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Tabitha DuPriest Named 2018 GATO Tax Commissioner of the Year

Worth County Tax Commissioner, Tabitha DuPriest, was named 2018 Georgia Association of

Tax Officials (GATO) Tax Commissioner of the Year. The 2018 GATO Conference was

held in Athens last week where Tabitha received the honor. Tabitha serves as the 2nd Vice

President of GATO and the Education Chair and had the fun of planning the conference to-

gether with the help of CVIOG. Each year fellow tax commissioners nominate different tax

commissioners for Tax Commissioner of the Year based on their hard work, dedication and

contribution, not only to their constituents but to the GATO organiza-

tion. There were 6 nominated. When the individuals are nominated,

the ones nominating them have to turn in a brief statement as to why

they are nominating them. Then ballots are passed out at their business

meeting at the conference. They announce and present the award at the

luncheon. Tabitha told The Martin News that it was an honor just to

be nominated by her fellow tax commissioners and even more-so to

win. “To know that others notice your hard work and dedication”

stated Tabitha “ Even though our job is stressful I love what I do and

will continue to do the best job I can for my constituents and our

GATO organization.” Congratulations Tabitha for a well deserved honor.

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Keeping Our Children Safe on Bicycles

May is the perfect time for enjoying the

outdoors and bike riding with your fam-

ily. Riding a bike is a great way to get

kids outside and encourage them to stay

active, but without precautions in place, it

can be a cause of serious injury. Here are

some simple rules to follow to keep the

little ones safe. 1. Make sure your

child’s helmet meets the U.S. Consumer

Product Safety Commission’s standards.

2. A helmet should sit on top of the head

in level position, should not rock forward,

backward, or side to side. 3. Helmet

straps must always be buckled, but not

too tightly. 4. When the helmet is posi-

tioned on your child’s head, the rim

should be one to two finger-widths above

the eyebrows. 5. The straps should form

a “V” under the ears when buckled. 6. A

helmet should hug the head when the

mouth is opened wide. If you ever have

any questions, please visit safekidsgeor-

gia.org

Is It Navy Blue or Black?

I was recently reading where it was National Wear Mix Matched

Color Shoe Day and I immediately thought, people do this on pur-

pose? Really? Because my mother used to do it all the time

when I was younger and it had nothing to do with doing it on pur-

pose. Oh I use to laugh so hard at her for this. I mean how can

you not find it funny? Mother worked at General Motors when I

was growing up. There were many mornings she would get up

early and go on into work and get things done before everyone

started getting there. She didn’t want to wake my daddy up that

early so she would grab her shoes out of the closet and go. They

happened to be the same exact shoe, just one nay blue and one

black. She bought the same exact shoe in those two colors. I

mean who does that? Well ok many people do that but who mixes

up the colors? Well ok many people do that as well so I suggested

she put both sets of shoes in the car so she could always fix that if

it happened. Ya know there are many times we say, is this navy

blue or black? We can hardly tell the difference but when you put

one of each on, you can definitely tell the difference.

Homeschooling Awareness Month

May is the month that we celebrate

homeschooling however every

month is a month to celebrate

homeschooling. It may not be for

everyone but it is definitely for those

that need it. We are a homeschooling

family and it works great for us. We

love it because they have books to

use at home verses no books to bring

home on a regular basis and there is

more one on one available. We do

think the world of our public school

system in Worth County however

once we reached middle school it did

not work for us so if you need

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Janya’s Journey

When I met Janya Green, she was in 7th grade and was a quiet little thing. She is now about to finish the

9th grade and the only thing the same is she is a little thing but definitely not quiet and that is meant in a

great way. She has come out of her shell and blossomed all while using the Sylvester Community Gar-

den as her platform. Janya is an A student and at the top of her class and continues to keep education at

the top of her list but she volunteers in our community and often at the Village Community Garden

which many refer to as the Sylvester Community Garden.

On Friday, Janya spoke to a group of Turner job corps kids about how pleased she is to have them on

board with the Village Community Garden. She looks forward to working with them not only with the

Aeroponics but other projects as well. Recently, WALB covered the Village Community Garden with a

story on helping those in Africa to grow their own food. A feature in one South Georgia city will soon

help communities in Africa grow their own food more efficiently reported WALB. "It is the most beau-

tiful, little town in the world," said Sam X. White, who was born and raised in Sylvester. That city's Vil-

lage Community Garden played host to a group of around 10 African delegates on this past Wednesday.

They're in an exchange program through the Church of Christ. "We've come to experience it and take it

back so that we too can improve something," said Mercy Fuah, a resident of Ghana. The group spent

time learning the different technologies, including Aeroponics, that White, the farm manager, uses to

grow different foods. "It's a great place to bring your youth, to bring their kids to learn about how to

grow, how to get their hands in the soil," White explained. However, the delegates also learned of a new

partnership between the garden and Turner Job Corps. In the near future, 10 or 20 students will join a

program to learn different areas of the farm's operation. "It gives our kids hands-on experience, the ex-

perience they need before they go into their work field and they'll understand," said Melvin Drake with

Turner Job Corps. While an exchange program between

these students and young people in Africa may not be far off,

for now, the African delegates are taking their knowledge of

this farm and how to employ students, back home to advance

their own developing nations. "Farming is something our

youth are not so interested in," said Kwameh Ansah, another

Ghana resident. "I think it will be good to introduce this kind

of modern technology of farming to our people." Thank you

WALB for covering the Village Community Garden in Syl-

vester that our town is so very honored to have.

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Know the Facts about High Blood Pressure

Sponsored by the CDC, National High Blood Pressure Education Month raises awareness about the impact high blood

pressure can have on health. Written as two figures, blood pressure is measured as the pressure when the heart has

pumped (systolic) and when the heart is in between beats (diastolic). When the heart pumps blood, blood pressure is

higher than when it is in between beats. The systolic measurement will be higher than the diastolic measurement. Normal

Blood Pressure Levels: Systolic < 120mmHg Diastolic > 80mmHg At Risk Blood Pressure Levels: Systolic 120-

139mmHg Diastolic 80-89mmHg High Blood Pressure Levels: Systolic 140mmHg or higher Diastolic 90mmHg or

higher. Also know as hypertension, high blood pressure increases the risk of serious diseases and conditions such as heart

disease and stroke. In the US, heart disease is the most common form of death whilst stroke is the third leading cause.

Other risk factors of high blood pressure include congestive heart failure & kidney disease. In the US, approximately 1 in

3 adults has high blood pressure, however most people are not aware they have this condition due to a lack of signs or

symptoms. High Blood Pressure Education Month encourages people to look at various lifestyle factors which may be

contributing to high blood pressure. It is well documented that high levels of sodium (salt) is linked to high blood pres-

sure. In the US, the majority of people consume more than twice the level of recommended sodium intake. Guidelines

recommend up to 2,300mg of sodium per day for an adult. Those at higher risk should consume even less (up to 1,500mg

of sodium a day). Higher risk groups include those who have diabetes, kidney disease, existing high blood pressure and

African American people. It is also recommended that people eat potassium rich foods which help lower blood pressure.

Potassium rich foods include fish, green leafy vegetables, bananas, citrus fruits and potatoes. Lifestyle changes which can

help reduce blood pressure, include maintaining a healthy body weight , regular exercise, quitting smoking and following

a healthy low sodium diet rich in fruit and vegetables. There are many affordable blood pressure monitors available for

the consumer making it convenient to monitor your blood pressure at home. If you have any concerns about your blood

pressure, please check with your local physician.


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It’s a Pizza Party Kinda Day!

Who loves pizza? Just about every child I

know loves pizza and almost every adult I

know does too! Pizza can be a quick snack,

lunch or supper or even for a party… A Pizza

Party! This makes it a good day to have pizza

on Friday for Pizza Party Day. It is the last

day of school too so why not have a pizza.

We are planning a church swimming party

and guess what we are having?? That is

right… we are having PIZZA! What is your

favorite pizza? My favorite pizza is a thin

and crispy pizza with pepperoni, black olives,

bell peppers and onions from Pizza Hut if we

are talking about local pizza however if we

are talking about out of Sylvester then I am

going to Villa Gargano for a pepperoni and

onion pizza. It is so good! I grew up eating

pizza at Gargano’s when it was on Oglethorpe

and now we go to Villa Gargano’s on Slappey.

It is out of this world. So if you could have

any pizza on National Pizza Party Day, what

kind of pizza would you have?

TIFTON 20th CENTURY LIBRARY CLUB AIDS RUTH'S COTTAGE, AWARDS ABAC SCHOLARSHIP

The GFWC Tifton 20th Century Library Club pre-

sented 1,013 donated items to Nancy Baldwin, execu-

tive director of Ruth's Cottage and Patticake House,

during the third annual "Fashion with a Passion"

fashion show Tuesday. Members of the club col-

lected items April 28 at Tifton Walmart as part of the

General Federation of Women's Clubs Georgia State-

wide Day of Service in support of domestic violence

shelters. Baldwin told the group how much it meant

to get donated items so the shelter workers don't have

to spend the shelter's funds on supplies such as paper

towels, bathroom tissue, trash bags, shampoo and

other personal items. Club President Shirene Daniell

expressed the club's appreciation to Tifton residents,

especially the many young men who took shopping

lists and returned with donated items. "We were so impressed," she said. "You're raising your boys right." Daniell also

recognized this year's Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College scholarship award winner Nykia Griggs. The club gives a

$1,000 scholarship annually to an exceptional graduating senior. The fashion show features women and girls who support

community involvement. Many of the models are volunteers in their churches and service organizations. Pictured is

Ruth's Cottage Nancy Baldwin with donated items collected by GFWC Tifton 20th Century Library Club.

Source: Tifton Grapevine

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New Alzheimer’s Association Report Reveals Sharp Increases in Alzheimer’s Prevalence, Deaths and Costs of Care

Alzheimer’s deaths in Georgia increased by 201 percent from 2000 - 2015

For the second consecutive year, total payments to care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias will surpass a quarter of a trillion dollars ($277

billion), which includes an increase of nearly $20 billion from last year, according to data reported in the Alzheimer’s Association 2018 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts

and Figures report released today. New findings from the report show the growing burden of Alzheimer’s on people living with the disease, their families and care-

givers, as well as society at large. The number of older Americans is growing rapidly, so too is the number of people living with Alzheimer’s and the subsequent

impact to the nation’s economy. By 2050, the total cost of care for Alzheimer’s is projected to increase to more than $1.1 trillion. “This year’s report not only shows

the impact Alzheimer’s has on our nation, but the overwhelming impact on our state”, added Linda Davidson, Executive Director, Alzheimer’s Association.

“Georgia is expected to see a 35 percent increase in people with Alzheimer’s by 2025. Without an effective treatment, this will lead to enormous costs to the soci-

ety”, added Davidson. Given the long duration of this disease, the strain on Alzheimer’s caregivers can last several years and produce serious declines in caregiver

physical, emotional and financial well-being. In 2017, 16 million Americans provided an estimated 18.4 billion hours of unpaid care in the form of physical, emo-

tional and financial support – a contribution to the nation valued at $232.1 billion. The difficulties associated with providing this level of care are estimated to have

resulted in $11.4 billion in additional healthcare costs for Alzheimer’s and other dementia caregivers in 2017. Mortality from Alzheimer’s disease continues to rise.

While deaths from other major causes continue to decrease, new data from the report shows that deaths from Alzheimer’s disease have more than doubled, increasing

123 percent between 2000 and 2015. For context the number of deaths from heart disease – the number one killer in America – decreased 11 percent. Georgia had a

201 percent increase in deaths related to Alzheimer’s. The Facts and Figures report provides an in-depth look at the latest national and state statistics and information

on Alzheimer’s prevalence, incidence, mortality, costs of care and caregiving:

Prevalence, Incidence and Mortality: An estimated 5.7 million Americans of all ages are living with Alzheimer’s dementia in 2018. Of the estimated 5.7 million

Americans living with Alzheimer’s dementia in 2018, 140,000 are Georgia residents. By 2025 – just seven years from now – the number of people age 65 and older

with Alzheimer’s dementia is estimated to reach 7.1 million – an increase of almost 29 percent from the 5.5 million age 65 and older affected in 2018. Here in Geor-

gia, the estimated number of individuals with Alzheimer’s will be 190,000. Barring the development of medical breakthroughs, the number of people age 65 and

older with Alzheimer’s dementia may nearly triple from 5.5 million to 13.8 million by 2050. Two-thirds of Americans over age 65 with Alzheimer’s dementia (3.4

million) are women. Every 65 seconds, someone in the U.S. develops Alzheimer’s dementia. By mid-century, someone in the U.S. will develop the disease every 33

seconds. Alzheimer’s is the sixth-leading cause of death in the U.S., and it is the fifth-leading cause of death for those age 65 and older. In Georgia, 3,714 died with

Alzheimer’s in 2015, the most recent figure available. As the population of the U.S. ages, Alzheimer’s is becoming a more common cause of death, and it is the only

top 10 cause of death that cannot be prevented, cured or even slowed.

Cost of Care: Total national cost of caring for those with Alzheimer’s and other dementias is estimated at $277 billion (not including unpaid caregiving) in 2018, of

which $186 billion is the cost to Medicare and Medicaid; out-of-pocket costs represent $60 billion of the total payments, while other costs total $30 billion. In Geor-

gia, the report estimated total Medicaid costs for Americans with dementia age 65 and older is $1.1 billion for 2018. In the next seven years, that figure is expected to

increase 40 percent. Total payments for health care, long-term care and hospice care for people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias are projected to increase to

more than $1.1 trillion in 2050 (in 2018 dollars). In 2017, the lifetime cost of care for a person living with dementia was $341,840 – with 70 percent of this cost

borne by families directly through out-of-pocket costs and the value of unpaid care.

Caregiving: Nearly half of all caregivers (48 percent) who provide help to older adults do so for someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. Approximately

two-thirds of caregivers are women, and one-third of dementia caregivers are daughters. Forty-one percent of caregivers have a household income of $50,000 or less.

“Alzheimer’s Association is ready to take action by continuing to make Alzheimer’s a state and national priority”, added Davidson. “The Georgia Chapter is working

hard with our state partners including Department of Human Services, Department of Community Health, Department of Public Health, Georgia Bureau of Investiga-

tion and Georgia Council on Aging to make Georgia a dementia capable state”. The Alzheimer's Association 2018 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures report is a

comprehensive compilation of national statistics and information on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. The report conveys the impact of Alzheimer’s on

individuals, families, government and the nation’s health care system. Since its 2007 inaugural release, the report has become the preeminent source covering the

broad spectrum of Alzheimer’s issues. The Facts and Figures report is an official publication of the Alzheimer’s Association. The Alzheimer’s Association is the

leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of re-

search, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world with-

out Alzheimer’s. For more information, visit the Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org or call the 24/7 helpline at 800-272-3900.

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The Martin News is excited

to announce that we are the

Community Chair for The

Longest Day sponsored by

the Alzheimer’s Association.

Please stay tuned for more

information soon. The Long-

est Day is June 21, 2018.

More information will be

coming out soon.


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ABAC Graduates Largest Class

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College on

Thursday had the largest number of gradu-

ates to participate in an ABAC commence-

ment ceremony in the 110-year history of the

college. A total of 304 graduates crossed the

stage to receive their degrees. Ginger Orton

from Ellaville and Matthew Fisher from Tif-

ton received the top awards presented by the

ABAC Alumni Association during the spring

commencement. Orton, an agricultural com-

munication major, received the ABAC

Alumni Association Award going to the top

bachelor's degree graduate in the cere-

mony. Fisher, an engineering major, received

the George P. Donaldson Award as the top

associate degree graduate participating in the ceremony. During her time at ABAC, Orton served as vice president of the

Student Government Association and as SGA president. She served as president of the ABAC Young Farmers. Orton

served as reporter/anchor for Stallion TV, copy editor for the student newspaper and president/COO of the "Pegasus" lit-

erary magazine. She was active in intramural sports. The daughter of Bob and Laura Orton, Orton was a superior and dis-

tinguished honor student. She received the James and Joyce Kirk scholarship, the Carlton Smith scholarship and the Stu-

dent Leadership scholarship. Her service-oriented activities included volunteering at the Ga. Museum of Agriculture and

Wiregrass Farmers Market, Baton Rouge Flood Relief and as a Carry the Load leg captain. Fisher was a member of the

ABAC Ambassadors, Phi Theta Kappa honors program, Baptist Collegiate Ministries and Bee Keepers Association. He

served as vice president of the Student Alumni Association. Fisher was active in intramural sports, was a math and sci-

ence tutor in the Academic Achievement Center and was employed by the Ga. Museum of Agriculture. The son of Rich-

ard and Lynda Fisher, Fisher made the President's List, Dean's List and Distinguished List and received the HOPE schol-

arship and the Zell & Shirley Miller ABAC Foundation scholarship. Fisher is active at Northside Baptist Church and

served as a Vacation Bible School worship leader, Winshape Camp counselor, Worship Camp leader and "One Starry

Night" performer/volunteer. He also volunteered for the Peach State Invitational. State Sen. Tyler Harper, R-Ocilla, an

ABAC graduate from the Class of 2008, was guest speaker at commencement. "Your degree will get your foot in the

door, but it's the skills you learned in and out of the academic setting while at ABAC that will earn you employment," he

said. "Keep learning, keep refining your skills, and above all never give up. When that dream job becomes available I

have no doubt that you will be more than prepared to take that new challenge head on."

Source: Tifton Grapevine

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Beating the Summer Heat and Staying Safe While Enjoying the Water

When the weather turns warm, everyone wants to be in or around the water. Hanging out at the pool or the beach on a hot

day is a great way to beat the heat. Between having fun and checking out the lifeguards, most people don't think much

about water safety — but they should. For people between the ages of 5 and 24, drowning is the second leading cause of

accidental death. It doesn't have to be that way, though. Most water-related accidents can be avoided by knowing how to

stay safe and following a few simple guidelines. Learning how to swim is essential if you plan on being on or near water.

Many organizations provide swim instruction to people of all ages, check to see what classes are available in your area.

"Buddy up!" That's what swimming instructors say. Always swim with a partner, every time — whether you're swimming

in a backyard pool or in a lake. Even experienced swimmers can become tired or get muscle cramps, which might make it

difficult to get out of the water. When people swim together, they can help each other or go for help in case of an emer-

gency. Get skilled. Speaking of emergencies, it's good to be prepared. Learning some life-saving skills, such as CPR and

rescue techniques, can help you save a life. A number of organizations offer free classes for both beginning and experi-

enced swimmers and boaters. Check with your YMCA or YWCA, local hospital, or chapter of the Red Cross. Know your

limits. Swimming can be a lot of fun — and you might want to stay in the water as long as possible. If you're not a good

swimmer or you're just learning to swim, don't go in water that's so deep you can't touch the bottom and don't try to keep

up with skilled swimmers. That can be hard, especially when your friends are challenging you — but it's a pretty sure bet

they'd rather have you safe and alive. If you are a good swimmer and have had lessons, keep an eye on friends who aren't

as comfortable or as skilled as you are. If it seems like they (or you) are getting tired or a little uneasy, suggest that you

take a break from swimming for a while. Swim in safe areas only. It's a good idea to swim only in places that are super-

vised by a lifeguard. No one can anticipate changing ocean currents, rip currents, sudden storms, or other hidden dangers.

In the event that something does go wrong, lifeguards are trained in rescue techniques. Swimming in an open body of wa-

ter (like a river, lake, or ocean) is different from swimming in a pool. You need more energy to handle the currents and

other changing conditions in the open water. If you do find yourself caught in a current, don't panic and don't fight the

current. Try to swim parallel to the shore until you are able to get out of the current, which is usually a narrow channel of

water. Gradually try to make your way back to shore as you do so. If you're unable to swim away from the current, stay

calm and float with the current. The current will usually slow down, then you can swim to shore. Even a very good swim-

mer who tries to swim against a strong current will get worn out. If you're going to be swimming in an open body of wa-

ter, it's a great idea to take swimming lessons that provide you with tips on handling unexpected hazards. Some areas

with extremely strong currents are off limits when it comes to swimming. Do your research so you know where not to

swim, and pay attention to any warning signs posted in the area. For more information on subjects just like these, please

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Second grade students at Worth County Pri-

mary School may be selected as a Terrific Kid

by their teacher throughout the school

year. Pictured are the Terrific Kids for the

2017-2018 school year and WCPS is very

proud of these students for this recognition

and accomplishment. WCPS thanks to the lo-

cal Kiwanis Club and it's members for spon-

soring this program in our community. Terrific

Kids is a student recognition program that pro-

motes character development, self-esteem, and

perseverance. “TERRIFIC” is an acronym

for Thoughtful, Enthusiastic, Respectful, Re-

sponsible, Inclusive, Friendly, Inquisi-

tive and Capable.

Source: WCSD Web Page & The Martin News

Words from Lynn

Hello and Happy Monday! I hope everyone had a great weekend and I hope all the mother’s out there

had a GREAT Mother’s Day. I sure did. I love being the mom to my 14 year old son and to my two

and half year furbaby cat. She really doesn’t know she is a C-A-T. I know you won’t believe this but

she has heard Larry call me mama so much over her two and half years that when she is looking for me

and can not find me, she will meow really loud words that sound identical to mama. It is the sweetest

thing and cracks Larry up every time she does it. I will say that being a mother is the hardest job I

have ever had but the absolute BEST job I have been blessed to have. I love my son with all that I have

in me and I hope that he knows what I do is all for him. My mother definitely taught me how to be a

great mom. Thank you mother for all you have done for me! Love you dearly!

Please remember if there is anything that you would like to see, please feel free to email us at

[email protected] and we will do our best to make it happen. I want to remind everyone to

please stay tuned to the Dates to Remember in The Martin News so we can keep you up to date on all

the great things happening in our community. We would love to see you all at the many events that

happen in our great town. We appreciate you all! I hope you all have a great week and as always,

thank you so much for your support of the Martin News.

~ Lynn Meeks Manley ~

Recognizing Older Americans Month

May is recognized as Older Americans Month. Let’s give a SHOUT OUT to getting older. You may ask, “So what’s so

great about getting older?” Well, ponder on these seven reasons to celebrate:

1. You’re nearing the top of a mountain which gives you perspective. As the years go by, you gain a perspective not found

in younger years. Mysteries of why things happened years ago start to clear up. You begin to see how the pieces of life fit

together. The older you become, the more life makes sense.

2. You care less and less about what people think. There was a time when you put a lot of pressure on yourself worried

about what people thought about you. Not anymore. Growing older rescues you from that kind of thinking.

3. You learn what’s really important. In your formative years, life centered on building a career. Maybe you put a lot of

things on the back burner in your younger years, thinking ‘I will do that later.’ With every year that passes, I learn that life

is all about relationships. Nothing is really more important.

4. You realize the need to make every day count. Focus on what you can do for the day, realizing that none of us are guar-

anteed the next day. Every choice counts and every day needs to be lived to the fullest.

5. You are morphing into the role of a sage. In many cultures, older people are held in high esteem for good reason. Life

is the best teacher. Believe it or not, you may begin to have people seek you out for wisdom and guidance.

6. You get to see your kids and grandkids grow up. One of the joys of getting older is you get to watch the next genera-

tions grow into adulthood. You get the privilege of being a part of their journey.

7. At the close of every year, you’ve written another chapter in your book of life. When you die, your legacy is the life

you have lived. Now is the time to work on your legacy. Make it count.

Source: SOWEGA Council on Aging

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WC Ram Touchdown Club Update

We will be holding our monthly Ram Touch-

down Club Meeting, tonight May 14th at

6:30PM. It will be held in the Media Center

of the Cafeteria at WCHS. We would love

for you to come to the meeting and help sup-

port our Ram boys and our efforts of fund-

raising for the team. We have several ideas

to talk about tonight for fundraising and

would love your input. Coach Carroll, Head

Coach for the Worth County Rams appreci-

ates everyone’s support is looking forward to

a great year this coming football season.

Kyle Tomlinson is our Booster Club Presi-

dent is always open to any suggestions so

please feel free to join us at our meeting this

evening. We hope to see you there!

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Sylvester Farmer’s Market Has Opened for the 2018 Season

The Farmer’s Market in Sylvester has opened up for the 2018 season and you don’t want to miss the

great things they have to offer. There are many reasons to shop at your local farmers market. One is

freshly picked, in season produce is at its peak in flavor and nutrition. You can always check the guide

for seasonal produce or ask a local farmer at the Farmer’s market and they can explain it all to you. An-

other reason which is a very important reason and supports our motto of “shop local” is supporting your

local farmers and economy. You can help new and smaller

farmers be successful and save farmland in your area. Fresh

fruit and vegetables are full of antioxidants and phytonutri-

ents. These are great for our health. Many people ask what

are these? Why do we need them? This is just a few of the

questions that you can get answered at the Sylvester Farmer’s

Market. Have you ever thought this is a good way to get your

kids involved? Take them to the Farmer’s Market with you

and let them pick out something new to try, then they can help

prepare a meal or snack using the fresh items you bought.

Supporting your local farmers market strengthens your com-

munity. This is definitely an important reason to visit the

Farmer’s Market. Meet your local farmers, learn about foods

grown in your area and catch up with friends and neighbors

while stocking up with local goods. When I visit the Farmer’s

Market, I love talking to everyone. They are such knowledge-

able people and I just can’t get enough of what they have to

tell. The farmer’s at the market often have recommendations

for preparing their products which is a great piece of informa-

tion to have. SO be sure to make plans now to visit the Syl-

vester Farmers Market on Saturday.

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Natural Solutions PHC

204 West Pope Street

Sylvester Georgia 31791

PHONE (229) 777-7712


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Monthly

Specials Units

Available

101 Thompson Street


229-776-3335

[email protected]

Hot Summer Days Ahead

It is getting pretty warm now and school is almost out

so know what you need to do? Make plans to attend

the Sylvester Splash Pad Water Park in Sylvester.

There lots of fun at the Splash Pad for all the children

to cool off during the Summer and hang out with

friends. Parents are able to take snacks and drinks to

be able to have for the children and not even have to

leave the park. There are areas to sit for parents to re-

lax and let the children enjoy themselves. So get the

kiddos in their swim suits and swim trunks, pack the

bags with beach towels, snacks, drinks and sunscreen

and call the family and friends to meet there and enjoy

a few hours together. The Martin News hopes every-

one has a great Summer!

State Farm

Providing Insurance and Financial Services

Stuart Pate, Agent

PO Box 189

Sylvester, GA 31791-0189

Phone (229) 776-6906 Fax (229) 776-0149

www.stuartpate.com

Thank you for your loyalty. We appreciate you.


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Shipp Shape Lawn Service

Residential & Commercial

Licensed and Insured

Sylvester, Georgia 229-776-9884

Mosquito Control

Lawn Cutting & Vacuuming

Fertilizing

Lawn Aeration

Landscaping

Irrigation Installation

Irrigation Repair

Year-Round Lawn Service

Start Your Engines… National NASCAR Day

Annually celebrated on the third Friday in May

is National NASCAR Day. This day is a cele-

bration of NASCAR drivers, celebrities, corpo-

rate partners, media, and millions of fans coming

together to raise fund for charitable causes.

NASCAR believes their greatest asset is the

power and passion of their NASCAR fans: pas-

sion both for the sport and for giving

back. NASCAR Day is an annual celebration of

the NASCAR spirit. If you are a NASCAR fan

you have a favorite driver for sure. My driver

was and still is Dale Earnhardt Jr. We love to

watch NASCAR. My favorite races are Satur-

day Night Races and my favorite track is be-

tween Daytona, Talladega and Atlanta. Who is

your favorite driver?

Memories of Older Ones

With it being Older Americans Month, it has me

thinking of times with older people that have

now gone on to their Eternal Home. It’s amaz-

ing what we learn from older people that we re-

member our whole lives. It’s also the simple

things we do with our older friends and family

members that leave us with memories that will

last a life time. I could seriously write a book

but I will share some of my great memories. I

was blessed with two grandmothers that quilted

quilts and I have quilts in my house that they

both quilted through their lives. I have some on

our beds and then I have some on a quilt rack

that my daddy built while he was living and then

I have some hanging on my daddy’s ladder that

he used for many, many years. I have always

loved to write but one thing I did when all the

little ladies were still living in my church was

send them cards for every occasion. And I do

mean every. Whether it was Valentines, St. Pat-

rick’s Day, Easter, or any of the other holiday’s

or even if it was just to say hello, I sent out

cards. I loved to do it and they loved to get

them. It was the simple things to them that

meant the world. A funny memory I will never

forget was an older couple that I loved dearly

saw my sister was getting married in the local

newspaper however they didn’t know she was

divorced so they just assumed it was me and

gave me a wedding present. How sweet was

that?? They were no longer with us when I did

get married so that early wedding gift was meant

to be. Oh how I loved them!

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Southern Beauty Landscape

229-776-2279

Ann Barksdale

Sylvester, Georgia

Landscape Design, Installation & Renovations

Residential & Commercial

Sprinkler Installation & Repair

Free estimates

Licensed & Insured

Huff’s CHiCken Coop

Monday-Saturday

serving Breakfast,

Lunch & Dinner

Sunday serving Lunch

Located in Sylvester at

609 East Franklin Street

229-821-3314

Tell them The Martin

News sent you to

The Coop!


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Seniors Staying Fit

Getting into shape and staying fit is important for

any age person but especially as we age, it is very

important. When we are younger we want to stay

fit and have that great body everyone dreams

about but as you age health becomes the real fac-

tor instead of just the great looking body. Exer-

cise can help prevent excess weight gain or help

maintain weight loss. When you engage in physi-

cal activity, you burn calories. The more intense

the activity, the more calories you burn. You don't

need to set aside large chunks of time for exercise

to reap weight-loss benefits. If you can't do an ac-

tual workout, get more active throughout the day

in simple ways — by taking the stairs instead of

the elevator or revving up your household chores.

Worried about heart disease? Hoping to prevent

high blood pressure? No matter what your current

weight, being active boosts high-density lipopro-

tein (HDL), or "good," cholesterol and decreases

unhealthy triglycerides. This one-two punch keeps

your blood flowing smoothly, which decreases

your risk of cardiovascular diseases. In fact, regu-

lar physical activity can help you prevent or man-

age a wide range of health problems and concerns,

including stroke, metabolic syndrome, type 2 dia-

betes, depression, certain types of cancer, arthritis

and falls. These are just a few of the ways that the

Mayo Clinic suggests we do and why to do it to

get fit and stay that way. Staying healthy is a very

important subject.

National Learn to Swim Day

National Learn to Swim Day is the perfect oppor-

tunity to raise awareness about the importance of

teaching children to swim. With summer right

around the corner, learning this invaluable life

skill is even more essential for fun as well as for

safety. According to the Centers for Disease Con-

trol and Prevention, drowning is the second-

leading cause of unintentional injury-related death

for children ages one to 14. If we work together to

promote the importance of swimming, we can im-

prove this scary statistic and make water wonder-

ful for everyone. If you do not know how to

swim or you do not feel like you can teach your

child to swim, please contact your local YMCA in

Tifton or Albany for swimming lessons or to see

if they know of anyone local in Sylvester that can

teach your child to swim. It will be the best

money you ever spend. We hope you all have a

great Summer.

Banks Funeral Home

Since 1945

208 N. Main Street

P.O. Box 550

Sylvester, GA 31791-0550

Phone: 229-776-2055

[email protected] www.banksfh.com

Billy Anglon Jeff Horne

http://www.cdc.gov/HomeandRecreationalSafety/Water-Safety/waterinjuries-factsheet.html





Books, Bubbles & Meows

Margaret Jones

Public Library

Tuesday

May 8, 2018

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~ Dates to Remember ~

May

14th ~ Finals at WCMS

15th ~ Teacher vs. Student Kickball Tournament at WCES

15th ~ Books & Bubbles at the Margaret Jones Public Library

15th ~ WCMS Band Concert 7pm



16th ~ Aloha Day - 2nd graders visit WCES

16th ~ Kiwanis Club Meeting in Sylvester

17th ~ CHAMPS graduation at WCES

17th ~ Sixceed Program at WCMS for Rising 6th Graders at 5pm


18h ~ Finals at WCMS

18th ~ Career Day at WCMS 830am-11am

18th ~ Talent Show at WCMS

18th ~ Field Day for Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd is 9am-11am and 12noon-2pm

19th ~ Hunks in Heels Fundraiser Beauty Pageant in Sumner 4pm

21st ~ Field Day 6th Grade at WCMS

22nd ~ American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Margaret Jones Public Library 3pm-7pm

22nd ~ Books & Bubbles at the Margaret Jones Public Library

22nd ~ Field Day 7th Grade at WCMS

23rd ~ Field Day 8th Grade at WCMS

23rd ~ Kiwanis Club Meeting in Sylvester

23rd ~ Honors Day at WCPS 1st Grade 9:30am

23rd ~ Honors Day at WCPS 2nd Grade 1:30pm

24th ~ Honors Day at WCPS Kindergarten 1pm

25th ~ Pre-K Family Day at WCPS 9:30am

25th ~ Honors Day at WCMS - 6th Grade 8:15am to 9:15am

25th ~ Honors Day at WCMS - 7th Grade at 9:30am to 10:30am

25th ~ Honors Day at WCMS - 8th Grade at 10:45am to 11:45am

25th ~ Last Day of School for Worth County Schools

26th ~ Graduation for Worth County Schools

29th ~ Books & Bubbles at the Margaret Jones Public Library

30th ~ Kiwanis Club Meeting in Sylvester

Do you have an event that needs announced?

Please email your questions or event listings to [email protected]

and we will get them listed on the calendar.

Thank you for your support to The Martin News.

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PO Box 846


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[email protected]

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Quality you expect… Results you deserve!

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Smooth Moves is the annual event in which

the rising 5th graders from Worth County Ele-

mentary School visit and tour Worth County

Middle School. Smooth Moves begins with an

assembly that includes a greeting from WCMS

principal, Mrs. Sevier, introductions to the

various clubs and activities by the Ambassa-

dors, and performances by the WCMS Cheer-

leaders, WCMS Band, and the WCMS Cho-

rus. At the end of the assembly, the 5th graders

take a tour of WCMS led by the Ambassadors.

Source: WCSD Web Page

Documents

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