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Brandi Kittle/The Baldwin BulletinLocal community leaders and citizens marched Monday in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Above right, Baldwin High School principal visits a high school dropout urging her to return to school.

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Brrrrrrr...Baby it’s cold outside

By Clay RoperThe Baldwin Bulletin

If winter nights get too cold for you, thenit’s too cold for your pets as well.“People tend to assume pets are fine in the

cold because they have lots of fur, but theyalso have smaller bodies that don’t generatemuch heat,” said Dr. Dean Campbell, Heart ofGeorgia Animal Care’s veterinarian.“If your pet is acting lethargic on cold

nights, it could be a symptom of hypothermia.

Keep your pets warm during three-dog nights

Brandi Kittle/The Baldwin BulletinDr. Dean Campbell and tech Amber Stubbs treat a dog Tuesday morning at Heart of Georgia Animal Clinic.

Judy Bailey/The Wilkinson County PostKmart is closing its Milledgeville store. See story on Page 5.

Kmart closing Milledgeville store

Commission sets qualifying fees for upcoming electionsBy Clay Roper

The Baldwin Bulletin

Baldwin County Board ofCommissioners agreed unanimouslyto set qualifying fees for 2016 election candidates.“State law requires Baldwin

County to set the qualifying fees

each year for elected offices,” said Baldwin County Financial DirectorDawn Hudson. “Most of the feesequal 3 percent of the base salaryfor the elected position.”The qualifying fees:� Sheriff: $2,107; $1,691 for

clerk � Clerk of Court, Probate Judge

and Tax Commissioner: $1,691; � Magistrate Judge: $975;� Coroner: $511;� County Commissioners: $180;� Board of Education: $108; and� County Surveyor: $25.Additionally, the board voted

unanimously to purchase a 1.15-acre tract that abuts Walter B.

Williams Park on Ga. Highway 22.“It’s a corner lot right next to the

recreation department,” saidBaldwin County Attorney David McRee. “After the commissionchairman signs the contract, weshould close on this deal within the next week.” In other business, the board

unanimously:� Agreed to reapply for Federal

Aviation Administration grant tocover the cost of moving a utility pole at the Baldwin County Airportto meet safety standards; and

� Accepted a $62,500 GeorgiaPorch grant used for compensatingvictims of crimes.

From staff reports

Ok, Kmart shoppers.Blue light specials beginSunday at the discountdepartment store on NorthColumbia when Kmart beginsits liquidation sale.Kmart will close the

Milledgeville store to the pub-lic in mid-April, according toHoward Riefs, director of cor-porate communications.“Store closures are part of

a series of actions we’re tak-ing to reduce on-goingexpenses, adjust our assetbase, and accelerate the trans-

formation of our businessmodel,” Riefs said.The store employees 63.

Most of the associates arepart-time/hourly, Riefs said.“Those associates that are

eligible will receive severanceand have the opportunity toapply for open positions atarea Sears or Kmart stores,”Riefs said.The local store is one of

154 locations the companyplans to close across thecountry during the next fewmonths.

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Deacon Alonzo Curry

Deacon Alonzo Curry of 40 Oak Circle passed awayFriday, Jan. 15, 2016, in Milledgeville.

A homegoing celebration will be announced uponcompletion. Friends may visit the family at the resi-dence from 4 until 6 p.m.

Roy Carter

Mr. Roy Carter, 71, passed away Friday, Jan. 15,2016. Services were held Monday, Jan. 18, 2016, inthe chapel of Williams Funeral Home and Crematoryin Milledgeville with the Rev. A.M. Samples and theRev. Larry Cook officiating. Interment followed inGlen Haven Memorial Gardens in Macon.

Mr. Carter had lived at Lake Sinclair since 1991after moving from Macon. He was retired fromBaker’s Body Shop where he worked as a bodyrepairman. He was a member of Lone Oak BaptistChurch.

Flowers will be accepted or donations may bemade to the Lone Oak Baptist Church Building Fund,976 Greensboro Road, Eatonton, Ga. 31024.

Sue Dominy

Funeral Services for Miss Sue Dominy were con-ducted Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016, in Williams FuneralHome Chapel with the Rev. Mac Enfinger officiating.Interment followed in North View Cemetery inDublin.

Miss Dominy was a native of Laurens County. Shehad made her home in Atlanta for 54 years beforemoving to Milledgeville in 1996.

She was a graduate of Georgia State University,member of Kappa Theta and served on the studentcouncil at Georgia State University.

A member of Professional Secretary Internationalfor 24 years, Lockhead Management Club, TheAtlanta Botanical Gardens, a charter member of theHigh Museum of Arts in Atlanta and a member ofMilledgeville First United Methodist Church.

Flowers accepted and for those who wish pleasemake contributions to First United Methodist Church.

Mildred Johnson Bonner

Mildred Johnson Bonner, 79, passed awayThursday, Jan. 14, 2016. Services were heldSaturday at the chapel of Moores Funeral Home withthe Rev. Jerry Bradley officiating. Burial followed atBaldwin Memorial Gardens.

Mrs. Bonner was a native and resident of Sparta.She worked for the Baldwin County WaterDepartment until her retirement.

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— Obituaries —— Opinion —News: 2016 General Assembly

The 2016 Georgia General Assembly began this sessionMonday, Jan. 11 and will meet for 40 working (in session)days, most likely ending in late March.I will attempt weekly to inform the citizens of House District

145 of the important issues that will bedebated this year.Some will be carry over bills from 2015

while some will be newly introduced thisyear for 2016.Gov. Deal presented his budget address

last Wednesday.Some of the major points of his proposal

are:� Pay raise for state employees and state

retirees, cost of living� Teachers rewarded for their work with students, not just on

a test score;� Urged more parent involvement with students and schools;� Replace Quality Based Education;� Pointed out increase of $842,000,000 for state employees;� $1 billion budget for teachers;� $3.1 billion in budget for Medicaid.The DOT, Department of Transportation, has begun purchas-

ing the property between Eatonton and Madison to completethe four lane expansion by the end of 2017. DOT also willreducing from 62 to 12 years for repaving state roads throughrural Georgia;The completion of Fall Line Freeway Bridge in South

Baldwin County is to be completed within 19 months;Cannabis/Marijuana — House Bill 722, would permit, via

approval by State Commission, for Georgia to legally grow mar-ijuana/cannabis oil to treat those Georgians for specific medicalreasons.

Casino — Three House Bills, if passed, would permit allGeorgians the right to vote in November 2016 whether to legal-ize one or more casinos in Georgia.One bill directs all state proceeds from casino gaming to the

Hope Scholarship program.My hopes are to change where the proceeds are to go. I

would like to see $1 dollars per year of the proceeds to go forhealth care to attempt to keep our rural hospitals from closing.

Religious Freedom — Legislation passed the Senate in 2015and may be debated on the House this year.

Guns — Due mainly to the conversation in Washington, D.C.,there will be several gun bills to broaden and reduce the rightsof Georgians to own or possess guns.

Franchise Fees — I will introduce legislation that would per-mit all Georgia county governments to be able to charge allutilities, separately, a franchise fee for the county to permitthat utility the right to use county property for that eutility.Currently the only utility the county can assess a franchise feeis cable TV providers.It came to light that in almost all of Georgia, county proper-

ty owners are paying a franchise fee but that money goes tothe city government, not the county government. Some say tax-ation without representation.

Dark Auto Window Tinting — Georgia police contacted measking that I sponsor a bill to change existing law as to how

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Kmart closes Milledgeville store

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� ARIES (March 21 toApril 19) Guess what,Lamb? You’re about toexperience a new perspec-tive on a situation you longregarded quite differently.What you learn could openmore opportunities later.

� TAURUS (April 20 toMay 20) The Bold Bovine istempted to charge into anew venture. But it mightbe best to take things onestep at a time so that youknow just where you are atany given point.

� GEMINI (May 21 toJune 20) It’s a good time togo on that fun getawayyou’ve been planning.You’ll return refreshed,ready and, yes, even eagerto tackle the new challengethat awaits you.

� CANCER (June 21 toJuly 22) The Moon Childloves to fantasize aboutmagical happenings in theearly part of the week. Butthe sensible Crab getsdown to serious businessby week’s end.

� LEO (July 23 to August22) What goes aroundcomes around for thoselucky Leos and Leonaswhose acts of generositycould be repaid with oppor-tunities to expand into newand exciting areas of inter-est.

� VIRGO (August 23 toSeptember 22) Your con-cern about your jobresponsibilities is com-mendable. But you need totake some quiet time toshare with someone whohas really missed being

with you.� LIBRA (September 23

to October 22) Aspectsfavor getting out and meet-ing new people. And as abonus, you could find thatsome of your newly madefriends could offer impor-tant business contacts.

� SCORPIO (October 23to November 21) You mighttake pride in wanting to doeverything yourself. Butnow’s a good time to askfamily members to helpwith a demanding personalsituation.

� SAGITTARIUS

(November 22 to December21) Pay more attention tothe possibilities in thatworkplace change. It couldshow the way to make thatlong-sought turn on yourcareer path.

� CAPRICORN (December22 to January 19) Yourneed to succeed mightoverwhelm obligations toyour loved ones. Ease upon that workload and intosome well-deserved timewith family and friends.

� AQUARIUS (January 20to February 18) Love rulesfor amorous Aquarians who

can make good use of theirability to communicate feel-ings. Don’t be surprised ifthey’re reciprocated in kind.

� PISCES (February 19 toMarch 20) Fishing for com-pliments? No doubt, youprobably earned them. Butit’s best to let othersbelieve they were the oneswho uncovered the treasureyou really are.

� BORN THIS WEEK:Your good works flow froman open, generous heart.Nothing makes you happierthan to see others happy aswell.

Gladys Densleyenjoying her retirement

Jane Waldhauerand Zipper

Fielding Whipplewith his grandchildren

— Ask an Old-Timer —How cold is too cold

to leave your pets outside?

Anytime it was below freezing, Imade sure my dog Dixie wasinside. Normally, I liked her out-side, but she’d sleep in her ownroom on cold nights. She was agood dog.

Ms. Jane is on vacation. I never brought my pets in because I had agood dog house in the back. They reallyenjoyed it. We lined it with pine straw andthey curled up one on top of the other, snugand warm.

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dark auto windows could be.Currently the Georgia StatePatrol, sheriff and city policeare at danger when theyapproach a vehicle whose win-dows are so dark they areunable to see who or what isinside the auto.Legislation at the request of

local citizen will be intro-duced to update GeorgiaFuneral Home LicensingBoard.Currently every Georgian

who attends a Georgia univer-sity, the state supports by over$6,000 per year in addition totuitions.Georgia Military college stu-

dents are supported by $100per student. Attempts will bemade to increase this to GMCso that GMC students could betreated similar to other col-lege students.2016 is an election year for

all state senators, representa-tives, county commissioners,sheriff and others. So pickyour candidates. Support themand vote in all elections.Georgia Presidential

Primary is March 1.Qualifying for all elected posi-tions previously mentionedwill be the week of March 7and elections in November.Rollin’ with Rusty will

update you with the majorissues this year. If you havecomments, please write oremail me your thoughts:102 S Wayne StreetMilledgeville, Ga. 31061rustykidd@gmail.com

— Rusty KiddState Representative

District 145

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By Amye MeltonThe Courier Herald

It has been a very excitingweek on the “Not Just SundayDinner” home front.I attended a cooking class at

the Le Cordon Bleu culinaryschool last weekend.Savannah gave me a gift cer-

tificate as a Christmas gift.When I initially signed up for

the class, I will admit that Iwasn't very excited with mychoices.Dim Sum was not my first

choice, but boy was I in for abig surprise.

I had so much fun that Ican't stop talking about it.I came away inspired to try

new things.I had about a half dozen new

recipes, to-go boxes of deli-cious food, and tips to apply tomany areas of cooking.Now, I am ready to take all

of the classes.Since they offer the last

classes June 2016, I reallyshould reserve my seats quick-ly.Le Cordon Bleu is closing its

doors in all of America unlessan interested buyer comesalong before then.You don't have to be a grad-

uate from culinary school toput these delicious kabobs onthe table for your family.These are fast and delicious

served with soft tortillas orrice.The cilantro sauce is the

pièce de résistance in my opin-ion.It's incredibly simple with

only four ingredients, but ittakes these kabobs over thetop.Customize the kabobs to

your taste using chicken, beefsteak, shrimp or pork with bellpeppers, onions, mushroomsand zucchini.

— Not just Sunday dinners —Fajita Kabobs with Cilantro Sauce

INGREDIENTS:2 lbs. beef steak, boneless skinless

chicken breasts or thighs, pork, or peeledand deveined shrimpVegetables of your choiceWooden skewersGarlic powderOnion powder2 bunches fresh cilantroJuice of 2 limesOlive oil (I prefer regular olive oil, not

extra virgin for this recipe)Salt and freshly ground black pepper to

tasteDIRECTIONS:Soak the wooden skewers in water at

least 30 minutes before using.Light grill and heat to medium-high

heat.Trim the fat from steak, chicken, or

pork.Cut into uniform pieces. Cut the veg-

etables into bite size pieces.Thread the meat and vegetables on

the skewers. Place on a large bakingsheet.

Brush all sides with olive oil, sprin-kle with salt, pepper, garlic powder,and onion powder.To make cilantro sauce, place

washed cilantro leaves in the bowl offood processor. Add the juice of twolimes, and a pinch of salt and pep-per.Pulse a few times. While the food

processor is running, drizzle in oliveoil until desired consistency (about 2tbsp.). Set aside.Place kabobs on grill and cook,

turning once of twice until the meatis cooked as desired.Remove from grill, cover with foil

for about 5 minutes, then serve withcilantro sauce and tortillas, rice, orbeans.Note: If making shrimp kabobs...

shrimp will cook faster than the veg-etables, skewer your vegetablestogether, and your shrimp together.Place the vegetable kabobs on thegrill about 10 minutes before youplace the shrimp kabobs on the grill.

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If they aren’t responding to you, they need to getwarm right away.”

The average body temperature for dogs accordingto the American Kennel Club hovers around102.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Cats usually hold a 101.5degree temperature.

Pets with temperatures lower than these averagesare pushing hypothermia and need to warmup.

Most pets lose heat through their paws, soCampbell suggests wiping your animal’s feet dryafter playing outside.

Campbell recommended lining dog houses withhay or old quilts to insulate the shelter frombiting-cold winds.

“I do that for my dogs, and they stay comfort-able,” said Campbell. “You should be able to stickyour hand inside the shelter while your dog is inthere and feel the warmth.”

Middle Georgia averages around 32 degrees inlate January, but the record low touchedminus-3 degrees in 1985.

When it comes to protecting your furry familymembers, it’s better to be safe than sorry.“You can bring your pets inside with you or build

them a nice dog house,” said Campbell.“Shelter is the number one rule when it comes to

keeping your pets warm.”Some pet owners pay the ultimate price for leav-

ing their animals outside during extreme weather.Baldwin County Animal Control rescued three

chained pit bulls Jan. 13 after discovering twodead dogs in the crawl space of a house on NorthClarke Street.

The pet owners, Cedrick Rivers and Paul Kaptain,told Milledgeville police officers the dogssuccumbed to hypothermia the previous night.Officers arrested and charged both men forcruelty to animals.

Campbell also warns drivers to honk their horns

before revving up their engines. The racket willspook stray cats that like to curl up on engineblocks for warmth.

“It doesn’t happen all the time,” Campbell said,“but we get a couple injured cats every winter thatfall asleep inside cars.”

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From staff reports

The January Term 2016 Baldwin County grand jury returned the follow-ing indictments Jan. 12:

� Dock Eugene Threatt — Burlary;� Timothy Keith Williams — Burglary;� Kawsey Blue Henon — Possession of methamphetamine with

intent to distribute;� Matthew Ryan Sauls — Possession of methamphetamine with

intent to distribute;� Gabriel Garcia — Possession of methamphetamine, possession

of drug-related object;� Mary Elizabeth Skinner — Possession of methamphetamine, pos-

session of a controlled substance;� Jacqueline Kay Etheridge — Trafficking methamphetamine;� Fredrick Addison Wright — Trafficking methamphetamine;� Cameron Keith Brooks, aka Ram — Murder, two counts of felony

murder, aggravated assault, two counts of street gang terrorism andprevention act;

� Montagus Travonn Davis, aka Trayvonn — Murder, two counts offelony murder, aggravated assault, two counts of street gang terror-ism and prevention act;

� Antonion Middlebrooks, aka Duke — Murder, two counts offelony murder, aggravated assault, two counts of street gang terror-ism and prevention act;

� Shawon Marshay Blandburg — Identity fraud;� Taj Dearl Teasley — Identity fraud;� Reginald Carver Birdsong — Criminal use of an article with an

altered identification mark, possession of marijuana;� Deyontray Anshon Brookins — Criminal use of an article with an

altered identification mark, fleeing or attempting to elude a police offi-cer, obstruction of an officer, driving under the influence, drivingwithout a license, failure to stop at stop sign;

� Jaymes T. Flowers — Criminal use of an article with an alteredidentification mark, possession of marijuana;

� Shehalian Ajandro Wilson — Criminal use of an article with analtered identification mark, possession of marijuana;

� Rafel Lamar Allison —Riot in a penal institution, obstruction ofan officer;

� Larry James Clemons Jr. — Riot in a penal institution, obstruc-tion of an officer;

� Deandre S. Dollar — Riot in a penal institution, obstruction of anofficer;

� Hayward Jamal Ward — Riot in a penal institution, obstruction ofan officer;

� Bobby Ralph Wood — Possession of a controlled substance,possession of marijuana, possession of drug-related objects, drugsnot in original container;

� Antoneo Tariq Wilson — Two counts obstruction of an office,simple battery;

� Antoneo Tariq Wilson — Aggravated assault;� Javier Keandre Williams — Burglary;� Christopher Jack Wheeler — Obstruction of an officer, disorderly

conduct, possession of firearm by convicted felon;� Larry Delmonta Turner Jr. — Possession of a controlled sub-

stance, crossing the guard lines with drugs, possession of marijuana;� David Alan Brown-Turnbull — Possession of marijuana with

intent to distribute, illegal use of communication facility possessionof drug-related objects;

� Taylor Blake Tomberlin — Two counts possession of a controlledsubstance, public drunkenness;

� George Wilson Thomas Jr. — Shoplifting;� Javin Arthur Taylor — Entering an auto, theft by taking;� Ezekiel John Taylor — Obstruction of an officer;� Cherry Denise Stewart — Crossing the guard line with drugs,

possession of marijuana, possession of drug-related objects;� Charles George Spencer — Two counts sale of marijuana, pos-

session of marijuana with intent to distribute;� Steven Russell Smith — Possession of prohibited items by

inmates;� Terrence Ahmond Simmons — Violation of street gang terrorism

and prevention act, theft by receiving stolen property, possession of afirearm during commission of a felony, three counts obstruction of anofficer;

� Demontae Antwain Simmons — Aggravated battery;� David Terrico Simmons, aka Rico — Two counts burglary;� Louis Ruffin Jr. — Failure to register as sex offender;� Emily Natasha Rogers — Identity fraud;

Todd Roberson — Two counts armed robbery;� Simone Salina Reeves — Reckless conduct, aggravated assault;� Edward Jamar Person — Fraud in obtaining controlled substance,

two counts forgery, possession of firearm during commission of afelony, possession of marijuana, possession of firearm by convictedfelon;

� Joey Allen Parker — Possession of methamphetamine, drivingwhile license suspended, failure to maintain lane;

� Gary Neal Jr. — Burglary, pointing gun or pistol at another;� James Vander Murphy — Possession of methamphetamine with

intent to distribute, possession of drug-related objects, driving underthe influence of drugs, abandonment of drugs in public place;

� Broderick Lashawn Mitchell — Possession of methamphetaminewith intent to distribute, two counts theft by receiving stolen property,three counts possession of firearm by convicted felon;

� Tasia Cherelle Marshall — Criminal damage to property;� Milton Leon Marshall Jr. — Possession of cocaine with intent to

distribute, possession of marijuana, expired tag;� Preston O’Neil Lewis — Theft by taking;� Luciano Laro III — Possession of prohibited items by inmates;� Ronald Lee Kirkland — Possession of cocaine, tampering with

evidence;

� Willie James Jones — Burglary;� James Kenneth Johnson — Possession of cocaine with intent to

distribute;� Travis Lavarghn Jenkins — Failure to register as a sex offender;� Curtis Jackson — Theft by taking, two counts forgery;� Latraven Durel Howard — Criminal damage to property;� Calvin Eugene Hooks — Obstruction of an officer, possession of

firearm by convicted felon;� Priscilla Brown Hill — Aggravated assault, obstruction of an offi-

cer;� Damien Ruvolo Herringdine — Possession of methamphetamine,

habitual violator, driving while license suspended, driving on improp-er registration, failure to stop at stop sign, turn signal violation, fail-ure to maintain lane, reckless driving, too fast for conditions, twocounts failure to secure a safety belt on a minor, failure to wear seatsafety belt, tailgate violation;

� Ernest Eugene Havior — Aggravated assault;� Terry Harper Jr. — Two counts failure to register as sex offender;� Ricky Harris Jr. — Possession of cocaine, four counts cruelty to

children, battery — family violence;� Joseph Hamm — Armed robbery, aggravated assault, burglary;� Vickie Renee Grismley — Exploitation of elder person;� Carolyn Lavon Greene — Possession of cocaine, possession of

marijuana;� Christopher Patrick Goff — Forgery;� Cashado Danatoni Goddard — Two counts theft by taking;� Vernard Gibson — Possession of prohibited items by inmates;� Eric Jamerson Furlow — Burglary, aggravated stalking, harassing

communications, three counts terroristic threats;� Henry Grady Flynt — Possession of marijuana with intent to dis-

tribute, illegal substance within 1000 feet of a housing project, twocounts obstruction of an officer, use of license plate to conceal identi-ty, driving without a license;

� Aneka Lashan Flournoy — Aggravated assault;� Jamall Larry Elesby — Executing fictitious checks;� Rodriquez Lashawn Driskell — Three counts obstruction of an

officer, reckless conduct, driving under the influence, driving whilelicense suspended;

� Adam Samuel Duncan — Three counts reckless conduct,obstruction of an officer, possession of firearm by convicted felon;

� Sheunetta Michelle Dennis — Making a false statement;� Slayton Trevor Delong — Two counts attempt to violate Georgia

Controlled Substance Act;� Anthony Jamel Culver — Fleeing or attempting to elude a police

officer, obstruction of an officer, driving on wrong side of road,improper passing, improper use of central lane, two counts failure tostop at stop sign, speeding;

� Brent D. Crittendon — Possession of prohibited items by

Alumni association donates to GMC

Contributed photoJames McCue, president of the GMC Bulldog Club, recently donated $1,450 to support the Class of 2016scholarship fund. Above are Col. Pam Grant, GMC Prep School principal, McCue and Trevor Sibilsky, GMCPrep Student Government Association President.

From staff reports

Baldwin County Board ofEducation will hostMilledgeville’s 4th AnnualLiteracy Fair from 10 a.m. to1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30 atMilledgeville Mall.

The literacy fair is an ini-tiative of Baldwin CountyBoard of Education. Thefree event is designed toshowcase literacy initiativesand family developmentopportunities in the commu-nity.

Local schools, nonprofit

organizations and businesseswill participate with per-formances and family activi-ties.

This year’s event will fea-ture a “Make It, Take It”option for parents to learnabout common core stan-dards to assist with theirchildren’s education at home.

Participating groups thisyear are as follows: EarlyLearning Center, St.Stephen’s Day School,Learning Safari, LittleCaterpillars, Blandy HillsElementary, Creekside

Elementary, Eagle RidgeElementary, MidwayElementary, Oak HillMiddle, Baldwin High,Georgia College EarlyCollege, Communities inSchools, John H. LounsburyCollege of Education PreEducation, GMC, TwinLakes Library System andExchange Bank.

For more informationabout the literacy fair,please call Carol Goings at478-457-3325 or emailcarol.goings@baldwin.k12.ga.us.

BOE, mall hosts annual literacy fair

Baldwin County grand jury returns criminal indictments

INDICTMENTS See page 7

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— Sports —

— Sports Briefs —

Baseball alumnus named Top 10 prospectGC Athletics

Former Georgia College ball player DanielBick (2013-14) hasbeen recognized byBaseball America asone of the top-10Independent Leagueprospects from the2015 summer season.During his four-

year stint as a Bobcat,Bick dominated as ashortstop and cleanuphitter. His senior yearalone, Bick started all

52 games and finished with a .358 battingaverage. Bick continued to impress at batwith a .459 slugging percentage and .488on-base averages.After his senior season, Bick moved up to

Ottawa, Canada to pursue a career in thebig leagues through an independent team.

The Champions signed him on as a rook-ie shortstop where he batted .259 with 29runs and 55 hits.During the last month of the season,

Bick hit a .314, improving on a slower startto his first season.His success at bat paired with his talent

in between second and third earned him atop-10 spot on the prestigious list.According to Baseball America, “Bick is

an above-average runner with an above-average arm and solid hands and range.”They go on to say that Bick has a chance

to be one of the few indy ballers to make itthrough to the top as a shortstop, but theyalso believe he can be an “above-average”second baseman.

Many of those chosen for this yearlytop-10 list go on to be signed by a biggerteam.Currently unsigned, Bick prepares for the

Champions upcoming season beginning inMay with hopes of catching a scout’s eye.

Daniel Bick

GC Athletics

Georgia College Soccer senior AllyBarys (Ladera Ranch, Calif.) hasbeen named a semi-finalist for therenowned Coach Wooden CitizensCup Award, one of three student-athletes chosen from Division IIranks.Barys was one of 22 semi-finalists

selected across all three levels of theNCAA for the Coach Wooden CitizenCup Award, presented by Athletesfor a Better World.The Coach Wooden Citizen Cup

was named after John Wooden, whowas arguably one of the greatestcoaches and role models in the his-tory of the NCAA.

This prestigious award as beengranted to athletes like jackNicklaus, Pat Summitt, DikembeMutombo, Drew Brees, Mia Hamm,Peyton Manning, John Smoltz, JohnLynch, Andrea Yaeger and CalRipken Jr., thus truly making it oneof the highest honors in sports.The award is presented annually

to professional and student-athleteswho display the best character,teamwork and citizenship on andoff the playing field.The Coach Wooden Citizenship

Cup Award endows the recipients asathletes of excellence and as rolemodels as performers and persons.This award is one of the most

important and distinctive honors anathlete can receive.“Ally being chosen as a semi-final-

ist for the Coach WoodenCitizenship Award is just one moreamazing accomplishment for themost well-rounded student-athlete Ihave ever coached,” said coach HopeClark. “She is so deserving of thishonor for all the hard work she hasput in both on and off the playingfield throughout her career here atGeorgia College. She continues toset a high standard for both ourwomen’s soccer program and athlet-ic department. As a coach, I couldnot be more proud of Ally and Ilook forward to watching herachieve her life goals while impact-ing those around her.”When not on the soccer pitch or

classroom, the California native isactive combating childhood hungerfrom Baldwin County to Orlando,Fla., teaching personal health tokids, raising money for Make-A-Wish,working with shelter animalsthrough the Animal RescueFoundation and reading books tochildren through Read AcrossAmerica.All while achieving Peach Belt

Conference Gold Scholar academicawards all four years at GeorgiaCollege, making the Academic-AllAmerican Second Team and alsopulling in the first Elite 15 honor in

program history.Barys also is fourth in all-time

goals scored, tied for fourth inpoints and tied for first in gamesplayed in Georgia College history.“When we talk about holistic

excellence, when we talk aboutbeing a preeminent liberal artsleader, and when you want a blue-print of what a Georgia College stu-dent-athlete is, you point to AllyBarys,” said Georgia College

Director of Athletics Wendell Staton.“My first impression of Ally was ahand-written thank you note thatshe sent me after she visited fromCalifornia. In an era where hand-written notes are now the exceptionand not the rule, this impressed me.It has been nothing but positivefrom day one. Ally is mature beyondher years, has an incredible workethic and she is extremely competi-tive and gifted on and off the play-

ing field. She is deserving of themany accolades that continue tocome her way and we are fortunatethat she chose to come to GeorgiaCollege.”The last time a Georgia College

student-athlete earned semi-finaliststatus for this award was KaraTeresi (2006-2009) in 2009. TimTebow from the University ofFlorida would go on to win thatyear.

GC player semi-finalist for Wooden Citizenship Cup Award

Courtesy of Georgia CollegeNo. 10 Ally Barys has been named a semi-finalist for the renowned Coach Wooden Citizens Cup Award.

Basketball Bobcat Club memberships availableGC Athletics

If you are a dedicated Georgia College basket-ball fan looking to watch the games in style, youstill have the opportunity to join the ranks ofthe Basketball Bobcat Club.Membership to the Basketball Bobcat Club

ensures you will never miss a home game withthe provided season ticket.As a member of the Bobcat Club, you will be

treated to a premium experience during eachGeorgia College home basketball game.

Take advantage of VIP parking and the hospi-tality room for each of the Peach BeltConference games throughout January andFebruary.You can join the Bobcat Club with an individ-

ual membership, a membership for two or as afamily.Those interested in becoming a member of

the Basketball Bobcat Club can contact MauriceSmith or Mark Gainous by phone at 478- 445-4010 or by email at maurice.smith@gcsu.edu ormark.gainous@gcsu.edu.

GC Athletics

Georgia College will host aWomen's Soccer ID CampMarch 13 for any high-schoolage females who are interest-ed in playing soccer at thenext level.The Bobcat ID camp is

open to all high schoolfemale prospective student-athletes to offer them anopportunity to showcase theirtalents and make connections

at Georgia College.The camp presents the

opportunity for the prospec-tive student-athletes to meetand train with coaches in aless intimidating recruitmentprocess.The camp costs $75 and

will be from 10 a.m. -5 p.m.The camp will include bothsmall-sided and 11v11 games.A campus tour, lunch and a T-shirt are also included.

To register, fill out the

form located here:http://www.gcbobcats.com/sports/wsoc/2015-16/files/GC_WomensSoccerIDCamp. Registration will closeon March 6.Checks should be made

payable to Georgia CollegeSoccer. Check-ins begin at 9a.m. at Bobcat Field.Further questions should

be directed to head coachHope Clark athope.clark@gcsu.edu

GC to host women’s soccer ID camp

GC Athletics

The Georgia College men’s tennis teamand head coach Steve Barsby are excitedto release the 2016 Spring schedule,which features 20regular-seasonmatches including11 home contests.The team is

ranked No. 12 inthe nation and No.3 in the SoutheastRegion in theIntercollegiateTennis Association(ITA) PreseasonRankings.The Bobcats will kick off the season at

home, as they host Morehouse College innon-conference action on Jan. 31. With awin last season, Georgia College has con-tinued to dominate the series betweenschools, 20-1.During the month of February, the

men will compete in four contests.The team will plan a weekend trip as

they travel to Valdosta to take on No. 9Valdosta State University and No. 7 St.Leo University on consecutive days. Thematch against Valdosta State will take

place Feb. 5, while the match against St.Leo will occur Feb. 6.Georgia College will begin Peach Belt

Conference (PBC) play Feb. 14, whenthey serve host to Flagler College.

Closing out themonth, the teamwill travel to playreigning PBC cham-pion No. 3Armstrong StateUniversity Feb. 28.March will fea-

ture 10 matches,including threeconference

matchups againstUniversity of North Georgia, No. 39Young Harris University and No. 5Lander University.Seven of the 10, including all three of

the conference matchups, will be homecontests.Five matches will be played during the

month of April, and the team will closeout the regular season April 16 on theroad against Georgia Southwestern StateUniversity.The 2016 PBC Tournament will be

hosted by Francis Marion University April22-24 in Florence, S.C.

Bobcat Men’s tennis releases spring schedule

From staff reports

Collegiate Venture’sManaging Member and local

real estatedeveloper,Gary B.Spillersannouncesthe com-pany’spurchaseof a hotelfranchiseto build a

94-room Hawthorn Suites byWyndham hotel to serve theMilledgeville, Lake Sinclairand surrounding areas.This $14 million invest-

ment will create 37 jobs forthe Milledgeville economy ofwhich only seven will belocal college students whohave a career interest inhotel and restaurant hospital-ity.“We are excited to bring

this luxurious extended stayproduct to the Milledgevillearea,” Spillers said. “I havealways believed that a first-class hotel adjacent to LakeSinclair and U.S. Highway441 N would be a win-winsituation for the LakeCountry area, thelocal colleges, and the city of

Milledgeville.”Spillers chose the

Wyndham brand for its luxu-rious feel and quality thatcan be offered at a competi-tive price.The will include lakeside

views, spacious rooms, one-and two-bedroom suites witha fully equipped kitchen, freeWi-Fi, fitness and businesscenters, pool, guest laundryand valet cleaning services.“We will offer breakfast

and provide asocial hour featuring ourrooftop bar overlooking thelake,” Spillers said.“The motel will be pet-

friendly. The Wyndham loyal-ty rewards program is just alittle taste of what we willhave to offer with this greatproperty.The manager of the new

hotel will be Pamela Jackson,CHA, who formallymanaged the Hampton Innlocated in Milledgeville andheld the title as a HiltonAmbassador as well asnumerous community service

awards within her company.When the Hampton was

recently sold, Jackson wasreplaced with the new ownerwho decided to manage thehotel on his own.“She looks forward to

working within the communi-ty again as well as giving herguests that home-away-from-home feeling that theydeserve when they travel,”Spillers said.

“What better way to dothis than with a new andexciting product such as theHawthorn Suites byWyndham.”Spillers and Collegiate

Ventures is known for theirability to restructure olderneighborhoods in collegetowns by making thembecome vibrant again bycreating new developmentsthat increase property valuesof the adjoiningproperties. “This site is nodifferent than marginal prop-erties that we tackled inAuburn, Tuscaloosa andAthens with the unfinished

condos next door,” Spillerssaid. “There needs to be aplan to clean up these condosas we develop our hotel. Weare sure this will happeneven if it means that we willhave to get involved in theprocess. We have done itbefore; we can do it again.”

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The Baldwin Bulletin Page 7Jan. 21, 2016

— Business —

Developer to build new motel near lake

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Gary Spillers

inmates;� Paul Darryl Collins Sr. —

Possession of methampheta-mine, possession of marijuana;

� Robert Lee Cleveland —Robbery by force;

� Teddarrel Tyrone Cheek —Robbery by sudden snatching;

� Michael Alexander Chandler— Three counts burglary;

� Terrence Deon Cartwright —Possession of marijuana withintent to distribute, possession offirearm during commission of afelony, violation of street gangterrorism and prevention act,possession of firearm by convict-ed felon;

� Saqwan Cantrell —Aggravated assault upon a peaceofficer, possession of marijuana,driving while licenses suspended,possession of firearm by convict-ed felon;

� Robert Lee Burton —Entering an auto;

� Sergio Valenda MartuisBrooks — Possession of prohib-ited items by inmates;

� Chavonta Chavez Braddy —Possession of marijuana withintent to distribute; and

� Damarious Dontae Bolston— Two counts aggravatedassault, possession of a firearmduring commission of a felony,possession of firearm by convict-ed felon.

INDICTMENTS from Page 5

Taking donations for GC Miracle

Clay Roper/The Baldwin BulletinGeorgia College Miracle will host its yearly 12-hour dance marathonApril 2 to raise money for Children’s Hospital Navicent Health in Macon.Last year GC Miracle raised more than $72,000 to help sick children.The student organization hopes to collect $80,000 this year for thehospital’s Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit.

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From staff reports

An officer noticed the com-bination of odors of coffeeand burnt and raw marijuanaas he approached TaylorSturdivant’s vehicle nearIHOP.The officer had clocked

Sturdivant at 80 in a 55-mile-per-hour zone with his LASERspeed detection device. Asecond officer found twoempty beer bottles insideSturdivant’s vehicle, accord-ing to the police report.A female police officer

arrived to pat downSturdivant and her passenger,Brittany Karavedas, thereport states.Sturdivant finally admitted

to smoking a doobie aboutan hour before the trafficstop, according to the policereport.Officers also found a home-

made marijuana smokingdevice made from a Gatoradebottle and small socket thatcontained a small amount ofgreen marijuana inside apaper popcorn bucket, thereport states.Karavedas claimed owner-

ship of the homemade bong,according to the report.

Officers located a “roach”inside a brown purse, a mari-juana brownie and a cup ofalcohol in the driver’s sidedoor, the police report states.Both women were arrested

and taken to jail. Sturdivantwas issued a ticket forspeeding and possession ofmarijuana, the report states.Karavedas was cited for pos-session of marijuana, thereport states.

Shoplifter used big purseto stash the goods

Courtney Hill decided togo shoplifting at Walmart,according to a police report.She stuffed some interest-

ing stuff inside her purse:two headbands, bias tape,quality bonding, two blanketbonding kits, a three-pack ofcaps, three Five Hour Energydrinks, nail polish, makeupfoundation, a baby care item,one Sleepnplay and a new-born print, according to thepolice report.She was arrested for

shoplifting and trespass.

911 hangup leadsto drug arrest

Police grew suspicious whenthey noticed a man sitting ina green Mustang whileanswering a 911 hang-up callon Highland Avenue.Before the driver could

open the door, the officercould smell marijuana,according to the report.Smoke was in the air

inside the Mustang as thedriver got out.The driver had a hard time

remembering his name anddate of birth, the reportstates.He first told the officer his

name is Frankie Rushin butthat was not his name. Policearrested the driver for givinga false name.A detention officer found a

small bag of something whitein the driver’s sock —believed to be cocaine ormethamphetamine — and asmall marijuana cigarette inhis hat, according to thereport.The officer later identified

the driver as TrayvinoVishawn Rushin who wascharged with giving a falsename and date of birth, pos-session of marijuana, posses-sion of methamphetamine,crossing the guard line at thejail with drugs, the report

states. The officer also tres-passed Rushin from theFederal Housing Authority.

Xanax, beer anddriving don’t mix

Driver Travis Greeneseemed a little “off” after acollision on Huddle Houseof Roberson Mill Road,according to police.He appeared unsteady on

his feet and stumbled. Hiseyes were glassy, his eyelidsdrooped and the corners ofhis eyes were red, thereport states.Greene told the officer

he had taken more than

one Xanax that belonged tohis girlfriend about 30 min-utes earlier and drank a 32ounce beer about 45 min-utes prior, according to thereport.Officers found a 32

ounce bottle of Colt 45malt liquor in the back seatf loor and a clear cigarettewrapper containing a smallamount of marijuana, thereport states.Officers arrested Greene

and charged him with fol-lowing too closely, opencontainer in vehicle, driv-ing with suspended license,possession of marijuanaand DUI second offense, thereport states.

The Baldwin BulletinPage 8 Jan. 21, 2016

— Crime Time —

Taylor Sturdivant Courtney HillBrittany Karadedas Trayvino Rushin Travis Greene

Odor of marijuana tipped officer to drug charges for speeding driver

— Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. —

— Photos by Brandi Kittle —

By Clay RoperThe Baldwin Bulletin

Baldwin High School Principal Cloise Williams spent his free time on Martin Luther King Jr.Day visiting high school dropouts.

“Today, we’re going door to door and giving young men and women the opportunity to fin-ish school,” said Williams. “A high school diploma brings more options and success.”

This year marked Baldwin’s second Educate to Graduate Rally.A handful of educators and volunteers rallied Monday in memory of Martin Luther King Jr.

to urge former students to earn diplomas.The school system tracked down 14 drop-outs and gave them packets filled with information

on free and local high school graduation programs.These packets included an enrollment guide for Baldwin High School’s Foothills night school

program and Central Georgia Technical College’s GED courses.“Some of these kids just need a little more encouragement to see their education through to

the end,” said Baldwin County Board of Education Chairman Lynwood Chandler, who also par-ticipated in the academic crusade.Superintendent Noris Price began this tradition last year and convinced 18 out of 53 stu-

dents to go back to school.“King stood for opportunity and social justice,” said Superintendent Noris Price. “He under-

stood that education changes lives, so that’s what we’re trying to do today.”

Educators urge dropouts to return to school