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The Jenkins County Times
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Tales of the Ogeechee
Angie Girl Sports
Fishing Charters
on the Ogeechee
Have you ever thought
about going on a Charter
boat to find all the great
fishing spots on the
Ogeechee River? There is
one charter that I would
recommend. Angie Girl
Sports Fishing Charters.
This is a great charter for
the entire family. Spend
an unforgettable day on
the water with this great
Fishing Charter. Captain
Earl is based in Richmond
Hill and offers all kinds
of fishing adventures
year round. With a guide
who has over 40 years of
experience, you can bet
you’re in the right hands.
Whether you’re just trying
out for the first time or
you’re all set to break your
new record, Capt. Earl will
show you the best way to do
it. This would be
the best vacation
any family could ask for.
You’ll be fishing on
a 32’ Edgewater that
accommodates up to 6
guests. This center console
is powered by twin 300
HP Yamaha engines and
reaches high speeds in no
time. Besides navigational
electronics and a private
toilet, the boat also
features a cooler, a live
bait tank, outriggers, and
downriggers.
From a 4-hour inshore
trip to a 14-hour offshore
adventure, there’s
something for every type of
angler. Short, inshore trips
will take you after Redfish,
Trout, Cobia, Kingfish,
and other species. If you
prefer to stay longer on
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Saturday, April 29:
Millen Methodist Church will host a yardsale at 8 a.m. No
clothes or books.
Tuesday, May 2:
Come celebrate Cindo de Mayo at the Millen Produce
Market! Enjoy chips & salsa, nachos, and guacamole. The
produce market is open every Tuesday from 3-6 at the train
viewing platform.
Tuesday, May 2- Monday, Aug. 29:
Famiers Market at the depot! We’re in search of vendors
for the Farmer’s Market. Pickup an application from the
chamber office, or contact us through email or phone:
jcda@bellsouth net or 478-982-5595.
Saturday, May 20:
Millen’s own Hushpuppies Band will perform a benefit
concert at the Averitt Performing Arts Center/Emma Kel
ly Theater at 7:30. All proceeds benefit Ambucs. Purchase
tickets at www.averittcenterforthearts.org
Thursday, May 22:
The Jenkins County BOE will hold its monthly meeting at
the Board office at 5 p m. The public is invited to attend.
June 3rd: Rural Church Ramblings sponsored by
Jenkins County Chamber and Newington Heritage Society.
$60 per person includes lunch at Rounds on Winthrope.
Meet at the Screven County Rec Department at 8:15 a.m.
Space is limited so contact the Chamber office to reserve a
seat! 478-982-5595
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the boat and go after a
bigger challenge, target
Red Snapper, Mahi Mahi,
Swordfish, and Tuna.
Capt. Earl covers your
fishing licenses and
equipment. After the trip,
he’ll clean your catch free
of charge. Make sure to
pack some food, drinks,
and sun protection for the
day. If you’re keeping your
catch for later, feel free to
bring a small cooler.
Due to the rising gas
prices there will be a gas
surcharge that would be
worked out when trips are
confirmed.
Happy Fishing y'all!
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By Joe Lamp’l
Special Contributor
for
The Times
Organic pest control
methods are generally
less environmentally
damaging and toxic.
Whenever possible, you
should use the least toxic
method first. There are
some very effective natural
pests control treatments
available. The good
news is, with the proper
preparation and cultural
practices, rarely if ever will
you need to get beyond the
first few levels of defense.
The first step in
controlling pests is to
create the most hospitable
growing environment for
your plants. A healthy
garden is
the single
best organic
pest control
treatment there
is. It creates
Organic Pest Controls
biodiversity.
So, without
the need to
apply any sort
of treatment,
beneficial
insects are
doing your pest control for
you.
Although beneficial
insects are incredibly
effective, you’ll likely have
to have a bit of tolerance for
some pest damage. Organic
methods typically are not
as fast acting, and yet can
be every bit as effective as
synthetic control over time.
With any pest control
treatment, the first step is
to identify the offending
pest, and target a control
method that affects just it.
You don’t want to apply a
non-selective chemical that
may kill beneficial insects
as well! There are a good
number of organic options
available, and some are
more specific to certain
pests than others. Here are
some of the more popular
options in order of least to
most toxic.
Microbial Insecticides
These insecticides cause
the pest to get sick, are
very specific to the target
pest, and do not hami
beneficial insects, nor are
they toxic to mammals.
One of the most popular
choices is Bt (Bacillus
thuringiensis). I use this
whenever necessary to treat
several worm larvae from
homworms to cabbage
loopers, and cutworms. The
bacteria
in Bt
paralyzes
the
digestive
system of
the larvae,
and within
a couple
of days,
the pests
are dead.
If there is
a downside to this type of
insecticide, it’s that it is not
as fast acting as you might
like, but it is very effective
and well worth the tradeoff.
Insecticidal Oils
These oils work by
suffocating the pest. The
oil coats them with a
petroleum-based liquid,
cutting off their oxygen
supply. This method of
control has been around for
a long time. It is primarily
used to kill the eggs and
immature stages of insects.
These products are very
effective because they
spread so well and break
down quickly. However,
these oils can and do affect
Sticky traps are effective in
greenhouses and indoors. Photo
contributed.
beneficial insects, but are
less toxic to them.
Oils are often used to
control aphids, scales, spider
mites, mealy bugs, psylla,
and some other insects.
These oils can harm your
plants and trees, primarily
leaf damage, so be sure
to read the directions that
come with the packaging.
Never spray these oils on
a hot day, usually over 85
degrees, and its best to spray
a small area of your plants
first. After a few days,
look for any damage from
the oil, before commencing
with a larger application. If
no damage is observed then
continue spraying, coating
the top and bottom of all
leaf surfaces.
Diatomaceous earth
This product is fossilized
silica shells of algae.
Although these shells
are microscopic in size,
they’re covered with sharp
projections that cut and
penetrate the cuticle of an
insect. This causes the pest
to leak vital body fluids.
The result is dehydration
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By Joe Brady, Editor
for
The Times
Prison guard pleads guilty to federal drug charges
A former state prison guard awaits sentencing after pleading guilty to her role in a
widespread dmg trafficking conspiracy linked to a white supremacist street gang.
Desiree Briley, 26, of McRae, GA faces up to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to Conspiracy to Possess with Intent
to Distribute, and to Distribute Methamphetamine. Briley was a corrections officer with the rank of Sergeant when arrested
in January 2023.
Briley played a key role in enabling members of the Ghost Face Gang to operate a massive drug trafficking operationg
inside and outside Georgia’s prison system.
More than 100 dogs seized involving dog fighting operation
The US Attorney’s office has filed three civil forfeiture complaints between September and December 2022 seeking
possession of 110 dogs allegedly involved in illegal dog fighting ventures. Twenty-three dogs were seized from Ware
County Animal Shelter after local animal control officers removed them from 3310 North Street in Waycross. The dogs
were suspected of being involved in dog fighting activities.
Thirteen dogs were seized from Long County Animal Shelter after officers removed them from 362 Narcy Stafford Road
in Glennville. These dogs were also suspected in dog fighting activities.
Seventy-Four dogs were seized in Wrightsville after dog fighting activities. The US Dept, of Agriculture, Office of Inspector
General actively investigate allegations of animal abuse. Animal fighting is a high priority which is a blatant acts of cruelty
to animals.
Inmate escapes work detail
A wanted man escaped from a Newton County prison work detail last week but wound back behind bars thanks to an
observant citizen. Authorities said he escaped in an unmarked patrol car that was out of service. The sheriff’s office put out
an alert shortly afterward and asked for the public’s help.
A witness later spotted the inmate and held him at gunpoint until authorities arrived.
Loundes County 10 year old killed by drunk driver
Autumn Rae, a Valdosta resident, loved to work on her family farm and enjoyed playing softball before suspected drunk
driver Jodie Rebecca Everidge wrecked her car and killed Autumn Rae. Autumn’s softball team, the Hot Sticks, held a
memorial to honor her.
Tifton spa employees arrested for criminal sexual acts
Tifton Police arrested Chen Rae Lee, 67, and In Suk Ma, 64 and charged with masturbation for hire. Tifton Police received
citizen complaints that employees of New Lucky Spa were offering sex for money along with massages. Last week
detectives conducted an undercover operation. During the undercover investigation an employee of New Lucky Spa offered
sexual acts in exchange for money.
Child abuse allegations under investigation in Cordele Church Daycare
Crisp County law enforcement was contact by the First Baptist Child Development Center to investigate child abuse
allegations reported to their director. Crisp County has asked GBI to assist in the investigation due to a conflict of interest.
CCSO staff use child care services provided by the First Baptist Church Development Center. The center is fully cooperating
with law enforcement in this investigation.
Parents accused of child cruelty claim immunity from law
Two Georgia parents in Evans are claiming to be part of an extremist anti-government group that believes individuals can’t
be governed by state of federal authorities.Hassan Sahih Bey, 30, and Tinka El, 25, were arrested after a deputy responded
to the pediatric icu at Children’s Hospital of Georgia.
One of the children had to be put on a respirator and has been diagnoxed with rickets, a rare disease that causes problems
with a child’s bone development due to lack of vitamin D.
Law enforcement learned that two other children were at the home who also needed to be hospitalized rickets and
malnourishment. Both suspects claim to be members of the Moorsh Sovereign Citizens Group. Members call themselves
Moors and incorporate the words “bey” and “el” into their names.
Georgia ranks 11 in the fastest growing states in the US
Our state has been experiencing rapid growth in recent years and now ranks as the 11th fastest growing state in the nation.
This impressive growth can be attributed to several factors, including an optimum business environment, low cost of living,
diversity, and high education standards and workforce development. Georgia’s population grew by 10.6% between 2010
and 2020. The state now has over 10.7 million residents. The growth is centered in the metro Atlanta area, which accounts
for 60% of the state’s total population.