The Jenkins County times. (Millen, Ga.) 2023-current, April 28, 2023, Image 6
Page 6 - Friday, April 28, 2023 The Jenkins County Times thej enkinsc ountytimes. com JCTimes 4-28-23.indd 6 4/27/2023 10:22:45 AM ncle Roger s 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 Live Auctions Every Friday & Saturday!! tP'thn ' a 425 Hwy 25 South Millen, Georgia 30467 <0 - (478)401-5007 V" 0 " Welcome Jenkins County Times! e °%. I AREA EVENTS OF INTEREST 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 Southern Home I mp rove me nts - Roofing - Siding - Remodeling - Handyman S e r\/ices CALL: (478)484-6153 4 26 23 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! Unde Sloxfm WITH THE TRUSTED SOURCE YDUR LOCAL NEWSPAPER Gffl>denuf£jfl>een&i> with 0oe 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 see GREENER page 8 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.