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The Jenkins County Times
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Safety tips for safe
swimming this
summer
Bv Tyler Busch,
Podcast Director & Reporter
far
The Times
It is that time of year
where the beaches, pools,
lakes, and every other
body of water is packed
with swimmers trying to
get some relief from the
gmeling summer heat. Not
everyone knows how to
swim or all of the hidden
dangers water can bring. I
know at Lake Lanier, north
of Atlanta, I would read
articles or see on the news
about another person who
drowned at Lake Lanier.
I was taught to swim at a
young age, but I am not a
good swimmer. One good
source for safety tips while
being in the water can be
found on the American
Red Cross’ website.
Some of the tips found
on this website are, “ 1)
Provide close and constant
attention to children you
are supervising in or
near water, 2) Take smart
precautions and use layers
of protection, and 3)
Ensure that everyone in the
family leams to swim well
and what to do in a water
emergency” (American
Red Cross 2023).
Other tips the American
Red Cross recommends
is to not swim alone and
that all parents should be
paying close attention to
their children while they
are in the water, even
when a lifeguard is or is
not present. They also
recommend that small or
inexperienced swimmers
should wear a life jacket
while swimming to prevent
an incident like drowning
from occurring. You can
find all this information
on their website at www.
redcross.org. In any
incident, to call 9-1-1
immediately, because
seconds do count in saving
a life. The website goes
into more detail about
where you can take swim
lessons and other useful
resources for parents and
kids to stay safe swimming
this summer.
The CDC (Centers
for Disease Control) has
several tips to stay safe
and healthy while in
the water this summer
on their website, www.
cdc.gov. Their website
includes information
about how someone can
get sick swimming in any
body of water like a pool
or ocean and how fast
germs spread through the
water. The most common
illness people contract by
swimming in contaminated
water is diarrhea.
In oceans, the biggest
danger to all swimmers
is the presence of strong
rip currents. There are
flags posted at the various
entries to the beach that
let you know the risk of
strong rip currents with a
green flag meaning low
risk, yellow flag meaning
moderate risk, red flag
meaning that strong rip
currents are expected. A
double red flag means that
knowone is allowed in the
ocean.
Locally, the Screven
County Recreation
Department is hosting
swim lessons at the Rec
Center from June 5-15th
(Monday-Thursday only)
and you can sign up online
via the rec center’s website
which is, www.screvenrec.
com. Swim lessons are
held at the Screven County
Rec Dept, pool in Sylvania
and a swim lesson costs
$30 per child. In Jenkins
County, swim lessons are
not offered.
Stay safe this summer
and enjoy the water and
sunshine!
By Joe Brady, Editor
for
The Times
Gun shop owner closing store after spike in violence
involving children
A Georgia gun shop owner is closing after the spike in
mass shootings and gun violence involving children. Jon
Waldman opened Georgia Ballistics in March 2021. Locally,
four teenagers have been shot in separate instances across
Metro Atlanta since Saturday. Waldman believes that by
closing his shop, he is doing his part although he knows he
has not sold a gun that committed the violence, “it could
happen.” He said.
Statesboro drafting new event center permit
Since a teen shooting in April at a private party the city
has been working on a plan to make sure people stay safe a
large-scale event. The new ordinance proposes strict rules
for even planners. It would require venues without liquor
licenses to be inspected prior to the event.
Someone from the event planning company must be on
site. The ordinance puts the responsibility for the behavior
of participants on the event center.
Clayton County jailer accused of using inmate’s credit card
Clayton County Sheriff Levon Allen says Iyana Dixon,
a contractor at the jail, was arrested Wednesday night
and charged with financial transaction fraud and theft by
taking. Dixon is accused of using an inmate’s credit card
without permission on five separate occasions, including
Macy’s.
Gwinnett County teacher accused of molesting student
A now former Gwinnett County teacher accused of
molesting a student faced a judge Wednesday. R’Kheim
Young has been a teacher for more than 10 years. The victim
sent her mother a text on Feb. 27, 2023 asking to be picked
up because Mr. Young had touched her inappropriately and
asked her to touch him. Young was a teacher at a small
private school in Lawrenceville where the alleged crime
took place.
Anti-semitic flyers showing up in Roswell neighborhood
Hundreds of anti-Semitic flyers have been showing
up in Roswell community and police are investigating.
Roswell Police say the investigation is ongoing. They
began investigating after homeowners in the Eden Wild
subdivision found them Sunday morning. Back in February,
Sandy Springs and Dunwoody saw the same thing. That
came after lawmakers considered a bill that would make
antisemitism crimes part the state’s hate crime’s bill.
Georgia’s supreme court upholds dismissal of challenge
to amendment allowing guns on campus
On Wednesday, Georgia’s highest court upheld a lower
court ruling dismissing a lawsuit brough by five college
professors challenging the removal of public colleges and
universities from a list of “school safety zones” where
weapons are prohibited.
Before the 2017 amendments to state law, it was a
misdemeanor crime to carry or possess a weapon on property
or in buildings owned or leased by a college or university.
The five University System of Georgia professors who sued
over the amendment said allowing the carrying of weapons
on campus went against longstanding university system
policies.
EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE
FIREFIGHTER
The City of Sylvania is accepting applications for the position
of firefighter. Applicant would be responsible for general
duties of engaging directly in firefighting, rescue, and fire
prevention activities. Drives and operates fire equipment,
assists in maintenance and repair of fire stations and equipment;
does related work as required. Must possess certification
as a Firefighter from the Georgia Firefighter Standards and
Training Council or be able to obtain certification within one
year of employment. Must have or be able to obtain a valid
Class F State of Georgia Motor Vehicle Operators License.
Salary increases after six-month successful probationary
period and annually thereafter as budget allows. Benefits
include health insurance including an employer paid option for
the employee, retirement option, disability insurance, vacation,
sick leave, and holiday pay. Applicant must pass a drug test
and physical. Submit application to Stacy F. Mathis, City
Manager, Sylvania City Hall, 104 S. Main St., Sylvania,
GA 30467. Deadline for applications April 12, 2023.
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EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE
Full Time Custodian
The Jenkins County Board of
Commissioners is accepting
applications for the position of full-time
custodian. Applicant must possess a
valid driver’s license and high school
diploma or equivalent. The employee
would be responsible for the janitorial
services at Jenkins County Court
House, the Jenkins County Annex, the
Jenkins County Senior Center and the
Jenkins County ASCS building.
Interested parties should apply at the
office of the Jenkins County Board of
Commissioners, located at 833 East
Winthrope Avenue in Millen, Georgia
by 5:00 P.M. on Friday, June 16, 2023.
Jenkins County is an Equal Opportunity
Employer and is a Drug-Free Workplace.
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EVENTS OF
INTEREST
Tuesday, June 13 - Mars Theater
(Springfield): The Boxmasters with Billy Bob
Thornton 7:00 PM - 9:00, Website: http://
www.marstheatre .com
Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters are
set to play the Mars Theatre on Tuesday, June
13 at 7pm. Tickets are on sale NOW. The
event is sponsored by Brad Cherney's State
Farm Agency and partially funded through a
grant provided by Effingham County Cham
ber of Commerce. Formed in 2007, The Box-
masters have recorded an impressive and di
verse catalogue of music that touches on their
love of a wide array of influences, but most
importantly, the rock and roll of the 1960’s.
Listening to The Boxmasters, one can hear
obvious odes to the Beatles, Byrds and Beach
Boys, but also important to The Boxmasters
are The Mothers of Invention, Kris Kristoffer-
son, John Prine and Big Star.
Saturday, June 24:
The next Perkins Music Show is scheduled at
6 p.m. The Palmetto Cadillacs will perform
the entire evening. The public is invited to the
old depot!
Will be selling this delicious
Barbeque at;
Spring Creek Auction
425 Hwy. 25 South, Millen, Georgia
JOB AVAILABLE
The housing authority of the CITY OF
SYLVANIA is accepting applications for the
position of Maintenance Laborer. Applicants
must be qualified in all maintenance work
required in multifamily housing. Applicants
MUST HAVE a valid driver's license.
Applicants will be required to pass a drug test
and have a clean criminal history. Salary will
be based on experience. Applications maybe
obtained at the CENTRAL OFFICE at 570
WALLACE STREET, Waynesboro, Georgia,
or by calling 706-554-2233, extension 105.
Applications are to be submitted to:
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF
SYLVANIA, ATT: BRENT MEEKS,
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR.
P.O. Box 628, Waynesboro, Ga. 30830.
THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY
OF SYLVANIA IS AN EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE
The Jenkins County Board of Commissioners is
accepting applications and resumes for the
position of full-time Recreation Administrative
Assistant. Applicant must possess a valid driver’s
license, a clear MVR, and a clear Criminal History.
The employee would be responsible for the
supporting the Recreation Director in the efficient
and effective operation of the County’s Recreation
Department, based upon By-Laws and other
guidelines established by the Jenkins County Board
of Commissioners and the State of Georgia.
Salary is negotiable based on education and
experience. Benefits include paid vacation, paid
holidays, health insurance, retirement, and more.
Interested parties should apply at the office of the
Jenkins County Board of Commissioners,
located at 833 East Winthrope Avenue in Millen,
Georgia by 5:00 P.M on Friday, June 2,2023.
A full Job Description is available at the
Commissioners’ Office.
Jenkins County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and is a Drug-Free Workplace. ,,
