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jenkinscountytimes.com The Jenkins County Times Wednesday, December 27, 2023 - Page 5 NO OBITUARIES REPORTED THIS WEEK Obi t cxeiiri Contact our office 478-401-5007. Prices start at $25. Georgia Unemployment Holds Steady at 3.4%, Job Numbers Reach Record Highs By Joe Brady, Editor for The Times Georgia's unemployment rate remained steadfast at 3.4% in November, marking the third consecutive month at this rate, according to a report from the state Department of Labor released Thursday. The data reflects a robust economic landscape, with several categories, including job numbers, reaching record highs. The number of jobs in the state saw a slight increase of 0.3% last month compared to November of the previous year, totaling more than 4.95 million. This uptick in employment contributes to Georgia's resilient economic performance. The labor force also witnessed growth, with an increase of 11,263 individuals, reaching an all-time high of nearly 5.36 million. Georgia's labor force participation rate maintained its strength, holding steady at 61.6% last month compared to October, and marking an increase from 61.0% at the beginning of the year. Moreover, the number of employed Georgians surged by 9,755 individuals to almost 5.18 million, setting another all-time high. State Commissioner of Labor Bruce Thompson expressed optimism about Georgia's economic outlook, stating, "With record-high job numbers, a thriving economy that stands among the nation’s best, and a workforce eager to embrace new opportunities, Georgia is poised to enter the new year with hope and boundless possibilities for all." While the overall economic indicators are positive, there are some challenges on the horizon. Initial unemployment claims experienced a 3% increase last month, totaling 22,316 claims. However, when viewed in the context of the entire year, first-time jobless claims declined by 13%, highlighting a broader trend of improvement. Georgia's economic resilience, coupled with the positive trajectory in job numbers and labor force participation, positions the state favorably as it approaches the new year. The record-breaking figures reflect not only the state's economic strength but also the adaptability and resilience of its workforce. As Georgia navigates economic challenges, the overall outlook appears promising, offering hope for continued growth and prosperity. have an old BIBC£ i|oo love, but needs a new cover? The Times Rebinding Services WE REBIND IISI GENUINE LEATHER. BONDED LEATHER and TOP GRAIN COWHIDE! The T<mes B ib le Rebinding Partners In Education BUSINESS, COMMUNITY AND SCHOOLS WORKING TOGETHER The 2023-2024 Partners in Education for the Jenkins County School System are: B&T Food Fresh Market; Brinson Insurance; The Charm Barn; CoreCivic; Dairy Queen; Durden Bank; Georgia Power; ETadden Insurance Agency; ETuddle ETouse; Jenkins County Chamber of Commerce; Jenkins County Times; Jenkins County Family Enrichment Center; Jenkins County Medical Center; Modern Woodmen of America; Planters EMC; Queensborough Bank; Regions Bank; Round's on Winthrope; Subway; Superior Alarm of Millen; Spring Creek Auction These businesses are proud to support Jenkins County Schools. THE COTTON GIN "Milieu's Florist" Since 1987 478.982.2153 717 Cotton Ave. Millen, GA Martin Luther King, Jr./Charles Beale Memorial Scholarship Banquet January 13, 2024 6:00 pm Jenkins County Senior citizens Center Tickets $25.00 Tickets may be purchased from any Committee Member: Mirian Johnson, Maebel Johnson, Maebel McCloud, Mae Della Anthony, LaSwan Spells, Myrtis Reese, Mary Ruffin, Johnnie Mae Sherrod Retired Educators will meet at 11:30 at the school media center with lunch at noon in the cafeteria. MEETINGS WILL BE HELD: January 25, 2024; March 28, 2024; and April 25, 2024 in the school media center. Experience Magnolia Springs Monday, January 1, 2024 First Day Hike at Magnolia Springs 10 AM to 12 PM Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA What better way to start out the New Year than a beautiful easy guided hike down our wooded trails through the park and Camp Lawton? Hikers will pass unique lime sinks and then along the lakeside before making the stroll back to the Visitor's Center. You can choose to complete the first 1.5 miles or hike the entire route for a rewarding 3 miles. $5 parking. 478-982-1660. Ranger with Reptiles Saturday, Jan 13, 2024 10 AM Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA Meet behind the Visitor Center for a fun filled reptile program that features some of the most iconic animals found at Magnolia Springs! Registration is required in advance. (Ages 3 and under free) $5 plus $5 parking. 478- 982-1660. Archery Saturday, Jan 13, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA Leam archery from a certified instructor with all equipment provided. This is a great opportunity for experienced archers to improve your skills. Meet at the archery range. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660. Ranger with Reptiles Saturday, Jan 27, 2024 10 AM Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA Meet behind the Visitor Center for a fun filled reptile program that features some of the most iconic animals found at Magnolia Springs! Registration is required in advance. (Ages 3 and under free) $5 plus $5 parking. 478- 982-1660. Archery Saturday. Jan 27, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA Leam archery from a certified instmctor with all equipment provided. This is a great opportunity for experienced archers to improve your skills. Meet at the archery range. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660. EXCITING WORSHIP^ Oak Hill Baptist Church 3233 Oak Hill Church Rd Millen, GA 30442 Download Oak Hill Church APP Today I i Joshua Johnson, Senior Pastor j HYMNS yy/w/ti fke keold By Sam Eades, The Times A YEAR OF PRECIOUS BLESSINGS A new year has come and it is hard to believe. I sure hope 2024 is a wonderful year for you and your family. One hymn I heard many years ago at a New Years Eve prayer service, was the hymn, "A year of precious blessings" written by Fanny Crosby and L. Allan Sankey. We doubtless have had problems to face and difficulties to overcome, but when we review the past year, taking into account our situation as compared with those in other lands, I have to say we have received countless blessings. Of course we find ourselves with more issues to overcome this next year. But, I know that God will prevail through it all. Allan Sankey was bom in August of 1874 and was the son of Ira Sankey and Frances Victoria Edwards. He married twice, to Frances Warm in 1899 and Ann Underhill Meighan inl915. He studied civil engineering and architecture at Princeton University, graduating in 1897. In 1898, he became president of the Biglow & Main music publishers in New York City. He also served as vicepresident of the Feeds and Catlin Phonograph Company, and on the Advisory Board of the Greenich Bank. Sankey died, December 30, 1915, on the steam ship Korona, while going to a Caribbean honeymoon with his wife Ann. He was buried at sea. Fanny J. Crosby, was an American mission worker, poet, lyricist, and composer. Writing many hymns in her lifetime. At six weeks old, Crosby caught a cold and developed inflammation of the eyes. Mustard poultices were applied to treat the discharges. According to Crosby, this procedure damaged her optic nerves and blinded her. Some of Crosby's best-known songs include "Pass Me Not, O Gentle Saviour", "Blessed Assurance", "Jesus Is Tenderly Calling You Home", "Praise Him, Praise Him", "Rescue the Perishing", and "To God Be the Glory". Happy New Year to all my readers! And may God give you a year of precious blessings. Sing with me.... A year of precious blessings And glorious victories won. Of earnest work progressing. Its onward course has ran; To Thee, O God, our refuge, Whose goodness crowns our days. Within Thy earthly temple. We lift our souls in praise; Within Thy earthly temple. We lift our souls in praise. Thou master of assemblies In mighty power descend. Behold our glad reunion. Conduct it to the end; Inspire our hearts with courage And deeper love for Thee, That all. Thy name may honor. Where’er our field may be. That all. Thy name may honor. Where’er our field may be. O Church of God’s anointed, March on the world to win. Lead forth thy ranks by millions Against the hosts of sin. Till at His throne in glory. Where angels prostrate fall, One hallelujah chorus Shall crown Him Lord of all. One hallelujah chorus Shall crown Him Lord of all. L. Allan Sankey & Fanny Crosby Magnolia Springs offers archery classes For beginners Madisyn Jones, Sarah Bruno, and Jax Bruno, attending the Grinch Archery Class at Magnolia Springs was a special treat. The one hour class is taught by a certified instructor and all the equipment is provided. The cost of the archery class is $10. To leam more about upcoming events call the visitor center at 478-982-1660 or just watch the Jenkins County Times for upcoming events at the park!
