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Page 10 - Wednesday, May 8, 2024
The Jenkins County Times
jenkinscountytimes.com
This week’s Jenkins County
Times Photo of the Week does
not take place on the field of
play, it takes place in outdoor
sports. Bill Dunn (right) takes
time with his son Liam Dunn
(Left) to throw a line into the
water. Time spent together
should be the purpose of
sports! There is nothing more
special than father and son
time by a pond. Whether the
fish were biting or not is not
known, but we know time
spent is not only the best
medicine but also the best
lessons of life.
Sports Photo of the Week: Bill
Dunn spends time throwing
the line into the water with
his son Liam Dunn at a pond
recently. Photo Submitted.
Who’s in the mood to play? This Friday, May to from 3:30 pm until 5:30 pm we
will be having a Game Day event! We’ll have plenty of choices for what you would
like to play, too, with a nice selection of games for both board game lovers and video
gamers. Stop in, have some fun and maybe meet some new friends!
On Wednesday, May 15 we will be having a special event at the library to help
raise awareness of sickle cell disease. We will be showing the documentary “Spilled
Milk” about the friendship of the filmmaker and his best friend who is living with
sickle cell disease. There will be a discussion afterwards, led by retired nurse Gayle
Cousar.
Have you missed our free adult/teen Paint @ the Library events? They’re back,
starting on Saturday, May 18 at 11 am! We provide the paint, canvas, etc., you just
need to show up ready to get a little paint on your hands. This month’s painting
theme will be spring flowers.
Summer Reading will be here before you know it, and the schedule for our weekly
events is up on the library’s website at www.sjrls.org/summer-reading.html and
on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/jenkinscountymemoriallibrary, as
well as our Instagram page at www.instagram.com/jenkinscountylibrary. Like or
subscribe to our social media accounts to see the latest library news before anyone
else!
When exactly is Summer Reading? The kickoff is on Tuesday, June 4 with
magician Brian Robert, and will continue until the final performance on Tuesday,
July 23 with Oatland Island Wildlife Center. During that time we hope you read
lots, come to our awesome events, and enter to win in our weekly drawings! And
remember, you can sign up in person at the library or online at sjrls.beanstack.com
where you can not only get the usual prizes and/or books, but special badges as well.
Well, that’s all for now - see you at the library!
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Gloria Frazier took the opportunity to commend Tamia Griffin-Lovett for her
outstanding contributions to Millen and Jenkins County.
Griffin-Lovett's commitment to her community is nothing short of exemplary.
Through her active involvement in the Jenkins County Chamber of Commerce and
her tireless efforts as an ambassador for Millen, she has consistently demonstrated
her passion for fostering growth and prosperity in her hometown.
But it is not just her professional endeavors that set her apart; it is her profound
kindness and selflessness in her personal interactions that truly make her shine.
Whether it’s supporting her students by purchasing school clothes, winter coats, or
Christmas gifts, or providing food for the needy, Griffin-Lovett's actions exemplify
the true spirit of community and compassion.
Despite facing challenges, including stagnant wages in her long-standing role as
a bus driver for the Jenkins County BoarcTof Education since iq88, Griffin-Lovett's
unwavering determination and resilience continue to inspire all who know her. Her
dedication to her responsibilities and the people she serves is unwavering, making
her a true asset to our community. Photo by Gwen Watson.
"It is individuals like Tamia Griffin-Lovett who make a profound impact on their
communities through their actions and their unwavering dedication to making a
difference in the lives of others," remarked Representative Frazier.
Indeed, Griffin-Lovett is undoubtedly a deserving recipient of recognition
and honor. Her selfless commitment to the betterment of Millen anaJenkiwns
County serves as a shining example for all residents, reminding us of the power of
compassion and dedication in building stronger, more vibrant communities.
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May 13 — Manager’s Choice.
May 14 — Manager’s Choice.
May 15 — Manager’s Choice.
May 16 — Manager’s Choice.
May 17 — Manager’s Choice.
Lunch - May Choose
War Eagle Band
Receives Donation
Spring Creek Auction
ana the Jenkins County
War Eagle Band have long
shared a relationship. This
past weekend they received
much needed towels from the
auction customers. “These golf
towels are much appreciated,
and the band thanks the
customers at Spring Creek
Auction for thinking of us,”
Bob Russell, assistant director
explained. Over forty blue and
white towels were donated.
Spring Creek is the county’s
only public auction house
and celebrated their ten-
year anniversary in March.
Auctions are held each Friday
and Saturday beginning at 6
and 5 p.m.
Pictured are auction staff;
Bobby Wilkerson, auctioneer
Sam Eades, Asst. Band
Director Bob Russell, auction
employee Geneva Saxon, and
Caleb Asbury. Photo by J. Brady
JROTC Hosts Food Drive
The Jenkins County High School JROTC recently hosted a food drive in the
high school parking lot. JGMHS principal Rob Gray explained, “we thank the
students ana their parents for helping with this drive. Our community support
is always paramount to the success of these programs.” The advisors of the
program are CSM Tyrone Smoot and SFC Steven Colon.
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Wilkerson, Cadet Whitney Kayes, Cadet Ethan Newton, Cadet Kiera Phillips
Photo contributed.
Deployed Moms Receive Gifts
Members of the American Legion Post 116, American Legion Auxiliary
Unit 116, and VFW Post 7116 recently prepared thirty Mother’s Day
gift bags for deployed Moms of a army national guard unit. Two of
the deployed soldiers are members of the American Legion Post 116.
Pictured are members of the ALA and VFWA.
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