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thesy lvaniatimes .com The Sylvania Times Wednesday, August 31, 2022 - Page 9 Bacon resigns from Development Authority Joe Brady Editor Dorie Bacon has been the face of the Development Authority for the past n years and as she steps down as director and takes a new position. “I have enjoyed my tenure with the Development Authority, and I have also enjoyed working with our existing industries and education partners to come up with workforce solutions like the Manufacture Ready program and the 8th grade manufacturing field trip.” Dorie has assumed the role of Senior Project Manager, Region 12 working with the existing industry and regional recruitment under the Georgia Department of Economic Development, she will continue to be based in Screven County. Under Bacon’s direction the county has seen the opening of Claxton Poultry, Omega Piezo Technologies, ELK Distribution, and New Bay Technology. “One of the greatest things about doing economic development in a small-town environment like Screven County is the teach approach,” explains Bacon. “Our board is a working board-cooking and serving dinners, The city, county and chamber of commerce are partners as well and only want what is best for Screven County.” Dorie concludes with, “I have the honor of sharing the office with Grace Waits, one of the hardest working people out there. Her creativity and servant heart has been an inspiration to me. I have also been humbled by both Chairman I have had the privilege of working for-Stephen Milner and the late Bobby C. Smith.” Dorie Bacon PINES BOOKING continued from page 1 just water and electric. There are 5 cabins on the property with full amenities ranging from studios to 2 bedrooms. There is also a bath house and tenting area. The couple also offer a coin operated laundry room and wi-fi. Amanda also shares her aeroponic tower garden produce with her guests, “it is important to me to feed my family home grown food. With the aeroponic system, food is grown 30% faster than dirt farming. “I can grow anything a standard garden can grow, except root vegetables.” She looks forward to sharing her knowledge with anybody who wants to learn more about it. The price to stay at Leaning Pines is $15-20 per night for tent spots. $35-50 per night for RV spots and $80-$ 120 per night for cabins. “We also want to collaborate with other local businesses such as food trucks, and horse stables. We are open to ideas.” The couple is working tirelessly to make Leaning Pines a household name. “With the growth of Sylvania, a good campground can only draw tourists to the area,” Kent says. “This is a great place to raise a family and we are so glad to be a part of this community.” The campground is located at 3637 Old River Road and may be reached by dialing 912-829-3124. Or their email is leaningpinescg@planters.net continued from page 7 Sylvania Fire Department August 22 - Set up Landing Zone. August 23 - EMS Call, Excluding Vehicle Accident w/Injury, Pineview Rehabilitation Center. Screven County Fire Department August 22 - Motor Vehicle Accident with Injuries, Burton’s Ferry Highway. August 25 - Medical Assist, Robbins Branch Rd August 28 - Motor Vehicle Accident with no Injuries, Millen Highway. Baby NtwTtikmeflt $7.99 (tttHMJlH Located iNsiBiTiiSnviHiilkie Allen speaks with Rotary Sarah Saxon Reporter The Rotary club met this past Thursday at Wall’s Diner and they had Georgia’s 12th District House of Representative Rick Allen as their guest speaker. The son of a farmer, Allen is proud to serve on the House Committee on Agriculture, which enables him to work as an advocate for farmers in Washington and to shape legislation to bolster Georgia’s number one industry. Additionally, he is a member of the House Education and Labor Committee and is serving as the Senior Republican on the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions. Allen discussed the opioid epidemic currently ravaging the country. “Right now, the most common cause of death for people ages 16 - 35 is fentanyl deaths.” Allen referenced the four West Point cadets who died recently, two from marijuana laced with fentanyl and the other two who died trying to save them. Lastly, he stated that “before you vote for a candidate, pray over it to make the right decision.” (photo by Sarah Saxon) The John Birch Society Join the John Birch Society for: "The Constitution is the Solution Workshop” Hosted by: Arthur Engineering 1006 Millen Hwy, Sylvania. The meetings will start at 6 pm on August 3oth and the September 6, 20, & 27. For more information call 91 2-499-1 600. Come and find out more about the John Birch Society. Less government, more responsibility and - with God's help - a better world. FSA Now Accepting Applications For Program Technician The Screven-Effingham-Chatham-Bryan-Jenkins County FSA Office will accept applications for a Program Technician position through the close of business on Friday, September 9, 2022 . This position is for office assistance to help administer federal farm programs to producers in Screven Effingham Chatham Bryan and Jenkins Counties. The incumbent will work only when needed and will be headquartered in the Screven County office, but may be required to work in the Jenkins County office at times. This job will be a temporary position not to exceed September 30, 2023. Salary will depend on the experience of the person selected, but no less than $13.78 per hour. Vacancy announcements and applications may be picked up at: The Screven County FSA Office 216 Mims Rd, Rm 113 Sylvania, GA. 30467 Monday through Friday and at the Jenkins County FSA Office at 837 College Avenue, Millen, GA on Tuesday and Thursdays. FSA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Candidates will be considered without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, and age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by- case basis. . PNEUMONIA continued from page 5 help you determine when you should be vaccinated against pneumococcal pneumonia. Infection can strike PUBLIC NOTICE The Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Newington does hereby announce that the millage rate for 2022 will be set at the Town Council Meeting scheduled to be held at the Town Hall on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 7:00 PM and pursuant to the requirements of O.C.G.A. 48-5-32 does hereby publish the following presentation of the current year’s tax digest and levy, along with the history of the tax digest and levy for the past five years. 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