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INCUMBENT MAYOR CASON
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available to our citizens,” she said.
Betty and her husband Don are raising two
of their grandchildren. "One aspect of raising
grandchildren is this has allowed me to stay
current with their needs and the needs of all the
children in the city - such as in education,
activities, and recreation - that, otherwise, I
might not be as involved in or aware of.”
When Cason was Probate Judge Cason, she
was instrumental in forming the Carroll County
Mental Health Advocates in 2008, but she
stressed that was a team effort.
"As a probate judge, I learned first hand how
CARLOS DYSON from page 5
"If you have never been here before, you
might start with the seafood platter which is a
great taste. I don’t think people realize all we
offer. I will also put my Philly Cheesesteak up
against anyone’s. We even import the bread
from Philly! Of course, our crab cakes are like
none other. It is my own recipe with no fillers,
29 seasonings, and secret mayo, and reflects
the Maryland crab cakes I grew up with. You
can order your seafood or chicken grilled,
blackened, cajun, or fried. Try the fried lobster
tails or blackened ribeye. People love the
Dyson shrimp. We offer wings several ways,
but our Southern fried wings are like your
grandma made. During October, you can get
50 wings for $45 or 100 for $80.
"Until recently, we were the only restaurant
that offered crab cakes and lamb chops! But try
ours! Perfect to watch the game! Moving for
ward, we want to add some healthier options
and Sunday brunch specials.”
"I want to be involved in giving back to the
Carrollton community, so please involve us in
fundraising efforts.The community has been so
good to us and we want to give back. And eve
rything we do is locally based. Interestingly, I
have been surprised by how many seniors
come to dine with us and how late they stay.”
Carlos’ wife Kima was a founding member
of Total, an American R&B girl group and one
of the signature acts of the Bad Boy Records
imprint during the mid 1990s. Total is best
known for their feature on Mase’s "What You
Want”, as well as their hits "Kissin’ You”,
"Can’t You See” (featuring The Notorious
B.I.G.), and "What About Us?” and "Trippin”’,
both featuring Missy Elliott.
Together, Carlos and Kima have 6 children
and 8 grandchildren.
Kima is not only the only celebrity in
Carlos’s life. In his old neighborhood in
Waldorf, Maryland, located about 20 miles
from Washington, D.C., lived Caleb Williams,
the All American quarterback for the USC.
Trojans and 2022, Heisman Trophy winner.
"I have known Caleb since he was 4 years
old. He spent a lot of time at our house grow
ing up - and enjoying our cooking! He played
on the same peewee football team, but he did
n’t play quarterback - my son was the quarter
back. Caleb was a linebacker and running
back. Obviously, as they got older, that
changed! Caleb has always been a hard worker
beyond what you would expect for a teenager.
He has worked hard for all he has accom
plished.” Also in the neighborhood was
Rasheed Walker, now an offensive tackle with
the Green Bay Packers offensive tackle.
Yes, Carlos has some stories to share - be
sure you get the "whole Dyson experience”
next time you are there!
Dyson Bar & Grill is located at 700
Bankhead Highway, Carrollton. They are open
Tuesday through Friday 11:00 a.m. to 9:00
p.m., Saturday noon until 9:00 p.m. and
Sunday noon to 6:00 p.m. Follow them on
Facebook for specials and events or by calling
470-727-4998.
broken the system is in helping those with
mental illness. It has evolved to help advocate
for people suffering from mental health issues.
This program has grown and still growing,
community partners, grants, fundraisers and
donations have made this program most
successful.”
She was also involved in bringing the
Mobile Crisis Unit to the area which has grown
from one unit to two, and is among the first of
its kind in the state of Georgia.
"When there is an incident that may involve
a resident in a mental health crisis, a paramedic
and licensed professional counselor ride with a
law enforcement officer. After law enforcement
has cleared the scene, the response team imme
diately reacts. In over 700 calls in two years,
only two people have been arrested, one for
family violence and another for an outstanding
warrant.”
Early in her term, C.OVID hit. Mayor Cason
explained it was difficult to get things done
then, but it was important to keep the citizens
safe and businesses
operating. "Some of
the decisions were
from the state level
and not our local deci
sion, but overall I
think we did a good
job.”
Among other posi
tive projects during
her first term, she and
Council member Bob
Uglum established a "Young Council” in con
junction with Carrollton Schools
Superintendent Dr. Mark Albertus. This pro
gram meets monthly with high school students
screened and approved from the facility to give
these students hands-on experience on how the
government works.
The Mayor also - quite expectedly! - is
excited about the
"Mayor’s Reading
Club” where she reads
children’s books at vari
ous locations to
children.
She is also proud the
city council agreed to
donate land to build the
All Ages and Abilities
Access Park. "This park
is a wonderful concept
and so important. It is important not only for
children with challenges but also adults with
challenges to have a place to be with their chil
dren. It is being privately funded, which when
See CARROLLTON MAYOR RACE page 31
Mayor Cason wants to
“meet the needs of local small
businesses as well as industry.
We need to continue to revitalize
and bring new life to Carrollton.
I am proud of the new industry
and business that come here but
our greatest asset is our citizens -
their giving and loving attitude!”
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