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PAGE 2 Legals IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF TALIAFERRO COUNTY STATE OF GEORGIA PATRICIA FORD Plaintiff, vs. MARIA DENISE THOMAS First Defendant, CARLTON WILCOX Second Defendant, RUSHEIK FRANCIS Third Defendant, QUONTAVIOUS BENNETT Fourth Defendant. NOTICE OF PUBLICATION TO: CARLTON WILCOX and QUONTAVIOUS BENNETT By Order for Service by Publication dated May 7, 2024. You are hereby notified that a Complaint for Change of Custody of the minor children: Carlton Thomas born in 2011 to Maria Denise Thomas and Ashtyn Thomas born in 2015 to Maria Denise Thomas, was filed by Patricia Ford on April 29, 2024. YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED AND REQUIRED TO FILE with the Clerk of Superior Court of Taliaferro County, Georgia, and to serve upon the Plaintiffs’ counsel, Cheryl L. Gracey, at 304 Black Street, Post Office Box 1150, Thomson, Georgia 30824 an answer to the Complaint for Custody, within sixty (60) days of the date of the Order for Service by Publication. WITNESS the Honorable Thomas B. Hammond, Superior Court Judge, Toombs Judicial Circuit This 17th day of May, 2024. Clerk of Superior Court Taliaferro County, Georgia 17may4c Multi Family Garage Sale: 6041 Union Point Hwy., Union Point, Sat., June 1, 9a - 2p, tools, household items, toys, antiques and more, rain or shine. 30may1c Salted Butter Pecan Shortbread Cookies 1 cup butter, softened 3/4 cup unsifted powdered sugar 1 cup chopped, toasted pecans 1 tsp vanilla 2 cups all purpose flour 1/4 tsp baking powder 1 cup Turbinado sugar 1 large egg, lightly beaten 42 pecan halves, optional Beat butter in stand mixer with a paddle attachment, on medium, until creamy, about 1 minute. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until mixture is smooth, about 1 minute. Stir in chopped pecans and vanilla. Whisk together flour and baking powder in a separate bowl. With mixer on low speed, gradually add flour to the butter mixture until well blended. Transfer dough to a workspace and shape into 2-7” logs. Wrap logs separately in clear plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or up to 2 days. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Place turbinado sugar in a shallow dish. Unwrap logs. Brush each log evenly on all sides with the beaten egg. Roll each log in turbinado sugar. Cut logs into 1/3” slices (you should have 42 cookies). Place 1” apart on prepared baking sheets. Top each cookie with one pecan, optional, pressing lightly to adhere. Bake in preheated oven until edges are golden, about 10-12 minutes. Let cookies cool on baking sheet 5 minutes before transferring to cooling rack. Jbmtforaf $12.84 - in county $16.05 - out of county Call 706-453-7988 Email news, announcements, public notices, letters to the editor, etc. to greensboronewspaper@gmail. com Taliaferro County Family Connection Coordinator JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Job Title: Coordinator/Executive Director Full-time, including evenings and weekends as needed Reports to Executive Board This is a grant funded position Position Description Summary: The Family Connection Coordinator position is responsible for ensuring that the vision, mission and values of the organization is communicated to the Board of Directors, the collaborative and the community at large. The Collaborative coordinator or executive director staff position carries with it certain responsibilities that will advance the work and preserve the integrity of the local Collaborative and the Georgia Family Connection statewide network. Under the direction of the Collaborative governing body, the coordinator or executive director, at a minimum: Essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: •serves as liaison between the Collaborative and the community and between the Collaborative and GaFCP, in conjunction with the Collaborative chair; •ensures, in conjunction with the Collaborative governing body, that all Collaborative and fiscal-agent policies and procedures are followed; •that the governing body and fiscal agent determine and approve the budget and any subsequent revisions for the fiscal allocation, and document those actions in meeting minutes; and that GaFCP’s and DHS’s contractual and reporting requirements are met in a timely manner; •coordinates the development and implementation of the Collaborative’s annual plan, as guided by the Collaborative governing body and supported by Collaborative partners; •regularly reports to the Collaborative governing body at meetings and via email on actions taken on behalf of the Collaborative, including, but not limited to, progress on annual plan development and implementation, coordination of activities with Collaborative partners, meetings attended, all GaFCP required reports prepared and submitted, new contacts, data updates, new fund sources, presentations given, and work with GaFCP and Family Connection peers; •supports the Collaborative’s meeting and communications needs; •and develops and expands professional capacity by actively working with GaFCP staff and its consultants, and by participating in training and peer opportunities GaFCP organizes and supports. Qualifications: •A bachelor’s degree in public administration, public health, behavioral sciences or related field preferred; or equivalent professional experience with community coalition building. •Beneficial to have knowledge and experience in field of prevention, understanding best practices and research-based programming. •Experience in human service delivery as it relates to youth, families, and community collaboration. •Proven written, oral communication, dynamic public speaking and social media skills. •Efficient in community team building and developing and maintaining partnerships. Personal Attributes Required: •Demonstrates commitment to serve the community with respect for cultural diversity. •Remains flexible and efficient within changing environment and emerging demands. •Demonstrates ethical, trustworthy, and professional behavior. •Self-motivated, mission-driven and results-oriented; able and willing to learn quickly. •Treats all people fairly, with dignity, respect and compassion. To apply for this position, email taliaferrofc@nu-z.net for an application. No calls please. The deadline for submitting the application is Friday, May 31,2024, or until the position is filled. 23may2c THE ADVOCATE DEMOCRAT, Crawfordville, GA, Friday, May 31, 2024 Greene County Ramp Closures... Concrete Work Began Friday, May 17 on I-20 Ramps at Exit 138 Mark Delafchell Loran Smith There are so many incongruities in life. Most of us want to live a long and happy life. Then there are those who become so depressed that they take their own lives. Life is filled with questions and paradoxes. You watch the news and observe the many instances of someone taking another’s life. It is hard to fathom how routinely murder takes place, especially in our big cities. Then there are accidents which snuff out someone’s life, leaving a void that brings about a hurt that will never subside. That was the way it was in the last fortnight when Mark Delafchell, a most valuable employee of the Georgia Athletic Association, lost his life in an accident in McDuffie County somewhere along Interstate 20. It was a ‘‘say it ain’t so,” moment. His fellow employees and associates remain in disbelief. Everybody who knew him had nothing but high marks PDQ ACCOUNTING SERVICES • Monthly Accounting Services • Certified Electronic Tax Filing • Quick Tax Returns • Payroll Services Donna Jones Adams 706-453-9995 103 N. East Street Greensboro, GA THE ADVOCATE DEMOCRAT Carey Wiliams. Editor and F'ubltsh&f THE ADVOCATE-DEWKRAT ttpiMfiTiff wmxn. 107 hi. 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WHEN/WHERE: Exit 138 Westbound on-ramp closure from SR 77 Thursday, May 30, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Exit 138 Eastbound off-ramp narrowed not closed to SR 77 Friday, May 31, through Sunday, June 2, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Exit 138 Eastbound off-ramp closure to SR 77 Friday, June 7, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Exit 138 Eastbound off-ramp closure to SR 77 Saturday, June 8, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Exit 138 Westbound on-ramp closure from SR 77 Detour route will be signed as follows: I-20 Exit 130 SR 44 US 278 SR 77 I-20 Exit 138 Advisory: Exact time may change due to weather conditions. Motorists are advised to expect delays, exercise caution, stay alert, and watch for workers. Before heading out, get real-time information on work status and traffic conditions. Call 511, visit 511ga.org, or download the Georgia 511 app. Greene County Christian Outreach Thrift Store announced their first annual Blowout Sale to be held on Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 9:00am - 1:00pm. All items are 50% off for this one time sale. The Thrift Store is located at 405 West Broad Street, Greensboro, GA, next to Holcomb’s Bar B Que Call 706 454-0250 for more information. for him for the way he did his job, for his relationship with those with whom he worked, for his selfless and helping-hand style which set him apart. The Senior Director of Facilities & Capital Projects was Mark’s title, but it never ended there. He was always fixing something for somebody—even on weekends and holidays—and never once said,‘‘I can’t.” Or,‘‘I won’t.” He was one you could call in the middle of the night and he would come post-haste to your need, whatever it was. He was the Good Samaritan. He would get your ox out of the ditch. He never protested that any request was not in his job description. He never complained about anything being too challenging or too insignificant for him to tackle. While he nevertook to the stump to call attention to himself or his views on anything, he was an un-retreating practitioner of the ‘‘Golden Rule.” He preached what he practiced. Eulogizers included Josh Brooks, Director of Athletics, a longtime friend, Matt Walter, his brother, Mike, and a former associate who became a minister, Jonathan Evans. Each had a resonating story to share with the mourners which included coaches, administrators, hourly wage earners, and loyal friends. The Reverend Evans, who, perhaps, knew Mark best, other than his brother, Mike, was visibly moved as he recalled his halcyon days with his departed friend. I have never heard a more heartfelt eulogy with more genuine feeling. The reverend was obviously shaken at the loss of his treasured friend. Somewhere in the Beatitudes, there should be something descriptive of Mark’s life that reminds that humble men are the greatest of men. Mark gloried in being a member of the Bulldog family. He had the keys to the kingdom in that he could spring free all the locks that protected Sanford Stadium. No UGA employee appreciated being a member of the Bulldog staff than Mark. ‘‘No man I have ever been associated with, took more pride in his work than Mark,” said Charley Whittemore, former Boathouse Marina Restaurant reopens for 2024 lake season Boaters and lake enthusiasts can once again enjoy the cold beverages, delicious food, live entertainment and this year the King of Pop popsicles being served up at The Boathouse Marina at Harbor Club for the 2024 lake season. Located on the Richland Creek side of Lake Oconee - known for the lake’s clearest waters - The Boathouse is a vibrant marina and lakefront amenity that features a rustic and inviting restaurant and banquet room. The restaurant is open to the public Friday to Sunday from 11am to 9pm, offering walk- up counter service where you can grab food and drink. The restaurant offers beer, wine, mixed drinks and virgin cocktails by the glass, plus packs of sodas and beer to take out. Featured dishes at The Boathouse include Smash Burgers, peel & eat shrimp, a fish Reuben sandwich, pulled pork nachos and key lime pie. There is seating indoor in the restaurant, or outdoor on picnic benches. You can even throw down a blanket and have a picnic on the lakefront Grand Lawn. Or just jump in your boat and get back on the lake. There is also the chance to place a take-out order between 11am and 8pm by calling 706-999- 9717. On many Saturdays The Boathouse will offer live entertainment, from acoustic guitar to some of the lake’s favorite bands. For boating and water sports lovers The Boathouse marina features a boat ramp, community dock and marine fuel pumps. The restaurant also sells life jackets, rope and other boating necessities. The marina’s dry boat storage buildings are available to both Harbor Club residents and those who live outside of the community. Ultimately, as many as 300 boat storage spaces may be available, making The Boathouse the largest marina on Lake Oconee. The marina operations are open year-round. For more information about The Boathouse at Harbor Club call 706-999-9717, or to book a private event at the restaurant call 706-453-7111. The marina address is 3991 Walker Church Rd. Greensboro, GA 30642. www.harborclub.com. Bulldog player and coach who became an administrator late in his career. ‘‘He was caring, he was loyal and never had an axe to grind with anyone.” Mark’s service was held in the University Chapel on North Campus. That is where men of letters have stood and pontificated with scholars and savants; governors and senators; poets, lecturers, and cerebral highbrows— sermonizing with insightful oratory. This was not that kind of service. This was about a salt- of-the earth man who truly loved his fellow man and would give you the shirt off his back without expecting anything in return. It was the service of a good and decent man who was giving and forgiving—one who only experienced a headline in death. He never scored a touchdown to win a big game, but his heart was as red and black as the UGA heroes of the days of yore. He represented the common man, the blue-collar fraternity and those who loved Georgia as much as anybody who walked through the Arch or the portals of Sanford Stadium. He couldn’t give his university a head turning gift. All he could give the University of Georgia was his heart. Deuteronomy 31:6 “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. ”
