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PAGE 10A PICKENS COUNTY PROGRESS THURSDAY. April 6. 2023
Angels on Horseback holds
annual Open Bam
Last Saturday Angels on
Horseback (AOH) held their
annual Open Barn. This
open house showcased their
wonderful facility right here
in Pickens County and the
programs they offer. It also
allowed everyone to meet the
incredible therapy horses.
Angels on Horseback pro
vides therapeutic equine as
sisted activities to individuals
with mental, physical, or
emotional disabilities. They
encourage growth through
the benefits of horse and
human relationships. In case
you missed it you can learn
all about Angels on Horse
back and their future events
at angelsonhorseback.org.
The next event is their
fantastic yearly fundraiser,
Casino Night. It will be held
at Chattahoochee Tech in
Jasper on May 6 from 7pm-
10 p.m. Tickets are $50 and
will get you a drink ticket and
$500 in playing money. Play
Blackjack, Craps, Roulette
and more. Enjoy hors d’oeu-
vres and win great prizes.
Tickets are available now
and can be purchased on the
website, angelsonhorse-
back.org, or by calling 706-
669-7272.
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Optimist Club Oratorical winners advance
Speaking on the theme of “Discovering the Optimism within Me. ” These students all
did well at the yearly Optimist oratorical competition, according to the judges. L to R: So
phie Morgan, Lily Paterson, Hannah Caudell, Sara Kate Smith.
Ten-year-old Sophie Morgan has advanced to the area
contest. She is shown with her dad Joe Morgan at rear and
grandparents Eddie and Sharon Flowers.
By Sue Appleton/PR Chair
Jasper Optimist
The Optimist Club of
Jasper held their club orator
ical contest on Saturday,
March 11th under the leader
ship of Project Leader, Dave
Slade.
Four contestants did an
outstanding job giving a 4-5
minute speech on “Discover
ing the Optimism within
Me.”
Our four contestants were
Sophie Morgan, Lily Pater
son, Hannah Caudill and
Sara Kate Smith.
These four club contest
ants will receive recognition
from our local club at a meet
ing in May to receive both
monetary awards and certifi
cates.
Our judges for the club
contest were Dan Bellinger,
Ted Sprague and Mark New
ton. Thank you!
Sophie and Hannah ad
vanced to the Zone Oratori
cal contest held Saturday,
March 25th in Canton at the
old Cherokee Courthouse.
Sophie Morgan who is
only 10 years old placed and
will be advancing to the Area
Contest on Saturday, April
8th at 10 a.m. in Canton at
the old Cherokee Court
house.
The next level of compe
tition will be at the District
level held in Cartersville on
April 22, 2023. There 3 win
ners will receive college
scholarships.
Congratulations to all!
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Navigating the time of year when simply stepping outside could send
you into a sneezing frenzy can be a daunting task, especially when
your symptoms could be lining up with those of multiple ailments such
as a cold or even COVID.
Don’t let pollen spores back you into a corner. Dr. Neetu Reddy,
Piedmont Mountainside, offers the tips below as a guide to staying on
top of your seasonal allergies:
Limit your time outside when pollen counts are high
It goes without saying that the easiest way to stifle allergy
flareups is to cut down on direct exposure to the source.
Ensure your indoor air is clean
While we can’t control the pollen levels, we can take measures
to manage the air levels of our indoor environments. After all,
it’s a lot easier for our bodies to recover from allergen exposure
when they aren’t also dealing with mold spores or excess dust
particles.
Use a saline solution regularly rinse your sinuses
In the moments where our allergies are particularly
unbearable, a saline rinse can make a significant difference.
Be sure to follow the instructions provided on your product to
ensure you don’t use too frequently.
Reduce the number of houseplants you keep
Unfortunately, another major source of sinus irritation is the
presence of our green roommates, which can also be
generating those pesky pollen spores.
Make an appointment with your doctor
The most effective way to manage your allergy symptoms
long-term is to determine your specific triggers and develop a
treatment plan. Work with your primary care physician to
create a plan that works best for you.
“If you’re suffering from allergies and need relief or wondering whether
or not it is a cold, a visit with your doctor can pinpoint what steps to
take next,” says Dr. Reddy.
While it can feel overwhelming to maneuver this time of year, there
are steps you can take to make your allergy flareups more
manageable. These efforts will add up and make a difference.
To find a physician in your area or to schedule an appointment online,
visit piedmont.org.
In Good Health,
Denise Ray, President & CEO
Piedmont Mountainside Hospital
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