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THURSDAY. OCTOBER 26. 2023 PICKENS COUNTY PROGRESS PAGE 9A
Unraveling The Mysteries Of Black Cats And Bats
By Jeanne Wells
Marketing Specialist &
Brand Ambassador
Animal Behavior College
Black cats and bats are not
just for Halloween. Today,
we delve into the secrets be
hind these fascinating crea
tures.
Black cats’ black coats
give them stronger immune
systems than those of cats
with different colors. There
are 22 recognized black cat
breeds. They have natural
camouflage for night hunt
ing.
The ancient Egyptians
worshiped them closely to
gods. Sometimes though,
black cats get a bad rap. Do
you get upset when a black
cat crosses your path - afraid
of bad luck? Do they bring
thoughts of being a witch's
companion?
Some think that this is due
to the superstitions surround
ing black cats and black dogs
as being portrayed as dark,
dangerous, and evil. In some
countries, if a black cat
crosses your path it is be
lieved to bring good luck.
They aren’t as spooky and
unlucky as folklore has made
them out to be. The only dark
thing about black cats and
black dogs is their fur color.
Black cats and black dogs
must wait up to four times
longer in shelters to find their
furever homes. So, please
help them out by adopting
one.
Did you know that you
can train a cat? Many cats'
owners struggle with behav
ior problems, and if not cor
rected these cats may end up
in shelters.
Why not get trained in cat
management? Think of the
impact that you will have by
receiving instruction in cat
management and training.
Cats can be trained with
commands and positive rein
forcement. Animal Behavior
College offers an online cat
training course that includes
a self-placed shelter volun
teer portion, pet first aid, and
a CPR certification.
Now Let .s' Dive Into
The Intriguing World
Of Bats!
Bats are vital to our
ecosystem. These speed
demons are the only flying
mammals with true flight.
Many can fly over 100
mph, which makes them one
of the fastest mammals in the
world.
They are unique creatures
that help to maintain the bal
ance of nature. These animals
are pollinators and pest con
trollers.
One bat is capable of eat
ing up to 1,200 mosquitoes in
an hour. Certain bats eat fruit
as well, which spreads seeds
to help grow new plants and
trees.
They are nocturnal
guardians of the night. Un
fortunately, bat populations
are in danger due to declining
numbers around the world.
Many are becoming endan
gered due to loss of habitat,
pollution, disease, and being
killed.
Many zoos have bat cave
exhibits, including here in
Georgia.
If you are a “Bat-Man” or
a “Bat-Woman” who loves
wild animals and their care,
become a zookeeper’s assis
tant. Georgia zoos can put
your studies, and your love of
animals, to use.
A lucrative career that
“Feeds Your Wild Side” is
waiting for you. Animal Be
havior College offers a top-
notch, online, Zookeeper
Assistant Program to put you
on the right path.
You may also want to fur
ther your animal care experi
ence and learn dog
obedience, service dog train-
Toys for Tots desperate for space
Do you want a child not to be gifted a toy this year for Christmas?
TOYS FOR TOTS
NEEDS YOUR
HELP!
If you are not aware, over
4,000 Pickens County chil
dren had Christmas toys
gifted to them in 2022.
The Pickens County Ma
rine Corps League North
Georgia Mountain Detach
ment 1280 hosts the annual
holiday Toys for Tots cam
paign. The detachment has
hosted this event for over 10
years. Through the gift of a
new toy or book, Marine
Toys for Tots programs bring
the joy of Christmas and send
a message of hope to Pickens
County's unfortunate chil
dren. Over 19,000 toys were
distributed throughout Pick
ens County last year. Besides
the Pickens County children,
the program has also helped
numerous non-profit organi
zations. The campaign has
MARINE CORPS RESERVE
supported Head Start, local
churches, foster homes, GA
State Patrol, Red Cross, and
other entities.
We are astounded by the
support provided by our sup
porters that helped us not
only accomplish the mission
but greatly exceed ALL ex
pectations.
However, this year, we are
at an impasse. We have been
unable to locate space to sup
port the campaign this year.
We need a building/space
minimum of 1,000 square
feet for two months, Novem
ber and December.
Unfortunately, we have
located empty spaces
throughout the county. How
ever, we are still waiting for
return calls. Please get in
touch with our coordinator,
Amy Brannon, at 706-502-
1028 if you know a build-
ing/SPACE that can be used
this year.
Why am I seeking a position on the council?
Has the present council got the roads fixed to
where the holes don't destroy a vehicle's
suspension or threaten the safety of pedestrians?
No. Have the parks and ponds been kept up to
their original beauty and safety? No. Are new
businesses being encouraged to settle in this
city? Not that I can tell. But oh yes, let us spend
thousands on paint of a different color for the
lampposts that do not need painting. Let's spend
gazillions on an amphitheater you cannot get to
and from for hours in a car. If you want to see
your money wasted time and again, do not vote
for me. If you want to stop all that, DO vote for
me!
Thank You,
Dorian Gibson
for Jasper City Council
Post 4
October 10 th registration deadline
The last day to register to vote for the General Municipal Election.
October 16 111 - 27™ ABSENTEE BALLOTS
Available by mail beginning October 16 th , 2023. An application is
required for all ballots. Applications are available in the Board of
Election's Office or online at WWW.MVP.SOS.GA.GOV. The last day
to apply for an absentee ballot is October 27 th , 2023. Absentee
ballots may be submitted by mail or placed in the drop box location
at 3100 Camp Road, Suite B, Jasper, GA.
0ctober16™ to Novembers 1111 early voting
Begins Monday, October 16 th , 2023 and ends on Friday, November
3 rd , 2023, from 8 am - 5 pm daily (Monday-Friday) at the Pickens
County Rec Center, 1329 Camp Road, Jasper, GA.
October21 sr &28 n SATURDAY VOTING
Saturday, October 21st & October 28th ONLY; 9 am- 5 pm at the
Pickens County Rec Center, 1329 Camp Road, Jasper, GA.
November 7 th election day polls open from 7 am-7 pm
City of Jasper Polling Precinct - 55 GG Lovell St., Suite C, Jasper, GA
City of Nelson Polling Precinct - 1985 Kennesaw Ave., Nelson, GA
SAMPLE BALLOTS
Available in the BOER Office
at 3100 Camp Road, Suite
B, Jasper GA. Also, sample
ballots and voter information
V atWWW.MVP.SOS.GA.GOV.
For questions or if you
require additional information,
please contact the
Pickens County Board of
Elections & Registration at
706-253-8781
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If any of the above corre
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Get Batty with Animal
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for discounts. It cannot be
combined with any other
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Kirk Raffield
jasper Mayor
Paid for by Friends of Kirk Raffield
JASPER WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM IS IN TROUBLE
. OUR CITY OF JASPER WATER SUPPLY IS IN TROUBLE WHEN THE
PUMP MOTOR AT THE RAW WATER INTAKE AT COVE CREEK IS
SERVICED BY A 150 HP WHEN A 200 HP IS REQUIRED.
. OUR CITY OF JASPER WATER SUPPLY IS IN TROUBLE WHEN THE SILT
HAS COVERED OUR INTAKE, AND THE FALL LEAVES GET SUCKED UP
IN THE PUMP AND BLOCK THE RAW WATER PIPE.
. OUR CITY OF JASPER WATER SUPPLY IS IN TROUBLE WHEN ONE OF
THE TWO WELLS INTO THE MINES IS NOT WORKING.
. OUR CITY OF JASPER WATER SUPPLY IS IN TROUBLE WHEN WE NO
LONGER HAVE A CERTIFIED WATER/WASTEWATER SUPERINTENDENT
IN CHARGE OF OPERATIONS.
. OUR CITY OF JASPER WATER SUPPLY IS IN TROUBLE WHEN YOU DO
NOT HAVE AN ELECTRICIAN ON STAFF.
. OUR CITY OF JASPER WATER SUPPLY IS IN TROUBLE WHEN OUR
TWO CITY MANAGERS DON'T KNOW THE FIRST THING ABOUT WHERE
OUR PUMP STATIONS ARE AND HAVE ONLY BEEN TO THE WATER
TREATMENT PLANT ONCE SINCE THEY HAVE BEEN ON THE JOB.
. OUR CITY OF JASPER WATER SUPPLY IS IN TROUBLE WHEN OUR CITY
MANAGERS NEVER LEAVE CITY HALL TO ASSESS THE MAJOR
PROBLEMS THEY HAVE NEGLECTED.
. OUR CITY OF JASPER WATER SUPPLY IS IN TROUBLE WHEN YOU HIRE
A CONTRACTOR TO OPERATE THE NIGHT SHIFT.
. OUR CITY OF JASPER WATER SUPPLY IS IN TROUBLE WHEN THERE
ARE NOT ENOUGH CERTIFIED WATER/WASTEWATER OPERATORS TO
OPERATE BOTH PLANTS TWENTY-FOUR SEVEN, THREE HUNDRED
SIXTY-FIVE DAYS A YEAR.
. OUR CITY OF JASPER WATER SUPPLY IS IN TROUBLE WHEN THEY
DON'T HAVE ENOUGH WATER MAINTENANCE PERSONELL ON STAFF
TO REPAIR BROKEN WATER LINES.
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ELECT
SHIRLEY
MITCHELL
JASPER CITY COUNCIL
PAID FOR BY CANDIDATE