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Page 2 —Wednesday, December 16, 2009, The Millen News FOL conducts membership drive A membership drive is cur- this by paying dues. They may, County. All checks should be made rently underway by Friends of also, if they choose, participate Membership dues are as fol- payable to Friends of the Li the Jenkins County Memorial in volunteer opportunities to lows: personal - $5; couple - brary and mailed to Friends of Library (FOL). raise funds for the library and $10; family - $15; lifetime (in- the Library, c/o Jenkins County The mission of FOL is to as- increase the community’s dividual) - $100; small busi- Memorial Library, 223 Daniel sist the library’s efforts in pro- awareness of the importance of ness - $25; large business - $50; Street, Millen, GA 30442. viding the best possible service the services the library pro- and non-profit organization or For additional information, to the community. Members do vides to the people of Jenkins club - $25. call (478) 982-4244. Restrictions eased on H1N1 flu vaccine By Deborah Bennett Millen News Editor Due to a decrease in the de mand for the HIN 1 flu vaccine among the priority groups, the vaccine is now available to the general public, those six months old and over, including the eld erly, public health officials an nounced last week. The vaccine had previously been restricted to those in the priority groups which included pregnant women, people six months to 24 years old, adults ages 25-64 with chronic health problems, caregivers of an in fant less than six months old and health care and emergency per sonnel. Tammy Burdeaux, district clinical nursing director, East Central Health District, said, “This is a great opportunity now for those who have wanted the H1N1 vaccine to get it. We will still focus our attention on the priority groups simply because they are the ones who have had the most hospitalizations and deaths. However, with the an nouncement of expanding the vaccine outside of the priority groups, we expect to see more people, especially the elderly, wanting to get the H1N1 flu shot.” The Jenkins County Health Department reports that it has a plentiful supply of the vaccine available. As of last week, Georgia had been allocated more than 2.5 million doses and has ordered more than 2.1 million. Nationally, spread of the H1N1 flu seems to be dropping. PROGRAM TECHNICIAN NEEDED The Jenkins County FSA Office will accept applications for Program Technician position through the close of business on December 24, 2009. This position for office assistance to help administer federal farm programs to producers in Jenkins County. The incumbent will work only when needed. This job will be a temporary position not to exceed April 30, 2010. Salary will depend on the experience of the person selected, but no less than $ 1 1.74 per hour. Vacancy announcements and applications may be picked up at the Jenkins County FSA office at 837 College Avenue, Millen, GA across from the fire department. Police Blotter The Millen Police Depart ment (MPD) reported the fol lowing incidents this week. Thursday, Nov. 26 • Marcellious Shonta Phillips of 187 Johnson Street was charged with failure to report an accident with dam age/injuries, driving with a suspended driver’s license- first offense and driving under the influence of alcohol-first offense. Monday, Nov. 30 • A MPD officer investigated an animal nuisance complaint, second offense. The Animal Control Officer was contacted and a ticket will be issued to the owner of the animal, who was not at home at the time of the incident. • Jimmy Randolph Willis of 3932 Rocky Ford Road, Sylvania, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol-second offense and failure to maintain lane (weav ing). Tuesday, Dec. 1 • MPD Officers investigated a criminal trespass complaint at an Acorn Avenue residence. Wednesday, Dec. 2 • Cleveland Steptoe of 3674 Fountain Springs Road was Community VBS holds Christmas dinner The Community Vacation Bible School group held their Christmas dinner Dec. 9 at the Jenkins County Senior Citizens Center. (Staff photo by Deborah Bennett) Relatives attend STC Relatives Freda Talton, left, and Debra Kay Talton prove that getting an education can be a family affair. Both are students are the Southeastern Technical College Jenkins County Center. (Staffphoto by Deborah Bennett) Hites attend USATF meeting Jim Hite and Joyce Hodges- Hite are shown with Marlene Atwood (GA USATF) and Meb Keflezighi, winner of this year’s New York City Mara thon, at the USATF annual meeting in Indianapolis Dec. 3-6. Though representing Georgia athletes over 40, the Hites occasionally socialize with Elite athletes, who tend to be younger. (Photo contrib uted) Jenkins County Family Enrichment Center, Inc. Parents As Teachers Parent Educator Jenkins County Family Enrichment Center, Inc. is seeking qualified person(s) to fill the position of Parents As Teachers Parent Educator. Qualified applicants must have positive experience working with parents and young children and a working knowledge of our community collaborative programs and services. Applicants must dem onstrate excellent customer service, written and oral communication skills, and have the ability to effectively inter act with all collaborative staff, partners, and families. This work requires the ability to manage multiple duties efficiently and simultaneously. Applicants must demonstrate flexibility and have a high degree of dependability and efficient use of Microsoft Office Suite. Jenkins County Family Enrichment Center is an equal opportunity employer. Qualifications for Position 1. High School Diploma or GED minimum - Some college preferred. 2. Georgia Certified Work Ready Certificate - Gold level minimum. 3. Two years related work - Work experience and volunteer experience preferred. 4. Willing to work nights and weekends for special activities. 5. Fluent verbal and written communication skills required. 6. Work thirty (30) hours per week with possible flex time as needed for special events and related activities. Regular working hours will be 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. Occasional Saturday and night work is required. A job description and employment application can be picked up at the JCFEC Resource Center, 527 Barney Avenue, Millen, GA 30442. For additional information call Becky Thomas at (478) 982 - 8004. A fully completed employ ment application and resume must be received by 5:00 PM, Monday, December 28, 2009. Please bring or mail the application to the JCFEC Resource Center at the address listed above. (This position is funded through grant funds. 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