The Martin News 9-24-2018

PO Box 5233 Sylvester, GA 31791

info@themartinnews.com

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(229) 272-4356 or (229) 776-6269

Worth Finance Company

111 North Isabella Street

Sylvester, Georgia 31791

229-776-3451

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Cindy’s Flower Shop

305 N Isabella St

Sylvester, GA. 31791

229-776-2787

Worth County High School

Homecoming

Saturday, October 6th

Order your flowers today!

Hand Corsages,

Boutonniere’s,

Hand Held Bouquet’s

and More

Walking to End Alzheimer’s

The Alzheimer’s Association® is inviting Albany and surrounding area residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by

participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The Walk will take place on Saturday, October

20, 2018 at Modern Gas in Albany, Georgia. Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's participants will complete

a two-mile walk and will learn about Alzheimer's disease, advocacy opportunities, clinical studies enrollment and support

programs and services from the Alzheimer’s Association. Walk participants also honor those affected by Alzheimer's dis-

ease with the poignant Promise Garden ceremony. “Every year, the Albany and surrounding communities come together

to build awareness and raise funds for people living with this disease”, added Dan Phillips, Development Director, Alz-

heimer’s Association, Georgia Chapter. “The Promise garden is very inspiring and is a great visual to show we all are in

different stories to tell, but we are all out here for the same reason which is to get to that first survivor of Alzheimer’s dis-

ease”. In addition to the two-mile walk, participants will enjoy a full day of activities for all ages. After the walk, the

event will have a “Rib Showdown” and music festival hosted by Modern Gas. More than 5 million Americans are living

with Alzheimer's disease, the sixth-leading cause of death in the U.S. and the only disease among the top 10 causes that

cannot be cured, prevented or even slowed. Additionally, more than 16 million family and friends provide care to people

with Alzheimer’s and other dementias in the U.S. In Georgia alone, there are more than 140,000 people living with the

disease and 527,000 caregivers. Register today. Sign up as a Team Captain, join a team or register to walk as an individ-

ual at alz.org/walk. The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness

and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Since 1989, the Alzheimer’s Association mobilized millions of

Americans in the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk®; now the Alzheimer’s Association is continuing to lead the

way with Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Together, we can end Alzheimer’s. The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading vol-

untary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease

through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of

dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. Visit alz.org or

call 800.272.3900.

A Yard Sale That You Can’t Afford To Miss!!

October 4th 4pm-7pm

October 5th Noon - 6pm

October 6th 8am-Noon

501 East Willingham

Contact: Lynn 272-4356

STORE CLEAN OUT!!!

New items, Barely Used Items

Christmas Décor, Home Décor

Clothes, Jewelry, Craft Supplies

Much, Much More

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Chamber News

Stop by Worth County's Yearly

Community Disaster Drill &

Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic on

Thursday, October 4, 2018, from

8:30 AM- 1:00 PM at the Worth

County Agricultural Pavilion.

Worth County Health Depart-

ment will be giving $30 Flu

Shots and Sylvester Animal

Hospital will be offering rabies

vaccinations for $11. The One

Blood Mobile will be on prem-

ises for a blood drive. Director

Gina Connell of the Worth

County Health Department

states that even if you don't want

to get the flu shot or give blood

please come and Drive-Thru be-

cause all the traffic helps. These

counts help Worth County to

evaluate how fast they could re-

act in a true Natural Disaster.

Hope to see you there.

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The French Market

105 N. Isabella Street Downtown Sylvester

229-821-3246

* Antiques * Furniture * Home Décor * Boutique * Estate Sales * Estate Buyouts* Estate Cleanouts

* Custom Painting and Builds

* 27,000 Square Feet of Shopping * New items arriving daily

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Attendance Matters

September is School Attendance Awareness Month. Consistent attendance is a vital part of getting a

good education. Following are a few attendance tips for parents: Attendance is a parent and student re-

sponsibility. It is important to let your child know that you think attending school daily is important.

Start good attendance habits as soon as your child starts school. Make sure your child attends school

regularly and arrives on time. Refrain from providing inappropriate excuses for your child to miss

school. Do not let them miss school for minor ailments. Enforce school rules. Speak positively about

the schools, staff and school policies .Make a contract with your child to reward good attendance – espe-

cially for attending school when they “just don’t feel good”. If your child does not want to go to school,

find out why and work with your school and child to address concerns. Let our child know he/she must

attend school. If you notice your child is avoiding a particular class or is having a difficult time in one

subject area, discuss this with your child and his/her teacher. Offer extra support at home. This will pre-

vent your child from developing a behavior of avoidance in school when things become difficult. Con-

tact your child’s school for help if it is needed to support your child or family. It is also important to

keep the lines of communication open with your child’s teacher and principal. If possible, let the school

know in advance if your child is going to be absent. Report all absences on the day the student will miss

school by calling the school office. Provide doctor’s notes to the attendance clerk when medical verifi-

cation is available for student’s absences. A teamwork approach to school attendance will help ensure

your child has a successful, productive school year.

Monthly

Specials

Units

Available

101 Thompson Street

Sylvester, Georgia 31791

229-776-3335

storallsylvester101@gmail.com

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Got Mold?

September is Mold Awareness Month. Ever wonder exactly what molds are and what causes them? Molds are fungi that can be found both in-

doors and outdoors. No one knows how many species of fungi exist but estimates range from tens of thousands to three hundred thousand or more.

Molds grow best in warm, damp, and humid conditions. They spread and reproduce by making spores. Mold spores can survive harsh environ-

mental conditions, such as dry conditions, that do not support normal mold growth. Some common types of indoor molds include Cladosporium,

Penicillium, Alternaria, and Aspergillus. Some people are sensitive to molds. For these people, exposure to molds can cause symptoms such as

nasal stuffiness, eye irritation, wheezing, or skin irritation. Some people may even have more severe reactions. Severe reactions may occur among

workers exposed to large amounts of molds in occupational settings, such as farmers working around moldy hay. Severe reactions may include

fever and shortness of breath. Some people with chronic lung illnesses, such as obstructive lung disease, may develop mold infections in their

lungs. In 2004 the Institute of Medicine (IOM) found there was sufficient evidence to link indoor exposure to mold with upper respiratory tract

symptoms, cough, and wheeze in otherwise healthy people; with asthma symptoms in people with asthma; and with hypersensitivity pneumonitis

in individuals susceptible to that immune-mediated condition. The IOM also found limited or suggestive evidence linking indoor mold exposure

and respiratory illness in otherwise healthy children. Other recent studies have suggested a potential link of early mold exposure to development

of asthma in some children, particularly among children who may be genetically susceptible to asthma development, and that selected interven-

tions that improve housing conditions can reduce morbidity from asthma and respiratory allergies, but more research is needed in this regard.

Molds are found in virtually every environment and can be detected, indoors and outdoors, year round. Mold growth is encouraged by warm and

humid conditions. Outdoors they can be found in shady, damp areas or places where leaves or other vegetation is decomposing. Indoors they can

be found where humidity levels are high, such as basements or showers. Areas with high mold exposures include antique shops, greenhouses,

saunas, farms, mills, construction areas, flower shops, and summer cottages. Sensitive individuals should avoid areas that are likely to have mold,

such as compost piles, cut grass, and wooded areas. Inside homes, mold growth can be slowed by controlling humidity levels and ventilating

showers and cooking areas. If there is mold growth in your home, you should clean up the mold and fix the water problem. Mold growth can be

removed from hard surfaces with commercial products, soap and water, or a bleach solution of no more than 1 cup of bleach in 1 gallon of water.

If you choose to use bleach to clean up mold: Never mix bleach with ammonia or other household cleaners. Mixing bleach with ammonia or other

cleaning products will produce dangerous, toxic fumes. Open windows and doors to provide fresh air. Wear non-porous gloves and protective

eye wear. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using bleach or any other cleaning product. Be sure the home has adequate venti-

lation, including exhaust fans. Clean bathrooms with mold killing products. Do not carpet bathrooms and basements. Remove or replace previ-

ously soaked carpets and upholstery. For more information on mold, visit www.cdc.gov.

Wine doWn Wednesday’s

Gin Creek Vineyards & Winery

5pm—8pm

Enjoy time with your friends over a

glass of wine! Gin Creek is now

offering Brick Wood Fired Pizza.

You can make your own pizza with

their pizza bar and it will cook in 60

seconds! You will then be able to enjoy

wine, friends and pizza under the Oak

Tree. Look for Gin Creek Wine in

your local stores!

251 Demott Road

Hartsfield, GA 31756

www.gincreek.com

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Words from Lynn

Hello and Happy Monday! I hope everyone had a great weekend. I sure did. It was spent busy the first half and sick the second half

but none the less, I was blessed! All day Friday I ran errands and was helping to get things together for the annual Bark in the Park.

Bark in the Park was held at Jeffords Park and is the annual fundraiser for the Best Friends Humane Society. There is much work

that goes into making the event fun and successful and I do believe it was all the time. It takes tons of volunteers and endless hours

of working and sweating to pull it off but it is all worth it for our fur babies! We thank everyone who volunteered, donated, came out

and participated! Thank you so much and we hope to see you next year.

With great things, comes business too. The Martin News wants to let all their readers know that with special election season kicking

off for Sheriff which will be voted on in March 2019, you will see advertisement in The Martin News. All these ads are paid for by

the candidates and are not endorsed by The Martin News. We do not endorse a particular candidate for any office. With that being

said, The Martin News does encourage all those eligible to vote, to please do so. Your opinion does matter!

Please remember if there is anything that you would like to see, please feel free to email us at info@themartinnews.com and we will

do our best to make it happen. I want to remind everyone to please stay tuned to the Dates to Remember in The Martin News so we

can keep you up to date on all the great things happening in our community. We would love to see you all at the many events that

happen in our great town. We appreciate you all! I hope you all have a great week and as always, thank you so much for your sup-

port of the Martin News.

~ Lynn Meeks Manley ~

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Give the Gift of Life

Since the first volunteer blood donor service opened in 1921, there has been a constant need for donors. The reasons for

this are that there is no substitute for human blood and blood products cannot be stored indefinitely. Red blood cells must

be used within 35-42 days of collection for the safety of the recipient. Because blood may be needed at any time, it must

be collected regularly. No one expects to need blood. However, if it is not available when the need arises, the conse-

quences can be fatal. Sadly, only five percent of eligible donors actually donate. That is why regular donors—those who

commit to giving blood once a season—are so important in ensuring blood is available year-round. Blood and blood

products are used for patients of all ages for many reasons—from cancer patients or surgical patients, to those with battle-

field injuries. Each unit is critical when you consider that 40 or more units of blood may be needed for a single trauma

victim and that a single pint of blood can sustain a premature infant’s life for two weeks. A visit for blood donation will

only take about 45 minutes of your time. You will be asked yes-or-no questions regarding your medical history. You will

also have your blood pressure, temperature, and hemoglobin level checked to determine your eligibility to donate. Blood

donors should:

Be in generally good health

Weigh at least 110 pounds

Be at least 17 years of age (16 years old with written parental consent)

Have eaten a solid meal

Be well hydrated

You may not be accepted to donate blood if you:

Are suffering from cold symptoms such as sore throat, cough, or fever

Are pregnant (or it has been less than six weeks since your delivery)

Have had a blood transfusion within the last year

Have an active infection or cold sore

Have had a heart attack or heart surgery within the past year

Have had malaria in the past three years or have lived in a malarial region within the past 5 consecutive years

Have visited a malarial region within the past year

Have had hepatitis at any time after the age of 11

Your blood will be tested for transfusion transmissible diseases.

A blood drive will be held at Margaret Jones Library in Sylvester on September 27, 2018. The drive will be sponsored by

The American Legion Post 335 and The Daughters of The American Revolution. We hope to see you all there. Giving

just a little bit of your time and your blood can save a life!

Business Donates 3-D Printer to Schools

Tift County Schools' Chief

Technology and Information

Officer Jonathan Judy, pictured

at left, was recently awarded a

3-D printer by Carlos and

Lashawne Graham, owners of

Tifton's The Thrift Shop. The Grahams de-

cided to donate multiple devices to educators

in the area. "We have already deployed the 3

-D printer at one of our K-5th STEM Labs,

and it will rotate through the district to be

used by as many students as possible," said

Judy. "We thank the Grahams and The Thrift

Shop for their support of Tift County

Schools."

Source: Tifton Grapevine

Available is a 4,000 sq ft gym that includes free weights, cardio equipment, & hydraulic machines Offered is Yoga & Fitness classes Monday - Thursday

You can have 24 access available with purchase of key

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Slow Down and Eat Breakfast

Our children keep us so busy these days. We tend to forget some of the most important things and one of them can be

breakfast. Who hits the alarm clock a few times in the morning? We are just about all guilty for that. We get up running

and trying to get out the door for school and work that we sometimes just say we are not hungry and keep running. Truth

is we all need breakfast. The kids and the parents do. Breakfast has benefits. Breakfast equals better behavior. Children

who skip breakfast are more tired, irritable, or restless by late morning. These symptoms lead to aggressive behavior that

causes children to get in trouble in school. Children who regularly eat a morning meal have more energy, are less likely to

exhibit aggressive behavior, and have a better attitude toward school. Breakfast leads to higher test scores. Eating break-

fast leads to better class attendance. Children who eat breakfast are absent from school fewer days. They also spend less

time in the nurse's office complaining of stomach pains. Ironic as it may be, children who claim they don't eat breakfast

due to a lack of time in the morning are tardy more often than those who take time for a morning meal. We all get more

nutritious intake by eating breakfast. Breakfast eaters generally meet vitamin and mineral requirements for prevention of

deficiencies. They consume more fiber, vitamin C, calcium and folic acid. Unfortunately, children who miss breakfast do

not make up for lost nutrients later in the day. Eating breakfast helps weight control in all of us. Eating breakfast helps to

establish a normal eating pattern. Eating regular meals and snacks is a key to maintaining a healthy weight throughout

life. Increasing childhood obesity is in part attributed to the disappearance of normal eating patterns in many of today's

households. Now I know some of you are asking” Why do some children still resist breakfast?” Given the abundance of

compelling information on the benefits of breakfast consumption, why does one out of eight school children start the day

without eating breakfast? Some are not encouraged to do so by their parents, while others make arguments for avoiding

breakfast. Some common arguments are lack of time, absence of hunger, and distaste for breakfast foods. No matter what

the barrier, parents can and should find a way around them. One way is creating healthy habits in your children. Here are

some tips for parents on incorporating breakfast into their children's before-school routines: Prepare for school the night

before by preparing the next day's clothes, lunch and backpack. Set the alarm for 15 minutes earlier to allow more time

for breakfast. Say no to TV, video games and computers in the morning. That may be hard but we can do it! Choose

foods that require little preparation such as fresh and canned fruits, milk, yogurt, cheese, cottage cheese, hard-boiled eggs,

whole grain cereals or instant oatmeal. Eat on the run with celery stuffed with peanut butter or cream cheese, dried fruits,

string cheese, juice boxes, milk cartons, or breakfast bars. For those with little hunger in the morning, offer juice, milk or

a fruit smoothie made with skim milk and fruit. For those who dislike breakfast foods, offer something non-traditional

like cold pizza or leftover chicken. Set a good example to your children: eat breakfast yourself! Children imitate the be-

havior of adults, so if they don't see their parents eating breakfast, they are likely to resist themselves. Children are not

only more likely to eat breakfast themselves if they see their parents eating breakfast each morning, they are also more

likely to develop healthier eating habits overall. Parents can encourage their children to eat breakfast by having them help

plan the week's breakfast menu and making breakfast food readily available by storing them in low cabinets and having

fresh fruit on the counter. With breakfast and lunch being free at our schools, we should encourage our children to eat

there. Not only is there no charge, but it is healthy too! Source: kidshealth.org

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“Come Take A Little Of Our Heart Into Your Home”

Hours: Monday through Saturday 10am-2pm

Located at 104 North Main Street

Sylvester, Georgia 31791

(229) 821-3258

Payments accepted:

Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover,

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Farm House Furnishings

Gifts

Home Goods

Trigger Finger: Causes and Treatment

Trigger finger is a painful condition

that causes the fingers or thumb to

catch or lock when bent. In the thumb

it is called trigger thumb. Trigger fin-

ger occurs when tendons in the finger

or thumb become inflamed. Tendons

are tough bands of tissue that connect

muscles and bones. Together, the ten-

dons and muscles in the hands bend

and straighten the fingers and thumbs.

A tendon usually glides easily through

the tissue that covers it (called a

sheath) because of a lubricating mem-

brane surrounding the joint called the

synovium. Sometimes a tendon may

become inflamed and swollen. When

this happens, bending the finger or

thumb can pull the inflamed tendon

through a narrowed tendon sheath,

making it snap or pop. Trigger finger

can be caused by a repeated movement

or forceful use of the finger or thumb.

Rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and diabe-

tes also can cause trigger finger. Treat-

ment options include rest, splinting,

anti inflammatory medications, and

surgery.

Join Us Downtown On October 4th

The Worth County Ram Touchdown

Club is excited to announce there will

be a Homecoming Parade Downtown

on Thursday, October 4th at 6:30pm.

Come out and support your Rams.

There will be a Pep Rally immediately

following the parade at the City Hall

parking lot. This is a great opportunity

to support the football team and other

school members along with community

businesses and members. We look for-

warded to seeing you all and GO

RAMS!

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Keeping Cholesterol Under Control

Children, young adults and older Americans can have high cholesterol. Learn how to prevent high cholesterol and know what your cholesterol

levels mean. September is National Cholesterol Education Month, a good time to get your blood cholesterol checked and take steps to lower it if

it is high. National Cholesterol Education Month is also a good time to learn about lipid profiles and about food and lifestyle choices that help you

reach personal cholesterol goals. Below you will find some information about cholesterol and a summary of CDC programs that address choles-

terol across the country. You will also find a few fact sheets and publications about cholesterol, as well as links to useful consumer and health care

provider information on our partner Web sites. More than 102 million American Adults (20 years or older) have total cholesterol levels at or

above 200 mg/dL, which is above healthy levels. More than 35 million of these people have levels of 240 mg/dL or higher, which puts them at

high risk for heart disease. Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in your body and many foods. Your body needs cholesterol to function

normally and makes all that you need. Too much cholesterol can build up in your arteries. After a while, these deposits narrow your arteries, put-

ting you at risk for heart disease and stroke. High cholesterol usually doesn't have any symptoms. As a result, many people do not know that their

cholesterol levels are too high. However, doctors can do a simple blood test to check your cholesterol. High cholesterol can be controlled through

lifestyle changes or if it is not enough, through medications. It's important to check your cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is a major risk factor

for heart disease which is the leading cause of death in the United States. Preventive guidelines for cholesterol screening among young adults

differ, but experts agree on the need to screen young adults who have other risk factors for coronary heart disease: obesity, smoking, high blood

pressure, diabetes, and family history. Less than half of young adults who have these risk factors don't get cholesterol screening even though up to

a quarter of them have elevated cholesterol. A simple blood test called a lipoprotein profile can measure your total cholesterol levels, including

LDL (low-density lipoprotein, or "bad" cholesterol), HDL (high-density lipoprotein, or "good" cholesterol), and triglycerides. High cholesterol

can develop in early childhood and adolescence, and your risk increases as your weight increases. In the United States, more than one-fifth (20%)

of youth aged 12–19 years have at least one abnormal lipid level. It is important for children over 2 years of age to have their cholesterol checked,

if they are overweight/obese, have a family history of high cholesterol, a family history of heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, or certain

chronic condition (chronic kidney disease, chronic inflammatory diseases, congenital heart disease, and childhood cancer survivorship. Your doc-

tor may prescribe medications to treat your high cholesterol. In addition, you can lower your cholesterol levels through lifestyle changes: Low-fat

and high-fiber food (Eat more fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, and whole grains). For adults, getting at least 2 hours and 30 minutes of moderate or 1

hour and 15 minutes of vigorous physical activity a week. For those aged 6-17, getting 1 hour or more of physical activity each day. Maintain a

healthy weight always needs to be on the top of our list and don't smoke or quit if you do. A few simple things will keep us all healthy!

Source: Centers for Disease Control

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Gone Fishin’

Crickets, Glow Worms, Big Reds, Pond

Night Crawlers, Blue Wigglers, Red Meal Worms

Minnows, Shiners, Rooster Livers

Remember Me

September is World Alzheimer's Month. This month marks the fourth global World Alzheimer’s

Month™, an international campaign to raise awareness and challenge stigma. Having had a grand-

mother who was taken hostage by this disease, I know all too well the utter heartbreak that comes from

having someone that has been a loving part of your life for so many years, no longer know you. Demen-

tia is a term used to describe different brain disorders that affect memory, thinking, behavior and emo-

tion. Early symptoms of dementia can include memory loss, difficultly performing familiar tasks, prob-

lems with language and changes in personality. While there is currently no cure for dementia, there are

support options offered for people with dementia and their care givers. Dementia knows no social, eco-

nomic, or ethnic boundaries and affects both men and women. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common

cause of dementia. There are currently estimated to be over 46 million people worldwide living with de-

mentia. The number of people affected is set to rise to over 131 million by 2050. There is one new case

of dementia worldwide every three seconds. The worldwide costs of dementia are estimated at US$818

billion. As a result, if dementia care were a country, it would be the world’s 18th largest economy. If it

were a company, it would be the world’s largest by annual revenue exceeding Apple (US $742 billion)

and Google (US $368 billion).Dementia is often hidden or ignored at a time when the person living with

dementia and their family care givers are most in need of support within their families, friendship groups

and communities. The social stigma is the consequence of a lack of knowledge about dementia and it

can have numerous long- and short-term effects, including dehumanization of the person with dementia,

strain within families and friendships, a lack of sufficient care for people with dementia and their care

givers, a lower rate of diagnosis of dementia, and delayed diagnosis and support. To find out more and

play your part in reducing the stigma and improving the lives of people with dementia and their care giv-

ers in your community, visit www.worldalzmonth.org.

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Butterbeans and Peas

Butterbeans, Butter peas, Speckled Butterbeans, Pink Eye Peas, Cream Peas, Lady Finger Peas, White Acre Peas, Crowder Peas, Black

Eye Peas, Zipper Peas, Elite Peas, Sadandy Peas

Fresh Produce

Sweet Corn, Blackberries, Blueberries, Green and Red Tomatoes, Potatoes, Cabbage, Peppers, Onions, Cucumbers, Squash, Peaches,

Watermelon, Cantaloupes

Deli Open (Ashburn Location) 11:00 - 2:00 Monday - Saturday

Homemade sandwiches, Soups, Salads and More

Homemade Peach and Strawberry Ice Cream

Strawberry Lemonade and Slushies

Jam, Jellies, Spreads, Relish, Simply Southern Shirts, Toys, Kid books and Gifts

www.calhounproduce.com

calhounproduce1887@gmail.com

Monday-Friday 9:00-6:00

Saturdays 9:00-5:00

Main Location: Ashburn

5075 Hawpond Road

Ashburn, GA 31714

Phone: 229-273-1887

Market Location: Cordele

June and July only

1901 Hwy 41 North

Cordele, GA 31010

Phone: 229-273-1892

Classic Jazz at “First Tuesday”

Classic jazz tunes featuring the trumpet of Dr. Thomas Heflin will highlight

the First Tuesday Concert on Oct. 2 at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural Col-

lege. Back for its 17th season, the First Tuesday Concert Series features re-

gional professional artists in five concerts on selected first Tuesdays of the

month in the Chapel of All Faiths on the ABAC campus. All the concerts be-

gin at 7 p.m. There is no admission cost." Heflin, a former ABAC jazz stud-

ies professor, will perform with his band members from Atlanta: Mason Mar-

gut will be on piano, Tommy Sauter on bass, Dave Potter on drums, and Hef-

lin on trumpet. Their repertoire includes original arrangements of classic and

contemporary jazz tunes. Other performances in the First Tuesday series in-

clude "Music Teachers Rock," Nov. 6; "Reed Eloquence," Feb. 5; "A Clari-

netist, a Pianist, and a Singer," March 5; and "A Broadway Kind of Mood," April 2. "A Christmas to

Treasure" will be a special First Tuesday Concert on Dec. 4 at the Tift Theatre for the Performing Arts in

downtown Tifton.

Source: Tifton Grapevine

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State Farm

Providing Insurance and Financial Services

Stuart Pate, Agent

PO Box 189

Sylvester, GA 31791-0189

Phone (229) 776-6906 Fax (229) 776-0149

www.stuartpate.com

Thank you for your loyalty. We appreciate you.

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Banks Funeral Home

Since 1945

208 N. Main Street

P.O. Box 550

Sylvester, GA 31791-0550

Phone: 229-776-2055

Hours: 8-5 Monday thru Friday; Available 24/7

banksfh@yahoo.com www.banksfh.com

Billy Anglon Jeff Horne

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Keeping Your Baby Safe

September is National Baby Safety Month.

Since babies spend most of their time

sleeping, it is important to focus on a safe

sleep environment. Safe sleep practices are

key in reducing the risk of SIDS (Sudden

Infant Death Syndrome). ALWAYS put

your baby on his or her back to sleep; every

nap and every night. Use a firm sleep mat-

tress with a fitted sheet. Baby should sleep

alone. Remove all soft objects from the

crib, including bumper pads, blankets, pil-

lows, & stuffed toys. If you feel the need to

use a bumper pad, use the mesh

“breathable” kind. Baby should wear a

onesie, sleeper, or sleep sack for warmth

rather than being wrapped or covered with

blankets. Do not allow smoking in your

home or around your baby. Do not allow

your baby to overheat. Room temperature

should be between 68-72 degrees F. Avoid

the use of positioners & other products that

claim to reduce the risk of SIDS. Check on

your baby frequently. Consider the use of a

pacifier during sleep. If breastfeeding, wait

approximately one month for breastfeeding

to be well-established prior to introducing a

pacifier. Check your crib and other prod-

ucts to make sure they meet federal safety

standards.

Fall Is In The Air

I say this all the time but I LOVE this time

of year! I love the fall smells and fall fes-

tivities. I really love the fall colors and

decorations. What all do you have planned

for the next several weeks? There will be

so many things going on in Sylvester and

surrounding towns. I am sure hoping it

starts cooling down a good bit to feel more

like fall. Be sure to stay tuned to the Face-

book page and to our calendar so that you

won’t miss an event!

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~ Dates to Remember ~

September

26th ~ Blood Drive at Unity Baptist Church 1pm-6pm

26th ~ Kiwanis Meeting

27th ~ American Red Cross Blood Drive at Margaret Jones Public Library

28th ~ No school for Worth County Schools - Fall Break

28th ~ Intervention Day at WCMS

28th ~ Rams Away Against Fitzgerald

29th ~ Sylvester Farmer’s Market

29th ~ Drive One 4ur Community

October

1st ~ Town of Sumner Council Meeting

1st ~ No school for Worth County Schools - Fall Break

2nd ~ Georgia Pre-K Week

3rd ~ Georgia Pre-K Week

3rd ~ Kiwanis Meeting

4th ~ Georgia Pre-K Week

4th ~ Worth County Ram Homecoming Parade & Pep Rally Downtown 6:30PM

5th ~ Georgia Pre-K Week

5th ~ Worth County Ram Homecoming Football Game

5th ~ Worth County Homecoming Parade at Worth Schools

5th ~ No school for GCA schools - Fall Break

6th ~Sylvester Farmer’s Market

6th ~ Worth County High School Homecoming Dance

8th ~ No school for GCA schools - Fall Break

10th ~ Kiwanis Meeting

13th ~ 100 Mile Peanut Pickin’ Yardsale

15th ~ City of Sylvester Council Meeting

16th ~ City of Warwick Council Meeting

17th ~ Kiwanis Meeting

20th ~ Peanut Festival 5K

20th ~ Peanut Festival

23rd ~ Sylvester - Worth County Family Connections Meeting

23rd ~ City of Poulan Council Meeting

24th ~ Kiwanis Meeting

25th ~ Peter Pan Peanut Butter Pets and Pals Parade Downtown

27th ~ Sylvester Farmer’s Market

Do you have an event that needs announced? Please email your questions or event listings to

info@themartinnews.com and we will get them listed on the calendar.

Thank you for your support to The Martin News.

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GA Graduation Rate Highest Recorded: Tift County High’s Rat Above State Average

Georgia's high school graduation rate increased again in 2018, rising to 81.6 percent from 80.6 percent in 2017, according

to data released Wednesday by the Ga. Department of Education. Tift County High School's graduation rate was listed at

85.3 percent -- above the statewide average. The Georgia graduation rate is the highest recorded since the state began using

the calculation now required by federal law. Seventy-four Georgia school districts recorded 2018 graduation rates at or

above 90 percent, including Turner County High at 93.8 percent and Irwin County High at 92 percent. "Georgia's gradua-

tion rate continues to rise because our public-school students have access to more opportunities than ever before," said state

School Superintendent Richard Woods. "From Career, Technical and Agricultural Education to dual enrollment to the fine

arts, there is an unprecedented emphasis on supporting the whole child and making sure every single student understands

the relevance of what they're learning." Georgia calculates a four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate as required by fed-

eral law. This rate is the number of students who graduate in four years with a regular high school diploma divided by

the number of students who form the adjusted cohort for the graduating class. From the beginning of ninth grade, students

who are entering that grade for the first time form a cohort that is subsequently "adjusted" by adding any students who

transfer into the cohort during the next three years, and subtracting any students who transfer out. While all states use the

same calculation, each state sets its own requirements for students to earn a regular high school diploma. Georgia has some

of the highest requirements in the nation for students to graduate with a regular diploma. Other area graduation rates in-

clude: Worth County High, 79.8 percent; Cook High, 89.9 percent; Berrien County High, 84.5 percent; and Fitzgerald High,

79.8 percent.

Source: Tifton Grapevine

Worth County Primary School

September 21, 2018

WCPS Students enjoyed the Ken Scott Magic

Show that was held at school for them.

The show promoted books and reading.

Source:

WCSD Facebook Page

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