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Human Resources will award a $50 gift card (Merry Christmas) to the employee who submits ALL of the correct answers to the following (12) trivia questions plus the tie breaker question. In the event of a tie after the tie breaker has been applied, the winning name will be drawn from a hat. The deadline for submission is December 4th at 5pm. Submissions can be emailed to Shenna Adamson or faxed to 770-531-7137. ALL entries must include your name and phone number to be eligible to win.
1. What is the name of the rabbit in the magic hat in Frosty the Snowman?
2. In the Christmas Classic, It's A Wonderful Life, what happened every time a bell rang?
3. Actor Peter Billingsley played characters in which two prominent Christmas movies?
4. What store does the movie Miracle on 34th Street center around?
5. What was the name of George Bailey's Guardian Angel in It's a Wonderful Life?
6. In The Dick Van Dyke Show Christmas episode, what woodwind instrument did Laura play?
7. In A Charlie Brown Christmas, what does Lucy want for Christmas?
8. Babe, the pig, sings what Christmas song in the movie "Babe" ?
9. In "A Christmas Memory" Buddy made tin foil angels from what candy bar?
10. What came first -- the book or the movie Miracle on 34th Street?
11. In Home Alone2, what color limo did Kevin rent?
12. In Santa Claus the Movie, Joe drank what and burped?
Tie breaker:
In the movie, A Christmas Story, throughout the course of the movie, how many times does Ralphie says he wants the Red Ryder BB Gun?
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Promotions
Sheriff's Office
First, Sheriff Gerald Couch announced that Deputy Ronald Roush had been promoted to an Investigator (on 11/7/13). Investigator Roush has been with the Hall County Sheriff's Office since December of 2003. He began as a Jailer, was promoted to Sergeant in April of 2006 and has worked in our Uniform Patrol Division since 2007.
Prior to serving the citizens of Hall County, Investigator Roush had also served as a Chief Petty Officer (R) in the United States Navy! We invite you to join us in congratulating Investigator Roush, and saying a quick "Thank you" for his service...
Almost a week later (11/13/13), Sheriff Couch made the announcement of three other inner-office appointments to Community Service Officer, Public Information Officer and School Resource Officer (of Chestatee Middle School).
Deputy Nicole Bailes made the move to Community Service Officer. Investigator Mark Mitchell became the Public Information Officer (Sergeant) and Deputy Stephanie Bennett took on the role of School Resource Officer as of their promotional appointment ceremony.
Sergeant Mark Mitchell began working with the Hall County Sheriff's Office in February of 2008. He began in our Uniform Patrol Division, worked his way through Court Services (2009) and slid over to the Criminal Investigative Division (in 2011). Sergeant Mitchell now becomes the Public Information Officer for Sheriff Gerald Couch, moving into a role made vacant by the promotion of Stephen Wilbanks to 1st Lieutenant in Uniform Patrol.
Deputy Nicole Bailes had previously worked for Gainesville Police Department, and transferred from the local Probation office to the Hall County Sheriff's Office in February of 2013. From 2004-2006, Nicole had been a Jailer with the Hall County Sheriff's Office. Deputy Bailes graduated from the Police Academy in 2006, and transitioned into the Warrants Unit before moving over to the Gainesville Police Department. Very glad to have Nicole back, as a Community Service Officer!
Deputy Stephanie Bennett has been with the Hall County Sheriff's Office since February of 2006. She began as a Jailer and, later, graduated from the Police Academy in April of 2009. Deputy Bennett had most recently worked in our Uniform Patrol Division, before becoming a School Resource Officer.
We are very excited to have these professionals in their new positions at the Sheriff's Office! Looking forward to a bright future for all of Hall County through their dedicated service...
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Basic Corrections Officer Training Graduates
On November 7, 2013 Officers Danny Couch (of the Landfill) and Allen Pittman (of Resource Recover/Recycling) graduated BCOT training and are now certified correctional officers. Basic Correctional Officer Training is a strenuous 6 week training course during which an individual learns how to conduct oneself around inmates. It is a great accomplishment and we are proud of both Officer Couch and Officer Pittman for their successful completion of this training.
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Correctional Institution celebrates 50 years at the Barber Road facility.
On November 8th, Hall Co. C.I. held a cookout and brought back several of the prior wardens in recognition of their 50 anniversary in their current facility. The cookout was attended by staff and their families. Also in attendance were former wardens Reggie Forrester, Don Nix, and Doug Derrer.
Staff were presented with embroidered 50 anniversary shirts to mark the occasion.
Warden Walt Davis noted that the current facility is old by current prison standards but, it continues to serve the county needs for inmate work details. The facility is merely a tool, albeit an important one, what's important are the people who work there. The facility runs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The staff answers the call to duty to be there each and every day to effectively manage the operations of the prison. Many employees have built lasting relationships over the years that have lasted long after employment. We are proud of the job we do for the county. In 2012, the C.I. contributed over $ 2.5 million in free labor to the county through inmate work details. That is a valuable resource for maintaining roadways, parks, and county facilities. We look forward to continuing in our role for many years to come.
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Internet Tips
- Press the Space Bar to scroll down the site, press Shift and Space Bar to navigate up.
- Press CTRL and + to increase the font on a website, press CTRL and - to decrease.
- Press Tab to progress through a web form, press SHIFT and Tab to go in reverse order.
- At a drop down menu, if you know the options (for example, selecting a state) select the drop down and then type G for Georgia (GA)
Your first call should be the Hall County Help Desk at 770-531-6704. The Help Desk is available for any County computer work-related issue Monday-Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.
If your need is less urgent, you can also email the Help Desk, and a technician will contact you. |
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For Sale
Automobiles/Parts
2007 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL Sedan 4 door. Exterior is silver in color, with black leather interior, sliding sunroof, etc. with 97,000 miles. $13,000 OBO. Contact Todd Abercrombie at 678-600-1910
3-piece Nissan 350Z custom luggage (black) excellent condition -never used; asking $200.00 (original price - $375.00).
Set of 4 (2 front/2 rear) stock 2002 Nissan 350Z factory original aluminum alloy wheels; 17 in., 7 spokes; excellent condition; asking $400.00.
Contact Debbie at dwright@hallcounty.org
1984 Ford LTD Crown Victoria sedan. This is a one owner classic with only 72,000 miles. Recent brakes with new calipers, battery, and service. Original dark metallic blue exterior and plush blue velour interior. This car was garaged all of its life. $2,500.00. David Nix (706) 499-0807 or email dlnix@windstream.net
Bridal
David's Bridal mermaid white wedding dress size 4 with extra length added. Custom 3-ribbon bustle. "White" line by Vera Wang sash - black, floral front detail. White custom-designed floral hair piece by Heirbloom owner, Ahndea May with birdcage veil. White BCBGeneration heels, size 7.5. Also Diamond Engagement ring - White gold, princess cut center stone and small diamonds going down side of band. For prices please contact Mikhail Conner at
Instruments
Alvarez RD-8 acoustic guitar with hard shell case. This guitar plays and sounds wonderful and in excellent condition. Great guitar gift for beginner or advanced player for $150.00. David Nix (706) 499-0807 or email dlnix@windstream.net
Exercise Equipment
Pulley full-workout system. Already set up but will have to be broken down to move...It is large and heavy. Can work arms up to 80lbs and legs and traps/chest up to 130lbs of weight (slide weights included) with this system. I set this system up by myself in half a day with no directions (and I never saw it set up). I believe I do have directions for it now though (will have to find them). Also selling a weight bench with bar and 100lbs of weights. It has an arm and a leg attachment with it. Can send pictures if interested. $300 for all--ready-made workout room! Contact Heather at 678-300-4069.
MISC
Authentic Michael Kors Medium Grayson Logo purse that I purchased personally from Macy's at the end of 2012 for $350. I'd like to sell it for $200. It is in fantastic condition, I can provide photos. Interested people can inquire via e-mail: missmikhail@gmail.com
FOR SALE A HOVERROUND POWER CHAIR FOR $3,000.00 OR MAKE A RESONABLE OFFER. BOUGHT NEW FOR $7,000.00 AND ONLY USED 3 TIMES. Please contact Patsy Savage at psavage@hallcounty.org
65 inch MItsubishi Big Screen T.V. Model Number WD-6009. Purchased new for $1200.00. Asking $450.00. Please contact Gene Joy at 770-530-0152
Used Lap-Traveler Mobile Laptop Stand. Regular Price $239.00. Asking $100.00 Firm. Please contact Gene Joy at 770-530-0152
Wanted
Please email items that you have for sale or items you are currently looking to buy to sadamson@hallcounty.org.
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Holiday Hustle 5k run/walk
Allen Creek Soccer Complex
2400 Allen Creek Road, Gainesville, Ga. 30507
Saturday, December 14th 9am
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December Birthdays 1 Holly Cunningham, Julia Greene, Dennis James, Robert Smith, Donna Tyner, Steve Watson 2 Nicolas Chordegian, Noah Dabbs, Todd Folger, Tina Rice, Joseph Roberson, Rhonda Smith
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Ronad Dobbins, Tommy Wilson
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Sandra Clark, Anmarie Martine, Sammi Mayfield, Steven Tehan
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David Bradburn, Taylor Ryader
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Kristi Ansbro, Phillip Payne, Jerry Stephens
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Betty Jo Brannon, David Burroughs, Kaeshawn Byers, Josh Crawford, Joseph Dale, Teddy Jarrard, Wanda Patton, Liquita Puckerin
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Charles Beck, Leon Flowers, Jonathon Galloway, Vic Gazaway, Elaine Reed
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Eric Wales
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Adam Faulkner, Randy Knighton, Kenneth Nix, David Wallis
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Anna Ayers-Sachdeva, Shannon Busch, Wesley Pitzer, Jimmy Williams
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Trina Burtch
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Tracy Ritch, Keenan Storey
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Jeffery Clark, Ronda Fortson
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Bradley Cochran, Kreed Coley, Jessica Rosser, Kody Savage
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Johnsie Berry, Robert Patterson, Casey Ramsey, Elizabeth Roberts, Sammy Stephens |
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Direct Deposit
Effective January 1, 2014, all employees will be paid through direct deposit which means that all employees must be set up to receive their paycheck using direct deposit because actual checks will no longer be issued.
Using direct deposit for all employees will help improve the payroll process by creating a more efficient process, as well as to reduce the cost to produce an actual hard copy check. Each pay-period, a direct deposit voucher will be
provided to you.
In order to avoid any disruption in pay, if you are an employee that does not have direct deposit in place, you will need to complete this process before December 9th.
If you don't already have a bank account that can be used to receive your direct deposit, you will need to make the necessary arrangements with a bank of your choice.
To complete the direct deposit process, please do the following:
1) Complete the Direct Deposit form that can be found on the Hall County website at www.hallcounty.org/files/pdfs/HR/Direct_Deposit_Form.pdf
2) Provide a voided check OR document from your bank that clearly shows the bank's routing number AND your account number
3) Return the direct deposit form AND voided check/bank document to BeverLee Croft in Human Resources
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Tosha in Payroll or BeverLee in Human Resources. |
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Women Self Defense Classes - 2014
6 Week Program - Tuesday Nights
When: Jan 14-Feb 18 (tuesday nights only)
Where: Hall County Government Center
Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm
Cost: $50.00 - If you attend every class to complete the 6 week program, Human Resources will give you a $25.00 gift card.
Only 30 spots available - If you are interested in signing up for this class please email Shenna Adamson at sadamson@gmail.com by December 31st.
In this dynamic course each participant will learn the basic skills and knowledge to perform self-defense techniques that will prepare you for most every real life encounter!
Topics covered will include:
- Basic block and counter techniques
- Basic kicks, elbow and knee strikes
- Basic ground fighting
- Stick defense
- Edged weapon defense
- Multiple attacker scenarios
- Basic awareness techniques
- Basic escape and counter techniques
These topics along with much more will provide each participant with the basic skill level to survive in real life encounters!
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Hall County Sheriff's Office
Christmas Bike Program
 The Hall County Sheriff's Office wants to spread Holiday cheer to needy children in our community! To convey the giving spirit of our dedicated public servants, we have initiated the collection for our Christmas Bicycle Program under care of our Courthouse Division. The newly appointed Community Service Officer and Public Information Officer were on hand, this week, to receive the program's first gift... A brand new bicycle, donated by the 2013 Hall County Sheriff's Office Citizens' Academy! Sheriff Gerald Couch, along with all of your friends at the Hall County Sheriff's Office, would like to challenge our partners within the community to join us by contributing to the Christmas Bicycle Program. Again, we have teamed with the caring crew at WalMart of Gainesville to provide bikes to the less fortunate children in our community who may otherwise "go without" this Christmas. Each one of the bicycles in our program will be accompanied by a helmet for safety, as well as another small gift. To make a monetary donation through December 2nd, and get further information on the Christmas Bicycle Program, please contact Captain Chris Matthews of Hall County Sheriff's Office Courthouse Division at (770)531-7095. Thank you for your consideration. We wish you, and your family, a Happy Thanksgiving and a very Merry Christmas! (Pictured in this photo with our first bicycle donation are Deputy Nicole Bailes, Community Service Officer, and Sergeant Mark Mitchell, Public Information Officer) |
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Community Service Officer Acquires Car Safety Seat Technician Certification
Sherrifs Office
Sheriff Gerald Couch and the Hall County Sheriff's Office now have a new means to encouraging our citizens to buckle up every passenger in every seat, and on every trip. Community Service Officer, Deputy Chad Mann, acquired Car Safety Seat Technician Certification in the latter days of October! On his return, Deputy Mann has begun to implement the new training to advise, educate and train the community visiting our Law Enforcement Center's Main Lobby on how to tether, fasten and properly secure their "Precious Cargo".
If you would like to arrange to have your car seat or booster seat checked by Deputy Mann at the Hall County Sheriff's Office, It is recommended that you call for an appointment at (770)531-6900. Yours may be scheduled during normal business hours (8:00 AM to 4:30 PM), Monday through Friday.
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Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
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Promotions
Fire Department
Hall County Fire Services recently held a pinning ceremony where it recognized individuals that had been promoted to officer positions. Picture left to right are:
Battalion Capt. Bobby Reed, Training Lieutenant Tommy Porter, Battalion Chief Doug Mills, and Battalion Capt. Kris Boggs.
Also [not pictured] during this ceremony retired firefighters Capt. Toby Baker and Firefighter/Paramedic Tim Roper were recognized for their years of service and dedication to Hall County.
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Advertising
Personal Computer Repairs - Daniel Sexton
dcsexton9695@gmail.com
Weddings By Design (wedding planning) - Sheila Williams
770-561-9477
Interested in losing weight and/or improving your Health? Then Advocare is for you! - Beverley Walker
706-957-0253
Thirty-One Consultant
Christy Brookshire
www.mythirtyone.com/102145
brookshirebunch@myemc.net
706-892-7900
Pics by Wanda
Wanda Sutton
770-503-0870 or 770-540-0342
Hair & Make-up
Weddings, Events, Parties
Shenna Adamson
shenna.adamson@gmail.com
770-539-4979
-The Loaded Glue Gun-
Various Handmade items, crafts and gifts like Mason Jar Tumblers, Hand stitched Koozies, Faux Deer, Chalk board signs, Upcycled home Décor and more. www.theloadedgluegun.com
Alisha Philyaw 678-936-7128
theloadedgluegun@gmail.com
Feel free to contact me directly about any of my items. My items are also located in a small boutiquestore on the Gainesville square @ The Mustard Seed 1720: 110 Bradford St Ne Gainesville, GA 30501.
Origami Owl Custom Jewelry
Rashelle Edwards, Independent Designer
rashedwa@yhc.edu - redwards.orgamiowl.com
770-530-0163
Mary Kay Consultant
Wendy Frazier
www.marykay.com/wfrazier01
wendycfrazier@gmail.com
770-757-3821
Paracord Bracelets, Lanyards, Necklaces, Keychains and Monkey Fist.
Tony Roberts
paracordsurvivalinstincts.com or facebook at the same name (paracordsurvivalinstincts)
Tupperware Consultant
Brandy Ravan
brandyravan@yahoo.com
706-809-9100
Mann for all Occasions
Chad Mann
Having a party? Car Show? Wedding? Reunion? Grand Opening? Or, any other event? We can make the occasion an unforgettable celebration! Call for more information: (706)594-2084
Men's/Women's Haircuts, Color, Perms, Facials, Body Wraps and Specialty Services
(706) 348-6477
Public Safety, Veterans and CCW Holders get 10% off any service
Georgia Mountain Krav Maga
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Welcome to Hall County Government
November New Hires
Michelle Norman - Administration
Mary Barnard - Buildings
Kaitlin Norris - Comprehensive Victims
John Bustamante - Detention Center
William Parr - Detention Center
Graciela Galvan - E-911
Megan King - E-911
Timoty Forrester - E-911
Frank Garred - E-911
Mindy Woods - Probation Services
Armando Montelongo - Sheriff's Office
Timothy McIntyre - Solid Waste
Donna Hammond - State Court
Mitchell Aiken - Superior Court
Jennifer Garner - Tax Commissioner
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Janette Avila-Cossio, Anita Buffington, Dwayne Daniel, Richard Dodd, Jeremy Orme
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John Fawcett, Tracy Jorsling, Matthew McCormick, Daniel Tosta, Bradley Williamson
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Christopher Baker, Phil Bowman, James Heflin, Thomas Lefevre, Michael Mazarky, Timothy McIntyre, Jeffery Vinson, Rod Wilson
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Michael Atkins, Gary Jones, Brooks King
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Marsha Boswell, Kimberly Martin, James McMillan, Mary Neal, Myron Kinner, Travis Thur, Jessica York, Chrisopher Young
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Jeffry Buffington, Debbie Dehart, Stephanie Gilbert, Jody Prickett
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Betty Gooch, Elizabeth Reisman
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Carol Campbell, Tina Crowe, Yesenia Madera, Bradley Martin, Charlotte Sosebee, Gregory Whitmire
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Ana Cruz, Terry Marshall, Johnny Mauldin, Mark Mitchell
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Bradley Hart, Robert Kinney, Lorey Lyons
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Isabel Chavez, Bobby Crane, Roberto Gil, Mark Palmer, James Scroggs
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Mark Arnold, Allen Burton, Tammie Croy, Samuel Morgan, Brandon Morrow, Franklin Morrow
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Jonathan Cannon, Blanca Gonzales-Nino, Jacquelyn McKinney, James OKelley, Dwight Turner, Ricky Walden
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Craig Basham, Weston Goodrum, Cory Pritchett
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Tiffanie Davenport, James Dooley, Kevin Gregoire, Thomas Mayo, Bruce Palmer, Paul Tweedell, Jimmy Wilson |
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