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Human Resources will award a $25 gift card to the employee who submits ALL of the correct answers to the following (10) 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 February 6th 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 state produces a majority of America's roses?
2. What state has a town called Valentine?
3. Cupid was the son of what Roman God?
4. In what Shakespeare play is St. Valentine's Day mentioned?
5. The giving of Valentines started during which century?
6. An ancient Celtic tradition was giving what with carved hearts on it, as a Valentines gift?
7. The Beatles had a song in the number one spot on the Billboard magazine charts on Valentine's Day 1964. What was it?
8. In the famous scene from Ghost, where Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore are sculpting clay, what is the song playing in the background?
9. What crashed to the ground in the 1977 Valentine's Day chart topper "Blinded By the Light?"
10. Where do love birds Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan have their fateful meeting at the end of the film Sleepless in Seattle?the background?
Tie breaker: Who was the first television couple to share a bed on air (instead of twin beds)?
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Thinking about getting some treats for your "sweet"??? Do you normally treat yourself to something sweet for Valentine's Day??? Whatever your desire, the Hall County Sheriff's Office will be hosting a Valentine's Day Bake Sale on February 14th, beginning at 8:00 am... Until they're all gone! We will also have tickets for two "Sweet Hearts" raffle drawings, to win a basket of goodies from Liberty Candy Company in Flowery Branch AND an overnight stay for two at Chateau Elan (with complimentary breakfast).
Tickets are $5.00. All proceeds will benefit the HCSO Sole Patrol's efforts to raise funds for the Hall County Relay for Life. Please pass the word around, and if you know of any bakers who would love to participate, please call Chad or Tamara at
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A.D.V.A.N.C.E. GRADUATION
Hall County Sheriff's Office
The Hall County Sheriff's Office spent the last couple of weeks in December 2013 honoring A.D.V.A.N.C.E. graduates across the County. Sheriff Gerald Couch and Major John Latty along with School Resource Officers, administrators, teachers, students and their family members have been in attendance to witness hundreds of our community's stellar fifth graders complete the program in grand fashion!
A.D.V.A.N.C.E. offers proactive strategies to enhance several protective factors for young people. Sheriff Couch dedicates five Hall County Sheriff's Deputies to facilitate the A.D.V.A.N.C.E. (Avoiding Drugs, Violence, and Negative Choices Early) program to our fifth graders... at our TWENTY elementary schools throughout the County.
The 10-week program has been used as a template for the Georgia Sheriff's Association C.H.A.M.P.S. education model. Strategies include emphasis on development of social competence, conflict resolution, and offering positive alternatives to drugs, violence, cyber-bullying, and gangs. In addition, the program provides informational lessons on personal safety, stranger-danger, internet safety, and water safety through the curriculum. Since 2004, the ADVANCE program has reached over 20,000 children!
Sheriff Gerald Couch touts the effectiveness of the A.D.V.A.N.C.E. program, "We continue to reach our young people during a defining era in their early childhood. Every one of us has had at least one person, in our lives, who has had an overwhelming impact on molding our future... For better, or worse. Poor decision-making, early on, can yield self-destructive behavior in adulthood. The end result has occasionally culminated in jail time, years of probation and drug addiction for those who have no other way to cope with their plight. Our goal in utilizing the A.D.V.A.N.C.E. program is to continue assisting our youth with the favorable development of their own assessment skills. Our A.D.V.A.N.C.E. Unit aims to accomplish this by introducing fifth graders to a wide array of positive choices and healthy influences derived through the supportive cache of community resources available to the Hall County Sheriff's Office."
At the end of the 2013-2014 school year, our A.D.V.A.N.C.E. Unit will open the doors to their annual summer camp. The camp is provided to more than 200 young people each year, free of charge. To date, over 3000 children have enjoyed a productive summer at A.D.V.A.N.C.E. Camp, while reinforcing the positive values learned earlier during the school year. We relish the fact that the number continues to grow, annually!  |
Happy Retirment to James Nolan after 16 years of service with Hall County in the Planning Department. |
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Spring Baseball & Softball sign-ups for ages 6 - 12 years old are currently underway, please contact your elementary school district booster club for more information on registration dates, fees, etc. If you are unsure of you contact person please feel free to contact the Athletic Coordinator for your area so that theymay assist you with getting in touch with the booster club representative for your area. North & East Hall County Athletic Coordinator - Shanda Sexton @ 770-535-8280 or South & West Hall County Athletic Coordinator - Nic Murphy @ 770-967-3545.
Registration for baseball & softball ages 13 & 14 years old will be held on Tuesday, February 4th @ North Hall Community Center, 4175 Nopone Road, Gainesville, GA 30506. Registration will be from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Please be sure to bring your child's birth certificate.
Please watch as we will have several activities & camps to register for coming out soon for this summer!
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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 [email protected]
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
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
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 [email protected]
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 [email protected].
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Welcome to Hall County Government
January New Hires
Carrie Wood-Owens - Clerk of Court
Derek Arnold - Detention Center
Kelly Jackson - Detention Center
Jessenia Rabago - Detention Center
Ryan Daly - Detention Center
Laurie Manus - E-911
Barbara Miller - E-911
Minnie Moody - Elections
Jeffrey Hood - Fire Department
Eunice Guerrero - Public Defender
Jason Burrell - Solid Waste
Richard Forrest - Superior Court
Frankie Grise - Tax Commissioner
Kendra Castaneda - Tax Commissioner
Maria Medina - Tax Commissioner
Craig Wright - Tax Commissioner
Linda Taaffe - Tax Commissioner
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February Birthdays 1 Joel Ayers, Mary Barnard, John Barnes, Margaret Brumebelow, John Cronic, Patrick Hamilton, David Hunter, Bernard Roberts III, Daniel Smith 2
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Marlana Crews, Rose Fleming, Karl Schaefer
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Linda Moore, Jonathan Shirley, Travis Turner, Emory Whaley
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Tyeshe Brown, Susie Mealor, Rodney Watts
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Edna Ashley, Ezio Eduardo, Wanda Sutton
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Judith Adams, Richard Compton, John Latty, Joseph Paduani, Gary Tiller Jr.
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Tosha Gautier, Barbara Miller, Katherine Russell
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Bo Brooks, Megan King, Gregory Lashley, Andrew Whitmire
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Robert Culbertson, Kimberly Harbin, William Tipton
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William Barrett, Dana Matheson
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Zachary Brackett, Brent Holloway, William Powell II, Cindy Smith, Kenneth Weeks
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James Coward, Lauren Niles
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Shonta Daniels, John Davis, Stephen Mickels, Billy Nipper, Brian Pearson, Cherilyn Singleton
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Buddy Stanley, Jimmy Thompson
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Hall County Hires Deputy Fire Chief
 Hall County Fire Chief David Kimbrell announced Tuesday that he has hired Jeff Hood as Hall County Fire Services' new Deputy Fire Chief.
Hood began his career with Clayton County Fire and Emergency Services in 1978 and remained with that department until his retirement in 2013. During that time, Hood became state-certified as a firefighter, paramedic, Level II Paramedic instructor and Georgia-certified Emergency Manager. He was also named Clayton County's Fire Chief and Emergency Management Agency Director in 2011. In addition, Hood was appointed by the State Homeland Security Director to represent the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs on the State Homeland Security Task Force in 2013.
"We are extremely fortunate to find someone with Jeff's experience and knowledge to fill this position," Kimbrell said. "He has functioned in this capacity before and will be able to come in and hit the ground running."
As Deputy Fire Chief, Hood will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the department, including managing the department's emergency vehicle fleet and its administrative functions.
"Jeff will fill a much-needed role in the department," Kimbrell said. "We feel confident that his presence will enhance the level of public safety for the citizens of Hall County."
Hood and his wife Suzanne reside in Hall County. They have two grown sons and three grandchildren.
"I'm excited to be able to serve the community in which I live," Hood said. "There is no career more rewarding than one in fire services, and I'm honored to be able to continue serving in this role."
Hood began his new duties on Jan. 27.
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Coffee with a Cop
On January 17th, deputies from the Hall County Sheriff's Office invited citizens to join us for Coffee with a Cop at the Longstreet Caf� (#2) on Pearl Nix Parkway. The entire community was asked to come together with us in an informal, neutral space to talk about issues in your neighborhood, foster relationships with our deputies, and enjoy a warm cup of coffee.
The event began at 7:00 AM, on the 17th, providing a unique opportunity for community members to ask questions and learn more about the daily operations of your Hall County Sheriff's Office. For the most part, whenever citizens contact law enforcement, we are dealing with emergencies, or highly emotional situations. Those occasions are not always the most effective times to build community connections. Additionally, some community members may feel that deputies are unapproachable on the street. Coffee with a Cop attempts to break down the existing barriers and allow for a relaxed, one-on-one interaction.
"We hope that our community will feel comfortable in asking questions, bringing concerns, or simply getting to know our deputies," said Sheriff Gerald Couch. "These types of interactions are the very foundation of strong community partnerships."
Coffee with a Cop is a national initiative supported by The United States Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services. Similar events are being held across the country, as local police departments, sheriff's offices, and state police forces strive to make lasting connections with the communities they serve.
The program aims to advance the practice of community policing through improving relationships between law enforcement and community members "one cup of coffee at a time". See you at the next!
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New South Precinct
Hall county Sheriff's Office
The Hall County Sheriff's Office has purchased a building that will serve as the agency's South Hall headquarters, as well as the first full-service Sheriff's Office complex south of Gainesville.
The approximately 10,000-square-foot brick structure is located at 7345 Cody Drive in Braselton. It sits on more than two (2) acres of land. The facility, which previously served as a daycare, is near the intersections of Friendship, Spout Springs and Thompson Mill Roads. It is also located near the new Lanier Islands Parkway.
"This provides a strategically placed law enforcement presence, allowing officers to make a timely response in crucial, emergency situations," said Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch.
The South Hall headquarters will serve as the operational center for more than 40 employees, including: supervisors, patrol officers, investigators, public information officers and administrative staff. It will be open to the public Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The additional location will provide citizens in South Hall with ready access to many of the same services that are presently available at the agency's main office in Gainesville. Those services include: meeting with deputies, filing incident & accident reports and obtaining copies of reports. However, it will NOT include registering sex offenders and fingerprinting services for firearms permits.
The new facility was originally listed for $1.2 million and was purchased for $700,000 using SPLOST VI funds. Remodeling of the building will be paid for by impact fees.
"The new South Hall headquarters is a wise investment in the South Hall community, which has a large and growing population," Couch said. "We are looking forward to providing better service to the citizens of South Hall, and we are confident that this facility will continue to meet the needs of this area for years to come."
Remodeling of the building should be completed and open for use by July 2014.
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On the download...
MIS
 Keep Source Formatting - Preserves the look of the original text.
 Keep Text Only - Removes all the original formatting from the text.
 Merge Formatting - Changes the formatting so that it matches the text that surrounds it.
 Picture - This option inserts the text as an image.
 Link & Keep Source Formatting - Preserves the look of the original text, and it maintains a link to the source file and updates the pasted text with any changes that are made to the source file.
 Link & Use Destination Styles - Formats the text to match the style that's applied where the text is pasted. It also maintains a link to the source file and updates the pasted text with any changes that are made to the source file.
 Use Destination Styles - Formats the text to match the style that's applied where the text is pasted.
 Use Destination Theme - Formats the text to match the theme that's applied to the document where the text is pasted.
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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Singing Valentines
A.J. Puckett, Treatment Services
For the sixth consecutive year the North Georgia Barbershop Singers are delivering SINGING VALENTINES. If you think your loved one deserves a very special Valentine this year, this will really surprise and impress a lot longer than a box of candy or flowers from the grocery store.
To order, simply call 770-609-9853 or order online (http://ordersingingvalentine.com/Cumming.GA). We will schedule four talented Barbershop singers to surprise and delight your loved one at the work place, your home, a restaurant, an assisted living facility or another location of your choosing.
These men will sing two love songs in perfect Barbershop harmony; leave a beautiful rose and a personalized Valentine card from you. The NORTH GEORGIA BARBERSHOP SINGERS offer this very affordable and special gift from you on Friday, February 14th. Only a limited number of Singing Valentines are available so call 770-609-9853 between 9 a.m and 8 p.m., to get the details and insure your Singing Valentine will be delivered.
This is an annual fundraiser for our organization, which helps us make music throughout the year and make support Meals on Wheels in the surrounding counties.
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Advertising
Personal Computer Repairs - Daniel Sexton
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
706-892-7900
Pics by Wanda
Wanda Sutton
770-503-0870 or 770-540-0342
Hair & Make-up/Advocare Distributor
Weddings, Events, Parties
Shenna Adamson
[email protected]
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 D�cor and more. www.theloadedgluegun.com
Alisha Philyaw 678-936-7128
[email protected]
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
[email protected] - redwards.orgamiowl.com
770-530-0163
Mary Kay Consultant
Wendy Frazier
www.marykay.com/wfrazier01
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
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
Israeli Krav International
-Discipline-Technique-Aggressiveness-Survival Based Self Defense- 770-561-0812
www.georgiamountainkravmaga.com
Advocare
[email protected]
cell# 770-206-0006
Butterfly Kisses Boutiquee
Custom Designed Gift Baskets by Jill Casper
[email protected]
(678) 620-8887
Rustic Birdhouses
Unique, one-of-a-kind birdhouses.
Only $10 each!! Great to give as gifts!!
Contact Kelly Hairston for info or pics at:
[email protected] or 678-826-4731
Miche Representative
Check out our handbags with limitless looks and possibilities.
conniedaniels.miche.com
[email protected]
770-531-6189
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7th Annual Chamber Chase 5k & 2 Mile Wellness Walk
Thursday, March 27, 2014
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Norris Washington Jr.
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Gail Aaron, Bever Lee Croft, Jason Egerton, Agustus Melton Jr, Gypsy Smith, John Watts, Carrie Wood-Owens
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Berlinda Lipscomb, Amy Reese, Phillip Sheriff, Adam Williams, Deana Williams
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Anna Crawford, Harvey Marlow Jr, Katie Preston
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Edward Bennett, Jimmie Gilreath, Christina Green, J.C. Mathis III, Peyton Reeves, Leon Turner
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Miranda Dankewich, Stephen D'Anna, Vicki Dowdy
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Corrine Davis, Elaine Gray
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James Elrod, Michael Skinner, Leslie Turner
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William Sanders, Ashley Smith
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Larry Duttweiler, Kacey Headrick
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Henry Prather, Dorothea Saitta, Rodd Strickland
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