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CONTENTS

Van Dempsey and 22

Sam Sa�erfield

Jackie K. Cooper 22

Henry Leslie 23

Dennis Hooper 24

Rusty Smith 24

Dr. Cur�s Hayslip 25

Evelyn Hill 25

Dr. Jolie D. Hardin 26

Ned Dominick 26

Terri Minter 27

From the Publisher 4

Community News 6 & 8

Birthdays & Celebra�ons 10

School News 34 – 35

Community Calendar 36 – 37

School Informa�on 38 – 39

Places of Worship 40 – 41

Macon Area Clubs 42 – 44

Elected & Appointed Officials 45

Community Phone Numbers 46

Classified Form and Classifieds 47

Adver�ser Index 47

Reader’s Choice Ballot! Cast your votes for yourfavorite local businesses! Cast your vote online too!www.aroundtownwarnerrobins.com

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Tournament of Roses Contest Winners: Meet the winners of this year’s contest that found thecouple who has been married the longest.

New Year, New Goals. How to set realis�c goalsand follow through on them.

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Pathfinder of the Month: Homer John Rood, Sr.12

The Past, Present, and Future of Warner Robins

A detailed look at Warner Robins’ history,con�nuing progress, and plans for thefuture. Meet some of the businessesserving the residents in Warner Robins, andlearn why they love opera�ng theirbusiness in the Warner Robins local area.

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14 – 21 The Past, Present, and Future ofWarner Robins. Learn about WarnerRobins’ beginnings and future, and get to knowa few businesses presently providing services inthe community to make it a be�er place.

Don’t forget to submit your Birthday, Wedding, and BirthAnnouncements! Announcements are FREE! Are you, yourfamily, or friends celebrating a birthday? Recently married orcelebrating an anniversary? Submit your celebrationannouncements to be published for free. See page 10.

Kids Don’t Forget their Mentors. A localmentoring organiza�on is spotlighted. Considerbecoming a mentor and posi�vely impact a child’s life.

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Are you a doctor that would like to be spotlighted on March’sfront cover for the theme “Houston County’s Medical

Community” ? If so, call us at (478) 474-1999.

Welcome back to another issue of Around Town WarnerRobins / Perry and to a new year! 2009 will be a year thatbrings many more memories, life-lessons, and personaland professional growth. I am so thankful for the blessingsthat 2008 has brought, and I look forward to thewonderful experiences that 2009 will bring. I encourageyou to remember the posi�ves in your life, and welcomethe change that will help you grow, whether personal orprofessional. I know that our community’s economicsitua�on has caused us at Around Town to take note ofhow we can do be�er for our readers, adver�sers, andcommunity. We look forward to implemen�ng these ideasin 2009. We always have thought of our company as morethan just a magazine. We hope your do, too. We want tobe your partners in the community.

You probably already no�ced that this month’s issue says February, and many of you areprobably wondering where January’s issue is at. As you know, the previous issues ofAround Town Warner Robins / Perry arrived during the middle of each month. Wethought that it would be be�er for the magazine to arrive before the month beginsinstead of mid-way through each month. In order to do this, we had to switch ourproduc�on schedule. This month’s issue, arriving during the 3rd week in January is �me-stamped February instead of January, and all future issues will arrive during the 3rd weekof the month prior to the month beginning. So, your March issue will arrive during the3rd week in February. We hope that you will prefer this change.

With this being our first issue of Around Town Warner Robins / Perry is 2009, we want totake this opportunity to thank you for all of your posi�ve feedback that we received in2008 for the November and December issues. We strive for the Around Town WarnerRobins / Perry magazine to be a service to the community and a magazine that you lookforward to receiving in your mailbox each month. When we receive such posi�vefeedback from readers, it makes our work even more rewarding and worth it! Thank you!We’re working with you and for you to make your Around Town Warner Robins / Perrymagazine the best that it can be, and a true representa�on of our communi�es. Keepproviding us with your feedback and ideas, and we will keep listening and implemen�ng.

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GLYN’S CARIBBEAN & AMERICAN RESTAURANT

CELEBRATES RIBBON CUTTING

The Warner Robins Area Chamber of Commerce recentlywelcomed Glyn’s Caribbean & American Restaurant with aRibbon Cu�ng Ceremony. Glyn’s is known for excellentcustomer service and splendid Jamaican & American entrees.

Catering and deliveries are available and senior ci�zens andmilitary personnel are honored with discounts. Glyn'sCaribbean & American Restaurant is family owned andoperated and located at 2203 Watson Boulevard, Suite B inWarner Robins. For more informa�on, call (478) 293-1295.

CHECKERS RESTAURANT OPENS AND

INCLUDES A DINING ROOM

Opera�ng partners Ken Clark and Shane Rogers of Hawkinsvilleand Chris Treem of Macon recently opened a CheckersRestaurant. They agree that including a dining room forcustomers was a great idea for the restaurant chain as this isthe first Checkers ever with an inside dining room. For moreinforma�on about this Checkers loca�on, call (478) 258-8203.Checkers is located at 113 Russell Parkway, Warner Robins.

GEORGIA TECH RESEARCH INSTITUTE

OPENS RENOVATED OFFICES

The Warner Robins Area Chamber of Commerce hosted aRibbon Cu�ng Ceremony for the newly renovated offices of theGeorgia Tech Research Ins�tute (GTRI) - Warner Robins FieldOffice.

GTRI has just completed a major building renova�on of theirWarner Robins Field Office located at 151 Osigian Blvd. Therenova�on added office and laboratory space, as well asclassroom and conference rooms, which will allow GTRI tobe�er serve the community with the Georgia Tech DistanceLearning programs. With the new space, GTRI will also be ableto add engineering staff to be be�er prepared to supportRobins AFB and all of the Warner Robins area. GTRI is a highly-regarded applied research and developmentorganiza�on.

Pictured (le� to right): GTRI Field Office Manager, Lee Evans; GTRIDirector, Dr. Stephen Cross; and COC President Ed Rodriguez


President Ed Rodriguez (right) presents bow to opera�ng partners KenClark and Chris Treem for Checkers.

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CENTRAL GEORGIA MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS

NAMES NEW COORDINATOR

The North Central Health District and the Central GeorgiaMedical Reserve Corps (CGMRC) Execu�ve Board are happy toannounce Lisa Lee as the new CGMRC Coordinator. Lee comesto the district following her re�rement from the United StatesAir Force, where she served for 20 years. In the military, shespent �me in Florida, California, Turkey, Azores, North Carolina,Afghanistan, and Warner Robins. The last five years of hermilitary career were spent working in Community Health forRobins Air Force Base. Lee and her husband, Kenny, have twosons, Byron and Brandon.

As the CGMRC Coordinator, Lee will provide day-to-daymanagement of opera�ons for the CGMRC, including volunteerrecruitment, training, and management.

Lee said of her new role, “The Central Georgia Medical ReserveCorps was started only in the past two years. This is a rela�velyyoung volunteer agency and I look forward to seeing it growinto a large group of medically trained volunteers who standready to assist in the event of a health related emergency in ourarea.”

SOUTH HOUSTON INTERNAL MEDICINE

CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING

The Perry Area Chamber of Commerce recently held a GrandOpening to celebrate the new office of South Houston InternalMedicine in Perry at 1018 Keith Drive. Elected officials, family,friends, staff, Perry Chamber Board Members, and Chamberambassadors helped celebrate. For more informa�on on howSouth Houston Internal Medicine can best serve you, visit theiroffice or contact them at (478) 987-7444.

JOSEPH M. SALON & SPA OPENS

IN WARNER ROBINS

Joseph M. Salon & Spa,managed by Joseph, recentlycelebrated their opening.Joseph recently moved backto Warner Robins from NewYork City where he lived for29 years and is joined by astaff of talented and highly educated Masters in the field ofCosmetology. “We are well staffed to meet all of your beautyneeds from A to Z,” says Joseph. “In addi�on to hair cu�ng andcolor services, we also have a cer�fied massage therapist and adermatological trained and cer�fied esthe�cian.” “We inviteyou to come by where you will receive a warm welcome and anunforge�able experience while being pampered,” adds Joseph.For more informa�on, call (478) 333-6477. The salon is locatedat 225 Smithville Church Road, Suite 100 in Warner Robins.

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Family, friends, community members, and Perry Chamber helpcelebrate South Houston Internal Medicine Grand Opening.

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Pathfinder of the Month: Helping Residents Choose A New Path

This month's pathfinder features a manwho has experienced the hardships of lifeand decided to dedicate his life to helpingothers. Homer John Rood, Sr., moved tothe Perry area in the early 1990's a�era�ending the U.S. Naval Academy andserving in the Navy for 20 years. Hebecame a member of First Bap�st Churchin Perry and began teaching "MostExcellent Way," a Chris�an-basedprogram for alcoholics, drug addicts, andothers suffering from addic�ons in theirlives.

Homer's story does not begin in Perry.For years, he spent �me doing drugs andalcohol and did not believe he couldovercome it. When he graduated in1972, Homer says he became a drunk todeal with life's pressures. He thenstarted to a�end church a�er moving toPerry in the late 1990’s. "It took me

three years to finish the bible," saysHomer. "I was asked to start teaching theyouth and served as an assistant." Thepastor of First Bap�st approached Homerand asked if he would like to teach. "Mypastor knew that I'd been an alcoholic, sohe asked me if I'd be interested in beingpart of this and I said I would."

Homer joined Larry, "Dan" Stewart, apediatrician in Perry, who taught theclass, and before long Homer beganteaching as well. The two rotatedteaching the youth at the church.Currently, the group meets on Tuesdaynights at First Bap�st Church and Homersays it is part of his calling to reachindividuals abusing drugs and alcohol."Drugs and alcohol are killing oursociety," says Homer. "If you go in theprisons and you would talk to some ofthe prisoners today, 95% are therebecause of using drugs and alcohol…maybe they were stealing to supporttheir habit or more likely, they got caughtwith a small amount or a large amount ofillegal substance."

Homer also has been a part of the BillGlass Prison Ministries since the mid1990's. When he first entered a prison,Homer says he was unsure of how theprisoners would react to his story."Within 20 minutes of walking in there, Igot to talking to this kid from Florida andfound out we had a lot in common," saysHomer. "I was amazed because it wasthe most exci�ng thing to share my lifeand my story." Homer con�nued toreturn and became involved with the"Weekend of Champions" events all overthe Southeast. He has a�ended morethan 40 of these events to date.Weekend for Champions was started byBill Glass, a friend of Billy Graham, in

1969 and is comprised of four ministries -Prison ministries, youth ministries, at-riskyouth ministries, and communityministries. In 2008, Homer served as thelocal coordinator for the Houston/PerryBill Glass Weekend of Champions.

"I felt I was able to help people outbecause of what I'd been through," saysHomer, adding that he is grateful he gotdelivered from drugs and alcohol and hasbeen drug and alcohol free for 27 years.Since Homer knows firsthand how Godhelped him through his addic�ons, heemphasizes the first three principlestaught in the "Most Excellent Way"program which stresses a�tudes ofvictorious living. The principles includehumility, repentance, and surrender.Each week, a different a�tude is taughtand Homer says par�cipants are taughthow to grow as Chris�ans. "This class hasbeen going on for a while," says Homer."But last year, it really took a hold andnow people being helped are bringingmore people to be helped."

Homer also teaches AWANAS, a Bibleprogram to 3rd and 4th grade boys. Thechildren memorize Bible verses and havethe opportunity to play and interact witheach other. Many nights, he has justenough �me to get from his job atNorthrup Grumman to First Bap�stChurch in Perry to teach these programs.Homer says living as a Chris�an haschanged his life and given him theopportunity to reach out to others andmake a difference.

Homer's rela�onship with his family hasgreatly improved. He recently marriedhis first love from high school who he hadnot seen in 39 years and says he is trulyhappy to be living for Christ.

Do you know someone who is a Pathfinder? To nominate a Pathfinder, e-mail [email protected], or call (478) 474-1999.

Please include the name and contact information of the person you are nominating, along with a brief description of why you believe the person is a Pathfinder.

Homer John Rood, Sr.Around Town Warner Robins / Perry

Pathfinder of the Month



he city of Warner Robins shows signs of growtheverywhere. Long before Robins Air Force Base wasbuilt, before cars inched slowly along during rushhour on Watson Boulevard, and before Warner

Robins' schools became household names around the state andna�on, the area now known as Warner Robins used to be afarming community.

In 1821, a treaty was signed, reques�ng the removal of all CreekIndians. The se�lers felt that removing the Indians would bringmore safety and land and that year, Houston County wasestablished. According to author Pam Baker from her book,Houston County: In Our Own Words, "Houston County wasnamed for John Houstoun and is pronounced 'House-ton.' JohnHoustoun was the son of a prominent English family." Heserved as Georgia's second governor in 1778 and never visitedthe county that was named a�er him. The first se�lers thatcame to Houston County arrived a�er land was distributed in1821, through a lo�ery system.

During the 1820's and 30's, numerous co�on farmers beganmoving into the county. The high profit of co�on allowed theMiddle Georgia region to become a hub for planta�ons anddistribu�on centers. Baker writes, "The need for improvementsin transporta�on thus became urgent." A fund was set up tobuild a network of roads throughout the county in 1821 and by1827, the first steamboat arrived in Macon along the Ocmulgeeriver. From then on, the region gradually increased in popula�on.

A�er the civil war, families in Houston County went throughdifficult �mes. Baker writes that planta�on owners had nomoney for seed or labor, poor whites could not find jobs, andthe blacks had no place to farm. The families who stayedbehind worked together on the land that was eventually dividedinto smaller plots to accommodate more homes. Perry wasincorporated in 1824 and other early towns sprung up, includingHenderson, Oak Lawns, and Kathleen. Later on, Fort Valley,Byron, Bonaire, and Wellston, which is now called WarnerRobins, followed suit. Following the civil war, the GeorgiaSouthern and Florida Railroad made plans to connect Macon toPerry. Henry Feagin Jr., donated 100 acres to build the trainsta�on. The next sixty years saw Houston County as a whistlestop with various farming communi�es.

One Warner Robins resident remembers what life was likeduring those early farming days. "My daddy was asharecropper," says Ada Lee, an 84-year old Warner Robinsresident born in 1924 to Ann and Lewis Jackson. Ada was bornin Wellston County, right where the Robins Air Force Base islocated. She remembers her father working on the PhilipMarshal Planta�on, one of many small communi�es in the areaduring that �me.

The 1930's brought the Great Depression and families struggledto make ends meet. In an effort to a�ract jobs, Macon Mayor,Charles Bowden and Congressman, Carl Vinson requested theU.S. Army to establish an air depot and flying field somewhere

in the Middle Georgia area. The war department made adecision in 1941 to build the depot right on the land Ada'sfamily lived on. Ada says when she heard about the depotbeing built, she was excited. "It was music to my ears that wedidn't have to farm any more," says Ada. Lewis Jackson waseventually hired as a civil worker on Base.

The City of Macon and Bibb County purchased over 3,000 acresfrom 47 local farms in 1941 and later purchased more land. Thecity began to slowly take form. Postman Charles Watson and hisbrothers donated land for the first school, along with otherorganiza�ons. Ada says she thanks God for President Roosevelt,who stepped in and established the WPA Road System. Lewisworked on the program and purchased his first car, a 1934Model A Ford, that he drove on the newly constructed roads.

Wellston Army Depot was officially designated when ColonelCharles E. Thomas, the first depot commander, arrived inMiddle Georgia. Years before, Colonel Thomas had servedunder Major Augus�ne Warner Robins as second Lieutenant.Major Robins chose Lt. Thomas as his aide in 1921, whileassigned to Fairfield Air Intermediate Depot near Dayton, Ohio.Major Robins, upon recognizing the Army's supply system wasinadequate, established a professional logis�cs service in theArmy Air Service and in 1922, established an accountabilitysystem for that service. Major Robins and Lt. Thomas spent sixand a half years together. The Major went on to command theArmy Air Corps Material Division and returned to AdvancedFlying School. He died suddenly in 1940, which devastatedColonel Thomas. When Colonel Thomas came to thecommunity of Wellston, in commemora�on to Major Robins, heapproached C.B. Watson and other community members aboutchanging the name from Wellston to Warner Robins. Themembers agreed to the name change and on September 1,1942, the town became Warner Robins.

The town was now considered a new town and the people ofWarner Robins took great pride as the city grew. Theirpersistent pioneer efforts helped put Warner Robins on the mapas one of Georgia's best towns. Barbara Shaheen moved hereyears ago when her husband was sta�oned with the Air Force.She said they had plans to move shortly a�er arriving. "Ithought when we got here, 'What did I do to deserve thiscommunity?'" says Barbara. But she ended up staying in thesmall town that has con�nued to quickly grow. She not onlybecame a resident of Warner Robins, she worked hard to createthis thriving town and is considered one of Warner Robins'invested pioneers.

Laverne Norris, another early pioneer, says the Warner Robinscommunity then grew out of people's compassion for eachother. Laverne's husband also worked on Base and the couplefelt drawn to re�re in Warner Robins, despite being sta�onedelsewhere. "I took on the job of running the mall in 1972," saysLaverne. She also worked with the City Council and served withthe Chamber of Commerce.

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In her book, Warner Robins: The Second 25 Years, Claire M.Dixon writes, "Heroic efforts by the Warner Robins Chamber ofCommerce had go�en the people on the map. The 1968 RandMcNally Road Atlas and Travel Guide for the U.S. and Canadaand Mexico had Warner Robins on its cover!" One of thebiggest surprises both Barbara and Laverne have seen withWarner Robins since those early days, is how quickly the citygrew. "We never thought the city would move north and growas fast as it did," says Barbara. Laverne agrees. "The GalleriaMall was another surprise, we thought nothing would happenthere," says Laverne.

Warner Robins has remained home to many people. Theschools have always been good, according to Superintendent ofHouston County Schools, David Carpenter, who grew up inWarner Robins. "We always had a good school system and thereputa�on we enjoy today is a result of standards set by peoplelike David Perdue, the superintendent back then, who set thetone for today," he says. The fabric of the community is foundin its people. Barbara says the unique thing about Warner

Robins is that the town becametransient, which allowed the peoplethemselves to be welcoming. "Thismilitary base – especially this one – everycommander tells us how much morewelcoming it is than others," saysBarbara. Ada agrees. She says despitebeing one of the founders of the CivilRights movement in the Warner Robinsarea, the public was more open to civilrights change than the surroundingareas. "Race rela�ons here weredifferent because of the base," Ada says."The category of people that come hereare from all over and Warner Robins

accepts people for who they are."

As Warner Robins con�nues to grow and welcome outsiders,the town's reputa�on as a friendly military town has notchanged. "We supported the town because we believed in it,"says Barbara. And the culture of building a community thatmembers believe in, is expected by many to con�nue.

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most user-friendly places for military personnel and theirfamilies." Today, Warner Robins con�nues to a�ract re�rees,young professionals, and families.

The spirit of residents helping each other is reflected innumerous organiza�ons. Community projects such as theR.E.A.C.H program (Raising Educa�on Achievement of Childrenin Houston County), a collabora�on between Big Brothers, BigSisters in Houston County and the Base, reflects a solidrela�onship between Robins Air Force and the community. Theprogram consists of Base personnel who serve as mentors tochildren in Houston County schools.

"This town is built on new ideas and new people," says DarrellYelverton, founder and owner of Yelverton Jewelers in WarnerRobins." And it con�nues to be that way… the community hasalways allowed us to grow and develop… we've been blessedwith so much already and it's just encouraged us to grow."Warner Robins is a town built on progressive-minded peoplewho came to Houston County to raise families, re�re, and enjoythe open community spirit that s�ll abounds today.

Younger genera�ons, such as Gary Lee, who was born andraised in Warner Robins, le� the town for years, but decided toreturn. Lee, who is the execu�ve director for Warner RobinsRedevelopment Agency, a�ended Georgia Technical College andlived in Michigan before deciding to return. "I came back to bea role model and give back to the community," he says. Othershave moved into the region, encouraged by its rapid growth."We moved here because the growth is phenomenal," says EricLipson of Lipson Fabrics. Lipson moved his store from Macon to

… NowContinuing the Progress.

Pictured above: Robins Federal Credit Union was established in 1954. Agroup of 13 Robins Air Force Base civilian and military personnel signedthe application for a charter and requested membership for "civilianemployees and commissioned officers of the Department of the AirForce who worked at or had headquarters at Robins Air Force Base

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"There's a uniqueness about Warner Robins," says BarbaraShaheen, one of Warner Robins premier visionaries." It's thepeople... here, the Base and the community help each otherand every year, the Chamber recognizes a Base unit that hasdone the most for the community." People in Warner Robinshave demonstrated an openness and friendliness manya�ribute to the culture at Robins Air Force Base. Robins AirForce Base employs over 25,584 civilian, contractor, and militarymembers. Residents who have lived in Warner Robins fordecades credit the Base with how transient, family-friendly, andprogressive the town is. Robins Air Force is so integral to thecommunity, resident and business-owner Eddie Wiggins saysthe town would not be what it is without the Base. "The Base iswhat helped this community to be what it is… it is one of the

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Warner Robins late last year and says his customer base isgrowing.

Despite hard economic �mes, Warner Robins con�nues to grow."We seem to be faring a lot be�er economically than othercommuni�es basically because of the Base," says EdwardRodriguez, President and CEO of the Warner Robins Chamber ofCommerce. "We have seen a lot of ac�vity with new businessescon�nually opening." The Chamber has assisted in over 100ribbon cu�ngs during 2008. Rodriguez says there was aslowdown during the summer of 2008 but by Fall, business hadpicked up again. Morgan Law, execu�ve director of HoustonCounty Development Authority says Warner Robins is a placethat a�racts businesses. "We have not no�ced an economicslowdown at all… we've actually had more industrial projects inthe past 18 months than in the past five years." Theseindustries, along with the Base, which is the largest employer inthe state, are faring well. Warner Robins' impressive Toyotadealership, Lowe Toyota, is the largest Toyota dealership in thestate.

It's hardly surprising Houston County is predicted to become thelargest county in the state of Georgia by 2012. To resident'sdelight, Business Week Magazine rated Warner Robins one ofthe best places in the U.S. to raise children in 2009. ReporterPrashant Gopal from Business Week explains how ci�es wereselected, "We narrowed the list of towns using the followingweighted criteria: school performance; number of schools;household expenditures; crime rates; air quality; job growth;family income; museums, parks, theaters, and other ameni�es;and diversity. We weighted school performance and safetymost heavily, but also gave strong weight to ameni�es andaffordability." For some of the residents who have been heresince the early days, Warner Robins always has been a greatplace to live. "We grew up playing sports," says DavidCarpenter, Superintendant of Houston County School Board."Even back then, it was a great place to raise a family… therewas always a good school system and the reputa�on we enjoytoday is based on standards set back then."

In 2008, 33 of Houston County’s 35 schools (94.3 percent)evaluated met AYP standards. Across Georgia, 68.8 percentmade AYP in 2008. "Schools here are not only the best in thestate," says Rodriguez. "They are some of the best in thecountry." Rodriguez points out that he is amazed at some of theac�vi�es being conducted in Houston County Schools. "Some ofthe things they're doing are really cu�ng-edge". A newtechnology plan report launched in July 2008 states: "All thirty-seven Houston County schools are completely networked.Seven network drops are provided for each classroom, 35 dropsto each computer lab, and 15-25 in the media center. Inaddi�on, each office, conference room, auditorium, lunchroom,and other usable space is connected to the school’s local areaNetwork." Carpenter says technology is an importantcomponent for students' to advance academically and theschool board plans to priori�ze technology in the future.

To meet the needs of the growing popula�on in Warner Robins,higher ins�tu�ons such as Middle Georgia Technical College,Fort Valley State University and Macon State College haveexpanded on programs and resources. "In Spring 2007, weadded an extension to our Warner Robins Center," says AnnaHolloway, Fort Valley's dean of the College of Graduate Studies

What does the future mean for a town like Warner Robins?"We'll con�nue to see more economic opportuni�es," saysMorgan Law, execu�ve director for the Houston CountyDevelopment Authority. "Growth will con�nue driven by ourschool system – this will pull families to this community andencourage retail." The town of Warner Robins currently has apopula�on of 54,315 people. "There's a 2012 projec�on whereHouston County will be the largest county in the state ofGeorgia," says President and CEO of the Warner RobinsChamber of Commerce, Edward Rodriguez. "There are so manynew exci�ng things coming here." Analysts predict that theeconomy will recover in 2009 and here in Warner Robins,Rodriguez says there will be an emphasis on large communityorganiza�ons working together towards a common purpose."We don't want anybody to lose their iden�ty," says Rodriguez."But we will see an effort by a lot of organiza�ons that will worktowards promo�ng our community."

The common purpose in working together reflects the desire forincreased growth and coopera�on among organiza�ons for astronger community. The commitment to establishing a thrivingenvironment for future genera�ons is evident in economic plansthat already are underway. One of the town's most exci�ngini�a�ves residents can expect to see in the future is the IAT(Installa�on Acquisi�on Transforma�on) plan. "In a move tostreamline a lot of the purchasing contrac�ng ac�vi�es in theAir Force, they have consolidated a number of those jobs in theSoutheast," explains Rodriguez. "And those jobs will beconsolidated here… we're looking at somewhere close to 400new jobs."

In order to sustain such rapid growth, industries all over town

… TomorrowLooking Ahead.

continued from page 15and Extended Educa�on. "Our space almost doubled… and nowwe are in good shape to accommodate new classes forstudents." Fort Valley also has expanded on programs includingPLU's (Professional Learning Units), social work, and businessadministra�on. Mee�ng the community's demands is soimportant that Middle Georgia Technical College is constantlyadding new programs. The school offers over 100 degrees,diplomas, and technical cer�ficates of credit. At Macon StateCollege, enrollment at the Warner Robins Campus now tops2,000 and prepara�on for construc�on of a third academicstructure is underway. And just in �me, according to Mike Hale,execu�ve director of the Warner Robins Campus. “As a result ofour con�nued enrollment growth, classrooms, especially atpeak �me, are very limited,” he said.

As the county con�nues to expand and welcome newcomers,educa�onal ins�tu�ons, new and exis�ng businesses, andresidents prepare for the future of a bustling Warner Robins.Plans for expansion are underway in almost every sector of asmall town that is rapidly changing into a large community withno signs of slowing down.


are working to develop new projects. Gary Lee, execu�vedirector for Warner Robins City Redevelopment Authority saysMayor Walker, city council members, and other organiza�onsare trying to move Warner Robins into the 21st Century. Part ofthe plan is to incorporate a downtown redevelopment plan."This is called the 'interna�onal city,'" explains Lee. "We have toaccommodate all kinds of people due to the level of diversity."The goal of the plan is to bring in more industry and add to whatthe town already has. The downtown area will span from DavisDrive around Watson Boulevard to the 247 Connector. "Thisnew plan will give folks an opportunity to come in and helpdevelop business," says Law. The downtown plan will include acourthouse, courtyard square, and commercial corridor. "Wealso want to get a law enforcement center up and running,"explains Lee. "So the downtown area will see new buildings…and by that �me, the economy will be recovered."

Since Business Week Magazine rated Warner Robins the best of10 ci�es in the U.S. to raise kids in 2009, poli�cal and businessleaders expect Warner Robins to change. "This is going to turninto a big city," says Laverne Norris, one of Warner Robins'premier business leaders. Laverne spent five years on citycouncil and ran Houston Mall for many years. "We broughtthings here that people thought would never come, like OliveGarden," says Laverne. Barbara Shaheen, who came to WarnerRobins during the early 1960's explains due to the economicimpact of the Base and great schools in Warner Robins,residents will face challenges like heavy traffic.

Another exci�ng future venture that may happen is thepossibility that the Na�onal Li�le League may headquarter inWarner Robins. "We're in a great geographic loca�on to be thehead of any regional organiza�on or business," says Rodriguez."Because we're in Georgia and Georgia's in the Southeast, we'rea natural place to be the center of things." The proximity to thecoast and to the busiest airport in the world is a�rac�ve toorganiza�ons like the Li�le League, which is currentlyheadquartered in Tampa, Florida.

Educa�onal facili�es are preparing for current and futuregrowth as well. A collabora�on between Middle GeorgiaTechnical College and the Houston County School Board involvesa new career academy. The goal of the academy is to providestudents the training needed to fill exis�ng jobs, or jobs that willexist soon, and to ensure that all students have the necessaryskills and work ethic for employment prior to leaving highschool. Middle Georgia Technical College will offer dualenrollment cer�ficate programs at the Houston County CareerAcademy so that high school students may earn job-relevantcollege credit at no cost to them or their parents while s�ll inhigh school. "The goal of this new school is to match the needsof the community with businesses," explains David Carpenter,superintendant of the Houston County School Board. "This willbe very beneficial to students looking for immediateemployment upon gradua�on." The academy will be located offRussell Parkway and Corder road in Warner Robins.

Fort Valley State University also is expanding. New programswill include counseling for middle grades, (guidance counseling).Late last year, the school was also approved to offer classes incomputer science, social work, and business administra�on atthe Warner Robins campus. "Other classes will be offeredbased on demand," comments Anna Holloway, Fort Valley'sdean of the College of Graduate Studies and ExtendedEduca�on.

Other businesses are intent on providing great service to thecommunity. "We, as a business, are commi�ed to staying in thiscommunity and providing that one-on-one service," says DarrellYelverton, founder and owner of Yelverton Jewelers in WarnerRobins. "Warner Robins is very unique, in that, there are manypeople who are not na�ve to Warner Robins, but always felt avery strong devo�on to this community." Since the beginning,Warner Robins has welcomed people from around the worldand these outsiders have contributed to its success. With suchdedicated community members, the best place to raise a familyin the state of Georgia will con�nue to flourish well into thefuture. ATWR

To provide feedback on this ar�cle, and sugges�ons for future ar�cles,e-mail Em Fergusson at [email protected]

Pictured above: Design ideas from the Warner Robins DowntownDevelopment Plan for the Civic Center with a Hotel & ConferenceCenter and Law Enforcement Center. The area’s main intersec�on is atNorth Davis Dr. and Watson Blvd.

Pictured above: Design ideas for the Commercial Circle at North DavisDr. and Watson Blvd.

Phillips Furniture

Mr. Phillips started his store to reach out tofamilies in the community in need offurniture. Sometimes, he went out of hisway to meet their needs and quicklybecame known in the community for hisrespect and loyalty to his customers."People used to line up when the store waslocated on 6th Street to cash their welfarechecks because he wouldn't charge them,"says Linda. "He'd sell them furniture andhe'd apply $20 or $25 a month out of theirchecks on their bill … now the children andgrandchildren of those customers are stillcoming to us and, I can't tell you how manypeople say, "The first thing I bought when Imoved here in 1970 was from Mr. Phillips.""The way Mr. Phillips dealt with hiscustomers is a legacy being carried out byhis family-friendly staff today.

Over the years, the business has continuedto grow and Mr. Phillips bought newerfurniture and brought more business.Currently, Phillips Furniture is located onWatson Boulevard, with a location on YoungAvenue. Flexsteel Gallery contains aspacious showroom with 10,000 squarefeet of elegant furniture. "Our Flexsteel

furniture is very important," says Linda."Flexsteel furniture has divisions inGeorgia… there's very few furniturecompanies in the U.S., so buying flexsteel ishelping to support the Georgia economy."The main store, Phillips furniture, carries alarge selection of high quality furniture withbrands such as Broyhill, Flexsteel, Ashley,Universal, and much more. The storelocated on Young Avenue next to the NorthDavis Drive post office contains 15, 000square feet of new, close-out and usedfurniture.

One unique feature this community-mindedbusiness offers its customers is trade-ins.Customers can select furniture andsomeone will be sent from the used storeon Young Avenue to look at what thecustomer has and provide a value.Customer service is also provided after thesale of a furniture piece and free deliveryand set-up is offered. Phillips Furnitureprovides great prices, remarkable customerservice and a solid reputation on how theyconduct business. Since the store buys inlarge volumes, furniture can be sold atlower prices.

Herbert Phillips sold furniture long before he openedPhillips Furniture in 1983. After leaving the Air Force inthe 1960's, he began selling furniture at FamilyFurniture and went into partnership in 1980. Mr.Phillips passed away a little over a year ago and today,his manager of 20 years, Linda Lombardi and his sons,Alan and Mark, are involved in running the business.His grandson, Eric, also works for Phillips Outlet store onYoung Avenue.

Yelverton Jewelers

Yelverton Jewelers is located at 198 South HoustonRoad in Warner Robins. For more information, call(478) 971-1600.

over 35 years of executive managerialfinancial experience. Today, this familyjewelry store has grown to 10 employeeswith a full-time jeweler. Yelverton Jewelershas become one of Warner Robins' mostprestigious jewelry stores.

The store carries Simon G, Cordova by RonRosen, a new Italian designer, Gabriel Bruni,Leslie Gold earrings, Citizen and Swisswatches, Add-A-Link bracelets, China Pearlsand a full line of diamonds. The store alsocarries items such as personalized gifts,custom jewelry, baby gifts, clocks, silvertrays, crystal pieces as well as military-typeitems. Repair services on a number of itemsincluding rings, bracelets, watches andclocks are a well-known service offered atYelverton Jewelers.

The commitment to serving the communityis a distinguishing aspect of this jewelrystore. Darrell is known as the communityjeweler that will fix things others won't. Hehas repaired items that are not typicallysold at jewelry stores and says it is part of

his ministry to serve the community. "Thisis a place where we place a lot of value onthe people we serve and the people whowork here," says Darrell. "We arecommitted to staying here and giving thatone on one service." Darrell also designsand creates jewelry and describes this asthe most enjoyable and rewarding of hisbusiness: from designing on the cad cam tothe carving of the wax.

Darrell and the professionals at Yelvertonprovide a level of service to the communitythat has been a trademark of the store forover a decade. "Our main goal when wefirst opened was selling a good product at afair price," says Darrell. "Building arelationship with customers for the future isimportant for us…as employees we typicallytry to let people know we appreciatethem." The inviting atmosphere can beexperienced once customers walk throughthe store. From the warm décor, to thelayout of the jewelry and china, Darrell saysthe intent is to create an invitingenvironment for customers.

Darrell Yelverton began working in the jewelry businessin the early 1980's and fell in love with designingjewelry. Darrell opened the store with Wayne Crow inApril 1997. The store featured a line of watches, chainsand some engagement and wedding rings. Darrell wasthe only jeweler. He has over 24 years of experience andis GIA certified in diamonds and gemstones. Wayne has


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Phillips Furniture and Flexsteel Gallery is located at1734 Watson Boulevard and Phillips Outlet is located at1001 Young Avenue in Warner Robins. For moreinformation, call (478) 922-6117 (Phillips Store onWatson) or (478) 923-6926 (Phillips Outlet on Young).Visit www.phillipsfurnitureinc.com.

Robins Federal Credit UnionThe headquarters ofRobins Federal CreditUnion is located at803 Watson Boulevardin Warner Robins. Formore information, call(478) 923-3773 locallyor 1-800-241-2405 toll-free or visitwww.robinsfcu.org.

membership to anyone who lives, works,attends school or conducts regular businessin 16 counties including Baldwin, Bibb,Clarke, Crawford, Emanuel, Houston, Jones,Macon, Monroe, Peach, Pulaski, Putnam,Taylor, Telfair, Twiggs and Wilkinson. Withover $1 billion dollars in assets, RobinsFederal is the fourth largest credit union inthe state of Georgia with 17 branches and340 employees. Unlike some of the nationalfinancial institutions who are being affectedby current economic conditions, RobinsFederal is a financially strong organization."Many consumers are concerned abouttoday’s economy, says John Rhea,President/CEO for Robins Federal. "But2008 was our strongest year in our 55 yearhistory….we have money to lend and themortgage crisis has not affected our lendingpractices at all."

Robins Federal has a long history in WarnerRobins and Vice President ofAdministration, Dee Dee Côté says anyonein Houston County and Middle Georgia iswelcome to bank with us. "All our loandecisions are made locally," says Côté.Robins Federal offers a full range of

financial services to their customersincluding checking and savings accounts,auto and mortgage loans, business services,online services, investment services,certificates and IRAs, money marketaccounts and any financial service offeredat other institutions. Rates are competitiveat Robins Federal and many products andservices are free. "We have a high marketshare of auto loans locally," says Côté. Thisyear, clients can expect another greatservice that will soon be offered: MobileBanking, where clients will be able to bankfrom their cell phones and or PDA's.

Robins Federal is unique in its commitmentto serving the Middle Georgia area andtakes great pride in its dedication inproviding more than just basic services."We feel community support is veryimportant," says Traci Jolley, MarketingManager. "We encourage our staff tovolunteer in community activities”. For thepast two years, Robins Federal has been thetop fundraiser for Houston County's Relayfor Life, raising over $20,000 each year.Other activities include Christmas in April,Habitat for Humanity and United Way.

Robins Federal Credit Union was established in 1954. Agroup of 13 Robins Air Force Base civilian and militarypersonnel signed the application for a charter andrequested membership for "civilian employees andcommissioned officers of the Department of the AirForce who worked at or had headquarters at Robins AirForce Base in Georgia; employees of this credit union,members of their immediate families and organizationsof such persons." The charter was approved on March23, 1954 and by April, (Robins Federal) opened forbusiness.

In 2000, Robins Federal changed to a communitycharter in order to offer financial services to anyone inMiddle Georgia. Today, Robins Federal offers

Ken’s Audio-Video-Car-StereoIf you're looking for anupdate to your homeor car, stop in at Ken'slocated at 2040Watson Boulevard. For more information,call (478) 929- KENS or visitwww.kensonline.com.

Robins. "I would say the number one thingis being able to serve to people, becauseyou get so many different folks," saysMichael. Over the years, the store hasgrown and is currently the largestindependent consumer electronics store inGeorgia.

Ken's knowledgeable professionals areCEDIA certified and provide an exceptionallevel of service to the community. "Whenthings need to be done, we have peoplequalified in their fields for every part of ourbusiness," says Michael. Ken's qualifiedprofessionals include a team of experts whoperform installations, a separate team ofexperts who do custom installations for carstereos, and a custom service team whoperform repairs at homes. Other servicesoffered include video surveillance, hometheater, home automation, whole housemusic – the most popular product sold - caraudio, car video and full car securitysystems. Clients automatically receive alifetime installation warranty. "We takegreat pride in our service to our clients,"says Michael. "I can truly say, from the

bottom of my heart, that every clientmatters 100 percent, regardless ofmoney…we want to know whether yourexperience was good, tell us what we cando to make it better."

This number one Christian-based companycarries a full line of products and brandsincluding Sony, LG, Yamaha, Klipsch,Mitsubishi, Alpine, JL Audio and muchmore. Ken's also employs a carpenter, paintman and professionals who do wood work."We do everything from the floor up," saysMichael. "Our clients are constantlycomplimenting our installers."

Clients can rest assured they are obtaininggreat service in an industry that introducesnew products every six months - a keyreason Ken's believes in educatingconsumers about electronics. Ken'seducational mission is manifested in theirweekly television broadcast on Cox Cableand Fox channel. Michael hosts the show,which showcases exceptional workaccomplished by Ken's professionals.

As a family-owned business, Ken's has been serving theMiddle Georgia area for 30 years. Ken Jones started thecompany in 1978 after discovering Macon lacked a storewith a good service department. Ken wantedconsumers to be informed about services and productsin a constantly evolving industry. Vice-President of thecompany and Ken's son, Michael, says, "Our company'stried and true motto is that we will not carry anything inour company we can't service…everything is done here,we do not send things off - our technicians work onthings here."

Michael graduated in 1986 and, along with his brother,Kenny, decided to work for the company. Michael saidhe immediately enjoyed working at Ken's in Warner


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Lipson FabricsLipson Fabrics islocated in StantomPlaza at 1736 WatsonBoulevard in WarnerRobins. For moreinformation, call (478) 923-8557 or visitwww.lipsonfabrics.com.

that time, many businesses were not hiring,so Mr. Lipson began helping his mother. "Atthe time, drapery salesmen would come byand say the town needs more draperyfabrics, but we were doing well at thetime," says Mr. Lipson. One day his motherwas approached by a landlord who wasbuilding a shopping center. "He asked if shewanted to put a shop in the building,"explains Mr. Lipson. The store opened onRiverside and the pair decided to offerupholstery and dress fabrics. A couple ofyears later, Mr. Lipson expanded the storeby offering custom upholstery and draperyservices, and later closed the dress fabricshop. Lipson Fabrics has kept up with thetimes, by offering consistent, reliableservice and a large collection of fabrics."We stay current," says Mr. Lipson. "We goto fabric markets, buy new first qualityinventory." Customers may also requestspecial order fabrics.

Since Lipson Fabrics moved to WarnerRobins, customers from various counties inthe state continue to enjoy the services and

quality of products. Some drive from as faras Savannah due to the large selection. Thearray of fabrics and unique services such ascustom design of draperies, bed spreads,dust ruffles, pillows, upholstery and muchmore, is refreshing for customers. Providingquality service is important to theprofessionals at Lipson Fabrics. Besidesspecializing in custom drapery andupholstery fabrics, Lipson Fabrics alsoprovides installation services, plantationshutters and blinds, and decorating entirehomes. Furniture can also be reupholsteredand customers can obtain free estimates.

The store carries a wide variety of children'sfabric. "We can do children's rooms, fromwindow treatments to diaper bags," saysMr. Lipson. The attraction of this impressivestore is that Mr. Lipson and his teampersonally selects fabrics with the home inmind. Many people in Middle Georgia enjoya relaxed and inviting style in their homesand Lipson carries fabrics with this localtaste in mind.

Looking for custom design work for your home? Look nofurther than Lipson Fabrics located in Warner Robins.The store opened 40 years ago in Macon and recentlylocated to its Warner Robins location on WatsonBoulevard. Eric Lipson felt that Warner Robins offeredimmense opportunities for his business. "The growth inWarner Robins is phenomenal," says Mr. Lipson. Whenthe decision came to relocate, Mr. Lipson brought thesame supply of products and added to it. Currently,Lipson Fabrics has the largest inventory south ofAtlanta.

Lipson Fabrics began as a family business. Mr. Lipson’smother sold dress fabrics in Shurlington Plaza. During

Hearing AssociatesHearing Associates islocated at 302 MargieDrive in WarnerRobins. For moreinformation, call (478) 953-2705 or visitwww.allaboutears.com.

noise levels and many are retiring withhearing loss. Annette says by the age of 50,everyone should receive a hearing test,unless problems arise earlier. Theprofessionals at Hearing Associatesrecognize the need for these hearingevaluations and are committed to providingservices to improve the lives of thoseaffected by hearing loss. Clients areprovided with a number of comprehensiveservices including complete audiologicalevaluations, testing, counseling, educationand assistive devices. Hearing loss affectsover 10 percent of the U.S. population, anestimated 30 million people.

Research has shown improving hearing isassociated with a better quality of life. "Ifyou wait until you can't hear anything, itwill be too late," says Annette. "You'll havespent so much time losing time witheveryone around you…hearing loss is not abenign problem." People with hearing lossexperience a significant loss ofcommunication, which can often affectfamily relationships. The impact can leavedevastating effects, which is why thehearing industry is attempting to change

the image of hearing devices.

As technology progresses in other areas oflife, hearing devices are constantly evolving.Several manufacturers, including Phonak,Oticon and Siemens, are offering peoplewith hearing loss an opportunity to improvetheir hearing with new devices. Theproducts are designed for ear to earcommunication, which is what happensnaturally in human brains. "The companiesare working really hard not to make theseproducts hearing aids, but to make thempersonal hearing devices," says Annette."They want you to get back into your lifeand not allow small things that will causeyou to stumble and fall." The newtechnology includes the benefit of lessnoise and are less conspicuous than theolder models.

Hearing evaluations and services offered atHearing Associates are provided both toadults and children. Although Annetteencourages hearing evaluations to peopleover 50, she says younger people should beextremely cautious around loud noise. "Ifyou're shouting against the background, it'stoo loud," she says.

"Hearing aids are moving with the times," says AnnettePeppard, a licensed audiologist with over 20 years ofexperience. "Now, hearing aids are being called,personal hearing devices, designed to keep youconnected." They also help clients connect withelectronic devices such as ipods, televisions, andtelephones. "The idea is to keep you in touch," saysAnnette. These new apparatuses are being targeted tothose who have grown up with ear phones and bluetooth phone connections.

The Middle Georgia area has a significant retirementpopulation and many require hearing services. "There'sa large retirement population because of how manypeople are retiring from Robins Air Force Base," saysAnnette. Workers on the Base are exposed to high

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Houston Asphalthired. "We are here to serve thecommunity in any way we can," saysMark. "We offer discounts to militarypersonnel…we also complete the job in atimely fashion, to avoid disrupting ourcustomers’ lives." The company performsmany jobs for large companies, such asRobins Air Force Base. Houston Asphaltprovides customers with pavementservices including driveways, potholes,line stripping, roads within subdivisionsand apartment complexes, parking lots,churches and much more. This family-owned business is operated and ownersupervised. Clients are provided with freeestimates and no job is too small or toolarge. Mark works with his employeesand says the company provides greatquality, but affordable services.

Houston Asphalt offers quick, efficientand reliable service that is guaranteed tosatisfy any customer. All the equipmentused by Houston Asphalt employees arenew and are constantly being updated."A lot of our customers notice how clean

our equipment is kept," says Mark. "Thisis an indication that we take pride inwhat we do for our customers and wetake pride in the jobs we do." Mark andHouston Asphalt foremen have civilengineering degrees and every employeeis state certified and drug free.Employees pass a quarterly drug test andreceive regular training.

Houston Asphalt uses a combination ofstone, sand or gravel bound together byasphalt cement. Once pavement is laid, ittakes 24 hours to harden. Asphalt iswidely used around the country to pavehighways and roadways. There are greatbenefits in choosing Houston Asphalt foryour paving needs including a smooth,quiet and safe ride experience; moreeconomical, durable and long-lastingpaving material compared to concrete;properly designed, built and maintainedpavement, which provides a renewable,skid-resistance surface, and material thatis 100 percent recyclable.

Third generation paver, Mark Buckland, foundedHouston Asphalt in 1991. For over 20 years, thecompany has been serving Warner Robins, Maconand surrounding areas. "I was raised in the pavingbusiness and now I serve the Middle Georgia areaproviding commercial, residential and industrialservices," says Mark. Houston Asphalt has paved alot of the new businesses that came to MiddleGeorgia. The company offers affordable rates tocustomers so they can afford to have a parking lotand open up a business.

Houston Asphalt started out with two employees andhas grown to 16 full-time employees. During thesummer months, additional seasonal employees are

Big Peach Antiques MallThe Big PeachAntiques Mall islocated at 119Peachtree Parkway inByron behind thePeach Shops of Byron.For more information,call (478) 956-1968.

John's father, John Haley Senior, hadopened an antique mall years ago inWarner Robins and eventually sold it tofamily friends. Today, John says his fatherhas been a tremendous asset to the BigPeach and currently works as a dealer.John's mother, Shirley, also works as adealer. John is a single father, who bringshis 5-year old daughter to the antiquesmall to help out, similar to his ownchildhood experience. This family-ownedbusiness includes a wonderful group ofpeople and dealers that are committed toserving the community in a unique way.The staff is friendly and always eager tohelp customers find what they're lookingfor. "If you collect anything…you can findit here," says John. Customers may alsorequest items if they cannot find whatthey're looking for. "Many people areshocked by what they can purchasehere," says John. Even in a difficulteconomy, the Big Peach Antiques Mallhas been able to offer customers items atgreat prices.

The Big Peach Antiques Mall is not onlyan antiques mall. "You can also findnewer items and new furniture here,"says John. Products include everythingimaginable such as glassware, art,jewelry, local arts, crafts, pottery, giftitems, collectibles and more. Customersappreciate that the mall is clean andinviting. As a great community entity,John says the Big Peach Antiques Mallworks with the Warner Robins antiquesmall that used to be owned by his father."We share some of the same dealers,"says John. "Between the two malls,customers are sent back and forth,depending on what is available….we workvery hard to make our clients happy."

John has made many improvements onthe building, including installing a fullyaccessible ramp for the disabled, snackbar, and a paved parking lot. The BigPeach Antiques Mall is also climatecontrolled and welcomes bus tours andRV travelers.

The Big Peach Antiques Mall is the number one spotto pick up a number of great products. Located inByron behind the Peach Shops, the Big PeachAntiques Mall has 28,000 square feet and over 140dealers. "We filled the place with dealers during ourfirst month and now we have a waiting list to get in,"says owner, John Harley II. John says his love ofantiques drove him to open Big Peach Antiques."When I was five years-old, my parents got intoantiques as a hobby and they used to set up in fleamarkets," says John. "I grew up with a passion for itand love selling, so I fell naturally into it."

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For your pavement needs, call Houston Asphalttoday at (478) 922-0066 and get a free estimate!Visit www.houstonasphaltco.com.

Jonathan Kellerman is one of myfavorite authors. His books featuringAlex Delaware, a psychologist whoworks as an advisor to the Los AngelesPolice Department, capture my interestand hold me spellbound. Lately,however, I have no�ced a diminu�on oftheir effect on me. The stories havebeen too forced and the charactersinvolved not as appealing. So I readKellerman’s new novel BONES with ajaundiced eye. Happily it is as freshand refreshing as this author’s earlierworks.

BONES focuses on one case, a series ofbodies turn up in a wilderness preserve. A young detec�venamed Moses Reed catches the case and asks for assistancefrom Detec�ve Milo Sturgis. Sturgis, as usual, brings AlexDelaware along for the ride and for the inevitable consulta�on.

The case ends up involving the rich and famous as well as themore depraved types involved in the underbelly of Los Angeles.More bodies and more murders are discovered before theperpetrators are finally discovered. It takes some supersleuthing on the part of Delaware, Sturgis, and Reed to arrive atthe proper solu�on.

One of the more interes�ng aspects of the book is the care andtraining of Moses Reed by Sturgis. He brings the youngerdetec�ve along while not �pping his hand that he is training himin the everyday aspects of the job. This is where Kellermanshines. He is par�cularly adept at adding nuances to hischaracter’s lives.

In BONES, very li�le a�en�on is given to Delaware’s personallife. His wife Robin comes on the scene from �me to �me, butnot with much involvement in the story. BONES is a study of acase and the people inves�ga�ng it.

There is a security in reading Kellerman. He moves his storiesfrom point A to point B un�l the crime is solved and the storycompleted. Everything is very linear and there is no confusionas to �me sequences or misplaced events.

BONES is Kellerman’s best story of some �me. It tells of a seriesof crimes that are both vicious and fascina�ng. Theinves�ga�on is by the book and the steady police work getsresults. Throw in the complex and dis�nct personali�es involvedand you have a story that is fun to read.

If you are a fan of logical mystery solving, then JonathanKellerman is the author for you. He doesn’t hit a home runevery �me with his stories but his ba�ng average on success ishigh. Mark him down as an author you should get to know.

BONES is published by Ballan�ne Books. It contains 353 pagesand sells for approximately $27.00. Visit The Perry Bookstore at907 Carroll Street in Perry to pick up your copy and enjoy!

BOOK REVIEW: BONESby Jackie K. Cooper

Jackie K. [email protected]

Every year in February, thousands ofpeople across the world celebrate Valen�ne’s Day. Gi�s, candy, flowers,and jewelry are exchanged to celebrateromance between lovers. Do you everwonder how this tradi�on started?The legend of Valen�ne’s Day isshrouded in much controversy, but bymost accounts, the event we nowcelebrate started around fourthcentury B.C...

The story..

It seemed to Claudius II of the RomanEmpire, that soldiers who were marriedwere not as focused as his singlerecruits so he outlawed marriage forthe young men. A young priest named

Valen�ne, realizing the injus�ce of the decree, beganperforming marriages in secret. When Claudius learned of thesecret ceremonies, he immediately ordered Valen�ne to be putto death. It is believed that while awai�ng execu�on, Valen�nehealed the prison guard’s daughter of her blindness. It is saidthat the jailors daughter became fond of Valen�ne, visi�ng himo�en. Before his death, he allegedly wrote her a le�er which hesigned “from your Valen�ne”, an expression s�ll in use today. Itis not surprising that by the Middle Ages, Valen�ne was one ofthe most popular saints in Europe.

The Gemstone for February

You may know that the birthstone for the month of February isamethyst, but did you know that the amethyst was believed inancient �mes to possess certain mys�cal powers and medicinaluses? Even the Greek word for which amethyst is derived,”amethystos”, actually means sober. It was used to make winegoblets, put in drinks, and held under the tongue to preventdrunkenness. It was also believed to heal snakebites, heightenintellect, induce deeper sleep and cure stomach acid. Allmys�cism aside, scien�sts have long been amazed by the bizarrecrystalline structure of amethyst which is unique among allother types of quarts.

Amethyst has a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale of hardness(sapphire is 9 and diamond is 10). Amethyst jewelry is easilycleaned with soap and water. Abrasives should not be used.The color of amethyst is rela�vely stable, however, longexposure to intense sunlight may fade the intense color in rareoccurrences.

Sam Sa�erfield and Van Dempsey are owners/founders of Sa�erfieldand Dempsey Jewelers. Sa�erfield and Dempsey Jewelers wasestablished in 2000, but Sam and Van’s rela�onship goes back to thelate 1980’s. Sam has his cer�ficate from the Gemological Ins�tute ofAmerica (GIA) and Van is a Graduate Gemologist.

THE HISTORY OFVALENTINE’S DAY

by Van Dempsey & Sam Satterfield

Van Dempsey andSam SatterfieldOwnersSatterfield & DempseyJewelers(478) [email protected]

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Q. Henry, you may have been theonly person to have predicted Atlantato win nine to ten games before theregular season. What did you knowthat the rest of us didn’t?

A. Yeah, most of the pundits and so-called “experts” had picked theFalcons to win around four games. Mypredic�on wasn’t due just to the factthat I am a “homer” and get overlyop�mis�c before each season. I wasconvinced that the new organiza�onfrom general manager ThomasDimitroff to coach Mike Smith had theright formula for turning the Falconfortunes around in a short period of

�me. With the veterans who were cut loose, the dra� choicesselected, and the free agents who were signed, you could seethat this organiza�on was driven to building a winningenvironment in Atlanta from day one. They exceeded even myexpecta�ons with 11 wins and a playoff berth.

Q. Though you were confident with this team, which playerssurprised you most in 2008?

A. I knew how good a quarterback we were ge�ng in Ma�Ryan and I expected him to have a good year – not a great yearwhich is what he actually had. If his learning curve con�nues togo up, then you may be witnessing one of the greatestquarterbacks in NFL history. The offensive line played muchbe�er than everyone’s expecta�ons and the receiving corpswas above average. On the nega�ve side as far as surprises go,I was disappointed with the lack of improvement from formerfirst round dra� pick Jamal Anderson. Shi�ing him to tackle orusing him as a back-up defensive end is my sugges�on.

Q. What changes will be made with the team before the 2009season?

A. The current organiza�on has shown their skill in evalua�ngNFL caliber talent and I think that they will find defensivelinemen and linebacker help in the dra� as well as in freeagency. We will probably see some fan favorites get cut due toage and that could include Keith Brooking, Lawyer Malloy, andmaybe Grady Jackson. The schedule will be tougher in 2009, sothe Falcons will have to improve their team to keep up.

Henry Leslie is owner of Carpet Salvage and considered one ofthe biggest Falcon fans in Middle Georgia.

Henry LeslieOwnerCarpet Salvage(478) 474-4447

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The news is filled with troubledindustries struggling to survive. Manyhealthy organiza�ons, however, seethese �mes as an unequaledopportunity to improve their cultures,processes, and results.

A bewildering variety of availableservices can be confusing. Let’s look at each of them.

Training is focused at providing newknowledge or skill. The agenda isusually fixed with defined desiredoutcomes. Organiza�ons seek outsidetrainers either because the skill orknowledge is so specialized or becauseof an unusually competent process

used in transferring the knowledge and skill. Training usuallyoccurs in groups, but can also be delivered one-to-one.

Mentoring usually occurs as a career-oriented rela�onshipbetween an older or more experienced person (the mentor) anda younger or less experienced individual (the mentee).Interac�ons usually focus on crea�ng future behaviors of thementee based on the experiences of the mentor.

Consul�ng is similar to mentoring, except that therela�onship is usually short-lived and focuses on resolvingspecific problems. The consultant is called in to assess thesitua�on, then provide op�ons or answers based on specializedknowledge or experience. The contrac�ng organiza�on thenchooses to accept, reject, or alter the proposed sugges�ons.

Counseling usually focuses on overcoming an individual’sdeficit or limita�on. Some organiza�ons have created programsof employee and family assistance for interpersonal difficul�esor a lack of clarity or direc�on.

Therapy typically deals with healing some dysfunc�on,repairing a past pain or issue. Therapists tend to disclose li�le,so there is a power differen�al with the client. Therapy fortroubled individuals may be conducted in groups or privatelyand may be minimally invasive (perhaps indis�nguishable fromcounseling) or extensive (even requiring medica�on orhospitaliza�on).

Coaching is a high form of personalized learning. The coachcreates an environment where clients are free to generate andexplore op�ons, and deal with their strengths and aspira�ons.The coach helps individuals move from where they are now towhere they want to be, ask thought-provoking ques�ons andevoke answers from the client’s awareness and percep�ons.

Not sure what’s right for your organiza�on? Feel free to call me,and I’ll explore with you the op�ons you might consider.

Dennis Hooper has 30 years experience in line and human resourceposi�ons with Procter & Gamble and the Weyerhaeuser Company. Forthe past 10 years, he’s been helping organiza�ons enhance theircultures, processes, and results through leadership development.

COACHING: HELPING “GOOD”GET BETTERby Dennis Hooper

Dennis HooperLeadership Coach(478) 988-0237www.buildingfutureleaders.com

There are some things in life that areop�onal. For example, you are on thecar lot and trying to decide what colorand op�ons you want, and whetheryou should get leather or cloth. Or,you find yourself at Best Buy in the T.V.sec�on and the salesman is showingyou the benefits of High Defini�on T.V.versus tradi�onal T.V. sets. You thenhave decided if you want DLP, LCD, orplasma in 32, 40, or 52 inch? Life is fullof op�ons and choices!

Similarly, the Chris�an walk also is filledwith op�ons. We are faced withtempta�on on a regular basis and havethe op�on to give in or say no; toentertain that thought or bring it into

cap�vity. The op�on to look that direc�on or turn your head; towalk in the spirit or please the flesh.

Some things in life are op�onal, but if you want to survive in thedaily ba�le as a Chris�an, the breastplate of righteousness is notjust another op�on!

The word “breastplate” was what they also called the coat ofmail. The coast was the armor that covered the body from theneck to the thighs and consisted of two parts, one covering thefront and the other the back. The breast-plate defended theheart and lungs, and all those vital func�ons that are containedin what is called the region of the thorax. No Roman soldierwould go into ba�le without his breastplate — a tough,sleeveless piece of armor that covered his full torso. It was o�enmade of leather or heavy linen, onto which were sewnoverlapping slices of animal hooves or horns or pieces of metal.Some were made of large pieces of metal molded or hammeredto conform to the body. The purpose of that piece of armor isobvious — to protect the major organs within the body.

So you see… it was foolish to go out into ba�le without thiscri�cal piece of armor on. You would essen�ally be commi�ngsuicide! You wouldn’t stand a chance. All it took was onearrow, spear, or knife stuck in your mid-sec�on and yourchances of survival would plummit downhill fast!

The bible says to put on the breastplate of righteousnes. Simply,pu�ng on the breastplate of righteousness is to live in daily,moment-by-moment obedience to our heavenly Father. Thebo�om line is this: if you want to win in life, the breastplate isnot an op�on. It is cri�cal!

Rusty has been the Pastor of the Mikado Bap�st Church since 2001, andpreviously was an assistant pastor/youth pastor in two churches in theAtlanta area for 14 years. The Lord has given him many opportuni�esto speak at Chris�an camps, colleges, youth retreats, and revivalsacross the United States and in foreign countries. He and his wife aregraduates of Tennessee Temple University and they have two children,Sco� and Joy.

THE BREASTPLATE IS NOT AN OPTIONby Rusty Smith

Rusty SmithPastorMikado Baptist Church(478) 781-2324 [email protected]


A revolu�onary new technology fromSyneron Refirme ST combinesradiofrequency (RF) with infrared (IR)light. During treatment, the two worktogether to gently heat the skin in thearea the hand piece is applied to. Theoutcome is twofold: immediate�ghtening of the exis�ng collagenfibers in the skin provide a visible li�and firming of sagging skin. The effectis so no�ceable that our pa�ents gaspfor joy and disbelief when we showthem the mirror half way through(comparing treated to untreatedsides), and at the end of the session.What you see, as impressive as it is, isnot all that you get! The long termeffect is also important: the skin

perceives the treatment as a sign that it needs to rejuvenateitself and revs up collagen produc�on for 6-12 months a�er thelast treatment! Thus, the immediate �ghtening effect isfollowed by a las�ng regenera�on and improvement.

Syneron Refirme ST can be used to gently li� and �ghten thenasiolabial lines, the jowls, so�en the crows feet and elevatethe eyebrows, without surgery. Body areas such as loose skinaround the belly bu�on, inner arms, and inner thighs havebeen responsive to treatments. Best of all, the procedureinvolves minimal discomfort. This is completely different fromother technologies, such as Thermage, that have been recordedto be rather painful, and o�en have been performed underseda�on. Those technologies also are considered to be lesssafe by experts and have significant poten�al side effects. Thetechnical reasons behind this is the difference in technology.The bipolar RF u�lized by Refirme insures safety by allowing theRF to pass only between the two poles of the hand piecepla�orm, limi�ng RF effect only to that small, well defined area.Thermage, on the other hand, u�lizes monopolar RF, whichkeeps traveling, un�l the natural resistance of the skin wearsout it's energy. This becomes significant in areas such asaround the eyes, where precision is extremely important, or theneck, where excessive monopolar RF was shown to causethinning of the fat layer and leave depressions. The SyneronRefirme treatments are also less �me consuming than Titan, adifferent technology using IR without the help of RF.

Most importantly, the immediate visible improvement isunparalleled by any other technology! Las�ng results takeapproximately five in-office treatments with Syneron RefirmeST. A�er each treatment, you are up and ready to con�nue yourday, perphaps a bit rosey cheeked, but with no down �merequired. The only thing you have to lose is that loose skin! Call Bri�any at (478) 929-2190 for your consulta�on today!

Dr. Cur�s Hayslip a�ended the University of Georgia College andgraduated from the Medical College of Georgia, School of Den�stry.He is dedicated to the latest advancements in cosme�c den�stry.

Dr. Curtis HayslipDoctor of DentistryMiddle Georgia Centerfor Cosmetic Dentistry(478) 929-2190www.smilesbyhayslip.com

LIFT YEARS OFF YOUR FACEWITHOUT SURGERY!

by Dr. Curtis Hayslip


It’s never too soon to age gracefully.You’ve invested in your rela�onshipsand your finances, and you’ve enjoyedthe return. Now is YOU �me.

Ages of Grace

20s – Environmental factors willcontribute to many of the changes inyour skin as you get older. It’simportant to invest in a true skin carerou�ne that includes sun protec�on.

30s – Cellular turnover has sloweddown a bit, here’s a quick �p:Exfolia�on gives dull skin a new glow.A�er all, confidence may be one ofthe best kept beauty secrets.

40s – If you’ve lived a life of laughterand love, keep smiling. Facial expressions are nothing the rightmoisturizer, line reducer, and eye cream can’t address.

50+ – As the skin ages, it loses moisture. Hydrate your skinwith an intense moisturizer before bed. Your commitment totaking care of your skin can help you look gorgeous at 50 andbeyond.

Tradi�onal to trendse�ng – the rightshade of lips�ck and head turning eyecolor are “must have” accessories.Why not experiment and discover whatmakes you feel beau�ful?With our Hollywood style makeuptools, beauty blo�ers, glamourbrushes, and highligh�ng pens, you cancreate your own signature look.

Go ahead, change your mind… bebusiness one moment and flirty thenext, however, what never changes isour need to get the right look at theright �me. So, is there any reason whyyou wouldn’t want to celebrate yourNew Year with a Customized You?

Evelyn Hill, Independent Execu�ve Senior Sales Director, withCosme�cs made a life changing decision 25 years ago when she le� apres�gious government posi�on to join an interna�onal community ofwomen entrepreneurs. She has never looked back. Following thecompany’s step by step plan she has successfully built her business onthe priori�es of God first, family second, and career third with themission of enriching women’s lives. She earned the company’s highesthonor, the “Miss Go-Give Award”; and she currently is driving her 8thPink Cadillac. She has a passion for leading and inspiring women tolook their best, and be their best. Evelyn is married to Marion and theyhave three children.

INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE –IT’S ABOUT TIME

by Evelyn Hill

Evelyn HillIndependent Future ExecutiveSenior Sales DirectorMary Kay(478) 988-2659www.marykay.com/ehill3

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Almost all homes built over the lasttwenty years in Houston County areconstructed on slabs, and almost all inMacon are built on crawlspaces withwooden floor systems. What is thebest? We have had the privilege ofinspec�ng over sixteen thousandhomes in Warner Robins and Maconduring the last thirty years and as aresult of this, I can conclusively tellyou that slabs are the best way to go...yes slabs!

Whenever I make this statement, thefirst ques�on that I am asked is: “Mr.Dominick, what if the pipes break?”.Good ques�on. If the pipes break inthe slab then either you will have tocut out part of the slab to access them

or you will need to re-route the plumbing through the a�c-bummer! However, pipes rarely break under slabs for severalgood reasons. The first is that they will never freeze since thesoil temperature stays around 50 degrees year round. Secondly,there are no home inspectors, termite men, or plumberscrawling around under the house bumping into the pipes andcausing damage. And finally, all modern construc�on requiresthat the water pipes under a slab are con�nuous runs withoutconnectors. Most leaks occur at connec�ons, so this problem isavoided.

The posi�ve reasons for slabs are evenmore obvious. Termites do not eatconcrete! Slab homes can get termitesin the walls if the house is not treatedbut there is no wooden floor system tobe devoured by the li�le cri�ers. Yourfloors will not rot out due to wetcrawlspace condi�ons and since thereis no place for water to accumulateunder the house then the likelihood ofdeveloping mold problems is muchless.

If you are building a home on a slab, then there are somethings to be watching for. One is not to build at a low point ona lot where water will accumulate around the house as a wetlot will tend to allow se�ling. Also be careful that the builderhas installed the gravel or sand layers carefully followed by theplas�c vapor barrier over the sand or gravel. This will insurethat moisture is kept away from the cement and will not “wick”up through the floor or at any cracks. But take it from yourhome inspector — I have a rule which is not to buy anyinvestment property unless it is built on a slab!

Ned Dominick is the owner of Na�onal Home Inspec�ons and has beeninspec�ng homes all over Middle Georgia since 1978. He is a cer�fiedmember of the American Society of Home Inspectors ASHI. For more goto his website at www.housetalk.net

TO SLAB OR NOT TO SLAB –THAT IS THE QUESTION

by Ned Dominick

Ned DominickOwnerNational HomeInspections(478) [email protected]

The Criterion Referenced CompetencyTest (CRCT) is fast approaching (April15-21) and teachers everywhere inHouston County are working diligentlyto make sure students are well-prepared! First and second graderstake the reading, language arts, andmath por�on of the test. Third, fourth,and fi�h graders take the reading,language arts, math, science, andsocial studies por�ons. Each sec�on istested on separate days. It is verycri�cal that parents take part in thetest prepara�on, working hand-in-hand with the teachers. If peoplearen’t in the educa�on field, manyaren’t knowledgeable about ways tohelp at home and may not want to askfor advice or �ps. Below are a few

things parents can do to help children prepare for thisimportant week:

Homework is cri�cal. Ask your child if he or she has anyhomework and sit with them while they are working.Recognize thought processes and WHY they answer ques�ons acertain way. Ask them to explain the reasoning behind a choiceor explana�on.

CRCT Online is a great tool to help children. If you haveinternet access, your child has a username and password to getinto the program. The ques�ons are much like those on thetest and provide valuable experience for your child.

Teach your child the “process of elimina�on.” We ALL had totake some type of standardized test growing up, and theprocess of elimina�on is a common way to narrow downanswers to make the best choice. Ask why certain answerscannot be correct for the ques�on. This helps them go throughthe thought process of narrowing the choices.

Help with reading: If your child is reading a book or watching amovie, ask your child to repeat the plot, characters, and these�ng. Ask your child to retell what happens in the beginning,middle and end. A�er reading a book together, ask ques�onsabout what happened.

Help in Language Arts: Work on increasing your child’svocabulary by using and defining more difficult words ineveryday speech. Prac�ce using antonyms and synonyms.Have your child become proficient at alphabe�cal order byorganizing materials (books, kitchen supplies, CDs).

Help in MATH: prac�ce math facts, computa�on, pa�erns, andsequencing. Create graphs based on family ac�vi�es andprac�ce �me and money concepts.

Call your child’s school and ask for help. Teachers are alwaysmore than willing to give parents �ps!

Houston County has a reputa�on for academic excellence!Let’s keep it that way by ge�ng involved!

Dr. Jolie D. HardinPrincipalMatt Arthur Elementary School(478) [email protected]

CALLING ALL ELEMENTARY ANDMIDDLE SCHOOL PARENTS!

by Dr. Jolie D. Hardin


“I canconclusively tell

you that slabsare the best way to go...yes slabs!”

I hope you have enjoyed your holidayswith friends and family and arefocused as never before to seeing yourbusiness go to the next level. Takeyour business to the next level withthese great marke�ng resolu�ons for2009.

Seriously think about and write yourmarke�ng goals for 2009. This is avery important part of being successfulin business. If we write down ourgoals we are more than 90% morelikely to actually do what we have onthe list. Now that you have it inwri�ng, post them where you can seethem. For example, you can use aposter board and put it up on the wall.

Using this proven strategy helps to keep you focused and each�me you complete one of the goals, mark it off the list andcelebrate. When you celebrate small successes, you are morelikely to stay with the “program”. It doesn’t ma�er how small agoal might be or how far out of reach one might seem, just“write it down”. As you follow your progress you will begin tosee a pa�ern emerge. You will develop a sense ofaccomplishment and then those once thought “dreams” willcome into a clear view of possibility. As the saying goes, “Youmust work a plan and you must plan to work”.

You should have clearly defined expecta�ons for yourself and aclearly defined budget. What? You don’t have one? That’s o.k.it’s not too late, but, START NOW! Even if it’s only somethingsmall, put away something each week or bi-weekly and s�ck toit. As you begin to mark off the items that you would like tohave and now have, you will start to figure out which items inyour marke�ng campaign are working for you or against you.

If you follow a plan to help you get out of debt and stay thatway, you can apply the same principles to a marke�ng andadver�sing strategy for 2009. Don’t be discouraged by whatyou hear on TV or radio. Are they what made you decide to gointo business in the first place? I think not, so don’t let themstop you.

If every business owner out there followed this simple strategyand didn’t veer off course, get greedy, or borrow from theirbudget to pay bills, imagine how different our current worldeconomic status would be.

I want to encourage you to think differently, live inten�onally,and buy locally. Resolve to make a difference in 2009.

Terri Minter began a career in the direct mail industry with thepurchase of A Complete Mailing Service in 1999. She merged hercompany with MarSan Graphics in December 2006. Then, MarSanGraphics and The Sign Store merged in July 2007 to form AscensionDesign Group. Terri is married to Ray, and they have two children Treyand Robin.

DEVELOP A MARKETING PLANFOR 2009by Terri Minter

Terri MinterMarketing ConsultantAscension Design Group(478) [email protected]


D.P. and Lois Grantham met each other inTallahassee, Florida while in high school. Lois wasin the 11th grade when the pair met and says theybegan da�ng soon a�er. Three years later onSeptember 10, 1945, the two married. The couplehad their first child in 1948 and in 1955, moved toWarner Robins.

D.P. says his brother had a trucking business anddecided to join him in helping with the moving andstorage aspect of the business. D.P. and Lois hadthree children and today, have six grandchildrenand three great-grandchildren, which they are veryproud of. The pair both say living for the Lord has alot to do with how long they've been married. "Iwould say church life has a lot to do with it," saysD.P. “And trea�ng each other right." In 1955, whenthe young parents moved to Warner Robins, theyimmediately joined First Bap�st Church on Watson

Boulevard and have been a�ending ever since.

The respect, honesty, and commitment to living forGod have greatly influenced their children andgrandchildren. Lois, who worked as a kindergartendirector at a church for many years and is thedaughter of a minister, says God needs to comefirst in a good and las�ng marriage. D.P. and Lois'daughter, Judy Lewis, says her parents have alwaysled by example." They didn't send us to church,they took us to church." Now, Judy's son works as aminister and is a missionary to Russia. He alsoteaches children.

D.P. and Lois have seen a lot change over the 63years they've been married, but their lovingcommitment to their marriage, extended family,and God, will remain unchanged for years to come.

Lois and D.P. Grantham

Tournament of Roses Contest Winners

Married Since:

September 10, 1945

Lois and D.P.Grantham

If you're one of the millions ofAmericans having a hard �me keepingyour goals, then changing how you thinkcould be the answer. You've probablyalready wri�en your goals down onpaper, stuck it on the fridge, and havementally se�led yourself in for the NewYear. This �me, you're determined tofollow through on your goals byreminding yourself that this �me, thingswill be different. According to a 2007Franklin Covey Survey, 35 percent of thesurveyed respondents break their NewYear's resolu�ons by the end of Januaryand only 23 percent don't ever breakthem. Nearly 40 percent of thosesurveyed a�ribute breaking theirresolu�ons to having too many otherthings to do, while 33 percent say theyare not commi�ed to the resolu�onsthey set.

Goals begin with a vision, says localauthor and mo�va�onal speaker, BobAlexander. "In life, it's important to havea road map," he says. Road maps serve

as a tool guide and goalsshould be based on asimilar concept. Alexandersays we need to knowwhere we are now, wherewe are in our professionallives, personal lives, andspiritual lives in order todetermine where we wantto go. We also need tofocus our vision on wherewe need to go, once weassess where we currentlyare. Dennis Hooper, amo�va�onal speaker basedin Houston County, saysgoal-se�ng is based onpersonal values. "You needto evaluate for yourselfwhat your values are… don'tlet society establish whatthose values are for you,"says Hooper. Onesugges�on is to write downwhat is important to you.Hooper suggests you ask a

trusted friend, spouse or family memberto list values that are important to you,such as the importance of honesty, hardwork, or family �me in your life.

Once your vision and values areestablished, you have to determine howto accomplish your goals. Se�ng goalswithout being realis�c may ul�matelylead to giving up en�rely. So, approachyour goals by recognizing you arechanging your lifestyle. Human beingsare creatures of habit and change takes�me, pa�ence, and persistence. In hisbook, Making It Happen, Alexander saysthe process of goal-se�ng begins withthe following ques�ons: What is thespecific goal? Why do I want to achievethis? What are the obstacles? Who canhelp me? How will I do this? And whenwill I achieve this? He writes: "Theability to ask good ques�ons is essen�alto se�ng reasonable goals and crea�ng arealis�c plan that will turn the goal intoreality." Focus on what will make thebiggest impact on your life. If you plan

to lose weight, write down answers toAlexander's ques�ons and then treatthose answers as an ac�on guide.

We make many decisions on a daily basis.A 2007 Cornell Study found that peoplemake more than 200 decisions a dayabout food. When it comes to lifedecisions, we constantly are faced withchoices. Hooper says there are twoques�ons we need to ask ourselves whenit comes to making choices about ourgoals: what's the probable outcome ofthis choice and what's important to me?Following through on goals involves morethan just asking ques�ons. Goals requirea system of ac�on. One simple systemcan include wri�ng your goals from mostimportant to least important; expressingyour goals posi�vely; being precise withdates and �me frames you want toaccomplish said goals and deciding whento complete one small task daily that willhelp you towards that goal. When youwant to begin, find someone you can beaccountable to. "It's important to haveanother person to whom you areaccountable to, who is periodically goingto go, 'hey, what's going on?' Someonewho will confront you," says Hooper.That accountability system will ul�matelyencourage you to s�ck to your New Year'sresolu�ons.

One thing we can all count on in life ischange. Instead of thinking about instantgra�fica�on, Hooper says to concentrateon changes that last a life�me. So, thoseNew Year's goals you set need to reflect achange that will last long-term. Thismonth, sit with a family member orfriend and share your goals. Forgiveyourself when things don't go accordingto plan and congratulate yourself on aweekly or monthly basis when youaccomplish those small, a�ainable goals. ATWR

Share your story with us! What are yourtop three goals this year? [email protected].

New Year & New GoalsHard time keeping your goals?

Read on and take note of what to do differently!


"When the big sisters and brothers gettogether with the li�le sisters andbrothers, each �me… it is like at thatmoment, they each are the mostimportant person in the world," saysPresident and CEO, Dianna Glymph, ofBig Brothers Big Sisters Central Georgia.Sta�s�cs show that children who arementored do be�er all around. Manychildren have caring adults and posi�veinfluences in their lives that provide themwith the guidance and direc�on theyneed to face difficul�es in life. However,a lot of children lack posi�ve role modelsand grow up trying to figure things outon their own.

In Middle Georgia, there areorganiza�ons working to meet the needsof children who lack posi�ve role modelsin their lives. Big Brothers Big Sisters ofCentral Georgia report that 90% ofmentored children do be�er in school;90% went to school more o�en; 95% gotbe�er grades (and the program is not atutoring program) and 100% of thechildren avoided alcohol, teen pregnancy,and juvenile delinquency. These sta�s�csrepresent the 15 coun�es Big BrothersBig Sisters serve in Central Georgia. Thecoun�es include Houston, Bibb, Peach,Baldwin, Monroe, Jones, Twiggs, Laurens,Washington, Wilkinson, Green, Hancock,Putnam, and Jasper.

Director of Partnership for Big BrothersBig Sisters, Patricia Williamson says thereare 15 to 20 schools within HoustonCounty involved with the program withmore than 400 volunteers. "We s�ll needmore volunteers, though," saysWilliamson. One of the biggestchallenges for the organiza�on isrecrui�ng volunteers and finding enoughfinancial support. The organiza�on isheavily invested in the volunteers whowork with children in schools and in thecommunity.

Most of the mentoring programs inHouston County are run through BigBrothers Big Sisters. The two main partsof the program include communitymentoring and school mentoring.Community-based adult volunteers arematched up with school-aged childrenand serve as friends, mentors, and rolemodels. "In our community-basedprogram, our volunteers actually pick upthe child from their home and go into thecommunity and take them to the library,

to the park, back to their house to cookout and play board games, help withhomework, things like that," saysWilliamson. "They do things in thecommunity just a few hours a couple of�mes per month."

With the school-based program,volunteers visit children at school for 45minutes to one hour per week. Visits canoccur either during a specified �me atschool or during an a�er-school program.School-based programs allow volunteers16 years and older to par�cipate. Someschools allow volunteers to bring kids tothe computer lab so they can talk, takethem to the playground, or the library.Many college and high school studentswork as volunteers in the school-basedprogram. "The high school program isprobably my most favorite program," saysGlymph. "Because you are really havingan impact on two children's lives thisway… it's cool to be the football star orthe baseball star or, you know, in yourmind, the smartest kid in the class, butwhen a younger kid looks up to you, thenyou have a responsibility to maintainthose good quali�es that are going to getyou ahead in life."

Another great program offered by theorganiza�on is the R.E.A.C.H Program(Raising Educa�on Achievement ofChildren in Houston County), acollabora�on with Robins Air Force Base.Personnel on Base serve as mentors forchildren in Houston County schools. TheMentoring Children of Promise Programwill match adult mentors up withchildren who have one or twoincarcerated parents. "It's been reportedon the floors of Congress that if a childwho has one or both parentsincarcerated, without a posi�ve adultrole model in their life, they have a 70%chance of being incarceratedthemselves," says Williamson. When aposi�ve role model is placed into a child'slife, those sta�s�cs go down.

There are more than 55,000 childrenliving at or below the poverty level in the15 coun�es Big Brothers Big Sisters servein Central Georgia. Many children areunable to par�cipate in the programbecause more mentors and funds areneeded. If you are interested inmentoring a child or providing adona�on, visit www.bbbsheartga.org orcall (478) 745-3984. ATNM

Kids Don't Forget Their Mentors


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Northside MiddleSchool Principal EdMashburn recentlywas named the2008-09 GeorgiaMiddle SchoolPrincipal of the Year.Mashburn has 17years experience ineduca�on. Since2004, he has servedas principal of

Northside Middle, where he previouslyserved as assistant principal.

Perry High Schoolwon fourth placeat the State One-Act compe��onat Jones CountyHigh School withthe performance

of “The Yellow Boat.” Perry High made itto the state compe��on level by winningfirst place at the Region 1AAA One-Actcompe��on.

Catherine Greene recently was crowned Miss Hun�ngton Middle School2008-09. Catherine is an eighth-grader at HMS. Carmen Foskey was the1st runner-up. The Miss HMS Court is pictured (le� to right): SydneyMenges, 3rd runner-up; Carmen Foskey, 1st runner-up; Catherine Greene,Queen; Taylor Fauth, 2nd runner- up; and Anna Bell, 4th runner-up.

Houston County High students LaurieBeth Nix, Talia Mangus, Alexa Mangus,and Taylor Conway recently a�ended theFCCLA Cluster mee�ng in Jacksonville,Florida. The conference offeredleadership training, mo�va�onalspeakers, and informa�on oncompe��ve events. Talia serves as StateFCCLA Vice President of Public Rela�ons.They were accompanied by theiradvisers Nelda Clay and Jane Cooper.

David A. Perdue PrimarySchool recently collectedsocks to send as a gi� tothe troops overseas. Atotal of 555 pairs of sockswere collected school-wide. Studentrepresenta�ves fromthroughout the schoolare pictured.

WRHS Boys Swim Team (14-0) recently won first place by defea�ng14 teams at the North Forsyth Invita�onal in Gainesville. Theyearned 156.5 points. Top scorer was Erik Hanson with 20 pts. for hisfirst place finish and state qualifying �me in the 500 free and his 2ndplace in the 100 fly. Michael Gregory earned 15 pts. with his 50 freeand 100 free. Paul Poorman added 15 pts and edged closer to astate �me in the 500 free. Freshmen Danny Hogan scored 5 pts. inthe 200 IM, while Sean Taylor had 2 pts. and Bill Hopf had 1 pt.

Ma� Arthur Elementary Mighty Knights recently chosen for being greatexamples of the character trait "compassion."


Dr. Cassie Rape, gi�ededuca�on teacher at WarnerRobins High School, recentlywas announced as the 2008-2009 Gervaise Wynn PerdueGi�ed Teacher of the Year.Rape has been teaching inHouston County for more than10 ten years, with eight yearsat Houston County High andmore than two years atWarner Robins High. For sixyears, she has worked in gi�ededuca�on classes.

Six Perry High School students recently won awards at the regionalScholas�c Art Compe��on held at Georgia State University (GSU) inAtlanta. The two gold award winners, Beth Ellis and Erin Taylor, will moveon to the na�onal compe��on in New York. Two silver award winnerswere Allison Burnham and Tiffanie Goad. Honorable Men�ons awardwinners were Talia Mitchell and Allison Burnham. Pictured (le� to right):Erin Taylor, Talia Mitchell, Beth Ellis, Allison Burnham, and Tiffanie Goad.

Kelsey Gilliam, a senior at The Wes�ield School and three-�me GISAAAA All State player, recently signed a four-year athle�c scholarshipwith Columbus State University where she will a�end in fall 2009.


The Central GeorgiaSoccer Associa�on '99Strikers Gold currentlyare ranked 10th in thena�on bysoccerincollege.com.They are 2nd inGeorgia. All players arestudents in theHouston Countyelementary schools.

Houston County High Family, Career, and Community Leaders ofAmerica (FCCLA) recently installed the chapter officers for the 2008-09school year. Former HCHS student FCCLA State Officer, Ginny Johnsonpar�cipated in the Installa�on Ceremony. The 2008-09 HCHS FCCLAOfficers are: Co-Presidents, Talia Mangus and Jill Myrick; VP ofmembership, Bri�any McCarty and Madison Beaumarchais; VP ofCommunity Service, Taylor Conway; VP of State/Na�onal Projects, AlexRyan and Taylor Jones; VP of Public Rela�ons, Icy Kendrick; Secretary,Chaley Bibb; Historian, Alexa Mangus; Honor Roll Chairman, HeatherGanus; FCCLA Week Chairman, Talia Mangus; and Social Commi�eeChairmen, Greer Wright and Brooke Brinson.

The Wes�ield School Junior Varsity and Varsity Team swim teams areoff to a great start this season. Swim Team members are MadisonAllen, Mallory Bowen, Halley Bri�, Kai�e Cartwright, NathanCiccarelli, Cleve Cleveland, John Stephens Cra�, Ma�hew Davis,Morgan Davis, Walker Davison, Neal Hancock, Josh Horton, MikelHuckabee, Mekensie Jackson, Lea Layfield, Ma� Leonard, LanierMoore, Sierra Moore, Jacob Payne, Morgan Schubert, PaigeThompson, John Weaks, Frank Wilson, and Kellyn Wright. The teamis coached by faculty member Mrs. Jolene Ciccarelli.

EVERY MONDAYStory TimesTime: 10 a.m.Loca�on: Centerville Public Library310 Church Street, Warner RobinsThis story �me class is gearedtowards toddlers (2 to 3 years-old).(478) 953-4500

EVERY MONDAYHouston HealthCare SeniorCare Line Dancing - Perry, GALoca�on: Rozar Park Community Center 1060 Keith Drive, PerryPrior basic line dance experience isrequired. Cost: $5. For moreinforma�on, contact ShirleyThompson at (478) 987-9691 or email [email protected].

FOURTH TUESDAY EACH MONTHDiabetes Type II Support GroupTime: 12 noonLoca�on: Perry Hospital CafeteriaFor adults with Diabetes Type II andtheir support system. (478) 923-9771.

EVERY TUESDAYPre-School Story TimeTime: 2 p.m.Loca�on: 721 Watson Boulevard Warner RobinsNola Brantley LibraryStory �me for pre-school agedchildren. (478) 923-0128.

EVERY TUESDAYChildren's Story TimesTime: 1:30 and 7 p.m.Loca�on: Perry Public Library1201 Washington Avenue, PerryThis story �me class is geared forchildren of all ages. 7 p.m. story �meincludes bed �me stories. (478) 987-3050.

FIRST WEDNESDAYEACH MONTHDiabetes Type II Support GroupTime: 1 p.m.Loca�on: Houston Healthcare PavilionEduCare CenterWarner RobinsFor adults with Diabetes Type II andtheir support system. (478) 923-9771.

Thompson at (478) 987-9691 or email [email protected].

EVERY SECOND THURSDAYEACH MONTHDiabetes Type II Support GroupTime: 7 p.m.Loca�on: Houston Healthcare PavilionEduCare CenterWarner RobinsFor adults with Diabetes Type II andtheir support system. (478) 923-9771.

EVERY THURSDAYStory Time for ToddlersTime: 10 a.m.Loca�on: Perry Public Library1201 Washington Ave., PerryThis story �me class is geared fortoddlers. Babies are welcome. (478) 987-3050.

EVERY THURSDAYToddler Story TimeTime: 10 a.m.Loca�on: 721 Watson Boulevard,Warner RobinsNola Brantley LibraryThe Toddler Story �me is for childrenages 3 to 4. Each toddler must beaccompanied by an adult. (478) 923-0128

EVERY THURSDAYLap Sit ClassesTime: 10 a.m.Loca�on: 721 Watson Boulevard, Warner Robins, Nola Brantley LibraryThis story �me is geared for babies 12months through 2 years. (478) 923-0128.

EVERY THURSDAYPre-School Story TimesTime: 11 a.m.Loca�on: Centerville Public Library, 310 Church Street, Warner RobinsThe pre-school story �me is aprogram for children aged 4-5 yearsold. (478) 953-4500

JANUARY 22 – 23 Rain – A Tribute to the BeatlesTime: 7:30 p.m.

EVERY WEDNESDAYToddler Time Story BreakTime: 11 a.m.Loca�on: Byron Public Library105 Church Street, ByronThe Toddler Time Story Break is aprogram for toddlers ages 12 monthsto 3 years. Each toddler must beaccompanied by an adult. (478) 956-2200

EVERY WEDNESDAYToddler Story TimeTime: 10 a.m.Loca�on: 721 Watson Boulevard, Warner RobinsNola Brantley LibraryThe Toddler Story �me is for childrenages 3 to 4. Each toddler must beaccompanied by an adult. (478) 923-0128

EVERY WEDNESDAYStory TimeTime: 10 a.m.Loca�on: Perry Public Library1201 Washington Ave., PerryThis story �me class is gearedtowards pre-school aged children.(478) 987-3050.

EVERY WEDNESDAYPre-School Story TimesTime: 11 a.m.Loca�on: Centerville Public Library, 310 Church Street, Warner RobinsThe pre-school story �me is aprogram for children aged 4-5 yearsold. (478) 953-4500

EVERY WEDNESDAYLap Sit ClassesTime: 10 a.m.Loca�on: Centerville Public Library310 Church Street, Warner RobinsThis class is geared towards babies of12 months to 2 years-old. (478) 953-4500

EVERY WEDNESDAYLine DancingTime: 2:30 p.m.Loca�on: Senior Ac�vity Center155 Maple Street, Warner RobinsPrior basic line dance experience isrequired. Cost: $5. For moreinforma�on, contact Shirley

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check on his dying father and is killeden route. It is a striking drama aboutlife and death. (478) 929-4579.

FEBRUARY 28Cantrell Center 5K & Fun RunTime: 7:30 a.m.Loca�on: The Cantrell Center forPhysical Therapy & Sports Medicine 405 Osigian Boulevard, Warner Robins This event is for everyone. You cando this! Walk or run, but GetMoving! The Cantrell WellnessCenter is going to GET YOU MOVING!Get Moving Middle Georgia is acommunity challenge to join TheCantrell Center's fight for aHEALTHIER community! We wantyou to kick off the New Year withHEALTHIER living! Walk or Run, butGet Moving Middle Georgia! Formore informa�on and to register, call (478) 333-6777 orwww.cantrellcenter.com.

Loca�on: The Grand Opera House651 Mulberry Street, MaconExperience what Beatlemania was allabout, from Ed Sullivan to AbbeyRoad! They look like them, and theysound just like them! All the musicand vocals are performed totally live!“The next best thing to seeing TheBeatles,” raves the Denver Post. Cost:$45 - $49. Call Mercer Ticket Sales at(478) 301-5470 or visitTheGrandMacon.com.

JANUARY 25Tops In BlueTime: 7 p.m.Loca�on: Homer J. Walker Jr. Civic Center702 Watson Blvd., Warner Robins, GA

JANUARY 26Warner Robins Toastmasters Club Mee�ngTime: 8 a.m.Loca�on: Middle Georgia TechnicalCollege, 80 Cohen Walker Bldg ARoom 225, Warner RobinsThe mission of the Toastmasters Clubis to provide a naturally suppor�veand posi�ve learning environment inwhich every member has theopportunity to develop and prac�cecommunica�ons and leadership skills,which in turn fosters self-confidenceand personal growth. Cost: $27.(478) 953-0759.

JANUARY 30 – 31 Soccer Referee ClassTime: 6 p.m.Loca�on: Tabor Academy926 Green Street, Warner Robins This is a soccer referee entry levelclass. A�er comple�on, you will becer�fied to referee youth soccergames. A�endance is required bothdays. You can register on-line atwww.gareferees.com. For moreinforma�on, you may contact RussGrant, [email protected], or (478) 396-0727.

JANUARY 30 – 31Let’s Get Real Marriage ConferenceTime: 7 p.m.Loca�on: Central Bap�st Church1120 Lake Joy Road, Warner RobinsThis weekend conference offers a

�me of praise and worship music,inten�onal and prac�cal teaching,with Christ as the centerpiece, whilefocusing on topics such as: Flee,Flight, or Forgive? and What is a SafeMate? Dale and Jena Forehandteaching is applicable for singles,engaged, and married regardless ofwhat age you are! Cost: $40 percouple. (478) 953-9319.

FEBRUARY 6Na�onal Wear Red DayLoca�on: American Heart Associa�on3312 Northisde Drive, MaconIt's easy to be a part of this specialday. Consider organizing a Na�onalWear Red Day at your workplace,with your faith-based organiza�on, atyour community center or in yourhome. We've made it simple with ourfree, downloadable tools. Use themany�me of the year to host your ownWear Red Day event. It's a great wayto raise awareness and help us fightour No. 1 killer - heart disease. For more informa�on, call (478) 405-3203 or visitwww.goredforwomen.org/wrd_thankyou/

FEBRUARY 8Cj Sambach, OrganistTime: 3 p.m.Loca�on: First United MethodistChurch, 205 North Davis Drive, Warner RobinsCost: $10, $25 for season �ckets, allstudents (k – college) free. For moreinforma�on, call Norma Hunt at (478) 923-7024 or [email protected].

FEBRUARY 13 – 15, 19 – 22, AND 26 – 28All the Way HomeLoca�on: Warner Robins Li�leTheatre, 502 South Pleasant HillRoad, Warner RobinsA young father sets off with hispregnant wife, son, mother, and hisbrother’s family to visit Aunt Saidyand Grandma. The husband leaves to

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(478) 929-7830Principal: Keith LauritsenPTO President: Candy Handley

Shirley Hills 300 Mary LaneWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-7824 Principal: Dr. Traci JacksonPTO President: Angie Barnwell

Tucker1300 Tucker RoadPerry, GA 31069 (478) 988-6278 Principal: Dr. Kim Halstead

Westside 201 North Pleasant Hill RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 929-7820Principal: Sharon A. Daniel

Bonaire Middle School125 Ga. Highway 96Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 929-6235Principal: Cindy Randall

Feagin Mill Middle School1200 Feagin Mill RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-0430Principal: Dr. Jesse DavisPAW President: Michelle Hall

Huntington Middle School206 Wellborn RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 542-2240Principal: Dr. Gwendolyn B. Taylor

Mossy Creek Middle School 200 Danny Carpenter DriveKathleen, GA 31047(478) 988-6171Principal: Paige Busbee

Northside Middle School500 Johnson RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 929-7845Principal: Ed Mashburn

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Bonaire101 Elm Street Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 929-7826Principal: Dr. Eric PaynePTO President: Hai Vu

Centerville 450 N. Houston Lake BoulevardCenterville, GA 31028 (478) 953-0400Principal: Cindy FlesherPTO President: Angie Lewis

David A Perdue 115 Sutherlin StreetWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 988-6350Principal: Ed WeeksPTO President: Dawn Melden

Eagle Springs3591 Highway 41 NorthByron, GA 31008(478) 953-0450Principal: Andrea McGee

Hilltop 301 Robert Bryson Smith ParkwayBonaire, GA 31005(478) 929-6113Principal: E. Harold Sapp

Kings Chapel 460 Arena Road Perry, GA 31069 (478) 988-6273Principal: Paule�e TompkinsPTO President: Kelly Rodgers

Lake Joy 985 Lake Joy RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 971-2712Principal: Dr. Doug RizerPTO President: Susan Goodwin

Lindsey81 Tabor DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 929-7818Principal: Anthony LuncefordPTO President: Michelle Angelos

Linwood420 Educa�on Way

Warner Robins, GA 31098(478) 929-6360Principal: Lazunia ThomasPTO President: Sandra Fujimoto

Matthew Arthur 2500 Highway 127Kathleen, GA 31047(478) 988-6170Principal: Dr. Jolie DeLoretoHardin

Miller101 Pine Valley DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-7814Principal: Gwendolyn Pearson-KilgorePTO President: Sharon Schnedker

Morningside 1206 Morningside DrivePerry, GA 31069(478) 988-6261Principal: Dr. Pat Wi�

Northside 305 Sullivan RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 929-7816Principal: Jodi S. Clark PTO President: Sarah Hedrick

Parkwood 503 Parkwood DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 929-7822Principal: Lisa Casilli PTO President: Lisa Roitzsch

Pearl Stephens 215 Sco� BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-7895Principal: Dr. Marion FordPTO President: Edquader Marble

Quail Run250 Smithville Church RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-0415Principal: Dr. Cheryl Thomas

Russell 101 Patriot WayWarner Robins, GA 31088

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Windsor Academy4150 Jones RoadMacon, GA 31216Headmaster: John CranfordPTA President: Heather Jones

World of Faith ChristianAcademy3960 Hartley Bridge RoadMacon, GA 31216(478) 784-6293

PTO President: Dawn Dunbar

Perry Middle School 495 Perry Parkway Perry, GA 31069 (478) 988-6285Principal: Thomas Moore

Thomson Middle School301 Thomson StreetCenterville, GA 31028(478) 953-0489 Principal: Tammy Dunn

Warner Robins Middle School425 Mary LaneWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-7832Principal: Dr. Donald Warren

Houston County High School920 Highway 96Warner Robins, GA 31088(478) 988-6340Principal: Sherri Freeman

Houston County Career andTechnology Center1311 Corder RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 322-3280Principal: Mike Parker

Houston County CrossroadsCenter401 Dover DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-7828Principal: Dr. Ronnie Walker

Northside High School926 Green StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 929-7858Principal: Mr. Mark Sco�

Perry High School1307 North Avenue Perry, GA 31069(478) 988-6298Principal: Dr. Darryl Albri�on

Warner Robins High School401 South Davis DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-7877Principal: Steve Monday

Byron Christian Academy69 Burne� RoadByron, GA 31008(478) 956-3503 Director: Donna Vander Zwaagwww.byronchris�anacademy.com

Central Fellowship ChristianAcademy 8460 Hawkinsville RoadMacon, GA 31216 (478) 788-6909 Principal: Claudia Pa�ersonwww.centralfellowship.org

Christ United MethodistSchool 511 Russell ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-2867Director: Terry L. CooperPTO President: Mary CatherineLibertywww.Christunitedschool.com

Sacred Heart Catholic School250 South Davis DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-9668Principal: Staci Erwinwww.shswr.org

The Westfield School2005 US Highway 41 SouthPerry, GA 31069(478) 987-0547Head of School: Rachel S. DeemsPrincipal: Jane�e J. Andersonwww.wes�ieldschool.org

Westside Baptist Academy1101 Dunbar RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 784-9153Administrator: James Andersonwww.westsidebap�stacademy.com

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Student Safety Tips

Walk directly to your designatedschool bus stop when you leavehome in the morning and walkdirectly to your home in theafternoon when you are droppedoff at your school bus stop.

Walk the route with the feweststreets to cross from your hometo the school bus stop.

Cross the street at street cornersor at designated cross walks.

Watch for vehicles approaching ormaking turns before you cross astreet.

Never cross the street betweenparked vehicles.

Never accept a ride from astranger.

Face traffic when walking to a busstop on a road without asidewalk.

Always cross in front of the busand NEVER behind the school bus.

Use extra caution at a bus stopbefore the sunrise by wearingreflective clothing.

Leave home early enough so youarrive at the bus stop at least fiveminutes before the school bus isscheduled to arrive.

Stand in line facing traffic so youcan see the school busapproaching the bus stop.

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Northside Bap�st Church1013 Carl Vinson ParkwayCenterville, GA 31028(478) 923-9892Sunday Service: 10:50 a.m.Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.Pastor: Loy Ballardwww.northsidebcga.org

Oakland Bap�st Church1509 Russell ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-3533Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.Pastor: Rev. Thomas Barnardwww.obcwr.com

Second Bap�st Church2504 Moody RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-7101Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.Sunday School: 9 a.m.Pastor: Dr. Jeff LaBorgwww.sbcwr.org

Second Memorial Bap�st Church1845 Kings Chapel RoadPerry, GA 31069(478) 987-4803Sunday Services: 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.Pastor: Dr. Tracy Brinson

Shirley Hills Bap�st Church615 Corder RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-5571Sunday Services: 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and6 p.m.Sunday School: 9 and 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Andy Cookwww.shirleyhills.org

Southside Bap�st Church1040 South Houston Lake RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-9388Sunday Services: 9 and 10:30 a.m.Sunday School: 9 and 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Jerry Wallswww.southsidefamily.com

Spring Chapel Missionary Bap�st ChurchBox 339Kathleen, GA 31005(478) 218-0736Sunday Service: 1st, 3rd and 5th SundaySchool 8 a.m. and Service 9:15 a.m.2nd and 4th Sunday: Sunday School 10a.m. and Service 11 a.m.Pastor: Rev. James K [email protected]

Union Grove Missionary Bap�st Church809 S. Davis DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 922-5514Sunday Service: 10:15 a.m.Sunday School: 9:00 a.m.Pastor: David A. Clarke

Adams-Smith Tabernacle AME304 Green StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093

(478) 329-1885Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.Pastor: Rev. Deborah Franks Watson

First Assembly of God6040 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31099(478) 953-0320Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.Pastor: Mark Merrillwww.wrfirstag.org

Bible Bap�st Temple2601 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-9822Sunday Services: 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.Sunday School: 10 a.m.Pastor: Charles D. Weberwww.bible-bap�st-temple.org

Calvary Bap�st Church351 GA Highway 96Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 929-1823Sunday Services: 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.Sunday School: 10 a.m.Pastor: Jim Lane

Central Bap�st Church1120 Lake Joy RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-9319Sunday Contemporary: 9 a.m. Sunday Tradi�onal: 10:30 a.m. and 6:30p.m.Sunday School: 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Dr. H. Owen Bozemanwww.centralalive.org

Cornerstone Bap�st Church1618 S. Houston Lake RoadKathleen, GA 31047 (478) 987-6344Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.Pastor: Art Fowler

Fellowship Bible Bap�st Church431 Dunbar RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-0828Sunday Services: 8 and 10:45 a.m.Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.Pastor: Willie L. Reid, Sr.www.bchome.org

First Bap�st Church1135 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 922-8152Sunday Service: 11 a.m.Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Pastor: Dr. Andrew J. Hammackwww.cwr.com

First Bap�st Church of Bonaire142 West Highway 96Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 922-1924Sunday Services: 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.Sunday School: 9 a.m.Pastor: Kenny Rodgerswww.bonairec.org

First Bap�st Church of Garmon Street210 Garmon StreetWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-2279Sunday Services: 8, 9:45, and 11 a.m.Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Pastor: Josh B. Kirvin, Sr. www.cgarmon.org

Grace Bap�st Church204 South Pleasant Hill RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-5489Sunday Services: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and 6p.m.Sunday School: 10 a.m.Pastor: Paul Mullenwww.georgiagrace.org

Greater Springfield Missionary Bap�st Church1195 Heflund AvenueWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-5721

Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.Pastor: Daniel W. Jackson, Sr.www.greaterspringfield.org

Green Acres Bap�st Church901 Elberta RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-1995Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.Pastor: Johnny Ellisonwww.greenacresbc.com

Hebron Fellowship Bap�st Church213 Green StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 397-3045Sunday Worship Services: 8:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday Enrichment: 10 a.m. Pastor: Daryl J. Vining, Sr.www.hebronfellowship.com

Hilltop Bap�st Church4140 US Highway 41 N.Byron, GA 31008(478) 719-8262Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.Pastor: Robin Tedderwww.hilltopbap�stlive.com

Mikado Bap�st Church6751 Houston RoadMacon, GA 31216(478) 781-2324Sunday Services: 8:30 and 11 a.m.Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

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(478) 922-5982Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.Pastor: Joe Senterwww.evergreenfamilyfellowship.org

End Time Harvest Church 114 Bell DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 922-7910 Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.Pastor: Melvin Womackwww.end�me-harvest.org

Joy Fellowship Church 210 Sylvia AvenueWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-6090 Sunday Service: 10:00 a.m.Pastor: Volleen Vicknair

The Salva�on Army ChurchWarner Robins Corps96 Thomas Blvd. Warner Robins, GA 31093(478) 922-7585Sunday Service: 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.Pastors: Captains Larry and Brenda Gibson

Church of the Nazarene300 Lois DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-2108

Sunday Services: 10:55 a.m. and 6:30p.m.Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.Pastor: David Millerwww.wrfirstnaz.org

Covenant Presbyterian Church1631 Green StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 929-4770Sunday Service: 11 a.m.Sunday School: 10 a.m.Pastor: Rev. Robert L. Jarre�

United PentecostalFirst United Pentecostal Church 603 Wellborn Road Warner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-5616Sunday Service: 11 a.m.Sunday School: 10 a.m.Pastor: Mark Fogartywww.warnerrobinsupc.com

Westside Bap�st Church1101 Dunbar RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 785-1024Sunday Bible Study: 9:15 a.m. Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.Pastor: Dr. G. Wayne Dorse�www.westsidega.com

Unity Bap�st Church479 Highway 96Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 922-0063Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.Sunday School: 9 a.m.Pastor: Lewis Cooper

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 300 South Davis DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-0124Sunday Services: 9:00 and 11:45 a.m. Sunday Spanish: 2:00 p.m.Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Father Fred Nijemwww.sacredheartwr.com

River of Light Church of God1300 Corder RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-3541Sunday Services: 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.Pastor: Dwayne Evorswww.riveroflightchurch.com

All Saints Episcopal Church 1708 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-1791Sunday Service: 10:15 a.m.Sunday School: 9 a.m.Pastor: Father Mar�n J. Bagaywww.allsaintsepiscopalwr.org

Warner Robins Chris�an MethodistEpiscopal Church200 Othal H. Lakey CircleWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-6326Sunday Services: 8 and 10:45 a.m.Sunday School 9:30 a.m.Pastor: Lindsey P. Napier, Sr.

[email protected] Evangelical Lutheran Church – ELCA301 N. Pleasant Hill RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-2239Sunday Service: 10 a.m.Sunday School: 9 a.m.

Pastor: Rev. Kathleen Yateswww.faith-in-christ.net

Mount Calvary Lutheran Church336 Carl Vinson ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 922-1418Sunday Contemporary: 11 a.m.Sunday Tradi�onal: 8 and 10:45 a.m.Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.Pastor: Rev. David Brightonwww.mount-calvary.net

Bonaire United Methodist Church144 Elm Street, P.O. Box 7Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 923-7317Sunday Services: 8:15, 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.Pastor: Rev. Jay Tuckerwww.bonairechurch.com

Christ United Methodist Church511 Russell ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 922-0211Sunday Services: 9 and 11 a.m.Sunday School: 10 a.m.Pastor: Rev. Jim McIlrathwww.christunited.net

First United Methodist Church205 North Davis DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-3737Sunday Services: 8:30 and 10:50 a.m.Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.Pastor: Dr. Jimmy R. Asbell, Jr.www.fumcwrga.org

Trinity United Methodist Church129 South Houston RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-3797Sunday Contemporary: 11 a.m.Sunday Tradi�onal: 8:30 and 11 a.m.Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.Pastor: Bill Bagwellwww.trinity-methodist.org

Christ Chapel2288 Moody RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 922-1061Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.Pastor: Andy Kingwww.christchapelmaconga.org

Chris�an Fellowship Church 621 Walnut StWarner Robins, GA 31093 478-975-0808 Sunday Services: 8 and 10:45 a.m.Pastor: Bishop Harvey B. Bee

Evergreen Family Fellowship 80 Tabor DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093

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Agency, Inc., is to provide, in collabora�onwith public and private partners, socialservices that address the needs ofdisadvantaged individuals.www.mgcaa.org(478) 922-4464

Ronald McDonald House of Central GeorgiaProvides a place for families to stay whentheir child is in a hospital far from home.1160 Forsyth StreetMacon, GA 31201 (478) 746-4090, www.ronaldhousecga.org

Warner Robins Civitan ClubSonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q811 Russell ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088Mee�ng: Tuesday at 12 p.m.Contact: Jan Francis (478) 922-6740

American Camellia Societyat Massee Lane Gardens100 Massee LaneFort Valley, Georgia 31030(478) 967-2358www.camellias-acs.com

Business Networking Interna�onalMiddle GA Power Networkers Mee�ng: Tuesday at 7:30 a.m.Contact: Terri Minter(478) 919-6719

Central GA Soccer Associa�on1107-B Russell ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 987-2455

Georgia Aircra� Modelers Associa�on, Inc. P.O. Box 140 Warner Robins, GA 31099 (478) 328-2689

In STEP With Singles, Inc.An inter-denomina�onal single adultministry whose mission is to minister tothe spiritual and emo�onal needs ofsingle adults of all ages in the MiddleGeorgia area.P. O. Box 26245, Macon, GA 31221(478) 747-6663www.Instepsah.org

Robin’s Pacers Running ClubTo promote health and fitness among clubmembers and the local community.www.robinspacers.org

Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Middle Georgia748 North Houston Road Warner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 922-1141www.cccsmacon.org

Houston County Development Authority200 Carl Vinson ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-5470www.houstoncountyga.net

Houston County Coopera�ve Extension Office801 Main Street, Perry, GA 31069(478) 987-2028www.ugaextension.com/houston

Perry Chamber of Commerce101 General Courtney Hodges Boulevard,Suite BPerry, GA 31069 (478) 987-1234

www.perrygachamber.com

Warner Robins Area Chamber ofCommerce 1228 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 922-8585www.warner-robins.com

American Red CrossHouston-Middle Georgia Chapter346 Corder RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-6332www.middlegeorgiaredcross.org

Boys and Girls Club of Georgia Heartlands – Byron UnitEnables all young people, especially thosewho need us most, to reach their fullpoten�al as produc�ve, caring, andresponsible ci�zens.202 Mosley RoadByron, GA 31008(478) 956-1395

Boy Scouts of America, Central GA Council4335 Confederate Way Macon, GA 31217 (478) 743-9386 www.centralgeorgiacouncil.org

Exchange Club of Houston CountyRyan’s Steakhouse1992 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093Mee�ng: Tuesday at 12 p.m.Contact name: Angela Hayes

(478) 952-2879

Girl Scouts of Middle Georgia, Inc.Builds girls of courage, confidence, andcharacter, who make the world a be�erplace.6869 Columbus RoadLizella, GA 31052(478) 935-2221www.gsmginc.org

Goodwill Industries of Middle GeorgiaBuilds lives, families, and communi�esone job at a �me by helping peoplediscover and develop their God-given gi�sthrough work and career developmentservices.5171 Eisenhower ParkwayMacon, GA 31206 (478) 475-9995www.goodwillworks.org

Houston County Habitat for Humanity515 Myrtle StreetWarner Robins, GA 31095(478) 328-3388www.houstoncountyhabitat.org

Jay's HOPE Founda�onImproves the quality of life of childrenwith cancer and extends hope to familiesthrough educa�onal, spiritual, emo�onal,financial, and social support.1157B Forsyth Street Macon, GA 31201(478) 238-6360www.jayshope.org

Kiwanis Club of Warner Robins Ryan’s Steakhouse1992 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093Mee�ng: Thursday at 11:30 p.m.Contact: Allen Richardson(478) 918-7887

March of Dimes Founda�onWe’re dedicated to improving the healthof babies by preven�ng birth defects,premature birth and infant mortality.2733 Sheraton DriveBuilding F, Suite 130Macon, GA 31204(478) 743-9165www.marchofdimes.com

Meals On Wheels - Houston CountyCouncil on Aging1137 Kathleen Bynum DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 328-6070

Middle Georgia Community Ac�onAgency, Inc.The mission of the Heart of GeorgiaCommunity Ac�on Council, Inc., and theMiddle Georgia Community Ac�on

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Family Advocacy Clinic655 7th Street, Building 700 Robins Air Force Base, GA 31098 (478) 327-8398

Prevent Child Abuse Heart of Georgia640 Plum Street, Suite 202Macon, GA 31201(478) 238-6349 pcahg.org

Rainbow House Children's Resource CenterAims to reduce the occurrence of childabuse and assist vic�ms.108 Elmwood StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-5923www.rainbowhousecrc.org

Salva�on Army Safe HouseSafe shelter for domes�c violence vic�msand their children.P.O. Box 2408Warner Robins, GA 31099(478) 923-2348

Support Group for Domes�c Violence Vic�msSupport group for vic�ms of domes�cviolence.P.O. Box 2408 Warner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 923-2348

ABOPTION / FOSTER CARE

DFACS - Houston County92 Cohen Walker DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 988-7600

Covenant Care of Macon3950 Ridge Ave.nueMacon, GA 31210(478) 475-4990www.covenantcareadop�ons.com

Georgia Industrial Children's Home4690 North Mumford RoadMacon, GA 31210(478) 474-8220 www.gich.org

Hephzibah Children's Home6601 Zebulon RoadMacon, GA 31220(478) 477-3383www.hephzibah.com

Warner Robins AquanautsTo provide professional swim instruc�onand fitness serving beginners tocompe��ve swimmers, to communityseniors; ins�lling discipline, posi�veethics, and skill mastery in a safe, fun,team environment.Memorial Park Pool 800 First StreetWarner Robins, GA 31088 Head Coach/ Execu�ve Director: WesHamborg(478) 929-8044www.wraswim.com

Warner Robins Business & Professional Women’s Club248 Waterford DriveBonaire, GA 31005(478) 923-1752

21st Century Partnership804 Park DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 225-9005www.robins21.org

Centerville Development Authority300 East Church StreetCenterville, GA 31028(478) 953-4734www.centervilledda.org

Houston County Career Center96 Cohen Walker DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 988-7130

Houston County Development Authority200 Carl Vinson ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-5470www.houstoncountyga.net

Middle Georgia Consor�um, Inc.124 Osigian Boulevard, Suite A, Warner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-4771www.mgwis.com

Georgia Na�onal Fairground &Agricenter401 Larry Walker Parkway Perry, GA 31069(478) 987-3247www.gnfa.com

Houston Arts Alliance801 Main Street, Perry, GA 31069(478) 218-5229www.houstonartsalliance.org

Lane Southern Orchards 50 Lane Road P. O. Box 716Fort Valley, GA 31030(478) 825-3362 www.www.lanepacking.com

Museum of Avia�on Flight & Technology CenterGA Highway 247 & Russell ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31099(478) 926-6870www.museumofavia�on.org

Perry Players Club909 Main StreetPerry, GA 31069(478) 987-5354www.perryplayers.org

Warner Robins Li�le Theatre502 South Pleasant Hill RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-4579www.wrlt.org

Warner Robins Recrea�on Department800 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 929-1916www.warnerrobinsga.gov

YMCA of Houston County2954 Moody RoadBonaire, GA 31005(478) 922-2566www.hocoymca.org

ABUSE AND BATTERY

CASA of Houston County, Inc. Houston County Juvenile Jus�ce Complex,206 Carl Vinson Parkway Warner Robins,GA 31088(478) 542-2141, Extension 336www.na�onalcasa.org

Crisis Line & Safe House of Central GeorgiaProvides 24-hour hotline, safe shelter, andsupport services for domes�c violenceand rape crisis.

277 Mar�n Luther King, Jr. Blvd.Macon, GA 31201 (478) 745-9292

COSC Women’s ShelterWomen and children’s homeless shelter.312 Duke AvenueWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 922-3195

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(478) 923-6332 www.middlegeorgiaredcross.org

Houston County EmergencyManagement200 Carl Vinson ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 542-2026

Salva�on Army - Warner Robins305 Green StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 922-2226

HOSPICE SERVICES

Heart of Georgia Hospice103 Westridge DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 953-5161 www.heartofgahospice.org

VistaCare750 Baconsfield Drive, Suite 115 Macon, GA 31211 (478) 750-9777www.vistacare.com

PARENTING SERVICES

Family Advocacy Clinic655 7th Street, Building 700Robins Air Force Base, GA 31098 (478) 327-8398

Child Care Resource and Referral Agencyof Central GA277 Mar�n Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Suite 104, Macon, GA 31201 (478) 752-7800 www.gaccrra.org

Quality Care for ChildrenAn all-in-one resource for and about childand school-age care.277 Mar�n Luther King, Jr. Blvd.Macon, GA 31201(478) 752-7800www.qualitycareforchildren.org

Rainbow House Children’s Resource CenterMission is to serve all children bystrengthening our community’s responseto child abuse and neglect throughpreven�on, interven�on and advocacyefforts.P.O. Box 1239Warner Robins, GA 31099(478) 923-5923www.rainbowhousecrc.org

Robins AFB Airman and Family Readiness Center700 9th StreetSuite 1000, Building 794Robins Air Force Base, GA 31098(478) 926-1256

Methodist Home304 Pierce AvenueMacon, GA 31203(478) 751-2800 www.themethodisthome.org

ALCOHOL/DRUG/EATING TREATMENT CENTERS

12 Step GroupPa�erned a�er Alcoholics Anonymous. Every Tuesday 6:30 p.m. and everySaturday 10:30 a.m. Christ United Methodist Church 511 Russell Parkway Warner Robins, GA 31088

Alcoholics Anonymous - Warner Robins1001 Carl Vinson ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31099 (478) 923-7657

HodacWomen in substance abuse recovery whoare homeless, pregnant or with minorchildren under the age of 12.2764 Watson BoulevardCenterville, GA 31028 (478) 953-5675www.hodac.org

Houston Medical Center BehavioralScience & Psychiatry1601 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 542-7788 www.hhc.org

Middle Georgia GIG (Gluten IntoleranceGroup)Support for persons with celiac disease,

derma��s herpe�formis, glutenintolerance or anyone following a glutenfree diet. Meets the 3rd Saturday of eachmonth.Central Bap�st Church1120 Lake Joy Road Warner Robins, GA478 - 397 -5061 middlegeorgia.gigbranches.org

Narco�cs Anonymous - CentervilleCenterville United Methodist Church101 Wilson Drive Centerville, GA 31028

Narco�cs Anonymous - Warner RobinsFirst United Methodist Church 205 North Davis DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093

Phoenix Center940A Highway 96Warner Robins, GA 31099(800) 715-4225

Unlimited Visions2503 Moody Road

Warner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 329-0550

CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT

Child Support Enforcement - WarnerRobins92 Cohen Walker DriveWarner Robins, GA 31095 (478) 988-7700

CRISIS HOTLINES

Helpline GeorgiaCrime vic�m assistance helpline.2762 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093 (800) 338-6745

Pregnancy Resource Center of WarnerRobins A ministry of Sav A Life in Macon offeringpregnancy tes�ng, paren�ng educa�on,STI and HIV educa�on, a�er-abor�on careand much more. 306 N. Davis DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 225-2241

Salva�on Army Safe House(478) 923-6294

DIABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES

Abili�es Discovered, Inc. Assists in the employment, educa�on,training, and support of individualsexperiencing physical and/ordevelopmental disabili�es211 Corder RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 923-7727

Epilepsy Associa�on of GA, Inc.121 Booker StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 923-8141

Happy Hour Mental Retarda�on ServiceCenter802 Young AvenueWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 929-6600 www.hcaec.com

Na�onal Alliance on Mental Illness -Central Georgia, Inc.209 Elberta RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 328-0508 www.namicentralga.org

EMERGENCY RELIEF SERVICES

American Red Cross - Houston-MiddleGA Chapter346 Corder RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088

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CITY OF CENTERVILLE OFFICIALS:Town Hall300 East Church St.Centerville, GA 31028

Mayor (4-year term)Harold M. Edwards, Jr. (12/09)Telephone: (478) 953-4734

CITY OF WARNER ROBINSOFFICIALS:

City Hall700 Watson Blvd.Warner Robins, GA 31093

Mayor (4-year term)Donald S. Walker (12/09)Telephone: (478) 929-1115

CITY OF PERRY OFFICIALS:

City Hall1211 Washington St.Perry, GA 31069

Mayor (4-year term)James Worrall (12/09)Telephone: (478) 988-2736

HOUSTON COUNTY OFFICIALS:

Houston County Board of Commissioners200 Carl Vinson Pkwy.Warner Robins, GA 31088Telephone: (478) 542-2115

Commissioners:

(4-year term expires 12/08)Meet 1st Tuesday at 9 a.m. and3rd Tuesdays at 6 p.m.

Ned M. Sanders (R), Chairman – Post 1H. Jay Walker (R) – Post 2Gail Robinson (R) – Post 3Larry Thomson (R) – Post 4Tom McMichael (R) – Post 5

Other Elected Officials:

Daniel Galpin, CoronerTelephone: (478) 542-2113

Cullen Talton, SheriffTelephone: (478) 542-2125

Mark Kushinka, Tax CommissionerTelephone: (478) 218-4940

SUPERIOR COURT:George Nunn (N), Chief JudgeTelephone: (478) 218-4840

Edward D. Lukemire (N), JudgeTelephone: (478) 218-4850

President (4-year term expires 1/09)George W. Bush (R)[email protected]

Vice President (4-year term expires 1/09)Dick Cheney (R)[email protected]

The White House1600 Pennsylvania Avenue,Washington, D.C. 20500Telephone: (202) 456-1414Fax: (202) 456-2461www.whitehouse.gov

Senators (6-year terms)Saxby Chambliss (R) (term expires 1/09)U.S. Senate 416 Russell Senate Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20510Telephone: (202) 224-3521Fax: (202) 224-01030www.chambliss.senate.gov

Macon Office:300 Mulberry St., Suite 502Macon, GA 31201Telephone: (478) 741-1417

Johnny Isakson (R) (term expires 1/11)U.S. Senate 120 Russell Senate Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20510Telephone: (202) 224-3643Fax: (202) 228-0724www.isakson.senate.gov

Atlanta Office:Telephone: (770) 661-0999Fax: (770) 661-0768

Representative (2-year term)Jim Marshall (D) (term expires 1/09)8th District504 Cannon House Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20510Telephone: (202) 225-6531Fax: (202) [email protected]

Macon Office: 682 Cherry St., Macon, GA 31201Telephone: (478) 464-0255Fax: (478) 464-0277

GovernorSonny Perdue (R) (term expires 1/11)State CapitolAtlanta, GA 30334 Telephone: (404) 656-1776www.legis.ga.gov

Lieutenant Governor Casey Cagle (R) (term expires 1/11)State CapitolAtlanta, GA 30334Telephone: (404) 656-5030www.legis.ga.gov

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Kelly R. Burke (R), District AttorneyTelephone: (478) 218-4810Carolyn V. Sullivan (D), ClerkTelephone: (478) 218-4720

STATE COURT �4�YEAR TERM�:

Bob Richardson (N), JudgeTelephone: (478) 542-2013

Robert Tawse (R), Solicitor – GeneralTelephone: (478) 542-2100

Gay B. Valasky (A), ClerkTelephone: (478) 542-2105

CIVIL & MAGISTRATE COURT �4�YEAR TERM�:

Telephone: (478) 987-4695

Robert E. Turner, Chief MagistrateBrenda H. Morton, Senior MagistrateJohn W. Geiger, MagistrateAngela Sammons, Magistrate Virginia Stewart, Clerk

PROBATE COURT �4�YEAR TERM�:

Telephone: (478) 218-4710

Janice D. Spires, JudgeKim Willson, Chief Clerk

JUVENILE COURT �APPOINTED�:

Telephone: (478) 542-2060

Deborah A. Edwards, JudgeSandra McGowan, Clerk

MUNICIPAL COURT OF WARNERROBINS:

800 Young AvenueWarner Robins, GA 31093Telephone: (478) 322-0240

Fred Godwin, Chief JudgeJeffrey L. Grube, JudgeLarry O'Neal, JudgeMartin Martragrano, JudgeKay Dykes, Clerk

MUNICIPAL COURT OFCENTERVILLE:

500 Houston Lake Blvd.Centerville, GA 31028 Telephone: (478) 953-4795

Michelle Snyder, ClerkJeffrey L. Grube, Judge

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These numbers are provided courtesy of Around Town Warner Robins / Perry, your community resource, (478) 474-1999.

EMERGENCY 911

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Perry (478) 987-1234Warner Robins (478) 922-8585

HOUSTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT:Business Licenses (Warner Robins) (478) 929 1148Commissioners (478) 542-2115Court (Juvenile) (478) 542-2060Court (Magistrate) (478) 987-4695Court (Probate) (478) 218-4710Court (State) (478) 542-2105Court (Superior) (478) 218-4720Cooperative Extension (478) 987-2028District Attorney (478) 218-4810Economic & Community Development (478) 923-5470Elections (478) 987-1973Human Resources (478) 542-2005Inspection & Fee (Permits) (478) 542-2018Jury Duty Call-In Phone (Superior Court) (478) 218-4724License Plates/Tags (Perry) (478) 218-4940License Plates/Tags (Warner Robins) (478) 542-2135 Parks & Recreation (Warner Robins) (478) 929-1916Planning & Zoning (Warner Robins) (478) 918-2991Public Works (478) 987-4280Taxes (Assessor’s Office/Property Taxes) (478) 218-4750

DRIVER’S LICENSE (TUES. – SAT.)((866) 754-3687

FIRE DEPARTMENTCenterville (478) 953-4050Perry (478) 988-2850Warner Robins (478) 765-1031

GEORGIA STATE PATROL (478) 218-2000

HEALTH DEPARTMENT (478) 745-0411

HOSPITALS:Lake Joy Med-Stop (478) 987-0323Houston Medical Center (478) 922-4281Houston County Volunteer Medical Clinic (478) 923-9730Houston Heart Institute (478) 542-7811Houston Lake Med-Stop (478) 988-1865Medical Center of Central Georgia (478) 633-1000Pavilion Med-Stop (478) 923-2843Perry Hospital (478) 987-3600Veterans Community Outpatient Clinic (478) 476-8868

LIBRARIES:

Centerville Public Library (478) 953-4500Nola Brantley Memorial Library (478) 923-0128Perry Public Library (478) 987-3050

PETS:Animal Control (Houston County) (478) 542-2033Animal Control (Warner Robins) (478) 929-7280Humane Society of Houston County:

www.humanesocietyhoco.org

POST OFFICE www.usps.com (800) 275-8777

SCHOOLS See pages 38 & 39 for a Listing of Schools

SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT (478) 542-2125

UTILITIES:

AT&T (888) 757-6500Centerville Utilities (478) 953-3222Cox Communications (478) 784-8000Flint Energies (478) 988-3500Georgia Power Company (888) 660-5890Landfill (478) 987-0089Perry Utilities (478) 988-2743Recycling (478) 929-7258 Warner Robins Utilities (478) 929-1144Watson Cable (478) 922-9440Windstream (800) 501-1754

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Banking/Financial ServicesMidSouth Federal Credit Union 27Robins Federal Credit Union 19Security Bank 7

Clothing, Footwear & JewelryRun Fit Sports 11Sugarplum Tree 11

Dentists/OrthodonticsDental Associates of Macon –

Dr. Ash P. Walker 9Middle Georgia Center for Cosme�cDen�stry –

Dr. Cur�s Hayslip Back Cover

EducationEagle Springs Children’s Center 3Middle Georgia Technical College 3The Wes�ield School 3

Employment ServicesRandstad 33

Health, Beauty, and FitnessAdora! 48

Mary Kay – Evelyn Hill 33Yvonne’s Natural Market 9

Home Improvement & RepairArchadeck 25Houston Asphalt 23Rhombus Stone Cra�ers 7

Home Interiors/ServicesAtlanta Custom Candles 29Bed ‘r Ma�ress 48Big Peach An�ques 21Carlton Interiors 13Carpet Salvage 27Just Fabulous 13Ken’s Audio & Stereo 19Lipson Fabrics 20Macon Bedroom and Ma�ress Outlet

33Mobley Furniture – Todd Rigdon 13Phillips Furniture 18

InsuranceNa�onwide Insurance – Craig Johnson 7

JewelerySa�erfield and Dempsey Jewelers 29Yelverton Jewelers 18

PhotographySteve Schroeder Photography IBC

Physicians and Medical ServicesBaker Hearing Aids 29Houston Healthcare 21Dr. Harne�y – OB/GYN 3Dr. Lafferty – OB/GYN 1Hearing Associates 20

Recreational/Children/HobbiesGrand Opera House 33Learning Express Toys 11 Monkey Joe’s 11Perry Bookstore 33

Services/Misc.Ascension Design Group 9Junior’s Junc�on 33

Around Town magazine is a free publica�on that isprovided to our community members as a serviceeach month. It is mailed to homes and businesses forfree and contains posi�ve informa�on about thecommunity that is intended to bring our communitymembers closer together. Around Town is acommunity-minded magazine with the purpose tobe�er our community through posi�ve informa�on.

It is through the support of our local businesses whoadver�se in Around Town that the community is ableto receive Around Town magazine each month.Please help support and recognize these businesses byle�ng them know that you saw their business inAround Town magazine. Let them know that youappreciate what they do for us each month throughsuppor�ng Around Town magazine.

Testimonial of the MonthI was immediately impressed with Jennifer at our first introduc�on at a Speed Networking event. We had lunch and got to know oneanother in more depth as far as our businesses were concerned and how we could work together. I began wri�ng an ar�cle for theMacon issue of the magazine and now I am wri�ng for the Warner Robins issue. I have adver�sed in both as well and have found thisto be a valuable resource to market my exper�se and my discipline to the public. I am grateful for the opportunity and encourageothers to take advantage of and use the magazine to adver�se and market their business. A�er appearing in the first Warner Robinsissue, I have received many phone calls and face to face accolades regarding on how wonderful they think the magazine is. I am veryexcited to support this magazine and I highly recommend Jennifer and her Professional staff!

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