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P salm 100 (KJV) Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. 2 Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing. 3 Know ye that the Lord he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. 4 Enter into his gates with thanks-giving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. 5 For the Lord is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.

It is appropriate that Psalm 100 is about joy and serving our Heavenly Father. When we started this business, we did so with God at the head, and with a heart for serving Him and the Paulding Community. Our Town will always be His magazine first and we know this is why we are here today with our Centennial edition.

Through every page of the last 100 issues God has taught us great lessons in faith and given us tremendous blessings. To date we have had 417 wonderful people of Paulding County on our cover; each one has become a welcomed member of the Our Town family.

The core values of Our Town have not wavered in these past eight years. We have grown in the community and have a love of promoting non-profit groups and spon-soring special county-wide events. Though all the successes and struggles, we give God all the praise and glory.

In September 2009 we began printing in all gloss pages when we introduced our first annual High School Football Issue. Later we began featuring the Paulding County Teacher of the Year, Paulding High School Baseball and the Theater programs. It has been an honor to meet so many wonderful families, students, business owners and special charitable groups in the community. Paulding County is a better place because of her people.

Our number one question is, “How does someone get on the cover?” The answer is through nominations only. We have never sold our covers for profit; they have always been about the people of Paulding. If you know a deserving family or group with a wonderful story that should be shared with our community, we encourage you to nominate them by sending us an email at [email protected].

We are extremely grateful to all those who have supported us: our loyal advertisers, the fabulous folks at the Paulding Chamber of Commerce, our families and friends, and YOU our readers.

Our Town looks forward to what the future holds and we believe God has great things in store. He has already poured out His blessing and grace upon us, and we are hum-bled.

We wish you all the best in this New Year - 2016! God Bless you All!

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The Environmental Assessment on Silver Comet Field is in and the results are GREAT for Paulding County!

he assessment shows little or no impact on the environment as a result of developing the airport. That means economic development, more jobs and better opportunities for Paulding!

On December 1st public comments were taken at Silver Comet Field in an open public forum and we were so pleased to see a majority in support of a prosperous future for Paulding County. Make Your Comments through January 10th! Visit www.pauldingairport.com to read the Environmental Assessment and to leave a positive comment on the findings of the assessment. A summary of the assessment from page 4-55 is shown in this table. We are all tired of sitting in traffic commuting when we could be spending time with family. We want high paying jobs so future generations will want to stay in Paulding County. We know that Paulding is a great place to live, work and play. Please help us make it better by supporting Silver Comet Field and commenting on the findings of the Environmental Assessment.

Get the Facts!l The development of Silver Comet Field will increase the quality of life for those in our county – It will bring jobs, economic development and prosperity.l Silver Comet Field will provide local residents with a new option of air travel that is quick, convenient and affordable. Limited commercial service to popular vacation destinations is expected to start in 2016.l For more information, please visit: www.letpauldingfly.com, www.flysilvercomet.com, www.pauldingairport.com Let Paulding Fly is a pro-Paulding civic group established by and for citizens of Paulding County who care about the future of our community and having access to opportunities that lead to success. Our focus is to support sound policies that pro-mote economic development, create jobs, provide stability and allow our community to soar.

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The more information you have about your ancestors before you begin your family tree research, the better your chances will be of uncovering even more. A collection of names and ambiguous photographs may not get you very far, especially if your fam-ily name is a relatively common one where you live, but if you know more personal details about certain people - such as their profession, where they lived and whether they served in a war - this could instantly open up new avenues of investigation.

Researching your family tree today is now easier and more convenient than ever, thanks to the internet. Dedicated genealogy websites offer members access to a wealth of data, including census records and birth, marriage and death indexes, though you will usually need to sign up and pay a membership fee to access these services. Online forums centered on genealogy can also be great places to share the fruits of your labors with other family historians, and to pick up tips and find out about more resources available to help you.

If you believe your family has lived in the same area for at least several generations, you could also find important information by searching at your local library or coun-cil buildings for census records and birth, marriage and death certificates. Speaking to people who may have worked with your ancestors or known them personally could also help you find out more about their personalities, their interests and any poten-tial leads to help you uncover more information.

Researching your family tree can be a worthwhile and satisfying pastime, and a great gift for other people in your family who may be similarly interested in your shared heritage. However, you should also be prepared for a challenging and often frus-trating time, and may need to accept that some areas of your family tree will remain shrouded in mystery. Just as some people today choose to limit their online presence in an increasingly networked world, your ancestors may have desired similar privacy.

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“Bring One for the Chipper” – Recycled Christmas Tree ProgramJanuary 3; Sunday 8am – 1pm at Home Depot in HiramRecycle your Christmas tree this season and help local families by bringing a non-perishable donation! Call the store to verify date and details 770-439-0707.

Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic at Kritters Country Club*January 9; 2nd Saturday of the monthKritters Country Club is located at 7622 Bankhead Highway in Douglasville. Call 770-489-7500 for hours and more information.

CERT Training (Community Emergency Response Team)January 15; Friday REGISTRAITON DEADLINECERT is a FREE program for the citizens of Paulding who want to gain knowledge of disaster preparedness and hazards that may affect our area. This program trains the volunteers in basic disaster response skills. Training may begin early March 2016. Pick up an application in person Monday through Friday, 8am – 5pm at Paulding County Fire Station 2 at 535 Seaboard Ave., Hiram. Training is free and class size is limited. Background checks are completed for each applicant. www.CitizenCorps.gov/cert/

Open House – Colonial Hills Christian SchoolJanuary 24; Sunday 2:00pmFebruary 24; Sunday 2:00pmCHCS is located at 7131 Mt. Vernon Road, Lithia Springs. Call 770-941-6342 for more information or visit chrams.org.

Paulding Chamber - Georgia Power Luncheon-Paulding Senior CenterFebruary 4; Thursday 11am - 1pm Speaker TBD; ($20/mem, $25/non-mem prepaid; $5 more at door.) To register visit pauldingchamber.org or call 770-445-6016.

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Angels Among Us Ministries and Angels for Success*A Ministry that gives FREE prom or formal gowns to young ladies in high school that do not have the funds to buy one or outfits for ladies going for a job or an interview. To make an appointment or donate call Tina Watson 770-445-8994.

Book Writers Critique Group*Every Wednesday 1pm - 2:30pm at Starbucks - Crossroads8655 Hiram Acworth Hwy, Dallas. [email protected] or simply stop by.

Dallas Rotary Club at Audrey’s Café*Thursdays; 7:30am networking 8am meetingContact Madge Lovingood 770-439-7991 with any questions.

Lighthouse Food Pantry*Thursday of the month (except holidays) 11am-1pmFREE food for those in need. Open to the first 200 families or until food runs out. *Restrictions apply. The food bank is located at 294 White/ Ingram Parkway Dallas. Call 678-363-7470 for more info.

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NW Atlanta Moms of Multiples*2nd Thursday of the month. 7pm-9pmClub for families with or expecting multiples. Special events, Mom’s Nights Out, etc. For info and meeting location visit NOWAMOM.org or call 678-235-8468.

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elcome to 2016. My hope for all of you is that this coming year is exceptional

and filled with joy. Each new year offers the hope and promise of a new beginning. The tradition of making New Year’s resolutions is linked to the sense of “fresh start” that comes with a new year and the practice has a long history. The Babylonians pledged to return borrowed objects and repay debts at the start of each year, while the Romans kicked off January by making a vow to the god Janus (where the word January is rooted).

According to a YouGov survey, 63% of Americans make New Year’s resolutions; and losing weight, getting fitter and eating healthier were the most popular goals set in 2015. Overall, the success rate for resolutions is not impressive. However, it is clear that those who make resolutions have more success for change than those who forgo the tradition.

Changing bad habits and creating positive habits is not easy. Psychologists assert for behavior change to occur, a person must have the capability, opportunity and motivation to make the change happen. However, too often resolutions are made somewhat reflexively without a clear process to determine if the change is something desired by internal rather than external motivations.

An interesting twist on the traditional New Year’s resolution is to make this process one that involves the entire family. This can become a yearly family tradition. My daughter married into a family that has done this for decades. Each January, the family gathers to reflect on the past year; discussing accomplishments and goals, as individuals and as a family. In the resolution conversation there is a review of what worked and what didn’t in the past year, and a declaration of the goals and resolutions for the upcoming year. In this family where everyone is an adult, there is a competitiveness attached where “a winner” is declared based on the successful accomplishment from the past year’s resolutions. This is a bonding and collaborative way to bring the efforts of growth and change into the support of the family.

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Dr. Benjamin Siegel, professor of pediatrics and psychiatry at Boston University School of Medicine proposes that even with young children resolutions can be a positive experience. He advocates that it is generally helpful for parents of younger children to start the discussion and it is helpful that the goals for the coming year should be written down; and the goals should be age appropriate for each family member. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends resolutions for preschool-aged children should focus on cleaning up toys, brushing teeth, washing hands, and being kind to pets.

Resolutions also could include efforts to improve listening and helping skills. As a child reaches elementary school age, he or she will be more able to understand a resolution and participate more in the process of picking goals for the coming year. Into adolescence, focus shifts taking more responsibility for actions, self-care, and helping others.

Over the year the family can meet to review personal progress towards resolutions. This is a healthy process that provides opportunities to reinforce the value in accepting responsibility for making life changes. When a goal is met, there is a powerful sense of accomplishment, which will improve self-esteem and fosters a sense of personal achievement. This is so important….at all ages!

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Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)Thousands of products give off VOCs, and the concentra-tion of VOCs can be up to 10 times higher indoors than outside, the EPA says. Inside the home, paint, furniture and cleaning supplies are among the top sources of VOCs.

To reduce the presence of VOCs in your home, choose low- or no-VOC paints for home improvement projects. If you’ve recently purchased furniture or had new car-peting installed, be sure to use good ventilation - open windows and run ventilation fans to help evacuate VOCs. Choose cleansers made from organic formulations, rath-er than chemicals.

DustDust and dirt in your home don’t just look bad, they can cause respiratory and eye irritation, and make certain conditions - like asthma and allergies - even worse. The “dust” in your home contains a host of irritants besides simple dirt, including animal dander and hair, dust mites, insect debris, pollen, spores and more.

Vacuuming is one of the most effective ways to reduce dust and dirt in your home, but be aware that some vac-uums can pull dust off the floor and exhaust it back into the air. Even uprights with HEPA filters can’t capture and retain all pollutants. A central vacuum system can do a better job of removing contaminants from your home.

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he countdown is over, 2016 is here. If you’re like many people, you might be mulling over some New Year’s resolutions, such as hitting the gym more, learn-ing a new language or taking a cooking class. All are worthy goals, but why not

add some financial resolutions as well?

For example….

Pay yourself first. Even if you aren’t living “paycheck to paycheck,” you proba-bly don’t have much trouble spending your money – because there’s always some-thing that you or a family member needs, always a repair required for your home or your car, always one more bill to pay. But if you are going to achieve your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement, you need to invest consistently. So before you pay everyone else, pay yourself first by having some money automatically moved from your checking or savings account each month into an investment.

Take advantage of your opportunities. If you have a 401(k) or similar plan at work, take full advantage of it. Contribute as much as you can afford – or at least enough to earn your employer’s match, if one is offered – and choose the mix of investments that give you the potential to achieve the growth you need at a level of risk with which you are comfortable.

Focus on the long term. In the short term, you might be excused for not wanting to invest. The headlines are typically scary, the financial markets are frequently vol-atile and the future often looks murky. Yet, if you can look past the uncertainties of today and keep your focus on tomorrow, you will find it easier to follow a disci-plined investment strategy that gives you the opportunity to meet your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement.

Don’t be driven by fear. When the market is down, investors tend to react with fear. Specifically, they rush to sell their investments, afraid that if they don’t “cut their losses,” they might sustain even bigger ones. If you can get past this feeling, you may find that a down market can offer you the chance to buy quality investments at good prices.

Forget about the “hot stocks.” You’ll hear friends, co-workers and talking heads on television tout today’s “hot stocks.” But by the time you might hear about them, they may have cooled off – and, in any case, they might not be appropriate for your needs. Forget about “getting rich quick in the market” – it probably won’t happen. True investment success requires patience and persistence.

Cut down on your debts. It’s easy to pile up debts, but a lot harder getting rid of them. Yet, if you can reduce your debt load even moderately, you’ll free up money you could use to invest. So look for ways to conserve, cut back and consolidate – it will be worth the effort.

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Relax LiteIf you are in a middle of a stressful situation, all you need to do is to breath to be able to let your heart rate go down

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Lose ItIt is an app that you can use to monitor your weight loss progress. It is available for Android and iPhone users for free. With this app you can record your food intake, your calorie count and how

many calories are left to consume. All you need to do is to download the app and then key in some of your personal and important details. You also need to specify your weight goal and how much weight you intend to lose in a week. You can also use its barcode to scan foods and check their nutritional information. You can join the community to get more support if you want to.

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isions of turkey, stuffing, and holiday pies and cookies often motivate people to rev

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Stretching can help your body get ready for exercise. It is also an essential part of recovering from aerobic activity. With every type of exercise there should be a warm up and cool down. Incorporate stretching to ensure greater flexibly and to reduce injuries during your workout.

A good warm up prepares your body for more intense activity. It gets your blood flow-ing, raises muscle temperature, and increases your breathing rate. Adding stretches to your warm up may improve your exercise performance. Once your muscles are warm, spend a few minutes on stretching. Since the goal of your warm up is to increase your heart rate and prepare for more intense work, choose stretches that can be done standing up.

Just as a warm up optimizes your body for exercise, an effective cool down gives your body time to recover. Your cool down begins as you gradually decrease your intensity level at the end of your aerobic exercise session. Walk at a comfortable pace until your breathing and heart rate have returned to normal. Once you are breathing easily, stretch while your muscles are still warm.

By increasing your flexibility you can improve your ability to move around. You will have less muscle tension and your posture will likely improve. Most importantly, stretching after each workout reduces your risk for injury. Here are some stretching exercises recommended by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons:

s Quadricep Hold the top of your left foot with right hand and gently pull heel toward buttocks. Repeat with other leg.

s Calf Stand close to a solid support, and lean on it with your forearms, head resting on hands. Bend one leg and place your foot on the ground in front of you, with the other leg straight behind. Slowly move your hips forward, keeping your lower back flat.

s Hip and Groin Place one leg forward, while your knee of the other leg is resting on the floor. Without changing the position of the knee on the floor or the forward leg, lower the front of your hip downward.

s Hamstring Sit down and straighten your left leg. The sole of your right foot should rest next to the inside of your straightened leg. Lean forward from your hips and reach toward your foot. Keep your left foot upright with the ankle and toes relaxed. Repeat with right leg.

s Upper body In a standing or sitting position, interlace your fingers. With your palms facing upward, push your arms slightly back and up.

s Tricep With your arms overhead, hold the elbow of one arm with the hand of your other arm. Gently pull the elbow behind your arm.

s Shoulder Gently pull your elbow across your chest toward your opposite shoulder.

s Lower Back Tighten your hip muscles and at the same time, tighten your abdominal muscles to flatten your lower back. Hold for 5 to 8 seconds, then relax. Repeat two or three times.

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New Year brings new opportunities. Maybe one of your resolutions was to improve your lawn and

garden. Where do your start and what can you do in January that will get you started?

You might be surprised by the amount of important work you can do to improve your garden in the winter. Top of the list is a soil test in your garden for soil pH and fertility. This is a great winter chore to make sure you are providing a good soil base for all you are trying to grow. You can use UGA Extension soil test recommendations to help cultivate a healthy lawn and garden. Not only will following these recommendations help your plants look better, but they will help prevent excessive nutrients from entering ground water and streams in Paulding County.

Plan for the coming gardening year. Look around your garden and determine what projects you would like to tackle for the year. Are you interested in creating a pollinator garden? Is it time to add an addi-tional raised bed vegetable garden? Do you want an outdoor entertaining space in the garden? Now is a good time to begin garden construction projects, so they will be ready to put to use in the spring.

Winter is also the perfect time to prune. If your plants out grew their space last year, now is the time to prune them back to size. Shrubs that should be pruned at this time of year include: Crape myrtle, Beautyberry, Japanese Barberry, Boxwood, Rose-of-Sharon, Nandina, Grandiflora Roses, and Fragrant Tea Olive. Exceptions to the late winter/early spring pruning rule are spring flowering shrubs whose flowers are set the summer before, such as azaleas, hydrangeas, and forsythia, which should not be pruned until after they have flowered. So hold off on pruning the azaleas, unless you do not mind losing your flower buds for the spring!

Another good winter task is to order seeds for your spring garden. Seed catalogs are available at this time of year and you will find the best selection early. Choose seeds for plants you know will add color, texture and interest to your garden. You can even start many perennial plants from seed beginning in January in preparation for the warmer spring months.

Composting is also a great winter garden activity. Many of the items you throw into your trash can be sorted out and composted in your own back yard. The benefits of this go beyond just reducing your waste. Compost can be used to improve your garden soil and make your landscape and vegetable garden more productive. With a little organization and a designated space, you can make your own soil amendment by composting.

Finally - Feed the birds! Winter is long and it’s not easy for our feathered friends to make a living in the cold. Consider a suet feeder or seed feeder. Don’t forget to give them a nice clean supply of fresh water, as well. Birds in winter are one of the most fantastic garden ornaments, and now is great time to invite them to your garden.

Mary Carol Sheffield, is the Paulding County Extension Coordinator and Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources and an expert in horticulture. For more informa-tion on gardening in Paulding, contact the Paulding County UGA Extension Office at 770-443-7616 or check us out online at www.ugaextension.com/paulding.

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Close to half of 1,000 survey respondents in the millennial age range (18 to 34) say they own cats, and many believe their cat is similar to themselves. Many millennials consider themselves independent, yet social. Fifty-seven percent of millennial cat owners say their cat is as important in their lives as their friends, two in five consider their cat to be their new “best friend” and nearly 50 percent say they tell their cat secrets no one else knows.

According to the Pet Food Institute the U.S. pet cat population is more than 73 mil-lion - or two million more than the U.S. pet dog population. Perhaps it’s true what Sigmund Freud once said, “Time spent with cats is never wasted.”

More than 80 percent of millennial cat owners agree one of the main reasons they own a cat is their cat fits in well with their current lifestyle; perhaps because two-thirds of their cats stay entirely indoors.

“People like cats because they are great pets - they provide comfort to their own-ers and with appropriate socialization they can be warm and friendly,” said Purina behaviorist Sandra Lyn. “In addition, they don’t need to be taken on walks or for bathroom breaks and they’re generally happy doing their own thing, though they do like attention and cuddling.”

“The relationship between pets and people is continuing to evolve,” noted Lyn. “Through research and personal experience, the bond between pets and people can be viewed as an important part of improving quality of life.”

It’s unclear whether the preponderance of cat videos (and the popularity of “celebrity cats” such as Grumpy Cat) in digital media has affected the political correctness of being attached to one’s cat, but nearly three in five millennial cat owners surveyed by Purina consider themselves as “cat ladies” or “cat men.” In fact, two in five millennial cat owners talk about their pets on social media, three in five have watched cat videos and half have shared cat memes.

In general, those identifying as “cat people” are 11% more apt to have an “open” personality than “dog people”, meaning they tend to be curious, creative, artistic and more apt to be non-traditional thinkers, says research by WebMD. Further, Purina found 88% of millennial cat owners consider themselves similar to their cats. Forty percent describe their lifestyle as independent, and 72% see themselves as friendly - with 46% motivated to own cats because they’re also friendly.

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ho doesn’t love food? It’s a great way to bring people together, whether it’s for a holiday celebration, a party with friends or family gathering after church on Sunday. In 2016 we will highlight some of the national and inter-

national food holidays that could be part of your next gathering.

Since the weather is typically cold, it makes sense the foods we celebrate in January are usually ones that warm us from the inside out on those chilly days.

January - National Soup MonthOn a cold day, there is nothing better than a bowl of homemade soup to warm us up or make us feel better.

Unstuffed Pepper Soup Recipe Serves 101-1/2 pounds ground beef3 large green peppers, chopped1 large onion, chopped2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes, undrained1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1-1/2 cups cooked rice

In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, cook the beef, green peppers and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the broth, soup, tomatoes and mushrooms. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for at least 30 min-utes, stirring occasionally. Add rice and heat through.

January - National Oatmeal MonthAccording to Gone-to-pott.com, more oatmeal is eaten in January than in any other month. But for some, oatmeal is an acquired taste. It’s a wonderful energy boost and stays with you for hours to come on cold, frosty mornings. My favorite is the steel cut oatmeal with a little brown sugar and pecans. But, if you’re in a rush, try Starbucks Perfect Oatmeal. It really is just that....perfect!

Another way to eat your oats is a yummy oatmeal cookie. There are so many varia-tions but this is my favorite!

Precious Oatmeal Cookies

makes 1122 cups butter2 cups brown sugar2 cups white sugar4 eggs2 tsp vanilla4 cups flour5 cups oatmeal, blended to a fine powder1 tsp salt2 tsp baking powder2 tsp soda4 ounces chocolate chips8 ounce Hershey bar, grated3 cups chopped nuts

Cream butter and both sugars. Add eggs and vanilla. Mix together with flour, oatmeal, salt, baking powder and soda. Add chocolate chips, grated Hershey bar and nuts. Roll into balls and place two inches apart on cookie sheet. Bake 6 minutes at 375 degrees. (Recipe can be halved. You can also add raisins or cranberries for festive color.)

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DOWN1. Power ___ Girls2. “... there is no ___ angel but Love”: Shakespeare3. Ashcroft’s predecessor4. Paneling material5. Game stick6. Upper air7. Josip Broz, familiarly8. Falling flakes9. J.F.K. overseer10. Chant11. Bassoon, e.g.12. Tried to get home, maybe13. Addition column21. Amble22. Nothing-but-net sound26. Trick taker, often27. Cover, in a way28. Celebrate

29. Bypass30. Account31. Narcotics32. Like much testimony33. “... or ___!”34. “Ah, me!”38. Boatload39. “Walking on Thin Ice” singer40. Contractor42. Automobile sticker fig.43. Bowl over45. Proposal46. Seconded47. To make happen50. Fine51. “Portnoy’s Complaint” author52. “Not to mention ...”54. Advertising sign55. “Cogito ___ sum”56. Commuter line57. “___ quam videri” (N. Carolina’s motto)58. Turned blue, maybe60. “Do the Right Thing” pizzeria owner

ACROSS1. Make waves5. Be-boppers9. Blue-ribbon position14. Eye layer15. Curb, with “in”16. Anoint17. Fivers18. “Beetle Bailey” dog19. Saved on supper, perhaps20. Night club entertainment23. “What are the ___?”24. Barely beat, with “out”25. Blanched27. Permit to drive34. Sharp mountain ridge35. Cheat, slangily36. Carpentry tool37. Cleanse38. Expel of air from lungs40. Boys in the ‘hood41. “Tarzan” extra42. “Buddenbrooks” author43. Bolivian capital44. Protection of oneself48. ___ roll49. Amniotic membrace50. Highlands hillside53. Issue number59. Egg___61. “Aeneid” figure62. “Duck soup!”

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We’re on Wallet Watch

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*2015 summer rate survey by the Georgia Public Service Commission. Based on 1,000 kilowatt hours monthly residential use.

With a rate reduction planned for the spring of 2016, and rates that are already among the lowest in the state,* GreyStone Power has been cutting costs to reduce rates.

We’ve held down operating expenses, negotiated lower power costs and worked with industry allies to ensure member concerns were heard on Capitol Hill.

The cooperative recently returned $5 million in capital credits to members and offers energy efficiency seminars, home energy audits and tips.

When it comes to power bills, GreyStone Power is on wallet watch. We’re working hard to provide you with reliable and cost-competitive electricity.

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