Entries from March 2015

Sue Ward (03-25-15)

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Tuesday, March 31. 2015
STATHAM - Sue Dowd Ward, 92, formerly of Paducah, Ky. and Winder, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2015, at Gentiva Hospice in Athens. She was a homemaker and was of the Catholic Denomination. A native of Paducah, Ky., Mrs. Ward was the daughter of the late George M. and Amy Longest Dowd. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas R. ... [Full Story »] 

Carol Smith (03-29-15)

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Monday, March 30. 2015
WINDER - Carol Yvonne Smith, 68, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, March 29, 2015, at Athens Regional Medical Center. Carol was born January 13, 1947, in Athens, the daughter of the late Clarence and Virginia Kitchens Hagwood. She was preceded in death by her brother, Wayne Hagwood; and sister, Gail Adcock. She was a member of New Life Church ... [Full Story »] 

Ivanee Martin (03-06-15)

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Monday, March 30. 2015
WINDER - Ivanee Vaughan Martin, 101, entered into rest Friday, March 6, 2015. Mrs. Martin was born in Murrayville, Ga., the daughter of the late Edgar D. and Inez Edwards Vaughan, was a member of Brookhaven Baptist Church, and was the retired owner of Toddler’s Haven Day Nursery. Survivors include a daughter, Elaine Crisler, Jefferson; son, ... [Full Story »] 

PABIS: Not all clutter is equal

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Friday, March 27. 2015
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I hear a lot about clutter. It’s a buzzword for stay-at-home moms and probably any parent my age. Kids come with a lot of clutter, and shucks, if you’ve lived in the same place for long enough, you’ll accumulate plenty of clutter with or without kids.

Most of the time, clutter is spoken like a dirty word. “I hate this clutter.” “I can’t get rid of all this clutter.” “What I am going to do with this clutter?” “I’m drowning in clutter!”

I admit, I’ve said all that too. I whittle away at our clutter whenever I get the chance, which isn’t often, but now that the boys are older, it is not as insurmountable of a task as it used to be. I recently went through one of my son’s closets and my own closet. I have a bunch of boxes in the back of my van and ready to donate next time we go into town. [Full Story »] 

Justin Gee (03-25-15)

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Friday, March 27. 2015
COMNMERCE - Justin Theodore Gee, 26, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2015. Mr. Gee was born in Commerce, the son of Wiley Theodore “Teddy” Gee and Santina “Tina” Martin Gee of Jefferson. Mr. Gee was a First Lieutenant with the Harrisburg Fire Department, and was a Certified Fire Fighter and First Responder. Mr. Gee was also a ... [Full Story »] 

Sheriff’s investigators arrest man at home day care for child molestation

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Katie Cofer
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Friday, March 27. 2015
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The husband of a woman who ran a day-care through her Auburn home was arrested on multiple child molestation charges last week.

Barrow County Sheriff’s officials arrested Richard Paltrineri, 64, of Auburn, on Friday, March 20, after a child who attended SusanSilly Expressions Pre-School Program made a disclosure to its parents, according to the sheriff’s office. Paltrineri’s wife, Susan Paltrineri, operates the state-licensed home day care facility at 1442 Elliot’s Lane in Auburn.

Paltrineri is currently charged with multiple counts of child molestation, sexual battery, and cruelty to children; one count of aggravated sodomy; and one count of aggravated child molestation. There have been multiple children identified as victims at this point. Their ages range from two to five years old, and include both boys and girls.

The investigation began the morning of Paltrineri’s arrest. Sheriff’s officials executed a search warrant at the Auburn residence and day care facility late Friday evening, March 20.

Among items obtained were numerous documents sheriff’s officials believed will contain the identities of former children who were at the facility. Over the weekend, sheriff’s investigators also spoke with family members of known victims.

Investigators are also following up with children and families who may have had contact with Paltrineri or the home day care facility.
The investigation is ongoing and additional charges are possible.

See more in the April 1 print edition of the Barrow Journal.

CUSTOM MADE SCREENS

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Thursday, March 26. 2015
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BROWN: Lessons learned as an adult

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Jessica Brown
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Thursday, March 26. 2015
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As I prepare to turn 22 next month, I’ve realized that I’ve learned some of my most valuable life lessons in the last two years.

Being a twentysomething has taught me some of life’s hardest lessons, and I’m only two years into this portion of my life! Here are some of the things I have come to understand in such a short time.

1.Forgive yourself. We all have to make tough decisions for our lives that we may not understand at the time. Don’t feel guilty for thinking of yourself because sometimes you do need to put yourself first. [Full Story »] 

New animal control director seeks better image for department

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Thursday, March 26. 2015
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For years, decades even, the news surrounding Barrow County Animal Control has involved plenty of negatives.

From a revolving door in terms of directors to poor community relations to documented mistreatment of animals, the department is hoping to leave all that past negativity behind. Working toward that goal is new director, Jackie Nguyen, who has officially taken the role of Barrow County Animal Control director. The Barrow County Board of Commissioners approved the hire in late February.

Nguyen’s first day on the job was last Monday and she says she is currently working with animal control staff members, seeking their input on how to improve the department.

“One thing that I have already put into practice to improve the department is to get to know the employees and have their input on what they would like to see as well,” she said. “The staff is full of great ideas and I think that amongst us, we can create not only a wonderful work environment, but a great shelter that is dedicated to providing top quality service to the community and to the animals.”
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Cook Holliday-Rotary Club Relays Saturday

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Thursday, March 26. 2015
Winder-Barrow High School track coach Michael Lofton is probably as concerned about the weather forecast as he is about the competition for his athletes. WBHS is set to host the Cook Holliday-Rotary Club Relays Saturday. Eight teams are scheduled to compete at W. Clair Harris Stadium in an event named for the school’s Hall of Fame track ... [Full Story »] 
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