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Continuing the conversation: Today's guest is a man whose story reads like a modern-day Acts of the Apostles—complete with overseas mission work, a deep calling to serve, and a heart on fire for building community through faith. Brandon Groome's journey began not in a pulpit, but on the mission field—where he and his wife Rena dedicated their early years to bringing hope and the message of Jesus to underserved corners of the world. Those formative years shaped more than just a worldview—they shaped a vision. One rooted in service, in walking alongside people through every season of life, and ultimately, in planting something lasting. That vision would eventually lead Brandon back to Georgia, where he became not just a pastor, but a church planter—currently leading the launch of Grace Lake Church right here in Eatonton. With more than 20 years in ministry, Brandon brings a deep well of wisdom, a gitft for connection, and a passion for multiplying what he calls “Jesus encounters in everyday life.” He's not just building a church—he's cultivating a movement. It's a joy to introduce Brandon to you today! https://www.gracelake.net/ Sponsors: Tim Broyles State Farm; ProSouth Electric; IV Wellness Solutions https://mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.prosouthelectric.com/ https://www.ivwellnesssolutions.org/
Today's guest is a man whose story reads like a modern-day Acts of the Apostles—complete with overseas mission work, a deep calling to serve, and a heart on fire for building community through faith. Brandon Groome's journey began not in a pulpit, but on the mission field—where he and his wife Rena dedicated their early years to bringing hope and the message of Jesus to underserved corners of the world. Those formative years shaped more than just a worldview—they shaped a vision. One rooted in service, in walking alongside people through every season of life, and ultimately, in planting something lasting. That vision would eventually lead Brandon back to Georgia, where he became not just a pastor, but a church planter—currently leading the launch of Grace Lake Church right here in Eatonton. With more than 20 years in ministry, Brandon brings a deep well of wisdom, a gitft for connection, and a passion for multiplying what he calls “Jesus encounters in everyday life.” He's not just building a church—he's cultivating a movement. It's a joy to introduce Brandon to you today! https://www.gracelake.net/ Sponsors: Tim Broyles State Farm; ProSouth Electric; IV Wellness Solutions https://mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.prosouthelectric.com/ https://www.ivwellnesssolutions.org/
"Hate pushed me to leave the South, but love brought me to Detroit." In this electrifying episode of Detroit is Different, we sit down with powerhouse attorney, political strategist, and self-proclaimed vanguard of the New Great Migration, Thomaesa Bailey. From her roots in Eatonton, Georgia—home of literary icon Alice Walker—to making waves in Detroit's political scene, Thomaesa shares her passionate journey of advocacy, civic engagement, and Black political power. She's not just talking policy—she's making it plain, breaking down legislative complexities, and bringing the people into the process. With experience in the Umoja Debate League, Detroit City Council, and grassroots mobilization, she's on a mission to educate, activate, and empower. We dive deep into Detroit's over-assessed property taxes, redistricting, and the larger fight for community self-determination. Plus, find out why an alien visitor's first stop in the D should be the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center! Tune in for an unfiltered, inspiring conversation about the future of Black Detroit, political power, and what it truly means to be ten toes down for the people. Detroit is Different is a podcast hosted by Khary Frazier covering people adding to the culture of an American Classic city. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to hear, see and experience more of what makes Detroit different. Follow, like, share, and subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes, Google Play, and Sticher. Comment, suggest and connect with the podcast by emailing info@detroitisdifferent.com
I'm truly excited for you to meet my guest today! His story blends leadership, passion and a love of history and music. His accent will quickly give away that he is from the UK, and he'll share the story of how he came to the United States and ultimately to Eatonton, Georgia! Richard Garrett is a dedicated professional, entrepreneur and community leader with a long and successful career. His journey, across various industries, always brings a forward thinking approach to his work. Along with his wife Karen, who is a Cordon Bleu-trained chef, Richard runs a charming Bed & Breakfast, right here in Eatonton, where guests enjoy a warm welcome, delicious food and a unique hospitality experience. Richard's love of music led him to become a unique collector, and you definitely don't want to miss this story! He'll tell us how it all started, what makes it special and how it ties into his appreciation for history. His passion for public service has led him to serve on the Putnam County Board of Commission, where he's diligently working to help shape the future of Eatonton & Putnam County. Guest: Richard Garrett Website: https://www.dot2dotinn.com/ Phone: 706-991-5030 Email: dot2dotmanager@gmail.com https://www.oldschoolhistorymuseum.org/events Sponsors: Tim Broyles State Farm; ProSouth Electric; IV Wellness Solutions; Reynolds Community Radio https://mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.prosouthelectric.com/ https://www.ivwellnesssolutions.org/ https://reynoldscommunityradio.com/
I'm truly excited for you to meet my guest today! His story blends leadership, passion and a love of history and music. His accent will quickly give away that he is from the UK, and he'll share the story of how he came to the United States and ultimately to Eatonton, Georgia! Richard Garrett is a dedicated professional, entrepreneur and community leader with a long and successful career. His journey, across various industries, always brings a forward thinking approach to his work. Along with his wife Karen, who is a Cordon Bleu-trained chef, Richard runs a charming Bed & Breakfast, right here in Eatonton, where guests enjoy a warm welcome, delicious food and a unique hospitality experience. Richard's love of music led him to become a unique collector, and you definitely don't want to miss this story! He'll tell us how it all started, what makes it special and how it ties into his appreciation for history. His passion for public service has led him to serve on the Putnam County Board of Commission, where he's diligently working to help shape the future of Eatonton & Putnam County. Guest: Richard Garrett Website: https://www.dot2dotinn.com/ Phone: 706-991-5030 Email: dot2dotmanager@gmail.com https://www.oldschoolhistorymuseum.org/events Sponsors: Tim Broyles State Farm; ProSouth Electric; IV Wellness Solutions; Reynolds Community Radio https://mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.prosouthelectric.com/ https://www.ivwellnesssolutions.org/ https://reynoldscommunityradio.com/
Today I have a return guest! Maggie Milner, President & CEO of the Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce is back to update us on the many positive changes we have seen in both downtown Eatonton and Putnam County over the last couple of years! There's a lot going on you're going to want to hear about! We'll discuss new businesses, events and venues. Did you know there's a brand new sculpture trail that you can visit in Eatonton with amazing artwork from all over the country? And a new gun shop? You'll hear about all of this and much more! Of course, we'll talk about what is going on at the Chamber of Commerce, tourism in the area and opportunities for local businesses to network and showcase what they do. We'll talk about some BIG changes happening in Maggie's life. And we'll share some “late breaking news”! We have a lot to talk about, so let's welcome Maggie back to the show! Guest: Maggie Milner https://eatonton.com/ https://visiteatonton.com/ Sponsors: ProSouth Electric; Tim Broyles State Farm; Reynolds Community Radio https://www.prosouthelectric.com/ https://mydowntownagency.com/ https://reynoldscommunityradio.com/ health@leadthelake.com
My guest and his family are well know in the community, even though they've been here a relatively short time, compared to many. But even if you don't know the family, chances are you know their businesses! But what you may not know is the journey that brought them here, and we'll certainly share that today! After growing up, getting marries and starting a family in Macon, Jacob Fried and his family made the move to the lake and have never looked back. In business, Jacob is one of those individuals who sees a need and finds a way to fill it. And I mean, he goes all in. While many people see obstacles, Jacob sees opportunity. He lives the words “failure is not an option!” He opened and operates both Suds Car Wash and F5 Detailing & Restoration, both well-known and well-patronized by many of us here at the lake. Now you'll hear the story behind these businesses. But besides being a good businessman, Jacob is an incredible community neighbor, husband, father and friend! He loves his community and he helps anyone who needs help, not because he has to but because he wants to, usually before they even ask! We'll talk about all of that, as well as his involvement at Gatewood Academy, where he characteristically jumped in to lend a hand, even before his kids started day one of school there! Guest: Jacob Fried Suds Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064150205706 F5 Companies Website: https://f5companies.com/ Phone: 478-733-2291 Address: 673 Old Phoenix Road; Eatonton, GA Sponsors: Tim Broyles State Farm; ProSouth Electric; Habitat for Humanity of Putnam; Simplify AI Academy https://www.prosouthelectric.com/ https://mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.putnamcountyhabitat.org/ https://simplifyai.academy/
My guest and his family are well know in the community, even though they've been here a relatively short time, compared to many. But even if you don't know the family, chances are you know their businesses! But what you may not know is the journey that brought them here, and we'll certainly share that today! After growing up, getting marries and starting a family in Macon, Jacob Fried and his family made the move to the lake and have never looked back. In business, Jacob is one of those individuals who sees a need and finds a way to fill it. And I mean, he goes all in. While many people see obstacles, Jacob sees opportunity. He lives the words “failure is not an option!” He opened and operates both Suds Car Wash and F5 Detailing & Restoration, both well-known and well-patronized by many of us here at the lake. Now you'll hear the story behind these businesses. But besides being a good businessman, Jacob is an incredible community neighbor, husband, father and friend! He loves his community and he helps anyone who needs help, not because he has to but because he wants to, usually before they even ask! We'll talk about all of that, as well as his involvement at Gatewood Academy, where he characteristically jumped in to lend a hand, even before his kids started day one of school there! Guest: Jacob Fried Suds Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064150205706 F5 Companies Website: https://f5companies.com/ Phone: 478-733-2291 Address: 673 Old Phoenix Road; Eatonton, GA Sponsors: Tim Broyles State Farm; ProSouth Electric; Habitat for Humanity of Putnam; Simplify AI Academy https://www.prosouthelectric.com/ https://mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.putnamcountyhabitat.org/ https://simplifyai.academy/
My guest today is the Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Putnam County. I know it would be rare for anyone not to be familiar with the organization, but I think a lot of people don't understand exactly how it works or exactly what it provides in terms of the homes. Murali Thirumal was born in Sri Lanka. We'll talk about his early life and how a young man from Sri Lanka ended up in college in Milledgeville, GA and what ultimately brought him back to champion great, non-profit work in the area. The Habitat for Humanity of Putnam has grown significantly under his creative leadership and many of you know him from visiting the ReStore or seeing him out in the community. We'll discuss their brand new location, how that came about and what you can expect when you visit. If you haven't been, you really need to check it out, it's amazing! We will also talk about what the community does, and continues to do, to support the mission of the organization, providing homes and hope for people. We'll learn about the fun side of Murali who, it turns out, is a bit of a prankster! Guest - Murali Thirumal - Executive Director Website: https://www.putnamcountyhabitat.org/ Phone: 706-991-1600 New ReStore Location: 866 Harmony Road; Eatonton, GA 31024 Sponsors - Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm; Farmers & Merchant Bank; Simplify AI Academy https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/ https://mydowntownagency.com/ https://ibankfmb.com/ https://simplifyai.academy/
Welcome to today's show! You are in for a treat today. Not only do I have two very interesting gentlemen, but we are going to talk about an incredible organization that is doing amazing work here in our community! Regular listeners will remember us talking about Neighbors Helping Neighbors on a previous episode, but we have an announcement today that you do NOT want to miss! First, we'll hear from Mike Rainey, a lifelong resident of Eatonton & Putnam County about growing up here when it was just like Mayberry on The Andy Griffith Show! His family has operated Briarpatch Farms for five generations and has been designated a Centennial Farm, having been in operation for over 120 years! Mike will tell us why he loves farming, loves the land and loves to give back to the community that has been his lifelong home. We will give you some background and updates on Neighbors Helping Neighbors, and its mission to help people in our community by providing them a hand up, not a hand out. The need is still great, to help our neighbors with repairs for their homes, transportation and even beds for kids who have nothing to sleep on. And we will announce Songwriters Night at the Briarpatch on April 20, an unforgettable experience for you and an important fundraiser benefiting Neighbors Helping Neighbors. You will experience an evening filled with music and stories from the talented songwriters Lee Thomas Miller and Wendell Mobley, straight from Nashville! Don't miss this! It's a win-win, for both you and for Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Guests - Mike Rainey & Bob Massey https://www.nhnga.org/ https://www.briarpatchfarmga.com/ Sponsors - Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm; Farmers & Merchants Bank; Simplify AI Academy https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/ https://mydowntownagency.com/ https://ibankfmb.com/ http://simplifyai.academy
Novelist and activist Alice Walker was born on this day in 1944, in Eatonton, Georgia. Emerging from the segregated South, Walker's experiences profoundly shaped her writing, leading her to become a prominent voice in African American literature. Best known for her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel "The Color Purple," Walker's literary contributions delve into themes of race, gender, and resilience. The novel, which explores the lives of African American women in the early 20th century South, brought her widespread acclaim and remains her most famous work. It was adapted into a successful film directed by Steven Spielberg. Her commitment to activism, spanning civil rights to feminism, underscores her belief in using art as a catalyst for social change, solidifying her status as a towering figure in both literature and advocacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest today is one of those people who, not only sees a need in the world (and I mean literally the world!) but one of those rare individuals who actually takes action to do something about it! Kevin Tomson-Hooper now lives here at the lake. But his career in non-profits has taken him and his wife, Sarah, to countries all over the world, serving people suffering, most often in circumstances they had no control over. We will talk about an organization he served for many years that we all know, but most of us probably don't know how much they do and how far and wide they reach. Kevin served as the Executive Director of Social Services for Southern Corporate Headquarters for the Salvation Army and he will tell us a lot more about the organization and its good work. As a world traveler, Kevin will tell us a couple of his all time favorite destinations, as well as those on the bottom of his list! Also, with his interest in art, he had an opportunity to obtain art from many places, each with a special meaning to him and Sarah. Kevin has been a key player in stimulating the economic development of Eatonton. Part of a group with a goal of revitalization of downtown Eatonton some years ago, one area that was determined to bring visitors was in the arts, specifically visual arts. From that idea, the Artisans Village was born. Now with a Guild consisting of nearly 200 artists, many of them local, our area is extremely fortunate to have such a vibrant art community that hosts a number of events each year. We'll talk about how all of that came about, current events and so much more. And you don't want to miss the shopping opportunities for everyone on your Christmas list! We'll also discuss the history and revitalization of Barrel 118, an incredible event venue that Kevin & Sarah have rehabbed, also in downtown Eatonton. Of course, you'll learn what lured them to the lake, and now, in the latest chapter of a most interesting life, Kevin is continuing to help people in need, here and all over the world. Guest - Kevin Tomson-Hooper https://theartisansvillage.org/ https://barrel118.com/ https://theartisansvillage.org/wp-content/uploads/The-Artisans-Village-Art-Gallery-article.pdf Sponsors - Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm; Farmers & Merchants Bank https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com https://mydowntownagency.com/ https://ibankfmb.com/
Today on the podcast we welcome the Rev. Dr. Greg DeLoach to the podcast. Dean DeLoach is currently serving as Dean of the McAfee School of Theology at Mercer University. He is a native of Eatonton, Georgia, and has pastored congregations throughout the state for nearly three decades, including places like Mansfield, Chickamauga, Marietta, and Augusta. Following 10 years as senior pastor of First Baptist Church Augusta, he became executive director of Development Disabilities Ministries, an Atlanta-based nonprofit that serves adults with developmental disabilities and their families through operation of 19 homes across Georgia. In February 2017, he joined the development staff at Mercer, having previously served on the University's Board of Trustees. He was named Interim Dean in 2018, and appointed Dean in 2021. Recently many have been captivated with his Tik Toks on the subject of death and dying for the course he's teaching in the spring for Mercer University. You can audit this hybrid class whether you're in Georgia or beyond so be sure to reach out to him if what we talk about today interests you.
Today on the podcast we welcome the Rev. Dr. Greg DeLoach to the podcast. Dean DeLoach is currently serving as Dean of the McAfee School of Theology at Mercer University. He is a native of Eatonton, Georgia, and has pastored congregations throughout the state for nearly three decades, including places like Mansfield, Chickamauga, Marietta, and Augusta. Following 10 years as senior pastor of First Baptist Church Augusta, he became executive director of Development Disabilities Ministries, an Atlanta-based nonprofit that serves adults with developmental disabilities and their families through operation of 19 homes across Georgia. In February 2017, he joined the development staff at Mercer, having previously served on the University's Board of Trustees. He was named Interim Dean in 2018, and appointed Dean in 2021. Recently many have been captivated with his Tik Toks on the subject of death and dying for the course he's teaching in the spring for Mercer University. You can audit this hybrid class whether you're in Georgia or beyond so be sure to reach out to him if what we talk about today interests you.
My guest today has dedicated his career to helping people, not only relieving their pain, but also giving them back the ability to do the things they enjoy in life! Brian Prell is a Physical Therapist and owner of Lake Oconee Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy. You will enjoy hearing how Brian's path to Physical Therapy was not typical. He was heading in a different direction, when a couple of random occurrences led him to PT. He describes for us the model that he uses in his approach that makes him, not only unique, but also very effective in successful treatments of his patients. Brian, and his entire staff, focus first on relationships, and that remains the focus for the entire treatment process, and continues long after the treatments have ended. He listens carefully to each patient's unique story and then, like an investigator, identifies the REAL cause of the pain, or movement limitation, and treats THAT, regardless of what it may appear to be on the surface. We'll talk success stories and a couple of real life examples that demonstrate Brian's level of detail when treating his patients. While some people may be passionate about Physical Therapy, Brian is passionate about the way he and his staff DO Physical Therapy! Guest - Brian Prell https://lakeoconeerehab.com/ Address: 117 Harmony Crossing #4; Eatonton, GA 31024 706-717-3650 Sponsors - Farmers & Merchants Bank; Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm Insurance https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/ https://www.mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tbprotectincome
My guest today has dedicated his career to helping people, not only relieving their pain, but also giving them back the ability to do the things they enjoy in life! Brian Prell is a Physical Therapist and owner of Lake Oconee Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy. You will enjoy hearing how Brian's path to Physical Therapy was not typical. He was heading in a different direction, when a couple of random occurrences led him to PT. He describes for us the model that he uses in his approach that makes him, not only unique, but also very effective in successful treatments of his patients. Brian, and his entire staff, focus first on relationships, and that remains the focus for the entire treatment process, and continues long after the treatments have ended. He listens carefully to each patient's unique story and then, like an investigator, identifies the REAL cause of the pain, or movement limitation, and treats THAT, regardless of what it may appear to be on the surface. We'll talk success stories and a couple of real life examples that demonstrate Brian's level of detail when treating his patients. While some people may be passionate about Physical Therapy, Brian is passionate about the way he and his staff DO Physical Therapy! Guest - Brian Prell https://lakeoconeerehab.com/ Address: 117 Harmony Crossing #4; Eatonton, GA 31024 706-717-3650 Sponsors - Farmers & Merchants Bank; Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm Insurance https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/ https://www.mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tbprotectincome
If you like a good story of two people who met as teenagers & had a first date, went their separate ways, then decades later had a second date that resulted in a fairytale ending, you're going to enjoy today's show! And if you ever thought about opening your very own brewery, you're going to enjoy today's show! And if you like seeing a five year plan work, according to plan, you're going to enjoy today's show! My guests today have lived and experienced all of those things and more. Mike Abruzzese and Peggy Teufel are now residents of the lake and are in the process of opening their very own amazing brewery! I, for one, cannot wait for them to be open so I can try out some of their delightful creations! We will be discussing their most interesting love story, not only with each other, but also with beer! Of course, we'll talk about of all the places in the world they could have opened their brewery, why they decided to come right here, to Eatonton. They'll tell you how they got started making beer, current and future plans, and most importantly, we'll talk about some of the products and their beautiful facility! You'll even get some lessons on precisely HOW beer is made! You're going to enjoy Mike & Peggy's story and the journey that ultimately brought them here! Guests - Mike Abbruzzese & Peggy Teufel Website: https://www.bruzzebrewing.com/ Email: bruzzebrew2018@gmail.com Address: 370 Scott Road; Eatonton, GA 31024 Sponsors - Farmers & Merchants Bank; Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm Insurance https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/ https://www.mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tbprotectincome https://ibankfmb.com/
In the quiet gated community of Great Waters in Eatonton, Georgia, 85 miles east of Atlanta, lived Russell and Shirley Dermond. As per their website, Great Waters is part of Reynolds Lake Oconee; a luxury golf and lakefront community boasting 12,000 acres of lakefront property, six golf courses, 11 restaurants, as well as recreational and culinary amenities befitting a world-class private club. This was the perfect retirement location for the Dermonds as Russell was an avid golfer and Shirley was a keen gardener. With a crime rate of zero, they felt safe and could enjoy their days in their hard earned dream home. The safety they, and the community felt, was shattered when, in 2014, Russell was found dead in his home and Shirley was nowhere to be found. This is their story. If you have any information, please call the Putnam County Sheriff's Office at 706-485-8557. Resources: https://themurderdiariespodcast.com/episodes/murdered-russell-amp-shirley-dermond Music Used: Walking with the Dead by Maia Wynne Link: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Maiah_Wynne/Live_at_KBOO_for_A_Popcalypse_11012017 License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Our Links: Website: https://themurderdiariespodcast.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/themurderdiariespod Buy Us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mdiariespod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themurderdiariespod/ TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdgBwpV1/ Edited by: https://www.landispodcastediting.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Holy Cow, welcome to today's episode of Lure of the Lake! No really. I am welcoming the owners of a very cool new store to the show today, Jennifer & Michael Woodcock. We will introduce you to a one of a kind, local leather shop named Holy Cow. And while the leather products are amazing, there is so much more. We love introducing guests to the audience who not only have interesting lives & businesses, but who also have interesting stories of being “lured” to the lake. As you will hear, my guests today certainly have both! Growing up in McDonough, Jennifer and Michael, or Mikey as Jennifer likes to call him, met early in life, got married and have been together for 27 years, though to look at them, you would never believe that. And to round the family out, they have four children and a grandchild on the way! We'll talk about the successful careers both of them had prior to launching their business and we'll talk about the business, its humble beginnings, rapid growth and how it got its interesting, unique name! The fun really begins when they decided to make the move to the lake. The stars lined up as they made the decision to move, not only their business, but also their home AND their family all at the same time! It was a leap of faith! We'll spend some time introducing you to the store, the beautiful handmade leather items that you can often see being made, hand poured candles poured right in the store, handcrafted woodworking items that Michael makes himself and so much more. In fact, if you are looking for a gift for someone, (or yourself), you need go no further than Holy Cow, located right here in Eatonton! And believe me, when you walk in and take in the amazing leather smell, you know you are in the right place! Guests - Michael & Jennifer Woodcock Website: https://www.holycowleatherandgoods.com/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/HolyCowLeatherGoods/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holycowleather/ Phone: 470-410-3562 Sponsors - Farmers & Merchants Bank; Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm Insurance https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/ https://www.mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tbprotectincome https://ibankfmb.com/
My guest today is such an interesting guy and I can't wait for you to meet my friend, Lou Benjamin. Lou grew up in Cincinnati and spent his younger years there. He had a unique plan for college and beyond that, as often happens, changed course. But during that time, he realized he had a knack for sales, which took him in a different direction. Lou will tell us about a visit to Atlanta that actually never ended! He never left, moved there, established a career in recruiting AND ultimately his own business, where he discovered a niche that served him well his entire career. His career took him to major companies and clients all over the world! Lou is one of those rare, early adopter property buyers of Reynolds, when it was very young. In fact, he tells us at that time, when you came to look at property, you stayed at the sales managers home while you were visiting! He and his wife Paula also bought a weekend home, a golf cottage in Great Waters, before there was a world-class golf course there! He'll tell us stories about the excitement of watching the course come out of the ground and explains one of the unique reasons it IS the course we know and love today! One of the things you will love about Lou is his easygoing humor, but unmistakable wisdom. He used that knowledge and served on the Reynolds Board of Governors, not once but twice. The first time was before he was a full time resident and the second, which he served as Chair, was during one of the most critical times, during the transition of ownership of the property to Met Life. He'll tell us about what did happen and even more interesting, what could have happened, if the stars had not lined up properly. Lou seems to find himself serving his community at times when they really need him most. It happened when Eatonton and Putnam County found themselves in some dire economic circumstances when one of those worst case scenarios come to pass. Lou was part of a private community think tank and instrumental in discovering a viable economic solution. They accomplished this by establishing Eatonton as a tourism destination by creating visual and literary art venues. You will know these today as the Artisans Village and the Georgia Writers Museum. Lou was instrumental in establishing these hidden gems, and is still active in the organizations today! I look forward to talking to Lou about what's next for the area, and telling us about the past, present and future. We even have a discussion about AI (Artificial Intelligence) and where we think that may he rapidly heading! You'll still find Lou actively supporting the causes he believes in, while he enjoys golf, traveling and a bit of acting! Guest - Lou Benjamin https://lakecountryarts.org/ https://www.georgiawritersmuseum.org/ https://theartisansvillage.org/ Sponsors - Farmers & Merchants Bank; Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm Insurance https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/ https://www.mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tbprotectincome https://ibankfmb.com/
There are some people who can pack so much living into life. My guest today is certainly one of those people. Brigadier General Stewart Rodeheaver has lived an extraordinary life. Growing up in Georgia, he loved "playing army" on the large expanse of land, some 3500 acres of family farm. But, even then, he never dreamed of a military career that spanned nearly 40 years! What's makes his journey even more extraordinary is that he initially enlisted in the Army as a private and worked his way up through the ranks, all the way to General! You'll enjoy the way it all started, with a Sergeant Major "suggesting' he fill out the paperwork for OCS, Officer Candidate School. From there, we will talk about his military experiences until he received the nod and entered the ranks of the elite club of Generals. And though he was near the top of the pyramid in rank, he admits that his wife always did, and still does, outrank him! Don't miss the leadership takeaways from the army that has served him both in life and business. You'll also hear his interesting story of what lured him and his wife, to the lake. And that, despite his intentions to take a well-deserved retirement and spend his days fishing, a 4 Star General and a different call to duty, were partly responsible for him starting a brand new business and fulfilling an incredibly important function. This was first for the army, then other military, and then the government and now across many industries. When you hear what his company is capable of doing, you will wonder how it is not in Silicon Valley or another large research center. But the General found a way to make it work right here in Eatonton, GA and after 15 years is one of the most respected firms in his industry. The work they do will blow your mind, and make you proud knowing that the important work they do is done right down the road! General Rodeheaver demonstrates an exemplary life of serving. It's time to meet this remarkable man! Guest - Brigadier General Stewart Rodeheaver https://www.vizitechusa.com/ Sponsors - Farmers & Merchants Bank; Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm Insurance https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/ https://www.mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tbprotectincome https://ibankfmb.com/
There are some people who can pack so much living into life. My guest today is certainly one of those people. Brigadier General Stewart Rodeheaver has lived an extraordinary life. Growing up in Georgia, he loved "playing army" on the large expanse of land, some 3500 acres of family farm. But, even then, he never dreamed of a military career that spanned nearly 40 years! What's makes his journey even more extraordinary is that he initially enlisted in the Army as a private and worked his way up through the ranks, all the way to General! You'll enjoy the way it all started, with a Sergeant Major "suggesting' he fill out the paperwork for OCS, Officer Candidate School. From there, we will talk about his military experiences until he received the nod and entered the ranks of the elite club of Generals. And though he was near the top of the pyramid in rank, he admits that his wife always did, and still does, outrank him! Don't miss the leadership takeaways from the army that has served him both in life and business. You'll also hear his interesting story of what lured him and his wife, to the lake. And that, despite his intentions to take a well-deserved retirement and spend his days fishing, a 4 Star General and a different call to duty, were partly responsible for him starting a brand new business and fulfilling an incredibly important function. This was first for the army, then other military, and then the government and now across many industries. When you hear what his company is capable of doing, you will wonder how it is not in Silicon Valley or another large research center. But the General found a way to make it work right here in Eatonton, GA and after 15 years is one of the most respected firms in his industry. The work they do will blow your mind, and make you proud knowing that the important work they do is done right down the road! General Rodeheaver demonstrates an exemplary life of serving. It's time to meet this remarkable man! Guest - Brigadier General Stewart Rodeheaver https://www.vizitechusa.com/ Sponsors - Farmers & Merchants Bank; Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm Insurance https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/ https://www.mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tbprotectincome https://ibankfmb.com/
Silver Quintette - "Sinner's Crossroads" [0:00:00] Bro. Al Andres and the Lillington Community Choir - "I Can Testify" [0:03:35] Ollie Barnes and the Cheek Sisters - "I'll Wait Right Here" [0:09:19] Rocks of Ages - "Don't Be Disappointed" [0:14:17] Youth Revival Training Center - "I Have So Much I Can Talk About" [0:16:51] Masonic Kings - "He Has Never Left Me Alone" [0:19:00] Gospel Search Light Singers - "Don't Wait Too Late" [0:21:37] Gospel All Stars of Orangeburg, S.C. - "How Blessed You Are" [0:25:31] Gospel Union of Chesapeake, VA - "I Can't Help But Praise Him" [0:32:44] Silveraires of Monticello and Eatonton, GA - "Up That Mountain" [0:35:00] Mighty Kings of Harmony - "Holy Ghost" [0:38:13] Mt. Pleasant Choir - "I Woke Up This Morning" [0:41:51] Southern Gates of Washington, D.C. - "You Don't Know How Blessed You Are" [0:44:19] Gospel Interns - "I Can't Afford To Let My Savior Down" - I Can't Afford To Let My Savior Down [0:47:48] Gospel Upsetters - "God Is So Wonderful" - God, He's So Beautiful [0:50:52] Spiritual Kings of Washington, DC. - "Live So God Can Use You" [0:53:57] Swan Silvertones - "When The Saints Go Marching In" [0:58:01] https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/127580
My very special guest today has one of the most important, stressful, yet rewarding jobs in our community. Putnam Fire Department Chief Thomas McClain has been in the fire fighting and emergency medical services his entire adult life. Chief McClain grew up right here in Eatonton! Shortly after graduating from Putnam High School, he volunteered for the fire department. Finding his life's true passion, he next served in the busy Macon Fire Department, gaining a lot of experience and then spent most of his career in the rapidly growing Henry County, moving up the ranks, retiring from the department as Shift Commander, leading a team of nearly 100. But the Chief wasn't done serving. In 2020, he returned to the Department where he started, but this time as Fire Chief for the busy & growing Putnam County Fire & EMS Department. Chief McClain is one of those people who seem to know everyone! He spends much of his time in the public, attending meetings & events and working directly with his team. His love and dedication for what he does still shows, even after all these years. Today, we'll talk about how technology has changed the equipment and even the techniques over the course of the Chief's career. We'll discuss the department, staffing and preparation required to respond to emergencies quickly and efficiently. You'll hear how Chief McClain has built a culture of safety and teamwork among his firefighters and EMTs. In our conversation today, we'll talk about the challenges that come with running a fire department, and how important it is for the department to maintain the cutting edge of the industry, with both training and equipment. One of my favorite additions to the department and its ability to respond to all types of emergencies, are the new fireboats, which will be on the water in our community very soon. Like so many things, supply chain shortages has impacted these versatile additions, but the wait is almost over! We'll also explore the role of community outreach and education in the work of the fire department, and how Chief McClain has worked to foster strong relationships to ensure a coordinated response to any situation. Guest - Fire Chief Thomas McClain https://www.putnamcountyga.us/fire Office: 706-485-0469 (non-emergency) Sponsors - Farmers & Merchants Bank; Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm Insurance https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/ https://www.mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tbprotectincome https://ibankfmb.com/
This week's show is going to be a lot of fun, Maria Baltazar, from Farmers & Merchants Bank, is here to talk about her interesting life, plus she will be telling us about the Junior Board of Directors program that the bank sponsors every year! Maria was born in Mexico and moved to the United States as a young child with her parents, right here to Eatonton. You will hear about what it was like to go to school and not able to speak a word of English. Maria is amazing, and you'll hear how her hard work and perseverance paid off! She was actually a participant in the Jr. Board when she was a senior in high school, and now she runs the program for the bank, talk about a great story! She is a product of the program and can speak to it, literally first hand! This is a wonderful opportunity for high school seniors to participate in a program that teaches them leadership, teamwork, personal finance and so much more. And, as a special treat, we also have three of the students in this year's program in the studio to talk about their experience serving on the Junior Board! Bernabe Meraz, Jesse Archebelle and Noah Bennett will tell us why they decided to apply for the opportunity and some of their takeaways from being in the program. They'll tell us what they enjoy doing in their spare time and even give us a glimpse of what's ahead for them as they look toward graduation. And they'll let all the rising seniors from the area high schools know why they should apply to the program, while the bank is still accepting applications, through April 21. Guests - Maria Baltazar (with Bernabe Merz, Jesse Archebelle & Noah Bennett) https://ibankfmb.com/ https://ibankfmb.com/fmbs-junior-board-of-directors/ Sponsors - Farmers & Merchants Bank; Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm Insurance https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/ https://www.mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tbprotectincome https://ibankfmb.com/
Russell and Shirley Dermond were married for 64 years and were quite active in their Eatonton, GA community. Russell golfed, Shirley played bridge, and they both enjoyed attending neighbourhood parties. In fact, on May 3, 2014, they both had plans to attend a Kentucky Derby event but never showed up, which did not go unnoticed. By May 6th, concerned neighbours when to check up on the Dermond couple and discovered a grisly scene. Russell was found decapitated in his garage, and Shirley was found days later submerged in Lake Oconee. Investigators began looking for leads in this case, which remains unsolved today.If you have any information on the murders of Russell and Shirley Dermond, please call the Putnam County Sheriff's Office at 706.485.8557.Listen to new episodes every Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! Find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest @dying2bfound or visit our website at www.dyingtobefound.com. Find us all in one spot at https://linktr.ee/dying2bfound.If you like what you hear, please share and give a 5-star review! Consider supporting us by buying us a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dyingtobefound.Intro & Extro Music: Undersea World by DragonovTeachable Moments Music: Untold Story by Ballian De MoulleREFERENCES:Georgia Sheriff hopes technology will offer answers in 2014 cold case murder of elderly coupleGone cold: The murders at Lake Oconee: 4 years later, elderly couple's son opens upGruesome slaying of Georgia couple unsolved after 5 yearsNew cell phone data may be key to solve Dermond murdersNew evidence surfaces in Lake Oconee beheadingSills hopeful new lead may lead to Dermonds' killersThe macabre murders of Russell and Shirley DermondTimeline of 2 murders: How the killings of Russell and Shirley Dermond unfolded
My guest today has led an interesting, adventure-filled (or should I say adventure fueled!) life! Jim Stone is one of the most diverse and interesting people you will meet! And the fact that he has brought his full service video & film Production Company here to Eatonton is a well-kept secret that really needs not to be! Tytan Pictures is based right here in the area, and has produced a number of highly acclaimed commercials & films that have won over 200 awards including ADDY's and Emmy's! Jim Stone is the man behind the company. Tytan works from pre-production to post-production and everything in between! His home base now is in Eatonton, his offices are located in a decommissioned state prison facility that he and other companies have used as a set for a number of projects. We will talk about Jim's life before film production, his early life and events that propelled him, not directly into film production, but first into high-end bicycle design & racing, then later into engineering and design of private jets for the ultra wealthy! Jim is a master storyteller and you'll enjoy his story and the transition from making “toys for rich people” (his words!) into making scripts to screens! I think you'll agree that Jim's life is quite intriguing! Guest: Jim Stone https://tytanpictures.com/ Sponsors: Lake Oconee Bistro & Tim Broyles State Farm https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/ https://www.mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tbprotectincome
SHOW NOTES Bryan host this weeks show solo again, and there isn't much racing going on. We discuss Randall Edwards joining Garret Smith Performance as crew chief to help the young Eatonton, Georgia driver chase the Lucas Oil Rookie of the year title. Bryan gives an update on the 13th annual USMTS Spring Nationals at Rocket Raceway Park, as they have been dealing with very damp weather. Ethan Dotson gets a ride in a super late model for Schaeffer's Spring Nationals at Swainsboro Speedway. Chris Ferguson racing in a Longhorn chassis now? Bryan gives an update to the Illini 100 classes with the addition of the Extreme Midget class, as well as some of the premier dates that Farmer City will run this season. World Of Outlaws has to push back the Smokey Mountain race due to rain saturated grounds. Bryan also lays out the rules for racers who want to wait till the last minute to contact sponsors and wrap designers to get their racecar wrapped. He also gives pointers and tips on how to avoid delays and stressful times waiting on emails with proofs. Lastly, Bryan discusses a hot topic on why the Street stock division would be a good addition to the Gateway Dirt Nationals in the coming years. Sponsors. https://www.logowearunlimited.net/?mibextid=Zxz2cZ article links. ttps://rocketracewaypark.com/?mibextid=Zxz2cZ https://worldofoutlaws.com/latemodels/unstable-forecast-postpones-tennessee-tipoff-at-smoky-mountain-speedway/?fbclid=IwAR1rcXeWE3s_OhFYTUIKt25Fz6NaRGW85n-XmkMPkINfc8C9ioYy7RO3Ck4&mibextid=Zxz2cZ Find us on Social Media Twitter @BangBangCush FB: https://www.facebook.com/GettingDownAndDurty --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bryan-hayward9/message
My guest today has led an interesting, adventure-filled (or should I say adventure fueled!) life! Jim Stone is one of the most diverse and interesting people you will meet! And the fact that he has brought his full service video & film Production Company here to Eatonton is a well-kept secret that really needs not to be! Tytan Pictures is based right here in the area, and has produced a number of highly acclaimed commercials & films that have won over 200 awards including ADDY's and Emmy's! Jim Stone is the man behind the company. Tytan works from pre-production to post-production and everything in between! His home base now is in Eatonton, his offices are located in a decommissioned state prison facility that he and other companies have used as a set for a number of projects. We will talk about Jim's life before film production, his early life and events that propelled him, not directly into film production, but first into high-end bicycle design & racing, then later into engineering and design of private jets for the ultra wealthy! Jim is a master storyteller and you'll enjoy his story and the transition from making “toys for rich people” (his words!) into making scripts to screens! I think you'll agree that Jim's life is quite intriguing! Learn more about Tytan: https://tytanpictures.com/ Made Possible by: Lake Oconee BistroTim Broyles State Farm
What do you get when you combine a renowned keynote speaker and a local "hidden gem" located right here in the Lake Area? You get today's show, where I have a fun, interesting guest and get to talk about the Georgia Writers Museum, located right in downtown Eatonton! If you are not familiar with this wonderful place, or even if you are, you will enjoy today's show! Chip Bell is well known as an award winning author of quite a number of books on building customer experience and speaks to companies all over the world. His love of reading & writing led him to the concept of the museum. And of course, the fact that our local area has produced & influenced a number of significant historical writers make it possible! Some of these writers include Joel Chandler Harris, Flannery O'Connor and Alice Walker! We'll talk about some of the history involving these writers, some fun facts that few people know and interesting stories on their inspiring accomplishments. We'll talk about the Georgia Writers Museum itself, its history, what you can discover when you visit, how some of the exhibits came about and even some of the cool artifacts that are housed right here in our community! You'll hear about the many events & activities that the Writers Museum offers and ways that you can support this unique organization. I can promise you this: after you hear more about the museum, you will certainly want to visit, if you have not, or visit again when you hear about all the new offerings and what is coming soon! You may even get an idea or two for a great gift for that reader or writer on your shopping list! Connect with Chip Bell & The Georgia Writers Museum! https://www.georgiawritersmuseum.org/ 109 S. Jefferson Ave. Eatonton, GA 31024 706-991-5119 Chip Bell https://chipbell.com/
My delightful guest today is Maggie Milner, the CEO of the Eatonton-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce. Maggie is young, energetic, creative and loves her role in leading the organization & creating new vision for the growing downtown Eatonton and Putnam County. We'll talk about some of the projects taking place now and in the future! We'll hear about her early years, growing up in Noonan, GA, attending school in Milledgeville and discovering her strong interest in non-profits. We'll trace her career from Habitat for Humanity to CASA, to the Plaza Arts Center and now, leading the Chamber of Commerce, but not without a diversion or two along the way! We'll discuss Maggie's thoughts on the future of Eatonton, especially the progress of downtown revitalization, of Putnam County and the lake area in general. She'll tell us the challenges, and the advantages, of being a young Chamber CEO and we'll talk about the amazing "art scene" available here, very impressive for a small community! Maggie tells us about the many programs & initiatives the Chamber is offering to support the growth of business in Putnam County, the benefits of being involved in the Chamber. and some of the upcoming events the Chamber is offering, not just for members, but to the community as well! And we'll learn a lot more about Maggie and what "keeps" her at the lake! Guest: Maggie Milner - CEO Eatonton-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce 108 W. Marion Street Eatonton, GA 31024 706-485-7701 https://www.facebook.com/epchamber/ Plaza Arts Center https://plazacenter.org/ Sponsor - Lake Oconee Bistro https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/
Bob Delaney has lived an extraordinary life! From undercover police work to infiltrate the New Jersey mafia crime families, to becoming an NBA referee for over 25 years, then a published author of multiple books and an expert & advocate on the effects & treatments of trauma, only begins to scratch the surface of this interesting man! We'll talk about how his law enforcement career began with the New Jersey State Police and led to the undercover operation where he became immersed in the Mafia. The stress of living every day knowing a single mistake would cost him his life is what led him to a passion to understand what happens to us under extreme trauma, and how to create awareness of this dangerous condition and most importantly, how to heal from it. Bob is internationally recognized for his deep understanding of PTS and its often unrecognized toll. Of course, we also talk about how Bob, after retiring from law enforcement, turned his love of basketball into a second career as an NBA referee! For 25 years, Bob became one of the most respected referees in the sport! We'll talk about what it is like to take on the stares & wrath of Michael Jordan, Shaq, Bryant, Bird, just to name a few, when they didn't like the call! Those guys didn't have a chance to intimidate him after living undercover with the mafia all those years! Oh, the stories he can tell! And we'll discuss his strong passion and his latest book, "Hero's Are Human: Lessons In Resilience, Courage and Wisdom From The Front Lines." Here, Bob honors the front line health care workers, with powerful stories and struggles through the pandemic. The book is currently available wherever books are sold, and there is an event at the Plaza Arts Center in Eatonton, where he will dedicate the book to the front line hospital workers. Bob, in his typical spirit of giving, has worked out with his support team, for every hospital worker in the Lake Country to receive a free copy of the book! Guest: Bob Delaney https://www.delaneyconsultants.com/books/ https://www.georgiawritersmuseum.org/special-meet-the-author-bob-delaney-heroes-are-human/ https://www.perfectretort.blogspot.com Sponsor: Lake Oconee Bistro https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/ 706-452-4400 1130 Lake Oconee Parkway; Eatonton, GA
Due to a number of factors including a hurricane that kept d$'s vacation totally up in the air and a Sunday night unavailability and Monday night plans that were set then were squashed and of course, the fallback plan... an ep of The Deucecast Extra, all for your listening ears. While Dave makes his way back from Orlando, Mikey, and #TwitterlessDrEarl welcome in the Pride of Eatonton, the Spawn of Ryfun, Lil G in the hizzy, along with Wyoming's Best Hope, J Roth. The first hour consists of a look at Ep 6 of "She-Hulk: Attorney at Law", in which we determine that Mikey hates Baltimore... and then some MCU News, with the Deadpool teaser. Then, "Andor" episodes 1-3, with all the characters and themes and Blade Runner vibes throughout. THEN... about 54 minutes in... Steve Glosson. The man, the myth, the legend calls in and gives his take on Andor... Thor and Thor Love & Thunder... and weird aliens in Star Wars and Good Will Hunting and Fantastic Four and The Eternals and Dibello the Lawyer and classic Steve Glosson and The Big Honkin Show's return and Rise of Skywalker and Michael hates "Willow" and "Blade" and Superman II's Donnor Cut vs Donnor party
Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it's in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Aura-Leigh Sanders, Gwinnett Community Arts Leader A Georgia native, Aura-Leigh Sanders was born in Macon and grew up on her family's 250-year-old farm in Eatonton with two younger brothers and lots of animals. After […] The post Gwinnett Community Arts Leader Aura-Leigh Sanders appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it's in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere. Aura-Leigh Sanders, Gwinnett Community Arts Leader A Georgia native, Aura-Leigh Sanders was born in Macon and grew up on her family's 250-year-old farm in Eatonton with two younger brothers and lots of animals. After […]
Today's show features a life-long resident of Putnam County, who has witnessed, first-hand, the many changes in the area over the years, including the construction of the lake itself! Terri Beth Fuller was born and raised in Eatonton, growing up in the "Dairy Capital of the World!" She has seen the many changes, watching the lake creation, the land turn from cattle grazing to commercial & home construction and the resulting unprecedented growth in the lake area! Her education took her into a career in nursing, and she returned to the area where she was born, with a passion & desire to serve the people she had known all of her life. After many years of serving her community in that capacity, a sad experience led her into the next phase of her career, hospice care. We will discuss some of the misconceptions about hospice care and learn some new things about this wonderful organization that many people simply do not know, but definitely need to.Terri Beth has a caring and compassionate heart, you will hear it in her words and feel it in her voice! We are fortunate to have such a caring individual serving the needs of the residents! Email: terri.fuller@agapecaregroup.comhttps://agapecaregroup.com/Point of Interest (referenced on show)Uncle Remus Museumhttp://www.uncleremusmuseum.org/ Sponsor Sponsor - Lead The Lake/Mind Body Spirit 2022 http://mindbodyspirit.company
In this week's "True Crime Tuesday" episode the SIP n UnWINE ladies discuss an unsolved and unusual case that took place back in 2014, at Lake Oconee in Eatonton, GA. The mystery of who murdered Russell and Shirley Dermond has baffled Putnam County investigators for 8 years. Listen to this episode as we discuss the unusual circumstances of this case and explore theories about what might have happened. Make sure you stay tuned after the case discussion so you don't miss our other segments and some behind the scenes footage!
Have you ever driven over the Highway 44 Bridge and noticed the beautiful property and building that is home to Lake Oconee Bistro and wondered who owns it? Then today's show is for you, as I introduce you to Gary Sofen, creator and owner of Lake Oconee Bistro!Gary is such an interesting guest, from the moment you hear his authentic NY accent (though he has been away from NY for over 20 years!), you know you are in for a treat! We will talk about growing up in NY, working in the city, a pretty scary encounter on 911 and what prompted him to get into the restaurant business.What you may not know is that Gary owns two other beautiful restaurants in Florida and we will talk about the challenges of being in the restaurant business before, during and after Covid. You will love hearing the history of the property, formerly known as The Magnolia House, the major renovation and the challenges of making the Bistro what it is today! Connect with Gary and check out the Bistro! LakeOconeeBistro.com Address:1130 Lake Oconee Parkway; Eatonton, GA 31024
Ansley Booker, Ph.D. is a native of Eatonton, Georgia, and is a 2003 graduate of Putnam County High School. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in biology from Georgia Southern University in 2008, where she was a Ronald E. McNair Scholar, a Master of Science in pharmacy from the University of Georgia in 2013, and her Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Mercer University in May 2019. Dr. Booker was the previous Director for the Educational Opportunity Center (Federal TRiO Programs) and is the inaugural Director for the Office of Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives at Mercer University. She is also a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/duanechapman/message
John 19:17-30 read by Karen Williamson. "Father, Forgive" by Lee and Susan Dengler, Jubilate Music, used by permission. "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus" by Salt of the Sound, used by permission. Closing Prayer by Pastor David Wofford.
John 13:1-17 read by Karen Williamson. "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus" by Salt of the Sound, used by permission. Closing Prayer by Pastor David Wofford.
John 13:21-32 read by Karen Williamson. "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus" by Salt of the Sound, used by permission. Closing Prayer by Pastor David Wofford.
John 12:20-36 read by Karen Williamson. "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus" by Salt of the Sound, used by permission. Closing Prayer by Pastor David Wofford.
"What Wondrous Love is This" arr. by Marty Parks; Hannah Schwartz, Oboe and Mary Alice Dennard, Piano. John 12:1-11 read by Karen Williamson. "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus" by Salt of the Sound, used by permission. Closing Prayer by Pastor David Wofford.
Is there anyone who has not faced obstacles which become an excuse which become a justifiable reason to quit? I have not met that person. Paul faced as much adversity as anyone in church history and yet his plan, his purpose, was to Press On! This message was preached in March 2022 at Grace Baptist in Eatonton, GA. BroAdamB evangelistadamborden.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adam-borden/support
What wondrous love is this that caused the Lord of bliss to bear the dreadful curse for my soul. Holy Week is a sacred time of the Christian calendar when we remember the final events of Jesus' life on earth. It is a time for reflection, prayer, and spiritual renewal. Eatonton First United Methodist Church offers these daily podcasts so that we might journey together with Jesus as He makes his way to death on a cruel cross, for our sake and for the sake of the world. Each day music by Hannah Schwartz and Mary Alice Dennard that will invite us into God's presence. There will be a scripture lesson from the Gospel of John read by Karen Williamson followed by a few minutes for prayer and reflection. We will conclude each day with a prayer by Pastor David Wofford. We hope you will join us Monday through Friday, April 11-15 as we contemplate the wondrous love that caused the Lord of bliss to bear the dreadful curse for us all.
Walker was born February 9,1944, Eatonton, GA as the eighth child to, African-American sharecroppers. As a child, she had a childhood accident that left her blinded in her right eye. Because of this her mother purchased a typewriter for her to use to communicate. Walker developed a profound interest in reading and writing. Walker received a scholarship to attend Spelman college where she studied for two years before transferring to Sarah Lawrence college in New York. After graduating in 1965 she moved to Mississippi and became heavily involved in the civil rights movement. She also began teaching of publishing short stories and essays. She married in 1967 and had one child a girl name Rebecca but the couple divorced in 1976. She had married a fellow civil rights worker Melvyn R. Leventhal in 1965 and they married on March 17, 1967, in New York City. The couple moved back to Jackson, where they were the first legally married biracial couple in the city. They had one daughter, Rebecca, who was born November 17, 1969. The marriage ended in divorce in 1976.Her first book of poetry, Once, appeared in 1968 and her first novel, Third Life of Grange Copeland was published in 1970. A second volume of poetry revolutionary petunias and other homes, and her first collection of short stories, and love and trouble: stories of black women, both appeared in 1973. After moving to New York, Walker completed Meridian in 1976. Walker later moved to California, where she wrote her most popular novel, The Color Purple in 1982. This book won a Pulitzer Prize it was adapted into a film by Steven Spielberg in 1985. A musical version was produced by Oprah Winfrey and Quincy Jones in 2004. Over the span of her impressive career, Walker has published 17 novels and short story collections, 12 nonfiction Works, and collections of essays and poetry. She is also a notable children's author. She is the first African-American female to receive the Pulitzer Prize for fiction. She also received a national book award. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/katherine-hutchinson-hayes/support
In this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast the Geeks talk with Anthony Mitchell, CEO of Outdoor Options in Eatonton, GA. Anthony is the President of Outdoor Options. He graduated from Middle Georgia State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Aviation. Anthony is married to Jessica, who is the Purchasing Manager for our team. Anthony enjoys getting to know their customers but in his off time, he enjoys all things aviation, spending time at the lake, and going on adventures with his three energetic little girls!Take a listen as we discuss everything from Wholesale Buying to flying airplanes!To know more about Anthony and Outdoor Options, visit their website here.Also, Meet the Geeks at this years Shed Builder Expo in Grand Rapids, MI! We will have a booth with our equipment setup for interviews or just to get a potential picture with the geeks.For more information or to know more about the Shed Geek Podcast visit us at our website.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or Youtube at the handle @shedgeekpodcast.To be a guest on the Shed Geek Podcast visit our website and fill out the "Contact Us" form.To suggest show topics or ask questions you want answered email us at info@shedgeek.com.This episodes Sponsors: High Barn: shedsforsale.comMini Barn: Newfound Rentals
One of the things that should never go back to normal post-pandemic is traditional professional development. In this episode, Adam Geller, Founder and CEO of Edthena, details how new technologies behaviors give teachers more agency over their professional learning. Is this the end of sit and git?As part of the company's focus on the educator, Edthena last month announced this year's honorees for the Teacher Leader Impact Awards which recognizes the outstanding achievements of teacher leaders nationwide. All nine of the honored educators were nominated by an administrator in their district for making a measurable impact on others and creating positive lasting change.“We were blown away by the truly remarkable accomplishments and contributions of teacher leaders from across the country,” said Adam Geller, founder and CEO of Edthena. “From supporting students and fellow teachers to spearheading school-wide initiatives, all of the honored educators exemplify true leadership and are so deserving of this recognition.”This year's Teacher Leader Impact Award recipients are:Tasha Jones of Putnam County Charter School System in Eatonton, GADaniel Miller of Fairfax County Public School System in Falls Church, VAStacy Musick of Chambersburg Area School District in Chambersburg, PAMeagan Pryor of Keller Independent School District in Keller, TXDesire Roberts of Nampa School District in Nampa, IDJill Taylor & Holden Rowe of Broken Arrow Public Schools in Broken Arrow, OKMarisa Specht of Griffith Public Schools in Griffith, INAlicia Stevens of Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township in Indianapolis, IN“This year teachers have worked so hard to ensure students feel safe, respected, and have their social and emotional needs met, all while working to meet rigorous academic expectations,” said Alicia Stevens, honored teacher leader from Indiana. “ALL teachers have done a phenomenal job to make this year happen. It is truly an honor to be chosen for this award!”During the nomination process, district-level administrators provided a summary of the nominee's achievements and a description of why the nominee is deserving of this recognition.“Daniel is a lead teacher by nature and creates a learning ecosystem that is second to none. I have never seen anybody who creates community while at the same time topping the charts on test scores,” noted a Fairfax County Public School System administrator in the nomination of Daniel Miller. “There is no doubt he leads with inclusion, equity, and opportunity at the core and that is transformational.”To learn more about the Teacher Leader Impact Award and this year's winners, visit https://teacherleaderimpact.org/.
"I'm here, I'm shining, I'm wonderful." We decided to release a bonus episode to celebrate the last day of Women's History Month with two stories of women who gained their sense of confidence in very different ways. Brittny Johnson tells a brave story about a traumatic day that digs up the history of the women in her family, and how she decides to break the cycle. Meanwhile, Ansley Booker takes you back to her childhood pageant in Eatonton, GA -- and it's more important for the woman she's become than you might think. Ansley took part in our "Kings and Queens" event in November 2020 and Brittny took The Grand stage for "Nefarious" in January 2021. From left to right, the photos shown are Brittny's vintage family reunion photo as she tells her story and Ansley in her red pageant dress waving for her adoring public after the show. The Heartbeat of Georgia is hosted by Koryn Young and Julia Rubens and episodes are produced by Storytellers Macon based off of the limited stage series in partnership with The Grand Opera House.
Ansley Booker is a native of Eatonton, Georgia. She attended Georgia Southern University and earned a bachelor's in biology with a minor in chemistry. In 2007, she was selected for the Ronald E. McNair Post Baccalaureate Program. She earned a master's degree from the University of Georgia in pharmacy with certificates in Clinical Trials and Regulatory Affairs. In 2016, she was named to Georgia Southern University's 40 under 40 as well as awarded the STAR Award by Mercer University. Dr. Booker earned her doctorate degree from Mercer University in the Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership program. Her dissertation focused on African American women who have obtained STEM graduate degrees. Her goal is to unearth barriers and catalysts to their graduate and career success to develop retention models that may improve the college persistence of women and minority students in STEM programs. Watch Dr. Booker's TEDx Talk, "Unhidden Figures: Uncovering Our Cultural Biases in STEM.” --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Louie Herron is a Florida native, raised in Hollywood, and born in Miami. He ventured away from home to play college football at Liberty University in Virginia, then found his way to West Georgia College, only to realize he had an innate gift for selling cars. At twenty years old, he hung up the dream of being a pro football player and dove headfirst into the car business. Little did he know that twelve years later, this leap of faith and determination to work up the ranks would land him the opportunity to purchase a portion of Taylor Toyota in North Augusta, South Carolina, at the age of 32. In 2009, he was able to purchase Louie Herron Toyota & Scion in Milledgeville, Georgia, and then sold the dealership in 2014 for a substantial profit. He remained in the car business as the owner/operator of Louie's Lake Lot, a used car dealership in Eatonton, Georgia, before purchasing Louie Herron CDJR in Madison, Georgia, in 2014. After numerous business and life events, Louie decided to sell the CDJR store in 2019. Louie is the author of Driven by Fire. A book that addresses critical points on unshakable faith, ridiculous intensity, an awareness to reinvent oneself, and enthusiasm that is contagious. He is also the CEO & Co-Founder of Sales to CEO, a comprehensive automotive training course, as well as mentorship that takes managers or salespeople to the next level in the car industry. Website: https://bit.ly/3evNc0h LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3ezoDja Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3l5XgPV Instagram: https://bit.ly/32jv3xA Facebook: https://bit.ly/3eyJFhC YouTube: https://bit.ly/3kl8wXD --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/new-mind-creator/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/new-mind-creator/support
AB3, Host of The Bryant Land Show, shares cooking recipes and ways that he personally likes to cook deer meat and hogs, giving you many delicious ideas for seasoning meat, burgers, spaghetti, taco meat, stuffed shells, pastas, and roasted deer meat. Episode Highlights: AB3'S favorite meat to eat is deer meat, 100% pure, uncut. He likes to get the back straps whole off of the deer, wash them, season them to taste the flavors with Mike's Seasonings. Which seasonings does AB3 use for deer back straps. AB3 likes medium-well to well-done when he pan sears or throws the deer back straps on the grill. He discusses multiple things that you can do with ground deer. AB3 has made his own double-decker double cheeseburgers with ground deer. Several years ago, AB3 was down in the low country of South Carolina on a hunting trip at the Low Country Hunting lodge and had stuffed shells. Spaghetti and pasta are great with deer meat. Sausage can be done hundreds of ways with deer meat. Summer sausage in strips was a hit with AB3's son's baseball end-of-the-year cookout. AB3 shares his experience with deer meat roasted in a crockpot. The meat processor that AB3 trusts with his meat is Big Buck Deer Processing in Eatonton, Georgia. The number one thing AB3 likes to do with hog meat is pulled pork. How does AB3 prepare and season his pulled pork? AB3 talks about grilling wild pork and using his smoker. Look for the Bass Pro Shop links on BryantLandCountry.com. 3 Key Points: With ground deer you can do burgers, spaghetti, taco meat, stuffed shells, and pastas. Flavored breadcrumbs are a great way to spice up the taste of deer burgers. For stuff shells, cook the deer meat up, get the thick shells that you can stuff and boil them, take the long pan and put the shells in and stuff the meat in, use Rago green pepper veggie-style sauce, cheese, and bake it. Tweetable Quotes: “When I kill a deer, I take it to the processor. I get the back straps whole. I get some ground deer, and I don't cut my deer with anything. You know, a lot of people will get it cut with some kind of pork, or some kind of fat.” – AB3 “I'll get some sausage, get the sausages done either like an andewy sausage or like a cajun sausage, because I like my sausages spicy when it comes to deer sausage.” – AB3 “If you really want to set off a summer sausage, you slice that bad boy up into strips. It takes a little bit of time, depending on how thick your summer sausage roll is. But, you slice that bad boy into strips, put it on the grill.” – AB3 Resources Mentioned: The Bryant Land Country Podcast Follow Bryant Land on social media: Linkedin | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube Support the Bryant Land Show Patreon for exclusive content: Patreon Bass Pro Affiliate: https://bassproshops.vzck.net/NaQx7 Lafayette Trowell: Instagram | YouTube Lafayette Trowell on the Bryant Land Country Podcast https://bryantlandcountrypodcast.podbean.com/e/ep-17-blood-sweat-and-gears/ Mike's Seasonings: mikesseasonings.myshopify.com
In this episode we discuss why a budget can help you sleep better, the Corona Virus, the story of the cult in Eatonton, Georgia, a shameless ninety5 band plug, and we talk about what bourbons are good for new drinkers (so you can join me).
The town of Eatonton, Georgia, will honor one of its own this weekend: prolific poet, Pulitzer prize winning novelist and activist Alice Walker. The Georgia Writers Museum will celebrate Walker's 75th birthday with a now sold-out day of festivities. One highlight at Saturday's celebration is a conversation with Walker and University of Georgia professor Valerie Boyd . Boyd is the curator and editor of a forthcoming collection of Walker's journals. Boyd spoke with On Second Thought host Virginia Prescott about the life and legacy of Walker.
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