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BY RUSS RAGAN
It took a while, but the Falcons have finally got a new head coach and yes he is offensive minded and that’s a good thing. I think the Birds will contend more sooner than later in the NFC South. It is getting close to the scheduled start of Spring Training and the Browns still have some business to take care of.
Let’s start with the biggest news of the week. The Falcons have named Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Arthur Smith as head coach. He has done a really good job as play caller, of course it doesn’t hurt having Derek Henry as a great back.
Another big piece is the possibility of hiring Dean Pars as defensive coordinator. He is known to be very apprehensive in play calling and he loves to blitz. He coached with Smith at Tennessee. He is currently retired but word is he is a chance to come.
The big challenge for Smith and staff is what to do with the fourth pick of the draft. If they stay at number four, they must take a quarterback. Zach Wilson from Brigham Young will be there and possibly Justin Fields as well. The second option is trading down to say number 19 to Washington and take Mac Jones from Alabama or Trey Lance from North Dakota State. The deal should include a second round pick and maybe a future number one. I also expect an early second round pick at running back. Travis Etienne from Clemson would be good with me and he catches a ball well out of the backfield.
The bottom line is this; Matt Ryan probably will be the quarterback in 2021. I think it’s time to draft his replacement for the 2022 season. I also think it’s time to draft a true workhorse running back. I think that is the way they should go in round two.
We have better than three months to discuss this one.
If you watched the Tampa-New Orleans game Sunday, you should have noticed one thing, the NFC South is getting old.
We probably saw Drew Brees in his final game and honestly he looked old.
Who will be the replacement? Jameis Winston doesn’t scare me at all. Then there is Tom Brady and Tampa Bay. He will be back in Tampa next year at 44 and honestly his best days are behind him. Will Tampa be the 2021 favorite? Without any questions. The Falcons can be right there in 2022 but this draft can’t be missed.
As I was writing this Sunday night, it looks like the search for the general manager is over.
Terry Fontenot, the assistant at New Orleans will be named the headman in Atlanta real soon.
Hopefully, Spring Training is close by as the 2020 baseball off-season is almost over. I wouldn’t be shocked if things got delayed a little but MLV is hoping for a 162 game season. There is still no word on the DH in the national league.
It doesn’t look like Ozuna will be a Brave as his price will be too high.
Names like Peterson, Brantley and a possible Kris Bryan trade should heat up soon as the Cubs are really moving payroll.

JIMMY LEE KIRKLAND
Milan Fire Department Fire Chief
Jimmy Lee Kirkland, age 47, of Milan, died Thursday, January 14, 2021, at his residence after a tough and courageous battle with bile duct cancer.
Graveside services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 18, 2021 at Sand Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Reverend Joey Bohannon and Reverend Aubrey Corbitt officiated.


J.B. LEWIS, JR.
Retired Truck Driver and Farmer
J.B. Lewis Jr., age 76, of Chester, died Sunday, January 17, 2021 at the Heart of Georgia Nursing Home.
Graveside services were held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at Zion Hope Baptist Church Cemetery with Reverend Ricky Gilmore and Reverend Sterling Averett officiating.


WILLIAM JOHNNY CRANFORD
Crossroads Volunteer Fire Department
Charter Member
William Johnny Cranford died Monday, January 11, 2021.
A private funeral service will be held at New Union Church Cemetery.


SUSAN LYNN SMITH BARNWELL
Childcare Provider
Susan Lynn Smith Barnwell, age 51, of Eastman, died Friday, January 15, 2021.
A memorial visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at Hardy-Towns Funeral Home.


SHEILA LYNN SPIRES MATHIS
Homemaker
Sheila Lynn Spires Mathis, age 52, of McRae, died Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Memorial Hospital in Savannah.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at the McRae State Park in McRae with Reverend Chuck Yzenski officiating.


JAMES “JIMMY” DANIEL McCRANIE
Vietnam Veteran
James “Jimmy” Daniel McCranie, age 72, of Eastman, died Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at the Dodge County Hospital.
A private family memorial service was held on Friday, January 15, 2021 at Poplar Springs Cemetery with Reverend Gerald Conley officiating.


JAMES EDWARD AUSTIN
Beloved DCHS
Employee
James Edward Austin, age 59, of Eastman, died Sunday, January 6, 2021.
Graveside services were held on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Ebenezer Baptist Church with Willie Fred Holton saying a prayer.


JAMES BARNEY MELVIN, SR.
United States Army Veteran
James Barney Melvin Sr., age 88, of Milan, died Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah.
Graveside services were held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 16, 2021 at Sand Grove Baptist Church Cemetery with Reverend Aubrey Corbitt officiating.


GLENDA LOU WARD KINCHEN
Former Bookkeeper
Glenda Lou Ward Kinchen, age 73, of Milan, passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at her residence.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 16, at Southerland Funeral Chapel with Reverend Wayne Cobb and a special video tribute by Pastor Carroll Roberson officiating. Interment followed in Antioch Baptist Church #2 Cemetery.


TOMMY MINCEY
Moores Chapel
Holiness Church
Deacon
Tommy Mincey, age 61, of Eastman, died Tuesday, January 12, 2021.
Graveside services were held Sunday, January 17, 2021 at Milan City Cemetery with Pastor Terrell Mincey officiating.


MARY ETTA DUPREE STANLEY
Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church
Secretary
Mary Etta Dupree Stanley, age 85, of Eastman, died Tuesday, January 12, 2021.
Graveside services were held on Sunday, January 17, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery. Pastor Sylvester Roundtree, Jr., Pastor Butch Dupree, Deacon Jerry Hughes, Michelle Tobler and Deacon Larry Harrell officiated over the service.


TERRY TRIBBLE
Pastor
Terry Tribble, age 64, of Mauk, formerly of Eastman, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, January 11, 2021 at the Houston County Medical Center in Warner Robins.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Southerland Funeral Chapel with Reverend William Smith and Reverend Roy Woods officiating. Interment followed in Mt. Ararat Baptist Church Cemetery.


LESLIE ROZIER EDWARDS
Regional Youth
Development Center Retired Employee
Leslie Rozier Edwards, age 52, died Monday, January 10, 2021.
Graveside services were held Saturday, January 16, 2021 at Eastman City Cemetery in Eastman. Pastor Curtis Rozier, Pastor Lonnie Lewis, Pastor Willie Basby, Sr., Dr. Alton Edwards and Sister Charlene Simmons officiated.


ANNETTE P. JENKINS
Hopewell Baptist Church Member
Annette P. Jenkins, age 69, of Chauncey, died Sunday, January 10, 2021.
Graveside services were held in Eastman City Cemetery on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Edward Northcutt, Reverend Dr. Patricia Paterson and Co-Pastor Carrie Carr officiating.


DAVID “POP” GIBSON
United States Coast Guard Veteran
David “Pop” Gibson, age 60, died Sunday, January 10, 2021.
Graveside services were held on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Drench Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Eastman. Reverend Charlie Robinson, Deacon Calvin Davis, and Brother Earnest Gibson officiated.


HENRY LEE “PAPA” MADISON
Faith In Action Baptist Church Deacon
Henry Lee “Papa” Madison, age 66, died Thursday, January 7, 2021.
Graveside services were held at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at Reedy Springs Baptist Church Cemetery in Rentz. Deacon Terrence Shields, Deacon Lawrence Harvey, Pastor Cecil Barden and Mathew Carter officiated the service. Nikaria Spikes and Dorothy Madison read a poem.

Ashli Babbitt, age 35, R.I.P. Californian Ashli had 14 years military service and was an ardent Trump supporter. She was unarmed in the Capitol and was murdered by Capitol Police.  Big media will send her name down the Memory Hole. They still won’t say who murdered her.
Baseball Great and noted conservative Curt Schilling says, “AIG cancelled our insurance due to our ‘social media profile.’” He says he will have no problem finding coverage elsewhere but he’s showing us what the creeps are planning for us.
Democrat Congressman Eric Swalwell, the idiot who fraternized with Communist spy Fang Fang is now a House impeachment manager.
Shane Hazel, Libertarian/Losertarian candidate for the U.S. Senate, produced the runoff that changed America for the worse. His measly 2% of the vote kept Jon Ossoff alive and close enough to win with the aid of vote fraud and California donors. Win by one vote and you win.
Beijing Biden, Creepy Cheapskate “the big guy” in the Biden crime family charged the taxpayers rent for the protective Secret Service agents who lived on Joe’s Delaware estate for eight years while he was vice plagiarist of the USA. Imagine this loser becoming president. A Republican with his record would be sitting in jail today.  Big media didn’t mention this about tacky Joe, of course. We had to check out the real news around the Internet. Don’t forget the big guy gets his 10 percent on all China deals.
“To learn who rules over you, simply find out who you are not allowed to criticize.”
Voltaire   
The same politicians and pundits who spread hoaxes and hate for the last four years now try to lecture Americans on civility.   
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CORPORATIONS and BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS

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APPLICATION TO REGISTER A BUSINESS TO BE CONDUCTED UNDER TRADE NAME, PARTNERSHIP OR OTHERS
STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF DODGE
The undersigned does hereby certify that FRANK JOLLEY, JR. conducting a business as JOLLEY BOYZ TRUCKING, LLC in the City of EASTMAN, County of DODGE in the State of GEORGIA, under the name of JOLLEY BOYZ TRUCKING, LLC and that the nature of the business is trucking and that the names and addresses of the person, firms or partnership owning and carrying on said trade or business is:
FRANK JOLLEY, JR.; 62 MARY ALEXANDER DRIVE; EASTMAN, GA 31023.
Subscribed and sworn to before me
This 5th day of January, 2021
DONNA P. BARRENTINE
Notary Public
FRANK JOLLEY, JR.

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DEBTORS AND CREDITORS

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS
Estate No. P-20-9368
All creditors of the Estate of CARMINTA G. EDGE, deceased, late of Dodge County, Georgia, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said Estate are required to make immediate payment to me.
This the 18th day of December, 2020.
SAMMY H. EDGE, JR.
Executor,
Estate of CARMINTA G. EDGE
408 Aschoff Court
Simpsonville, SC 29680
THE CANNON LAW FIRM, LLC
P O Box 55270
McRae, GA 31055
229-868-6065

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NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS
All creditors of the Estate of SALLY GIDDENS DAVIS, late of Dodge County, Georgia, deceased, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment.
This 29th day of December 2020.
ALBERT L.W. DAVIS
P.O. Box 4774
Eastman, GA 31023
c/o RITA J. LLOP
Attorney at Law
Rita J. Llop, P. C.
5007 9th Avenue, N.E.
Eastman, Georgia 31023

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NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS
Re: James M. Knight
In the Probate Court of Dodge County, Georgia; P-20-9350
All creditors of the Estate of JAMES M. KNIGHT, late of Dodge County, Georgia, deceased, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment.
This 29th day of December 2020.
JOHNNIE ROGERS KNIGHT
MICHAEL A. KNIGHT, SR.
121 Delacy Street
Eastman, GA 31023
RITA J. LLOP
Attorney at Law
Rita J. Llop, P. C.
5007 9th Avenue
Eastman, Georgia 31023
478-374-9500

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NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS
All creditors of the Estate of KENNETH LAWRENCE ROGERS, late of Dodge County, Georgia, deceased, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment.
This the 6th day of January 2021.
KENNETH F. ROGERS
Executor of the Estate of
KENNETH LAWRENCE
ROGERS
1056 Dublin Hwy.
Eastman, Georgia 31023
c/o RITA J. LLOP
Attorney at Law
Rita J. Llop, P. C.
5007 9th Avenue, N.E.
Eastman, Georgia 31023

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NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS
GEORGIA, LAURENS COUNTY
All creditors of the Estate of MARTIN CARLOS BURCH, JR., deceased, late of Dodge County, Georgia, are hereby notified to render their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment to the undersigned Executors of the Estate.
This 13th day of January, 2021.
MARTIN C. BURCH, III
Executor of the Estate of MARTIN CARLOS BURCH, JR.
c/o PENNY MANNING SNIPES
1006 Bellevue Avenue
Dublin, GA 31021
Attorney for Executor:
PENNY MANNING SNIPES, LLC
1006 Bellevue Avenue
Dublin, GA 31021
(478) 272-4658
(478) 272-6012 (fax)
penny@pennysnipeslaw.com

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FAMILY, CHILDREN, YOUTH

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IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF DODGE COUNTY
STATE OF GEORGIA
IN THE MATTER OF:                          
T.R.L. IV
SEX: M
DOB: 02/27/2018
J.L.
SEX: F
DOB: 04/07/2016
Minor Children
CASE NO. 045-20J-3501
PETITION TO TERMINATE
SUMMONS
FOR PETITION TO TERMINATE PARENTAL
TO: ANY UNKNOWN UNNAMED PUTATIVE FATHERS
By Order for Service by Publication dated SEPTEMBER 21, 2020, you are required to appear before the Juvenile Court of DODGE County, Georgia to answer the allegations of a Petition to Terminate Parental Rights filed on SEPTEMBER 28, 2020, by the DODGE County Department of Family and Children Services. You may obtain a free copy of the petition directly or by mail from the clerk of said court.  The general nature of the allegations are that the child is a dependent child and the dependent state is likely to continue and cause serious physical, mental, emotional, or moral harm to the child unless the rights of the parents are terminated.
The court hearing of your case has been scheduled for 4th day of FEBRUARY, 2021, at 1:30 p.m., for the JUVENILE COURT OF DODGE COUNTY TO BE HEARD AT THE DODGE COUNTY COURTROOM IN EASTMAN, GEORGIA AT THE DODGE COUNTY AT&T BUILDING ON PEARL BATES AVENUE in Eastman, Georgia.
The court at trial can enter a judgment ending your rights to the child if you fail to appear and show cause why your parental rights should not be terminated.  A biological father may lose all rights to the child and not be entitled to object to the termination of his rights unless, within 30 days of receipt of this notice, he files: (1) a petition to legitimate the child; and (2) a notice of the filing of the petition to legitimate with the Juvenile Court of DODGE, Georgia.
A party has the right to an attorney in this proceeding.  If you are unable to hire an attorney, the Court will appoint one for you if you are an indigent person.
If you have any questions concerning this notice of summons, contact the clerk’s office at (478) 374-2871.
WITNESS the Honorable Dennis Mullis, Judge of said court, this the
17th day of NOVEMBER, 2020.
RHETT WALKER
(Deputy) Clerk of
Juvenile Court
Dodge County, Georgia

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FORECLOSURES

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NOTICE OF SALE UNDER POWER CONTAINED IN SECURITY DEED
STATE OF GEORGIA,
COUNTY OF DODGE
Pursuant to a power of sale contained in a certain security deed executed by BESSIE SMITH and GEORGE O. SMITH, hereinafter referred to as GRANTOR, to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as nominee for USA HOME LOANS, INC., Corporation recorded in Deed Book 615, beginning at page 110, of the deed records of the Clerk of the Superior Court of the aforesaid state and county, and by virtue of a default under the terms of said security deed, and the related note, the undersigned attorney-in-fact for the aforesaid GRANTOR (which attorney-in-fact is the present holder of said security deed and note secured thereby) will sell at the usual place of conducting Sheriff’s sales in said county within the legal hours of sale, to the highest bidder on the FIRST TUESDAY IN FEBRUARY 2021, all property described in said security deed including but not limited to the following described property:
ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE CITY OF EASTMAN, DODGE COUNTY, GEORGIA, AND BEING LOT NO. 8 IN BLOCK “B” OF THE BACON HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION IN SAID CITY, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF A SURVEY MADE BY B.W. HARRELL ON AUGUST 29, 1959, AND RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF DODGE SUPERIOR COURT IN PLAT BOOK 3, PAGE 307, AND BY REFERENCE INCORPORATED HEREIN, SAID LOT FRONTING 90’ ON THE NORTHWEST SIDE OF FOREST AVENUE AND EXTENDING IN A NORTHWEST DIRECTION A DISTANCE OF 120’ AND BEING LOCATED IN THE NORTH CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF FOREST AVENUE AND HARRISON STREET.
THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON BEING COMMONLY KNOWN AS 5605 FOREST AVENUE, EASTMAN, GEORGIA. 31023.
BEING THE SAME LOT OR PARCEL OF GROUND WHICH BY DEED DATED FEBRUARY 25, 2008 AND RECORDED AMONG THE LAND RECORDS OF DODGE COUNTY IN DEED BOOK 600, PAGE 225 WAS GRANTED AND CONVEYED BY BESSIE SMITH, FORMERLY KNOWN AS BESSIE WESTBROOK, UNTO BESSIE SMITH AND GEORGE O. SMITH.
SAID LEGAL DESCRIPTION BEING CONTROLLING, HOWEVER, THE PROPERTY IS MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 5605 FOREST AVENUE, EASTMAN, GA 31023
Said property will be sold on an “as-is” basis without any representation, warranty or recourse against the above-named or the undersigned. The sale will be subject to the following items which may affect the title: any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien but not yet due and payable); any matters which might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property; any assessments, liens, encumbrances, zoning ordinances, restrictions, and all other matters of record superior to the said Security Deed. The sale will be conducted subject (1) to confirmation that the sale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and (2) to final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the Security Deed.
MIDFIRST BANK, through its division MIDLAND MORTGAGE is the entity with authority to negotiate, amend and modify the terms of the Note and Security Deed. MIDFIRST BANK, through its division MIDLAND MORTGAGE’S ADDRESS IS 999 N.W. GRAND BLVD., OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73118. MIDFIRST BANK, through its division MIDLAND MORTGAGE may be contacted by telephone at 1-800-552-3000.
TO THE BEST OF THE UNDERSIGNED’S KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, THE PARTY IN POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY IS BELIEVED TO BE BESSIE SMITH AND GEORGE O. SMITH, OR TENANT(S).
MIDFIRST BANK,
as Transferee, Assignee, and Secured Creditor
As attorney-in-fact for the
aforesaid GRANTOR
CAMPBELL & BRANNON, LLC
Attorneys at Law
Glenridge Highlands II
5565 Glenridge Connector,
Suite 350
Atlanta, GA 30342
(770) 392-0041
20-6428
THIS LAW FIRM MAY BE HELD TO BE ACTING
AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, UNDER FEDERAL LAW.
IF SO, ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE

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PROBATE NOTICES

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IN THE PROBATE COURT
COUNTY OF DODGE
STATE OF GEORGIA
IN RE: ESTATE OF TAMMY THOMPSON, DECEASED
ESTATE NO. P-21-9375
PETITION FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
NOTICE
TO: SEE EXHIBIT “A” and to WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
CONNIE COPELAND has petitioned for Letters of Administration to be appointed Administrator (s) of the Estate of TAMMY THOMPSON deceased, of said County. (The petitioner has also applied for waiver of bond and/or grant of certain powers contained in O.C.G.A. § 53-12-261.) All interested parties are hereby notified to show cause why said petition should not be granted. All objections to the petition must be in writing, setting forth the grounds of any such objections, and must be filed with the court on or before FEBRUARY 26, 2021.
BE NOTIFIED FURTHER: All pleadings/objections must be signed under oath before a notary public or before a probate court clerk, and filing fees must be tendered with your pleadings/objections, unless you qualify to file as an indigent party. Contact probate court personnel at the following address/telephone number for the required amount of filing fees. If any objections are filed a hearing will be held on FEBRUARY 26, 2021. If no objections are filed, the petition may be granted without a hearing.
AL MCCRANIE
Judge of the Probate Court
P.O. Box 514
643 Pearl Bates Avenue
Eastman, GA 31023
478-374-3775

EXHIBIT “A”
KAY BARRON, SHIRLEY REGISTER, SHERYL HORNE, SARAH WALLIS, JIMMY HICKS, JACKIE BARNETT, THOMAS MELVIN THOMPSON, JOHNNY CALVIN THOMPSON, BETTY WALDROUP, DEENA RENEE JONES, BRAD ROBINSON, RICHIE SELPH AND CLAY SELPH

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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF DODGE COUNTY
STATE OF GEORGIA
IN RE: ESTATE OF MATTHEW STEVEN JOHNSON,
DECEASED
ESTATE NO. P-21-9376
PETITION FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
NOTICE
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
SHARON MCDUFFIE JOHNSON has petitioned this Court to be appointed Administrator of the Estate of MATTHEW STEVEN JOHNSON deceased, of said County. The Petitioner has also applied for waiver of bond and/or grant of certain powers contained in O.C.G.A. § 53-12-261.)
All interested parties are hereby notified to show cause why said Petition should not be granted. All objections to the Petition must be in writing, setting forth the grounds of any such objections, and must be filed with the Court on or before FEBRUARY 24, 2021.
BE NOTIFIED FURTHER: All objections to the Petition must be in writing, setting forth the grounds of any such objections. All objections should be sworn to before a notary public or before a Probate Court Clerk, and filing fees must be tendered with your objections, unless you qualify to file as an indigent party. Contact Probate Court personnel for the required amount of filing fees. If any objections are filed, a hearing will be SCHEDULED AT A LATER DATE. If no objections are filed, the Petition may be granted without a hearing.
AL McCRANIE
Judge Probate Court of
Dodge County
State of Georgia
P.O. Box 4256
643 Pearl Bates Avenue
Eastman, GA 31023
478-374-3775

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

TWO ACRES OF WOODED LAND in Dodge County off of Hwy 341. Call 770-862-4403 for more information. Serious Inquiries Only.

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SERVICES

Hardeman construction Land and lot clearing: top soil; fill dirt; pond building; hauling. Call Terry Hardeman at (478) 285-1430 anytime. State Certified Septic Tank Installation.

FOR ALL YOUR ROOFING NEEDS call BRICE BLOCKER, sales manager at FRASER ROOFING. Free Estimates. Please call 478-231-8176.

Heavenly House Cleaning. Expert on cleaning homes, offices, sheds right down to the smallest detail. Text 478-772-4104.

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FOR SALE

CANNON IMAGE RUNNER 2200. Two paper cassette, up to legal size. Actual meter count 261457. No warranty. Sold as is. $300.00. Must pick up. Call 478-934-6047 to make appointment to see.
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PETS

AKC GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES. Males and females available. Ready on February 8. Accepting deposits to reserve a puppy. Please all or text Diana at 478-230-3376 before 8:00 p.m.

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CORPORATIONS and BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS

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APPLICATION TO REGISTER A BUSINESS TO BE CONDUCTED UNDER TRADE NAME, PARTNERSHIP OR OTHERS
STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF DODGE
The undersigned does hereby certify that FRANK JOLLEY, JR. conducting a business as JOLLEY BOYZ TRUCKING, LLC in the City of EASTMAN, County of DODGE in the State of GEORGIA, under the name of JOLLEY BOYZ TRUCKING, LLC and that the nature of the business is trucking and that the names and addresses of the person, firms or partnership owning and carrying on said trade or business is:
FRANK JOLLEY, JR.; 62 MARY ALEXANDER DRIVE; EASTMAN, GA 31023.
Subscribed and sworn to before me
This 5th day of January, 2021
DONNA P. BARRENTINE
Notary Public
FRANK JOLLEY, JR.

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DEBTORS AND CREDITORS

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS
Estate No. P-20-9368
All creditors of the Estate of CARMINTA G. EDGE, deceased, late of Dodge County, Georgia, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said Estate are required to make immediate payment to me.
This the 18th day of December, 2020.
SAMMY H. EDGE, JR.
Executor,
Estate of CARMINTA G. EDGE
408 Aschoff Court
Simpsonville, SC 29680
THE CANNON LAW FIRM, LLC
P O Box 55270
McRae, GA 31055
229-868-6065

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NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS
All creditors of the Estate of SALLY GIDDENS DAVIS, late of Dodge County, Georgia, deceased, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment.
This 29th day of December 2020.
ALBERT L.W. DAVIS
P.O. Box 4774
Eastman, GA 31023
c/o RITA J. LLOP
Attorney at Law
Rita J. Llop, P. C.
5007 9th Avenue, N.E.
Eastman, Georgia 31023

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NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS
Re: James M. Knight
In the Probate Court of Dodge County, Georgia; P-20-9350
All creditors of the Estate of JAMES M. KNIGHT, late of Dodge County, Georgia, deceased, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment.
This 29th day of December 2020.
JOHNNIE ROGERS KNIGHT
MICHAEL A. KNIGHT, SR.
121 Delacy Street
Eastman, GA 31023
RITA J. LLOP
Attorney at Law
Rita J. Llop, P. C.
5007 9th Avenue
Eastman, Georgia 31023
478-374-9500

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NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS
All creditors of the Estate of KENNETH LAWRENCE ROGERS, late of Dodge County, Georgia, deceased, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment.
This the 6th day of January 2021.
KENNETH F. ROGERS
Executor of the Estate of
KENNETH LAWRENCE
ROGERS
1056 Dublin Hwy.
Eastman, Georgia 31023
c/o RITA J. LLOP
Attorney at Law
Rita J. Llop, P. C.
5007 9th Avenue, N.E.
Eastman, Georgia 31023

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FAMILY, CHILDREN, YOUTH

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IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF DODGE COUNTY
STATE OF GEORGIA
IN THE MATTER OF:                          
T.R.L. IV
SEX: M
DOB: 02/27/2018
J.L.
SEX: F
DOB: 04/07/2016
Minor Children
CASE NO. 045-20J-3501
PETITION TO TERMINATE
SUMMONS
FOR PETITION TO TERMINATE PARENTAL
TO: ANY UNKNOWN UNNAMED PUTATIVE FATHERS
By Order for Service by Publication dated SEPTEMBER 21, 2020, you are required to appear before the Juvenile Court of DODGE County, Georgia to answer the allegations of a Petition to Terminate Parental Rights filed on SEPTEMBER 28, 2020, by the DODGE County Department of Family and Children Services. You may obtain a free copy of the petition directly or by mail from the clerk of said court.  The general nature of the allegations are that the child is a dependent child and the dependent state is likely to continue and cause serious physical, mental, emotional, or moral harm to the child unless the rights of the parents are terminated.
The court hearing of your case has been scheduled for 4th day of FEBRUARY, 2021, at 1:30 p.m., for the JUVENILE COURT OF DODGE COUNTY TO BE HEARD AT THE DODGE COUNTY COURTROOM IN EASTMAN, GEORGIA AT THE DODGE COUNTY AT&T BUILDING ON PEARL BATES AVENUE in Eastman, Georgia.
The court at trial can enter a judgment ending your rights to the child if you fail to appear and show cause why your parental rights should not be terminated.  A biological father may lose all rights to the child and not be entitled to object to the termination of his rights unless, within 30 days of receipt of this notice, he files: (1) a petition to legitimate the child; and (2) a notice of the filing of the petition to legitimate with the Juvenile Court of DODGE, Georgia.
A party has the right to an attorney in this proceeding.  If you are unable to hire an attorney, the Court will appoint one for you if you are an indigent person.
If you have any questions concerning this notice of summons, contact the clerk’s office at (478) 374-2871.
WITNESS the Honorable Dennis Mullis, Judge of said court, this the
17th day of NOVEMBER, 2020.
RHETT WALKER
(Deputy) Clerk of
Juvenile Court
Dodge County, Georgia

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FORECLOSURES

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NOTICE OF SALE UNDER POWER CONTAINED IN SECURITY DEED
STATE OF GEORGIA,
COUNTY OF DODGE
Pursuant to a power of sale contained in a certain security deed executed by BESSIE SMITH and GEORGE O. SMITH, hereinafter referred to as GRANTOR, to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as nominee for USA HOME LOANS, INC., Corporation recorded in Deed Book 615, beginning at page 110, of the deed records of the Clerk of the Superior Court of the aforesaid state and county, and by virtue of a default under the terms of said security deed, and the related note, the undersigned attorney-in-fact for the aforesaid GRANTOR (which attorney-in-fact is the present holder of said security deed and note secured thereby) will sell at the usual place of conducting Sheriff’s sales in said county within the legal hours of sale, to the highest bidder on the FIRST TUESDAY IN FEBRUARY 2021, all property described in said security deed including but not limited to the following described property:
ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE CITY OF EASTMAN, DODGE COUNTY, GEORGIA, AND BEING LOT NO. 8 IN BLOCK “B” OF THE BACON HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION IN SAID CITY, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF A SURVEY MADE BY B.W. HARRELL ON AUGUST 29, 1959, AND RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF DODGE SUPERIOR COURT IN PLAT BOOK 3, PAGE 307, AND BY REFERENCE INCORPORATED HEREIN, SAID LOT FRONTING 90’ ON THE NORTHWEST SIDE OF FOREST AVENUE AND EXTENDING IN A NORTHWEST DIRECTION A DISTANCE OF 120’ AND BEING LOCATED IN THE NORTH CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF FOREST AVENUE AND HARRISON STREET.
THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON BEING COMMONLY KNOWN AS 5605 FOREST AVENUE, EASTMAN, GEORGIA. 31023.
BEING THE SAME LOT OR PARCEL OF GROUND WHICH BY DEED DATED FEBRUARY 25, 2008 AND RECORDED AMONG THE LAND RECORDS OF DODGE COUNTY IN DEED BOOK 600, PAGE 225 WAS GRANTED AND CONVEYED BY BESSIE SMITH, FORMERLY KNOWN AS BESSIE WESTBROOK, UNTO BESSIE SMITH AND GEORGE O. SMITH.
SAID LEGAL DESCRIPTION BEING CONTROLLING, HOWEVER, THE PROPERTY IS MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 5605 FOREST AVENUE, EASTMAN, GA 31023
Said property will be sold on an “as-is” basis without any representation, warranty or recourse against the above-named or the undersigned. The sale will be subject to the following items which may affect the title: any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien but not yet due and payable); any matters which might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property; any assessments, liens, encumbrances, zoning ordinances, restrictions, and all other matters of record superior to the said Security Deed. The sale will be conducted subject (1) to confirmation that the sale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and (2) to final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the Security Deed.
MIDFIRST BANK, through its division MIDLAND MORTGAGE is the entity with authority to negotiate, amend and modify the terms of the Note and Security Deed. MIDFIRST BANK, through its division MIDLAND MORTGAGE’S ADDRESS IS 999 N.W. GRAND BLVD., OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73118. MIDFIRST BANK, through its division MIDLAND MORTGAGE may be contacted by telephone at 1-800-552-3000.
TO THE BEST OF THE UNDERSIGNED’S KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, THE PARTY IN POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY IS BELIEVED TO BE BESSIE SMITH AND GEORGE O. SMITH, OR TENANT(S).
MIDFIRST BANK,
as Transferee, Assignee, and Secured Creditor
As attorney-in-fact for the
aforesaid GRANTOR
CAMPBELL & BRANNON, LLC
Attorneys at Law
Glenridge Highlands II
5565 Glenridge Connector,
Suite 350
Atlanta, GA 30342
(770) 392-0041
20-6428
THIS LAW FIRM MAY BE HELD TO BE ACTING
AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, UNDER FEDERAL LAW.
IF SO, ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE

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PROBATE NOTICES

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IN THE PROBATE COURT
COUNTY OF DODGE
STATE OF GEORGIA
IN RE: ESTATE OF C.W. ROGERS, SR., DECEASED
ESTATE NO. P-20-9367
PETITION FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
NOTICE
TO: Whom it may concern and any heir whose current address is unknown:
C.W. ROGERS, JR. has petitioned for HIMSELF to be appointed Administrator (s) of the Estate of C.W. ROGERS, SR. deceased, of said County. (The petitioner has also applied for waiver of bond and/or grant of certain powers contained in O.C.G.A. § 53-12-261.) All interested parties are hereby notified to show cause why said petition should not be granted. All objections to the petition must be in writing, setting forth the grounds of any such objections, and must be filed with the court on or before JANUARY 12, 2020.
BE NOTIFIED FURTHER: All pleadings/objections must be signed under oath before a notary public or before a probate court clerk, and filing fees must be tendered with your pleadings/objections, unless you qualify to file as an indigent party. Contact probate court personnel at the following address/telephone number for the required amount of filing fees. If any objections are filed a hearing will be held on JANUARY 12, 2020. If no objections are filed, the petition may be granted without a hearing.
AL MCCRANIE
Judge of the Probate Court
P.O. Box 514
643 Pearl Bates Avenue
Eastman, GA 31023
478-374-3775

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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF DODGE COUNTY
STATE OF GEORGIA
IN RE: ESTATE OF GLORIA ANN SMITH, DECEASED
ESTATE NO. P-20-9361
PETITION FOR LETTERS OF
ADMINISTRATION
NOTICE
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
BRIAN SMITH has petitioned to be appointed Administrator of the Estate of GLORIA ANN SMITH, deceased, of said County. The Petitioner has also applied for waiver of bond and/or grant of certain powers contained in O.C.G.A. §53-12-261. All interested parties are hereby notified to show cause why said Petition should not be granted. All objections to the Petition must be in writing, setting forth the grounds of any such objections, and must be filed with the court on or before JANUARY 22, 2021.
BE NOTIFIED FURTHER: All objections to the Petition must be in writing, setting forth the grounds of such objections. All objections should be sworn to before a notary public or before a Probate Court Clerk, and filing fees must be tendered with your objections, unless you qualify to file as an indigent party. Contact Probate Court personnel for the required amount of filing fees. If any objections are filed, a hearing will be scheduled at a later date.
If no objections are filed, the Petition may be granted without a hearing.
AL MCCRANIE
Judge of Dodge County
Probate Court
By: ASHLEY W. CONLEY, Clerk of Probate Court
643 Pearl Bates Avenue
Eastman, GA 31023
Telephone Number
478-374-3775
CANNON LAW FIRM, LLC
Attorney for Estate
P. O. Box 55270
McRae, GA 31055
Phone: 229-868-6065

BY RUSS RAGAN
Despite neither team playing, there was news on the Falcons and Bulldogs front. The Dogs have several key returners and the offense should be really good. The Falcons have the fourth overall pick in April’s draft plus they have a fourth place schedule which is nice. There are reports that there is a favorite for the head coaching job and it’s a surprise.
Nothing really to report on the Braves front but I have some ideas.
It was a good week on the Bulldog front. Players have until this Friday the 15th to announce if they are returning for another season by the NCAA. The defense got a boost as Devonte Wyatt and Jordan Davis are coming back. No word yet from Zamir “Zeus” White. I do think he will be back. Scoring points shouldn’t be a problem for the Dogs this fall.
There hasn’t been a whole lot of winning in Falcon land, but their losing has helped things out. We do have good news to report. The 2021 schedules are out and it’s doable for the Birds. They have the home games with the Saints, Bucs and Panthers. After that things get a lot easier. Of the remaining ten teams only two made the 2020 playoffs. Buffalo is very good, no question about it. The other is the Washington football team and they are very beatable.
The second part of good news is they have the fourth pick in April’s draft. The big question is do you draft a quarterback? Zach Wilson from BYU and Justin Fields will possibly be there. Personally, I don’t think the Birds leave Fields there at number four. They could trade down and add picks. We will talk more about that as time goes on.
There is even still more Falcons news and this one is about the next head coach. It looks like the early favorite is Carolina Panthers offensive coordinator Joe Brady. He was also in the same position in 2019 for the college national champion LSU. He is only 31, does that scare anybody out there?
The other big interior went to Kansas City Chief offensive coordinator Eric Bienieiz. He is the hot candidate across the league. Personally, I would take either one and it does excite me that both are offensive guys. The next three plus months should be interesting in Falcons land.
Let’s wrap up with the Braves. In the 2019 off season they picked up Cole Hanels, bad move, and Will Smith, improved as the year went along. In the 2020 off season, they picked up Charlie Morton. A move I liked, add Drew Smyley a move I don’t dislike just like last year things have gotten really quiet.
The Mets did make a real big deal as they got shortstop Francisco Lendor and pitcher Carlos Carrasco.
The Mets give up descent prospects in the deal but they are paying pretty much by contracts.
So, what will the Braves do? Well they could bring back Ozuna and hope the designated hitter comes back at least by 2022. They could trade for Kris Bryant from the Cubs as he will be a free agent at the end of the season, but you can’t overpay in prospects. Don’t rule out Michael Brantley or Joe Peterson for the last outfield spot. The Braves should do something soon for the offense.

ROBERT CANNON
U.S. Army Veteran
Robert Cannon, age 78, of Perry, formerly from Eastman, died Sunday, January 10, 2021, at the Houston County Medical Center.
A private funeral service will be held.


JUDY DIANNE SHEFFIELD LEONARD
Moody Air Force Base Retired Employee
Judy Dianne Sheffield Leonard, 72, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend of Dahlonega, Georgia passed away on January 9, 2021 after a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at McDonald Funeral Home located at 20 Gibson Road in Dahlonega on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. followed by services at 1:00.


SHIRLEY BELL HUFF JOHNS
Homemaker
Shirley Bell Huff Johns, age 89, of Eastman, died on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at the Heart of Georgia Nursing Home.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at New Union Baptist Church Cemetery with Reverend Mike Grenade and Reverend Joe Daniel officiating.


SHERYL HARDIMAN YAWN
Retired Alcoa
Employee
Sheryl Hardiman Yawn, age 71, of Chauncey, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021 at the Dodge County Hospital.
Graveside services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 12, 2012 at the Chauncey City Cemetery with Reverend LaDon Connell and Reverend James Hammock officiating.


GEORGIA NESMITH
Homemaker
Georgia NeSmith, age 87, of Eastman, formerly of Cochran died January 7, 2021 at the Dodge County Hospital.
A private committal service will be held with a memorial service at a later date due to covid.


GARY WOODARD
Gresston Baptist Church Member
Gary Woodard, age 65, of Eastman died Thursday, January 7, 2021 at the Dodge County Hospital.
Graveside services were held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at Gresston Baptist Church Cemetery.


PAT DANIEL
Dodge County Correctional Institution Retired Employee
Pat Daniel, age 70, of Dublin, formerly of Chauncey died January 6, 2021 at The Dodge County Hospital.
Graveside services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2021 at Chauncey City Cemetery.


SANDRA “SANDI” HARDIMAN STEVENSON GRIMES
Department of Community Affairs Retired Employee
Sandra “Sandi” Hardiman Stevenson Grimes, age 70, of Eastman, died Wednesday, January 6, 2021.
Memorial services were held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 9, at Chauncey City Cemetery, with Reverend James Hammock and Reverend Ronnie Moore officiating.


WANDA WRIGHT HAWN
Robins Air Force Base Retired Employee
Wanda Wright Hawn, age 67, of Eastman, died Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at the Dodge County Hospital.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 11, 2021 at Solid Rock Church of God with Bishop Ralph Horne and Bishop Matthew Floyd officiating. Interment followed in Greenlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.


BURWELL DRURY JR.
Gilman Paper Company Retired Employee
Burwell Drury, Jr., age 80, of Eastman died Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at the Dodge County Hospital.
Graveside services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2021 in Homeward Cemetery in Waverly.


WOODROW HILLIARD, JR.
Retired Truck Driver
Woodrow Hilliard, Jr., age 75, of Baxley, formerly of Rhine, died Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Bacon County Hospital in Alma.
Graveside services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Bay Springs Cemetery in Rhine, with Gary Ryals and Reverend Ricky Gilmore officiating.


EMILY MONTFORD GORDON
Domesticated Food Industries worker
Emily Montford Gordon, age 77, of Reynolds died Tuesday, January 5, 2021 after an extended illness at Dodge County Hospital.
Graveside services were held on Friday, January 8, 2021 at Evergreen Cemetery with Reverend George Fluellen, Pastor Cecil Barden and Apostle Arthur Belcher officiating.


APRIL CHERIE MIMBS CRENSHAW
Homemaker
April Cherie Mimbs Crenshaw, age 51, of Dublin, formerly of Eastman, died Monday, January 4, 2021.
Memorial services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at Southerland Funeral Chapel with Reverend Jeff Thomas officiating.


TERRY CLARENCE TRIPP
Retired Teacher
Terry Clarence Tripp, age 69, died peacefully in his Elberton, home just before dawn on Monday, January 4, 2021, with his wife and son by his side following a 13 year struggle. 
Due to COVID-19, a private memorial service will be held.


JIM LEE WILLCOX, JR.
Independent Engineering Consultant
Jim Lee Wilcox, Jr., age 69, died Saturday, January 2, 2021 with his family by his side, following a lengthy illness.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.


ROSEANNE TYREKA JOHNSON
Hair Stylist
Roseanna Tyreka Johnson, age 31, of Eastman died Friday, January 1, 2021.
Funeral ervices were held Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Restoration Outreach Ministries Inc. in Eastman with Bishop Curtis Collins officiating.


CRAIG ALEXANDER NORWOOD
Construction
Craig Alexander Norwood, age 33, or Eastman died December 29, 2020.
Funeral services were held on Monday, January 4, 2020 at Williams Family Cemetery with Pastor George Fluellen officiating.


DEMONTE’ JAVON IVEY
Pleasant Hill New
Missionary Baptist Church Member
Demonte’ Javon Ivey “Bunky”, age 22, of Eastmandied Wednesday, December 30, 2020.
Graveside services were held on Saturday, January 9, 2021 in Eastman City Cemetery with Pastor George Fluellen, Pastor Sammy Young, Pastor Tyrese Ivey and Craig Burch officiating.


GREGG PACKER WILSON
Roper, Inc. Retired Employee
Gregg Packer Wilson, age 83, of Helena, died Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Glen Eagle Nursing and Rehab Center in Abbeville.
Memorial services will be held at a later date.


BETTY ELIZABETH WENDLER
Homemaker
Betty Elizabeth Wendler, age 84, died December 21, 2020 at Tacoma Lutheran Retirement Community in Tacoma, Washington.
Funeral services were held on Sunday, January 10, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at Rollins Funeral Home in Eastman.

Citizens of Dodge County,
As I have had a few months to process my journey with Covid-19, I now realize how blessed I am to see a new year. For those who are unfamiliar with my medical journey, I was diagnosed with Covid-19 mid-late September and began the quarantine process immediately. During that time, my symptoms were controlled with medications at home. It wasn’t until my quarantine period was completed that my health quickly began to decline. Without any warning, I began to struggle to breathe, as well as, started running a fever in excess of 104 degrees. It was then that my wife, Cori Reddock Abney, and daughter, Ansley became so concerned that they took me to a Macon hospital ER for medical help. Here, I was diagnosed with Covid Pneumonia, placed on oxygen, and left in the emergency room lying flat on my back for 27 straight hours. Unfortunately, there were no rooms available and this particular ER was very short staffed so, it became apparent that I was not going to be receiving the level of care that I needed at that time. As a result, my wife returned to Macon and proceeded to take me home while seeking other options.
My wife, Cori, had consistently been requesting prayer from friends online when out of the blue, Miranda Bush, ER Director at Dodge County Hospital, reached out to her out of concern. She told my wife that if there was anything that she could do to help, she would be happy to do so. By the grace of God and with the help of Sandra Campbell, Chief Nursing Officer, as well as, Miranda Bush, they were able to see me in the Dodge County Hospital ER for an evaluation the very next morning. Within minutes of arriving, I was assessed, my lungs were scanned, and I was finally placed in ICU under the care of Dr. Lou Barker and Dr. Habigaile Cribe. This was just the beginning of a very intense battle to overcome this awful virus.
My stay at Dodge County Hospital involved two weeks in ICU, a few days on the Covid wing, and an additional week in a regular hospital room. Along the way, I had the privilege of developing relationships with many ICU nurses, floor nurses, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, CNA’s, cafeteria workers, custodial staff members, and last but not least, Dr. Barker and Dr. Cribe. The level of personalized care, professionalism, attention, love, and compassion shown to me throughout my stay was beyond comprehension. I will forever be grateful to each and every one of these individuals for helping save my life.
Dodge County, please do not ever take for granted the calibre of medical professionals and facilities that you have been blessed with in Eastman. From this point forward, Dodge County Hospital will be my family’s first choice for hospital care. Again, thank you to DCH from the bottom of my heart for caring for me during my darkest days. I wish you all a very Happy New Year filled with blessings and good health.
Sincerely,
Shayne Abney (Cochran, GA)

Funny that we never hear about the vast left wing conspiracy, do we.
Could Donald Trump have stayed out of prison with China Joe Biden the big guy’s record? Don’t forget the big guy’s 10 percent cut. Those who watch CNN for news seem not to know anything about this.
“A lie doesn’t become truth, wrong doesn’t become right and evil doesn’t become good just because it’s accepted by a majority.”
Booker T. Washington
Bumper sticker of the day: Spay and neuter your pets and your annoying friends.
“Is one man’s mob another man’s righteous movement?”
Jesse Watters on Fox News
Where did they find annoying RINO Lisa Murkowski? Her father Frank Murkowski appointed her to his Republican U.S. Senate seat after he got elected governor of Alaska a few years back and she’s still around. She now wants Donald Trump to resign just before he was leaving office anyway. Maybe useless Lisa should resign herself. She’s a big nothing, one of the worst Republicans out there.  
We need to get rid of mail-in ballots and require photo ID to vote. Fact check the so-called fact checkers. Many are dedicated leftists, not fair at all.       
San Fran Nan Pelosi calls Donald Trump “unhinged.” I thought she was referring to herself. I wonder what Pelosi thinks about the mental state of Maxine Waters.
“War is just one more big government program.”
Joseph Sobran  Sobran.com
The Nazi Third Reich lasted 12 years. The Soviet Union lasted over 70 years. The former we fought, the latter we embraced.
“To be sure, conservative radio talk-show hosts have a built-in audience unavailable to liberals: people driving cars to some sort of job.”
Ann Coulter  AnnCoulter.com
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CORPORATIONS and BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS

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APPLICATION TO REGISTER A BUSINESS TO BE CONDUCTED UNDER TRADE NAME, PARTNERSHIP OR OTHERS
STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF DODGE
The undersigned does hereby certify that FRANK JOLLEY, JR. conducting a business as JOLLEY BOYZ TRUCKING, LLC in the City of EASTMAN, County of DODGE in the State of GEORGIA, under the name of JOLLEY BOYZ TRUCKING, LLC and that the nature of the business is trucking and that the names and addresses of the person, firms or partnership owning and carrying on said trade or business is:
FRANK JOLLEY, JR.; 62 MARY ALEXANDER DRIVE; EASTMAN, GA 31023.
Subscribed and sworn to before me
This 5th day of January, 2021
DONNA P. BARRENTINE
Notary Public
FRANK JOLLEY, JR.

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DEBTORS AND CREDITORS

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS
Estate No. P-20-9368
All creditors of the Estate of CARMINTA G. EDGE, deceased, late of Dodge County, Georgia, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said Estate are required to make immediate payment to me.
This the 18th day of December, 2020.
SAMMY H. EDGE, JR.
Executor,
Estate of CARMINTA G. EDGE
408 Aschoff Court
Simpsonville, SC 29680
THE CANNON LAW FIRM, LLC
P O Box 55270
McRae, GA 31055
229-868-6065

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NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS
All creditors of the Estate of SALLY GIDDENS DAVIS, late of Dodge County, Georgia, deceased, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment.
This 29th day of December 2020.
ALBERT L.W. DAVIS
P.O. Box 4774
Eastman, GA 31023
c/o RITA J. LLOP
Attorney at Law
Rita J. Llop, P. C.
5007 9th Avenue, N.E.
Eastman, Georgia 31023

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NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS
Re: James M. Knight
In the Probate Court of Dodge County, Georgia; P-20-9350
All creditors of the Estate of JAMES M. KNIGHT, late of Dodge County, Georgia, deceased, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment.
This 29th day of December 2020.
JOHNNIE ROGERS KNIGHT
MICHAEL A. KNIGHT, SR.
121 Delacy Street
Eastman, GA 31023
RITA J. LLOP
Attorney at Law
Rita J. Llop, P. C.
5007 9th Avenue
Eastman, Georgia 31023
478-374-9500

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NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS
All creditors of the Estate of KENNETH LAWRENCE ROGERS, late of Dodge County, Georgia, deceased, are hereby notified to render in their demands to the undersigned according to law, and all persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment.
This the 6th day of January 2021.
KENNETH F. ROGERS
Executor of the Estate of
KENNETH LAWRENCE
ROGERS
1056 Dublin Hwy.
Eastman, Georgia 31023
c/o RITA J. LLOP
Attorney at Law
Rita J. Llop, P. C.
5007 9th Avenue, N.E.
Eastman, Georgia 31023

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FAMILY, CHILDREN, YOUTH

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IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF DODGE COUNTY
STATE OF GEORGIA
IN THE MATTER OF:                          
T.R.L. IV
SEX: M
DOB: 02/27/2018
J.L.
SEX: F
DOB: 04/07/2016
Minor Children
CASE NO. 045-20J-3501
PETITION TO TERMINATE
SUMMONS
FOR PETITION TO TERMINATE PARENTAL
TO: ANY UNKNOWN UNNAMED PUTATIVE FATHERS
By Order for Service by Publication dated SEPTEMBER 21, 2020, you are required to appear before the Juvenile Court of DODGE County, Georgia to answer the allegations of a Petition to Terminate Parental Rights filed on SEPTEMBER 28, 2020, by the DODGE County Department of Family and Children Services. You may obtain a free copy of the petition directly or by mail from the clerk of said court.  The general nature of the allegations are that the child is a dependent child and the dependent state is likely to continue and cause serious physical, mental, emotional, or moral harm to the child unless the rights of the parents are terminated.
The court hearing of your case has been scheduled for 4th day of FEBRUARY, 2021, at 1:30 p.m., for the JUVENILE COURT OF DODGE COUNTY TO BE HEARD AT THE DODGE COUNTY COURTROOM IN EASTMAN, GEORGIA AT THE DODGE COUNTY AT&T BUILDING ON PEARL BATES AVENUE in Eastman, Georgia.
The court at trial can enter a judgment ending your rights to the child if you fail to appear and show cause why your parental rights should not be terminated.  A biological father may lose all rights to the child and not be entitled to object to the termination of his rights unless, within 30 days of receipt of this notice, he files: (1) a petition to legitimate the child; and (2) a notice of the filing of the petition to legitimate with the Juvenile Court of DODGE, Georgia.
A party has the right to an attorney in this proceeding.  If you are unable to hire an attorney, the Court will appoint one for you if you are an indigent person.
If you have any questions concerning this notice of summons, contact the clerk’s office at (478) 374-2871.
WITNESS the Honorable Dennis Mullis, Judge of said court, this the
17th day of NOVEMBER, 2020.
RHETT WALKER
(Deputy) Clerk of
Juvenile Court
Dodge County, Georgia

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FORECLOSURES

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NOTICE OF SALE UNDER POWER CONTAINED IN SECURITY DEED
STATE OF GEORGIA,
COUNTY OF DODGE
Pursuant to a power of sale contained in a certain security deed executed by BESSIE SMITH and GEORGE O. SMITH, hereinafter referred to as GRANTOR, to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as nominee for USA HOME LOANS, INC., Corporation recorded in Deed Book 615, beginning at page 110, of the deed records of the Clerk of the Superior Court of the aforesaid state and county, and by virtue of a default under the terms of said security deed, and the related note, the undersigned attorney-in-fact for the aforesaid GRANTOR (which attorney-in-fact is the present holder of said security deed and note secured thereby) will sell at the usual place of conducting Sheriff’s sales in said county within the legal hours of sale, to the highest bidder on the FIRST TUESDAY IN FEBRUARY 2021, all property described in said security deed including but not limited to the following described property:
ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE CITY OF EASTMAN, DODGE COUNTY, GEORGIA, AND BEING LOT NO. 8 IN BLOCK “B” OF THE BACON HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION IN SAID CITY, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF A SURVEY MADE BY B.W. HARRELL ON AUGUST 29, 1959, AND RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF DODGE SUPERIOR COURT IN PLAT BOOK 3, PAGE 307, AND BY REFERENCE INCORPORATED HEREIN, SAID LOT FRONTING 90’ ON THE NORTHWEST SIDE OF FOREST AVENUE AND EXTENDING IN A NORTHWEST DIRECTION A DISTANCE OF 120’ AND BEING LOCATED IN THE NORTH CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF FOREST AVENUE AND HARRISON STREET.
THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON BEING COMMONLY KNOWN AS 5605 FOREST AVENUE, EASTMAN, GEORGIA. 31023.
BEING THE SAME LOT OR PARCEL OF GROUND WHICH BY DEED DATED FEBRUARY 25, 2008 AND RECORDED AMONG THE LAND RECORDS OF DODGE COUNTY IN DEED BOOK 600, PAGE 225 WAS GRANTED AND CONVEYED BY BESSIE SMITH, FORMERLY KNOWN AS BESSIE WESTBROOK, UNTO BESSIE SMITH AND GEORGE O. SMITH.
SAID LEGAL DESCRIPTION BEING CONTROLLING, HOWEVER, THE PROPERTY IS MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 5605 FOREST AVENUE, EASTMAN, GA 31023
Said property will be sold on an “as-is” basis without any representation, warranty or recourse against the above-named or the undersigned. The sale will be subject to the following items which may affect the title: any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien but not yet due and payable); any matters which might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property; any assessments, liens, encumbrances, zoning ordinances, restrictions, and all other matters of record superior to the said Security Deed. The sale will be conducted subject (1) to confirmation that the sale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and (2) to final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the Security Deed.
MIDFIRST BANK, through its division MIDLAND MORTGAGE is the entity with authority to negotiate, amend and modify the terms of the Note and Security Deed. MIDFIRST BANK, through its division MIDLAND MORTGAGE’S ADDRESS IS 999 N.W. GRAND BLVD., OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73118. MIDFIRST BANK, through its division MIDLAND MORTGAGE may be contacted by telephone at 1-800-552-3000.
TO THE BEST OF THE UNDERSIGNED’S KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, THE PARTY IN POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY IS BELIEVED TO BE BESSIE SMITH AND GEORGE O. SMITH, OR TENANT(S).
MIDFIRST BANK,
as Transferee, Assignee, and Secured Creditor
As attorney-in-fact for the
aforesaid GRANTOR
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PROBATE NOTICES

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IN THE PROBATE COURT
COUNTY OF DODGE
STATE OF GEORGIA
IN RE: ESTATE OF C.W. ROGERS, SR., DECEASED
ESTATE NO. P-20-9367
PETITION FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
NOTICE
TO: Whom it may concern and any heir whose current address is unknown:
C.W. ROGERS, JR. has petitioned for HIMSELF to be appointed Administrator (s) of the Estate of C.W. ROGERS, SR. deceased, of said County. (The petitioner has also applied for waiver of bond and/or grant of certain powers contained in O.C.G.A. § 53-12-261.) All interested parties are hereby notified to show cause why said petition should not be granted. All objections to the petition must be in writing, setting forth the grounds of any such objections, and must be filed with the court on or before JANUARY 12, 2020.
BE NOTIFIED FURTHER: All pleadings/objections must be signed under oath before a notary public or before a probate court clerk, and filing fees must be tendered with your pleadings/objections, unless you qualify to file as an indigent party. Contact probate court personnel at the following address/telephone number for the required amount of filing fees. If any objections are filed a hearing will be held on JANUARY 12, 2020. If no objections are filed, the petition may be granted without a hearing.
AL MCCRANIE
Judge of the Probate Court
P.O. Box 514
643 Pearl Bates Avenue
Eastman, GA 31023
478-374-3775

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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF DODGE COUNTY
STATE OF GEORGIA
IN RE: ESTATE OF GLORIA ANN SMITH, DECEASED
ESTATE NO. P-20-9361
PETITION FOR LETTERS OF
ADMINISTRATION
NOTICE
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
BRIAN SMITH has petitioned to be appointed Administrator of the Estate of GLORIA ANN SMITH, deceased, of said County. The Petitioner has also applied for waiver of bond and/or grant of certain powers contained in O.C.G.A. §53-12-261. All interested parties are hereby notified to show cause why said Petition should not be granted. All objections to the Petition must be in writing, setting forth the grounds of any such objections, and must be filed with the court on or before JANUARY 22, 2021.
BE NOTIFIED FURTHER: All objections to the Petition must be in writing, setting forth the grounds of such objections. All objections should be sworn to before a notary public or before a Probate Court Clerk, and filing fees must be tendered with your objections, unless you qualify to file as an indigent party. Contact Probate Court personnel for the required amount of filing fees. If any objections are filed, a hearing will be scheduled at a later date.
If no objections are filed, the Petition may be granted without a hearing.
AL MCCRANIE
Judge of Dodge County
Probate Court
By: ASHLEY W. CONLEY, Clerk of Probate Court
643 Pearl Bates Avenue
Eastman, GA 31023
Telephone Number
478-374-3775
CANNON LAW FIRM, LLC
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P. O. Box 55270
McRae, GA 31055
Phone: 229-868-6065

BY RUSS RAGAN
There is a lot of football news to report and I am happy to say nearly all of it went really well. The Falcons “finished the drill” they made things interesting before losing 44-27 to Tampa Bay. It took all the Bulldogs had but they found a way in a 24-21 win over Cincinnati. Dodge County and former bulldog Leonard Floyd wrapped up a really good regular season with the Rams.
Let’s start with the bulldogs as they played undefeated Cincinnati in the Peach Bowl. Things didn’t look good as they trailed 21-10 going to the fourth quarter but things came together late in the 24-21 win. It was only an okay day for Daniels despite the numbers. He threw for 392 yards including a really good two-minute drill. George Pickens had 7 catches for 135 yards and a touchdown.
The big story was the Georgia defense and red shirt sophomore Azeez Ojulari. The defensive end had three sacks and a forced fumble in the win. He will go to the NFL draft and rightly so. He is currently projected to go in the first round.
Okay, back to the game. The dogs tailed 21-19 with 7 seconds to go. Sophomore kicker, Jack Podlesny lined up for a career long 53-yard field goal. He hit it flush with a nice little draw and dead down the middle for the 22-21 lead.
Ojulari got a sack in the end zone for the final points.
So, what’s next for the dogs? Well, they will finish in the top ten once again. Hopefully, Daniels, White and company will mostly come back for a really good chance for a special 2021 season.
Speaking of the bulldogs and Dodge County Indian, Leonard Floyd has had a really good year with the Rams. He picked up a sack and he had a quarterback hit in the Rams 18-7 must win over Arizona. He had 9 ½ sacks for the season for the layoff bound Rams.
Sunday’s missions were simple for the Falcons. Lose and they draft no worse than fourth in April’s draft. A win and they could fall as far as number 13. Things started good as Brady and Tampa Bay lead 23-10 at the half. Of course, the Falcons would make things close as it was 23-20 going into the fourth quarter. Fortunately, Brady got hot again in he fourth quarter for the 44-27 final.
So, what happens now? Well, they will pick fourth in April’s draft. Do you take a quarterback? Keep in mind, Matt Ryan will be the starter in 2021 because he has a massive 40 plus millions dollar cap hit. I do take the quarterback. Either Justin Fields, who looked good against Clemson or Zach Wilson from BYU will be there in the fourth spot. They can also trade down some and get maybe Mac Jones from Alabama? There are several ways they can do this.
The team made news Sunday night as they announced they will be interviewing Kansas City offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy for the job. He is top pick for job openings. Personally, I would love him or any high-powered offensive coordinator. I have had it with defensive coaches.
I am sure there will be plenty of rumors soon.