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ABC Wrecker and Recovery was founded  over 25 years ago. Over their two decades of service, they have watched the automotive industry grow and evolve, keeping up with technological trends to provide cutting-edge service without sacrificing their customer-first philosophy. Their experts are here to help you at a moment’s notice, day or night, rain or shine.

Their experts aren’t just highly trained, licensed and certified to get the job done right—they’re also good, kind people who want to deliver the comfort and peace of mind you deserve after you’ve run into trouble on the road. They do this and more all at the industry’s most competitive rates. 

Call ABC Wrecker and Recovery today to see what they can do for you!

For your emergency traffic control needs, day or night, give them a call!

Crisp Academy is getting ready for Read Across America Week!  Be sure to get your shirt ordered...

Volunteer Google form:

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Guest Google form:

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Make plans now for this year's Rhythm & Ribs Festival.  For more information, please visit https://www.tiftonribsfest.com/.

Did you know that 1/3 of people age 65 and over experience a fall annually? Did you know 95% of hip fractures are caused by falls? Did you know falls increased by 30% when COVID-19 started? 

The risk of falls is very important to consider as you or family members age! At Fyzical, they offer FREE fall risk assessments! Go through the questions below to identify if you or someone you love is at increased risk for a fall. If you find more than two of your answers are yes, give them a call today and ask about a free fall risk assessment. 

1. Have you fallen in the past year? 

2. Do you feel unsteady or lose your balance when you walk? 

3. Have you been recommended to use a cane when you walk? 

4. Do you use furniture or walls for support when you walk? 

5. Do you worry about falling? 

6. Do you have trouble stepping onto curbs? 

7. Do you have to push yourself up from a chair with your hands? 

Cordele: 229-273-9445

Tifton: 229-445-3255

Vienna: 229-521-1152

"We are excited to have been chosen by the Tim Tebow Foundation to host Night to Shine, a prom for individuals with special needs that are ages 14 and older. The event will be on February 10, 2023 at Unity Baptist Church in Sylvester and will be an evening full of dancing, karaoke, food, limo rides and more!  There is no fee to attend.  Guests will have the opportunity to enter on the red carpet, be paired with a buddy to party with them throughout the night, and be crowned as a queen/king for the night.  We will have a sensory room set up for any individuals that would like a quiet space/sensory activities or need a break throughout the night.  We will also have a respite room that parents/caregivers are welcome to utilize if they would like to stay while their individuals have fun at the dance.  If you know of any individuals that would like to attend or volunteers that would like to assist the night of the event, please have them complete the appropriate Google forms that are linked below.  I'm happy to answer any questions you may have and hope you will share this information to anyone you think may be interested.  We are planning for a wonderful night that will be memorable for all of those in attendance!"

Volunteer Google form:

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Guest Google form:

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State Sen. Carden H. Summers, R-Cordele, has been named chairman of the Georgia Senate’s Banking and Financial Institutions Committee.

Summers’ district includes Tift County.

Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and the Senate Committee on Assignments announced the new standing committee chairs for the first session of the 157th Georgia General Assembly.

“I want to congratulate the committee chairs and members on their appointments, which were based on their areas of expertise and background in addition to ensuring each committee is adequately prepared to address the needs of Georgians,” Jones said.

Summers is a real estate developer, farmer, and small businessman.

Source: www.tiftongrapevine.com

There is a day to celebrate most anything and this week one of those days happens to be handwriting day.  What hand do you write with?  I am actually a right handed person.  My sister, VaLenia is a left hander.  Our mother writes with her right hand and our daddy wrote with both.   He actually wrote really well with both hands.  If I write with my opposite hand, you may never figure out what it says.  Everyone writes so differently.  Some write better in cursive while others write better in print.  There is also a writing type known as a doctor’s handwriting.  Now I do ok reading a doctor's handwriting because I have been doing it for years but I will never forget trying to read Dr. Dixon’s handwriting when I began in the medical field in 1996.  He was a Psychiatrist in Albany that I absolutely loved working for and learning from but his writing was hard to read from time to time.  One Christmas, I was the unknown Elfie at my workplace.  I dropped off goodies and cards.  I had to sign the card every day in a different handwriting and that gave me an appreciation for different handwriting.  It brought many days of laughter though watching my co-workers try to read the cards.  In today’s time, our children don’t write nearly as much as we did while growing up which may be a handicap to them.  They have so many types of technology that allows them to type it instead of write it.  This also handicaps them with spelling.  The types of technology the children have today allows them to start typing the word and they can click on the one they want so misspelling never really happens.  But what will happen when they have to actually write out something whether it will be in school or in everyday life as an adult?  Will they write legibly?  Will they spell correctly?  Writing will matter to all of us.  Think about your writing skills the next time you write out something.  So which way do you write better?

February is National Children's Dental Health Month! During the entire month of February, the American Dental Association (ADA) honors and recognizes dental professionals and all who are passionate about children's healthcare. Take this time to increase awareness about pediatric dental hygiene – and find out how you can best support your child's dental care.  The ADA's Children's Dental Health Day was first celebrated on February 8, 1949. It became a month-long commemoration in 1981. 40 years later, children's dental health continues to be promoted throughout February for National Children's Dental Health Month (NCDHM). Celebrating children's oral health awareness is incredibly important for the community. Tooth decay remains the most common chronic childhood disease. Continuing educational programs and prevention awareness will help motivate more parents and other adults to recognize the seriousness of children's dental disease.  NCDHM raises awareness of the importance of teaching children good oral habits early to ensure a lifetime of healthy smiles. Parents or caregivers are essential and can promote children's dental health this month and throughout the year. Support children's dental health by working with dental professionals on specific topics such as:

· Tooth decay

· Getting your child familiar with their dentist's office

· Preventing crowded teeth

· Healthy gums in later years

Keeping up with daily oral care and visiting the dentist at least twice a year for an oral examination and professional cleanings are steps you can take towards a happier and healthier mouth! Setting the foundation for your child earlier in life will set your child up for success in the future.

Making an appointment at the dentist is one of the best ways to celebrate February's theme. The more time they spend with their dental professionals, the more comfortable they'll be when they visit. It is encouraged for children to have regular cleanings every 6 months. If you schedule an appointment in February, your child's second appointment will fall just-in-time before back-to-school in August.  Did you know that toothbrushes should be replaced every 3 to 4 months, as frayed bristles decrease their effectiveness? Get kids excited about their regular hygiene routine by letting them select toothbrushes with their favorite characters and choose toothpaste that they like. NCDHM is an excellent time to toss out old toothbrushes and replace them with new ones.  If your kids tend to brush their teeth unattended, take time this month to check-in on their brushing habits. Checking in with your kids and offering helpful tips and tricks will keep their teeth looking great and healthy.  National Children's Dental Health month is a great time to learn about and promote good oral hygiene habits with your family. Keep up with checkups, treat the family with new toothbrushes, and ensure your child knows how to clean their teeth properly. Your whole family will know how important dental health is to their overall health.