About Greene County, GA

Driving past my old home this weekend I passed my good friend's business just south of Greensboro. Dr. Rob Durham operates his Veterinary Clinic just south of Greensboro off of the Old Eatonton Highway. Recently, he completed some renovations and landscaping to include new fencing and two sharp looking signs at the entrance to the clinic. These new signs tell of a unique family history.

"Doc" Durham started his practice in 1938 after graduating from the Vet school at the University of Georgia. His legacy is commemorated on the sign shown to the left.

Dr. Bobby Durham graduated from the UGA Vet School in the 1960's and joined his dad in practice. Dr. Rob Durham followed in his dad and grandfather, completing his veterinary studies at UGA in the 1980's. Rob has since taken over most of the practice, taking on two more doctors to assist with the increased area business.

Whether you have small or large animal needs, you can certainly depend on the doctors at Durham Veterinary Clinic. Call the number on the sign below whenever you require veterinary services.

Dr. David Lowther (Southeastern Radiotherapy) and Dr. Bob Cowles (Cowles Clinic) are hosting a healthcare town hall meeting on Thursday, Aug 20th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Spotlight Theaters of Lake Oconee.

Unlike most of the town hall meetings seen on television, this event is not sponsored by a political party affiliate or PAC. Here is an excerpt from the flyer that has been circulated to area businesses:

This event, like Town Hall #1, is being organized by no political party, PAC, or organization and is the result of the efforts of a few concerned neighbors taking their free time to help in any way possible to explain and discuss the elements of HR 3200 and their potential effects on the citizens of the Lake Oconee area. None of the participants is an elected official and therefore has no power to affect policy beyond what anyone in the audience is capable of doing themselves. This is not intended to be an event at which all questions or concerns are going to be discussed or solved. It is a venue only to discuss concerns. Therefore, please be courteous and respectful of all you come in contact with, regardless of opinion.

1. Respectful, organized, courteous participation

2. No signs, no exceptions

3. A healthy, upbeat attitude !

This will, by necessity, be a first come/first served basis for seating so come early !

Refreshments will be offered at significant discounts to all participants courtesy of the management of Spotlight Theatres.

The Spotlight Theaters is located at 1050 Parkside Main, adjacent to the Publix Shopping Center near Reynolds Plantation. www.spotlighttheatres.com/find_us_parkside.php

On Friday, June 5th, 2009 from 5:30-7:30 PM, the Rotary Club of Greene and Putnam Counties is hosting a "Paddling for Polio Poker Run."

Bring your own kayak or canoe and join the fun at the Reynolds Plantation Pavilion! The run costs $35 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under, which includes a "Paddling for Polio" t-shirt.

If you do not have your own boat, Stacy at Sundance Outfitters (706-485-3100) is offering ½ price kayak rentals ($15 per person, single or tandems available). She will arrange for drop off and pick up of the kayak. Supplies are limited, so call today.

After the paddle, the winning poker hand will be awarded. The Rotary Club will be selling grilled hamburger plates for $5.00 and hot dog plates for $4.00. For a copy of the registration form, visit www.GreenePutnamRotary.org or for more information, call Ramona Warren at (706) 454-2040.

Beginning June 2, 2009 through August 5, 2009, the Spotlight Theatres will offer a selection of free children movies all summer long. Shows start at 10 a.m., and are first come first serve. No outside food or drink will be permitted into the theater. To view movie listings, visit http://www.spotlighttheatres.com/summer.php.

The Spotlight Theatre (listed as Parkside Main 8) is located at 1050 Parkside Main, Greensboro, GA 30642 (adjacent to the Publix shopping center at Reynolds Plantation) near Lake Oconee.

This week the Lake Country Board of Realtors pitched in to assist Habitat for Humanity of Greene County to construct two new homes just east of Greensboro, GA. Over the course of three days during the week of April 20th, various members from numerous realty and mortgage companies banded to together to support a worthy cause. Naming the effort Lend A Hand, the board plans to make this an annual effort. The final work day planned as a board initative is Saturday, April 25th. However, I am certain that many of us will continue to pitch in to support these efforts in our community. To check out the planned builds in our area, contact one of area HFH affiliates at the contact numbers below, or visit the HFH website at http://www.habitat.org/. There is a job for everyone, regardless of your skills. Come out and join the fun!