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Valid GA DL with clean 7 year MVR reqd. Drug free workplace. Benefits avail. after 90 days. Phone: 770-963-7760 ext. 218 Email: epm.consruction@ yahoo.com MEDICAL Willow Wood Nursing NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR • CNAs P/T & F/T • LPNS P/T & F/T • RNS P/T & F/T • RN Clinical Nurse Manager 11-7 Shift APPLY IN PERSON: 4595 Cantrell Rd. Flowery Branch Email Resumes to: jmilner@sterling-health care.com OR CALL: 770-967-2070 RESTAURANT We are looking to fill all Front/Back of house positions at our new store in Hamilton Mill! We will be interviewing people from 10am-4pm Monday through Friday during the month of May at the address listed below. You can also apply online at www.wildwingcafe. com or email resumes to hamiltonmill@ wildwingcafe.com 3509 Braselton Highway; Suite F200; Dacula, GA 30019 FULL TIME WAREHOUSE Barrow Industries, a leading fabric dis- tributor located in Su- wanee, is seeking FT Warehouse help. Must be able to lift 80+ lbs. Mon.-Fri. 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Inground Salt Water Pool, Full Unfinished Basement, Detached 2 Car Carport, Front, Back & Side Porches! 4BR/4BA $699,000 EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealty- professionals.com EATONTON, GA 31024 LAKE SINCLAIR! 176 Twisting Hill Rd. Beautiful Lake Front Property On Deeded Lot! Inground Salt Water Pool, Detached 2 Car Carport, Front/ Back & Side Porches! FULL UNFINISHED BASEMENT 4BR/4BA $699,000 EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealty- professionals.com EATONTON, GA 31024 PENDING APPROVAL PEMCO-HUD HOME #105-768378 141 Bearcreek Rd. Amazing 4BR/2.5BA Modular Home On .55 Acre Lot INSURED w/ESCROW $87,600 EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealty- professionals.com Denny Hamlin makes All-Star effort in Charlotte Denny Hamlin may not have abided by the precise rules of re-starts when he got the edge on the final green flag and won the $1 million payday at the Charlotte Motor Speedway on Saturday night. But in the unusual Sprint All-Star Race format with so many variations on rules, why not a little hocus pocus by the race leader? It might not have pleased runners-up Kevin Harvick and Kurt Busch, but a little trickery on re-starts is a time-honored racing tradition. It wasn’t as if Hamlin did anything they themselves have not tried in the past (speeding up and slowing down, then taking off slightly early). Perhaps there’s a more serious question on rules that should be asked. Hamlin knew that once in the lead, his Joe Gibbs Rac- ing Toyota would be hard to catch and pass. So Hamlin took off to a relatively anti- climactic finish — unless one counts the fact it was the first win in the All-Star race for Hamlin, Gibbs and Toyota. The current low down- force cars make overtaking mighty difficult on short runs once the leader is in clean air. If the trademark of a good NASCAR race is last-lap showdowns, should the rules for the current Gen 6 cars be altered? It was a weekend of rules changes elsewhere. The Indy Racing League altered its aerodynamic rules the morning of Sunday’s quali- fying for the Indy 500 after the third accident within three days where a car lifted off. In this case, the IRL’s efforts to introduce variety to its race cars backfired when teams found ways to gain speed that led to cars getting airborne. The idea was to get away from the spec chassis in favor of cars that look different from one another — in other words ,to generate more fan inter- est in the sport. Also, in the run-up to the Monaco Grand Prix, For- mula 1 announced radical changes to its cars in 2017 plus a return to mid-race refueling. The new cars will look jazzier and be faster. The new package is also part of an effort to generate more interest in F1 following two years of steady slippage in TV ratings in response to what was a radical change at the outset of the 2014 season to hybrid-powered, V-6 turbo cars. Both the IRL and F1 have demonstrated the perils of changing rules. It was a lesson that NASCAR learned with the Car of To- morrow — which may have been safer but came to be despised by fans. NASCAR had put a self-imposed deadline on the All-Star weekend for announcing further downforce reduc- tions in 2016, but those plans are at least on hold. Hamlin’s runaway at Charlotte followed a similar finish to the preceding race at the Kansas Speedway, where Jimmie Johnson got away clean from Harvick due to a caution — as opposed to the formatted 10-lap shootout of the All- Star race. Try as the organizers might, the Sprint All-Star event predictably missed the mark due to a final 10-lap shootout that wasn’t likely to produce many fire- works from the current low downforce cars. It seems all the teams knew the leader after the final pit stops would be the car to win. Brad Keselowski even speeded purposefully on the pit road to beat Hamlin to the pit exit, thinking if he didn’t start first he wouldn’t win, potential penalties be damned. “I’d rather go down swinging than take a strike,” he said of a move that clearly irritated his own Penske Racing team. BY JONATHAN INGRAM The Sports Xchange

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THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2015

CONGRATS TO GRADS - ONLINE ONLY

2015

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SERVICES

CLEANING

FREE REMOVALSERVICE

We pick up any of the following items:

All scrap metal such as all appliances, air condition-ers, lawn mowers, metal windows & doors, garage doors, motorcycles, house

& barn tin, gutters & awnings, metal signs, junk cars, old batteries, etc.

*No TVs or computer monitors.

[email protected] 770-601-8495

404-545-3299Leave message if no answer.

CLEARING/GRADING/EXCAVATION

MCDANIEL’SBOBCATSERVICE

•Backyard Grading•Landscaping-Seed, New Lawn Installs, Drainage•Fill Dirt • Top Soil•Gravel Driveways•Sink Hole Repair•Tree Removal•Retaining Walls•Demolition•Lot Clearing•Underbrush Mulching770-945-2488

FLOORING

HARDWOOD FLOORS

BY M.D. NANNI

The Doctor Is In• Oak • Maple

• Cherry • Walnut New Homes Repairs

Re� nishing RenovationsSPECIALTY

WORK• Borders • Stair-

ways • MedallionsFree Estimates

Insured/CertifiedMichael Nanni770-867-9670

HOME REPAIR/REMODELING

FORESTREMODELING, INC.

•Finished Basements•BathroomRemodeling

•Kitchen Remodeling•Custom Cabinets•Room Additions•Garages/Carports•Screened Porches•Custom Decks•Siding All Types

Call John770-962-2071

HOME REPAIR/REMODELING

GTSROOFING &

REMODELING

• Roo� ng• Basement Finishing• Kitchen Remodeling• Bath Remodeling• Additions• Decks• Fencing• Painting• General Repairs

Licensed &Insured

CALL:770-771-2810

HOME REPAIR/REMODELING

GUTTERSBY LEE

5”-6” Seamless

Gutters

•Gutter Cleaning•Waterfall

Gutter Guards•Custom Colors

•Affordable Pricing•All Work Guaranteed•Quality Workmanship

•Seamless Construction770-885-6172

5% DISCOUNTWITH THIS AD

30 Years Experience

HANDYMANSOLUTIONS

BY HERNANDOAll Home

Remodeling Projects & General Repairs

Including:Light plumbing,

electrical & HVAC troubleshooting.

*Licensed & Insured*

[email protected]

Call fora Free

Estimate

HOME REPAIR/REMODELING

MAXX Home Handyman

ServiceAll Home

Remodeling Projects & Repairs* Free

Estimates

Services including: • Carpentry • Electric • Plumbing • Painting

Call David Kim today 404-542-2461

LANDSCAPING/LAWN CARE

***CALL TODAY!***For a Free Estimate

*Senior Citizen Discount

We offer 24 hourEmergency Service

•Licensed & Insured •Tree Service/Removal•Tree Pruning/Trimming•Stump Grinding/Removal

www.mandgtreeservice.com

LANDSCAPING/LAWN CARE

COUNTRY BOYTREE

REMOVAL

Expert Take Downs√ 20Years Experience√ Insured√ Free Estimates√ Stump Grinding

BucketTruck

Summer SeasonedOak

1/2 Cord - $1001 Cord - $190Delivered & Dumped

LICENSED

770-932-1751Cell 770-313-5751

PROTECT OUR PLANET

LANDSCAPING/LAWN CARE

M&M LawnMaintenance

All Types ofYard Work

* Lawns starting at $30

CALL770-780-9786

MIKE’S TREESERVICE

Experienced Tree Work 20+ Years

All Phases of Tree Work

- Tree Removal- Prunning- Stump Grinding- Wood Chipper References AvailableFree Estimate!

Made in USA

770-714-8250 770-271-7127

LANDSCAPING/LAWN CARE

SERENITYLAWN CARE• Any Lawn Work!

Including:Landscape Design using any materialTrimming & debris Clean Up

• Pressure Washing

Call:706-525-1881

POWER WASHING

PRESSURE WASHING

HOUSES STARTING AT $89

• Roof Cleaning• Black streaks

removed from roof• Mold & Mildew

removed from homes

• Drives-Walkways-Patios-Decks cleaned/sealed

• Gutters cleanedFor a FREE Estimate

CALL OR TEXT 404.886.3587

Established 1989252605-1 404-670-3087

All Major Credit Cards Accepted

FULL TIME

Driver* * * * * * * * * *

DEDICATED ACCOUNTNow Hiring

Regional DriversAverage $60K

Annually -New EquipmentBraselton, GA

* Great Home Time* Medical Plans &

401K Avail.CDL-A w/ 1 yr. T/T exp.

800-879-7826www.ruan.com/jobsDedicated to Diversity.

EOE* * * * * * * * * *

DRIVERDue to growth Ogden

Forklifts, Inc., a company that has been serving our

customers for over 50 years, we are looking

for an experienced Truck Driver. Candi-date must have valid driver’s license, CDL license, clean MVR, ability to communi-cate effectively both verbal & written; take directions. Compen-sation pkg. includes: Paid Health & Dental Insurance, vacation,

sick holiday pay, 401K & ESOP. Salary up to

$18/hr DOE. For consideration please email or fax

your resume to: hanko@ogdenfork

lifts.com Fax 404-696-0956

www.ogdenforklifts.com

DriverDUMP TRUCK

DRIVERDGI seeks an

Experienced Dump Truck Driver with

CDL for immediate interview and start, call 770-513-4558

PLUMBINGNOW HIRING

LICENSEDPLUMBERS ANDJOURNEYMENCOMMERCIAL

Top Pay. Local Work.770-985-8800

FULL TIME

DRIVER/WAREHOUSE

MANAGERCommercial HVAC company seeking

experienced driver/warehouse manager. Must have clean driv-ing record. No visible tattoos or piercings.

Benefits after 90 days continuous employ-

ment. Email resume to ljenkins@reliance

mechanicalinc.com

DRIVER/FIELDASSISTANT Track job site

readiness for utility installations. Valid GA DL with clean 7 year MVR reqd.

Drug free workplace. Benefits avail. after

90 days. Phone: 770-963-7760 ext.

218 Email:epm.consruction@

yahoo.com

MEDICAL

Willow Wood Nursing NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR• CNAs P/T & F/T• LPNS P/T & F/T• RNS P/T & F/T• RN Clinical

Nurse Manager 11-7 Shift

APPLY IN PERSON:4595 Cantrell Rd. Flowery Branch

Email Resumes to:jmilner@sterling-health

care.com

OR CALL: 770-967-2070

RESTAURANT

We are looking to fill all Front/Back of house

positions at our new store in Hamilton Mill!

We will be interviewing people from 10am-4pm Monday through Friday

during the month of May at the address

listed below. You can also apply online at www.wildwingcafe.

com or email resumes to hamiltonmill@

wildwingcafe.com 3509 Braselton Highway;

Suite F200;Dacula, GA 30019

FULL TIME

WAREHOUSE Barrow Industries, a leading fabric dis-tributor located in Su-wanee, is seeking FT Warehouse help. Must be able to lift 80+ lbs. Mon.-Fri.

Apply in person: 75 Crestridge Dr.

or fax to: 770-271-1663

PART-TIME

POOL MANAGER,LIFEGUARDS, CPO

National Pool Manage-ment Firm Seeking

Staff For 2015 Season. Our firm is currently recruiting and hiring

Lifeguards, Pool Man-agers, and Certified

Pool Operators for an Exclusive Club in the

John’s Creek area. Certification and previ-ous experience a plus, but not a requirement. Training is available.

Compensation up to $15.00 per hour!

Please respond with a resume, or a letter of in-terest to: Operations@poolmanagementinc.

com.

HOUSES FOR SALE

CONYERS, GA 30013

UNDER CONTRACT!PEMCO - HUD HOME

# 105-4375971316 White Oak Ct.Spacious 4BR/3BA

Ranch WithFull Finished Basement On A Cul-De-Sac Lot

With Your OwnBabbling Creek. INSURED W/

ESCROW$85,000 • EHOPeters RealtyProfessionals770-466-2885

www.petersrealty-professionals.com

HOUSES FOR SALE

EATONTON, GA

31024176 Twisting Hill Rd.

Beautiful Lake Front Property OnDeeded Lot! Inground SaltWater Pool,

Full UnfinishedBasement,

Detached 2 CarCarport, Front,

Back & Side Porches!4BR/4BA

$699,000EHO

Peters RealtyProfessionals770-466-2885

www.petersrealty-professionals.com

EATONTON, GA 31024

LAKE SINCLAIR!176 Twisting Hill Rd.

Beautiful Lake Front Property OnDeeded Lot! Inground SaltWater Pool,

Detached 2 CarCarport, Front/

Back & Side Porches!FULL UNFINISHED

BASEMENT4BR/4BA

$699,000EHO

Peters RealtyProfessionals770-466-2885

www.petersrealty-professionals.com

EATONTON,GA 31024

PENDING APPROVALPEMCO-HUD HOME

#105-768378141 Bearcreek Rd.

Amazing 4BR/2.5BAModular HomeOn .55 Acre Lot

INSURED w/ESCROW$87,600 • EHO

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www.petersrealty-professionals.com

0521_GDP_THU_CLASS_Classifieds 5/20/2015 5:26 PM Page B5

Denny Hamlin makes All-Star effort in CharlotteDenny Hamlin may not

have abided by the precise rules of re-starts when he got the edge on the final green flag and won the $1 million payday at the Charlotte Motor Speedway on Saturday night. But in the unusual Sprint All-Star Race format with so many variations on rules, why not a little hocus pocus by the race leader?

It might not have pleased runners-up Kevin Harvick and Kurt Busch, but a little trickery on re-starts is a time-honored racing tradition. It wasn’t as if

Hamlin did anything they themselves have not tried in the past (speeding up and slowing down, then taking off slightly early).

Perhaps there’s a more serious question on rules that should be asked.

Hamlin knew that once in the lead, his Joe Gibbs Rac-ing Toyota would be hard to catch and pass. So Hamlin took off to a relatively anti-climactic finish — unless one counts the fact it was the first win in the All-Star race for Hamlin, Gibbs and Toyota.

The current low down-force cars make overtaking mighty difficult on short runs once the leader is in

clean air. If the trademark of a good NASCAR race is last-lap showdowns, should the rules for the current Gen 6 cars be altered?

It was a weekend of rules changes elsewhere. The Indy Racing League altered its aerodynamic rules the morning of Sunday’s quali-fying for the Indy 500 after the third accident within three days where a car lifted off. In this case, the IRL’s efforts to introduce variety to its race cars backfired when teams found ways to gain speed that led to cars getting airborne. The idea was to get away from the spec chassis in favor of cars that look different from one

another — in other words ,to generate more fan inter-est in the sport.

Also, in the run-up to the Monaco Grand Prix, For-mula 1 announced radical changes to its cars in 2017 plus a return to mid-race refueling. The new cars will look jazzier and be faster. The new package is also part of an effort to generate more interest in F1 following two years of steady slippage in TV ratings in response to what was a radical change at the outset of the 2014 season to hybrid-powered, V-6 turbo cars.

Both the IRL and F1 have demonstrated the

perils of changing rules. It was a lesson that NASCAR learned with the Car of To-morrow — which may have been safer but came to be despised by fans. NASCAR had put a self-imposed deadline on the All-Star weekend for announcing further downforce reduc-tions in 2016, but those plans are at least on hold.

Hamlin’s runaway at Charlotte followed a similar finish to the preceding race at the Kansas Speedway, where Jimmie Johnson got away clean from Harvick due to a caution — as opposed to the formatted 10-lap shootout of the All-Star race.

Try as the organizers might, the Sprint All-Star event predictably missed the mark due to a final 10-lap shootout that wasn’t likely to produce many fire-works from the current low downforce cars. It seems all the teams knew the leader after the final pit stops would be the car to win.

Brad Keselowski even speeded purposefully on the pit road to beat Hamlin to the pit exit, thinking if he didn’t start first he wouldn’t win, potential penalties be damned. “I’d rather go down swinging than take a strike,” he said of a move that clearly irritated his own Penske Racing team.

By Jonathan IngramThe Sports Xchange