Thursday, November 22, 2012
Georgia troopers will be conducting concentrated patrols and road checks across the state during the 102-hour Thanksgiving holiday travel period, which is now under way.
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Thursday, November 22, 2012
Georgia State Patrol troopers will be out in full force this Thanksgiving holiday travel period, on the look out for impaired drivers and other violations in an attempt to reduce the number of traffic accidents. “We know from past experience that speed, alcohol, and failing to use seat belts are the primary contributing factors in fatal crashes,” said Colonel Mark W. McDonough, commissioner of the Georgia Department of Public Safety, in a released statement. “By conducting concentrated patrols or holding roadchecks across the state, troopers, deputies and officers can intercept violators before they are involved in a serious traffic crash.” The holiday period began 6 p.m. Wednesday and ends at midnight Sunday, Nov. 25. Last year during a …
Keep an eye on traffic conditions and the best gas prices during the holiday weekend and beyond with the help of Dallas-Hiram Patch.
Will you be going over the river and through the woods to grandmother’s house for Thanksgiving? Are you planning to drive from store to store to find this weekend’s best deals? Or are you on the lookout for the best gas prices in town? Patch is here to help. Dallas-Hiram Patch’s Commute page allows users to get a live look at traffic maps for Paulding, Cobb or Douglas counties and beyond. And drivers looking to save some dough for the holiday shopping season—or at any time of the year—can visit the Commute page to find the best gas prices in Dallas, Hiram, Douglasville, Powder Springs or any city of their choice. You can keep up with all the news in Dallas and Hiram by subscribing to our free daily newsletter and breaking news alerts, …
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Enjoy music, exercise and Thanksgiving fun while helping fight poverty at MUST Ministries' 10th-annual Gobble Jog.
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Wednesday, November 21, 2012
This week's Cobb, Douglas and Paulding Weekend & Community Spotlight features the 10th Annual Gobble Jog by MUST Ministries. The road race on Thanksgiving morning raises money to fight poverty. This year’s theme, “It’s kind of a big deal,” heralds the Nov. 22 event that will hopefully attract 10,000 runners, building on last year’s 9,453 attendees. Proceeds from the race help MUST Ministries provide 34,000 individuals each year with food, shelter, education and employment opportunities, clothing and access to healthcare to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness and foster long-term change. Visit Patch's Event Calendar for more details on the Gobble Jog and how to register. Got a great event coming up in your community? Upload it onto …
Follow these suggested tips to avoid unwanted damage or theft to your home while traveling during the holidays.
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Wednesday, November 21, 2012
With the holiday travel season upon us, it is important to avoid advertising you are away on vacation. Some simple steps can help to ensure your home will be the way you left when you arrive back from your travels: Do you have any personal tips to add to the list? Tell us in the comments.
Friday, November 16, 2012
Want to warm up for Thanksgiving and support a good cause? Head to the North Cobb area this weekend for the 2012 Acworth Turkey Chase.
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Friday, November 16, 2012
This week's Cobb, Douglas and Paulding Weekend & Community Spotlight features a holiday themed event in the North Cobb area. The 4th Annual Acworth Turkey Chase 5K Fun Run and 2K Walk will be held this Saturday in Historic Downtown Acworth (5K Fun Run at 9 a.m., 2K Walk at 9:15 a.m., and Little Pilgrim Trot at 10 a.m.). Participants of all ages and abilities can walk, jog or run. Get a head start on that New Year's resolution to shed a few pounds. If you register on the day of the race, the cost is $30 for the timed run, $20 for the untimed fun run (ages 13 and up) and $10 for the untimed fun run (ages 6-12 years old). Kids who are 5 years old and younger participate for free. Got a great event coming up in your community? Upload it onto …
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Some simple ideas provide for an eco-friendly holiday for which everyone will be thankful.
Here are a handful of green Thanksgiving ideas that will save you money, reduce waste and provide a warm family holiday for everyone. Greening up the holidays can be creative, fun, and easy—if you know how. Let there be light. You can save energy and create a festive mood by illuminating your home and holiday table with candles. I recommend beeswax or soy candles. Try candles of varying heights and sizes. If you don’t have a lot of candle holders around the house, you can set votive or pillar candles on small dishes or saucers, or place candlesticks into a slightly hollowed out pumpkin or gourd—making a beautiful holiday decoration as well. Never leave burning candles unattended, especially with pets or small children at home. While you're…
A cheesy potato casserole and delicious cranberry sauce are sure to light up your Thanksgiving dinner table!
It’s time for Thanksgiving, my favorite time of the year! Not only do you get to see family, but the food is plentiful and delicious. If your family is anything like mine, there are multiple side dishes to choose from to accompany the all important turkey. Everything from green bean casserole to sweet potato pie has been served at our table and now, I would like to share some fantastic side dish recipes that may become a part of your Thanksgiving tradition. Ingredients Potato Casserole 3 lbs Red potatoes, sliced 1 lb Broccoli, chopped 1 10.75 oz can Cream of chicken 1 cup Sour cream ½ lb Ham, sliced 1 tsp Paprika 1 tsp Black pepper 1 tbsp Kosher salt 1 tsp Garlic powder 1 tsp Basil ½ cup Cheddar cheese, grated ½ cup Asiago, grated ½ cup …
Leave the canned pie filling in the pantry—we are doing this for real. Then let us know your favorite holiday recipes.
Thanksgiving is less than a month away, and it's time to get your menus lined up. To start with the finish, here's a pumpkin pie recipe to try. What are your favorite holiday recipes? Send them to jon.gargis@patch.com to share them with the Dallas-Hiram Patch community. Pie Filling 1 sugar pumpkin 3 eggs 1 egg yolk ½ cup dark brown sugar ½ cup sugar 1 tsp ground cloves 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp ground nutmeg ¼ tsp Allspice ½ tsp salt 1 12oz can evaporated milk Crust 1 ¼ cup all purpose flour ½ cup butter, cold and cut into small cubes ¼ tsp salt ¼ cup water Crust In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. On low speed with the paddle attachment, add the butter and mix until the mixture resembles large crumbs. Add …
