Ingredients:
Cooking spray
1 cup prechopped onion
2/3 cup prechopped green bell pepper
1 tablespoon bottled minced garlic
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
1 pound pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (15-ounce) can pink beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup diced avocado
Directions:
Heat a small nonstick Dutch oven over medium-heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, and jalapeño to pan; sauté for 2 minutes. Add pork; cook 3 minutes. Add broth and next 6 ingredients (through tomatoes); bring to a boil. Partially cover, reduce heat, and simmer 6 minutes or until pork is done, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, and stir in cilantro. Serve with avocado.
Serves 4.
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Entries from October 2010
Johnson vigil a time for prayer
A vigil held in honor of murder victim Donna Ogletree Johnson drew a crowd of about 150 people to the Lamar County courthouse Sunday afternoon.
Those in attendance prayed for closure for the family and signed balloons which were released in Donna's memory. [Full story »]
Those in attendance prayed for closure for the family and signed balloons which were released in Donna's memory. [Full story »]
University system has detractors on both sides of the illegal divide
The Macon Telegraph
The state Board of Regents has dodged an illegal immigration bullet — for now. During its Wednesday meeting, the regents voted on recommendations not to allow illegal immigrants entry to the state’s public colleges and universities, but there is a big “if” included that has angered both proponents and opponents of the new directive. [Full story »]
The state Board of Regents has dodged an illegal immigration bullet — for now. During its Wednesday meeting, the regents voted on recommendations not to allow illegal immigrants entry to the state’s public colleges and universities, but there is a big “if” included that has angered both proponents and opponents of the new directive. [Full story »]
Pirates fall in last minute of play
The Pike Pirates traveled to Madison tonight to do battle with the Morgan County Bulldogs in a key region matchup.
11:51 2nd quarter. Morgan Co. 22-yard field goal. Bulldogs 3, Pirates 0.
4:22 2nd quarter. Raymond Tice 1-yard run for TD. Andrew Chau PAT. Pirates 7, Bulldogs 3.
8:03 2nd quarter. Morgan Co. 4-yard TD run. PAT no good. Bulldogs 9, Pirates 0.
11:23 3rd quarter. Morgan Co. 12-yard TD run. PAT good. Bulldogs 16, Pirates 7.
3:21 3rd quarter. Andrew Fortson 4-yard TD run. Bulldogs 16, Pirates 14.
2:56 4th quarter. Chau 47-yard field goal. Pirates 17, Bulldogs 16.
0:52 4th quarter. Morgan 35-yard TD reception. 2-point conversion good. Bulldogs 24, Pirates 17.
Final Bulldogs 24, Pirates 17. [Full story »]
11:51 2nd quarter. Morgan Co. 22-yard field goal. Bulldogs 3, Pirates 0.
4:22 2nd quarter. Raymond Tice 1-yard run for TD. Andrew Chau PAT. Pirates 7, Bulldogs 3.
8:03 2nd quarter. Morgan Co. 4-yard TD run. PAT no good. Bulldogs 9, Pirates 0.
11:23 3rd quarter. Morgan Co. 12-yard TD run. PAT good. Bulldogs 16, Pirates 7.
3:21 3rd quarter. Andrew Fortson 4-yard TD run. Bulldogs 16, Pirates 14.
2:56 4th quarter. Chau 47-yard field goal. Pirates 17, Bulldogs 16.
0:52 4th quarter. Morgan 35-yard TD reception. 2-point conversion good. Bulldogs 24, Pirates 17.
Final Bulldogs 24, Pirates 17. [Full story »]
Sheriff’s report
Between Monday, Oct. 4, and Sunday, Oct. 10, the sheriff’s office made the following arrests:
Emmanuel Camacho, hold for ICE;
Jorge Camacho, hold for ICE;
Michael Dwayne Davis, probation violation;
Demarris Terrell Dennis, criminal trespass and possession of marijuana;
Dontavis Ramon Dennis, criminal trespass, possession of less than an ounce of marijuana and disorderly conduct;
Lamar Dennis, criminal trespass and possession of marijuana;
Susan Renee Garrett, deposit account fraud and warrants;
Jose Antonio Giminez, driving without a license;
Kenneth Ashley Harris, child support warrant;
Larry Donald Helms, possession of marijuana;
Betty Jane Maldonado, child support contempt;
Shonda Evette Obarr, warrants pending;
Jon Ryan Pitts, contempt of court;
James Clarence Thomas, DUI, speeding and failure to maintain lane;
David Louis Williams, DUI and no taillight. [Full story »]
Emmanuel Camacho, hold for ICE;
Jorge Camacho, hold for ICE;
Michael Dwayne Davis, probation violation;
Demarris Terrell Dennis, criminal trespass and possession of marijuana;
Dontavis Ramon Dennis, criminal trespass, possession of less than an ounce of marijuana and disorderly conduct;
Lamar Dennis, criminal trespass and possession of marijuana;
Susan Renee Garrett, deposit account fraud and warrants;
Jose Antonio Giminez, driving without a license;
Kenneth Ashley Harris, child support warrant;
Larry Donald Helms, possession of marijuana;
Betty Jane Maldonado, child support contempt;
Shonda Evette Obarr, warrants pending;
Jon Ryan Pitts, contempt of court;
James Clarence Thomas, DUI, speeding and failure to maintain lane;
David Louis Williams, DUI and no taillight. [Full story »]
Cavaliers claim region
In just their second year of ICSGA competition, the CrossPointe Cavaliers won the eight man football South Region Championship Friday afternoon in their hardest fought game of the season against the Faith Christian Academy Lions of Griffin.
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Barn re-opens a year after fire
Everyone at Magnolia Farms is gearing up for the grand reopening of the equestrian center exactly one year after the old barn burned down.
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The Unchained Tour to stop here
A Novel Experience in downtown Zebulon will be the Oct. 16 stop on the statewide The Unchained Tour. Nationally renowned artists and performers are visiting ‘unchained’ independent bookstores across the state for The Moth Storytelling Network on National Public Radio.
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Little has a lot of love for Pirates football
Ethan Little always wanted to play football but couldn’t because of a neurological disorder. As a junior, he asked head coach John “Mac” McMillan if he could help the team and he has been on the sidelines ever since helping players and coaches.
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Vigil set for Sunday
A prayer vigil for murder victim Donna Ogletree Johnson will be held Sunday, Oct. 17 from 4-6 p.m. at the Lamar County courthouse. Johnson was tortured and killed in 1984. Her killers were never brought to justice.
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Doctoberfest sports fine ales
The beer snobs out there will want to study the menu for the Doctoberfest coming up October 23 in downtown Griffin.
Hours are 1-6 p.m. [Full story »]
Hours are 1-6 p.m. [Full story »]
Public Notices

Legal 414
Notice
To: Betty Jane Maldonado
By order of the court for service by publication, you are hereby notified that on April 27, 2009, Jamie Edward Moody filed suit against you for divorce and amended his complaint on July 30, 2009. You are required to file with the clerk of the Superior Court, and to serve upon plaintiff’s attorney Richard T. Bridges, 208 W Main Street, P. O. Box 881, Thomaston, GA 30286 an answer in writing within sixty (60) days of September 29, 2010.
Witness, the Honorable Tommy R. Hankinson, Judge, of Pike County Superior Court. This 22nd day of September, 2010.
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Legal 415
Notice
Georgia, Pike County
Probate Court
Wanda Kay Truitt has petitioned to be appointed Administrator of the estate of Terry Wayne Truitt, 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. §53-12-232. 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 October 25, 2010. All pleadings/objections must be signed 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 scheduled at a later date. If no objections are filed, the petition may be granted without a hearing.
/s/Lynn S. Brandenburg
Probate Judge
P.O. Box 324
Zebulon, GA 30295
770-567-8734
9/29, 10/6, 13, 20 gpn18
Legal 416
Notice
Georgia, Pike County
All debtors and creditors of the estate of Douglas Lidelle Roberson, deceased, late of Pike County, 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 27th day of September, 2010.
Mildred Hennon Roberson
Estate of
Douglas Lidelle Roberson
1096 Hwy. 18 W.
Molena, GA 30258
Mallory & Trice, LLP,
Attorneys
300 West Gordon Street
Thomaston, GA 30286
706-647-1842
10/6, 13, 20, 27 gpn7
Legal 417
Notice to Debtors and Creditors
All creditors of the Estate of Dian J. Lachance, deceased, late of Pike County, 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.
This 28th day of September, 2010.
Executor: Joy Ann Lachance
13988 Ga. Hwy. 109
Meansville, GA 30256
10/6, 13, 202, 27 gpn
Legal 418
Notice of Change of
Corporate Name
Notice is given that Amended Articles of Amendment which will change the name of The Friends of Pike County Animals Humane Society of Pike County, Inc. to The Friends of Pike County Animals Humane Society, Inc. will be delivered to the Secretary of State for filing in accordance with the Georgia Nonprofit Corporation Code. The registered office of the corporation will continue to be 94 Reeves Road, Meansville, Pike County, Georgia 30256 and the registered agent at such address will continue to be Donald L. Bailey, Jr.
Eugene W. Dabbs IV
Attorney for Corporation
329 South Hill Street
Griffin, Georgia 30224
10/6, 13 gpn6
Legal 441
Notice
Georgia, Pike County
Probate Court
Tanya Lynn Dooling-Long has petitioned to be appointed Administrator of the estate of Michical Allen Dooling, Jr., 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. §53-12-232. 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 November 1, 2010. All pleadings/objections must be signed 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 scheduled at a later date. If no objections are filed, the petition may be granted without a hearing.
/s/Lynn S. Brandenburg
Probate Judge
P.O. Box 324
Zebulon, GA 30295
770-567-8734
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Hilley
Gail Anderson Hilley, 53, of Molena, died Oct. 8, 2010. Services will be held Wednesday, Oct. 13, at 2 p.m., in Warm Springs City Cemetery.
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brooks conrad = epic fail
Conrad has cost the Braves two playoff games with his errors. If you are Bobby Cox, do you even let him sit in the dugout today?
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Spicy Chicken Sandwiches
Mayo:
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
Chicken:
1/4 cup egg substitute
3 tablespoons hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
4 1/2 ounces baked tortilla chips (about 6 cups)
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 (2-ounce) Kaiser rolls, split
12 (1/8-inch-thick) red onion slices
4 lettuce leaves
1. To prepare mayo, combine the first 4 ingredients.
2. To prepare chicken, combine egg substitute, hot sauce, oregano, and salt in a large zip-top plastic bag. Cut chicken breast halves in half horizontally to form 4 cutlets. Add chicken to bag; seal. Marinate in refrigerator 2 hours or up to 8 hours, turning bag occasionally.
3. Place tortilla chips in a food processor; process 1 minute or until ground. Place ground chips in a shallow dish.
4. Working with one cutlet at a time, remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Coat chicken completely in chips. Set aside. Repeat procedure with remaining chicken and chips.
5. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil to pan, swirling to coat. Add chicken to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned and done. Spread mayo evenly over cut sides of rolls. Layer bottom half of each roll with 3 onion slices, 1 lettuce leaf, and 1 chicken cutlet; top with top halves of rolls.
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1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
Chicken:
1/4 cup egg substitute
3 tablespoons hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
4 1/2 ounces baked tortilla chips (about 6 cups)
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 (2-ounce) Kaiser rolls, split
12 (1/8-inch-thick) red onion slices
4 lettuce leaves
1. To prepare mayo, combine the first 4 ingredients.
2. To prepare chicken, combine egg substitute, hot sauce, oregano, and salt in a large zip-top plastic bag. Cut chicken breast halves in half horizontally to form 4 cutlets. Add chicken to bag; seal. Marinate in refrigerator 2 hours or up to 8 hours, turning bag occasionally.
3. Place tortilla chips in a food processor; process 1 minute or until ground. Place ground chips in a shallow dish.
4. Working with one cutlet at a time, remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Coat chicken completely in chips. Set aside. Repeat procedure with remaining chicken and chips.
5. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil to pan, swirling to coat. Add chicken to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned and done. Spread mayo evenly over cut sides of rolls. Layer bottom half of each roll with 3 onion slices, 1 lettuce leaf, and 1 chicken cutlet; top with top halves of rolls.
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