Happy Father's Day 2011

To all you fathers out there, happy Father's Day 2011.

My father passed in 1989, yet I think of him almost every day after 22 years. Fathers are our mentors, our disciplinarians, some times our pals, and the person who is our guiding light.

Please take a moment on Sunday to tell your father how much he means to you. That may mean a phone call or a visit. Just take the time to do it personally.

I'm proud to say that I am the son of Bill Wilbanks, the best dad in the whole world. And I had the privilege of growing up in a community that provided around 400 other pseudo-dads that helped shape my world. Though I'm biased about my dad, I imagine every son and daughter has the same feeling about their father.

Oh, and don't forget your mother either!

18th Annual Memorial Day in Dacula

Memorial Day begins early next Monday in historic downtown Dacula . For us in 2011, this day is a time to remember those who have died in military service for us. We are reminded that freedom is not free. We remember!

Please join us all day in Dacula for our celebration of those who serve and those who died in military service. Admission is free. Eats are sweet. Visit with your neighbors. Show we remember and love our land.

· Fun run and 5K race- starts at 8 AM

· Memorial Day Parade – starts at 10 AM

· Dacula Festival: 9 AM to 5 PM

See the memorial day website for additional information from the promoters.

Dacula: A treasure in time...on track for tomorrow.