“Stirring Up Success with a Southern Flavor” released Southern Gospel’s Randall Franks Co-Authors Ne
 Would you like to try a hunk of The Anchormen's Citrus Crown Cake? Or maybe sample some "It'' Be Joy" Mound Pie from Phil Cross? Or a slice of Libbi Perry Stuffle's Special Occasion Ham? Or perhaps you would rather have a big bowl of Bill Cosby's mouth watering bread pudding?
No matter what your taste, Stirring Up Success with a Southern Flavor, the Catoosa Citizen's for Literacy (CCL) new fundraising cookbook offers a variety of choices. Singer, musician, actor, writer and syndicated columnist for News Publishing Co. Randall Franks, "Officer Randy Goode" from TV's "In the Heat of the Night," co-authored the project with Shirley Smith welcoming 70 old and new celebrity friends from music, movies and television, to raise funds for Catoosa County's Shirley Smith Learning Center near Ringgold, Ga. and its programs.
 "I am excited that this year long labor of love is now available," he said. "Many of my old and new friends graciously donated recipes, words of encouragement and photos to help us raise funds for the Learning Center. There is so many facets to this book there is surely something for everyone to enjoy."
Franks, who serves as chairman of the Catoosa Citizens for Literacy (CCL) which coordinates the Learning Center, is a solo performer that achieved a top twenty selling southern gospel release "Handshakes and Smiles" in 1990. Franks also performed with the Marksmen, Jeff and Sheri Easter and The Lewis Family.
Southern gospel artists who shared their favorite dishes include The Anchormen, Phil Cross, The Lewis Family, The Marksmen, The Perrys, and Lulu Roman. Country gospel singer Cristy Lane and and contemporary Christian artist Sammy Ward are also included.
Stars from Dennis Weaver to Donna Douglas share their favorite recipes for literacy."Literacy provides the greater opportunity of expression of oneself - one's thoughts, feelings, ideas, beliefs, and convictions," Douglas said." Hopefully it encourages clarity in communication with others." Southern Gospel chart topper Libbi Perry Stuffle of the Perrys found herself with a fourth grade reading level while attending ninth grade. She chose to take reading classes despite peer pressure to make a difference in her life. "Reading is used in every area of our lives," she said. "It is a very important thing to know how to do." Hee-Haw star and Dove award winner Lulu Roman dedicates much of her energy to helping young children who face life without parents. "Learning is knowing you can be secure in your ability to survive," she said. "This is so important as reading is a must. Knowledge is power, power is security, security is absolute to helping others grow in love and care. God's care! Reading God's word is life."
As a major child actress in Hollywood, Gigi Perreau touched millions with her performances in countless movie classics. She now dedicates her career to sharing with children.
"As a former child star, I am finding my career as a drama teacher gives me a wonderful opportunity to give back, and encourage my students to read a great deal," she said. "I explain that 'the more you read, the better prepared you are to create diverse characters." Other nationally known Catoosa celebrities lending a hand include baseball legend Rick Honeycutt, and country entertainer James Rogers.
The Learning Center offers free GED, general education development, classes. The $55 test fee is free to Catoosa County residents who take a minimum of 12 hours of GED instruction and remain in class until ready to take the test. Reading and math tutoring are available. Free childcare and free transportation are available. ESL, English as a Second Language, classes and parenting classes are offered. Smith, who is Learning Center executive director, is enthusiastic about the release of the new cookbook. "We have over 300 recipes from not only the celebrities but from the students, teachers, volunteer, supporters and CCL taskforce members which help keep good things happening at the Learning Center," she said. "The book tells the story of the Learning Center and many of its student success stories. In addition, thanks to the extensive work of Randall and the staff members from The Catoosa County News, the book is a wonderful keepsake featuring photographs, history, sights and happenings which everyone will want to make a part of their family keepsakes."Stirring Up Success with a Southern Flavor is available for $19.95 plus $4 postage and handling at etrecordshop.com or by sending $23.95 to Randall Franks, P.O. Box 42, Tunnel Hill, Ga. 30755 or The Catoosa Citizens for Literacy 36 Muscogee Trail Ringgold, Ga. 30736.
Other participants:
Country artists sharing a favorite recipe include Tracy Byrd, Jeff Carson, Johnny Counterfit, Joe Diffie, Faith Hill, Alan Jackson, Pee Wee King, Tracy Lawrence, Tim McGraw, Anne Murray, Buck Owens, Dolly Parton, Charley Pride, Ramblin' "Doc" Tommy Scott, Jeannie Seely, Stella., Randy Travis, Ernest Tubb and Jett Williams. Bluegrass artists include David Davis and the Warrior River Boys, Doug Dillard, Charlie "Peanut" Faircloth, Jim and Jesse, Rarely Herd, Mike Scott, Curly Seckler, Larry Stephenson Band and White Oak Mountain Band, Actors and actresses include Dan Biggers, Bill Cosby, Rebecca Holden, Norma Moore, Annette O'Toole, Bill Oberst, Jr., Gigi Perreau, Branscombe Richmond, Sonny Shroyer, and Sheb Wooley.
Performers lending their image to the project include singers Brooks and Dunn, Ray Charles, and actors Scott Bakula, Morgan Freeman, Eddie Murphy and Denzel Washington. United States First Ladies adding a favorite taste are Barbara Bush, Rosalynn Carter, Lady Bird Johnson and Nancy Reagan. Georgia First Ladies taking part are Mary Perdue, Marie Barnes and Shirley Carver Miller.
Some other state or national leaders participating are U.S. Congressman Nathan Deal, U.S. Senator Zell Miller, Former Georgia Governor Roy Barnes, Georgia State Rep. Ron Forster, NAACP President Kweisi Mfume and President George Bush, Astronaut Story Musgrave and Olympic Gold Medalist Mary Lou Retton.
“Stirring Up Success with a Southern Flavor” released Southern Gospel’s Randall Franks Co-Authors Ne
Would you like to try a hunk of The Anchormen's Citrus Crown Cake? Or maybe sample some "It'' Be Joy" Mound Pie from Phil Cross? Or a slice of Libbi Perry Stuffle's Special Occasion Ham? Or perhaps you would rather have a big bowl of Bill Cosby's mouth watering bread pudding?
No matter what your taste, Stirring Up Success with a Southern Flavor, the Catoosa Citizen's for Literacy (CCL) new fundraising cookbook offers a variety of choices. Singer, musician, actor, writer and syndicated columnist for News Publishing Co. Randall Franks, "Officer Randy Goode" from TV's "In the Heat of the Night," co-authored the project with Shirley Smith welcoming 70 old and new celebrity friends from music, movies and television, to raise funds for Catoosa County's Shirley Smith Learning Center near Ringgold, Ga. and its programs.
"I am excited that this year long labor of love is now available," he said. "Many of my old and new friends graciously donated recipes, words of encouragement and photos to help us raise funds for the Learning Center. There is so many facets to this book there is surely something for everyone to enjoy."
Franks, who serves as chairman of the Catoosa Citizens for Literacy (CCL) which coordinates the Learning Center, is a solo performer that achieved a top twenty selling southern gospel release "Handshakes and Smiles" in 1990. Franks also performed with the Marksmen, Jeff and Sheri Easter and The Lewis Family.
Southern gospel artists who shared their favorite dishes include The Anchormen, Phil Cross, The Lewis Family, The Marksmen, The Perrys, and Lulu Roman. Country gospel singer Cristy Lane and and contemporary Christian artist Sammy Ward are also included.
Stars from Dennis Weaver to Donna Douglas share their favorite recipes for literacy."Literacy provides the greater opportunity of expression of oneself - one's thoughts, feelings, ideas, beliefs, and convictions," Douglas said." Hopefully it encourages clarity in communication with others." Southern Gospel chart topper Libbi Perry Stuffle of the Perrys found herself with a fourth grade reading level while attending ninth grade. She chose to take reading classes despite peer pressure to make a difference in her life. "Reading is used in every area of our lives," she said. "It is a very important thing to know how to do." Hee-Haw star and Dove award winner Lulu Roman dedicates much of her energy to helping young children who face life without parents. "Learning is knowing you can be secure in your ability to survive," she said. "This is so important as reading is a must. Knowledge is power, power is security, security is absolute to helping others grow in love and care. God's care! Reading God's word is life."
As a major child actress in Hollywood, Gigi Perreau touched millions with her performances in countless movie classics. She now dedicates her career to sharing with children.
"As a former child star, I am finding my career as a drama teacher gives me a wonderful opportunity to give back, and encourage my students to read a great deal," she said. "I explain that 'the more you read, the better prepared you are to create diverse characters." Other nationally known Catoosa celebrities lending a hand include baseball legend Rick Honeycutt, and country entertainer James Rogers.
The Learning Center offers free GED, general education development, classes. The $55 test fee is free to Catoosa County residents who take a minimum of 12 hours of GED instruction and remain in class until ready to take the test. Reading and math tutoring are available. Free childcare and free transportation are available. ESL, English as a Second Language, classes and parenting classes are offered. Smith, who is Learning Center executive director, is enthusiastic about the release of the new cookbook. "We have over 300 recipes from not only the celebrities but from the students, teachers, volunteer, supporters and CCL taskforce members which help keep good things happening at the Learning Center," she said. "The book tells the story of the Learning Center and many of its student success stories. In addition, thanks to the extensive work of Randall and the staff members from The Catoosa County News, the book is a wonderful keepsake featuring photographs, history, sights and happenings which everyone will want to make a part of their family keepsakes."Stirring Up Success with a Southern Flavor is available for $19.95 plus $4 postage and handling at etrecordshop.com or by sending $23.95 to Randall Franks, P.O. Box 42, Tunnel Hill, Ga. 30755 or The Catoosa Citizens for Literacy 36 Muscogee Trail Ringgold, Ga. 30736.
Other participants:
Country artists sharing a favorite recipe include Tracy Byrd, Jeff Carson, Johnny Counterfit, Joe Diffie, Faith Hill, Alan Jackson, Pee Wee King, Tracy Lawrence, Tim McGraw, Anne Murray, Buck Owens, Dolly Parton, Charley Pride, Ramblin' "Doc" Tommy Scott, Jeannie Seely, Stella., Randy Travis, Ernest Tubb and Jett Williams. Bluegrass artists include David Davis and the Warrior River Boys, Doug Dillard, Charlie "Peanut" Faircloth, Jim and Jesse, Rarely Herd, Mike Scott, Curly Seckler, Larry Stephenson Band and White Oak Mountain Band, Actors and actresses include Dan Biggers, Bill Cosby, Rebecca Holden, Norma Moore, Annette O'Toole, Bill Oberst, Jr., Gigi Perreau, Branscombe Richmond, Sonny Shroyer, and Sheb Wooley.
Performers lending their image to the project include singers Brooks and Dunn, Ray Charles, and actors Scott Bakula, Morgan Freeman, Eddie Murphy and Denzel Washington. United States First Ladies adding a favorite taste are Barbara Bush, Rosalynn Carter, Lady Bird Johnson and Nancy Reagan. Georgia First Ladies taking part are Mary Perdue, Marie Barnes and Shirley Carver Miller.
Some other state or national leaders participating are U.S. Congressman Nathan Deal, U.S. Senator Zell Miller, Former Georgia Governor Roy Barnes, Georgia State Rep. Ron Forster, NAACP President Kweisi Mfume and President George Bush, Astronaut Story Musgrave and Olympic Gold Medalist Mary Lou Retton.
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