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BICENTENNIAL: Legacy of Newton’s ‘Jump Shot’ Jaynes lives on

From Newton County basketball star to women’s basketball advocate, Betty Faith Jaynes, locals mainly referred to her as “Betty Faith,” made an impact everywhere she went. Throughout her life, which lasted for 68 years from Sept. 1, 1945- Feb. 10, 2014, Jaynes took on a lot of roles to help make a difference not just in Newton County, but around the world.

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