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City apps keeping residents informed JC Now! app ‘pushing’ timely information through smartphones By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – City residents can now download new apps that will allow them to instantly receive emergency bulletins from the city or report situations for Public Works to “fix” right away. “It’s a way for the city to be proactive and interactive with its citizens using the latest technology,” said Senior Communications Manager Rosemary Taylor. “We, along

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Johns Creek girls aiming for two firsts Winning record, state playoffs are goals By MIKE BLUM news@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The Johns Creek girls’ basketball team came into the 2014-15 season with realistic hopes of doing two things none of the school’s previous five teams have done – finish the season with a winning record and a berth in the state tournament. The Gladiators have the

talent to accomplish both goals, with the team’s biggest obstacle the region in which it competes. Region 6-AAAAAA includes two of the state’s top teams – South Forsyth (11-1) and North Forsyth (11-0) – and three other teams (West Forsyth, Chattahoochee and Centennial) are a combined 22-7, with most of the seven losses against North, South or each

other. Overall, the 10 region teams are 30-8 against outside opponents, Going into the Westminster holiday tournament, which begins Saturday, Johns Creek was 6-5, 3-4 in region play. The Gladiators began the season with four straight wins and were 5-1 before suffering four consecutive losses to four of the top five teams in the region standings. Johns Creek snapped the

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Download the apps To get JC Now! and the Fix It apps free, go the Apple App Store or Google Play. with the city of Decatur, are the only cities that have a service like this.” Johns Creek Now! is the first smartphone application

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Portion of Parsons closing for 9 months JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Parsons Road – from Hampstead Way to Stonegrove Overlook – in Johns Creek will be closed starting Jan. 5 for up to nine months while crews replace the aging Parsons Road bridge over Johns Creek. The bridge is about .9 miles west of Medlock Bridge Road and Ga. 141. “We know this will be a big inconvenience for many people, but the bridge has to be replaced for safety,” said Public Works Director Tom Black. “It is 50 years old and is in its last years of functionality. We will work as hard and as diligently as we can to finish the project at the earliest possible time. Closing both lanes at the same time should help speed completion of the project.” Residents and commuters should consider alternative routes, such as Abbotts Bridge Road. Fulton County Schools and emergency agencies have been alerted and have planned for the closure. The replacement bridge will be wider and will include a 10-foot-wide trail on one side and a 5-foot-wide sidewalk on the other side. The existing bridge has no room for pedestrians or bicyclists.

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CUMMING, Ga. — Four armed suspects dressed in black broke into a man’s home, moved around mattresses and tied up the resident, according to Cumming Police. A man from the 100 block of Summer Lane told officers he was home alone at about 6:30 p.m. Dec. 26 while his wife and her friend ran errands. After he locked up the garage, the man said he went to the bathroom then into the kitchen to wash his hands. While standing at the sink, the man said he heard someone behind him. He turned around and saw a gun pointed at him along with four people dressed in black. It is unknown if they were men or women. They reportedly knocked the victim uncon-

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Businesses broken into JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Three businesses were the victims of someone breaking in over the weekend of Dec. 12-15. All businesses are located at 6300 Hospital Parkway. Over the weekend of

scious. “Four people broke in but didn’t take anything,” said Lt. Bryan Zimbardi, with Cumming Police. “They broke in and adjusted two mattresses.” Nothing was reported stolen from the home. Zimbardi said the victim was tied up naked in his front yard. His hands were tied with a bungee cord, with his shirt over his head and pants around his ankles. Zimbardi said police determined the victim had tied himself up and his story was “nonsensical.” Police are not looking for suspects.

Alpharetta for DUI. ►► Valerie Herrera, 31, of Bryson Lane, Alpharetta, was arrested Dec. 14 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Alexis Ariel Lopez, 22, of Lawrenceville was arrested Dec. 14 on Mansell Road in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Arturo Espejel Cruz, 31, of Lake Union Hill Way, Alpharetta, was arrested Dec. 13 on Henderson Place in

Alpharetta for DUI, open container and no license. ►► Charles Alden Cole, 52, was arrested Dec. 17 on Cogburn Road in Milton for DUI and speeding.

Dec. 12-15, someone used prying tools to force open the front doors of the businesses. One business reported someone broke in and rummaged through drawers, taking $300 cash as well as three IPad 2s, each valued at $500. A business next door told police someone broke in through the front doors and pried open several locked drawers in the office. Nothing was reported missing. A third business reported someone tried to get in through the front doors but failed. One employee said, as they were

leaving Saturday, they saw a man loitering in the parking lot. This man was described as 45-50 years old, wearing glasses and driving a maroon SUV with a handicap tag.

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CLARIFICATION Election costs: The Dec. 31 article on the cost of holding a special election in Johns Creek compared the costs to the city’s 2014 special elections for both May and its July runoff. The 2014 special election costs were reported as $205,000, but the actual price tag totaled only $17,524. The figure was low because the election and the runoff were held on the same days as the statewide general primary and runoff. The $205,000 figure was the cost of the 2013 general election (both election and runoff), which the mayor and city manager used for comparison because that figure is more comparable to what the cost of a 2015 special election would be without a statewide race to lessen the expense. However, an Atlanta special election does reduce the city’s projected cost of a 2015 election and runoff (if needed) to around $88,000 and $66,000, respectively, if the City Council decides to hold them.

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Blotter: Continued from Page 2 Victims told police they were parked at the boat ramp to do fishing. At about noon, the vehicles parked. When the owners returned about 2 p.m., windows in both vehicles were smashed. One victim reported the glove box was rummaged through but nothing was taken. The other victim reported a case containing an IPad, wifi hotspot and charger was taken from the passenger side floorboard.

Employee steals cash, candy MILTON, Ga. – A Kohls employee was dismissed and charged with theft and drug charges after she was allegedly seen stealing from the register and taking items from the store. The employee, Briana Renee Wilson, 19, was initially suspected after money turned up missing Dec. 23 at her till. A look of surveillance video allegedly showed her take $180 in cash and pocket it. She was also seen taking a candy bar from its shelf and eating it without paying for it. The next day, she was again spotted taking money - $140 –

from the till. She allegedly admitted to the thefts as well as taking a purse, four other candy bars and a candle. In her purse was found a baggie of marijuana.

way about noon after employees said they saw Nicholas Martin Shaver, 24, and Alexander Dillard, 22, walk up to the trading card shelf and select several “Yu-Gi-Oh” trading cards. The pair allegedly removed the cards from their packaging and tried to leave the store. They were stopped by employees. The men were charged with shoplifting. Dillard was additionally charged with possession of marijuana after a baggie was found in his pocket.

Gas spill at Costco CUMMING, Ga. — While a gas truck was refueling a gas station, the truck moved and spilled gasoline onto the ground, according to a Cumming Police incident report. As about 6:30 a.m. Dec. 24, a manager of Costco, 1211 Bald Ridge Marina Road, told officers the driver of a gasoline truck pulled in to refuel the gas station. The manager said the driver decided to move the truck during the refueling, which caused the line to come loose. He said about 5 to 10 gallons of gasoline spilled onto the ground, and fire department officials were able to attend to the clean up properly.

Obscene sign glued to windshield CUMMING, Ga. — Someone glued a sign that read “so gay” onto a man’s car, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. A man in the 1000 block of Thornborough Drive told deputies he parked his 2014 Lexus IS250 in his townhouse subdivision at midnight Dec. 20. When he woke up at about 8:30 a.m. the next morning, he said he went outside and found a plastic sign with the offensive phrase glued to his back windshield. Deputies said the sign was connected a suction cup, which appeared to have been glued to the back of the windshield.

Gotta catch them all? MILTON, Ga. – Two men were arrested Dec. 22 after allegedly trying to steal trading cards. One had marijuana on him at the time. Police were called to the Walmart on Windward Park-

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Officer Bryan Shea named Officer of Quarter JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The Johns Creek Police Department has named Officer Bryan Shea, a Johns Creek native, as Officer of the Quarter for his ability to balance professionalism with humanity. Police Chief Ed Densmore said Shea has the ability to establish rapport with people and still maintain his professionalism. Densmore cited an email from a citizen who complimented Shea for his conduct even as he gave the citizen a ticket. “Bryan takes the time to explain to people what’s happening,” Densmore said. “He’s more about the service. He is showing exceptional judgment in dealing with people while still performing his job, which doesn’t always make people happy. It takes a lot to write somebody a ticket and still get an ‘attaboy’ out of it.” Shea graduated from Chattahoochee High School and attended Truett-McConnell College. Upon graduation, he joined the Atlanta Police Department in 2003 where he performed a variety of duties, including serving in uniform patrol, the Community Oriented Police division and on a burglary task force. He joined

Johns Creek Police Officer Bryan Shea has been named Officer of the Quarter for his professionalism, performance and sense of service. the Johns Creek Police Department in 2010. Shea, a former mixed martial arts fighter, also helps train fellow officers in defensive tactics. Shea said receiving the Officer of the Quarter honor is rewarding, especially since it was based on public feedback. “I like being a police officer because I get a lot of satisfaction from helping people,” Shea said. “I have an attachment to this community. I grew up here. I want to see Johns Creek be safe like it was for me.”

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ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Labor announced that metro Atlanta’s unemployment rate for November was 6.5 percent, down five-tenths of a percentage point from 7.0 percent in October. The rate in November of last year was also 7.0 percent. The state rate is 7.2 percent. The rate fell as new jobs were added and new layoffs, as measured by initial unemployment insurance claims, dropped. Metro Atlanta added 17,800 new jobs in November, pushing the total to 2,506,400, up 0.7 percent, from 2,488,600 in October. Most of the growth came in trade, transportation and warehousing, which gained 13,800 jobs, primarily because of holiday hiring. Other increases came in education and health services and gov-

ernment, 1,300 each; financial services, 1,200; manufacturing, 600; and information services. There was an over-the-year gain of 59,600 jobs, or 2.4 percent, from 2,446,800 in November 2013. This was the largest November-to-November growth since 2006, when there were 66,200 jobs created. Most of the job growth came in trade, transportation and warehousing, 24,200; professional and business services, 13,300; leisure and hospitality, 7,100; financial services, 5,700; manufacturing, 3,300; construction, 2,900; education and health services, 2,300; local government, 1,500; and information services, 700. Georgia ranks fifth among states in job creation. The national unemployment rate is 5.8 percent for November. —Jonathan Copsey

Price appoints local student to Air Force Academy By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Rivers Academy senior Georgia Sims has been appointed to the U.S. Air Force Academy by U.S. Rep. Tom Price (R-Ga.). Sims earned one of 40 appointments by Price for students to attend the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Merchant Marines Academy or the U.S. Air Force Academy. Sims said that after a trip to Normandy, France on the 65th anniversary of D-Day, she began to “yearn to be to a part of something bigger than myself, someone who works toward the betterment of others.” Having been a competitive swimmer since she was 8, Sims began searching for a college that would provide her with athletic, leadership and academic opportunities. In October, Sims traveled to the Air Force Academy and met with the academy’s swim team and coaching staff. She said she “instantly felt at home.” “After a great deal of research, I realized the United States Air Force Academy would provide me with an academic and leadership path that would prepare me to serve our country,” she said. After deciding that the AFA would fit her collegiate desires, Sims sent a copy of her resume, test scores and two

Rivers Academy senior Georgia Sims was appointed by U.S. Rep. Tom Price to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy. essays to Price in the hopes that he would appoint her. In November, Sims received an official appointment to the Class of 2019 at the AFA. “I can honestly say that my dreams of swimming in a Division I program and attending a wonderful school are coming true,” she said. “I am so thankful to my friends, family and the supportive faculty at Rivers Academy for helping me along the way. I have always known that God has a plan for me and I am so excited for the next part of this journey.” Sims will be seeking a career in the medical field.

the city created in-house to send “push notifications” from the city. Residents who download the app receive instant notification of major traffic issues, inclement weather or other major events in a much more timely fashion. “Push notifications are similar to text messages, but are much shorter – up to 256 bytes. Text messages can result in usage fees, but push notifications use just a tiny burst of a smartphone user’s data; something that all smartphone users already pay for,” said Johns Creek Geographic Information Systems Manager Nick O’Day. This new communication tool also gives the user access to all city interactive maps, news articles, council meeting agendas, social media and contact information. “Johns Creek is very tightly engaged with its public, and vice versa. To keep that civic engagement strong, we need to continue to take advantage of technology that Johns Creek is offering the lets us be more timely and public two new apps that effective,” Taylor said. allow residents to receive or A version of JC Now! send timely information over won first place at the July their smartphones. 2014 Esri International User Conference in San Diego, a conference of over 16,000 self-described “geogeeks” in“This enables citizens to volved in the GIS industry. help us keep up with various “Thousands of GIS experts issues in a timely manner,” from around the world – said City Manager Warren including the CEO of Esri Hutmacher. “People can make – took notice of how we used a report on the spot while free/open source technolthey’re thinking of it. It’s an ogy to create a useful app for easy way for citizens to report Johns Creek,” O’Day said. problems, and it assists us in JC Now! is the first of ensuring a good quality of life three smartphone apps Johns in Johns Creek.” Creek is rolling out. Registration is required, The second is the “Fix but reports can be made anonIt” app, which is also availymously. The app also allows able now people to see and allows where other users to alert reports have the Public been made, Works Deand view and partment of post comproblems on ments. When Johns Creek the problem streets. is addressed, If there is a customer a fire hyservice repredrant flowing, sentative will debris in the send an email street or a to the reportpothole that ing citizen. needs repair, Both of a resident can these apps WARREN HUTMACHER take a smart- City Manager are free and phone photo in Apple or and send that Android foralong with the mats. message to Fix It. A third app is in the Residents can also report works from the Johns Creek litter, illegal signs and other Police Department and will be issues directly to the city’s available later in the year. Customer Service DepartThis one will allow ment. The app allows a resiresidents to receive or request dent to write a description or police reports, receive missing comment and take a photo to persons bulletins and other attach to the report. important police notifications.

It’s an easy way for citizens to report problems, and it assists us in ensuring a good quality of life in Johns Creek.”

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employees Lisa Whitney, Patti Rice, Amy Richards and Abbe Poline. The U.S. Marine Corps Reserves have been sponsoring Toys for Tots for more than 50 years.

CONWAY, S.C. – Steven W. Whitaker, a sophomore majoring in management from Alpharetta, was among more than 1,600 students at Coastal Carolina University who made the spring 2014 Dean’s List. To qualify for the Dean’s List, freshmen must earn a 3.25 grade point average and upperclassmen must earn a 3.5 grade point average.

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Malone University CANTON, Ohio – Tyson Hawley of Cumming earned a bachelor’s degree in communication arts from Malone University at its 122nd commencement exercises on Saturday, May 3.

Bob Jones University GREENVILLE, S.C. – Cumming resident Meagan Jones was among the nearly 800 students who graduated from Bob Jones University following the spring 2014 term. Jones graduated with a degree in business. In addition, Corey Turner of Alpharetta, Kyle Turner of Alpharetta and John Gaal of Cumming each earned Dean’s List recognition at Bob Jones for achieving at least a 3.0 grade point average for spring 2014 term.

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Be thankful for a New Year It was after the first few months of battle in World War I that on Dec. 25, 1914 – Christmas Day – both German and Allied forces paused in their trenches and bloodshed. They lay aside their weapons for one day and met in the no-man’s land between the two sides, exchanging gifts and well-wishes. They even reportedly played a game of soccer. The next day they were back on the job, but for one day, something bigger than armies, nations or ideals ruled those men – thankfulness. To a cynic, the world is often (read: always) filled with bloodshed and battle. Somewhere, someone is harming someone else. For fun, retribution, war, ideals, ethnicity, what-have-you. There are as many reasons for harm as there are people in the world to commit harm. But sometimes, the people of the world take a moment to pause, take stock of what they have and be happy for it. Family, friends, work, health. There are many reasons to be thankful. During the holiday season, Christians focus on Christmas as their moment to reflect. It’s not just a time to be thankful of gifts received, but also of gifts given and of what you have. For those men in the trenches of France one hundred years ago, they didn’t care about the gifts. They didn’t care they didn’t know those men around them. They all knew they were a long way from home and thankful to have a lull in the horrendous fighting.

Another proposed JC special election already? My how time flies, it seems like just four months ago we had a JC special election. Oh, that’s right, we did. To summarize: We can spend $200,000 (more or less – probably more) for another special election (March 2015) to have more politicians or spend zero and add none. Is there even a question here? No money to add politicians for eleven (11) months. Check. Next question. Oh, but the cry for “full representation” (whatever that means) is heard in some quarters. Let’s do the quick “representation” math for the typical JC resident: • Johns Creek City Council: 5 members (2 more in Nov. 2015) • Fulton County Commissioner: 1 representative • State House: 1 representative • State Senate: 1 representative • Federal House: 1 representative • Federal Senate: 2 representatives • President: 1 representative • Ga Constitutional Officers: 8 representatives (governor, lt. governor, secretary of state, attorney general, school superintendent., commissioners of labor, insurance and agriculture.

Forgetting the non-partisan elections, the prosecutors and court house folks and probably others that are representing me in some fashion, the quick count is that I have 20 people (minimum) representing me at the federal, state and local levels. For the record, I feel fully and completely represented and don’t feel cheated in the slightest. As for the need for a $200,000 special JC election in March to add two more and run up my personal “representation” tally to 22. No thanks, I’m good at 20. With the addition of Steve Broadbent and Bob Gray, I’m very comfortable and feel confident we can somehow muddle through the next 11 months no worse for the wear and $200,000 to the positive. Besides being the right vote, a no vote presents an early political Christmas gift to each council member as it showcases fiscal restraint while at the same time not diluting their own voting power. –J. Robb Cruser, Johns Creek (Editor’s note: Fulton County Elections Chief Dwight Brower has said a Johns Creek special election would cost around $66,000, about 30 percent of the $205,000 the city has suggested the cost would be.)

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Focus on where you are, not where you want to be. Focus on who you are with, not who you want to be with. As I write this there is a lot of fighting in the world. Ukraine, Syria, Iraq, Israel and so many more. Who knows what more 2015 will bring? Don’t focus on that. The trick is to focus on what you have, not what you don’t have. Focus on where you are, not where you want to be. Focus on who you are with, not who you want to be with. Be thankful, because, hey; it could be worse. It could always be a lot worse. After all, if at the height of the First World War, two opposed armies can come together and be thankful for what they have in peace, even for a short time, can’t anyone? Here’s to a New Year, with new hopes and promises of a better future.

Evie is the first child for parents Emory and Katie Strother of Alpharetta.

Northside-Forsyth’s first 2015 baby born at 10 a.m. CUMMING, Ga. — Northside Hospital-Forsyth proudly announced its first baby of 2015 was born at 10:19 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 1. Everley “Evie” Elizabeth Strother weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce and was 19.75 inches long. Mom and baby are doing well. Parents are Emory and Katie Strother of Alpharetta. Baby Evie is their first child. It was about an hour after Evie was born, when the proud parents realized that

they were first to deliver on New Year’s Day. “It was fun; it made a special experience more exciting,” said Katie Strother. The family went home on Jan. 4. When asked if they were ready to take their new baby home for the first time, Emory said that that they were “a little nervous, but were excited.” “Our plans are just to hang out and get to know and love this little one and

see what she turns into,” said Katie Strother. “We’re taking it one day at a time and trying not to stress about it.” Emory and Katie celebrated their second anniversary on Dec. 29, 2014. They moved from Chicago to Alpharetta, where Katie’s family lives, about six months ago. Katie works for Alpharettabased Cartiva Inc.; Emory is a strategy and operations consultant.

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Former ‘Hooch cross country champ going pro Pursuing professional cycling career By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Chattahoochee High School graduate Austin Ulich is pursuing a professional cycling career after a recurring injury ended his successful cross country and track and field career. Ulich was the 2010 cross country state champion and 2011 state champion in the 3,200 meter during his time at Chattahoochee High School. He broke multiple school records and was awarded the Ryan Boslet Scholarship, which is given to a Chattahoochee varsity letterman who exemplifies outstanding character, high integrity and a strong sense of team spirit. This was made even more impressive by the fact that Ulich did not begin competitive track and cross country until he was a freshman in high school. He signed a letter of intent to join the cross country and track and field teams of the University of Georgia upon his graduation. The future was looking bright for Ulich, but under the surface of success was a recurring injury that would put his running career in jeopardy. Ulich was suffering from a recurring stress fracture in his left tibia. “Every time I got back into [running competitively], I would end up with a broken leg again. It was extremely frustrating,” said Ulich. “I wanted so badly to compete, but my own ambition to succeed was holding me back.”

The ambition to succeed and compete caused Ulich to continually have problems with his tibia during his time at Chattahoochee and UGA. During a stint where he was unable to compete due to injury, Ulich attended the Athens Twilight Criterium, a cycling event featuring a professional 80K race that occurs annually in Athens. After attending the race, Ulich was hooked. “When I attended the Twilight Criterium, I could tell it was what I wanted to do,” he said. “The frustration of my injury and the excitement of seeing [the race] made me want to begin cycling.” Given the amount of success Ulich had encountered in only a short time running competitively, it was a difficult decision; but after his sophomore year, Ulich quit the UGA cross country and track and field teams to pursue cycling. “Running and cycling have similarities, but in the end they are so different it’s hard to even compare. But I found my passion in cycling. What I’m really after, whether it’s running or cycling, is competition. I love to compete and achieve goals I set for myself,” he said. Austin’s parents, Mary and Bob Ulich, said they fully supported Austin’s switch from running to cycling. “We wanted him to be happy, and he was in college, so we trusted him to make that decision,” said Mary Ulich. “We were excited that he was pursuing a passion, as he clearly loved cycling more than running. He loved the competing and challenging himself to get better and to learn something at each race too, so it has turned into more than that.

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‘One Slight Hitch’: GET’s homage to romantic comedy ‘Daily Show’s’ Lewis Black turns satiric wit on mother of the bride By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET) opens the New Year with the romantic comic romp “One Slight Hitch” by Lewis Black, best known for his epic rants on “The Daily Show.” This time his ripostes against modern society are more like acupuncture than the slashing saber cuts he normally displays when bashing American culture. Directed by popular Atlanta director and actor Alan Kilpatrick, the subject is that oftpricked balloon, the wedding. This time though, Black abandons his usual ranting style for more Marxian entropy (as in Groucho, not Karl). The play opens with mother Delia readying the fairytale wedding for her preppily named daughter Courtney. This is that wedding of grace, style and exquisite style that Mom never had, but will now through her daughter. It is so meticulously

If you go What: ‘One Slight Hitch’ Where: Ga. Ensemble theatre, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Tickets: $25 to $35 (discounts available) When: Jan. 8 – 25 Box office: 770-6411260 planned Eisenhower at D-Day would have bowed in awe. No detail too small has been overlooked. This wedding will be a masterpiece of staging and decorum. It will, may we say, go off without a single … At the wedding’s penultimate moment, the doorbell rings. The door opens and who is there? It is, of course, Courtney’s ex-boyfriend. And thread by thread, Mom’s perfect wedding begins to unravel. “Hitch” is not the first play to be described as a “hilarious romp,” but it certainly wears the mantle well. Director Kilpatrick says it’s

a fun play from beginning to end. “It really is a funny play. It is a little farcical and a little bit comedy of manners,” Kilpatrick said. “It’s always a pleasure to work with a Georgia Ensemble cast. I always consider them friends and family.” The play is not long, he said – about two hours. “It’s a quick play. But it is dense. A lot of players come and go, and there is a lot of dialogue and action,” he said. That makes a play hard to direct, but Kilpatrick said you don’t become a director because it is “easy work.” “And while the characters make it difficult, the cast makes it easy,” he said. “Hitch” is the instant hit it only took Black 38 years to write. He began in the ‘80s and tweaked it through the ‘90s. Then, he became a monologist to “The Daily Show’s” lasting delight. When Black pulled “Hitch” out of mothballs, he rewrote it one more time and has had an overnight success with it. Now that it is on GET’s stage, it only awaits the guests to buy a ticket and watch the house come down. Be warned, the language is PG, but not boorish.

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Milton High boys’ lacrosse Rachavelpula to play tennis for Columbia hosts ‘Run for Cover’ 5K Proceeds go to charity MILTON, Ga. – Milton High School boys’ lacrosse will present the seventh annual “Run for Cover” 5K run the at Milton High School parking lot, 13205 Birmingham Highway, at noon on Jan. 31. The 1 mile Fun Run starts at 11:30 a.m. The Run for Cover 5K benefits North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC), a nonprofit human service agency dedicated to preventing homelessness of individuals residing north of the Chattahoochee River in Fulton County (Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park and Roswell). NFCC assists families with basic needs such as food, rent and utilities, clothing and adult education classes during short-term emergencies. All race participants are asked to bring an article of winter clothing and/ or non-perishable food items for donation to North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC). In last year’s Run for Cover, 200 runners participated and donated over 80 winter clothing items and several bags

Over 200 runners took part in last year’s Run for Cover 5K race. of food items for NFCC. This year’s race looks to exceed those numbers. The race course has been certified by U.S. Track and Field so runner times can be used to qualify for other events including the Peachtree Road Race. Register before Jan. 21 to take advantage of the $5 registration discount. Walk-up registration will open at 10:30 a.m. on race day. For more race information and registration, visit www. miltonlax.com/5k. —Jonathan Copsey

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Johns Creek High School senior Saikeerthi Rachavelpula will be attending Columbia University and has committed to play tennis. Rachavelpula is ranked No. 1 in the state of Georgia, No. 3 in the Southern section and No. 37 nationally. She has played tennis for 10 years, two of which were at Johns Creek High School. Other accomplishments include being the National Open Doubles Champion, Nike Junior Tour Doubles Champion and placing third in the Singles Championship. She also won the Sportsmanship Award in the G18s Southern Closed.

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Raiders go 3-0 in Forsyth event; remain unbeaten in 6-AAAAAA By MIKE BLUM news@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – The Alpharetta Raiders went undefeated in the Wolverine Winter Classic hosted by West Forsyth, winning three games in the round-robin tournament. The event was originally scheduled as an eight-team with winners’ and losers’ brackets, but two teams from out of state withdrew. The Raiders defeated North Springs 90-39, and then went on to victories over Mill Creek 73-65 in overtime and Forsyth Central 57-38. No other team won all three of its games in the tournament, which ended Dec. 30. Alpharetta returned to Region 6-AAAAAA play Saturday, winning 62-56 over Centennial. The Raiders are 7-0 in the region and 10-3 overall. In other holiday tournament action involving North Fulton boys’ teams: St. Francis competed in two national events, going 3-1 in both tournaments. The defending Class A private school state champions placed fifth in the City of Palms tournament in Ft. Myers, Florida, with the Knights’ only loss coming against national power Mont-

verde, Florida. The three St. Francis wins came by 15, 10 and 17 points. The following week, the Knights lost their first game in the Beach Ball Classic in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to a team from Florida before winning three straight games by at least 20 points. The Knights are 13-3 with nine games remaining in Region 6-A East. St. Francis is 3-0 in subregion play. Milton went 2-2 in a tournament in Bristol, Tennessee, with losses against strong teams from North Carolina and Florida. The Eagles won twice against opponents from Tennessee. Milton is 7-7 overall and 5-2 in Region 5-AAAAAA after a loss Saturday to Wheeler, which won a holiday tournament in Ft. Myers and is one of the favorites to capture a state title. Roswell went 1-2 in a tournament at Berkmar in Gwinnett, with all three games against teams from out of state. The Hornets (6-8) are 2-4 in 5-AAAAAA and play their final non-region game Saturday at Centennial. Chattahoochee placed third in a tournament at Hart County, defeating the host

team 57-41 in the consolation final. The Cougars won their opener against Elbert County before losing to tournament champion Rockdale County in the semifinals. Chattahoochee is 3-4 in 6-AAAAAA and 8-5 overall after a 75-61 victory Saturday at Northview. The Titans are 2-6 and 2-13. Centennial won its opener against Banneker in a tournament at Grayson in Gwinnett, but lost its next two games against Cedar Shoals and Heritage. The Knights are 5-3 in 6-AAAAAA and 7-6 overall after Saturday’s loss at Alpharetta. Johns Creek went 1-2 in the Deep South Classic, including a 79-70 overtime win against Cambridge (5-9). The Gladiators lost to host Brookwood in the first round and also to Sequoyah. Cambridge went 0-3 in the tournament. Johns Creek won 62-50 last Saturday at North Forsyth and is 6-1 in 6-AAAAAA and 8-6 overall. The Gladiators host Alpharetta Saturday in a key region game. Mount Pisgah placed third in a tournament at Westminster, beating Lovett 69-39 in the first round and Whitewater 59-49 in the consolation final.

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St. Francis girls take first loss in finals of Florida tournament By MIKE BLUM news@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – The St. Francis girls suffered their first loss of the 2014-15 basketball season, reaching the finals of the Queen of Palms tournament last week in Ft. Myers, Florida, before being defeated 46-36 by North Little Rock, Arkansas. The Lady Knights (10-1) were 5-0 against out-of-state opponents before their loss in the title game New Year’s Eve. In other holiday tournament action involving North Fulton girls’ teams: Alpharetta went 2-1 in the Wolverine Winter Classic hosted by West Forsyth, defeating Upson-Lee and Starr’s Mill after losing to Roswell. The Lady Raiders (4-10) are 1-7 in Region 6-AAAAAA after a 49-36 loss Saturday to Centennial. Roswell defeated Alpharetta 25-23 in the first round of the West Forsyth tournament before losing to Mountain View and Central Gwinnett. The Lady Hornets are 2-12, 1-5 in Region 5-AAAAAA. Johns Creek placed third in a tournament hosted by Westminster, defeating Mount Pisgah in the first round and

Whitewater in the consolation final. The Johns Creek girls lost 56-44 to tournament champion Westminster in the semifinals. Johns Creek is 3-5 in Region 6-AAAAAA and 8-7 overall after a loss Saturday at North Forsyth. Chattahoochee went 2-1 in a tournament at Hart County, losing to champion Hanna of Anderson, South Carolina in the semifinals. The Lady Cougars won their opener 44-40 against Elbert County and defeated Hapeville Charter 59-32 to place third. Chattahoochee is 5-2 in Region 6-AAAAAA and 10-3 overall after a 59-52 win Saturday at Northview, the team’s ninth victory in its last 10 games. Centennial lost all three of its games in the Queen of Palms tournament in Ft. Myers, Florida, but rebounded Saturday for a 49-36 victory at Alpharetta. The Lady Cougars are 5-3 in 6-AAAAAA and 8-6 overall. Northview went 2-1 in a tournament at Grayson, defeating Banneker 41-33 and recent state power North Gwinnett 44-34 after a 3634 first round loss to Cedar Shoals. The Lady Titans (4-11) remained winless in 6-AAAAAA

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Charity Starkes and the Chattahoochee Cougars went 2-1 in the tournament, only losing to champion Hanna of Anderson, South Carolina. after a 59-52 loss Saturday against Chattahoochee. Milton, which did not schedule a holiday tournament, lost 50-36 Saturday at Wheeler and is 3-4 in Region 5-AAAAAA and 3-9 overall. Cambridge defeated TriCities 47-19 and went 1-2 in a tournament hosted by Cobb County’s Campbell. The Cambridge girls are 5-9 overall.

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Naomi Holloway and the Centennial Knights had a tournament to forget, losing all three of their games.

Fellowship Christian reached the finals of a preChristmas tournament at Fannin County, losing 49-38 in the title game to Hiwassee Dam, North Carolina. The FCS girls got past host Fannin County 39-38 and Mount Paran 35-29 in their first two games and are 7-4 overall, 1-2 in 6-A East. Mount Pisgah came into its tournament at Westminster

undefeated, but lost two of three games to fall to 9-2 on the season. The Lady Patriots lost their opener to nearby AAAAAA opponent Johns Creek and defeated Pace Academy 42-38 before dropping a 36-31 decision to Randolph (Alabama). Blessed Trinity is 3-9 after a 46-42 loss Saturday to Sprayberry.

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Northview’s Auerbach to swim for Alabama JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Knox Auerbach has signed a swimming scholarship with the University of Alabama and will join the Crimson Tide men’s swim team in the fall. In additional to an athletic scholarship, Auerbach also received the Presidential Scholarship from Alabama for academics. Auerbach is a team captain for the Northview swim team, a three-year AllAmerican and was the 200 freestyle and

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Hornets’ Whitaker, White help lead South team to Chamber Bowl win By MIKE BLUM news@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – After a scoreless first two quarters, a depleted South team managed a pair of second half touchdowns and held on for a 15-13 victory last Saturday in the annual Chamber Bowl high school allstar game. The game, which was played at Blessed Trinity, is conducted by the North Fulton Forsyth Touchdown Club and matches seniors from North Fulton and Forsyth high schools. The South team consisted of schools from North Fulton and Sandy Springs, and the North team featured players from Forsyth schools as well as Alpharetta, Northview and Johns Creek. The South team was operating at a serious disadvantage, dressing out only 25 players, two of whom were solely used in the kicking game. Five of the six Centennial players on the roster were unable to play after contracting food poisoning at the team’s postseason banquet. Centennial’s Jeff Carlberg was also sidelined from being the South’s head coach. All three Fellowship Christian players on the South roster were no-shows, which left the South team with only one quarterback – Roswell’s James Whitaker. The South also had just one running back and was limited at receiver, with most of Whitaker’s passes intended for Roswell teammate Reggie White. Whitaker and White teamed up for a 14-yard touchdown pass midway through the third quarter to break a scoreless

Northview’s D.J. Pearson looks for defenders. tie, and Connor Dolan of Holy Innocents ran for a two-point conversion. The North team countered on a 36-yard TD pass from Northview quarterback D.J. Pearson to South Forsyth’s Drew Witalis, but failed on the try for two. White got behind the North secondary for a 70-yard reception from Whitaker to set up a 5-yard scoring run by Dolan early in the final period. Pearson again scrambled around before finding an open receiver deep downfield, teaming up with South Forsyth running back Tyler LaFlamme for a 53yard scoring strike with 6:30 to play. The South was able to run off almost five minutes with the aid of a late hit penalty against the North. Another North penalty ended realistic hopes of a late, game-winning

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Roswell players Reggie White (10), Nnamdi Anene (21), Shakur Jackson with Cenntennial’s Chris Calhoun (6) pose with Chamber Bowl high school all-star game trophy. drive. The game ended when standout Milton defensive lineman Nick Steinhaus sacked Pearson inside the North 5. Neither offense was able to get anything going in the first half, as the first four series ended on three interceptions and a punt. After having his first two passes picked off, Whitaker managed just 5 yards on one completion in the half. He was five of eight for 128 yards in the final two periods. With no other quarterback on the South roster, Whitaker knew he could not afford an injury. He credited his offensive line with keeping him healthy, even though he was pressured several times and tackled for two no losses.

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River Trail Middle named Breakout School JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – River Trail Middle School was recently named a Breakout Middle School for the state of Georgia. This honor, which is bestowed by the Georgia Association of Secondary School Principals (GASSP), is the highest honor a middle school can earn through the GASSP organization. Members of GASSP met to honor River Trail Middle School at the Desoto Hilton in Savannah during GASSP’s fall conference. “River Trail Middle School was one of five schools identified this year by GASSP as one of the best middle schools in

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losing streak with an impressive 53-27 victory at home last Friday night against Alpharetta, shooting over the Alpharetta zone for 12 threepointers, seven coming in the first quarter. The Gladiators have four players who are not hesitant about shooting from behind the three-point line, and all four connected from long range at least twice in the win over the Raiders. Senior Courtney Poole hit all three of her three-pointers in the opening period and had all 11 of her points by halftime. Senior point guard Courtney Colavito had two threes in the opening period and also did all her scoring in the first two periods, ending up with 10 points. Johns Creek led 23-9 after one quarter, with all but two of their points coming on threepointers. The Gladiators increased their lead to 32-13 at the half before sophomore Sydney Tanguilig connected on a trio of three-pointers and scored 11 of her 17 points in the third period. She hit five threes on the night. Junior reserve Meredith Hobbs rounded out the threepoint parade with two, as the Gladiators scored 36 of their 53 points from long range. “This was one of our best games,” Johns Creek coach Barney Marchand said. “But our best game was the loss to South Forsyth.” The Gladiators led 23-14 at the half after limiting South Forsyth to four points in the second quarter, but Johns Creek managed just five points in the third period and lost 41-38. Marchand said he was encouraged by how well his team played against South Forsyth, with the closeness of the game

the state,” said Sheila Kahrs, middle school state coordinator for GASSP. The Georgia Association of Secondary School Principals, an affiliate of the National Association of Secondary School Principals, identifies schools that embody best-practices for students and in turn realize positive gains in student achievement. The Georgia State University Principal’s Center is the sponsor of this awards program. GASSP also designated River Trail as a Distinguished Breakout School from its list of winners. This label is used to identify schools that set themselves a sign that the Gladiators can hang with the region’s top teams on a good night. At the same time, the Gladiators have lost twice in the region by more than 20 points, failing to score 30 points against Centennial and West Forsyth. Johns Creek does not have a starter taller than 5-foot8, with 5-foot-10 freshman reserve Ashley Alexander the team’s main inside scoring threat. Alexander is one of three team members whose fathers were pro athletes. Her father Victor Alexander played in the NBA in the 1990s. Poole’s father, Jim Poole, was a Major League relief pitcher during the 1990s after playing in college at Georgia Tech. Senior Dani Majkowski is the daughter of former Green Bay quarterback Don Majkowski, and is described by Marchand as “the best athlete I’ve ever coached.” Dani Majkowski is a multi-sport athlete who did not play basketball last season, and has been a major contributor in a variety of areas in her return. Tanguilig has been the team’s main scoring threat, and Marchand expects her to own the school scoring record by the time she graduates. The rest of the team’s scoring has been spread out among Colavito, Majkowski, Poole, Hobbs and Alexander, with Alexander likely to become more of a factor as the season goes along to give the Gladiators an inside scoring complement to their outside shooting. Colavito, an accomplished ball handler, is also capable of getting to the basket for layups despite her modest height. Marchand, who has been the Johns Creek girls’ coach since the program started in 2009, believes the team has a chance to achieve its two lofty goals “if we put things together and continue to get better.” “But it’s going to be tough,” he said. “We’re in the region of death.”

GASSP also designated River Trail as a Distinguished Breakout School from its list of winners. apart from the others based on evidence and documentation. River Trail Middle School received an additional award and a check for $750 as a Distinguished Breakout School.

Dr. Jim Kahrs, director of the Principal’s Center at Georgia State University, presents River Trail Principal Dawn Melin with the Breakout Middle School award. Looking on is GASSP Middle School State Coordinator Sheila Kahrs.

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Is prescription Thyroid Hormone necessary? By DR. SEAN SAVEDOFF Prescribing Bio-Identical thyroid hormone is becoming more and more popular among doctors when treating patients SAVEDOFF with fatigue, memory loss, cold hands and feet, muscle and joint pain, weight gain, depression, high cholesterol, hair loss, constipation, and other general symptoms that are difficult to manage with traditional medical treatments. Over the past several years, I have seen a large influx of patients that had been placed on hormone replacement. These individuals responded well to thyroid hormone initially (2-3 months) but were no longer receiving benefit from its use. Furthermore, many of them reported symptoms such as dry eyes, dry and bleeding nasal passages, and dry hair and skin. Most of them were also experiencing greater loss of hair. What you should know

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energy. Certain nutrient deficiencies and stress can lead to the production of Reverse T-3. This form of T-3 is not effective and leads to symptoms of hypothyroidism. Reverse T-3 cannot be distinguished from T-3 in traditional thyroid lab reports. In addition, other nutrient deficiencies can decrease the responsiveness of our body’s cells to T-3, thus also causing symptoms of hypothyroidism. For these reasons lab reports commonly performed by physicians that look at TSH, T-4, and T-3, can be misleading. Remember that prescription thyroid hormone whether bio-identical or not will have an immediate positive effect, but keep in mind that your body has the ability to make it’s own thyroid hormone providing that all the essential nutrients necessary are present in the diet or through supplementation. Many patients that come to me initially are taking some form of thyroid medication. After addressing their nutritional deficiencies it is very common that the medication becomes unnecessary.

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Everyday Mom’s Hollywood New hope for those Fabulous Mommy Makeover battling a genetic disease By Luna Plastic Surgery A mommy makeover is a combination of plastic surgery procedures done to help patients get their pre-baby body back. The procedures can entail a combination of breast augmentation, breast lift, tummy tuck and liposuction. Breast augmentation increases size and alters shape of breasts. The procedure restores lost volume after pregnancy and breastfeeding. The breast lift raises and reshapes sagging or drooping breasts and restores firmness after breastfeeding. A tummy tuck removes excess skin that diet and exercise cannot resolve. This procedure can eliminate abdominal stretch marks, realigns abdominal muscles into tighter formation. Liposuction removes fat that does not respond to diet and exercise. It also restores contour to sagging areas and reduces fat deposits on stomach and

hips. Mommy makeover procedures are popular in the Untied States. Statistics from 2013 show YUGUEROS that breast augmentations were among the most common procedure performed. Withover 290,224 a year. Liposuctions were also among the most common procedures performed in 2013 followed by tummy tucks then breast lifts. • Surgery length: 4-6 hours • Results: Last Indefinitely • Worth it rating: 98 percent At Luna Plastic Surgery, we understand the concerns a mom may have before taking the steps to iniate a mommy makeover. A good candidate for a mommy makeover is a woman in good health, complete with childbearing, and at a stablized weight. To find out more or to learn if you would be a good

A good candidate for a mommy makeover is a woman in good health, complete with childbearing, and at a stablized weight. candidiate please visit us for your free consultation at Luna Plastic Surgery inside Emory Johns Creek Hospital, 6335 Hospital Parkway Suite 216. Visit our website at www. LunaPlasticSurgery.com or call 678-892-7820.

(NAPSI)—There’s hopeful news for those who are at risk for a rare disease that causes a range of symptoms including lack of sweat glands, poor temperature control, respiratory problems, and hair and tooth malformations. A biotechnology company is committed to finding a treatment and is working toward delivering a significant improvement in the health and quality of life to future generations living with this rare genetic disorder. The Disease X-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia, or XLHED, is the disease and the company is Edimer Pharmaceuticals. XLHED is a rare genetic disorder that results in abnormal development of teeth, hair and glandular structures in the skin and mucosal membranes. Patients affected by the disease often contend with lifelong dental issues, respiratory infections, scaly skin, premature hair loss and other related health complications associated with lack of functional sweat and secretory glands. A Potential Treatment

Edimer is developing EDI200 as a potential treatment for future generations living with XLHED. In preclinical studies, EDI200 has been shown to greatly enhance the development of hair, teeth, skin and some glandular structures. The studies also indicate early treatment may result in a lifelong benefit. Clinical trials in humans are currently under way: • Phase 1 of the adult safety study was completed in spring of 2013. • Phase 2, the newborn XLHED clinical study, began enrolling applicants in the late summer of 2013 and is ongoing. For a list of active studies on the disease and the status of each, visit www.clinicaltrials.gov. Ways To Get Involved Those who wish to get involved in the clinical study process can register at XLHEDnetwork.com. To learn more, you can find and follow the company on Facebook.com/EdimerPharma or visit the company’s website at www.edimerpharma.com.

ADHD – not just in children anymore Adult ADHD is associated with multiple comorbidities such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and other personality disorders. Adult ADHD is a valid psychiatric disorder of adulthood distinct from these other conditions. Adult attention deficit disorder differs from the childhood variant because the hyperactivity in adults may be replaced by other symptoms such as anxiety, impulsivity and inattentiveness. In fact, prior to 2002 there were no diagnostic guidelines, but there have been great advances since. Some of the symptoms that characterize Adult ADHD are:

ADHD is a relatively common psychiatric disorder among adults. The prevalence is thought to be 3.5%-5.3%, which accounts for more than 11 million cases in the United States alone. With increased public awareness, adult ADHD became a topic of great interest so clinicians should be able to diagnose, treat, and manage patients with this disorder. Etiology is still uncertain. Genetics however is believed to play a prominent role, followed in importance by acquired injuries to the brain. ADHD was widely thought to be strictly a disorder of childhood. Now there are numerous scientific papers and clinical trials that acknowledge the existence of an adult version of this disorder, which can be traced back to the younger years. Before this time ADHD in adults was known as Minimal Brain Damage or Dysfunction (MBD).

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Some children with ADHD continue to have it as adults. And many adults who have the disorder don’t know it. They may feel that it is impossible to get organized, keep a job, or remember and keep appointments. Daily tasks such as getting up in the morning, preparing to leave the house for work, arriving at work on time, and being productive on the job can be especially challenging for adults with ADHD. These adults may have a history of failure at school, problems at work, failed relationships and traffic accidents. Like teens, adults with ADHD may seem restless and may try to complete several tasks as once, most of them unsuccessfully. They also tend to prefer “quick fixes,” rather than taking the steps needed to achieve greater rewards. Treatment is very rewarding. The first medications to be approved by the FDA belonged to a non-stimulant group of medications: Atomoxetine. The FDA later approved stimulants such as methylphenidate and mixed amphetamine salts. Group delivered cognitive behavioral therapy is recommended in some cases as a supportive treatment. If you or someone you know may have Adult ADHD, call Johns Creek Family Medicine at 770-771-6591 and schedule an appointment with Dr. Zack Charkawi.

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A ‘traditional’ philosophy – Best wishes for the New Year! Today I want to talk to you about yearly traditions. As we begin the New Year, we offer you and your loved ones our very best wishes. We hope that you had a wonderful holiday season. One of your New Year resolutions may be to stay healthy. A healthy mouth leads to a healthy body and overall well-being. I notice a lot of people go through their own “mini-makeovers” this time of year as well. They perform updates on their homes, make hair appointments to spruce themselves up for the New Year, and come in for teeth whitening procedures to erase coffee, tea, and wine stains and brighten up their smile. Yes, that onset of cold weather triggers a lot of activity for all of us. These reminders bring me to a question for you: What triggers your medical upkeep? Do you have certain times of the year that you plan your routine visits to your family doctor, gynecologist, and dentist? Are you reactive, only seeing a medical profes-

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mode over the course of your lifetime. We can head off problems before they start and keep more money in your wallet, increase the overall health of your body and help you spend less time at the dentist. My philosophy is simple: See me on a regular basis to avoid seeing me even more often than you’d like! What system do you have in place for preventative care? Please remember to schedule those routine appointments for you and your family before your body triggers an issue

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PainXperts Laser Wellness Innovative medical practice now accepting insurance In order to better reflect the true nature of the scope of services we provide in the Atlanta market, we’re excited to announce we have changed our name from Back in the Game Laser Therapy to PainXperts Laser Wellness. In addition, we have expanded beyond our Johns Creek location to provide deep tissue laser therapy treatments in Buckhead at Icebox Cryotherapy. This location is in the Buckhead Court Shopping Center off of Roswell Road. We are proud to provide the highest level of pain relief with the LightForce™ EX Deep Tissue Therapy Laser. Laser Therapy is a surgery-free, drug-free option for individuals suffering from both acute and chronic pain. Treatments are fast, safe, and painless. Most patients see results in 3 to 5 treatment sessions and the treatments have a therapeutic effect continuing for up to 18 hours after the treat-

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As we enter 2015, it is my hope that you are feeling energized about the year ahead. Your goals most likely inSTEGALL clude better health for yourself and your family, and I can help you. Since my integrative medicine practice opened 8 months ago in Johns Creek, I have had the opportunity to help my patients make significant health improvements. As many of you know, my approach is different from other doctors in that I spend a significant amount of time getting to know you and your medical history, and I combine that with advanced testing to uncover the root of your problems.

As many of you know, my approach is different from other doctors in that I spend a significant amount of time getting to know you and your medical history, and I combine that with advanced testing to uncover the root of your problems. My treatments always focus on natural therapies, including optimal dietary strategies, bioidentical hormone replacement, anti-aging medicine, IV nutrition, and advanced supplementation strategies. This approach consistently results in great outcomes. I am excited to announce

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So big deal, a little inflammation By Leslie Gaskill, M.D. Exactly,….. BIG DEAL! Inflammation is not something to take lightly. Let’s put it this way, if you came across a smoldering fire in your house, you wouldn’t just walk away... would you? I suspect that you would consider this an important matter to tend to, because you know that even a small smoldering fire could quickly become a big rip roaring fire that could burn your house down. Your thought process might be something like, “don’t panic, just put the fire out; and put the fire out fast.!” You might even say “Whew, I am glad I caught that fire while it was small, and thank God that I just happened to walk in here and see this.” Yeh, it would be an emotional and financial disaster to lose your home. So what if we were talking about your life? All it takes is ONE fire to cause an event i.e heart attack and stroke. There are many causes of inflammation that can ultimately cause your arteries to be fragile. The arteries can suddenly rupture as plaque pushes through the wall like a volcano. A clot is formed,

blocking the flow and BOOM. You have a heart attack or stroke. What causes inflammation? Great question. Stress, bad DR. GASKILL diet, migraines, autoimmune diseases( like lupus and psoriasis), smoking, cholesterol, insulin resistance, prediabetes, diabetes, PCOS, liver disease, sleep disorders, and, periodontal disease to just name a few. Don’t get a false sense of security if you are a marathon runner, passed your stress test, calcium score, and even have a phenomenal cholesterol profile. Stay tuned to hear more from us and Plaque Busters in the national arena. If you are serious about your life, and your life is a priority, we can help you before it is too late. We are very experienced in a prevention strategy that works! It is tailored to YOU, your body and your genetics! Right now as spring approaches, most of you are wanting to “get the weight off”. We are excited about our new weight loss program and we will per-

sonally coach you. If you want to find out your genetic dietary pattern needs (we are all one of six patterns), we can help you learn how to eat for minimizing your risk of developing plaque and to help you lose weight most effectively for a lifetime. Yes, it’s true: we are not all genetically programmed to eat the same way! Out of all of Dr. Gaskill’s patients that have followed & complied with her cardiovascular prevention method for the past 7 1/2 years, none have had a heart attack or stroke! We also utilize functional/ naturopathic medicine in addition to traditional Western medicine to successfully treat a large number of illnesses, including chronic fatigue, pulmonary disorders, food and chemical sensitivities, irritable bowel syndrome, ADD, obesity, migraines, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, digestive disorders, skin disorders, anxiety, depression & insomnia. www.drlesliegaskill.com and www.plaquebusters.net Leslie S. Gaskill, M.D., LLC 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Ste 201 Johns Creek, Georgia 30097 770-495-9995

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MRKH – New treatments available for a devastating syndrome long kept secret By Robert Moore, D.O., Urogynecologist Nicole just wanted “to feel like a woman, to feel normal, just like everyone else.” Instead, she was unhappy and she couldn’t understand why, at 15 years old, she still hadn’t started her period. Nicole is just one of a small number of women born with Mayer-Rokitansky-KusterHauser syndrome (MRKH), a very rare condition which leaves a woman with a very short vaginal canal or no vagina at all, despite having ovaries and an underdeveloped uterus. Not only does the woman not have a menstrual cycle, she also can’t have sex or carry a child. The condition is devastating for the 1 in 4,500 women who have it. The cause of MRKH remains unclear; however genetic and environmental factors seem to be the most likely explanation. Surgery is the only cure. The “Davydov” procedure, developed in Russia in the 1970s, is one of the most successful surgical procedures

for treating patients with MRKH. The technique involves creating a full-length vagina in a young woman born without one, or lengthMOORE ening the vagina in a woman who has had the length of her vagina shortened due to trauma or other surgeries. For years, the procedure has been done through a large abdominal incision. Recently, it has been modified to a laparoscopic approach (i.e. miniature abdominal incisions), which offers patients less pain and blood loss, fewer complications than traditional surgery and a faster recovery. In many cases, the procedure can be done on an outpatient basis. Nicole had her surgery in August 2012. “I was the happiest person you would see that day, anxious, nervous, but ready,” she said. Patients have a full-length vagina immediately upon completion of the surgery and

have full functional use in six to nine weeks. It is the least invasive procedure by far to create a new vagina in women born without one. Only a handful of surgeons across the country utilize the laparoscopic modification of the Davydov procedure, and the surgeons with among the most experience in the country are located at Atlanta’s Northside Hospital. Patients from throughout the United States and also internationally are referred to our practice, Atlanta Urogynecology Associates, for treatment of this rare condition. My partner, Dr. John Miklos, and I are considered world leaders in the field of laparoscopic urogynecologic surgery. We use our experience to treat women with MRKH, performing between 20-25 cases annually, and have been featured on the nationally syndicated daytime television show “The Doctors.” Nicole says that having the surgery has made her feel better inside and out. “The surgery was the best thing I could have done for myself and my life.”

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at one time or another as we face life’s challenges. This can sometimes lead to severe depression, anxiety or other behaviors that keep us from feeling and doing our best for ourselves and our loved ones. For too long, people struggling with mental health challenges have felt discouraged or ashamed because they are not able to “force themselves” to do or feel better. So what can we do about it? There are many ways to help yourself feel better. Take advantage of the resources available in most communities such as free support groups, and make sure you get enough sleep and exercise. If your symptoms are keeping you from your normal activities or you have any thoughts of giving up, contact your doctor or local mental health resources. Know that it is okay to speak up, to acknowledge that “I’m having trouble here,” and look for an approach that works for you. “Toughing it out” may be the right strategy for some challenges, but it’s not right for depression or mental anxiety. And pat yourself on the back for taking the step that could dramatically improve your life. Ms. Smith is president and CEO of the Alliance of Community Health Plans, online at www.achp.org.

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Function and Esthetics in Orthodontics By DR. JEFFREY W. JORDAN, DMD ORTHODONTIST Orthodontics today is about improved function of the teeth, jaws and improved facial esthetics. Likewise, orthodontic appliances of today are more efficient, more comfortable and better looking. As DR JORDAN a result, treatment times are shorter with less discomfort, and better results can be achieved. Traditional orthodontic appliances consist of brackets and wires. The brackets today come in a variety of sizes and shapes for optimal efficiency and are increasingly tooth colored. They can even be custom made for each patient with computer technology to shorten treatment time. However, it is the orthodontic wire that actually moves the teeth and where we find the most incredible advancements. The heat activated super elastic memory wire is very flexible at room temperature and can be placed into the braces on extremely crooked teeth. Then, as it warms in the mouth to body temperature, the wire exerts a light continuous force on the teeth. It is this light continuous force that

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Raising awareness about school choice (NAPSI)—There’s good news for community organizations, groups and nonprofits that support school choice. They now have another way to raise awareness about the education options available to families. An effort called National School Choice Week will be held January 25-31, 2015. With more than 10,000 events planned, it will be the nation’s largest-ever education-related celebration. The goal is to shine a positive light on all types of education options available for children and families—including traditional public schools, public charter schools, magnet schools, online learning, private schools, and home schooling. To take part, community groups can receive free meeting materials that can be used to educate others about the education choices available in their community. The materials include 24 yellow fleece scarves, posters, placards and

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Ulich Continued from Page 9 “Of course, in running, you can’t crash at 40 miles per hour, so it makes me nervous to watch him cycle, but I love that he is so passionate about his sport and his new career,” she said.

After Ulich resigned from UGA’s cross country and track and field teams, he set his eyes on competing in his new-found sport of choice. Ulich represented UGA for the Southeastern Collegiate Cycling Conference (SCCC), a division under the banner of USA Cycling. Much like his running career, Ulich found success early on. In only his second season

Submit your news & photos to news@appenmediagroup.com | Recycled paper competing in the SCCC, he was crowned the SCCC Road Race Champion. Ulich’s ambition, success and desire to continue cycling led him to make the decision to graduate from UGA early with a degree in business marketing to pursue a professional cycling career. Ulich was then selected to join United Healthcare of

CITY OF ALPHARETTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The following items will be heard at a public hearing held by the Planning Commission on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza (new City Hall), Alpharetta, Georgia. A workshop will also be held by the Planning Commission at 6:30 to discuss proposed changes to the MU ordinance as well as “For-Rent” Regulations. This item will also be considered by the City Council on Monday January 26, 2015 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza (new City Hall), Alpharetta, Georgia. a. PH-14-13 Downtown Master Plan Presentation and discussion of the Downtown Master Plan. The area boundaries generally include Mayfield Road and Canton Street to the North; South Main Street and Allyson Circle to the South; Wills Road to the West; Westside Parkway to the East. Note: Georgia law requires that all parties who have made campaign contributions to the Mayor or to a Council Member in excess of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) within the past two (2) years must complete a campaign contribution report with the Community Development Department. The complete text of the Georgia law and a disclosure form are available in the office of the City Clerk, 2 South Main Street.

CITY OF JOHNS CREEK ITB NUMBER #15-020 SHAKERAG PARK PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS The City of Johns Creek is accepting sealed Invitations to Bid (ITB) from qualified construction firms for the Shakerag Park Parking Lot Improvements. Sealed ITB’s will be received no later than 2:00 P.M. on January 20, 2015 in the City of Johns Creek Purchasing Office, 12000 Findley Rd., Suite-400, Johns Creek, Georgia, 30097. ITB’s received after the above time or in any other location other than the Purchasing Office will not be accepted. Deadline for questions is January 15, 2015 at 5:00PM. ITB packages and plans are available on the City of Johns Creek website (www.johnscreekga.gov). Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Purchasing Office at (678) 512-3233. ITB’s shall be presented in a sealed opaque envelope with the ITB number and name clearly marked on the outside of the envelope. The name of the company or firm submitting an ITB response should also be clearly marked on the outside of the envelope. THREE (3) ORIGINALS AND ONE (1) COPY OF THE ITB ON CD MUST BE SUBMITTED. ITB’s will not be accepted verbally or by fax or email. All offerors must comply with all general and special requirements of the ITB information and instructions enclosed herein. The City of Johns Creek, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and 78 Stat. 252, 42 USC 2000d—42 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, part 21, Nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, minority business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, or national origin in consideration for an award. The City of Johns Creek reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities and informalities, and to make award in the best interest of the City of Johns Creek. Warren Hutmacher City Manager

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Georgia presented by The 706 Project, an elite cycling team. “I had competed against them before, so it’s a great honor to be a part of the team now,” he said. “The 706 Project is not a professional team but they have the backing and management to compete professionally. My goal with the team is to enter races and get noticed by a professional team.” In the upcoming season, Ulich will represent The 706 Project in competitions throughout the country. For him, it is another goal obtained on his journey to compete professionally. “I like to make goals for myself and achieve them,” he said. “Whether it was running or cycling or anything else, I’ve found it is [imperative] to set goals for myself and do what it takes to achieve those goals. I think it’s the key to success.

I’m always trying to get to the next step.” His mother said it is that focus that helps Ulich achieve his goals. “[Austin’s] ability to focus on his goals and maintain the discipline it takes to achieve them will serve him well in cycling and in life,” she said. “We truly believe in him.” Ulich’s injury could have sidelined him permanently, ending what had been a successful if short-lived running career, but for him, quitting was never an option. The desire to compete and the chance attending of a cycling race set him on a path of success in another sport. “The setting of goals and desire to compete is what keeps me going,” Ulich said. To follow Ulich in the upcoming 2015 season, visit The 706 Project’s website at www.706p.com.

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PLACE City Hall Two Park Plaza Council Chambers January 8, 2015 3:00P.M. PURPOSE Consumption on Premises Beer & Wine Sunday Sales APPLICANT Abhiruchi Indian Cuisine 5530 Windward Parkway Suite 440 Alpharetta, Ga. 30004 Owner & Registered Agent Mr. Sreenivasa R. Lokasani

PURPOSE An Alcoholic Beverage License Application was submitted to the City on December 31, 2014 for Consumption on the Premises of Malt Beverages. BUSINESS NAME Pollo Operations, INC Dba Pollo Tropical 5805 State Bridge Rd Johns Creek, GA 30097 OWNER/OFFICERS Pollo Operations, INC Dba Pollo Tropical 5805 State Bridge Rd Johns Creek, GA 30097 Manager Don Helton

CITY OF ALPHARETTA PUBLIC NOTICE AMENDMENT TO CITY CHARTER Please be advised that the City of Alpharetta intends to adopt an amendment to the City’s Charter. The amendment involves revising the current term limits provision applicable to the Mayor and Council and closing the term limit loophole. The amendment limits the term of the Mayor and Council to four consecutive four year terms. The amendment also prohibits a termed out official from seeking reelection for eight consecutive years. The City Council proposes to accomplish the amendment through the adoption of an ordinance which will be read at two City Council meetings scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at City Hall on January 5, 2015 and January 26,2015. A copy of the proposed amendment is on file in the Office of the City Clerk and the Clerk of the Superior Court of Fulton County, Georgia

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Jerry Cecil Castleberry, 68, of Cleveland, passed away December 28, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Celeste Renae Maher Fausel, 53, of Forsyth County, passed away December 21, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

By KIMBERLY BROCK “Being a reporter is one of the noblest things you can do in life. Letting the people know. It’s really a holy cause. Time after time after time, in the middle of corruption and disgrace and bad politics, I’ve seen people come through and do for people. I write about someone in trouble and someone else rallies to help them. Through reporting, things can change.” – Celestine Sibley, April 1999 This quote from Celestine Sibley came from the last year of her life and opens the book, “The Reporter,” a collection of many of her best newspaper stories, edited by reporter Richard Eldridge. One of the first female editors, Sibley reported for the Atlanta Constitution from 1941 to 1999. She wrote more than 10,000 columns, covering state politics, courtroom drama and cultural affairs. Sibley was also the author of nearly 30 books of different genres published between 1958 and 1997, including her memoir, “Turned Funny” (1988) and “Children, My Children,” which won the first Townsend Prize for children’s fiction. Firm in her convictions

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Celestine Sibley was a renowned Southern author, journalist and syndicated columnist. She passed away August 15, 1999. about her labors, Sibley continued working until the final weeks before her death, with her last regular Constitution column appearing on July 25, 1999. She died of cancer at the age of 85 on Aug. 15, 1999. Celestine Sibley’s many accomplishments have long been celebrated. In 1990, she received the Ralph McGill Award for Lifetime Achievement in Journalism. A few months before her death, Sibley was awarded the National Society of Newspaper Columnists Lifetime Achievement Award. In 2000, in appreciation for her years of political reporting, the Georgia House of Representatives named its Capitol press gallery in Sibley’s honor. But she is perhaps best remembered for her writing about Southern culture, poignant essays that made her an icon of her beloved South. She held dear a belief in

Sibley at her Sweet Apple Cabin in 1997.

the value of home as a place of refuge from the ever-changing world, a sanctuary from the encroaching developments swallowing up the countryside outside her window. In 1961, Sibley created her own haven, purchasing and renovating a dilapidated log cabin in Roswell, Georgia, for just $1,000. She named her home Sweet Apple Cabin. From there, she enjoyed a simple life and proclaimed the benefits of such an existence in such a prolific and convincing way that for many of her readers, it became an idyllic imaginary home for them, as well. Last month, four journalists with Atlanta connections were enshrined into the Atlanta Press Club Hall of Fame during a reception ceremony. Celestine Sibley was included amongst the likes of Tom Brokaw, Claude Sitton and Brenda Wood. Bestselling Southern author Kathy Trocheck, better known by her pen name Mary Kay Andrews, inducted Sibley. Sibley’s grandson, Jason Bazemore, accepted the award. “The old show business saying, ‘Don’t follow kids or animals,’ could be changed to don’t follow Tom Brokaw or Monica Pearson,” he joked. But Bazemore is humbled by the experience, well aware of his grandmother’s holy cause and her long-reaching influence. “She would have been thrilled and proud to be included with so many old friends and colleagues like her former boss and mentor Ralph McGill,” he said. “Standing up in front of all those people who make a living talking was a little scary, but it was an honor to stand in for Tine.” Remembered and revered for her true, unflinching accounting of life, standing in for Celestine Sibley seems impossible to her readers, but it might be exactly what she intended.

Joseph Thomas Greene, Jr., 70, of Savannah, passed away December 23, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Yixun He, 83, of Norcross, passed away December 27, 2014. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Maria Lopez, 71 of Lawrenceville, passed away December 24, 2014. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Frances Davis Mize, 95, of Cumming, passed away December 27, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Avery Michele Picklesimer, 23 months, of Cumming, passed away December 22, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Margaret Ann ThomeBlack, 76, of Canton, passed away December 29, 2014. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Ruby Mae Turner, 80, of Doraville, passed away December 27, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

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