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ROSWELL, Ga. — Police responded Jan. 25 to a report that the windows of a man’s car had been shattered and nearby property had been destroyed.

The man’s car, a 1954 green Chevrolet Bel Air, was parked in front of a shed on Woodstock Road. Its windows, which were fine on Jan. 14, were “shattered out” and the shed, which had previously been locked, was open. Police found glass from several crystal goblets which had been stored in the shed, scattered around the area.

The total damage was estimated at $2,000.

Early that day, the man said he saw two juveniles standing on the roof of his shed.

He followed them when they ran off, and confronted

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$5K of materials stolen from construction site JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Employees at the Reynold Construction yard on Old Alabama Road reported Jan. 22 that $5,000 worth of construction tools and materials had been stolen recently.

One of the trailers and four storage containers appeared to have been burglarized. The assistant project manager told police that the trailer and containers had been locked and secured Jan. 19 before he left for the weekend. But when he returned at 8 a.m. on Monday, several tools were gone.

Bolts on two of the storage containers appeared to have been cut while the trailer door appeared to have been pried open, police said.

In addition to the stolen items, several shovels and sledge hammers that were missing were found along the tree line behind the trailer.

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them, along with two other juveniles and their parents, about the damage.

At first, the juveniles said they were on the roof to look for a buzzard which was nesting atop the structure. However, they soon admitted to police that one juvenile had shot the windows of the car with a BB gun, another juvenile had smashed a window with a stick, and a third juvenile had gained access to the shed through the roof.

All four admitted that they had shattered the crystal goblets.

The man said he did not want to pursue charges and would seek financial reimbursement for the damages privately.

was selling through an app were stolen when he met with potential buyers.

The teenager had listed the black and white Nike Air Jordan 10s, worth $140, on the Let It GO app and had agreed to meet with a man at 5 p.m. in front of the Oh Pharmacy on Medlock Bridge Road.

When he arrived, the teenager saw two men, both approximately 5’11” tall with slender builds.

One of the men asked to look at the shoes, and after inspecting them, snatched the shoes and ran.

Employees at one of the nearby restaurants told police that one of the suspects appeared to be a regular in their location and provided a receipt for a purchase possibly made by the suspect.

Burglar damages door in attempted break-in ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A family called 911 Jan. 28 shortly after midnight to report an attempted break-in.

The homeowner on Melbourne Trail told police that the family was sleeping upstairs, when they were woken up by a loud boom downstairs.

When he went downstairs, the homeowner found the front door damaged, but nothing was missing from the house. The damage to the door is valued at $500.

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A neighbor informed police about a similar incident the previous night. His security camera picked up two male suspects who kicked open his front storm door.

The neighbor’s son said he heard the suspects making barking noises as they ran away and saw a white passenger car, possibly a BMW, speed away.

Man arrested for felony marijuana possession MILTON, Ga. — Milton police pulled over a man for speeding and later found him to be in possession of nearly 30 grams of marijuana.

On Jan. 26, officers pulled over a Honda Civic on Morris Road for speeding. According to the police report, the man was seen digging through the car’s center console. After coming to a stop, the driver exited his vehicle and ignored the officer’s demand to get back in the car. He was then detained in handcuffs.

The suspect denied the presence of marijuana in the car, but officers discovered 29.6 grams in the center console and $180 in cash.

When questioned by officers, the man denied that marijuana belonged to him. He said he was going to a gas station to buy bitcoin but did not state where it was located.

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Food Allergy Desensitization Q & A with Dr. Thomas Chacko Rated one of the Top Allergists in Atlanta and selected for the cover of Atlanta Top Doctor Magazine, Dr. Thomas Chacko is Atlanta’s expert in Allergies and Asthma. With recent speaking opportunities on CNN, HLN, WebMD, and Fox News, Dr. Chacko is sought after nationally for his expertise in all areas of adult and pediatric allergy and immunology.

Dr. Chacko has lectured throughout the Southeast on food allergies. He is one of a few allergists offering oral immunotherapy (OIT) for food allergies.

Why do you have a special interest in food allergies?

Food allergies can be one of the scariest things for patients and families. This can have a significant impact on their quality of life. For decades, our only recommendations were to avoid the allergen as well as to have an epinephrine auto-injector. Newer data has changed the landscape and allowed us to be more proactive about treatment.

What is oral immunotherapy (OIT)?

Oral immunotherapy desensitizes children & adults to their food allergens. By consuming the allergen regularly patients’ immune systems adapt to the allergen that formerly would have caused a life-threatening anaphylactic reaction.

How do I know if food desensitization is the right choice for my child?

The decision to begin desensitization is based on a variety of factors. These include risk of reaction to accidental ingestion, difficulty in avoiding the allergen, and a number of quality of life issues (anxiety, ability to participate fully in school, sports and family/social activities,

etc.). One of my patients had a life threatening reaction to milk and had to have a helicopter take her to CHOA for such a severe reaction. Now, she is tolerating over 1 glass of milk daily. It has made a huge change in their quality of life.

What is the goal of this treatment?

The primary goal of this treatment is to prevent any life threatening accidents. This is generally the concern for most patients with peanut or tree nut allergies. Almost daily, we have patients who are severely allergic to peanut tolerate 1-2 peanuts in our office. In some patients, we are able to introduce full servings of the previously allergic foods, such as with milk.

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Flu epidemic sweeps across Georgia

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com GEORGIA — The flu is spreading quickly across Georgia and Metro Atlanta. This year’s flu season, which began in October, is one of the most severe in years, according to state health officials. As of Feb. 3, 51 people have died in Georgia, including a 5-year-old Marietta boy and a 15-year-old girl from Coweta County who died from complications brought on by the flu.

The Georgia Department of Public Health says the influenza A strain can be particularly hard on the very young, people over the age of 65 and those with preexisting medical conditions.

Flu symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue.

Officials with the Centers for Disease Control and

School districts monitor student absence rates Schools, where one of the most vulnerable groups congregate, are taking precautions for their population.

Forsyth County Schools Director of Communications Jennifer Caracciolo said they are aware of the increase in illness in the county. School nurses document physician-confirmed cases of the flu, which are communicated to and monitored by the Forsyth County nurse, she said.

Additionally, when 10 percent of a school population is out sick for any reason, the county nurse notifies the Health Department and district officials. Currently three of the 36 district schools have a 10 percent student illness rate.

Caracciolo said that’s normal for this time of year, and she stressed not all those illnesses are physician-confirmed cases of the flu.

“Our facilities department is taking proactive measures for cleaning, and the superintendent has authorized overtime for custodians if needed to ensure a clean learning environment,” Caracciolo said. “Most importantly, we

Prevention say the flu is one of the nation’s most common illnesses. The CDC estimates 5 to 20 percent of Americans get the flu, and more than 200,000 people are hospitalized each year from flu-related health complications.

Officials anticipated this season would be tough because more than 90 percent of the influenza specimens tested nationwide are influenza A, and the rates of hospitalization and deaths are typically higher in seasons when that strain is dominant.

As of Jan. 27, more than 1,000 people statewide have been hospitalized since October due to influenza.

From Jan. 21 to 27, the largest group of patients – nearly 3,000 – seen with influenza-like symptoms in the state was in the 5 to 24-year-old age bracket.

At the end of the flu season last year, nine people had died in Georgia and almost 1,500 people were hospitalized.

are asking parents to please not send their children to school when they are ill, even if there is no fever present, and to continue the practice of washing hands frequently.”

Fulton School officials are keeping a close eye on the impact of the flu on the district’s 96,000 students and 14,000 staff members. They also have protocols that kick in when the absentee rates hit 10 percent.

Last week four of Fulton County’s 105 schools had absentee rates above 10 percent, including two in North Fulton. That number triggered the Communicable Illness protocol, prompting the Office of Student Health to launch an investigation. However, not all the cases could be confirmed as flu-related.

“Nonetheless, additional measures have been taken at these schools to include resending flu-specific information and carrying out thorough cleaning of classrooms,” said district spokesperson Susan Hale.

The district will continue to monitor the absentee rate, Hale said, and if it appears flu is the culprit in above-normal absences, the system will coordinate with the Georgia Department of Public Heath for next steps.

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As of Jan. 27, more than 1,000 people statewide have been hospitalized since October due to influenza.

Local hospitals keep eye on medication supplies The severity of this flu season has stretched resources in many states thin, and the CDC has reported some spot shortages of anti-viral medications used to treat the flu.

WellStar North Fulton Hospital, however, has maintained “an adequate supply” of masks, medications, hand sanitizer and other supplies thanks to the collaborative efforts of the WellStar system, said Karim Godamunne, M.D., chief medical officer of WellStar North Fulton Hospital.

“Across the nation, hospitals are extremely busy,” Godamunne said. “But North Fulton has been able to handle the surge from flu thanks to the teamwork and leadership of the staff.”

The hospital has seen a significant increase in flu visits this season, both in the emergency department and hospital admissions, compared to prior years, Godamunne added.

It is not too late to get a flu shot, and health officials recommend people who haven’t received it to do so soon.

“While it may be less effective than other years, the flu vaccine can still provide protection or make symptoms less severe,” Godamunne said. “We do still recommend the vaccine.”

Northside Hospital also has seen a significant increase in flu cases it has treated this season, but it has not faced room or medication shortages.

Northside Forsyth treated 135 flu cases in December, more than double the 54 cases it recorded in December 2016. In January, the hospital admitted 122 flu patients.

Chris Munn, director of emergency services at Northside Hospital, said if a person does contract the flu, they need to go an emergency room for care if they have difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, chest pain or pressure

or sudden dizziness or confusion.

In children, shortness of breath, consistent vomiting, weakness or lethargy are serious warning signs.

Emory Johns Creek Hospital is reporting record volumes of flu patients in their Emergency Department with many requiring hospitalization. The hospital says there has been no shortage of shots or medication.

“The flu shot is around 30 percent effective for the particular strain clinicians are seeing this season,” said Dr. Adedapo Odetoyinbo, chief medical officer of Emory Johns Creek Hospital.

“The flu shot will protect you from that strain and decrease a severity of symptoms. It’s not too late to get a flu shot.”

Companies stress safety measures The business community has also taken heed of the threat.

LexisNexis, one of Alpharetta’s largest employers with just over 1600 full-time employees, has instituted added precautions to ensure a healthy workforce.

“We’re committed to the health and well-being of our employees, so we always have preventative measures in place such as free annual flu shots, hand sanitizer stations throughout the building and encouraging people to stay home when they are ill,” said Jeff Sauer, vice president of Human Resources, LexisNexis Risk Solutions.

“Given the impact of the flu this year, we are also circulating material that provides key facts about the current epidemic and outlines measures that employees can take to prevent it from spreading.”

Staff writers Joe Parker, Pat Fox, Julia Grochowski, Adam Darby and Candy Waylock contributed to this report.

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BLACK BOX SPECIAL REPORT: HOMELESS IN THE ‘BURBS PART II

‘You shouldn’t be fighting that

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — On a near-freezing night in late-January, a small group of volunteers and one Roswell Police Officer found a group of three men outside the Shell gas station off Holcomb Bridge Road.

The men, surrounded by a few bags filled with all of their worldly belongings, were but a portion of the 39 people located that night during the annual Point in Time Homeless Count.

“I’m just trying to not die,” said Guillermo Ammon, 36. “I go to jail just to live a few more months. It’s really sad how many homeless people are out there. It’s out of control.”

Just three years ago, Ammon said he had a steady, well-paying job. But he began struggling with drugs and alcohol and ultimately faced felony charges and was put on probation.

When he landed in Roswell, life didn’t get any easier.

After stealing a tent from Walmart because he “had no other option,” he fell and hit his head twice during a recent cold spell. After he was released from the hospital, he was so frustrated with being homeless he went to a Waffle House and begged them to call the cops on him. He tried a number of ways to get arrested, including drinking in front of the police and asking if he had a warrant out for him, but the cops didn’t budge.

Eventually, the officers had to take him to a psychiatric hospital after he threatened suicide. He stayed there for six days before he was out on the street again.

“You shouldn’t be fighting that hard for basic needs,” he said. “They gave me about 30 numbers to call for homeless shelters. I called almost all and couldn’t get in anywhere. I had already talked to half of them.”

Back on the streets, Ammon tries often to get employment. He walks to Home Depot to see if he can get a job working day labor.

This is often successful until his bad luck comes into play. Recently, he was in the parking lot walking to the store when he was struck by a pickup truck.

The driver paid him $350 and Ammon took it to a Super 8 hotel where he stayed for four nights. When his money ran out, he was homeless again and ended up at the Shell gas station, planning to stay in a nearby shed for

NORTH FULTON COMMUNITY CHARITIES/SPECIAL

Volunteers receive training in preparation of the annual homeless census count. The maps on the wall provide suggested areas that may harbor homeless individuals. the foreseeable future.

This story is not uncommon for Metro Atlanta’s homeless.

Where to go when it’s cold During the annual count, Roswell Police Officer Samuel Wolfson said police will often find the majority of the people sleeping in their cars. Many have jobs, but can’t afford to live in the area.

While the police can’t force anyone to go anywhere, local businesses sometimes allow the homeless to come inside and warm up, especially when nighttime temperatures drop below freezing.

“On a colder night, there are fewer (homeless people) out,” Wolfson said.

“They get to their spots and burrow in early like 5 p.m. before the sun sets because it’s safe and warmer. They go through the dumpster to find warm things like cardboard. Public restrooms are also used because they’re mostly heated and unlocked at night. But some of those are starting to get locked overnight due to getting vandalized.”

While Wolfson keeps up with the local homeless population, he did not know the three men his group found.

Other participating law enforcement

By the numbers • For 2017, 494 households, made up of 757 people and 198 kids, visited North Fulton Community Charities for some form of assistance.

• Of that number, 12 percent of the total number of households NFCC interacted with were homeless.

• In 2016, the homeless represented about 10 percent of the households who came to NFCC for help.

• In 2015, that number was 7 percent. faced similar situations that night, with one officer only recognizing one of the 10 homeless people his group found.

Most of the 39 homeless people counted that night were males between 21 and 60-years-old, according to North Fulton Community Charities Executive Director Barbara Duffy.

The count is mandated nationally through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development as part of their homeless services program.

“Unsheltered homeless people are an important subpopulation of home-

less persons and their characteristics and needs must be accommodated within any strategy to reduce homelessness,” the department said in a guide for counting unsheltered people. “Collecting good baseline data about this subpopulation is essential to understanding the causes of homelessness and to designing effective responses, and can be used as a basis for comparison in future years.”

By completing the count, groups like NFCC receive funding, which the organization uses to hire a fulltime social worker dedicated to the homeless.

To coordinate funding, the Fulton County Homeless Continuum of Care was created. Because the county is so vast, the counts and care are split between north and south with NFCC as the base site for the northern portion of the county. The City of Atlanta has its own program.

This year, the 26 volunteers gathered at NFCC ventured out into the dark and cold side streets, alleyways and behind buildings in Roswell, Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek and Sandy Springs.

The volunteers included five police officers from Alpharetta and Roswell, along with a few formerly homeless individuals who provided some idea

hard for basic needs’

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A camp for the homeless is discovered in the wooded area behind a local car dealership next to Ga. 400. A cardboard box made into a sleeping pad was found under a set of stairs behind a business.

It’s really easy to live in North Fulton and not have any concept of the scope of the homelessness in our own community.”

BARBARA DUFFY North Fulton Community Charities Executive Director

of where the homeless typically are located, so they led most groups.

Getting an accurate count This year’s count of 39 found was “disappointing,” Duffy said, but she added that could be due to the cold weather, because some might have been in bars or gas stations warming up.

“We know it’s an undercount because we are seeing a significant number in regular business,” Duffy said. “We did 45 hotel stays in January.

Part of that is it was cold and we were more likely to get folks housed if we knew they didn’t have a place. It is a high number for us to spring for a hotel because it’s not a good solution. It only buys a few days and it doesn’t solve

anything other than getting them out of the cold.”

For 2017, 494 households, made up of 757 people and 198 kids, visited North Fulton Community Charities for some form of assistance.

Of that, 12 percent of the total number of households NFCC interacted with were homeless.

In 2016, the homeless represented about 10 percent of the households who came to NFCC for help. In 2015, that number was 7 percent, so it’s climbing, Duffy said.

“We aren’t unique with the big undercount,” Duffy said. “Everybody probably feels the same. If we were to count when the weather was nice, we might see more people out and about.

But would the passion that goes with worrying about this population be there if it’s 70 degrees? This is when it’s most important that folks are served, when it’s cold.”

The federal government is moving away from funding shelters, she said, because they believe it’s better to put someone into long-term housing immediately.

She thinks that is risky because many of these people often aren’t financially able to maintain that situation.

“Many folks who’ve become homeless have so many issues, so there needs to be this in-between step where they get temporary housing and the services they get with it, then move slowly toward independence,” she said.

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Volunteers walk behind abandoned shopping malls to look for homeless dwellings.

How to address the issue The North Fulton Poverty Task Force, a group created primarily to lessen homelessness, is working on a variety of ways to combat the problem.

It suggests an immediate housing center that would include a comprehensive assessment and referrals to local housing. If there weren’t any current referrals, the homeless could sleep in the center that night until a placement can be arranged.

The shelter center is currently in the works, she said, while they’re deciding who should take that on — a business or group already working with the homeless, or something new entirely.

For the center to be successful at

all, she said the community needs to be willing to accept it, an issue often encountered in North Fulton.

First, they need to be knowledgeable about the need, she said.

“It’s really easy to live in North Fulton and not have any concept of the scope of the homelessness in our own community,” Duffy said. “We have been using our efforts to share that information with those who will listen and building support. We anticipate there could be some folks who agree with the concept that it’s needed but ‘I don’t want it in my community or close to here.’ Any documentation, like the count, that we can put together will build the support. We need all of our community together.”

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One question I get about my Appalachian Trail hike is “why” – why did you do it, walk those 2,200 miles – and the answer I give is that I wanted to stop time.

The older I got, RAY APPEN the faster time Publisher ray@appenmediagroup.com seemed to be passing me by. Birthdays turned into blurs. Seasons kept arriving sooner and sooner. Putting up Christmas decorations and taking them down seemed to be blending into one event.

And I felt like a bystander on the side of the road watching the traffic speed by one car after another while I stood motionless – and helpless – and just watched.

That depressed me. I felt like I had a leak or a hole in myself that was emptying the life out of me.

It wasn’t always like this. When I was a kid it seemed like summer vacation lasted for years. Weekends stretched on and on. Christmas vacation seemed to be months long. The first 10 years of life seemed to last an eternity.

I read something that said the reason time seems slower when we’re young is that so much of life is a new experience and that humans seem to perceive the passing of time using new experiences as bookends – as beginning and ending points. The more new experiences one has, the more sets of bookends. When our lives are routine and every day seems the same, it all blends together and becomes one big passing blur; time feels like it is flying by at a high speed because we’re not stopping to focus and engage with new experiences.

New experiences naturally create engagement, and the more engaged we are, the longer time seems to last. If you’re engaged, you notice more and you experience more. It takes “time” to walk through a museum and absorb the art. It takes time to have conversations with others if you really listen and participate in the exchange. It takes time – to participate in book clubs, to notice blooming flowers or to attend a symphony. That is, one slows down because it takes time to pay attention and be engaged – whether it is listening to the cicadas at night, walking down a deserted beach looking for shark’s teeth, or looking for meteors in the night sky.

Creating new experiences increases our engagement, which in turn breaks

up the progression of time – at least in our awareness.

Remember those scenes in movies when the film turns to slow motion as the characters are experiencing some traumatic event or an emergency situation like a car wreck or being shot or, as in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, when they are jumping off that cliff? Well, those are times of intense engagement – every detail is being seen and experienced with acute focus, and time literally stops sometimes or slows to a crawl.

I remember falling asleep while I was driving down I-95 returning from college. I woke up on the side of the interstate going about 80. The second my front tires touched the pavement as I tried to get back on the road, my car started doing 360s across the two lanes. My instant reaction was to turn the steering wheel against the spin. Then, time literally stopped as I remembered that in a spin you are supposed to turn with the spin – not against it – and the next thing I knew I was completely on the other side of the interstate in the grass.

But for the blink of an eye, in the middle of the road traveling around 80, sideways, my car froze and time stopped briefly while I recalled a lesson that I probably learned in a drivers-ed class a thousand years ago.

So hiking the Trail offered me the opportunity to experience new things constantly – from walking down a new trail into the forest in all kinds of weather every day, to having to search for water and a place to camp continuously, to focusing intensely on where my feet were stepping each and every step – to avoid falling or stepping on varmints - (approximately five million steps ), to meeting new hikers and, at least once a week, either hitchhiking or walking into some strange town to resupply, shower, and eat.

Every single day was new. Almost every single moment was new. “Engagement” became a hardwired condition – at least out on the trail – that I am certain, changed parts of me permanently.

One stayed engaged. One’s senses stayed on high alert continuously. And, the first 500 miles of my hike, which probably took almost two months, seemed like they took a lifetime to complete. I very quickly was able to affirm to myself that my goal of slowing down the passage of time had been a resounding success. And now, posttrail, all I have to do is remember those lessons and apply them in a bit more of a more challenging environment. I can do this.

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Roswell’s economic development forecast My favorite part about the start of a new year is the chance it gives us to reflect on all that’s been accomplished the past 12 months and look forward to what’s ahead in the coming year.

STEVE STROUD By the Numbers Executive Director Roswell Inc In 2017, Roswell Inc worked to support 82 business attraction and recruitment projects, 40 retention projects, 66 expansion projects, 44 ribbon cuttings, 13 new opportunity zone certifications and 165 one-on-one meetings with local businesses.

New Business Class Hotels Last spring, we released the key findings from a hotel feasibility study we commissioned, which confirmed what our team knew anecdotally – that we desperately need to increase the number of quality hotel options in Roswell or we would continue losing business travelers and city revenue to our neighboring cities.

Those findings helped us secure two hotel deals off Westside Parkway — a Home 2 Suites by Hilton and a

Springhill Suites by Marriott — that we had been involved with for two years.

Both projects are set to break ground in 2018. This also helped us secure interest from a third hotel, which is currently going through the approval process at City Hall.

Large Recruitment Projects Three of the most exciting projects we welcomed to Roswell last year include Delta Dental’s expansion in Sanctuary Park, which brings 200 new jobs; Kamstrup’s new North American headquarters off Hembree Road, which brings 52 new jobs; and Fuqua Development’s mixed-use project on the corner of Highway 9 and Sun Valley, which brings 400 new jobs, 300 multifamily units, a much-needed grocery store in the area and walkability to the city’s largest employer—GM Innovation Center.

Breweries & Craft Beer Five years ago, Roswell Inc took more than 60 community leaders to Asheville, North Carolina, to learn about its highly-acclaimed brewery industry.

This group included elected officials, city staff, and local Roswell business owners and civic leaders.

Upon our return, we worked hand-

In 2018, we will see Roswell’s first meadery, which is a winery for wine made from honey. By 2019, we are confident we will welcome Roswell’s first distillery. in-hand with our elected officials and city staff to create Roswell’s first microbrewery ordinance, which allowed Gate City Brewing Company and Abbey of the Holy Goats to open in 2015. This past November, both Variant Brewing Company and From The Earth Brewing Company opened their doors, which now brings our total to four.

After the city of Atlanta, we are now tied for 2nd with Decatur and Savannah for having the highest number of breweries in the entire state of Georgia.

A Look Ahead to 2018 To build on our city’s economic suc-

cess, we will focus on three key areas in 2018.

First, we will actively pursue an innovation and coworking space to support our entrepreneurs. In 2017, we visited several in the region and began discussions with stakeholders, and we are now ready to pull together a team to make this happen in Roswell.

Second, we will continue adapting to the changing retail market through our partnership with NextSite, a leading retail research firm, that will allow us to pull and analyze data about retail trends and shopping patterns and use the information to help current businesses and shopping centers as well as proactively recruit the right projects for Roswell.

Third, we will continue to focus on the craft beer, wine and spirits industry. In 2018, we will see Roswell’s first meadery, which is a winery for wine made from honey.

By 2019, we are confident we will welcome Roswell’s first distillery. And, of course, we will continue to focus on growing the brewery and craft beer scene. Our goal is to solidify Roswell’s position as one of the top destinations in the state for this emerging industry by 2020.

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LETTER TO EDITOR

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Serving your community Martin Luther King, Jr. said it best, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, what are you doing for others?”

Volunteering in our community is a passion of mine. It is an honor and privilege to use my God given talents for the sake of others. North Fulton and Cherokee are full of great communities and the opportunities to get involved are abundant.

As a fourth-generation volunteer firefighter, I serve side-by-side with my fellow public safety professionals protecting life and property. It is a unique opportunity to give back. Not everyone has to run into burning houses to help.

Others support our firefighters and police officers with our Public Safety Foundation by raising money and taking care of our heroes in their time of need.

We have several great organizations which help our military heroes from care packages to wonder warriors. No

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Roswell Rotary is a shining example of so many doing so much good and living up to our motto of: Service Above Self.

You may be asking why I would want to spend my spare time helping the community even after my position as an elected official? A better question would be, why not? You will never regret missing an hour of TV, but you will treasure positively impacting your community, state and country. You will network, learn new experiences and become a better person. Believe it or not, you will be the biggest benefactor of your volunteer time.

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“That test destroyed me” and “That test was a killer” are phrases heard following a test, particularly when the test taker knows that he or she did not do well.

We all know we have to take a test to be even considered for college. The college will then help us get on the best career path. Why should the next 40 to 60 years of my life, career and happiness or proof of my scholarly potential depend primarily on that one test?

The flaws of tests and exams being critical in academic learning evaluations are endless. Without an SAT or ACT, most universities will not even consider an application.

Consider the scenarios that could negatively affect a student’s performance on a test: an emergency in the family; a dreadful day; or anxiety.

This is not to mention the time limit breathing down the test takers’ neck — knowing that one wrong answer could bring them to their demise.

The problem isn’t just in national, state and local criterion exams, tests are problems in traditional school

classrooms. In a traditional classroom setting, students are trained to prepare for a test, not to actually master the subject.

Aside from increasing a student’s stress level at a young age, which is psychologically unhealthy, tests are losing their value because students are finding sly ways to improve their performance other than studying or reviewing — by cheating.

In the end, a test, which has room for countless imperfections, plays too big of a role in whether a college will accept me. The simplistic way to view the worst-case scenario is a poor score on a standardized college admission exam means no college. No college means no career. No career means no money. No money equals no life.

Now, ponder the logic of an exam with several faults determining a person’s future. A single test outcome may be the start of a bright future or an event that could potentially ruin a life – all because it destroyed me with its many “problems.”

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Workshop sharpens focus on North Point’s future Planners envision rebranding area to attract visitors

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Local residents helped hone future plans for Alpharetta’s North Point District Jan. 31 at City Hall in the third in a series of workshops the city is sponsoring.

Eric Bosman, designer and planner with Kimley-Horn consultants, said plans for development of the area have been in the works since 2007-08 when the city adopted a Livable Cities Initiative that would help draw grant funding to improve resident connectivity to shopping, restaurants and other activities.

Over the past 10 years, Bosman said, many of those initiatives have been realized in projects like the landscaping of interchanges along Ga. 400, traffic signal timing improvements on Haynes Bridge and Mansell roads and the Encore Parkway Bridge, which allows safe pedestrian connectivity over Ga. 400 to

the Big Creek Greenway.

But, there are other developments in the area the old plan did not anticipate, he said. The plan didn’t anticipate the loss of Toys R Us or the difficulties of Sears and strip malls.

“A lot of the big-box retailers, 10 years later, are really facing some detrimental conditions,” Bosman said.

The revised plan will focus primarily on the east and south side of Ga. 400, calling upon city planners and residents to consider future investments in parks, sidewalks and infrastructure to make the North Point area livelier.

These investments could include public art, more greenspace, anything to add to the experience, Bosman said.

The idea would be to “rebrand the North Point area from what was the 1990s and 2000s shopping district to into whatever it wants and needs to be in the 2020s.”

The initial phase of this rebranding began last summer and involved studying the area and assessing current market conditions, the commercial vacancies, the property values and the existing infrastructure, Bosman said.

The next phase was to identify which areas require the most attention.

At an October workshop, attendees helped draw up plans for what these areas needed for improvement.

From these first two phases, four key ideas surfaced: • Create a “park once and walk everywhere” environment for people to enjoy a network of green spaces programmed with events and public art.

• Create multi-modal connections parallel to North Point Parkway closer to existing retail centers.

• Encourage redevelopment of large areas of surface parking to support a grid of new streets lined by street-fronting buildings.

• Improve the area’s retail balance to offer a mix of destinations and quality retailers to draw day and night visitors.

Right now, Bosman said, the general consensus is that high-end retailers have landed primarily at Avalon and in Downtown. The plan for North Point, he said, would be to diversify the offerings to include more price points for retail, dining and entertainment.

Recommendations for such diversity were based on the market potential for

the area.

“The area is so vast,” Bosman said.

“There is over a million square feet of retail out there. There’s no way you can take Avalon and apply it to the North Point District.”

Instead, the plan developed over the course of the past eight months suggests strategic placement of revitalized retail and greenspace and trails taking the place of some parking areas.

As the plan develops, Bosman said, it will provide a framework the city can work within when it considers future land use.

Those uses should not be exclusively retail, but a mix, possibly office and residential, he said.

“If we’re banking on the future of the North Point District being a complete, strong, viable retail district, we’re probably in some trouble,” Bosman said. “We’ve got to start to think about in the next generation, where retail is challenged, how do you integrate other uses that strengthen the retail and make it more viable?”

The North Point plan is wending its way through the planning process now and is expected to be considered by the City Council in the coming weeks.

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Alpharetta likely to vote for new mayor May 22 Election may also feature two City Council posts

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Alpharetta Mayor David Belle Isle announced Monday that he will resign his post Feb. 21, clearing the way for a May 22 election that will likely include three positions on the City Council.

Last April, Belle Isle declared his intention to run for Georgia Secretary of State, leaving Alpharetta residents to vote on a successor to fill out the remainder of his term, which ends in December 2019.

“I’m in my second of two possible terms as mayor. It is the best job I ever had,” Belle Isle said at the opening of Monday’s City Council meeting. “The successes that we’ve seen, the changes that we’ve seen, from downtown to Avalon to the technology industry to Tech Alpharetta to the Alpha Loop – all these things that we’ve had such fun being part of are some of the things

that make me think I could do some things for a larger body, that would be the state of Georgia.”

By setting a date for his resignation, Belle Isle ends months of speculation about the composition of the city’s government going into this year.

Qualifying for state office runs from March 5-9. Had Belle Isle waited to step down until then, the election to fill his post would have likely been pushed back to November, leaving Alpharetta without a mayor for eight months.

Not only that, but because two members of the City Council are expected to file to fill the mayor’s seat, the seven-member council could have potentially operated for much of the year with three seats vacant.

Councilman Jim Gilvin declared his intention to run for mayor last month.

Councilman Chris Owens, the longest-serving member on the council, confirmed after Monday night’s meeting that he’s made no secret he intends to run as well, although he’s made no official announcement.

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New council, mayor begin discussion on downtown parking

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell’s new mayor and City Council took the first step Monday to make good on their promise to address one of the city’s major issues - downtown parking.

Key city officials held a special called work session at City Hall to discuss the issue with an overflowing room of residents and business owners.

“We need free public parking in the Historic District,” said Ryan Pernice, owner of Table & Main and Osteria Mattone on behalf of the Historic Roswell Business Association. “The question is not if there is a parking problem. There is a parking problem in Downtown Roswell. The question is what we’re going to do about it.”

It’s an issue that has plagued the city for decades, with talk about a parking deck stretching as far back as 2003. Some property owners who have lived in Roswell for over 20 years noted that they are still having the same conversations about parking as they had when they first moved in.

And the problem has only been getting worse in the recent years, said Go With The Flow owner David Schubert.

Customers get frustrated when they can’t find parking and just go somewhere else, which has been “horribly affecting” the businesses, leading to closures, he added.

It has also been damaging the city’s culture and art scene, said local artist Shanon Schneider. Fewer

and fewer people are coming to enjoy what once was a thriving art scene, because they simply can’t find parking, he said.

Many residents suggested that a proposed hotel in downtown, along with the lack of free parking on Canton Street, would only make the situation worse.

Many agreed that opening City Hall parking would be a good option. Some of the ideas raised included better lit paths, more signage advertising free parking, a bridge either over or under Ga. 9, or some form of public transportation, such as golf carts, linking City Hall with Canton Street.

It shouldn’t be the only solution, however, but part of the solution, participants said.

People who park at City Hall, after all, must still use two crosswalks before they reach their destination and are unlikely to venture to the northern end of the Historic District.

Other options include creating designated spots where ride-sharing programs — like Uber and Lyft — could pick up and drop off visitors, opening parking at the Southern Skillet property, or building a parking deck, possibly west of the Mimosa Street extension.

Former mayor Jere Wood said he was “embarrassed” that nothing happened during his term and urged the current council to build at least a Mimosa Street parking deck.

City officials suggested conducting a parking study to update the last one conducted in 2012, but that proposal drew opposition from many attendees at the meeting.

Mayor Lori Henry said the council would review

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1936 Olympics documentary to have showing February 10

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — A critically-acclaimed documentary on the 1936 Olympics will be screened locally Feb. 10, just in time for the Winter Olympic Games.

Written and directed by local filmmaker Deborah Riley Draper, “Olympic Pride, American Prejudice” chronicles the lives of 18 African-American Olympians as they braved both Jim Crow and Adolf Hitler to compete at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin, Germany. The screening will be hosted at 5 p.m., Feb. 10 at Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 888 Zion Circle, Roswell.

The film takes place in a racially-divided America, as the country struggled between boycotting and participating in the games.

Ultimately, the 18 athletes, 16 men and two women, brought home eight gold medals. Popular memory has immortalized only one of them – Jesse Owens, who earned four medals alone for running events. This documentary traces the stories of the other 17.

“As a filmmaker, I am inspired and eager to shine light on the untold and intentionally and unintentionally dismissed stories, voices and characters that make up the rich tapestry of African-American history,” Draper said. “‘Olympic Pride, American Prejudice’ follows 18 African Americans who are little known but the impact of their efforts at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin is a seminal moment in civil rights, the integration of sports and the use of sports as a social justice platform.

It’s an unbelievable story and we are honored to tell it.”

“Olympic Pride, American Prejudice” is narrated by executive producer and actor Blair Underwood and features Carl Lewis, Isiah Thomas, Andrew Young and Lonnie Bunch III. It includes rare archival footage and photos.

Interviews include the families of the Olympians, 1936 Olympic spectators and sports historians.

Produced in 2016, the film has been nominated for the 2017 NAACP Image Awards and is produced by Coffee Bluff Pictures. It runs 79 minutes and is not rated.

Draper will be present at the screening along with a panel to answer questions about the documentary. Special guests include Venus Lacy, a 1996 Olympic Gold Medalist for women’s basketball. CBS46 news anchor Tracye Hutchins will moderate.

The screening is hosted by Boy Scout Troops from Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Troop 206, and St. James United Methodist Church, Troop 2206. The screening will double as a fundraiser for both troops and their programs.

“Olympic Pride, American Prejudice” will run as a part of the Roswell Roots Festival, one of Georgia’s largest celebrations of African-American history and culture in recognition of Black History Month.

Tickets start at $5 and can be purchased in-person or at bit.ly/2nKIIsu. For information on the film and to see the trailer, visit 1936olympicsmovie. com.

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Norton: Forsyth County needs to watch ‘anti-growth’ vision

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Frank Norton, noted real estate expert in north Georgia, warned Forsyth County against following an “anti-growth” path as it continues to draw residents.

In his annual NORTON “Norton Native Intelligence Forecast” presented in Gainesville recently, Norton said anti-growth sentiment has been spreading, and that could cripple the area economy.

Each year, Norton takes the economic vital signs of the region and lists what he thinks the cities and counties are doing well and where they can improve.

This year’s report listed some of the key economic events of the past year.

In 2017, the state recorded the largest spike in population in its history, now home to 10.42 million people, making it the eighth most populous state in the nation.

That surge has spurred Georgia families to move from in-town neighborhoods to the suburbs in search of better schools and more family-friendly recreation.

However with all the new arrivals, Norton said the anti-growth sentiment is spreading across municipalities, with some counties forcing changes in governing commissions and government visions.

“We have a world gone crazy,” Norton said. “When the market was bad, county officials and staff were begging,

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19,272

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Banks

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209k

Barrow

12,401

79,264

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Barrow

187k

245k

Cherokee

20,003

249,535

1,147%

Cherokee

289k

322k

Clarke

25,613

125,118

388%

Dawson

293k

234k

Dawson

3,502

24,624

703%

Forsyth

365k

408k

Gilmer

224k

342k

Gwinnett

273k

330k

Fannin

12,969

25,028

93%

Forsyth

10,624

225,443

2,022%

Franklin

15,902

22,943

44%

Habersham

207k

262k

Gilmer

7,344

30,754

318%

Hall

272k

283k

Gwinnett

27,853

950,633

3,313%

Jackson

227k

226k

Hall

30,313

202,442

568%

Hart

15,174

26,177

73%

Jackson

21,609

66,167

206%

Lumpkin

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32,916

568%

Madison

14,921

29,426

97%

Oconee

8,082

37,832

368%

Ogelthorpe

12,927

15,357

19%

Pickens

9,687

31,686

227%

Rabun

6,331

16,807

165%

Stephens

11,740

25,930

121%

Towns

4,346

11,619

167%

Union

6,340

23,293

267%

Walton

21,118

92,709

339%

White

6,056

29,688

390%

‘What can we do for you? What do you need? We will do everything we can to make it work.’’’

But now, he said, the tone has flipped.

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verse its stellar pro-business, pro-executive housing course with an emerging anti-growth county vision with roadblocks on development, permitting and code approval,” Norton said. “It’s amazing to see a staunch 95 percent Republican voting community supporting an antibusiness, anti-growth agenda.”

The county was once heralded as the shining star of progressive economic activity it’s dangerously close to erasing, Norton said.

“The ‘we can do anything, we are unstoppable boosterism’ [has been replaced] with a ‘go home leave us alone’ rally cry,” Norton said. “The losers are the citizens of Forsyth. The winners are the citizens of Dawson, Pickens, Hall and Gwinnett standing in line, waiting to pick up the pieces.”

One of Forsyth’s biggest assets is Lake Lanier, and lake house pricing is nearing what it cost in 2006 with inventory 30 to 40 percent down depending on price segment, he said.

When the market was bad, county officials and staff were begging, ‘What can we do for you? What do you need? We will do everything we can to make it work.’’’

FRANK NORTON North Georgia real estate expert “Home sellers are enjoying a steady market with prices edging up about 5 percent in 2017,” Norton said. “Those sellers with deep water are clearly winners with low water properties patiently holding off the market until a full pool returns.”

Buyer activity is high, but with low inventory, it can be frustrating for a buyer to find a home that fits their needs, he said. Homes listed under $500,000 are in high demand with less than 60 days on the market. These homes are receiving multiple offers, and some are on the market for just days, he added.

“Lake lots are selling again, prices ranging from the $200s in multi-slip communities up to luxury lots from the $400s up,” Norton said. “A recent lot sale in Forsyth County sold for $800,000 in 2017. Custom homes are once again popping up on the lake, as lots and tear downs are seeing new builds.”

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Rates jump; and a brief history of the mortgage It’s risky to put Industry experts began each of the past four years predicting a steep rise in mortgage interest rates. And each year they were proven wrong.

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Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com When rates dropped below 5 percent in 2008, it was the first time they’d been that low since the 1940s and 1950s. During World War II, very few people were buying houses, and rates dropped into the 4 percent range. But once our soldiers returned home and our country began to try to normalize, rates went up back over 5 percent.

Mortgages started to come more into fashion in the early 1900s, but they looked a lot different than they do today. Back then, banks took all of the risk. As such, the terms were less favorable. Most loans required a 50 percent down payment and called the loans due after five years. It wasn’t until the Great Depression and the creation of the Federal Housing Administration that mortgages became more affordable for the average homebuyer.

You have heard of FHA, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, the VA, and maybe even USDA. But you may not know exactly what they do. These organizations essentially take risk off of the banks by establishing guidelines and telling banks that if they underwrite the loans according to those guidelines, they will compensate them in one way or another should the borrower default on the loan.

Essentially, the only risk to the bank is that they underwrite the loan properly. Of course that risk is not to be overlooked.

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This year, the tax reform bill passed.

Inflation finally started rising, and every economic indicator is hinting at a strong economy. loans were being underwritten properly pretty much fell apart in the years leading up to the collapse of our economy in 2008. As described so well in Michael Lewis’s book “The Big Short,” the appetite for mortgages on Wall Street became so strong, that the ratings agencies were pressured to turn a blind eye to the weak lending practices that ultimately spread rampant throughout the mortgage industry.

Lenders were making FHA, Fannie Mae, etc. loans that really weren’t those kinds of loans. Plus they were making loans that weren’t backed by an agency like the FHA. They were ‘portfolio’ loans where the bank assumed all the risk and underwrote according to their own guidelines. And the appetite for loans was so strong that companies were buying and selling those kinds of loans, too. It was completely wild-west and ultimately collapsed our economy.

After the downturn, the Federal Reserve dialed back it’s short-term interest rate to 0 percent and started buying bonds at about $90 billion a month – two moves which dropped rates to their lowest levels in recorded history in November of 2012. Average rates for a 30-year Fannie Mae loan were at about 3.3 percent.

Rates were supposed to rise above 5 percent by the end of 2014. But instability kept popping up around the

globe, including a skirmish between Israel and Palestine, the rise of ISIS and the Russian invasion of Crimea.

These factors kept the economy cautious and interest rates low.

In 2015, the same optimism ensued – right up until oil prices dropped and China’s growth rate lowered for the first time in a very long time. In 2016, we worried about China, then Europe found it hard to find traction.

In 2017, we got the surprise of Donald Trump winning the presidency. Only this actually pushed rates up, as investors raced to put money into companies they thought would do well.

That lasted right up until the healthcare bill failed and folks pulled off the gas, waiting to see if the new president could actually do what he said he would do.

This year, the tax reform bill passed. Inflation finally started rising, and every economic indicator is hinting at a strong economy. Since January 1, we’ve seen our steepest increase in rates in about two years.

The average 30-year rate started the year at 4.03 percent and sits today at 4.35 percent.

With the Fed calling for several more increases to its short-term rate this year, one would expect mortgage rates to keep going up and over 5 percent. Or at least until the next surprise pops up.

Geoff Smith is a mortgage banker with Assurance Financial focusing on residential home loans for refinances and home purchases.

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FOR KIDS: “DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, THE LONG HAUL”

POUND CAKE COOK-OFF

Roswell will host its third fourth Pound Cake Cook-Off. Guests are invited to taste pound cake and vote for their favorite entries. First and second place will be awarded in each category. A People’s Choice Award will also be given to the participant with the most votes from guests. The cook-off will be held Saturday, Feb. 10, 12:30-3:30 p.m. at the Bill Johnson Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell. For more information and registration, visit roswellgov.com.

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EVENTS:

PINSTRIPES & POLKA DOTS ROSWELL MARDI GRAS BALL

What: Enjoy a dinner buffet with New Orleans flair and a Roaring ‘20s theme.

There will be live music and a charity auction.

When: Saturday, Feb. 10, 7-11 p.m.

Where: The Country Club of Roswell, 2500 Club Springs Drive, Roswell Cost: Tickets are $150 More info and tickets: facebook.com/ roswellmardigrasball

CHOPIN SOCIETY OF ATLANTA: SERGEI BABAYAN PIANO RECITAL

What: Winner of the first prize in numerous competitions, Sergei Babayan has been “hailed for his emotional intensity, bold energy and remarkable levels of color.”

When: Sunday, Feb. 11, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $10 More info and tickets: chopinatlanta. org

BETTER TOGETHER

What: Learn about gold standard companion health care for your pets, what to expect during a wellness exam and how to find reliable internet resources.

When: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: Milton City Hall, 2006 Heritage Walk, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us

GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN ALPHARETTA

What: Learn about the latest public projects and developments. The Director of Community Development will be available to present information and answer questions.

When: Wednesday, Jan. 31, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

“REMEMBER THE TITANS”

What: See the true story of a newly appointed African-American coach and his high school team on their first season as a racially integrated unit. For teenagers and adults.

When: Wednesday, Feb. 14, 4 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

COOKING CLASS: PARTYING IN THE FRENCH QUARTER

What: Learn how to make jambalaya, bbq shrimp, stuffed artichoke and Brennan’s Bananas Foster. Complimentary wine is served with dinner, and a free mini-tour of Barrington Hall is included.

When: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $50 per person More info and registration: roswellgov. com

BIG APPLE CIRCUS

What: See high wire performances, flying trapeze acts, daredevil roller skating, live comedy shows and more.

No wild or exotic animals are used.

When: Through Feb. 25, times vary Where: Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre, 1775 Founders Parkway, Alpharetta Cost: Tickets start at $25 More info: bigapplecircus.com

What:See as Greg schemes to use his family trip to Meemaw’s 90th birthday party as an opportunity to sneak into a video game convention. For ages 5 and up.

When: Friday, Feb. 9, 4 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

NORTH FULTON HIGH SCHOOL EXHIBITION

What: See the artworks of some of the best local high school art students.

When: Jan. 19-Feb. 2, all day Where: Roswell Visual Arts Center, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: THE FACE OF ART, KIP ROGERS EXHIBITION RECEPTION What: Kip Rogers has been teaching a variety of local painting and drawing classes to both children and adults for over 25 years.

When: Friday, Feb. 9, 7-9 p.m.; gallery on display through March 2 Where: Roswell Visual Ats Center, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

“EVOLUTION: A DANCER’S JOURNEY” What: Join the Roswell Dance Starz for their Winter Concert “Evolution: A Dancer’s Journey,” showcasing their dancers from ages 7-18.

When: Saturday, Feb. 10, 1 and 6 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $12 More info and tickets: roswellgov.com

JANE L. POWELL, “THE GODDESS OF SOUL”

What: Jane Powell is a versatile singer who performs a blend of classic R&B songs, blues tunes, jazz standards and gospel anthems.

When: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 8-10 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $30; season passes for the Live! in Roswell series are $75 More info or tickets: roswellgov.com

“SOUTHERN SIRENS”

SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: TAMARA BOGGS What: Tamara Y. Boggs is a freelance visual artist residing in metro Atlanta whose mediums are acrylic and oil paint, graphite and charcoal.

When: Through Feb. 12, all day Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: “WORD AND IMAGES”

What: The exhibit will convey the different stages in a woman’s life through the theme “Lies, Truth and Heart.”

When: Feb. 13-March 30, all day Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

LIBRARY EVENTS: VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION

What: Volunteer orientations last one hour and include a tour, shelving instructions and everything you’ve ever wanted to know about volunteering in a library.

When: Saturday, Feb. 10, 10-11 a.m.

Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: afpls.org or 770-640-3075

What: This comedy features a group of middle-aged ladies as they go on their annual beach getaway, only to find that a local homewrecker is attempting to pursue one of their husbands.

When: Through Feb. 25, times vary Where: The Cumming Playhouse, 101 School St., Cumming Cost: Tickets start at $22.50 More info and tickets: playhousecumming.com

BOOKS WITH PUPS – HUMANE HEARTS

PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGAMABOBS

What: Babatunde the Griot and his drummer Uncle Spirit will take children on a magical journey with creatively woven tales.

When: Saturday, Feb. 10, noon-1 p.m.

Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: afpls.org or 770-640-3075

What: This is the 6th Annual Juried Show by the Roswell Fine Arts Alliance.

When: Jan. 27 through April 2, times vary Where: Arts Center East Gallery, 9100 Fouts Road, Roswell More info: rfaa.org

What: Read to therapy dog Shadow with a Humane Hearts volunteer. Great for reluctant readers. Ages 5 and up.

When: Saturday, Feb. 10, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

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ADULT ART CLASS

What: Create a canvas project while enjoying coffee in a relaxed atmosphere. All levels welcome. Reservation required.

When: Saturday, Feb. 10, 2:30-4 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info and registration: afpls.org or 404-613-4050

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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS WORKSHOP

What: This two-hour crash course will teach everything about navigating the college admissions process. For teenagers and parents.

When: Sunday, Feb. 11, 2:30-4 p.m.

Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Alpharetta More info and registration: afpls.org or 770-360-8820

LEGO PLAY

What: Lego fans are invited to the library to build, create and have fun.

The library provides the LEGOs; you provide the know-how. Ages 4-12 When: Monday, Feb. 12, 3:30-5 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org

THE BEST NEST

What: Join the Atlanta Audubon Society to learn all about nesting birds.

Ages 5-11.

When: Wednesday, Feb. 14, 4-5 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info and registration: afpls.org

PET ADOPTIONS: FORSYTH COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER

What: Pet adoptions When: Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: The Forsyth County Animal Shelter, 4065 County Way, Forsyth County More info: 678-965-7185

FULTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES

What: Pet adoptions When: Every Saturday and Sunday, noon-5 p.m.

Where: PetSmart, 6370 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta Additional adoptions: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Fulton County Animal Services, 860 Marietta Blvd. NW, Atlanta More info: 404-613-4958

OF INTEREST ELSEWHERE: ATLANTA JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL

What: See diverse films from more than 24 covering everything from human rights, women in film religion and more.

When: Through Feb. 15, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.

Where: Various locations around Atlanta Cost: Tickets start at $12 More info: ajff.org

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“Rain, rain, go away…”

I found myself saying that last weekend as I sat on the sofa in the den and watched the deluge coming down outside the window. I’d kind of planned to do a little fishing, but the clouds apparently

had other ideas.

But you know what they say about making lemonade from lemons. Not being able to go fishing meant that I suddenly had several hours with absolutely nothing scheduled to do, so I decided to tie some flies instead.

“Fly tying” is the craft of making your own flies for fly fishing. It’s something I’ve enjoyed for many years, and there’s always something neat about fooling a trout on a fly that you’ve tied yourself.

What should I tie? Well, being as it’s the middle of winter, I decided to tie some “midges.”

Midges could be considered the official trout flies of wintertime. When the weather gets cold in January and February, mix of bugs on most trout streams shifts toward small. The fish often go for very small flies (and by “very small” I mean flies less than a quarter of an inch long). That’s small!

So midges were what I’d tied.

I’d seen just how effective midges can be the previous weekend, when I had a chance to fish the Delayed Harvest portion of Amicalola Creek with my good friend Scott Hodge. Briefly, “Delayed Harvest” is a special fisheries program that manages select sections of certain streams for catch and release fishing during the cold months of the year.

On Amicalola Creek, the Delayed Harvest water extends from Steele Bridge downriver to the bridge at Highway 53. It’s beautiful water, and we were excited about fishing it.

Amicalola Creek is accessible via parking areas at either end of the DH stretch, and as we pulled in and parked the car, we agreed that the day looked like a good one. Conditions were good. We wasted no time and quickly began gearing up.

That’s when I realized that I didn’t have the right wading boots.

Uh oh. Without wading boots, my fishing on Amicalola Creek was going to be nil.

Scott, being a good guy, said, “No

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The third cast was the charm for Scott Hodge while fishing at Amicalola Creek. problem! Let’s just do some hiking instead!” There is good hiking in the area, and I’ll take a look at some of it in a future column.

But Yours Truly, also a good guy, said, “No chance. We came to fish. You fish, and I’ll stay on the bank and take pictures!” And after a little more discussion, that’s what we decided to do.

At first, Scott tried a streamer fly (that is, a fly designed to imitate a minnow). Big and meaty, streamers often work very well in Amicalola Creek.

But the trout were having nothing of that, and after an hour or so Scott still hadn’t had a single hit.

That’s when I suggested trying one of those microscopic midges.

“Why don’t you try a Blue Assassin?” I suggested, referring to one popular midge pattern. So he switched to the microscopic fly.

First cast…nothing. Second cast…a strike but a miss.

Three was the charm. Scott’s third cast was rewarded with a strike from an impressive rainbow.

He netted the fish, admired it, and then slipped it back in the water as I cheered him on from the bank.

And that’s how it went for the rest of what turned out to be, by any measure, a banner day. Scott landed many fish over the next two or three hours, all on that tiny midge. As for me, I sat on the bank and took pictures. It really was okay, and I didn’t mind a

bit. In fact, I cheered out loud every time my buddy brought another trout to the net.

I don’t think I’ve had that much fun in a long time.

Sitting here now and tying flies while it rains, I thought back to that day of fishing (and non-fishing!) and realized that it offers a few helpful lessons.

Lesson one is to give the fish the fly they want and to remember that, in wintertime, that’s often something very small. If you’re a fly fisher, try some of those tiny midges on your next trip.

Sure, they’re tiny and hard to see, at least for the fisherman. But trout apparently spot ‘em with no problem, and you may be surprised at how well they work.

Lesson Two is to check to be sure you have the right wading gear before you get to the stream.

And Lesson Three, which may be the most significant of them all, is to remember that it’s just as much fun to watch your buddy catch fish as it is to catch fish yourself. That’s the way fishing is, and I’m okay with that.

Interested in learning more about fly fishing? Check out Steve Hudson’s book Flyfishing 101. It’s available from local outfitters and on Amazon, and signed copies are available direct from the author at chattahoocheemedia.com.

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Early screenings and changes in diet and exercise can save lives When people think of February, Valentine’s Day usually comes to mind. It’s often filled with hearts.

Chocolate hearts, hearts held in the paws of plush bears and heart-shaped jewelry. But there’s a DR. ANDERSON heart you cannot see and it may be in need of some love.

Every 42 seconds someone has a heart attack in the United States. In a year, 610,000 Americans die from heart disease, according to the American Heart Association. But many heart conditions are preventable through early heart screenings and changes in lifestyle.

The WellStar Cardiac Network is finding ways to fight heart disease and provide people with the support they need to be successful.

One of them is the Know Your Heart program, a screening that can help determine patients’ risk for heart disease, stroke and other serious conditions.

The WellStar Know Your Heart program is a preventive, self-pay screening program that offers two levels of testing performed at WellStar North Fulton Hospital. Patients can get basic or advanced screenings depending on their age, symptoms and risk factors.

“This is a very successful program offered by WellStar Health System ¬– and we’re excited to offer it here at

North Fulton,” said Hunt Anderson, M.D., medical director of North Fulton’s cardiology program. “We know that cardiovascular events like heart attacks or strokes can often be prevented if risk factors are addressed, so it is vital that our community be more proactive.”

The screening uses a combination of patient history and laboratory tests, as well as an optional cardiac CT scan, a rapid, low-radiation imaging test that looks for calcium buildup in the walls of the arteries that supply the heart; these tests can identify heart disease, possibly before someone shows any signs or symptoms.

“Each screening includes a consultation where we give the patient education on how to improve their risk factors going forward. If there is a specific risk that needs to be addressed immediately, we then arrange for the patient to discuss these results with a WellStar cardiologist,” Dr. Anderson said.

During the consultation, patients receive risk factor education, diet and exercise recommendations, as well as a personalized report to take home.

To determine eligibility and to schedule an appointment for a Know Your Heart screening call 770-756STAR (7827).

Does nutrition matter?

By Jonathan Stegall, MD Nutrition is one of the most confusing topics, especially as it relates to cancer treatment. If you are like most people, you probably wonder if you are eating the foods you should be eating, and if the effort will ultimately make a difference.

Thankfully, we have good research to guide us as to what we should – and should not – be eating.

Focus on organic fruits and vegetables for the bulk of your nutrition. High quality protein sources, such as grass fed beef, organic chicken, free range eggs, and occasionally, wild-caught fish (not farm raised) are all beneficial.

Some grains, especially organic oats and quinoa, are helpful. You should also be eating some healthy fat, such as coconuts, avocados, nuts, and nut

butters. These provide outstanding nutrition as well.

Avoid processed food that comes in a box or bag, as well as white sugar, white flour, high fructose corn syrup, artificial colors, artificial sweetDR. STEGALL eners, and trans fats.

These additives provide no benefit to the body, and in many cases, they can be harmful.

I explain to patients that getting quality vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from food is our foundation.

Don’t fall for the notion that nutrition doesn’t matter, or that you can simply take supplements to make up for a poor diet. I can be reached at (770) 551-2730.

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The demand for whiter teeth has spurred the many innovative technologies available to treat tooth discoloration. When considering tooth whitening it is important to it as a conservative, alternative treatment to whiten and lighten discolored teeth that would otherwise be treated with veneers or crowns.

Historically, dental whitening was performed in the dental office using a highly concentrated solution of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) and isolating the surrounding soft tissues to prevent contact with the whitening agent. Now there is a diverse number of whitening procedures available in the marketplace. These include: Whitening toothpastes that contain peroxide, enzymes, citrate and other products that augment the cleaning and helps minimize stains. These products are generally more abrasive to the tooth dentin but does increase the luster and esthetics of the teeth.

Over-the-counter (OTC) whitening products alloy for a variety of materials and delivery methods usually at a less expensive cost. Whitening strips containing a 10% H2O2 solution remain a popular technique and has been reported to be safe and effective.

In-office whitening is the initial technique of tooth whitening and uses a concentration of H2O2 up to 40% and have been the most effective and the fastest results. Due to the higher H2O2 concentration, there could be a higher incidence of dentinal sensitivity.

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Byline Dr. Stuart Newman More than 25 million Americans suffer from dry eye, a chronic, progressive disease that can cause tired, uncomfortable eyes, and blurred or fluctuating vision. In moderate to severe cases, it affects quality DR. NEWMAN of life by making it too difficult to keep the eyes open long enough to read, drive, watch a movie, or look at a computer.

Dr. Stuart Newman, a board certified ophthalmologist at Thomas Eye Group in Roswell, specializes in dry eye treatment and offers new treatment options that help provide relief to dry eye sufferers. Dr. Newman leads Thomas Eye Group’s Dry Eye Center of Excellence providing patients with state-of-the-art diagnostic testing and management of dry eye.

“Having dealt with dry eye myself, I understand my patients’ struggles and enjoy helping them find the perfect solution for their dry eye issue,” says Dr. Newman.

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vidualized depending on type of dry eye and severity. One of the new in-office treatment options that Dr. Newman offers for blepharitis is the BlephEx™ procedure. BlephEx eliminates the scurf, bacterial debris, and biofilm that builds up along the lid margin and improves the overall health of the eyelid.

Treatments are typically repeated every 4-6 months depending on the severity of the disease.

Patients can then begin to produce more of their own tears and reduce or eliminate the chronic and irritating symptoms associated with blepharitis and its subsequent dry eye disease.

In addition to BlephEx, Thomas Eye Group also offers BBL, Broad Band Light, as a treatment for Blepharitis induced dry eye.

In addition to the BlephEx™ procedure, we are excited to offer a new and innovative procedure called LipiFlow.

Dry eye is most commonly caused by MGD (Meibomian Gland Dysfunction) and the LipiFlow Thermal Pulsation System is a revolutionary way to treat MGD, not just the symptoms. Dr. Newman will evaluate your symptoms, tear film and gland function to determine the underlying cause of your dry eye symptoms and determine which treat-

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Elizabeth Barrett Browning wrote beautifully in her Sonnet 43 of all the ways that she felt love towards her husband. In this the month of love, I felt compelled to write of the very tangible ways that we can show our love to our family by preparing for the inevitable course of aging. One of the most loving things you can do for your family is to have a plan and provisions for when you begin to need care. Here is a short list of items to consider when addressing the future: *Legal Issues, Up-to-date will, durable power of attorney, living will, and Medicaid planning *Estate Plan, Tax implications on gifts and inheritance, trusts, and property ownership *Medical Expenses, Cost of longterm care, insurance, Medicare and Medicaid benefits *Medical Care, Doctors, specialists, list of medications, medical history *Housing and Care, Home modifications, senior communities, private caregivers, home safety

*End of Life Plan and Care, Hospice care, funeral arrangements, and living will wishes These items can seem overwhelming to accomplish all at once. We recommend with our clients that HENTSCHEL they take one or two items a year and find the best resource in the community to help you create a plan. Some arrangements may change over the course of the years, but to have some plan is better than no plan.

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Clear aligners and tooth colored braces made with ceramic brackets are practically invisible, and these are popular options for adults. Even the orthodontic wires can be tooth colored so people don’t even notice that you are in treatment. The time between appointments is now longer than it used to be, usually six weeks, due to improved treatment mechanics. That is good news for working people. More good news is how quickly patients begin to see an improvement in their smile.

One in four patients is now an adult! The American Association of Orthodontists attributes the rise in adult orthodontics to the improved self-esteem and self-confidence that comes with orthodontic treatment. Patients tell us their social lives improve after treatment, and we can see the changes that happen as people just smile more often and with more self-confidence.

Affordability of treatment is a frequent question, and there is good news here too. Orthodontists are one of the few healthcare professionals that offer payment plans, making monthly

Smile: Continued from Page 28 4. Blueberries, cherries and other highly pigmented foods tend to also discolor and stain your teeth over time.

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Your wedding day is a perfect opportunity to have the ‘picture perfect’ smile! Your wedding day is also probably the most photographed day of your life. Why not make those photos sparkle forever with a healthy, beautiful smile? mouth thoroughly.

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Swim and dive state champions crowned

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com ATLANTA — North Fulton and Forsyth County were well represented at the GHSA swim and dive state championship at Georgia Tech Feb. 1-3. Local programs captured multiple individual state championships and Blessed Trinity won the girls 4A-5A team state title.

Alpharetta (6A) Alpharetta compiled a strong showing in the finals on Saturday, with the boys finishing third in team scores and the girls fifth.

The boys were led by freshman Jerry Wu who placed sixth in 200-yard freestyle and 500-yard event. Wu, along with Charles Lu, Andy Cross and Phillip Kuznetsov, placed third in the 400yard freestyle relay. Alpharetta placed fourth in the 200-yard medley relay with Cross, Kuznetsov, Nathan Jin and Brandon Lu. In girls competition, Cali Murray placed second in the 200-yard freestyle and third in the 500.

The girls’ 400-yard freestyle relay finished fifth. The Raiders were fourth in the 200-yard freestyle relay. Alexandra Clark, Alicia Henry and Jenna Burnette all placed in the top 10 in individual competition.

Blessed Trinity (4A) Blessed Trinity girls captured the 4A/5A state title while the boys finished fourth in team scores over the weekend.

The girls’ team title was a result of 13 top-five finishes in individual and relay races.

Sophomore Rachel Saxon captured the state championship in the 100yard backstroke and was on BT’s state title-winning 400-yard freestyle relay team along with Maggie Pokorny, Grace Findlay and Catherine Allsteadt.

Findlay finished fourth in the 200yard freestyle, just ahead of Pokorny in fifth. She placed third in the 500yard event ahead of teammate Karsen McMahon.

Pokorny led BT in the 100-yard freestyle in third with Allsteadt in sixth.

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Maura McGlynn adding to BT’s team score taking fourth in the 100yard breaststroke.

In the boys’ pool, Dillon Downing led the Titans, winning state championships in the 50- and 100-yard freestyle.

Ryan Cooper had two individual top-five finishes, third in the 200-yard individual medley and fifth in the 100yard breaststroke ahead of teammate Joseph Stephens in sixth.

The boys relay teams placed fourth in 200-yard freestyle and second in the 400-yard event.

Cambridge (6A) Cambridge’s young squad had a promising performance over the weekend, with the girls’ team finishing seventh in team scores, their best finish in program history.

Abigail Grottle won the state championship in the 500-yard freestyle and finished third in the 200-yard free.

Along with Grottle, Emma Guy, Brooke McLain and Lauren Jonson earned a ninth-place finish in the 400-yard freestyle relay. Eva Medici, Katherine Fishman, Kathryn Suplee, and Jonson placed ninth in the 200-freestyle relay.

Matthew Gaines earned two topfive finishes in the 200 and 500-yard freestyle.

Centennial (6A) Centennial’s girls’ team placed third in team scores on Saturday. The boys also placed in the top-10 with a seventh place overall finish in 6A. The boys were led by Noland Deas who took third in the 200-yard freestyle and second in the 500-yard event.

Joe Peak placed sixth in the 100-yard butterfly. The boys’ 200-yard freestyle relay team, composed of Deas, Peak, Benjamin Hudson and Bryan Teffeteller, finished sixth in 6A. The girls’ third place team was

powered by a 6A state championship by Katharine Ward in the 200-yard individual medley as well as her runner-up finish in the 100-yard breaststroke. Elly Deas finished second in the 100-yard butterfly, and the 400-yard freestyle relay team finished as state runner-up.

Chattahoochee (6A) Chattahoochee’s girls’ team placed sixth in team scores with five top-10 finishes.

Katie Wong placed fourth in the 200-yard individual medley and third in the 100-yard butterfly. Lilly Kasra finished fourth in the butterfly.

Savannah Slater earned a podium spot with a third-place performance in the 100-yard backstroke. Slater, Kasra, Wong and Mary Lou raced to seventh in the 400-yard freestyle relay.

Shamus Sparling had the boys’ only top-10 finish for Hooch, placing 10th in the 500-yard freestyle.

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boys’ 500-yard freestyle.

In girls’ competition, senior Tatum Smith captured her fourth straight state title in the 50-yard freestyle. The Gladiators’ Adeline Farrington raced to the 100-yard breaststroke title.

Farrington, Smith, Ryan Showfety and Julia Lauren Ford secured the state title in the girls 200-yard medley relay. The 400-yard freestyle relay team placed fourth in 6A.

Lambert (7A) Lambert’s boys and girls finished on the podium in team scores with the girls placing second and the boys in third.

The Longhorns’ relay teams all placed in the top-five of their respective events. The girls’ 200-yard medley relay team won a state championship behind Caroline Aikens, Sydney Havrilla, Lauren Martin and Lilia Smith. The girls’ 400-yard freestyle team placed third and the 200-yard freestyle team secured fifth.

The boys’ 200-yard freestyle relay team of Lleyton Smith, Wyatt Dalton, Alexander Reyman and Mikhail Johnston came in second, just 0.26 seconds behind Brookwood. Lambert placed third in the 200-yard medley relay and fifth in the 400-yard freestyle relay.

Aikens captured two individual state championship in the 200-yard individual medley and the 100-yard backstroke.

Lilia Smith placed second in the 200-yard freestyle.

She also placed in the top-five in the 100-

The Gladiators boys and girls teams came up just short of team state championships. Both finished second in team scores. The girls were just 11 points short of 6A state champions Pope.

Johns Creek captured three individual state championships and three relay titles.

The boys’ 400-yard freestyle relay team, with Kennedy Chase, Andrew Simmons Ethan Davey and Adrian Iannamico, secured the state championship in 6A. Simmons, Ethan, Iannamico and Samuel Song placed See SWIM, second in the 200-yard medley relay.

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Lleyton Smith came away with a state runner-up finish in the 100-yard backstroke.

King’s Ridge (1A) King’s Ridge sent just one swimmer to the state championships, but she earned two top-10 finishes.

Junior Kayla Winters finished seventh in the 100-yard breaststroke and eight in the 200-yard individual medley.

Milton (7A) Milton’s seniors led the Eagles to fifth place in team scores, capturing two state championships in the process.

Senior Raunak Khosla won individual titles in the 200-yard individual medley and the 100-yard butterfly. He captured the butterfly title with nearly a two-second margin.

Jack Dubois placed as state runner-up in the 500-yard freestyle, while Wilson Dubois finished ninth in 200yard event.

Milton’s 200- and 400-yard freestyle relay teams, with James Dailey, Khosla

and Jack and Wilson Dubois, placed in the top-10.

The team placed seventh in the 200yard and second in the 400-yard, less than a second behind Brookwood.

Northview (6A) Northview had a limited number of swimmers qualify for Saturday’s finals, but the Titans made the most of their appearances.

Cam Auerbach won the 100-yard butterfly state championship and added another podium finish in the 100-yard backstroke, placing third.

Auerbach, Colin McLaughlin, Jason Lee and Jiale Zheng finished sixth in the 400-yard freestyle relay.

Pinecrest Academy (1A) Pinecrest academy’s Anthony Birozes led the Paladins with finals appearances in individual competition and to a top-10 finish in the 200-yard freestyle relay.

Birozes placed ninth in the 50-yard freestyle and 13th in the 100-yards.

Along with Brenden Spillane, Mason Carter, John Paul Capara, Birozes finished seventh in relay competition.

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itive performance at the state championships, led by senior Emma Scheider.

Scheider placed eight in the 100yard butterfly and ninth in 200-yard freestyle. She also anchored the 400yard freestyle relay team to 13th and the 200-yard freestyle relay team to 11th.

Emma Dolson placed 17th in the 100-yard breaststroke.

In boys competition, Christopher Hovis finished 14th in the 500-yard freestyle.

South Forsyth (7A) South Forsyth’s girls’ team earned their second straight seventh-place finish in team scores on Saturday.

The girls placed in the top-10 in the 200-yard medley relay and the 200and 400-yard freestyle relays.

Caroline Perry had the highest individual performance with a third-place finish in the 100-yard backstroke. Perry also finished sixth in the 200-yard individual medley.

Jordan Edwards placed in the top 10 in the 100-yard breaststroke and the 200-yard individual medley.

Emilie Flynn, Emery Betzer and Mary-Kate Wichalonis all earned spots in the finals of the 500-yard freestyle.

Flynn led the trio of War Eagles in sixth.

For the boys, Cooper Gilson raced to

fifth in the 100-yard breaststroke and 10th in the 200-yard individual medley.

Gilson, Jake Taulbee, John Ryan and Riley James finished seventh in the boys’ 200-yard medley relay.

St. Francis (1A) The Knights’ sent one swimmer to the 1-5A finals on Saturday, but Connor Moland earned two top-10 finishes.

Moland placed fourth in the 100yard backstroke and eighth in the 200yard freestyle.

West Forsyth (7A) West Forsyth’s Sheridan Schreiber captured a state title for the Wolverines Saturday as the program fielded a limited number of entries.

Schreiber won her title in the 100yard breaststroke, up from her fourth place finish last year. Just behind Schreiber in the 7A event was teammate June Phang in third.

Schreiber finished fourth in the 100-yard butterfly and led the girls’ 200-yard medley relay and 400-yard freestyle teams to seventh and 12th place finishes.

Jack Aikens finished 10th in the boys 100-yard backstroke. Aikens joined Brett Sasser, Trey Cisco and Christopher Knapp to lead the Wolverines to 13th in the 400-yard freestyle relay.

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Immigration legislation weighs on local ‘dreamers’ Advocates fight to extend; expand 2012 Dream Act

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – As wrangling continues over legislation addressing America’s so-called “dreamers,” some local organizations have lined up to champion their cause.

The actual number of those eligible for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program is not known, but there were close to 690,000 registered recipients in the United States as of Sept. 2017, according to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, instituted under President Obama in 2012, provides protection from deportation to a select group of people who entered the country illegally as children.

One local group that supports broader inclusion for these dreamers is North Fulton Community Charities. The nonprofit provides food, clothing and financial assistance to more than 4,200 families and offers classes to more than 1,200 adults to move them toward financial stability and self-sufficiency.

Eden Purdy, director of programs for the organization, said the Dream Act protects DACA recipients from deportation and channels them into becoming productive members of society. She said 59 of the organization’s GED graduates (45 percent) are DACA recipients, and during 2016-17, 28 cited DACA as their reason for enrolling.

“NFCC has held several immigration

information seminars with Joe Rosen and other immigration attorneys,” she said. “All seminars were standing room only.”

Rosen, who is based in Roswell, said it’s hard to put a number on just how many people qualify under the Dream Act, but it is sizeable.

“Honestly, I can’t give you a number, but I’d say there’s a significant number of folks who would be eligible even over and above what you’ve heard the numbers are who applied for it,” Rosen said.

The common belief among immigration attorneys, he said, is that the number is closer to three times larger because many of those eligible for DACA did JOE ROSEN not apply out of fear Immigration attorney that the information would be used inappropriately. Also, a significant number did not apply because they did not have proof of when they entered the country.

That makes for a sizeable population in Georgia and in North Fulton County, Rosen said.

Whether the program is extended past the March 5 deadline is anyone’s guess, but Rosen said the current DACA laws should be fixed to reflect Obama’s second phase, which would have extended protections for others who entered the country as children.

He cited two cases to illustrate.

Both individuals entered the United States when they were under 2 years

old and are now in their late 30s. One has a master’s degree from Georgia State. The other has been fully employed and has been paying U.S. federal income taxes for his entire life. He’s never been arrested, never received a ticket and is hard-working. He was not covered by the original DACA, but he would have been covered by the second one.

Rosen said he also knows of a man who married a DACA-eligible woman. They have two children.

“If you don’t provide that person a way in which to legalize, you suddenly have a man with two young children at home without their mother being in the United States,” he said.

“What’s better for the country, having that person remain or disrupting the nuclear family?”

Rosen said DACA does not take jobs from U.S. citizens. As a businessman himself, he said, he wants to hire the most qualified person for the job – the best and the brightest of the applicants.

“If the DACA kid is the best and the brightest, that’s who I’m going to hire,” he said.

These residents, Rosen said, deserve a path to citizenship and fully participate in the American Dream.

“I think it can only be beneficial if they pass it in terms of legalizing kids

I think it can only be beneficial if they pass it in terms of legalizing kids who are for all intents and purposes part of America.”

DACA in a nutshell The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, created under President Obama in 2012, defers deportation proceedings for two years for qualified individuals who were brought to the United States illegally as children. Those approved can receive work authorization, and the approvals can be renewed.

Applicants to DACA must be: • At least 15 years old when applying but under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012 • Under the age of 16 when entering the United States • Living in the U.S. continuously since June 15, 2007 • Present in the U.S. on June 15, 2012, and at the time of applying • In school or have graduated or completed high school, or have been honorably discharged from the military • Not convicted of a felony, a significant misdemeanor or three or more other misdemeanors

who are for all intents and purposes part of America,” he said. “These are folks who have attended school alongside U.S. citizens, that have met and married and had children with U.S. citizens, that work and are employed, and they’re just trying to access the country that they love and they grew up in.”

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Local artists open Abstract Visions gallery

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Dozens flocked Feb. 2 to view the opening reception for three local artists — Lillian Blades, Tracy Murrell and Charlotte RileyWebb — as part of Roswell Roots, one of Georgia’s largest celebrations of African-American history and culture.

Blades was not at the reception.

All three artists have won awards and recognition for their works and have held exhibitions locally and internationally.

Murrell, a self-taught artist, features women in all of her works, with her latest series focusing specifically on the beauty of black women.

“I like the work to be calming,” Murrell said. “We just have so much going on today, that, for me, it’s important to present a place of rest… It’s all about letting the mind calm down and take in the absolute, drop-dead gorgeous beauty of the human figure.”

Most of her works are painted, but Murrell has lately focused on papercut after she was inspired by fellow artist Hiromi Moneyhun.

“It’s so incredibly meditative to cut paper,” she said. “It’s so addicting.”

More of Murrell’s works can be found at tracymurrell.com.

Riley-Webb, an artist for more than 50 years, said she was influenced by

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Local artist Charlotte Riley-Webb stands by her “Blood Rhythms, Strange Fruit” series, which is influenced by both poetry and music

growing up in the 60s – when mediums like poetry and art merged during the Civil Rights and Vietnam War era.

She paints representational work with an abstract flair and frequently paints to music. Most of her paintings are series that are inspired by writers, such as Maya Angelou and Langston Hughes, as well as the stories she hears

in everyday life.

“Everybody’s got a story,” RileyWebb said. “I just enjoy the arts in general and love being around artists of all kinds.”

Riley-Webb has also illustrated several children’s books, including “Rent Party Jazz,” which was recently animated by Storyline Online and read by actress Viola Davis.

But out of all her experiences with writing, painting and music, Riley-Webb said the most rewarding was teaching art to intercity youth in New Orleans.

“I found out later that two of them went on to art college,” she said. “They said it turned their lives around.”

Riley-Webb currently teaches art in local nursing homes. Her works can be found at charlotterileywebb.com.

The gallery will remain on display through Feb. 28 at Muse & Co. Gallery, 31B Oak St., Roswell. The artists will return to the gallery Thursday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. to host an Artist’s Talk and Reception.

For information about the gallery, visit roswellartdistrict.com; and for information on Roswell Roots, visit roswellroots.com.

Untold Stories of Native Roswell • What: Step back in time for a view of life in Roswell from those who lived it as they talk about growing up in Roswell’s black community.

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This years’ cocktail, dining and dancing benefit is headlined by longterm sponsors, TechniPower and Truly Cigars. The event will feature a tour of bourbon tastings and variety of cigars for guests, along with a raffle for a David Yurman ring, donated by Brown & Company Jewelers.

“I believe that food is a basic right to every person, and children especially,” said this year’s chairperson, Natasha Cary. “Lunches for Learning provides nourishment in the way of food, mind, and soul.”

Lunches for Learning has been in operation for nearly 15 years in the rural pacific coast of Honduras. Since the initial benefit began in 2014, Lunches for Learning has been able to double their reach in the area and their donor revenue has nearly tripled.

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Included in the brochure is information on tours, lodging, shopping, Roswell’s culinary scene and entertainment. The brochure helps plan a funfilled day, overnight stay or multi—day trip for visitors who speak Spanish as a native or second language as well as better inform members of the Roswell community.

In the past six months, the Roswell Visitors Center has greeted over 3,583 guests form 40 states plus Puerto Rico and Washington, DC as well as 21 different countries. This Spanish language brochure is the first step in helping the Roswell Visitors Center to better serve international guests.

The CVB has an ad that is being translated into 5 different languages, and in past years it has developed an ad to reach Chinese audiences.

The new Spanish language brochure will assist the Roswell Visitors Center in providing services to all visitors.

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Northern Ridge District announces new Eagle Scouts the design and construction of a culvert that diverted run off from a trail on the Alpharetta Greenway Trails.

Colin Kahl, of Troop 87, sponsored

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Brent Miller, of Troop 429, sponsored by Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, created a charity called Growers Connectio. This group will provide a connection between home gardeners and North Fulton Charities Food Pantry. He also designed and built incubators for seedlings Stephen Marshall, of Troop 40 sponsored by the Roswell Ward of Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints, whose project was the design and construction of a footbridge for the Alpharetta High School Cross Country Course.

Maximillian Trickel, of Troop 143, was sponsored by Johns Creek United Methodist Church. He designed, constructed and repaired current exercise equipment for the playground of the Humane Society of Forsyth County Adoption Center.

Pranav Athimuthu, of Troop 429, was sponsored by Alpharetta Presbyterian Church. His project was the

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Logan Handwork, of Troop 431, was sponsored by Roswell United Methodist Church. His project was the design and construction of an observation platform and a podium, as well as restoration of the nature trail located at Tritt Elementary School.

William Griffin, of Troop 1134, was sponsored by St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church. For his project, Griffin organized family night for special needs children complete with arts and crafts, music, and games at St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church.

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Community comes together to clean up local trails Equestrian Committee leads volunteer efforts at Birmingham Park

the paths of obstructions that could prove hazardous to hikers or those on horses. Others provided refreshments and informed those looking to walk the trials that maintenance was underway.

Covington said he was pleased with

the turnout, even with a quickly organized event and limited advertising.

“I think it shows there is a lot of support for our equestrian trails,” he said. “Everyone is reacting to an immediate need, but they are also getting more familiar with the trails.”

For some, the event marked their first trip down the paths.

“We had a lot of people sign up who have never been on the trails before they saw advertisements for the event,” Covington said. “It’s been a good opportunity for those to see the trails for the first time and for everyone to get to know each other more than just seeing each other on the trail.”

Crews from Garland Mountain in Cherokee County were also in attendance. Covington said the trails at the Waleska Park were designed to prevent erosion, and the six volunteers advised the committee on how it could prevent “washing” of the Birmingham Park paths.

Convington said Saturday’s event was likely the first of many work days tomaintain the trails, but he was pleased with the initial efforts and the community’s willingness to volunteer.

“It’s a big effort by everybody,” Covington said. “And of course, the city is the biggest benefactor.”

to resign that night,” Belle Isle said.

“After those resignations, the remaining council members will vote to put up a special election.”

Like the mayor’s post, council seats are elected at large – not by district. So far, Alpharetta attorney John Hipes is the only resident who has announced intentions to run for City Council. He intends to run for the Post 4 seat currently occupied by Gilvin.

In other action Monday, the City Council: • Approved a request from Brandon Hintz and JT Schroeder for a conditional use permit to allow a brewery within a 2,647 square foot building in

the Downtown District.

The action allows Currahee Brewing Company to replace Hop Alley Brew Pub, which represents a change in use from a restaurant, or brewpub, to a brewery. The property is located at 25 South Main Street. Council members requested the brewery make arrangements with local restaurants to supply patrons with a selection of food during their visits.

• Approved a request from Oak Hall Companies for private streets and a gated community for Shirley Estates, a residential community at the corner of Webb Bridge Road and Shirley Bridge Road.

police Jan. 23 after he lost $160 in a scam.

The man had searched on Craigslist two days earlier for tickets to “The Lion King” at the Fox Theatre. When he found a seller, the man contacted him over text messages and negotiated a price of $160 for two tickets to the show.

The seller told the man to pay him through an online app called Zelle that is similar to PayPal. After the man researched Zelle and determined that it was safe to use, he sent the money.

The seller told the man that e-tickets would be sent to him after the funds had arrived.

However, the man never received the tickets.

The man made several attempts to contact the seller but never got a response.

The ad for the tickets was removed on Craigslist, but several new ads had been posted.

The man’s bank told him that he would need a police report before they could get involved.

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Milton prides itself on its equestrian heritage, and volunteers were out in abundance Saturday to aid the Milton Equestrian Committee’s efforts to clear the trails at Birmingham Park.

The event was spearheaded by the committee, and the effort drew more than 50 volunteers.

Larry Covington, organizer of the event and a member of the Equestrian Committee, said the cleanup was in response to recent winter weather events that caused trees and limbs to fall across the trails. “[The Equestrian Committee] decided we needed to get into the park and clean up the paths for hikers and horseback riders,” he said. “We wanted to get the community involved and make people aware the trails are there for these uses.”

Volunteers, some equipped with chainsaws, worked in teams to clear

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Belle Isle encouraged those on the City Council who intend to run for mayor to also resign their seats at the Feb. 21 meeting. This way, he said, Alpharetta voters can elect a full council when the state primary elections are held on May 22.

“In order to have a concurrent council election, those council members that may wish to run for mayor also need

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Centennial High School partners with Ste(A)M Truck ROSWELL, Ga. — Centennial High School recently announced a partnership between its own in-house makerspace (The SPaCE) and STE(A)M Truck, a new mobile makerspace.

The collaboration between the two will further introduce Centennial students to a dense, multi-faceted curriculum that is designed to pull them, and their teachers, out of their comfort zones to broaden their future potential and build skills that will contribute to their career success.

Four “Student Spark Days” will be held throughout the school year, offering a fast-paced, hands-on, festivalstyle atmosphere using a range of tools and technologies. Students engage across science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

At the end of the year, the school will host a Student Expo Day on May 2, from 6-8 p.m. in the Centennial Learning Commons, where its makerspace is housed. The expo event will showcase student work created in the SPaCE

throughout the school year. The entire community is invited to attend the expo and to speak to students about their experiences.

The partnership between the Centennial SPaCE and the STE(A)M Truck this year was won by Centennial High School through a Fulton County Seed Fund grant.

In addition to the four Student Spark Days and the Student Expo, the STE(A)M Truck will also be conducting SPaCE Cadet (students working in the SPaCE) training on how to facilitate projects and use tools. They will also provide professional development to thirty Centennial teachers. Teachers will be exposed to a range of tools and technologies while learning and exploring novel ideas for integrating “handson, minds-on” maker-focused activities into curriculum across all disciplines.

To learn about STE(A)M Truck and listen to Executive Director Jason Martin talk “Teaching Outside the Box” in his TEDX, visit steamtruck.org.

Septic tank workshop set for Feb. 15 ROSWELL, Ga. — The City of Roswell, in partnership with Fulton County, the cities of Alpharetta and Milton, will host a “Love Your Septic Tank Workshop” from 7 to 8 p.m., Feb. 15. The workshop will be held at the Fulton County-Alpharetta Service Center, 11575 Maxwell Road, Alpharetta.

This free workshop will cover topics such as:

• Septic tank basics • Proper usage of drains • Septic tank maintenance Learning how to properly care for septic tanks can save money and help protect the environment. This workshop will be presented by the Fulton County Board of Health. Register with Jennifer McLaurin at jennifer.mclaurin@fultoncountyga.gov or 404-612-7400.

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The STE(A)M Truck is partnering with Centennial High School’s makerspace, The SPaCE.

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