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Student videos teach Road to Safety Goal to teach others safe driving By SHANNON WEAVER shannon@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Road to Safety, a teen safe driving program from the community organization Protect Milton, held its sixth annual video contest and awards ceremony Feb. 5 at Alpharetta High School. The program invites students to create videos with a safe driving message, which were played at the event. Teams from Alpharetta, Cambridge, Centennial, Johns Creek and Milton high schools participated in the event. Many highlighted the risks of texting and driving. “There is no future if you don’t look forward,” read one tagline from an AHS team. The winner of the contest was a video titled, “Practice What You Preach,” produced by Caroline Cassidy and Mary Grace Kurdtz of JCHS. The video shows a mother distractedly driving under the influence after advising her daughter to drive safe. “In a lot of real life expe-

riences, people are condescending and will say one thing but they tend to do the same,” Cassidy said. “If we put it in a parent’s perspective, we thought it’d be a good idea The event showed to flip it pictures in rememaround.” brance of teenagThe ers who had died prize was in car accidents. a $1,000 check for Cassidy and Kurdtz and a grant for their school. Devon Merlette, Jake Duggar, Sydney Erickson and Brianna Reynolds of AHS received second for “One Mississippi.” Johns Creek student Josh Cohen received third for “The Ripple Effect.” “One Mississippi” shows someone with their eyes closed behind the wheel, counting the seconds to illustrate how quickly a car accident can happen. “The most difficult shot to

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Jake Tyler, Helena Melberg, Joy Best, Dylan Cauley and Taylor Chester are members of Music Matters Rock U’s band The Struggle. get was the crash,” Erickson said. “What we did was we had the cars parked next to each other and we reversed really quickly in the parking lot. You play the tape backwards, and it looks like they crashed.” The top three winners receive scholarships as well as free defensive driving courses

from Johns Creek Driving School. Cassidy also received an invitation to an internship with the Alpharetta Department of Public Safety. “I’m so excited,” Cassidy said. “I’m glad my point could get across, and hopefully it made people think.”

Lt. James Simpson of the Alpharetta Police Department’s traffic unit, applauded the students’ efforts. “You have to keep yourself safe.” Simpson said. “Every accident can be prevented.” For more about the Road to Safety program, visit them online at www.road2safety.com.

Milton continues Ga. 372 plans Lockwood Thurman Kunz Lusk Hewitt Longoria Mohrig PASSED FAILED

Milton City Council Recap February 2, 2013 Consideration of 14250 Birmingham Highway by Lauren Dillon to operate an artist studio within an existing building and to request a concurrent variance to allow outside storage.

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Suggest meeting at Police HQ By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – When Marietta couple Bud and June Runion were found dead in Telfair County Jan. 26, the victims of a murder, the public’s attention was once again drawn to the potential dangers of using online sites like Craisglist.com to buy or sell items to strangers. The couple had traveled from their home in Cobb County to south Georgia, where they had tried to buy a car from the man suspected of killing them, which they found online. Last September, a Sandy Springs resident tried to sell his PlayStation gaming system online. He met the supposed buyers in his apartment complex’s parking lot, where they tried to rob him of the console. There was a struggle, and the man was shot and killed. A teenage girl allegedly pulled the trigger. Police recommend when meeting someone for a sale from online, to always meet in a public place, prefer-

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DUI arrests ►► Cesar Lopez-Matias, 33, of Norcross

was arrested Jan. 10 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Marc Alan Bornhorn, 46, of Gainesville was arrested Jan. 15 on Alpharetta Highway in Roswell for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► David Robert Shiller, 28, of Woodstock was arrested Jan. 13 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for DUI, failure to maintain lane and headlight requirement. ►► James Connor Clay, 23, of Georgetown Chase, Roswell, was arrested Jan. 11 on Warsaw Road in

ably with security The overwhelming majority of Craigslist.com users cameras, such as are trustworthy and well-intentioned. With billions of a Walmart parkhuman interactions facilitated, the incidence of violent ing lot. Police say crime is extremely low. meeting at the Nevertheless, the site advises caution and urges local police departusers to take the same common sense precautions ment headquarters online as you would offline. is best. If the other When meeting someone for the first time, please party has other remember to: ideas, they may be • Insist on a public meeting place like a café or skittish of meeting supermarket, ideally one with security cameras so close to police. nearby. “If they don’t • Find out as much as possible about the buyer want to meet you or seller. Get a phone number or email from here, that should them and call or email them back to verify the be a red flag ininformation is real. dicating that you • Do not meet in a secluded place or invite do not want to strangers into your home. conduct business • Do not meet at night. with that person,” • Be especially careful when buying or selling highwrote Roswell value items. Police on their • Tell a friend or family member where you’re going. Facebook page. • Take your cellphone along if you have one. Find your local • Consider having a friend accompany you. police depart• Trust your instincts. ment: • Roswell Police Department 39 Hill St., Roswell, Ga. 30075 11445 Johns Creek Parkway, Johns • Alpharetta Police Department Creek, Ga. 30097 • Milton Police Department 2565 Old Milton Parkway, • Alpharetta, Ga. 30009 13000 Deerfield Parkway Suite Johns Creek Police Department 107F, Alpharetta, Ga. 30004 Roswell for DUI, possession of marijuana and failure to maintain lane. ►► Shellie Janissa Garcia, 21, of Knoll Ridge Court, Alpharetta, was arrested Jan. 10 on Ga. 400 in Roswell for DUI and speeding. ►► Edward J. Halley, 36, of High Creek Drive, Roswell, was arrested Jan. 10 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for DUI and brake light violation. ►► James Arthur Outlaw, 66, of Sandy Springs was arrested Jan. 9 on Old Alabama Road in Roswell for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Antoine Damon Powell, 26, of Sheringham Court, Roswell, was arrested Jan. 9 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for DUI, speeding, improper lane change, open container and possession of marijuana. ►► Chelsea Caprice Watkins, 23, of Lilburn was arrested Jan. 9 on King Street in Roswell for DUI, failure to maintain lane and possession of marijuana.

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Serial thief arrested, suspected of breaking into cars ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A Roswell man suspected of breaking into numerous vehicles over the past several months was arrested Jan. 26 after he was allegedly caught in the same act he was accused of doing five days earlier. Police say Antrone T. Hughes, 34, of Paper Mill Landing, Roswell, was breaking into vehicles at the L.A. Fitness on Windward Parkway. Over the past several months, someone was smashing the windows of vehicles and stealing the contents. Witnesses claimed they saw an older model Ford Taurus that would cruise the parking lot with its lights off and park next to vehicles and smash windows to gain entry. Then the Taurus would move on to another vehicle. On Jan. 26, the suspect vehicle was spotted again at 9:30 p.m., half an hour before the business closed for the night. Police arrived and stopped Hughes, the driver. Hughes claimed he was there to use the gym, however he had no membership. In his car, on the passenger seat, were a pair of thin gloves and a flat-head

Milton: Continued from Page 1 approaches. We’re adding two roundabouts and the road connecting the roundabouts to alleviate that turning movement.” Also at the meeting: The city of Milton approved the first presentations of two proposals, including modifications to Jeff Runner’s property on Hopewell Road for special events, to add a pavilion and to increase the allowed number of guests from 150 to 250.

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The Hopewell Road property was approved in January 2014 to be a special events facility on the condition of a 150-guest limit and “artificial” noise ceasing at 10 p.m. The public hearing and vote on this item will be at the following City Council meeting Wednesday, Feb. 18. The council also approved an agreement for the Georgia Department of Transportation to provide lighting for two intersections, at Ga. 372 and McFarlin Lane, and Ga. 372 and Crabapple Chase Drive, for which the city is responsible for operation, maintenance and energy.

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Repeat makeup shoplifter caught ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A 17-year-old girl is suspected in stealing more than $400 in perfume and makeup. According to store employees, they saw the girl enter the store Jan. 26 and select several items from the Sephora section of the store, putting them in her purse.

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She then randomly selected clothing and entered a fitting room. When she left the room, she was seen dumping empty boxes under a nearby clothing rack. She was stopped as she tried to leave the store without paying for the items. In total, there was over $400 in fragrances, makeup and accessories concealed in her purse. She is also suspected in shoplifting a further $420 a few days prior.

The victim told police she began renting a home to a tenant in October 2014. After issues with payments, the renter was evicted. It was after the tenant left that the victim noticed two expensive rugs were missing from the home. One was a large area rug valued at nearly $9,000; the other was valued at nearly $3,000. The suspect denies taking either rug.

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Birmingham roundabout nearly operational Switch expected Feb. 11 MILTON, Ga. – The roundabout at Birmingham Highway and Providence and New Providence roads is expected to open to drivers this week. Last week, crews installed permanent road signs at the intersection, and were expected to pour more concrete, finish the concrete truck apron and add further erosion control, weather permitting. These signs will remain covered until traffic is shifted in the roundabout, which is expected to occur Feb. 11. Once the roundabout opens, proper driving techniques should be used to avoid accidents. 1. Here’s a step-by-step guide

to navigating a roundabout. When approaching the roundabout, slow down and yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.Approach the yield line, look to the left and yield to traffic already in the roundabout. Traffic in the roundabout has the right-of-way. 2. Enter the roundabout when there is an adequate gap in circulating traffic. If another car is waiting at the yield line ahead of you, do not stop in the crosswalk. Keep the crosswalk clear for pedestrians 3. Bicyclists are permitted to ride within the roundabout. Please do not pass a bicycle in the roundabout. 4. Once you have entered the roundabout, you have the right-of-way. Keep your

speed low within the roundabout and proceed counterclockwise (to the right). 5. As you approach your exit, turn on your right turn

signal. 6. Exit the roundabout, yielding to pedestrians in the crosswalk. —Jonathan Copsey

Broadwell Pavilion opens Feb. 21 Grand opening with music, food trucks, fun MILTON, Ga. – The city of Milton will kick off the opening of Broadwell Pavilion Saturday, Feb. 21, from 4 – 7 p.m. with music, food trucks and family fun. Broadwell Pavilion is located at 12615 Broadwell Road, just south of the Crabapple crossroads. The public is invited to celebrate the opening of the city’s

newest park by dancing to tunes from a local string band. Heaters, hot chocolate and treats from food trucks will be on-hand for a warm and toasty community night out. With the grand stone fireplace, majestic exposed beams and window frames of historic, reclaimed wood, the Broadwell Pavilion is a beautiful addition to the city. The pavilion, open every day, can host family picnics, features a playground and will hold community events throughout the year. —Jonathan Copsey

Jog for a Cause 5K returns Feb. 22

MILTON, Ga. – The city of Milton will bring the 12th annual Jog for a Cause to the community as part of the sixth annual Milton Mayor’s Run at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 22. Applications and sponsor-

ship packets are now available at the city of Milton’s website. “I am thrilled to partner and host Jog for a Cause again this year,” said Milton Mayor Joe Lockwood. “I can’t wait to see everyone out there with us

on Deerfield Parkway, staying fit, having fun and raising money for some great causes.” The race will follow the same route as in years past, and like last year, begin and end at Milton’s Freedom Park located at the corner of Deerfield Parkway and Webb Road, said Courtney Spriggs, Milton’s public outreach coordinator. It includes a 5K race and tot trot. The race will be a Peachtree qualifier. “As a founding member of the Milton Mayor’s Run and a Milton resident, I am thrilled we could partner again with the city to host Jog for a Cause,” said Dr. Greg Cabrera of North Point Pediatrics. “We have raised over $250,000 in 10 years to fight childhood cancer and can’t wait to get to work and raise more money in 2015.” Cost for participation is $25 if received before Feb. 14 and

$30 after. That fee includes a quality, moisture-wicking T-shirt with the race logo and plenty of food and fluids after the race. Sponsorship levels to benefit the Milton Parks and Recreation Department and its efforts to provide citizens with access to green spaces, parks, trails, facilities, recreation programs and activities include packages from $250 to $5,000 for title sponsors. Deadline for sponsorship is Feb. 7 to ensure inclusion in all advertising. The 5K race will circle Deerfield Parkway, meaning it will be flat and fast. Awards will go to the 5K male and female open and masters and to the top three finishers in the various age groups. The race will also serve as a Peachtree Road Race qualifier. To register, visit www.jogforacause.com.

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Alzheimer’s Symposium at City Hall Feb. 17 Community groups join forces for info session MILTON, Ga. – For an increasing number of Americans, the nightmare of Alzheimer’s is a painful reality. But, with proper support, it doesn’t have to destroy families. Better Together, Milton’s citizen volunteer committee, along with the Institute for Advanced Medical Research, Senior Services North Fulton and the Rotary Club of MiltonWindward will offer a free educational seminar covering the full spectrum of Alzheimer’s disease at Milton City Hall. This event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Feb. 17, in Council Chambers at Milton City Hall. The entire community is invited, said Wayne Boston, community builder for the city of Milton. “We are thrilled to bring together these partners to help further awareness of Alzheimer’s disease,” he said. “Every 67 seconds, someone in the U.S. develops this devastating disorder, and its effect on the community and economy in North Fulton will only continue to grow in the future.”

Attendees will learn the difference between normal forgetfulness and dementia due to Alzheimer’s; how to minimize their risk; treatment options available to those diagnosed; and the current state of medical research in the United States. In addition, individuals can sign up to schedule a free and confidential memory screening to determine if they might be at risk. They can then take the results to their primary care provider and discuss additional follow-up needs. “We are excited to work with Better Together and our partners to provide this indepth seminar as part of our commitment to community outreach and bringing about both awareness and understanding,” said Dr. Angelo Sambunaris, the Institute for Advanced Medical Research’s founder and chief medical officer. “As the sixth leading cause of death in America today, the number of individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s is growing at an alarming rate. “This presentation, and the screening, will help individuals identify and combat Alzheimer’s in their families, local communities and society as a whole,” Sambunaris said. The institute empowers

individuals struggling with neuropsychological conditions to actively participate in their treatment. By educating and informing patients and their families, the team offers them a renewed sense of purpose. Rather than simply being victims of a disease, study participants become health care heroes, creating a personal legacy of advancing medical science. The institute employs a patient-centered approach that balances a commitment to safety with highly personalized care. Since 1998, the institute has helped more than 3,000

people improve their quality of life while ensuring that millions more can benefit from access to innovative medical treatments. For more information, visit IAMResearch.org or call 770-817-9200. Better Together is a volunteer organization of Milton residents looking for unique and fun ways to connect with neighbors. For more information on Better Together or any of its activities, please visit the group’s Facebook page or contact Boston at 678-242-2512 or wayne.boston@cityofmiltonga.us. —Jonathan Copsey

If you go What: Alzheimer’s Symposium When: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Feb. 17 Where: Milton Council Chambers at City Hall, 13000 Deerfield Parkway, Milton More Info: www. cityofmiltonga.us

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Windward Association of Retired Men presents founders award ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The Windward Association of Retired Men (WARM) presented its annual Founders Award to Paul Barrow for his “inspired leadership in the service of the organization and our community.” Former recipient Bob O’Hagan presented the award Jan. 19 during the WARM weekly breakfast meeting at Annie’s Italian Kitchen in Alpharetta. “Paul Barrow has demonstrated great imagination and creativity in encouraging and developing new program activities for WARM. His commitment and enthusiasm are

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The art of speaking at Toastmasters Alpharetta group gives Speech Contest By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Public speaking can be daunting for those unused to it. It is one of those skills that can come naturally for some, but for many, it requires practice. This is what the Toastmasters do. The Alpharetta branch of the Toastmasters meets every Wednesday in the Windward Kroger. With about 55 members, the group is growing steadily and is dedicated to teaching and learning all things having to do with speaking. “You can read 1,000 books about public speaking, but unless you do it, you cannot get better,” said President Mark Larsen. “It’s not like riding a bike. You have to keep it up. We offer people hands-on experience.” Their Jan. 28 meeting did just that, as they held their International Speech Contest, where members got up and spoke for 5-10 minutes on a topic they have rehearsed. They were graded on presentation.

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Peter Xue, who went first and was named the winner of the contest, spoke about a “despicable” Wall Street executive who, prior to Sept. 11, 2001, was the typical Hollywood Scrooge. Yet after his company, which was located in the World Trade Center, was shaken by the loss of hundreds of employees, the executive did a turnabout and dedicated himself and the company to helping the families of those killed. Alice Henry spoke about her grandfather’s lessons to her when she was a little girl. “Never let yourself be put in a position where you need help,” she reported. “You have

to take care of yourself.” Ice cream for a dime sounds like a good deal, and certainly gives an indication about the year the stories take place, but Henry’s grandfather made her tell him something she has learned in school in exchange for that dime to buy ice cream. He also took in two abandoned young boys, and treated them as family. “It wasn’t until he was gone that I realized he did more than talk to me, he taught me life lessons,” Henry said. Craig Hill was the youngest child in his family, and was a quiet boy. So quiet it was thought there was something wrong with him. However, his older sister encouraged him and taught him confidence, especially in sports. “She made a point to spend more time and money on me than her,” Hill said. The finale of his speech? He unveiled several trophies he has won. Rebecca Coffee spun a harrowing tale of domestic violence. A friend went through a bitter divorce, and the husband refused to let it go. One day there would be flowers on her doorstep; the next photos of her with her face scratched

out. Her friends distanced themselves from her and she became isolated, ending when her husband broke into her home and was arrested. “Nationwide, one in 75 people are victims of stalking,” Coffee warned. James Banford was last, speaking about how listeners could improve their leadership skills, both for their own lives and business. “To be successful in business as well as in life, you need good leadership skills,” Banford said. “You have to influence a group of people sometimes.” In the end, Toastmasters is like any club – if you’re not having fun with friends, you’re doing it wrong. “These things are a lot of fun. They are a blast, I love them,” said Larsen. “When you are watching a speech contest, you are watching the culmination of lots of preparing. It’s very inspiring.” The Alpharetta Toastmasters meet every Wednesday at 7:15 p.m. at the Windward Kroger, 12870 Ga. 9, Alpharetta, on the second floor. Visit their website at alpharettaclub.toastmastersclubs.org.

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Sie ist Berlinerin Parents tend to live vicariously through their kids. Well maybe not all of them, but I do – sometimes. I studied German for years in high school and college. I wanted to speak it and was a German verb conjugating fool back in the day. But I gave up my study of the language to take Portuguese for a couple of semesters when I decided to immigrate to Brazil. It turns out, Brazil didn’t want me to immigrate there. After sending numerous resumes, I only got one job offer – and it wasn’t even in Brazil; it was in Medellin, Columbia, which at the time wasn’t the safest place to be. I ended up moving to Chile, where I learned Spanish fairly well. I remember when I returned to the States, it was a chore to make myself speak English. Reading in Spanish is still something I treasure, even if I have lost so much of what makes it magic. Today, I speak neither German nor Portuguese, and my Spanish is pitiful but somewhat functional. When my daughter Amelia told me that she was determined to become fluent in German, I started to tell her how hard that language was. But I stopped myself. Instead, I smiled and told her she would learn best by living there. Now 24, Amelia actually moved to Berlin a year ago to

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study German and to try to find a job in a ballet company in Europe. She came home for Christmas for three weeks and we just sent her back on the plane for Berlin for the next part of her adventure. Amelia and I FaceTime frequently, so she hasn’t experienced some of the separation and isolation that I felt so long ago in Chile. While communication is easier now, she left for Berlin cold – not knowing anyone other than our cousin who lives near Hamburg. She did not have a place to live or an immediate plan when she arrived. She has auditioned in much of Europe – Budapest, Amsterdam, Rome and other cities – almost always hopping on a bus or a train by herself and sleeping in youth hostels or couch surfing. She has missed trains and has gone to the wrong city (the Prague Ballet is not in Prague for the record). She has been stranded in countries where English isn’t really spoken (Bulgaria), been sick and been hospitalized from a severe

food allergic reaction. She has hiked and climbed the Swiss Alps and slept in a tiny cabin on the side of a snow-capped mountain above the clouds. And she has been rejected time after time in her auditions – in her quest to dance for people, to share a few moments of pure beauty. Yet, she has kept her chin up and her attitude positive. Her tenacity and attitude – and that of so many other young people that she has encountered in her travels – reminds me of Tom Brokaw’s

Of sequels and prequels: Why is it so hard to continue a story? Since the announcement that the classic novel “To Kill a Mockingbird” is getting a sequel, to be titled “Go Set a Watchman,” I have been thinking about sequels and their more ridiculous cousin, the prequel (thanks, George Lucas). It is true that a large, almost laughably huge, amount of sequels are horrible. We have Hollywood to thank for this. For every “Dark Knight Returns,” we have six “Bill and Ted’s Bogus Journeys.” For every “Godfather II,” we have many “Jaws 3Ds.” There are so many sequels that are not just bad compared to their original, they are bad filmmaking. I get it. It’s difficult to recapture the magic of an original idea, with characters we have grown to love. A sequel is bound to face intense scrutiny and be placed alongside its predecessor. The world is full of sequels that were just “okay.” I like to think books get a bigger pass than films; It’s hard to truly screw up a book – as long as it makes sense, you’re good. That is what is so baffling about film sequels – not only do they often have a much smaller budget, but they also have bad writing and acting. “Jaws: the Revenge” is a perfect example – the main character hops a jet

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from New England to the Bahamas only to find the shark not only knew where she was going, but beat her there! Who thought that was a good idea for a plot? Perhaps that is what has me so nervous about “Go Set a Watchman.” It’s not that it won’t live up to the original. I’m expecting it will not. What I am expecting is the movie rights will be snapped up and the book immediately turned into a ham-fisted, idiotic film that may or may not have anything to do with the source material. But, after 40 years of hype, there’s no way the new book could be another “Star Wars: The Phantom Menace.” Right? Right?

“Greatest Generation.” While they have not survived a Depression or fought a World War, they are most definitely on a mission. I believe they will not be satisfied unless they make the world a better place to live – for everyone. They don’t know what they can’t do. They have confidence, and they have skill sets that we never had. They also have something else. I recall that when Amelia was first leaving, one of her friends bode her farewell and told her simply to “be fierce.”

I’ll never forget that. I think it may be a one-word description of the new generations who are following their hearts, with passion, fortitude and will. I so admire all my children. In my old age, I am discovering that the payback for all the work you invest as a parent comes back in large part when they start teaching you and making your world bigger. Berlin, back when President John F. Kennedy made his famous speech, was politically at the center of a one of the greatest tempests our world has experienced. It was the interface between East and West – between hope and despair. It represented a gate between the past and the future for us all. Today, Berlin is united and thriving in ways we could never have imagined during the Cold War. As I watch Amelia make her way in Berlin today, I am encouraged, inspired and am given hope for the future. Amelia’s Berlin represents the future to me. Be fierce – wir sind alles Berliners.

Albers celebrates passage of autism insurance bill By Sen. John Albers (R-Roswell) The 2015 legislative session has been off to a quick start with more than 100 Senate resolutions having been read and adopted and more that 70 Senate bills being read on the Senate floor. This week has been very exciting for me. On Jan. 26, Senate Resolution 42 was presented to and adopted by the General Assembly as we recognized members of the Georgia National Guard for their unwavering commitment to our nation’s freedom. This came at a very special time in my family’s life, as my oldest son, Will, left for basic training that same day. I cannot begin to express how proud I am of not only my son, but of all the men and women who put their lives on the line every day to keep us safe at home. I was honored to stand in front of my colleagues and friends to present S.R. 56, commending Jan. 28, 2015 as Autism Awareness Day. I was joined by Ava Bullard, the inspiration behind Ava’s Law, who visited the chamber to voice her concerns about Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). She encouraged all of the legislators to vote “yes” on Senate Bill 1, a bill which will provide up to $35,000 in

insurance coverage for children 6 years and under who have ASD. The Senate celebrated a bi-partisan victory on Thursday as we unanimously passed S.B. 1. If you support this legislation, I strongly encourage you to reach out to your representatives and urge them to vote “yes.” This legislation will ensure children and families affected by ASD will be able to receive the care and support they need. I was very excited to have Kendall Sullivan as my page on the Senate floor on Tuesday as well. This session promises to be full of important legislation, and I will keep you updated on bills passing through the Senate as they do. I am honored to represent District 56 at the Capitol. Please feel free to contact my office at any time to talk about pending legislation or address other concerns in our district – my door and phone lines are always open. Sen. John Albers serves as chairman of the State and Local Government Operations Committee. He represents the 56th Senate District, which includes portions of North Fulton and Cherokee counties. He may be reached at his office at 404-463-8055 or by email at john.albers@senate.ga.gov.

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Rabid raccoon found in Milton Killed at home off Redd Road By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. – A raccoon infected with rabies was killed Jan. 24 at a home on Redd Road in Milton. The homeowner, Paula Spruill, said she heard what she thought was screaming coming from her carport about 3 p.m. “I thought it was a child,” Spruill said.

It was actually a raccoon rummaging around her home. Spruill said her husband came home and the raccoon approached him. Her husband retrieved a gun and killed the animal.

Animal control was called and retrieved the animal, which tested positive for rabies. “It scared the heck out of us,” Spruill said. “It was a scary experience all around.” Spruill said she and her neighbors live on large, heavily wooded lots that are home to a lot of wildlife. Rabies is a viral disease that spreads via bites from an infected animal. The virus travels up the nerves to the brain, causing swelling and eventually death. It is common in wild animals, especially raccoons. Through these animals, it can

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This mountain community, only 1 hour north of Atlanta, is the recipient of many awards including the “Nationals” silver award for Master planned Community of the Year 2014. With the increased demand for new home construction, the Big Canoe Building Group is actively building in several Big Canoe neighborhoods. The group just completed 4 homes in the “Bluffs” neighborhood. One has just sold and the three others are open and ready for immediate sale. The Bluffs neighborhood has wonderful views and is the location of many previous show homes such as the Atlanta Magazine Dream Home, Southern Living Show Home and the recent Art Show Home. Just announced by the Developer of Big Canoe, from now until the end of March 2015, all customer who purchase an existing newly constructed home by the Big Canoe Building Group will receive a full, couples one-year membership in the following Big Canoe amenities, Golf, Tennis, Swimming, Fishing and Fitness- thousands of dollars in value, free! The offer of this free amenity package extends to anyone, between February

NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Sen. John Albers (R-Roswell) will host a town hall meeting on Saturday, Feb. 14, at the Alpharetta City Hall to offer constituents updates about the General Assembly’s business at the State Capitol. This informal meeting provides an opportunity for constituents to become actively engaged in the legislative process and ensure proposed legislation truly reflects the will of the people.

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1 and March 31, 2015, who purchases a new home to be built by the Big Canoe Building Group. And there is even more good news! Big Canoe Company also announced a third offer; the company is making available to qualified purchasers, construction loans on new homes built by the Big Canoe Building Group. Big Canoe Company does have additional new construction homes to show you in other Big Canoe neighborhoods. If you already own a lot here, you will want to investigate how easy it is to have your home built by the Group. Vice President Matt Barnes will be glad to meet with you and explain all of the advantages of working with his group, from design and site selection, financing, all the way through to final color and finishing specifica-

tions and appliances. The Big Canoe Building Group works with Big Canoe Realty to stay current with what the marketplace wants in new construction. That list includes open floor plans (vaulted ceilings, lots of natural light,) energy efficiency, plenty of convenient storage space, roomy kitchens with the latest appliances, master bedroom on the main floor with walk-in closets and roomy baths. If you’ve been thinking about purchasing either a primary or second home in the North Georgia Mountains, now would be a great time to come up and see these new homes and talk about all the possibilities. Just contact Big Canoe Realty at 770-893-2733 for more information and to set up an appointment for your personal tour.

If you go What: Alpharetta Town Hall Meeting Who: Sen. John Albers When: 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 14 Where: Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Ga. 30009

Temple Beth Tikvah announces new Senior Rabbi ROSWELL, Ga.- Roswell’s Temple Beth Tikvah has announced Rabbi Alexandria Shuval-Weiner will become the congregations new Senior Rabbi in July. “We are thrilled to welcome Rabbi Shuval-Weiner as Temple Beth Tikvah’s new spiritual leader,” said Ron Swichkow, president of the congregation’s board of trustees. “Rabbi Shuval-Weiner is

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Charity League logs 14K hours volunteering Roswell-Alpharetta group adds more charities NORTH FULTON, Ga. – The National Charity League Roswell-Alpharetta chapter wrapped up 2014 in big fashion, clocking more than 14,000 hours with 20 charities, including Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, North Fulton Community Charities and Senior Services of North Fulton. The class of 2016 members hosted a Trunk or Treat for residents at Rainbow Village in October. The father-daughter event gave participants the opportunity to show off their creativity while decorating cars and dressing up for the very excited children in attendance. Rainbow Village is one of NCL Roswell-Alpharetta’s newest charities, but already members have volunteered hundreds of hours assisting the organization in their efforts to break the cycle of homelessness, poverty and domestic violence. Operation Homefront is another new one, but the girls were quick to respond to their needs. They helped the organization with their goals of offering financial and food assistance to help the families of service members and Wounded Warriors. At Ticktocker Day, the girls put together more than 180 Thanksgiving meals-in-a-bag. In addition to ongoing charities, the girls closed out 2014 with special holiday events including assisting families during North Fulton Community

Clad in a pirate costume, Claire Wruble hands out candy at the National Charity League’s Trunk or Treat event. Charity’s Santa Shop and pitching in during Chattahoochee Nature Center’s Reindeer Day. The chapter conducted their first “Giving Tree” project with members fulfilling requests from FOCUS families (supporting the needs of families with special needs children), filling Christmas stockings for Rainbow Village and putting together grooming kits for Senior Services of North Fulton. For more than 50 years, the National Charity League nonprofit has thrived as one of the nation’s most distinctive and well-respected motherdaughter membership organizations. It is the only volunteer force of its kind serving local communities around the United States. Annually, NCL members

Duck Dynasty-themed MacKenzie Newton and her father, Bill Newton, at the Trunk or Treat event for residents at Rainbow Village. volunteer approximately one million hands-on hours in local communities, and as many or more supporting their own chapter. The Roswell-Alpharetta chapter was established in 1996 and chartered in

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Cambridge wins regional mock trial Forsyth Central and Lambert fill out top three By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — While most students enjoy taking a break over the weekend, that was not the “case” for 150 students from Forsyth and North Fulton who chose to spend their weekend in court Jan. 30 – 31. For two days, students from Cambridge, Centennial, Forsyth Central, Lambert, Milton, North Forsyth, South Forsyth and West Forsyth high schools gathered in downtown Cumming to compete in the Region 17 Georgia High School Mock Trial. Students battled during the first two rounds, with their plaintiff and defense teams often participating at the same time to have eight simultaneous rounds, said Melissa Banker, one of the coordinators for the event. Banker said the second round is the powermatched round. “We have the scores from

round one and followed the formula designed by the state to form power-matching, so we then come up with the two strongest teams in first and second place,” Banker said. In the end, the top three teams – Cambridge, Forsyth Central and Lambert – won spots to compete in the regional mock trial. Cambridge was the ultimate winner against Forsyth Central. As region champs, Cambridge gets a bye in the first round at district, Banker said. The mock trial event was first initiated 27 years ago at Forsyth Central, said Kathy Vail, educational liaison for the event. “Since that time, Forsyth County Schools have successfully participated in the program, which was developed by the Younger Lawyers Division of the State Bar of Georgia to provide students with an operational understanding of the law, legal issues and the judicial process,” Vail said. Banker, who attended Forsyth Central, said the teams are given a letter to represent them so there is no possible bias against them. “We have attorneys who

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Cambridge’s team won the overall regional mock trial. grew up here, so we try to create anonymity so we have fair scoring based on performance, not where they’re from,” Banker said. The schools chosen to compete are assigned by the state, but Banker said she always insists they include Forsyth’s five public high schools so they don’t have to travel. “Because of our space limitations, we can manage eight schools, so we have eight this

year,” Banker said. “We try to find the schools most closely geographically associated to us.” It’s a competitive event, Banker said, and the students involved are bright kids who get to utilize their competitive nature. “Some of these students will be athletes who compete on a sports field, but a lot will be the more academically oriented kids who may

not compete through a sports field,” Banker said. “It gives them a really good opportunity to compete. Some of these kids will go on to law school and become lawyers, but a lot will not. But what they’ve just experienced is a requirement of them thinking on their feet. It’s really remarkable to watch them and see them putting on a trial.”

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Cambridge, Forsyth Central and Lambert high schools were the top three to place in the regional mock trial.

Trial: Continued from Page 14 Banker said there were over 72 attorneys who volunteered their time at the event and it impresses them to see how the students prepare. “When attorneys are preparing a case for trial, we

don’t get three months to do that, but the students are able to pull this together in three months and be really impressive,” Banker said. “In addition to having that memorization and preparedness of designing a case to have it go forward, they also have to have that witty, quick thinking that we litigators have of thinking on their feet and

being able to really quickly respond.” Besides the obvious benefits for the students, Banker said it helps the local legal community remember why they chose their career. “It’s a good reminder to us of the fun of this job and that it matters,” Banker said, “but it’s also really impressive to watch these kids do this.”

NORTH FULTON, Ga. – North Fulton Community Charities will host a free community event Feb. 10 with guest speaker Robert Lupton. The author of the book, “Toxic Charity: How churches and charities hurt those they help and how to reverse it,” Lupton looks at how charities that mean well may actually harm the communities they aim to help. “Lupton wrote a book in the last couple years that a lot of people were reading and talking about,” said Steve Beecham, organizer of the event, referring to “Toxic Charities.” “Are we enabling people too much? If we help people with food all the time, and they get dependent on getting that food, are we really helping them?” Founder of Atlanta’s FCS Urban Ministries, Lupton has a lifelong passion, along with his wife Peggy, to work with inner

If you go What: “Toxic Charity” guest speaker When: 10 a.m. Feb.10 Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell More Info: nfcchelp.org

city youths. To fulfill his dream, Lupton sold his suburban home and moved his family to the inner city. Author of several books, Lupton continues to be an advocate for families living in the inner city. “A lot of people are in the churches and nonprofits around here,” Beecham said. “We thought this would be a good time to open the meeting up to the community at large.” The lecture is Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 10 a.m. at Roswell United Methodist Church. To RSVP, visit nfcchelp.org. For more information, contact Vonda Malbrough at vmalbrough@nfcchelp.org or call 678-387-4459.

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targets. With the Ziemer Z6 Laser System, your surgeon has the potential to offer you unmatched accuracy and a more predictable and customized cataract procedure. Based on your medical history and pre-operative evaluation, you and your surgeon will discuss the options available for your desired visual result. Together you can discuss a treatment plan which may include using the LDV Z6 to create the laser incisions in the cornea along with an advanced lens implant that may allow for improved near, intermediate or distance vision. This tailored treatment may reduce your need for glasses or contact lenses after surgery. How is laser cataract surgery different from traditional cataract surgery? In traditional cataract surgery, incisions in the cornea are made using handheld instruments including blades to access the cataract. Your surgeon will then use a surgical device to manually create a circular opening in the lens capsule of the eye that holds the cataract. The Ziemer Z6 laser can be used to make the corneal incisions precise and the opening in the lens capsule as circular as possible, in the right location, and sized to fit the replacement lens. Your surgeon can also use the laser to break up and soften the hard cataract. Softening the lens with the laser enables your surgeon to then remove the cataract more gently and with significantly less ultrasound energy than is used in traditional manual cataract surgery. What are the benefits of laser cataract surgery? • A highly customized treatment • A treatment with little or no discomfort • A potentially more precise and predictable treatment • By and large, a gentler and easier cataract removal • Generally, a more rapid visual recovery due to reduced inflammation • The opportunity to receive tailored treatment with advanced technology multifocal lenses, which may reduce the need for glasses or contact lenses after surgery Am I a suitable candidate for laser cataract surgery? Your surgeon and you will decide whether you are a suitable candidate based on your eye anatomy, type of cataract and type of lens implant that you desire. Most patients are candidates for having some of the steps of cataract surgery

performed with the Ziemer Z6 laser. How long has the procedure been performed? Thousands of cataract procedures have been successfully performed using femtosecond laser systems, and femtosecond lasers have been used in eye procedures for decades. The most familiar use of femtosecond laser technology is LASIK. Femtosecond lasers represent an advanced standard in precision laser cataract surgery and the Ziemer Z6 platform was FDA cleared in 2013. What should I expect on the day of surgery? Your day in surgery should be no different than a routine cataract case. The Ziemer Z6 laser is positioned next to the surgeon and is utilized seamlessly during the cataract surgery process. You will be given mild IV sedation that will likely keep you pleasantly unaware of the goings on in surgery. Not only is it potentially painless, there are no needles or stitches as part of the procedure. What should I expect after surgery? After surgery, you can generally expect your vision to be improved within 24 hours. Generally, patients experience no pain after surgery. Slight scratchiness of the eye is common and they prescribed eye drops will help with any of these symptoms. Many patients return to work or normal activities the next day and even drive themselves to their postop day one appointment! How long does the procedure take? You can expect to be at our center for about 2 hours, and you will be in the procedure room for only 20-25 minutes. Please call 678-688-4575 or visit our website at milaneyecenter.com for more information on how to schedule your Cataract evaluation at Milan Eye Center where compassion meets excellence in eye care.

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3 Natural Treatments for an Underactive Thyroid Dr. SEAN SAVEDOFF of Revolution Health There are some natural ways to support your thyroid, and ensure it functions optimally. You may want to find a doctor that practices functional medicine. A functional medical doctor can assist you with natural ways of treating the root cause of illness, rather than just treating the symptoms with medication. The thyroid is, after all, considered the “Master” in controlling your body’s metabolism. It needs to be treated with respect, so that you can feel better. Here are three natural treatments that you can do to support your thyroid: 1. Detoxify your liver Maybe you are asking yourself what your liver has to do with your thyroid. The answer is, “lots!” Your liver is a very important organ, as one of its roles is to filter blood and detoxify it as it passes through the liver. Therefore, it is the main detoxification organ in your body, as everything you consume (alcohol, medications, etc.) eventually makes its way through your liver. Your liver is also responsible for converting the T4 (Thyroxine) hormone into the more active T3 form. 2. Ensure you get enough iodine, BUT….. If you are including iodized salt in your diet, you are probably okay. However, as many people try to cut back on their salt intake for other health reasons

such as maintaining healthy blood pressures, they also reduce their intake of iodine. One BIG exception to the iodine rule: if you’ve been diagnosed with or think you may have Hashimoto’s (autoimmune hypothyroiditis), DR. SAVEDOFF iodine may make you worse if there is a selenium deficiency. Selenium protects against the effects of iodine toxicity. If you increase iodine without checking for a selenium deficiency, you can not only create Hashimotos but make it worse if you have already been diagnosed with it. Make sure your doctor is testing for this before any iodine therapy is undertaken. 3. Eat certain foods that support your thyroid, and avoid or lessen consumption of others that do not. As Hippocrates stated, “Let food be thy medicine...” Foods to include in your diet include: • Eggs • Grass-fed beef • Wild caught saltwater fish • Cultured or fermented dairy (cheese or yogurt) from grass-fed sources Avoid or lessen consumption of foods such as: Some foods are considered “goitrogenic,” meaning they cause the thyroid

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Is Strength Training Superior To Cardio? If you desire the best cardiovascular exercise—and you should—then you should find the best way to train your skeletal muscles. Strength training is the most efficient way to improve cardiovascular fitness. The heart is an involuntary muscle that responds to the increased demands of the skeletal muscles. Thus, our only means of voluntarily controlling the heart—albeit an indirect means—is by working our skeletal muscles. The notion of cardio—in the sense that we can isolate its involvement by some special activity for the heart—is false.

In fact, the major components of the cardiovascular system, the heart and the lungs, can be improved only to a limited degree. Increase in strength is usually responsible for what is perceived as cardiovascular improvement. The heart and lungs exist for the purpose of supporting or servicing the working skeletal muscles. As the muscles improve in their ability to do work more efficiently, there is less demand on the cardiovascular system. Typically the emphasis in cardiovascular training— the basis for ‘aerobics’—is the heart rate. However, strength

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Let nutrition fuel your training By Carrie Mueller, MS, RD, CDE Northside Hospital Diabetes and Nutrition Education Nothing starts my day better than a good run; and I’m not alone. About 19 million Americans share the label of recreational runner with me. We’re a community of like-minded enthusiasts, and sharing best practices is what a community does best. As a Registered Dietitian and longtime runner, I’ve learned several nutrition hacks along the way that will fuel your training for an upcoming race and get your best performance yet. Hydration is key for any runner in training, so drink lots of water. I typically don’t consume sports drinks during runs unless they are longer than an hour. However, they can be beneficial post run to re-hydrate and replenish lost electrolytes.While commercial sports drinks will work, you can try unsweetened coconut water as a natural source of potassium and magnesium, and add a quarter teaspoon of

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Sunrise Detox Opening in Alpharetta On January 14th, over 300 members of the local communities visited a new medical detox center opening on North Point Parkway. Church leaders, representatives from local governments and hospitals, social workers, doctors, psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers all came for one thing: to witness Sunrise Detox Alpharetta, slated to open in February. According to Dr. Thomas Locke, an Alpharetta Internist, “If I had to highlight just one amazing part of this, which I really can’t since so much of it is wonderful, I would note that the fine people of Sunrise Detox really get it. They understand that it takes a community working together to solve the addiction problems we face. Not just each of us doing our part, but all of us, working together.

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Local wrestlers advance to area meets Competing for state berths this weekend By MIKE BLUM news@appenmediagroup.com

CUMMING, Ga. – Local high school wrestlers competed in area meets Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, with the top four finishers in each weight class advancing to sectionals, which are scheduled for this coming weekend. The top finishers from sectional meets will advance to the state champions meets in Macon Feb. 12 –14. The AAAAAA Area 6 meet was held at North Forsyth, with Chattahoochee advancing eight wrestlers to sectionals at Mill Creek in Gwinnett. Johns Creek advanced four wrestlers, Centennial three, Alpharetta two and Northview one. Area results for Chattahoochee’s wrestlers advancing to sectionals were (season records in parentheses): Jordan Pitt, 120, first (44-3); Sean Hoffman, 195, first (33-3); Perry Benton, 285, first (26-13); Matt Picus, 152, second (39-10); Daniel Amram, 170, second (22-11); Carrington Hill, 182, second (26-4); Ethan Phillips, 113, third (40-7); Sam Latzsch, 220, third (21-13). Johns Creek: Michael Banks, 138, fourth (19-11); Nash Barney, 170, fourth (13-13); Jerome King, 195, fourth; Austin Otto, 182, fourth. Centennial: Nicholas Floyd, 138, second (20-3); Julio Urbina, 145, third, (18-11); Jack Shields, 160, fourth (16-11). Alpharetta: Alex Rahm, 106, second (20-8); Julian Monroe, 145, fourth (24-11). Northview: Jack Kenyon, 220, second (23-2). Roswell qualified seven wrestlers from the AAAAAA Area 5 meet at Lassiter. The Hornets will also compete this weekend at Mill Creek. Roswell’s qualifiers were: Demarco Gatti, 160, first (34-3); Tylor Johnson, 195, first (18-4); Cole Anderson, 170, second (32-11); Cameron Whiteman, 285, second (12-2); Ryan Willis, 220, second (31-8); Robert Copenhaver, 182, third (30-9); Brian Slewitzke, 138, third (29-10). Cambridge qualified nine wrestlers from the AAAAA Area 7 meet at Cass, and will host sectionals this weekend. Cambridge’s qualifiers were: Sean Kaira, first, 220 (40-10); Devin Kane, 160, first (54-1); J.R. Salemi, 126, first (57-6); Trey Wolfe, 195, second (35-20); Will Britain,

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145, third (48-7); Dawson Brooks, 106, third (26-16); Brock Nielson, 170, third (31-11); Zack Cameron, 113, fourth (28-13); Nathan Kurtz, 138, fourth. Blessed Trinity qualified 11 wrestlers from the AAA Area 4 meet at Locust Grove. The Titans will compete in sectionals this weekend in Sonoraville. BT’s qualifiers were: James Hawkins, 285, first (21-3); Cameron Nolan, 195, first (22-5); James Humphrey, 113, second (9-3); Ian Spitler, 138, second (20-13); Joey Brinsmaid, 126, third (12-8); Ben Pierce, 152, third (16-10); Jon Anderson, 160, fourth; Huiet Joseph, 220, fourth (19-9); Josh Likes, 182, fourth; Jacob Schoonover, 106, fourth; Caelan Tackitt, 145, fourth (14-7). St. Francis qualified 12 wrestlers from a Class A area meet at Commerce. The Knights will compete in sectionals this weekend at George Walton Academy in Monroe. The St. Francis qualifiers were: Seth Cecil, 285, second (18-10); Sam Franke, 220, second; Evan Robinson, 132, second (21-10); Ethan Sparks, 126, second (17-13); Stephen Agon, 182, third; Matthew Fezza, 145, third (21-9); John Franke, 160, third (20-16); Will Smith, 106, third (12-7); Josh Snyder, 152, third (25-11); Ben Ziegler, 138, third; Jack Kilpatrick, 120, fourth (19-15); Chris Rech, 113, fourth. Fellowship Christian qualified one wrestler for sectionals – Nathan Shirley, 160, second (25-6). Mount Pisgah had three wrestlers qualify: Pierce Erhardt, 152, second (52-4); Connor Spence, 113, third (25-25); Karlos Nadal, 106, fourth (43-16).

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Raiders, Eagles have large football signing classes Sapp to Tennessee, Fortune to Georgia Southern By MIKE BLUM news@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Last Wednesday was National Signing Day for high school football players to sign college scholarships, and Milton and Alpharetta led the way among local teams. Alpharetta had nine players sign last week and Milton eight, and both numbers could increase a bit in the near future. Leading the way for Alpharetta was all-state defensive end Andrew Butcher, the Co-Defensive Player of the Year in North Fulton. Butcher has already enrolled at Tennessee. The Raiders’ other major recruit was quarterback Austin King, who originally committed to North Carolina State but signed with Indiana. Defensive lineman Devon Johnson signed with East Tennessee State, and wide receiver James Marbaugh signed with Butler, both Division I FCS schools. The Raiders sent three players to the Ivy League. Linebacker Jake Behrend and wide receiver/kicker Ryan Kopec signed with Brown, and running back Miles Smith will play for Dartmouth. Wide receiver Rustin Suter stayed in state, signing with Division II Valdosta State, and defensive lineman Austin Hoffman also signed with a D II team (Lenoir-Rhyne). Former Alpharetta player Rodney Morris is transferring from UAB, which dropped its football program, to Tennessee State. Milton had eight players sign, among them all-state offensive lineman Nick Wilson, a longtime Stanford commit, and all-state linebacker Quarte Sapp, who decided less than a week before signing day to join Butcher at Tennessee. Sapp and Butcher shared Defensive Player of the Year honors in North Fulton. Wide receiver/defensive back Obe Fortune, Co-Player of the Year in North Fulton, made a late switch from Appalachian State to Georgia Southern. De-

fensive lineman Nick Steinhaus will play football at West Point, with fellow defensive lineman Isaiah Hawkins also signing with a military school (Citadel). Offensive lineman Ernest Dye signed with Southern Illinois, and running back Micco Brisker was a late addition to Lehigh’s recruiting class. Both schools play at the Division I FCS level along with the Citadel. Running back Nathan Cranor will play for D III Sewanee (Tennessee). Former Eagles’ standout offensive lineman Cory Helms is transferring to South Carolina after starting for two seasons at Wake Forest, where he was a freshman All-America selection in 2013 at center before moving to guard last season. Signing from Northview were quarterback D.J. Pearson (Arkansas State), defensive back Ernest Gunn (Southern Mississippi), linebacker Devan Johnson (Hampton), defensive lineman Tyler Cross (Syracuse) and linebacker Malcolm Conn (Mississippi Gulf Coast Junior College). Wide receiver Matty Biondich, the 2013 North Fulton Offensive Player of the Year, is expected to play lacrosse at West Point. Roswell had three players sign last week, including wide receiver Mechane Slade (Memphis). Defensive back Shakur Jackson signed with Tennessee State and fellow DB Rodney Dorcemont will stay close to home, signing with Reinhardt College in Waleska. The Hornets will likely have several

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more players sign in the near future. Chattahoochee linebacker Josh Weisberg will join two Alpharetta players at Brown, with kicker Andrew Gray signing with Valdosta State. Collin Lisa, who starred as a wide receiver for the Cougars in 2012 and ’13, is transferring to Buffalo after UAB discontinued its football program. Blessed Trinity linebacker Pat Jasinski, who shared Player of the Year honors with Fortune and was selected as

the Defensive Player of the Year in Class AAA, signed with Central Florida, and defensive lineman Joe Camacho was one of two local players to sign with Butler. Mount Pisgah quarterback Aaron Winchester, the CoOffensive Player of the Year in North Fulton, signed with Georgia State, and Patriots’ defensive lineman Shingi Chigwere will play for the Air Force Academy. King’s Ridge wide receiver Penny Hart will join Winchester at Georgia State,

and Centennial defensive lineman/linebacker Chris Calhoun will play in the ACC for Wake Forest. Cambridge defensive lineman Josh Kania will play at New Hampshire, perennially one of the top FCS teams, and punter/receiver Hunter Smith will walk-on at Kennesaw State along with Roswell receiver Reggie White. Cambridge quarterback Brian Moore, who shared Offensive Player of the Year honors with Winchester, has yet to sign.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The gymnasium of the Alpharetta First Baptist Church was filled with laughter Jan. 31 as dozens of families spent their Saturday afternoon playing sports in the Shine Ministry special needs respite. Alpharetta First Baptist Church offers its Shine Ministry Respite for special needs families in order to bring them into the congregation and community. “We let the community know there is a place for special needs families here,” said Jennifer Burton, an organizer of the event. The Jan. 31 event was the second such event, but also the largest. About 100 volunteers played with 35 special needs people of all ages. The church plans on holding more such events. Burton said the numbers of those affected with special needs is growing. “You can look around the church and know they are there,” she said.

Raccoon: Continued from Page 10 or a vaccine. “These symptoms may never occur or may occur only at the very last stages of the disease,” reports the Health Department. “Any nondomesticated or stray animal that acts abnormal should be suspected of having rabies. Rabid animals may stagger, appear restless, be aggressive, have difficulty walking, seem overly friendly

“We want to let them know they are loved.” The theme of the day was based on the Biblical book of John, 9:1-3, in which Jesus and his followers come upon a blind man. Back then, such afflictions were assumed to be caused by either the sufferer or his family sinning. When asked who sinned to cause the man’s blindness, Jesus answered that no one sinned. Rather, he was blind so that the works of God could be shown to him. Parent Cindy Smith said it means a lot for her child to be out in the community. “Some volunteers have never been exposed to the special needs community,” she said. “And it’s great for our children, putting them in new situations where they are safe.” “They are exposed, coming out from their daily routines and meeting other people,” said fellow parent Stephanie Serowitz. “People doing this makes me feel good.” Shine Ministry is an ongoing program on Sunday mornings that allows the families to worship at the Alpharetta First Baptist Church, 44 Academy St., Alpharetta. For information and registration, visit www.fbca.com/shine-programs. or appear to be choking.” One of the best ways to prevent rabies from getting into a home is to vaccinate pets and instruct children to stay away from wild animals. If an animal is suspected of having rabies, it is advised to contact local animal control, said Pamela J. Bryant, with Fulton County Animal Services. Fulton County Animal Services handles domestic animals, raccoons and bats. Livestock and other large animals are handled by the state Department of Natural Resources.

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The Lady Gladiators “B” team poses after their championship game. In front, from left, are Ella Schulman, Bella Dishman, Manon Gerard and Reagan Flyer. In back, from left, are coach Mike Deubel, Jordan McEntyre, Gabriela Gibbs, Annabel McCarthy, Maria Mitchell, Zohe Serrano, Emma Johnson and coach Kerri Stinger-Herbert.

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Sunshine Academy parents hope to open new charter school in August New school would allow students to remain together after Sunshine closes in June BY CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. -- With the closing of the Fulton Sunshine Academy (FSA) Elementary School in June, a committed group of parents is hoping for approval of a new charter school where their children can transition come August. A charter application for the proposed Fulton Academy of Science and Technology (FAST) was submitted in early January by parents whose children currently attend FSA. It is one of six charter applications under review by the school system, but the only one that seeks to open in August instead of in 2016. We feel that our community [of] parents, teachers and staff at Sunshine have put

together a compelling charter application that will provide the North Fulton learning community a specialized STEM focused school, said Phillip Chen, whose is spearheading the efforts to open FAST. The school will focus on science and math, with plans to become STEM certified within three years of opening. While no location has been announced, Chen said FAST will be located in North Fulton. But the tight time frame requested by the FAST applicants could be an issue. Officials with the Fulton County School System say it would take “unprecedented” action to have the school approved and ready to go by the start of the next school year. Traditionally, approved charter schools require a year between approval

and opening. “It’s a challenging request and it’s never been done before,” acknowledged Laura Stowell, who oversees charter schools for Fulton Schools. “But the [applicants] are hoping to have an abbreviated process and the decision rests with the school board, and [ultimately] the state. “ That expedited time frame is important to FAST organizers who say they want a seamless transition from FSA to a new school. Last fall, the Fulton School Board voted not to renew the FSA charter for a second 5-year term, effectively shuttering the school in June. The reasons for non-renewal centered squarely on concerns with FSA‘s governing board, and not the academic performance of the school. Chen, a parent of two children at FSA, said FAST will allow parents and students to remain together and continue

the accomplishments and sense of unity that has been built over the past five years. Currently more than 150 parents are involved in the effort to open FAST. “What the Sunshine community has created is something we all want to keep,” said Chen, who is spearheading the efforts for FAST. “We want to keep the core values intact and make it even stronger.” He said he knows there are good options in Fulton for the students if they return to their home schools, but the desire to stay together has prompted them to try a final effort to start their own school. “We appreciate Fulton Schools for giving us the change to stay together,” said Chen. “We had lost all hope when we lost the charter renewal.” All six applications for new charter schools will be reviewed by school system staff

over the next few months, then submitted to the Fulton School Board for final decision in April. If the FAST application is approved, it must still receive approval by the State Department of Education before opening. Chen recognizes everything must be in place to open FAST within weeks of a final approval. To that end, several parent committees have been established, including human resources, finances, communication, site location, fundraising, among others as they work to build the school. “We’re organized, proactive and working under the assumption the charter will go through,” said Chen. “But we also know this is [a difficult process] and we appreciate Fulton County Schools for giving us the opportunity to do this.” For more information on FAST, visit www.newfultoncharter.com.

Students selected for Georgia Youth Leadership Awards ATLANTA – 21st Century Leaders, a Georgia-based nonprofit youth leadership development program, has selected the top 20 youth leaders for the seventh annual Georgia Youth Leadership Awards on Feb. 26. Since 2008, 21st Century Leaders (21CL), in partnership with business and civic leaders, has recognized 20 outstanding high school students throughout Georgia each year. The students must meet criteria for community service and recognized excellence.

This year’s top 20 includes nonprofit founders, philanthropists, app creators and community advocates. These students come from all parts of Georgia – all in high school. The nominated students were chosen by a 16-member selection committee comprised of 10 Atlanta Business Chronicle’s 40-under-40 members, two 21CL Board of Directors members, two 21CL alumni and two 21CL student peers. The students will be honored at the Georgia Youth

Leadership Awards on Feb. 26 at the Omni Hotel at CNN Center in downtown Atlanta. CNN student news anchor Carl Azuz will host the ceremony. Through corporate sponsors, each youth leader will be presented with a $250 mini-grant, with one student awarded the Turner Voices Innovative Leadership Award – the event’s top award that includes a $1,000 mini-grant from the event’s leading sponsor, Turner Broadcasting. For more information about

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Penny is a white Shepherd-mix that needs a new home.

Fulton County Animal Services Pet of the Week: Penny FULTON COUNTY, Ga. – Penny is a beautiful and gentle 2-year-old white Shepherd mix who weighs 35 pounds. She is a smart dog who loves to take walks and be close to her human. Penny would make the perfect companion. She’s good around children and gets along well with other dogs too. As part of Fulton Animal Services’ “Ring in the New Year with a New Pet” promotion, Penny (or any of the shelter’s

pets) may be adopted. Her spay, vaccines and microchip are also free. All potential adopters will be screened to ensure Penny is going to a good home. To meet Penny, please drop by the shelter, email adoptions@fultonanimalservices. com or call 404-613-0357. To view dogs or cats available for adoption, please visit the shelter at 860 Marietta Blvd. NW, Atlanta, 30318 or go to www. fultonanimalservices.com/ adopt.

CITY OF MILTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR USE PERMITS Petition No.:

U15-01/U15-02/VC15-01

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Public Hearings:

Community Zoning Information Meeting Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. Design Review Board (Rezoning only) Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. Planning Commission Meeting Wednesday, March 25, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. Mayor and City Council Meeting Monday, April 27, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.

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ership and communication skills in a positive environment. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or even advanced communicator, the Toastmasters program is sure to generate incremental improvements. Club members deliver prepared speeches or participate in the impromptu segment called “Table Topics.” Members receive professional and personalized feedback on their

speaking, enabling personal growth each week. The Alpharetta club meets Tuesday evenings from 7:15 – 8:30 p.m. at the Kroger on Windward Parkway (conference room located upstairs), with the exception of the first Tuesday of each month. New members are welcome to drop in and learn what the program offers. For more information, visit www.suntoast. info. —Jonathan Copsey

Invitation to Bid FY15 - Hopewell Road - Birmingham Road Intersection Improvements ITB NUMBER 15 - PW3 Sealed Bid Due Date: March 3rd, 2015 2:00 PM Local Time Milton City Hall To be publicly opened approximately 2:05 PM in the Courthouse The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids. The City of Milton is requesting submittals from interested parties for a public private partnership.The request for sealed bids for FY15 Hopewell Road - Birmingham Road Intersection Improvements will be posted on the following websites the week of February 2nd. http://www.cityofmiltonga.us or http://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/PRSapp/PR_index.jsp

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Arrests: Continued from Page 2 Rocky Creek Drive, Roswell, was arrested Jan. 15 on Saratoga Drive in Roswell for possession of schedule III, IV and V controlled substances. ►► Derrick Martin Ross, 24, of Fairview Bluff, Johns Creek, was arrested Jan. 13 on Nesbit Ferry Road in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana and tag light required. ►► Parker Victoria Kaye, 22, of Plantation Drive, Roswell, was arrested Jan. 12 on Plantation Drive in Roswell for possession of marijuana and possession of drug-related items. ►► Justin Travis Sebring, 35, of Legacy Oaks Circle, Roswell, was arrested Jan. 10 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana, possession of drug-related items and failure to maintain lane. ►► Jeffrey Michael Brook, 24, was arrested Jan. 22 on Webb Road in Milton for possession of marijuana, pos-

session of a schedule II controlled substance, drugs not kept in the original container, brake light violation and notice of change of address. ►► Nicholas David Hope, 28, of Hickory Flat Road, Alpharetta, was arrested Jan. 24 on Rucker Road in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana. ►► Ali H. Ali, 29, of Stelten Way, Alpharetta, was arrested Jan. 21 on South Main Street in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana, suspended license and headlight requirement. ►► Michael Wilson, 25, of Nashville, Tennessee, was arrested Jan. 20 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana and loitering. ►► Andre Avery Singler, 26, of Atlanta was arrested Jan. 15 on Davis Drive in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana, possession of methamphetamines and suspended license. ►► Ronald Wiley, 27, of Decatur was arrested Jan. 15 on Davis Drive in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana and possession of methamphetamines.

Blotter: Continued from Page 3 Park man was arrested Jan. 11 after allegedly breaking into several vehicles and stealing weapons. Police accused Jeffrey Leon Elkins, 30, of College Park of entering autos. They say he broke into several vehicles at the Atlantic Seafood restaurant on Mansell Road about 8 p.m. Windows were broken on the vehicles. One victim told police two Glock handguns and ammunition were taken from their car along with an iPad mini. Police say they chased Elkins from the scene and

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Wanted: threepiece patio set MILTON, Ga. – Someone made off with a three-piece patio set and a plastic plant Jan. 25. The victim told police she kept a patio set on her back porch consisting of two chairs and a table. On Jan. 25, she looked out her back window and saw the items were missing. The items were last seen the day before. They are described as brown wrought iron and the seats had a same-colored cushion. They are valued at $350. A 4-foot plastic plant inside a plant pot was also taken.

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Linda Susan Anderson, 57, of Cumming, passed away February 1, 2015. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Jeanne Brown, 88, of Alpharetta, passed away January 22, 2015. Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

Bruno G. Canario, 90, of Suwanee, passed away January 27, 2015. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Chris Croft, 52, of Cumming, passed away January 27, 2015. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Marion Fairfax, 99, of Johns Creek, passed away January 31, 2015. Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

William Hasslock, 75, of Roswell, passed away February 1, 2015. Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

Rosemary Hinman, 65, of Suwanee, passed away January 28, 2015. Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

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