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Photographer Sharon Dowdell stands with a Photoshopped work she did called “Cosmic Woman,” one of the pieces of artwork on display at the Johns Creek Arts Center through the month of February for Black History Month. Read more, Page 24.

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Barrington Lane, Alpharetta, was arrested Jan. 29 on Sargent Road in Johns Creek for DUI, failure to maintain lane and brake-light required. ►► Michael Keyes, 25, of Grayson, Georgia, was arrested Jan. 26 on Waters Road in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Sean Michael Luby, 32, of

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Providence Oaks Street, Milton, was arrested Jan. 30 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to obey a traffic-control device. ►► Quisera Starasia Bowser, 26, of Creekside Way, Roswell, was arrested Jan. 30 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI, open container, reckless driving, possession of marijuana and driving the wrong way on a one-way road. ►► Earl Gray Vickers, 24, of Sandy Springs, was arrested Jan. 31 on Hamptons Passage in Alpharetta for DUI, no license and hit-and-run. ►► Michael Antonio Jones, 23, of Norcross, was arrested Jan. 24 on Avalon Boulevard in Alpharetta for DUI. ►► Taylor Jon Nulph, 23, of Canton, was arrested Jan. 27 on Hamby Road

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Corey Sinclair Waithe, 26, and Samira Raheema Young, 29, both of Decatur, each have seven counts including first-degree burglary, aggravated assault, aggravated battery and theft by taking. WAITHE They are accused of breaking into the home at Pilgrim Mill Road and Magnolia Avenue Feb. 2, 2015. The homeowner was asleep when she heard noises and went to investigate. She then interrupted the burglary

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Building valuations and permits 2011 – 2015 1/1/11 – 12/31/11

1/1/12 – 3/14/12

1/1/13 – 12/31/13

1/1/14 – 12/31/14

1/1/15 – 12/31/15

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Valuation*^

# of Permits

Valuation*^

# of Permits

Valuation*^

# of Permits

Valuation*^

# of Permits

Valuation*^

# of Permits

Valuation*^

# of Permits

SF ATTACHED

$1,578,228.00

$22,893,808.00

$12,460,362.00

$3,339,600.00

$351,321,135.00

124

$391,584,133.00

316

SF DETACHED

$27,401,925.00

351

$26,273,194.00

190

$32,248,991.00

131

$41,460,862.00

$56,392,810.00

169

$183,777,782.00

929

Commercial & Office

$11,889,225.00

$58,397,469.00

102

$15,774,030.00

$876,525,320.00

$16,602,311.00

$979,188,355.00

150

Totals:

$40,869,378.00

$382.00

$107,564,471.00

362

$60,483,383.00

210

$921,325,782.00

123

$424,307,256.00

318

$1,554,550,270.00

1,395

^ Residential valuation amounts are calculated using $40/SF and will appear lower than neighboring municipalities’ valuation numbers, which use a higher vaulation cost/SF * Commercial valuation amounts vary depending on commercial use and range from $20/SF - $60/SF and will appear lower than neighboring municipalities’ valuations amounts, which use a higher valuation cost/SF. Also commercial valuation amounts do not include MEP costs which are calcualted separately.

Johns Creek sustains $1.5B in new development since 2011 City has had robust development with room for more to come By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – While conventional wisdom has held that Johns Creek is almost built out, the reality is the city has continued to grow over the last five years at an average of $300 million a year. The five-year total for new development in Johns Creek is $1.5 billion. Community Development Director Sharon Ebert said over that time the city has issued nearly 1,400 building permits (316 for single-family attached; 929 single-family detached; and150 commercial. And the kicker is Community Development Director Sharon Ebert said that number is likely low. Most cities use the valuation in the International Code Council Building Valuation Data. Johns Creek does not. “So our numbers may be out of sync,” Ebert said. The city may have undervalued

new development by a third. But any way you cut it, Johns Creek has been adding to its tax base in a big way. From 2011 through 2015, commercial and residential construction has continued to grow. A great deal of EBERT the commercial growth can be attributed to the recent $500 million expansion of the contact lens maker Alcon completed last year. But total commercial growth over the last 5 years has been $979 million. Single-family attached housing has added 391.5 million and single-family detached housing produced another $183.7 million. Alpharetta in its heyday of rapid development from 1993-97 attained a total of $1.2 billion, although more of it was in Class A commercial building construction. There remains 7 percent of landmass

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undeveloped in John Creek. Ebert said the change in Johns Creek in the last 25 years has been nothing short of dramatic. “Johns Creek has built rather quickly. It has gone from mostly forest and hayfields to what it is today,” she said. More activity has occurred in the last two years than the previous three combined. Most of that is due to Alcon’s $500 million expansion, but it also includes $351,312,135 in single-family attached housing that came on line in 2015. Residential construction remains active because new phases of subdivision communities are coming along as they near build-out. There are 405 single-family building permits currently under construction in the city with 800 more in the pipeline but not yet pulled. “Growth brings problems, but cities like those kinds of problems. You don’t want the problems of a Detroit which is losing population,” Ebert said. A continuing problem for all of North Fulton is workforce housing. Where do firefighters, teachers and nurses all live? And is it better for the community to have these people live in the city or be commuters? Ebert noted that in New York City, police officers and firefighters live on average 4 counties away where they can find affordable housing and good schools. “Thankfully, we are not there yet in Johns Creek. But it is a decision the city must begin to plan for,” Ebert said. “But Johns Creek is open for business with room to grow.” While 7 percent is all that remains undeveloped in Johns Creek, Ebert says its potential is huge.

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Smile – you may be on a school bus camera Stop arm photos aim to catch scofflaws BY CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The incidents of deaths or injuries to kids at school bus stops in Georgia is low, and Fulton County School officials want to keep it that way. Beginning Feb. 8, Fulton County school buses are now armed with the latest technology in combating drivers who pass stopped buses while kids are getting on or off. The system has partnered with American Traffic Solutions to place cameras on school bus stop arms which will take videos and photos of cars involved in illegal passing. The video and photos are then sent to local law enforcement for review, validation and potential assessment of fines. “The camera program’s primary goal is to change driver behavior for the protection of children,” said Kate Coulson, communications director for ATS. “Even though a child may not be

hit each time a vehicle makes an illegal pass, it’s only a matter of time before this dangerous behavior is going to end tragically for a child.” Fines from $300 to $1,000 for repeat offenders will begin on March 8, after the 30-day warning period. During the trial period, drivers will only get warnings from law enforcement. The infractions are considered a civil violation, so the information is not reported to insurance companies, noted a Fulton Schools official. Fulton County, the state’s fourth-largest school district with 96,000 students, is the 13th school district in Georgia to partner with Arizona-based ATS. Since its start in 2012, approximately 51,500 school bus stop arm violations have been issued in Georgia. The program is in place in 25 states nationwide. “Providing safe travel for the children who ride our 760 buses to and from school is our main priority with this safety program,” said Interim Fulton Schools Superintendent Kenneth Zeff. “These cameras will allow us to better inform the public that serious consequences can occur when you run

the stop arm.” The cost of installing and maintaining equipment is being funded by ATS, with no cost to Fulton Schools. In the past 20 years, there have been no reports of injuries to Fulton students getting on or off school buses, but the danger has always been present, said Susan Hale, communications manager for Fulton Schools. The risk is even greater now with drivers distracted by cellphones and other gadgets in their vehicles.

“Anecdotally, our bus drivers report numerous cases every day where cars fail to stop for the stop arm,” said Hale. “They are quite supportive of this program and want to see motorists change their driving behavior.” Each day, Fulton transports 79,000 riders to and from schools, traveling over 50,000 miles daily. “That’s the same distance as going around the Earth twice and adds up to more than 10 million miles a year,” said Hale.

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Habitat ReStore builds lives with bargains Let me begin by saying, to my mind, there are few finer causes than Habitat for Humanity. What greater catalyst for change for an entire family than to make it possible for them to have a home of HATCHER HURD their own. Executive Editor hatcher@appenmediagroup.com I was privileged many years ago to serve on what was then Habitat for Humanity North Fulton. I once interviewed then House Speaker Newt Gingrich when he sponsored a Habitat build in Roswell. He had challenged every member of Congress to sponsor a Habitat home in their districts, as well. I was at the site, in fact, when Mr. Speaker scrambled up on the roof to talk to the volunteers nailing in the shingles. Well, I wasn’t going to let that opportunity pass so I climbed to the top of the ladder to hear what he had to say and snap a picture. And in the process I got one of my best headlines ever. The next issue had Newt’s photo on the roof and the hammerhead headline: THE SPEAKER ON THE HOUSE! Last spring, when Drew Meyer, the ReStore Operations Group senior director, came to tell me about the Habitat ReStore opening in Roswell, I was all ears. I knew a little about the ReStores. They take donated housewares, furniture, appliances, building materials and the like for which donors get tax deductions. They turn around and sell the items in a ReStore which in turn finances new Habitat homes, both locally and through the Habitat tithe, globally. I was happy to write the story, but I wanted to come back and get a closer look when it was in operation. First, it is big, 27,000 square feet –

Vernita Gibson stands next to a photo taken the day she and her children moved into their Habitat home.

Habitat for Humanity ReStore Roswell Donations Center Address: 1 1060 Alpharetta Hwy Suite 178 Phone: 770- 415-1650 Hours: 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Tues. thru Sat. twice the size of the average ReStore. You walk into it on Alpharetta Highway in Roswell and it looks like one of those big furniture outlet stores. But the deeper you get into the store, the more it begins to change – refrigerators, ovens, washing machines and more. Then there are light fixtures, from small lamps to huge chandeliers. Cabinetry, flooring, doors of all sizes, window frames and tile of all sizes and shapes are there. I toyed with the idea of volunteering at the ReStore and see it work close up. Of course I found a thousand excuses to put it off, but one day I said OK, and there I was, standing in front of store manager Ann Congdon. Ann had been so sweet and friendly when I came out to write my article. And here she was again, still sweet, still friendly – and all business. She has to be. The ReStore is a business and it has to turn a profit. True, the profits go to help build houses, but there are expenses to cover. There is paid staff, a lease on the building, utilities and so on. And there is a lot to do each day. People drove up to donate a bed and a dresser at one door, and volunteers unloaded it. Other people bought sofas and a coffee tables, which volunteers put in cars or trucks for customers. And just when a lull hits, somebody drives up to the loading dock with a full load of the big stuff. The first time I saw the ReStore’s delivery truck back up to that dock, it was filled with refrigerators. There most of have been 20 of them. And we three guys were there to unload them. It really hits home when you come back a few days later and all of the refrigerators are gone – sold. Inventory turns over quick at the ReStore. They have a saying there. If you see it and want it, buy it. It won’t be there when you come back. And it’s true. There is a steady stream of people bringing things in or buying them and taking it all away. It’s funny but you get a real sense of accomplishment when you think you had a hand in making it happen. Ann touched on that same feeling once. “At the end of the day, you see what has come in and what has gone out.

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Katrina. She was born and raised in New Orleans, but she had three young children so she packed up and came looking for a better life. After finding a job, she heard about the Habitat for Humanity program. “I inquired about it, they said I should apply. The day I got accepted was the happiest day of my life. Well, the second happiest. The happiest was the day they gave us the keys,” Vernita said. Habitat for Humanity places a lot of emphasis on the clients putting “sweat equity” into getting a home. And no one is “given” a Habitat home. First, applicants must qualify for consideration of a home. Once accepted, families must agree to complete a minimum of 400 hours working on neighboring Habitat homes as well as their own. That not only reduces the amount of labor required to build these houses, it is hands-on training in basic maintenance skills for families to maintain their homes. Finally, it imparts a sense of ownership and self-worth for those families. At the ReStore, they hang postersized photos of families receiving their Habitat homes. Vernita proudly pointed out the photo taken the day she and her children moved into their Habitat home. Looking at those beaming faces said it all. I suppose anything worth having is worth working for. For me, having a Habitat ReStore is one of those things. By volunteering I met all kinds of interesting people, and I knew the work led to tangible results that are helping families into homes of their own.

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SPLOST 5 vote on May 26 ballot NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Fulton County voters will be asked in May to continue the one-cent sales tax to support the school system’s building program for another five-year term. The nearly $980 million expected to be raised through 2022 will be used primarily for new school construction and renovations and maintenance for aging facilities. The Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax was first approved by voters in 1997, and has been renewed three times since then. Over the 20-year period ending in June 2017, the system will have built 46 new schools and additions at 37 other schools, resolving many overcrowding conditions that were the hallmark of the system in the late 1990s. Moving forward, school officials are now looking at keeping buildings functioning and safe – with a lighter emphasis on new construction. A Capital

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Renovations to local schools part of Capital Plan STEM school to be located at old Milton High BY CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The Capital Plan 2022 for the Fulton County School System includes just a handful of new facilities, but pours millions of dollars into renovations for existing schools, along with technology refreshers, furniture, equipment and “seed funds” for local school innovations. During a Fulton School Board meeting, Deputy Superintendent Patrick Burke laid out the details of the plan, which will serve as the blueprint for the system for the 2017-22 time frame. To fund the nearly $978 million price tag, voters will be asked to renew the one-cent Special Purpose Local Options Sales Tax in May. As far as new construction, Burke said enrollment is stabilizing over the next five years, but planners are tracking revived construction activity in many parts of the system – along with new trends. “We are tracking very strong markets [which will] continue to provide or develop to meet the supply and demand of the market,” said Burke. But while explosive growth in the late 1990s and early 2000s was centered primarily on the elementary grades, the current – and expected – impact is in the upper grades. This is particularly relevant in North Fulton where prices are often above typical starter home prices. For now North Fulton schools are only seeing overcrowding at the high school level; there are about 466 more students than available seats at the area’s nine high schools. The Capital Plan 2022 calls for just one new facility in North Fulton — a science, technology, engineering and mathematics school located at Milton

This is a very costeffective way of taking existing assets and investing a different type of high school for students who have a different focus than [what is found] in the traditional campus.” PATRICK BURKE Deputy Superintendent Center, the old Milton High School. A second STEM school will be located in South Fulton. Burke said these two schools will address capacity needs and provide a “choice and voice” for students looking for something beyond the traditional, comprehensive high school. “This is a very cost-effective way of taking existing assets and investing a different type of high school for students who have a different focus than [what is found] in the traditional campus,” said Burke. Currently, Independence High School and a staff training center are located at Milton Center. Rebuild/major renovations Overall, the buildings within the school system are functioning well, with 75 percent rated “good or better.” However, significant work is needed at

The bulk of the work, and the money, will go to the 41 schools identified as needing moderate renovations, including building safety/code compliance items, critical system modifications to HVAC, electrical, etc., and other “corrective” items. 23 of the system’s 101 buildings; four of which will be rebuilt. In North Fulton, Crabapple Middle School is slated for a complete rebuild before the end of 2022. Two years ago, the school was scheduled for a major addition. Those plans were called off after determining the school had greater needs. Burke said the decision to rebuild rather is made when “the cost of major renovation is significant enough to make a complete rebuild a better financial option.” Major renovations include heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration as well as roofing, flooring and instructional program rebuilds, and are scheduled for 11 schools in North Fulton. Those include Findley Oaks, Northwood, New Prospect, River Eves, State Bridge Crossing and Sweet Apple elementary schools; Northwestern and Webb Bridge middle schools; and Centennial, Chattahoochee and Roswell high schools. Renovations The bulk of the work, and the money, will go to the 41 schools identified as needing moderate renovations, including building safety/code compliance items, critical system modifications to HVAC, electrical, etc., and other “corrective” items. North Fulton schools in this category include Abbotts Hill, Cogburn Woods, Crabapple Crossing, Creek

View, Hembree Springs, Hillside, Lake Windward, Manning Oaks, Mimosa, Shakerag, Summit Hill and Wilson Creek elementary schools; Autrey Mill, Elkins Pointe, Haynes Bridge, Hopewell, River Trail and Taylor Road middle schools; and Alpharetta, Milton and Northview high schools. Other Focus Areas The Capital Plan 2022 also addresses needs at the high schools built prior to 2009 when the “prototype” high school plan (Johns Creek model) was approved. Burke said the goal is to address inequities and deficiencies in the older high schools, such as with physical education space, weight rooms, art classrooms, performing arts resources, parking, bathrooms and other areas. North Fulton high schools in this category include Alpharetta, Centennial, Chattahoochee, Milton, Northview and Roswell. Also included in the Capital Plan 2022 are renovations to middle school media centers, a “turf and track” program at high schools, refreshing technology, new furniture and equipment, safety and security improvements, and transportation upgrades. By 2022, the school system will also finally retire the $250 million debt for capital improvements taken out in 1992 before SPLOST provided a better financing method.

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What’s Avalon worth? (Try $500 Million) Fredrick Hicks 40 UNDER 40:

Mixed-use Alpharetta development up for sale The Avalon development in Alpharetta arrived with humongous fanfair and what seemed then like lofty expectations. Today those expectations have become reality. GEOFF SMITH Avalon’s develAssurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com oper, North American Properties, has put the property up for sale for $500 million, which would make it one of the largest real estate transactions in metro Atlanta, according to the Atlanta Business Chronicle. Avalon is a different animal for the commercial development world. It’s a very carefully planned suburban downtown for wealthy folks here in North Fulton and Forsyth. The attention to detail that went into the planning was so strong that I’ve heard people call it a Disney World for wealthy adults. But I would say it’s more like one of Epcot’s themed cities. The theme is cool, rich, Atlanta suburbs and North American Properties nailed it. While building a downtown where woods once stood may seem a bit contrived, this development is very real.

North American Properties pulled in top chefs, like Ford Fry, to design several unique restaurants that have strong themes and quality food. Whole Foods opened a store there that is so good, when I walk in I wish I made a million a year just to spend there. The retail spaces are filled, the theater is amazing, there’s ice skating in the winter and valet service if you don’t feel like parking. It’s hard to tell how the residential portion of the development is doing. They offer apartments that start at $1,500 a month, row homes for over $600,000 and homes that start at over $1 million. The fact that the detached homes are under construction is a pretty good sign though. The brand of Avalon is strong right now and money for U.S. commercial developments is starting to flow. While many global markets, including China, are uncertain right now, developers are looking back to U.S. markets to stash their cash. These are a couple of the reasons North American Properties partner Mark Toro has given for the $500 million price tag. To put that number in perspective, Concourse Corporate Center, otherwise known as the “King and Queen” buildings, sold last year for just under $500 million.

If they can’t get their price, Toro has said they would pull it off the market. But some experts predict they will get their price, and that they could have a deal finished by the end of summer. Even with the success it’s enjoyed, Avalon is being surrounded with would-be patrons. A new residential development got approval that will connect Avalon with Alpharetta’s new downtown, Gwinnett Technical College’s slick new campus just opened across the street, and a 10-story office building and convention center are scheduled to break ground this year right next to Avalon. The college and office building will bring in thousands during the day to bolster lunchtime revenues for the restaurants (and some say Microsoft may be in talks to occupy a good portion of the space in the new office building). Having strong downtown environments has become important for suburban cities like ours. Corporations are looking more and more for their headquarters and regional headquarters to be near urban areas. Having a thriving Avalon, or Canton Street in Roswell, is important to the health of the business community. Years ago, it was good enough for people to have the cul-de-sac house and a solid job. Today’s employees want it all. They want the city, the country and mass transit connecting it all.

Visit NorthAtlanta BusinessPost.com for more info about 40 under 40. Age: 38 Title/Company: Founder and president of the Hicks Evaluation Group Fredrick Hicks is the last of four sons of two military veterans and a seventh-generation Georgian. Despite his deep Peach roots, he graduated high school in Alaska and has HICKS traveled to 49 of the 50 states. He received a Bachelor of Arts from Clayton State University in 1999, a master’s in international affairs from Florida State University, a doctoral certificate in education planning, evaluation and analysis, also from Florida State, and completed doctoral coursework in program evaluation at Florida State. Hicks is the founder and president of the Hicks Evaluation Group, an organizational and political consulting firm serving both Democrats and Republicans. “I started my firm because I saw a gap in the profession – very few people used analytics/profiling in 2006. I wanted to take my skills and fill the niche in such a way that I could not only be successful but also change the game,” he said. When he is not working, Hicks enjoys traveling and coaching youth sports, mostly basketball. He offers advice to those starting on their careers: “Take the time to learn your craft and remember that customer service is as important as product knowledge.”

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nant women with the virus have given birth to babies with microcephaly, or small heads and brains. In 2014 in Brazil, 150 babies were born with microcephaly. The next year, there were more than 2,700, and these were thought to be caused by the Zika virus. More than 1 million cases have now been confirmed around the world, including in the U.S. The issue is further complicated by the fact that most people do not show symptoms of having contracted Zika. Ennaid Therapeutics works on therapeutic cures. This is different than vaccines. Harrison likened it to having your house on fire. Do you want the fire inspector or the fire department to come? The inspector’s job is to stop the fire from happening in the first place; the fire department is there to put out the fire once it’s started. “We put out the disease once you get it,” she said. Harrison said vaccines and therapeutic drugs must be used in tandem in the health world to work properly. This was recently understood after the measles outbreak last year. There has been a measles vaccine for decades but no cure once someone contracts it. “We mustn’t just help prevent people from getting sick, but also must help treat diseases once people have them,” she said. Previously located in Buckhead,

There is hope for a Zika virus cure and an Alpharetta-based company could be bringing this hope.” DARNISHA GRANT HARRISON Ennaid Therapeutics founder and CEO

Ennaid Therapeutics was relocated to Alpharetta because Harrison was attracted to Alpharetta’s technology culture and the number of tech companies in the city. “We love the support and, with the number of companies here, collaborations are possible,” she said. And many of the industries in or around Alpharetta – hotels, tourism, health care – can be heavily impacted by a disease such as Zika. “There is hope for a Zika virus cure and an Alpharetta-based company could be bringing this hope,” Harrison said. For more about Ennaid Therapeutics and their work, visit ennaidthera. com.

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Praise for the lowly networking gathering Relaxed atmosphere allows relationships to gel naturally By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Networking events – the work equivalent of singles mixers – are often disparaged as a waste of time. But, like the singles mixer, success at networking events often depends on what you have to offer and the effort you are willing to put into it. That is why networking events persist to this day, and do quite well, thank you very much. The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce spends a lot of time and energy organizing its business after hours events. A crowd of around 200 showed up Feb. 11 at Smokejack Southern Grill in Alpharetta to nibble on barbecue wings and fried pickles and to rub elbows with other chamber members. “Why do we do it? Because our members love it,” said GNFCC President Brandon Beach. “Because relationships matter. It is easier to get to know other people in a social situation. And if you discover you have something in common with another person, it is easier to turn that into a business relationship.” No matter what business people are in, they can benefit from expanding

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Networking is often a two-way street. North Fulton Chamber President Brandon Beach, right, also can wear his state senator hat and do a little politicking with Jack Tuszynski of North Fulton Family Life. their circles of acquaintances. “That’s why we do it,” Beach said And it is not a one-way street. If the contact leads someone to becoming a client or a customer, that is a good thing also, because it means that person found value in the relationship. It is also a great way to get business leads, just by talking with someone who knows a friend or customer looking for just your service or knowledge. At Smokejack’s the upstairs meeting hall was packed with businesspeople engaged with one another. “You can just feel the positive energy in this place,” Beach said. “It’s another way to pack value into a chamber mem-

Business name: Gregory’s Paint & Flooring Owners: Roy and Rebecca Dumas Opened: Aug. 1, 2015 What: Gregory’s Paint & Flooring is a local, family-owned business. Owners Roy and Rebecca Dumas also own the Johns Creek location. Their business offers Benjamin Moore paint, full-service flooring, wallpaper and window treatments. Color consultant on staff by appointment. Address: 1050 Buford Highway, Cumming, GA 30041 Phone: 770-887-1363 Website: www.gregoryspaintandflooring.com

Roswell Councilman Jerry Orlans, left, and Dave Woodrow enjoy the chance to talk.

bership.” Glenn Sheeley is the membership director at Hawk’s Ridge Golf Club in Cherokee County. He said a networking event is a natural place for him to circulate. “It’s really good to keep in touch with all three counties – Cherokee, North Fulton and Forsyth. Golf is everybody’s game up here. Our course is just 12 miles from Milton. I try to go to as many of these events as I can,” Sheeley said. Michael von Osch is an actor, lecturer and businessman. As resources manager for Georgia Ensemble Theatre, he finds business after hours a great way to network about GET.

“The theater has been around for 23 years now, and I still run into people who have never heard of it. This group [North Fulton Chamber] is extremely welcoming,” Osch said. “You get together in nice places where people want to be. The chamber has really helped us a lot in getting the word out about the theater.” Beach said building relationships are a fundamental part of business. And getting out socially to meet people in an easy, unstressful atmosphere helps anyone’s business. “In business, it can be as much about who you know as what you know,” Beach said.

NEWBUSINESSSPOTLIGHT

Business name: Southern Aquatics Local Fish Store Owners: Ashley Burre Hilburn and Taylor Burre Opened: November 2015 What: Southern Aquatics Local Fish Store specializes in both fresh- and saltwater aquatics along with a full-service, knowledgable aquarium service department. Address: 620 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite B, Roswell, GA 30075 Phone: 770-686-7734 Website: www.southernaquaticslfs.com

Business name: Anabelle’s Table Owner: Anabelle Ardid-Parry Opened: Jan. 9, 2016 What: Locally sourced, chef-inspired American bistro. Our seasonal menu reflects the region’s diverse food choices creatively prepared by Chef Anabelle and her staff. Address: 5530 Windward Parkway, Suite 101, Alpharetta, GA 30004 Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; FridaySaturday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Phone: 470-719-9993 Website: www.anabellestable.com

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ALPHARETTA RESTAURANT WEEK

With 10 participating restaurants, there is something to please everyone’s inner foodie during Alpharetta Restaurant Week. Most menu tprices are $15 for lunch and $25 for dinner. Feb. 21-27. Visit awesomealpharetta. com/what-to-do/alpharettarestaurant-week for more info. Looking to get the word out about your event? Email us with photo and description of your event to calendar@appenmediagroup.com.

EVENTS: 15TH ANNUAL ROSWELL ROOTS FESTIVAL

What: One of the largest and most comprehensive celebrations of black history and culture in the Southeast, the festival will feature a variety of events. When: Activities through Feb. 29 Where: Various locations throughout Roswell More info: roswellroots.com

ALPHARETTA/ ROSWELL NEWCOMER’S CLUB

What: February’s general meeting will spotlight creative arts: showing and teaching how to knit, crochet, needlepoint and other creative arts. When: Wednesday, Feb. 17, 10 a.m. Where: Bill Johnson Community Room, Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell, GA 30075 More info: arnewcomers.org

COCKTAILS AND CONVERSATIONS BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR RODAN AND FIELDS

What: An evening of cocktails and conversations to learn how to leverage two of the biggest names in skin care. All consultants are welcome from the North Atlanta area. When: Thursday, Feb. 18, 6:30 p.m. Where: Laurel Springs Clubhouse, 5355 Laurel Oak Drive, Suwanee, GA 30024 Cost: Free More info: amyross.myrandf.biz or email rossclanamy@comcast.net

ME & MY GUY DANCE A ROYAL TEA PARTY

What: Every girl and her guy are invited to a tea party with the royals in the rotunda of Roswell City Hall. Event sponsored by Roswell Girl Scout Cadette Troop 10471. There will be light food, drinks, music, crafts and fun. Reservations required by Tuesday, Feb.16 When: Saturday, Feb. 20, 6-8 p.m. Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell

Cost: $30 per couple/$15 for each additional girl. More info: Email rjenkins7@gmail.com for a registration form

WINTER OWL PROWL

What: Enjoy an evening of stories, songs, and sounds of the park. Meet the evening’s special guest, an owl from the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Venture out on a guided night hike and listen for the nighttime sounds along the Chattahoochee River. Afterward warm up around the campfire. Space is limited. Call 678-538-1200 to make reservations. When: Saturday, Feb. 20, 6:30-9:30 Where: Chattahoochee River Environmental Education Center, 8615 Barnwell Road, Johns Creek More info: nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?eventID=1126087-307230

8TH ANNUAL CASA SUPERHERO RUN What: A Peachtree-qualifier, the 8th Annual CASA Superhero Run will raise money for child advocacy. When: Saturday, Feb. 20, Where: Fowler Park, at the corner of Ga. 9 and Castleberry Road More info: forsythcountycasa.org

BOWL FOR KIDS SUPPORTS MENTOR ME CHILDREN

the North Fulton community. When: Saturday, Feb. 20, 6-11:30 p.m. Where: Country Club of the South, 4100 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: ssnorthfulton.org

‘FLYING INTO THE FUTURE’ AT CNC

What: “Flying into the Future” is a STEM-focused event that will introduce visitors to flight. Whether it’s a bird flying through the air, a plane gliding in the sky or a rocket soaring to the moon, the mechanics of flight start with the basics. When: Sunday, Feb. 21, noon-4 p.m. Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell More info: chattnaturecenter.org

ROSWELL UMC JOB NETWORKING

What: The Roswell United Methodist Church Job Networking event will feature over 30 employers with well over 1,000 job openings. When: Monday, Feb. 22, 12:30-7 p.m. Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumcjobnetworking.com

FORSYTH JUNIOR BETA CLUB HOMEWORK HELP

What: Students in second through sixth grades can get a little free homework help from South Forsyth Middle School Junior Beta Club members. When: Tuesday, Feb. 23, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Where: Sharon Forks Library, 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming More info: www.forsythpl.org

NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL PROSTATE SCREENING

What: Northside Hospital’s Cancer Institute is offering a community screening to determine men’s risk for developing prostate cancer. Registration required. When: Wednesday, Feb. 24, 6 p.m. Where: Northside/Alpharetta Medical Campus, 3400 Old Milton Parkway, Building C, Suite 100/110, Alpharetta More info: Call 404-531-4444 to schedule an appointment.

What: Bowl for Kids raises funds to support Mentor Me North Georgia, a nonprofit organization that provides one-on-one mentoring relationships between volunteer adults and children. When: Saturday, Feb. 20, 10 a.m. Where: Stars and Strikes Family Entertainment Center, 133 Merchants Square, Cumming More info: mentorGA.org

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER:

SENIOR SERVICES NORTH FULTON 25TH ANNIVERSARY GALA

JOHNS CREEK HIGH SCHOOL’S “THE ADDAMS FAMILY”

What: An exciting evening is planned for Senior Services North Fulton supporters and community leaders to help launch a year of celebrating the lives of seniors as well as 25 years of service to

HARP CONCERT

What: Nationally renowned Harpist Lisa Handman will perform classical favorites. Ages 8 and up. When: Thursday, Feb. 18, 6:30 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: 404-613-6735

What: The Johns Creek High School Performing Arts Department will present the musical, “The Addams Family.” When: Thursday, Feb. 18, and Friday, Feb. 19, 7 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 20, 1

p.m. and 7 p.m. Where: Johns Creek High School, 5575 State Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: www.johnscreektheatre.com

JASON KENNEY AND CAROMIA AT AUTREY MILL UNPLUGGED

What: On the third Saturday monthly, Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center transforms into a beautiful, unique, indoor concert venue with wonderful acoustics, a great sound system, and a great vibe inside an old wooden church dating back to the 1860s. Jason Kenney and CaroMia perform in February. When: Saturday, Feb. 20, 7 p.m. Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $15, $10:50 for Autrey Mill members or Johns Creek residents More info: autreymill.org/performances.htm

SAWNEE ASSOCIATION OF THE ARTS What: Sculptor Gregory Johnson will discuss his current transition in sculpture from the traditional to the modern world at the SAA monthly meeting. When: Monday, Feb. 22, 6-8 p.m. Where: United Way of Forsyth County Office, 240 Elm St., Cumming More info: SawneeArt.org

CENTER FOR PUPPETRY ARTS ADULT WORKSHOP

What: In “Working in a Material World,” learn how to use, and where to find, the most current materials being used by puppetry professionals. Get an insider’s look at patterning, hand stitching, draping, working with foam, selecting fabrics, and using glues safety and effectively. When: Feb. 23-Feb. 25, 7-9 p.m. Where: Center for Puppetry Arts, 1404 Spring Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30309 More info: puppet.org

GEORGIA ENSEMBLE THEATRE’S “PETER AND THE STARCATCHER”

What: GET, North Fulton’s only professional theater company, will produce the exclusive Georgia premiere of the five-time Tony Award-winning musical, “Peter and the Starcatcher.” When: Feb. 25-March 13 Where: GET, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: get.org

ROSWELL VISITORS CENTER FEATURES ARTISTS’ WORKS

What: Works by two of North Fulton’s highly regarded artists, Joan Hilliard and Barry Etris, will be on exhibit, with originals available for purchase as well as a selection of prints. Spruill Arts Student & Instructor When: Through February Where: Roswell Visitors Center, 617 Atlanta St., Roswell More info: visitroswellga.com

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JAMES DAVIS: RESIDENT ARTIST EXHIBIT

What: This exhibition is a collection of objects and drawings providing a visual representation of the artist’s life. When: Through March 4 Where: Art Center West Gallery, inside Leita Thompson Park, 1355 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

LIBRARY EVENTS: For a complete list of North Fulton events, go to afpls.org/events For a complete list of Forsyth events, go to forsythpl.org/eventCalendar/eventCalendar.aspx

PREVENTING FRAUD

What: Officer Noblett, Milton Police Department, discusses how to protect and prevent fraud from happening. When: Thursday, Feb. 18, 2 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Milton 30009 More info: 404-613-4402

TEEN AND KID TOP CHEF: CUPCAKE WARS

What: Are you an expert at decorating cupcakes? Great at mixing unusual flavors? Can you take down the competition? Compete at Ocee’s first ever Cupcake War. When: Saturday, Feb. 20. 1:30 p.m. (Ages 13-18) and 3:30 p.m. (Ages 8-12) Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: 770-360-8897

LITTLE-KNOWN BLACK HISTORY FACTS

What: Information on the amazing journey of African-Americans with handson learning for children. Ages 6 and up. Presented by Israelite Nation History and Culture. When: Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 2021, 1:30 p.m. Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: 404-613-4050

ROSWELL ROOTS: ARE YOU SMARTER THAN THE GRIOT?

What: Who knows as much as the Griot, the history keeper? All ages welcome to test their knowledge of Black history. Prizes awarded. When: Saturday, Feb. 20, 2 p.m. Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: 770-640-3075

CAREER IN TRANSITION

What: Are you “F.R.E.D”? (frustrated, retired recently, entrepreneurial or downsized)? Learn how to transition into a satisfying new career. When: Monday, Feb. 22. 6 p.m.

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Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: 404-613-6735

GET OUT OF DEBT IN 9 YEARS OR LESS

What: Learn simple money management principles that banks and financial institutions don’t want you to know with Community Outreach for Financial Education. When: Monday, Feb. 22, 6 p.m. Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: 404-613-4050

PET ADOPTIONS: CRABAPPLE KNOLL VET CLINIC ADOPTION DAY

What: Several dogs and cats at the clinic are in need of a forever home. Consider giving these loving pets a new beginning, or just come by to meet and play with them for a little while. When: Saturday, Feb. 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Crabapple Knoll Veterinary Clinic, 12604 Crabapple Road, Alpharetta More info: 770-475-8272, Adoptapet. com

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., 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: AN EVENING WITH VINCE GILL AND LYLE LOVETT

What: The always witty Vince Gill and the reliably wry Lyle Lovett are reuniting for a 13-city tour that will bring them to Atlanta. After teaming up for a series of concerts earlier this year, Gill and Lovett saw that the shows were so successful that they decided to continue the tour. When: Saturday, Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m. Where: Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta More info: cobbenergycentre.com

Goats with a mission at Buford Dam The last couple of weeks we’ve been exploring some of the great outdoor recreation opportunities along the Chattahoochee River near Buford Dam. We visited the Buford STEVE HUDSON Trout Hatchery Get Outside Georgia, Chattahoochee Media Group off Ga. 20, and we looked at the Bowmans Island Trail which leads from the hatchery up the river to the Corps of Engineers’ Lower Pool Park near the foot of the dam. When you hiked that trail, I’m sure you enjoyed exploring the area around the dam. It’s impressive! But as you checked out the dam, you may have noticed some tiny spots moving about behind the fences on the steep slopes above the dam’s spillway – and it may have dawned on you that those spots look an awful lot like goats. Yes, goats. Chris Lovelady, assistant operations project manager at Buford Dam/ Lake Lanier, said there are indeed goats at Buford Dam. But they are not ordinary goats. For, in addition to being a neat visitor attraction, these are goats with a mission. As Lovelady explains it, the goats’ job is to “maintain the vegetation” within a pair of rough and rugged areas where the terrain is too steep for mowers and too dangerous for maintenance crews. Working in such areas would be a risky operation for people. But the goats, Lovelady notes, can handle it with no problem. As they wander across the steep terrain, they chow down on the undergrowth that would otherwise grow uncontrolled on the dam. In what may be the goaty equivalent of self-promotion, they also eat honeysuckle off the fences – thus helping to ensure that visitors can get a good view. They’ll even eat the kudzu that’s trying to gain a foothold in some areas. “They’ll eat anything,” he says. The Buford Dam goats made their first appearance in the late 1970s. Faced with the challenges of con-

trolling undergrowth on some of the tricky terrain around the spillway and powerhouse, a site supervisor had the idea of using goats instead of people to maintain those steeper areas. Since then, the goats have become permanent fixtures and have definitely proven their value as landscape maintainers. They provide a unique visitor attraction, too. People love to see them. They are even the stars of their very own public Facebook group, Buford Dam Goats. How many goats are there? “Fifteen or 20,” Lovelady says, “with about 10 on one side and the rest on the other.” From time to time there are babies, too. Once, Lovelady recalls, one of the kids was born on a rocky ledge but could not get off the ledge to join the others. “So we called the fire department,” Lovelady says. Rescue crews saw the opportunity for a unique exercise and were able to retrieve the kid by using ropes to reach the ledge from above. In addition to the goats, you may also spot the goats’ guardian angel – a mule. “The mule protects the goats from coyotes,” Lovelady explains. Where’s the best place to see the goats? You can often spot them from Buford Dam Road, which goes across the crest of the dam. But the best spot, if the goats are feeling cooperative, may be at the far end of the parking area at Lower Pool East Park (accessible from Buford Dam Road) or another is along the road leading from Buford Dam Road down to the Lower Pool West recreation area. Are the goats shy? Sometimes they are and seem to want to maintain their distance. But at other times they seem glad to approach visitors. You’ll sometimes see folks feeding the goats through the fence, and it does seem that a treat of some sort will bring the goats closer. “We don’t encourage it,” Lovelady says, “but I’ve seen people come up with a bag of Cheetos … and here come the goats!” Steve Hudson has written numerous books on fishing, hiking, the outdoors and more. Check them out at www.chattahoocheemedia.com.

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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS:

St. Benedict takes the plunge – and a road Knights of Columbus adopt Parsons, will raise money with Polar Plunge By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The Knights of Columbus at St. Benedict Catholic Church on Parsons Road won’t have to go far to clean up the road they’ve adopted through Keep Johns Creek Beautiful – it’s Parsons Road. The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal charitable organization chartered through the Catholic Church with a worldwide membership of nearly two million. Jaymie Davis, the newest member at St. Benedict, said adopting Parsons Road is a way the church can give back to the city. “We chose Parsons because it is the street our church is on and has been here so long,” Davis said. “So, as the new guy, I’m taking this on.” Megan Sheehan, the environmental education and events coordinator for Keep Johns Creek Beautiful, said the duties of adopting a road entail organizing at least quarterly cleanups of the road and supplying Keep Johns Creek Beautiful with data on the amount of trash the group has been able to remove. “We want to measure the effectiveness of the programs in various areas,” Sheehan said. “Photos are awesome also. The records are important to the city and to our organization.” This is the 30th road adopted in Johns Creek under the program, although two are unsponsored right now. The St. Benedict Knights are busy in other ways, often with fundraisers through fish fries, golf tournaments and other events. But perhaps their biggest event is coming up Saturday, Feb. 20, when the members will participate in the seventh annual Polar Plunge. That is when these normally sane men will make their way to Lake Lanier Islands to jump in its frigid waters to raise money for the Georgia Special Olympics. (See www.plungega.org for details.) At least 22 St. Benedict Knights have agreed to participate this year, said Patrick Gannon, who has participated in all six of the St. Benedict Knights’ plunges. Since the Rev. Paul Flood at St. Benedict already organizes a group of plungers at the church, Gannon said the Knights don’t recruit from his garden.

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The St. Benedict Catholic Church Knights of Columbus will be seen often around Parsons Road. Keep Johns Creek Beautiful’s Megan Sheehan meets with members, from left, Bill Moon, Patrick Gannon, Mike Mahoney and Jaymie Davis.

“We decided from the beginning we would go outside the parish. We don’t want to compete with Father Paul, so we reach out to friends, co-workers and family to get pledges for our dives,” Gannon said. Bill Moon, another Knights member, said he participates because he was born with a small hole in his heart and needed surgery as a child. Participating in the plunge is a way to “pay it forward” for those who made his surgery possible. “We have grown our contributions every year,” he said. “It’s one of the causes the Knights really rally around. It’s always a great day, a good cause. It’s really a lot of fun.” Last year the Knights raised $32,000 for the Georgia Special Olympics. Adding this year’s totals, Gannon calculates the Knights will have raised more than $110,000. “We are one of only two non-law enforcement participants who take the plunge,” Gannon said. “We call ourselves the Knumb Knights.”

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JC celebrates African-American presence in art JCAC eclectic black art show runs thru Feb. 29 By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – An amazing visual display will be free to the public for the month of February at the Johns Creek Arts Center in celebration of Black History Month in Johns Creek. One of the three components of the art show include “Sistagraphy: When the Spirit Calls Me.” It is a contemporary perspective of African-American women photographers capturing varied impressions of spirituality on film. Sharon Dowdell, attending the opening reception, said her work, “Cosmic Woman,” was a photo of her yoga instructor into which, using Photoshop, she inserted images of the cosmos. It matched the Sistagraphy theme of the spirit calling. “I took her picture on her mat at a Buddhist temple,” Dowdell said. “She is embracing the cosmos with galaxies, moons and suns behind her.” The work shows how the cosmos and the spirit are one, she said. Another component of the show is “Photography on the Color Line,” photographs compiled by W.E.B. DuBois for the Paris Exhibition of 1900 and on loan from Hammonds House Museum. DuBois, then professor of sociology at Atlanta University, organized 363 images into albums titled “Types of American Negroes, Georgia, U.S.A.” and “Negro Life in Georgia, U.S.A.” According to the U.S. Library of

Congress, DuBois was combatting racism with empirical photographic evidence of the economic, social and cultural conditions of African-Americans. Victorian-era African-American culture ran the gamut of American society, not just the rural poor. According to information from the Library of Congress, “The photographs of affluent young African-American men and women challenged the scientific ‘evidence’ and popular racist caricatures of the day that ridiculed and sought to diminish African-American social and economic success. Further, the wide range of hair styles and skin tones represented in the photographs demonstrated that the so-called ‘Negro type’ was in fact a diverse group of distinct individuals.” The exhibit was much praised and, for his work in compiling it, DuBois was awarded a gold medal at the Paris Exhibition. The Johns Creek show’s third component features the unique “Sanctuary for the Merikans” series by Tina Dunkley, curator emeritus of Clark Atlanta University Art Galleries. It is her personal rediscovery of lost family history that detailed her ancestors’ flight from American enslavement to freedom and eventual return to America. A chance encounter with Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Alan Taylor led directly to Dunkley’s reconnection to her family’s past. Taylor’s book, “The Internal Enemy:

This work in Tina Dunkley’s “The Merikans” series depicts maritime images and French propaganda caricatures mocking British attempts to give enslaved Americans sanctuary at a time when France was at war with Britain. The circles and horizontal red stripes evoke signal flags used on the American frontier denoting danger. This particular flag warns of hostile slaves in revolt.

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Artist Tina Dunkley stands between two of her artworks from her “Merikans” series that relate to her ancestor who, as a slave, accepted a British offer of asylum during the War of 1812. She discovered that he also joined the British Navy during the war. Slavery and War in Virginia 1772-1832” detailed how the British Navy encouraged and abetted slaves to escape by taking them on board the king’s ships during the War of 1812. “I met Alan Taylor at an event at the Naval Academy in Annapolis [Maryland] where he was speaking, and found out quite by accident that he had written about one my ancestors, Ezekiel Loney,” Dunkley said. “He was not there to talk about that book, so had I not actually met him, I would never have known about what happened.” Taylor wrote about how the British encouraged slaves to come out to ships in Chesapeake Bay. Whole families would paddle out. Men were invited to join Britain’s Navy, and Ezekiel Loney was one of these. Dunkley told Taylor there was a story in her family that they were never slaves in Trinidad. She had not believed that, and when she told Taylor about her ancestor Ezekiel Loney, Taylor said he remembered the name as one of the ex-slaves on a ship’s roll. She was able to confirm he was a marine serving on the HMS Albion, signing on in 1814. The “Merikans” were ex-slave soldiers resettled in Trinidad by the British.

This knowledge put Dunkley on the trail of her ancestors and the discovery of Loney, her fifth-grandfather. “Sanctuary for the Merikans” is a series of artworks that detail Dunkley’s search for her past. “The story itself is remarkable. I even have a letter that described his escape. But the story of tracing all of it back – it’s had a magical effect on me,” Dunkley.

The topic of discussion of course is art at the Johns Creek Arts Center’s Feb.6 reception kicking off the monthlong “Johns Creek Celebrates the African-American Presence.”

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Rep. Dudgeon summarizes key legislation Also discusses departure from elective office CUMMING, Ga. — With state revenues growing due to an improving economy, the Georgia budget will be able to support something it could not afford in recent years – a pay raise for the state’s teachers. That, according to 25th District State Rep. Mike Dudgeon is likely to be one of the big headlines from the 2016 general assembly session. Dudgeon, a six year veteran of the legislature announced recently that he will not seek re-election, citing the needs of his family and his private sector career in the technology field. Dudgeon, speaking to the Cumming Vietnam Veterans’ Chapter, said “not really a lot of what I’d call new projects, new programs or dreaming up new ways to spend money,” in the proposals so far. He also said that with improved state revenues, spending on critical road projects will see an increase with spending up to around $1.8 billion or nearly double what it’s been in recent years. Other issues he expects to see legislative action on include amendments to the medical marijuana law, changes in laws governing micro-breweries and a

The legislature has been a fun experience for six years, it has been boring sometimes, it’s been frustrating – but it’s always been interesting.” REP. MIKE DUDGEON 25th District religious liberty bill. With this being an election year, Dudgeon predicted there would not be much done on education reform during this session or on a proposed constitutional amendment allowing casino gambling. How does the three term representative view his tenure under the Gold Dome? According to Dudgeon, “The legisla-

Rep. Mike Dudgeon (R), speaking to members of the Cumming Chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America at the Georgia National Guard Armory in Cumming. ture has been a fun experience for six years, it has been boring sometimes, it’s been frustrating – but it’s always been interesting.”

Dudgeon assured his constituents that he will continue representing their interests until his term ends in December 2016.

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AHS’ Tracy Misner: Student Tele Teacher’s students garner 7 Emmys last 2 years By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – When Alpharetta High School students check out the TV monitor in their classrooms before first class, they don’t just see a student reading the announcements. They get a fullblown video magazine with anchor, news reports and video graphics. That is the quality production values AHS student television news teacher Tracy Misner demands for the morning show. And it is his commitment to top-notch programming from his students that earned him the Student Television Board of Directors 2015-16 selection as national STN Teacher of the Year. In announcing the award, the STN noted Misner’s students have not only won student Emmys from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, but numerous other media awards from Georgia media festivals, public-safety awareness programs and Fulton County’s own science, technology, engineering and math program. Misner says, in looking at the video morning show his students produce each week, it is easy to see why they have earned Emmy recognition. “We stress production values, and the judges can see this in their audio, video and writing,” Misner said. “What these students put together has all the elements.” That is why students won four Emmys last year for best writing, camera use, best morning show and best on-

screen talent. This year saw three more Emmy awards for best animation, best editing and best long form video. Of all the awards, Misner said he is most proud of the writing award. “That is because every project begins with writing. You can’t produce a video without a story,” he said. Misner enjoying having his students win Emmys, but not for individual glory. He wants students who come out of the AHS video program to have national recognition that comes from being an award-winning program. And AHS is getting that kind of exposure. Misner says the AHS show is already seen in 30 states and 20 countries. One school in France watches it every Wednesday and Friday. “And I might want to go to work for one of my students one day. They’re going to be the ones hiring in a few years,” he said. He’s not kidding. One of his former students is working at the University of Alabama, another works for CBS and the SEC Network, and another works for ESPN and worked the Super Bowl. Senior Coyvan Greer hosts the morning show and loves being in front of the camera, but he also sees the value of learning what goes on behind the scenes, as well. “Most definitely I want to go into acting and producing,” Greer said. Film and video, a $6 billion industry in Georgia, is the fastest-growing industry in the state, Misner said. So when students come out of his class with

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There are between 120 and 150 students in the program any given year. There are eight edit bays, and they stay busy all day as students have to script, edit and shoot segments weekly. Some segments are only 15 seconds long; others up to one minute. It’s surprising how much can be packed into a minute. Sven Hegde is the morning show host. He said it is amazing how all the students have such creative ideas. “My big regret is I didn’t sign up for this when I was a freshman,” said Hedge, a senior. “I think it’s what I really want to do.” Gavin Eng is another senior. He has applied to the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. When he gets there he may be the only student in class who already has an Emmy (for animation). Lynn Fu is another senior looking to go into media arts. She’s applied to the University of Southern California, NYU and American University. She’s already been accepted at the University of Georgia. “I want to get into the entertainment business, so I’d really like to go to USC,” she said. Misner said his students are all self-starters who like to learn by doing. And watching the “light go on” in a student’s eyes is satisfaction that can’t be bought. “They are learning life skills in video and production. It’s why I teach, knowing I’m having an effect on my students’ lives.”

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Chase Elliott earns pole at Daytona 500 Youngest NASCAR driver to do so — and only King’s Ridge School grad ever By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Twenty-year-old Chase Elliott may already be the most famous alumnus of King’s Ridge Christian School in Alpharetta now that he is the youngest NASCAR driver ever to capture the pole position at the Daytona 500. The son of racing legend and NASCAR Hall of Famer Bill Elliott, Chase only has to fill the shoes of another racing legend – Jeff Gordon – whose No. 24 car he took over after Gordon retired last year. Still, it took a qualifying run of 196.314 mph to get the vaunted pole position in NASCAR’s premier race. After setting the pace in Daytona, Chase told reporters, “I don’t know if this opportunity has sunk in yet – much less sitting on the pole for the Daytona 500.” Chase had always known he would be a NASCAR driver. He started racing go-karts at the age of 8, graduated to Quarter Midgets, then got into Legends racing when he was older still.

Legends racing is in 5/8-scale cars that look like racers from the 1930s and ’40s. It keeps the costs and speed down while teaching young drivers the ins and outs of winning races. By the time he was ELLIOTT 13, Chase was racing full-sized cars. At 17 he was racing in NASCAR’s Truck Series, which is analogous to baseball’s minor leagues. “I’ve never really wanted to do anything else,” he said in 2013. As a student at King’s Ridge Christian School, Chase arranged his classes so he could leave early on Fridays to go race and be back bright and early on Monday mornings. Even after graduation, he has stayed in touch with KRCS Head of School David Rhodes. “Chase and I have remained close,” Rhodes said. “We text each other after races. Meanwhile, we at King’s Ridge Christian School could not be prouder

of Chase – to be on the pole at the Daytona 500 is a tremendous honor. “I have been impressed with his accomplishments on the race track. But what I have been most proud of is his humble attitude and character. When I texted him after [qualifying] to congratulate him, his response was – ‘Thank you sir.’” Rhodes noted that Chase always compliments his race team, gives a great analysis of the race and then notes what he wants to work on to improve. “Chase Elliott is wise beyond his years,” Rhodes said. Indeed, at 18, Chase was racing with big-name drivers, attracting bigtime sponsors and running big-time tracks. “People say it should be easier because of who my dad is. But it is not his career. It is still up to me to learn from him and improve. Ultimately though, I have to make it on my own,” Chase said when he was still in high school. As the years went by, Chase learned what it would take to pursue his

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XL212 names Tanguilig, Erhardt Athletes of the Month ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Johns Creek High School basketball player Sydney Tanguilig and Mount Pisgah Christian School wrestler Pierce Erhardt were honored Jan. 26 as the XL212 Student-Athletes of the Month (SAM Award) at the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce February Eggs & Enterprise Breakfast. The Female Student-Athlete of the Month, Sydney Tanguilig is a junior basketball player and a three-year starter for the Lady Gladiators. She played shooting guard as a freshman and sophomore, but has transitioned to starting point guard as a junior. She averaged over 10 points per game through her first two seasons in the program averages 12 points per game this season. Tanguiling is on pace to become Johns Creek’s only female 1,000-point scorer in school history. Off the court, Tanguiling is a straight-A student and has been on the Honor Roll every semester of high school. She is the lead photographer and editor for the school yearbook. Her coach Evan Deis said he is quietly confident, driven, humble, and always smiling, and everyone in the gym sees it.

“Sydney carries herself on the court in a way that people are drawn to her. She is the player every coach loves to have in his or her program,” Deis said. ”She is the type of young adult who makes every player and coach fully aware that these practices and games are about more than just statistics and record books. I love winning like every coach out there, but I’ve been coaching long enough now to know that what is worth so much more is coming across those special kids like her,” he said. The male Student-Athlete of the Month is Pierce Erhardt, a senior wrestler, from Mount Pisgah Christian School. His current record of 25-3 and is ranked No.1 in Area at 152. He was first in the King of the Mount tournament, second at Landmark Christian. He placed and eighth at the Prep Slam a national wrestling tournament with over 44 teams and numerous nationally rank teams. With a career record of 130-32, he is the school MVP & team captain the last 2 years. He is undefeated against Georgia wrestlers and has been offered three wrestling scholarships. Erhardt is not just is talented on the mat. He takes AP/Honors classes, serves as a Middle School peer leader, a

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meant the world to see this grow from a middle school kid who never participated in athletics to a state placer ranked No. 1 in his weight class.” The Student-Athlete of the Month award recognizes the outstanding accomplishments of deserving student-athletes in the greater North Fulton area. Winners are chosen from nominations made by area athletic directors and coaches, and takes into account extraordinary academic proficiency, exceptional athletic accomplishments, and dedication to civic action.

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Northview, Hooch advance to state playoffs with upset wins By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — Much of the beauty of region tournaments is what you accomplished, or didn’t, in the regular season holds no bearing in the tournament— everyone starts 0-0. No matter the records, the stats or the results of meetings between two teams in the regular season, the win and the advancement trumps all. In the Region 6-AAAAAA tournament last week, Northview and Chattahoochee proved just that.

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After beating Chattahoochee, Northview went on to play West Forsyth. Read more, Page 38. Chattahoochee entered the region tournament as the No. 8 seed with a 4-13 record in region play this season. After beating No. 9-seeded Johns Creek, the Cougars would face South Forsyth Feb. 11, the No. 1 seed and winner of all but one region game this season. In the kind of upset that region tournaments always seem to promise, Chattahoochee took down South 49-41, earning the school another state championship berth and ending South’s season in the process. On the same night, though not nearly as much of an upset, Northview beat No. 4-seeded Lambert to earn their first region championship appearance in seven years. With a spot in the region championship game on the line, Chattahoochee and Northview played last Friday, with Northview advancing to the region championship game in thrilling fashion over the upset-minded Cougars. Chattahoochee opened the game with a 6-2 lead. However, the Titans went on a 10-1 run to reclaim the lead midway through the second. Coming out of the locker room with a 2-point lead, Northview began shooting from the post and beyond the arc, but with little success. Northview’s Shannon Titus, a pivotal element in Northview’s offense, seemed as if she couldn’t pay to get a shot to fall early in the third quarter, keeping the game close. Titus finished the game with 9 points, four rebounds, five steals and two blocks. The Cougars’ defensive play allowed their offense to regain the lead, outscoring Northview 14-7 in the third period to take a 26-21 lead into the fourth. That’s when Northview’s offense began to click. Northview opened the fourth with field goals from Ashley Austin, Titus and Megan Cistulli to put the Titans back in the lead, 27-26. With a Maya Richards field goal and two free throws from Austin, Northview extended their lead to 31-26 with just a minute remaining. With time winding down and down by 3, Chattahoochee junior Marissa Gore came up with a steal and then

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Northview’s Shannon Titus had 9 points, four rebounds, five steals and two blocks against Chattahoochee. nailed a 3-pointer to tie the game. It was Gore’s only points of the game, and the timing couldn’t have been more crucial with just 13 ticks of the clock remaining. After a Northview timeout, the Titans moved the ball down the court, evading the Chattahoochee press. Sitting open beyond the arc was Northview senior Melissa Muench. Muench, who had made a 3-pointer earlier in the game, found herself with an open shot from the top of the key with a chance to put Northview up by 3. And when the ball flew from her hands and sailed through the net, that’s exactly what she did, giving the Titans a 3-point lead with just 3.5 seconds remaining on a play that, according to Northview Head Coach Chris Yarbrough, was not planned. “Melissa hit that shot to end the game and it was so amazing. We didn’t draw it up that way but the kids found the open person and she knocked it down. It’s an incredible experi-

ence to win this game like that,” said Yarbrough. Chattahoochee worked the ball down the court quickly, but Aysia Key’s 3-pointer attempt would ring off the front of the rim, sending Northview to the region championship game. After the game, Yarbrough said, “This is great for our girls. Last season we only won eight games. We’ve really come together as a team. It’s been a really exciting time and I’m so happy for the girls. “I thought we came out a little flat tonight after playing with so much emotion [against Lambert], but they pushed hard and found a way to persevere.” The next day Northview would fall to West Forsyth in the region championship, but earned the No. 2 spot and home court advantage in the first round of the playoffs with the win over Chattahoochee. Chattahoochee beat Centennial in the consolation game to earn the No. 3 seed.

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Northview HS creates athletic Hall of Fame Inaugural class of 12 inductees honored By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Although Northview High School opened in 2002, the school has quickly established itself as not only a quality academic institution but a well-rounded one that also competes athletically. In those 13 years, NHS has garnered 17 state championships in sports. Scotty McDaniel, Northview’s new athletic director, realized that, despite its brief existence, the school has begun a tradition of sports excellence. But something was missing, he felt. “I had seen at other schools where I coached that they had a hall of fame for their athletes, and I thought it would be good to have that kind of recognition for our athletes,” McDaniel said. “I brought the idea to the Northview High School Athletic Association President Susan Miller and Renee Kloster to see if there was an interest. “They loved the idea and got the Athletic Association to get behind it.” And so it came to pass that the NHS Athletic Association sponsored Jan.23 an inaugural Hall of Fame dinner for the first 12 inductees of former NHS athletes at the Standard Club. McDaniel gathered together coaches and administrators who had been at Northview from the beginning to collect and evaluate nominations. After some 50 student-athletes were nominated, the list was pared down to the final 12. In future years, the school plans to induct four to six new athletes annually. Nine of the 12 inductees returned for the induction ceremony, with some flying in. It is instructive that the three who did not attend had unavoidable commitments: Ralph Sampson III is in the NBA Developmental League and had a game; Matias Koski had a swim meet at the University of Georgia; and Allison Ranzau is a U.S. Navy pilot stationed in San Diego and had a date with Uncle Sam. The school gave each inductee a personal award to keep and shared with everyone in attendance the award they will be placing on the school’s Wall of Fame, which is currently a work in progress. The NHS roll of honor included:

Jeff Scannella, Class of 2006 – Boys Soccer A member of Northview’s first varsity soccer team, as a senior he broke the state record for goals scored in a season with 27. A team MVP three times, he went on to start four years at the University of South Carolina, SCANNELLA where he was team captain three years. His honors include All-American, Conference USA Freshman of the Year, First Team All-Conference and First Team NSCAA. He played professionally for the Colorado Rapids and Sporting Kansas City in Major League Soccer and the Atlanta Silverbacks in the North American Soccer League.

Justin Tuggle, Class of 2008 - Football Tuggle passed for 3,675 yards, rushed for 1,300 yards, had 44 touchdowns and was All-North Fulton County. He played in the second annual Offense-Defense All-American Bowl in the Orange Bowl in 2007 and was ranked the No. TUGGLE 36 quarterback nationally by ESPN. He played his freshman season at Boston College, transferred to Kansas State and switched to linebacker. In 2013, Tuggle signed with the Houston Texans — the first Titan to play in the NFL; he finished third in special tackles during his rookie season.

Sydney Wallace, Class of 2011 - Girls Basketball Wallace lettered four years in Northview basketball and is the school’s all-time leading scorer with 2,090 points. A three-time team MVP, she led the team in points, assists, steals and free-throw percentage her last WALLACE three years. Selected First Team All-Region in 2010 and

Inaugural Class of Northview High School’s Hall of Fame Not surprisingly, many of these NHS athletes have gone on to be successful at the college level, in the professional ranks and even in the Olympics. The inductees are: Brittany Bauschka – Soccer Denzel McCoy – Football Matias Koski – Swimming Justin Tuggle – Football Ralph Sampson III – Basketball Sydney Wallace – Basketball Matt Campbell – Baseball Jeff Scannella – Soccer Sung-Joon An – Golf Richard Doverspike – Tennis Courtney Fletcher – Volleyball Allison Ranzau – Swimming 6AAAAA Player of the Year in 2011, she was named AJC North Fulton Player of the Year. At Georgia Tech, she helped carry the team to a Sweet 16 appearance and was named to the ACC All-Freshman Team and ACC Newcomer Watch List.

Sung-Joon An, Class of 2008 - Boys Golf In 2007, An was the No. 1-ranked Georgia high school golfer and won the 2007 State Championship and Region Championship. Region champ in 2006, he finished second in the state. An was ranked No. 4 nationally and AN finished 16th overall in the 2006 and 2007 U.S. Junior Championships. He attended Darton College and was ranked No. 1 in the U.S. in Junior College Golf. He won the Andrew College Invitational, the Georgia College Hurricane Invitational and the NJC Golf Tournament in 2008 and 2009. He now plays professionally with the Korean Professional Golf Association.

Brittany Bauschka, Class of 2007 - Girls Soccer A four-year starter at NHS, Bauschka was team captain three years

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Seated from left are: Sung-Joon An (golf), Jeff Scannella (soccer), Brittany Bauschka (soccer) and Matt Campbell (baseball). Back row from left are: NHS Principal Brian Downey, Richard Doverspike (tennis), Courtney Fletcher (volleyball), Justin Tuggle (football), Sydney Wallace (basketball), Denzel McCoy (football) and NHS Athletic Director Scotty McDaniel. was the first Northview athlete to be drafted by Major League Baseball, in 2014, by the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Richard Doverspike, Class of 2008 - Boys Tennis Doverspike was three-time State Champion and four-time Region Champion. Twice named the AJC Player of the Year as well as being selected four times to the AJC AllState Team, he was the NHS Team MVP three DOVERSPIKE times and received the Titan Award twice. He attended the University of Alabama with a winning record of 148 singles and doubles matches. He served as the team captain, was selected to the second team All-SEC squad and SEC Academic Honor Roll. Doverspike is now an assistant coach at Alabama and was named the ITA Southern Section Coach of the Year in 2015.

Courtney Fletcher, Class of 2008 - Volleyball A four-year letterman, Fletcher was the 2007 AAAAA State Player of the Year, along with being named Volleyball Magazine’s Fab 50, Prep All- American

and Prep Volleyball Senior Ace No. 75, among other honors. She helped her team win state championships in 2005 and 2007 and was named the Fulton County Female Athlete of the Year in 2006. She holds state record for FLETCHER the most kills by a middle blocker (1,728). She played at University of Michigan, lettered four times and was the second player in school history with a career hitting percentage above .300. Team Co-MVP in 2007, she was a three-time Academic All-Big 10 student.

Matias Koski, Class of 2012 - Boys Swimming Koski is the top male swimmer to attend Northview. He set and holds the records for 200-yard freestyle, 500-yard freestyle, and 100-yard breaststroke. He helped set and holds the school record in the 200-yard medley KOSKI relay. He swam for the University of Georgia and won the 2015 NCAA Division I Championship in the 1650-yard freestyle. He swam in the

2012 Olympic Games and will compete in the 2016 Games in Rio de Janeiro this summer.

Denzel McCoy, Class of 2010 - Football McCoy was chosen All-Region as a junior and senior and set the school single-game record for tackles as a sophomore. Chosen to play in the Offense-Defense All-American Bowl as well as the AllNorth Fulton County McCOY team, rivals.com ranked him as a top 20 players from Georgia and 18th nationally as a defensive lineman. He played football at Georgia Tech, graduating from Scheller College of Business.

Allison Ranzau, Class of 2007 - Girls Swimming Ranzau led her swim team to the state championship while lettering four years. An MVP in her junior and senior seasons, she set and holds school swimming records in the 100 meter, 200 meter and 500 meter freestyle. She helped set and still holds the records for the 200 and 400 meter freestyle relays. She swam

at the U.S. Naval Academy, where her team won the Patriot League Championships in 2008 and 2010. She was MVP in 2011, and first team All-Patriot League for three years. She won an individual championship in 2011 in the 100 meter freestyle.

RANZAU

Ralph Sampson III, Class of 2008 – Boys Basketball Sampson led Northview to its first state playoff with a 21-9 record. He averaged 19.3 points, 10.3 rebounds and 7.0 blocks, reaching the Elite 8. All-State Team Coaches’ Choice in 2008, and MVP in 2007 and 2008, SAMPSON he was ranked a top 50 national player, on the Atlanta All-Metro Team, played in the Capital Classic All-Star Game and was a McDonald’s All American nominee. He lettered four years at the University of Minnesota and was the third player in Gopher history to amass 1,000 points. Sampson is a professional basketball player in the NBA Developmental League, playing with the Maine Red Claws.

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SCHOOLS

After best-ever season Gladiators come up short Johns Creek falls to Lambert in Region 6-AAAAAA championship By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — The Lambert Longhorns boys team repeated as Region 6-AAAAAA champions with a 71-50 win over Johns Creek last Saturday. It was their 27th region win dating back to January of last season. “I’m so proud of the boys. They work so hard every day giving us all they have and to see them win a championship is so rewarding,” said Lambert Head Coach Scott Bracco. Longhorns senior Connor Mannion, who was named the Region 6-AAAAAA Player of the Year after the victory, had a standout game with 32 points and 10 rebounds. Johns Creek, which compiled the school’s best-ever regular season at 24-4 overall, played the entire second half without senior forward Ian Joseph. Joseph, one of the Gladiators’ leading scorers, was ejected for an intentional foul on Lambert’s Mannion late in the second quarter. The two teams played one another in their regular-season finales, with Lambert holding off a strong comeback from the Gladiators late to keep their region win streak alive. Midway through the second quarter of the region championship game, it appeared as if another close game was in the making. That is when the Longhorns’ quick offense and high-accuracy outside shooting took control and allowed them to gain a lead. Superb outside shooting and two 3-pointers from Lambert’s Andrew Melms and Mannion put the Longhorns up 33-21 with two minutes remaining in the first half. After Lambert captured a defensive rebound, a pass found Mannion as he

Johns Creek’s Mark Lancaster is guarded by Lambert’s Tre Bell. PHOTOS BY JOE PARKER

Lambert won their second consecutive Region 6-AAAAAA championship last Saturday with a 71-50 win over Johns Creek. streaked open toward the net. Johns Creek’s Joseph followed in pursuit, eventually catching up to Mannion near the net. Joseph bumped into Mannion’s side, sending him sprawling to the floor, and an intentional foul was immediately called. After the referees conferred, Joseph was ejected for the foul, triggering a hail of boos from Gladiator fans. The foul, which was obviously intentional but was arguable as to whether it deserved an ejection, sent Johns Creek’s Head Coach Pete Goggin into a frenzy. Goggin’s protest earned him a technical foul. Due to the two technical fouls,

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Mannion was given four free throws, making three. The Gladiators’ balloon had begun to deflate prior to Joseph’s ejection, but without him and with the quick scoring by Lambert after the foul, the balloon seemed fully depleted. Lambert compiled an 18-0 run to end the second quarter, leading 42-21 at the half. Lambert continued their offensive success in the second half, scoring quickly with a near-perfect shooting percentage. Johns Creek’s defense struggled to slow down the Lambert attack, even with their offense scoring 18 points in the third quarter, allowing Lambert to continue to lead by double digits.

“We executed our offense and shot the ball very well. Collectively we played great on offense,” said Lambert’s Bracco. Behind Mannion’s 32 points, Melms scored 19 with three made 3-pointers. Senior Ross Morkem scored 9 with seven rebounds, a steal and a block. Lambert did not let up during the fourth quarter, sealing their second consecutive region title with a 21-point victory of the Gladiators, a greater margin of victory than their previous two wins over the Gladiators combined. Both teams will now look to the GHSA state playoffs which begin this week. It is the second straight state playoff berth for Johns Creek and fourth straight for Lambert. After the game, Lambert’s Bracco and Johns Creek’s Goggin were named Co-Coaches of the Year for Region 6-AAAAAA.

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West Forsyth earns a championship banner

Lady Wolverines win first-ever region championship By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com

CUMMING, Ga. — West Forsyth Head Coach David May spoke to his players all season about building and leaving their legacy at West Forsyth. A region championship banner in the gym, the first for girls basketball, will certainly leave a lasting legacy. West Forsyth made history for the school with a 57-49 win over Northview in the region championship game last Saturday, capping off an already memorable season. “This region championship is something that we had as a goal and it is something that can never be taken away from those kids,” May said. “Their legacy at West will be as the first-ever region basketball championship team. They’ll have that banner in the gym, the trophy and all the memories.” For West’s seniors, including Jane Ortlip and Jenna Staiti, May said the win is even more significant. “Our seniors have been chasing [the region championship] for three years

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West won their first-ever region championship with a 57-49 win over Northview on Feb. 13. and we have been so close the last few years. They’re a great group of kids and I’m really proud of them.” Staiti had a remarkable 35 points in the win along with 11 rebounds, two blocks and a steal. She also was a perfect 12-12 from the free-throw line. Fellow senior Ortlip was second on the team in scoring with 13 points. Coming off a 61-29 win over Centennial, West looked to dominate another game against a lower-seeded opponent. However, Northview, which downed Lambert and Chattahoochee on their way to the championship game, stayed with the Wolverines throughout the duration of the game. “Northview played really well,” May said. “I think that’s the best we have seen them play all year. They shot the ball really well, their athletes made plays and they really made it really tough on us. They played a really solid game.” Northview Head Coach Chris Yarbrough said he was extremely proud of his team’s efforts against West, not to mention throughout the entire last few weeks of the season. “I am extremely proud. If you would have told me a month ago that we would be playing in the region championship game I would have said you were crazy. These girls really bonded well together and played incredible basketball down the stretch and they are accomplishing things that haven’t been done in a long time at our school,” said

Yarbrough. After the first quarter, Northview showed they weren’t going to allow Staiti and West’s offense to run away with the game. After the first, West held

Northview’s Ashley Austin shoots while Jenna Staiti looks for a rebound. Austin led the Titans in scoring with 16 points and Staiti scored 35 for the Wolverines.

PHOTOS BY JOE PARKER

onto a slim 14-12 lead after a 3-point play from Northview’s Maya Richards. Richards compiled 7 points and two blocks in the game. After a 3-pointer from West’s Ortlip, West was able to open up a 9-point lead late in the second, and took a 7-point lead into halftime. With Northview trailing, Yarbrough said their defense had to overextend to keep tight defense on Staiti while simultaneously attempting to open up their offense. Staiti took advantage and hit multiple shots under the basket. However, Northview was able to remain close with scoring from Ashely Austin, Shannon Titus and crucial 3-pointers from Melissa Muench. Austin led the Titans in scoring with 16 points, adding eight rebounds. Muench finished with 14, 12 from beyond the arc, and Titus scored 12 with two steals and two blocks. Staiti was able to counter with two straight layups to extend West’s lead to 7 points midway through the fourth. Muench hit another 3-pointer, but West was able to open their lead in the final minutes and hold Northview to just a single free throw, taking the 5749 win. With the win, West earned the No. 1 seed in the Georgia High School Association state playoffs and will play Mill Creek in the first round while No. 2-seeded Northview will play Mountain View.

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Hundreds of jobs coming to North Fulton RUMC hosts job networking fair Feb. 22 ROSWELL, Ga. – The Roswell United Methodist Church will host its job networking seminars and dinner Feb. 22

for job seekers and employers. The event begins just after noon with workshops for job seekers, includ-

ing “attire to hire” lessons on dressing for success. A dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. with guest speaker Rusty Gordon, sponsored by the Roswell Rotary. Following dinner, from 7 – 8 p.m., the mini job fair will feature dozens of

local employers, from large to small, looking to fill positions. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ groups/RUMCJobNetworking. RUMC is located at 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. They can be reached at rumc.com.

CITY OF ALPHARETTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The following items will be heard at a public hearing held by the Planning Commission on Thursday, March 3, 2016 commencing at 6:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia. Items forward by the Planning Commission will be considered by the City Council on Monday March 28, 2016 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia. a. Z-15-19/CU-15-15/V-15-34 Old Milton Medical Office/Avitas Consideration of a request to rezone approximately 1.7 acres from R-12 and R-10M to DT-LW in order to develop a medical office. Conditional uses are also requested to allow a “Clinic”, medical office use, and an ”Accessory retail” use up to 25% of the floor area of an office building as well as a “restaurant” use. Variances are requested for a reduced rear yard setback from 3’ to 0’, to reduce the 50’ transitional buffer to 0’, to eliminate the requirement for a 10’ wide landscape strip between parking bays, sign variance and variance to parking for more than 120% of the required spaces to be impervious. The property is located on 2505, 2525, and 2545 Old Milton Parkway. The property is legally described as being located in Land Lot 749, 1st District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. b. Z-15-12/V-16-05 Old Milton Holdings/DT-LW Consideration of a request to rezone approximately 2 acres from O-P and R-12 to DT-LW to construct 10 “for sale” detached homes and 7 “for-sale” attached townhomes. Variances are requested for the 40’ height limit to build 42’ single family homes and 45’ townhomes. The property is located on the south side of Thompson Street and east of Haynes Bridge Road. The property is legally described as being located in Land Lot 749 & 802, 1st District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. c. MP-16-01/V-16-03 Parkway 400 Consideration of a request to change the condition of zoning from 131 rooms to 132 rooms on MP-14-09 Parkway 400 Hotel. Variances are requested for a reduced side yard setback from 10’ to 0’ to allow the parking deck to be continuous from Phase 1 to Phase 2 and a variance to the front setback along Kimball Bridge Road from 65’ to 25’ to allow the parking deck to be closer to the road. The property is located south of Old Milton Parkway across from Avalon. The property is legally described as being located in Land Lot 804, 1st District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. d. CLUP-16-01/Z-16-02 Lehigh Homes/130 Cumming Street Consideration of a request to rezone approximately 3 acres from R-15 to DT-R (Downtown Residential) to construct 9 “for sale” detached homes as well as a request to change the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from “Low Density Residential” to “Medium Density” Residential. The property is located on 130 Cumming Street. The property is legally described as being located in Land Lots 1253 and 1254, 2nd District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. e. Z-15-09/V-15-27 Providence Group/DT-LW Consideration of a request to rezone approximately 7 acres from R-12 and O-I to DT-LW to construct “for-sale” attached residential and an office building. A variance is requested to allow a gated entrance to the townhomes and a variance to allow front entry townhomes on the lots 13-27. The property is located on the south side of Old Milton Parkway and east of Haynes Bridge Road. The property is legally described as being located in Land Lots 748 & 749, 1st District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. f. PH-15-26 Update to the Downtown Master Plan Map Consideration of a map revision to the Downtown Master Plan Map to incorporate additional land along Canton Street. g. MP-15-07/CLUP-15-08/V-15-21 Duke Realty/Windward Master Plan (City Council Only) Consideration of a request to amend approximately 16 acres of the Windward Master Plan in order to permit 24 single-family “for sale” detached homes as well as a request to change the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from “Corporate Campus Office” to “Low Density” Residential. A variance for the required buffer from 50’ to allow 0’ adjacent to commercial property is also requested. The property is located on the north side of Webb Bridge just east of North Point Parkway. The property is legally described as being located within Land Lots 1178, 1243, 2nd District, 1st Section, Fulton County, Georgia. Note: Georgia law requires that all parties who have made campaign contributions to the Mayor or to a Council Member in excess of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) within the past two (2) years must complete a campaign contribution report with the Community Development Department. The complete text of the Georgia law and a disclosure form are available in the office of the City Clerk, 2 South Main Street.

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Exhibit B FORM OF NOTICE OF ELECTION Notice of Special City Bond Election TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE CITY OF ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA: You are hereby notified that on the 24th day of May, 2016, an election will be held in the City of Alpharetta, Georgia, at which election there will be submitted to the qualified voters thereof for their determination the question of whether or not certain general obligation bonds shall be authorized for issuance by the City as follows: (1) $27,600,000 of general obligation bonds (the ”Transportation Bonds”) for the purpose of providing funds to pay, or to be applied or contributed toward, the cost of providing for (1) acquisition and construction of improvements, expansions and extensions to roads, streets, and bridges; and (2) paying the costs and expenses related to such bonded indebtedness. The Transportation Bonds shall be dated their date of delivery, shall be in the denomination of five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) or an integral multiple thereof each, shall bear interest at a rate or rates not to exceed six percent (6.0%), and the principal of the Transportation Bonds shall mature in the years set forth below as follows: Year

Principal Amount

Year

Principal Amount

Year

Principal Amount

Year

Principal Amount

Year

Principal Amount

2017

210,000

2022

250,000

2027

300,000

2032

370,000

2037

2,560,000

2018

210,000

2023

260,000

2028

305,000

2033

2,280,000

2038

2,640,000

2019

220,000

2024

270,000

2029

330,000

2034

2,350,000

2039

2,720,000

2020

230,000

2025

280,000

2030

340,000

2035

2,420,000

2040

2,800,000

2021

235,000

2026

290,000

2031

350,000

2036

2,490,000

2041

2,890,000

(2) $24,900,000 of general obligation bonds (the ”Parks and Recreation Bonds”) for the purpose of providing funds to pay, or to be applied or contributed toward, the cost of providing for (1) acquisition, construction, and renovations for parks, recreation and cultural facilities, sidewalks and greenways; and (2) paying the costs and expenses related to such bonded indebtedness. The Parks and Recreation Bonds shall be dated their date of delivery, shall be in the denomination of five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) or an integral multiple thereof each, shall bear interest at a rate or rates not to exceed six percent (6.0%) per annum, and the principal of the Parks and Recreation Bonds shall mature in the years set forth below as follows: Year

Principal Amount

Year

Principal Amount

Year

Principal Amount

Year

Principal Amount

Year

Principal Amount

2017

190,000

2022

220,000

2027

270,000

2032

330,000

2037

2,310,000

2018

190,000

2023

230,000

2028

280,000

2033

2,060,000

2038

2,380,000

2019

200,000

2024

240,000

2029

290,000

2034

2,120,000

2039

2,450,000

2020

210,000

2025

250,000

2030

310,000

2035

2,180,000

2040

2,530,000

2021

220,000

2026

260,000

2031

320,000

2036

2,250,000

2041

2,610,000

The principal amount of and the interest on said bonds shall be payable in lawful money of the United States of America at a paying agent bank, which will be designated by the City of Alpharetta prior to the issuance of said bonds. The bonds may be issued in one or more separate deliveries. At or before the time any bonded indebtedness is incurred on account of the bonds to be issued, the Council of the City of Alpharetta will provide for the levy and collection of an annual tax sufficient in amount to pay the principal of and interest on the bonds so issued and sold as the same become due and payable. The ballots to be used at said election shall have written or printed thereon substantially the following: YES NO “Shall General Obligation Bonds in the principal amount of $27,600,000.00 be issued by the City of Alpharetta, Georgia for the purpose of providing funds to pay, or to be applied or contributed toward, the cost of providing for (1) acquisition and construction of improvements, expansions and extensions to roads, streets, and bridges; and (2) paying the costs and expenses related to such bonded indebtedness?

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS YES N O “Shall General Obligation Bonds in the principal amount of $24,900,000.00 be issued by the City of Alpharetta, Georgia for the purpose of providing funds to pay, or to be applied or contributed toward, the cost of providing for (1) acquisition, construction, and renovations for parks, recreation and cultural facilities, sidewalks and greenways; and (2) paying the costs and expenses related to such bonded indebtedness? The election shall be at the regular polling places of the City of Alpharetta, Georgia, and the polls will be open from 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M., on the date fixed for the election. Those residents qualified to vote at the election shall be determined in all respects in accordance with the election laws of the State of Georgia. Those residents who have not previously registered may do so at City Hall, any other Fulton County, Georgia registration office, or any other location and in any other manner authorized by law. Registration for this referendum will close at the close of business on April 26, 2016. Any brochures, listings or other advertisements issued by the City of Alpharetta or by any other person, firm, corporation or association with the knowledge and consent of the City Council and Mayor of the City of Alpharetta, Georgia shall be deemed to be a statement of intention of the City of Alpharetta concerning the use of the proceeds of the bonds. This Notice is given pursuant to an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Alpharetta, passed on the 15th day of February, 2016. CITY OF ALPHARETTA David Belle Isle Mayor

CITY OF ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA FOR WESTSIDE PARKWAY INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS ITB #16-010 The City of Alpharetta (City) is accepting bids for WESTSIDE PARKWAY INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS including, but not limited to, maintenance of traffic, asphalt pavement, curb & gutter, signalization, striping and signage, erosion and sediment control, clean up and restoration. The location of the work is along Westside Parkway, north of Cumming Street --- within the City of Alpharetta, Georgia. The ITB will be available online Thursday, February 4, 2016, at our bid posting website, https://www.ebidexchange.com/alpharetta. Interested parties are required to log in to review the ITB documents. The bid opening will be held on Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 10:00 AM at Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009. For information, please contact Debora Westbrook at the City of Alpharetta Finance Department via email at purchasing@alpharetta.ga.us or at 678-297-6052.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CITY OF ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA FOR SHERRY DRIVE STORM DRAIN REPAIRS ITB #16-013 The City of Alpharetta (City) is accepting bids for SHERRY DRIVE STORM DRAIN REPAIRS including, delivery and installation of storm sewer system materials, slip-lining of existing 48” corrugated metal pipe (CMP), pipe replacement, manhole installation, catch basin rehabilitation, excavation and trenching, driveway replacement, landscaping and other work related to drainage improvements. The location of the work is at 1320 Sherry Drive, Alpharetta, GA 30009 --- within the City of Alpharetta, Georgia. The ITB will be available online Thursday, February 4, 2016, at our bid posting website, https://www.ebidexchange.com/alpharetta. Interested parties are required to log in to review the ITB documents. The bid opening will be held on Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 2:00 PM at Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009. For information, please contact Debora Westbrook at the City of Alpharetta Finance Department via email at purchasing@alpharetta.ga.us or at 678-297-6052.

All-Region 6-AAAAAA team announced By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — After the culmination of the boys and girls Region 6-AAAAAA region tournaments last Saturday, the All-Region teams were announced along with the Players and Coaches of the Year awards. South Forsyth’s Sarah Myers, a commit to Maryland’s No. 1-ranked recruiting class, was named the girls Player of the Year. Myers has compiled over 2,000 career points in her time with the War Eagles and led South in scoring with over 20 points per game this season. North Forsyth’s Eric Herrick was named the girls Coach of the Year. Herrick has compiled a 95-21 record in four seasons at North where he has led the Raiders to three state playoff appearances and one region championship. For the boys, Lambert’s Connor Mannion was named Player of the Year. Mannion, a Navy commit, has led the Longhorns to two consecutive region championships. Pete Goggin of Johns Creek and Scott Bracco of Lambert were named CoCoaches of the Year in the region. Goggin led the Gladiators to their best-ever season this year at 24-4 overall. In Bracco’s four years at Lambert, the Longhorns have compiled a 90-27 overall record and have won 27 consecutive region games.

Girls All - Region 6-AAAAAA team • Sarah Myers - South Forsyth • Jenna Staiti - West Forsyth • Shannon Titus - Northview • Morgan Grindle - North Forsyth • Amber Jones - North Forsyth • Corix Bethune - Alpharetta • Siena Gore - Chattahoochee • Sydney Tanguiling - Johns Creek • Brianna Perry - Centennial

Boys All - Region 6-AAAAAA team • Connor Mannion - Lambert • Marc Lancaster - Johns Creek • Ross Morkem - Lambert • Darrian Brown - Centennial • Evan Cole - South Forsyth • Deshawn Roumou Chattahoochee • Chad Bureau - North Forsyth • Andrew Melms - Lambert • Garret Milan-Stewart Northview • Mason Henkel - Johns Creek

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Johns Creek Police hosting seminar about active shooters Feb. 25 event open to public

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The Johns Creek Police Department is sponsoring a second Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE). The seminar is to help people know what to do if they’re ever confronted with an active shooter situation. The seminar will be on Feb. 25 at

Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church in Johns Creek. The class will include: • Videos and demonstrations • Cover the background science of how people behave in high stress events • Past active shooter events • The mindset and profile of the shooter • How to survive an active shooter event • What to do when the police arrive

CITY OF JOHNS CREEK PUBLIC ARTS BOARD, PUBLIC HEARING: TUESDAY, MARCH 8, 2016 AT 6:30 P.M CITY OF JOHNS CREEK TAYLOR FARMS 12000 FINDLEY ROAD, SUITE 300 CITY OF JOHNS CREEK MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL, PUBLIC HEARING: MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2016 AT 7:00 PM. CITY OF JOHNS CREEK COUNCIL CHAMBERS 12000 FINDLEY ROAD, SUITE 300 JOHNS CREEK, GEORGIA 30097 THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR PUBLIC ART DURING THE PUBLIC HEARING: NEWTOWN PARK

The seminar is based on Advance Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERR T), a nationwide initiative for law enforcement officers responding to situations where an individual is shooting at people in a confined or populated area. The 2-hour seminar starts at 7 p.m. The seminar is free and open to all. People may ask follow-up questions about active shooter situations during a live-stream Q&A on Blab, a new app that allows people to watch and interact

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University of Southern Mississippi HATTIESBURG, Miss. —The University of Southern Mississippi held fall commencement exercises Dec. 11 on

Active Shooter Seminar What: What actions to take if involved in an active shooter situation hosted by the Johns Creek Police Department Where: Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church, North Campus 2850 Old Alabama Road When: 7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 25 with seminar presenters, on Wednesday, March 2 at 8 p.m. its Hattiesburg campus. Austin Hecht, Johns Creek, earned a Bachelor of Science degree.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln LINCOLN, Neb. — Tyheacha Kawana Kennerly, of Alpharetta, earned a master of science degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in ceremonies Dec. 18.

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enAble of Georgia hosts Dare to Dream Gala ROSWELL, Ga. – enAble of Georgia Foundation, Inc., the fundraising arm of enAble of Georgia, Inc., will sponsor its 28th Annual “Dare to Dream” Gala on Saturday, March 5, 2016 at the Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel. The black-tie optional event will raise funds to support the vital programs offered by enAble of Georgia, Inc., that help individuals with developmental disabilities realize their dreams to lead productive and fulfilled lives. The “Dare to Dream” Gala will feature a live and silent auction, a dinner and entertainment provided by Party Nation. “The Georgia Department of Education and local school districts, as well as many other agencies and nonprofit organizations, provide critical support for children with disabilities from birth to 21 years old, but what happens to those young people after graduation?” asked Patti Solomon, 2016 “Dare to Dream” Event Chair, and parent of a daughter with autism. enAble of Georgia has the answer. enAble provides disabled individuals long-term support throughout their entire adult life span offering services such as housing, employment training, transportation and community living. “Everyone has and deserves a dream,” said Solomon. “enAble’s programs help families like ours make those dreams come true.” Visit www.enablega.org for additional information about enAble of Georgia and the “Dare to Dream” Gala. —Jonathan Copsey

Patti and Mike Solomon, chairs of the enable Dare to Dream Gala, with their daughter, Jessica, who is served by enAble of Georgia. The gala will be March 5 at the Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel in Cobb County.

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Student Leadership provides student career insights Shadowing Coke exec illuminating By MEREDITH McCAIN Community submission JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Student Leadership Johns Creek has provided me with a pathway to success that wouldn’t have otherwise been accessible. The hands-on leadership training has given me ample opportunity to develop my potential. I was selected to join SLJC my sophomore year. Last year, I worked with my fellow Johns Creek students in the

organization to develop a leadership training class for fifth graders at a neighboring elementary school, State Bridge Crossing. We had to sacrifice a lot of time to create a program and lesson plans for the students. McCAIN But it was so rewarding to see the growth of the kids over the school year as we prepared them for the challenges of middle school. This year, I had the opportunity to shadow An Boon, the head of Olympic Marketing for Coca-Cola, thanks to my

SLJC connections. I spent a day at the Coca-Cola headquarters in downtown Atlanta and got to witness a day in the life of an employee there. I attended meetings with Ms. Boon discussing marketing strategies for Coke during the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. We toured the newly renovated headquarters. I also sat in on a meeting with the Founder of Reddit as he petitioned for a partnership with Coke. The entire experience was fascinating. I realized how international the environment is at Coca-Cola since they

have employees from all around the world. I didn’t foresee a future in the corporate industry before my shadowing experience. But afterward I found that I might really enjoy it due to the unique, global workplace that it can foster. All of these opportunities have come about as a result of my participation in Student Leadership Johns Creek. I couldn’t be more pleased with the impact this program has had for me. For information about Student Leadership Johns Creek go to the website: www.leadershipjohnscreek. com.

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