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it’s time to get chili JONATHAN COPSEY/HERALD

ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta’s finest police officers and firefighters turned up the heat Feb. 27 for the annual chili cook-off at Fire Station No. 1, on Webb Bridge Road, trading their uniforms for aprons and chef hats.

Visitors were treated to all-they-could-sample chili made by local public safety employees and voting declared a win-

ner – “Grandma Moose’s White Chili,” which took home the prize for best chili.

The cook-off helped raise funds for the Alpharetta Public Safety Foundation. For more about them, visit apsfoundation.org.

—Jonathan Copsey

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family had their home burglarized Feb. 20, with the thief making off with about $68,000 in jewelry and other items.

The victims, of Shoreline Walk, told police they went to the supermarket about 9 p.m. and returned about 30 minutes later. They found a rear door forced open and items missing from the home. Reported take were a Rolex watch ($11,000), Gucci watch ($4,000), a $10,000 Persian rug, vases, rings and other jewelry (more than $40,000).

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They are thought to have had BB guns on them, as well. The children were scared away when a volunteer spotted them.

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Someone paid for their Goodwill purchases using a fake $100 bill Feb. 16. A cashier told police she noticed the bill at the end of the day, when she was closing out the drawer. It was a real $10 bill with the marking of $100 printed over it.

The cashier said she remembered the woman who gave it to her – she had several children with her at the time – and shopped between 5 and 6 p.m.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A 32-year-old Atlanta woman with expensive tastes was arrested Feb. 15 after running up nearly $150,000 in charges to a fake credit card. The suspect was stopped at Mayors Jewelers on North Point Circle after allegedly buying two Rolex

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Was it for his Valentine?

ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A 41-year-old Atlanta man was arrested Feb. 14 – Valentine’s Day – after allegedly stealing several items from a North Point store, including cologne and a scented candle.

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ROSWELL POLITICS:

Charter ‘fix’ may stave off move to remove Wood Lawsuit to remove Roswell mayor dealt blow if Legislature acts

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – Roswell Mayor Jere Wood is scheduled to be in Fulton Superior Court March 7, fighting for his political life, but an 11th hour change of the city charter may make the court date moot.

The City Council in a called special meeting voted Feb. 29 to file a new charter amendment on term limits that would allow the mayor to serve no more than three terms, excluding any prior terms before Wood’s current term ends.

Wood had been comfortably ensconced in his fourth term as mayor and looking forward to possibly serving two more terms.

That changed when Michael Litten,

who ran against Wood in 2009, filed a lawsuit in Fulton Superior Court. Now Fulton Superior Court Judge Craig L. Schwall Sr. has ordered the jury trial to begin March 7.

The lawsuit challenged the legality of WOOD Wood’s current term or future terms.

This occurred when the city charter was updated in 2010 to include term limits for the mayor but did not include an effective date going forward. Thus the lawsuit argued Wood was “unqualified” to be mayor since he had already served more than three terms.

The 2010 update to the charter made no specific provision for Wood – he was then serving his third term – as to whether he would be eligible for further terms.

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W.L. “Pug” Mabry, in the last 50 years, but a jury trial seemed poised to force a new election for a new mayor after a challenge to the interpretation of the amended city charter.

A change to the city charter would be the quickest way to rectify the situation by clarifying the intent of term limits would not be retroactive.

Wood said the City Council had filed a clarification request regarding the city charter that would make clear whether Wood would remain eligible for the position, but the Fulton Legislative Delegation (those members of the General Assembly who have at least 1 precinct in Fulton County) would not accept it.

Wood said he was told that, based on the legal opinion of the General Assembly’s legislative counsel, some of the delegation members declined to accept the clarification.

After some further “consultations,” the Legislative Delegation agreed to accept a charter amendment that would allow Wood to continue to serve.

This required a new charter amendment be adopted Feb. 29 and presented to the General Assembly for adoption.

Only five members were present at the meeting, but it was unanimously adopted.

Now it appears there will be no trial if the Roswell Legislative Delegation moves the new charter amendment forward for adoption. The delegation is comprised of the four state representatives and two state senators who have precincts in Roswell’s city limits.

The original clarification that was presented was “not constitutional,” according to the Legislative Delegation, although it was not pointed out why this second attempt to clarify the charter was.

Nevertheless, it appears that all parties are now satisfied except Litten, who brought the lawsuit in the first place.

Wood said there was more to the affair, but he did not know what.

“I think Michael Litten is just the frontman in this,” Wood said. “There is something more behind this.”

Councilman Jerry Orlans is the longest-serving member of the City Council, having taken his seat in 1992.

He said the City Council “made it as clear as we could” that the action was not retroactive but would be for terms going forward.

Asked if he sees deeper motives at work, Orlans said he had no direct knowledge of anything like that.

“There is so much swirling around this, it’s hard to pinpoint anything. Certainly there is a lot of talk, but that’s all I know,” Orlans said.

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By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — When the power goes out in your home, what do you do? Are you prepared for it to be out for a few hours? What about a day? Or more? Do you know what to do in the event of a fire or natural disaster?

These questions and more were asked and answered Feb. 27 by the American Heritage Society of Georgia in their emergency preparedness seminar at Alpharetta City Hall.

Experts in fields as varied as fire-

arm safety, law enforcement, agriculture, horticulture and more guided members of the community through lessons that may one day save their lives and those of their loved ones.

“This is to prepare families, business and the community for survival during a crisis,” said Vesta Smith, president of the American Heritage Society of Georgia. “We want to prepare them, not scare them, for times of danger, property loss and especially when the government services can’t get to them.”

The day of lessons covered everything from severe storms to civil unrest

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Vesta Smith of the American Heritage Society of Georgia introduced a speaker Feb. 27 at the emergency preparedness day. and terror. Students learned how to make a “bug-out” kit – a bag of essential supplies to grab and survive on in times of emergencies — thanks to the American Red Cross and the Pillowcase Project.

“We saw during Hurricane Katrina that college students were showing up to shelters carrying pillowcases containing belongings. From there, the

Red Cross developed a project to teach children (and adults) what to pack in their pillowcases,” said Pam Thompson, with the American Red Cross Pillowcase Project. Thompson said house fires are the most common disaster faced by families, but they should prepare for storms, flooding, snow and more.

Visit AmericanHeritageSocietyofGeorgia.com for more information.

K-9 cops to join 5K ALPHARETTA, Ga. – K-9 officers and their dogs will join other active runners March 12 for the Alpharetta Police K-9 5K foot race.

Runners are encouraged to bring their dogs for the race.

After the race will be a dog-themed party, with dog adoptions, K-9 educational information and

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All proceeds will benefit the Alpharetta Police K-9 unit to help purchase equipment.

The event will be Saturday March 12 beginning at 8 a.m. at the Alpharetta Community Center, 175 Roswell Street, Alpharetta.

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For more information, contact Officer Mike Schulman at mschulman@ alpharetta.ga.us.

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New DAR chapter created in Alpharetta ‘Patriots of Liberty’ holds first meeting March 6 ALPHARETTA, Ga. - The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution welcomes its newest chapter to Alpharetta, the Patriots of Liberty. The chapter is the 113th chapter to be created in the state of Georgia.

The next meeting of the new chapter will be March 6, 2016, at 2:30 p.m. at the Alpharetta Public Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta. The program will feature a program on Conservation and a time of visitation to welcome guests interested in becoming a member.

Arrive about 2:10 p.m., so the members can spend time getting to know you.

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If you go What: ‘Patriots of Liberty’ chapter of the DAR When: March 6, 2016, 2:30 p.m.

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The Roswell Garden Club presents a check to the City of Roswell for new trees at the Roswell Adult Aquatic Center. From left are: Councilmembers Marcelo Zapata, Kent Igleheart, Jerry Orlans, Garden Club member Sandy Hanlon, Councilman Donald J. Horton, Garden Club member Florence Anne Berna, Mayor Jere Wood, Garden Club President Debbie Vann, Councilwoman Nancy Diamond, Garden Club member Marcia Camp, Councilman Mike Palermo and Garden Club member Dottie Hartford.

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The program was designed to provide financial support to organizations who want to enhance and beautify Roswell by increasing its tree canopy and density. The program is open to church groups, scout troops, civic organizations, schools and businesses who are interested in partnering with the city to provide funding and support for tree planting, right-of-way beautification projects, storm damage assistance projects and land-

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OPINION

Trends: broken tail light = drug possession?

I’ve noticed an unusual trend recently in our crime stories and DUI arrests – if you have a broken tail light, you probably are either driving under the influence or JONATHAN COPSEY possess drugs.

I know it sounds Editor jonathan@appenmediagroup.com crazy, but hear me out. I’ve reported on crime for Appen Media since I came here six years ago. I know a thing or two about it. While I always thought it was strange that broken tails lights often lead to arrests, I never gave much thought to just how prevalent such

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It wasn’t until a member of the community pointed out how unlikely it was for so many tail lights to be in the arrest reports that I started looking into it.

For the month of February, I kept an (unofficial) count of how many broken tail lights and similar minor traffic offences led to arrests in Milton and Alpharetta.

It turns out there were about 20.

These crimes are simple traffic offences – broken tail lights, of course, but also swerving, having no headlights on at night, expired tags or simply speeding.

I have no idea how many people were pulled over for such things and

not arrested. I’m guessing “more than 20.”

Residents sometimes call me to complain about police overreach or heavy-handedness after they’ve been stopped and given the third degree on suspicion of driving drunk or having drugs on them. Each of these callers said they knew they were innocent, but the police didn’t believe them – can someone hold these officers accountable for harassment, they wonder?

With at least 20 incidents of minor offences leading directly to jail in a single month, I’d say it’s fair to say the police are doing a pretty good job.

It sometimes seems that simply being a drug user or drinking and driving leads to a higher frequency of traffic

violations. Is it that taking part in these illegal activities somehow causes improper driving?

I myself once had a tail light go out and I was indeed pulled over for it by Alpharetta police (I should have expected it, really).

The officer was polite and checked my license, and let me go with a warning to get it fixed. From routinely reading police reports, I guess I passed the smell test: When speaking with officers, they say they can often smell alcohol on drivers or marijuana in cars through open windows.

In my experience, police rarely do anything without a reason. If I were on patrol and saw someone with a broken tail light, I’d surely pull them over.

Heroin: North Fulton’s ultimate buzzkill Yes, I went to hear Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard’s appeal, sponsored by the Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce, warning county residents HATCHER HURD that heroin use Executive Editor is on the rise at hatcher@appenmediagroup.com alarming proportions and it is time everyone started to do something about it.

What a buzzkill.

It’s just a term we hear every day, which means something like a wet blanket thrown over what had been an enjoyable situation. Yet the phrase is right out of the drug culture. It’s hip to use drug slang even if we don’t do drugs ourselves. It shows we’re cool, we’re cosmopolitan. It means we’re not – and I’m really showing my age here – square.

But what Howard had to tell us was indeed a wet blanket. We tend to think living in upscale North Fulton is a security blanket separating us from those denizens of the drug culture who threaten the people who can’t afford to live here.

But there is no security blanket. Heroin is here — now — in our schools and killing our children. Heroin is a buzz that kills. But it was not Paul Howard’s message that got to me.

Oh, he scared me all right. He told us about a drug counselor he met from Utah. What was he doing in Fulton County, Howard asked.

The man told Howard his drug clinic in Utah treats patients from all

But there is no security blanket. Heroin is here, now in our schools and killing our children. Heroin is a buzz that kills. over the world. But so many came from North Fulton that he was here to set up a satellite clinic.

But even that did not get my attention. Shocking, yes, but the real story – the one that drove it home for me – came after Howard spoke. As we digested what he said, Robin Buckley strode up to the microphone.

We all knew Robin, she works for the Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce and was going to give us a few announcements, or so I thought.

But Robin didn’t talk about the chamber. She talked about April 4, 2015. That was the day she went to wake up her 26-year-old son, Michael, and couldn’t. He had died in the night of a heroin and fentanyl overdose.

Fentanyl is a super powerful opiate drug sellers use to amp up the power of the dosage, and is easily fatal. It’s not as if drug dealers are pharmacists.

Robin told us her son climbed cell towers for a living, so she worried constantly — about the dangers of his profession.

“I was conscious of his mortality and I was scared all the time. But I didn’t expect this. I was no more prepared than you are right now thinking of your own loved ones. The shock, grief and loss of my son has altered and colored the rest of my life,” Robin said.

“There is before Mick died and after Mick died that I mark time with. It is unimaginable pain. It’s not just the junkies dying in the streets anymore.

It is experimental, the relapse and the occasional users in our upscale neighborhoods who are overdosing and dying.

“They are snorting, smoking, popping pills and, yes, shooting up. It’s an equal-opportunity drug available in all forms. As parents, law enforcement, first responders and as community leaders, we need to raise awareness of this epidemic,” she said.

I hear you, Robin.

That same day, I left work early.

I had a funeral to attend. The son of one of my neighbors, a week shy of his 23rd birthday, was being laid to rest.

He had died of a heroin overdose a week out of rehab.

This was a day that gave me a lot to think long and hard about. I have twin grandsons, and I have to do all I can do to make sure this does not happen to them. Because it can. It can all too easily happen to them.

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Search for Fulton superintendent resumes Finalist steps down after controversy in current district

BY CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — The Fulton County School System will resume the search for a new superintendent following the withdrawal of their sole finalist.

Philip Lanoue removed his name from consideration, citing a need to remain at his present position in the Athens-Clarke County School System, where he has been the superintendent since 2009.

That school system is embroiled in controversy stemming from a January incident at Cedar Shoals High School where a 15-year-old student was allegedly sexually assaulted on campus.

In a letter to the Athens-Clarke County community, Lanoue said his current position was where he needed to remain.

“After much reflection and in consult with my family and the [system] administrative team, I have come to a

decision that home – here in Clarke County – is where I need to be,” he wrote, explaining his decision to withdraw from Fulton consideration.

A groundswell of criticism has been directed at Clarke County School administrators – both at the school and administrative level – for their slow response to the situation.

LINDA MCCAIN The three susPresident of the Fulton County Board of Education pects were allowed to remain in school for three weeks until they were arrested, and parents were not notified of the incident until weeks after Clarke County were also sent to Fulton the assault.

Schools staff and board, requesting The intense scrutiny of Lanoue’s they rescind their choice. handling of the incident was fueled by Lanoue had initially asked the Fulsocial media, and erupted in a town ton School Board to delay its decision hall meeting with parents in early Febto hire him, but changed that to a withruary. drawal less than 48 hours later.

Letters and emails from parents in There was no indication of whether

The Fulton County School Board has been informed that finalist Philip Lanoue has withdrawn as a candidate to become our next superintendent. Dr. Lanoue feels a strong need to remain as superintendent in Clarke County. We thank Dr. Lanoue for his interest and wish him wel.”

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the decision to step down may have been prompted by Fulton Schools, allowing for a more graceful exit. A statement released by Linda McCain, president of the Fulton County Board of Education, appeared neutral.

“The Fulton County School Board has been informed that finalist Philip Lanoue has withdrawn as a candidate to become our next superintendent. Dr. Lanoue feels a strong need to remain as superintendent in Clarke County. We thank Dr. Lanoue for his interest and wish him well,” said McCain.

She added the system still has a number of highly qualified candidates who meet the criteria of what the board and community want in the next superintendent.

“Our school board is moving forward. In fact, choosing a finalist was difficult because of the quality of those considered for the position,” said McCain. “We are confident our choice will be an educational leader who meets the challenging criteria residents and staff demand and deserve.”

Lanoue was named the National Superintendent of the Year in 2015, and had previously been an associate superintendent in Cobb County.

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Milton’s Dayal wins national debate tourney MILTON, Ga. -- On the weekend of Jan. 30, at Emory University, Milton resident Anish Dayal 17, a senior, and Harrison Hall 16, a junior from the Westminster Schools in Atlanta, won the 61st Barkley Forum National policy debate tournament, a prestigious invitational tournament with a highly competitive field comprised of the top 230 debaters from 35 states across the nation.

The Barkley Forum for High Schools (BFHS) is committed to supporting high school forensics since 1956 and continues today to provide top-flight national debate competition. With over 74 schools in attendance, Dayal and Hall, currently the fourth ranked team in the nation, won 10 consecutive rounds to reach the championship. Along the way in the semifinals, they triumphed over the No. 1 team in the nation from the Blake School, Minnesota. After a debate about the merits of the United States Government’s surveillance policies, Dayal and Hall were victorious over Peninsula in a 22-5 decision coming from a panel of judges known as the Barkley Forum “Key Coaches.”

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Crabapple Crossing names teacher, professional of the year Milton resident Anish Dayal, right, and Harrison Hall, from the Westminster Schools in Atlanta, won the 61st Barkley Forum National policy debate tournament Jan. 30.

MILTON, Ga. -- Gary Abel was named Teacher of the Year for Crabapple Crossing Elementary School. He teaches P.E. and has been recognized statewide for initiative programs to promote health and wellness with his students.

Sonny Khurramov was named Professional Year for the job he does as

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The team progressed to the Metro Area Reading Bowl held at Clayton State College on Feb. 13.

From a group of 15 teams, RNE placed third.

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Two Centennial students nominated 2016 Ga. Students Pair has raised $30K to fight leukemia ROSWELL, Ga. – Centennial High School seniors Olivia McDonnold and Mira Shah have been nominated for the 2016 Georgia Student of the Year award by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

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By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ATLANTA - The U.S. gross domestic product should continue to grow at a healthy 2.0 percent despite a massive correction in much of the globe’s stock exchanges, said Rajeev Dhawan, director of the Economic Forecasting Center at Georgia State University’s J. Mack Robinson College of Business.

“The key factor is that companies, despite the jittery stock market and poor results in earnings last year, will keep hiring,” Dhawan said globally, economies are experiencing a lot of turbulence, but in the U.S. the picture is much better.

“Through much of the forecast period, global malaise will hinder job advancement, but I expect domestic demand to give it all she’s got.”

Dhawan said he was puzzled that the Fed’s measured rate hike did not “turbocharge” the economy when the impending hike did not push fence-sitting homebuyers to jump in the face of almost certain mortgage rates raises.

Global shakiness in world markets may have been the wet blanket. China has at long last run out of steam.

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China has also mismanaged the devaluation of its currency and sent shockwaves through global equity markets. But Dhawan said that some nervousness surrounding the markets is warranted, though he called the current situation an overreaction.

European markets are turbulent as well, so once again Wall Street is the strongest market by default rather than outright strength.

The dip in the stock market will have a negative effect on consumer wealth, but nothing like the bursting of the housing bubble in 2008, he said.

Falling oil prices will offset most of this negative effect, giving consumers

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It’s China, Dhawan said.

Meanwhile, with the cash that is not going in the gas tank, American consumers broke out in 2015 to buy more cars and trucks – 17.3 million units in 2015.

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Schools will drive the future economic success of community Those who know me know that I am passionate about improving our education systems.

Those who know me well understand that the passion was initially born out of necessity and GEOFF SMITH not choice: My wife, Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com Brenda, is an art teacher. Her sister was an elementary school principal and now serves in an administrative position for Gwinnett County Public Schools. My mother was an elementary teacher for a time. It’s no coincidence that when Greater North Fulton Chamber President and State Sen. Brandon Beach was out recruiting businessmen and women to join the Chamber’s education committee, I jumped at the chance.

Today I serve as the committee’s chairman and we work hard helping our local schools any way we can.

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businesses. I’m told it’s one of the first questions asked by prospective corporations considering a relocation. Those businesses want to know that their community will continue to produce a strong and talented workforce. And they like the advantage they have when recruiting top executives from around the country who want their children to go to good schools. Here in North Fulton, we are truly blessed with the state’s strongest set of schools.

U.S. News compiles an annual list of top high schools in the country. In Georgia, North Fulton’s public schools pretty much dominate the top 10. If you take out the charter and magnet schools, the top six public high schools in the state are in North Fulton: Milton, Northview, Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Chattahoochee and Roswell.

For officials trying to lure businesses to the North Fulton area, that is a pretty strong list to throw on the table. Most of you who are reading are wondering why I think these schools need help. They need help because, when our state officials are out recruiting businesses to relocate to Georgia, we are not competing with other state

schools — we are competing with the best schools in the country.

Our North Fulton schools are not resting on any laurels. The principals here are some of the hardest-working people in our community. They are always looking for ways to improve and they look to businesses for extra help. Sure, they like donations, but they also want volunteers to help tutor, businesses to sponsor and help with after-school clubs, businesses to lend their expertise so it can be directly folded into a class’s curriculum, and businesses to lend their expertise in actually helping to run a school. It’s important for a business to get closer to our students so they can see what all the studying and work is for. It’s too easy for a student to see the subject matter and testing as an abstract activity. Letting them see what’s going on in the workforce helps to root their learning in reality.

So wherever your business is located, try to find some time to reach out to one of your local schools and see how you can pitch in. If nothing else, it’s a great marketing plan: Do good in front of your community. Many of these

schools are great at promoting their businesses’ good deeds to their parents and teachers.

Ultimately, improving your community’s great schools makes your community stronger. More large businesses will want to move here, which will give small businesses here more opportunity to be successful. Our property values will go up because people will want to move here. Which means retailers will fight over space to be near us.

Personally, my reasons are more selfish. I have two elementary-aged boys. I just want them to learn the skills that will enable them to more easily compete and win whatever future opportunities they decide go for.

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By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — Forsyth County will soon be home to the newest Nissan dealership in the area.

On Feb. 22, officials with Nissan Southeast Region and Asbury Automotive Group broke ground at the 1301 Buford Highway location. The dealership will feature a 45,000-square-foot building, 20 service bays, six detail bays and a stand-alone car wash.

According to Craig Monaghan, CEO of Asbury, this will be a state-of-the-art facility. In total, over $15 million will be spent building this dealership, and about 85 to 100 people will be hired.

He said it will take about eight to nine months to be completed.

“This is a very important project for us,” Monaghan said. “It’s a culmination of a tremendous amount of work. It’s something we, our partners, employees and customers will be proud of. We can’t wait to get it started.”

This area, including Forsyth County, is the No. 1 Nissan market in Atlanta, Monaghan said.

“We’re going to be right here in the heart of it,” he said. “We’re really excited. There is not a better place for us to be.”

Billy Hayes, vice president of Nissan Southeast Region, said the north Atlanta area has a trend of buying SUVs, crossovers and trucks and he expects this dealership to perform strongly.

“We’ve worked really hard to grow our collaborative efforts and our partnership with dealers especially here in the Atlanta market,” Hayes said.

“Atlanta has always been a strong performer for Nissan. We’re very excited about this opportunity here in Cumming. We feel like this market is fertile.”

The location, off Exit 14 on Ga. 400, is where the growth is, Monaghan said.

However it won’t be the only car dealership along Buford Highway.

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Ground is broken on the new Cumming Nissan dealership, set to open in late 2016. and Kia. But Monaghan isn’t worried. He said the Nissan brand has a “tremendous product lineup” and is “a very popular car brand in this part of the state.”

“There are a lot of new products coming out for Nissan,” Monaghan said.

“It’s one of the fastest-growing brands in the country. It seems like a great place and time to make an investment.

It’s a dealership that has a tremendous amount of momentum and growth.

We’ll be highly competitive in this marketplace.”

Alpharetta City Center parking deck wins industry award ALPHARETTA — Alpharetta’s new City Center parking deck was honored by the Georgia Chapter of the American Concrete Institute as an award-winning project in the organization’s 2015 Dan R. Brown Awards Program earlier this month.

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The architectural expression of the 121,959-square-foot parking deck was carefully chosen to fit within the context of the nearby buildings.

Adding to the design character of the structure is a complex facade of colored concrete, inlayed brick and a system of reveals and decorative inlays that compliment City Hall.

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By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – “Mixed-use” and “walkability” are two industry buzzwords that many new developments use to promote differing uses on the same site. While most of these developments have been residential and commercial, the people at Village Park Senior Living want to bring a new product to the North Fulton area that mixes residential styles with walkable options.

At a site off Morris Road in Alpharetta, ground was broken for just that sort of new senior development Feb. 25.

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“It’s a little bit different than most senior living,” said Beth Horowitz, executive director of Village Park Senior Living.

She said the site will include a main building but also have numerous single-family homes and cottages as well as duplexes. The target residents of Village Park are anywhere from active adults up to those needing assisted living. Memory care will also be on site, Horowitz said.

The site is just over 19 acres of land along Ga. 400 and will have a 141,000-square-foot main building, 12 cottages, four duplexes and three quadplexes. In total, there will be 128 units for about 150 residents. Amenities include a swimming pool, fitness area, spa and salon, dining room, coffee bar, café, courtyard and fire pit.

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He pointed to 2015 growth in several key sectors.

“Despite global headwinds, healthy domestic consumption is advancing employment in sectors such as trade, hospitality, education and health care, and government.”

These domestically centered sectors, especially education, health care and government, can expect growth but at a slightly slower pace than 2015.

The state had an exceptional fourth quarter in which Georgia added more jobs (48,400) than the previous nine months combined (47,900). However, that meant the state added only 96,300

and activities in the Alpharetta area.

“It fits in very well. It’s going to be a very high-end facility,” said Chad Clark, Village Park’s president of development and construction.

The adult and senior housing options in North Fulton have grown considerably in recent years, fueled in part by baby boomers beginning to retire and moving closer to their adult children and families in North Fulton.

“With an aging population around the country, this is something people will need,” said J.W. Dukes III, of Ameris Bank, which has invested in Village Park. “People want their parents in a great environment and the environment here is top-notch.”

Village Park Senior Living is expected to open in Spring 2017.

For more about Village Park and their projects, visit them online at villageparkseniorliving.com.

jobs for all of 2015. That’s a steep drop from the 145,000 jobs added in 2014.

Job growth in manufacturing, a catalyst sector, was less than half than the 11,200 jobs added in 2014.

“This slowdown was expected as a high dollar pushed prices up for international purchases,” Dhawan wrote.

“Despite the headwinds, this sector is expected to eke out about 3,000 jobs in 2016.”

The falling price of oil has been a boost for metro Atlanta, unlike other cities around the country.

“We never had shale oil to begin with, so we are avoiding the bust being felt in Houston,” Dhawan said. “In the Atlanta metro area, construction is going strong since investment likely

earmarked for oil investment is making its way into commercial and hotel investment due to low oil prices.”

That has resulted in new office towers being proposed across metro Atlanta. Perimeter Mall and Sandy Springs are anticipating large mixeduse buildings. Additionally, hotels are being planned near the future Braves stadium in Cobb County and the airport, and a convention center is planned in Alpharetta.

Residential construction in Atlanta also is booming with a 12.5 percent increase in housing permits in 2015 and an expected increase of 5.3 percent in 2016.

Dhawan said that job creation in 2016 will support this permit growth.

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SEDGWICK GALLERY SPRING ART SHOW

Three artists new to Sedgwick Gallery — Kimberly Bisger, Art McNaughton and Phyllis Sullivan — will be welcomed with a reception and show. Saturday, March 19, 7-10 p.m. Sedgwick Gallery, 61 Roswell St., Alpharetta. Visit sedgwickgallery.com for more info.

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EVENTS: RUMCK SEMIANNUAL CHILDREN’S CONSIGNMENT SALE

What: The Roswell United Methodist Church Preschool and Kindergarten will host its semiannual children’s consignment sale in the church fellowship hall. There will be three overflowing rooms with more than 200 consignors.

Many of the items are 50 percent off on Saturday.

When: Wednesday, March 2, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Also March 5, 8 a.m.-noon.

Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumc.com/rumck

BULLOCH HALL QUILT SHOW

What: The Bulloch Hall Quilt Guild will present their 34th Great American Cover-Up Quilt Show at historic Bulloch Hall, featuring around 200 quilts made by local artists and displayed throughout the antebellum home.

When: Friday, March 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Monday through Saturday, and 1 p.m.4 p.m. Sunday. Continues through March 13.

Where: Bullock Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell More info: bhqg.org

MARCH MEETING OF FORSYTH COUNTY RETIRED EDUCATORS

What: All retired educators are invited to the FCREA meeting, which is not limited to retired educators from Forsyth County. Educators and media specialists from all public and private institutions welcomed.

When: Friday, March 4 Where: Academies of Creative Education, 1130 Dahlonega Highway, Cumming More info: kgriffith@forsyth.k12.ga.us

MILTON’S BULKY TRASH AMNESTY DAY

What: The City of Milton Public Works Department and Milton Grows Green are offering residents a bulky trash amnesty day. Proof of residency will be

required, and utility bills are preferred.

When: Saturday, March 5, 8 a.m.-noon Where: City of Roswell Public Works Division, 1810 Hembree Road, Roswell More info: cityofmiltonga.us

FLOOD STUDENT MISSIONS GLOW WITH THE FLOW 5K

What: The 4th annual Flood Student Missions family and pet-friendly road race, Glow with the Flow 5K, is for all levels of runners.

When: Saturday, March 5, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Johns Creek Technological Park, 3835 Johns Creek Parkway, Suwanee More info: floodstudentmissions.org

FREE PHOTOS WITH EASTER BUNNY IN ALPHARETTA

What: Stop by for an individual or family photo with the bunny of the hour. A photo will be printed for you to take away and emailed to share with friends and family. Refreshments will be served. No reservations required.

When: Saturday, March 5, 10 a.m.noon.

Where: Alpharetta Welcome Center, 178 South Main St., Alpharetta Cost: Free More info: awesomealpharetta.com

WINE TASTING FOR A CANINE CAUSE What: A wine tasting and silent auction fundraiser will benefit the dogs of Canine Adoption Network.

When: Saturday, March 5, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Where: Vino 100, 131 South Main St., Suite G, Alpharetta More info: vino100alpharetta.com

ROSWELL AUTHOR SIGNS NEW BOOK, ‘REGRETS ONLY’

What: Roswell romantic comedy author M.J. Pullen will be signing and reading from her latest release, “Regrets Only.”

When: Saturday, March 5, 4-6 p.m.

Where: FoxTale Book Shoppe, 105 East Main St., #138, Woodstock More info: books@mjpullen.com

FREE SPRING LAWN CARE CLASSES

‘ADAM’S EVE’ BY ACT1THEATER

CANE CREEK FARM ORGANIC GROWING COURSE/SERIES

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What: The Fulton County Cooperative Extension and North Fulton Master Gardeners will offer a class on grasses: soil testing, fertilizing, week control, aerating and watering; information helpful even for those who use lawn services.

When: March 8 at Bill Johnson Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell; March 9 at the City of Alpharetta Engineering/Public Works Department, 1790 Hembree Road, Alpharetta; both classes 7-8:30 p.m.

Cost: Free More info: nfmg.net

What: Whether your interest is fulltime organic farming or just producing healthy food in your backyard, Lynn Pugh’s Organic Growing course teaches the basics.

When: Course features online and on-farm components; Cane Creek also offers a monthly lunch-and-learn series beginning March 9 and continuing through October; 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Cane Creek Farm, 5110 Jekyll Road, Cumming More info: canecreekfarm.net

PUBLIC INPUT MEETING FOR RIVER PARKS MASTER PLAN

What: The city of Roswell will host the last in a series of public input meetings for the River Parks Master Plan.

When: Thursday, March 10, 7 p.m.

Where: Roswell River Landing, 245 Azalea Drive, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com/riverparks

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: SAWNEE ARTS CENTER GRAND OPENING

What: The grand opening of the new Sawnee Arts Center, which will feature a gallery of members’ fine art, a gift shop of unique handmade items and a studio for classes and workshops.

When: Thursday, March 3, 11 a.m.

Where: Sawnee Arts Center, 2202 Canton Highway, Suite 100, Cumming More info: sawneeart.org

“PETER AND THE STARCATCHER” IN ROSWELL

What: In this Georgia Ensemble Theatre prequel to “Peter Pan,” you will be hooked from the moment you let your imagination take flight. A dozen actors play more than 100 unforgettable characters in this swashbuckling adventure. Fun for the whole family.

When: Shows continue through March 13; times vary.

Where: GET, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: Get.org

What: What would you do if you opened your closet door and out popped a woman who claimed to be your soul mate? When it happens to Adam, he assumes Eve is part of a prank being pulled on him by his best friend, Mark.

An uplifting comedy, “Adam’s Eve” will touch both your heart and your funny bone.

When: Friday, March 4, 8 p.m. Shows continue through March 20, Fridays/ Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church Theater, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta More info: act1theater.com

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

YEA SATURDAY ARTS CLASSES

What: The Youth Ensemble of Atlanta will offer winter 2016 Saturday arts classes for youth 5-15 years old. Students will receive professional training in acting, dance and voice.

When: Beginning Saturday, March 5, and continuing through April 23, 9-11:50 a.m.

Where: Youth Ensemble of Atlanta, 9 Gammon Ave., Atlanta Cost: $160 More info: youthensemble.org

ATLANTA MUSIC WORKSHOP

What: The largest free Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints music workshop in the Southeast, with over 20 workshops and an entire day for primary music.

When: Saturday, March 5, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 500 Norcross St., Roswell More info: atlantamusicworkshop.org/ documents/2016-Workshop-Program. pdf

JOHNS CREEK ART CENTER BEADING AND BRACELETS CLASS What: Ketki Desai, a Johns Creek Art Center instructor, will teach the basics of beading. Each participant — adults and students 12 and older — will leave with a unique, handcrafted, beaded bracelet.

When: Saturday, March 12, 10:3011:30 a.m.

Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

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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

IRISH STEP DANCER AND BAGPIPER TO PERFORM

What: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early at One World Forsyth Celebrates Ireland with John Maschinot, founder of Atlanta’s The Celtic Company, a master of the Irish flute and the uilleann pipes, also known as Irish bagpipes.

When: Saturday, March 5, 11 a.m.

Where: Sharon Forks Library, 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Milton More info: 404-613-4402

ATLANTA FLUTE ENSEMBLE SPRING CONCERT

What: Spring music and light, classical music. All Ages.

When: Wednesday, March 9, 10:3011:30 a.m.

Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info: 770-360-8820

SPIRITUALITY

What: AmityCare will offer a class on spirituality.

When: Thursday, March 10, 2 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Milton More info: 404-613-4402

SAVVY IRA PLANNING FOR BABY BOOMERS

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What: Financial consultant Elbert McWilliams presents information regarding IRA planning for baby boomers.

When: Saturday, March 5. 10:30 a.m.noon Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info: 770-360-8820

What: Come support the library shopping at the Friends’ book sale. All ages.

Library porch and Friends Bookstore.

When: Saturday, March 5, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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

CHIP WADE’S ‘HOME IMPROVEMENT ON A BUDGET’

What: The Forsyth County Public Library will present “Home Improvement on a Budget” as Chip Wade, host of the Emmy Award-winning HGTV series “Elbow Room,” discusses the art of creating amazing living spaces with highlights from some of his favorite makeovers.

When: Tuesday, March 8, 7 p.m.

Where: The Forsyth Conference Center, 3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Cumming.

More info: forsythpl.org

ALPHARETTA LIBRARY BOOK CLUB What: “What Alice Forgot,” by Liane Moriarty.

When: Tuesday, March 8, 4:30 p.m.

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

RADON: THE SILENT KILLER

What: Suzanne Well, Reid Casey Team & Keller Williams Realty, will discuss radon and questions that should be asked.

When: Tuesday, March 8, 6:30 p.m.

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What: Nelson Elder Care Law Firm will hold a program on women and aging, which impacts a high percentage of our population.

Where: Thursday, March 10. 3 p.m.

More info: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Milton More info: 404-613-4402

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: GIBBS GARDENS OPENS WITH ACRES OF DAFFODILS

What: Gibbs Gardens opens for the 2016 season. Through mid-April, view the largest display of daffodils in the country. More than 50 acres of daffodils — 20+ million blossoms — create a panorama of sunbeam-yellow blossoms.

When: Special events throughout March Where: Gibbs Gardens, 1987 Gibbs Drive, Ball Ground More info: gibbsgardens.com

Tied up in history at Olde Rope Mill Park I’m usually wary of places with words like “Olde” in the name. Such spellings often signal that the destination is going to be a little bit on the hokey side.

But that’s not STEVE HUDSON the case at WoodGet Outside Georgia, Chattahoochee Media Group stock’s Olde Rope Mill Park.

Was there really a rope mill at Olde Rope Mill Park? Indeed there was.

In the mid 1840s, it was the site of a grist mill. However, by the 1870s, the facility was manufacturing rope. The dam and stone raceway provided water power to the mill, which remained in operation until 1949, when it was closed and dismantled to prepare for the formation of Lake Allatoona.

Visitors today find interpretive signs that explain the history of the site and impart an idea of what it was like when it was in operation.

The park is located near I-575 at the Ridgewalk Parkway exit (the same exit as the outlet mall). From Ridgewalk Parkway, follow Olde Rope Mill Park Road (just east of I-575) to its end. There are two parking areas (one on the left and one straight ahead), though after work and on weekends it’s not unusual to have to wait for a spot as both lots may be full.

Once you park, you’re ready for some exploring. Many visitors come to enjoy the hiking this park offers, following trails on both sides of the river which offer a good look at the site of the old rope mill. On the left side of the river as you’re facing downstream, a half-mile paved multiuse trail follows the river upstream, offering a great view of the remains of the old mill dam. Beyond the dam’s ruins the trail continues for a while, and benches along the way provide nice places to enjoy a break beside the river.

On river right, a more primitive and sometimes rocky dirt trail takes visitors through some of the old mill foundations before following the raceway upriver toward the dam. Be sure to watch small children along this trail, as the footing is tricky in a few spots. The trails on this side of the river are accessed via a pedestrian bridge which spans the river near the main parking area.

There’s more here than hiking, however. Off-road biking enthusiasts will enjoy the Taylor Randahl Mountain Bike Trails network, a project of the Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association. Offering 14 miles of trail, this network includes routes suitable for beginning and intermediate riders.

Hikers can also explore the bike trails, but remember that bicycles always have the right-of-way. Also note that most of the trails are directional (that is, cyclists ride in different directions depending on the day of the week) and hikers should walk in a direction that’s opposite the bikes’ direction of travel. A detailed bike trail map is available at sorbawoodstock.org/olderope-mill-park/.

Note that the bike trails may be closed on occasion due to weather or trail conditions.

Once you’ve explored the trails, there’s still plenty to do here. Fishing in the river can be good, and the park is a great starting point for canoeing and kayaking enthusiasts, too. You can even fish right from the large deck that overlooks the river near the pedestrian bridge. Riverside picnic areas provide great places for a midday meal, too, and there’s also a covered area (the Rock Pavilion) available for use on a first-come, first-served basis.

Olde Rope Mill Park is open daily from 7 a.m. till 11 p.m.

Steve Hudson has written numerous books on fishing, hiking, the outdoors and more. Check them out at www.chattahoocheemedia.com.

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Milton downed by Pebblebrook in Final Four Eagles unable to stop Pebblebrook in fourth quarter

By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com CARROLTON, Ga. — Milton’s first trip to the Final Four since their 2012 state championship run ended in disappointment as Pebblebrook ended Milton’s season with a 77-70 win in the state semifinals last Saturday at the University of West Georgia.

Milton reached the Final Four Feb. 25 with a 94-83 win over Campbell in which Campbell was unable to take advantage of Milton’s 22 turnovers.

Milton outscored Campbell 28-19 in the third quarter to extend their lead to 14 entering the fourth. Turnovers, which plagued Milton all game, began to cost them in fourth. Campbell compiled a 15-2 run that cut Milton’s lead to just 5 midway through the fourth.

After leading Campbell by 14 to open the quarter, Milton found themselves ahead by a single point with two minutes remaining. Campbell’s scoring would end there, as they were forced to foul, and Milton was able to use free throws to take the 94-83 win.

During Saturday’s semifinal game — against a talented team making their third straight Final Four appearance — Milton stayed with Pebblebrook, and led at many times. Midway through the third, however, Pebblebrook began to gain momentum, and would keep the lead the remainder of the game.

The Milton/Pebblebrook matchup featured two high-powered, talented and speedy offenses. After both offenses spent the first quarter sizing one another up, both teams upped the tempo in the second quarter.

A 3-point play from Pebblebrook gave the Falcons a 14-11 lead after the first. Then both offenses began to click.

Chris Lewis, coming off of a standout performance against Campbell, led

the Eagles in scoring with 19 points, adding five rebounds and four blocks.

Junior Kendrick Summerour scored 18 and Alex O’Connell, who led the Eagles in scoring against Campbell, was held to just 13 points.

Milton would find themselves down by 7 at halftime, but would open the third quarter with a 10-2 run to reclaim the lead. Pebblebrook then compiled a run of their own, 10-0, as the Falcons began to dominate the rebounding game, which they would continue for the remainder of the game.

Entering the fourth, Pebblebrook led 56-49, but two quick field goals and their offensive rebounding allowed the Falcons to open their lead to 62-51.

After the two teams exchanged points, Milton’s O’Connell hit a 3-pointer to give the Eagles momentum.

After an ensuing timeout by the Eagles and a defensive rebound, Milton turned the ball over, leading to a field goal for Pebblebrook and extending their lead to 11 with under three minutes remaining. Milton committed 12 turnovers in the game.

Pebblebrook began to work the clock in the final two minutes, playing keep-away, and went on to win, ending Milton’s season in the process.

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St. Francis Girls seek third title in four years Boys look for three-peat

By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com KENNESAW, Ga. — Both the boys and girls St. Francis teams will represent Class A for the second consecutive year after both teams beat familiar foes. The girls, who are seeking their third state title in four years, defeated Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy 62-38 in the semifinal while the boys defeated Whitefield Academy 81-58.

For the past five years, St. Francis and SACA have been two of the top teams in girls Class A play, and the two met with a spot in this season’s state championship last Saturday.

Combined, both St. Francis and SACA have been represented in the Class A state championship game for the past four seasons, with SACA claiming one title and three runners-up and St. Francis winning two state championships.

SACA defeated St. Francis in 2012 on their way to a state runner-up title.

St. Francis beat SACA in the 2013 state championship game. SACA defeated St. Francis in the semifinals in 2014 on their way to a state championship. And

last season, Maya Dodson’s game-winning shot with under three seconds beat SACA 47-45 in the state championship game.

Last Saturday, for the fifth year in a row, the two teams met in the playoffs, with St. Francis getting their second straight victory over the Warriors, 6238, in the state semifinals at Kennesaw State University and, in the process, punching their ticket to their third state championship appearance in the last four seasons.

With the win, the Lady Knights (301) have outscored their opponents by an incredible 129 points in three playoff games against First Presbyterian Day, Mount Paran and SACA. With Kasiyahna Kushkituah as well as Alexis and Yasmeen Ratliff on the bench for the Lady Knights due to injuries, the Lady Knights continued to roll against SACA, even with 10 turnovers and being outrebounded.

Junior Taja Cummings led the Lady Knights in scoring with 25 points, adding five rebounds and four steals.

Jala Jordan, the Lady Knights’ leading scorer for the year, scored 12 points with five rebounds and three blocks.

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Junior Taja Cummings led the Lady Knights in scoring with 25 points.

line throughout the game, shooting just 2-11, but still compiled 12 points, four rebounds and two blocks.

SACA was able to keep the game close through the first quarter. Though they struggled with just two field goals

in the quarter, multiple fouls against St. Francis put them at the line. Dodson earned two fouls early in the first.

At the end of the first, the Lady Knights held on to a 12-9 lead before their offense found a rhythm in the second.

The Lady Knights outscored SACA 13-3 in the second quarter with Cummings leading the way for the Knights’ offense with outside shots, layups and free throws. Cummings finished the game a perfect 10-10 from the freethrow line.

After the first half, Dodson had been held scoreless and Jordan was held to just 6 points. Without the Ratliffs and Kushkituah, all over 6-feet-tall, the Warriors came down with the majority of rebounds, not allowing St. Francis to run away with the game, as they have been so accustomed to doing in the second half this year.

Midway through the fourth quarter, SACA continued to fight, their tired legs and inability to give up fouls allowed St. Francis to further their lead and cruise to victory.

The Lady Knights will take on Greenforest in the state championship game this Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Macon Centreplex in Macon.

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By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com LAKE LANIER ISLANDS, Ga. – Every year, Special Olympics Georgia gets a boost in February from members of law enforcement agencies and other organizations who take part in the Polar Plunge at Lake Lanier Islands.

As the name suggests, officers, volunteers and others similarly inclined organizations agree to jump into the brrrisk waters of Lake Lanier in exchange for pledges for the Special Olympics.

On Feb. 20, a great time was had by all at the seventh annual Polar Plunge, especially the spectators who didn’t have to dry off. The nearly three-hour event had music, food and drink, and a costume contest before the plungers, having collected their dues from friends and neighbors, lined up in groups to make good on their pledges.

Each year, the athletes of Special Olympics Georgia are the real winners.

WSB-TV news covered the event and also fielded a team of plungers. The Knights of Columbus from St. Benedict Catholic Church in Johns Creek (“Knumb Knights”) were given the lead plunge in honor of raising the most money —$36,000-plus.

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Kids Who Care participated as a team. From left are Casey Smith, Alyssa Howard, Libby Seger, Hannah Hull and Wendy Whitfield. took the plunge. In all 256 plungers got goosebumps for the cause.

Best of all they raised $106,900 for Special Olympics Georgia services and the five year-round events it stages – Fall Games, Winter Games, Summer Games, Masters Bowling and Horse Events. That does not include county and area games staged by local chapters.

“That goes to help the 26,702 athletes we have in Georgia,” said Special Olympics Georgia Director of Program Services Matt Sheridan.

“Once again the Knumb Knights from Johns Creek raised the most money of any single group, around $36,000. They have really taken this cause to heart and run with it.”

The Polar Plunge is an event people seem to really enjoy, he said.

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Bulloch Hall hosts annual Quilt Show March 4-13 ROSWELL, Ga. —Bulloch Hall will host its 34th Annual Quilt Show March 4–13. Presented by the Bulloch Hall Quilt Guild, the show will feature approximately 200 quilts made by local artists in addition to special quilt exhibits by renowned artists from across the country.

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Webb Bridge teacher accused of videoing stepdaughter Secretly recorded her changing ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A former Webb Bridge Middle School teacher is suspected of secretly filming his stepdaughter as she changed in her room.

According to police, the 18-year-old stepdaughter of John Link Walsh, 43, of Wittenridge Court, Alpharetta, woke up Feb. 20 after falling asleep on a sofa.

She took a shower and went to her bedroom to change. As she was changing, she said she noticed a cell phone hidden on her bookshelf. She said the phone belonged to Walsh.

Checking the WALSH phone, she said she saw it was recording her getting changed in the room. She stopped

playback and watched the beginning of the video, which she said showed Walsh placing the phone on the bookshelf.

After seeing the video, the girl said she “freaked out” and deleted the video.

The police report said she was “scared and terrified” as she took the phone and went to a family friend’s house and called police.

The mother, interviewed later, said there was no reason the girl would have been under surveillance by her parents, and there was no explanation

why Walsh would be videoing her in her room.

The girl said Walsh frequently walked around the house naked when her mother was away.

Walsh was later found at his parents’ home and turned himself over to police Feb. 21 on charges of unlawful eavesdropping and surveillance. He is in Fulton County Jail with a $5,000 bond.

He has since resigned his position with Webb Bridge Middle School.

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Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to: Jobs@ AlpharettaPres.com

LEGAL SECRETARY

Litigation experience.

Alpharetta area. Flexible schedule.

Resumes: robballard@earthlink.net

TEACHERS WANTED for half day church preschool, Shakerag/ South Forsyth area.

Send resume to: preschooladmin@ johnscreekchristian.org

NOW HIRING Mammoth Detail Salon in Alpharetta and Roswell and soon in Norcross is offering part time work for responsible, hard working young men and women who are looking for a great work place experience. $50 on call shifts for part time workers.

Call 770-744-2191 to speak with a manager.

Sales Garage Sale Johns Creek/Alpharetta Hartridge (off Brumbelow Rd.), 3115 Hartridge Drive, 30022. Saturday 3/5, 9:00am-2:00pm.

Home décor, exercise equipment, mirrors, furniture, tools, whiskey barrel, glassware, kitchen items and more!

Roswell Presbyterian Church’s PW Flea & Thee, Glorified Garage & Bake Sale and BBQ, Saturday 3/5, 8am–4pm.

Lots of fabulous finds, baked goods & lunch.

755 Mimosa Blvd 30075, 770-993-6316, www. roswellpres.org/events

Moving Sale ALPHARETTA Enclave At Breckenridge, 8955 Brockham Way 30022. Saturday 3/5, Sunday 3/6, 8am-2pm.

Something for everyone!

Furniture, clothing, bikes, Green Egg, exercise equipment, household items

*Some Restrictions Moving Sale JOHNS CREEK River Ridge Subdivision, 8770 Niblick Drive 30022. Friday 3/4 and Saturday 3/5, 9am-3pm.

Downsizing! Furniture and household items, mens’ clothes, 45-bottle wine rack, golf art, etc.

Yard Sale ALPHARETTA 40 Wills Drive. Friday 3/4, Saturday 3/5, 8am-3pm.

Furniture, Appliances

Bargains Antiques European wardrobe/ armoire, single door, beveled mirror, 84”hX 21”dX37”w. $600. Photos.

678-549-6057.

Building Supplies VELUX SKYLIGHTS, used. (Eight, 21”x44”, two miscellaneous sizes). $475/all. 770-992-6848 leave message

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MAIN CLASSIFIEDS continued from page 37 Building Supplies 1000 Gallon Diesel/ Solvent tank, $1500.00 Call Tom 770.778.6015

Cemetery Roswell-Greenlawn.

Garden of Prayer overlooking lake with fountain.

4 plots. ivypaigereeder@gmail. com for more info and photos

ARLINGTON

2 premium spaces, prestigious Pine Hill. #184-C, 3 & 4. Valued at $17,000, sacrifice $7000/ both. 770-886-6988

Collectibles MODEL CAR COLLECTION: 100+ cars including die-cast and plastic. $500/obo. Photos available. 404-291-3729

Furniture DINING SET, cherry: Table, China cabinet, server, chairs. $700/obo.

770-568-1344

Garden/Lawn DRIFTWOOD: For decorating and/or projects. $350/all! Text for pix: 678468-8687

Medical Equipment HOSPITAL BED: Electronic controls with deluxe mattress. Bought new, used less than 2 weeks. $750. Originally $2000. 404-735-7250

Office/Business Equip/Supplies Cherry conference room table (8’x4’), 6 chairs. $500; Executive cherry desk $300; 3 side chairs, cherry frame, dark green fabric $150; 2 reception fabric chairs $80 Mint!

770-992-7875

Recreation Nordic Track Walk Fit 5000: Non-electric, no batteries. $100. 770-9930835 GOLF CLUBS: Ladies’ complete set, Lynx irons, graphite woods, ball retriever, wood covers, new bag $325. 770-7409757 GOLF MEMORABILIA: Club Logo; balls and towels, etc. $295. 404583-2078 POOL TABLE, 4x8, 4 chairs, cues, rack, 2 more tables. $2000. 404-9347307 Pool Table, 8’. Balls, racks, cue stand, sticks. Slate base, Dark cherry, leather ball pockets. $850. 770617-5943

PIANO, Baby Grand: Elegant case, matching bench; warm, rich tone.

Sacrifice $1650 obo.

678-445-3654

CUMMING Perfect homesite lot for sale 1.75 clear level acres, Hawkins Drive.

Private dead-end street surrounded by nice homes. Michele Williams 770-722-1303, office 770-667-0800, www.

NegrelliRealtyGA.com

Commercial Space for Lease

537 Lake Center Parkway for lease 1200-3600 SF space available in beautiful brick building.

Easy access to Highway 9 and Market Center Blvd in Cumming. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404660-2919 cell, www.

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Commercial Space for Sale

Home for Sale

4405 Newhall, Cumming, WESTBROOK – REDUCED $599,900 – 6 bedrooms/5 baths, unfinished basement, room/bath above garage, fenced yard, 3 car, movein ready, call Cindy Komar, Keller Williams, 678.341.7400-office or cell 770.235.9032

6870 Rocking Horse Lane, Cumming. Offered at $365,000. 5 bed/4 bath like-new home on unfinished basement. Bed and full bath on the main level. Private fenced-in backyard. West Forsyth High. Call Katy Gillis, Keller Williams, 678-3417400 Office or Cell 678860-2220.

Wanted to Buy Vintage Barbie, Midge, Francie, Skipper dolls, clothing and accessories.

(Local). Cell 214-8838215

Real Estate Acreage/Lots

Musical Instruments CELLO, 7/8 Doetsch, Pernambuco bow, Hiscox hard sided case $2400.

770-753-0787

Acreage/Lots

1.98 acre Residential Lot off of E. Cherokee Dr./ Murphy Dr. (secluded drive) in Cherokee County.

Wooded with mature hardwoods, sloped lot. All utilities at road. $50,000 Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com

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2376 Bethelview Road, 1.07 acre commercial in CBD zoning across from Kroger at Bethelview Rd & GA Hwy 20 intersection.

Owner Agent, asking $549,000. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404660-2919 cell, www.

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Home for Sale

8530 Abingdon Lane, Duluth. $1,158,000. Brick home on level creek lot.

HUGE master retreat with fireplace, sitting area, luxury spa bath and custom closet. Finished terrace level, theater, and wine cellar. Call Tanya Pynn, Keller Williams-678-341-7400 Office or Cell 770-6308097.

6495 Brookline Ct, Cumming, POLO – REDUCED $394,000 – 5 bedroom/3.5 baths, finished basement, major upgrades, move-in-ready, call Cindy Komar, Keller W i l l i a m s , 678.341.7400-office or cell 770.235.9032

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY FEB 28 1-3 PM 2515 Punch Hammond Rd Cumming Ga 30040.

Beautiful 4 sided brick home on a large corner lot. Everything has been renovated from the studs up. NEW HVAC, NEW Plumbing, NEW cabinets, NEW appliances, NEW roof, NEW gutters, NEW Deck, NEW well pump, granite counter tops, stunning open floor plan, fantastic mud room, stellar walk in pantry, spacious bedrooms, Will not disappoint!! Show and sell!! $219,900 Kelly Gillian KWCP 678-3417400 office, 770-654-0447 cell Kgillian@tds.net

Home for Sale

115 Founders Cove Johns Creek, Newly updated Weiland 4BR/2.5BA culdesac home in desirable Haynes Landing.

Brick front, granite countertops in kitchen, freshly painted inside & out, new roof, built-in bookcases, 5th rm in bsmt can be separate apt. Extra storage building, oversized garage. Excellent schools.

Walk to Newtown Pk. $309,900 Call Christy S c a l l y, Keller Williams 678-3417400 office, 404-6602919 cell, www.

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Office Space for Rent

Main Street Commons Office Condo Park, Heart Of Downtown Alpharetta. Single Story Office Condo 1104 SF, 3 Offices, Reception Area, Conference & Break Rooms, Storage Closet, very nice finishes. $1385/ month. 1020 Powers Place.

Linda.Ekes@ccgatl.com

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