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Residents divided on Sharon Springs A resident signs up for the opposing Sharon Springs volunteer group during the open mic town hall Feb. 27. Residents of Forsyth County came in droves to voice their opinions on the proposed city of Sharon Springs. Read more, Page 4.

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By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A Forsyth Central High School senior died Feb. 28 after a single-vehicle accident on Ga. 400. Haley Marie Wood, 18, of Cumming, was pronounced dead at 6:43 a.m. after the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office and Fire Department were dispatched to the crash on Ga.

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Veterinarian employee accused of stealing meds FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — An employee of a local veterinary office was arrested recently after she was found to reportedly have stolen medication. The clinic owner said she was informed 177 pills of Tramadol were missing during a count of the medication. Doctors ran reports to see if they had been prescribed, but not documented, but they couldn’t rectify the discrepancy. A second count was performed a few days later and the same shortage was found. One of the employees reportedly said she “wanted everyone to stop talking about the situation,” according to an incident report. Later that day, the 22-year-old employee went to pay for her own dog’s medicine and vaccinations. An invoice for the missing pills was then found under the employee’s account. The employee was asked if she took the pills, but denied it. She then said that said out of concern for the missing funds, she paid for it out of the “goodness of her heart.” While talking to a deputy, the employee said she did take a few of the

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400 northbound just north of Majors Road. So far, the investigation has determined a black 2016 Honda Civic sedan, driven by Wood, was traveling north on Ga. 400 in the right lane approaching the Majors Road bridge. The driver lost control, struck the concrete median wall causing it to travel back across three lanes, then off the roadway where it struck a tree. The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the Traffic Specialist Unit.

pills but not 177. She said she did not know how many she took. She said she paid for them, so she thought it was fine because it was on record. She said she “didn’t know” what she was getting the pills for, but she said she took two that day for her sore back. She was arrested for obtaining possession of a controlled substance by misrepresentation, fraud, forgery, deception, subterfuge or theft.

Angry driver points gun during road altercation FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A 25-yearold Dahlonega man was arrested for two counts of simple assault recently after he got angry while driving and pulled out a gun. A couple was pulling out of a driveway on Hutchinson Road when they thought the lane was clear. When they pulled out, a pickup truck reportedly came flying by them. The truck driver was flashing the lights and blowing his horn before he “break checked” the couple and flipped them off. When they got to a red light on Old Atlanta Road, the couple said the driver reportedly got out of his truck with a revolver in his hand and began walking toward them. The couple then sped away but the suspect followed. A deputy was at the next traffic light and pulled over the suspect, who denied having any knowledge of the incident. He was given a DUI test which and it was positive for alcohol. He was

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arrested for two counts of simple assault, one for each victim. The revolver was found in his possession with five rounds of ammunition in the gun and three rounds on the suspect.

Lotto ticket dispute results in alleged assault FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A man was arrested for battery after he became enraged believing he was shorted money from a lottery ticket. Two female clerks at a local gas station said the 37-year-old man entered the store upset over a lottery winning because he thought he was shorted $25. He reportedly contacted the business the previous day and said he was going to return to dispute the payment. When he arrived, he refused to accept that he had not been shorted and he “refused to believe the video surveillance from the prior day when shown,” according to an incident report. He began to yell, destroy the counter top fixtures and pushed over the lottery computer which is valued at $18,000. The machine was undamaged. He pushed fixtures off the counter, striking one of the clerks and breaking objects. Another clerk called 911, but the man reportedly lunged at her. He eventually left and was located a short time later by deputies. He was taken into custody for simple battery, simple assault and criminal trespass.

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Got Allergies?

Springtime Q & A with Dr. Thomas Chacko Rated one of the Top Allergists in Atlanta and selected for the cover of Atlanta Top Doctor Magazine, Dr. Thomas Chacko is Atlanta’s expert in Allergies and Asthma. With recent speaking opportunities on CNN, HLN, WebMD, and Fox News, Dr. Chacko is sought after nationally for his expertise in all areas of adult and pediatric allergy and immunology. These days though, Dr. Chacko is extremely busy with Atlanta’s exceptionally high spring pollen counts. Here are some Q and As to learn both about Dr. Chacko as well as treatment for springtime allergies.

Where did you grow up?

I grew up in Queens, N.Y. My parents still reside in Bayside Queens—where I grew up. I only left home to attend college at Penn State University and then medical school at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia.

When did you discover medicine and decide to make it your career?

My mother is a pediatrician, and I always admired how much she enjoyed her work. That led me to medicine. I knew at a pretty young age that I wanted to be a doctor, likely around 9th grade or so.

How did you discover allergy medicine and decide that it was the right specialty for you?

In my first year of residency at NYU, a fellow resident told me to check out the field of Allergy/Immunology. I learned I get to take care of both children and adults as well as get to know families (as allergies tend to be hereditary). I did a few rotations and really fell in love with the field. To this day, I’m very happy I chose this path and hope to practice as long as I can.

Do you have a mentor or someone who has been instrumental in your career?

Again, It would be my mother. She loved what she did and it was also how she provided for our family.

Will you tell us a little bit about your family?

My wife is a high school teacher. She taught at both Miton and Cambridge and now works partime in my practice. I have 3 children, Christina, 10 years old; Jaya, 8; and TJ, 7. We live in the area, a community called Harrington Falls in Alpharetta. All 3 children attend Alpharetta Elementary (Go Eagles – both AES Eagles and Superbowl champs – Philadelphia Eagles – my wife is a hardcore Philly fan).

What can we do to help treat these springtime allergies?

I would recommend you watch the pollen counts to help gage what the environment would be like. I would try to minimize exposure , possible by driving with the windows up as well as keeping the windows closed at home. Saline rinses are also a natural way to help clear your sinuses of pollen and mucus. Also there are good over the counter medications such as the antihistamine and nasal steroid sprays.

Then, you should likely go see an allergist. There are many other treatments, such as immunotherapy than can desensitize to the pollen. Most of my patients who are on allergy shots are doing much better with the spring pollens.

Any other tips?

Don’t let your spring be miserable. See your doctor and get on the proper treatment to enjoy the springtime.

What if none of this is working and still miserable in the spring?

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Town hall gives residents place to voice opinions By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — If the recent town hall was any indication, founding the new city of Sharon Springs will remain a hot-button issue for some time. The open mic forum, held Feb. 27 at Lanier Technical Conference Center drew a capacity crowd of citizens expressing concern, support and questions to neighbors and county officials. The topic was timely now that legislation in support of a referendum to incorporate the city is moving through the Capitol. Last March, House Bill 626, which sought to allow for incorporation of Forsyth County’s second city, was introduced to the Georgia House of Representatives by District 25 State Rep. Todd Jones, whose district includes south Forsyth. After Crossover Day on Feb. 28, Jones said the bill is now in the Senate and he’s waiting for a committee date. The bill would provide multiple things, including a charter, referendum, prior ordinances and rules, pending matters and existing personnel, penalties, definitions and construction. If passed, the new city would represent a significant portion of south Forsyth County, approximately 30 percent of the county population. If the legislation passes and is signed into law, a referendum regarding the incorporation of Sharon Springs would be placed on the 2018 general primary ballot in May. Only registered voters within the proposed boundaries of Sharon Springs would have the opportunity to vote on the referendum. A prior bill was introduced in 2015, but was later deemed “unconstitutional” by the delegation. Since then, residents have been voicing their concerns and their appraisals on the proposed city and had a chance to do so in public at the town

Watch the live stream To view a live stream from the town hall, visit: http://bit.ly/2F3QcOY hall. Some were worried they may lose benefits offered by the county, while others said the new city could increase property taxes, particularly on those within the city who would be paying taxes for duplicate services from the county. Georgia law, however, requires cities and counties agree on a Service Delivery Strategy to guard against such duplicated services and against taxing city residents twice for the same service. Proponents of the city say they believe local control will help plan for the the population boom, especially in schools, improve infrastructure and give residents more accountability. Brian Francis, who has lived in south Forsyth for 15 years and serves on the Sharon Springs Alliance, said Forsyth County ranks among the top 300 in population in the United States. Yet, Forsyth has only one city, he said. The Sharon Springs Alliance studies the impact the proposed city would have on the county and its residents. “Every county that’s larger than us have an average of 16 municipalities,” Francis said. “So what is so special about Cumming and Forsyth County that there can only be one city within this county? Sharon Springs pays about 40 percent of property taxes to Forsyth County, yet we’re only 25 percent of the people.” Francis said many residents are keenly aware of their standing with county when compared to commercial property owners. The tax base in the county, and especially in the Sharon Springs area, he said, is “very skewed as commercial because it pays the

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Citizens inspect a map showing the borders of the proposed city of Sharon Springs. highest taxes, doesn’t have a burden on the schools and has a minimal impact on traffic as opposed to residential,” he said. He also said Cumming receives a proportionately large share of the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax even though it is home to 3 percent of the county’s population. He also said the Sharon Springs area receives less than its share of impact fees. Opponents to incorporation say they don’t want “another layer of government,” are worried about increased taxes and don’t want to leave the benefits offered by Forsyth County. Michele Spence, a 30-year Forsyth County resident, said he’s seen a lot of change over the years, some of it not so positive. She said while she opposes the creation of the city, she found a number of people in the area who didn’t know or understand the legislation. To get the word out, she created a website Opposing Sharon Springs where she posts multiple documents related to the creation of the city. “I ask citizens to educate them-

selves,” Spence said. “The bill that currently sits in the Senate is not limited to three services. It allows the creation of a full-blown city, like Sandy Springs, Alpharetta or Johns Creek. Don’t listen to other members of the community, rhetoric, propaganda or ads that play on emotions. Read the documents and learn. Learn the truth so when you go to the ballot booth you’ll be making an education decision based on research and education and not based on stories or fabrication.” After about 50 people spoke at the town hall, Jones spoke and said if the bill moves on and if it ends up passing or failing, the community needs to remember they’re neighbors. “This is not a simple issue,” Jones said. “Both the pro and con sides have viable issues. We’re all old enough to know, everything is in the gray. It’s always been about what can we do to ensure we won’t tear ourselves apart. If this goes to a referendum on May 22, after the polls close we are still Forsythians, whether it passes or not. You have an obligation to go to the other side and talk about the viable issues.’

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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Two local entities have united to form a School Safety Task Force. The Forsyth County School System and the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office began work on the task force after the Feb. 14 Parkland, Florida school shooting. The task force will be led by Maj. Joe Perkins of the Sheriff’s Office and will include additional deputies, staff from Forsyth County Schools, representatives from the Forsyth County Fire Department and Emergency Management Agency. The task force will be limited to people who have been trained in crisis response and are local experts. Over the next several weeks, the task force will complete a review of existing policies and conduct physical surveys of all Forsyth County public school campuses. They will also engage the community on ideas and concerns as they review security needs. At the end of the assessment, the task force will prepare a report of their findings and what potential safety improvements can be made. The report will be presented to both Sheriff Ron Freeman and School Superintendent Jeff Bearden in April. “We’re all one community and our most precious resource is our children,” Bearden said. “We serve 48,000 of them. It’s critically important we communicate and are on the same page.” Bearden said his staff is in communication with the Sheriff’s Office frequently, often multiple times throughout the day depending on the need. “Intervention and prevention is where we need to be,” Freeman said. “How do we stop these things long before somebody shows up to do violence at a school? I am responsible for the safety of every citizen in this county. That doubly goes for our children. It’s one of my constitutional duties and one of our solemn duties as deputies in this county to keep our whole community safe with our schools being such a vital part of that.” There are currently 28 school resource officers throughout the district, many high resolution cameras in the

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schools and stateof-the-art surveillance equipment. Additionally, Forsyth Schools has a school safety team in place. Bearden said security on campus has picked up and they take all threats seriously with the Sheriff’s Office inves-

tigating. “When something happens like it did a few weeks ago, it causes you to take a step back and say, ‘what else can we be doing?’” Bearden said. “We will take that information and put a plan in place to make our schools even more secure than we are now.” Some of the potential changes may not cost anything and could be implemented quickly, such as updating the procedures and policies, Bearden said. Others may cost some money and time, such as new equipment or staff. This May, there is a special election planned, and a school bond will be presented to voters. Funds for safety will be part of the bond, Bearden said. But if the committee comes back needing more money than was already earmarked, he said they may have to reevaluate the bond list. “Safety is our No. 1 priority,” Bearden said. “The relationship Forsyth County Schools has with the Sheriff’s Office, Fire Department, first responders and Emergency Management is second to none. They’re always available and helpful. Our community should be proud of that.” Both Bearden and Freeman said the most effective tool for school security is communication and awareness of what’s going on in schools. “If we can’t put our children’s safety, protection, health and welfare first, then why are we even here and doing what we’re doing?” Freeman said. “It has to be at the top of our priority list. There isn’t anything that means more than our kids and bringing them up in a positive environment.” They stress the “see something, say something” mentality and urge those with concerns to contact Campus Crime Stoppers, visit forsyth.k12.ga.us/ Page/635 or call the hotline at 770-2054625 to make an anonymous report.

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Michael Williams, a conservative candidate for governor, is quick to point out that he was the first elected official in the state to publicly endorse Donald Trump. And for the past 18 JOE PARKER months, he hasn’t Reporter joe@appenmediagroup.com so much ridden on the coattails of President Trump as much as clawed to his leg, begging for validation. So when Trump recently suggested that he would push for the ban of bump stocks following the Marjory Stoneman Douglass High shooting, Williams, who normally heralds everything the president says, fell silent. This is probably because following the Las Vegas massacre last October, Williams campaigned through his website that he would give away a bump stock to protest a drive to outlaw the devices. “There is zero evidence that banning bump stocks would prevent any gun violence deaths,” Williams said in an Oct. 16, 2017 press release. “Georgia’s gun owners deserve a governor who will stand with them when liberals and Hollywood elites attack our fundamental rights. That’s why I am standing for the Second Amendment and giving away a bump stock as a show of support.” Oops. By Williams’ argument, Trump’s call for the ban on bump stocks is not only an attack on fundamental rights led by the left, it would also do nothing to deter mass shootings. That is probably not something you want on your resume when you are trying to be the president’s poster boy. Williams, like his political idol, has campaigned on a strategy of inciting voters and playing to the fact he is not a career politician. But what could be more political than going quiet on a stance that you once held so strongly when party leaders come out in opposition? And what could be more political than a little hypocrisy? Around the Super Bowl, a release from Williams stated he is “done with the NFL” resulting from “watching the disgraceful kneeling antics of players during the National Anthem.” He went on to say that players who kneel are “overpaid crybabies” that, without NFL patronage, “would be nobodys (sic) that couldn’t qualify to be garbage men.” Williams was quick to call out these

By Williams’ argument, Trump’s call for the ban on bump stocks is not only an attack on fundamental rights led by the left, it would also do nothing to deter mass shootings. That is probably not something you want on your resume when you are trying to be the president’s poster boy. athletes for exercising their right to free speech, but just a few months before had cried foul over his own protest and First Amendment rights. When a Cherokee County teacher removed two students from class for wearing “Make America Great Again” shirts, Williams called for her to be canned. When the school board retained the teacher, he staged a protest in front of the high school, even after the Cherokee County School District said that the event could create safety concerns. The gubernatorial candidate and his supporters showed up anyway. In a press release regarding the school district’s challenge, Williams said: “The First Amendment will not be destroyed in Georgia!” So free speech is fine for Williams. Unless the challenge runs counter to the candidate’s own views. Again, what could be more political than that? If Williams wants to go to bat for Trump at every turn, I say by all means. But if you want to campaign as a non-politician, have the courage to go against your party.

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Appen announces cruise winner Expedia CruiseShipCenter sponsors giveaway By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — For years, Frank and Renee Sarrantonio, of Alpharetta, had been planning a trip, but they could never decide what to do. Now, thanks to Expedia CruiseShipCenters and the annual Appen Media Cruise Giveaway, they can have the vacation of their dreams. Each week from Jan. 18 to Feb. 22, the papers of Appen Media Group – the Alpharetta-Roswell Herald, Milton Herald, Johns Creek Herald and Forsyth Herald – featured the Expedia CruiseShipCenter’s logo hidden somewhere on the printed pages. Readers, including the Sarrantonios, found the logo and entered to win by describing exactly where the logo could be found that week and entering the information on northfulton.com. Then in late February, the Sarrantonios were randomly chosen from the more than 2,800 entries. “I was surprised,” Renee said. “I was very adamant on entering. I even had an alarm set on my phone. In the beginning, it was hard to find the logo. Then I got it down. I was shocked because I just said we’d never won anything but I was still going to do it.” The Sarrantonios received $2,000 to put toward any cruise of their choice. Staff from the Expedia

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Frank and Renee Sarrantonio joined Cumming franchise owner Sharon Hickman, left, and Alpharetta franchise owner Vince Bonafonti, second from left, of Expedia CruiseShipCenters, to select the cruise of their choice. CruiseShipCenter will help them plan the trip of their dreams, which they’re hoping to go on within the next few months. “We’ve been married 35 years,” Renee said. “We went on a cruise for our 25th anniversary. On my 55th birthday last May, he surprised me saying we could go anywhere I wanted, but I never picked somewhere. I wasn’t sure where to go. It was meant to be that we hadn’t booked anything.” Now, they’re thinking of taking an all-inclusive cruise. Being chosen for the giveaway helped make their decision to sail to the southern Caribbean.

Alpharetta franchise owner Vince Bonfanti, located at 10945 State Bridge Road, Suite 105, said his staff will help the couple figure everything out. “We’re experts and we’ve been there,” Bonfanti said. “We have people in our offices who have been on all the ships. We typically get invited by the cruise lines to take cruises, and we love to cruise anyway. We go and visit all the locations. In our offices, someone here has been there and can tell you about it.” The CruiseShipCenter represents 24 different cruise lines, some with as many as 24 different ships and 40 stateroom categories. “There is a lot of information and options,” Bonfanti said. “That’s just the ships. Then there is the itinerary. Our job is to help the customer make the right choice. We help people wade and navigate through the information. It helps to let us do the work for you and ultimately we’ll help you make a better decision.” Three CruiseShipCenters are sponsoring the giveaway, including the Alpharetta location, Roswell location at 725 West Crossville Road and the Cumming location at 521 Lakeland Plaza. They can be found online at cruiseshipcenters. com/Alpharetta. The Expedia CruiseShipCenter will be at the third annual Travel & 55+ Lifestyle Expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 24 at The Metropolitan Club, 5895 Windward Parkway. It’s a free event, but registration is encouraged. To register, visit http://bit.ly/2GYDamq.

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‘Wicked’ author speaks to fans at Forsyth Reads Together FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Gregory Maguire, author of “Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West,” will visit Forsyth County to speak and sign books for fans at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 8 at the Forsyth Conference Center, 3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd. Admission is free, but advance registration is requested. An Evening with Gregory Maguire is sponsored by Forsyth County Public Library, FCPL Friends and Advocates, The Forsyth County Arts Alliance Fund at the Forsyth County Community Foundation, and BookLogix and is part of Forsyth Reads Together, a countywide program that encourages the whole community to read, discuss, and participate in programs associated with a selected book. Copies of “Wicked” may be borrowed from the library. Barnes & Noble will also be on-site during the event to offer copies of Maguire’s books for sale. Maguire will sign books following his author talk. Inspired by the untold backstory of the Wicked Witch of the West in L. Frank Baum’s “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” this fantasy novel for adults profiles the green-skinned Elphaba as an animal rights activist striving to avenge her sister’s death, not simply an evil villain. In a reimagined Oz where animals talk and strive to be treated like firstclass citizens, Munchkinlanders seek the comfort of middle-class stability, and the Tin Man becomes a victim of domestic violence, readers will find much to discuss on themes of religion, politics, societal norms, and economics. Readers will gather to discuss the book at the Cumming Library at 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 1. After Mr. Maguire’s visit, readers can discuss the book and share their thoughts on his author talk at the Sharon Forks Library at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 28. Younger readers are invited to participate in this year’s program by attending the Forsyth Reads Together Celebration from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 1 in the Forsyth Central High School cafeteria. This family-friendly event is a joint effort between Forsyth County Schools, Humane Society of Forsyth County, Makerspace Forsyth, and Forsyth County Public Library. For more information on Forsyth Reads Together, or to register, visit forsythpl.org.

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North Forsyth volunteer works to honor those on the Vietnam Wall FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Her name is Teresa Ford, a single mom of five who home schools, works two jobs and still finds time to volunteer to honor those who fell in the Vietnam War. About two years ago, Ford began working on a project called “Wall of Faces.” It is an initiative instituted by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Foundation, the organization which built the Vietnam Wall in Washington, D.C. Its aim is to have at least one photo of every individual whose name is engraved on the wall. Surprisingly, of the 58,318 of the names listed on the black granite, the photos of around 4,000 are still missing with 381 of them from Georgia and Ford wants to help find a photo for every one of them. She has helped find three photos, two of men from Rabun County and one from Muscogee County, but she hit a wall when trying to find a photo of Sgt. Charlie Gazaway of Cumming, killed in Vietnam in 1971. After contacting the Cumming Chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America she got a break and was put in touch with the Sgt. Gazaway’s sister, Marsha Gazaway. She still resides in Cumming and was able to provide a photo. Speaking to the February general membership meeting of the Cumming Vietnam Veterans group, she told of her dedication to the effort. According to the Habersham County native, “We just have to make sure that every name of the Wall has a face and they are never forgotten.” She urges individuals who might know one of the fallen on the wall to

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Marsha Gazaway, left, poses with “Wall of Faces” volunteer Teresa Ford.

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Sgt. Charlie Gazaway was killed in Vietnam in March of 1971 and thanks to Teresa Ford’s efforts, his photo is now on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Foundation Wall of Faces.

check the website, vvmf.org, to see if a photo is there. If not and if they have a photo they can add it to the collection to honor their sacrifice.

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West Forsyth High parapro finds it easy to bond with students By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — For mother of three and West Forsyth High paraprofessional Kim Schelgel, connecting to her students comes naturally. In the 11 years since the school opened, Schelgel has roamed the halls and taught thousands of students. As a paraprofessional, Schelgel doesn’t stick to one grade or subject, instead she’s taught everything from English to history to science throughout the years. “I’m basically the helper in the classroom,” she said. “I’m their instructional support system. I coteach as a team teacher.” Her family moved to Georgia 13 years ago from Pennsylvania where she worked at a pediatrician’s office for 19 years. When her sons got older and her daughter turned 2, Schelgel became a stay-at-home mom. After they moved to Forsyth County, she began volunteering in the Forsyth County School System and was substitute teaching. When her son was about to start high school, he learned he was to attend a different school than West Forsyth, where all his friends were going. She visited the principal to get a transfer form and jokingly asked if she could get a job at the school. That sparked an interest in the principal who said he loved her spunk and told her to send in her resume. From there, she

found her new calling. “It was by the grace of God,” Schelgel said. “It was by chance. I’ve always loved children. I’ve always worked with pediatrics. I was a nanny before that, and I was very fond of that.” Switching from the pediatric world to high school wasn’t too difficult Schelgel said because she had kids the same age, all who graduated from West Forsyth. “I knew what students go through and their anxiety issues,” she said. “I really do love it. At first, I told them I was here for fun. I was here to have a good time because at that point I didn’t want to go back to work but I did it for my children. It’s worth it to make a difference in one child’s life.” That impact is one aspect of her job she values, because her parents both died before she graduated from high school. “You never had support at the school I went to,” Schelgel said. “I never felt that love or nurture. No adult ever said ‘I’m sorry.’ I vowed I would never have a child feel that way or feel like they don’t have anyone to come to for help. This is true for every student I come across. There are some that fill your heart and you feel drawn to them.” She said she’s always told her children and students there is no struggle or mistake they can’t overcome and learn from. “Mistakes are OK, but you have to not make the same one,” she said. “You have to go on. If you can make one difference in a child’s life, it’s all worth it.”

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Citizens speak out against Eagle Point Landfill expansion By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Commission will continue discussions on the proposed expansion of the Clean Eagle Landfill where plans call for a recycling plant. At their March 1 meeting, commissioners said the rezoning of the 10 acres for the plant along Old Federal Road will be taken up again this week. Last September, Clean Eagle attorney Christopher Light wrote to nearby neighbors the purpose of the recycling facility would be to collect the “existing methane gas emitted from the adjacent landfill and refine it to produce a usable natural gas for consumer use.” Multiple members of the public spoke against the rezoning, including Brenda Henderson who lives across from the landfill. One of her concerns was the creation of an emergency action plan in case a fire or similar crisis were to occur at the plant. “I’m told the gas comes from the landfill as long as it’s operational,” she said. “Will the plant close before all the gas is extracted? Will the landfill be required to keep an operating system to send the gas to the plant? Based on the information we’ve received from state and federal agencies, there is a possibility we found major problems.” Those problems include operation hours and the possibility Advanced Disposal, which owns and operates the landfill, may withdraw its application. Advance Disposal entered into a memorandum of understand with the county in December to give the

There will be multiple check valves in the system to keep gas from flowing from Atlanta Gas and Light to the plan.” TIM KEESLING P.E. for Enerdyne Power Systems, Inc.

county more access to the landfill to police its operations. Other residents speaking at the meeting voiced similar concerns about the expansion, arguing they had not been given enough prior notice of meetings related to the expansion. The applicants held a public participation meeting in February 2017. Also during the meeting, Enerdyne Power Systems, Inc, which the county hired to create a review on the proposed expansion, gave an update on their findings. William Brinker, vice president and managing director of Enerdyne, said they were hired as a third party to give a peer review to the other business’

project and have been evaluating the proposal since mid-January. Tim Keesling, P.E. for Enerdyne, summarized the findings, saying that before the final design is complete, the process will go through a failure mode and effects analysis where possible failures are simulated andevaluated. This information is used to determine how the plant’s programmable logic and trained operators would handle the failure, he said. “The facility will have ‘fail-safe’ valves that will close in the event of a system or communication failure,” he said. “They have a thorough plan. The preliminary facility design includes methane detection equipment and an associated program that will be designed to comply with the National Fire Protection Association guidelines.” Atlanta Gas and Light will be installing the pipeline from Clean Eagle to the selected Atlanta Gas and Light system pipeline, he said. Therefore, the pipeline design, construction, installation and maintenance will be handled by a third party. “There will be multiple check valves in the system to keep gas from flowing from Atlanta Gas and Light to the plant,” Keesling said. “This is both a safety and a commercial necessity. The most likely Forsyth County Fire Station to respond to an emergency would be Station 3. The distance is approximately 4.3 miles with a travel time in light traffic of six to nine minutes.” Additionally, he said the facility would be surrounded by a chain link fence and kept locked and secured at all times with 24-hour surveillance.

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Commissioner on opioid crisis: ‘There is hope’ Official seeks to fight deadly draw of drugs By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Zachary “Zack” Elliot was 21 years old when he disappeared overnight from his in-laws’ house in Newnan. Zack, whose family had a history of alcoholism, had willingly undergone months of treatment for opioid addiction prior to his sudden disappearance. He had a stable job, went to AA meetings every day and seemed to be on the right track. “He was doing everything he was supposed to be doing,” his mother Robin said. But on April 30, 2011, Zack relapsed — he drove off into Atlanta at night and called a heroin dealer. “I started praying,” Robin said after Zack’s family couldn’t locate him. “Just please let my son be in jail. Because I thought, those were the only two options. “But at 3 p.m. that afternoon, I got the call that they had found his body in the back seat of his grandparent’s car.

He had overdosed on heroin.” Zack had traveled to “The Bluff,” a neighborhood located southwest of Georgia Tech, which has been labeled “The Heroin Capitol of the Southeast.” But the opioid problem is not isolated to that small section of Atlanta. The city’s northern suburbs, including Alpharetta and Johns Creek, have seen sharp spikes in opioid-related deaths in recent years. So much so that portions of North Fulton, Cobb, DeKalb and Gwinnett counties have since become known as the “heroin triangle.” Zack’s story has become a familiar one to many families living in the affluent suburbs. On March 4, dozens of these community members met at Christ the Shepherd Lutheran Church in Alpharetta to hear Robin and County Commissioner Bob Ellis speak about the rising opioid crisis in North Fulton. “The numbers are staggering, and they have not gotten any better,” Ellis said. “The death rate in Fulton County alone is about double the national average.” The opioid crisis encompasses three types of drugs: prescription pain killers, heroin and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl and carfentanil. And while there is no one “silver bullet” solution,

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can’t tell the difference. Overdoses from fentanyl and carfentanil often require multiple doses of naloxone, an opioid antidote, to reverse. Since 2016, Fulton County has committed $98,000 to outfit emergency responders with naloxone. Ellis also said he was a “big believer” in creating more behavioral and mental health resources within schools and youth communities to help youth avoid drugs and alcohol as an escape. Fulton County has already implemented one initiative, the first in the Southeast, to provide an anonymous 24/7 texting line for youth in crisis. Text A Tip (844-201-9946) links students with licensed clinicians from the Fulton County Department of Behavioral Health, who can provide resources or send emergency responders. It currently has pilot programs in Milton, Cambridge and Roswell high schools. After Zack’s death, Robin helped pass Georgia’s 911 Medical Amnesty Law on April 24, 2014 and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Georgia Overdose Prevention. The law ensures protection for people who call 911 seeking medical assistance for someone experiencing a drug or alcohol-related overdose. Neither the caller nor the victim can be arrested, charged or prosecuted for small amounts of drugs, alcohol or drug paraphernalia if the evidence was obtained as a result of seeking medical assistance. “There are no real second chances for my son,” Robin said. “But what we’re trying to do is provide second chances for other people… If they’re alive, there’s hope.” To learn more and get help, visit georgiaoverdoseprevention.org.

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Restaurateur rescues historic greenhouse The Union owner repurposes structure from old Milton High By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — The old Milton High School in downtown Alpharetta has been reduced to piles of broken concrete, steel and drywall. Its demolition, which clears the way for a STEM school set to open in 2020, marked the end of the historic structure that had served students from 1921-2005 before the opening of the new Milton High. Though the school no longer stands, a local business owner has taken the initiative to save a historic piece of the school. Chris Sedgwick, owner of Milton’s The Union restaurant, has saved the old Milton High School greenhouse from the wrecking ball and will use the structure at his eatery. “I own some property across from The Union that is zoned agriculture, and we always wanted to be able to offer locally grown produce at the restaurant,” Sedgwick said. “It seemed like a perfect opportunity for us to use the greenhouse.” When Sedgwick learned the school was to be torn down, he jumped at the opportunity to purchase the 2,300-square-foot facility from Fulton County Schools. “It took numerous follow-up phone calls to finally get them to sell it to me,” he said.

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The greenhouse used at the old Milton High School will gain a new life at The Union restaurant. Owner Chris Sedgwick has purchased the building which will be used to grow food that will be served at the eatery.

The greenhouse will initially be used to grow herbs and vegetables that will be served in The Union, but Sedgwick said “the sky is limit” for what can be grown in the structure.

“I have a niece that has worked at many farms, from flowers to wineries and even an aquaculture farm.” Sedgwick said. “I am hoping to get her involved with this project.”

In addition to growing food, Sedgwick has also contemplated growing a vital ingredient to “liquid bread,” a moniker for beer. “I have even considered [growing] hydroponic hops for our local breweries as we can get over five harvests per year,” he said. For Sedgewick, the purchase of the greenhouse goes beyond a business initiative. It also serves to retain a vital piece of local history. “I drive by the greenhouse every day and have always thought it was sitting there empty, wasting away,” he said. “The greenhouse was used by the school as a teaching greenhouse and many of the prior students have told me about their classes in the greenhouse. I am super excited to be able to repurpose and start a new life for the greenhouse as well as to keep it in Milton.” The hoop house, a separate structure that covers plants in summer, has already been moved. The relocation of the greenhouse awaits a permit from Milton. Sedgwick said he hopes it will be moved in the next few weeks. The greenhouse is the second accessory structure to be saved by local efforts. The Alpharetta & Old Milton Historical Society led efforts to save the FFA cabin on the school’s property last fall. The initiative began in 2016, and after raising over $162,000, Alpharetta agreed to purchase the building. It was moved off the school’s grounds last October and currently resides in Alpharetta greenspace along Milton Avenue in Downtown Alpharetta.

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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, signed into law last December, will have the largest effects on companies with international operations, according to Justin Johnson, tax manager at Frazier & Deeter. Johnson spoke Feb. 28 at the International Engagement Breakfast at Motovario Corporation. “The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is a new bill that makes widespread changes to JOHNSON the Internal Revenue Code,” Johnson said. “Although enacted less than three months ago, it’s already having a substantial impact on U.S. taxpayers. From an international tax perspective, the act has been the single largest overhaul of U.S. tax law in over 30 years.” Johnson said the act has brought major changes to how the country taxes income earned overseas. There are four key changes he anticipates will have the greatest impact on multinational companies. They include: • The reduction of the corporate tax rate from 35 percent to 21 percent. “One major pro-growth aspect of the legislation is the permanent reduction in the U.S. corporate tax rate to 21 percent, effective as of the first of this year,” Johnson said. “This change will reduce the cost of capital and increase investment and productivity. It will make the U.S. a more attractive place to invest in and headquarter a multinational company.”

• The transition from a worldwide system of taxation to a quasi-territorial one, via the 100 percent dividend received deduction. “Where the Tax Act moves the U.S. tax system toward a more territorial system, the U.S. suddenly becomes a more attractive place to headquarter a multinational business and should, combined with the substantial reduction in the corporate tax rate, substantially reduce inversions and the acquisition of U.S. corporations by foreign corporations,” Johnson said. • The one-time mandatory repatriation. “It’s been well documented that U.S. multinational corporations have housed an estimated $2-3 trillion of earnings offshore,” Johnson said. “Generally, a new law requires that foreign earnings that have previously gone untaxed must be included in a U.S. company’s gross income (i.e. brought back to the U.S. and taxed). These earnings will be taxed at a rate of 15.5 percent for earnings held in the form of cash or cash equivalents and 8 percent on other earnings. This deemed repatriation tax may be paid over eight years with the bulk of the liability being due toward the end of the eight-year period.” • The introduction of incentives for companies that leave their valuable intellectual property in the U.S., and penalties for those that choose to migrate their intellectual property offshore. “The last provisions discussed, require the current taxation of some foreign source income at reduced tax rates. The effective tax rate on foreign-derived intangible income is 13.12 percent and the effective U.S. tax rate on global intangible low-taxed income is 10.5 percent.

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BULLOCH HALL QUILT SHOW

The Bulloch Hall Quilt Guild will present its 36th Great American Cover-Up Quilt Show at historic Bulloch Hall, featuring over 150 quilts made by local artists and displayed throughout the antebellum home. See the show March 9-18 at Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell. Tickets are $8. For more information and tickets, visit bhqg.org. Looking to get the word out about your event? Submit it to our online calendar at NorthFulton.com/Calendar.

EVENTS: CAR SEAT SAFETY CHECK

What: Help your child stay protected by having your seat checked for free by the Milton Police Department’s certified car seat technicians. When: Saturday, March 10, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Walmart, 5200 Windward Parkway, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.gov

VEGETABLE GARDENING – THE BASICS What: Master Gardeners explain how to successfully create and manage your vegetable garden. There are three chances to join the class. When: Monday, March 12 in Sandy Springs; Tuesday, March 13 in Roswell; and Wednesday, March 14 in Alpharetta Where: Lost Corners Cottage at 7300 Brandon Mill Road, Sandy Springs; Bill Johnson Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell; and Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza More info and registration: nfmg.net

BETTER TOGETHER

What: Todd Williamson, branch manager of the Milton Library, will speak, providing an overview of the library’s current programs and its future. When: Tuesday, March 13, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: City Hall, 2006 Heritage Walk, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us

GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN ALPHARETTA

What: Learn about the latest public projects and developments. The Director of Community Development will be available to present information and answer questions. When: Wednesday, March 14, 6:30 p.m. Where: Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

MOBILE APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT CLASS

What: Learn how to develop and interact with Android applications using Android Studios. No previous programming experience required. Grades 5 and above. When: Wednesday, March 14, 6 p.m. Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info and registration: afpls.org or 770-360-8897

AGING WELL WORKSHOP

What: The workshop will cover topics like finances, assisted living, insurance, downsizing, moving, veteran’s benefits and more. When: Thursday, March 15, 3-5 p.m. Where: Belmont Village at Johns Creek, 4315 Johns Creek Parkway, Suwanee More info: northfulton.com

GARDEN TOUR MONDAYS

What: Enjoy a free 30-minute tour of the gardens and historic plants on the grounds of Barrington Hall. When: Every Monday, through Sept. 24, 9:30 a.m. Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

GARDEN PLOT REGISTRATION

What: The Community Garden offers 52 plots in which people can grow vegetables and flowers. Each plot is 4 feet by 8 feet. Must be a Johns Creek resident and become a member of the Johns Creek Garden Association. When: Registration open through March 15 Where: Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: Membership is $10; application fee is $60 or $25 for seniors More info and registration: sites.google. com/site/johnscreekgardenassociation

JOHNS CREEK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA VIRTUOSO STRINGS

What: Enjoy a special matinee performance featuring a string section in an intimate performance of inspirational music. When: Sunday, March 11, 3 p.m. Where: Johns Creek United Methodist Church, 11180 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek Cost: $16 for students, $27 for seniors, $32 for adults More info and tickets: johnscreeksymphony.org

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What: The Joe Gransden Big Band lights up the stage at the Georgia Ensemble Theatre. The band’s top soloists will be featured throughout the evening. When: Monday, March 12, 8 p.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $30 More info: get.org

“A COMEDY OF TENORS”

What: Set in 1930s Paris, the show features four tenors, two wives, three girlfriends and a stadium full of screaming fans. When: Through March 18, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $12 More info and tickets: get.org

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What: This is the 6th Annual Juried Show by the Roswell Fine Arts Alliance. When: Jan. 27 through April 2, times vary Where: Arts Center East Gallery, 9100 Fouts Road, Roswell More info: rfaa.org

SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: “WORD AND IMAGES”

What: The exhibit will convey the different stages in a woman’s life through the theme “Lies, Truth and Heart.” When: Feb. 13-March 30, all day Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

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“REMEMBERING THE WORLD OF ANNE FRANK”

What: Two childhood friends of Anne Frank, Eva Schloss and Ed Silverberg, recount their stories via video as professional actors portray them as teens on stage. When: Tuesday, March 13, 7-9 p.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $10 More info and tickets: get.org

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What: Shop book bargains. Proceeds go toward the library and its programs. When: Saturday, March 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4402

What: This play follows four mentally handicapped men living under the supervision of an earnest but increasingly burned out social worker named Jack. When: Through March 18, times vary Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta Cost: Tickets start at $17 More info and tickets: act1theater.com

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What: Musical. Miss Nelson’s class is the worst-behaved in the whole school. But the students are in for a surprise when Miss Nelson is replaced by a scary substitute teacher. When: March 3, 10 and 17; times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $10 More info and tickets: get.org

What: Children will hear a story, complete a fun craft and take home a copy of the book presented in the program. Ages 3-8. When: Saturday, March 10, 11 a.m.noon Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4050 What: Take a full-length, proctored mock SAT exam with individualized score reports. Limited to the first 40 who register. When: Saturday, March 10, 11 a.m.3:30 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info and registration: afpls.org or 404-613-4402

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Gum disease can lead to heart disease By Dr. Ushma Patel, D.M.D and Dr. Brittany Corbett, D.D.S Center For Advanced Dentistry Recent medical research has caused many doctors to reach a startling conclusion: gum disease and heart disease are linked. The American Dental Association estimates that 8 out of 10 Americans have some form of periodontal (gum) disease. If this were any other affliction, such as AIDS or tuberculosis, it would be considered an epidemic! Most dentists think that it is just that. The American Academy of Periodontology recently reported that “[Recent] studies found periodontal infection may contribute to the development of heart disease, the nation’s number one cause of death. If the severity of one’s periodontal disease is isolated there are NON-surgical procedures which, coupled with improved dental hygiene, can virtually halt the spread of the disease in its tracks.

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Caring for an aging adult can be a daunting task Caring for our Seniors can be a daunting task without help. Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek will be hosting a monthly Caregiver Group on the second Tuesday of the month, beginning March 13. The meeting will be from 5:45p.m. until 7:00. All families who need information, suggestions and a place to share their concerns about how to best care for an aging adult are invited to participate in this group. The focus will be for an uplifting, positive and empowering time for Caregivers. ATJC professionals will help guide discussions, address your concerns, and answer the many common questions: When is the right time to move them? When should they have a safer environment with 24-hour oversight? What is the best approach when your loved one is resistant to change? ATJC is an exemplary resort-style

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Pain & Spine Center expands and adds new services North Fulton community to benefit from pain management options WellStar North Fulton Hospital’s Pain & Spine Center has expanded to offer new services and create a convenient atmosphere for patients and their families. Pain management has received significant attention lately with the growing opioid crisis. Currently, more than 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. Many patients treat it with opioids, but this type of treatment can lead to higher risk for addiction, depression and overdose among others. WellStar Health System and North Fulton Hospital are creating innovative solutions and giving patients more options when it comes to pain management. “Communities around the country are grappling with the opioid crisis,” said Jon-Paul Croom, president of WellStar North Fulton Hospital. “We are on the forefront of finding pain management solutions for our patients and giving them options, which for many patients, may allow them to be pain free without opioids.” There is a national push to find alternative pain management treatments like interventional procedures, ketamine infusions and physical therapy. In addition to the remodeled space, the facility has added an Infusion Center, where patients will be able to receive infusion therapy, an alternative for oral medication. Many of the new infusion bays are private, allowing for a separate area de-

Some of the conditions treated at the Pain & Spine Center are: • Migraine/headache • Cancer pain • Chronic Pain Syndrome • Back and neck pain • Compression fractures • Spinal Stenosis • Musculoskeletal pain • Sciatica • Shingles/Herpes Zoster • Chronic pain following back or neck surgery • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) • Degenerative diseases of intervertebral discs • Sacroiliac Joint Arthropathy

voted to infusion therapy and Ketamine infusions. “We want to make the experience seamless and comfortable for our patients,” said Jeannette Wetty, director of the Pain & Spine Center. “With more exam rooms, we are able to get our patients in and out on schedule, so they can get back to their lives.” With the addition of the Infusion Center, chemotherapy patients have a more convenient space. That gives them better access to parking, more space during treatments and a great view. To book an appointment or learn more about the Pain & Spine Center, please call 770-751-2719.

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Help for the aging male By: Johns Creek Dermatology & Family Medicine While the number of cosmetic procedures performed for men is growing rapidly, there remains many barriers keeping men from achieving their physical objectives, including lack of information, lack of communication, and self-consciousness about discussing male aesthetics. At Johns Creek Dermatology & Family Medicine, we offer an integrated list of treatments that contribute to comprehensive male rejuvenation, including hair restoration, sexual heath with hormone replacement and the Priapus Shot®, as well as facial rejuvenation, including a variety of PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) treatments for anti-aging. Despite the growing numbers of men seeking these types of treatments, there is still a limited number of physicians that understand these specific treatment principals, the male anatomy, and the aesthetic goals of most men. The majority of treatments for men offered at Johns Creek Dermatology & Family Medicine can practically be done over a patient’s

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Live Life Well: Keeping your resolutions in 2018 (NAPSI)—The New Year is a wonderful time to not only evaluate your past, but also explore your goals for the year ahead. While it is common that health and fitness resolutions land at the top of people’s list, the truth is that achieving any goal in 2018 is dependent upon good health. Whether planning that bucket list vacation, trying a new hobby or spending more time outdoors, a healthy fitness routine is the backbone of making these goals achievable. This year, create an attainable health and fitness goal to help you reach all your resolutions. SilverSneakers, the nation’s leading fitness community for older adults, offers the following tips on how to make resolutions that will help you live Next year could be better than life well in 2018: 1. Set a SMART goal: SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Action Oriented, Realistic and Time Bound. “Losing weight” is not a specific measurable goal; instead, say you want to lose 10 pounds in three months. That way, you have something to strive toward and measure against. 2. Start small: If you only focus on an ambitious longterm goal, you may be setting yourself up for failure. It is important to set weekly milestones that allow you to see progress and achieve success early and often. 3. Bring a friend: Knowing that you promised a friend you would join her for that 6 a.m. class keeps you accountable for showing up and doing your best. Having a friend to work out with also makes the experience more enjoyable. 4. Track progress: As you work toward your goals, make sure to track your activities and the progress you make along

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It’s about faces not just braces! By Dr. Jeffrey Jordan Orthodontic treatment today is about faces not just braces. Consequently, facial esthetics dictates the proper timing for treatment. While treatment can contribute to the physical and psychological development of patients young and old, some patients require early intervention to obtain the best overall result for the patient. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an initial visit to an orthodontist at age 7 for this reason. Most patients do not need early treatment, but if necessary, amazing improvements in facial esthetics and function can be accomplished at an early age. The common orthodontic problems that can be treated between 7 and 9 years old include underbites and severe overbites as well as crossbites and openbites . These conditions are considered muscular-skeletal problems and are best addressed in the mixed dentition when the permanent front teeth have erupted but the patient still has 12 primary teeth. These treatments are referred to as dentofacial orthopedics because we are working with the bones of the face and not just the teeth. While some patients benefit from early intervention, the majority of patients benefit from a single treatment during adolescence, as the last few primary teeth are lost and the second molars erupt. The exact age varies, but most patients are treated during the middle school years and can be completed by high school. Of course, sometimes the teeth are slow to erupt and this can delay the completion of treatment. For this reason, starting treatment too early can prolong treatment duration and result in orthodontic burnout for the patients. Patient cooperation is important in keeping the treatments short in duration and efficient. Interestingly, girls’ teeth erupt earlier than boys of the same age. Teenagers are in a rapid growth phase at this time. As a result, dramatic results can be achieved with improved facial esthetics and function. For example, the smile can be made wider, the lower jaw can be advanced, or a gummy smile can be eliminated. A smile analysis dictates in what direction the teeth and jaws should be moved. These changes can be life altering for some patients during the teen years. Of course, adults want to look good too, and orthodontic treatment for adults is more popular than ever! Invisalign, clear braces, and improvements in surgical techniques make having a fantastic smile easier too! The bulky braces and heavy forces of yesteryear are a thing of the past.

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Five myths and facts about cholesterol (NAPSI)—High cholesterol is a known risk factor for heart disease and stroke and is estimated to cause nearly 2.6 million deaths annually. Yet, a survey from the American Heart Association shows that nearly two-thirds of people who have high cholesterol don’t think they’re at high risk for a heart attack or stroke. “My Cholesterol Guide” is a new, online tool that provides information, practical tips and downloadable resources to help the more than 94.6 million Americans living with high cholesterol. The guide is the latest offering from the American Heart Association, the world’s leading voluntary health organization devoted to fighting cardiovascular disease and stroke. What it is Cholesterol is a waxy, fatlike substance found in all cells of the body. Elevated levels of blood cholesterol can create blockages in the arteries and is one of the major controllable risk factors for coronary heart disease, heart attack and stroke. “People with high cholesterol usually don’t have symptoms, so unless you get tested, you may not realize you need treatment,” said Ann Marie Navar, M.D., Ph.D., a volunteer member of the Association’s Cholesterol Advisory Committee and an Assistant Professor of Cardiology at the Duke Clinical Research Institute in Durham, N.C. “Even though we have a lot of evidence about the benefits and safety of cholesterol-lowering treatment, the challenge is that cholesterol remains underdiagnosed and subsequently undertreated.” What to do The best way to manage high cholesterol is a multipronged approach, including diet, exercise and medication if cholesterol levels remain elevated, she said. The challenge is that many people don’t recognize their risk due to some of the following misconceptions about cholesterol.

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What’s New in Melanoma - Part 2 By Dr. Brent Taylor Premier Dermatology and MOHS Surgery of Atlanta In last issue’s installment, we discussed what melanoma is and talked about true Mohs surgery for melanoma, a tissue sparing technique for removing melanomas and melanoma in situ in cosmetically and functionally sensitive areas. This week, we look into diagnostic, prognostic and treatment advances for invasive and metastatic melanomas. One of the most exciting recent advances is a new method of genetic testing for melanoma. Pioneers at Castle Biosciences have developed a test that is performed on melanoma tissue and that can allow a doctor to better know how a melanoma will behave. The test is called DecisionDx-Melanoma. Remarkably, this test is capable of looking at genetic signatures within a melanoma and identifying whether a melanoma is likely to have spread or likely to have remained in place and have been cured surgically. The test is so accurate that it may provide even more information than a “sentinel lymph node biopsy” – a procedure that involves removing and testing lymph nodes to check for melanoma cells. In all likelihood, for many tumors, the DecisionDx -Melanoma Test and sentinel lymph node biopsies will be used together and provide previously unavailable predictive power. DecisionDx-Melanoma uses genetic testing of a patient’s melanoma tissue to divide the melanoma into a “Class 1” (good) or a “Class 2” (bad) result. According to summary data, for a patient with a low risk Class 1 result, the chance of the tumor spreading within 5 years is approximately 3%. For a patient with a high risk Class 2 result, the chance of a tumor spreading with 5 years is approximately 69%. This is a startlingly stark dichotomy. For metastatic melanomas, the longawaited age of personalized or targeted therapies has begun to arrive. In years past, “chemotherapy” meant taking medicines that are not very good at sorting out good cells from bad cells. Traditional chemotherapy involves medicines that usually work by killing cells that are growing quickly. Cancer usually grows quickly, so chemotherapy affects cancer. But some of our own tissues constantly grow and turn over. Our hair and our bowel cells are constantly being replaced and growing quickly, so chemotherapy results in the expected baldness and gastrointestinal side-effects. New chemotherapies are finally targeting the bad cells and sparing more of the good. For example, patients whose melanomas have a specific mutation in a gene called “BRAF” have available to them drugs such as Vemurafenib,

which specifically acts on a specific gene that is often mutated in melanoma. Likewise, medications such as Nivolumab stimulate a person’s own immune system to fight a cancer. The way that drugs like Nivolumab work makes TAYLOR them better categorized as immunotherapy than chemotherapy. It is the dawning of a new age. And we are already into phase 2 of this new age. In phase 1, the very first immunotherapy drugs such as ipilimumab were stimulating people’s immune systems to fight cancer, but they were also causing a lot of side-effects. Anyone who has had the flu knows what it is like to have an overactive immune system, and ipilimumab sometimes triggered reactions similar to autoimmune disease – a condition in which one’s immune system attacks one’s own body. This might sound like we are back to square one. Ipilimumab shares features in common with the old chemotherapy since they both seem to attack good cells as well as bad. But the good news is we may be on to a second generation of immunotherapy-like chemotherapeutics. Nivolumab is a medicine that is a close cousin to Ipilimumab. Both stimulate the immune system to fight cancer. Recent studies including one just published in late 2017 in the New England Journal of Medicine demonstrated that, in stage III and IV melanoma patients Nivolumab resulted in a 12-month rate of recurrence-free survival of 70.5% whereas ipilimumab only resulted in 60.8%. More importantly, only 9.7% of patients taking nivolumab discontinued due to side effects (adverse events) whereas 42.6% of patients taking ipilimumab discontinued due to adverse events. We may not just be at the doorstep of targeted therapies. We may already be on the second step. Additional exciting advances are taking place, but the most important point about melanoma is that the best chance to cure melanoma is when a melanoma is caught small. If you or a loved one has a changing or concerning spot, make an appointment with a dermatologist. At Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta, we are proud to be one of the only practices in Georgia offering true Mohs surgery for melanoma and melanoma in situ. We counsel patients about DecisionDx Melanoma testing and help patients navigate the complicated world of sentinel lymph node biopsies and when to see an oncologist or surgical oncologist. If you have a history of skin cancer or a concerning spot, consider making an appointment with Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta today.

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Fire Department opens fire safety poster contest to third graders FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Fire Department invites all local third grade students to share their artistic talents while promoting a commitment to fire safety by participating in the eighth annual Forsyth County Fire Safety Poster Contest. The Fire Safety Poster Contest is open to all third grade students in Forsyth County public, private and homeschools. The posters should reflect one of the following themes: ‘Tools Not Toys’ – Matches and lighters are tools, not toys ‘Report an Emergency’ – Know when and how to call in an emergency ‘Two Ways Out’ – Importance of knowing two exit routes “The contest is important because it allows students to learn fire safety first hand by designing the safety materials,” said Fire Chief Danny Bowman.

“Reaching our community’s children through our department’s many public education efforts is something in which we take a great deal of pride.” One winner and one runner-up for each theme will be chosen by a panel of five judges. The three winners will enjoy a pizza party with their class and local firefighters. The three winners and three runners-up will receive the honor of having their artwork displayed in county buildings and will receive a certificate of accomplishment from the Forsyth County Fire Chief. Posters are due by Friday, March 16 and should be created on paper (minimum dimensions of 8.5-inches by 11-inches and maximum dimensions of 18-inches by 24-inches) with the required release form, which is available on the county website, securely fastened to the back. Posters will not be accepted if they are on poster board. Students are

encouraged to submit their own original designs and artwork. Clipart and copyrighted characters or logos will not be accepted. All artwork submitted becomes the property of the Forsyth County Fire Department and may be reproduced. Posters must be received by March 16 and should be submitted to the following address: Forsyth County Fire Department Attn: Public Safety Education Division 3520 Settingdown Road Cumming, Georgia 30028 The release form and other contest information can be found on the Fire Department page of the Forsyth County website at forsythco.com. For additional information, email PublicEducation@forsythco.com or call Fire Prevention Training Officer Erin Long at 770-205-4688.

South Forsyth High student named German student of year FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Christine Yang of South Forsyth High School was recently named as the American Association of Teachers of German, or AATG, Georgia Student of the Year. This award comes with a three-week trip to Germany, all expenses paid valued at over $5,000. Yang will stay with a German host family and take advanced German classes at the Goethe Institute. The selection process for this award is quite rigorous. Yang was required to submit a letter of recommendation from her German teacher, submit an essay in German, write another essay

in German on-site and participate in an interview conducted in German by four college professors. The Student of the Year Award is presented to a student who has demonstrated excellence in the study and promotion of German at a local school and in the state of Georgia. She will be officially recognized at the AATG Award Ceremony from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 6 at Georgia Tech. This is the second prestigious German award for Yang. Last summer she spent three weeks in Nuremberg, Germany after winning the National AATG/ PAD Travel Award.

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St. Francis boys advance to state championship Girls team falls in semifinals By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com COLUMBUS, Ga. — St. Francis’ boys and girls basketball teams competed in Final Four matchups last Friday at Columbus State University. The boys team advanced to the Class A-Private state championship and the girls lost their semifinals matchup. The boys punched their ticket to the state title game, their fifth appearance in the last six years, with a dominant 83-54 win over Holy Innocents’. The Knights jumped out to a 4018 lead at the half and outscored the Golden Bears in all four periods to advance. St. Francis had five players score in double digits, with sophomore standout guard Dwon Odom leading the offensive charge. Odom scored 20 points, followed by Sam Hines with 16. CJ Riley netted 12 points with three steals and Chase Ellis scored 11 with seven rebounds and two blocks. Caleb Snyder had 10 points with five rebounds. Friday’s lopsided win was the Knights’ third straight in the state tournament. They advanced to the semifinals with a 73-57 win over

Walker in the second round and beat North Cobb Christian 87-62 on Feb. 28. St. Francis faces Aquinas for the state championship Friday at 4 p.m. at Georgia Tech. The two programs met in the quarterfinals of last year’s state tournament with the Knights prevailing, 63-48. Aquinas (26-5) is ranked fifth in the state in Class A-Private, two spots behind St. Francis (27-3), in Sandy’s Spiel poll. Just after the boys game was completed, the Knights’ girls team battled Wesleyan for a chance to earn their third state championship appearance in four years. However, the Knights were outpaced by Wesleyan who earned the 71-49 win. Wesleyan opened the game on a 7-0 run and pushed their lead to double digits in the first quarter. Though St. Francis cut the gap in the second, Wesleyan led throughout the period and continued their momentum for the remainder of the contest. After earning back-to-back state championships in 2015 and 2016, the St. Francis girls team has been eliminated in the semifinals for two straight seasons.

Tax manager and Sheriff’s Deputy recognized for 25 years of service FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — At the February 15 Forsyth County Board of Commissioners’ meeting, Trassa Quarles tax manager with the Tax Assessor’s Office and Sgt. Daniel Thomas of the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office were recognized for reaching 25 years of service with the county.

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