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The remaining candidates for the Roswell special election speak out about the current issues Roswell faces and the causes they support. From left stand Shelley Sears, Marie Willsey, Lori Henry, Shawn Wright and Hatcher Hurd, the moderator for the panel. See story page 10.

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ROSWELL, Ga. — Two people have been arrested in connection with the Jan. 17 murder of a 53-year-old Johns Creek woman.

Both 31-year-old James Jerome Lloyd, of Milton, and 55-year-old Petra Elvira Reese, of Grove Town, were charged with the murder of Karen Lee LaForge. Reese was additionally charged with stalking and willful obstruction of law enforcement officers.

Police said that Reese is the ex-wife of the victim’s fiancé, while Lloyd is a “known associate” of Reese.

Roswell police responded to a 911

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String of autos entered overnight MILTON, Ga. — Police say multiple cars along Alstonefield Drive and Weycroft Circle were burglarized late Feb. 22 and early Feb. 23, but not much was reported missing.

A 2003 Ford Explorer, 2006 Ford Expedition, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan and a 2015 Ford F-150 were all entered during that time. The owners of the Tiguan and F-150, who reside on Weycroft Circle, Milton, said nothing was taken from their vehicles but that the contents of their glovebox and middle consoles had been rummaged through.

The owners of the Explorer and Expedition, a married couple in Alstonefield Drive, Alpharetta, reported similar instances. Both of the cars were unlocked. The man said that he was tipped off that something was out of place when he saw a Maxi Pad on the

call from LaForge’s fiancé at 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 17. When they arrived to Tyson Circle, police found LaForge lying dead in the side yard.

According to Roswell Public Information Officer Lisa Holland, it LLOYD was quickly apparent that it had been an “obvious homicide.”

LaForge died from strangulation and blunt force trauma to the head, according to a report from the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office. Roswell police are not releasing how they linked the two suspects to LaForge’s death. ground beside the couple’s Expedition.

According to the owner of the Expedition, the only item missing from the car was a small, black lockbox that the owner uses to house a revolver. The revolver was not in the case at the time of the incident.

Banker catches fake $4K check JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A woman reported Feb. 22 that someone had sent her a fake check paying for her redecorating services. The woman received an email Feb. 15 from an “Alexandre Smith” asking her to redecorate an apartment he was moving into soon.

They eventually agreed that Alexandre would send a check worth $3,500 to deposit, with $1,000 for the woman to keep and the remainder to go to the movers.

Although Alexandre said he lives in London, the check, when it arrived in the mail, was made out to an address in Maryland. The woman said that she became suspicious at this point, and she took the check to a friend who

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DUI arrests ►► Duane Tyrone Hall, 26 of Barrington Landing Court, Roswell, was arrested Feb. 6 on Ga. 400 for DUI. ►► Austin David Jenkins, 35 of Whitestone Ridge, Alpharetta, was arrested Feb. 8 on Old Milton Pkwy for DUI, driving too fast for conditions and failure to maintain lane. ►► Andrew Dean Palmer, 26 of Streamside Drive, Alpharetta, was arrested Feb. 4 on Mansell Road for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Troy Matthew Petrick, 47 of Brickwood Lane, Milton, was arrested Feb. 4 on Canton Street and Shady Grove Lane for DUI and speeding. ►► Lindsay Noel Hislop, 26 on Northolt Pkwy, Suwanee, was

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Can patients with normal eye pressure still have glaucoma? (part 2)

By Dr. Cameron Johnson

The diagnosis of glaucoma can be straight forward when intraocular pressure is elevated, however, the diagnosis is more elusive in patients with statistically normal pressures.

Glaucoma is defined by a characteristic optic disc cupping with thinning of the retinal nerve fiber layer and, as it becomes more advanced, a typical pattern of visual field loss. Most glauCameron Johnson, M.D. coma patients also have an elevated eye pressure, defined as 22 mmHg or Cataract & Refractive Surgeon higher. However, up to 1/3 of patients with glaucoma can have normal eye pressures. In these patients, certain elements of the history and examination can help differentiate Normal Tension Glaucoma (NTG) from other entities.

One of the most common diseases confused for NTG is simply Primary Open Angle Glaucoma (POAG). The patient may just happen to be in the office for a pressure check when the pressure is not elevated. POAG can be differentiated from NTG by performing a diurnal curve measurement of pressure. By measuring the pressure multiple times throughout the day, you are more likely to catch the pressure when it is elevated. Because it is often not practical to keep the patient in the office all day for a diurnal curve, another option is to schedule patient follow-ups at different times of day. Pressure measurements can also be falsely low in patients with thin corneas. For this reason, pachymetry is an important part of the glaucoma evaluation. Looking for causes of previously elevated intraocular pressure by asking the patient about steroid use and examining the patient for signs of past uveitis and “burnt-out” pigmentary dispersion syndrome is also important.

There are several finding that can point toward NTG on exam.

These patients more commonly have peripapillary atrophy and disc hemorrhages, compared with their POAG counterparts. They are also more likely to have focal “notching” of the optic nerve, and visual field defects close to fixation earlier in the disease.

A factor thought to be contributing to some cases of NTG is ischemia of the optic nerve. Patients can be asked about a history of migraines and Raynaud’s phenomenon to find out if vasospastic ischemia is likely. Questions about sleep apnea and taking antihypertensive medication at bedtime may help in discovering causes for non-vasospastic ischemia. If a patient has had major blood loss, or septic shock in the past, they could have a non-progressive visual field defect due to past ischemia that could mimic NTG.

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City Center groundbreaking scheduled for March 23 Crews to install fencing around site this week

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Fences are going up Thursday around the Alpharetta government complex as construction is readied for the commercial phase of City Center.

The city signed documents Friday turning over the final 5 acres of land to the development group selected to build a mixed-use development of shops, restaurants and residences on the property east of Main Street.

The sale price was $5.4 million and includes one parcel still awaiting final paperwork to clear.

The city has scheduled a groundbreaking for 3 p.m., March 23. At that ceremony, officials are expected to announce the single tenant of a four-story

office building that will be a part of the development.

“It’s a great thing for the city,” Alpharetta Mayor David Belle Isle said Monday. “It’s only painful during the construction phase because it doesn’t look well. And you have to change your patterns, and things take longer.

“But if you’re going to make an irresistible city, you’re going to have to make changes. And those are the changes that we’re making.”

Work is expected to last 18 months.

During that time, on-street parking in front of the government complex will be closed off.

Traffic and access to the city’s 450-space parking deck will be allowed on Park Plaza directly in front of City Hall.

The city’s Public Works Department is studying ways to modify the traffic signal at Park Plaza and Academy Street in anticipation of the increase in vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

To help provide relief from the loss in street parking, the city has committed $95,000 for use of a 100-space lot

west of Main Street.

City officials have stressed that, during construction, work crews and contractors will be required to find parking outside of the downtown area to keep as many spaces available to residents and visitors.

This defining downtown project has been more than six years in the making. The commercial and residential phase includes: • 70,000 square feet of restaurant and retail, • a four-story office building with three floors of office over retail • 168 one- and two-bedroom apartment units atop commercial shops.

Cheri Morris, president of Morris & Fellows, which heads the retail portion of the project, said construction will progress from the perimeter of the property inward. She said she anticipates that as work progresses, access to the development will become available.

The City Green will be accessible to pedestrians throughout construction she added.

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By CAROLINE FRANKLIN news@appenmedia.com Eighteen candidates have qualified for the April 18 Special Election for the Sixth District following Tom Price’s appointment to Health and Human Services Secretary in Washington, D.C. David Abroms (R) Education: University of Alabama at Birmingham Previous employment: Business executive Political Experience: None Platform: Bringing ABROMS debt under control, helping people gain skills to succeed in our economy, and bridging the partisan divide.

What made you decide to run?

Our country has serious challenges and I want to help overcome them. The problems vary from hyper-partisanship to national debt.

If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

Simply listening to those we disagree with seems to be a lost art. I’m committed to listening well, finding people of goodwill that want to work together to find responsible, affordable solutions.

Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most?

Yes, I do think our government is broken. Our representatives are obsessed with scoring political points and self-preservation at the expense of problem solving, and I think it’s time for our representatives to work for the American people again instead of operating out of political self-interest.

Mohammad Ali Bhuiyan (R) Education: The Indian Institute of Management, Georgia State, and a PhD from the University of Florida.

Previous employment: Higher educaBHUIYAN tion administrator and small business owner.

Political experience: None Platform: Prosperity for all, strong and smart national defense, both fair and legal immigration while securing the borders.

What made you decide to run?

For the love of America and its future.

If elected what will you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

I will work with any member of Congress who wants to advance our country.

Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most?

Our system needs a lot of work.

Ragin Edwards (D) Education: Georgia Tech University and Nyack University Previous employment: Senior manager at Global Sales Operations Political experience: Representative EDWARDS on the Vote or Die campaign Platform: Protecting and growing the middle class, ensuring racial and gender equality, affordable education, protecting the environment and bringing truth and transparency into the government.

What made you decide to run?

The current political climate has caused many Americans to lose faith in our government, and our reputation around the world is currently at stake.

Truth and transparency in government is needed now!

We cannot continue to blindly follow candidates on either side of the aisle, and it is time to hold all members of the legislature accountable to their word, and more importantly their oath to the American people.

I am the voice the 6th district, Georgia, and the United States deserves.

If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

First, I will be an example for others in government as a pillar of strength and integrity. I will be vocal when I see issues, and I will hold other members of Congress to their word on both sides of the aisle.

I will work judiciously on bipartisan committees and encourage cooperation and open dialogue.

Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most?

Our government is not broken, but it definitely has visible cracks. We must encourage transparency and change the current bipartisan narrative from one of opposition to one of mutual respect and understanding.

All Americans need to work in concert to ensure that we repair our faith in our government, democratic process and our reputation in the world.

Keith Grawert (R) Education: Georgia Tech and Duke University Previous employment: Air Force pilot Political experience: None Platform: Service to the American GRAWERT people, accountability to constituents, action to move on government size, controlling national debt, rational immigration and reforming the tax code.

What made you decide to run?

Partisanship, subservience to special interest and individual agendas overshadow service to the people. I fundamentally believe in the nobility of service to country and believe we need leaders who are going to put service ahead of self.

If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

As a moderate conservative, I cannot sacrifice my core beliefs of individual freedom, limited government and fiscal responsibility. Where I can work with the other side, I will, by focusing on what is truly in the best interest of the American people.

Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most?

It is absolutely broken. We need to elect leaders willing to serve the interests of country above all else.

Bob Gray (R) Education: Purdue University, University of Illinois, and the University of Chicago Previous employment: Business executive Political experience: Johns Creek GRAY City councilman Platform: Fueling the economy, controlling federal spending and ensuring national security.

What made you decide to run?

I’m running to bring about change.

Washington, DC is full of career politicians who are more concerned about having intellectual debates than actually introducing solutions and getting things done. With President Trump’s historic election, we need more business outsiders in Congress to be willing partners in helping him drain the swamp.

If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

I’ve spent more than three decades in the business world getting things

done. I’m used to bringing together a wide variety of people – regardless of race, ethnicity, gender or political / business ideology. I’ll do the same as a congressman to ensure that we’re working across the aisle to get things done.

Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most?

I absolutely believe that our government is broken. The past eight years under President Obama have been detrimental to America – both in terms of domestic and foreign policy. President Trump’s election is a sign that the American people are sick of politics as usual in Washington, D.C., and are ready for conservative reformers to come in and drain the swamp. America was founded on the core tenets of entrepreneurism and innovation. We need more of that entrepreneurial and innovative perspective to fix our broken government.

Karen Handel (R) Education: University of Maryland Previous employment: President at Handel Strategy Group Political experience: Former Georgia Secretary of State, former chairman of the HANDEL Fulton County Commission, and served as deputy chief of staff under Sonny Perdue and the Bush/Quayle administration.

Platform: Repeal Obamacare, simpler tax code, achieving a balanced budget, reduce debt, protect the unborn and secure the borders.

What made you decide to run?

With unified Republican control of the federal government, conservatives need to fight hard to break the Washington gridlock and deliver commonsense reforms. With my record of overcoming long odds to achieve positive outcomes and rescuing failing organizations, I have the skills and tenacity needed to tackle the tough issues and deliver much-needed results for America.

If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

I have a track record of getting things done in difficult environments. I know when to fight – and how to fight.

At the same time, I understand that, in these times, we need good problemsolving. The people of the 6th District will be able to count on me to be their fiercest advocate for their best interests.

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race for 6th District House seat Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most?

Government is indeed broken with too much rhetoric and not enough results. It’s time to stop passing the buck and get down to the business of restoring a sane, responsible government.

We must repeal and replace Obamacare, reduce onerous regulations, and balance the budget and reduce the massive debt.

Alexander Hernandez (I) Education: Indiana University Northwest and Full Sail University.

Previous employment: Property craftsperson Political experiHERNANDEZ ence: Elected Property Craftsperson Representative for IATSE Local 44.

Platform: Saving Medicare, taking care of veterans, creating an economic plan modeled after President Eisenhower’s Interstate plan, taking money out of politics and passing term limits.

What made you decide to run?

For too long we have had a government that does not respond to the people. After prayer with my family, we felt that the opportunity in this special election is our answer. We need a representative now more than ever.

If elected, what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

As an independent, I will not be beholden to partisan politics. I will only be beholden to the people of the 6th District. I will work with any member of Congress who will put the people first.

Many believe out government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most?

Government is broken because both parties have put the needs of the elites and moneyed interests over the needs of the American people.

Judson Hill (R) Education: Emory University and Mercer University Previous employment: Georgia state senator Political experience: Assistant U.S. Attorney under HILL President Reagan, officer in the Georgia State Defense Force and state senator in Georgia.

Platform: Repealing and replac-

ing Obamacare, balancing the budget, keeping America safe, protecting the second amendment, protecting life, strengthening the economy, cutting taxes, honoring veterans and securing the border.

Hill was unavailable for further comment.

Richard Keatley (D) Education: Ph.D. Previous employment: Professor at Georgia State University Political experience: None Platform: Protecting jobs, achieving KEATLEY the American dream, protecting Medicare/ Medicaid/Social Security and expanding access to health care.

What made you decide to run?

Our nation faces problems that require citizens’ participation in the democratic process. Partisan bickering and an us-versus-them mentality have paralyzed the democratic process, placing the security and well being of the American people at risk. I believe my background as a veteran and educator will allow me to address our nation’s problems in thoughtful and practical ways.

If elected, what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

I would do everything in my power to work across the aisle on issues where we can find common ground.

I believe, moreover, that we should support policies that work toward our democratic principles of liberty, justice and prosperity for all.

Many believe our government is broken. Do you? If so, what needs fixing the most?

Our political discourse. Rather than dealing in sound bites and slogans, I believe we need to return to the political process, engaging in reasoned, open debate on our issues, goals and how to achieve them.

Amy Kremer (R) Education: Kennesaw State University and Auburn University Previous employment: Chairman of Tea Party Express Political experience: Cofounder of the modern day Tea KREMER Party, former co-chair of Women Vote Smart PAC, cofounder of Tea Party Patriots Platform: Securing the borders,

reinvest in military technology, cutting government regulations that stifle job growth, simplifying and flattening tax structure, repealing Obamacare, defending the Second Amendment, gaining local control of education and taking care of veterans.

What made you decide to run?

Over the last nine years, I have carried the conservative values of the 6th District with me as I traveled the country, working tirelessly to preserve freedom and liberty helping elect conservatives like Marco Rubio, Ted Cruz and Rand Paul. Now the time is right to do for Georgia’s 6th District what I have been doing all over the country for the past nine years. I already have the relationships with conservatives on Capitol Hill, so I will be the trusted conservative working for the people here in my hometown.

If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

Find areas of mutual agreement and craft bipartisan bills, working for all people in Georgia›s 6th District and the American people Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most?

Yes, I do believe Washington is broken and we need to put Washington back to work for the American people.

Too often, elected officials forget who they represent and why they were sent to Washington. Their focus becomes remaining in office, maintaining power and making the rounds on the D.C. cocktail circuit. We need to elect men and women who are committed to doing the business of the American people and who are not beholden to special interests or party politics. It is time Washington works for the American people again.

Bruce LeVell (R) Education: Central Texas College Previous employment: Managing partner Political experience: Chairman of Gwinnett County Republican Party, LeVELL executive director of Donald Trump’s National Diversity Coalition.

Platform: Bringing back American jobs for American workers, repealing Obamacare, making new transportation infrastructure a priority and helping President Trump “drain the swamp.”

What made you decide to run?

The reason I entered the Georgia 6th District race is simple: no other

candidate here is truly on board with the president. Some are Johnny Come Latelies in their support. Others are Establishment fence-sitters. They want to have their cake and eat it too: be fashionably against the president’s agenda to the press while reaping the electoral benefits of the enormous new Republican coalition he has built. Not me. I am running in 2017 for the same reason I was the president’s top surrogate in 2016: to be a unifier who is the president’s top ally in Congress in making his America First agenda a reality.

If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

I will create a bipartisan caucus to support the president’s America First economic agenda, starting with the Infrastructure Program that the 6th District’s roads and bridges desperately need to relieve congestion. Based on my background I am the best choice for bringing bold initiatives and ideas for transportation infrastructure in the 6th District.

Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most?

What needs fixing the most? The roads and bridges in the 6th District desperately need fixing. Traffic is affecting our quality of life. We need to fix that problem and we can fix it fast.

Government is broken because of special interest money lining the pockets of career politicians, like several of my opponents in this race, and an ossified political-media establishment that is desperately trying to obstruct the president’s “drain the swamp agenda.”

I am committed to serving a maximum of eight years in office and reforming Congress to root out entrenched Washington interests. And I am committed to taking zero lobbyist or special interest money.

William Llop (R) Education: Mercer University Previous employment: Accounting firm owner Political experience: None Platform: Lowering taxes, less regulations, LLOP education and Opting-In for a fair wage What made you decide to run?

Because of my experience, I am compelled to help correct the problems facing Americans. My career and volunteer work have given me the opportunity to see our whole community.

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Qualifying: 18 candidates will vie for 6th District seat Continued from Page 7 If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

My platform is bipartisan. I am 4 of 11 siblings, half Republican and half Democrat, and table talk is stimulating.

Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most?

The government needs reforming.

The career politicians and special interest groups have taken precedence over the American People. The resolution would be to incorporate term limits, get the special interest groups out of our tax code and regulations, improve education and stop subsidized big business labor.

Dan Moody (R) Education: University of Oklahoma Previous employment: Business owner at Control Southern Inc. Political Experience: Georgia state senator Moody was unavailable for further comment.

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Jon Ossoff (D) Education: The London School of Economics Previous employment: CEO of Insight TWI Political experience: Senior national security staffer specialOSSOFF izing in naval affairs and cyber security policy Platform: Growing the economy, rooting out corruption in D.C., making healthcare more affordable, defending Social Security and protecting women’s access to healthcare.

What made you decide to run?

I grew up in the 6th Congressional District, and I want to give back to my community. I will apply my background in anti-corruption to stand up for taxpayers, apply my experience on Capitol Hill to defend Social Security and women’s access to health care, and apply my background in national security to keep our community safe.

If elected, what will you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

I’ll work across the aisle whenever possible to serve our community. I’ll support common-sense policy solutions no matter who offers them. We should be able to find common ground to help grow our economy, make health care

more affordable and implement a smart and tough foreign policy.

Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most?

I’m an experienced investigator of corruption, fraud and waste in government. I’ll apply that real-world, private sector experience to root out and expose corruption and fraud in Washington. I’ll follow the trail wherever it leads me to fight for honest government and the interests of Georgia’s taxpayers.”

Andre Pollard (I) Education: Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering Previous employment: Computer systems engineer Political experience: None Platform: StandPOLLARD ing up to those who devalue the American brand, saving the environment and training people to keep up with the modernizing economy.

What made you decide to run?

The current White House administration policies have encouraged vibrant grassroots actions. I am one of those who feels called into action by a desire to do more for what I know is right and just. I cannot in good consciousness sit out this round when one of the first opportunities to take back Congress is sitting right in front of me.

If elected, what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

The labeling of Democrat or Republican comes with its own stigma that forms a natural divisions from a member’s first day in office. As an independent, my focus will be on the issue and to fully represent my constituents, fellow Georgians and the American people.

Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most?

I believe technology has not kept pace with our Government. We have several areas that can be improved upon, and my top priorities would be our tax code, elections and health care.

To my surprise the minimum funds raised to win a seat in Congress (2016) was over $100,000. That shifts the focus from the better candidate to those who can fundraise better. On health care, I received a $1,700 bill for a 30-minute hospital ER service that resulted in an X-ray and a $12 prescription. And I have good insurance. Now I am forced to triage my family, and if they are not dying, make them wait to see their regular doctor.

Dr. Rebecca Quigg (D) Education: Washington and Jefferson College and Pennsylvania State University Previous employment: Cardiologist Political experience: None QUIGG Platform: Protecting and improving the Affordable Care Act, taking care of seniors, closing the wage gap, improving public schools, taking care of veterans, making higher education affordable and taking the money out of politics.

Dr. Quigg was unavailable for further comment.

Ron Slotin (D) Education: University of Georgia Previous Employment: Chief marketing officer Political Experience: Georgia state senator for District 39 Platform: CreatSLOTIN ing world class jobs, supporting public schools, advocating for quality healthcare, protecting Medicare, rebuilding infrastructure and supporting clean air and water.

What made you decide to run?

My desire is to leave a better country for our children and grandchildren.

I’ve called this district home for over 15 years. As congressman, I will work to end the gridlock and stagnation in Washington. Public service to me means remembering the people who elected you and working to deliver on promises made to them. I will do my best to represent the values of the entire district.

If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

I would work with both Republicans and Democratic officials to offer transportation alternatives like light rail, bike paths and sidewalks to support connectivity between our communities.

I will also work to secure more federal dollars for infrastructure improvements.

We have great companies like Mercedes Benz that are moving to our district because of its connectivity. As congressman, I will bring more focus on issues that bring us together.

Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most?

Our government is stagnant right now because we are not putting our country first. We are bogged down in

petty partisanship at levels I’ve never seen before. We must come together to find common sense solutions to the issues that hit home the hardest. I’m running a positive campaign about getting real results for our district and country. We are reaching out to Democrats, independents and Republicans who are ready to come together and end the constant arguing and bickering that seems to be drowning out the voices of hard-working Americans of all stripes.

Kurt Wilson (R) Education: Snead State Jr. College, University of Mississippi and Jacksonville State University.

Previous Employment: Saxby’s licensee and real estate company owner.

Political experiWILSON ence: None Platform: Enforcing term limits, eliminating deficit spending, spurring private sector jobs and devolving the power of government back into the hands of local citizens.

What made you decide to run?

It is time for ordinary Americans with a passion for our great country to rise and demonstrate the political courage to do the right thing, attack onerous regulatory agencies, end deficit spending and provide leadership to issues that include defense, transportation and health crises.

If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation?

I believe many of us agree on the various challenges facing us, and many of us agree on more than we disagree about.

My belief is that if we focus on the issues and solutions we can agree about, much of what we disagree about can be resolved.

I also believe term limits diminish partisan politics; term limits take away political ambition, set timetables for accomplishment and force everyone to work together Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most?

I think darn near most of us think it is broken whether you are on the Republican, Democratic, independent, Libertarian, conservative, liberal, you name it.

I don’t think it is many folks, unless of course, you are one of those folks who reside in Washington, D.C. – then you are probably not as apt to be so critical, and that is the problem. We need a political reformation!

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Post 4 candidates attend open forum Roswell council race narrows to four

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com The 90-minute candidate forum covered a range of issues. This then is Part 1 of the forum. Part 2 will appear in next week’s edition of the Herald.

ROSWELL, Ga. — The Roswell Women’s Club gave residents an opportunity Feb. 28 to learn more about the Post 4 candidates for City Council at its candidate forum. The seat is up for a special election March 21, after it was vacated when Kent Igleheart resigned following his arrest on child sex charges.

Lori Henry, Marie Willsey, Shelley Sears and Shawn Wright all answered questions submitted to them by the public. Appen Media Group’s Hatcher Hurd served as the moderator for the night.

What skills and ideas do you bring to the table?

Wright: One of the biggest things we need to look at is how can we make one Roswell?

Instead of us just trying to force things down your throat, let’s take a look at what we can do. Take the City Council, for instance.

WRIGHT What I would propose is having one person each represent East Roswell, Central Roswell and West Roswell and then have three at-large City Council members. Then, each area of Roswell can get fair representation.

Henry: I’ve served on Roswell City Council for eight years.

Zoning and redevelopment are what I love.

I feel like I can hit the ground running from day one. What we need in this city right now is to be proactive about HENRY bringing in business and courting corporations. We’re at a crossroads – at a tipping point – we all moved to Roswell for a reason, and high density is not one of them. We’ve got the live and play down pat, what we need is the work.

Willsey: What I bring is the ability to build relationships and work together for a solution we can all agree

on. I would like to see more input from the public and from stakeholders for the revitalization of the Holcomb Bridge corridor and for the Planning and Zoning process. I also think it’s very important to build relationWILLSEY ships with businesses and to attract them to Roswell, and to respect our staff, consultants and each other.

Sears: One of the things I’d like to bring is unity to our City Council and have everyone on the same page, whether it’s the East or West side. Part of Roswell has deteriorated, the corridor out of Holcomb Bridge, SEARS and that needs to be re-energized. I’m also a firm believer that we all need to be thinking about transportation. Since there’s no more land in Roswell, we got to do something about transportation, because building is going to continue to come.

Should the city be actively involved in soliciting reinvestment in Roswell and support new economic development here or should we be more on guard about new developments that bring density?

Henry: We need to be very proactive. That is what I’m proposing: to bring in the right kind of development that we want. What I believe is happening right now is that we are not bringing anyone to us, we are reacting to things that come to us.

If you bring in Class A office, that will bring in daytime visitors that are not a strain on our services, and they also support the existing retail.

Willsey: We have had three economic revitalization studies on the Holcomb Bridge corridor: in 2003, 2007 and 2012. We’re still looking at the same problems and trying to solve them. And we’re getting ready to do another one.

I would like to help lead this economic redevelopment study and make sure that what we find out by bringing stakeholders, the community and investors together is a plan that we can implement.

Sears: I want our city to get more involved. We need businessmen and women to step forward and say “I have an idea.” That’s where we grow. We

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From left, Shelley Sears, Marie Willsey, Lori Henry and Shawn Wright discuss the future of Roswell. don’t grow if we don’t talk to each other.

You can’t expect seven people sitting up here to run the show and get your input. We need business, development and ideas. You’re the voters. It’s your tax dollars.

Wright: We’ve been talking and studying a lot in Roswell. The studies in 2003 and 2007, nothing came of them.

The project has got to move forward, otherwise we spend another half a million or a million dollars on all these studies and we get nothing done. It’s time for action.

What ideas do you have for reinvigorating Roswell? Or, does Roswell really need reinvigorating?

Wright: I think that we are all in agreement that there are areas that need to be revitalized. I like to look at the different places in the city and see what is unique. We need to accentuate that. I would like to, at least once every month, go out to different areas of Roswell and talk to people, ask them what they would like to see.

Sears: We need work on the [east] side of Roswell, because we’ve got a lot of brown space over there – major commercial areas that are sitting vacant.

When you start losing business like that, you have to take a deep look at yourself as a city. Canton Street is chic and new, but we’ve got to think about what’s going on the other side also. We need to be unified all the way across.

Willsey: A couple of things need to come together for that revitalization to happen. First of all, any new development has to be economically viable and attract the right kind of investor. It has to be sustainable long term. One of the most important aspects is what will the community allow? We really need to look long and hard about coming together for a plan to revitalize and stick to it.

Henry: To grow and prosper and thrive, a city has to reinvest in itself on a daily basis. What are the daily needs that the city has? We need to balance those very carefully. In the past, we’ve

One candidate drops out Tracy Hanley recently withdrew her bid for the Post 4 seat after her campaign drew some personal attacks.

She said: “I was hoping that this could be a positive campaign, one focused on the issues that Roswell voters care about. Unfortunately, it has become clear that some of my political opponents intend to try to take advantage of the fact that – like many people whose marriages have not worked out – I have been involved in divorce and custody proceedings.

Rather than focusing on public policy issues that matter to Roswell, those individuals have decided to inject issues from my personal life into this campaign.

“Their decision to do that necessarily means that personal issues involving the lives of my three young children, and my family generally, will become fodder for negative campaigning. It would not be fair to them for me to allow that to occur.”

Hanley, however, said that she plans to remain an active citizen and to keep working with Roswell.

“I fully intend to remain actively involved in our city, and to do everything I can to continue to serve our citizens,” Hanely said. “I am very grateful to the many hundreds of people, including my campaign team and volunteers, who have supported me during this process.”

locked on to one item without thinking about the other issues. We need to reinvest in our parks, our commercial corridors and our historic district.

More questions and answers from Feb. 28 forum will be released in next week’s paper.

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Animal exploitation is the reason circus is closing Ray, I can appreciate your happy memories as a child visiting the circus. The circus is closing down because of the animal exploitation involved in “tiger taming” and “elephant training.”

Some 143 years ago, when Ringling started performing circuses, the concept of animal exploitation and abuse was unheard of. Now, as a society, we know better. It is not the humans performing tricks for entertainment that is disturbing, but animals “trained” to perform tricks for human amusement.

You may not be aware of the methods used to “train” animals whipping, electric prods, etc.

Elephants are chained in garage-like enclosures and “trained” with bull hooks, striking them and causing pain.

That is why Ringling is closing.

As a society, we now know better.

They could easily continue to have a People Circus. These people can make their own choices to be a performer and not be whipped or hit with an electric prod when they do something wrong.

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Killing contests are unsporting and cruel. These events violate the hunting principles of fair chase and respect for animals and their habitats. Sponsors and organizers of the event reward contestants with cash and prizes for killing the most animals or the largest ones they can. Competitive and indiscriminate killing of live animals for “fun” or prizes is unethical.

Killing coyotes disrupts their social structure, which encourages more breeding and migration and, in the end, results in more coyotes.

Additionally, coyotes’ favorite prey consists of rodents and rabbits. Studies show that coyotes balance their ecosystems, and have trophic cascade effects such as indirectly protecting ground-nesting birds from smaller carnivores.

Allowing this blood sport to continue gives hunters and wildlife agencies a black eye and sends a dangerous message to our youth that killing is fun.

Gratuitously slaughtering animals for thrills and prizes is out of step with our current understanding of ecosystems and the important role each species plays.

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Seeking Peach State fans Whether you just moved here or are a native Georgian, you probably know Peach State residents have a lot of pride in their state.

We love telling people how great KATHLEEN STURGEON our state is, but just don’t ask us about Editor kathleen@appenmediagroup.com our Atlanta sports teams.

So when I received a letter a few weeks ago from a middle school student in Indiana, I knew our readers would be more than happy to help.

The student, Blake, said his class was currently reading, “The Watsons Go to Birmingham.” The students were charged with contacting newspapers across the country in whatever state they wanted as part of a class project.

Clearly Blake chose the Herald newspapers, he said, “Because I have cousins who live (in Georgia) and visited them last year. I would like to revisit them and make some stops around your area and state.”

Now, being in the South we sometimes get flack for various issues and are often stereotyped pretty negatively and harshly. So when he reached out to me, I jumped on the chance to help him and to portray our state in a more positive light. He has asked the readers to please write to him and tell him why you all like Georgia, including interesting facts about the state and fun activities visitors can do here.

I posted on my personal social media asking what my local friends enjoy about our state.

One friend said our state is interesting because our terrain varies so widely from mountains, to beaches, swamps to rolling farm land and small towns to towering cities, all within a few hours’ drive of each other. One can stand atop the highest point in Georgia in the morning, and drive to the beach by evening for a sunset party.

She of course added that you must be sure to take in, aside from all of the beautiful sights, the smiles, sweet tea and southern charm from people from

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all walks of life. I might add grits to that list because they are a must-have staple in many Georgians’ diets, and they are delicious.

Other friends listed facts including the fact that we have the largest aquarium in North America. North Georgia has Tallulah Gorge, another friend wrote, which is like a mini Grand Canyon.

We are also known for our music scene and are really starting to become a big name in the movie industry.

Another person said she thinks the slogan, “Atlanta is the city too busy to hate,” was a good representation of our city.

I have to agree with all of my friends. I have lived in Georgia since I was a toddler, but I claim it as my home state for many reasons.

Everything seems to move slower down here, but in the best possible way. We are happy and friendly, of course. It must be all the beautiful weather and sunshine we get to enjoy.

But we are also pretty funny. If you’ve ever heard a native southerner talk in our slang, you’ll be in for quite an adventure.

There are an endless amount of attractions to visit here, from the World of Coca-Cola to historic Civil Rights sites to Centennial Olympic Park where the 1996 Olympics took place.

I’m sure I’m missing plenty of things to do. So please, write back to Blake and his teacher. I’m sure he’d appreciate every letter he receives. Let’s show him some of our famous southern hospitality.

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“Roswell is committed to transparency and citizen interaction by sharing information with the public in a timely and engaging manner,” said Patrick Baber, geographic information systems manager. “The city receives frequent requests for information concerning developments within Roswell city limits.

Generally, members of the public become aware of these projects only after clearing and construction have begun.

With this tool, interested members of the public can obtain all the pertinent information regarding prominent development projects, and be presented

Roswell is committed to transparency and citizen interaction by sharing information with the public in a timely and engaging manner.”

PATRICK BABER Geographic information systems manager

Roswell’s new interactive map shows the current status of all ongoing development and construction planned or taking place in the city. with contact information for additional details.”

The map shows 39 projects currently planned or in development throughout Roswell. It is updated weekly. As a project’s status progresses – for example, from pending review to approved or under construction – its color on the map updates to appropriately reflect the changes.

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links to any Planning & Zoning public meetings for all relevant projects. Residents can then attend the meeting and raise any questions or concerns.

Baber said this allows residents to learn more about projects before the clearing and construction phases even begin.

The map was designed and developed over a period of four months by a Roswell staff team from the Engineer-

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“Currently, the Development Projects map is a standalone application, but future GIS tools may provide integration with yet more data and provide additional functionality for users,” Baber said. “The city has committed to a three-year upgrade of the map’s GIS capabilities.”

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Laws protecting human life I read “What I want my daughters to know,” (February 9 Alpharetta-Roswell Herald), and thought there were several good points in it.

I would like to offer a differing opinion to the statements “no government should ever have a say over your choice to have or not to have children” and “you deserve to have full control of your body and what happens to it at all times.”

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Is it OK to objectify a human and treat the life in the womb as property?

The government creates laws to protect human life. That’s why we have anti-slavery laws, seat belt laws and laws against murder.

For those who deny it’s taking a life (that it’s a medical procedure and not a life with rights until it’s born) please review the science.

At the moment of fertilization there is a developing, alive human life in the womb.

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Project at a glance • Northwinds Summit • Haynes Bridge Rd. at Ga.400 • 1.1 million s.f. Class A office • 30,000 s.f. of retail/restaurants • 140-room hotel • 140 apartment units • 32 condominium units

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta’s skyline is set to grow with plans submitted

by Pope and Land that will place 1.1 million square feet of office space at the intersection of Haynes Bridge Road and Ga. 400.

It is a staggering $450 million project, but Pope and Land director and development partner Kerry Armstrong says it is the right development at the right time and in the right place.

The property is zoned for the Class A office space, but Pope and Land wants to create a campus that will also include apartments, condominiums, a 140-room hotel and 30,000 square feet of commercial space.

“This is something that has been in the works for some time,” Armstrong said. “After all, Pope & Land has owned that property for 25 years.”

The project is ready to move forward now, and will go before the Alpharetta Planning Commission then to the City Council for final approval.

Office is the primary use for the project. The commercial-retail will be mostly to service the residents and office needs for the project. The hotel as well will likely be little competition to existing hotel beds, again supplying the requirements of the onsite office users.

“It is a live-work-play-stay development. It will include a health club and other services oriented for the location,” Armstrong said. “But this product is

heavy on jobs. That is what the market is – jobs.”

The apartments, condos and retail mix are the right size to complement the live-work-play environment, he said.

“It creates a livable, walkable destination. It’s the right product for the suburbs and especially Alpharetta.”

Another element that Armstrong is keen on is the location will be on the southern link of the city’s inner loop walking trail. It’s the kind of amenity that the tenants Pope & Land are seeking to have.

“We’re excited about that and anxious to get working on that with them.

It’s a great plan, and we’re in a position to figure prominently with it,” Armstrong said.

The first phase is contemplated to be 185,000 square feet of office. Ultimately the office will have one component of five-story office and a second two-story office component.

“The other buildings envisioned – depending on the market – would be 350,000 square feet, or 13-, 14-, or 15 stories. That area has always been

identified as Alpharetta’s suburban high-rise site,” Armstrong said.

Armstrong concedes it is a lot to put on a 24-acre site, but that it can accommodate it with direct access off Ga. 400.

“There is not a better site than Haynes Bridge and Ga. 400. It’s where the transportation infrastructure, the traffic signals and everything are.”

For many years the project lay mostly dormant as a joint partnership between Pope and Land and Duke Realty. Then Pope and Land bought out Duke. And now it is bringing the project forward.

Mayor David Belle Isle said he has not yet seen the plans – it was only submitted last week – but it looks like the third leg of the Alpha Link, the proposed inner loop city trail that will link with Alpharetta City Center and Avalon.

“The loop is designed in such a way as to be an anchor on Haynes Bridge Road,” said Belle Isle.

With North Park on North Point Parkway, a 48-acre mixed-use development of Class A office, condos, apartments and retail, Alpharetta is seeing a building boom unlike anything since the mid-1990s.

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State Farm triggering massive Setting prices for your products, urban creation in Dunwoody services Development of State Farm’s new $1 billion, 2.2 million-square-foot Dunwoody campus is well underway and will trigger a significant change to that area. It will create a ‘MidtownGEOFF SMITH like’ atmosphere Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com and a need to expand mass transit.

We at Assurance Financial had a good view of the first, 19-story building that rose above the tree-line outside our Dunwoody office. It’s an attractive building, and alone, looks huge. Now that it’s up, I can start to imagine how big this development will be as developer KDC plans to start construction this year on a 21-story and another 19-story building to be completed in 2019 and 2020.

The campus will eventually house 8,000 State Farm employees in addition to employees working in space that the company will lease out. The campus is more than an office building. The first floors will eventually house 100,000 square feet of retail, restaurants and entertainment, and there will be a 175-room hotel on site.

This next phase also includes a walkway over Hammond Drive connecting the campus to the Dunwoody MARTA station.

The campus is a major investment

by State Farm. And if you look on their website, they believe having a campus like this will be critical in securing the workforce they’ll need over the next several decades. Corporations today are looking ahead at a workforce that will consist of mostly millennials. And those corporations are betting heavily right now on creating work environments that will be attractive to tomor-

Because of this desire for public transportation, properties surrounding MARTA stations have become similar to ocean-front properties.

row’s workforce. These environments include walkable, urban environments with easy access to public transportation.

State Farm is marketing those features to potential employees on its website, selling Atlanta as an “exciting metropolitan area that successfully combines Southern hospitality with cutting-edge innovation.” And specifically referring to its new campus: “Atlanta-based employees are within walking distance to shopping, dining, day care, public transportation, and recreation.”

In actuality, if long-range plans for the area are carried out, State Farm is underselling the urban environment. Dunwoody already approved a $20-million bond that will create a connector road behind the campus that will give motorists a dedicated exit off 285 to the campus.

The road will also give another road-front behind the campus and to the old Goldkist headquarters site next door, where a developer has already proposed building two high-rise office towers, two high-rise residential tow-

ers, a hotel and a conference center.

Other high rises have been proposed across Hammond Drive surrounding the Dunwoody MARTA station.

Because of this desire for public transportation, properties surrounding MARTA stations have become similar to ocean-front properties. But instead of selling the view, property owners are selling the short-walking distance to mass transit. This is important because adding this many new daytime and nighttime people to the area will stress transit infrastructure.

Local officials are looking at ways to quickly expand mass transit so that riders don’t even have to drive to the MARTA stations to park. Sandy Springs Mayor Rusty Paul announced in his State of the City address this year his desire to build a light-rail system.

He didn’t announce any specific plans, but there has been talk of an east-west line running along Abernathy Road/Perimeter Center from Dunwoody, through Sandy Springs and possibly out to the new Braves Suntrust Park/Battery development.

He said he was inspired by his recent trip to Dallas, Texas, a city that consistently competes with Atlanta for corporate relocations.

“We’ve got to sell our partners on this large vision,” he was quoted as saying. “If we don’t do something now…we are consigning the metropolitan area to second-rate status in the second half of the 21st Century.”

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Honey & Hazel to move shop New location will be across the street on North Point Parkway

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — One of Alpharetta’s most beloved locally owned boutiques is moving. But it’s not going far.

Honey & Hazel boutique, run by mother-daughter owners Julie Gordy and Grace Gordy Mohr, is opening up across the street from their current store to North Point Village also on

North Point Parkway.

The store was always a dream for the two.

“This is always something we talked about doing,” Gordy Mohr said. “Joining forces was something we always talked about. We had a good opportunity to start the store. Here we are three years later.”

The new store is set to open sometime in April, after the company’s third birthday. Their current lease is up in April so this is a good time for change, Gordy said.

They caught wind of the space across the street being open and after touring it said it felt perfect.

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The new store will have a similar feel to the current location.

Other stores have also moved to the shopping center, including Ulta Beauty, joining current similar female-oriented shops like Loft, Treasures Formal and Bridal shop and Chico’s.

“The new location will give customers easy access in and out,” Gordy said.

“We will also have more visibility which is what we wanted the most.”

Their new shopping center is designed for customers to be able to park their cars and walk from store to store, Gordy Mohr said. The new location will be a little bit bigger, but size wasn’t a deal-breaker for the owners.

“If you drive or walk past us now, people often say, ‘I’ve been meaning to get in there,’” Gordy said. “We want people to come in. The visibility is the key issue.”

The store has won numerous awards in the past, which Gordy said makes them “pinch themselves” to remember it’s real. She said the new exposure will help the store grow.

“Something’s working. We’re doing something right since we have a location out of the way,” Gordy said. “We care about our customers. They all become family and know that we care about our product and service.”

Sometimes new shoppers are skeptical of the store due to the target customers being a wide range of women.

“They look at me and go, ‘she’s old.

What is she doing here? What does she know?’” Gordy said. “It’s great with Grace being 29 and me being 60-yearsold. The average shopper is anywhere from 20 to 50-years-old.”

And being a mother-daughter family owned and run business helps draw in

Julie Gordy, right, and her daughter Grace Gordy Mohr have been running the boutique for three years.

the customers, too, Gordy said.

“We saw one of our first customers get married,” Gordy Mohr said. “She had a baby and her middle name is Hazel after us. It’s fun to see how everyone evolves in life. It’s nice to be close to our customers.”

For updates on the new location opening, visit shophoneyandhazel.com or facebook.com/honeyandhazel.

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Emory Orthopaedics welcomes Dr. Lisa Foster

Providence Bank hires new staff members

Scientific Games wins new Norsk Tipping contract

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center welcomes a new non-operative spine physician, Dr. Lisa Foster to its Johns Creek practice.

Foster joins Dr. Kyle Hammond; Dr. Neeru Jayanthi; Dr. Scott Maughon; Dr. Oluseun Olufade, Dr. Mathew Pombo and Dr. Richard Thomas at the clinic at 6335 Hospital Parkway in Johns Creek.

Foster is a board-certified, fellowFOSTER ship-trained interventional physiatrist. She has extensive training in minimally invasive, fluoroscopic guided procedures for the treatment of various spinal disorders.

“We’re confident Dr. Foster will strengthen the presence of the Emory Spine Center at our Johns Creek location to make world-class spine care more accessible for patients north of the metro Atlanta area,” says Boden.

Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center has also added six new exam rooms to serve more patients.

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Providence Bank recently welcomed two new additions to its staff; Beverly Skelton as Vice President/Branch Manager and Tamy Davis as a teller.

Both new employees bring decades of local banking experience to their positions.

Skelton began her banking career in 1983 and has been a part of the SKELTON North Fulton banking community since 2000.

Davis is also a familiar face in the local banking community. As a lifelong North Fulton resident, Davis began working with her grandfather at Roswell Bank in the 1980s and has remained in banking ever since.

Providence Bank is the only community bank locally chartered in the Alpharetta and Milton community.

ATLANTA — Scientific Games Corporation recently announced that Norsk Tipping, Norway’s national lottery operator and World Lottery Association member, has awarded the company two new three-year contracts to provide interactive casino and eInstant games.

The contracts, which Scientific Games won following a competitive procurement process, may be extended for one additional year.

The Company’s world-class digital content will be offered to Norwegian players via a single point of delivery through Scientific Games’ secure remote gaming server platform.

Scientific Games also provides Norsk Tipping with lottery instant games as well as lottery gaming systems and retail technology.

The company is also collaborating with the lottery to innovate in areas such as product portfolio management, prize structures and payouts and retail product display.

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NorthFulton.com | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | March 9, 2017 | 19

Alpharetta Chamber director wants members with ‘big hearts’ New leader wants membership committed to helping

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Riding a wave of economic expansion, Alpharetta is poised to play host to a growth in business exceeding anything it’s seen in the past.

Work begins this month to develop 41 parcels for shops and restaurants, an office tower and residential buildings in downtown’s City Center.

Phase II of Avalon, set to open in April, will feature an additional 80,000 square feet of retail, a Class A office towers, luxury rental units and a 325 room hotel and conference center.

These are ripe pickings for a local chamber of commerce.

But not so fast, says Chamber Executive Director Kelsey Lynch.

“I’m all about quality over quantity,” Lynch said. “I just want the best people who have big hearts and want to support other local businesses.”

Lynch took the reins last November and immediately set the lofty goal of doubling the chamber’s 348 members this year.

So far, not too bad. The business organization has grown by almost 25 members since Lynch took over and the word is spreading.

Just last week Lynch streamed live a chamber event on Facebook inviting others to join in. That’s the sort of invite today’s members appreciate, she said peeking through the curtain before committing to entering the room.

“I don’t think I realized how attached and passionate I would become,” she said. “This job is changing the course of my life. I have a completely different outlook on what I want

to do and what I want to focus on.

It’s extremely satisfying.”

The Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce is governed by a 28-member board of directors — local business leaders dedicated LYNCH to fostering the business and residential climate in the city.

Lynch was brought on late last year to run the day-to-day affairs of the organization.

The past three months have been eye-opening, she said.

“What I’ve seen is that there is an overwhelming number of business owners who aren’t getting a real experience,” she said. “I’ve seen a lot of people who have fallen through the cracks.

They don’t have as much visibility as they could have.

“A lot of them aren’t seeing the value of joining a chamber. That’s across the board.”

Lynch knows something about being an outsider. She began her own pastry business out of her home in 2008 and, by chance, linked up with the right people who guided her into distributing her product to countless other businesses and events.

For four years, she supplied Tin Lizzy’s five area locations with 2,000 cupcakes a week, plus catered parties, luncheons and special events.

In all that time baking, packaging, delivering and marketing, she never joined the local chamber.

“That’s the biggest mistake and regret I have,” she said when asked about it last November.

As a small business owner she did not realize what a chamber could do then.

“I just didn’t know.”

Today, she said she “would have killed to have been a part of such an

Project: Continued from Page 16 Belle Isle attributes the up-tick in economic development to a lot of “good business decisions, especially from the technology sector.”

He points to the $100 million expansion recently announced by Jackson Healthcare as another example.

“The Avalon office building has added Microsoft as a tenant. And it has been reported to me that it is completely leased out,” Belle Isle said. “I believe this was the first ‘spec’ office building started outside the perimeter since the late 1990s and to have 100 percent pre-leased is a huge step.

“So I can certainly see there is growing demand.

organization.”

It has opened her eyes to what a chamber can be to young entrepreneurs. ”I’m in a unique position, because I was an entrepreneur, and I’ve learned so much along the way about how to run a business successfully,” Lynch said.

“I feel like I’m up for the challenge, actually give these people something they can learn about and how they can really further their business. We’re not just going to print up a newsletter and make up a website.”

One thing she is committed to is personal contact.

“I’ve been doing a lot of one-onones,” she said. “I’ve seen a lot of positive feedback from that. Every single time a new member joins, I reach out to them.”

It’s from these personal contacts that Lynch learns where a business might need help.

In a recent case, a man had opened a gym in Alpharetta, but he wanted to include a full scope of services including daycare, nutrition counselling and a juice bar.

Lynch put her in touch with a businessman she knows who operates a juice bar and the two formed an agreement whereby juice products from the store are sold at the gym.

Lynch said those are the kinds of services a chamber should offer all members – something beyond attending gatherings and handing out business cards.

“That would’ve never have happened if I hadn’t sat down and figured out exactly what this gentleman needed to get him moving faster than he would have on his own,” she said. “I want to help when it comes to resources.”

She said chambers can boast about how big of a network they have, but it’s often like throwing people into a pool and expecting them to find one another.

“Why not facilitate that process,

We have confidence in the market and we have confidence in Alpharetta. This is a big bet, but we think the timing is right.

It will take many years to come to full buildout.”

KERRY ARMSTRONG Pope and Land director and development partner Obviously, we will have to study the application and hear from the public. But I think this type of develop-

I’m all about quality over quantity. I just want the best people who have big hearts and want to support other local businesses.”

KELSEY LYNCH Alpharetta Chamber Executive Director because in my mind is a database of members,” she said. “And, I know who is who. Because I talk to everyone all day and hear their challenges, I keep that in the back of my mind.

“So when I’m out and about and I hear a conversation where someone expresses a need, I can immediately pull it.

“I’ll say ‘I know exactly what you’re talking about. I have just the person you need to talk to,’” she said.

But pursuing all the one-on-one is time consuming, and Lynch says it keeps her away from the office a lot.

She depends on event coordinator Kristen Franks, her only staffer, to handle much of the event scheduling and online updates.

“That’s one of the things I want to change,” she said. “As we continue to grow – and I can show that growth to our board – that’s when we’ll be able to start hiring more people.”

No matter how many are added, though, Lynch said she will remain at the forefront with members, finding out how the chamber can better serve them.

“You can go to any organization and deal with a membership representative,” she said. “Right out of the gate, I want them to realize they can rely on me.”

ment makes sense at the southern point of our loop and right next to 400.”

Technology companies want to be here, and Alpharetta is the logical place.

“It used to be technology companies wanted to be out on a divided highway somewhere by themselves.

Now the trend is that they want to be around other things that are happening. And Alpharetta has a lot of things happening,” Belle Isle said.

The project is the largest ever contemplated in Alpharetta.

“We have confidence in the market and we have confidence in Alpharetta. This is a big bet, but we think the timing is right. It will take many years to come to full buildout,” Armstrong said.

If the zoning goes through, Pope & Land plan to get phase 1 under way quickly.

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CALENDAR JCVA DINNER MEETING

‘MAYA ANGELOU: AND STILL I RISE’

The Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers presents the story of Maya Angelou, an inspirational singer, dancer, activist, poet and writer. This film celebrates her life with rare archival photos and videos of her as well as interviews with friends and family. A Q&A with the filmmaker will follow the showing. It will be shown Sunday, March 12, 7-10 p.m. at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell. For more information, visit roswellgov.com.

Looking to get the word out about your event? Submit it to our online calendar at NorthFulton.com/Calendar.

EVENTS: JOHNS CREEK RESTAURANT WEEK

What: Sample 23 of Johns Creek’s finest restaurants and culinary concepts with food specials for one week only. There is a free JCRW app to see all participating restaurants and their specials.

When: March 5-11, times vary Where: Throughout Johns Creek More info: johnscreekadvantage.org

BULLOCH HALL QUILT SHOW

What: The Bulloch Hall Quilt Guild will present their 35th Great American Cover-Up Quilt Show, featuring around 200 quilts made by local artists and displayed throughout the antebellum home.

When: March 10-19 Where: Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave, Roswell More info: bhqg.org

ALPHARETTA POLICE K-9 5K FOOT CHASE

What: The race is on a certified course with chip timing. There will be the chance to win prizes just for entering.

All of the proceeds will benefit the Alpharetta Public Safety Foundation.

Other dogs are welcome.

When: Saturday, March 11, 7:30-9:30 a.m.

Where: Alpharetta Community Center, 175 Roswell St., Alpharetta More info and registration: awesomealpharetta.com

MACFESTIVUS AND 1/2K

What: Join this second annual family friendly event with live music, bag pipes, Irish dancers, face painting, balloon artists, beer and food.

When: Saturday, March 11, noon-6 p.m.

Where: MacMcGees, 936 Canton St., Roswell More info: macmcgeepubs.com

HOME BUYERS WORKSHOP

What: Learn about how to become a homeowner in this free workshop and presentation by a local realtor and mortgage banker. There will be light refreshments and a door prize.

When: Saturday, March 11, 11 a.m.noon Where: Northeast Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info and registration: melissa@ nloans.net

NIGHT HIKE

What: Enjoy a guided night hike with limited artificial light at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve. Awake the senses and enjoy the natural world. S’mores and/or hot chocolate will follow.

When: Monday, March 13, 8:30 p.m.

Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $10 More info and tickets: autreymill.org

ROSWELL READS W RITING WORKSHOP

What: Guest lecturer and writer-inresidence Melissa Fay Greene will present a free writing workshop and go over how she crafts her stories. Greene is the author of “The Underdogs.”

When: Tuesday, March 14, 10 a.m.noon Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info and registration: roswellgov. com

VEGETABLE GARDENING – THE BASICS

What: This free class covers: soil preparation; seasonal planting (coolseason vs warm-season crops); planning your garden; mulching, weed control, fertilizing and pest control.

When: Tuesday, March 14, 7-8:30 p.m.

Where: Bill Johnson Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: nfmg.net

What: The Johns Creek Veteran’s Association will host their monthly social hour and dinner at this meeting.

Help honor and promote the welfare of local veterans and get them involved in community activities.

When: Wednesday, March 15, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Park Place at Newtown Park, 3160 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: $5 More info: jcvets.org or 678-512-3430

FREE TAX PREP

What: Get free tax preparation assistance by trained volunteers. See website for full list of documents to bring. Walk-ins welcome Fridays and Saturdays. Appointments available.

When: Through April 17, times vary Where: NFCC Education Center, 1125 Elkins Road, Roswell More info and registration: nfcchelp.org or vita@nfcchelp.org

FREE AARP TAX HELP

What: Trained helpers are offering free tax services in multiple AARP Tax-Aide centers throughout tax season.

When: Times vary Where: Multiple locations throughout Metro Atlanta More info and locations: aarp.org

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: “STEEL MAGNOLIAS”

What: Act 1 Theater presents the celebrated Southern classic of family and friendship, following the story of a group of strong and beautiful women as they encounter tragedy.

When: March 3-19, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m.

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

SCAD PRINTMAKING EXHIBIT

What: This exhibit showcases the innovative ways both traditional and digital printmaking processes can be utilized to express ideas and concepts in the 21st century. Presented by SCAD students, alumni and faculty When: March 11-April 21, times vary Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

ROSWELL DANCE STARZ

What: Roswell Dance Starz will be presenting their Winter Concert “Tribute: A Dancer’s Celebration of Art, Literature, Music, Film and Stage” showcasing their dance company members ages 7-18.

When: Saturday, March 11, 1-2:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info and tickets: tututix.com/ roswelldancestarz

ARTIST RECEPTION: GREG FERGUSON

What: Meet the artist behind the exhibit “Bearing Witness” The Photography of Greg Ferguson, which showcases Ferguson’s award-winning photography of the natural world.

When: Sunday, March 12, 3-5 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: gregferguson.us.com or 770594-6232

ATLANTA FLUTE ENSEMBLE CONCERT

What: The Atlanta Flute Ensemble will present their free spring concert, directed by Kathy Farmer. They will play a variety of melodies sure to relax and inspire. Reservations are required.

When: Wednesday, March 15, 10:30 a.m.

Where: Northeast Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info and registration: karen. swenson@fultoncountyga.gov or 770360-8820

“9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL”

What: With music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, this play is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. See the hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era.

When: March 16-25, times vary Where: Milton High School, 13025 Birmingham Highway, Milton Cost: tickets start at $15 More info and tickets: miltontheatrecompany.com

“OKLAHOMA!”

What: Roswell High School presents the story the classic musical about the 20th century frontier west and the romance between Curly, a cow-hand, and Laurey, a farm girl, as they start a new life together.

When: March 16-19, times vary Where: Roswell High School, 11595 King Road, Roswell Cost: $12 in advance, $15 at the door More info and tickets: oklahomarhs. com

LIBRARY EVENTS: SHENANIGANS

What: Join Autism Improvised for this free six-week improv theater workshop for those with high-functioning autism, Asperger’s or similar traits. Have fun, make friends and gain confidence. Ages 14-26.

When: Wednesday, March 15, 1:302:30 p.m.

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

IT’S A MYSTERY BOOK CLUB

What: All mystery novel lovers are invited to join this club and the discussion of this month’s book, “The Woman Upstairs,” by Claire Messud.

Registration is required.

When: Saturday, March 11, 2-3 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info and registration: marcia. divack@fultoncountyga.gov

TECH HELP: DATABASES

What: Learn how to use the library’s free digital resources in this free hands-on class for students and adults.

Laptop users are welcome.

When: Saturday, March 11, 1-2 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

COOKING WITH CHEF LYNN

What: Alpharetta Library’s resident culinary artist Chef Lynn Ware, of Gourmet Solutions, will offer a free cooking demo with samples. This demo’s theme is a surprise.

When: Monday, March 13, 6-7:30 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info and registration: michael. salpeter@fultoncountyga.gov or 404613-6735

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What: Instructors from C2Education will help students prepare for the AP Psychology exam this spring. A practice exam will also be available next week.

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PET ADOPTIONS: FORSYTH COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER What: Pet adoptions When: Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Getting ready for white bass fishing There’s good news for Georgia anglers: the white bass are here again!

Warming temperatures and lengthening days are the triggers that launch the STEVE HUDSON annual springtime Get Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net white bass run, and the fishing that results can indeed be fast and furious.

It’s already happening in the southern parts of the state, and odds are that the excitement will begin in these parts any day now.

Traditional wisdom has it that white bass run about the same time the dogwoods bloom. The cause is a water temperature in the mid 50s.

What’s it like when white bass run? During the peak of the run, the numbers of fish in the rivers can be truly astounding. Fish of a half pound to a couple of pounds are the norm, though larger ones are sometimes encountered.

Every seasoned white bass enthusiast will affirm that when you catch one white bass, you can expect to catch more. It’s not just a fish here and a fish there. The number of fish can be amazing to those who have never experienced the fun of a white bass run.

Where can you look for white bass?

Focus on rivers and streams which feed large lakes. Hereabouts, check out the rivers and streams feeding Lake Allatoona (the Etowah and Little River) and Lanier (the Chestatee and the Chattahoochee). A little farther afield, check out the Coosa River (and of course the Oostanaula and Etowah, which join to form the Coosa), which feeds Alabama’s Lake Weiss. Many consider the Coosa run to be the best in the state.

While a boat definitely provides greater access to good white bass water, some areas (including the Little River at Olde Rope Mill Park near I-575 as well as Mayo Lock and Dam Park on the Coosa River) provide opportunities to fish for white bass from shore.

What about tactics? During the run, white bass tend to congregate below shoals, near the mouth of creeks, near large brushpiles, close to sandbars, or near other obstructions that interrupt the flow. Such areas can hold large numbers of fish and are considered prime spots, so don’t be surprised to find them crowded with anglers at times.

White bass are already running in southern Georgia, and will begin in these parts any day.

What kind of gear? Spinning enthusiasts do well with small, 2- to 3-inch, light-colored minnow imitations. Small plugs or in-line spinners will do the job; so will simple white jigheads fitted with a curly-tailed plastic grub. If your lure’s color scheme includes a touch of red or chartreuse, so much the better.

If you’re fly fishing, try bright and flashy streamers such as the Rolex or the Hudson Streamer. A weighted white Bream Buster tied on a size six or eight hook will work too. You want fairly heavy flies so they’ll get down into the lower half of the water column.

Whether spin fishing or fly fishing, allow the lure to sink a bit before beginning the retrieve. Use the “countdown” technique - that is, allow the lure to sink to various depths while you count off seconds - to find the depth where the fish are holding. Then simply use a more-or-less steady retrieve – and hold on!

Because no complicated techniques are required, white bass is particularly fun with kids. All that a young angler needs is a basic spinning rod and some grubtail jigs or spinners.

The white bass action will continue into April, when the fish will leave the rivers and return to the depths of the lakes. But while it’s on, it offers a great opportunity for some unforgettable fishing.

If you enjoy fly fishing for white bass, you may be interested in a special fly tying class set for Saturday, March 11, at Alpharetta Outfitters.

This class, taught by Yours Truly, is designed to teach you how to tie and fish some of the most effective flies for white bass fishing. There is a charge for the class. Space is limited, and preregistration is required. For more information, contact Alpharetta Outfitters at 678-762-0027.

Meanwhile, be sure to say hello if you see me out on one of our rivers over the next few weeks. White bass season is short, and odds are I’ll be out there every chance I get.

And holler if you hook a big one. I’ll come running and take your picture!

Spring brings great opportunities for getting outdoors, and one great way to do so is to hike one of the many great trails of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. Learn about hiking in CRNRA in Steve Hudson’s book “Hiking The Hooch.” It’s available on Amazon, from local outfitters, or at www. chattahoocheemedia.com.

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Risks and Limitations of Orthodontic Treatment

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Campers will meet some of the staff, and parents will have the opportunity to spend time with the directors. The camp is conveniently located 1.5hrs northeast of Atlanta in Cleveland, GA. For more information, please visit www.strongrockcamp.com or call Rebecca at (706) 348-1533. Come see why at Strong Rock everyone is family.

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Drones give kids a new view on science (NAPSI)—On October 5th, 4-H and flying drones will excite more than 100,000 kids about science in the nation’s largest youth-led engineering challenge.

4-H National Youth Science Day Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) will come to life for thousands of youth October 5th, when 4-H National Youth Science Day (NYSD)’s Drone Discovery Challenge kicks off across the country.

Sponsored by 4-H and HughesNet, NYSD is the largest youth-led science challenge in the U.S. Youth and mentors will explore the concepts behind drone flight by designing and building a camera-equipped glider. Participants will also learn computer coding by simulating drone flight online. Events take place in all 50 states while 4-H hosts a flagship event in Washington, D.C. The goal of NYSD is to excite kids about STEM through hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology. Drone Discovery teaches about controlled flight; payload and remote sensing; coding and programming, and practical tasks such as identifying invasive plants in a cornfield.

“Drones are an exciting topic for both kids and adults. Drones are already revolutionizing industry—filmmaking, search and rescue and agriculture, to name a few—but the technology is still young and there is so much room to innovate. That makes drones a great focus for learning,” said Jennifer Sirangelo, president and CEO of

National 4-H Council. “Picking exciting topics—rockets, robotics, drones—and giving kids hands-on learning opportunities is the best way to energize them about STEM and encourage them to dive in deeper.”

National Youth Science Day is one program in the STEM learning partnership between 4-H and HughesNet— America’s #1 choice for satellite Internet. Together, they expose students to hands-on science, technology, engineering and math learning by providing resources for youth across the country, especially small communities where STEM learning opportunities can be limited.

“There are youth all over the country with remarkable potential in STEM who just need a spark to trigger their passion,” said Peter Gulla, senior vice president, marketing at Hughes Network Systems. “HughesNet believes they should all have equal access to hands-on learning, which is why we’re proud to support National Youth Science Day and other 4-H programs to extend STEM resources to every community.”

To register for the event, download the experiment guides and order a science kit, please visit http://4-h.org/ parents/national-youth-science-day/.

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Find your family’s fun this summer with Alpharetta Recreation and Parks! Camps include Art Exploration, Sports Camps, Babysitter Boot Camp, and Specialty Camps (cheer, dance, gymnastics, LEGO, tennis).

One-week or multi-day sessions offered for ages 3-17; dates/times/ costs vary. Also available: General Day Camp at Wills Park, CIT Junior Counselor Program, and Camp Happy Hearts (for children with mild disabilities). Recreation classes continue during summertime too. Choose from cupcake decorating, harps, karate, outdoor adventure programs, teen drawing/art portfolio, tree climbing, swimming lessons, and more! Activities held at various locations in Alpharetta. For info: 678-297-6100.

To browse 2017 Spring/Summer Recreation Guide or to enroll: www. alpharetta.ga.us/recreation.

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Looking for a fun new sport?

Come learn to row or improve your skills at Saint Andrew Rowing Club in Roswell. Rising 6th -12th graders learn boat handling and rowing technique on the beautiful Chattahoochee River! Our smaller environment offers more time on the water and time with our excellent coaches! Intro to Rowing I: One week camps for beginners.

AM and PM sessions, $150/session; $250/full day.

Intro to Rowing II: Two week AM camps for those who have completed Intro I or an intro fall/spring season, $250/session. Dates: 6/12-6/16, 6/19-6/23*, 6/26-6/30, 7/10-7/14*, 7/17-7/21, 7/24-7/28* * Full Day option available.

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Science

Club SciKidz Science and Technology Camps: Club SciKidz offers children and teen’s age’s 4-5, exciting camps in science and technology.

Camps include experiments and projects in Video Game Creation, Robotics, Veterinary Science, Crime Scene Investigation, Culinary Science, Paleontology, Engineering, Space, Biology, Chemistry, Oceanography, LEGO Robotics, Medicine, Programming, 3-D Printing, and Drones. For 17 years, Club Scikidz has been providing an opportunity for young people to see how science works in the real world. Our 48 themed camps inspire interest in science and technology by involving children in the creation of a multitude of take-away projects in

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Overnight Camps

Camp Juliette Low (CJL) provides girls with exciting, outdoor experiences that foster self-confidence, promote teamwork, and develop leadership skills. At CJL, campers will find a place where they can be themselves, learn new skills, and have fun! CJL was founded in 1922 by Juliette Gordon Low, founder of the Girl Scouts, and maintains its rustic setting and time-honored traditions. Today, CJL operates independently from the Girl Scouts and is open to all girls ages 7-17. Located on beautiful Lookout Mountain, CJL offers one and two week sessions June 4-July 29, 2017.

Platform tents, outdoor adventure, traditional camping, fun and friendship! Preparing Girls for Confident Living and Leadership Since 1922. www.CJL.org

Traditional camp for the non-traditional camper Talisman Programs provide exceptional co-ed summer camp opportunities for young people ages 6-22 with high functioning Autism Spectrum Disorders (Aspergers), ADD/ADHD and other learning differences. Since 1980 our ACA-accredited programs have been offering unique alternatives to ordinary summer camps. We provide a structured, nurturing environment within an exciting adventure program in which our campers can have a successful summer while increasing social skills, a sense of personal responsibility and more positive self-image.

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Camp Woodmont on Lookout Mtn in NW GA is a traditional, overnight camp for boys & girls ages 6–14. Just 2 hours from Atlanta, Camp Woodmont features horseback riding, highropes, climbing, sports, dance, crafts, canoeing, archery & more!

Founded in 1981, Camp Woodmont is the perfect place to build lifelong friendships and everlasting memories.

Our deep-seeded traditions, close family atmosphere and caring counselors make campers feel secure, welcome & reassured! Counselors are college-age and live in the cabins with the campers. Our camp program is very well-suited to first-time campers. Come tour the camp at our Open House May 21, 2017 from 2-5 pm. 423-472-6070 or go to www. campwoodmont.com

Strong Rock Camp is a place our campers call “home” and everyone is family. A co-ed Christian camp in the northeast Georgia mountains offering 6-day mini and 13-day main sessions for 1st-11th graders. Our mature, talented, and service-oriented staff are the role models parents, and especially campers, are looking for. Unconditional love and acceptance help every camper belong. We build confident and independent kids through a wide range of activities, including horseback riding, archery, riflery, canoeing, climbing, swimming, outdoor living skills, super science, dance, drama, arts and crafts, team sports, tumbling, fishing and rock-

Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp. Horse lovers’ paradise since 1954! Located on 600 acres a’top Lookout Mountain in Cloudland, GA. Enrollment is limited to 50 girls, ages 8-17, offering one and 2-week sessions. We offer several riding programs and encourage each camper to participate in all of them: English and Hunt Seat; Western Stock Seat and Barrels (Gymkhana); Trails and Vaulting. CHA instructors teach beginner to advanced riders.

Spend 4-6 hours daily with your OWN camp horse. The Jones family are third generation horse lovers, camp administrators, and equine educators making girls dreams come true!

Come tour the camp at our Open House May 21 from 1-3pm. 706-8622231; www.valleyviewranch.com.

Camp SAY: A Summer Camp for Young People who Stutter; August 1-15, 2017. Camp SAY builds Confidence, Communication & Friendships! Our 2-week sleep-away camp combines the highest-quality traditional summer camp experience with programs that empower young people who stutter, ages 8-18. In addition to arts & crafts, sports, water activities, outdoor activities, performing arts, equestrian program & more, optional Speech Therapy is available with an SLP, expert in stuttering.

Camp SAY is ACA-accredited and located on a 500-acre, facility (near Asheville). Financial aid is available for tuition & travel. Visit CampSAY. org, download a brochure: bit.ly/ campsay, email Meg@SAY.org, or call 828.393.4244. Camp SAY, 179 Blue Star Way, Hendersonville, NC 28793

Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont offers nature, backpacking, science adventure and family camps inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Imagine splashing around in an icy-cold mountain stream, climbing ridges to an unbelievable view, or choosing from a variety of activities to discover nature through hands-on explorations, day hikes and crafts. Options for beginning campers as well as outdoor enthusiasts - ages 5 to 95.

Tremont Institute creates space for discovery, personal development and opportunities to unplug and explore.

Call (865) 448-6709 or visit http:// www.gsmit.org.

Located on the Tennessee side of the national park. Find us on Facebook @GSMITremont to see pictures and videos of the adventure that awaits!

MMA Summer Camp: Marine Military Academy offers a four-week, military adventure camp for school boys 12-18. MMA Summer Camp is highly physical and tightly structured. In 28 days, campers participate in 30+ military challenges and sports — from archery to mud diving, from paintball to ziplining. MMA also offers an English immersion camp. At ESL Summer Camp, campers spend 25 hours/week in the classroom learning English. In the afternoons and weekends, they participate in the same activities as the regular MMA campers.

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Dirty politics only demeans democratic process Smear campaigns, dirty tricks – these are part and parcel to the political process. It has been so as long as people have tried to sway popular opinion.

It doesn’t have to HATCHER HURD be that way, espeExecutive Editor hatcher@appenmediagroup.com cially in local politics. In many local elections it is hard enough to get local people to stand for election. It costs money, time and is a strain on already busy lives of one’s family.

As our national elections delve into new lows in what passes for decorum among candidates, we see it bubbling up not only in state politics but in our local elections too.

With the internet and social media we have the opportunity to reach a wider audience with a high degree of anonymity.

I think a new low was reached in Roswell when repugnant slugs actually stapled copies of a candidate’s divorce decree on her campaign signs. Such slimy behavior is of course reprehen-

sible which is why the perpetrators remain anonymous.

Another reprehensible punk trick sent out anonymous email blasts accusing another Roswell council candidate of having a “secret mosque in his basement.” As if Muslims skulk around in people’s basements.

Mosques are not uncommon in North Fulton where we practice the freedom of religion the U.S. Constitution guarantees us all. So disseminating the scurrilous idea that a “secret” mosque is harbored among unsuspecting neighbors is designed to play upon fear and prejudice.

Of course one candidate makes no secret of his involvement with a Christian organization that helps Iranian Christians who do face persecution in their country. And he does invite Iranian Christians into his home for devotionals.

We pay lip service to the notion that we in this country are color blind and indulge in the free and open practice of religion. Yet such political shenanigans as these fray the fabric of the political process.

Now we will never rid our larger political frays of the dictum: All’s fair in

We should remember they have spouses and family in the community. To stand for office or serve on boards does not give license to treat these fellow citizens as if they had targets on their backs and hunting season is open. love, war and politics.

So it was in the days of the founding fathers of this nation – if anything they were nastier than today. But we should demand common decency in our local elections.

To countenance this type of base behavior for a Roswell City Council election or any city does irreparable harm. When members of Roswell’s volunteer boards have their motives called into question and accused of baseless ulterior motives – as current council members have done – that goes too far.

Not only is it insulting, it cheapens the political process.

It also has a chilling effect that deters good citizens from coming forward and participating in community government. Shame on us for allowing such behavior to go this far.

The people who stand for office and serve with little thanks on volunteer boards do the community much service.

We should remember they have spouses and family in the community.

To stand for office or serve on boards does not give license to treat these fellow citizens as if they had targets on their backs and hunting season is open.

I call on all of the candidates to foreswear such base practices and pledge to run on the merit of their ideas and leave dirty tricks to the professional politicians.

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ROSWELL, Ga. — The Historic Roswell Business Alliance recently announced its new board of directors, and the new board chair has already hit the ground running.

Launched in 2015, the HRBA is an alliance between businesses and organizations on Canton Street and throughout Historic Roswell.

Rand Cabus, of Mojo Vinyl, now succeeds Ryan Pernice as the board chairman. He will serve for two years CABUS until the next vote.

“As the new chairman, my goal is to promote our website to the metropolitan Atlanta area. It’s to get them to the businesses’ front doors,” Cabus said.

“I want to make all Atlantans realize what a great daytrip Historic Roswell is – that we have all of these wonderful activities, restaurants and adventures for them to explore.”

Cabus spearheaded the development of the website, exploreroswell. com, which was one of the group’s major projects this past year and was successfully launched May 2016.

It’s a mobile-friendly directory that aims to list and promote all of the businesses of the Historic District. The site currently lists more than 100 of them catalogued by their services along with upcoming events.

One of the association’s main goals is to build a sense of community between the organizations in the area and connect them with the city.

“Our primary goal is to help promote Historic Roswell and all the businesses there,” Cabus said. “We want to give a single voice, to be a lobbying group, to City Hall. That way, if there are things that we need in our Historic District, we can bring those things up in an organized fashion to our officials and city leaders.

“It’s to help guide the city to what the merchants want in an order of priority, what we think is more important to our needs and not just how the city views us,” Cabus continued. “All of this is to help become a more vibrant organization that helps the city and the businesses.”

The HRBA covers from Woodstock all the way down to the Chattahoochee River. This reach encompasses five neighborhoods: Canton Street, Webb Street, Oak Street, the square and the

I want to make all Atlantans realize what a great daytrip Historic Roswell is – that we have all of these wonderful activities, restaurants and adventures for them to explore.”

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river district.

A representative from each of these five districts serves on the HRBA’s board.

The new Board of Directors members working alongside Cabus are Ann-Marie Giglio, of Core Matters; Donna McDonald, of Muse& Co. Fine Art; Gretchen Griffin, of Roswell Yoga Life; Kelley Davis, of Harry Norman Realtors; and Shanon Schneider, of Synergy Fine Art. Cabus and the board have already started an initiative to pinpoint the major concerns in the community. The main issue the board has seen by far has been a push for more parking.

“We had a meeting at Pastis and sent out a little questionnaire asking, ‘What are the five things you’d like to see happen in the Historic District?’”

Cabus recalled. “Number one, number two, number three, number four and number five were all ‘more parking.’”

While working on this major issue, Cabus is also looking into tackling smaller projects that the HRBA could help achieve, such as beautification projects and resolving signage issues.

One of their current projects, for example, is the “East and West Alley” project to renovate the alleyways on the east side of Historic Roswell and make the west side alleyways more walkable.

To learn about the HRBA and to get involved, visit exploreroswell.com or email hrba.roswell@gmail.com.

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Area students performing well in AP courses, exams Eight schools named to the state’s Honor Roll

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. - All eight traditional high schools in North Fulton were among those named to the 2016 Georgia Department of Education Advanced Placement (AP) Honor Schools.

The list recognizes schools offering students the most challenging curricula available, and whose students perform exceptionally well in these rigorous AP courses and at the end of course exams.

Honor Schools are named in six categories based on the results of 2016 AP courses and exams, with AP Merit Schools the most prestigious category.

Schools in this category have at least 20 percent of their student population taking AP exams, with at least half of all exams earning scores of 3 or higher.

All eight traditional high schools in North Fulton were among the select group of only 69 high schools in the state named AP Merit Schools. This group represents fewer than 15 percent of all public high schools in Georgia.

AP Merit Schools from Fulton County include Alpharetta, Cambridge, Centennial, Chattahoochee, Johns Creek, Northview, Milton and Roswell high schools.

These eight high schools were also named AP STEM Schools, AP STEM Achievement Schools, and AP Humanities Schools; all based on participation and exam scores.

The STEM categories recognize high schools with achievement in AP science, technology, engineering or mathematics courses. Humanities Schools include AP courses in English/language arts, social science, fine arts and world language.

Fulton School officials said the benefits for students taking AP courses and exams extends beyond high school.

“Our high schools are offering rigorous, college-level curricula to our students and many of them are earning credit for college by passing these exams,” said Susan Hale, school district spokeswoman. “It’s commendable to see so many of our schools recognized on this annual list year after year.”

The number of students participating in AP courses in Fulton County has increased by more than 40 percent over the past five years.

AP courses offer rigorous college-level learning options to students in high school. Each spring, exams

Three area schools among state’s top Title I schools Hembree Springs Elementary, River Eves Elementary and Amana Academy were among the five Fulton County schools recognized by the Georgia Department of Education as exceptional examples of progress and high academic achievement for Title 1 schools.

The North Fulton schools were named 2016-2017 Reward Schools by the GDOE, indicating the schools are succeeding in their efforts to educate students from varying socioeconomic backgrounds.

Reward Schools fall into two categories: Highest Performance and High Progress. All three area schools were named in the Highest Performance category, an elite group of only 81 schools statewide.

This category recognizes schools receiving Title I funds that are among the top 5 percent of schools in the state with the highest absolute performance over three years for all students on state assessments.

Renaissance Elementary in South Fulton and Woodland Elementary in Sandy Springs were named to the High Progress Category which recognizes schools in the top 10 percent statewide making the most progress in improving student achievement.

Title I is a federal program that provides additional funding to schools serving children in high poverty areas and who are most at risk for not meeting the state’s performance standards.

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School leaders ask for options on testing mandates SAT, ACT, ITBS results could be used for data under new legislation

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. - Officials with the Fulton County School System are strongly supporting legislation which could help districts reduce the testing burden on students, and provide more choices beyond the state’s singular assessment – the Georgia Milestones tests.

Last month, Fulton Superintendent Jeff Rose and school board member Katie Reeves testified in front of the state Senate Education and Youth Committee on behalf of Senate Bill 211, which gives local systems more options in meeting testing mandates.

“We support accountability and the concept of testing when used appropriately. We believe testing is a valuable tool to learn where our students are academically and how much further they need to go for improvement,” Rose said during the Feb. 23 hearing.

The bill passed the Senate on Crossover Day, March 3, and is now under House consideration.

SB211 is sponsored by Sen. Lindsey Tippins (R-Marietta) and authorizes, among other things, the State Board of Education to conduct a review of state and nationally-recognized assessments.

These include the SAT, ACT, Measures of Academic Progress, ACCUPLACER, 98 Stanford Achievement Test and the Iowa Test of Basic Skills.

School systems with flexibility waivers, which include most systems, could then select approved assessments to meet state and federal mandates for student testing.

The bill states “the proposed solution shall provide for local school

system flexibility...to the greatest extent permitted under federal law.”

During the committee hearing on SB211, Rose also urged lawmakers to allow systems options in how they assess student performance.

“Students and teachers throughout Georgia are overwhelmed by over-testing and the loss of instructional time.

We advocate that assessments should be limited to only those required under the Every Student Succeeds Act,” said Rose.

ESSA, which was passed by Congress last year, significantly cuts the number of federally mandated assessments for students to only 17 assessments in core subject areas.

However Georgia continues to mandate students take 38 assessments each year, in addition to those mandated at the local level. These high stakes tests, which determine student promotion, final grades, as well as teacher evaluations, are part of the Georgia Milestones (End of Grade in grades 3-8 and End of Course in high school).

School leaders have also expressed concern the Milestones provide little useable data. The tests are given toward the end of the year for most systems, with results not returned in time to make adjustments for the current year.

For this reason, Fulton school leaders are asking for decision-making power in how to best meet the needs of their students.

“When passing ESSA, the new federal education law, Congress expressly wanted to return control and decisionmaking to the local boards of education across the country,” said Reeves, whose district includes Milton and Alpharetta.

“This bill would allow local districts in Georgia to determine the best assessment for their students. It would allow Georgia to live up to the true spirit of the law.”

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Centennial’s Hoge named History Teacher of the Year Instructor honored at board meeting ROSWELL, Ga. – Centennial High School is proud to share that teacher Chad Hoge was recently honored at the Fulton County Schools Board for his achievements in teaching, including being named 2016 Georgia History Teacher of the Year by The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History.

Among Hoge’s other accomplishments, he led his students to another award-winning year in Model UN competition.

Hoge was also cited for demonstrating creativity and imagination in the classroom in his AP History classes.

State history teachers of the year receive a prize package that includes: • Certificate of recognition, a $1,000 award, • Collection of classroom resources to be presented in their name to the school library,

• Invitation to participate in a Gilder Lehrman Teacher Seminar.

Each winner’s school will become a Gilder Lehrman Affiliate School. Winners are honored in a ceremony in their state.

The Fulton Schools Board also invited five members of the Centennial Model UN team to be recognized for their achievements at the prestigious Vanderbilt University Model UN Conference held in late fall 2016.

The Centennial High School Model UN team is a leader in the nation and the only school in Georgia named in the top 150 Model UN programs.

The participating students recognized in the following categories: • Outstanding Delegate: Rogan Foulis; • Verbal Commendation: Conner Evan; • Honorable Mention: Riley Busbee, Grace Truax and Alexandra Chapman.

“It is very gratifying to see Chad Hoge recognized for his passion and commitment to educating tomorrow’s

Chad Hoge and five of his Model UN students are recognized at the Fulton County Board work session on December 6, 2016. Back row from left are Fulton County Superintendent Jeff Rose, CHS student U.N. delegate Riley Busbee, CHS student U.N. Alexandra Chapman, Hoge, School Board President Linda McCain.

Front row from left are CHS student U.N. delegates Grace Truax, Connor Evan and Rogan Foulis.

leaders,” said Principal Kibbey Crumbley. “We are very fortunate to have Chad at our school and in our district.

The students love him and it is clear from their accomplishments that they are also benefiting from his tutelage!”

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ROSWELL, Ga. — The City of Roswell’s Fire Department recently honored staff members for their bravery, dedication and outstanding performances to Roswell and its residents.

Fire Chief Ricky Burnette presented several awards ranging from “Firefighter of the Year” to “Medical Life Saving” awards.

“Firefighter of the Year” was awarded to the late Frank Martinez, 45, for the strength he exhibited as a firefighter.

Chief Burnette said, “[Martinez] was a firefighter’s firefighter. He was always there for his brother or sister firefighter no matter what.”

His wife and two sons accepted the award on his behalf. Martinez passed away last December after a two year battle with cancer.

The “Employee of the Year” award is chosen by peers within the fire department to an employee who exhibits the values of the fire department. This year, Captain Pabel Troche was notably selected for his strong work ethic, willingness to assist all around him and his selflessness.

“Officer of the Year” was also awarded to Captain Troche as peers recognized him for his strong leadership skills and traits of a true leader.

He unofficially and officially served as a mentor to many in the department.

The highest recognition with the department, the “Fire Chief’s Recognition Award,” was awarded on Dec. 17, just three days before the passing of the re-

2016 Medical Life Saving Award recipients: Captain Daniel Sullivan FF/EMT-I, Chris Barney FF/EMT-I, Miguel Merritt FF/EMT-I, James Laudermilk FF/EMT-I, Seth Bowen FF/PMDC, Keith “Doc” Schneider FF/EMT-I, Andy Rivero FF/PMDC, Eric Hatten FF/EMT-I, Thomas Covington FF/PMDC, Mark Akins FF/EMT-I, Kevin Lewis FF, Travis Ward FF/PMDC, Andrew Riley Captain Brent Pennington FF/PMDC, Craig Delay FF/EMT-I, Chris Hilton FF/PMDC, Josh Carter FF/EMT-A, Eric Stover FF/EMT-I, Eric Evans cipient. Martinez was selected by chief officers for this award for his resilience, distinctiveness and sincere kindness exhibited through his impact on not only the Roswell Fire Department, but the profession as a whole.

Four separate critical incidents involving residents suffering from cardiac arrest landed several members of the fire department “Medical Life Saving Awards.” If not for quick actions, proper protocol and extreme composure during these incidents, some residents may not have been able to celebrate life with loved ones today.

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Centennial honors school’s 3 Merit finalists ROSWELL, Ga. – Centennial High School recently recognized the school’s three Merit Scholarship finalists for 2017: Karl Jocobi, Caroline Wittschen and Kyle Qian. That puts them in the top 1 percent of the 1.6 million students who took the initial screening test this year.

The National Merit Scholarship Program is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships, and has been around since 1955.

High school students enter the National Merit Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test – a test which serves as an initial screen of approximately 1.6 million entrants each year— and by meeting published program entry and participation requirements.

“We are so proud of these students and feel honored to stand beside them as they reflect on their own accomplishments,” said CHS Principal Kibbey Crumbley.

“And as a parent myself, it is wonderful to see these moments captured.

Time flies by so quickly. I look forward to seeing the path these students take in the future.”

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Cuba: Is this the time to go?

ROBERT MEYERS

Milton resident Robert Meyers is a photojournalist and world traveler.

He recently returned from a visit to Cuba. These are his thoughts on the journey.

Almost a half million Americans visited Cuba in 2016. Cruise ships and daily flights between major U.S. cities, including Atlanta, take travelers back and forth between the two countries.

There appears to be a growing love affair between our peoples – but not so much between the two governments.

So, what is going on? Is now the time to visit before the window closes?

I visited Cuba last spring as part of a Road Scholar People to People program. About two dozen of us – liberals and conservatives – spent eight days visiting Cienfuegos, Trinidad, Santa Clara, Bay of Pigs and Havana.

We traveled by luxury bus (Chinese-made) and stayed in very nice hotels, including the historic Hotel Nacional in Havana where Meyer Lansky and his gangster buddies used to hang out.

Washington officially started the normalization of diplomatic relations in December 2014. President Obama lifted various travel and financial restrictions and opened an embassy.

But Congress rejected his calls to lift the strict embargo imposed by the Eisenhower Administration in 1960. Leaders in both houses as well as President Trump favor maintaining the embargo.

In January, the Trump administration said it was in the middle of a “full review” of U.S. policy toward Cuba. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson during his confirmation hearings said, “Our recent Photojournalist

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engagement with the government of Cuba was not accompanied by any significant concessions on human rights.

We have not held them accountable for their conduct. Their leaders received much, while their people received little.”

Exacerbating the doubt that exists in Washington over Cuba is the fact that Cuban President Raul Castro plans to retire early next year. He is most likely to be succeeded by current vice-president Miguel Díaz-Canel, a 56-year-old electrical engineer and first vice president of the Council of State since 2013. Unlike the Castro brothers, he does not have a military background.

Here are some good things happening in Cuba.

The easing of restrictions has been good for all. Cubans are resilient,

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The beautiful historic Hotel Nacional in Havana has kept its architectural splendor. friendly and hospitable. Business opportunities are slowly opening to foreigners.

Last year an Alabama company announced plans to manufacture low-cost tractors in Cuba for the local market.

American hotel companies have signed agreements to refurbish and manage major Cuban hotels.

Although their medical system is plagued by shortages of equipment and medicines, Cuba has many well-trained doctors who provide free medical care to all Cubans.

Havana’s Latin American Medical School is the largest in the world. In spite of its isolation, Cuba has developed medicines that could benefit Americans. One example is Heberprot, which reduces the risk of diabetic foot amputations by 70 percent.

The government is committed to rehabilitating the beautiful colonial buildings in Old Havana that were allowed to deteriorate under Castro’s regime.

Cuban baseball players are now free to sign contracts with U.S. Major League teams without having to seek asylum.

Here is the other side of the coin.

Cuba is still a harsh Communist dictatorship – no public protests, no press freedom. Real opposition is not tolerated. You must go along to get along.

Cuba’s economy is tightly controlled and inefficient.

As one professor put it to our group, Cuba is a country of “full relaxation.”

“Why work if the government provides all my needs,” a university student told me.

While Cubans are free to travel abroad, few can afford to do so where monthly salaries range between $25 and $70. I detected a longing for something better among the people I saw but

The easing of restrictions has been good for all.

Cubans are resilient, friendly and hospitable. Business opportunities are slowly opening to foreigners. resignation to reality.

The dual currency system generates economic distortions throughout the economy. A doctor can earn more in one day driving a taxi for tourists than is possible in a month working as a doctor for the government. The bellhop in your hotel might be a trained engineer.

In 2011 Raul opened the possibility of small private businesses including restaurants. Today there are about 1,700 in Cuba. They have been so successful competing against bland government-owned restaurants that in October 2016 the government suspended licenses for new restaurants – called paladars – and tightened restrictions on existing paladars.

But it demonstrates that when the Cuban people are offered freedom, they embrace it wholeheartedly. The government gives and the government takes away as it wishes.

Regardless of your political views, if you visit Cuba with an open mind you will be amazed at what you learn.

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St. Francis boys ousted by Greenforest for second straight year Greenforest’s size too much for the Knights

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MARIETTA, Ga. — The game plan for St. Francis was clear during its Final Four game against Greenforest last Saturday. It was to use outside shooting to prevent Greenforest from exploiting its size advantage. That plan worked well for the first half, but ultimately Greenforest proved to be too much for the Knights, who fell 86-56.

With four players over six-foot-

seven, Greenforest used its size advantage to block seemingly everything inside the paint and outrebounded St. Francis by a wide margin to end the Knights’ season. After three quarters, Greenforest had more blocks than St. Francis had rebounds. St. Francis’ plan to keep its shots outside worked well in the opening period of the game with CJ Riley and Ben Jones lighting up the scoreboard with 3-pointers. Jones hit four threes in the first quarter alone.

St. Francis continued to drain threes in the early going of the second, with another three from Jones and freshman Dwon Odom, giving the Knights their first lead of the game. But

as the 3-pointer hot-streak began to fizzle, Greenforest began pulling away by out-rebounding the Knights and scoring in transition.

The Eagles led 45-30 at the half.

Greenforest made halftime adjustments to its defense to limit St. Francis’ three point attempts, using defenders around the arc. Without the ability to shoot uncontested threes, St. Francis was forced to move the ball inside the key, which led to the Eagles building on their lead with blocked shots while St. Francis committed multiple turnovers and unforced errors.

Greenforest built a 22-point lead at the end of the third quarter before

cruising to the win in the fourth.

It was the third straight meeting between the teams in the state tournament. In 2015, St. Francis beat the Eagles for the state championship before Greenforest downed the Knights in the state title game last year.

The Knights will graduate just one senior, captain Wallace Tucker who averaged 11.1 points and 4.4 assists per game this season.

St. Francis will return freshman standout Odom, who led the Knights in points, steals, blocks and assists this season, along with Graham Owenby, Chase Ellis, Sean Paradise and Sam Hines.

Powerhouse St. Francis girls eliminated in Final Four Lady Knights were seeking third straight state title

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MARIETTA, Ga. — Everyone loves to root for the underdog — unless you are the favorites. And St. Francis certainly entered its Final Four matchup with Holy Innocents’ as favorites, having won three of the past four state championships and boasting a roster loaded with D-1 commits while facing an undersized and young Holy Innocents’ team. But it would be the underdogs celebrating at the end.

The Golden Bears slayed the Goliaths of St. Francis Saturday with a 6361 win at the Cobb Civic Center.

With just one senior and two players over six-foot, Holy Innocents’ used out-

side shooting, clock management and defense to down the Lady Knights.

The game remained close throughout with Holy Innocents’ holding a slim lead before widening the margin to nine points with five minutes remaining in the game.

St. Francis’ Taja Cummings would be crucial in the late comeback, scoring on multiple possessions to cut the lead to just one with under two minutes left.

Kasiyahna Kushtiuah, a six-footthree Tennessee commit, blocked a Holy Innocents’ layup with a minute remaining, giving the Lady Knights an opportunity to take the lead.

On the Lady Knights’ ensuing possession, Kushkituah missed a fivefooter in the paint and was fouled while

trying to retrieve a rebound with 26 seconds left. Kushkituah missed her first free throw in a 1-and-1 situation, allowing the Golden Bears to come away with the rebound and try to ice the game.

Holy Innocents’ played keep-away until St. Francis was forced to foul with 6.7 seconds left. Patterson Williams missed her first free throw but sank her second to put the Golden Bears up 63-61.

After the inbounds pass, Cummings escaped a mid-court trap attempt and hustled to her right outside the key, looking to set up a play to give St. Francis the winning shot attempt. In spinning to avoid a defender, Cummings lost control of the ball and watched as it bounced off her leg and out of bounds, giving Holy Innocents’ possession with 0.9 seconds remaining.

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With only a prayer left, Maya Dodson deflected the inbounds pass but could not keep possession as the clock expired.

The Lady Knights’ season ended at 26-5, the loss to Holy Innocents’ the only loss for the Lady Knights to a team from Georgia. St. Francis was making its fifth Final Four appearance and had won state titles in 2014, 2015 and 2016.

The Lady Knights will graduate five seniors, including Cummings, Kushkituah, Maya Dodson and Nichel Tampa, all D-1 commits.

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Centennial announces first spring carnival Proceeds support Habitat for Humanity, Atlanta Dream Center, Knights soccer ROSWELL, Ga. – Centennial High School has announced its first community-wide carnival on Saturday, March 18, from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm.

It is a community-building event offering an afternoon of family fun— and the chance to give back to those in need.

This event has been a year in the making and is sponsored by three groups at Centennial: • Habitat for Humanity Club • Student Executive Council • Centennial Knights Soccer All proceeds from the event will support charitable causes, half going to the North Fulton chapter of Habitat for Humanity and half going to Centennial Knights soccer to cover scholarship player fees, travel and equipment.

The public is invited to bring gently used athletic shoes and sports cleats to donate. Centennial will take these items to the Atlanta Dream Center, a local organization that establishes relationships in low-income communities.

Activities at the carnival will include a dunk tank, bungee basketball, soccer darts, Happy Hippo, bouncy house, obstacle course, rock wall, corn hole tournament and the speed gun soccer kick.

For our young visitors, there will be a ring toss, fishing for ducks, bean

bag toss, badminton, water balloon toss, cupcake decorating station, Popsicle build-a-house, cake walk, wheel of fortune, and face tattoos.

Most kiddie games will provide a small prize.

The varsity and JV soccer teams are organizing a series of mini-soccer drills to promote passion for the sport of soccer and allow an opportunity for even the youngest children to meet their local soccer stars.

Refreshments will be available via the Village Burger Food Truck, in addition to popcorn, a bake sale, and drinks for purchase.

“I could not be more proud of senior Ayah Ibrahim, who spearheaded this idea when she started the Centennial Habitat for Humanity Club close to a year ago,” said Linda Jones, the sponsoring teacher at Centennial.

“At a time when many seniors are scaling back or suffering from ‘senioritis,’ Ayah has doubled down to help make this Carnival happen. She, and many others like her, is the reason Centennial is such a vibrant and strong school.”

Questions about the event and sponsorship opportunities can be directed to Linda Jones JonesL1@ fultonschools.org, the sponsor ing teacher at Centennial High School.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta High School has announced the selection of Arnav Goyal as the 2017 valedictorian of the senior class and Katelyn “Katie” Lawrence as its salutatorian.

Goyal, in addition to being an outstanding student, he also participates in swim and tennis. His musical accomplishments include playing the violin, guitar and piano.

His community service includes volunteering here, in other states and in India.

His top college choices are Augusta University, Dartmouth, Emory, Rice, Georgia Tech and the University of Georgia.

He plans to be an ophthalmologist.

Lawrence is ranked No. 2 at Al-

pharetta High School. She states that the most important thing to know about her is her faith which has made her who she is today and has helped her tremendously through high school.

Lawrence has been involved at Alpharetta High School playing on the girls’ soccer team and serving as president of Flood.

She is a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and serves as a Raider ambassador.

Lawrence is involved in the community volunteering with C.A.T.S. (Called Alpharetta to Serve). She also tutors and is active in her church. Lawrence’s top choice for college is Northwestern University where she hopes to major in international relations.

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Alpharetta High Theatre Department dominates at thespian conference

Kyle Qian, Centennial High School’s STAR Student, stands with the teacher he has named as the CHS STAR Teacher, Ko-Ming Shih.

Qian named Centennial STAR Student for 2017 ROSWELL, Ga.— Centennial High School senior Kyle Qian has been named the School’s STAR Student for 2017.

Qian earned the title of STAR Student in the senior class for achieving the highest overall SAT score.

With the title of STAR Student

comes the privilege to name the STAR Teacher of the year. For that honor, he selected Ko-Ming Shih who teaches AP Calculus BC, among other top math classes.

Qian said Shih is the teacher at Centennial who has influenced him the most.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — At the Georgia Thespian Conference, the Alpharetta High School Theatre Department showed its theatrical chops.

Members Alex Atchison, Charles Boykin, Michael Masi, Christina Nguyen, Maya Nnaeto, Lara Strydom, Emma Svitil and Suma Yellumraju received both superior rating – the highest ranking at the conference – and first place overall in group acting. Shannon King and Michael Masi received superior rating in duet acting. Grace Palmer and Olivia Palmer received superior rating in duet musical and Jordyn Danowitz received a superior rating in stage management.

The Raiders Tech Team (Cierra Birchfield, Jordyn Danowitz, Madison Boyd, and Kevin Smith) won first place in the state for their tech challenge event prop shift.

The Alpharetta High School theatre department at the Georgia Thespian Conference.

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Centennial presents ‘Cinderella’

Midtown Atlanta Rotary honors AHS STAR Student Anav Mittal, center, and his STAR Teacher Frank Fortunato.

AHS STAR Student Anav Mittal recognized ATLANTA – The Midtown Atlanta Rotary Club recently honored Alpharetta High School STAR Student Anav Mittal and his STAR Teacher Frank Fortunato at a Feb. 21 recognition breakfast for Fulton STAR students.

“I want to compliment Anav Mittal on achieving academic excellence

and his teacher Frank Fortunato for helping Anav and other high school students reach their goals,” said Dan Ricks of Midtown Rotary.

Ricks also congratulated Alpharetta High School for helping provide an outstanding learning experience for Georgia’s future leaders.

ROSWELL, Ga. —Centennial High School Theatre is preparing for its production of “Cinderella.”

Performances will take place at 7 p.m., March 16 and 17 and at 3 p.m. on March 18 in the Centennial Auditorium. Tickets can be purchased at the door at $15/adult and $10/student, or in advance at the Centennial High School front desk or directly from any cast member at a reduced rate of $10/adult and $5/student. This year, Centennial will participate in the Shuler Awards. Adjudicators from the program will be in attendance at the production.

Centennial’s production of Cinderella feature a large cast, with 19 musi-

cians in the pit, a cast of 31, including singers, dancers and actors, and a crew of 16 technicians working behind the scenes.

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February Eagle Scouts for the Northern Ridge District NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The Northern Ridge Boy Scout District for the cities of Roswell, Alpharetta, Johns Creek and Milton recently announced its newest Eagle Scouts. These are the Scouts passed their Board of Review on Feb. 23 held at the Alpharetta Presbyterian Church: Nathaniel Cole Anderson, from Troop 69, sponsored by Alpharetta First United Methodist Church, whose project was the design and creation of an outdoor covered shooting platform for the rifle range at Camp Highland located in Ellijay.

Benjamin Browning from Troop 69, was sponsored by Alpharetta First United Methodist Church. His project was the restoration of the outdoor classroom located at Creekview Elementary School. He built and replaced nine benches in this outdoor classroom.

Enrique Pujals, of Troop 1134, was sponsored by St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church. His project was the collection of household items to staff a kitchen for the Mike’s Angels Refugee house in Escondida, Guatemala. These items included pots pans, mixing bowls and plates, utensils to serve 25 occupants.

Thomas Hampton, of Troop 431, was sponsored by Roswell United Meth-

The newest Eagle Scouts, from left, are Nathaniel Cole Anderson, Benjamin Browning, Enrique Pujals, Thomas Hampton, Charles Atherton and Lavran Pujals. odist Church. For his project, Hampton designed and constructed a break area by the counseling center located at Roswell United Methodist Church. This project included the construction of two benches, a picnic table and a pebble groundcover for the area.

Charles Atherton, of Troop 431, sponsored by Roswell United Methodist Church, designed and constructed two folding bookcases for the Carroll County Emergency Shelter. Atherton also collected over 1,000 books to stock this library and also included catalogue

of the books.

Lavran Pujals, of Troop 1134, sponsored by St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church, designed and constructed 4Wheelchair accessible raised planting gardens for the residents of Roswell Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

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Centennial swim makes splash at state meet ROSWELL, Ga. — Centennial’s 17-member swim and dive team competed well at the GHSA State Championships Meet at Georgia Tech Feb. 2-4. The Lady Knights finished sixth overall and the boys team had a strong showing.

The girls team placed second overall in the division, its highest finish since 2010.

The Lady Knights beat out Dunwoody by 0.19 seconds in the 400 freestyle relay to surpass Dunwoody and Johns Creek on the leaderboard to finish sixth overall. Just before the meet, head coach Slade Dale added Tessa Sergile to the 400 Free Relay team, and it paid off. After senior leader Lyndsey Bender kept the Knights close, Tessa passed Dunwoody on the second leg of the relay. Brianna Bender and Elly Deas held them off just long enough to finish 6th in the relay and clinched a sixth place finish in the state.

Elly Deas finished second in the 100 backstroke, the highest finish for the Lady Knights since 2010. Deas broke her own school record with her swim. Deas also finished ninth in the 100-meter butterfly.

Brianna Bender finished 10th in

Anthony Martin, Roswell High School senior, brought home the individual men’s gold medal at the 2017 Georgia High School Fencing Tournament.

Centennial’s swim and dive team competed at the GHSA state championships. the 200 individual medley and eight in the 500 freestyle. Freshman Katharine Ward finished 11th in the 200 individual medley and the 100 breaststroke.

Deas, Ward, Bender and Emma Doherty competed in the 200 medley relay, missing the school record by a mere second. In the 200 freestyle relay, the team finished 11th overall.

In boys competition, Nolan Deas

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placed fifth in both the 200 and 500 freestyle.

Deas, along with Joe Peak, Ben Hudson and Jack Christie placed 18th in the 400 freestyle relay.

“I couldn’t be more proud of this team and their performance,” said Coach Dale. “It is an honor to be called ‘Coach’ for such a talented group of young athletes.”

Martin wins state fencing tournament ROSWELL, Ga. —Anthony Martin, a Roswell High School senior, brought home the Georgia High School Fencing Individual Men’s Gold medal at the recently held state tournament. Roswell’s previous and only other gold medal was won in 2009. After finishing in third place for two consecutive years, Martin was victorious in a 15-to-12 bout against Johns Creek’s Kevin Feng.

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Northview’s historic run ends in Final Four Lady Titans fall to Harrison, 57-39

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Northview’s season, which saw the team capture its first region championship, set a program record for number of wins in a season and have its deepest playoff run in program history, came to a heartbreaking end Saturday as Harrison topped the Lady Titans 57-39 in the Final Four at Ft. Valley State University.

Though Northview had a height advantage, as well as the outside shooting presence of Shannon Titus and Ashlee Austin, the Lady Hoyas exceled in keep-

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ing Northview’s offense at bay and creating turnovers throughout the game.

Meanwhile, Harrison opened a lead with its outside shooting and effective passing that eventually wore down Northview’s defense.

Titus and Austin both encountered foul trouble early, forcing Titus to sit a large portion of the second quarter and nearly the entirety of the third quarter.

Harrison, who led the entire game, opened an early lead with 3-pointers.

The Lady Hoyas hit three 3-pointers in the first quarter, including one at the buzzer to lead 18-11 at the break.

Northview was unable to contain Harrison’s Sydne Wiggins and Audrey Jordan in the first, the duo accounting for Harrison’s first 21 points.

With Jordan on the bench early in

the second after incurring her third foul, a defensive struggle ensued. Harrison opened the third with an early 3-pointer but neither team would score again until Northview’s Maya Richards scored from under the net with two minutes left in the quarter.

The stagnant scoring continued until halftime, with Harrison leading 23-15.

After both teams exchanged threes, Titus picked up her fourth foul with 5:30 remaining in the third quarter which put her on the bench until the final play of the quarter where she made a jump shot.

With Titus on the bench, Harrison opened its lead to double digits as Northview struggled with unforced errors.

Turnovers continued to plague the Lady Titans in the fourth as the Lady Hoyas built their lead to 18 points and eventually secured the 57-39 win.

Northview won 16 games entering their Final Four matchup, their last loss coming to T.C. Williams (VA) on Dec. 30. In that span, Northview captured the Region 7-AAAAAA championship and had beaten opponents by an average of 19 points in the state tournament.

With the loss, the high school career of Titus, one of just two seniors for the Lady Titans, came to an end. Titus holds school records for steals, blocks and rebounds and scored over 1,000 points for the Lady Titans.

Northview finished the season with a 28-4 overall record.

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Court, Cumming, was arrested Feb. 25 on Rock Mill Road for possession of marijuana less than one ounce. ►► Tyler Jarreau Flowers, 27 of Lake Medlock Drive, Johns Creek, was arrested Feb. 25 on Medlock Bridge Road for possession of marijuana. ►► William Terry Baker, 51 of Northridge Crossing Drive, Sandy Springs, was arrested Feb. 10 on Ga. 400 for possession of marijuana less than one ounce and panhandling. ►► Malcom David Keith Jr., 31 of Roberts Drive, Sandy Springs, was arrested Feb. 11 on Afton Drive for possession of marijuana less than one ounce and failure to maintain lane. ►► Kelly A Emery, 53 of Cantrell Road Northeast, Atlanta, was arrested Feb. 12 for DUI, failure to maintain lane and traffic control devices. ►► Joseph Todd Brown, 33, of Silver Creek Drive, Canton, was arrested Jan. 25 on Canyon Point Circle in Roswell for possession of marijuana. ►► Lester Audwin Ward, 45, of Northridge Crossings Drive, Atlanta, was arrested Jan. 25 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of a schedule I & II controlled substance. ►► Korinne Lora Moyle, 23, of Edenwilde Drive, Roswell, was arrested Jan. 26 on Upper Hembree Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana and speeding. ►► Mark Patrick Fleck, 25, of Tidwell Road, Alpharetta, was arrested Jan. 24 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana. ►► Corey Ellis Eubanks, 31, of Grey Field Lane, Atlanta, was arrested Jan. 22 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana and expired tag.

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Friends of the Alpharetta Library accepting scholarship applications ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Applications are being accepted for scholarships from the Friends of the Alpharetta Library to high school seniors who attend schools within the City of Alpharetta city limits. FOTAL is able to award ten scholarships, each totaling $500.

The recipient: • Must be graduating from one of the schools within the Alpharetta city limits. This may be a private school, a public school or a homeschooled student.

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Must have been accepted by a college/university or an accredited institution of higher learning.

Must submit an application listing accomplishments, extracurricular activities, etc. and compose an essay (250-500 words) regarding the importance of a free, public library in today’s society.

The application must be received on or before April 15, 2017.

It may be mailed to: Friends of the Alpharetta Library Attn: Scholarship Committee Alpharetta Library 10 Park Plaza Alpharetta, GA 30009 Applications can also be brought to the FOTAL bookstore inside the Alpharetta Library on or before April 15th.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OPEN HOUSE Georgia Department of Transportation To Hold A Public Hearing Open House for Project CSHPP-0007-00(526) Forsyth County P.I. No. 0007526 On April 11, 2017, at the Fowler Park Community Center, 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming, Georgia 30040, the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and Forsyth County will hold a Public Hearing Open House concerning Project CSHPP-0007-00(526) in Forsyth County.

The proposed project would consist of constructing a full-diamond interchange on State Route (SR) 400 at McGinnis Ferry Road. The project would add a northbound and southbound auxiliary lane on SR 400 between Windward Parkway ramps and the McGinnis Ferry Road ramps and between the McGinnis Ferry Road ramps and the McFarland Parkway ramps. SR 400 southbound would be widened one additional lane from 1,900 feet south of the southbound McFarland Parkway exit ramp to 3,500 feet north of the southbound McFarland Parkway exit ramp. The project would replace the existing bridge over SR 400 and widen McGinnis Ferry Road from Bethany Bend through the intersection of Union Hill Road onto Ronald Reagan Boulevard to Counselors Way. All through lanes would be 11-foot wide and turn lanes would be 12-foot wide. McGinnis Ferry Road would be widened to four lanes with a 14-foot flush median from Bethany Bend to Deerfield Point Drive; four lanes with a 20-foot raised median from Deerfield Point Drive through the SR 400 interchange; and, six lanes with a 20-foot raised median from SR 400 through the intersection of Union Hill Road onto Ronald Reagan Boulevard to Counselors Way. The typical section would include curb and gutter and five-foot sidewalks on the south side and a multi-use path on the north side along the entire length of McGinnis Ferry Road. Additional right-turn lanes and left-turn lanes would be provided along McGinnis Ferry Road at the major intersections of the project. The proposed bridge would be designed to span future managed lanes on SR 400. The overall project length is estimated at 4.98 miles which includes the project length along SR 400 which is 3.28 miles and McGinnis Ferry Road and other minor side road improvements total 1.7 miles in length. The 2008 update to the Forsyth County Bicycle Transportation & Pedestrian Walkways 2025 Plan includes a 10-foot wide multi-use path, which will be incorporated into the project. The existing right-of-way width of McGinnis Ferry Road is 80 feet and the proposed right-of-way varies from 120 to 150 feet. The existing right-of-way on SR 400 is approximately 200 feet. No additional right-of-way on SR 400 is anticipated.

The Open House will be conducted between the hours of 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The Open House will be informal and the public is invited to attend anytime during these hours. There will be no formal presentation. A court reporter will be available to allow the public an opportunity to make verbal comments about the project.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information: The meeting site is accessible to persons with disabilities. Accommodations for people with disabilities can be arranged with advance notice by calling Tim Allen, Foryth County Assistant Director of Engineering, at (770) 781-2165.

Written statements will be accepted concerning this project until April 21, 2017. Written statements may be submitted to: Mr. Eric Duff State Environmental Administrator Georgia Department of Transportation One Georgia Center, 16th Floor 600 West Peachtree Street, NW Atlanta, Georgia 30308 Copies of the project’s environmental document will available for review at the Open House. The environmental document and displays at the public open house will be available for review until April 21, 2017 at the Forsyth County Engineering Department, 110 East Main Street, Suite 120, Cumming, Georgia 30040. The meeting transcript, as soon as it is prepared, will be available at this same location.

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FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR CITY FACILITIES AND PARK RESTROOMS RFQ 17-1012 The City is requesting statements of qualifications (SOQ) from qualified firms to provide janitorial services for a variety of City facilities and for Park restrooms. Janitorial services for City facilities will include, but are not limited to daily, weekly, monthly regular cleaning as well as more thorough periodic cleaning of windows, floors, and carpets. Janitorial Services for Park Restrooms will be required Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights for nine months of the year (March – November).

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works at a bank. The friend confirmed that the check is fraudulent and advised the woman to call police.

Car burglarized at Bell Memorial MILTON, Ga. — A woman reported March 1 that the window to her 2012 Toyota Camry was smashed and her purse stolen from inside.

The incident occurred while the woman was jogging at Bell Memorial Park at approximated 2:15 p.m. When she returned to her car, she saw that the window was shattered. Her purse, worth $100, was missing along with $100 cash, her ID cards and credit cards. It had been hidden under a jacket in the back seat. The victim said only two other cars were in the parking lot and were unoccupied. An officer processed the car for fingerprints but was unable to find any on the door handle or door frame. No security cameras are located at the park.

Home burglarized, $10K cash, items gone

ROSWELL, Ga. — A man reported that his apartment was burglarized Feb. 10

and that almost $10,000 worth of items and cash were missing.

The man said that he left his Riverwood Lane apartment at 5 a.m., and when he came back at 7 p.m., he immediately noticed the television was missing. When he continued his search, he noticed that multiple items, including his phone, laptop, DVD collection, clothing and watch, as well as $1,500 cash were gone. There was no force used to open the front door, but it was locked when the man returned.

The porch door, however, was cracked open.

Shed burglarized, damages cost $5K

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Two employees at Aylesbury Farms Apartments reported Feb. 24 $6,000 worth of items missing and damage to an outbuilding.

The latch to the door of a storage shed had been cut sometime overnight and a few siding panels had been pulled from the building.

According to police, the suspect used a hammer to knock a hole through the drywall and insulation was pulled out to allow entry. The damage is estimated at $5,000 for repairs.

The only missing item was a $1,000 plumbing snake that was found in a tool box outside the building.

There is a surveillance camera facing the direction of the incident, but large shrubs blocked the view.

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FOR MAYFIELD ROAD SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS ITB #17-007 The City of Alpharetta (City) is accepting bids for MAYFIELD ROAD SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS including, but not limited to, the fabrication, delivery and installation of sidewalks, curb and gutter, excavation/trenching, backfilling for utilities, asphalt pavement, storm drainage, landscaping and other related work to constructing sidewalk. The location of the work is along Mayfield Road, from Chantilly Drive to Bates Road within the City of Alpharetta, Georgia.

FOR ALPHARETTA ARTS CENTER RFQ 17-1011 The City of Alpharetta (City) is requesting statements of qualifications from highly qualified contractors for the purposes of renovating an existing building previously used as a library into the new Alpharetta Arts Center. The Alpharetta Arts Center project includes, but is not limited to, interior renovations including art studios, multiuse studios, media studio and a black box theater; exterior renovations including Epay decking, slate patios, concrete sidewalk and steps; and retrofitting an existing detention pond with a sand filter.

The ITB will be available online Thursday, March 9, 2017, at our bid posting website, https://www.ebidexchange.com/alpharetta. Interested parties are required to log in to review the ITB documents.

The Request for Qualifications document will be available online Thursday, February 23, 2017 at our bid posting website, https://www.ebidexchange.com/alpharetta. Interested parties are required to log in to review the RFQ documents.

The bid opening will be held on Thursday, April 6, 2017 at 2:00 PM at Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009.

Statements of Qualifications will be due on Thursday, March 23, 2017 at 10:00 AM at Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009.

For information, please contact Stephanie Cochran at the City of Alpharetta Finance Department via email at purchasing@alpharetta.ga.us or at 678-297-6052.

For information, please contact Debora Westbrook at the City of Alpharetta Finance Department via email at purchasing@alpharetta.ga.us or at 678-297-6052.

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DEATH NOTICES Melanie Denise Allen, 50, of Cumming, passed away February 22, 2017.

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Justin Giolitti, of Roswell, passed away February 25, 2017. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

James Augustine Brophy, 50, of Cumming, passed away February 25, 2017.

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Donna Jean Kimball, 91, of Johns Creek, passed away February 25, 2017.

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Frederick C. Kramer, 90, of Roswell, passed away February 19, 2017. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

John Patrick Ruppert, 75, of Cumming, passed away February 25, 2017.

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Elizabeth K. Larson, 78, of Johns Creek, passed away February 21, 2017.

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Damien Matthew Lewis, 20, of Cumming, passed away February 19, 2017.

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Isabelle Zhang Tracchio, 17, of Cumming, passed away February 25, 2017.

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ST – 13 – CV 428 ACTION FOR DEBT AND FORECLOSURE OF MORTGAGE MARRIOTT OWNERSHIP RESORTS (ST. THOMAS), INC., Plaintiff, vs.

GARY WAYNE PARNES and THE FRENCHMAN’S COVE CONDOMINIUM OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC., Defendants.

SUMMONS To: GARY WAYNE PARNES, 3999 Austell Road, Ste. 359, Austell, Georgia 30106 Within the time limited by law (see note below) you are hereby required to appear before this Court and answer to an Amended Complaint filed against you in this action and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment by default will be taken against you as demanded in the Amended Complaint, for DEBT AND FORECLOSURE OF MORTGAGE. Witness my hand and the Seal of this Court this 9th day of September, 2016.

ESTRELLA GEORGE, Acting Clerk of the Court By: Donna D. Donavan, Court Clerk Supervisor Matthew J. Duensing Law Offices of Duensing & Casner 9800 Buccaneer Mall, Bldg. 2, Suite 9 P.O. Box 6785 St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands 00804 340/774-6011 340/776-8520 (fax) mduensing@vilawyers.com NOTE: This defendant, if served personally, is required to file his answer or other defenses with the Clerk of this Court, and to serve a copy thereof upon the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty-one (21) days after service of this summons, excluding the date of service. The defendant, if served by publication or by personal service outside of the jurisdiction, is required to file his answer or other defense with the Clerk of this Court, and to serve a copy thereof upon the attorney for the plaintiff within thirty (30) days after the completion of the period of publication or personal service outside of the jurisdiction.

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