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Cherry Street expands taproom The new space will double the cooperative’s brewing capabilities. Read more on page 6.

Forsyth still healthiest in state

County takes top spot for 5th year ►►PAGE 4

McGinnis Ferry wall collapses

Publix retaining wall closes entrance ►►PAGE 5

Transparency in local government

See how North Fulton cities size up in a new Blackbox Special Report ►►PAGES 12 – 14

Avalon opens Boulevard East

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Local baseball teams make playoff push JULIA GROCHOWSKI/HERALD

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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — After she was struck by a car, a women “let the driver go” because she apparently knew her. The woman said she was hit March 22 in the Publix parking lot off Mathis Airport Parkway while she was walking to another business. She said the driver

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Driver fails to yield, hits deputy’s vehicle FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A deputy’s car was hit March 22 after a driver failed to yield. The deputy was northbound on Peachtree Parkway when he was waiting to turn at a light. Another car driving southbound failed to yield,

The woman knew the name and phone number of the driver, but didn’t know her birthday or license plate number. Deputies called the number and didn’t receive a response until later when a woman called back and said no one at that home drove a car that fit the one in the incident.

attempted to turn onto the same road and didn’t leave enough room between cars and struck the deputy’s car. Georgia State Patrol cited the 47-year-old driver for failing to yield to oncoming traffic.

cer saw a gray Lexus swerving between lanes. They stopped the driver, 34-yearold Raul Zaragoza of Norcross, who said he had picked up a friend from the hospital and did not have a license. Police confirmed that his license expired in 2004. In the back seat, police found a woman with an “extremely severe” staph infection on her leg. She was transported to North Fulton Hospital. While processing the man’s information, police found that the car’s VIN and license plate numbers did not match, and neither of them was registered with Zaragoza.

Stolen car found with switched plate ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police found and recovered a stolen car from Gwinnett County March 24 after the driver was pulled over for driving erratically. Police were patrolling on Haynes Bridge Road after 1 a.m., when an offi-

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was very apologetic and the woman said she was fine. She let the driver go because she “kind of knew who the driver was.” After a while, the 35-year-old woman said she felt a tingling in her wrist running up her forearm, so she called the sheriff’s office to file a report.

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Quail Lane, Chattanooga, was arrested March 25 on Dawsonville Highway for possession of marijuana less than 1 ounce and driving while license suspended or revoked. ►► Curt Robert Walker, 40, of Holyoke Court, Cumming, was arrested March 25 on Dawsonville Highway, for possession of methamphetamine and wanted person located. ►► Katie Bradford Thacker, 42, of Wade

Road, Alto, Ga., was arrested March 26 on Floyd Road for possession of methamphetamine, possession of a schedule III narcotics and drug-related objects. ►► Everett Hubert Dale Jr., 64, of Lehaven Circle, Tucker, was arrested March 26 on Floyd Road for possession of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute and drug-related objects.

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Grandview Manor Drive, Cumming, was arrested March 25 on Dr. Bramblett Road for DUI, failure to maintain lane and possession of open alcohol container by driver. ►► Danielle Cherise Ballard, 29, of La Perla Drive, Sugar Hill, was arrested March 26 on Ga. 400 for DUI and fail-

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ure to maintain lane. ►► Robert Anthony Farrell, 32, of Bentley Way, Cumming, was arrested March 25 on Shiloh Road for DUI and speeding. ►► Jaymie Lynn Dumond, 44, of Hickory Hollow, Sugar Hill, was arrested March 25 on Ga. 400 for DUI and failure to use seatbelts. ►► David Leonid Gulchuk, 22, of Constitution Way, Cumming, was arrested March 25 on Ga. 400 for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Michael Peter Sheridan, Jr., 22, of Riverlanding Circle, Lawrenceville, was arrested March 27 on Old Atlanta Road for DUI, failure to maintain lane and hit and run. ►► Raul Hernandez-Soto, 30, of Winding River Drive, Atlanta, was arrested March 26 on Ga. 400 for DUI, driving without a valid license and failure to maintain lane.

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Is there any way to manage seasonal eye allergies? By Dr. Cassandra Baker

Cassandra Baker, O.D.

Hip hip, hooray… more like sniff sniff, hooray. It’s finally spring time which means warmer temperatures, pretty flowers, and calming afternoon showers! Unfortunately, that also means allergy season is back and in full swing. During spring, summer, and even fall, many suffer from red, swollen, itchy, watery eyes, as well as sneezing, scratchy throats, and runny noses. These symptoms are minor for some; however, for others, they can be so severe that they impact normal, daily activities.

Ocular allergies are more specifically referred to as allergic conjunctivitis. An allergen comes in to contact and irritates the transparent covering of the eye as well as the inside of the eyelids—this is the conjunctiva—and causes inflammation. This inflammatory response is caused by your own body’s attempt to defend itself against the allergen. Pollen and mold spores are typically the most common allergens. Symptoms are exacerbated when outside, especially on days with high pollen counts. You can usually find this information in your local weather report. Thankfully, there are a few things you can do to protect your eyes during these peak allergy months. 1) Wash your hands. This isn’t new. Whether it is allergy season or flu season, this should always be a top priority. Pollen can easily get on your hands when you’re outside, and I can almost guarantee you’ve touched your face at least once while reading this article—we do this without even thinking about it. This is a wide-open door for pollen to go from your hands into your eyes and cause all those undesirable allergy symptoms. 2) Wear sunglasses. Not only do sunglasses protect your eyes from harmful UV rays, but they also serve as a barrier to pollen, dust, mold, etc. Wearing sunglasses will block some allergens from getting blown in to your eyes while you are outside. They’re also a great accessory for all those fashionistas out there! 3) Air filtration is key. I am a huge fan of opening windows and doors to let that fresh, spring air in. However, with that fresh air also comes... you guessed it, pollen! Having a HEPA (high efficiency particular air) filter can help remove pollen and other allergens from the air in your home. 4) Know you. Do you have seasonal allergies every year? Stay on top of it and take your allergy medications before the symptoms start to lessen your body’s response to the allergens. There are great over the counter and prescribed allergy medications and it’s important to discuss these options with your primary care provider. Allergy and lubricating eye drops can also be found at your local pharmacy or via prescription from your eye care professional, and are good to have on hand when symptoms strike. Cool compresses can also help alleviate symptoms that have already started. As annoying as ocular allergies can be, it is comforting to note that they are not life threatening or contagious. Typically, they do not have an effect on vision. It is important to note that other conditions, including those that can affect eye health, can present with similar symptoms. Have your Milan Eye Center specialist evaluate your eyes for seasonal eye allergy symptoms to determine if they are related to allergies or if there are signs of more serious conditions.

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Nation study cites quality of life as key factor By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — With its low premature death and uninsured rates, but exceptional high school graduation rates and plenty of access to exercise opportunities, Forsyth County has been named the healthiest county in Georgia. This is the fifth consecutive year the county has received this designation from the County Health Rankings and Roadmaps study initiated by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute. The program looks into factors such as length and quality of life, health behaviors, clinical care, social and economic factors and physical environment. This year’s research found more Americans are dying prematurely, with rates among minorities, residents in rural counties and those ages 15-44 on the rise. The study factored in lifestyle factors such as smoking, alcohol use, obesity and exercise frequency. It also looked at income, accessibility to healthcare and education, among many others. The study found that the leading causes of death under age 75 in Forsyth include malignant neoplasms, heart disease, unintentional injuries from accidents, intentional self-harm and chronic lower respiratory diseases. The rankings suggest that heathier lifestyles serve as the basis for Forsyth County health outcomes, according to Carolyn Booker, director of patient care

We can see that the civic leaders will never rest on their laurels. There will always be the goal of making Forsyth County a great community.” CAROLYN BOOKER Director of patient care services at Northside Hospital Forsyth

services at Northside Hospital Forsyth. “Increased access to healthcare services, preventative and acute, more green space with parks and recreation, as well as proactive health education focused on prevention are a few of the strategies that contribute to the county’s status,” Booker said. “We rank lower than other counties in behaviors that can negatively impact health, such as adult smoking, adult obesity and physical inactivity. On the other hand, we excel in the behaviors that can have a positive influence on health, such as access to exercise opportunities and our food environment. The healthy behaviors that underpin these outcomes are supported by Forsyth County’s

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infrastructure of involved citizens, businesses and schools.” The ongoing collaboration between Forsyth’s government, nonprofits, health care and residents are what helps to set the county apart, she said. And while there may be other social and economic factors that contribute to the outcomes, by and large the members of the community are engaged in making the county a great place to live, work and play, Booker said. “These results can serve to reinforce the reason that members chose to live here rather than somewhere else,” Booker said. “Residents of the county can be proud of the work that is being done to improve the quality of life for those who choose to make Forsyth County their home. They have access to great health care and we’re always working to improve that even further.” But even with the top ranking, Forsyth has room for improvements. Adult obesity in the county is at 29 percent, there were 69 violent crimes in 2016 and there were drinking water violations. “There is always some type of health-related activity taking place in areas of the county,” Booker said. “It might involve children who play baseball, soccer, football or lacrosse for the park and recreation centers, to activities at Lake Lanier or the Boulder Dash, a run-walk event occurring this month and sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and Northside Hospital Forsyth. We can see that the civic leaders will never rest on their laurels. There will always be the goal of making Forsyth County a great community.”

Internationally ranked golfer plays in Forsyth FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. —Masters Week brings an influx of professional golfers from around the world. Yuta Ikeda, of Japan, stopped by the Olde Atlanta Club in South Forsyth on his way to Augusta. Ikeda is the IKEDA 42nd ranked golfer in the world. Ikeda, 32, speaking through an interpreter said he chose Olde Atlanta because of its narrow fairways and undulating greens.

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The retaining wall at the Publix off McGinnis Ferry Road collapsed April 5.

Publix retaining wall collapses Store entrance off McGinnis Ferry Road blocked By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Multiple rounds of severe storms April 5 caused issues throughout Georgia, including a retaining wall collapsing in Forsyth County.

The wall is outside the entrance to the Publix at Flynn Crossing at McGinnis Ferry Road and Windward Parkway. The landscaping wall “deteriorated and became a hazard,” according to the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office. No one was injured and another entrance to the store can be used.

ATLANTA — A Roswell man arrested for the fatal shooting of a woman in Midtown Atlanta Monday morning is facing additional charges after he allegedly assaulted another inmate. Raylon Browning, 39, of Roswell was arrested April 3 in connection of the death of Trinh Huynh, a 40-yearold lawyer working in Atlanta. Browning allegedly ran up to Huynh during rush hour traffic at 7:40 a.m. and shot her multiple times at a busy crosswalk. He was captured and jailed later that night after he ran a red light in Cobb County. Inside the car, police found what they said could be the gun used in that morning’s shooting. According to police, Browning was also wanted for stabbing two other

people April 2, the day before. Browning soon racked up another charge April 4 for simple assault. According to the arrest affidavit, Browning struck another inmate four BROWNING times in the face before he was subdued with a shock from a stun gun. He was then placed in a padded cell. The attack was for “no apparent reason,” one officer noted. Browning was transported to Grady Memorial Hospital hours later when another officer found him “biting his left arm and spitting blood out of his mouth.” Because of his hospitalization, Browning was unable to attend his first appearance April 5. --Julia Grochowski

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Cherry Street Brewing Cooperative expands taproom New addition doubles brewing capabilities, seating By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Beer lovers and aficionados received some good news Friday: Cherry Street Brewing Cooperative has officially opened its new taproom expansion. The expansion, first announced in January, adds on to the existing business with more than 18,000 square feet and doubles their taproom space. The added space comes as a welcome relief for crowds, who now have more room to spread out and enjoy their drinks. For owner Nick Tanner, the expansion is a boon for their brewing storage and production. Barrels that used to crowd the brewery can be moved into the area to make space for more tanks, which of course means more beer for customers. “This is going to allow us to double our brewing production,” Tanner said. “In a couple weeks, we’re bringing more brewing tanks for the front of the brewery.” Right now, the business has 13 tanks, which helped it produce more than 30,000 gallons worth and 60 different types of beer last year. Soon, they expect to increase that production with a total of 17 tanks. The new section is also expected to allow the brewery to hold more private parties, banquets and events. It has wood-panel flooring to create a more

Anyone can take a free tour of the Cherry Street Brewing Cooperative on Saturdays. rustic atmosphere for visitors to enjoy. After the success of the new taproom opening, Cherry Street Brewing Cooperative is not slowing down. In a few weeks, April 29, the company will hold a Beer Fest & Cornhole Tournament to benefit the Humane Society of Forsyth. In the meantime, interested visitors can check out the new taproom and get a peek behind the brewing process every Saturday from 1-4 p.m. with a free tour. To learn more about the company and the upcoming Beer Fest, visit cherrystreetbrewing.com.

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GET’s ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ lights up stage Delivers rompin’ stompin’ old fashioned rock ‘n’ roll What would it have been like to be a fly on the wall at Sam Phillips’ Sun Records Dec. 4, 1956, when Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis sat in together for a jam session? HATCHER HURD That is what Georgia Scene & Hurd hatcher@appenmediagroup.com Ensemble Theatre delivers with “Million Dollar Quartet,” now playing through April 23. GET Artistic Director Robert Farley likes to end each season with a bang, and this time he used pure dynamite. “MDQ” is as advertised. There is not one false note in this entertaining, pulsating rock-umentary about the early days of rock ‘n’ roll encapsulated in this one afternoon. Sam Phillips was a pioneer of rock ‘n’ roll especially its Southern roots influenced by the black musicians of the day. He discovered and recorded all four of the early stars. Farley said he has been lying in wait for the rights to become available to perform MDQ. “I was waiting for this one not only because it is such a great show,” said Farley. “But nobody in theater in our area does rock ‘n’ roll better than Georgia Ensemble Theatre.” (Think “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story.”) “At our opening night 600 people raised the roof. This music and this cast – we’re going to have fun for the next three weeks,” he said. The bookings met GET’s attendance projections three weeks ago (spoiler alert: get tickets now). “The only reason we won’t top ‘Calendar Girls’ [last year’s huge success and top grossing play] is because we can’t extend the run of the play.” The play is good, the music legendary and the talent on stage is some of the best ever, Farley said. He is dead right there. This play is a V-8 hitting on all pistons. But let’s start with director/music director Chris Diamano (also Johnny Cash). The ebb and flow of the music masterfully lets the audience feel and experience the range of the music of the 1950s. Diamano’s “Sixteen Tons” is still the haunting working man’s anthem. And his rich baritone (also on “Folsom

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The cast of MDQ are electric in their performances. From left are Ethan Ray Parker (Jerry Lee Lewis), Allison Wilhoit (Dyanne, Elvis’s girlfriend), Chase Peacock (Elvis), Christopher Kent (Carl Perkins) and Chris Damiano (Johnny Cash).

Tickets for ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ Tickets: Wednesdays, Thursdays and matinees $30; Friday nights start from $37; Saturday nights from $40. Book early for best prices as some shows are already sold out. (Some Senior/Student discounts available) Groups discounts available. Purchase at www.get. org, or call Box Office at 770-6411260 ext. 236. Prison Blues) opens forays into 1950s country music which shares a lot of history with rock. Likewise, Alison Whilhoit’s sultry version of “Fever” exudes the feminine sensuality that was often suppressed in the 1950s. The temperature certainly begins to rise with her solo. Whilhoit’s “Dyanna” (as Elvis’s girlfriend) is not totally fictitious. Elvis did bring a date that day as an old photo

shows. But it allows Whilhoit to bring a certain depth and dimension to the music of the show. Chase Peacock’s turn of Elvis is spectacular without reaching for pat mannerisms. His vocals are excellent also. Elvis would become the biggest star of his generation, and Peacock gives generous evidence of why. Christopher Kent as Carl Perkins plays lead guitar for all the songs and displays a touch for the raunchy and the sublime. His performance is touching as Perkins, only one year from his hit “Blue Suede Shoes,” feels like his star is fading. Ethan Ray Parker as Jerry Lee Lewis provides nonstop ego and testosterone (Farley calls him “a bit of a force of nature”) and then backs it up when he wails on the piano. Parker captures all the brashness and bravado that “The Killer” is known for yet keeps the performance believable. It’s hard to take your eyes off him. Add to that mix Kroy Presley on upright bass and Andrew Patton on drums and this is one tight band on-

Ethan Ray Parker as Jerry Lee Lewis injects incredible energy into his piano solo. stage for 90 minutes. Farley says the cast offers their interpretations not imitations and this is true. The only one who goes over the top is Parker’s Jerry Lee Lewis, but that is just the way The Killer is. Farley summed up the show best: “This is some great rock ‘n’ roll by people who know how to do it,” he said.

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Danielle Madda awarded Ga. Tech’s Stamps Presidential Scholarship CUMMING, Ga. — Danielle Madda, Pinecrest Academy class of 2017, has been accepted to the Georgia Institute of Technology and has been awarded the university’s Stamps Presidential Scholarship. According to the Georgia Tech website, less than one percent of their admitted students receive this award, which includes a four-year, full scholarship covering tuition, mandatory fees, housing, meal plan, books and academic supplies, personal expenses and a stipend during freshman year for a laptop. The scholarship also comes with a $15,000 fund for enrichment experiences, like study abroad, unpaid internships, unpaid research or conferences. Additionally, the program includes annual retreats in an outdoor/leadership style to Iceland, Belize, Canada, Croatia, Alaska and Scotland.Recipients are selected based upon holistic excellence and potential within the program’s four pillars: Scholarship, Leadership, Progress and Service. Georgia Tech approved Madda’s deferral request for one year, so that she may serve the Catholic Church via the Regnum Christi Mission Corps program. Following her May 2017 graduation

Dani Madda recently received a prestigious scholarship from Georgia Tech. from Pinecrest Academy, Madda will travel to Rhode Island for a four-week mission training course and then will receive her mission location assignment in August 2017.

Forsyth hosts Science Olympiad competitions FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Science Olympiad season has been successful for Forsyth County Schools. The district hosted two Georgia Science Olympiad tournaments throughout the 2017 season. On March 4, Forsyth Central High School hosted the Forsyth Regional Middle School Science Olympiad tournament. On March 11, South Forsyth High School hosted the Forsyth County Elementary School Science Olympiad tournament. These tournaments both serve as qualifiers for the state Science Olympiad program. All five FCS high schools have active Science Olympiad teams and on March 25, Forsyth Central High School will compete at Emory University along with the other top 23 teams in the state. At the March 4 tournament, FCS middle schools medaled in the following events:

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From left, Bailey Concatto, Vinayak Menon, Luca Cordano and Srija Somaka are the winners of the 2017 Sawnee-Cumming Optimist Club Oratorical Contest.

Forsyth Optimists recognize Student Orators CUMMING, Ga. — Four student orators have been selected to represent Forsyth County in the 2017 Optimist International Oratorical Contest. The county wide selection process began with 5,800 students, the largest Optimist oratorical competition in the world. The top two boys and the top two girls will move on to compete at the region level. The Forsyth County winners are Srija Somaka, a sophomore at Lambert High School, and Vinayak Menon, a sixth grader at Riverwatch Middle

School; Bailey Concatto, a senior at West Forsyth High; and Luca Cordano, in sixth grade at Pinecrest Academy. Each student won $500 awards. If these students win at the region competition, they will advance to area and then state competitions. The competition is open to sixth through twelfth-grade students from all Forsyth middle and high schools. A separate competition in Forsyth County allows fifth-grade students to gain experience. The students spoke on “What the World Gains from Optimism.”

Optimist Club hosts golf tournament CUMMING, Ga.— The 2017 Sawnee-Cumming Optimist Club charity golf tournament will be held April 28 at Hampton Golf Village in Cumming. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Forsyth County, and the club’s youth programs. Registration and warm-up will open at noon. The tournament will be a four-person scramble with a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m., with prizes, a silent auction and dinner to follow. Entree fee includes green fee, cart, range balls, lunch and a cookout during the awards presentations. “The theme of the Optimist Club is ‘Bringing Out the Best in Kids,’” said Brenda Basey, chairperson of the golf tournament. “Our future is in our young people, and everything Optimists do is directed at making a difference in their lives. The golf tournament is one of our major projects to raise funds for Optimist Club children’s programs and to support Children’s Healthcare in the fight against children’s cancer. We en-

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Sunshine laws shine light on government Public has a right to be a witness to decision-making By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com Open meetings laws are designed to provide citizens access to decisions that affect their lives. Whether it’s a new park, road improvements or how much you pay in property taxes, the law gives citizens eyes and ears to the decision-making process. Georgia’s open meetings laws extend beyond city councils and school boards. They apply to nearly all local governing agencies that advise elected boards or receive tax dollars from the public. “Transparency and access to government are critical to our office and, ultimately, to our state and nation,” said Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr. “For our representative republic to best function, we must ensure that those who elect public officials will have access to and information about what those public officials are doing.” Carr has taken up the mantel of his predecessor, Sam Olens. Olens prosecuted several high-profile open meetings cases, including a 2013 incident in Forsyth County. There a citizen journalist and her camera were removed forcibly from a Cumming City Council meeting because the mayor did not want her videotaping the meeting. Carr announced last week that he plans to conduct an Open Government Tour throughout the state this year. He is inviting local officials to join him for a refresher course on their responsibilities to the public under the Georgia Open and Public Meetings Act. “Many of the issues that we hear about occur, not because of malicious intent, but because of a misunderstanding or lack of knowledge about what the law in Georgia is,” Carr said.

Under Georgia law, discussions and actions by boards must be conducted in the open with access provided to the public. These laws apply to: • City councils • County commissions • Regional development authorities • Library boards • School boards • Commissions or authorities, such as hospital authorities, established by state or local governments • Planning commissions • Zoning boards • Most committees of the University System of Georgia The law does not specifically apply to: • The Georgia General Assembly or its committees, although legislative sessions must be open to the public • Judicial proceedings including judicial branch agency and committee meetings, however federal law requires most court proceedings be open to the public In addition, Georgia law allows for three instances in which governing boards can discuss matters in private, but those exceptions are few: • Matters pertaining to personnel • Matters of potential litigation in court • Real estate purchase or sale “Georgia’s open meetings act is the tool by which citizens can watch their government in action,” said Hollie Manheimer, executive director, Georgia First Amendment Foundation. “For example, when a parent goes to a school board meeting, it is the open meetings act which is the mechanism for access.” Manheimer said the Legislature adjusted the Open Meetings Act in 2012 to expand citizen access. It remains to be seen whether more adjustments are needed. “The media happens to be a big user of the Open Meetings Act, given that citizens cannot attend all meetings, the media often attends as the citizen’s representative in order to report.”

Parking deck issue taught Alpharetta leaders: You can never be too open By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – It’s rare when Alpharetta’s new City Hall brims to capacity for a council meeting. But last September more than 80 people filled the room to have their say about an issue they felt should have been more publicized. City leaders had voted in August to build a new parking deck at the site of a popular pedestrian gathering spot on a parking lot along Old Roswell Street. Residents streamed to the microphone at the next meeting imploring city leaders to reconsider. And they did. The matter illustrates Alpharetta’s steps – and missteps – along the path to open government. The lofty goals of “government transparency” is easy to proclaim but can be difficult in practice. Even when government acts legally as it did in this case, citizens often demand more openness – a tap on the shoulder or a bullhorn alert when something big is about to happen. Three days before the council vote Aug. 22, the city published an agenda online listing the parking deck item under “New Business.” That agenda included detailed drawings of the Old Roswell Street site and a timeline for construction. Should it have done more? In light of public reaction, yes. If residents saw the agenda beforehand, it did not spur them to attend the Aug. 22 meeting. Only Councilman Jason Binder spoke in opposition to the parking deck plan. It was only after the 6-1 vote and subsequent news accounts in the Herald that the public got involved. Resident Saga Terrell said at the time the council vote ran counter to the community’s wishes. She was concerned about how the proposal made its way through to the council and was approved with the minimum amount of public notice. Indeed, from the development of Avalon to downtown zoning, Alpharetta

“ We really didn’t anticipate a lot of blowback from putting a parking deck on a parking lot.” JAMES DRINKARD Alpharetta’s assistant city administrator and public information officer

is noted for polling its public before deciding key issues. Workshops and public forums are held weeks before the City Council considers voting on major initiatives. In the case of the parking deck, there were no such forums. City staff did discuss the plan with downtown merchants and property owners a week before the vote. But there were no information sessions advertised for the general public. “We tackled this issue initially as more of a technical issue where we looked at cost and number of spaces – more of a data-driven approach,” said James Drinkard, assistant city administrator and public information officer for the city. “We really didn’t anticipate a lot of blowback from putting a parking deck on a parking lot.” City leaders found out differently. “We try to anticipate what [the pub-

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Live stream meetings online: Days until recorded meeting is posted online: Online agenda:

Agenda packet:

City app/ Social Media:

Milton Yes, meetings are streamed online. Audio and visual quality has improved after new equipment was installed at the new city hall.

Roswell

Yes, City Council; Planning Commission; Design Review Board; Special public information workshops.

Johns Creek Yes, council meetings & work sessions; Planning Commissions; Bd. Of Zoning Appeals; Town Hall meetings. Old agendas & supporting documents.

Typically three days.

Usually by noon next day.

Usually within 24 hours.

Yes, typically posted a minimum of three days in advance of meeting. Old agendas are available going back to 2012. Yes, made available with online agenda. Same background information used by council or commission members.

Yes, packet & supporting documents, charts, maps & graphs back 2 years.

Yes, the information is never taken down.

Yes, agenda and agenda packet are never taken down once uploaded.

Yes, available with online agenda.

Yes, including all relevant and important official forms, including city staff recommendations, maps, etc.

Yes, agenda packet includes all relevant information including maps, official forms and previous discussions on the topic

Yes, the app allows residents to report issues within the city and then track the progress the city is making on resolving the issue. In addition, they are active on Facebook and Twitter. City also provides newsletters, city council updates and updates on other important issues.

No, but the website is easily viewable on mobile. Their social media accounts are updated frequently with information about city meetings, programs and general city information.

Yes, all official forms and maps, including updated forms and maps, as well as any other related material is provided.

Yes, interactive online project map updates weekly with information about project status, applicants, contact information and meetings.

No, the city has no app per se. It does leverage Facebook and Twitter, and its web page was designed mobile-first, so that effectively the website on a mobile device is an app.

Yes, the city just this year Online map for launched an interactive site that public and private allows visitors to track new and projects: ongoing construction projects. Updated constantly.

Yes, WAZE app for real time traffic updates; JC NOW app: mobile access to all city interactive maps (including live traffic), news articles, council meeting agendas, social media and contact information. JC FIX IT app: allows users to report potholes, littler, illegal signs, and other issues. JCPD4ME app: provides links to Police social media sites; get latest on traffic accidents, missing persons, crime reports, “most wanted” information. Yes, under online maps: Datahub - Visualize city data in maps, charts, and dashboards; Other Maps Headings: Active Projects; City & Neighborhood Maps; Confirm Address; Road Projects: Traffic Counts: Find Business; Map Gallery;Parks & Recreation; WAZE; Zoning.

Council meetings are not live streamed, but they are recorded and posted on the city’s website and YouTube channel. Audio only.

File open records request online:

The city’s website allows visitors to download an online form and return it via email. The city is weeks away from upgrading to a system that allows open records requests to be completed and filed completely online.

Yes, main page click on Residents/City Clerk/Request for PublicRecords.

Yes, requests are made through the city’s website via a digital form.

Yes, open records requests can be made by filling out an online form and emailing it to the City Clerk’s office.

Contact information for public officials and staff:

Yes

Yes, email and phone numbers are available online.

Yes, all contact, council terms and committee assignments are listed for each.

Web address:

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Blackbox: Continued from Page 12 lic] will have interest in, what they consider hot-buttons,” Drinkard said. “We really go to an effort to call those things out. We definitely got that guess wrong.” In the wake of resident protest, the City Council withdrew the earlier vote and spent six months hosting public information sessions on the issue. In February, a plan was approved that preserved the pedestrian gathering area on Old Roswell Street, satisfying most residents who had spoken out. Mayor David Belle Isle used the occasion to highlight a lesson learned. “Sometimes we make a decision and the public lets us know about it,” Belle Isle said. “I want to thank this council for leading by listening.” Alpharetta residents have long made it a point to show up for City Council votes on key issues. To ease that process, the city had $80,000 in audio-visual equipment installed when its new City Hall opened in 2015. For the first time, residents could follow government in real-time from home. Drinkard said usually anywhere from 35-40 people go online to watch meetings live. “I’m very happy with that,” he said. “Because you know what it takes to actually get 35 people to come and sit in that room? We can’t do that unless we make somebody mad.” The city’s website also gets a lot of use, Drinkard said. The city is especially proud of its financial transparency portal, which features an open checkbook tracking expenditures all the way back to 2013. “Folks were really happy when we put it out there, but it really doesn’t get much use,” Drinkard said. “It seems to be one of those things that the public’s response is: ‘OK, great. We love that it’s out there, but, since you have it out there, you probably don’t have anything to hide. So we’re content.’”

Johns Creek embraces civic transparency By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – In Appen News Media’s foray into civic transparency among North Fulton’s cities, it was not our intent to make it a comparative analysis and rank the cities. But having said that, we would be remiss to ignore the steps Johns Creek has taken.

Our survey shows that Roswell, Alpharetta and Milton have all taken initiatives toward transparency in conducting civic business. They would compare favorably, we believe, with almost any city in Georgia. In one noted area — live streaming and video recording council meetings — Johns Creek was late to the dance. But when it showed up, it had the best dress. Few cities have tackled transparency with the same innovation, anticipation and eagerness to embrace new technology the way Johns Creek has. Every North Fulton city has a website, but Johns Creek has done more to make its site more interactive than any we have seen. Although among the last of the major north Fulton cities to do so, its live-streaming of City Council meetings has no equal in quality and production. This not only includes getting its agendas posted on Fridays before Monday council meetings, but the complete agenda package with supporting documents, charts and maps are bookmarked in the agenda. By Tuesday noon the agenda report is online with results. Meeting videos are available going back 2 years. Its camera work is the most sophisticated in North Fulton, with an onsite cameraman and cameras that can give close-ups of all councilmembers and those who address the council. Johns Creek boasts the most professional video system employed for council meetings, workshops, town hall meetings, Planning Commission, ZBA and almost any other meeting inside City Hall. It was the first city in Georgia to embrace the traffic app WAZE and share its information with the app to bring the most accurate and up-to-date traffic information on its own app. Other apps allow residents to: • Report accidents, road hazards, code enforcement violations as they spot them on the road. • Chart zoning projects in the city and any updates • View neighborhood maps • View maps denoting upcoming construction projects or activity It is leading North Fulton with its Intelligent Traffic System (Although Alpharetta is hard at work on this). The ITS is monitoring traffic in real time with both human and computer programs that are continuously updating its data. Johns Creek has shown the most enthusiasm for getting information to residents in a timely fashion over a broad spectrum of information streams. No North Fulton city does a bad job with its transparency, but Johns Creek is a step ahead of the pack .. for now.

Milton council denies texting resolution While Milton set the stage for transparency from its beginning 10 years ago – one of the first of the new cities to live stream and video record council meetings -- openness extends only so far. The City Council voted 4-3 in September to deny a resolution that would prohibit board members from using their personal cell phones during council meetings. The council’s digital communication habits came into question after an open records request found multiple councilmembers were sending and receiving text messages on their personal phones during public hearings on a hot-button, zoning issue.

Milton uses technology to keep residents informed By JOE PARKER joe@appnemediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. – Milton puts an emphasis on its transparency, a practice evident on the city’s website. The city provides notices, agendas and information packets that include relevant documents for all its open city meetings. The city also keeps this information available for later retrieval. The documents are not taken down from the city’s website. Shannon Ferguson, Milton communications manager, said the city also allows for transparency through its interactions with residents and by taking ownership of its mistakes, seeking opportunities to improve. However, Milton’s transparency came in to question last year. An open records request found that multiple councilmembers were texting about issues on the council’s agenda during council meetings. The council voted 4-3 opposing a resolution that would have prohibited councilmembers from using their personal cell phones during council meetings. Insofar as finances, Milton lays it all out on the front page of the website. Residents can view the city’s expenses as it relates to its budget every year beginning from 2008-09. Meetings are live-streamed and are usually available just a few hours after the actual meeting takes place. An upgrade in equipment in the new city hall has provided better sound and video quality. The city’s “Connect Milton” app also allows residents to report an issue or

concern within the city and then track the city’s progress on addressing the problem. The city also uses a Constant Contact database which distributes monthly newsletters, routine council meeting updates and periodic updates regarding upcoming projects, current events, ongoing issues or other key city matters. Future Land Use maps and proposed projects are also available from the city’s website, and residents can make open records requests online with a simple form.

Roswell active on social media, doesn’t live stream meetings By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – Roswell provides key information to residents in an easy to find and digest format on its city website. Contact and background information on every public and elected official is easily accessible on roswellgov.com. For councilmembers specifically, each of their bio pages list their committee assignments and the duration of their council terms. One area where Roswell lags behind neighboring cities, however, is online access to meetings. Anyone interested in attending a council meeting can find the complete agenda packet online, usually posted the Friday before a meeting. But the meetings themselves are not live streamed. Video from the entire meeting is posted on the city’s website within 24 hours and is chaptered to allow people to skip to the section they want to view without watching the whole meeting. The city is active on all social media channels, including Facebook and Twitter, and it posts information about city meetings, programs and general information for residents, said Community Relations Manager Julie Brechbill. There is no app specifically made for the city, but the website is designed for easy viewing on mobile. Additionally, the city recently released an interactive development projects map to provide citizens with information on all ongoing construction projects throughout the city. It is updated weekly and is expected to expand with additional functions in the coming years. The city is always looking to improve and regularly seeks community input through meetings and online surveys, Brechbill said. Check next week’s edition for an analysis of Cumming and Forsyth County.

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Sawnee Ballet Theatre announces new Artistic Director FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Sawnee Ballet Theater’s current Artistic Director, Joan Kall Stewart, will end her tenure May 1. Courtney Bromwich, who has worked with Stewart for over four years, will take over the position of artistic director. “I am thrilled and honored to have been invited to be the new artistic director of Sawnee Ballet Theatre,” Bromwich said. “Looking forward, my goal is to continue to build on the rich legacies of classical ballet established by Joan Kall Stewart. I plan to draw on my vast experience and network of choreographers to develop and enhance the company’s unique

identity while expanding the presence of the company in Forsyth County and beyond.” President of the ballet’s board, John McKinnis, said the group is excited to welcome Bromwich. BROMWICH “This is a pivotal time for our organization,” McKinnis said. “We are confident that Courtney can build on the wonderful foundation and reputation Sawnee Ballet Theatre has already established in addition to carving out her own legacy within our organization.”

Forsyth County turns to community for transportation solutions Open house sessions held throughout April

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County is embarking upon the important process of updating its comprehensive transportation plan, a guiding document that outlines the long-range vision for transportation in the county. The updated plan will take a close look at the transportation needs of people who live, work and play throughout the county, and it will result in projects to address vehicular, freight, bicycle and pedestrian needs. Community involvement is key to ensuring the plan update truly captures the spirit and desire of the various voices that represent Forsyth County. Residents, business owners, service organizations and other stakeholders will have several ways to take part in the process in person and online. Face-to-face engagement opportunities will include public meetings and workshops, pop-ups at local events and focus groups. A series of open house sessions will serve as the public’s first opportunity to learn about the transportation plan in person. Sessions will take place on the following dates throughout Forsyth County: • Monday, April 17, from 6 to 8 p.m. West Forsyth High School, 4155 Drew Road • Wednesday, April 19, from 6 to 8 p.m., Central Park Recreation Center, 2300 Keith Bridge Road

• Monday, April 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. Lambert High School, 805 Nichols Road • Thursday, April 27, from 6 to 8 p.m., Hampton Park Library, 5345 Settingdown Road During the open house session, there will be no formal presentation, and the same information will be displayed at each session. The public is invited to drop in at any time during the listed hours. Those who cannot attend an open house are encouraged to visit the project website – forsythtransportationplan.com – to view the display materials and participate in an online survey. Public input, combined with the technical expertise of Forsyth County staff and the consultant team, will result in a list of transportation projects as well as policy recommendations for consideration and adoption by the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners in December of 2017. For more information on the Forsyth Transportation Plan, contact Michael Kray at 404-978-7620 or by email at michael.kray@jacobs.com. This effort is funded in part by the Atlanta Regional Commission, the agency tasked with planning for the future of transportation for the entire metro Atlanta region. Counties are required to update transportation plans every five years. The Forsyth Transportation Plan update will examine the many changes that have occurred in the county’s population, employment, land use and development since the 2011 plan.

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Phase II celebration set April 13 Free-standing Apple Store opens soon By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – And now without further ado: Avalon’s long-awaited second phase, Boulevard East, is having its unveiling April 13 and the public is invited. There is plenty to see and do as Avalon debuts its second wave of luxury homes, retailers and restaurants that will double Avalon’s size. North American Properties Managing Partner Mark Toro is the developer of Avalon, and Hines Senior Managing Director John Heagy heads up the Class A office project that is partnering with Cousins Properties. The two gave a tour of Avalon East last week. Dominating the skyline is the eightstory, 228,000-square-foot Class A office building at 8000 Avalon Boulevard by Hines and Cousins Properties. The $72 million building is about 95 percent completed and 95 percent preleased. “Customers see the advantages of Avalon 8000. It is a great recruiting tool to attract and keep talent,” Heagy said. “The location could not be more attractive, surrounded by appealing retail and restaurants.” Heagy noted when employees get off the elevators they spill out onto Avalon Boulevard East with all its attractions. Microsoft is the anchor tenant, moving over from Sanctuary Park in Alpharetta into 43,000 square feet at

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Another exciting addition is the nearly 8,000-square-foot Apple Store that will be at the foot of 8000 Avalon office building. That will bring Avalon up to some 580,000 square feet of retail and restaurants, quality retailers and specialty stores. Avalon East includes new upscale

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Huddle announces new West Coast Manager Getting business ALPHARETTA, Ga—Huddle has recently announced an acquisition of PrepMo to further expand the nation’s largest ticketing solution for the high schools. Justin Petersen from PrepMo will assume a leadership role at Huddle, managing the Western United States. For the 2017-2018 school year, Huddle has expanded

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BUSINESSBRIEFS Emilie Bozon has joined as the sales and marketing manager from Fermob in France and will be based at Fermob USA for three years. Both Jacob Dierdorff as inventory control manager and Merilee Dyer as accounting specialist have also been added to the growing team.

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ThinU opens in Alpharetta ALPHARETTA, Ga. —A 2015 JAMA Internal Medicine online study indicates that many Americans struggle with obesity. As reported by the study, there has been a significant increase in obesity over the past 20 years. ThinU President Barry Lucas believes that it is important to recognize the magnitude and severity of the problem and to be aware of how obesity damages health, and it is important that people that are struggling with weight be aware of the options and technologies that are available to help them achieve their weight loss goals. ThinU intends to help people with their weight loss efforts by bringing technologies such as LED Lipolysis, 3D Body Scanning, Metabolic Testing and Vibration Therapy into the main stream and use them in conjunction with diet and nutritional support. ThinU is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 8pm and Saturday from 9am to 7pm at 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Suite 4, Alpharetta and can be reached at 678-996-1313.

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Avalon: Continued from Page 16 retailers such as Brooks Brothers and Robert Redford’s Sundance catalogue which will have a brick-and-mortar store. So will Urban Outfitters and Levis. “But this Levis store will custom fit your jeans,” Toro said. “Your 501s will fit perfectly.” Dining and entertainment includes Hop City for beer lovers and The Spotted Trotter, a charcuterie by Kirkwood. Joining them will be Brine Fish House and Atlanta’s Persian entrée Rumi’s Kitchen. For those who love the buzz and excitement that makes Avalon what it is, there are more opportunities to live

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Fulton Science Academy, a private STEAM school with an emphasis in the areas of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics, recently announced that Kandice Ivarie as its Elementary Curriculum Coordinator and Administrative team member, starting Aug. 1. In the new position, Ivarie will IVARIE work with teachers to maximize efficiency in the organization and implementation of curriculum, serving as a role model, coach and trainer for best practices. She will also play a vital role in the collaboration of elementary, middle and high school curriculum coordinators. Currently in charge of curriculum support at Birmingham Falls Elementary School, Ivarie holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. She obtained her Talented and Gifted Certification in 2008.

UNG Cottrell MBA named in top five public programs DAHLONEGA, Ga. — The University of North Georgia’s Cottrell Master of Business Administration program has been ranked as the fifth best public, part-time MBA program in Georgia by the U.S. News and World Report 2018 Best Graduate Schools report. The complete list of top five public part-time MBA programs is: • Kennesaw State University • Georgia Institute of Technology • University of Georgia

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• Georgia State University • University of North Georgia According to U.S. News, part-time business programs play a vital role for working professionals who are unable to attend business school full time. The annual U.S. News ranking is formulated based on average peer assessment score, average graduate exam (GMAT and GRE) scores of entering part-time MBA students, average undergraduate grade point average, number of years of work experience, and the percentage of total MBA enrollment that is part time.

Roswell Inc releases 2016 report card ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell Inc has released its 2016 report card, which provides a snapshot of the city’s key economic indicators from the past year. Select 2016 report card highlights include: • 739 new business licenses issued, generating 1,066 new jobs • 1,110 construction permits issued, valued at $254.9 million • Impact fees of $1.3 million, which is up from $522,000+ in 2015 because of the city’s new impact fee structure • 720 jobs created in the opportunity zone, bringing the total number of jobs created in the opportunity zone since its inception to 5,125 • Unemployment rate of 3.8% • 2,410 attendees at Roswell Inc events and programs Additional 2016 milestones for the organization include launching an Economic Development Alliance, hosting its biannual Roswell Leadership Focus trip, and hosting the annual North Fulton Opportunity Outlook in partnership with the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce and other North Fulton cities. The report card was released at the organization’s annual Real Estate & Development Outlook event, where Roswell Inc provides insight into the local market to brokers, developers and property managers.

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ROSWELL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

Don’t miss the opening day of the Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market for the 2017 season. Mix and mingle with friends, shop for fresh items and enjoy talking to the vendors. The ribbon cutting is at 8 a.m., on Sunday, April 16 and festivities continue through noon at Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell. For more information, visit roswellfam.com. Looking to get the word out about your event? Submit it to our online calendar at NorthFulton. com/Calendar.

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TEA WITH BEATRIX POTTER

What: Alpharetta’s weekly gathering returns on Old Roswell Street with rotating food trucks and music each week. Six to eight food trucks from the Atlanta area will come out to help kick off the weekend early. When: Thursdays, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Where: Old Roswell Street in Alpharetta’s historic district More info: awesomealpharetta.com

What: This springtime tradition features beloved children’s author Beatrix Potter as she brings to life Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddleduck, Tom Kitten and other characters through storytelling and puppetry. When: Saturday, April 15, 1-3 p.m. Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $10 More info and registration: roswellgov. com

COMMUNITY EASTER EGG HUNT

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What: Children and their families can join in the big hunt for Easter eggs filled with candy. This day includes games, crafts, an egg hunt and a visit from a special bunny. When: Saturday, April 15, 10 a.m.noon Where: Birmingham United Methodist Church, 15770 Birmingham Highway, Milton More info: birminghamumc.org

What: Feel Beautiful Today, providing arts in health programs to cancer patients and survivors at 15 local hospitals, will host a day of hope and fashion. When: Wednesday, April 19, 11 a.m.1:30 p.m. Where: The Metropolitan Club, 5895 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta Cost: $30, all proceeds benefiting FBT More info and tickets: feelbeautifultoday.org

ATLANTA BIRD FEST

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What: Presented by the Atlanta Audubon Society, the festival features field trips, workshops and speakers for both casual and experienced nature and bird observers across metro Atlanta. When: Through May 15 Where: Throughout metro Atlanta More info and full list of events: atlantaaudubon.org/atlanta-bird-fest

JOHN RUTTER’S REQUIEM

What: Enjoy a free concert performance of “John Rutter’s Requiem” that affirms life and life after death, put on by the Roswell Presbyterian Church’s Chancel Choir and Orchestra. When: Friday, April 14, 7:30 p.m. Where: Roswell Presbyterian Church, 755 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: roswellpres.org or 770-993-6316

AUTREY MILL UNPLUGGED

What: Local soulful songwriter and vocalist Ben Wade Marcum will perform at the Autrey Mill Unplugged concert series with pre-concert complimentary, light refreshments. When: Saturday, April 15, doors open at 7 p.m., concert at 8 p.m. Where: Warsaw Church, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: Tickets start at $15 More info and tickets: autreymill.org

NATURE MATTERS

What: “Bearing Witness” The Photography of Greg Ferguson will showcase Ferguson’s award-winning photography of the natural world. When: Through March 31, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: gregferguson.us.com or 770594-6232 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. Featuring SCAD students, alumni and faculty When: Through April 21, MondayFriday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

LIBRARY EVENTS: MIDDAY AT MILTON

What: Join the bookclub for a discussion of Fredrik Backman’s novel “A Man Called Ove,” which recently got made into a movie. New members are welcome. When: Friday, April 14, noon-1 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Milton More info: afpls.org

What: Enjoy a free showing of the documentary “Nature Matters,” which follows 10 teenagers as they spend a week at Yellowstone National Park and learn the importance of spending time outdoors. Q-and-A with the screenwriter to follow. When: Monday, April 17, 6:30-7:45 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: naturemattersfilm.com

YOUNG ARTISTS

What: Participants ages 7 and up can learn the basic techniques of drawing and painting, as well as the elements of art, the principles of design and cartoon drawing. When: Saturday, April 15, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 770-360-8897

AP TEST PREP: HUMAN GEOGRAPHY

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What: The Kudzu Players present a Pulitzer Prize-winning Off-Broadway play about the relationship between an aging white Southern woman and a black chauffeur. When: April 13-23, times vary Where: Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell Cost: $18 for adults, $16 for seniors More info and tickets: bullochhall.org

What: Prepare for the AP Human Geography test this spring with C2Education. After the test prep class, stop by the library during business hours over the weekend to take a 3-hour long practice test. When: Monday, April 17, 6-7:30 p.m. Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info and registration: afpls.org or 770-640-3075

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What: This free family-friendly event will include egg hunts for all ages, food trucks, games, face painting, music and a visit from the Easter Bunny. When: Saturday, April 15, 10 a.m.noon Where: Friendship Park, 12765 Birmingham Highway, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us

What: Bring baskets and enjoy the thrill of the chase to collect 1,300+ Easter eggs on the Walk of Memories at the American Legion. This event is hosted by the Auxillary Unit at 201. When: Saturday, April 15, 11 a.m.12:30 p.m. Where: American Legion Post 201, 201 Wills Road, Alpharetta More info: 770-490-2130

What: The annual festival returns once more to Historic Canton Street in Roswell. Enjoy live bands, food trucks, kids games, face painting and balloons. Free, regular trolley service. When: Every third Thursday, 5-9 p.m., through October Where: Canton Street and Roswell Square, Roswell More info: aliveinroswell.com What: Events will take place throughout the city to celebrate spring, Roswell and the abundant azaleas, a native Georgian flower. Activities include plant sales, art exhibits, bicycle races, ghost tours, comedy night and more. When: Through April 30 Where: Multiple locations throughout Roswell More info: roswellazaleafestival.com

What: This musical follows early rock ‘n roll stars Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash, along with newcomer Jerry Lee Lewis as they find themselves in the legendary Memphis recording studio. When: April 6-23, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info and tickets: get.org

What: Learn the differences between both tests, especially the SAT, which was overhauled last year. Use the information to decide which test to take. When: Tuesday, April 18, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info and registration: milton. branch@fultoncountyga.gov or 404613-4402

JAPANESE ART PRINTING

What: Learn about the Japanese art form Gyotaku (fish printing) for ages 6-8. This art project involves paint, so have children dress accordingly. Registration is required. When: Wednesday, April 19, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info and registration: comments@ co.fulton.ga.us or 404-613-4050

PET ADOPTIONS:

FORSYTH COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER What: Pet adoptions When: Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: The Forsyth County Animal Shelter, 4065 County Way, Forsyth County More info: 678-965-7185

FULTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES What: Pet adoptions When: Every Saturday and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Where: PetSmart, 6370 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta Additional adoptions: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Fulton County Animal Services, 860 Marietta Blvd. NW, Atlanta More info: 404-613-4958

OF INTEREST ELSEWHERE: URINETOWN

What: Act3 Productions presents the award-winning musical satire of a city struggling with a water shortage, the changes to water amenities and a hero leading the people to freedom. When: April 14-29, times vary Where: Act3 Productions, 6285-R Roswell Road, Sandy Springs More info and tickets: act3productions. org or 770-241-1905

FREE TAX PREP SERVICES

What: Get free tax assistance, counseling and preparation. No appointment is necessary. Bring all relevant tax forms, last year’s return, a photo ID, Social Security card and checkbook. When: Through April 18, times vary Where: Gwinett Technical College, 5150 Sugarloaf Parkway, Building 700, Busbee Center, Lawrenceville More info: aarp.org

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GET OUTSIDE, GEORGIA:

Who stole Jones Bridge?

One of the great outdoor treasures of the North Atlanta area is the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. Consisting of a series of units from Buford Dam STEVE HUDSON downriver along Get Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net the Chattahoochee to inside I-285, this unique park is closely tied to the river and offers outdoor recreation opportunities for just about everyone – including some truly great hiking that you never think you’d find in the big city. When it comes to hiking, it seems that every outdoors enthusiast has a favorite CRNRA unit. In fact, I was talking with a fellow hiker about that just the other day. “They’re all good,” he said. “But I’ve always been particularly fond of Jones Bridge.” The Jones Bridge Unit of CRNRA is east of Ga. 400 and is easy to reach via Holcomb Bridge Road and Barnwell Road. Its central feature is, as you might expect, Jones Bridge. Well, that’s not exactly true. The central feature is really just half of Jones Bridge. So where’s the other half? That’s a good question. In the early 19th century, an early area resident named John Martin purchased land on both sides of the river. As it happened, and since the river at that point formed the county boundary, he actually ended up with property in two counties – Fulton and Gwinnett. That becomes significant, as we’ll see in a minute. What did Martin do with his new land? He eventually operated a ferry there. It was first called Martin’s Ferry but eventually became known as Jones Ferry. In the absence of an actual bridge, it was the only way to cross the river there if you wanted to stay dry in the process. But progress marches on. In 1904 a bridge was built to replace the ferry. The new bridge was welcomed by the folks who lived in the area, for it provided a quick and easy way to cross. But the bridge suffered the ravages of time and weather, and by the 1930s it had become unsafe. Neither county wanted to cover the needed repairs and so the bridge was eventually closed. Today, you can still see the steel framework of half the bridge. It’s on the Fulton County side just upriver

from the Jones Bridge Unit’s main parking area. The spidery remains, rusted and aging, seem to float out over the water – and then they simply stop halfway to the other side. But what happened to the other half of the bridge? The story goes that sometime in the 1940s, people began to notice workers cutting up and removing sections of the old bridge. Everyone assumed that the work was official. But it turns out that the folks taking the bridge apart were actually stealing it, probably to sell as scrap metal. They got away with half the bridge, too, but the other half remains there today. When you visit the Jones Bridge Unit, you can easily see the remains of the old bridge. From the parking area at the far end of the Jones Bridge Unit access road, it’s just a short hike upstream. Believe it: you literally can’t miss the old bridge. This unit offers some great hiking opportunities too. Two routes come to mind. One is a fairly short hike which heads upriver from the main parking area to the remains of the old bridge and then loops counterclockwise through the woods and back to the

parking area. It’s great for a taste of what CRNRA hiking is like. The other hiking opportunity at Jones Bridge – the so-called south-end trail system – takes you quite a ways downriver and includes floodplain hiking as well as upland hiking. This is in-and-out hiking which eventually leads to a spiderweb network of interconnecting pathways that offer seemingly limitless hiking opportunities. All sorts of routes are possible there. Just remember that with so many options on the south end trails, it’s easy to lose track of time. You don’t want to be late for supper! Now is a perfect time of year to explore this and other hiking trails within the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, and you can learn about these trails in Steve Hudson’s book “Hiking the Hooch.” Check out “Hiking the Hooch” at local outfitters or on Amazon. Autographed copies are available direct from the author at www. chattahoocheemedia.com.

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Village Park of Alpharetta is pleased to introduce Jennifer Valiquett as Community Relations Director. Jennifer brings 8 years of sales and marketing experience to the Village Park team. Her responsibility will be pre-leasing units at Village Park which is scheduled to open in August 2017. Jennifer will meet with families to educate them on the social and physical benefits of living at Village Park. She will discuss the services provided in the Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care units. Jennifer will also host events, network with local professionals and be a part of the Village Park team that gives back to Alpharetta by volunteering in community events. We asked Jennifer why she is so passionate about the industry. Her response is as genuine as she is by saying, “I fell in love with this industry when I realized I needed to find a community for my aging parents. As an adult daughter myself, I truly understand how difficult it was to find a community that met all the needs for my parents. As I went through the emotions and research myself, I am thankful for the experience I had and use the knowledge I gained to now assist other families in making decisions on their next chapter in life”.

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Just weeks after the proposed mandatory recess bill for Georgia students was shot down, the Alpharetta library will be showing a documentary on why unstructured time outside is important for children. On April 17, the library will screen the 40-minute documentary “Nature Matters,” written by local screenwriter Michael Buchanan. The film explores the growing disconnect between people and nature, and how that is effecting children. “This generation of kids interacts less with nature than other group of people ever in the history of humankind,” Buchanan said. “The consequences are just now showing up.” Lack of recess can harm children academically and behaviorally by contributing to stress, depression and obesity, Buchanan said. “All the studies show that if you just take the time, however much you can squeeze out of your day, to go out in nature, then you benefit — whether it’s your blood pressure, or improving behavior, problem-solving and creativity,” Buchanan said. “Kids need, not structured time, but unstructured time in nature.” The documentary frames this issue by following 10 South Carolina teenagers who have almost no experience with nature as they visit Yellowstone

National Park for the first time. “Most of these kids were 16 or 17 at the time of filming, and they had never been for a hike in the forest,” Buchanan. “They had never seen an animal in real life other than a squirrel, rat or bird in the city. I will never forget how I was standing there, and this one kid goes, ‘You know? This is the first waterfall I’ve ever seen.’” The students were given the opportunity by the Charlotte-based Studio 345, which helps give inner-city children access to arts and nature. Originally, the studio planned to make the film only about the students’ trip, but Buchanan said that it quickly snowballed into making a documentary

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coming to Alpharetta library about how their journey would reflect the struggles of children all across the nation. “They’re the face of the crisis: kids do not interact with nature like they used to,” Buchanan said. “None of this is one kid’s story, but it’s somebody’s truth.” The teenagers did not remain unchanged by the program. Many of them became inspired to affect change back home. “It’s great to go to Yellowstone, but what does that mean when you get home?” Buchanan said. “They decided, ‘Well, I’m going to be a better steward of my own environment. I’m going to talk to my mom about going more to the park.’” One of the students was so inspired by the experience, her newfound passion, that she changed her classes so that she could become a biologist. “But I think one of the biggest surprises from making this documentary was how much the students embraced this venture,” Buchanan said. “They will seek that feeling they got in nature again. You can’t find it in a book, in a film, on their laptop, on their phone – they can only find that feeling outdoors. “If you want a kid to understand

the value of nature, you can’t let them watch “Planet Earth” all the time. You have to put them in it,” Buchanan added. Buchanan said that the film in part helps to combat the rising obesity, depression and stress that more and more children face these days. “Until the last hundred years or so, we’ve been immersed in nature. That’s no longer the case, and it’s hurting us,” Buchanan said. “We have to learn to find a balance between our materialistic society and our needs for being human.” That balance may be hard to find, but it’s possible. “Just look at New York City. You can’t find a busier, more bustling city. But they have one of the biggest city parks in the world,” Buchanan said. “Not everyone can go to Yellowstone, but you can walk the Big Creek Greenway. You can take your kids camping.” The issues that Buchanan has explored and tackled in his documentaries, including childhood obesity and bullying, can be fixed. “These are not unfixable crises. With a little bit of effort, we can make a big difference. But if we continue to just skim along the surface, and don’t dig

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After spring break, baseball Previewing each team’s chances to secure a playoff berth By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — After the majority of local baseball teams played in tournaments over spring break or played non-region games at home, their focus now returns to securing region titles as region play picks up again this week.

REGION 7-AAAAAA:

Pope (20-3, 10-1) Northview (20-3, 8-3) Dunwoody (9-14, 6-5) Cambridge (9-11, 6-5) Alpharetta (14-9, 6-5) Johns Creek (12-10, 5-6) North Atlanta (8-15, 3-7) Chattahoochee (9-14-1, 2-8) Centennial (10-12, 2-8)

putting them in position to contend for a playoff spot in their first year in Class 6A. Remaining region games: 5 (vs. Dunwoody, Chattahoochee, Centennial, Alpharetta and North Atlanta) To secure playoff berth: Cambridge lost to Dunwoody earlier this season but beat Alpharetta, making for a three-way tie for third in the region. That makes it anyone’s game to secure one of the four playoff spots available from the region. With three wins in their final five games, including over Dunwoody and Alpharetta, the Bears will clinch a playoff berth.

and Northview by one run in each game, putting their hopes of a playoff spot in jeopardy. Region games remaining: 5 (vs. Pope, Dunwoody, Chattahoochee, Centennial and Alpharetta) To secure playoff berth: Johns Creek will likely need to win at least four of its five remaining region games, including a win against Alpharetta on April 21 which would give the Gladiators the tiebreaker over Alpharetta for a potential playoff spot.

REGION 4-AAAAAAA Lassiter (18-6, 7-2) Walton (20-4, 7-2) Woodstock (15-10, 4-5) Roswell (13-9, 3-6) Cherokee (8-19, 3-6) Etowah (14-10, 3-6)

Roswell Alpharetta Northview

Where they stand: The Titans dropped their first two region games to Alpharetta and Cambridge, but have since won eight of nine region games to improve to 8-3 in region. The Titans are averaging 6.6 runs per game this year and behind the stout pitching of Colton McDaniel, Avery Thomas and Matthew Pacifico, they give up an average of 2.6 runs per game. Remaining region games: 5 (vs. North Atlanta, Dunwoody, Centennial, Pope and Chattahoochee) To win region championship: Northview will need Pope to drop at least two of its final games, including against Northview on April 19, for the Titans to have a chance. If Northview wins out and Pope only loses its game to Northview, the lower amount of runs surrendered in the teams’ two games will determine the winner (Pope won 5-0 in the teams’ first game).

Cambridge Where they stand: The Bears have won four of their past five region games, including a 4-2 win over previously undefeated Pope on March 30,

Where they stand: After winning five of its first six region games, Alpharetta has struggled of late. The Raiders have lost four of their last five games in a tough stretch of opponents that included Northview, Cambridge and Dunwoody. Region games remaining: 5 (vs. Pope, Chattahoochee, North Atlanta, Cambridge and Johns Creek). To secure playoff berth: With multiple teams vying for the third and fourth seed from the region, there are too many variable to list, but Alpharetta can certainly help its chances by beating Cambridge on April 19 to hold the tiebreaker. Alpharetta can also secure the tiebreaker over Johns Creek with a win in the teams’ April 21 game.

Johns Creek

Where they stand: Johns Creek was sitting pretty before dropping three games between March 27-30. The Gladiators fell to North Atlanta, Cambridge

Where they stand: In a talent-rich region, Roswell faces a tough road to the reach the playoffs for the first time since 2014. The Hornets opened up region play against the defending Class 6A state champions Walton, dropping all three games of the series. After downing Etowah 2-1 in a three-game series, Roswell fell in another series to Woodstock. Region games remaining: 5 (vs. Cherokee, Cherokee, Lassiter, Lassiter, Lassier) To clinch playoff spot: There are lots of variables for the Hornets, but if they can sweep Cherokee in the twogame series and get at least one win against region-leading Lassiter, the Hornets stand a good chance of making the playoffs.

REGION 5-AAAAAAA

Lambert (13-11, 7-2) Milton (15-8, 6-3) South Forsyth (14-9, 5-4) West Forsyth (11-12, 4-5) Forsyth Central (14-11, 4-5) North Forsyth (9-15, 1-8)

Lambert Where they stand: The Longhorns are seeking their fourth region title in five years and enter the final region games of the season with a one game lead over Milton in the talent-rich Re-

gion 5-AAAAAAA. Five of Lambert’s last seven region games have been decided by under three runs. Region games remaining: 6 (vs. North Forsyth, North Forsyth, Milton, South Forsyth, South Forsyth and Forsyth Central) To clinch region championship: Lambert and Milton will decide the winner of their series on April 14. With four wins, including over Milton, Lambert will secure the title.

Milton

Where they stand: Milton led the region standings before dropping two games to South Forsyth before spring break, forcing the Eagles to now chase Lambert for the region title. Region games remaining: 6 (vs. Forsyth Central, Forsyth Central, Lambert, North Forsyth, North Forsyth and West Forsyth. To clinch region championship: If Milton can win out, they will still need Lambert to drop three region games to clinch the title.

South Forsyth

Where they stand: It has been a back-and-forth season for South so far in region play. The team has gone 3-3 in its past six region games, each win followed by a loss. The War Eagles’ bats have helped them to clinch a few close games. South is averaging 5.4 runs per game. Region games remaining: 6 (vs. West Forsyth, West Forsyth, Forsyth Central, Lambert, Lambert, North Forsyth) To clinch region championship: If South can win its two games against

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teams focus on region races Lambert, and if Milton loses at least two of its final games, South will still have a chance at the region title.

West Forsyth

Where they stand: West dropped its series, 1-2, against Lambert before spring break dropping the Wolverines to under .500 in region play. Region games remaining: 6 (vs. South Forsyth, South Forsyth, North Forsyth, Forsyth Central, Forsyth Central and Milton) To clinch playoff berth: Every game is crucial for the Wolverines as they do not currently hold a tiebreaker over any team. West will need to beat Forsyth Central and North Forsyth to earn the tiebreakers over those teams and will need to win at least three of their final six games to ensure a playoff spot.

ton, Milton, South Forsyth) To clinch playoff berth: North will have to aim to win out, have West lose three or more games and for Forsyth Central to lose at least four games.

REGION 6-A SUB-REGION A

King’s Ridge (15-5, 10-1) Mt. Paran (15-7, 7-4) Mount Pisgah (9-10, 7-5) Fellowship Christian (13-9, 5-6) Whitefield Academy (12-7, 5-7) St. Francis (8-17, 5-7) Walker (7-12, 4-7) Pinecrest Academy (9-11, 3-9)

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Where they stand: The Bulldogs swept North Forsyth in three games to remain in the hunt for a playoff spot where they will be hoping to make a return to the playoffs after missing out last season. Region games remaining: 6 (vs. Milton, Milton, South Forsyth, West Forsyth, West Forsyth and Lambert) To clinch playoff berth: Forsyth Central has a tough road ahead, facing the top four teams in the region in its final six games. Included in that span are two games against West and one game against South that could decide the final of the four playoff spots earned in the region.

North Forsyth Where they stand: It’s been a tough year for the Raiders in region play with North victorious in just one of its nine games so far, a 3-1 win over West on March 22. Region games remaining: 6 (vs. Lambert, Lambert, West Forsyth, Mil-

Sub-region games remaining: 2 (vs. King’s Ridge, King’s Ridge) To clinch playoff spot: In the April 4 power ratings, the Patriots were ranked No. 20. With 24 teams making the playoffs, Mount Pisgah will likely need a few wins either against King’s Ridge or in the region crossover games.

Where they stand: King’s Ridge has locked up the sub-region title with three games remaining. Since their first sub-region loss of the season to Mt. Paran on March 14, the Tigers have reeled off six straight wins. Sub-region games remaining: 2 (vs. Mount Pisgah, Mount Pisgah) To clinch region championship: The Tigers’ have already secured the sub-region title as they hold the tiebreaker over Mt. Paran, the only team who could match their record. King’s Ridge will play region crossover games next week, and the region title game. They will likely face Gordon Lee of sub -region B. Gordon Lee beat the Tigers 7-6 on a walk-off on March 31.

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Where they stand: The Patriots sit third in the sub-region standings but will face some of the top teams in the sub-region in their final stretch before region crossover games. WHAT THEY DID AGAINST FCS

Fellowship Christian

Where they stand: It’s been backand-forth for Fellowship in region play as the Paladins as every game Fellowship has won against sub-region opponents has been followed by a loss. Fellowship is averaging five runs per game this season. Sub-region games remaining: 3 (vs. Whitefield Academy, Whitefield Academy, Mt. Paran) To clinch playoff spot: Ranked No. 22 in the April 4 power rating, Fellowship will likely need multiple wins in the sub-region and region crossover games to secure a playoff spot. Fellowship has not made the playoffs since the 2012 season.

seeking its second winning season in the last 10 years in the final stretch. At 3-9 in region play, Pinecrest can only hope to finish mid-pack in the sub-region standings. Sub-region games remaining: 2 (vs. St. Francis, St. Francis) To clinch playoff spot: Despite their sub-.500 record, Pinecrest has beaten the non-region opponents of Galloway and Mt. Vernon Presbyterian and Landmark Christian which has them ranked on the bubble spot, No. 24, in the April 4 power ratings. Being on the bubble means Pinecrest will likely need a few wins to secure a playoff spot.

REGION 7-AAAA

Blessed Trinity (21-3, 6-0) Marist (12-11, 6-0) West Hall (11-10, 3-6) Chestatee (9-15, 2-7) White County (3-17, 1-5)

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Where they stand: The season started out ominously for the Knights as they went 1-9 to open the season against a tough non-region schedule. Since then, the Knights have gone .500. Sub-region games remaining: 2 (vs. Pinecrest Academy, Pinecrest Academy) To clinch playoff spot: After spending much of the year at the bottom of the power ratings, St. Francis’ recent wins put them at 27th in the April 4 power ratings, three spots behind the bubble. Depending on the results of other teams on the bubble, the Knights may need to win out to have a chance of being in the top-24 later this month.

Pinecrest Academy Where they stand: Pinecrest will be

Where they stand: BT has become one of the most consistently formidable team in the state, and even with a new class and new region this year, the Titans are continuing to win. The Titans haven’t lost to an in-state opponent in over a month and have opened up region play undefeated. BT is outscoring opponents by an average of five runs per game. Region games remaining: 6 (vs. Marist, Marist, Marist, West Hall, West Hall, West Hall) To clinch region championship: Seeking its sixth straight region title, Blessed Trinity is currently tied atop to the standings with Marist, a 12-time state champion. The teams will face off in a threegame series this week with the winner in a commanding position to take the title. If BT can sweep Marist and win at least one game against West Hall, BT will be assured the region title.

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Forsyth HOSA ranks high at conference ATLANTA — The Georgia HOSA State Leadership Conference was held March 9-11 at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis. Winners will compete at the International Leadership Conference in June in Orlando, Fla. HOSA was created with the idea of providing students opportunities to develop as a leader and a future employee. Georgia HOSA created in 2000 now serves over 14,000 members. Forsyth middle and high schools were successful at this year’s conference. Otwell Middle School: • 1st Place: Chloe Enchill, Ethan Fortgang, Grace Mercer and TJ Stevens in Health Education • 2nd Place: Isabella Busse and Janka Shah in Health Career Display South Forsyth Middle School: • 1st Place: Lane Banta in Health Career Exploration, Neharika Kutagulla, Vibha Mohan and Sindu Nama in Health Education, Iti Jain in Healthy Lifestyle, Maddie Foster in Medical Reading, Shanthi Hedge in Extemporaneous Health Poster, Ashriitha Shanmugam in

Medical Terminology, Srishti Talati in Nutrition Knowledge, Avinash Atluru, Suraj Geddam, Bharath Vantaru and Sumanth Viravalli in Public Health, Sathya Dilibabu and Nyanth Thatta in Health Career Display • 2nd Place: Grace Yao in Nutrition Knowledge, Sparsh Tilati in Medical Reading, Tanvi Guraj in Health Career Exploration, Tharini Ramakrishnan Kavitha in Medical terminology and Kabir Jain in Prepared Speaking • 3rd Place: Toni Winiker in Health Career Exploration, Akshitha Puvvada in Healthy Lifestyle, Tapasya Katta in Medical Reading, Chris Efobi in Medical Terminology and Vidya Manivannan in Extemporaneous Health Poster Forsyth Central High School: • 1st Place: Sagan de Castro in Pharmacology • 3rd Place: Avery Lewis in Behavioral Health Science and Parker Gray in Epidemiology Lambert High School: • 1st Place: Sujith Abbagoni, Justin Ahn, Mehul Kumar and John Park in Biomedical Debate, Julia

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Chang in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Shreya Bayyapureddy, Siri Gandreddi, and Sindhu Sukumar in Community Awareness and Aniket Adhikari and Berry Choi in Emergency Medical Technician, Shannon Xayaraj in Dental Terminology, Isabella Rakhlis in Healthy Lifestyle, Nethra Pillai in Medical Spelling • 2nd Place: Rohil Badkundri in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Frankie Kim, Joowon Kim, Elizabeth Lansden and Chris Ree in Creative Problem Solving, Vishnavi Batchu and Kareena Trivedi in Health Career Display Board, Mahi Patel and Sarah Grayce Van Slyke in Health Education, Nicole Mistry in Human Growth and Development • 3rd Place: Lauren Hong in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Alexis Hong and Vikram Sahgal in CERT Skills Emergency Preparedness, Rhea Bhalla, Asia Murray, Maya Patel and Megha Sequeria in Community Awareness, Chen Lin in Dental Terminology, Sanja Reddy in Medical Assisting, Saher Dossani, Sharnitha Sudhaner, Srinidhi Vangala and Tara Velappan in Public Health

Blotter: Continued from Page 2 The owner linked to the license plate number said that his car was still in his possession, while the man registered with the VIN number said that he had reported the car as stolen Feb. 1 with Gwinnett Police. Zaragoza was charged with disobeying traffic control devices, failure to maintain lane, littering, driving while unlicensed and removing/affixing plate with intent to conceal.

Woman caught shoplifting through self-checkout MILTON, Ga. — A woman was arrested for shoplifting April 4 at the Windward Parkway Walmart in Milton after she failed to scan multiple items while using the self-checkout lane. A Walmart loss prevention officer noticed the woman scanning certain merchandise, but she did not scan 11 items before placing them in bags. The items not scanned included cleaner, two table lamps, bamboo tools, a measuring cup, measuring bowl, two pairs of leggings, copper mugs, an induction pan set and a night light. The items were valued at $118.

DEATH NOTICES Leon T. Burawski, 87, of Alpharetta, passed away April 2, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Imre M. Gombos, 81, of Cumming, passed away March 24, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Edith T. Karasch, 89, of Roswell, passed away March 23, 2017. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

John S Padgett, 86, of Cumming, passed away April 5, 2017. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Charlotte Ann Clemons, 66, of Cumming, passed away April 4, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

John A. Gwynn, 90, of Roswell, passed away March 24, 2017. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

Judith Ann Quinn, 75, passed away March 31, 2017. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

James W. Cooper, 58, of Suwanee, passed away March 27, 2017. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Randy Hall, 53, of Cumming, passed away March 29, 2017. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Rita Kollars, of Roswell, passed away March 30, 2017. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Margaret Cowart, 80, of Cumming, passed away April 4, 2017. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. John Garthwaite, of Alpharetta, passed away March 30, 2017. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Roger Lynn Hensley, 71, of Cumming, passed away March 30, 2017. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Chuck W. Hollifield, 57, of Alpharetta, passed away March 26, 2017. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home. Vickie Howe, 62, of Milton, passed away March 29, 2017. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

Sandra Manning, of Alpharetta, passed away March 31, 2017. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors. Flavia C. McKinney, 87, of Cumming, passed away March 24, 2017. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home. Teri Lynn Neal, 63, of Cumming, passed away April 3, 2017. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Michael John Quisenberry, 56, of Cumming, passed away April 2, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Thomas Stazak, 68, of Alpharetta, passed away March 29, 2017. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home. Christopher John Wall, 57, passed away April 1, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

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