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Woman hides drugs in peach can Arrested for trafficking 1,000 doses of meth ►►PAGE 2
Rep. Dudgeon on FAST board
Will help with Fulton’s Academy of Science and Technology charter school ►►PAGE 4
Forsyth 2nd most insured county in Ga. Because of higher incomes, education levels ►►PAGE 6
Thank you, library volunteers FCPL thanks helpers ►►PAGE 9
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Honoring Forsyth’s finest Family members pose with the new road signs along with Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills, Sheriff Duane Piper and former Sheriff Don Pirkle during a ceremony dedicating two portions of a road in Forsyth County were renamed April 14 in memory of public safety officials who fell while in the line of duty. Read more, Page 13.
Sharon Forks Library busiest in state ►►PAGE 10
Millennials moving in Forsyth named one of top housing choices ►►PAGE 16
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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — After going years without having a deadly accident, the city of Johns Creek was rocked April 13 and 14 with two fatalities. Maj. John Clifton with the Johns Creek Police Department said the accident on April 13 at 6:40 a.m. involved 49-year-old motorcyclist David Kan. He was deceased when police officers arrived on the scene, Clifton said. “He was on a motorcycle turning left onto Douglas Road from Jones Bridge Road,” Clifton said. “He turned in front of a vehicle and might have lost control. The vehicle struck the motorcycle he was on.” Information is not being released about the driver who hit Kan, Clifton said, except that she was “pretty distraught about it.” At this time, the medical examiner will do an autopsy. The female driver was not impaired, Clifton said. A second accident that killed Jeffrey Hess, born in 1957, occurred around 12:40 p.m. April 14, also on Jones Bridge Road. “A driver in a Chevrolet Equinox was travelling southbound on Jones Bridge Road when it drove into the northbound lane and struck a Lexus RX350 pretty much head on,” said Sgt. Ronnie Young. The initial collision happened on the roadway, and then as they spun, a third car, an Infiniti, lightly struck the Lexus in the rear, Young said. “We have no reason to believe alcohol or drugs are related to this at this time,” he said.
The suspect reportedly hid 1,000 doses of meth in a peach can
1,000 doses of meth found in faux peach can FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — During a traffic stop on April 8, Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office deputies located approximately 98 grams of methamphetamine concealed in a fake can of peaches that was in the susKLEIN pect’s vehicle. This amounts to approximately 1,000 doses of meth. The suspected dealer, Lorrie Dianne Klein, 46, of Dawsonville, was charged with trafficking in methamphetamine
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Eight stores cited for underage sale of alcohol FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — On April 13, deputies with the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office conducted an underage alcohol sales operation. During this operation, deputies visited 30 locations that serve alcohol within Forsyth County. In eight of these locations, deputies observed employees serving alcohol to underage persons. Those employees were each cited for serving alcohol to a minor, and one of the employees was also cited for not having an alcohol server’s permit. These operations are part of the FCSO’s continued efforts to reduce underage alcohol consumption and prevent traffic fatalities involving young people. Bridgetown Drive in Cumming for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Courtney Beth Miller, 28, of Dawsonville, was arrested April 9 on Ga. 400 in Cumming for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Karen Jane Reynolds, 37, of Greenfield Lane, Cumming, was arrested April 4 on Wallace Tatum
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Do you follow the 20/20/20 rule? By Dr. Samir Vira
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Technology background will be asset, note officials By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Rep. Mike Dudgeon (R-Forsyth) has been named to the governing board of the Fulton Academy of Science and Technology charter school, which will open for its first class of students on Aug. 8. DUDGEON His presence on the new school’s board is a coup for school leaders who praised his education and government experience as an asset to the new school. “Rep. Dudgeon has been a leader in school choice and policy,” said Philip Chen, a spokesman for the Roswell-based school and member of the governing board. “Adding a member of his caliber is real win-win for the school and community. His experience as a Forsyth County School Board member as well as his time in legislature will be invaluable in the direction of the school.” Dudgeon currently serves as vice chair of the Education Committee, secretary of the Energy, Utilities and
Telecommunications Committee, and is on the Appropriations, Science and Technology, and Small Business committees. The three-term legislator is the longest-serving member from Forsyth County’s legislation delegation, but announced earlier this year that he will not be seeking a fourth term to focus on his business interests. Prior to being elected to the state legislature in January 2011, Dudgeon served a term on the Forsyth County Board of Education. His background in technology will be a perfect fit with the goals of the FAST school, noted Chen. Dudgeon, a graduate of Georgia Tech, is one of the original founders of Alpharetta-based Radiant Systems, and is currently the chief technology officer for video game startup Hi-Rez Studios in Alpharetta. “One of the key components of FAST is the teaching of coding in every grade level,” said Chen. “[Dudgeon’s] background in engineering and coding, as well as his relationships with leaders in the industry will help guide and develop the school and give real world perspective to the students.” Although Dudgeon will not have
His experience as a Forsyth County School Board member as well as his time in legislature will be invaluable in the direction of the school.” PHILIP CHEN FAST spokesman children attending FAST, Chen said having nonparents serve on the board in addition to parents is recommended by state and local authorizers. “In [some] instances a parentcentric board may have a myopic view,” noted Chen. “Having nonparent members can help balance that perspective.” FAST is still looking to seat two more members from the community, as well as two elected parents to complete the governing board.
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Forsyth is second most-insured county in Ga. Woman charged with By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Last month, the annual County Health Rankings & Roadmaps study was released, naming Forsyth County the healthiest county in the state. Now, another component of that study is offering a possible explanation: Forsyth has the second-highest number of residents with health insurance in Georgia. Out of roughly 10,214,860 residents in Georgia’s 159 counties, 21 percent are uninsured. In Forsyth County, according to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps study 86 percent of the population under age 65 have health insurance. Fayette was the only Georgia county with more insured residents. Dave Palmer, information officer for Georgia Department of Public Health, District 2, said the high insurance rate could be due to higher incomes and education levels in Forsyth. “What we’ve seen from research is that in areas where people have higher incomes and more edu-
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insurance, their problems compound because they don’t seek care early in an illness.” Forsyth came in first for health outcomes in overall rank, and length and quality of life. For health factors, Forsyth came in third for overall rank, but first in health behaviors, seventh for clinical care, second for social and economic factors and 146th for physical environment, which measures air and water quality as well as housing and transit. A more in-depth look at the county finds 12 percent of residents consider themselves in poor or fair health, which is lower than the overall state per centage of 17. As for health behaviors, 13 percent smoke, 26 percent are obese and 19 percent report physical inactivity — all lower than the state percentages. Some other metro Atlanta counties ranked in the top 25 for health outcomes, including Gwinnett in fifth place, Cherokee in sixth, Cobb seventh, Dawson 13th, Hall 14th and Fulton in the 25th spot.
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ROSWELL, Ga. – Authorities have charged a Marietta woman with two counts of vehicular homicide as a result of a fatality accident at a bus stop last month on Ga. 9. Police say Teresa Rains Fitzsimons was southbound the afternoon of March 17 when she swerved into a group of pedestrians to avoid hitting a stopped MARTA bus. One person, Curtis Freeman, 55, of Roswell was killed at the scene. Larsharon Clark, 41, of Columbus, later died from her injuries. A third pedestrian, Elfego M. Solano-Vazquez, was also injured and is recovering. Roswell police said Fitzsimons changed lanes after crossing Woodstock Street and encountered the parked bus. She swerved to avoid hitting the rear of the bus, drove onto the sidewalk and struck the three people who were preparing to board. The vehicle came to rest after hitting a telephone pole, police said. In addition to the homicide by vehicle charges, Fitzsimons faces counts of failure to use care to avoid a collision, failure to maintain lane and improper lane change. A judge set bond at $15,000.
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Roswell Arts advocacy goes proactive Roswell Arts Fund kicks off ArtAround Roswell, a sculpture tour
Laissez les bons temps rouler All I could smell was duct tape. The duct tape was holding up a sign bearing the name of Ellis Marsalis. I was literally inches KATHLEEN STURGEON from the front of a stage where one Editor kathleen@appenmediagroup.com of the greatest jazz pianists of all time was set to perform in minutes. If I wanted to, I could reach out my hand and touch the music stands. When the music began, the experience was unlike any other concert I’ve attended. These weren’t just musicians playing songs to a crowd. These were artists painting a musical picture and using their instruments to say things that words can’t convey. Which is to say this was just another day in New Orleans. I was visiting The Big Easy for a week and every day was better than the next. If you’ve never been to New Orleans, you need to go as soon as possible. Post-Katrina New Orleans is back and better than ever. We were lucky enough to visit during the annual French Quarter Festival, a free music event with stages scattered around the French Quarter in the heart of the city, where the music flowed about as freely as the alcohol. The morning of the festival, a parade kicked off the festivities. No place does parades quite like New Orleans. Weddings, funerals, festivals all call for a parade to get the fun started.
Our goal was to get as many beads thrown to us as possible. And, no, it was not that kind of bead-throwing experience. This was a children’s parade, complete with politicians, pirates and live animals — including one very annoyed llama — prancing down Bourbon Street. Toward the end of the morning, we caught up with the parade and joined in on what is known in New Orleans as a second line, which is when the crowd starts following the “main line” of parade participants. I mean, what else do you do in New Orleans when the Bourbon Street parade you’re watching invites everyone to join in and Louisiana’s lieutenant governor is waving to you? You join in. So we waved our hankies, clapped our hands, sang along to “When the Saints Go Marching In” and had the time of our lives. I tried to think of a lesson that I learned to share in my column. But really the only thing I could think of was that I should aim to be more like the locals. They were always laughing, smiling and enjoying the moment and the music with bands on nearly every corner. Literally, we couldn’t go a block without seeing someone playing some instrument. There’s a reason this wonderful city is called The Big Easy. Everything is just … easier. And, honestly, don’t we all need some time in our lives to sit back and just listen to the music? So continue to let the good times roll, or as they say in NOLA, “laissez les bon temps rouler.”
I am thrilled to be the founder and chair of the Roswell Arts Fund, a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization created as a direct outcome of the Imagine Roswell Arts and Culture ROCHELLE MUCHA 2030 study conducted by the city of Chair, Roswell Arts Fund Roswell. Completed in February 2015, one of the study’s key recommendations to the city was to establish a new, independent nonprofit that would be a powerful advocate for the arts and would focus on making the city of Roswell an arts destination by fully integrating the arts into the social and economic fabric that is uniquely Roswell. As the designated arts agency for the city, that is the mission and mandate of the Roswell Arts Fund. So how do we accomplish this? We do it by strategically investing in public art — temporary public art such as the ArtAround Roswell sculpture tour and permanent public art such as the Bucket Brigade that will be installed at the site of our new Fire Station No. 4. We do it by exploring how to build, buy or renovate a space that can be transformed into a state-of-the-art, multifunction performance space. We do it by cultivating a culture of philanthropy and identifying foundational revenue sources to drive these initiatives. And we do it by forging meaningful and collaborative relationships between our artists, art organizations, creative industries, and our business and political leaders. We illuminated these goals and more at our inaugural ArtAround Roswell preview party March 13 at River Landing, sponsored by New Kent
Capital. The purpose of the event was to introduce the Roswell Arts Fund, promote the city’s first sculpture tour and raise funds to buy one piece of sculpture as a permanent gift to the city of Roswell. The ArtAround Roswell sculpture tour, a collaboration between the city of Roswell and the Roswell Arts Fund, will feature 10 works of art on loan to the city by their artists and installed at selected Roswell area parks from April through December 2016. The nine-month exhibition will showcase sculptures with a variety of styles, types and sizes. All works of art will be available for purchase. Sculpture sponsors include the 2015 Downtown Development Authority members, Bank of North Georgia, Gas South, Lennar Multifamily Roswell City Walk, Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau Board (Roswell Inc. and Visit Roswell), and Publix Supermarkets. ArtAround Roswell will transform our parks into a museum without walls, introducing public art to our residents and visitors of all ages. The specific artworks were selected by a carefully chosen panel representing community stakeholders. The final pieces capture our city’s modern spirit and Southern soul while embodying a city focus on nature, preservation and recreation — especially bicycling. The Roswell Arts Fund believes that art, in its many forms, defines our sense of place and drives economic and social vitality. We know that the tour will spark conversations and imagination, and we invite our regional community to participate. ArtAround Roswell kicked off with a communitywide free event April 16 at Roswell Area Park playground. There will be a free communitywide event at a different sculpture site every month for the duration of the year. Find out more about events and monthly contests at artaroundroswell. org. We invite you to explore, experience and enjoy!
The Roswell Arts Fund believes that art, in its many forms, defines our sense of place and drives economic and social vitality.
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FCPL celebrates volunteers By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Volunteer hearts are servant hearts, according to Mary Helen McGruder, chairman of the board of trustees for the Forsyth County Public Library. “When people work as a volunteer it is a calling,” McGruder told a group of library volunteers April 13 at the FCPL volunteer appreciation tea. “We are grateful you’ve answered
Bunny Salter is thanked for volunteering by Anna Lyle, director of Forsyth County Public Library.
your calling to be a volunteer here at the library. What you have done for your county and fellow citizens is incredible.” The library’s formal volunteering program began in February 2010. Since then, volunteers have contributed 34,724 hours to FCPL. In just the first three months of 2016, volunteers logged 1,295 hours. Anna Lyle, FCPL director, said there are now 52 volunteers, 29 currently working and 23 who have volunteered at some pont during the past year. Four of those are no longer volunteering because they were hired on as employees. Since the program started, the FCPL has hired 27 volunteers as employees, with 19 of those still actively employed, Lyle said. In addition to those volunteers, 54 teens have participated in the FCPL VolunTeen program, and there are 25 applications for this year. Lyle said she is proud of the volunteers and the program. “All the volunteers know we don’t just sign your name on a list and send you off,” she said. “We put you through hurdles. We appreciate you being part of our process. We do want to make sure the people in our libraries are putting the books in the right places.” One of those volunteers is Bruce Koehler, who has volunteered with FCPL for 25 years, before there was even a formal volunteer program. Koehler has been with the system longer than any employee. “Bruce has been with the Forsyth Library longer than it has been called the Forsyth Library,” Lyle said. “He worked here when it was a regional
Anna Lyle, director of Forsyth County Public Library, thanks the crowd of volunteers. library still.” Koehler is known for his dedication and commitment, she said. He had a stroke in 1988 but, after rehabilitation, found he could shelve books for the library. And he never looked back. “It’s really like Bruce is an employee,” Lyle said. “He’s here about 20 hours a week. We did a little estimating and, since this has been a formal program for the past six years, Bruce has logged over 6,300 hours. If you combine that with 20 hours a week, I’m estimating Bruce has contributed 26,000 volunteer hours over the 25-year period.” Joan Dudzinski, Koehler’s supervisor, said, “This is something he can do that he enjoys. “He has certain sections that are easier to hold and shelve. He shows us every day what he accomplishes. He’s very proud of his work,” Dudzinski said. “I don’t know what we’d do without him.”
Bruce Koehler, center, has been volunteering for 25 years. He’s with Anna Lyle, director of Forsyth County Public Library, left, and Joan Dudzinski, volunteer appreciation committee.
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Sharon Forks named busiest library in Ga. FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — What does it take to become the busiest library in the state? Just ask any staff member at the Sharon Forks Library and they will say that the honor of being the highest circulating library belongs to its patrons. According to data from Georgia Public Library Service, patrons of the Sharon Forks Library checked out 984,291 physical materials in fiscal year 2015. That’s nearly 300,000 more books, magazines, CDs, and DVDs than the second place library branch in the state for circulation. “We were pleased, but not surprised, to find Sharon Forks at the top of the list,” said Sharon Forks Branch Manager Mendy Gunter. “These circulation figures demonstrate that our community finds library services relevant and valuable, and it further highlights the community’s need for additional shelving space and public meeting space that will come with the upcoming repurposing and expansion of the Sharon Forks Library.” The Sharon Forks branch was not alone in receiving recognition for high circulation levels. Out of 405 library facilities in Georgia, all four FCPL branches were included in the top 50 rankings.
The Post Road Library ranked sixth, the Cumming Library ranked seventh, and the Hampton Park Library ranked 49th. “Our staff works diligently to make all our libraries welcoming for patrons, with both desirable programming and in-demand materials for pleasure reading and learning. When we see circulation statistics as high as these, it’s clear that our staff members are selecting and promoting materials that are interesting and relevant to the community. But, we could not offer new and current materials without the financial support of the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners,” said Forsyth County Public Library Director Anna Lyle. Lyle also credits Forsyth residents’ commitment to education, literacy, and life-long learning for the high use of the public libraries. System-wide, FCPL had a per capita circulation rate of 11.33 in FY 2015, the highest rate in Georgia and nearly triple the state’s average per capita circulation of 3.64. FCPL also beats the most current national average per capita circulation of eight, according to the Institute of Museum and Library Services. “With careful planning and staff dedicated to serving the public, we were
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Roads renamed in honor of fallen law enforcement By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — While it may seem a small token of appreciation, two portions of a road in Forsyth County were renamed April 14 in memory of public safety officials who fell while in the line of duty. The first is the segment of North Old Atlanta Road from Hutchinson Road to Ga. 9, which will now be designated Larry Mulkey Memorial Road. The second is the segment of North Old Atlanta Road from Ga. 9 to Ronald Reagan Boulevard. It will now be called Deputy Bill Cantrell Memorial Road. The road name changes were approved Feb. 22 by the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners, which also approved renaming two additional roads in honor of Allyn Lane and Dennis C. Martin, fallen Forsyth County firefighters. A dedication ceremony will be held later this year for those roads. Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills was instrumental in getting the roads renamed. She said she reached out to Sheriff Duane Piper and Fire Chief Danny Bowman to begin working on the project. A group was formed to look into how many people new road names would impact and how many deceased public safety officials there were to honor. Various family members were asked for their consent and how they would like the roads to be named. “I’m so proud of today. I’m so proud to be a part of this,” Mills said. “Today is a good day for Forsyth County.” The roads were chosen with specific reasons in mind. In honoring the two deputies, Mills said they tried to select roads close to
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From left, Sheriff Duane Piper, Gary Mulkey, Allen Cantrell and Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills. where their deaths occurred. On Jan. 10, 1972, Cantrell, a Forsyth deputy sheriff, was accompanied by Mulkey when both were shot multiple times after being abducted during a traffic stop. “Any small part I’ve had in this, it’s probably one of the bigger honors I’ve had since I’ve been in office,” Piper said. “I’m sorry, it is way overdue, there’s no reason for that, no excuse for it.” Former Sheriff Don Pirkle spoke to the family and said it was an honor to be with them. When Cantrell died, Pirkle said he felt like he had lost a brother. “If he had a regret, it was only that
The two officers are now memorialized by the renaming of portions of North Old Atlanta Road.
he was away from home so much,” Pirkle said. “But he loved his job and wanted to do everything he could to make this county a much better and safer place to live, work and raise our families. And that he did.” Mulkey was an individual that Pirkle said he loved and greatly respected. “He was an unpaid deputy that just happened to love law enforcement and the excitement that it sometimes brings with it,” Pirkle said. “He would often come by the jail on weekends, and always requested to ride with Bill. I’m sure in some way he thought he could contribute to the betterment of Forsyth County. And he did. I miss him every day.” Jessi Cantrell, Bill Cantrell’s granddaughter, read a letter she wrote to Piper when she began working on a memorial for Bill and Larry. “I think I speak for the whole family when I say ‘thank you,’” she said. “It’s been a long time coming, but we never gave up that faith, hope and prayer that one day something would happen in their memory and the county would strive to do something to keep our loved ones’ names alive and remember.” Allen Cantrell, Bill’s son, also spoke about how he found out about the accident and what this dedication meant to him. “I know it wasn’t easy and required a lot of effort, time and energy,” he said. “On behalf of our family, we really appreciate it. These signs will be cherished. We will never forget, and now I am glad to know that the county won’t forget as well.”
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Pets of the week: Daniella, Candy and Gretal FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Daniella is a new favorite in the Humane Society of Forsyth County’s cat room. She’s a white kitty with some black and gray patching. Her fur is on the longer side, and she loves being pet. She’s a friendly and sweet girl that would love to be a part of a loving home. She gets along well with her kitty roommates in the room. She loves attention and can’t wait for people of her own to love her. Meet Candy. She’s a young tabby mix that’s ready to be someone’s “purrfect” match. She’s friendly, affectionate and easy going. She also gets along with her kitty roommates and would be happy with a friend to live with. Sweet and loving Gretal is ready to be brought home. She is just over 3-years-old and is an English Bulldog/ American Staffordshire Terrier mix.
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Two child musicians to perform at Carnegie Hall MILTON, Ga. — Two young locals are headed to play their instrument at Carnegie Hall, a prestigious concert venue, in New York City. Caroline and Ella Grace Malcom both competed in piano and violin competitions, respectively, in March to qualify for the Carnegie Hall performances. Caroline performs in April and Ella Grace performs in December. Caroline is an 11-year-old student at Summit Hills Elementary who began playing the piano when she was five. She competed in the National Young Musicians Show Case Competition March 20 with her piece “Hungarian Rhapsody” and was selected as a Grand Winner. She will perform once more
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Pick my Brain: Opiates for self-medication — Part 2 In a recent meeting with a substance abuse treatment and referral program, the Director and I spoke at length about a medically-based approach to the diagANGELO SAMBUNARIS, M.D nosis and treatment of substance abuse. Director of the Institute for Advanced Medical Research After a discussion about genetics, chemical imbalances within the brain, the draw to self-medicate as well as the use of new medications to treat underlying conditions and the success we have with this approach, the Director looked at me and said, “Still, they all need therapy to deal with their history of abuse, molestation and psychological trauma.” I was caught by surprise as it was apparent that his personal experiences had overshadowed the data and science. Many families struggle with the concept of addiction as self-medication. After all, if it is self-medication, “they can stop, right?” On the surface what looks like addiction to substances is the biological draw to treat symptoms that create an ever-increasing psychic and physical discomfort. It is an angst unlike any angst. After one hit, one drink, or one toke, this angst is minimized; using the substance even more frequently prevents it from returning or rearing its ugly head again. Who hasn’t had a stressful day and looked forward to a cold one or glass of wine? This is a very common and socially acceptable approach to relieving the stress of our chaotic world. Let’s say it becomes routine and over time the dose increases (one glass becomes two) or the strength increases (beer becomes liquor). Tolerance is a core symptom of substance abuse. The brain adapts over time by up-regulating brain receptors, down-regulating neurotransmitters which causes the user to seek out stronger forms of self-medication. Alcohol with its resultant hangover makes way to marijuana. Marijuana has minimal adverse effects with no discomfort the next day and effectively treats the underlying symptoms of anxiety and discomfort. Eventually, post-dental procedure or surgery, an opiate is prescribed and
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Forsyth named one of top housing markets for millennials By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — According to CoreLogic, a company devoted to giving its clients data-driven insights, millennials are a key demographic for real estate marketing. This detail was included in a report recently released by Bret Fortenberry, staff scientist with the company. “The millennial population size exceeds the baby boomer population and is now at the prime home-buying age,” Fortenberry wrote in the report. “However, current trends show that many in this demographic are choosing to rent rather than purchase a home, so it’s important to understand their buying behaviors in order to tap into this large pool of prospective homebuyers.” In response, CoreLogic “analyzed over 70 metrics associated with mortgage purchases by millennials across the nation over the past year. “According to CoreLogic analysis, millennials are most likely to buy homes in metropolitan areas with an improving economy,” Fortenberry wrote. “The research shows that millennials are buying in markets they can afford, and specifically, where there are good-paying jobs and home prices are low.” Using the findings, Forsyth County ranked sixth in the nation for counties in which millennials are likely to purchase homes. Ranked first is Douglas, Colorado. The group also ranked the lowest 10 counties, and Georgia’s Clayton County came in second. “Forsyth County is attractive for millennials in that we are enjoying growth in the jobs that they find attractive while also having real access to the outdoors,” said James McCoy, president of the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce. “The lake, rivers, Sawnee Mountain, the large number of parks, greenway and proximity to the mountains are great amenities for millennials that bike, hike, paddle and enjoy the outdoors,” all of which millennials find appealing, he said. “You get more for your money in Forsyth County,” McCoy said. “Millennials are interested in having fam-
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Christerson, Holcombe, Moen, Wilhelm join Keller Williams CUMMING, Ga. — Four new agents have joined Keller Williams Community Partners in Cumming, Jonathan Christerson, Karel Holcombe, Tiffany Moen and Keri Wilhelm. CHRISTERSON HOLCOMBE Christerson, an experienced agent in the North Atlanta area, has worked with a local broker since 2013. He can be reached at 404-226-9605 or at JChristerson@ kw.com. Holcombe, a naMOEN WILHELM tive of Mexico City, has worked in real estate for more than 18 years. Fluent in English and Spanish, she can be reached at 678-341-7783 or karel@kw.com. Moen comes to the firm with a background in team leading, sales, marketing and management. In addition, she has raised eight children and is an adoption advocate. Moen can be reached at 770-
807-4777 or at TiffanyMoen@kw.com. Wilhelm joined the Keller Williams Community Partners Market Center-Silver City Group. “I chose Keller Williams because of its reputation for integrity and its agentcentric business model,” says Wilhelm. “I want to continue to grow my real estate business, and Keller Williams provides the training and technology that will help me reach my goals.” For more information, visit www. kw.com.
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Pediatric nurse wins award ATLANTA — The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta recently announced that Roswell native Jackie Cirilli, R.N., B.S.N., was one of four pediatric nurses presented with the prestigious Laura Snitzer-Boozer Nursing Award. The award honors nurses who have demonstrated professional excellence and leadership in hematology/oncology care, as well as provides financial support for continued education in the field of oncology. Cirilli began working at the Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center in 2001, helping with medical records and supplies. Her time in the outpatient clinic inspired her to attend the Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine, where she graduated as a pediatric nurse in 2008.
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Exide Technologies launches new battery line MILTON, Ga. — Exide Technologies, a global provider of stored electrical energy solutions, has launched a new battery line, the latest addition to the company’s premier power product family of flooded motive power batteries for the lift truck market. The new GNB Tubular LMX battery line is engineered for the material handling industry to meet the growing need for high-energy density batteries used in demanding operating conditions. The new line ensures application coverage across the growing material handling industry — including those manufactured by industry leaders such as Crown, Hyster, Jungheinrich, Kion and Toyota.
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CALENDAR LIFT A FORK, A TASTE OF ROSWELL
SOUTHEASTERN LACROSSE CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS
Men’s lacrosse teams from 44 colleges in 10 states compete to be among the top 16 teams invited to the SELC championships held annually in Johns Creek. April 22-24. Friday games at Alpharetta, Northview and South Forsyth high schools as well as Greater Atlanta Christian School. Northview will host Saturday and Sunday games. Visit selctournament.com for more info. Looking to get the word out about your event? Email us with photo and description of your event to calendar@appenmediagroup.com.
EVENTS: ALPHARETTA CHAMBER COFFEE & COMMERCE
What: The Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce’s Coffee & Commerce breakfast will feature Colonial Pipeline CEO Tim Felt. When: Thursday, April 21, 7:30 a.m. Where: Alpharetta Athletic Club, East Course Clubhouse, 3430 Highway 9 N, Alpharetta More info: Email Hans Appen, hans@ alpharettachamber.com
SHADOW RUN CELEBRATING PAT TILLMAN
What: 12th Annual Pat’s Run Shadow Run, a 4.2 mile run/walk, celebrates the legacy of former NFL player and Army Ranger Pat Tillman. When: Saturday, April 23, 7 a.m. Where: Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: patsrun.com
JCUMC KIDS HELPING KIDS CARNIVAL
What: Johns Creek United Methodist Church Preschool will host its 11th Annual Kids Helping Kids Carnival. When: Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Where: JCUMC, 11180 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekumc.org/Preschool/Carnival.aspx
MILTON EARTH DAY FESTIVAL
What: Milton’s annual festival offers sustainability information and inspiration on building a green community. When: Saturday, April 23, 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. Where: Friendship Community Park, 12785 Birmingham Highway, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us
RELAY FOR LIFE OF ROSWELL
What: Help fight cancer at the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of
Roswell. When: Saturday, April 23, 4 p.m.-midnight Where: Roswell High School, 11595 King Road, Roswell More info: relayforlife.org/roswellga
ALPHARETTA GARDEN CLUB ANNUAL PLANT SALE
What: Plants grown by members and from the Mansell House gardens will be for sale. When: Saturday, April 23, 8 p.m.-noon Where: Mansell House, 1835 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta More info: facebook.com/Alpharetta-Garden-Club-1835-Old-Milton-Hwy-Alpharetta-GA-182597361757701/?fref=photo
HEMBREE RUNS WILD 5K/1K
What: A community 5K and 1K with a free spring festival following the race. When: Saturday, April 23, 8 a.m. Where: Hembree Springs Elementary, 815 Hembree Road, Roswell More Info: active.com/roswell-ga/running/distance-running-races/hembreeruns-wild-5k-1k-festival-2016?int=
FORSYTH AMPHIBIAN MONITORING WORKSHOP
What: Keep Forsyth County Beautiful and Georgia Adopt-A-Stream will offer a free amphibian monitoring workshop. When: Saturday, April 23, 6-9 p.m. Where: Central Park Recreation Center, 2300 Keith Bridge Road, Cumming More info: keepforsythcountybeautiful.org
EARTH DAY FUN AT FOWLER PARK
What: Forsyth County Master Naturalists will celebrate Earth Day at Fowler Park with information, giveaways and special activities. When: Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Big Creek Greenway trailhead at Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming More info: hnkolich@uga.edu
What: A fundraiser benefiting Project Lift, a nonprofit program for at-risk middle and high school students in North Fulton. When: Saturday, April 23, 6-9 p.m. Where: Embassy Suites, 5955 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta More info: projectlift.org.
AUTREY MILL’S WILD WEEKEND
What: Learn about amazing regional wildlife during Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center’s Wild Weekend. When: Saturday, April 23, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Autrey Mill, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek More info: autreymill.org
SWEET TEA MEETING, MUSIC
What: Sweet Tea, a cancer support ministry at Johns Creek Baptist Church, will have its quarterly meeting. When: Sunday, April 24, 2 p.m. Where: JCBC, 6910 McGinnis Ferry Road, Alpharetta More info: jcbc.org/mobilization/ sweet-tea-ministry
JOHNS CREEK PEACE PICNIC
What: Johns Creek High School’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Jewish Student Union and Muslim Student Association will hold Johns Creek’s First Peace Picnic, an interfaith event to advocate peace. When: Sunday, April 24, 1-4 p.m. Where: JCHS, 5575 State Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekhs.net
FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL GOLF TOURNAMENT
What: The 8th annual Fellowship Christian Booster Club Golf Tournament will be held on two courses. When: Monday, April 25 Where: The Manor and White Columns golf courses More info: james.williamson@sheltermortgage.com
GLEN CAMPBELL DOCUMENTARY, DISCUSSION
What: Dinner and the Glen Campbell documentary, “I’ll Be Me,” documenting Campbell’s farewell tour after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. A question-and-answer will follow. When: Tuesday, April 26, 6 p.m. Where: Crabapple First Baptist Church, 12760 Birmingham Highway, Milton More info: sfromayan@arborcompany. com
‘A NIGHT OF DREAMS’ FOR SENIORS
What: The North Fulton Leadership Team will present “A Night of Dreams” to help fulfill dreams of seniors in North Fulton and increase awareness of those
living with dementia. When: Thursday, April 28, 6-8 p.m. Where: Avalon Alpharetta, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta More info: facebook.com/leadershipnorthfultonteamallin/info
PERIMETER SCHOOL’S FAIRY TALE FESTIVAL
What: Enjoy a comic reshuffling of several fairy tales, along with activities, face painting and food. When: April 28-29 Where: Perimeter Church Outdoor Pavilion, 9500 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: perimeterschool.org/newsandevents
JUNIOR GOLF CLASSIC
What: The Wells Fargo Junior Classic will feature international junior golfers as well as local participants. When: April 29-May 1 Where: Country Club of the South, 4100 Old Alabama Road, Alpharetta More info: www.ajga.org
FEEL BEAUTIFUL TODAY FASHION SHOW
What: Feel Beautiful Today will host a day of hope and fashion for cancer patients and survivors at 15 local hospitals. When: Friday, April 29, 11 a.m. Where: Polo Golf and Country Club, 6300 Polo Club Drive, Cumming More info: feelbeautifultoday.org
OPTIMIST CLUB GOLF TOURNAMENT
What: The 2016 Sawnee-Cumming Optimist Club charity golf tournament will benefit Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Forsyth County and the club’s youth programs. When: Friday, April 29 Where: Hampton Golf Village, Cumming More info: 770-519-9490
SHEPHERD CENTER CO-FOUNDER TO ADDRESS ROTARY PRAYER BREAKFAST
What: The Rotary Club of North Fulton will welcome Alana Shepherd, co-founder of Atlanta’s The Shepherd Center, as the keynote speaker at its 15th Annual North Atlanta Interfaith Prayer Breakfast. When: Thursday, May 5, 7:30 a.m. Where: The Metropolitan Club, 5895 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta More info: NorthFultonRotary.org
FARMERS MARKETS ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET
What: The Alpharetta Farmers Market features fruits, vegetables, natural meats, fresh flowers and herbs, and a variety of home goods. When: Saturdays through Oct. 29, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us
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ROSWELL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET
What: The Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market offers fresh, local farm, ranch and artisan foods direct from producers, and much more. When: Saturdays, 8 a.m. – noon Where: City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com
MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: KING’S RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL’S ‘DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID JR.’ What: The King’s Ridge Christian School Fine Arts Association presents the Middle School musical, “Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr.” When: Through Saturday, April 23 Where: King’s Ridge Christian School Students Center, 2765 Bethany Bend, Alpharetta More info: kingsridgecs.org
27TH ATLANTA JAZZ PARTY
What: Event celebrating the jazz era with 20-plus musicians from Atlanta and around the world. When: Through Sunday, April 24 Where: The DoubleTree by Hilton, 1075 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: AtlantaJazzParty.com
SIX STRING SOCIAL CLUB CONCERT
What: Al Petteway and Amy White will perform and hold a 2 p.m. guitar workshop the day of the concert When: Saturday, April 23, 8 p.m. Where: Woodstock Community Church, 237 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock More info: sixstringsocialclub.com
GET PRESENTS ‘S.T.E.A.M. TEAM’
What: Georgia Ensemble Theatre will have a one-time-only public performance of ‘S.T.E.A.M. Team.’ When: Saturday, April 23, 11 a.m. Where: GET, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: get.org
VAN MORRISON IN CONCERT
What: Six-time Grammy winner Van Morrison will be in concert. When: Sunday, April 24, 8 p.m. Where: Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta More info: vzwamp.com
AHS ORCHESTRA SPRING CONCERT
What: The Alpharetta High School Orchestra will present its spring concert. When: Tuesday, April 26, 7 p.m. Where: AHS auditorium, 3595 Webb Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: AHSOA.org
JCHS ORCHESTRA SPRING CONCERT
What: The Johns Creek High School Orchestra will present its spring con-
cert. When: Tuesday, April 26, 7 p.m. Where: JCHS auditorium, 5575 State Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekorchestra.com
‘MY FAIR LADY’ AT CUMMING PLAYHOUSE
What: The Cumming Playhouse will present the Tony Award-winning musical, “My Fair Lady.” When: April 28-May 22, times vary Where: Cumming Playhouse, 101 School St., Cumming
MILTON PRESENTS ‘CIRQUE KUCABANGA’
What: Milton High School will present “Cirque Kucabanga,” exploring the free and creative thoughts of two youngsters who travel through time and space. When: April 28-30, May 5-7, times vary Where: Milton High School, 13025 Birmingham Highway, Milton More info: miltontheatrecompany.com Autrey Mill Middle School stages Western spoof What: The Autrey Mill Middle School Drama department will present “Wagon Wheels A-Rollin,” a classic family Western. When: April 29-30, 7 p.m. Where: AMMS, 4110 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: 470-254-7622
SPRING FIGURE SKATING ICE SHOW
What: The Atlanta Figure Skating Club’s spring ice show, “Frosted Fantasies & Fairytales,” will feature ice dance medalists Kim Navarro, Brent Bommentre and Tim Dolensky. When: April 29-May 1, times vary Where: The Cooler, 10800 Davis Drive, Alpharetta More info: Atlantafsc.org
CYT ATLANTA’S ‘THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE’
What: Christian Youth Theater Atlanta will present the high-spirited musical, “Thoroughly Modern Millie.” When: Through Sunday, April 24 Where: Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church, 2850 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: cytatlanta.com
PET ADOPTIONS: FORSYTH ANIMAL SHELTER SPRING FLING
What: The Forsyth County Animal Shelter is hosting their second Spring Fling adoption event. When: Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Forsyth County Animal Shelter, 4065 County Way, Cumming More info: Facebook.com/ForsythCountyAnimalShelter
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GET OUTSIDE GEORGIA:
Going for that Georgia gold! One of the nicest things about Georgia is the variety of outdoor recreational opportunities that our state has to offer. Hiking, canoeing, fishing or simple adventuring — STEVE HUDSON you’ll find it all Get Outside Georgia, Chattahoochee Media Group in the Georgia outdoors. But what about gold prospecting? Can you find that, too? Indeed you can. Particularly as the weather warms, gold prospecting is an activity that increasing numbers of outdoor adventurers are coming to enjoy. It’s fun. And who knows? Maybe you’ll even be lucky enough to find some of that Georgia gold yourself. Is there really gold left to be found in Georgia? Indeed there is. Every weekend, enthusiastic amateur prospectors set out with gold pans and high hopes, and you might be surprised at how many of them return home with at least a few flecks of the precious yellow metal to show for their efforts. How much gold is still waiting to be found? Recreational prospectors are notoriously (and understandably) reticent when it comes to talking about how much gold they’ve found, but the fact is that many of them find gold often enough to keep it interesting. That’s not to say that you’ll be able to take up prospecting and then quit your day job – alas, that’s probably not going to be way it plays out. But it is safe to say that gold prospecting provides a passport that lets you explore the outdoors in an entirely new way … and if you keep at I’m fairly confident that, sooner or later, you too will experience the unforgettable thrill of spotting a gleaming fleck of gold winking at you from the bottom of your gold pan. Where should you begin? The Georgia Gold Museum in Dahlonega is a great place to start and will help you become familiar with the big picture of Georgia gold. Soon, though, you’ll want to get outdoors and try searching for some of that gold yourself. One of the best ways to start your search is with a visit to one of the commercial gold panning operations located within easy day-trip distance of where you live. Among them are the Consolidated Gold Mine and the Crisson Mine near Dahlonega, Gold ‘n Gem Grubbing at the old Loud Mine site west of Cleveland, and the Pine
Mountain Gold Museum at Stockmar Park just north of I-20 near Villa Rica. These are family friendly sites which offer you the opportunity to do some gold panning with experienced veteran panners on hand to help you learn the ropes. Each of these sites provides a unique perspective on gold prospecting in Georgia, and a visit to any one of them is sure to result in a case of Georgia gold fever. After you start to get the hang of gold panning, I’m betting that sooner or later you’ll want to try your hand at looking for “wild” gold – that is, gold that you find yourself out in the wilderness somewhere. Finding places to prospect for wild gold can be a grand adventure in itself, and the search for prospecting areas is an enjoyable activity in its own right and can lead to some beautiful places that you might not otherwise see. Where can you search? Some public lands in northern Georgia are open for prospecting. In national forests, for example, recreational panning is usually allowed as long as you use only a gold pan and small shovel. Similar panning is allowed on much Corps of Engineers land, notably on the east side of Lake Allatoona. In each case, remember to dig only within the streambed. Do not dig into the streambanks. Hunting for Georgia’s gold is a great way to enjoy Georgia’s outdoors! In fact, prospecting can be so much fun that I’ve just finished a new book on that very subject. It’s called “Prospecting for Georgia Gold.” It explains how and where to prospect for Georgia gold, and it includes detailed instructions to help you learn how to pan for gold, too. It’s a pretty neat book, if I say so myself. Check it out. I think you’ll enjoy it! Steve Hudson’s new book, “Prospecting for Georgia Gold,” will help get started on a treasure hunting adventure of your own. Check it out in local outfitters or on Amazon, or order an autographed copy at www.chattahoocheemedia.com.
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SPORTS
Lambert ends West’s unbeaten region record on PKs Longhorns finish third in region By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — West Forsyth (124-1, 8-1), after claiming their first-ever region championship two weeks ago, fell in the final region game against Lambert last Friday, ending their undefeated record in region play. Lambert (14-2, 7-2), state runners-up last season, won 4-3 on penalty kicks to secure the win. West goalkeeper AJ Needham kept West in the game with seven saves on Lambert’s seven shots on goal. However, she would get just a single save in the penalty shootout. Though they dominated the second half, Lambert was unable to get balls past Needham, sending the game into extra time. Just a minute into the first fiveminute extra time period, Lambert would receive a corner, but a header by
Lambert rushes the field after Daniela Conroy scores the game-winning goal in the penalty shootout against West Forsyth.
Lambert goalkeeper Jordan Ebert makes a save in the penalty shootout.
Maggie Hanusek would be gathered in by West’s Needham. West then countered with two scoring chances of their own. Meagan McInerney would put a shot on goal, but Jordyn Ebert, who finished the game with four saves, stopped the shot. With under two minutes remaining in the game, West created the best scoring chance of the game for either team but was unable to capitalize. After a one-on-one scrum inside the box, the ball found its way to Izzy Lynch, who was all alone in the penalty area on the opposite side of the field. Facing just Ebert, Lynch sent the ball wide left of the net and the game into the second extra time period with still
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no score. West controlled possession for nearly all of the second extra time period, but their best scoring chance came from a long-distance shot from Karson Rosenberg that flew just wide. In the penalty shootout, West would shoot first and both teams failed to convert in the first round. West’s Carsen Parker would send her attempt wide left, which gave Lambert the lead after Brittany Enzmann scored. West was able to convert their next three attempts, tying the shootout at 3-3 after five rounds. After neither team scored in the sixth round, Lambert’s Ebert made a save on Lauren Deaton to give them a second chance to clinch the win in sudden death.
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Daniela Conroy would send her shot beyond Needham, clinching the victory for the Longhorns. With their victory and South Forsyth’s loss to Johns Creek, Lambert will enter the playoffs as the No. 3 seed from the region. Lambert still has two nonregion games remaining including against Grayson, who defeated the Longhorns for the state championship title last season. After capturing their first-ever region championship, West secured home-field advantage in the first round of the playoffs. Johns Creek will be the No. 2 seed and South Forsyth the No. 4 seed from the region.
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NAFL donates equipment to Ray of Hope Harvest Dinner Foody Event By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com
ATLANTA — The North Atlanta Football League and South Forsyth High School joined with three other organizations to make a much-needed donation to Ray of Hope Christian Church’s youth football program. Pads, helmets and other equipment were donated to the Decatur church’s program by the NAFL while South Forsyth and Starr’s Mill high schools, along with Hebron Christian Academy and New Found Life Youth Football League, donated funds to buy the team new uniforms. Alpharetta’s Dunn Right Sports created Ray of Hope’s new uniforms at cost with the donated funds. Jeremy Bennett, the NAFL’s equipment manager, said the support speaks volumes about the communities in North Fulton and Forsyth. “The NAFL and the other organizations (who donated) are always in competition for players, but everyone came together for a cause,” he said. “Every year (the NAFL) refurbishes our equipment and our uniforms and (Ray of Hope) didn’t have the resources to do that. They were very happy to receive our equipment and very nice uniforms.” Rusty Reed, also with the NAFL said, “In my humble opinion, that’s why we are
here. To love all of these boys, regardless of what team they play on and, instead of talking about helping and leading, we all need to make up our minds and our hearts to help those who are right in front of us. Love is an action verb. We forget that sometimes.” Bennett said other leagues do not have the same funding as those in the North Fulton area, and this donation allows Ray of Hope to take pride and compete on the same level as organizations with more resources. Ray of Hope competes in the North Metro Football League. In addition to the Ray of Hope donation, the NAFL also provides scholarships to kids on the free and reduced-price school lunch program to reduce their costs to play by $300, or 75 percent of the cost. The NAFL has also partnered with the Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA to allow any child who has demonstrated need through their organization to receive the scholarship. The NAFL partnered with the Forsyth County Youth Football Association three weeks ago to play under the same rules, allowing the two leagues to compete with shared rules. Registration is now open for the NAFL. For more information or to register, visit www.NAFL.club.
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‘My Fair Lady’ glides onto Cumming Playhouse stage Tony Award-winning Best Musical runs April 28 – May 22 CUMMING, Ga. – Audiences will be gracefully swept up into the world of 1912 London during the Cumming Playhouse’s next major production, “My Fair Lady.” City of the South Theatre Company will present Learner and Loewe’s 1957 Tony Award-winning Best Musical, which was also the inspiration for the 1964 Academy Award-winning film starring Audrey Hepburn and Rex Harrison. “My Fair Lady” runs April 28-May 22 at the Playhouse, with show times at 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays. Audiences will be captivated by the story of Eliza Doolittle, a rough Cockney girl, whose life is forever transformed after she bumps into Colonel Pickering and Professor Henry Higgins. After a comment by Higgins that he
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could raise Eliza’s status in life from a common guttersnipe to a proper lady by simply changing the way she speaks, Pickering challenges him to do so and Eliza agrees to take lessons from Higgins. While frustrating for both at first, the lessons soon begin to work wonders and produce results that neither expected. Based on George Bernard Shaw’s 1913 play, “Pygmalion,” the musical asks the classic question of what is more important in life – one’s heritage or environment. That question becomes essential to Eliza’s personal story as she discovers she has the power to change the course of her own life. Tony Smithey, a professional performer/director who has led and participated in numerous productions throughout the metro Atlanta area, is making his Cumming Playhouse debut in “My Fair Lady” as he tackles both the role of male lead Henry Higgins and the show’s director. Smithey said he hopes audiences are blown away by the quality of this production. “In some ways, I think this may be one of the biggest shows the Cumming Playhouse has ever seen,” he said. “Our leading cast all have amazing resumes in the performance world, and our ensemble is filled with strong voices of young, local talent.” Smithey said not only are the acting and music (which includes such well-known numbers as “I Could Have Danced All Night” and “Get Me to the Church on Time”) top-notch, but audiences will also be impressed with the show’s costumes and sets. “We have an amazing set designer whose work will transport audiences back in time to the streets, parlors and ballrooms of Victorian England,”
TJ Johns, center, rehearses a scene as Alfred B. Doolittle with some of the show’s “flower girls.” he said. “Larsen Kennedy, one of our leading cast members, and I have also created an array of gorgeous costumes for everyone on stage. With our sets and costumes, every scene will be like a living painting. This show will be both vocally and visually stunning.” Glenda Tibbals Gray, who portrays female lead Eliza, said “My Fair Lady” is truly a family-friendly show that everyone will enjoy. “This is one of those all-time, great classics that everyone should see at least once in their lives,” said Gray, who Playhouse patrons may remember
from last October’s sell-out production of “Smoke on the Mountain,” in which she played Vera Sanders. “There’s a wonderful story, colorful characters, lots of humor and heart, amazing songs, gorgeous sets and costumes – truly something for everyone to enjoy. You won’t want to miss out on this one.” Tickets to “My Fair Lady” are $27.50, or $25 for seniors 60 and over, students 18 and under, and groups of 25 or more. Go to playhousecumming. com to purchase tickets or to learn more.
DEATH NOTICES Grace Vivian Dinsmore, 87, of Danielsville, passed away April 8, 2016. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.
Yvon Jean L’Italien, of Alpharetta, passed away April 8, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Earnest M. Rogers, of Roswell, passed away April 5, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Farris Grizzle, of Alpharetta, passed away April 11, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
James Glynn Smith, of Roswell, passed away April 8, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors. Margaret M. Megee, 74, of Cumming, passed away April 6, 2016. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.
Charles Broughton Heard, 84, of Cumming, passed away April 8, 2016. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.
Lotta Hope Shelby, 95, of Cumming, passed away April 10, 2016. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.
Richard Jackson Moseman, 73, of Cumming, passed away April 7, 2016. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.
Evelyn Rogers, of Alpharetta, ,passed away , April 9, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors. Janell Mary Temple, 84, of Cumming, passed away April 8, 2016. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.
Arrests: Continued from Page 2 Road in Cumming for DUI and no headlights. ►► Wilford Ross Martin, 49, of Doc Bramblett Road, Cumming, was arrested April 9 on Doc Bramblett Road in Cumming for DUI, failure to maintain lane and open container. ►► Emiliano Montes, 49, of Peachtree Parkway, Cumming, was arrested April 10 on Ga. 400 in Cumming for DUI and failure to obey a traffic-control device. ►► Michael Chase Gilreath, 23, of Dawsonville, was arrested April 7 on Ga. 400 in Cumming for DUI. ►► Michael Richard Licata, 56, of Suwanee, was arrested April 7 on
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Marsha Circle in Cumming for DUI, failure to maintain lane and hit-andrun. ►► Edwin J. Young, 49, of Gainesville, was arrested April 6 on Atlanta Road in Cumming for DUI. ►► Richard Hank Jones, 64, of Gainesville, was arrested April 8 on Dawsonville Highway in Gainesville for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Joanne C. Ware, 52, of Marietta, was arrested April 6 on McGinnis Ferry Road in Alpharetta for DUI. ►► Casey Thomas Allison, 35, of Rives Drive, Alpharetta, was arrested April 7 on Shiloh Road in Cumming for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Stephen Casey McAllister, 50, of Stone Pond Lane, Alpharetta, was arrested April 7 on Windermere Parkway in Cumming for DUI and following too close.
►► Brandon Robert Zittrer, 29, of
Athens, was arrested April 8 on Ga. 400 in Cumming for DUI and failure to maintain lane.
Drug arrests ►► Lorrine Dianne Klein, 46, of
Dawsonville, was arrested April 8 on John Burruss Road in Cumming for possession of marijuana, possession of a scheduled I controlled substance, possession of methamphetamines with intent to distribute, possession of drug-related items, failure to maintain lane and windshield violation. ►► David Henderson, 22, of Jonesboro, was arrested April 5 on Ga. 400 in Cumming for possession of marijuana and impeding traffic. ►► Rickey Joe Land, 46, of Cornelia, was arrested April 5 on Ga. 400 in
Cumming for possession of marijuana and possession of methamphetamines. ►► Edward Lee Donahue, 31, of Buford, was arrested April 5 on McFarland Parkway in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana. ►► John Quincy Helms, 30, of Ball Ground, was arrested April 5 on Ga. 400 in Cumming for possession of marijuana. ► ► James Victor Smith, 60, of Wright Bridge Road, Cumming, was arrested April 5 on Wright Bridge Road in Cumming for possession of methamphetamines with intent to distribute and possession of drug-related items. ►► David G. Morgan, 40, of Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, was arrested April 6 on Ronald Reagan Boulevard in Cumming for possession of marijuana and speeding.
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BIKE: Euro specialized Sirrus aluminum, tall. Red, yellow. $250. 404-7503329
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Growlers Coming Soon to the Cherry Street Taproom!
Your Local Award-Winning
Brewery & Taproom 770.205.5512 • cherrystreettaproom.com
5810 Bond Street • Cumming (at corner of Post Rd. and Majors Rd. in Vickery Village)
Try our beer flights!
Book the Tap Room for your private event
Weekly Events Tues. 4pm-11pm Adult Trivia Wed. 4-pm-11pm Movie Night Thurs. 4pm-12pm Industry Night Fri. 12pm-12am Meet, Greet, Mingle Sat. 1pm-4pm Brewery Tours 7pm-11pm Live Music Sun. 1pm-4pm Brunch Cocktails, and Beer Flight Specials
Serving Breakfast
Mon-Fri 7am-11am • Sat & Sun 8am-11am Biscuits, Omelettes, French Toast, Egg Platters & Bowls, Steak & Eggs, Kids’ breakfast Menu
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner To-Go • Catering
Rotisserie Chicken • Chicken Fingers • Wings • Chicken Lips • BBQ Ribs • Pulled Pork • Veggies & More. Let Us Cater Your Graduation Party!
25 Cherry Street beers on tap
Coming Bands Saturdays 7pm-11pm April 23 Johnny Awesome April 30 Phill & Phriends May 7 Past Tells May 14 TBD May 21 Brian Jarrett May 28 Across the Wide
Come Try Our Barrel Aged Beers • Nitro Beers • Beer Cocktails Craft Cocktails and Full Bar!
New Hours and Brewery Tours!
Tues & Wed 4pm-11pm • Thurs & Fri 4pm-12am Sat 12pm-12am • Sun 12:30pm-8pm Brewery Tours Every Saturday On The Hour From 1-4pm. Meet In The Taproom.
Mother’s Day Brunch
Live music, special menuitems! Make your reservations now. 10am-2pm
5810 Bond Street • Cumming (at corner of Post Rd. and Majors Rd. in Vickery Village) 770.205.5512 • ricktannerschicken.com