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Johns Creek exploring parks without borders Will continue experiment until at least September

Cougars set sights on Eagles Hooch’s Kayla Kloes (21) plucks a loose ball out of the air while outrunning the Mill Creek defense in the Cougars’ 12-10 win. Read more about lacrosse playoffs, Page 12. AL LEVINE

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – A pilot program to create “parks without borders” has gotten a favorable nod from the Johns Creek City Council in its initial trial this spring. But at the May 11 City Council meeting, the council said it wants to continue the trial through the fall, when the city will have also completed its 10-year Recreation and Parks Strategic Plan. Johns Creek began a twotiered fee system in 2011 with city residents paying a lower fee to participate in programs when Alpharetta and Roswell did the same. Last fall, Alpharetta and Johns Creek entered into a memorandum of understanding to conduct an

experiment in youth softball in which the two cities would waive non-resident fees to gauge the effect on the programs of each city. GREER The spring softball trial has shown about 28 Johns Creek players signed up with Alpharetta teams rather than their own city, and fewer Alpharetta players came to Johns Creek. “That is understandable since Alpharetta has a strong, more robust softball program,” said Assistant City Manager for Recreation Kimberly Greer. The council decided to continue the experiment through the fall softball season, in part because the strategic plan will be finished and it is hoped will give council more perspective in evaluating expanding the

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Johns Creek declared Purple Heart City City honors veterans’ sacrifice in defense of freedom By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The Johns Creek City Council took the step to honor the sacrifice of local veterans who have received the Order of the Purple Heart for wounds suffered in combat by declaring Johns Creek a Purple Heart City.

In doing so, the city is now part of the Purple Heart Trail, a symbolic and honorary system of roads, highways, bridges and other monuments designated to give tribute to those men and women who have been awarded the Purple Heart.

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Announcing Johns Creek as a Purple Heart City are, from left, Councilman Bob Gray, Councilman Steve Broadbent, Cpl. Peter Manfre (medal recipient), Department of Ga. Commander Douglas J. Middleton (medal recipient), Mayor Mike Bodker, Lt. Ron Adams (medal recipient), Councilwoman Cori Davenport, Capt. Wayne Kidd (medal recipient), Councilman Lenny Zaprowski and Ga. District Vice Commander Walter Swenson (medal recipient).

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MILTON, Ga. – A collision involving a pickup truck and a group of bicyclists has left one man dead, one hospitalized and one in jail for allegedly causing the crash. John Blankenship, 46, of Canton was charged with vehicular homicide after allegedly hitting two of the cyclists on Freemanville Road April 29, killing one. The Milton Police Department is investigating the traffic fatality that occurred on BLANKENSHIP Freemanville Road near Dartmouth Road at 7:36 p.m. According to police, Blankenship was driving a white 1993 Ford Ranger pickup truck traveling northbound on Freemanville Road at the time of the accident. At the same time, five cyclists were traveling in single file southbound on Freemanville Road. Blankenship crossed over into the southbound lanes in attempt to pass another vehicle that was turning. At this point, the pickup truck encountered several cyclists in a group. Police say the truck struck two of the cyclists and caused the other cyclists to crash. Two of the cyclists were transported to the hospital. One cyclist, 42-year-old Jason Young of Canton, died May 2 of his injuries. Blankenship allegedly admitted he did not have a clear view of the cyclists. The remaining three cyclists were treated at the scene

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Lesson: Don’t disturb an eating officer MILTON, Ga. – A 21-year-old Canton man learned not to lie to officers about driving drunk. According to police, a group of officers were eating breakfast April 28 at 2 a.m. at a local diner when a vehicle drove up quickly, allegedly “almost striking a Milton Police car while parking.” Three occupants got out, entered the diner and ordered food. One man, the 21-year-old in question, allegedly spoke with the officers while there and smelled of alcohol. When he and his friends were getting ready to leave, the officers asked him if he was driving. He said his friend was. In view of the officers, the man then got into the car and drove away. Police went after him and arrested him for DUI, driving with an open

With the growing number of cyclists on the roads, the need for motorists’ awareness of the need to share the road has never been higher. and released. Blankenship was cited for improper passing at the scene. Additional charges of reckless driving and homicide by vehicle were filed against him Saturday, May 2. He was denied bond. — Jonathan Copsey

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She didn’t know it was a fake check? ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A fake check landed a supposedly oblivious woman in jail April 28. The suspect, Kimberly Ann Long, 45, of Dadeville, Alabama, tried to cash a check worth $1,950 at a local bank on Windward Parkway. When the bank investigated the check, it was forged. Long told police she received the check from a new employer. She was arrested for third degree forgery.

Tearing up a ticket doesn’t make it go away ALPHARETTA, Ga. – One unruly driver so disliked being pulled over April 29 that she demanded the officer give her a warning instead of a ticket, before tearing up the ticket. Police say they spotted the suspect car driving on Ga. 400 at 6:21 p.m. going an estimated 81 mph in a 65 mph

zone. The car was pulled over. When the reason for her stop was explained to her, the driver began arguing with the officer, saying he should either reduce the speed or just give her a warning. When the officer refused to do this, the suspect signed her citation so forcefully, she tore it and broke the pen. In the end, she was charged with speeding and disorderly conduct.

No such thing as free drinks MILTON, Ga. – A young man is accused of theft after taking a single soft drink from a business because he thought it was free. The suspect came into a diner on Ga. 9 with a friend. The friend was a former employee and needed paperwork. The suspect stayed near the front of the store, near a cooler filled with soft drinks. He told police he asked employees how much the soft drinks cost and the employees said there was no price. He said he asked what would happen if he took one drink, and the employees

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said “nothing.” The owner claims otherwise, saying he demanded the suspect pay for the drink many times before he walked out of the store.

When questioned by an officer, the passenger reportedly said he didn’t like what the driver was saying. However, the man did not report anything the driver may have said. The officer reported the man began cursing loudly, at which point he was placed under arrest for public drunkenness and booked.

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MILTON, Ga. – A case of road rage could have turned deadly May 1 after a pistol was drawn. The victim said he was driving at 8:49 a.m. on Deerfield Road when another car passed him, making an obscene gesture. The driver then reportedly motioned the victim to follow him to a nearby parking lot. Once stopped, the suspect allegedly pulled a gun and told the victim to move on. The victim left, but called police. When police questioned the suspect, he told them the victim was tailgating him on Deerfield and followed him into the parking lot before assaulting him. Since the suspect had something similar happen before, he said he had a gun ready. He said he never pointed it at the victim.

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a crash April 29 near Riley Road just north of Namon Wallace Drive. The car that hit a power pole was flipped upside down, the engine was on fire and there was a woman, later identified as the registered owner, lying on the ground about 50 yards south of the wreck. The woman said her back and chest were hurting, but EMS had to go around downed power lines to get to her. She had slight cuts and bruises but could move her fingers and toes. She told officers her husband was the driver and she was the passenger, but he left on foot. A witness told officers he heard the wreck happen and saw it catch on fire as he approached to help. He also witnessed the woman getting away from the car and a man running away from the scene. He reportedly said the woman told him not to call police since she had drugs in the car and asked his help to get them out. The vehicle was searched to see if there was anything to identify the two people. While being searched, a small black case was found with what appeared to be drugs and drug paraphernalia.

29, of Atlanta was arrested April 21 on State Bridge Road in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to use due care. ►► Ryan Patrick Walsh, 27, of Atlanta was arrested April 21 on Mansell Road in Alpharetta for DUI. ►► Chadd Stephen Campbell, 28, of Rainbow Row Court,

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Man gets upset with taxi driver CUMMING, Ga. — A man took a taxi ride home April 25 after drinking, but soon became upset with the driver. The driver told police he picked up the man, who allegedly began cursing at the driver during the trip. The driver said he then drove to the Cumming Police Department instead.

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Alpharetta, was arrested April 16 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI, following too closely and failure to exchange insurance information. ►► Niranjan K. Aguru, 43, of Duluth was arrested April 17 on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI, speeding and following too closely. ►► Amy Loana Ransdell, 40, of Marietta was arrested April 17 on Maxwell Road in Alpharetta for DUI, failure to maintain lane and suspended registration. ►► Kris Foreman Day, 48, of Norcross was arrested April 17 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI, failure to maintain lane and using wireless communications while driving.

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Alpharetta OKs city center aparments Parks:

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By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The Alpharetta Planning Commission has voted to approve the proposed City Center project. In a 5-2 vote May 11, commissioners said they struggled with how they would decide, saying the project has many good qualities but also some bad ones. In the end, they approved it. The project will next head to City Council May 18 for further review. Current plans for the development include retail and restaurants on the ground floors of the buildings in front of City Hall, with offices and apartments on the upper floors. Plans call for 165 for-rent apartments in the development. In total, there could be as much as 50,000 square feet of retail and 30,000 square feet of office in addition to the apartments. Forty-two single-family homes are also planned for the development, across Haynes Bridge Road at the intersection with Thompson Street. A large portion of the land is set aside for open space, mostly along Ga. 9 near the town green. “When people drive here, we want them to feel a huge sense of arrival,” said Cheri Morris, with the project management team of Morris and Fellows. Issues such as parking, traffic and especially

Heart: Continued from Page 1 In a ceremony at the May 11 City Council meeting, Douglas J. Middleton, commander of the Georgia Department of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, and Vice Commander Walter Swenson presented a Purple Heart street sign to Johns Creek for passing the resolution to be a Purple Heart City. Invited to join them in the Purple Heart designation were members of the Johns Creek Veterans Association, who are themselves Purple Heart recipients, Army Sgt. Joe LaBranche

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The concept for the downtown Alpharetta City Center includes retail and restaurants as well as office space and 165 apartments.

the placement of two pavilions beside the town green concerned commissioners. “I’m not against the City Center development. What I am struggling with is its density and 168 apartments,” said Commissioner Jill Reynolds in her denial. She was joined by fellow Commissioner Karen Richard in opposing it. “I haven’t been thrilled about it,” admitted Commissioner Kyle Caswell, “[but] between the city staff and the Design Review Board, in the end we will have a project and a downtown City Center we will be proud of.”

(not present), Marine Cpl. Peter Manfre, Army Lt. Ron Adams and Army Capt. Wayne Kidd. In making the proclamation, Mayor Mike Bodker noted that the Purple Heart, created by then Gen. George Washington in 1783, was specifically designated to be awarded to those members of the armed services who have been wounded or killed in duty against a declared foreign enemy. “The city, by designating the city as a Purple Heart City, acknowledges the sacrifices of so many,” Bodker said. Middleton, who came to support the proclamation, said such ceremonies encourage citizens to show their special appreciation of these veterans’

sacrifices in defense of freedom. They also acknowledge these veterans’ courage and show them the honor and support they have earned. The Purple Heart Trail accomplishes this honorary goal by creating a visual reminder to those who use the road system that others have paid a high price for their freedom to travel and live in a free society. Signs placed at various locations depict those roads and highways where legislation has been passed to designate parts of the national road system as the Purple Heart Trail. There are currently designated sections in 45 states, as well as Guam.

program. “I can tell you we would see a lot more Alpharetta participants if we were talking about baseball,” said Mayor Mike Bodker. “But I agree we should continue the trial through the fall season and look at the results when the strategic plan is done.” Recreation and Parks officials from all North Fulton cities have discussed for years combining recreation facilities into a regional North Fulton recreation system. The result, they say, would mean less duplication of the more common facilities such as baseball fields. It also allows for more specialized facilities, gymnastics for instance, that could serve a wider swath of the population. In short, it would reduce costs and provide more activities to more residents. The downside is the wide discrepancy in the millions invested by the older cities of Roswell and Alpharetta versus what the new cities of Johns Creek and Milton can bring to the table. Yet the synergy that a regional recreation and parks system could generate remains tantalizing to recreation managers and city councils. There is already considerable interleague play in most team sports to provide a reasonable pool of competition. The City Council sees this experiment as a step toward finding a solution to providing more recreation opportunities at a lower cost to the taxpayers. They will re-evaluate the idea in December.

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Open enrollment ends Friday for students Few options available for middle, high school students in North Fulton By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Despite much conversation by Fulton School System leaders on expanding choice options for Fulton students, little headway has been made in actually opening seats. And with two more charter schools shuttering in North Fulton next school year, the choices are even more limited for parents looking for public school options. Next year, only 16 of the system’s 101 schools will be part of the open enrollment program, which provides parents a choice of schools outside their assigned school. That number is down from 23 participating schools last year. School officials acknowledged the limitations on the program since the majority of schools in North Fulton are at capacity with no room for outside transfers. “We are committed to high quality schools across the county and know there are limited options in some areas

Enrollment stats for 2014-15 school year: • Hardship: 2,115 applications received; 1,712 approved (81 percent) • Open enrollment: 179 applications received; 142 approved (79 percent) of the district,” said Susan Hale, communications manager for Fulton Schools. “We are in the process of scoping out additional choice options throughout the county for [fall 2016]. In North Fulton, open enrollment is available at eight elementary schools and one middle school. No area high schools, with the exception of North Springs High in Sandy Springs, will accept open enrollment transfers in the 201516 school year. The open enrollment process is part of the state’s Quality Basic Education Act,

passed in 2009, which mandates students be allowed to enroll in schools outside their assigned attendance zone. The caveat, and one which impacts most schools in North Fulton, is there must be capacity at the school in order to participate. “Because this transfer option is mandated with no additional funding for teachers and resources, students placed by this option [cannot] not impact existing budgets,” said Hale. “The process fills empty seats in classrooms, not empty classrooms.” The application deadline for open enrollment is Friday, May 15, at 4:30 p.m., and parents will be notified of their child’s transfer status by June 30. The transfer application is available online (www. fultonschools.org). If approved, parents must provide transportation. The following schools have space available for open enrollment in North Fulton in the 2015-16 school year: Elementary – Abbotts Hill, Birmingham Falls, Findley Oaks, Mountain Park, New Prospect, Shakerag, Summit Hill, Sweet Apple and Wilson Creek Middle – Elkins Pointe

We are committed to high quality schools across the county and know there are limited options in some areas of the district.” SUSAN HALE Communications manager for Fulton Schools

Once accepted, the child may remain at that school through all grade levels, for example through fifth grade and eighth grade, as long as attendance requirements are met. Selection is made based on lottery if applications exceed space, and siblings are not guaranteed placement, according to school officials. Open enrollment is differ-

ent from hardship transfers that allow a student to transfer schools for medical, childcare or employment reasons. For more information, parents can call the Office of Student Assignment at 470254-5550 with questions, or see the webpage at http:// www.fultonschools.org/en/ divisions/ops/plan/Pages/OEInfo.aspx.

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Jim Matoney receives WARM thanks for service Jim Matoney is an unusually gifted citizen, and a man who unstintingly gives the gifts he possesses wherever he can. His is a story that is unique among the people I have met in nearly three decades of news reporting. Never have I known a man who has done so much for his community yet steadfastly flew under the radar of public attention so successfully. Jim is an Alpharetta man, having made it his home after retiring with his wife Lois to the Windward community. Windward is a special place too, it being a 3,400-acre community that is truly Live, Work, Play. Around 250 members of the Windward community came out April 28 to “roast” their neighbor and to thank him for all he has meant to his community. It took a lot of doing but they covered the bases well. I first met Jim when I came to Alpharetta in 1993 to cover the city and its doings. He was already a remarkable man then. Here he was a retiree but agreeing to serve on the Alpharetta Planning Commission, a thankless task if there ever was one. I asked him when he first ran for office what he did. He said he had retired from Shell Oil as an engineer after 36 years. That was career enough, I thought. Little did I know then the depth and breadth of Jim Matoney’s sense of service. In another conversation he told me how after retirement he went to law school and got his

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degree. He said it as casually as one might say he was taking up golf. I asked why on earth he would want to do that. His answer: to do pro bono work. And so he did, working with battered women through the Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation. But he wasn’t through yet. He went on to run for City Council and won a seat he held for 12 years, helping to pilot Alpharetta through an unprecedented spurt of growth adding some $2 billion in new growth to the tax digest. And still he was not through. The city’s magistrate court was going through a great deal of turmoil and became politicized. Jim took it upon himself to run for municipal court judge and spent the next eight years on the bench. His calming influence and professionalism quickly brought order to the court. When he finally officially retired in 2013 as the last elected municipal judge for Alpharetta, he could look back on two full decades of community service after retiring from a 36-year career. But Jim belonged to another organization, the Windward Association of Retired Men, or WARM. The WARM group is a

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Jim Matoney is reunited with his first fellow City Councilmembers. From left are Jim Paine, Sandra Johnson, Matoney, Debbie Gibson, state Sen. Brandon Beach and state Rep. Chuck Martin. heady association of men from all walks of life but who for the most part were leaders in their professional and community lives. It is an organization with no dues and no committees but it does remain relevant, said longtime WARM member Jack Elder. “The WARM ideal is to celebrate life together and do service,” Elder said. Elder said they wanted to recognize Jim for all that he had done “above and beyond the call of duty.” Being a bunch of guys, they wanted to honor him in a WARM way – with a roast. So they did exactly that. They gave it to him plenty, but all in good fun and comradeship. More than 200 turned out to express their admiration and gratitude for someone who truly personifies community service. His Alpharetta United Methodist minister, the Rev. Don Martin, showed up to confer upon Matoney Methodist sainthood “by all of the power and authority NOT, nor ever will be invested in me by the Methodist Church.” Then state Sen. Brandon Beach said he sat beside Jim on the City Council for four years and learned a lot. “Jim has that quality that

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Jim Matoney takes his turn at the dais accompanied by his wife of 63 years Lois. lets him disagree without being disagreeable,” Beach said. When Jim took the podium to have his say, the first thing he did was to tell the audience about one of the wisest things he ever said: “That was, will you marry me?” That was 63 years ago when he asked it of his wife Lois. Then he added: “Fortunately, it was to the right person.” Jim, as usual, did not say much about himself, but he did say being a judge was the

best job he ever had. “When you’re a judge, you know when you are right, you’re right. And when you are wrong, you’re still right.” Well, Jim Matoney was not only right pretty much all the time, it was always with dignity, grace and purpose. There is no phony baloney with Matoney. So Jim is officially retired — again. But we know if he sees a need he can meet, he’ll be back in the saddle. That’s just the way he’s made.

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Puppies, good books and Baltimore So, my week came with a couple new life experiences. I brought home a new puppy – a 10-week-old Field Spaniel named Lewis – and for the first time in a while, I had enough down time to actually finish two books. The first book was the most recent from Malcolm Gladwell, the author of “The Tipping Point,” “Blink” and a couple other very best sellers. His new book, “David and Goliath,” is about many things, but one of the central themes is how people turn disadvantages and bad things into opportunities. Gladwell writes about how about a third of the world’s super entrepreneurs / billionaires are dyslexic and how their struggle to overcome their disadvantages made them resilient, tenacious, assertive, optimistic and yep, very, very successful. He says our environment impacts us in ways most of us would never imagine. He asks: Who would be the better hire – someone who graduates in the top 50 percent of their class in the top schools like Harvard, Yale or MIT, or those who graduate in the top 5 percent of good, but not the best, “good” schools? Gladwell fills the book with examples of ordinary people who accomplish extraordinary things in part because they have to learn to overcome deficiencies that they ultimately use to their advantage. It is a good, easy read and a worthwhile one. By the time I finished the second book, “The New Mind of the South” by a former AJC reporter and Pulitzer Prize finalist Tracy Thompson, I was

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ready to order a dozen copies to send my friends. Although the last chapter is not very kind to Atlanta, if you love the South – its culture, history and nuances, the good, bad and all in between – and if you appreciate a critical mind, this book is for you. Be prepared though. It does not sugar-coat the baseness nor does it gloss over the skeletons buried in the closets of our Southern heritage. But beginning with “the War Between the States” and ending with a discussion of the Beltway around Atlanta, it talks about the loss we have experienced as a result of our transition away from an agrarian society – a society that out of necessity provided a framework for connectivity to family and each other. Both books deal with a disconnect, a disenfranchisement, between people and the world around them. The first tells how we successfully react to that disconnect. The second addresses the causes. The knowledge of both helps us process current issues, including race and the growing fracture of our connection to each other in this increasingly digital world. In that way, it provides some insight into what is going on today

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What were we talking about? A thought on forgetfulness I’ve been forgetting a lot lately. As my wife is continually reminding me, I forget whole conversations and information she tells me. Oh, we are going out tonight with another couple? Did we talk about this? Oh, you told me three times… right. Sometimes I’m positive she makes up conversations we have in her head, then yells at me for not remembering them. Apparently this is not a smart opinion to voice. It turns out, I’m not to blame! Hurray! A recent article on Slate dove into men and their memories. As it turns out, nature vs. nurture treats men and women differently on the value of recognition. Some research suggests women and girls remember personal events faster and more accurately than their male counterparts. This can be chalked up, in part, due to how we raise girls and boys. When young girls are asked how their day was, the conversation can center on emotions

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and how they factor into the events. With boys, those feelings are less stressed. The story becomes about what to do about those feelings. Emotion against action, which is the traditional breakdown of the difference between women and men. “The message that girls are getting is that talking about your feelings is part of describing an event,” said Azriel Grysman, a psychologist at Hamilton College who studies gender differences and memory, in the Slate article. “And for boys, emotions are something to be concerned with when they are part of a larger issue, but otherwise not. And it’s quite possible,

over time, that those tendencies will help women establish more connections in their brains of different pieces of an event, which will lead to better memory long-term.” See! It’s not my fault at all. I blame my parents. I used to think I had a pretty good memory. Apparently this assumption was incorrect yet I rarely came into a confrontation challenging my version of events. Now that I have a permanent plus-1, I’m realizing just how wrong I can be.

RHS parent shares graduation memory When we decided to create a special section to honor the 65th anniversary of Roswell High School’s founding, we knew it would open the door to stories we never imagined. Not stories of shock and awe, but just the stories of how RHS has shaped generation after generation. The very first submission we received proved to be a perfect example of what we hoped people would share. It came from Allison Comer telling us about Chase Comer’s graduation photo in the 2013 Mimosa yearbook apthe graduation of her pears with canine assistant Clipper Comer. son in 2013. It is one family’s memory of that momentous event and how his classmates made it special. the entire football stadium gave our son a standWhen Chase Comer and Clipper started ing ovation as he graduated. RHS, Clipper was one of three Canine AssisIt was a special moment to see that despite tants service dogs that were the first assistant our son’s disabilities, he had indeed affected his dogs to ever attend RHS. Clipper attended RHS senior class and teachers. And it was wonderful the entire time Chase was in school. to see the entire community of Roswell honor our Allison Comer wrote us: son with a standing ovation that day. Chase graduated in 2013, and one of his greatest moments at RHS was during the graduWe want to hear the stories and memories ation ceremony. Principal Huff called out the former RHS students have. The Comer famname of both Chase and his canine assistant ily have shared theirs, but it is not a template Clipper, who attended school with him. for the other stories out there except that it is As they crossed the stage to get his diploma, uniquely their own. the senior girls all began to stand. Our family What story do you have from RHS to share? laughed as Chase is such a flirt with the girls, Send it to RHS65@appenmediagroup.com and but then the senior boys and teachers all stood add a photo. Just put RHS 65th in the info box and clapped. Our family watched in disbelief as of the email.

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No. 3 Hooch girls advance in state lacrosse Milton girls, Roswell boys also move along By MIKE BLUM news@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Six local high school girls’ lacrosse teams advanced to the state semifinals, which were scheduled to be played earlier this week. The championship games in the four divisions will be played Saturday. North Fulton is guaranteed at least one team in the finals, with the possibility that the area could be represented in all four championship matches. The Milton girls, who have dominated lacrosse in the state since the sport was first played in Georgia a decade ago, were scheduled to play Tuesday at Chattahoochee in the AAAAAA playoffs. Both teams finished first in their area and won their first two playoff games last week. Milton, which has won the state championship the past five seasons, defeated Lassiter 18-6 and Collins Hill 21-3 to reach the semifinals. The Lady Eagles are the No. 1-ranked team in the state with a 16-4 record, with all the team’s losses coming against out of state opponents. Chattahoochee (16-3) got past Pope 24-13 and Mill Creek 12-10 to earn its spot in the semifinals. The Lady Cougars ended the season ranked third in the state, with Milton coming into the playoffs ranked No. 1.

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Chattahoochee attacker Haley Harris (8) goes airborne to deliver a goal in the Cougars’ 12-10 second-round state playoff victory over Mill Creek. The Milton-Chattahoochee winner will host the championship contest Saturday against either Lassiter or Walton, the No. 2 and 3 teams from Milton’s area.

Cambridge and Blessed Trinity both reached the AAAAAA semifinals with a pair of victories last week. Cambridge, ranked first in the state in its classification, won 22-7

over Sprayberry and 20-6 over Lovett to improve its record to 19-1. The Lady Bears hosted Kell in their semifinal match. Blessed Trinity (18-2) defeated Creekview 16-7 and McIntosh 21-6 to advance. The Lady Titans played at West-

minster in the semifinals. Cambridge would be at home in the championship game, while Blessed Trinity would play at either Cambridge or Kell. Also reaching the state playoffs was Northview, which lost to Walton 20-10 in the first round. Two local boys’ teams reached the semifinals, with Roswell in position to defend its AAAAAA title and Cambridge looking to win the AAAAAA classification. The Hornets (18-2) were No. 1 in AAAAAA going into the playoffs. They defeated Northview 15-5 and Mill Creek 16-9 last week, outscoring Mill Creek 11-2 in the second half to erase a 7-5 halftime deficit. Roswell will host Etowah in the semifinals Wednesday, and would be at home in the championship match Saturday against either Harrison or Pope. Roswell and Harrison both were first in their area, with Pope second and Etowah fourth behind the Hornets in their area. Etowah upset Johns Creek (12-5), which won its area, 9-7 in the first round, and Harrison edged Centennial 18-17 in the quarterfinals. Centennial (17-3), which was ranked fourth in the state, defeated Lassiter 18-6 in the first round. Cambridge (16-3) defeated Kell 17-6 and Starr’s Mill 10-4 to earn a shot at home against state No. 1 Westminster on Wednesday. The CambridgeWestminster winner will be the home team in the championship game Saturday. Westminster easily won its first two games, including an 18-0 victory over Blessed Trinity in the first round.

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BT, King’s Ridge closing in on repeat titles in baseball By MIKE BLUM news@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Defending state champions Blessed Trinity and King’s Ridge both won second round series in the state high school baseball playoffs last week, but did so in entirely different fashion. Blessed Trinity breezed past Cedartown 6-1 and 18-1 to advance to the Class AAA quarterfinals this week against Oconee County. King’s Ridge barely survived its series against Eagle’s Landing Christian after losing the first game 12-3. The Tigers won the second game 11-10 in 10 innings before scoring a relatively easy 7-2 victory in the decisive third game. The Tigers played the Class A private school semifinals in Macon earlier this week against Tattnall Square, with the winner advancing to the finals against either Brookstone or Hebron Christian. That series is set to begin with a doubleheader Saturday. Blessed Trinity has won three of its first four playoff games without having to play a full seven innings. The only game that was not stopped early was the opener against Cedartown. The Titans jumped out to a 3-0 lead after one inning and won behind the pitching of Brad Spinner, who allowed four hits and walked one in six innings. Francis Sugrue worked a scoreless seventh. John Castro had two hits

and drove in a run for the Titans, and Jake Bogosian had three RBIs on a double and a sacrifice fly. The Titans scored eight runs in the top of the first in the second game of last Wednesday’s doubleheader at BT, with the game stopped after five innings. Hunter Lehman limited Cedartown to two hits and did not walk a batter, yielding his only run in the first inning. Garrett Dupuis led a 15hit BT attack, going 4-for-4, scoring three runs and driving in two. Bronco O’Brien had two doubles and drove in four runs, and Will Galloway drove in three runs with a homer and a double. Jack Dunn, Conor Davis and Bogosian all had two hits, with Dunn driving in two runs and Davis belting a solo homer. The Titans (27-2) host Oconee County (18-5) in the quarterfinals. A doubleheader is scheduled for Tuesday and a third game if necessary will be on Wednesday. The Warriors are the Region 8-AAA champions and won their second round series against Appling County by scores of 14-2 and 7-4 after losing 6-3 in the opener. They swept West Hall 2-0 and 6-0 in the first round. The winner advances to the semifinals, which begins with a doubleheader on Monday. Either Westside or Hart County will be the opponent. The Titans will travel to Augusta to play Westside if both teams win. King’s Ridge led 3-1 after

five innings in the first game against ELCA, but the Chargers scored six runs in the sixth and five in the seventh. Connor Burns and Kyle Brnovich limited ELCA to one run in five innings, but Brnovich, who did not allow a hit in three innings of relief and struck out six, was taken out after walking the first two batters in the sixth. The Chargers collected seven hits in the sixth and seventh against King’s Ridge relievers to break the game open. The Tigers led 10-5 in the second game after scoring four runs in the top of the sixth, but ELCA scored five times in the bottom of the inning at Legion Field in Alpharetta to send the game to extra innings. John Byrnes took over for King’s Ridge starter Austin Higginbotham in the seventh and shut out the Chargers on one hit over the final four innings. The Tigers pushed across the winning run in the 10th. Adam Moore and Tarez Miller had three hits each for the Tigers. Miller scored four runs including the game winner, and Moore drove in three. Brandt Stallings had two hits including a homer and drove in three runs, and Burns added two hits and two RBIs. Moore pitched a complete game to clinch the series for the Tigers, allowing just one earned one run and striking out six. Higginbotham had three hits, and Stallings, Burns and Cullen Monette added two hits each.

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Chattahoochee’s Andrew Alberti has signed a National Letter of Intent to play lacrosse at Piedmont College. With him seated is his mother Victoria Alberti. Standing from left are Coach Kurt Schwarz, coach Binz Hansen, CHS Athletic Director Matt Crooks, coach Jake Six, CHS head coach Tim Brew and CHS Principal Tim Duncan.

‘Hooch’s Alberti to Play DIII Lacrosse at Piedmont JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Chattahoochee High School’s Andrew Alberti has signed a National Letter of Intent to play NCAA Division III lacrosse at Piedmont College in Demorest,

Ga., where he plans to study pre-med. His goal is to be a physician’s assistant specializing in orthopedic surgery. Alberti played defense for

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SAVANNAH, Ga. – Jack Cioffi, a 2014 Chattahoochee High School grad, was one of three Savannah College of Art & Design men’s lacrosse players named to the SouthEastern Lacrosse Conference’s DII All-Conference team, which was announced April 28. Cioffi, a midfielder, earned SELC second-team honors after tallying 20 goals and 23 points for the Bees. The freshman ranked second on the team in goals scored. Cioffi scored at least one goal in 10 games, netting a hat trick on two different occasions. Chattahoochee grad Jack Cioffi earned All-Conference recognition He also picked up 27 ground balls for the Bees, during his freshman year on the Savannah College of Art & Design second on the team. men’s lacrosse team. Cioffi was selected to the 2013 Georgia high school 6A second team and was also a two-time DiHigh School, in conjunction Varsity All-Star, a four-year with several other local high varsity athlete and a captain schools, the end of April. his senior year. When he gradThe SELC includes 44 coluated, he was Chattahoochee’s leges and universities from 10 top midfielder in career goals, states, including Georgia Tech points and ground balls. and the University of Georgia, The annual SELC tournaFlorida State, Vanderbilt and ment is hosted by Northview Virginia Tech.

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BOYS & GIRLS SOCCER:

Raiders win twice to advance in soccer BT, FCS girls also reach state semifinals By MIKE BLUM news@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Both Chattahoochee and Roswell spent time during the regular season as the No. 1-ranked boys’ soccer team in Class AAAAAA. But after three rounds of the state playoffs, both teams are out and unranked Alpharetta is in the semifinals. Alpharetta defeated Harrison 1-0 and Tucker 2-1 on penalty kicks last week to advance to the semifinals against Duluth, with that match played Tuesday at Duluth. The winner will play for the state championship Saturday in Macon against either Parkview or Brookwood. Parkview knocked No. 2 Roswell out of the playoffs Saturday, winning 6-0 after the Hornets’ goalkeeper was red-carded early in the second half with Roswell trailing 2-0. The Raiders (12-5-1) went 5-for-5 on penalty kicks against Tucker after the match ended in a 1-1 tie.W Alpharetta

goalkeeper Warren Cherry stopped the second Tucker PK. Bryan Candelaria converted the fifth and clinching PK after not having played in regulation and overtime. Diego Recalde scored in the first half for the Raiders, with Tucker scoring its only one goal in the second half. Steven Cravotta, Chris Shifrin, Recalde and Matt McGivney connected on the first four PKs for Alpharetta. Mikey Stockley scored the game’s only goal against Harrison, giving the Raiders their second straight shutout in the playoffs. Alpharetta coach Scott Cole credited Gerald Nash in helping preserve the shutout after he entered late in the match and marked Harrison’s primary scoring threat. Roswell (16-3) advanced to the quarterfinals with a 3-2 victory over Pebblebrook, but its 11-match winning streak ended in the loss to Parkview. Milton, which knocked off No. 2-ranked Chattahoochee in the opening round, lost its second round match at

Marietta 2-1. The Fellowship Christian boys’ team advanced to the Class A semifinals, and was scheduled to play Tuesday against Stratford Academy in Macon. The Paladins (18-1-1) defeated North Cobb Christian 5-1 and Mount Paran 2-1 last week. Jake Williamson scored both goals Saturday in the quarterfinals against Mount Paran on assists from his brother Drew. The championship game will be played later this week in Macon, with

Atlanta International and Pacelli meeting in the other semifinal. Blessed Trinity reached the second round in Class AAA, losing 2-1 last week to Calhoun. The Blessed Trinity and Fellowship Christian girls both reached the semifinals in their classifications with a pair of easy victories last week. Blessed Trinity defeated Adairsville 7-1 and Oconee Country 6-0, and was scheduled to play at Lumpkin County on Monday in one semifinal. The winner will play either Westminster or Decatur later this week for the Class AAA championship. Fellowship Christian won 8-0 over Lakeview and 4-1 over Paideia to advance to the semifinals, which were played Monday at Macon’s First Presbyterian. The championship match will be played in Macon later this week, with Hebron Christian playing Macon’s Stratford Academy in the other semifinal. Milton reached the second round in AAAAAA, losing to 2014 state champion Harrison 4-0. Harrison, which was undefeated the last two seasons, lost in the quarterfinals to Grayson.

Eagles fall in state baseball playoffs KENNESAW, Ga. – After knocking off defending state champion Lambert in the first round of the state Class AAAAAA baseball playoffs, the Milton Eagles lost to Kennesaw Mountain last week in the second round. The Eagles won the opener 4-2 over the Mustangs, but lost the second game of a doubleheader 9-1 to force a third game for a second straight series. This time, the Eagles lost 7-3 after defeating Lambert 5-3 in the decisive third game in that series. Milton, which finished the

season 20-11, got a strong pitching effort from Kyle Jaworski in the first game against Kennesaw Mountain. Jaworski shut out the Mustangs for five innings before they scored single runs in the sixth and seventh. Brice Johnson got the final two outs to earn a save. Steven Curry had two of Milton’s four hits, with the Eagles scoring three runs in the third inning. Kennesaw Mountain broke open a scoreless tie in the second game of the doubleheader

with three runs in the fourth against Milton starter Clay Forbes, who allowed four runs through six innings before the Mustangs scored five times in the seventh. Jonathan Tracey led the Milton offense with two hits. The Mustangs managed just four hits in the third game, but were aided by three Milton errors as they jumped out to a 6-1 lead after four innings. Austin McLeod had two hits and drove in two runs for the Eagles. – Mike Blum

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Girl Scouts build garden for younger students By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A local Girl Scout troop got their hands dirty building garden beds May 9 for Wilson Creek Elementary School (WCES). The Two Bridges Troop 27343 is comprised of 10thgraders at Northview High School – Vidya Ganapathy, Sara Braynard and Savannah Moyer – who are working toward their Gold Award. The garden beds will serve as a prerequisite for the award. The girls’ project was one of many for Leadership Johns Creek’s second annual Hero 4 a Day event of service around the community. Leadership Johns Creek partnered with the troop to provide volunteers for the girls’ project of building and installing eight garden beds for WCES, said troop leader Jennifer Braynard. Wilson Creek’s PTA donated $200 for each bed, with eight beds total including two kindergarten beds. The beds will be used for second-graders next fall while they learn about science and plants, said Ganapathy. “They will plant as it corresponds to their curriculum,” Ganapathy said. “They’ll plant carrots, turnips and some sort of lettuce. In the fall, we will come back when they plant. After that, it’s up to them to maintain it.” The students will learn how to grow this food and that it can sustain them and their families, Sara Braynard said. “It’s very much about trying to minimize their footprint, meaning how local your food is, and how to minimize your impact,” she said. “If you grow your food in your backyard, I’d say that’s pretty local.” The girls are participating in a Girl Scouts leadership journey called Sow What, which teaches them about reducing their footprint on the earth, Ganapathy said. The girls each have to do two action projects before they can move onto working toward the Gold Award, and this project is one of them, Moyer said. “For a lot of people, it’s easy to go to the store and buy what you want,” Moyer said. “Not a lot of people think about the process of growing it from a seed. It’s such a huge learning process for kids and it’s so cool to be able to touch, feel and taste it and see the work you put into it.” This project is more than learning from a textbook, Sara Braynard said. “You can get out there and actually do that,” she said. “We hope it will teach them some

From left, Vidya Ganapathy, Sara Braynard, Savannah Moyer and their troop leader, Jennifer Braynard.

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Vidya Ganapathy mixes the soil so it’s fresh for the seeds.

Sara Braynard and Savannah Moyer help spread mulch.

responsibility because they’ll each have their own seed.” One of the requirements for the project is it needs to be sustainable, Jennifer Braynard said. She said she thinks the students will be able to keep it up after all the work the

good attitudes. They’ve seen this to the end regardless of the obstacles in their way, whether money or personalities.” Even with as much work the girls put in, their troop leader said it was a team effort. The girls partnered with

Scouts put into it. “I am overwhelmed with pride,” she said. “I’m so pleased at how they’ve stuck with the project that has had its ups and down and had some times when we didn’t think it would come to be. They have persisted and kept

teachers at WCES, Leadership Johns Creek, Rotary Club of Alpharetta, Master School Gardeners and Keep North Fulton Beautiful. “It wasn’t just the girls or me,” Jennifer Braynard said. “Without everyone’s help, we wouldn’t be successful.”

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Chattahoochee HS celebrates new face lift JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Chattahoochee High School students and staff celebrated extensive remodeling of the school in front of the new entrance last week with an official ribbon cutting ceremony. A grand stacked-stone entryway leads to the newly updated attendance office, front office and cafeteria. Prominently located at the front of the new entrance, with a 270 degree view, sits the new security office and buzz in system for added security of the students and staff. The renovation also included new air-conditioning units, hallway flooring with a phase II inclusion of new lockers is planned for this summer. Modernizing the older school became a labor of love for Principal Tim Duncan and School Governance Chair (and mother of two CHS students) Deborah Fulghum. “We are so proud of our Chattahoochee students and wanted our school to reflect that pride. We also needed additional security features to create a safe environment,” said Fulghum. Starting three years ago, Duncan and Mrs. Fulghum visited and photographed surrounding schools. They created a hardcover picture book detailing their vision for Chattahoochee. In addition, the architecture students at Chattahoochee created a 3-D model of their vision of the school to present to Fulton County Schools’ design team.

This is the new dramatic entrance to Chattahoochee High School which capped a much-needed refurbishment of the campus infrastructure. With the help of Patrick Burke, deputy superintendent of operations for Fulton County Schools, FCS Board President Linda McCain and financial support from SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax), construction began in May 2014, with final improvements to be completed by July of this year. “It’s been a long journey, but worth it. Now Chattahoochee High School reflects the excellence of our staff and students and shows our Hooch Pride,” said Duncan.

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Tribute bands highlight the amphitheater summer concerts Presented by the JC Recreation and Parks Dept., Drivin’ N Cryin’ in person By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com

Drivin’ N Cryin’ will close out the summer concert season at Newtown Park Amphitheater.

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Circle the date, Saturday, Sept. 19. Atlanta’s own Drivin’ N Cryin’ is coming to the Newtown Park Amphitheater summer concert series in Johns Creek. Drivin’ N Cryin’ will mark the close of what promises to be a socko second season from the Johns Creek Recreation and Parks Department. The Atlanta rock/country band featuring Kevn Kinney will bring their hits from the hard driving “Acceleration” to the pulsating “Dirty” and country soul of “I See Georgia.” Rolling Stone magazine described Drivin’ N Cryin’ this way: “Crunchy hard rock is the Drivin’, brittle countryish balladry is the Cryin’ with the two linked by a heavy dose of Led Zeppelinphilia …” Their album “Fly Me Courageous” album went gold. DNC has toured with A-listers such as Neil Young and Soul Asylum, and their fan base in the Southeast is as strong as ever. Taking a cue from what was hot in the inaugural season, tribute bands and acts that harken to the rock and roll 1980s and 1990s will be prominent in the summer season. “Last year was our first year and we found that our community was attracted to tribute bands and music they recognize and can sing,” said Kirk Franz, Johns Creek Recreations manager. “We focused on popular bands in our area that fit that bill.” The lineup is heavy on rock: Saturday, June 20 The Molly Ringwalds: As the name suggests, this quintet from Sheffield, England, is all about the ’80s. From Devo to PeeWee Herman and all the stops in between, they use their makeup expertise and “big hair” to recall what they call “The ’80s Experience.” They were named Best Cover Band in 2003, 03, 04, 05 and ’06 by the Houston Press. When they salute the Queen, it’s not Elizabeth II. Friday, July 24 Electric Avenue: This is a six-piece band fronted by two sultry songstresses, and they

Last year was our first year and we found that our community was attracted to tribute bands and music they recognize and can sing.” KIRK FRANZ Johns Creek Recreations manager

like to party. Electric Avenue is essentially the same band as Yacht Rock Schooner, whose 1970s song list was a hit at the amphitheater in 2014. Come and get your Ya-Yas out. Saturday, Aug. 22 The Stranger: If you want to get into a “New York State of Mind,” this is the band for you. This Billy Joel tribute band featuring native Long Islander Mike Santoro makes it a point of pride to be true to Joel’s music. They are not only talented musicians, but they are Joel fans. And they have repertoire of a six-time Grammy winner that includes 33 Top 40 hits that sold 155 million records worldwide. Food trucks will be returning to the venue in 2015, but concert-goers will notice some changes. To allow more room for dancing, the rows of chairs under the amphitheater will be replaced with round tables that can be reserved by calling 678-512-3200 or through the city’s Rec1 online registration program. Table reservations cost $200, but admission is free. The terraced lawns surrounding the amphitheater will seat about 1,000 people. The amphitheater is in Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road in Johns Creek.

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TRMS student Ruhika Aguru named Gold Presidential Volunteer JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Taylor Road eighth grader Ruhika Aguru has been honored for her exemplary volunteer service with a Gold Level President’s Volunteer Service Award. She received the award from U.S. President Barack Obama in honor of demonstrating a sustained commitment to volunteer services. Ruhika has been volunteering since she was 11 for efforts working with the underprivileged and senior citizens. The President’s Volunteer Service Award is the premier volunteer awards program. It encourages citizens to live a life of service and honors them through presidential gratitude and national recognition. The award states Ruhika has been given the award “in recognition and appreciation for her commitment to strengthen our nation and communities through volunteer service.”

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Rotary Club of Johns Creek – North Fulton wins ‘Best Membership Growth’ award

Rotary Club District Governor Alicia Michael, left, presents Rotary Club of Johns Creek – North Fulton member Angela Harvey with the Best Membership Growth award at the April 26 District 6900 Conference.

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The Rotary Club of Johns Creek – North Fulton received April 26 the Best Membership Growth Award – Category II, at the 58th annual Rotary International District 9600 Conference in Jekyll Island. The award, presented by District 6900 Governor Alicia Michael, reflects the membership gains made in the last year. The Rotary Club of Johns Creek – North Fulton was chartered in 2013 with 26 members. As of March 2015, the club roster had 41 active members. Since July 2014, the club had a net gain of seven members (20 percent). “We have a special group of dedicated members,” said Bev Miller, club president. “From our service projects to the camaraderie, we’re fortunate to have a membership who is excited about being a part of this club and is devoted to making a difference in the community.” The Rotary Club of Johns Creek – North Fulton meets each Wednesday at noon at the Atlanta Athletic Club, 1930 Bobby Jones Drive, Johns Creek 30097. For information about the club, call 678-8242403 or email info@RotaryJohnsCreek.com. –Jennifer Chapman

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Stroke affects young people more and more Young stroke survivor runs local support group Most young people don’t have a stroke, right? Well, not quite. The incidence of stroke in people aged 20-64 jumped by a quarter between 1990 and 2010, a recent study found. Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death and a leading cause of long-term disability in the United States. A stroke occurs when blood vessels that carry oxygen to the brain become blocked or burst. When the brain cannot get enough oxygen, brain cells begin to die, causing disability and sometimes death. Nearly 80 percent of strokes are caused by a blockage from a blood clot or plaque. The other 20 percent results from bleeding. For Lori Murphy, who was 31 when she experienced a stroke, finding a support group after her stroke was among the obstacles she faced. So she created one. “I felt like there was a need for reaching out to other people my age who had a stroke,” Murphy said. Through Northside Hospital, Murphy helps run a free monthly support group for young stroke survivors, 35 and under. The

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Nutrition is probably the most confusing health topic for the public, so I spend a great deal of time discussing it with my paSTEGALL tients. Below are some foods which you might believe to be healthy, but are actually quite harmful. 1. Anything low fat. The advice to go low fat is based on bad science, and has done a great deal of damage to people’s health. Low fat foods are typically higher in carbohydrates, have more sugar, and contain added preservatives compared to their non-fat counterparts. Do not be afraid of naturally occurring fat – it is good for you!

2. Margarine. Margarine contains harmful trans fats, which are man-made and offer nothing of benefit to your body. Eat butter instead, and look for grass fed butter because it is chock full of beneficial fat. 3. Energy bars. They are nothing more than sugar and other empty carbohydrates. Avoid them. 4. Soy. It is a known hormone disruptor in both men and women. Plus, most soy is genetically modified (GMO). Ditch the tofu, and drink almond or coconut milk instead of soy milk. 5. Diet sodas. They contain dangerous artificial sweeteners such as aspartame and sucralose, which have been linked to significant health problems including cancer. Avoid them at all costs! Making a concerted effort to avoid these five foods is one of the most important ways in which you can improve your health.

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From left are Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker, Johns Creek Special Needs Teachers of the Year: Karen Nementz, Johns Creek High; Emily Lester, Findley Oaks Elementary; Kayla Lear, Medlock Bridge Elementary; Josie Hurt, River Trail Middle; Dr. Rob Anderson, Area Superintendent, Northeast Learning Community; and Fulton School Board President Linda McCain.

JC Civitan Club honors Special Needs Teachers of the Year ‘Best of Best’ feted at luncheon JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – One of the greatest resources Johns Creek has is the quality and character of its teachers. And the unsung heroes of that group are its special education teachers. The Johns Creek Civitan Club has singled out May 5 the four local educators named Johns Creek Special Needs Teachers of the Year at The Standard Club in Johns Creek. The teachers were nominated by school principals and the Civitan Club selected two elementary school teachers, one middle school teacher and one high school teacher to be honored this year. The four Johns Creek Special Needs Teachers of the Year are: • Emily Lester, Findley Oaks Elementary School; • Kayla Lear, Medlock Bridge Elementary School; • Josie Hurt, River Trail Middle School; • Karen Nemetz, Johns Creek High School “The Johns Creek Civitan Club is very proud to honor these teachers,” said Grant Hickey, president of the Johns Creek Civitan Club. “We’re honored to highlight these passionate teachers’ commitment to students in our community.” All of the Johns Creek Spe-

cial Needs Teacher of the Year nominees were honored at the breakfast. Other nominees are: Beth Reynolds, Abbotts Hill Elementary; Suzanne Davis, Barnwell Elementary; Sherry Peterson, Dolvin Elementary.. Christine King-Francis, Hillside Elementary; Arielle Smithers, Northwood Elementary; Annemarie Hodge, Ocee Elementary; Karen Kennedy, State Bridge Crossing Elementary; Celeste Blagg, Wilson Creek Elementary; Erin Villaume, Autrey Mill Middle; Katie Bo-

glione, Hayne Bridge Middle; Nikki Harper, Taylor Road; Traci Coleman, Centennial High; Gary Colangelo; Chattahoochee High; Pauline Edwards, Northview High. Sponsors of the breakfast were Autobell Car Wash, Whole Foods, Carothers & Mitchell, LLC Attorneys at Law. The Johns Creek Civitan Club meets on the first and third Tuesday each month at 7:30 a.m. at The Standard Club, 6230 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek. The club welcomes guests and new members on an ongoing basis. For information, visit JohnsCreekCivitan.org.

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North Fulton gathers to pray, do good By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Once a year, national leaders call on everyone to pray for the nation and its well-being. This year, the National Day of Prayer was May 7. This year’s event was the 64th event. The National Day of Prayer is an official observance, created by congressional act, for citizens of all faiths to pray for the nation. The theme this year was “Lord, Hear Our Cry,” emphasizing the need for individuals,

corporately and individually, to place their faith in the unfailing character of their Creator. The day is nondenominational. Roswell has held a Day of Prayer ceremony for the past several years at the Faces of War Memorial on the grounds of the Roswell City Hall. The Rev. Neville Billy led the event, with local business, political and community leaders each giving prayers for aspects of the nation. Principal Kathy Teston of Fellowship Christian School gave the prayer for education; radio announcer Darlene McCoy prayed for the media; Sen.

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CITY OF ALPHARETTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The following items will be heard at a public hearing held by the Planning Commission on Thursday, June 4, 2015 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia. Items forwarded by the Planning Commission will be considered by the City Council on Monday, June 22, 2015 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza Alpharetta, Georgia. a. CU-15-06 Encounter Church/Regal Cinemas/Avalon Consideration of a conditional use to permit a Church/Synagogue on property located at 3950 1st Street on the south side of Westside Parkway. The property is legally described as being located in Land Lot 803 and 854, 1st District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. b. MP-15-05/CU-15-08/V-15-10 Innovation/MetLife Consideration of a request to amend a Master Plan and change zoning conditions in order to allow 414 for-rent residential units in addition to retail, restaurant, hotel and office uses. Variances to allow ground floor residential uses on all but 10,600 sq. feet of main residential buildings, to allow 25 units to eliminate the front stoops and access requirement and to be replaced by landscaping due to grading requirements of fronting streets; and to allow private streets are requested. The applicant also requests Distance requirements between retailers who sell liquor by the drink and residential units be waived within the 47 acres property known as Peridot. The property is located north of GA-400 and west of Haynes Bridge Road. The property is legally described as being in Land Lots 744, 745, 752, and 753 of the 1st District, 2nd Section of Fulton County, Georgia. c. MP-15-03/Z-15-04/CU-15-03/V-15-06/CLUP-15-06 Arrowhead Real Estate/Brookside Pod A Consideration of a request to rezone approximately 4 acres from O&I to C-1 in order to develop two 33,000 sf retail buildings. A request to change the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from “Corporate Campus Office” to “Commercial” is also requested. A request to change the Master Plan Amendment in order to allow retail as a primary use within Brookside Pod A is also requested. A variance for the front setback is also requested. The property is located on the south side of Old Milton Parkway next to Five Seasons Brewing. The property is legally described as being located in Land Lots 43, 44 and 49, 1st District, 1st Section, Fulton County, Georgia. d. PH-15-06 UDC Changes- Citizen Part B Consideration of amendments to the Unified Development Code in order to require minimum notification requirements. Note: Georgia law requires that all parties who have made campaign contributions to the Mayor or to a Council Member in excess of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) within the past two (2) years must complete a campaign contribution report with the Community Development Department. The complete text of the Georgia law and a disclosure form are available in the office of the City Clerk, 2 Park Plaza.

read a proclamation from the mayor’s office. “We emphasize the need for us individually and corporately to place our faith in the unfailing character of our Creator, who is supreme over all governments and all authorities and all situations. No matter how impossible and hopeless and our situations may be, God hears and answers prayer – as He sees fit,” said Billy, regional coordinator for the Annual National Day of Prayer. Clay Geisinger, son of the late state Sen. Harry Geisinger, presented a photo of his father during the ceremony. Two public safety members – a police officer and firefighter – were honored for their service dur-

ing the ceremony. In Alpharetta and Johns Creek, the event was remembered a different way, with a Day of Service May 9. The day was Alpharetta’s second and Johns Creek’s inaugural Day of Service to offer several volunteer projects. The Rotary Club of Alpharetta and Leadership Johns Creek have been instrumental in organizing the project opportunities. This year’s projects included working with the Ed Isakson Alpharetta YMCA, North Fulton Community Charities, Senior Services North Fulton, Wilson Creek Elementary School and a Red Cross Blood Drive at the Shakerag Fire Department in Johns Creek.

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DEATH NOTICES Wilda Bailey, 87 of Cumming, passed away April 29, 2015. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

James Walter Johnson, 72, of Cumming, passed away April 30, 2015. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Hilda Phillips Roper, 92, of Cumming, passed away April 30, 2015. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Deana Crawford, of Woodstock, passed away May 5, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Home.

Dorothy Marshall, of Milton, passed away May 3, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Shirley Schwartz, of Roswell, passed away May 1, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Kathleen Rose Holubowicz Neal, 69, passed away April 24, 2015. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Barbara Jane Thomas, 58, of Cumming, passed away April 30, 2015. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

W. J. Gatewood, 89, of Cumming, passed away May 5, 2015. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Harry Geisinger, of Roswell, passed away May 1, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Christopher Okwoche, of Alpharetta, passed away May 3, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Home.

Jenna Cooley is now able to donate her hair to those who need wigs. She and her mother, Diane, have started a nonprofit to help others do just that.

Hair today; gone tomorrow Event cuts hair for the needy By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Hair is one of those things many of us take for granted. However, for some, it is a luxury. That’s where Diane Cooley comes in. Cooley’s daughter Jenna, 15, has a rare disease called Alopecia Areata, an autoimmune disease that causes hair loss. It can be minor – eye lashes or spots on the head – or severe, causing complete baldness. Understandably, especially in women and girls, this can be devastating to self-image. Jenna has at one time or another lost all her hair or just spots. She has lost one eyebrow or one eye’s lashes. The loss is seemingly random. “When she was younger, it affected her worse than now,” Cooley said. “As she got older, she was better about the hair loss. She understands it. I can imagine if she lost all of her hair at once, it would affect her more.” Cooley, her friends and family began the It’s Just Hair cut-a-thon, now in its ninth year, to collect ponytails from the community to be made into wigs by Locks of Love, a nonprofit organization that

If you go What: It’s Just Hair When: 1 – 7 p.m., May 18 Where: Taylor Brooks Salon, 11705 Jones Bridge Road, Johns Creek provides high-quality hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children with long-term medical hair loss – often alopecia, but also cancer. It’s Just Hair’s strength is in its simplicity – give some hair, help the needy. Through Cooley’s work, hundreds of people in need of hair have benefitted. “I hope they get out of it how you don’t have to open your wallet to help others. You can give your time or your hair,” Cooley said. “It feels good helping people by doing such a simple act.” Each year, Cooley hosts the event at Taylor Brooks Salon, 11705 Jones Bridge Road, Johns Creek. This year, the event is May 18 from 1 – 7 p.m. So far, 125 people have signed up to be shorn, so many that a waiting list has been created for the first time. Cooley said she is excited about how much the event has grown. For more information, visit It’s Just Hair’s Facebook page or email Cooley at itsjusthair@ gmail.com.

Roy Dwayne Gravitt, 51, of Cumming, passed away May 4, 2015. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Dollie D. Quimby, 77, of Cumming, passed away May 5, 2015. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Christine Turner, of Milton, passed away May 1, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Eugene Emory Wallis, 83, of Cumming, passed away May 3, 2015. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Lan Ying Wang, 78, of Johns Creek, passed away May 6, 2015. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

CITY OF ALPHARETTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The following items will be heard at a public hearing held by the Planning Commission on Tuesday, June 2, 2015 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia. A workshop will also be held by the Planning Commission at 6:30p.m. Items forwarded by the Planning Commission will be considered by the City Council on Monday, June 15, 2015 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza Alpharetta, Georgia. a. Z-14-15/V-14-32 Academy Street Tract (City Council Only) Consideration of a request to rezone approximately 10.43 acres from R-12 to CUP as well as site plan approval. A variance to the CUP zoning land area is requested. The property is located at 76 Academy Street, 94 Academy Street, 140 Academy Street and is legally described as being located in Land Lot 1268/1267 2nd District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. b. PH-15-10 Avalon/Medical Office Consideration of a site plan approval to permit a medical office building on Old Milton Parkway in Avalon. The property is legally described as being located in Land Lot 802, 1st District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. c. MP-15-04/V-15-08 Windward Mill/Windward Pod 66. Consideration of a request to amendment the Windward Master Plan with Pod 66 to permit for-sale townhouses, office, retail and hotel use. A request for a variance to minimize the parking from 627 spaces to 436 spaces is also requested. The property is legally described as being in Land Lots 1188 and 1189, 2nd District, 1st and 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. Note: Georgia law requires that all parties who have made campaign contributions to the Mayor or to a Council Member in excess of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) within the past two (2) years must complete a campaign contribution report with the Community Development Department. The complete text of the Georgia law and a disclosure form are available in the office of the City Clerk, 2 Park Plaza.

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All About Developmental Disabilities forms bocce ball league League offers social outlet for young adults with developmental disabilities NORTH FULTON, Ga. — All About Developmental Disabilities (AADD) wants to young people with developmental disabilities from all over North Fulton with their peers in a social, active environment. To that end All About Developmental Disabilities (AADD), an Atlanta-based advocacy group focusing on developmental disabilities issues, is launching its 2015 bocce ball season for young adults currently in Roswell, Sandy Springs, Johns Creek and Woodstock. The program connects people with developmental disabilities to those without, in the 18 to 40 age range. The reason is simple. Young people with developmental disabilities typically graduate from high school at 21, and over the next few years their group of high school friends diminishes as their peers head off to college or careers.

By the time they hit 25, their social network has all but vanished and opportunities for making new friends are limited. Time not spent working is usually spent at home. It can be a very isolating time. It’s important that they have opportunities to interact with people their own age that will bring them back into the

community. For people without disabilities, this is a great opportunity to give back to their communities and build their own awareness of the challenges faced by those who live with disabilities every day. About the Bocce Ball League: • Groups are offered in four

CITY OF JOHNS CREEK PLANNING COMMISSION, PUBLIC HEARING: TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2015 AT 7:00 P.M. CITY OF JOHNS CREEK MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL, PUBLIC HEARING: MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2015 AT 7:00 P.M. CITY OF JOHNS CREEK COUNCIL CHAMBER 12000 FINDLEY ROAD, SUITE 300 JOHNS CREEK, GEORGIA 30097 The following Land Use Petition proposals located within the City of Johns Creek are scheduled for Public Hearings as stated above. LAND USE PETITION: PETITIONER: LOCATION: CURRENT ZONING: PROPOSED ZONING: PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT:

RZ-15-003 (Deferred) Cornerstone Design & Dev., Inc. 9400 Block of Nesbit Ferry Road AG-1 (Agricultural District) R-4 (Single Family Dwelling District) 26-lot single-family residential subdivision

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RZ-15-005, VC-15-005-1 & VC-15-005-2 (Deferred) The Providence Group of Georgia 8139 and 8255 McGinnis Ferry Road AG-1 (Agricultural District) NUP (Neighborhood Unit Plan District) 33-unit single-family detached residential subdivision. Concurrent variances to reduce the perimeter setback to 30 feet and reduce building separation to 10 feet

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RZ-15-007, VC-15-007-1, VC-15-007-2, VC-15-007-3, VC-15-007-4 The Providence Group of Georgia LLC 11885 and 11895 Douglas Road NUP (Neighborhood Unit Plan District) TR (Townhouse Residential District) 49-unit attached townhome neighborhood Concurrent variances to reduce the side perimeter setback from 30 feet to 10 feet, to reduce the side zoning buffer from 25 feet to 15 feet, to reduce the interior front building setback from 20 feet to 10 feet, and to eliminate 10-foot the side improvement setback.

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cities: Roswell, Sandy Springs, Woodstock, Johns Creek • Preferred age range for participants is 18 - 40 • 16-20 people per group • Each “season” will be about six months.Groups meet 2-3 times a month for 90 minutes. • Peer participants will be

• Johns Creek: Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Rd., Johns Creek • Roswell: Thursdays, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Grimes Bridge Park, 830 Grimes Bridge Rd., Roswell • Sandy Springs: Saturdays, 10 - 11:30 a.m. BRIO Tuscan Grille, 700 Ashwood Pkwy, Dunwoody • Woodstock: Thursdays, 6:30 - 8 p.m. J.J. Biello Park, 250 Brooke Blvd., Woodstock offered a brief training on developmental disabilities To register, email Michael Stinson at michael@aadd.org or call 404-809-2922.

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Alpharetta High School language students participate in the Fulton Forum for World Languages.

Alpharetta High Language Students Honored ALPHARETTA, Ga. – At the Fulton Forum for World Languages April 25, eight Alpharetta High School students won honors for language skills. The Fulton Forum provides an opportunity for high school students to showcase their second language communica-

tion skills and be rewarded for their language proficiency. Special recognition awards in French III Honors went to Veronica Bian, Shruthi Murali (Superior) and Emma Svitil (Distinguished) French II Honors was accorded to Krishna Parri (Superior) and Marissa Ren

(Distinguished). Chinese awards went to Eunhyang Lim (Superior), Kori Vocke (Distinguished) and Kindle Anderson (Excellent). All participants received a certificate and a medal commensurate with their performance.

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to a 10-week-old dog, how important must it be to the people around me? The fact that Lewis was even at my side is amazing to me. In the Field Spaniel dog world, if you are “outside” of the breeders network, getting a Field Spaniel is very close to impossible. They just do not let you in. So why were we allowed into that closed circle? My wife spent hours and hours on the phone with the woman who ultimately sold us our dog. She would email her, call her and subscribe to her newsletter. She asked her endless questions, and I frequently heard the laughter and engagement. In short, she listened. The woman sold us her big black bundle of furry puppy because she wanted a friend, I think – and because Christina simply cared about her and her dogs. That’s all anyone wants at the end of the day. They want someone to care. They want to matter. They want to be connected. They want, as Fyodor Dostoevsky said in another context, to give and receive love – directly, personally and unconditionally. It’s exactly what makes our world go around.

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