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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — An engaged couple was found dead May 28 on their boat on Lake Lanier Julie Wright, 40 of Gainesville in Forsyth County, and Andrew Maronge, 39 of Gainesville in Forsyth County, leave behind three children between them.
The couple was found at 8 p.m. after Georgia Department of Natural Resources rangers were called to do a welfare check on a 24-foot Bayliner cabin cruiser boat. The couple had failed to make contact with their family. The rangers located the boat anchored off the Three Sisters Island chain within Forsyth County. After failing to make contact with
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County considers limiting apartment developments By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The future of apartments in Forsyth County could be limited to a select area along Ga. 400. At a May 22 meeting, Forsyth County commissioners discussed a potential apartment corridor map that extending roughly 2,500 feet from the centerline of Ga. 400. Planning and Community Development Director Tom Brown said the proposal would limit future apartment development to the area. If approved, the new zoning would be a change to the county’s Unified Development Code. But before anything is updated, the board voted, with Commissioner Pete Amos opposed, to bring the plan before multiple public hearings in the near future. Currently, the county only allows apartments in a Master Planned District zoning, which is earmarked for mixed-use developments. While there are areas in the county that have apartments now, no new units would be permitted. “It would be identified if your MPD included that use, you would be geographically limited to this corridor along both sides of Ga. 400,” Brown said. “This absolutely is a further restriction on apartments. This limits it to the corridor, where today they could propose apartments outside of it.” If adopted, Brown said it may be wise for the board to come back with revisions to the county’s Comprehensive Plan to bring the wording in line with this additional restriction.
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“We don’t want people to look at the Comprehensive Plan, assume they can have an apartment in a different part of the county and then learn our zoning ordinance didn’t allow it,” Brown said. Halcyon, Forsyth County’s mixed-use development which is opening off Ga. 400 Exit 12 next March, is a Master Planned District. The proposed corridor would cover the project. Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills asked if the entire Master Planned District had to be in the proposed corridor or whether just a portion of it that included apartments would suffice. “As it’s worded, apartments within the Master Planned District should be authorized when its boundaries are completely contained in this boundary map,” Brown said. Mills said it may look like the board wants to “cram apartments along Ga. 400.” “I’m worried about Ga. 400 northbound because I don’t want it to be covered with apartments,” Mills said. “I want it to be industrial and commercial. I’m scared what you’re doing is pushing them all to my district.” Brown said there is nothing in the proposal that limits the amount of apartments. Right now, apartments are limited by density and as a percentage of the total residential units allowed in a Master Planned District. Commission Chairman Todd Levent said the map doesn’t mean all of Ga. 400 can have apartments, but just the space that would allow it. “The map can easily be changed,” Brown said. “We can cut out a piece on the map that we don’t think is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.”
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Fire chief retiring after 50 years By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — For nearly 50 years, Forsyth County Fire Chief Danny Bowman has been focused on his career in fire service. Come October, he will hang up his hat. Bowman submitted a notice of intent in May that he would be retiring on Oct. 16, which is his 50th anniversary as a firefighter in Georgia. “I would be remiss should I not thank, for the record, the thousands of firefighters with whom I have served since 1968, friends and co-workers who have guided me for a half century and most of all my family who were there every step of the way,” Bowman said. His career began when he first joined the U.S. Air Force prior to joining the Atlanta Fire Department in 1968. “My mentors there were primarily in the Greatest Generation, meaning WWII, and made me who I am today,” he said. “These were men and women of the highest caliber of ethics and they trusted me with assisting with the Atlanta Fire
Department budget which was unique for me as a fireman. I loved it. No pun intended, but it set me on fire. I knew what I would do for the rest of my life.” Then in 2001, he was named the chief officer with the Forsyth BOWMAN County Fire Department. His other accolades throughout the years include being a past president of the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs, being named the Fire Chief of the Year in the state in 2010, being appointed to the Board of Directors of the GBI and State Patrol by Gov. Nathan Deal in 2012 and receiving the Governor’s Public Safety Award for “Outstanding Contribution to the Fire Service Profession.” Now, in a few months, he will be officially retired. “It’s time,” Bowman said. “It’s been an honor to serve not only the public, but to serve my firefighters over the past 50 years. I never thought this would
last more than half a century. But it has been the honor a lifetime to serve the public and my firefighters.” It’s a firefighter’s job to protect the public, but Bowman said it’s his job as fire chief to protect the firefighters, which he does in a number of ways. “I give them comfortable facilities because they spend one-third of their life in the fire station away from family if you are a firefighter,” he said. “You work one day and you’re off for two. I worry every minute of every day about my firefighters. I would do anything humanly possible to protect them with the best firefighting equipment which includes protective gear, the best fire apparatus, meaning firetrucks, and the most comfortable facilities for them to spend that one-third of their life in.” One of the biggest changes he’s seen over his career is the massive improvements in safety. Today, firefighters on the scene of an emergency are completely encapsulated with protective gear, including an air mask. But 50 years
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County reviews 2019 budget By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County officials are mapping out a spending plan for 2019 that will keep property taxes at the current rate. County Manager Eric Johnson said they do not anticipate the millage rate to change from its current rate of 8.036 mills, or $8.04 per every $1,000 of net assessed value. The millage rate is defined as dollars per $1,000 of assessed value. Additionally, Johnson said the proposed budget would maintain some services while improving others. If revenue estimates hold true, the county anticipates revenues will increase 6 percent, enough to fund a proposed budget of $136 million. Property tax revenues are expected to increase $3.4 million thanks in large part to an overall 7 percent increase in values. The county is also anticipating $1.3 million in carryover funds. The 2018 adopted budget was just under $128 million. The county’s budget also anticipates $33 million in revenue from the special purpose local option sales tax if approved by voters later this year. Broken down by category, the title ad valorem tax is expected to bring in $11 million, and the alcoholic beverage excise tax will be roughly $2.2 million. Licenses and permits will bring in about $105 million, with planning permits accounting for nearly $4 million of that amount. On the expense side, county staff will see a 4 percent increase in compensation for full time budgeted salary employees which comes out to an estimated additional $2.3 million in expenditures. The price of health care will increase 4.7 percent for employees who receive it,
Major declines in funding include a 59 percent decrease for general government operations, a 56 percent decrease in surplus property sales and 15 percent for communications. which will raise expenses an additional $924,800 from last year. The spending plan also calls for adding 12 new positions, half full time and half part time, which will add $619,000 in expenses. Other notable increases include a 31 percent surge in the Dial-a-Ride program, including a program match to the grant funding, 28 percent for district beautification, 27 percent for payroll, and 20 percent for juvenile court. Major declines in funding include a 59 percent decrease for general government operations, a 56 percent decrease in surplus property sales and 15 percent for communications. Some of the largest line items include $46 million for the Sheriff’s Office, $10 million for Parks and Recreation, $6 million for Planning and Development, $6 million for the library system, $5 million for public facilities and $4 million for the Tax Commissioner’s Office. The proposed budget will be finalized and go back before the board on June 12. In July, the millage rate will be set, and the budget will be adopted in October.
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Family Promise hires new executive director By CONNER EVANS interns@appenmediagroup.com DUNWOODY, Ga. — Family Promise of North Fulton and Dekalb recently announced Andrea Brantley as its new executive director. Family Promise is a nonprofit organization that provides weekly accommodations for the homeless through partnerships with local churches and other congregations. Unlike many other organizations that separate boys from their mothers at age 12, Family Promise works to keep families together. Brantley previously worked as director of marketing and fund development for Center for Children and Young Adults in Marietta and was selected as Family Promise’s new director for her expertise in fundraising and special events. “We needed someone who didn’t want to do social services for the new executive director position,” Board
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Cumming Elementary nurse enjoys taking care of students By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — As a mother of three, Kathy Gregory has used her maternal skills at her job as the Cumming Elementary School nurse for the past year. She worked as a nurse at Northside Hospital and Gwinnett Medical Center before she heard of an opening with the school district and decided to take it. “I always wanted to be a school nurse,” she said. “The timing was never right because I had small kids. I met another mom at a softball game who told me she had a friend who just put in her notice. I ended up subbing through that.” After doing that for some time, she was interviewed to be a full-time nurse in the district, and was offered her spot at Cumming Elementary last year. While subbing, she worked with students across all grade levels, but she prefers elementary. She has three children who range in age from pre-kindergarten, to middle school to a high schooler, so she said she loves all kids. “I really love the little ones,” she said. “They’re so sweet. I love the little
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WellStar breaks ground on new Avalon Health Park By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Construction is underway on a new one-stop health center in Avalon. On June 4, WellStar Health System held a groundbreaking ceremony for the WellStar Avalon Health Park – a facility that will house both primary and specialty physician practices. Medical practices and departments will include cardiac diagnostics, OrthoSport Physical Therapy, urgent care, pediatrics, lab outreach services and OB/GYN. It will be located at 2450 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta. “WellStar is always seeking innovative ways to increase patient access to
world-class healthcare, and we have found our network of health parks to be very successful at doing just that,” said Joe Brywczynski, senior vice president of WellStar Health Parks Administration & Development. “We are thrilled to bring this innovative, one-stop shop for outpatient healthcare services to patients and families of Alpharetta as it will complement the variety of WellStar outpatient and inpatient services in the area, including WellStar North Fulton Hospital located just a few miles away.” The two-story, 40,000-square-foot facility is expected to see over 80,000 outpatient procedures and patient visits in the North Fulton area its first full year of operation. It is expected to create 5075 new jobs.
The total cost of the project is approximately $15 million, and its completion is scheduled for summer 2019. “WellStar North Fulton Hospital has been a fixture in this community for years,” said Jon-Paul Croom, WellStar senior vice president and president of WellStar North Fulton Hospital. “The opening of the WellStar Avalon Health Park creates a wonderful opportunity for patients and consumers to experience the high-quality care they have come to expect at the hospital in an outpatient setting.” WellStar is one of the largest health systems in Georgia and includes 240 medical office locations and 11 hospitals. A new mobile app makes connecting
information between these offices and hospitals easier for patients. “With WellStar Connect, our electronic medical record platform, a patient’s medical record follows them wherever they go across the system,” Croom said. “[It] is available to the patient online and on our mobile app.” The Avalon center is one of five WellStar Health Parks. Existing health parks are located in Acworth, East Cobb and Vinings, while construction is already underway for the Cherokee Health Park at Holly Springs. Combined, the health parks are estimated to treat over 564,000 patients in 2018. For information on WellStar, its services and projects, visit wellstar.org.
NEWBUSINESSSPOTLIGHTS Eye Care Solutions comes to Milton Milton welcomes Milton Athletic Club Business name: Eye Care Solutions Owner: Dr. Vishal Patel About: Eye Care Solutions is committed to providing high quality, personalized eye care in a friendly and professional manner. It aims to deliver all services and products with integrity, honesty and compassion. Opened: May 7, 2018 Address: 12630 Crabapple Road, Ste. E200, Milton, Ga. 30004 Phone: 678-909-9864 Website: www.eyecaresolutionsatl. com
TECH MIXER Thurs., June 7 • 5:30-7:30pm Jekyll Brewing Food, friends, connect, engage, live music & delicious brews!
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Business name: Milton Athletic Club Owner: Kyle and Cameron Barden About: Milton Athletic Club is a new, full service athletic club that is locally, family and veteran owned. It offers personal training, small group training, studio classes, youth programs, boot camps, strength and cardio machines, a pain management clinic, and more. Opened: April 14 Address: 980 Birmingham Road, Suite 811, Alpharetta, Ga. 30004 Phone: 678-395-7147 Website: www.miltonathleticclub. com
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SMART RECOVERY FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAGNOLIA BALL 2018
The Magnolia Ball will celebrate the wedding of President Theodore Roosevelt’s parents Mittie Bulloch and Theodore Roosevelt, which occurred at Roswell’s historic Bulloch Hall on December 22, 1853. Join for dinner, dancing, live music and a silent auction. Tickets are $150 per person. Join the fun on Saturday, June 9 from 7-11 p.m. at Cherokee Town Club, 155 West Paces Ferry Road, NW, Atlanta. For more information and tickets, visit roswellgov.com. Looking to get the word out about your event? Submit it to our online calendar at NorthFulton.com/Calendar.
EVENTS: ROSWELL LAVENDER FESTIVAL
What: A celebration of all things lavender and will feature the many varieties, uses and folk remedies associated with this ancient plant. Free admission. When: Saturday, June 9, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com
YOUTH FISHING DERBY
What: Bring your fishing gear, bait and other supplies for a morning of fishing in the pond. Prizes will be awarded. For children aged 4 to 12 years. Registration required. When: Saturday, June 9, 8 a.m. Where: Brookside Office Park Lake, 3625 Brookside Parkway, Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharetta.com
MOVIES AT NEWTOWN PARK
What: Free movie presented on a huge outdoor screen. Pre-show includes food trucks, an inflatable moonwalk, face painting and children’s activities. When: Saturday, June 9, 7 p.m. Where: 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov
JUNE SINGING OF THE SACRED HARP
What: The longest running tradition in Alpharetta, an informal network of people gather to sing from the Sacred Harp and other shape note books. The singers will hold a covered lunch afterward. When: Sunday, June 10, 9:30 a.m. Where: Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: atlantasacredharp.org
MRS. GEORGIA AMERICA PAGEANT
What: The Mrs. Georgia Pageant is the preliminary pageant to the Mrs. America Pageant. When: Sunday, June 10, 6-9:30 p.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: mrsgeorgiaamerica.com
A NOVEL IDEA
What: Five local authors will read excerpts from their crime novels. Meet Carole Townsend, Bobby Nash, Nicki Salcedo, Jeremy Logan/Brenda Sevcik, and Don Reichardt/Joyce Oscar. When: Sunday, June 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Alpha Soda, 11760 Haynes Bridge Road, Alpharetta
What: SMART Recovery Family and Friends uses science-based tools to provide support for those who are affected by the addictive behavior of someone close to them. When: Monday, June 11, 7-8 p.m. Where: DecisionPoint Wellness Center, 10700 State Bridge Road, Suite 6, Johns Creek More info: smartrecovery.org
BETTER TOGETHER
What: May’s speaker will be Shandra Agricola of Briggs & Associates. She will explain how the employment agency specializes in assisting those who need non-traditional support to find or maintain a job. When: Tuesday, June 12, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Milton City Hall, 2006 Heritage Walk, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN ALPHARETTA
What: Learn about the latest public projects, like the Alpha Loop, and what private developers are building around town. The Director of Community Development will be available. When: Wednesday, June 13, 6:30 p.m. Where: Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alphaertta More info: alpharetta.ga.us
FARMERS MARKETS, FOOD TRUCKS: ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY
What: Alpharetta’s weekly gathering returns with rotating food trucks and music each week. Six to eight food trucks from the Atlanta area will come out to help kick off the weekend early. When: Thursdays, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., through Oct. 11 Where: Old Roswell Street in Alpharetta’s historic district More info: awesomealpharetta.com
DRAKE HOUSE & DRAKE CLOSET FASHION SHOW
ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET
What: Bring in old personal and confidential documents for a proper onsite disposal. When: Saturday, June 9, 1-4 p.m. Where: Northeast Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org or 770-360-8820
What: Join the sixth annual SSPC Fashion Show and Networking Fundraiser for The Drake Closet, a boutique benefiting The Drake House. When: Tuesday, June 12, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Where: UPS World Headquarters, 55 Glenlake Parkway NE, Atlanta Cost: Tickets are $35 More info: thedrakehouse.org
CHARITY HORSE SHOW
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What: The Charity Horse Show benefits abused, neglected and abandoned horses. Vendors, spectators, sponsors and riders are invited. When: Sunday, June 10, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Wills Park Equestrian Center, 11915 Wills Road, Alpharetta More info: savethehorses.org
What: Enjoy a free 30-minute tour of the gardens and historic plants on the grounds of Barrington Hall. When: Every Monday, through Sept. 24, 9:30 a.m. Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com
What: The Alpharetta Farmers Market features fruits, vegetables, natural meats, fresh flowers and herbs, and a variety of home goods. When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., through October Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us
What: Don’t miss the opening day of the Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market. Mix and mingle with friends, shop for fresh items and enjoy talking to the vendors. When: Saturday, April 14, 8 a.m. – noon Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com
MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: SUMMER PUPPET SERIES: “THE WIZARD OF OZ”
What: The Frisch Marionettes have adapted this classic children’s novel into a musical featuring their expertly handcarved puppets and custom costumes. When: June 4-9, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $5 each. Summer passes available at $30. More info: roswellpuppets.com
CONCERT 4 A CAUSE
What: Listen to the music of the Tim Tyler Duo along with face painting, games and treats. Proceeds to go CanCare to improve the quality of life for cancer patients and their families. When: Saturday, June 9, 6 p.m. Where: Johns Creek Presbyterian Church, 10950 Bell Road, Johns Creek Cost: $25 for adults, $40 for couples, under 12 free More info: concert4acause.cancare.org
“THE BIRD DOGS 2018”
What: A celebration of Isaac Donald “Don” and Phillip “Phil” Everly’s music, starring the Zmedbrothers, Dylan and Zachary. When: Saturday, June 9, 3 and 8 p.m. Where: Cumming Playhouse 101 School St., Cumming More info: playhousecumming.com
DAVINA AND THE VAGABONDS
What: Davina and the Vagabonds are known for their high-energy live shows, level A musicianship, and Davina Sowers’ commanding stage presence. When: Saturday, June 9, 8-10 p.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $30. Season passes $75 More info: roswellpresents.com
SUMMER PUPPET SERIES: “THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS”
What: Enjoy a fast-paced musical based on the classic tale by Kenneth Grahame using Bunraku puppets. When: June 11-16. Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $5 each. Summer passes available at $30. More info: roswellpuppets.com
SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: MARGARET J. NOVOTNY
What: Margaret Novotny is a freelance photographer who loves to showcase nature at its best through vivid compositions that tell a story. When: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., June 1-Aug. 31 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: mjnovotny.photography
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Metcam: GA Manufacturer of the Year The Manufacturing Society is an extension of the Chamber that works closely with Forsyth County Schools, the University of North Georgia and Lanier Technical College, reinforcing the creation of new and innovative approaches to give students real-world manufacturing experiences.
At a luncheon held on April 12th, Gov. Nathan Deal named Metcam, located in Forsyth County, Ga., the winner of the 2018 Manufacturer of the Year award in the category of Small Manufacturer with fewer than 150 employees. “These three companies represent the best we have to offer for manufacturing in the state of Georgia,” Gov. Deal said in his keynote address to the audience of more than 1,200 business and industry leaders attending the celebration at the Georgia International Convention Center in College Park, Ga. “They are critical to the success of Georgia leading the nation as the best state in the U.S. for doing business for the past five years running.” “I am honored to be able to accept this award today on behalf of Metcam,” said Bruce Hagenau, president of Metcam and the former Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. “Every day, Metcam’s dedicated employees strive to achieve our mission of highest quality products delivered on time.” The Governor’s Manufacturing Awards were held in culmination of the 24th annual Manufacturing Appre-
Local resources have also been a contributor to Metcam’s success. They have forged a partnership with Georgia Quick Start and Lanier Technical College. “[These organizations] have provided over three thousand man hours of training to our staff in areas from print reading to communications to leadership to lean manufacturing,” commented Hagenau. ciation Week of Georgia. The three winning companies were nominated by business and civic leaders and chosen for their excellence and contributions to the state’s economy and their respective local communities. Metcam, a fabricator of sheet metal components and assemblies for OEMs, has been a long-time member of the Chamber of Commerce and a champion of The Manufacturing Society of Forsyth County.
Manufacturing is a growing and vital part of our national and regional economy. In his comments, Gov. Deal noted the tremendous contribution manufacturing makes to the state’s economic growth. According to the proclamation, nearly 9,738 manufacturing facilities are located in Georgia, providing 396,339 jobs and generating more than $23.1 billion in wages for Georgia’s citizens, and contributing more than $100 billion to the state’s economy each year.
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Healthiest County Six Times Running According to the 2018 County Health Rankings, Forsyth County has once again been named the healthiest county in Georgia. This is the sixth consecutive year that Forsyth County was awarded the top spot!
of the contributors for this include Forsyth County’s low unemployment rate (3.5%), high graduation rate (94.4%) and high access to exercise opportunities like the Big Creek Greenway, Sawnee Mountain and excellent parks and recreation facilities.
The County Health Ranking list is an annual study organized by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute. The rankings are based on a model of population health that emphasizes the many factors that can help make communities healthier places, such as length of life and health behaviors.
These resources play an integral part in the Chamber’s economic development efforts.
Forsyth County ranked first in the state for health outcomes, quality of life and health behaviors. Some
“I think people view the overall health and well-being of the community as kind of a canary in the coal mine,” commented James McCoy, President/CEO of the Chamber of Commerce. “It tells those companies what values the community places and what access the community has to all the things that lead a healthy and active lifestyle.”
“It’s exciting to think that we’re continuing to lead the state in health rankings,” remarked Lynn Jackson, administrator of Northside Hospital Forsyth. “I think we still have a significant gap that we are really working on in terms of our community’s infrastructure for mental health and awareness around drug use and abuse,” she said. “Those may go hand-in-hand with some of our mental health resources, so those probably work collaboratively.”
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The gorgeous kitchen How did this happen! I bought this house in the 1980’s or 1990’s because it had a desk in the kitchen, two level breakfast bar with Corian counters, garbage compactor, soffits above the cabinets and it was completely separated from the den. What’s changed? North Atlanta came of age in the 80’s and 90’s; thousands of homes were built with all the above features, so if this sounds like your kitchen, you’re not alone. But now it’s time for you to join the North Atlanta Renovation Evolution. Your home has doubled in value and you now live in arguably the most desirable Atlanta suburb with the best schools. Homeowners are joining this Renovation Evolution and further increasing the value of their homes. The kitchen is starting point for this
Evolution. The kitchen is no longer just the place for food preparation; it’s now the social and lifestyle hub of the family and the kitchen has adapted to suite its present function. Style has never been more important within the kitchen but the features and configuration have changed. Here’s what’s changed in the 2018 kitchen. Openness is The Standard. “Removing the kitchen/den wall is included in over 80% of kitchen remodels”, comments John Hogan, owner of Remodeling Expo Center in Roswell. The kitchen is the family hub and it just can’t be separated from the family room. “Connectivity” is the new design theme in kitchen design. The common formula is to add the new large is-
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Continued from Page 14 land exactly where the wall was removed. Single Level Islands/Peninsulas. A single level island or peninsula dramatically increases its functionality. The island has turned into a multi-functional surface; eating area, buffet for entertaining, homework area, etc. Plus, with advent of gorgeous countertops, a single level emphasizes the beautiful characteristics better. Quartz or Granite. These are the absolute standards. Don’t consider anything but these options. Whether for style, aesthetics, function or durability; an updated kitchen must have granite or quartz. Stay away from complicated edges, like ogee, and keep is simple. Cooktop On the Wall. “We’re moving the cooktop to a wall location and creating magnificent tile focal points on many of our kitchens” says Remodeling Expo Center’s, John Hogan. “Moving the cooktop to the wall or moving the microwave from above the cooktop, each of these design strategies yields gorgeous kitchens. Smart Storage. Sometimes enlarging the kitchen isn’t possible, or sometimes as a component of expanding the kitchen, smart storage options is always a component of the remodel. Spice racks, Keurig inserts, roll-out drawers and hidden appliance options are all surprisingly common features of 2018 kitchens. Lighting. More light sources create less shadows and more comfortable ambient lighting feel. Remodeling Expo Center emphasizes the use of clear light, LED technology which reflects off counters and backsplash and contributes to truly gorgeous kitchens. The Total Kitchen. Bringing all of these elements together is what makes truly gorgeous kitchens and they don’t need to be ultra expensive; they just need to be well planned. The more time you spend on planning, the better the kitchen will turn out. John Hogan is the co-owner of Remodeling Expo Center (404-910-3969) which covers all of north Atlanta. The company specializes in helping homeowners visualize kitchen transformations using 3D renderings and personalized service. They have an extensive Design Center at 48 King Street in Roswell which is open to the public.
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Make your home a safe haven By Scott McGillivray (NAPSI)—We think of our homes as our haven from the world. In it, we house the people and things that we treasure most. In time, we might also undertake to expand or modify our homes to better suit our needs through different life
stages. Perhaps a previous owner has done the same. Remodeling a house can provide significant advantages and serve as an opportunity to make things better, especially if your home is getting on in years. It’s also a good time to identify
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Haven: Continued from Page 16 potential problems in order to ensure safety, comfort and performance. Here are five things to consider when remodeling: What’s behind the walls? Do you know what type of insulation exists or its current condition? It’s worthwhile to find out. Some older homes contain outdated materials that could be harmful. In basements and bathrooms, in attics and in areas where there’s been some moisture penetration, it’s not uncommon to discover moldy fiberglass or other insulating materials that should be removed. This can compromise air quality and be the source of potential health issues. When upgrading, opt for an insulation with an inorganic composition. Professional builders often favor a stone wool product such as Rockwool Comfortbatt or Safe ‘n’ Sound because it resists moisture, adds fire protection and is an excellent sound-absorbing material. Consider a professional home inspection. The goal is to help identify any potential hazards within your home. These can take many forms. Think knob-and-tube wiring, overloaded panels or cracked foundations. Lead paint. Older houses (pre-1978)
REAL ESTATE REPORT • Sponsored Section may have base coats of lead paint beneath the newer ones. Lead can cause harmful effects if ingested or inhaled as dust. Be careful to avoid raising dust if scraping or sanding old walls or molding. Test for (and seal) exposed areas of lead paint. Educate yourself about air quality. Radon is a particular concern. It’s a radioactive gas that naturally accumulates in some houses--and the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. Use a radon long-term detector to measure the level of radon in your home to determine if you need to reduce it. Pay close attention to combustion appliances. If not properly maintained or vented to the outside, combustion appliances, including your furnace, gas stove or water heater, can release pollutants such as carbon monoxide--a colorless and odorless gas. Ensure appliances are well maintained and inspected at least once a year. Install carbon monoxide detectors. There’s no place like home, so doing all that you can to ensure that it’s a safe, healthy and comfortable place will give you the peace of mind necessary to enjoy it to its fullest. Scott McGillivray is the host of the hit HGTV series “Income Property” and “Moving the McGillivrays,” a full-time real estate investor, contractor, author and educator.
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Another championship year for local schools Local teams capture 19 state titles, 25 individual championships By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON/FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The 2017-18 GHSA athletics season marked another remarkable year for local athletics and ensured North Fulton and Forsyth County retain their status as a state hotbed for athletics. During the year, 19 local teams won state championships and 12 finished as state runner up. In addition, 25 athletes won individual state titles in wrestling, track and field and swim and dive. The titles continue an impressive streak for the area. A North Fulton school has won a state championship in at least one sport every year since 1995. Forsyth County has earned at least one state title since 2011. With the wide range of spring sports ending in May, it is no surprise that the month saw an influx of state titles to the area. Over half of the area’s team state championships were captured last month.
In soccer, six local teams earned berths in the state championships, with the Alpharetta girls and Chattahoochee and Lambert boys winning titles in their respective classifications. Lambert downed crosstown rivals South Forsyth in 7A finals, and Chattahoochee beat fellow North Fulton team Cambridge in the 6A title game. This year marks the most state soccer titles won by North Fulton and Forsyth County teams. Previously, only the 2012 Lambert boys and Milton girls had won titles in the same year. Just a week after the soccer finals, five local teams battled for lacrosse state titles. Blessed Trinity earned the Class A-5A sweep with their boys and girls crowned state champs. For the girls, it was their third straight and the boys’ first in program history. Lambert met Lassiter for the third straight year in the Class 6A/7A boys finals. Lambert completed its undefeated (22-0) season to capture the title, their
fourth since 2011. The Milton girls continued their dominance over the entire state, winning their 12th state championship in 14 years. Since the GHSA recognized lacrosse as a state championship sport in 2005, local teams have won 24 state titles. Also in May, Johns Creek area schools continued their dominance in golf. The Johns Creek boys team captured its third straight state championship on May 22. The Northview and Johns Creek girls finished as state champion and runnerup for the second straight year, with the 2018 title going to the Titans. While the Johns Creek boys continued their run of titles, Lambert girls golf saw its impressive streak come to an end. The Longhorns fell short of their sixth-straight state title this year, placing third in Class 7A. For the second consecutive year, a Forsyth County boys tennis team lifted
a state title trophy with South Forsyth winning its program’s first championship. The Johns Creek boys and Northview girls also won 6A titles. In all, 13 local tennis teams made berths in the quarterfinals. In track and field, the Alpharetta boys fell just short of giving North Fulton its first team state championship since Roswell’s in 1961. However, 11 individual state championships were won from athletes representing Milton, North Forsyth, West Forsyth, Roswell, Alpharetta, Centennial, Johns Creek and Mount Pisgah. Kai Williams of Mount Pisgah captured three titles in the 100 and 200-meters and long jump. In other spring sports, local schools were denied baseball state championship rings but Alpharetta and Blessed Trinity reached the semifinals. Despite five teams earning football state championship berths in 2015 and 2016, North Fulton teams went without a state title. That losing streak came to an end this season with Blessed Trinity winning its program’s first championship over
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Forsyth County’s 2018 valedictorians This is the first part of a series of interviews with the Forsyth County valedictorians. Check back in next week’s paper for more profiles.
Valedictorians set sights on college FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Among the high school students in Forsyth County sit the best of their classes — the valedictorians. These students worked hard to earn the title and are bound to be destined for great things. Now, they enter the next stage in life with college on the horizon, but not before they give a final sendoff to their best high school memories. The Forsyth Herald interviewed the whiz kids and will feature them in multiple parts. This first installment includes South Forsyth High School, Forsyth Virtual Academy and the boys and girls valedictorians from Pinecrest Academy.
South Forsyth High School Name: Aditya Bhave College and intended major/minor: I will be attending Johns Hopkins University this fall. My anBhave ticipated major is public health and I wish to pursue a career in medicine.
What after-school activities were you involved in? I was heavily involved in the MDJunior club and led it as its co-president, and I was an officer in the National Honor Society. I also founded an Optimist International chapter at my school as well, helping to encourage youth to be more active in the community. What do you plan to do this summer before college? I plan to have as much fun as possible this summer before I hit the books for the next four years at college. What motivated you to work hard in high school? I try to be self-motivated as I can towards completing my work and achieving my goals. I have had to use time management effectively in order to get my work done while still reserving time to have fun. What does it mean to you to be the valedictorian for your school? Being valedictorian has always been a goal of mine ever since I was young. It is an incredibly fulfilling thing to be able to leave a legacy at my high school. This is my biggest achievement and it feels great to have all of my work finally pay off. What is your favorite high school memory? My favorite high school memory was Senior Prom. I had so much fun with my date, my friends and with my family. It was definitely a night to remember. Did any of your teachers have a big impact on you? Who and how? All of my teachers have had their own different impact on me and have helped me grow as an individual. I really enjoyed AP Seminar during my junior year with Ms. Angela Satterfield. She really
opened my eyes to the world of research and analysis and really changed the way I saw the world. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? In 10 years, I see myself as an internal medicine resident fresh out of medical school. What is your dream job? My dream job is to become a cardiologist and possibly open my own private practice someday.
Pinecrest Academy Name: Regina Metz College and intended major/minor: University of Georgia with an undecided major and a minor in METZ Spanish. What after-school activities were you involved in? All four years I played basketball and soccer, serving as captain of both my senior year, and was a team leader for a service-based, Catholic girls club. What do you plan to do this summer before college? Before going to college, I am taking a gap year to do mission work through Regnum Christi Mission Corps. This summer, I am going to finish fundraising and participate in the month-long training course for the program. What motivated you to work hard in high school? I believe God gives everyone certain talents and we should all strive to develop and use those talents to the fullest. That and my classmates who worked in-
credibly hard motivated me to work hard every day, not only in my studies but in sports and leadership positions as well. What does it mean to you to be the valedictorian for your school? It is incredibly fulfilling to be valedictorian because not everyone has the chance to see their hard work pay off, but I did. I am also happy that the many people who believed in me and supported me through high school, and were integral to my success, got to see their efforts pay off as well. What is your favorite high school memory? Our school has a tradition that the senior class takes a trip to Nicaragua to serve a poor town outside of Managua. We played with children, visited prisoners, did manual labor and much more. That whole trip was my favorite memory of Pinecrest because I got to spend a week in another country serving with my friends. It was a super fun and fulfilling experience that I will never forget. Did any of your teachers have a big impact on you? Who and how? Señora Trevino taught me Spanish for two years and motivated me to minor in Spanish in college. She is also one of the most thoughtful people I know and inspires me to try to be kind to everyone I meet. My history teacher Mr. Boaz was also very impactful in my life. He taught me for two years and was my basketball coach for four, and his passion for life inspires me to take chances and live in the moment. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I honestly have no idea, but I hope to have a job that I love and be a mom
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by then. I do know that I will be living in the South because I cannot stand cold weather. What is your dream job? While I do not know what career I want to have, I know that I want a job serving our veterans, most likely in the legal or medical field. I love this country, and having a job helping the people who give everything to protect it is a job I would love waking up for every day. Name: Michael Trainor College and intended major/minor: I will be attending the Georgia Institute of Technology in the fall and majoring in chemical and biomolecular engineering. TRAINOR What after-school activities were you involved in? I competed in Mock Trial, varsity soccer and golf. I was a member of the Pinecrest Band and Compliments Club. What do you plan to do this summer before college?
Championship: Continued from Page 19 region rivals Marist. It was the first locally won title since Chattahoochee’s in 2010 and just the fifth for all local programs. Like the football team, the Blessed Trinity girls swim and dive team captured their first state title in 2018. The
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I plan to spend the summer with friends and family. We will be hosting an exchange student from Milan and then touring Italy with his family. What motivated you to work hard in high school? I was motivated to succeed because I wanted to be able to make the most of the natural intelligence I was given. I wanted to be able to apply and utilize my skills to hopefully one day make a difference. What does it mean to you to be the valedictorian for your school? It is an honor for sure. It is a great achievement for all of my hard work in high school and it gives me the motivation to keep it up in college. What is your favorite high school memory? My favorite high school memory is all the fun we had on the band trips over the years, especially performing in many concert halls. Did any of your teachers have a big impact on you? Who and how? All my teachers had an influence on me, but the most influential were coach Kane who helped me learn how to analyze the world around me, Mr. Cha who helped me see what math could really be, and Dr.Morris who made chemistry so interesting for me that I am now looking to further my education in chemical
engineering. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? In 10 years, I hope to be working for an organization where I can make a difference. What is your dream job? My dream job would be to become the ambassador to Barbados helping the people on the island, while enjoying the beautiful beaches. That would be a win/ win for sure.
Lambert girls and both Johns Creek teams placed as state runner-up. Milton captured its first cheerleading state title over the winter, securing the co-ed championship. After winning six championships from 1997-2003, South Forsyth rose to the top of the state podium again this year for their seventh title. West Forsyth captured its second straight gymnastics state championships on April 20.
Cambridge won the first local titles of the 2017-18 season, sweeping the Class 6A cross country championships. Milton’s boys team also earned the top spot of the podium in Class 7A. It was the first state championship for all three programs. In volleyball, Blessed Trinity and Alpharetta earned berths in the state finals, but each team fell, ending North Fulton’s streak of consecutive titles since 2010.
Forsyth Virtual Academy Name: Cassidy Brooke Davis College and intended major/minor: I will be attending Lanier Technical ColDAVIS lege’s radiologic technology program starting this fall. What after-school activities were you involved in? I was a gymnast as well as a science ambassador. I also participated in a lot of volunteer work. What do you plan to do this summer before college? I plan to spend a lot of time with friends and family and enjoying this
short break before I go back to school. What motivated you to work hard in high school? I was always very self-motivated and I wanted to do the most just for myself. That was a big reason I chose to be a part of the Virtual Academy. I felt that I was able to get more done without distractions I found in the classroom. What does it mean to you to be the valedictorian for your school? This is very meaningful to me. It’s such a special feeling for all of my work to pay off. What is your favorite high school memory? My favorite memory was finding out I was valedictorian. It was such an exciting moment. Did any of your teachers have a big impact on you? Who and how? Ms. Donna Governor had a huge impact on me and the rest of my education. She really founded my love for science. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I see myself loving my job and spending a lot of time traveling and with family. What is your dream job? I would love to be a physician assistant. I am still considering going for that degree after I get my degree in radiologic technology.
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