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For the love of horses Local farm owner, Laura Bentley asks for a heads up if her neighbors are setting off fireworks, especially near July 4, as her horses could become terrified and dangerous very quickly.

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Apartment fire on Deerfield

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Milton Coalition on Ebenezer zoning Promotes positive land-use solutions ►►PAGE 8

Alpharetta pushes back on developer Creator of Pure Taqueria faces challenge ►►PAGE 10

NF fish monger caters to fish lovers Kathleen’s Catch serves Milton, Johns Creek ►►PAGE 19

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ROSWELL, Ga. — A 20-year-old local man was injured June 21 in a drive-by shooting at the Old Holcomb Bridge Road and Holcomb Ferry Road intersection. Three men were arrested the next day.

The victim was standing outside of an apartment complex at 5:30 p.m. when a red Ford Mustang drove past and opened fire. A shooter inside the car fired several rounds from a handgun at the victim. Two of the bullets hit their mark, but authorities say the wounds are not life-threatening.

“It was very fortunate that no one else was hurt,” said Roswell Police Department Public Information Officer Lisa Holland. “[The shooting] was in the vicinity of the neighborhood pool, so there were a lot of families and kids in the area. It’s always very busy.”

“The victim and suspects all knew each other, and the shooting stemmed from an argument,” Holland added.

Less than 24 hours later, Derrick Thompson, 23, Christopher Strong, 19, and a teenager, 17, all from Roswell, were arrested in connection with the shooting. They were all booked for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

The extent of the charges filed against them has not been released at this time. Despite his injuries, the victim was still conscious and alert when he was transported to the hospital June 21, said Holland. Return to northfulton.com for updates.

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was arrested June 10 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Philip Marcel Adair, 29, of Brookhollow Trace, Johns Creek, was arrested June 14 on Kimball Bridge Road in Alpharetta for DUI and duty upon striking a fixed object.

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A man reported a swindle June 7 when a former roommate attempted to lease a residence that he had no authority over. On June 6, a man responded to an Air BNB listing online by a “Quenten Moses” to rent a property. The victim paid the $1,200 cash deposit, but found the interaction suspicious when the receipt came back from “Q consulting,” and he could not find any trace of Moses online.

Johns Creek police accompanied the victim to the property June 7 and found that a man had already been living in the unit for many years.

The property owner did not know about any lease agreement, but he was familiar with Moses, who had stayed with him for a few days. The key to the property had gone missing in May after Moses left.

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ROSWELL, Ga. — A former Fulton County School Board member and his wife were hit by a car Thursday, June 16 after walking home from Alive in Roswell.

Ron and Liz Jackson were crossing Magnolia Street with the right-of-way, when a Lincoln Navigator made a left turn toward them and collided with the couple. Ron, according to his Facebook page, sprained his left ankle and “left a bunch of skin on Magnolia Street” but is otherwise fine. His wife, however, sustained more serious injury.

Liz broke two bones in her left arm and wrist when she was knocked down. She was rushed to surgery that night and received eight staples to close up a wound on the back of her head.

Ron posted Sunday that her Orthopedic Surgeon is “very pleased with the progress of the healing of her arm incision and repair.” He is calling his own healing sprain a “Prince tribute” in reference to it’s a “lovely shade of purple.”

Roswell police are currently investigating the incident and will not say if there have been any arrests.

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By Samir Virai, M.D. Fireworks is one of the rich traditions of celebrating the 4th of July and our nation’s independence. However, fireworks can create a safety hazard for your body and your eyes. According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission report, fireworks cause over 10,000 injuries in the US requiring treatment in emergency rooms. About 1300 Samir Vira, M.D. eye injuries occurred due to fireworks Cataract & Refractive in 2014. These injuries are suffered Surgeon by adults and children; furthermore, not only fireworks operators but also bystanders are vulnerable to such injuries. Injuries suffered can be severe and range from corneal abrasions and contusions to thermal and chemical burns, lacerations, and rupture of the globe. These can lead to permanent vision loss and blindness.

So what can you do to prevent such damage to your eyes? The safest practice is to avoid buying and operating fireworks yourselves; instead, attend an authorized public display of fireworks and let the licensed professionals handle the fireworks. Keep in mind to follow the appropriate signs at such events to maintain a safe distance from the fireworks. If you decide to purchase and operate your own fireworks, you should always wear protective eyewear. Children should never play with fireworks of any type.

If an eye injury occurs, you should seek medical attention at your nearest emergency room immediately. You should avoid rubbing your eye, applying pressure to the eye, removing any objects, or even rinsing the eye out. Do not apply any drops or ointments and do not stop for any pain medications. The most important point to remember is to seek medical attention right away.

So be sure to enjoy your 4th of July celebrations safely this year!

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MILTON, Ga. – An apartment fire early Sunday morning at Camden Apartments on Deerfield Parkway severely damaged three end units, but no injuries were reported, and prompt response by local fire units prevented the spread of the blaze.

Camden resident Joanna Leung said she woke up about 12:30 a.m. June 26, to the fire alarm going off. She quickly got outside and stood in the parking lot with other residents when Milton and Alpharetta fire units began to arrive on the scene.

“All three floors were burning, and we watched as the balconies just collapsed,” Leung said. “I was relieved when the [fire] trucks came.”

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from a barbecue grill left unattended, Stephens said he could not say until the investigation was completed. He could only say that the fire appeared to have started on the exterior of the building on the middle floor.

Three Milton engines and two ladder trucks responded plus to units from Alpharetta as part of the cities’ mutual response agreement. Two pets were found and rescued. They appeared healthy after firefighters gave them oxygen, Stephens said.

“It appears three units received fire damage and three more had smoke or water damage,” Stephens said. “The fire started at 12:30 a.m. on Sunday morning.”

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Laura Bentley’s horse, Scooter, wasn’t raised around sounds like fireworks, so he will be given a tranquilizer on July 4.

MILTON, Ga. — The Fourth of July is upon us, which means soon we’ll be celebrating our nation’s independence with cookouts, patriotism and fireworks. But for some local farm owners, that last part could cause quite a problem.

Laura Bentley has lived on her farm in Milton for 10 years. Currently, she has two horses, Armani and Scooter that she rides and keeps in a barn in her backyard.

Most of the horses’ time is spent in a nearby pasture during the day, except in the summer when they go out at night to beat the heat.

However, when the end of June comes around, Bentley said that’s when she starts to have a problem. A lot of Americans like to celebrate July 4th for a week leading up to the holiday, especially this year as it falls on a Monday.

This means a week of constant worry that her horses may get agitated, worried or scared and could escape, hurt themselves or others.

But she isn’t trying to stomp on anyone’s fun, she just would like a heads up. And for communities like

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“My whole thing is if you live close to a farm and you’re going to do bottle rockets or anything else, just let you neighbor know,” Bentley said. “We will thank you and bring our horses in.”

Without advance notice, Bentley said, it is often too late to help the horses if they are out in the fields. Once fireworks start going off, the horses can become frantic, and their owners can’t even get a halter on them to bring them back into the barn. She said horses can’t see in the dark and will sometimes run through the fence lines.

“There’s no way you can catch them or get them in,” she said.

It’s why Bentley said this holiday isn’t exactly her favorite. One of her horses will have to be tranquilized the night of July 4 because he can’t handle it as he wasn’t raised around noises like bottle rockets. The other horse will get golf ball-sized ear plugs, and Bentley said she will be keeping the barn fans and radio on to stifle some of the noise.

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crazy things,” Bentley said.

She equated the horses’ fear to that of household pets like dogs and cats that freak out because they don’t understand the fireworks. Horses react on a much larger and more dangerous level.

“They’re just trying to escape the issue and they run,” she said. “But they’re 1,200 pound animals.”

And now that fireworks in Georgia are legal and more readily available,

Bentley has to worry not only about large neighborhood or park shows, but homeowners having their own parties.

“I am as patriotic as the next person,” she said. “This has nothing to do with celebrating the birth of our country. If it was just one day, it’d be manageable. But it’s a week now of randomness.”

All she asks is a little heads up.

“I’m happy to accommodate,” Bentley said. “Just let me know.”

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — North American Properties and Zagster, a bike sharing program, have launched a new bike sharing station at Avalon.

The station, which is located in its Central Deck, connects with three existing stations located along Alpharetta’s Big Creek Greenway at North Point, Rock Mill Park and the Alpharetta YMCA. Cruiser bikes will be available for guests to use for on-demand, local trips. Every bike includes a basket, automatic lights, a bell and full reflectors for rider safety and comfort.

“We constantly look for ways to bring unique experiences and connect with the Alpharetta community,” said Liz Gillespie, vice president of marketing at NAP. “Offering the community the opportunity to travel to, from and around Avalon via bike is just another way we to celebrate wellness, leisure and – of course – fun.”

Available bikes can be found via the free Zagster Mobile App or online at zagster.com. Each bike has a unique number, which riders enter into the app to obtain a single-use

code to open the lockbox on the back of the bike. The key inside allows the bike to be locked and unlocked throughout a ride. After the rider returns the bike to a designated bike station, the rental ends and the bike is available for the next person to enjoy.

All trips under three hours are free. There is a $3 cost for each additional hour. Biking enthusiasts can also purchase an annual pass for $20, cutting the cost to $2 for each additional hour.

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OPINION

Seeing red, white and blue Out of all the fun holidays we celebrate throughout the year, I have to admit my favorite is the Fourth of July.

For the past seven years I have woke up before KATHLEEN STURGEON the crack of dawn while most people Editor kathleen@appenmediagroup.com are sleeping in on their day off. I sweat through my shirt, climb Heartbreak Hill and feel slightly claustrophobic as I’m surrounded by more than 70,000 people walking, running and wheeling.

I’m talking about the world’s largest 10K, the Peachtree Road Race.

This year will be my eighth time “competing,” aka doing my best to not pass out in the Atlanta heat, in one of the best traditions in Atlanta.

Atlanta’s Peachtree Road Race is a beloved Fourth of July tradition. This is the 46th year of the 10K. Roughly 70,000 people sign up in March, hoping to earn a race number through a lottery selection system. After all is said and done, the contestants line up in Buckhead before the sun is barely above the horizon and walk or run to Piedmont Park, where a celebration takes place and where you get that all-important trophy, the official Peachtree Road Race T-shirt.

Every year I am amazed at the patriotic party that takes place in the heart of the city. Runners are decked out in

red, white and blue, some wearing tutus, speedos and even military fatigues.

My eyes even start to sweat a little, OK I mean tear up, when I see how proud everyone is to be an American.

It truly is a 6.2 mile -- plus some more give or take on the walk to the starting line and the walk back to MARTA -- celebration.

And with all the recent tragedies happening around our nation and the world, don’t we all need a break to just be happy?

In the news business, and also for the news watchers and readers, we are constantly bombarded with negativity. I’ve been told more than once “If it bleeds, it leads.” Sometimes I have to talk to domestic violence survivors, friends and family of recently deceased individuals and write about hate crimes happening in our community.

There are constant fights about Democrats, Republicans, gay, straight, Christian, Muslim, guns.

The hate and arguments seem to never end.

But for one day a year, we usually put all of the pessimism aside and celebrate something we all have in common – being Americans. This is probably why July 4 is my favorite day of the year. We forget our differences and instead celebrate our nation’s birthday.

So this year I’ll be celebrating my country’s independence by wearing the most patriotic outfit I can find, walking the Peachtree Road Race and loving my fellow Americans.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR:

Uniting the community with positive land-use solutions Last week, Milton’s City Council denied rezoning of 745 Ebenezer Road which would have allowed cluster housing in one of the last truly rural areas of Milton. This action came after an initial approval on April 25th that was subsequently vetoed by the mayor. Denial also came after over 1,750 citizens, in less than four weeks, signed a Milton Coalition petition opposing key elements of the plan, including quarter-acre lots and community septic.

The reality is that Milton citizens are increasingly engaged on landuse issues. And increasingly, citizens are displeased with the city’s lack of progress in maintaining Milton’s rural character.

For nearly two years, the city has obsessed over a single, controversial, developer-promoted solution for preserving land: conservation subdivisions. The first chapter was the drafting of a Conservation Subdivision Ordinance, which was denied by council last December, after strong citizen protest. The rezoning of 745 Ebenezer was the next chapter and an attempt to implement a conservation subdivision through rezoning and variances.

Again, citizens protested (even more strongly) and the rezoning was defeated. Hopefully, the city will bow to

the will of constituents and close the book on conservation subdivisions.

The tragedy in this saga over conservation is that the city has neglected other conservation solutions that citizens can actually rally behind.

This includes toughening Milton’s tree ordinance, reforming Milton’s zoning process to make it more citizen-centric, and strengthening Milton’s current zoning laws. In fact, the Milton Coalition recently proposed changes to Milton’s Tree Ordinance after a comparison to other cities. These recommendations have been embraced by staff and hopefully will soon be presented to council.

The Milton Coalition is also tracking a new rezoning on Donegal Lane, which we oppose, to document issues in our zoning process, with the goal of effecting positive changes in Milton’s zoning process.

Lastly, the Milton Coalition supports improvements in current AG-1 zoning, including incorporating the best ideas from the CSO. Rather than further battle over contentious landuse solutions, our City Council should focus on uniting the community through conservation initiatives that all citizens can embrace.

Tim Becker Milton Coalition

FOR THE ARTS

Arts Alpharetta spreading the word about art Recently, there was a bond referendum in Alpharetta on funds for infrastructure improvements, as well as for parks and rec facilities and activities.

Thanks to many of you, it overwhelmingly passed. Part of the funding for parks and rec is slated for converting the old library on Mayfield into a cutting MICHAEL BUCHANAN Art in Alpharetta edge, dynamic arts center.

You may have driven by at night and seen the colorful lights, or perhaps during the day you’ve noticed the trees wrapped with vibrant knitted scarves, afghans and lengths of yarn (the latter is called ‘yarn bombing’).

Hopefully, these changes bring a smile and emerging awareness of the coming transformation for the library.

Many citizens have welcomed the idea of an Alpharetta arts center where people can see firsthand

the work of nationally recognized artists alongside the creations of local residents.

Studios where you can learn to paint, throw a clay pot, construct a poem or edit a movie are only a few of the opportunities for you at the new center. The arts center will be a place dedicated to finding the inherent creativity within each of us.

And the best part is that everyone in our city will be encouraged to participate.

But perhaps some of you are asking, “Why does the art center matter? What does it really do for our city?”

Well, there is enormous advantage in having a community that embraces the arts. On a personal level, studies show that engaging in a creative activity reduces stress. Who couldn’t use that?

For our kids, schools with an emphasis on the arts have better school climates. On a larger scale, for every dollar spent by communities on the arts generates a minimum 5-to-1 return in tax revenue. Also, artsminded cities attract new residents with desirable and diverse talents.

All that sounds good to me.

I am part of the citizen group Arts Alpharetta. We have actively pursued a new Alpharetta that seeks to explore the creativity of its residents.

Exposure to all the arts center will offer is a vital part of this pursuit, but there will be much more.

This bi-monthly column will be devoted to sharing with you exciting developments and activities both at the future arts center, as well as elsewhere around our city.

And hopefully the words you read here will foster a greater appreciation for what the arts can do for our collective heart.

See other arts happenings in our city by following us online at ArtsAlpharetta.org and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups.artsalpharetta.

Those of us with Arts Alpharetta welcome your input, ideas and questions as we move forward with our new and artistic city.

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The struggles of the small-time developer Chris Sedgwick has plans for Alpharetta Faces design challenge from city

By MILES GARRETT news@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — When local restaurant guru Chris Sedgwick came up with the concept of Pure Taqueria, it took him four years to get the idea passed by the city.

Now Sedgwick is trying a new idea.

He calls it his “Strip of Bacon.� A string of shipping containers that would work as small restaurants and bars alongside the hill going south down Roswell Street. These containers, a concept that chains like Starbucks are beginning to adopt, would occupy a mere 8 ft. by 20 in. space and would fold shut when closed. “It’s something I wanted to do for a long time,� he said. “Architecture is like art, I don’t want to go live in a place where everything is the same.�

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issue of precedent that Alpharetta has set according to Sedgwick. “The city gets worried about precedent, what I’m talking about is impact,� he said.

The precedent issue is one that Sedgwick pointed out as other towns in suburban Atlanta have begun to alter their own looks. One example is Marietta — a city with a strong tradition of building design that is beginning to throw in new designs, like Delia’s Chicken Sausage Stand, an alternative-looking restaurant downtown. “The mayor of Alpharetta thinks that’s too urban,� he said. “I think that’s exactly the kind of development we need in Alpharetta. I’ve been fighting the battle for a while.�

Sedgwick, president of the Sedgwick Restaurant Group, which includes Bistro VG, Aspen’s Steak House, Theo’s Bakery, Vinny’s on Windward and Pure, was the mind behind the Union Restaurant and MADE Kitchen in Alpharetta.

Pure was a process to build according to Sedgwick based on restrictions and concerns from the city at the time.

This is potential design of what Sedgwick’s “Strip of Bacon� would look like on Roswell Street. “When I built Pure 11 years ago, it was a battle,� he said. “It took me four years to go ahead and put that restaurant on that site.�

The restrictions that the city places often hindered Sedgwick’s ability to create new developments. “The city used to measure ‘as the crow flies,’� he said. “Three hundred

feet is ‘as the crow flies,’ it’s a very stringent measurement to residentially occupy property. So anytime I develop something over here you always think ‘how do I manage to get around the city, what’s the temperament of the city?’�

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Continued from Page 10 The strict methods of measurement for local businesses has paved the way for bigger developers to swoop in and build construction that fits the city’s mold rather than a small-time developer’s mold Sedgwick said.

“You talk about development in a small city like this, it’s interesting how something comes to fruition,” he said.

“A big project like Avalon — the city really gets behind something like that and spurs it on. Big developers have development teams.”

Sedgwick added that the type of complex created by the big developers at Avalon is one that does not necessarily appease everyone, and one that can be improved with a more diverse surrounding.

“It looks a little contrived, kind of like Disney World to me,” he said of Avalon. “It’s not ‘real’ in some ways, it’s not like one in New York. If you go to New York, you’ve got certain areas that are different — for me it’s lacking in salt.”

This “salt” that Sedgwick mentions pertains to salt-and-pepper architecture. This means an inclusion of designs that don’t necessarily fit a

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particular town’s mold, “At some point Alpharetta needs to have what I call salt-and-pepper architecture,” he said.

“This means you want ‘some of this’ but not ‘all of this.’”

Sedgwick related this concept to what he did with Pure in 2005, “Little restaurant, big impact,” he said. “It didn’t need to be master planned.”

As far as the city’s decision to not move forward with Sedgwick’s “Strip of Bacon” idea, Kathi Cook — Alpharetta Community Development director, said that it had to do with the city’s Master Plan.

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Cook added, “Cargo boxes would be allowed if a variance was granted by the Council, he decided not to pursue that route.”

While Sedgwick is no longer pursuing his plan on Roswell Street, he hopes to place his cargo-box idea in another location in the future.

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Red Cross urges blood donations for summer supply NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The American Red Cross is urging eligible donors to give blood in July to help ensure sufficient blood supply for patients.

Blood donations often decline in the summer months, especially around summer holidays when donors are less available to give.

The need for blood doesn’t decrease though – every two seconds, someone in the U.S. requires blood or platelets.

A recent survey of Red Cross donors showed that nearly half knew someone who needed blood.

“Donating blood helps save lives and can affect people you know and work alongside every day,” said Scott Nethery, whose 7-year-old daughter Audrey requires frequent transfusions. “I am so appreciative of the individuals whose blood is within my daughter at this very moment. Without blood, my little angel would not be with us today.”

To encourage more people to donate around Independence Day, all those who come out to donate blood July 1-5 will receive a limited-edition Red Cross lunch cooler, while supplies last.

All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger must meet certain height and weight requirements.

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Little Helpers and MUST Jackson and Ava Smith of Roswell decorate 100 lunch bags for those struggling in the community.

Ministries provide summer lunches ROSWELL, Ga. — Usually summer is a time of vacations and fun. But some families in the community struggle instead.

Many of these families rely on free or reduced lunch program for their children at school, so when summer comes around, they wonder how they are going to feed their children.

Local charities like MUST Ministries, in conjunction with volunteer groups like Little Helpers, have stepped up to address this issue.

Members of Little Helpers came from all over the greater Atlanta area in June to donate lunch items, decorated paper lunch bags and children’s books. They gave their collections to MUST Ministries for their summer lunch program, which provides sack lunches each weekday to thousands of children in metro Atlanta.

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BritMohr Farm equestrian team rides to Top 10 finish Wins honors at IEA National Finals ALPHARETTA, Ga., -- After many months of rigorous competition, the BritMohr Farm equestrian team, grades 6-8 made big gains this year.

The team placed seventh out of 450 teams in the April 2016 Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) Hunt Seat & Western National Finals at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky.

Since September 2015, the BritMohr Farm equestrian team in Alpharetta has competed with public school, private school and barn teams from across the United States in four riding ability levels including beginner, novice, intermediate, and open.

The IEA national competition provides a unique opportunity for the equestrians to showcase their horsemanship and equitation skills by riding an unfamiliar horse with no opportunity to familiarize themselves with their mount.

“It’s not easy to ride a randomly

drawn horse – it takes courage, confidence and good horsemanship, ” said Paige Ripley, co-coach, BritMohr Farm.

“When we first started, I had no idea we’d go this far and be in the top five percent of the country.”

She said she was proud of the team and their hard work.

“Competing at this level motivates not just the team, but the coaches as well. We’re already planning ahead for next season – the goal is to keep the momentum going,” says BritMohr Farm coach and owner Julie Mohr.

The team consists of riders from BritMohr Farm and Segars Stables in Milton and led by Julie Mohr, head coach.

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Students from North Forsyth High School, from left Tanner Copeland, Maggie Shepherd and Taylor Phillips hold the check from Wal-Mart for their school’s rotary foundation.

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the golf fields, the park. We try and look where our customers are at. We don’t expect our customers to have to travel great distances to us. If we can built closer to them and make it a more convenient shopping experience, then we definitely will do that.”

Wilkins said as Wal-Mart chooses communities to build in, the company also tries to reach out and help the citizens.

With the help of Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills, Wal-Mart was able to create a potential partnership, including a farm-to-table program with North Forsyth high and middle schools andT:\ADS_2015\NFAYP helping with the schools’ green-

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Wal-Mart has officially come to town in North Forsyth.

The superstore’s newest location at 3555 Browns Bridge Road, or Ga. 369, west of Ga. 400 will be on 45 acres.

The company broke ground June 24.

The store will be 185,000 square feet with a fresh grocery, dry goods, general merchandise, pharmacy, tire and lube express and optical.

This project has been in the works since 2003, according to Glen Wilkins, director of public affairs and govern-

ment relations for Wal-Mart. However due to the economy, the project was delayed. Now that construction has begun, a spring 2017 opening is predicted.

He said the company is happy their customers won’t have to drive as far to get to one of their stores.

“They won’t have to get on 400 and head on down the road or go to Dawsonville and spend their money elsewhere,” he said.

The location was chosen in large part for its access to Ga. 400.

“We understand where the growth is,” Wilkins said. “When you look at the houses that are around here, you have

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Getting students involved is something Mills, whose district covers this area, is the most excited about.

“We’re hoping this program will take off and they’ll be able to sell their produce in the store,” Mills said.

At the groundbreaking, the company presented a check to North Forsyth High’s Principal Jeff Cheney to go toward greenhouse expenses.

“We saw this as a great opportunity to partner with (the schools) to get things jump started,” Wilkins said. “We want to let people know, while we are going to be selling a lot here, we also want to give back.”

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Getting deep with networking You may not realize this, but right now, as you are reading this article, if not in North Fulton, somewhere in Atlanta, there are a group of business folks mingling GEOFF SMITH in the hopes of Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com eventually passing referrals that will lead to money. It is called networking.

This happens at every level of the business-spectrum, from personal insurance agents looking for leads, to corporate executives mingling at the Super Bowl.

When I first became a mortgage banker, I had just left a job where I managed the front office for a small, high-tech printed circuit board manufacturing operation.

My focus was on sales and marketing. Other than a few jobs we did for incubators at Georgia Tech, all of our clients were outside Georgia. It was a fun and incredibly demanding job where I got to work with a number of cutting-edge start-ups looking to change the world with their electronic devices. (I got to ‘advise’ engineers at Tesla on using flexible printed circuit boards. Of all the start-ups we worked with, none of them asked as many, or smarter questions than those folks).

The company-owner decided to consolidate the company into his larger, more broad-based operation in Chicago. I do love Chicago, but there was no way I was moving my family out of my hometown.

At that time, my old friend and fellow Chattahoochee High School classmate (class of ’93 – paws up!)

Damian Cook was a year into opening the Atlanta branch of Assurance Financial with his longtime workmate Jody Zaparaniuk.

I used to be in construction and

real estate, so I knew the industry.

Being a mortgage banker scratched a lot of itches for me and I jumped in with full force (is there any other way to do it when you have a family to help support?).

I studied everything I could about the mortgage industry. I got my license and I was ready to unleash

Networking isn’t about running a room. It’s about establishing deep relationships with people whose trust you have earned in one way or another. myself onto the local real estate scene.

I needed to get out and meet the right people, and networking was the easiest way to do that.

I quickly learned that every minute of every day there is a group of small-business people meeting somewhere – I just had to find them.

And that became easy after I met Joel Peskin. Joel is a carpet cleaner from New York City who runs a website and newsletter called Joelslist.com. His weekly newsletters list nearly every networking event in the north Metro area.

He has since moved on to actually plan and host large networking

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events. But his list set my agenda each week.

Every day I would show up to a group of complete strangers and talk about mortgages. It was a great way for me to learn how to talk about mortgages in a way that people listened, but it wasn’t a great networking strategy.

Networking isn’t about running a room. It’s about establishing deep relationships with people whose trust you have earned in one way or another.

My favorite networking group is the Greater North Fulton Chamber’s ProAlliance that meets at 7:30 every Wednesday morning.

There are about 60+ people there every week. While some come and go, I’ve made some good, long-time business friends there.

Every week there is someone new who comes in ready to ‘own the room’ – schmooze, joke, be loud and maybe believe that we all will fall in line. I call them shooting stars.

They are usually looking to scoop up a bunch of quick referrals, which never happens, so they leave.

Good networking is about earning trust and learning about the people in the room – not the products. Take Joel for example. For years I thought he just cleaned carpets and had a knack for networking. After getting to know him better, I found out he used to be a roadie for several 80s bands, and he was a serious contender for making the USA luge team. What a cool guy!

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This could help you reduce your costs of goods sold, which translates to more profit for your business.

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NEWBUSINESSSPOTLIGHTS Tiff’s Treats Cookie Delivery opens in Alpharetta

Yifan’s Cooking School opens in Johns Creek Business name: Yifan’s Cooking School About: Yifan provides catering service, parties and event hosting with unique family-style authentic Chinese cuisine. They also offer cooking classes on traditional Chinese dishes.

Owner: Fan Wang Opened: April 2016 Address: 10820 Abbotts Bridge Road, Suite 370, Johns Creek, GA 30097 Phone: 404-372-4386 Website: www.yifancooking.com

Business name: Tiff’s Treats Cookie Delivery About: Tiff’s Treats is famous for bringing hot, fresh-from-the-oven cookies and brownies to hungry treat lovers everywhere. Order on-demand or for a future warm cookie moment.

Owners: Tiffany Taylor-Chen and Leon Chen Opened: June 6, 2016 Address: 3665 Old Milton Parkway, Suite 10, Alpharetta GA 30005 Phone: 404-649-6290 Website: www.cookiedelivery.com

Local Realtors give back with Canine Assistants MILTON, Ga. — Agents, staff and even the top brass from Keller Williams Realty gathered on Thursday, May 12 for a day of service at the Milton Canine Assistants, which breeds, trains and places service dogs. The Keller Williams staff donned their red shirts and cheerfully mowed, raked, power washed and cleaned barns, kennels and bathrooms. They also donated a truckload of supplies

Business name: Eye Associates of North Atlanta, LLC About: Eye Associates of North Atlanta is a new ophthalmology practice in Alpharetta operated by Dr. Anand Shah, a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in cataract SHAH surgery. Services include annual eye exams, cataract evaluation, astigmatism correction, glaucoma treatment, laser procedures and more.

Owners: Dr. Anand Shah Opened: May 23, 2016 Address: 5755 Northpoint Parkway, Suite 94, Alpharetta GA 30022 Phone: 404-767-8287 Website: www.eyeassociatesofnorthatlanta. com

BUSINESSBRIEFS for the pups, including dog bowls, paper goods, tennis balls and a canine favorite – peanut butter.

Red Day is an annual day of service for Keller Williams nationwide. The day was selected in honor of founder Mo Anderson’s birthday. In a company that prides itself on giving back to the community, Red Day is a day specifically set aside for service. Canine Assistants was the focus of the South Forsyth’s office service this year because of all they do for disabled people across the country.

Their dogs are trained to help children and adults with special needs complete everyday tasks, such as turning lights on and off, opening and closing doors, pulling wheelchairs, retrieving dropped objects, summoning help, and providing secure companionship.

More importantly, these dogs can eliminate feelings of fear, isolation and loneliness felt by their human companions.

A satisfied Canine Assistant recipient put it best, “My dog makes my wheelchair disappear.”

The team at Keller Williams Realty gives back by helping local service dog breeders and trainers Canine Assistants with their service.

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Rountree Group welcomes new Fintech client Kasasa ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Alpharetta-based Rountree Group Integrated Communications has added Kasasa, a financial technology client, to its client roster. The firm is assisting Kasasa with integrated communications campaigns in several markets across the United States.

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Kasasa is an award-winning financial technology and marketing services company that provides branded retail banking products and services to community financial institutions.

“We wanted a team that had a successful track record of strategizing and executing integrated com-

munications campaigns across the country,” said Keith Brannan, chief marketing officer for Kasasa.

“Rountree Group has a firm handle on how we work with our clients to ensure they are successful, and will be a great ambassador of our brand.”

“The financial technology industry has experienced substantial growth recently, and Kasasa is a leading brand in the industry,” said Rountree Group President Don Rountree. “We value the opportunity and look forward to working with Kasasa to grow its brand across the country.”

Robinson Facial Plastic Surgery welcomes new member ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Dr. Burke Robinson, owner of Robinson Facial Plastic Surgery, has announced the newest member to his team, Michelel Gilio. She focuses exclusively on delivering facial plastic surgery, skin care and aesthetic injectable options.

Giglio, a certified physician’s assistant and advanced aesthetic GIGLIO injector, is recognized as a national trainer for both Allergan and Galderma Aesthetics – a leader in the neurotoxins and dermal fillers for the cosmetic’s industry.

Giglio is known for her cosmetic artistry and offers innovative and advanced injection techniques for facial rejuvenation.

She is now scheduling patients. To make an appointment, call 770-667-3090. Robinson Facial Plastic Surgery is located at 3400 C. Old Milton Parkway, Suite 515, Alpharetta. Visit robinsonfps. com for information.

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Kathleen’s Catch nets happy customers Fresh fish markets land in Johns Creek, now Milton

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JOHNS CREEK/MILTON, Ga. – Kathleen Hulsey had spent most of her adult life in construction, so why is she working “harder than ever” running two fish markets?

Well, like any good spouse, she blames it all on her mate.

“My husband Mike has been in the business for 30 years, and is now the retail manager for Inland Seafood. They sell fresh seafood to big retail customers such as Publix and Kroger. Friends were always asking him to bring home some fresh fish. Then it got to be friends of friends were asking, and then it was friends of the friends of the friends,” said Hulsey.

“I got tired meeting people in church parking lots. So I got a business license and started a business. There is a real need for a fresh fish market and no one else was doing it. Now people who really like their fish come to me.”

She set up shop in 2011 in Johns Creek at the first Kathleen’s Catch on Medlock Bridge Road next to Viande Rouge and Trattoria 141. She says people like the fact that her fish come directly to her. It doesn’t go to a warehouse first where it sits for a couple of days and then goes to a store. So her fish are days fresher to begin with.

“People like to deal with people who know how to prepare fish. They like to know where their fish comes from. Publix and Kroger don’t even have me on their radar,” she said. “There is such a demand for a fish monger people knew

Kathleen’s Catch in Crabapple.

in the cities where they grew up.”

Hulsey would have preferred a better economic climate than 2011 offered, but she sensed people would respond to the kind of fish market she wanted to have. And she was right. Her background had been construction, but nothing was happening then. And she had begun to develop her passion for the fish market.

She runs a specialty market. Lobster tails are in season now, and her customers love them and her lobster rolls.

“I sell a boatload of them when they’re in season like now,” she said.

Crabs, Copper River sockeye salmon – that’s wild salmon – and farm salmon if it’s from the right farms.

“Farm fish is the way of the future if we’re going to be sustainable. But you have to know which farms do it right, and we do. We only buy from the best in the world,” she said. “That means no antibiotics. Farming is needed, but we HATCHER HURD/HERALD support the farmers Fresh crabs await customers. They can also buy Kathwho do it right.” leen’s homemade crab cakes.

Who is her typical

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Kathleen Hulsey, right, and daughter Sara team up to run Kathleen’s Catch in Johns Creek and Crabapple.

customer? People who are sophisticated about seafood, says Hulsey.

Monique Walker in Milton says she comes to Kathleen’s “all the time.”

“Everything is always fresh. And everybody is always so helpful and they tolerate my three-year-old,” Walker said. “I like just about everything here and their crab cakes are great.”

Hulsey says her customers understand why her market is different from other places in North Fulton.

“They know why my tuna is better.

They have to make a second stop to get my tuna, but they know it is worth it.”

Why is her tuna better? Some farmers “gas” their tuna to blow up the blood cells and make the meat very red.

It is all right to a point, but sometimes it is done to disguise bad fish, she says.

“I can judge by the color, and if it is too red, I won’t buy it. We also sell yellowfin tuna that is not gassed at all.”

Kathleen’s also has fresh rainbow trout, catfish, walleye and more.

She buys as local as she can get. Her shrimp comes from Buford, S.C., or instate from Darien. But she can get good halibut and Alaskan salmon too.

Then there is snapper, grouper and gulf triggerfish from the east Atlantic.

She makes orange roughy every day.

But no tilapia. She said it’s too high in omega 5 and is mostly frozen. People who don’t like fish eat tilapia because

it has no taste. Then they do up their other specialties such as crab cakes, tuna salad and shrimp scampi.

“We make it fresh from the fresh food here at the store. All our fish are fresh, never frozen except for Chilean sea bass. It just has too far to come,” she said.

And even then, the sea bass is from ships that document they fish only in approved waters.

She has a truck arrive every morning except Sunday (she’s open 7 days 10 to 7 but the trucks don’t run Sundays).

Now her daughter Sara Hulsey is a believer, and she is running the Milton market in Crabapple. It is quite the family affair. She has known her manager Ashley Sanchez since she was in eighth grade.

“We’re like family here. But you have to find the right people. It is very hard work. You know, it is the hardest work I’ve ever done in my life and I don’t want to do anything else,” Hulsey said.

You can check what is on hand at kathleenscatch.com. Hulsey’s customers know to call ahead for some items to be set aside. Don’t come in at 6:45 in the evening and expect to find halibut, she says.

“You really don’t want to buy seafood from someone who never runs out,” she said.

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CALENDAR WE THE RUNNERS

ROSWELL FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA The city of Roswell and Roswell Rotary will host a community celebration with giant inflatables, carnival games, food trucks and more. Live music will be performed by the Last Call Band and Banks and Shane. The festivities will be held Monday, July 4, 5:30 p.m. at Sweetapple Elementary School, 12025 Etris Road, Roswell. Fireworks begin at dusk. More information can be found at roswellgov.com.

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FOURTH OF JULY: JULY 4TH PICNIC CELEBRATION

What: Join the city of Johns Creek for a day of food and fun in its annual 4th of July picnic celebration.

When: Friday, July 1, noon Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: JohnsCreekGA.gov/ParkPlace

FAIRGROUND FOURTH FESTIVITIES

What: Come see a dance contest, food, vendors and children’s activities at the Cumming Fairgrounds. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m. Free admission and parking.

When: Sunday, July 3, 6-11 p.m.

Where: 235 Castleberry Road, Cumming More info: cummingfair.net

BBQ AND BLUEGRASS AT BARRINGTON HALL

What: Barrington Hall will host this annual event to celebrate the Fourth of July with food, family and friends. Music will be provided by the Smokerise Bluegrass Band.

When: Monday, July 4, 11 a.m.-5p.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell More info: 770-640-3855

EVENTS:

STEAM ENGINE PARADE

What: See the Thomas-Mashburn Memorial Parade, a Cumming July Fourth tradition. The steam engine parade ends at the Cumming Fairgrounds.

When: Monday, July 4, 10 a.m.-noon Where: Tribble Gap Road and Woodland Drive intersection, Cumming More info: cummingfair.net

4TH OF JULY IN ALPHARETTA

What: Alpharetta will celebrate the Fourth of July with live music and fireworks. The event is free, but some food vendors and children’s activities will have fees.

When: Monday, July 4, 6 p.m.

Where: Wills Park, 1825 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharetta.com

BBQ AND TURTLE RACE

What: The Foster House is once again hosting its annual BBQ and Turtle Race. The turtle race is free and begins at 1 p.m.

When: Monday, July 4, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: The Foster House, 305 West Main St., Cumming More info: foster-house.com

What: Register for the half marathon, 5K or 10K races along the Big Creek Greenway benefiting Forsyth County Parks and Recreation Foundation. Children under 10 can join the half-mile Sparkler Trot. Price includes t-shirt and bag.

When: Monday, July 4, 6:30 a.m., race times vary Where: Fowler Park 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming Cost: $40 for the 5K, $50 for the 10K, $65 for the half marathon More info and registration: rungeorgia. com

“THE CIVIL WAR IN GEORGIA” CLASS

What: Barrington Hall will host author and historian Michael K. Shaffer for four consecutive Tuesday nights to teach a course on the Civil War. When: Tuesday, July 5, 12, 19, 26; 7-9 p.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Hall Drive, Roswell Cost: $125 More info and registration: wbrowning@ roswellgov.com, 770-640-3855

COOKING CLASSES AT BARRINGTON HALL

What: The historic kitchen of Barrington Hall is opening its doors for an evening cooking class. Chef Wendy Gay will teach how to create a “Great American Steakhouse Dinner,” complete with sides and dessert.

When: Tuesday, July 5, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $50 More info and registration: 770-640-3855

SUMMER SATURDAYS AT THE MUSEUM FAMILY, FUN, FLICKS & FOOD TRUCKS

What: “Field of Dreams” will play for free at Milton High School as part of B98.5’s “B at the Movies” series along with concessions, games and prizes.

The event starts at 7 p.m., and the movie plays at dusk.

When: Saturday, July 2, 7 p.m.

Where: Milton High School, 13025 Birmingham Highway, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us, 678-2422533

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OPEN HOUSE

What: The Habitat for Humanity ReStore will be holding a volunteer information session and open house.

Multiple volunteer opportunities are available.

When: Saturday, July 2, 10:30 a.m.

Where: 11060 Alpharetta Highway, Alpharetta More info and registration: vgibson@ habitat.org, 770-415-1633

What: The Computer Museum will be open to the public on select days. One of the top vintage computer collections in the world, the exhibit includes the earliest computers and video games.

When: July 9, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: Kings Market Center, 1425 Market Blvd. Suite 200, Roswell Cost: $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, $5 for children ages 5-17 More info: computermuseumofamerica. com

ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY

What: Alpharetta’s Food Truck Alley on Thursday evenings offers a variety of six to eight rotating area food trucks.

When: Thursdays, 5-9 p.m., through Oct. 20.

Where: Old Roswell Street in Alpharetta’s historic district More info: awesomealpharetta.com

ROSWELL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

What: The Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market offers fresh, local farm, ranch and artisan foods direct from producers, and much more.

When: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon.

Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com

JOHNS CREEK FARMERS MARKET

What: Held at the Newton Park Amphitheater, each market features more than 25 local farmers and vendors with organic and/or sustainable foods and produce.

When: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, through Sept. 13.

Where: 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: JohnsCreekGA.gov

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: GRACE AND THE VICTORY RIDERS

What: Grace and the Victory Riders will perform as part of the free Roswell Riverside Sounds Concert Series. At least two food trucks will be on location from 6-9 p.m.

When: Saturday, July 2, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Riverside Park, 575 Riverside Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

THE ADVENTURES OF THE GINGERBREAD MAN

FARMERS MARKETS, FOOD TRUCKS:

What: All Hands Productions will bring a retelling of the Adventures of the Gingerbread Man as part of the library’s summer reading initiative.

Event is free.

When: Wednesday, July 6, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Where: Alpharetta Branch Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET

LANCE PRICE BAND

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 Oct. 29.

Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

What: The Lance Price Band will perform outdoors as part of the free Thursday Nights Summer Concert Series.

Activities start at 6 p.m. Concert starts at 7 p.m.

When: Thursday, July 7, 6-9 p.m.

Where: The Collection at Forsyth, 410 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming More info: collectionforsyth.com

CALENDAR

ROSWELL’S SUMMER PUPPET SERIES

What: Lee Bryan “That Puppet Guy” presents “Travelin’ Tales” as part of Roswell’s family-friendly Summer Puppet Series. Show times available at roswellgov.com.

When: July 5-9 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: $5 per ticket, children under 2 get in free.

More info: 770-594-6232, roswellgov. com

LIBRARY BOOK CLUB MEETING

What: The Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library Book Club is inviting new members to join. Copies of the books will be available for book club members at the circulation desk.

When: Tuesday, July 5, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

LIBRARY EVENTS: DNA IS FOR FAMILIES

What: Scientists and students from the Georgia State University Bio-Bus program will put on a presentation about DNA, genes and inheritance with hands-on activities. Ages 5-12. Registration required.

When: Friday, July 1, 1-2:30 p.m.

Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Alpharetta More info and registration: laura.hoefener@fultoncountyga.gov

SATURDAY COLOR – FOR ADULTS

What: The library invites High Schoolers and adults for a free opportunity to get creative with coloring. Pencils and sheets will be provided.

When: Saturdays, through Oct. 29, 1-2:30 p.m.

Where: Milton Branch Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

FIBER ENTHUSIASTS MEETING

What: Hostess Stephanie Kelly invites everyone to explore the world of knitting in a free crafts meeting and class.

When: Sundays, through Aug. 28, 3-5 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Branch Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org

MAGIC AND VENTRILOQUISM WITH KEITH KARNOK

What: Come join Keith Karnok and his cast of puppets, including his talking bird “Vern,” for a free show combining magic and ventriloquism.

When: Thursday, July 7, 10:30 a.m.

Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

PET ADOPTIONS: FORSYTH COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER What: Pet adoptions.

When: Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: The Forsyth County Animal Shelter, 4065 County Way, Forsyth County More info: 678-965-7185

FULTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES

What: Learn meditation techniques for beginners in this free and open to the public program. Suggested for ages 10 and up.

When: Sunday, July 3, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

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

What: Pet adoptions.

When: Every Saturday and Sunday, noon-5 p.m.

Where: PetSmart, 6370 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta Additional adoptions: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Fulton County Animal Services, 860 Marietta Blvd. NW, Atlanta More info: 404-613-4958

FREE ESL CLASS

OF INTEREST ELSEWHERE:

LEARNING TO MEDITATE

What: Everyone is invited to attend this free English as a second language class and discussion. It will focus on conversational English for learners of all levels.

When: Tuesday, July 5, 6-7:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell Branch Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: afpls.org

ALONZO BODDEN

What: Alonzo Bodden, season 3 winner of NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” will perform at the Punchline Comedy Club.

When: July 1-3 Where: 3652 Roswell Road NW, Atlanta Cost: $25 More info and tickets: punchline.com

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Getting outside… way outside!

Independence Day is right on top of us. Have you made your plans?

I have.

As we speak, I’m 30-something-thousand feet above the ocean somewhere between Alpharetta STEVE HUDSON and the western Get Outside Georgia, Pacific, heading Chattahoochee Media Group west and south to what is sure to be an adventure of the remember-it-allyour-life kind.

My destination is the island of Palau. If you’re a map person like me, you’ll find it near the Philippines.

Why Palau? The short answer is “pure adventure!” Hiking, fishing, snorkeling and who knows what other great things await there. It’s a trip of a lifetime, and I’m stoked.

The longer answer, though, has something to do with breaking boundaries.

What does that have to do with outdoor adventure in Georgia?

The title of this little column is “Get Outside Georgia.” Taken one way, I suppose you could say that I am really and truly following my own direction. I’m getting outside Georgia…in fact, it would be hard to get much farther away than I’ll be these next couple of weeks.

There’s another way to look at it too, though, and that’s to think of outdoor adventure – any outdoor adventure -- as a means of getting outside of your comfort zone.

Sometimes, outdoor adventuring stays within the realm of the known.

Let’s say I’m hiking a favorite trail. I know where it goes and how long it takes to get there. I know what I’ll see and what will happen along the way.

Yes, I’m adventuring outdoors, but I’m staying within the boundaries of the known.

Now and then, though, I get the urge to go beyond that. Even something as seemingly mundane as hiking a new trail stretches those boundaries a little bit. Boundary stretching of any kind, even something simple like that, is exhilarating and occasionally a little scary.

But what happens when you go beyond those boundaries (whether you’re hiking that new trail or getting on a plane that’s bound for an island on the other side of the world)?

Uh-oh! You find yourself leaving your comfort zone is what happens.

And I admit it. There’s something nice about comfort zones. They’re, well, comfortable.

But there’s an undeniable feeling of independence once you decide to go beyond your comfort zone on an adventure that’s altogether new.

Here’s my Independence Day challenge to you. Try a new adventure!

Hike a new trail. Canoe a new river.

Zip a zip line, wriggle through a cave, ride a raft down a whitewater river.

It’s liberating – once you make the decision to do it!

Making the decision to go is the hard part. I debated the Pacific trip for a long time, for it’s so very far out of my comfort zone.

But my daughter, a seasoned traveler, said to me, “Just do it. There’s a whole world out there, and it’s great!”

So my adventure the next couple of weeks will be in Micronesia. I’ll let you know how it goes.

Meanwhile, break free of your boundaries this Independence Day. Think about stretching those boundaries. Because Daughter of Mine is right, and there’s a whole world of experience out there waiting for you.

Where will your next adventure be?

There are many excellent summertime hiking opportunities in our area, including the great trails of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. Learn about those great hikes in Steve Hudson’s book Hiking the Hooch.

It’s available from local outfitters, on Amazon or at www.chattahoocheemedia.com.

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SPORTS

Roswell and Blessed Trinity host Corky Kell 7-on-7 Invitational Tournament Five local schools compete to kick off 2016 football season

By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga.- The City of Roswell played host to the 2016 Corky Kell 7-on-7 Invitational Tournament last week, showcasing some of the best football teams in the state in the fourday long tournament. 30 Teams from around the state, including Roswell, Blessed Trinity, South Forsyth, Centennial and Alpharetta, competed in the tournament featuring group play followed by a single elimination bracket round.

The hosting Roswell Hornets, last season’s Class 6A state runner-up, went 1-3 in group play before defeating Archer, Gainesville and South Forsyth to set the Hornets in the final four. In the semifinal game, Roswell would fall 35-24 to Houston County.

Blessed Trinity, who also hosted tournament games, finished 1-3 in group play against Brookwood, Archer, Collins Hill and Alpharetta. The Titans, last year’s runner-up for the Class 3A state championship, fell in the opening round of the elimination round to Peachtree Ridge.

Centennial went 5-5 in the 2015 season and failed to earn a playoff berth, however, they are certainly making noise so far this season, at least

where 7-on-7 play is concerned. The Knights finished as state runner-up for the USA Football Georgia state championships before the Corky Kell tournament, where they had another solid performance.

The Knights went 1-3 in group play, but then defeated the three higherseeded teams of Mays, Jones County and Peachtree Ridge to earn a spot in the semifinals. The Knights streak then ended as they were defeated by defending and eventual champions Colquitt County.

Centennial will compete in the USA Football national championships in Hoover, Alabama in July.

The Raiders of Alpharetta beat Brookwood and Blessed Trinity in the group stage and finished 2-2. After beating Norcross 37-31 in the opening round of the knockout stage, the Raiders lost to Houston County.

Last season’s Region 6-AAAAAA champions South Forsyth returned standout quarterback Davis Shanley, who along with a new core of receivers, went 1-2-1 in group play. South beat Carrolton and Grady in two close games of the knockout stage before their tournament was ended with a 3227 loss to Roswell.

Roswell and South Forsyth will compete in the 25th annual Corky Kell Classic August 19 at McEachern High School. Roswell will take on Buford at 5:30 PM and the War Eagles will face Hillgrove at 8:30 PM. Both games will be televised live on FOX Sports Southeast.

Centennial Head Coach Lenny Gregory addresses his players at the Corky Kell 7-on-7 Invitational Tournament. Centennial was one of five local teams to compete in the tournament.

City of Milton Notice of Meeting Board of Zoning Appeals

Request for Proposal Milton Parks & Recreation – Playground for Broadwell Pavilion RFP NUMBER 16-PR01 Sealed Proposal Due Date:

Meeting:

Board of Zoning Appeals July 19, 2016 7:00 P.M.

July 19, 2016 2:00PM Local Time Milton City Hall To be publicly opened approximately 2:05PM in the Courthouse The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals.

Location:

City of Milton City Hall 13000 Deerfield Parkway, Bldg 100 Council Chambers Milton, Georgia 30004-6119 678-242-2500

The City of Milton is requesting submittals from interested parties for a public private partnership. The request for sealed proposals for Milton Parks & Recreation – Playground for Broadwell Pavilion will be posted on the following websites the week of June 16, 2016. http://www.cityofmiltonga.us or http://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/PRSapp/PR_index.jsp

Consideration of primary variance(s): a. V16-008, 13435 Providence Road, Kim & Steve Sapp Requests(s): • To allow an accessory structure (garage) to encroach into the front setback (Section 64,416,b &i)

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Arrests:

►► Lisa Flaccus Cottick, 45, of Manor

Creek Road, Cumming, was arrested June 16 on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to obey a traffic control device. ►► Sathanoor Rama Vishwanath, 32, of Somerset, New Jersey, was arrested May 5 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI, failure to maintain lane and signal required.

Bridge Drive, Alpharetta, was arrested June 3 on Watsons Bend in Milton for DUI. ►► Sundie Kaufmann, 31, of Laurel Cove Drive, Snellville, was arrested June 11 on State Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI, speeding and child endangerment. ►► Richard Brannen Bennett, 30, of North Augusta, South Carolina, was arrested June 12 on Medlock Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI, failure to maintain lane and failure to yield to an emergency vehicle. ►► Tyler Patrick Key, 23, of Greenville,

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Scammer posts phony rental ad on Craigslist JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A local Realtor reported a possible scam June 7 when a property for sale was listed as for rent by an unknown person on Craigslist.

The realtor was alerted to the online ad when a customer called asking to rent the property, which they found on a Craigslist ad. He had not made any postings on Craigslist.

The property owner said that although the property was initially listed

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Car exceeds 100 mph during flight from police JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A driver was seen June 16 fleeing from police after they signaled them to pull over for speeding. Johns Creek police were patrolling on State Bridge Road when one officer noticed a black Mercedes speeding at 63 mph in a 45 mph zone.

The police motioned for the driver to pull over. Several times, the motorist slowed down as if they were going to park, before speeding up again. Police pursued, reaching speeds over 100 mph, but eventually lost sight of the car after passing Jones Bridge Road.

Police were not able to get an accurate description of the driver because of their tinted windows.

Patrol finds wanted person ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police found and arrested a wanted person June 18 while they were patrolling on Windward Parkway. Police ran the license plate of a black Ford Focus traveling in front of them and got a hit. The owner of the Ford, 52-year-old Kimberly Kosilla, had an active warrant from Sandy Springs for disorderly conduct related

Mississippi, was arrested June 11 on Medlock Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Padmakar Gokhale, 48, of Linbrook Lane, Duluth, was arrested June 11 on Parsons Road in Johns Creek for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

DRUG arrests ►► Nathan Andrew Fye, 37, of Oak Hill

Lane, Canton, was arrested June 17 on Kingswood Place in Alpharetta for possession of methamphetamines and possession of a drug related item. to “dangerous drugs.” When stopped, Kosilla said that she knew there was a warrant out for her arrest and that she was planning on turning herself in the following Monday. She was arrested on the scene.

$600 in lawn care equipment missing MILTON, Ga. — Two landscapers reported $600 worth of equipment missing June 22 from their truck after visiting a local gas station. The two employees had gone into the gas station for fifty minutes to heat up and enjoy their lunch. When they returned to their truck, they noticed that several items had been taken from the truck bed, including a chainsaw and leaf blower.

Landscaper loses $1,300 of equipment MILTON, Ga. — A man reported $1,300 worth of landscaping equipment missing June 8 from his trailer while he was on the job. The man had been working for approximately two hours when he returned to his trailer and saw that two backpack blowers, each $650 in value, were gone. The trailer had been unlocked. He said that both blowers are engraved near the upper housing with his phone number and the phrase “Not for Sale.”

►► Patrick David Schumann, 25, of

Tidwell Road, Alpharetta, was arrested June 9 on Highway 9 in Milton for possession of marijuana, possession of drug related items and no license. ►► Crystal Marie Sellers, 35, of Amy Court, Duluth, was arrested June 9 on Braided Blanket Bluff in Johns Creek for possession of a schedule IV controlled substance and possession of a schedule II controlled substance. ►► Michael Franklyn Smith, 32, of Waterville Court, Johns Creek, was arrested June 9 on Red Deer Way in Johns Creek for possession of a schedule IV controlled substance.

Woman comes home, finds door ripped off ROSWELL, Ga. — A woman alerted police to a forced break-in after returning home to an open back door.

An investigation determined that the suspect forced the back door open after climbing onto the porch and ripping open its screen to enter. The left side of the door frame was knocked off the wall.

The fridge, cabinets, drawers and closets were all ransacked. A foreign blue flashlight was left, still on, in the kitchen. The victim is still going through her property to determine what is missing.

Speeder recognized as wanted person in Atlanta MILTON, Ga. — A woman was pulled over for speeding June 18 and taken in after police found an active warrant for her arrest. Milton police were patrolling on Deerfield Parkway when an officer noticed a black Lexus SUV traveling at 53 mph in the 35 mph zone.

When the officers pulled the driver, 33-year-old Vivian Rodriguez, over, they found that her license was suspended in January. She also had a warrant out on her for failure to appear in Atlanta for previous traffic violations. Purse taken from car, found emptied up the road

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Bachelor’s degree related field of study from an accredited university, minimum of three years related experience and/ or formal training or equivalent combination of such education and experience.

Direct warehouse activities and procurement of goods. Requires thorough working knowledge of RUS approved industry materials and construction.

Applicants must complete an application form prior to 5 PM, July 18, 2016. Apply online: w w w. s a w n e e . c o m / News & Events/Career Opportunities, or application forms are available at 543 Atlanta Hwy, Cumming GA 30040. Sawnee EMC is an Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action Employer of Females, Minorities, Veterans & Disabled. Drug-Free Workplace.

Electrical Distribution System Engineer Sawnee EMC is seeking an Electrical Distribution System Engineer.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, civil engineering or similar engineering discipline. Experience preferred in design, modeling and maintenance of distribution power systems. Must have strong computer and mathematical skills and communicate well both written and verbal.

Applicants must complete an application form prior to 5 PM, July 6, 2016. Apply online: www.sawnee. com/News & Events/ Career Opportunities, or application forms are available at 543 Atlanta Hwy, Cumming GA 30040.

Sawnee Electric M e m b e r s h i p Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of Females, Minorities, Veterans and Disabled. DrugFree Workplace.

OPERATIONS ASSISTANT: Part time, 20 hours a week.

North Fulton Community Charities Now Hiring!

Answer phones, schedule truck pick-ups, data entry and support for Operations Department. NFCC is a locally supported, volunteer based organization serving a diverse population in North Fulton with emergency needs. NFCC requires background check, drug screen and e-Verify. Pick up/submit application at NFCC, 11270 Elkins Rd, Roswell 30076. Phil Hodges 678-387-4466. phodges@nfcchelp.org

Commercial Space for Sale

Builder/ Project Manager Peachtree Residential Properties, one of Atlanta’s premier home builders since 1988, is seeking a BuilderProject Manager for new home communities in North Atlanta. Visit www. peachtreeresidential. com for company information.

Please email info@peachtreeres. com with resume. * Minimum experience 10 years in supervisory position in homebuilding industry. * College degree preferable. * We do drug testing and background checks. * North Atlanta subdivisions. * Competitive salary, excellent bonus program and truck allowance. * High customer service skills a must. * Multiple subdivision responsibility.

OFFICE MANAGER King Richard’s Liturgical Design & Contracting Unique opportunity!

Reporting to the President; responsible for office support, general office administrative tasks and travel arrangements.

Will work in tandem with the sales team in a very fast-paced environment.

Resumes: jennie@ kingrichards.com kingrichards.com PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR King Richard’s Liturgical Design & Contracting: Unique Opportunity; reporting to the President; responsible for office support, sales administration, and producing reports in order to keep projects running smoothly. Will work in tandem with the sales team in very fast paced environment Resumes to jennie@ kingrichards.com www.kingrichards.com

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Start your own business in Real Estate!

Now Hiring 10 new Agents! We are the fastest growing Keller Williams Office in the 400 Corridor. Contact Robert Aiken at 706.429.8620 EXPERIENCED CNA’S Work with a professional staff, be treated with respect and dignity.

Family Private Care an established, growing, reputable home care company would love to meet you. 678-620-3064

Client Scheduler

for premier homecare agency in Alpharetta.

Must have excellent communication skills and enjoy working with elderly.

CNA or LPN certification desired. Prior homecare or scheduling experience a plus. Call 678-230-5971

Fill your position today!

Call 770-442-3278 to advertise

Part-time YARD MAINTENANCE/ HANDYMAN: Every Thursday, plus extra weekly day during summer. Outdoor with little indoor. Riding mower, power equipment. Must speak good English and have own transportation.

9am-5:30pm. $15/hour.

770-475-4477 Part-time Front Office Administrative Assistant Needed 15 hours per week, no benefits. Skills needed include Word, social media, editing and writing skills, as well as a great attitude. Publisher and ACS software skills desired, but not required.

Successful completion of criminal records and child abuse background check are required. Send resume and salary requirements to jobs@alpharettapres.com

Newspaper Delivery Route Open with Appen Media Group Looking for one person or couple interested in delivering a newspaper route.

Requirements: Perfect driving record and perfect background check, reliable transportation, honest, reliable, and positive attitude. The route will require approximately ten hours of time each week on Wednesday and Thursday. This is a good way to make some extra money and if you deliver the route together, have some quality time while you are at it. Send an email to Lisa@ AppenMediaGroup.com and include a paragraph or two about who you are and your background/ experience.

IN THE SUBJECT LINE PLEASE PUT “DELIVERY ROUTE”

DRIVERS

Sales Garage Sale JOHNS CREEK: Glenside Subdivision, 145 Glenside Ln, 30097.

Friday 7/1 and Saturday 7/2, 8am-2pm. Furniture, kids clothes (ALOT), tools, vinyl records (500+), misc household items JOHNS CREEK: 5055 Byers Road. FridaySunday 7/1-7/3, 8am-4pm.

Many bargains!

Animals Pet Care IN-HOME PET SITTING And dog walking per your routine. Trustworthy, affordable, reliable.

References. 10 years pet-sitting experience.

404-924-0215, info@ thegoldenleash.com

Pets for Sale LABRADOR RETRIVERS AKC born June 1st; registered with papers.

Championship bloodline.

White $1200, Ivories $1000. 404-3031224 or 404-432-9731

Bargains Building Supplies DRIVEWAY GATES; two, 10’ wide total, wrought iron. $1000 both.

678-492-2300

For Senior Services North Fulton, (nonprofit), Johns Creek.

Need car. Call 770-993-1906 Ext 242.

VELUX SKYLIGHTS, used. (Eight, 21”x44”, two miscellaneous sizes). $475/all. 770-992-6848 leave message

Secretary/Housekeeper: H eal thy, happy, dependable, organized.

Very good English.

Secretarial/computer skills. Light housekeeping.

Non-smoking/drugs/very light drinker. Prefer college degree. Approximately 20 hours/week (10am-5:30pm). $15/ hour plus bonuses. Some travel to Dawsonville. realestatetreasure@msn. com

Cemetery ARLINGTON MEMORIAL PARK Pine Hill Section, Lots 1,2. $6000 each, Valued $9995 each. 404-401-3837 ARLINGTON Garden of Prayer, lot 6-A, spaces 3 & 4.

Bronze marker with base & 2 vaults. $9500 (Value $16,690).

470-281-6122

Furniture

Recreation

European wardrobe/ armoire, single door, beveled mirror, 84”hX 21”dX37”w. $600. Photos.

678-549-6057.

GOLF CLUBS: Ladies’ complete set, Lynx irons, graphite woods, ball retriever, wood covers, new bag $325.

770-740-9757

Household GE WASHER (extra-large, stainless drum), SEARS DRYER $250/both. White.

770-519-5725

Medical Equipment HOVEROUND MOBILE CHAIR MPV-5, Joystick control, 300 pound capacity, leather seats and cup-holder, used 6 months $1800. 770-569-1103 HOSPITAL BED: Never used. Manual adjustable head, feet, height.

88”Lx36”W. $349.

770-667-3577

Musical Instruments VIOLIN, West German. excellent condition, topspruce, back-maple. $200.

678-431-7465 PIANO: Walnut Spinet.

Good condition. $500.

770-709-9858 CELLO, 7/8 Doetsch, Pernambuco bow, Hiscox hard sided case $2400.

770-753-0787 PIANO: Henry F. Miller Upright, matching bench $500/firm.

770-552-4034 PIANO, Baby Grand: Elegant case, matching bench; warm, rich tone.

Sacrifice $1650 obo.

678-445-3654

Recreation POOL TABLE, 4x8, 4 chairs, cues, rack, 2 more tables. $1800/OBO. 404-934-7307 YAMAHA GOLF CARS Over 100 in stock!

Gas or electric.

770-737-2221 GOLF MEMORABILIA: Club Logo; balls and towels, etc. $295.

404-583-2078

TWELVE GAUGE SHOTGUN SHELL RELOADER MEC 600 Junior MK-V with cover and many accessories. $150. 770-781-0961

Wanted to Buy Vintage Barbie, Midge, Francie, Skipper dolls, clothing and accessories. (Local). Cell 214-883-8215

2376 Bethelview Road, 1.07 acre commercial in CBD zoning across from Kroger at Bethelview Rd & GA Hwy 20 intersection.

Owner Agent, asking $549,000. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com

Home for Sale

Transportation Auto Buying Services SEEKING A NEW or used car? Let Miles Daly save you time and money locating your dream vehicle!

404-925-1053

Real Estate Commercial Space for Lease CUMMING Basement/storage area with office space. From $800/month including utilities and WiFi. 770-262-3143

537 Lake Center Parkway for lease 1200-3600 SF space available in beautiful brick building.

Easy access to Highway 9 and Market Center Blvd in Cumming. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com

65 Rainey Dr, Dawsonville.

3 BR/2BA ranch, with rocking chair front porch, back deck, fenced yard.

Walking distance to Lake Lanier with boat ramp at end of Nix Bridge Rd. $150,000 Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com

4030 Bridle Ridge, Suwanee.

4BR/3.5BR Brick Ranch in Lambert School District! Master on main, split bedroom plan, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings and whirlpool tub, landscaped home with screened in porch and fenced yard in a fabulous sought after pool and tennis community. $393,900 Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com

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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Rural Utilities Service Georgia Transmission Corporation: Notice of Availability of an Environmental Assessment AGENCY: Rural Utilities Service, USDA ACTION: Notice of Availability of an Environmental Assessment for Public Review SUMMARY: The Rural Utilities Service (RUS) has issued an Environmental Assessment (EA) to meet its responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and RUS’s Environmental and Policies and Procedures (7 CFR Part 1970) in relation to possible financial assistance for a proposed project by Georgia Transmission Corporation. The project consists of building a 230 kV transmission line and modifying associated facilities in Forsyth County, Georgia. Georgia Transmission Corporation may request that RUS provide financial assistance for the project. RUS may consider a funding request, thereby making it an undertaking subject to review under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), 16 USC 470(f), and its implementing regulation, “Protection of Historic Properties” (36 CFR Part 800). 2 DATES: Written comments on this Notice must be received on or before 14 days from the issuance of this Notice.

ADDRESSES: To obtain copies of the EA or for further information, contact: Ms. Lauren McGee Rayburn, Environmental Scientist, USDA/Rural Development, 84 Coxe Ave., Suite 1E, Asheville, NC 28801; telephone: (202) 695-2540; fax: (202) 690-0649, or e-mail: lauren.rayburn@wdc.usda.gov. A copy of the EA may be viewed at the Forsyth County Public Library, located at: 585 Dahlonega Street, Cumming, GA 30040.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Georgia Transmission Corporation (Georgia Transmission) proposes to construct 7.4 miles of 230 kV line to connect the Cumming 230 kV Substation to the Pinecrest (formerly known as the Sharon Springs) 230/115 kV Switching Station. Line construction would require new equipment at the existing substation and switching station, although no new land disturbance would be required at the Cumming Substation. The transmission line would primarily follow existing road or highway righ-of-way.

As part of its environmental review process, RUS must also take into account the effect of the proposed Project on historic properties in accordance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. Pursuant to 36 CFR § 800.2(d)(3), the Agency is using its procedures for public involvement under NEPA to meet is responsibilities to solicit and consider the views of the public during Section 106 review. Accordingly, 3 comments submitted in response to the EA will be considered by agency decision makers under Section 106 as well as NEPA. Alternatives considered by RUS and Georgia Transmission include (a) no action alternative, (b) electrical alternatives, and (c) alternative routes. An environmental report that describes the project in detail and discusses its anticipated environmental impacts was prepared by Georgia Transmission. RUS has reviewed and accepted the document as its EA for the proposed project. The EA is available for public review at the addresses provided in this Notice. Questions and comments should be sent to RUS at the mailing or e-mail addresses provided in this Notice. RUS should receive written comments on the EA on or before 14 days from the issuance of this Notice to ensure that they are considered in its environmental impact determination.

Should RUS, based on its EA, determine that the impacts of the construction and operation of the proposed project would have no significant environmental impact, it will prepare a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI). Public notification of the FONSI would be published in newspapers with circulation in the project area. Any final action by RUS related to the proposed project will be subject to, and contingent upon, compliance with all relevant Federal, State and local environmental laws and regulations, and completion of the environmental review requirements as prescribed in RUS’s Environmental Policies and Procedures (7 CFR Part 1970).

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AC/Heating

Driveway

Flooring

Handyman

Preseason Air Conditioning tune-up, Summer Special 1st. unit $85.00. Each additional Unit $69.00. Parts and Freon extra. A & K Service 770-480-2059, 770-475-0628

REPAIR or REPLACEMENT Driveways, patios, sidewalks, walls. $150 off any job over $1500 Residential or Commercial.

For a FREE estimate call Dave of McKemey Concrete and Hardscapes 6 7 8 - 9 1 4 - 2 5 7 6 .

Competitive pricing. Many local references.

Flooring Installation & Repairs: Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl, Wood. Free Estimates!

I can remove carpet wrinkles!

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ALL CARPENTRY & REPAIRS: Roof Leaks, Wood Rot Repair, Siding, Deck Repairs and Refinishing, Painting, Doors/Windows.

Excellent References.

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CANTON HEATING/ AIR & PLUMBING: Free Estimates-Air Quality, Energy Efficient Cooling/ Heating Systems, Water Heaters, Preventative Maintenance Agreements, Ductless MiniSplits.

Professional, Quality Work.

24/7 Service.

Financing Available. 678-454-0034

Cleaning Services Rosie’s Cleaning Service Residential/Commercial.

Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, move out.

Free estimates.

References upon request.

678-914-8878 Need a housecleaning?

Call Norma Martinez for free estimate! References.

404-468-7667. “I get all your dust to earn your trust!”

Housecleaning quality care for your home.

Free Estimates and References.

Martina 678-656-4492. We know clean, leave the details to us!

Concrete/Asphalt We fix UGLY driveways and patios. $100 OFF any concrete job over $1000 The Best Concrete Company-Ask for Dave McKemey. 678-648-2010.

Professional, competitive, many local references.

D R I V E W A Y R E P L A C E M E N T: Patios and walkways.

Stonework. 15 years experience.

Hundreds of reviews online; see our online photo gallery: Sudlowconcrete.com 404-285-5995

Farm/Garden Services Bushhog, bobcat w o r k , c l e a r i n g / cleanups,light grading, plowing,garden tilling, pinestraw/mulch, pasture renovation/ finish mowing.

Insured, experienced.

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770-442-3278

PHILLIPS FLOORING Hardwood, laminate, carpet & tile installation and repairs. We do tile floors, showers, tub surrounds and kitchen backsplashes.

Re-grouting is also available. Call 678-887-1868 for free estimate.

Gutters AARON’S ALL-TYPE GUTTERS Repaired and Installed. Covers, siding, soffit, facia. www.aaronsgutters.com. Senior citizen discount! 770-934-2766

Handyman Kitchen & Bath Remodeling

Plumbing, Electrical and Drywall Repair and Installation Complete home maintenance We do it all!

Call Mike 404-647-1406

RELIABLE HOME REPAIRS: 21 years experience.

References. Electrical, plumbing, carpentry, wood rot repair, siding, painting, pressure washing.

Free estimates!

770-605-0340

Haulers Bush Hogging, Clearing, Grading, Hauling etc.

Many local references.

Call Ralph Rucker at 678-898-7237

Home Improvement Finegan Home Improvements LLC: License #RBQA004932.

Remodeling, handyman.

31 years experience.

Basements finished, decks, screen porches, doors, drywall, painting, flooring, custom kitchens, bathrooms. All insurance. Credit cards accepted. Paul Finegan 404-353-5611

Need work done on your home?

Call the Experts in the SERVICE DIRECTORY

Landscaping

Painters

RAS Landscape Design Installation A full service landscape company capable of doing your job.

25+ years experience. Ralph 678-898-7237

Advantage Painting

RETAINING WALLS, irrigation, sod installation, plants, mulch, fertilization, tree removal, pine-straw installation and monthly lawn maintenance.

Carreno Landscaping 404-312-5082 404Cuttree. One of the most experienced and reliable tree companies in North Atlanta. Perfect reviews and reliable, professional, and honest service.

Free quotes.

Fully insured. 770Tree. com 678-506-0006

Landscaping Landscape Design, Hardscape Design and Installation. 35 Years’ Experience; Retaining Walls, Flag Stone and BrickP aver Patios, Landscape Lighting, Drainage Issues, Pavilions.

Outdoor kitchens, irrigation systems installation and repairs.

FREE CONSULTATIONS! www.thebodigroup.com.

678-788-5656 Yellow Ribbon Tree.

Near perfect reviews and award-winning service. Hands on owner.

Free estimates and insured.

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Lawn Care LEAVE THE MOWING TO US”A”! Weekly/Bi-weekly Father/Son team Weed& Feed, Mosquito Programs www.GaGreenWorks.com 678-727-6850 Call or Text Q U A L I T Y, NO CONTRACTS AND LOWEST PRICES! Affordable and reliable lawn mowing/yard maintenance services.

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Established 1994.

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770-255-8575 Interior/Exterior Decks Sealed & Stained Carpentry Repairs No Up Front Money Proudly use Benjamin Moore & Sherwin Williams paints Prompt Professional Service Free Estimate, Insured

Pinestraw PINESTRAW, mulch delivery/installation available.

Firewood $110/$200, plus delivery.

Licensed, insured. Angels of Earth Pinestraw and Mulch. 770-831-3612.

Tree Services 404Cuttree. One of the most experienced and reliable tree companies in North Atlanta. Perfect reviews and reliable, professional, and honest service.

Free quotes.

Fully insured. 770Tree. com 678-506-0006 Yellow Ribbon Tree Experts: 24 hour emergency service.

Licensed, insured.

Workers Comp, insurance claims.

25+ years experience.

Family business. Free estimates.

We Love Challenges!

Yellow Ribbon Tree Experts, 770-512-8733. www.yellowribbontree. com JJ Tree Cutting Services.

Complete Tree Removal.

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Reader Advisory: The National Trade Association we belong to has purchased the following classifieds.

Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer employment but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home.

Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license identification or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it’s illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in U.S. dollars.

800 numbers may or may not reach Canada.

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