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A Corona Angels player goes up to bat in the semifinals against Firecrackers-Rico. Both teams played July 17 during the Triple Crown USA Nationals final held at Fowler Park. Inset: The Triple Crown trophy will be engraved with the winners of the tournament, Corona Angels.
National fastpitch tourney brings hundreds of players More than 180 teams compete in 3-day event By ALDO NAHED aldo@forsythherald.com CUMMING, Ga. — Fowler Park was host to the televised 2014 Triple Crown USA Nationals finals. In the end, it was California versus Georgia. On July 17, the No. 4
Corona Angels, of California, (8-0) defeated the No. 7 East Cobb Bullets (8-1) 5-4 to win the 2014 Triple Crown USA Nationals and become the gold champions. The girls’ competitive high school fastpitch softball tournament took place in Cumming, Gainesville and Alpharetta July 14-17. More than 180 top 14U, 16U and 18U clubs in the country were featured in this year’s tournament. “The TC/USA Nationals
brings together elite softball clubs from across the country to compete for a national championship,” said TC/ USA Nationals Director Krista Judge. “Each year, the event is played in a different region of the U.S. This year, we are excited to be playing the event in Cumming-Forsyth County, Alpharetta and Gainesville due to the area’s premier facilities, excellent lodging partners and ease of access
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GUADALAJARA, MEXICO — A wanted fugitive was found in Mexico after a 4-year joint investigation by Forsyth County SherGRANT iff’s deputies and the U.S. Marshals Service – Southeast Regional Fugitive Taskforce. Kenneth Dustin Grant was wanted for failure to appear on charges of aggravated child molestation, aggravated sexual battery, child molestation and sexual exploitation of children. The case began in November 2008, when Grant had a friend’s teenage daughter babysit his young children. It is alleged that Grant drugged and assaulted the teenage girl, while photographing the incident. During the investigation of this incident, photographs of a similar assault on the teenage girl’s older sister and photographs of other young girls were discovered. Grant was indicted in October 2009 and posted a $75,000 bond in January 2010. In September 2010, Grant failed to show up for a court hearing. Grant’s ankle bracelet was found in Lake Lanier with signs that it had been tampered with. Grant has been featured on “America’s Most Wanted” several times. The task force obtained
The interagency cooperation between the Unites States Marshals Service and the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office made it possible to capture Mr. Grant.” DUANE PIPER Forsyth County Sheriff information that Grant was living in Guadalajara, Mexico, under a false identity. Members of the task force, including a Forsyth County Sheriff’s deputy assigned to the U.S. Marshals Service, began working with members of the Guadalajara office of the U.S. Marshals Service as well as Mexican immigration officials in Guadalajara. Working together, those agencies then continued the investigation in Guadalajara where Grant was apprehended. Grant was transported to Los Angeles International Airport where custody was turned over to the Los Angeles Police Department. Grant is now held in Los Angeles until his extradition to Forsyth County. “The interagency cooperation between the Unites States Marshals Service and the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office made it possible to capture Mr. Grant,” said Sheriff Duane Piper.
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firearm. Deputies talked to the wife who produced two guns that were in her purse; a Glock and a Sig Sauer. The handguns were checked and returned clear. No charges were made.
CUMMING, Ga. — A man called 911 after a driver erratically passed him while waving a firearm, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. A man told deputies at about 2 p.m. July 5 an angry driver passed him on Ga. 141 (Peachtree Parkway) waving what looked like a black semiautomatic handgun, possibly a Glock.
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Thief ‘careful’ in stealing copper CUMMING, Ga. — Someone stole $1,600 in copper tubing, but the suspect was at least careful not to damage anything else, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. A man told deputies two homes in the 5000 block of Shiloh Woods Drive had $800 of copper tubing each stolen overnight July 9. He said the suspect was
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careful not to damage any of the existing work completed during the installation, and nothing else was damaged or taken. Deputies said the copper tubing was installed within the framework of the home, but it was not yet covered by drywall or attached to the air conditioning unit.
Scrooge steals money from tip jar CUMMING, Ga. — While a restaurant employee wasn’t looking, a customer stole the cash from the tip jar, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. On July 3, an employee of Burger Stop, 5535 Bannister
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Gas station break-in ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Two men broken into a McFarland gas station, but nothing was reported missing, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. At about 2:30 a.m. July 7, deputies were dispatched to the Shell gas station, 1510 McFarland Parkway, after an alarm went off. When deputies arrived, they saw the glass front door had been smashed.
Deputies searched the store, but they were unable to find anyone inside. After reviewing video surveillance, deputies said two men were seen wandering the store.
Stolen car found wrecked in tow yard CUMMING, Ga. — A woman said her Ford Mustang was stolen from her driveway overnight, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. The woman in the 1000 block of Eaglecreek Trail near Bald Ridge Marina Road told deputies she saw her 1999
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Ford Mustang missing at about 11 a.m. July 11. She said she let a friend borrow the car, and he had returned it the day before. She took her car to the store, came home and went to sleep. When she woke the next morning, the keys were missing from her couch and her car was gone. When deputies were on scene, another friend of the woman’s arrived and said the
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First lady promotes immunization during Women’s Center visit Meets staff, mothers to get message out By ALDO NAHED aldo@forsythherald.com
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CUMMING, Ga. — Georgia First Lady Sandra Deal is touting the importance of vaccinations. “I just want to make sure our children are well and strong,” Deal said. “We are trying to promote healthy babies and healthy mothers.” During a tour of the Women’s Center at Northside Hospital-Forsyth, Deal toured the facility, met with new mothers and staff to promote immunization. Deal said she chose the month of July to promote immunizations as children gear to go back to school. She visited several hospitals in the metro Atlanta area. “We want to start with them when they are little,” Deal said. “Whooping cough is coming back and people are being exposed to it.” The cough is a highly contagious bacterial disease that causes uncontrollable, violent coughing. The coughing can make it hard to breathe.
Georgia’s immunization requirements for children attending seventh grade have been revised. Beginning in the 2014-2015 school year, seventh-graders and new entrants into Georgia schools grades eighth through 12th, will be required to have Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) and MCV (meningococcal conjugate) vaccines prior to entering school. Visit dph.georgia. gov/immunization-section for more information. “It’s hard enough for an older child or an adult, but it’s terrible for a little baby,” Deal said. “We want that to be taken care of and immunization helps.” Deal provided immunization cards that the hospital can hand out to new mothers. The heavy stock cards provide areas where a parent can mark dates when vaccines were given in case the mother
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Georgia First Lady Sandra Deal toured metro Atlanta hospitals including the Women’s Center in Cumming. Deal is promoting the importance of immunization. From left: Joe Garcia, Deal and Kristin Garcia holding her newborn, Piper. changes doctors. “I can remember not too long ago we had an outbreak of measles,” Deal said. “We are just having old diseases crop up again.” Measles was at a 20-year high in the United States in May. There were 288 identified cases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “So our purpose is to get the word out that they need to get their children immunized and they need to keep records, so these children don’t have to take it twice, so it’s importance for them to carry a card with them,” she said.
Communities where high percentages of parents decide not to fully vaccinate their children tend to see a rise in preventable diseases such as measles, whooping cough and tetanus, the CDC reported. “There are a few who really don’t want to have that because they fear it,” Deal said. “If you are concerned about an immunization, stretch it out.” Nurse Melissa Sugg, manager of the Women’s Center, also showed First Lady Deal the new special care nursery neo-natal intensive care. “It’s so nice to see the passion that she shows,” Sugg said, “which we share.”
New highway proposed in Forsyth County Ga. 400 to I-575 plan still in infancy By ALDO NAHED aldo@forsythherald.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Could a new highway connect Cherokee and Forsyth counties? The Georgia Department of Transportation, which is studying plans to widen Ga. 20 from Cumming to Canton says there’s a possibility to build a new highway to the north or south of the existing two-lane road that runs east and west. GDOT’s Natalie Dale said Ga. 20 has reached capacity and as the area continues to grow, traffic is only getting worse. “That’s one of the biggest growth areas in our state,” Dale told WSB-TV. The project would cover 25 miles between Interstate 575 and Ga. 400. Dale said the option to
build a highway is a decision that is years away. An environmental impact study and input from the communities near the route would also be planned. Teri Pope, a spokeswoman for GDOT, said traffic congestion on and around Ga. 20 has already reached an unacceptable level, but in 20 years, will be over 200 percent worse. Robert Chambers, chairman of the Highway 20 Coalition, said his group is in favor of improving Ga. 20, but not building a highway. Chambers said a possible highway route would impact property values and the residents’ quality of life. Dale said a decision is expected by 2018 and construction would begin in 2020. For more information, visit www.dot. ga.gov/sr20improvements.
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Hundreds of puppies rescued from ‘deplorable conditions’ Kennel owner arrested, faces 260 counts of animal cruelty By ALDO NAHED aldo@forsythherald.com CANTON, Ga. — The Cherokee County Animal Shelter declared an emergency situation and shut its doors to handle nearly 360 small dogs taken from an alleged puppy mill on Tuesday, July 15. Law enforcement and other officials seized 357 small dogs from a suspected puppy mill in Cherokee County. The influx of dogs, many pregnant, shut down the Cherokee County Animal Shel-
ter facility, 1015 Univeter Road in Canton, while officials check the dogs. “None of those animals are available for adoption at this time,” a technician at the shelter said. “This is in ongoing litigation and there is no timeline available to us.” On July 15, agents with the Cherokee County Marshal’s Office went to Heavenly Kennels in the 14000 block of Cumming Highway in Cumming, on the Cherokee/Forsyth border on a compliance check. The dogs were in “deplor-
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Georgia students fail to meet math standards Forsyth County students score among state’s highest on End of Course Tests By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@northfulton.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – End of Course Tests (EOCTs) for spring 2014 revealed more than 60 percent of Georgia high school freshmen and sophomores failed to meet the minimum standards for algebra and geometry. On the EOCT for Coordinate Algebra taught in ninth grade, only 23 of 182 school systems had averages above 69 percent. On the test for Analytic Geometry in 10th grade, the numbers were even bleaker. Only 15 school systems posted averages above 69, with a number of systems reporting a near 100 percent fail rate. In the Forsyth County School System, however, the news was a bit better. Local students scored an average 70 percent on the Analytic Geometry test, and 78 percent met benchmarks for Coordinate Algebra – the second highest average among the state’s 182 school districts. The “exceeds” category on the two tests also revealed mixed results for Forsyth.
While 24 percent of students exceeded standards in Coordinate Algebra, less than 5 percent exceeded the mark on the Analytic Geometry test. Individual school results have yet to be released by the Georgia Department of Education. The two math tests are among eight subject tests given to high school students each year, and which count for 20 percent of the student’s grade. In the other six tests, Georgia students performed above expectations. State education officials are embroiled in a battle with a number of school systems across the state, including Fulton and Cobb, which are asking to return to a traditional math sequence and to be assessed in that manner. Currently, the state promotes an integrated approach where strands of math, like algebra, geometry and trigonometry, are woven into each year, with advanced instruction each year. While traditional math can be taught, End of Course Tests have integrated concepts. The 2013-14 school year
was only the second year for the Coordinate Algebra EOCT, the first for Analytic Geometry and the last for both. Next year, Georgia is dropping all EOCTs, along with the Criterion Referenced Competency Tests (CRCTs) in elementary and middle school, in favor of the new Georgia Milestones assessment in grades 3-12. Georgia Milestones will be aligned to the Common Core Georgia Performance Standards (CCGPS) in English/language arts and mathematics and Georgia Performance Standards (GPS) in science and social studies. The GPS was the state curriculum prior to the adoption of the Common Core. State education officials warned the results from the first Milestones offering next year will likely be lower than this year until students become accustomed to the higher rigor. “The Analytic Geometry and Coordinate Algebra results [this year] give us another look at the new level of increased expectation for student achievement that is coming with Georgia Milestones. The expectations to meet standards are significantly increasing,” said State Schools Superintendent John Barge. When asked how much
While [this year’s] results seem low and different from what we are used to seeing, they are in line with what many national assessments say Georgia’s students [are at].” JOHN BARGE State Schools Superintendent lower math scores can go when a significant number of students are failing the current tests, Barge said students must rise to the expectations at the national level. “While [this year’s] results seem low and different from what we are used to seeing, they are in line with what many national assessments say Georgia’s students [are at]. We must address this headon so our students leave our schools with the best preparation possible to succeed in life after high school,” said Barge. Summary of 2014 EOCT results among Georgia students: • 93 percent met or exceeded the standard for American Lit-
erature and Composition. (+2) • 88 percent met or exceeded the standard for Ninth Grade Literature and Composition. (+2) • 85 percent met or exceeded the standard for Physical Science. (+2) • 81 percent met or exceeded the standard for Economics/ Business/Free Enterprise. (+2) • 75 percent met or exceeded the standard for Biology. (+1) • 73 percent met or exceeded the standard for U.S. History. (n/c) • 40 percent met or exceeded the standard for Coordinate Algebra. (+3) • 35 percent met or exceeded the standard for Analytic Geometry. (n/a)
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ORLANDO, Fla. — The North Georgia Magic made it to the Elite 8 and finished fifth place at the AAU DII National Championship Tournament in Orlando at the ESPN Wide World of Sports. The Lady Magic were 8-1 for the tournament and finished the season with several championship trophies and a Youth Basketball of America state title in the ninth-grade division. Ten of the 12 players on the team are from Forsyth County and will be attending Forsyth County high schools this year as freshmen. Pictured from left in the back row are Tatum Shipes, Sidney Chason, Cassie Markle, Jaleah Greene, M.E. Craven and Haley Simpson. In front row are Bella Caracciolo, Ansley Payne, Addie Harris, Sydney Rumble, Amber Jones and Skylar Aledia. Coaches are Matt Rumble, Doug Markle and Chad Jones. –Shannon Weaver
Lambert cross country to host 6th Longhorn 5K SUWANEE, Ga. — The Lambert High School cross country team will host the sixth annual Longhorn 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, Aug. 16. The event will be on the Lambert High campus, 805 Nichols Road in Suwanee. The
Longhorn 5K race begins at 8:30 a.m. At 9:30 a.m., the 1-mile fun run starts. The race winds around the grounds of Lambert High School and Sharon Elementary, beginning and ending at the stadium.
Age group, overall and masters medals will be awarded. Race day registration begins at 7 a.m. Parking is available at the stadium. The event costs $25 for the 5K and $15 for the fun run.
Packet pickup will be from 4-7:30 p.m. Aug. 15 through race day at Totally Running, 405 Peachtree Parkway in Cumming. To register, visit bit. ly/1rhGMFv. –Shannon Weaver
MILTON, Ga. – The Hopewell Youth Association (HYA) is offering recreational baseball for kids from 4 to 15 years of age. Bell Memorial Park will be closed this year, as it will undergo a complete renovation in early August. Specific field and park scheduling will depend on numbers of teams in each age group, but in general, HYA will play in the following locations: Fowler Park in Forsyth County – Tee ball for 4 to 8 years old and coach-pitch ages. Hopewell Middle School and Fowler Park – 9-10 years old. Wills Park, Alpharetta – 11-12 years old and 13-15 years old. Information on renovation plans for Bell Memorial Park, scheduled to reopen fall 2015, is available on the HYA website and the city of Milton website. Fall 2014 assessments will be on Saturday, Aug. 2, with teams being formed and practices starting mid-August, and games beginning after Labor Day. –Shannon Weaver
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Crafting a better future for young girl Transplant patient’s family amps efforts By KRISTINA BAK kristina@northfulton.com CUMMING, Ga. — The Service family, of Cumming, was told there might be some “bumps” in the road as Kate Service, 6, recovered from a liver transplant she had in October 2013. Since the procedure, Kate has been re-admitted to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston four times, undergone several liver biopsies and weekly blood tests. These “bumps” are costly, as are the medication and doctor visits Kate will have the rest of her life. “Kate’s been amazing through this,” said William Service, Kate’s father. Lisa Service, Kate’s mother, and Jeanne Donaldson, Kate’s grandmother, created Kate’s Krafts last October to help
raise funds with the help of the Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA). COTA is an organization that provides fundraising assistance for families in need of a lifesaving transplant. The Service family has raised more than $44,000 through events and fundraisers. Their goal is to raise $50,000 by July 31. “We’re getting there,” William said. “Part of our fundraising efforts is to prepare for when Kate becomes an adult, so that she can have the funds to pay her medical bills that she’ll have her entire life.” Kate was diagnosed with liver failure in March 2013. The cost of a liver transplant can often exceed $500,000. For more information, visit www.cotaforkates.com.
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Cumming Dance Academy acquires former ‘Born to Dance’ studio CUMMING, Ga. — In its 11th season of business, Cumming Dance Academy (CDA) is set to open its third location in the area this fall. CDA III will open in the space formerly occupied by Born to Dance studios, 1676 Buford Highway in Cumming. This third satellite location holds two additional studio spaces and will offer classes in ballet, tap, jazz and hip hop for children as young as 2 years old. “We’ve had great success in Cumming over the last decade,” said Niki Watkins, CDA owner and artistic director. “I constantly hear from families in the area that they wish we could bring the studio closer to some of their neighborhoods. CDA III gives us the opportunity to do just that.” Meet and greets will be held from 4-8 p.m. on July 29 and 5-8 p.m. July 30. Families and dancers are
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Crafters present Vincent Murphy selected Hobby Share Fair for FBU Top Gun program CUMMING, Ga. — Crafters and hobbyists will share tips and tricks at Forsyth County Public Library’s Hobby Share Fair. The event will be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 27 at the Cumming Library branch, 585 Dahlonega Road, and will showcase local crafters, hobbyists and vendors. “It’s amazing the creativity and wide variety of hobbies we have in the local area,” said Jennifer Kovac, the Cumming Library information services supervisor. “I believe participants will have a lot of fun discovering new and interesting hobbies.” The Hobby Share Fair will include booth displays and demonstrations of spinning, knitting and creating storybook quilts. Vendors and artists will also display handcrafted polymer clay pieces, accessories designed with recycled materials and special pieces incorporating fluorescent rocks and minerals. The North Georgia Bead Society and the Sawnee Artists Association will also participate in the event. Admission is free and no registration is required. For more information, visit www.forsythpl.org or contact Kovac at 678-513-9393. –Shannon Weaver
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Choose to make positive impact on community For the next generation to create a separation between the people on Main Street and the people on Wall Street — or for that matter, Capitol Hill – we need to grow more of our own food locally alongside an independent, sustainable energy system. Without bureaucracy, corporate subsidies and an inefficient welfare system, we can be free to make genuine choices and have a positive impact on our community. It won’t just appear — it will take years to grow. But we must start somewhere. Any garden is a great place to start, because it immediately removes you from the big government, big oil arrangement to ship subpar food thousands of miles across the country and the world. This arrangement leads to big money for big business. That business corrupts our political system, as companies spend part of their excess profits buying congressmen or hiring them as lobbyists when they lose an election. More than half of our of so-called representatives in Congress are millionaires, and 50 percent go on to take lobbying jobs that pay an average of 1,456 percent better than public service compared to just 3 percent of politicians who became lobbyists in 1974. This arrangement, along with armies of lobbyists, paves the way for massive tax breaks for big oil and big farmers, hidden costs behind our decision to buy from chain grocers or to eat fast food, making food appear cheaper on the shelves because the money has already been taken out of our paychecks. Limiting our dependence upon the government/energy system is the first step to realizing our potential freedom, but the effects will all take place behind the scenes. You will, however, immediately notice a difference in the quality of food. Derek Dollar is head chef at Milton’s Cuisine — perhaps the only restaurant in Georgia that controls the entire food process by growing their garden in an adjacent property, 800 Mayfield Road in Milton. “It was like a whole new world I was opened up to,” said Dollar, recalling his moment of awakening. “Before it was
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just, you call somebody, place and order and here are your beautiful tomatoes in a box. But this is a lot better because, for example, here, when you cut a cucumber open you can see the water dripping out of it. You don’t get that from the store.” You also don’t get to interact with Boy Scout troops who interact with the garden, hundreds of elementary schools
students to help on Earth Day, nor do customers, sipping on their wine, get to walk down to watch the veggies grow before dinner. The process of getting our food slows progress and limits our interaction with each other. It is vital to consider the side-effects every time we buy food. We must choose whether to support oil, chemicals and corporate lobbyists or local farmers with a vested interest in the community. James Carr is working on a book about the local, sustainable movement called “The Jig Is Up.” For more information, visit thejigisup89.com.
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Milton’s Cuisine grows most of the vegetables they use in their dishes in a garden adjecent to the restaurant.
A Q&A with Milton’s Cuisine Peter Kohm and Derek Dollar During my book research, I spent time with Peter Kohm, a master gardener at Milton’s Cuisine, and Derek Dollar, head chef at the restaurant. Here’s an excerpt of our conversation. View the entire interview at NorthFulton.com. What is the process for determining what goes into the garden and onto the menu? PETER KOHM: Derek [Dollar] goes over at least 30 seed catalogues in December, and we’re like kids in the candy store trying to decide what we want to grow. The garden structures Derek’s menu somewhat, down to the granularity. He can say, ‘Peter, I want to grow zucchini for a wedding in June — he can plan that far ahead, or, I want to have red leaf romaine this week on the menu, and we can make that happen. DEREK DOLLAR: Every year, we try to tighten up and get better. There’s always something we can do better. For me, it’s, ‘What more can I put on the menu?’ We do menu changes twice a year, they’re not huge changes but it’s about 50 percent every time. We do what we can to make sure all of [the garden] gets used, so that’s part of it also. The collaboration between Peter and I is hand-in-hand. We start in JanuaryFebruary and Peter starts turning the land in February, and we sort the seeds while it’s still cold outside. KOHM: We picked this squash out of a catalogue in December. It’s unique; you probably won’t find it on any menu here in the South. We’ve never grown it, but it looks unique, and we’re going to give our customers a very different version of yellow squash. In this garden alone, at any given time, you’ll see close to 2,000 tomato plants and you’ll see 15-20 varieties within that. Really esoteric things. We grow everything in an organic practice: nothing comes in the garden and nothing leaves the garden other than vegetables. We’re not certified organic, but we grow under the organic philosophy. We don’t bring in manure, we don’t bring in any other additives from external sources that we don’t know where it came from. How did the garden come to be a part of Milton’s? KOHM: It evolved slowly. This is actually a separate property from Milton’s. We lease it, and the landowner agreed to let, basically, use the back acre. So we’re stewards of it, if you will. We’ve slowly tamed it over the last three years. DOLLAR: It used to all be trees and tall grass. Now there’s just one left, in the middle.
KOHM: Sometimes it feels too small; sometimes it feels too big. Right now, we need more space to grow. What challenges does the farm-to-table face moving forward? KOHM: I think it’s very difficult. If I were an independent farmer, I wouldn’t know what to grow unless I went to [Dollar] ahead of time and asked, “What can I grow for you under contract?” And then Derek, or other chefs like him, would say I want this, that, I’ll take all your green beans, all your squash, whatever. That would be my business plan to justify the seed to table expense. This garden here costs around $20,000 per year to run. A 1-acre garden. It’s a very intensely labored garden, about 60 man hours per week out here. On a business model, is it justified? Probably not. It’s probably a break-even scenario – at best. However, the fact that Milton’s Cuisine and this garden are related, allows them to benefit in ways that don’t commute to the bottom line. But customers love it and word of mouth spreads. DOLLAR: We’ve had several discussions over the four years I’ve been here about how we quantify the garden. My bosses want to know how this is making us money. But you can’t quantify it. The press alone, you can’t get that anywhere else. If we had to pay someone to do this, it wouldn’t be a win-win situation. It’s priceless to us and to the people who come here, because there isn’t anything else like this. KOHM: Once you come here and you get this whole thing, fresh, local organic and you taste it, you’ll be coming back and you’ll tell three people about it. That’s sort of the romantic part of the garden to us. It’s got its own organic growth – word of mouth. We could probably do press releases and send people like you all kinds of information about it, but the garden is gaining traction on its own. On Sunday, we’ll have close to 100 people out here sitting in the garden in 92 degrees having dinner. And they’ll spend $125 a person for it. DOLLAR AND KOHM: And they’ll love it (laughter). KOHM: We really enjoy that, and that’s what keeps us reinvesting in it. We take a lot of effort to make it a meticulously pleasurable experience as well as a functional one. It’s a 12-month garden. We have a schedule through December. As soon as something’s pulled out, there’s something scheduled to go back in. Whatever can handle the colder weather. Every single part of this garden will be planted for 12 months per year.
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Kelsey Hirsch awarded scholarship for service Kohl’s awards three Atlantaarea youths $1,000 scholarship CUMMING, Ga. — Three local students were awarded $1,000 scholarships. Kelsey Hirsch, 14, of Cumming, and two other Atlantaarea students received the funds for their community service. Hirsch, a South Forsyth High School student, and nearly 200 volunteers received scholarships through Kohl’s Department Stores’ Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program. Hirsch created Bands4RAINN, a nonprofit organization that raises money through the sale of arm bands for victims of sexual abuse. Through various fundraisers, Hirsch raised nearly $22,000 for the cause as of July 16. Her goal is $30,000. “After hearing from my parents about the allegations of
abuse by Jerry Sandusky, I decided that I wanted to make a difference and make the community service component of my HIRSCH bat mitzvah preparation toward helping survivors,” Hirsch said on her website. Other Atlanta-area regional scholarship recipients include Olivia Ries, 11, from Fayetteville and Ivana Warren, 12, of Stone Mountain. “We commend these bright volunteers for being inspiring examples for others as they have made a difference in their own communities and touched the lives of others through
Help Kelsey Hirsch reach her goal of $30,000. Visit rainnmakers. rainn.org/ bands4rainn. their efforts,” said Bevin Bailis, Kohl’s spokesperson. Each regional-level winner qualifies for one of Kohl’s 10 national scholarships, which will be announced at the end of July. National winners will each receive $10,000 in scholarships. Kohl’s will also donate $1,000 to a nonprofit organization on each national winner’s behalf. For more information about the scholarship program, visit www.kohlskids.com. –Shannon Weaver
Rep. Duncan shares philosophy with VVA CUMMING, Ga. — A state representative addressed a local Vietnam veterans’ organization at their monthly meeting July 7. State Rep. Geoff Duncan (26th District) said many of Georgia’s and America’s ills can be fixed by not spending above people’s means and by everyone taking personal responsibility for their actions. Duncan, who begins his second term in January in the Georgia General Assembly, told the Cumming chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America that economic recovery can be attained with a three-part plan: produce more goods, spend less and become energy
independent. The Republican lawmaker said bigger government is never going to be the fix for poverty. The Cumming chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America meets the first Monday each month at the Golden Corral Restaurant at 2025 Market Place Boulevard for dinner at 6 DUNCAN p.m. and meeting at 7 p.m. All Vietnam-era veterans are invited to attend. –Shannon Weaver
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By HATCHER HURD hatcher@northfulton.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Picante Grill is a quiet little Tex-Mex cantina up Ga. 9 just a stone’s throw north of McFarland Road, but it is well worth the stop. The food is authentic, drinks are a generous pour and the hospitality is pure Chicago-style. Yep, I said Chicago. John Bartkowski is a Chicago native (no relation to a former Falcon of that name) who loved it there until the Manufacturing Belt turned into the Rust Belt. That sent him and his family south for greener pastures and better opportunities. He had family who owned Mexican restaurants in Atlanta and began working for them, learning what he liked best about hospitality and food. “I always wanted a place of my own – a place where I could do it my way,” Bartkowski said. “So we had this opportunity and we took it. I’ve put my heart and soul into this place.” Bartkowski, wife Isabel, sons Wes and Jonathan and niece Brenda Rivera are the core of what makes Picante special. They just naturally like people, and people seem to like them. Urbanspoon Atlanta, the
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Atlanta Fine Homes to market Manor Country Club ATLANTA — Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty founders Jenny Pruitt, chief executive officer, and David Boehmig, president, announced that the firm will represent the Manor Golf and Country Club as an exclusive New Homes Community. The Manor Golf and Country Club’s 1-plus-acre home sites have been released for purchase, priced from the high $100,000s, with new home construction beginning at $1 million. Two of the firm’s leading agents, Julie Allan and Jennifer Genovese, will spearhead the Manor Golf and Country Club sales and marketing. In addition to custom homes, a number of existing new and re-sale residences are also available. Anne Schwall and Bill Rawlings, vice president and managing broker of the North Atlanta office, described Manor Golf and Country Club as “unparalleled in its design, from exquisitely appointed homes, superb landscaping, winding roads, golf course and clubhouse to home site positioning and unparalleled amenities.” For more information, visit www.themanorhomes.com.
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Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty’s marketing team member Julie Allan, center, tries a put on a putting green at the Manor Golf and Country Club as Anne Schwall, left, vice president of the New Homes Group, encourages her and Jennifer Genovese, right, holds the pin.
Forsyth County mid-year housing report At various times throughout the year, we have looked at the year-overyear numbers for single-family home sales in Forsyth County. The importance of comparing the numbers to the previous year rather than the previous month is so we can see seasonally what housing is doing in our area. We know that it wouldn’t prove surprising to know that there are fewer home sales in December than there are in July. Now that we are halfway through the year, we can take a more encompassing look at the housing market. With that in mind, we have the following chart showing single-family sales, comparing the first six months of this year to last year. The numbers do correlate with what we have seen on a monthly basis, which is that the number of home sales have declined from last year, and a 25 percent drop is pretty hefty. Asking prices have risen, which has resulted in higher average sales prices and higher median sales prices. Finally, days on market are shorter. The question most people what to know is what will we see moving forward? Federal Reserve Chairwoman Ja-
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WCAA announces Williams new president ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Window Coverings Association of America announced July 1 that Michele Williams was elected president of the organization. Williams is the owner of The Scarlet Thread, in Alpharetta. Williams runs a life and business coaching practice and business education around the country WILLIAMS as well as window treatment design and fabrication services. For more information, visit www.ScarletThreadConsulting.com or www.wcaa.org.
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Veterinarian Specialists will serve Johns Creek JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Mary Schick, a veterinary dermatologist, and her team at Atlanta Veterinary Specialists began construction on a 26,000-squarefoot animal emergency and specialty hospital in Johns Creek. AVS, 7350 McGinnis Ferry Road in Johns Creek, will also serve Forsyth and Gwinnett counties with 24/7 care. A grand opening is expected for late September or early October. AVS also has a Roswell practice, 280 South Atlanta Street. Visit www.atlvet.com for more information.
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UNG selects new Health Sciences and Professions dean DAHLONEGA, Ga. — The University of North Georgia (UNG) selected Teresa Conner-Kerr as the inaugural dean for the university’s College of Health Sciences and Professions, effective Aug. 1. Conner-Kerr was recently professor and chair of the Department of Physical Therapy in the School of Health Sciences at Winston-Salem CONNER-KERR State University in North Carolina. “I believe UNG has a strong foundation to become an innovation hub for this region and state,” Conner-Kerr said. “The university’s broad platform, focused leadership and the region’s growth rate provide an optimal mix to capitalize on the many
Stars and Strikes re-opens Cumming location CUMMING, Ga. — A new look was unveiled during a ninth anniversary and grand re-opening celebration for Stars and Strikes in Cumming. On July 12, Stars and Strikes Cumming hosted a grand re-opening and ninth anniversary celebration. Stars and Strikes has put nearly $1 million into improving their Cumming location over the past several years, including significant investments in laser tag, bumper cars and arcade games. For more information, visit www.StarsAndStrikes.com or call 678-965-5707.
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7TH ANNUAL CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER SUMMER SPLASH
Make a big splash at the coolest event this summer, the Seventh Annual Summer Splash! Float in a kayak, canoe or raft and beat the heat in your six-mile journey of discovery down the Chattahoochee River. The Summer Splash is hosted by Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Sandy Springs Hospitality & Tourism. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. July 26, Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Cochran Shoals unit, Powers Island entrance. 5450 Interstate North Parkway, Sandy Springs. Please call 678-538-1200.
JAZZ ON THE LAWN SUMMER SERIES
Callanwolde’s Jazz on the Lawn showcases a lineup of Atlanta’s finest jazz treasures performing a mix of classic and contemporary jazz, swing, fusion, smooth and blues. Show begins at 7:30 p.m. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center. 980 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta. Please call 404-872-5338 or visit callanwolde.org.
GROVEWAY ANNUAL COMMUNITY DAY
Fun for the entire family. A day of hot fish, car show, health screenings, games for the kids and adults. Kids’ activities are free. Vendors will be available. The event supports the Groveway Community Group, the oldest nonprofit civic organization in Roswell. Bring school supplies to be donated. To participate in the car show, registration is $30 day of event. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, July 26. Waller Park, 250 Oak St., Alpharetta. Please call 770-993-4243.
An evening of splendor with enchanting and thought provoking spoken word performances from some of Atlanta’s flourishing poets. Performers sign up 6:30 - 7 p.m. Friday, July 25. The Open Mind Center. 1575 Old Alabama Rd., #213, Roswell. Please call 678-243-5074 or visit theopenmindcenter.com
water rights. In the middle of that controversy are two more rivalries. One between a cowboy called Curley and a hired hand named Judd, both in love with Laurey. Show times are at 8 p.m. on Thurs. July 24 - Sat. July 26 and 3 p.m. on Sun. July 27. Please call 770-781-9178 or visit playhousecumming.com.
PADDLE WITH A RANGER
Bring your own canoe or kayak and join Ranger Jerry Hightower for a float on the Chattahoochee River. Paddle a 3 mile section of the Chattahoochee River. 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Cochran Shoals unit, Powers Island entrance. 5450 Interstate North Parkway, Sandy Springs. Please call 678-538-1200 to make your reservation.
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
Come out with friends and family for the 2nd annual movie night. The movie will be Mr. Peabody and Sherman. Activities begin at 6:30 p.m. with free face painting, bounce houses and popcorn. Friday, July 25. Johns Creek Dental Town. 4330 Johns Creek Pkwy, Suwannee. Please call 770-622-1515. will be live music, along with food and beverages. A raffle for $1 will give you the chance to win gift certificates. All proceeds from the raffles and services will be donated to The Drake House. Starts at 12 p.m. on Sunday, July 27. Dea Salon + Boutique. 900 Mansell Rd. Ste 14, Roswell. Please call 770587-4712 or visit the drakehouse.org.
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Join the fun for an exciting day of crafters, vendors and artists under one roof to celebrate Christmas in July. Shop early and get holiday gifts for friends and family. The event is free to attend and is from 10 a.m.4 p.m. on Sat. July 26. JVC Event Center. 1580 E. Park Place Blvd. Suite B, Stone Mountain. Please visit ChristmasJuly2014.eventbrite.com.
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THEATER» CUMMING PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS OKLAHOMA
Come spend an evening at the Cumming Playhouse to see the play Oklahoma. The show is set in the Indian territory at the turn of the century when cattlemen and farmers were fighting over fences and
Shakespeare’s most popular comedy deals with the universal theme of love and its complications: lust, disappointment, confusion, marriage. The plot focuses on three parallel stories: the trials and experiences of two sets of lovers camping in a magical forest, the world of the Fairy King and Queen and their elves, and a group of rough craftsmen attempting to stage a production of “Pyramus and Thisby” for the wedding of the Duke of Athens. Directed by Margarita Moldovan, Becca Martell, Vicki Daly and Marty Wallis. All seats $18, and visit our website for season ticket options. July 25 - 26. Showtimes vary. Performing Arts North at the Dancing Goat Theatre. 10700 State Bridge Rd., Johns Creek. Please call 770-772-0762 or visit https:// performingartsnorth.org.
RACES & BENEFITS» THE DRAKE HOUSE CUT-A-THON
The Drake House is having a Cut-AThon to help raise money for their program. Haircuts are $15 and there
HEROES IN RECOVERY 6K
Walk or run in this year’s Heroes in Recovery 6K. The charity beneficiary for this year’s event is MARR’s Right Side Up (RSU), which offers longterm residential drug and alcohol treatment for women with dependent children under 13 years old. The 6k is on the Riverwalk Trail, following along the Chattahoochee River. The race starts and finishes at Riverside Park. Starts at 7:30 a.m. on Thurs. July 24–Sat. July 26. 575 Riverside Rd., Roswell. Please visit heroesinrecovery. com.
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Milan Eye Center welcomes eye cosmetic surgeon Dr. Kiran Sajja Milan Eye Center is excited to announce the arrival of Dr. Kiran Sajja, a Board-Certified ophthalmologist specializing in functional and cosmetic eyelid and facial surgery. Dr. Sajja has a unique blend of experience, compassion and artistry that he shares with each and every patient. With the addition of Dr. Sajja, Milan Eye Center will expand the unsurpassed level of care and services provided to the Atlanta community. Dr. Sajja cares for patients with a wide variety of conditions, including eyelid droopiness, eyelid bagginess, and tearing. Eyelid ptosis or “eyelid droopiness” is most often related to stretching or detachment of the muscle used to open your eyes. Over time, this condition can interfere with your vision resulting in a decreased field of view or overall dimming of your vision. Common complaints often include needing more light to read, difficulty driving, and headaches. Eyelid ptosis is often associated with a tired or disinterested appear-
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insurance. Eyelid dermatochalasis or “eyelid bagginess” is related to stretching and thinning of the eyelid skin. This often affects both the upper and lower eyelids giving a puffy or wrinkled appearance. At times, the excess skin can rest on or over your eyelashes interfering with your vision. Other common complaints include eyelid redness or itchiness, tearing, or headache. Women often note difficulty applying and maintaining eye make-up, such as mascara, eyeliner or eye shadow. This condition can be significantly improved with an easy outpatient surgical procedure. An evaluation with Dr. Sajja would determine if the procedure is
covered by your medical insurance. Tearing or “watery eyes” can be separated into two main issues: producing too many tears or not effectively draining the tears away. Common complaints include blurred vision, itchiness, redness and discharge. During an evaluation with Dr. Sajja, he will perform a comprehensive examination of your eyes and your tear drainage system to determine the possible causes of your watery eyes. Based on your symptoms and examination, Dr. Sajja will
discuss a treatment regimen including diet, medication and surgical intervention. Many procedures are performed in the office with little to no down time; and are often covered by your medical insurance. In addition, Dr. Sajja has considerable experience in cosmetic concerns of the eyelids and face employing advanced surgical techniques and facial injectibles, such as Botox®, Juvederm® XC, Belotero®, and Restylane®. Dr. Sajja will perform a detailed evaluation and provide recommendations to allow you to achieve a bal-
anced, youthful and energetic appearance. Dr. Sajja will be joining Milan Eye Center on June 9th. Call 678-688-4575 for more information on Dr. Sajja and his procedures. Milan Eye Center has four convenient locations around Atlanta: Johns Creek, Cumming, Canton, and Buford. Milan Eye Center is a premier ophthalmology practice and is affiliated with Atlanta’s finest hospitals including Northside Forsyth, Northside Cherokee, and Emory Johns Creek Hospital.
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Kiran Sajja, M.D. Joining Milan Eye Center in June Dr. Sajja’s procedures include: Eyelid Lifts, Blepharoplasty, Botox and Fillers.
Dr. Kiran Sajja is a Board-Certified ophthalmologist who specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of the eyelids, face, orbit and lacrimal system. At Milan Eye Center, Dr. Sajja has dedicated his practice to reconstructive and aesthetic oculofacial plastic surgery.
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Cataracts and advancements in cataract surgery A cataract is a common condition in which the normally clear lens of the eye becomes increasingly cloudy. Compared to KAUFMAN vision with a clear lens, your vision with a cataract my look fuzzy, colors might be muted, and you may experience difficulty reading signs while driving at night. The symptoms of cataracts are progressive and cannot be corrected with glasses or contacts. When symptoms become bothersome or limit your daily activities, it is time to consider treatment. Treatment for cataracts involves removal of the cataract and replacement with an artificial lens. During your cataract procedure, your vision will be restored with the implantation of the intraocular lens (IOL) of your choice. The decision as to which type of IOL you want is an important one, because it will affect how you will see for the rest of your life. IOLs are available with optics that provide a wide range of visual clarity and focusing capabilities. The goal is to give
you the best overall quality of postoperative vision with the lens that is best suited for your eye. Monofocal IOLs provide a single zone of clear focus and are usually targeted to provide clear distance vision when patients do not have astigmatism. Toric Monofocal IOLs or Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery can be used for patients that have astigmatism. Multifocal and Accommodating IOLs can potentially provide a more broad range of vision: near, intermediate, and distance, often with minimal, if any, need for glasses or contact lenses. Patients with astigmatism that want a more broad range of vision can also have it corrected when choosing one of these lenses. Which lens is right for you depends on your ocular health, occupational needs, and lifestyle interests. Many of the steps of cataract surgery that are traditionally performed using handheld instruments can now be completed using the precision of a laser. Although traditional cataract surgery continues to be very successful, laser-assisted cataract surgery has many added benefits over tradition cataract surgery.
3D Imaging – Like a fingerprint, every eye has a unique size and shape. Prior to treatment, the laser system images your eye and makes precise 3D maps of relevant structures. This enables the surgeon to create a tailored treatment plan that is uniquely customized for your eye. Laser Precision – The surgeon can use the laser to create precise incisions, including a circular opening in the lens capsule to access and remove
the cataract. The improved accuracy of the incision helps the surgeon place the new artificial lens where intended. Gentle Approach – The surgeon can use the laser to soften the hard cataract. Softening of the lens with the laser potentially enables the surgeon to more gently remove the cataract and reduce the amount of energy used inside the eye. This may result in less inflammation, and quicker recovery of post-surgical vision.
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If you have been diagnosed with cataracts and are becoming limited in your day to day activities due to the impairment of your vision, today’s advancements in technology and surgical technique have made it the perfect time to consider cataract surgery. Matthew B. Kaufman, MD is the Director of Cataract and Refractive Surgery for North Georgia Eye Clinic, Cumming, GA.
vate Home Care and Transportation. Pam Hodgson owns Senior Helpers with her adult children, Elizabeth Jackson and Matt Fredenberg. Having lived in North Fulton for the past 30 years, Pam has a tremendous heart for helping families with caring for their loved ones. Senior Helpers has specially trained Caregivers (Certified Nursing Assistants mostly) that can provide care anywhere from one hour a day to live-in and 24/7. Senior Helpers is Licensed in the State of Georgia and all employees are
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Cataracts? See your world more clearly.
Your Vision Is Our Priority Leading the way with laser-assisted cataract surgery Our mission has always been to help set the standard in cataract care and lens implantation. Today, our tradition of eye care excellence continues with the introduction of a breakthrough procedure. Now, we are offering laser-assisted cataract surgery, the most advanced technique for cataract surgery available today. After researching and testing the available technologies, we confidently selected the Catalys Femtosecond Laser for our patients. The laser is designed to increase the safety and precision of key aspects of the cataract procedure. The Catalys laser enables us to not only perform bladeless cataract surgery while reducing astigmatism, but also create a precise circular opening in the cataract while softening the cataract prior to its removal. Dr. Kaufman is a leading board certified ophthalmologist in Northern Georgia. Fellowship trained to sub-specialize in laservision correction, corneal disorders, and cataract surgery, he is the Director of Cataract and Refractive Surgery at North Georgia Eye Clinic. Dr. Kaufman graduated with high honors from Vanderbilt University. He also received his Doctor of Medicine from Vanderbilt. Dr. Kaufman completed an internship in internal medicine at the Matthew B. Kaufman, MD University of Virginia and a residency in ophthalmology at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. He elected to further his training by accepting a fellowship in cataract and corneal surgery at the University of California. While in California, Dr. Kaufman had the privilege to train directly with Dr. Peter McDonnell, the current chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Kaufman has also served as a faculty instructor at the University of California and has published articles on topics including LASIK and cataract surgery. He has been the recipient of many awards and honors throughout his professional and academic career.
Potential benefits of laser-assisted cataract surgery: • Precise incisions and capsulorrhexis (a circular opening in the cataract) results in more stable lens position and improved visual performance. • Softening of the cataract helps to reduce the amount of energy required for its removal. Using less energy inside the eye results in less inflammation and often a quicker recovery. • Correction of mild to moderate amounts of astigmatism improves post-operative surgical vision and may reduce the need for glasses.
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Community loses organizer, mother By ALDO NAHED aldo@forsythherald.com CUMMING, Ga. — Patricia Eiko Choquette cared so much for the community. Through Forsyth County Community Connection, she managed and organized those looking for volunteering opportunities with the right nonprofit. Choquette, 52, had been fighting kidney cancer. On Monday, July 14, she died at her home in Cumming. In June, she had received her bachelor’s degree in human services from the University of North Georgia. In addition to being involved in helping promote nonprofits in Forsyth County,
Choquette was a leader at UNG’s Gainesville campus, where she started the National Honors Society chapter and a human services association for students. She also helped to start a community garden. “It was an easy way to get people healthy food,” her daughter Shawn said. Shawn said her mother dropped out of school at 14 to help the family, and when she decided to go back to college, she earned her GED in just two weeks. “She was the smartest person I’ve ever met,” Shawn said. “She could figure out any puzzle.” Choquette, who was born in San Francisco, had also
worked as general manager at Ippolito’s and Decker’s restaurants. On Oct. 5, 1985, she married Timothy Choquette. The couple had three children, daughters Shawn Eiko Choquette, of Cumming; Julia Anne-Michelle Choquette, of Sandy Springs and son T.J. Choquette, of Cumming. “She would do anything for us and always put us first, no matter what,” Shawn said. “She was always there with encouraging words and never let us stop doing what we wanted to do.” Funeral services were held July 21 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church and she was interred at Sawnee View Memorial Gardens.
Proposed changes to Unified Development Code FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed changes to the Unified Development Code on Tuesday, July 29. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. and will present proposed modifications to the singlefamily residential district performance standards, the addition of a new residential district, modifications to existing residential districts’ purpose and intent and addition of regulations regarding private events within the agricultural district,
Crown: Continued from Page 1 for teams either driving in or flying.” Last year, the competition took place in Reno/Tahoe, Nevada with 120 teams in attendance. This year, the event included 14U teams. In all, there were 27 states represented in the 2014 tournament. “Our community has had a positive relationship with the Triple Crown organization for many years,” said James McCoy, president and chief executive officer of CummingForsyth County Chamber of Commerce. “We were pleased to further that relationship with the addition of the Triple Crown USA Nationals, televised by CBS Sports Network.” The 184 teams traveling from 27 states and staying in hotels in the surrounding communities will have a huge economic impact of more than $700,000 during the tournament, said Anna Taylor Barlow, Cumming-Forsyth County director of tourism. “The tournament provides a great attraction for local resi-
including modification to permitted uses. The planning board wants to receive public comment concerning these draft modifications. All residents and any other affected and/or interested parties can attend the hearing held in the Forsyth County Administration Building, 110 East Main St., Suite 220 (Commissioners Meeting Room on second floor) in Cumming. For the current development code, visit www. forsythco.com —Shannon Weaver
dents to enjoy,” Barlow said. “We are excited about furthering our relationship with such a prestigious sports organiza-
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DEATH NOTICES John Gary Barnett, 72, of Marietta, passed away July 10, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Phyllis Brooks Midkiff, 57, of Cumming, passed away July 12, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Joseph Murphy Eudy, 88, of Cumming, passed away July 11, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.
Kevin Miller, of Roswell, passed away July 11, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Ronald Eugene Hastings, 64, of Cumming, passed away July 13, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Jessie Lorine Henderson, 67, of Forsyth County, passed away July 12, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Tina S. Johnson, 60, of Cumming, passed away July 13, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.
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