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‘A silent and hidden killer’ Domestic violence prevalent in Forsyth, North Fulton By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Shandra Dawkins has had a busy three weeks. Since she accepted the position of executive director with Family Haven, a battered women’s shelter in Forsyth County, there have been three high-profile instances of domestic violence in or involving the county, including four deaths. On July 8, Forsyth County
The number for the crisis hotline is 770-887-1121 911 operator Erin Jones, 28, was shot to death by her livein boyfriend, 43, who then killed himself, according to police. On July 17 a 64-yearold woman reportedly shot her 69-year-old husband several times. And, on July 22, Rebecca Manning, 37, was al-
legedly killed by her boyfriend who also killed Manning’s 8- and 9-year old sons, Jared and Jacob Smith. He also shot and critically wounded Manning’s father. “We’ve lost too many lives since I’ve been here,” Dawkins said. “I just got here and thought ‘what is going on?’ The most tragic thing to me was seeing the faces of those two little boys. Their lives were cut short because of
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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — New crayons, lunchboxes galore, the infamous bell — it’s time to go back to school. Forsyth County Schools starts its 2015-2016 school year Thursday, Aug. 6. The total number of students projected for FCS is 44,193, up 1,506 from the end of last year’s total of 42,687. At the end of the last school year, the average daily attendance was 96.3 percent. Forsyth Central High School is projected at 2,108, Lambert High School at 2,946, North Forsyth High School at 2,372, South Forsyth High School at 2,921 and West Forsyth High School at 2,405. The elementary schools’ enrollment projections span from 601 students at Mashburn to 1,357 at Kelly Mill. Middle schools span from 868 at Little Mill to 1,427 at Piney Grove. Jennifer Caracciolo, the Director of Public Information and Communications for FCS, said there is ongoing construction at the high schools, South Forsyth Middle School and Riverwatch Middle School. While some teachers worked all summer on their classrooms, official preparations began July 28. Of those teachers preparing for the first day, 319 will be new to FCS this year. With 4,500 total employees, the district is the seventh largest of 195 school systems in Georgia. “The school system is so important for the economy because people move here because the school system is
so good,” said Board of Education Chair Darla Light during the State of Forsyth County address this past May. “We are growing LIGHT by leaps and bounds, even in the downturn of the economy. We’re working hard.” Among Georgia’s 15 largest districts, FCS has the highest graduation rate, district SAT score and Georgia High School Writing Test score. There are also four National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence and 17 Georgia Schools of Excellence in the county. Because of the district’s accolades, an influx of families have moved into the county. This is causing the county to redistrict this fall to prepare for the opening of Brandywine Elementary School and DeSana Middle School in August 2016. Light addressed overcrowding, a topic often brought up with parents and in public forums including surveys. “What people don’t understand is we can’t just go build schools,” Light said. “The children have to be here before you can build the schools and before the state will give you their portion of the money to build. That’s why it has to get overcrowded before you can build the schools. I think we do a good job and give the schools a lot of flexibility to do what they want to do in their building and what’s best for their children. Overall, we handle it really well.”
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Boy left alone in car while dad, girlfriend eat dinner ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A Smyrna father is accused of leaving his young son alone in a car July 18 while he and his girlfriend ate dinner. According to police, the man and his girlfriend were eating dinner at a restaurant in Avalon about 10 p.m. along with his 6-year-old son. The father had custody of his son for the weekend. The son became sleepy and was put into the car in the parking lot while the adults returned to their meal. Then the boy called his mother on his father’s cell phone. He told his mother, his father’s ex-wife, that he was left alone in the car in a strange place. The mother called 911 who then called the child to confirm the story. The dispatcher said the father returned while he was on the phone with the child and hung up the phone twice before 911 could speak with him. Finally, dispatch was
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Firefighters catch naked man at church FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The firefighters at the Forsyth County Fire Department Engine 2 were in for a sight when they were called to Grace Fellowship Church, 2750 Ronald Reagan Boulevard July 22 after a request for emergency assistance. When they arrived at the church, they saw a naked man run out of the church and jump on the hood of the fire truck before running through the parking lot. They then called the sheriff’s office for emergency assistance. There was a shattered glass door and a fire alarm panel on the ground of the church. Deputies were able to contain the 43-year-old man in a retention pond of the property, but he continued to splash in the muddy water. Deputies went into the water to try and contain the man, but he picked up a piece of wood claiming it’s the cross. After wrestling with the man for 20 minutes, deputies were able to place handcuffs on him and load him into an ambulance. The man was charged with second degree burglary for entering the church with intent to commit a felony, interference with government property, vandalism to a place of worship and criminal damage to property in the second
able to speak with him, telling him how dangerous it was to leave a child alone in a car. A few days later, when the boy was returned to his mother, the mother said the father threatened her for calling police on him and allegedly threatened to kill her. “Please don’t leave a 6-year-old child locked in a car at night while you are at dinner,” pleaded George Gordon with the Alpharetta Public Safety Department. He said any number of hazards could happen to children left unattended. They could have a medical emergency, leave the car or get in other trouble without adults present. “The 6-year-old was bothered enough to call mom from the car,” Gordon said. Gordon said the incident is under investigation and charges, including reckless conduct, may be pending.
degree for damaged to the inside of the church in excess of $25,000.
Drunk ditches cab FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A man taking a taxi home July 25 from the Coo Coo’s Nest decided to jump out and leave it after thinking the driver was taking him to jail. The cab driver called police after the 51-year-old passenger fled the car without paying. The two had a conversation in the cab about going to the Sheriff’s Office, which is why the man said he left. The man hid in the woods from the officers, but they eventually found him and performed a breath test resulting in the man blowing a .159. The officer told the man the cab company was planning on taking a theft of services warrant against him. The officer gave the man a courtesy ride to his apartment, the man asked the officer to give the cab driver $10. The officer said the man is responsible for contacting the driver himself.
Racers charged with DUI after both wreck MILTON, Ga. – Two men were cited for DUI and racing after both vehicles crashed on Morris Road in Milton July 21. According to witnesses, the two vehicles were racing along Morris Road just after midnight when both lost control. They crossed into oncoming traffic, crossing the curb, hitting trees. One vehicle stopped facing the opposite direction, the other car went off the road, hit a tree and landed upside down. The engine was
reportedly torn from the car. Both drivers walked away from the crashes. Speaking to the drivers, police learned both were at a Braves game earlier that night and both worked together. One driver, Jason Edward Cominsky, 43, of Village Green Way, Alpharetta, allegedly said, when challenged to the race, thought, “Oh, I can take him.” Both drivers smelled of alcohol, reported police, and exhibited signs of drinking. Cominksy and the other driver, Joseph Anthony Latour, 23, of Edenham Lane, Cumming, were charged with DUI, failure to maintain lane, racing and reckless driving.
Barricades are there for a reason MILTON, Ga. – A Stone Mountain man was arrested July 21 after passing a police barricade and driving on a suspended license. According to police, they had closed part of Morris Road at 1:40 a.m. to deal with an accident. A patrol car was parked in the middle of the northbound lanes with all lights flashing to block traffic. While police were working on the accident, a car approached. The driver, Yasin Daoud Jabbar, 22, of Stone Mountain, allegedly admitted to driving around the police car. He was found to have a suspended license. Jabbar was charged with driving with a suspended license and driving on a closed roadway.
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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – When stealing a vehicle’s tag, it’s probably a good idea not to park in the same parking lot. A victim told police July 17 he found the temporary license of his vehicle missing. A search of the parking lots around the apartment complex turned up the tag, which had found its way onto another vehicle. This suspect vehicle was unoccupied and was registered to a Bristol Trail address. Employees of the apartment complex said they often saw the vehicle drive through the neighborhood with a young man driving. The tag was returned to the victim.
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DUI arrests ►► Homer Travis Nations, 61,
of Buford was arrested July 21 on Old Atlanta Road in Cumming for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Lorenzo Antonio AcevedoSanchez, 27, of Smyrna was arrested July 24 on Pilgrim Mill Road in Cumming for DUI, failure to maintain lane, driving with an open container of alcohol, no license and failure to stop at a stop sign. ►► Donald Stanley West, 51, of Duluth was arrested July 25 on Peachtree Parkway in Suwanee for DUI and driving on the wrong side of a divided roadway. ►► Trevor A. McGill, 23, of Allendale Drive, Cumming, was arrested July 26 on Mary Alice Park Road in Cumming for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Ronald Stanley Samples, 63, of Court of Earl, Cumming, was arrested July 26 on Veterans Memorial Boulevard. in Cumming for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Jimmy Lamar Cowart, 46, of Commonwealth Road,
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Cumming, was arrested July 23 on Ga. 400 in Cumming for DUI, suspended license, suspended registration, impeding traffic and theft by receiving stolen property. ►► Brian Benjamin Maston, 42, of Dacula was arrested July 24 on James Burgess Road in Suwanee for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Jessica Craig, 38, of Gainesville was arrested July 24 on Ga. 400 in Cumming for DUI, suspended license, giving false information and no license plate. ►► Mehrdad Rafiei, 55, of Lake Pointe Circle, Roswell, was arrested July 7 on Coleman Road in Roswell for DUI, speeding and failure to yield to an emergency vehicle.
Drug arrests ►► Michael Justin Rosetti,
33, of Preston Pointe Way, Cumming, was arrested July 23 on Preston Pointe Way in Cumming for possession of marijuana, wanted person and possession of drug-related items. ►► Lee Ann Stamey, 45, of Mills Lane, Cumming, was arrested July 22 on Spot Road for possession of methamphetamines. ►► Matthews Christian Banta, 39, of Redmond Ridge Circle, Alpharetta, was arrested July 22 on Atlanta Highway in Alpharetta for possession of
marijuana. ►► Saphire Beatrice Sumpter, 25, of Masters Way, Alpharetta, was arrested July 19 on Masters Way in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana. ►► Shawn Patrick Thomas, 31, of Norcross was arrested July 19 on Masters Way in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana and handicapped parking violation. ►► David Kelly Jackson, 24, of Atlanta was arrested July 14 on Ga. 9 in Milton for possession of marijuana, possession of drug-related items, possession of a scheduled I and II controlled substance, broken brake light violation and window tint violation. ►► Jasmine Nicole Harper, 23, of Stone Mountain was arrested July 1 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana. ►► Kenneth Darrly Glover, 30, of Lawrenceville was arrested July 2 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana, failure to maintain lane, tag light violation, driving with an open container of alcohol and suspended license. ►► Monte Aldine Scott, 23, of Atlanta was arrested July 5 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana and no insurance. ►► Patrick O. Price, 43, of Norcross was arrested July 7 on Ga. 9 in Roswell for possession of marijuana.
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Jail set to open in August By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — The new Forsyth County Jail, 100 Courthouse Square, is within 30 days of completion, according to Joe Lee, project manager. In June, Lee said the county was working with a contractor on finalizing the project when rock and unsuitable soil halted construction. “We wish there had been no rock or unsuitable soil,” Lee said. “We would detect rock but it’d be deeper than we’d find. The rock was rising up and we were hitting it, especially in front of jail.” After working through the issues, he said the jail will be open sometime in August.
“We were still working with the contractor when all that happened,” Lee said. “Right now we haven’t completed those discussions, but the material completion date will be based on how the contractor finds the material completion.” Another issue included flooding outside the jail. Lee said that’s about storm drainage, which will be taken care of, and has not damaged the foundation of the jail. The flash flooding that occurred outside the jail this summer was unprecedented, Lee said. Along with the announcement of the opening date, on July 28 the Board of Commissioners approved a third change order to the sum of $1.5 million and a resolution to the budget for the jail for $1.29
million to fund the fourth flood build out and annex and sheriff’s office. The third change order included money for the unsuitable soil and rock that was found and the fire marshal’s changes to the jail/courthouse. The additional resolution to the budget was added because Lee said the project team originally believed they had enough money in the budget to pay for the fourth floor build out and annex, but because those were not in SPLOST 7, builders had to use the money for that to pay for the rock and soil issues. The $1.29 million will be from the general fund as opposed to the jail/courthouse project fund. With all the additions, the budget still comes in under budget by $203,362.
County looking at new trailhead for Greenway Canton Highway a possibility By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — With the fourth phase of the Big Creek Greenway near completion, the county took a look at where they could place another trailhead along the fifth phase of the trail. The Big Creek Greenway is a linear park with open green spaces for people, natural areas for plants and animals and a 12-foot-wide concrete
and boardwalk path winding through the woods along Big Creek. To access the Greenway visitors currently use one of four trailheads, which open a small portion of the path to a parking lot. At their July 28 work session, the Board of Commissioners discussed with Deputy County Manager Tim Merritt the possibility of adding an additional trailhead along the path. The Greenway travels along
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parts of Fulton County, but the Forsyth portion starts at McFarland Parkway. Current trailheads are McFarland Parkway, Union Hill, Fowler Park and Bethelview Road, which is where the Greenway currently ends. The county is in the process of finishing construction of phase four of the Forsyth portion, which will extend the Greenway 2.8 miles from Bethelview Road to Kelly Mill Road. Phase five will lengthen the trail 5.5 miles from Kelly Mill Road to Johnson Road. The four proposed trailheads for the next phases are anticipated at Bethelview Road,
at the Kelly Mill Road and Johnson Road intersection, Canton Highway south of the Highlands at Sawnee Mountain Subdivision at the existing Sawnee Mountain Preserve and the Visitors Center. Merritt said he believes there will be too much space, about a 4.5 mile gap, between these last two trailheads and the county should consider adding in an additional one near Canton Highway. “Right now we have in the budget about $3.7 million to finish phase five and the new
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State Senator Williams’ Forsyth County Gov’t son in critical condition now on Facebook By CAMERON OSBURN and KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com
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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — State Senator Michael Williams’ 17-year-old son, Ammon Williams, is in an induced coma after being involved in what has been called a “freak” skateboarding accident. Williams has asked for prayers for his son, who fell down a hill while riding his longboard skateboard July 22. The rising North Forsyth High School senior was visiting his mother when the accident occurred. His 13- and 15-yearold siblings were with him at the time, according to Seth Weathers, consultant for Williams Ammon has undergone at least one surgery, and doctors are reportedly waiting for swelling to subside and for Ammon to show improvement before determining the next steps. He is currently at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville. The hospital asked that no one visit Ammon so the staff can focus on monitoring his condition.
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County government is now on Facebook. In an effort to provide an additional way of communicating with residents, the official Facebook page of Forsyth County government will present matters of public interest concerning Forsyth County’s programs, activities, news and photos. “We are excited to provide citizens another avenue for staying informed about Forsyth County government,” said Director of Communications Jodi Gardner. Connect with Forsyth County government by visiting the Facebook page located at www.facebook.com/ ForsythCountyGovernment. The Forsyth County government Facebook page is not to be utilized to report
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Sinclair Gas Station opening on hold By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. —Visitors to downtown Cumming can’t help but notice the construction of the new county courthouse and jail. On the same block but easier to miss, perhaps, is a Sinclair gas station that has occupied the corner of Atlanta Road and East Main Street since the ’30s. While it’s been closed for over half a century, the city has big plans for the historic property. Soon. As part of preservation efforts, the city planned to turn the Sinclair gas station into a welcome center and, in 2008, bought the building and property for $730,000. Construction and renovation, including furniture for the planned welcome center, cost between $65,000 and $70,000, bringing the total restoration bill to about $1 million. In the seven years since, the station has been updated and renovated, ready to be put to use as a welcome center, but it is still not open. Crystal Ledford, public information assistant for the city, said the city doesn’t currently have a specific plan or timeline for the project. “We are waiting on the county jail project to be finished since the construction crews park in the area around the station,” Ledford said. “Basically, the Sinclair Station got put on hold with all the courthouse and jail construction. Once all that is totally finished up, our city leaders will probably
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The Sinclair Gas Station has been a downtown Cumming landmark since the 1930s. begin looking at the project again.” Eventually, the welcome center will be run by volunteers who may attempt to guide visitors passing through to stay a while, and perhaps offer directions to those on their way to Lake Lanier. The station has been a part of the fabric of downtown Cumming for over 80 years. The Sinclair logo, a bronto-
saurus, is a quaint reminder of a time gone by. Mayor H. Ford Gravitt said he used to wash cars at the station as a young man. “The reason for restoring the old building is that was the first service station in the city of Cumming that had electricity,” Gravitt said. “We think the station is about 85 years old.”
The welcome center’s exterior was restored to look just like it did back in the station’s heyday of the 1930s. Some of the furnishings at the welcome center include an old gas pump and other Sinclair memorabilia, and, yes, there is a green dinosaur or two, ready and waiting for a time when they can once again usher visitors on down the road.
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A good mechanic is hard to find It is amazing to consider that we use so many objects on a day-to-day basis and yet possess no knowledge whatsoever of how they work. Like your fridge, for instance. You may know cooling occurs, and I know it has something to do with coils (whatever they are) and yet all I have to do is plug my fridge in and it has the ability to slow the inevitable rotting of my vegetables, keep my meats from turning green and hold my beer at optimal swilling temperature. I have used a fridge every day of my life in one way or another and yet have no clue how it works. For me, the same can be said for cars. I have driven every day for the last decade and still I have no idea how cars work. In the past, I have talked to mechanics when a car issue arises and it does not take them long to figure out that I couldn’t tell the difference between a transmission and transmogrification. Therefore, I have encountered many mechanics who tell me that, “Your buttress aspergillum needs to be replaced or else it will cause a failure of your ogdoad piacular.” And because I have no idea what they are saying, I nod my head as if to say “I knew that was the issue!” and pay a ridiculous sum for imaginary fixes. So it has been quite a challenge for me to find a mechanic who will explain the problem in way that I can understand (read: treat me like the mechanical imbecile that I am) and yet not try to dupe me with unnecessary or imaginary fixes. However, I think I may have found just that. Since I purchased my current car two years ago, I have taken it to Express Oil Change & Service Center on Haynes Bridge Road.
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With a new school year starting soon, I wanted to look back and see how students entering kindergarten and high school compare to my generation. I often think anyone near my age, give or take 10 years, had a similar upbringing and comparable experiences. Those of us in the millennial generation – generally, anyone born in the early 1980s to the early 2000s - grew up educating ourselves how to use computers and the Internet because our parents and teachers were also learning at the same time. We are a group of quick learners who are still sometimes stereotyped as lazy or unmotivated. This year’s kindergarteners are not part of my generation. They are members of Generation Z. When the 5-year-olds going to school for the first time this year were born, I was graduating from high school. Their president has always been black, and many of them (because they’re 5) probably don’t understand the significance of that fact. The ninth-graders entering high school were roughly the first round of Generation Z and probably think anything before the year 2000 is ancient. As a child, I had a hard time understanding how people
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Many of these children only recognize the floppy disk icon as a save button and the # symbol simply means “hashtag” to them. lived without color TV. These kids must have a difficult time imagining how every person in my generation and beyond didn’t have their own iPad or smart phone. By the way, Apple stores didn’t even begin opening until 2001. A lot of these kids haven’t
lived without a GPS built into their phones. Many of these children only recognize the floppy disk icon as a save button and the # symbol simply means “hashtag” to them. They’ve probably also never struggled with having to get offline when trying to make a phone call. As bad of a reputation as millennials sometimes have, Generation Z’s will probably be worse. They’re already stereotyped as “screen addicts” because, growing up, technology has always been abundant and plentiful. It’s unfortunate that they are already burdened with such negative implications. While there are always some who ruin it for the bunch, there’s no doubt that these children will grow up to advance medicine and technology more than any generation before them simply because they know how it all works. They are digital natives, members of the most tech-savvy and connected generation ever. Coming from “the worst generation,” I know how hard it is to be labeled just because of your age. But, for those in the classes of 2019 and 2028, just remember this: Soon you’ll rule the world.
Why are we afraid of the elderly? This may sound and feel somewhat controversial, but let’s suspend judgment for a moment and take a look at how we behave. Everything we see in the media and on TV shows us that young, tight skin is the ideal. Botox, plastic surgery, makeup, skin creams, Photoshop; the list goes on. Partying like you’re 21 has become an entire lifestyle that carries on into our 30s, 40s… don’t get me wrong, letting loose and having fun is a crucial part of being human and feeling creative and connected to others. However, when partying becomes escapism from facing ourselves, what does this teach our children, what does this say about us, and what message does it send to our elders? You’ve heard the phrase, “respect your elders,” mostly from parents and grandparents. In most cultures, your elders live with your family until their dying day. Now we have “homes.” Have you experienced a “home?” Some are beautiful and some are not, but overall
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there is the energy of sadness, finality and isolation in these places. It seems as though we put our elderly away in a place where we don’t have to see the perceived burden of aging. Why do we do this? Fear. We fear getting older, because all those who are past their 20s start complaining about things sagging, breaking down and getting harder to understand. This is culturally and socially acceptable. We fear no longer feeling relevant in society. The perception is that getting older goes hand in hand with negative experiences. Ultimately, we fear the unknown: death. Hollywood, the media and many funerals show us that death is a scary experience. Of course, the pain that the survivors of loved ones who die
is very palpable and real. When it comes to death itself, most people have no idea what the actual experience is like. We hear people and even professionals say things like, “she may have suffered greatly,” or, “he didn’t feel any pain.” How do they know? Is it possible that they are perpetuating ideas based on learned knowledge rather than experience that we as a species have accepted and now hold deeply in our core belief system? The next time you see an elderly person, try your best to breathe deeply and squash the fear you feel. Greet them warmly or ask them a question, you may be surprised at what they have to say and how it can positively affect your day and even the rest of your life. Don’t respect your elders because someone told you to. Respect them because one day you will be them. Hold the hope that you will feel at peace with yourself and your life at that stage. Hold the hope that people will be genuinely interested in you and the wisdom you’ve gained.
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Lifeline volunteers recognized for 31 years of service GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Lifeline, an affiliate of Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC), recently recognized volunteers who work with the emergency response system during a luncheon at Lake Lanier Island’s Legacy Lodge Resort & Conference Center. Volunteers were honored for 31 years of commitment to preserving the dignity of the physically disabled, medically at-risk and senior adults in our community. Lifeline is a Personal Emergency Response Service (PERS) that enables senior adults living at home to get assistance quickly when needed. When a senior pushes the Personal Help Button, an emergency certified Lifeline Associate responds, assesses the situation and contacts one of the senior’s designated responders. These responders can be friends, neighbors or relatives who live within 10 to 15 minutes of the home. If no one is available, the Lifeline Associate will immediately contact 911. Medical Center Auxiliary volunteers Jim Telford and his wife founded Lifeline of Northeast Georgia Medical Center 31 years ago. The two formed and co-chaired a committee to research emergency response systems. As of today, Lifeline
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Registration open for Forsyth Fire Dept. Citizens’ Fire Academy Free program educates citizens about fire and emergency services FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – The Forsyth County Fire Department is once again inviting citizens interested in learning more about Forsyth County’s fire and emergency services to sign up for a free 10-week Citizens’ Fire Academy. Participants in this program will gain an inside look at the profession of firefighters by learning about the variety of services offered by the fire department, learning about fire and firefighting equipment and interacting with first responders. The Citizens’ Fire Academy debuted in 2014, providing participants with a unique opportunity for insight into the fire department operations. “The Citizens’ Fire Academy is an exceptional way for local residents to learn what it is like to be a firefighter,” said Fire Chief Danny Bowman. “We are proud to once again offer this program to engage our citizens and share with them information about the many services the Forsyth County Fire Department provides every day.” The upcoming session of
Sign up today Submit completed application packets by August 17 to: Mail: Forsyth County Fire Department ATTN: Rebecah Green 3520 Settingdown Road Cumming, GA 30028 Fax: 770-781-2194 E-mail: rlgreen@forsythco. com the Citizens’ Fire Academy will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on 10 consecutive Tuesday evenings and one CPR certification class on Saturday, October 17. The session begins Tuesday, September 1 and continues through November 3 with final end-of-session activities on Saturday, November 7. The course will be held at Fire Department Headquarters at the Forsyth County Public Safety Complex located at 3520 Settingdown Road. Participants must be 18 years of age or older, have no prior felony conviction, pass an acceptable background check
Captain Joey Smith assists a Citizens’ Fire Academy participant. and be a resident of Forsyth County. Participants must be willing to make a 10-week commitment to the program. Those interested in applying for the Citizens’ Fire Academy must submit a completed application, a signed and notarized liability release
and a signed and notarized confidentiality agreement. The application packet is available on the Fire Department page on the Forsyth County website at www.forsythco.com. Space in the program is limited. Please note that if submitted via fax or e-mail, original
copies should be retained by applicants to turn in during the first meeting of the Citizens’ Fire Academy. For more information about the Citizens’ Fire Academy, call the Forsyth County Fire Department Fire Marshal’s Office at 678-455-8072.
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Pictured from left are District 2 Commissioner Brian R. Tam, Commission Chairman R.J. (Pete) Amos, Chief Superior Court Judge Jeffrey S. Bagley, Superior Court Judge David L. Dickinson, Superior Court Judge Philip Smith, District 5 Commissioner Jim Boff, District 4 Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills and District 3 Commissioner Todd Levent.
Board of Commissioners recognized by Superior Court judges FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — At their July 16 meeting, the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners were presented a Resolution of Appreciation by the judges of the Superior Court of the Bell-Forsyth Judicial Circuit. The Resolution recognized the commissioners for their support of the new Forsyth County Courthouse, which opened in March. “The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners has demonstrated an unwavering com-
mitment to improving access to justice for the citizens of Forsyth County,” Chief Superior Court Judge Jeffrey S. Bagley read from the Resolution. The Resolution also praised the Board of Commissioners for their diligent efforts to ensure that the new courthouse was designed to accommodate both today’s justice system needs as well as the demands of future growth. —Kathleen Sturgeon
Local novelist wins 2015 Georgia Author of the Year award ATLANTA — Novelist and Forsyth County resident, David Darracott, has been named 2015 Georgia Author of the Year for his suspense novel, “Wasted”, in the detective/mystery category. The Georgia Writers Association announced winners June 27 at its annual banquet at Kennesaw State University.
A resident of Forsyth County and frequent speaker at libraries and literary gatherings, Darracott said he was DARRACOTT gratified and appreciative to receive such
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N-Step Dance Academy rounds out stellar season FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga.—The N-Step Dance Academy’s 2014-2015 Performing Arts Company (PAC) attended four regional competitions this season, received the Teen Miss Bravo crown and all of their dances qualified for the StarSystems National Dance Competition in Panama City Beach, Fla. From July 15-July 19, the PAC competed in the national competition and received first place National Champions for the mini, junior, and teen division in both the competitive and elite divisions. On July 19, the N-Step Dance Academy Performing Arts Company received Top Scoring Shooting Star Studio and was crowned Grand National Champion.
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The PAC’s winning production number included all of their dancers, ages seven and up. The N-Step Dance Academy is owned and directed by Alexis Kozar. The Performing Arts Company instructor is Amanda
Gerster. N-Step Dance Academy will be holding auditions for their 2015-2016 Performing Arts
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four years old prior to September 1). The registration fee for the 2015 Fall Recreational Baseball and Softball League is $70 per child for county residents and $84 per child for non-county residents. Registrations will be taken at the county’s three recreation centers, located at Central Park, Fowler Park and Old Atlanta Park, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturday, August 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registrations will also be accepted via fax, mail and online at www. forsythco.com/parks. Mailed or faxed
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FCS principals participate in professional development event Discovery Educator Network Principal Summit uses digital media SILVER SPRING, Md. — Forsyth County Schools’ Jennifer Vanderbunt, assistant principal at Whitlow Elementary, and Melinda Castleberry, principal at Whitlow Elementary, recently joined 48 fellow principals from across the U.S and Canada for the 2015 DEN Summer Institute (DENSI) Principal Summit. This is an immersive, four day-long professional development and networking experience. A global community of education professionals supported by Discovery Education, the Discovery Educator Network (DEN) connects members across school systems and around the world through social media, virtual conferences, and in-person events, fostering valuable networking, idea sharing and inspiration. The professional learning experience was held July
9-12 at American University in Washington, D.C. During the DENSI Principal Summit 2015, Vanderbunt and Castleberry learned new strategies for using technology and digital content to energize their own leadership and empower their teachers from nationally recognized speakers, Discovery Education experts and their peers. Summit attendees also participated in a number of interactive workshops led by the Discovery Education professional development team and other DEN members, and engaged in dialogue on topics such as supporting teachers through the digital transition, digital literacy across the curriculums, building their school’s brand and how to showcase their school’s success to the community. “We are honored to have
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By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNT Y, Ga. — The Collection at Forsyth, an outdoor shopping mall, could soon be adding housing to its complex. The Board of Commissioners heard from Ethan Underwood, an attorney with Miles, Hansford and Tallant, as he gave a presentation on The Collection Expansion Initiative. “We are asking to help expand The Collection,” Underwood said. “It is the commercial center of south Forsyth County and we want to make sure we’re continuing to attract excellent tenants.” The Collection, 410 Peachtree Parkway, needs to evolve into a true mixed-use development, Underwood said. “When you’re competing with internet sales, retail is hard,” Underwood said. “You really have to make shopping an experience rather than just going into a store. We want to make The Collection the commercial jewel of Forsyth County and utilize it to its fullest extent.” Part of the initiative would include a town center with a town green where concerts, plays and special events could be held. Underwood said they are looking to create a mixed use with a 24-hour customer base for residents living on site, additional offices, retail area and park space. One thing The Collection has over other similar developments, he said, is the fact retail is already there and residential would come next,
which is opposite of most developments. “A lot of mixed-use developments have said they want to build but need a residential first,” Underwood said. “I’m not aware of any folks who go with the commercial component of that. This is a development where we already have commercial on the ground. Now we want to utilize the residential.” Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills said she thinks it could help the retail already at The Collection. “[Residents] wanted commercial and now they want residential,” Mills said. “The fact of the matter is your commercial will live if you have the residential around it. A lot of [The Collection’s] commercial component is dying because it doesn’t have residential.” There would be about 300 housing units, Underwood said, all with one to two bedrooms. Because of the pressure
We want to make The Collection the commercial jewel of Forsyth County and utilize it to its fullest extent.” ETHAN UNDERWOOD, Attorney with Miles, Hansford and Tallant
on schools to avoid overcrowding, Underwood said they are not looking into making threebedroom units. Ultimately, Underwood said they’re looking to create an atmosphere where work-
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MILTON, Ga. – Milton is the home for the first Georgia location of Children’s Learning Adventure, a fast-growing preschool, child care, afterschool and summer-camp company. It is located at 13175 Cogburn Road in Milton, at the corner of Cogburn Road and Windward Parkway. Boasting a library, indoor gym, gardening corner, child-sized working kitchen and even a couple of Brunswick bowling lanes, the $12 million, 25,000-square-foot building aims to keep children not only occupied but also learning. The “media room” features broadcasting and karaoke equipment to build public-speaking skills and confidence. “We want to keep the stimulation with the children and foster an interest in learning,” said Melody Prince, senior operations training specialist. A lot of the lessons and features are centered around helping the children retain their lessons. For instance, when learning the alphabet,
they hear “A is for apple,” then go plant apple seeds and make apple tarts to sell in the make-believe market. “We want them to have real-life experiences that will last with them,” Prince said. About 1,000 people attended the school’s grand opening July 20, Prince said, noting that’s quite a show of support from the community. With 45 employees currently, the goal is to build a workforce of about 80. There is a capacity of just over 400 children in the building. The school began in Arizona and has since expanded into Nevada, Colorado, Oklahoma, Texas and now Georgia. Already, a second school is planned for nearby Johns Creek. Prince said the company is growing quickly. Within the next five years, the company hopes to have 200 locations nationwide. Prince said ultimate plans are to go international as well. “We open where we are needed,” Prince said, “and every market needs us right now.” For information on Children’s Learning Adventure, visit them online at www. childrenslearningadventure. com.
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nior services - care, medications, dining, housekeeping, maintenance and transportation. City officials say the facility will provide more than 60 high-paying jobs. The community will be conveniently located at the intersection of Ga. 9 and Webb Road in Milton. It is the first of five in the Atlanta area to be developed by Centric. Developer David Vickers said, “Brickmont’s mission (is) to provide a superior experience to the value-conscious resident. We are extremely excited to be a part of the Milton community.”
Edgewater Fullscope Recognizes 2015 Dynamics ERP IMPACT Award The ceremony was attended by, from left, Assistant City Manager Stacey Inglis, City Architect Robert Buscemi, Community Development Director Kathleen Field, Centric Development President David Vickers, Mayor Joe Lockwood, Brickmont Assisted Living President Cheryl Kochensparger, Councilmen Burt Hewitt, Centric Development Project Manager Mark Wilde and Centric Development Project Superintendant Bob Hammarlund.
Brickmont Senior Living groundbreaking ceremony July 8 MILTON, Georgia – Brickmont Senior Living held a groundbreaking July 8 for a new facility at the corner of Ga. 9 and Webb Road in Milton. It is projected to open in March 2016. Brickmont is a technology-based senior housing environment which offers the full complement of se-
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Edgewater Fullscope, a wholly owned subsidiary of Edgewater Technology Inc. and leading provider of Microsoft Dynamics solutions to manufacturers, has won the 2015 Microsoft Canada Innovation in Dynamics ERP IMPACT Award. This award recognizes partners who define innovation in technology and have been trailblazers in the mobilefirst, cloud-first world. "It is an exciting time to be a technology partner in Canada and we congratulate all the IMPACT Award winners who have transformed their business and made a strong impact in this mobile-first, cloudfirst world," said Jason Brommet, director of partner business and development, Microsoft Canada. "Microsoft continues to work with partners to build best-in-class platforms to help businesses be more productive and ultimately achieve more." This year, the IMPACT Awards recognized partners that have leveraged Microsoft cloud offerings and have been committed to the pursuit of quality,
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transformation and innovation. All categories are hotly contested and winners have shown a proven commitment to Microsoft by delivering outstanding performances. "Fullscope is honored to be considered a trusted expert in the use of Microsoft technology including cloud solutions," said John Scandar, senior vice president of Edgewater Fullscope. "Canadian manufacturers use Microsoft solutions to be more competitive in this new digital world. Canada remains a very active area for our business, and this award reflects our commitment to providing quality services to our customers. We plan to continue driving more innovative mobile-first, cloud-first products and customer success stories across all regions going forward."
Amtrak to open new IT office in Sandy Springs SANDY SRPINGS, Ga.—On June 9, chief information officer of Amtrak, Jason Molfetas and chief business strategy officer Dave Hudson presented an overview of Amtrak’s new Information Technology Service Delivery Center to the Sandy Springs-Perimeter Chamber of Commerce. Hudson told the group Amtrak believes the new office’s Sandy Springs location is ideal for attracting technology workers, especially millennials, who desire transportation options and nearby live-workplay centers. According to Hudson, Amtrak leadership is impressed with the city’s local business climate, cost of labor and quality of life. The city’s central location also will help Amtrak draw talent from across the northern arc of Atlanta, as well as from its central business district. The center is estimated to generate as many as 200 jobs in the area over the next two to five years.
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Flyy Kuts now open Business: Flyy Kuts Opened: May 2015 Owners: CEO Kevin Hill (Creator of Urban Edge Barbershop); President Bryan Lynch (Known by stage name, “Cheech” on the North Atlanta music scene) What: Flyy Kuts Barbershop is a communitybased, African American-owned business specializing in haircuts of all types. Scissor cuts
for our straight-hair clients. We also specialize in fades, mohawks, Afro-cuts, temp-fades, box-fades and hot razor shaves. We are a family friendly, hip place for your next haircut or service needs. Address: 211 South Main Street, Alpharetta, GA 30009 Call: 770-449-2081 Web: Instagram, @flyykuts
ers at The Collection would like to live there as well. They also want empty nesters and young professionals to live there, similar to Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., in Alpharetta, which Underwood said, noting many people have noticed its success. The average age of a person living in the Avalon apartments is 54, Underwood said. Along with The Collection workers, Underwood said this would give those working at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta next door an easy place to live where they would be able to walk to work. Being next to CHOA will also protect tenants and bring better tenants in, Underwood said. Tom Brown, director of Planning and Community Development for the county, said they want to create a signature event with The Col-
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lection, and that the health, fitness and green aspects of the development were in their thought process. Underwood said they wanted to create an overlay district that identifies this as a special area with high standards. “This portion of the project is not in the Peachtree Parkway overlay,” Underwood said. “It can really be developed with anything. By developing an overlay, you’ll be creating cultural standards. An overlay is important so it doesn’t open flood gates. If you create a specific zoning overlay, you don’t have folks two miles down the road saying they want to do the same thing. This will help bring The Collection up to where it’s completing the experience.” Before approving a new overlay, the BOC and Underwood agreed Underwood’s staff would come up with sections to add to the county’s overlay policy and Brown’s office would take it from there.
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NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
A family-friendly, “block-party” event including a rockclimbing wall, games, giveaways, prizes, and food and drinks. Aug. 5 from 6 to 9 p.m. Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill Street, Roswell. Visit roswellgov.com for more info.
EVENTS: SPROUTS FARMERS MARKET GRAND OPENING What: Grand opening of Sprouts Farmers Market Roswell, a grocery store offering fresh, natural and organic foods. When: Aug. 5 at 7 a.m. Where: 10800 Alpharetta Highway, Roswell More info: www. visitroswellga.com
SUNSET SIPS – BUTTERFLY NIGHTS
What: Stroll the Chattahoochee Nature Center after hours. Stop by the green roof to grab a beverage (beer and wine available for purchase), hear live acoustic music from local musicians, and enjoy CNC’s 127 acres at sunset. When: Aug. 13 and Aug. 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: Included with general admission and free to CNC members More info: www. chattnaturecenter.org
THE ROSWELL HISTORICAL SOCIETY’S GENEALOGY CLASS What: “Tracing Your Ancestors,” an informative genealogy workshop led by Sue Verhoef, senior archivist and genealogist at the Atlanta History Center. When: Tuesdays Aug. 11Sept. 15, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Where: The Bill Johnson Community Activity Building, Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell. Cost: $100 for members, $150 for non-members More info: Call 770-9921665 or email eventsRoswell HistoricalSociety@gmail.com.
JOHNS CREEK FARMERS MARKET
What: Local farmers and vendors with organic and/ or sustainable foods and
SEDGWICK GALLERY
The COLORS of Michael Mirabella. Mirabella focuses on the beautiful span of colors found in the natural world in his new collection. Aug. 8 from 8 to 11 p.m. Sedgwick Gallery, 61 Roswell St., Alpharetta. Visits sedgwickgallery. com for more info.
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What: Relive the memories that John Denver’s songs evoke in the beautiful outdoor surroundings of the Chattahoochee Nature Center’s Ben Brady Pavilion. When: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays till Aug. 8 Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: Lawn seating $15; Table seating $30 More info: www.get.org
ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET
What: Find farmers with fruits, vegetables and natural meats, gardeners with fresh flowers and herbs, and makers of all sorts of edible home goods. When: 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturdays through October Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta Cost: Free Info: www.alpharetta.ga.us
ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY
What: Enjoy a variety of 6-8 rotating food trucks and music each week. Stroll the streets, eat delicious food, listen to some great music and kick off the weekend a little early! When: Every Thursday through October, 5-9 p.m. Where: Old Roswell Street, Alpharetta More info: www. awesomealpharetta.com
FALL VEGETABLE GARDENING What: Learn all about fall gardening with UGA Extension Agent Louise Estabrook, who will share the basics of beginning a fall vegetable garden. When: Aug. 6 from 3 to 4 p.m. Where: Sharon Forks Library Meeting Room, 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming Cost: Free, preregistration required by contacting
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“Big Hero 6,” included in the summer outdoor series of familyfriendly movies. Aug. 8. Movie starts at dusk. Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. Visit johnscreekga.gov for more info.
produce. When: Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., until Oct. 31 Where: Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: www. johnscreekga.gov
What: A producer-only market that draws from the best vendors within a 100mile radius. When: Aug. 8 Where: 38 Hill St., Roswell.
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MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: “ALMOST HEAVEN, JOHN DENVER’S AMERICA”
THE CHATTAHOOCHEE: RE-IMAGINE OUR RIVER
What: A 22-minute film that lays the groundwork for a better understanding of the Chattahoochee River and its surrounding watershed. When: Saturdays and Sundays until Aug. 28 at 1 p.m. Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: Included with general admission and free to CNC members More info: www. chattnaturecenter.org
‘THE GINGERBREAD MAN LOOSE IN THE SCHOOL’
What: A national story-time event. When a class leaves for recess, their just-baked gingerbread man is left behind. But he’s a smart cookie. Recommended for ages 5 to 8. When: Aug. 8 at 11 a.m. Where: Barnes & Noble, 7660 Northpoint Parkway Alpharetta Cost: Free More info: barnesandnoble. com
FIRST FRIDAY ART WALKS What: On the first Friday
Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of Georgia’s resident animals as they’re being fed. Tuesdays and Saturdays thru Dec. 29 at 4 p.m. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. Visit chattnaturecenter.org for more info.
evening of every month, the eight galleries of the Roswell Art District open their doors for the area’s First Friday Art Walk, a self-guided, walkable tour. When: Fridays through Oct. 2 at 6 p.m. Where: Downtown Historic Area, Roswell More info: www. roswellartdistrict.com
MJCCA ARTS & CULTURE PRESENTS MARRY POPPINS
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Where: Registrations will be taken at Central Park, Fowler Park and Old Atlanta Park, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $70 per child for county residents and $84 per child for non-county residents. More info: Call 770-7812215 or visit www.forsythco. com/parks.
What: The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta’s MJCCA Arts & Culture is pleased to present Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s MARY POPPINS When: Aug. 6 – 16 Where: MJCCA’s Morris & Rae Frank theatre, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody Cost: $15 – $28 More info: Visit www. atlantajcc.org/boxoffice or call 678-812-4002
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What: 40th Anniversary Celebration. This event will include interactive art, spin art, live music, a food truck, King of Pops, Moondog Growlers and more. When: Aug. 8, 1-4 p.m. Where: 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Atlanta, GA 30338 More info: spruillarts.org
PARKS & REC: MILTON FALL PARKS & RECREATION REGISTRATIONS
What: Milton Steeler cheerleading, flag and tackle football registration When: Deadline Aug. 15 Where: Milton High School and Bell Memorial Park More info: www.timlester. org/
FORSYTH COUNTY FALL BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL
What: Forsyth County Parks and Recreation invites baseball and softball players to play ball this fall.
What: 2015 Fall Rec Girls Lacrosse grades kindergarteneighth When: Aug. 15 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Where: Northwestern Middle School, 12805 Birmingham Highway, Alpharetta More info: tim.eaglestix@ gmail.com
SCHOOLS: What: School supply drive to raise money for the United Methodist Children’s Home of North Georgia. Bounce house, cookie decorating and more will also be at the event. When: Aug. 8 from 4 to 6 p.m. Where: LifeTime Fitness, Johns Creek (meet in the gym) Cost: Free with donation of a school supply item More info: Contact Sara Bryan at 404-232-0742 or Teressa Stann at 570-8402680
CHATTAHOOCHEE HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION DAY
What: CHS students are encouraged to come to Information Day to receive their schedules, register for parking or get bus information and to join a variety of associations. When: Aug. 5, freshmen at 8:30 a.m., sophomores at 9:30 a.m., juniors and seniors at 10:30 a.m. Where: Chattahoochee High School, 5230 Taylor Road
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Continued from Page 1 Claire Bennett, of Roswell, passed away July 28, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Edith Brogdon, of Roswell, passed away July 24, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Thaddeus Budz, of Alpharetta, passed away July 28, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Leslie Campbell, of Alpharetta, passed away July 26, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Tad Cook, of Alpharetta, passed away July 24, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Evelyn Cordeiro, of Roswell, passed away July 22, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Helen Marjorie Buchanan Howell, 86, of Cumming, passed away July 27, 2015. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Porter Russell Long, 89, of Cumming, passed away July 25. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Caryl White Maisel, 69, of Dawsonville, passed away July 28, 2015. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Carl Leon Monroe, 78, of Forsyth County, passed away July 22, 2015. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Willie P. Moore, of Roswell, passed away July 22, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Marian Morgan, of Alpharetta, passed away July 22, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Thomas R. Navarro, 89, of Cumming, passed away July 24, 2015. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Robert A. Nelson, 88, of Cumming, passed away July 28, 2015. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Ricardo Hernandez Ovalle, of Alpharetta, passed away July 24, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
family violence.” Domestic violence occurs 365 days of the year, Dawkins said. “It reaches across every county and state,” Dawkins said. “In communities where we don’t hear about domestic violence it’s because it’s silent and hidden. It happens every day. It might be more prevalent than we think.” While the recent spike in deadly domestic violence isn’t a good thing, one positive has come out of it. “Our calls on our crisis line have picked up since the murder-suicide [of Erin Jones and her boyfriend],” Dawkins said. “More individuals are calling. It’s a good thing but unfortunately something so traumatic had to happen for individuals to be more aware.” The crisis line is staffed 24/7, Dawkins said, and is one of many programs Family Haven offers. The organization also provides emergency shelter, transitional housing and an array of outreach services to individuals in the community. In addition, staff also helps with temporary restraining orders, support groups and financial programs. Dawkins said domestic violence can be considered anything from emotional, mental, physical, psychological, sexual, financial and religious abuse. Abuse can happen between all couples – married and unmarried. While domestic violence is often seen as only impacting women, who Dawkins said make 99 percent of the calls to Family Haven, men also seek assistance. “If it is a male victim, of course they can’t be in our shelter program, but we find alternative housing for any male victim,” Dawkins said. Women and their children can stay in the 27-bed Family
What are warning signs that you may be with a potential abuser? • Someone who tells you that you can never do anything right • Showing jealousy of your friends and time spent away • Keeping you, or discouraging you, from seeing friends or family members • Embarrassing or shaming you with put-downs • Controlling every penny spent in the household • Taking your money or refusing to give you money for expenses • Looking at you or acting in ways that scare you • Controlling who you see, where you go, or what you do • Preventing you from making your own decisions • Telling you that you are a bad parent or threatening to harm or take away your children • Someone who prevents you from working or attending school • Destroying your property or threatening to hurt or kill your pets • Intimidating you with guns, knives or other weapons • Pressuring you to have sex when you don’t want to or do things sexually you’re not comfortable with • Pressuring you to use drugs or alcohol Haven emergency shelter up to 90 days. Beyond that, transitional housing is available with apartment-style units with 18 beds. Survivors, as Dawkins calls them, can stay up to one year in the apartment-style housing. “In the 90 days we try to get individuals stabilized and healing emotionally, mentally and physically,” Dawkins said. “Then we try to assist with finding them employment if they don’t have that anymore. They can then be a candidate to go into our transitional housing so they can stay there for a year and continue to get the counseling services and start to work on being selfsufficient.” Even with all the amenities and programs the shelter offers, Dawkins said survivors still have to take that first step and call the confidential crisis line. The first 24 to 48 hours are critical when a survivor wants to leave a domestic situation, Dawkins said. “When she makes that initial point and informs some-
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Dorothy Jane DeBlasi, 72, of Cumming, passed away July 25, 2015. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Mary Green, of Alpharetta, passed away July 22, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Arthur Schwartz, of Roswell, passed away July 26, 2015. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Lamar White, 75, of Alpharetta, passed away July 27, 2015. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.
trailhead if approved,” Merritt said. “So far the trail has cost us about a million dollars a mile. So there’s a little concern going this many miles with $3.7 million. We think we
one she wants to leave, the abuser no longer has power and control over that survivor and it becomes critical when it feels like everything is going to be taken away from him,” Dawkins said. “At the end of the day, it’s the survivor’s choice if she wants to stay in the relationship or not. But we can explore some options for her and her family. We can educate her on her rights and let her know there is a safe place she can go. There are alternatives so she and her children can live violence-free lives.” In the future, Dawkins hopes to create educational programs for the community on domestic violence, including an open forum and a candlelight vigil. For now, she said, Family Haven is in need of financial donations as well as donations of personal-hygiene products, school supplies and food. For information on Family Haven and how you can help, visit http://www.forsythcountyfamilyhaven.info/.
can do it.” The board directed staff to look for property along Canton Highway for a trailhead. Phases four and five of the Greenway project are solely funded by the Forsyth County $100 million Parks, Recreation and Green Space Bond. Phase four is estimated to cost $2,800,000, while phase five is estimated at $4,200,000.
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Dogs of the week: Dawson and Wilma FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Dawson is a one-year and four-month old overgrown Dachshund. His foster mom said he is crate trained, loves his chew toys and loves to play with other dogs. Dawson is the ‘ultimate little brother’ to their dog. Dawson is waiting on his foster
mom to come snuggle with him. You can fill out an application for Dawson or any of the Humane Society’s animals at www.forsythpets.org. Approximately a year old, Wilma is an Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler/Border mix. She’s a mutt who loves people. She’s a projected easy fit with
other dogs and is home ready. She keeps a clean kennel as well and is definitely worth a trip to the Humane Society of Forsyth County. Come meet Wilma at the adoption center at 4440 Keith Bridge Road. Hours are Tuesday through Sunday, noon to 5:00 p.m.
MILTON, Ga. — At only 11 years old, Alina Franz has already made a big name for herself after competing and taking home first place All Around, Level 7 Child C age group, at the USA Gymnastics Championships on June 23-24 in Greensboro, North Carolina. Coach Olga Aganesova at the Prima Rhythmic Gymnastics Club in Cumming, trains Alina. She said, after lots of hard work, Alina went confidently into the 2015 competition season. She won first vplace All Around for her age group at the Georgia State Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships in March. In May, Alina received second place All Around for her age group at the 2015 USA Region 6 Rhythmic Gymnastics Championship in Houston, Texas. Alina also received the second highest score over all participants at the meet and Region 6 paid her entry fee to the USA Gymnastics Championships. Alina performed well in
Greensboro, placing first in the rope and ball routines and coming third in floor and clubs routines. She had the highest score over all 69 competitors, some being as old as 15, making her the 2015 Level 7 National Grand Champion. -Malik Jones
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LaZBoy lift chair $125, sleeper-sofa $75, wood dining table with chairs $75, hutch $50, plus bamboo furniture, swivel-rocker chair, gas stove, bookcases under $30 each. 404-435-7746
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DNING SET, Ethan Allen; 3 side chairs, 2 arm chairs, bench, 2 leaves $1000. 770-664-2917
Antiques European wardrobe/ armoire, single door, beveled mirror, 84”hX 21”dX37”w. $700. Photos. 678-549-6057. TREADLE SEWING MACHINE: White Co. Oak cabinet. Attachments, manual. $200. 770-781-5968 CURIO CHINA CABINET, antique Queen Anne Mahogany $295/obo. 770-619-0042
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ARMOIRE: Whitewash finish; good condition $150. 770-619-3179
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Wanted to Buy VINYL RECORDS, music-related, books & memorabilia. Call Karen 770-841-2414
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5245 Old Haven Court, Hampton Golf Community. $20,000 INSTANT EQUITY (PRICED BELOW APPRAISAL) just reduced, can close immediately. 4BR/2.5BA with basement. Immaculate. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www. AgentScally.com $310,000
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