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Football round-up Chattahoochee center Will Casement gets ready to snap the ball during the Cougars win over Rockdale Co. 21–0 on Aug. 26. Read about Chattahoochee and other local teams during week 2 of the 2016 season, Page 32.

Appen to host New Beginnings Expo A 55 and up lifestyles event ►►PAGE 18

Council battles over budget cuts Lowers millage rate for first time ►►PAGE 4

Hiking ‘The Whites’ in Maine

Appen publisher overcomes physical, mental hurdles on the AT ►►PAGE 8

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Sheriff’s Office searches for alleged armed robber By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect wanted in connection with an armed robbery at 12:50 p.m., Aug. 23 at the Foothills Community Bank. He is described as a black male, about six feet tall, 200 to 220 pounds and around 35 to 40 years old. He was wearing a stocking on his face and had a semi-automatic handgun. The suspect took approximately $15,000 in cash. He entered through the front door and demanded the tellers put all the money from their cash drawers into a bag while holding them at gunpoint. Once he left, an employee pushed the silent alarm.

DUIS & DRUGS All crime reports published by Appen Media Group are compiled from public records. Neither the law enforcement agencies nor Appen Media Group implies any guilt by publishing these names. None of the persons listed has been convicted of the alleged crimes.

DUI arrests ►► Gregory James Cooper, 46, of

Commonwealth Circle, Milton, was arrested Aug. 17 on Webb Road in Milton for DUI and open container.

POLICE BLOTTER All crime reports published by Appen Media Group are compiled from public records. Neither the law enforcement agencies nor Appen Media Group implies any guilt by publishing these names. None of the persons listed has been convicted of the alleged crimes.

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►► Robert Clark Smith Jr., 52, of

Roswell for DUI and hit-and-run. ►► Carlos Pineda-Alvarado, 30, of Roswell Creek Lane, Roswell, was arrested July 31 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for DUI, failure to maintain lane and failure to obey traffic control devices. ►► Kennon Scott Coe, 40, of Charles Place, Roswell, was arrested July 31 on Martins Landing Drive in Roswell for DUI and headlights required.

Spalding Drive, Atlanta, was arrested Aug. 8 on Timberstone Road in Johns Creek for DUI, reckless driving, open container and hit and run. ►► Patrick Billings MacMaster, 29, of Saddle Springs Drive, Milton, was arrested Aug. 3 on Bethany Bend in Milton for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Carlos Trujillo-Sanchez, 41, of Raintree Drive, Roswell, was arrested July 31 on Old Holcomb Bridge Way in privacy, a felony, when he allegedly accessed and distributed photos from a client’s phone. A woman had gone to get her phone screen repaired June 15 at a local retail store. She gave 28-year-old Harmeet Singh the phone to fix it. Singh told her he would need her PIN number to repair the phone screen. A month later, the woman noticed several texts she had not made sent from her phone to a number that matched the one on Singh’s business

See ARRESTS, Page 35 card. Her husband texted the number, and Singh confirmed that it belonged to him. The texts that were sent to Singh included 19 photos that the woman had taken of herself. The woman changed her number and phone to protect her privacy, but kept the original SIM card with screenshots of the texts to show police. Singh was arrested for accessing

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Pterygium – what is it and what can be done about it? By Samir Virai, M.D.

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Pterygium is a noncancerous growth on the surface of the eye. It appears as a wingshaped fleshy growth that originates from the conjunctiva over the white part of the eye and extends into the cornea, the clear part of the eye. Also known as “surfer’s eye,” it can commonly occur in individuals who have prolonged exposure to sunlight, such as surfers, farmers, and construction workers. Besides UV light exposure, it is associated with windy and dusty exposure.

Individuals with pterygia can occasionally have no symptoms at all. These individuals can simply be observed but are advised to protect themselves from UV light with polarized sunglasses. Symptoms can include redness, foreign body sensation, irritation, itching, and also blurred vision. Blurred vision usually occurs due to distortion of the cornea’s shape or rarely due to visual obstruction by the pterygium itself. Mild symptoms can be treated easily with the use of lubricating drops or artificial tears. For redness associated with inflammation, your doctor may prescribe a short course of topical steroids. If the symptoms remain persistent or cause blurred vision, surgical intervention is indicated. Pterygium surgery involves excision or removal of the lesion, followed by coverage of the resulting defect with the individual’s own healthy conjunctiva (conjunctival autograft) or preserved amniotic membrane obtained from donated human placenta tissue. This may be accompanied with the use of an anti-scarring medication called mitomycin-C during the surgery. Surgery is usually performed as an outpatient procedure with topical and local anesthesia. Mild intravenous sedative medication may be given to keep the patient relaxed through the surgery. After the procedure, the eye may be patched temporarily to minimize any residual bleeding. During the recovery period, patients may experience mild irritation, blurred vision, and redness around the eye. However, patients can return to normal activities, such as driving, work, and school, within the first few days. Full recovery can take several weeks to about a month. Patients are also instructed to use antibiotic and steroid drops for the first 1-2 months to prevent infection, reduce inflammation, and reduce the risk of recurrence. Complications, such as infection, are rare but patients should be aware of the risk of recurrence. The risk of a recurring pterygium can be as high as 50% without the use of a conjunctival autograft or amniotic membrane. With the use of either tissue after pterygium excision, the risk is reduced to about 5-10%. Recurrent pterygia are treated with similar surgical intervention.

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Johns Creek lowers budget by $1M 3-hour debate ends in split vote By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com

The next budget hearing is at Johns Creek City Hall on Thursday, Sept. 1 from 6 – 8 p.m.

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – It was only round He suggested moving dollars to the one of budget hearings, but the memcity’s reserves. They came in handy bers of the Johns Creek City Council when the city had the opportunity to were still swinging after the bell as they buy large chunks of parkland such as argued over the millage rate for some 3 Cauley Creek and in Technology Park. hours. While the city does have needs – In the end, in a 4-3 vote, council Gray admitted the city’s storm drains voted to lower the budget by $1 million are a “ticking bomb” – he would like to and reduced the millage rate to 4.360 see the millage rate reduced. mills. The previous millage rate had Councilman Steve Broadbent debeen 4.614. fended the city’s millage rate, saying it Councilman Bob Gray led off the has never been “abusive.” Indeed, in discussions of the millage rate by offerthe city’s 10 years it has been uning his own plan for cutting the budget changed and remains one of the lowest by $5 million to $7 million. He noted millage rates in the state. that city taxpayers also face a TSPLOST “To try to cut $7 million out of the tax on the ballot of 0.75 cents and the budget as [Gray] proposes is just too city’s on parks draconian,” Broadbond issue. bent said. “If we Faced with that, It is disappointing that are going to make the city should cuts like that, there offer some tax relief we have a City Council needs to be clarity to the citizens, he what the city will that is wandering in the in said. look like.” desert. Mostly, it is due Councilwoman Nevertheless, it Stephanie Endres was Broadbent who to too much political jumped on board offered the motion saying, more than inexperience, too much to cut $1 million once, that the city from the budget. should concentrate political philosophy and Council members on “keeping the Lennie Zaprowski, a lack of vision.” lights on.” Endres and Gray Mayor Mike voted for it. MIKE BODKER Bodker urged going Johns Creek mayor Moments earslowly, pointing to lier, a motion to “pent up needs” cut $3 million was that the city has. Local roads still need defeated by Broadbent, Bodker, Cori $275 million of work, the city’s stormDavenport and Jay Lin. water management has been ignored Broadbent also took issue with and the city’s fire safety consultant is Gray’s assessment of compensation. recommending a fourth fire station, Gray claims merit raises and COLA are which would require new station, engiving city employees annual raises of 5 gines, personnel and equipment. percent.

Broadbent said he does not understand how Gray calculates those numbers. “[Gray] was the catalyst for our 10-year financial model. The real increase in compensation has been averaging 2.7 percent. And like Mayor Bodker pointed out. You have to look at our FTEs [Full-Time Employees] per thousand. We are among the lowest in Fulton County,” Broadbent said. Broadbent offered the compromise millage cut of $1 million to show city taxpayers that there is concern with a parks bond initiative and the T-SPLOST on the ballot, there is the real possibility of paying more sales tax and property tax, albeit for work that will be voter-supported if they pass. “We want the taxpayers to know we are running efficiently and are aware of the burden,” he said. Bodker said rather than cut the millage rate, the city should put it in reserve. Then if the park bond does pass or the TSPLOST fails, the city has other resources to fall back on. Meanwhile, he said this new council doesn’t have a grasp of governing. “It is disappointing that we have a City Council that is wandering in the desert. Mostly, it is due to too much political inexperience, too much political philosophy and a lack of vision,” Bodker said. “If they continue to follow the course they are on, Johns Creek will no longer be exceptional but will find itself merely average in the future.” Bodker said they see cutting the budget as a means to an end. Instead, the budget is crafted to ensure the city will have the means to meet needs before they arise. “They can pat themselves on the back and warm themselves in the glow of the emails of their supporters. But they are not doing the job of meeting our traffic needs, ensuring no home will burn down because a firetruck could not get there in time and our police are properly equipped and supported,” he said.

Thornhill residents want meeting on traffic By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Residents of Thornhill subdivision want some relief from cut-thru traffic from motorists on Old Alabama Road who use Thornhill to avoid construction work at the Medlock Bridge Road intersection. Thornhill HOA President Andy Chandler returned to the City Council Aug.

29 to ask for a meeting with subdivision residents on traffic calming solutions the city may have, including a gate. For months the residents have had growing cut-thru traffic and are becoming frustrated with the additional cars and the speed. Then two weeks ago, they had a home invasion. “This issue is getting bigger now with the home invasion,” said Chandler. “We may even go back to the idea of a

temporary gate.” Mayor Mike Bodker said the city would arrange a time for its traffic experts to meet with the community. After the meeting, Chandler said residents want to “weigh all their options.” They want to take a closer look at traffic calming devices. “We wanted the council to know we appreciated their concern and willingness to help,” he said.

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Property owners brace for major Ga. 9 widening By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – It will be at least three years before they see a steam shovel, but property owners along Ga. 9 are already rattled by plans to widen the road and lay sidewalks through their front yards. The Ga. Department of Transportation plans to convert the thoroughfare to four lanes with a 12-foot landscaped median from Upper Hembree Road to Windward Parkway in Alpharetta. The design also calls for an 8-foot asphalt shoulder on each side for parking. All told, the $36 million project will cut into some properties close to 35 feet from the existing curb. About half a dozen of the close to 200 properties have been marked for “displacement,” meaning the encroachment will be so great so as to make the existing property obsolete for its current use. The DOT is already contacting property owners for initial inquiries into obtaining rights of way. The project could also temporarily eat up more property because of construction easements. “This is not good in my case,” said downtown businessman Richard Debban,

who owns three commercial properties on North Main Street along the route. “I tell you, I’m dumbfounded.” Debban is facing the loss of his buildings and his tenants which means loss of income. He said he’s spoken to city officials to help intercede on his behalf. They have told Debban they are on his side. They would like to save the buildings, especially the structure at 20 N. Main which has historic significance. The city has even proposed eliminating the parallel parking, he said, but he doesn’t think the DOT will go for it. “I’m going to lose years and years of income,” Debban said. “I’ve got three tenants. I’m going to lose my tenants. I’m going to lose my buildings. That was my retirement.” Alpharetta Transportation Director Pete Sewczwicz said he has already met with a handful of property owners to negotiate possible remedies with GDOT. “What we’ve done – and we’ve done this for every property owner that has approached us – is answer general questions they have about the project and even those who have had their properties labled as displacement by the plan,” he said.

I’m going to lose years and years of income. I’ve got three tenants. I’m going to lose my tenants. I’m going to lose my buildings. That was my retirement.” RICHARD DEBBAN Downtown property owner Sewczwicz said he has already spoken to GDOT about two properties, the Duffy Realty property at Main and Cumming, and Debban’s property at 20 N. Main. “We have presented a concept to GDOT to pass along to their engineer to see if they can make things work to save both of those buildings,” he said. However, Sewczwicz warned that the city is limited in its influence. “In the end, it’s up to the property owner working with GDOT to be involved,” he said. “We’ll be more than happy to assist our constituents and business owners any way we can

through the process.Bbut at the end of the day it will be GDOT’s decision.” State transportation officials predict traffic along the route through the heart of Alpharetta will increase close to 25 percent to 44,230 vehicles daily by 2040, said GDOT spokeswoman Annalysce Baker. Not everyone along Ga. 9 dreads the project. “Overall, I think it is a good thing,” said Larry Attig, who owns property at 52 N. Main. “I think it’s something that will be a real benefit to the city. I know that there are things to be concerned about.” One of the major concerns, he said, is the loss of property and structures along the path. “It looks like they’re going to end up taking a good amount of frontage across my property,” he said, adding that many residents and businesses don’t have much room to spare. Attig said he recently landscaped and added a patio to his frontage. The local businessman said he has attended close to half a dozen meetings relating to the project over the past six years and saw the design change to reflect citizen input. “I remember initially, everybody was

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OPINION

The Trail always provides Publisher Ray Appen began walking the Appalachian Trail back in March. He is writing from the trail and we will publish his columns as they come in. He has traveled quite a few miles now; stay tuned for the rest of the story. She was in tears just as Captain America had warned me. “She is in trouble and needs to get off the trail,” he had said. I knew her. I had hiked with RAY APPEN her a few times prePublisher, AT Hiker ray@appenmediagroup.com viously. She was a veteran hiker — one who had hiked all over the world. She was in her 60s and — as many do — hiking the trail by herself. Her hair was snow white and she had a mom face and disposition. Now she was standing on the trail, on top of a mountain talking to me. I surprised her and spoke first. It was obvious she was in trouble. I don’t think she remembered that we had met before. She was in tears, breaking down as I talked to her. I knew and understood how and what she felt. None of us had anticipated what it would be like in the Whites of New Hampshire followed by the bad dream of the punishing Maine trail. She was not alone. Hikers around her struggled, with only moderate success, to maintain a positive mental attitude. Sore knees, exhaustion and the creeping tentacles of defeat clung to the trail like bad dreams — spider webs in the face or tight, bad-fitting wet shoes. I remembered in an instant when I looked into her eyes what a friend had told me earlier: “No one leaves the Whites with what they entered. The Whites will take its pound of flesh both physically and mentally.” Even though we were all within sprinting distance (235 miles) of our final goal of the lofty Mt. Katahdin, and we all had an investment of five to six months — some even more — of walking and sleeping on the ground and sometimes well over a week without a shower … Even now, hikers were dropping out of their AT hike. It wasn’t that we weren’t up to the continuous physical challenge. A good night’s sleep, a shower and 800 milligrams of Ibuprofen usually took the edge off physical breakdown. It was, however, the complete breakdown of the will and resolve that was difficult to overcome. After talking

Visit northfulton.com/ ray-appen/ to read all of Ray’s ‘Tales From the Trail’ to dozens of hikers, no one exited the Whites intact. For most, the struggle to regain the high ground of hiking forward was a much greater challenge and a position from which there was no point of return. They were simply, done. — A fortnight earlier I recalled two encounters that had made the difference for me. I had been at my wits’ end. My tent had died just before a big rain and I was about to enter the Whites. I had been talking to the south-bounders (So-Bos) and none had had good words for the trail ahead of me. It was going to be brutal, and I was dreading it as I had been for a few weeks. I made my way down the trail that day so preoccupied with worry and anxiety I almost walked right into a wisp of a So-Bo hiker. He couldn’t have weighed more than 130 pounds soaking wet and couldn’t have been more than a year out of high school. I couldn’t believe someone so young could be out here. He stopped and stood completely still and stared straight into my eyes. The moment seemed frozen, then he moved forward in awkward silence — until this young So-Bo spoke. What he said to me was something I know I will never forget as long as I live. “You are going to be fine,” he said, staring straight into my eyes. “It will be OK. Don’t listen to what the So-Bos are telling you about the trail ahead — about the Whites. I just walked it and you can too. You will be OK.” Then, before I could thank him or even ask his trail name, he was gone. I stood on the trail, on the same spot for what seemed like an eternity. I just shook my head. How, I mean how, did he know? “What just happened” I wondered. “What?” Later that day, I walked through a parking lot that the trail crossed and complained to some thru-hikers who were there. “Everything is just so not working yada, yada…” They patiently listened to me, nodding. A few minutes later as I stood in the parking lot trying to figure out what to do and where to go, a car with two women pulled up. In broken En-

Maine. One picture says it all: Wet, slick, steep and dangerous slabs of granite. If Maine were human, it would be very beautiful or handsome but with bad breath and dirt under the fingernails. glish, (they were French), they asked me if I needed a ride. I hopped in. “Where you going?” they asked. “Anywhere,” I answered. As we drove off I spotted the two thru-hikers who listened to me complain. “The Trail always provides,” they mouth as I drive by. I understood instantly and nodded my head. — Slowly as we talk, she moves further away from the edge and begins to regain her composure. The trail had overwhelmed her and had taken her to the brink. We talk more. “The hostel is only a couple miles more. I will be there later today and the people there are very nice. You will be fine,” I tell her. “It’s going to be OK.” It’s going to be OK. The Trail always, always provides. You just have to have faith. She is going to be fine. What had overwhelmed her that day is now under control — her control. She is a strong woman. She just needed a friend to remind her that she is not alone — that we’re all in this together. It’s what we all need. You have to

... I remembered in an instant when I looked into her eyes what a friend had told me earlier: “No one leaves the Whites with what they entered. The Whites will take its pound of flesh both physically and mentally. have faith, and when the time comes, you need to be the one who is there for the person who needs someone. Just like a catcher in the rye. In roughly 12 days my hike will be over. What it has taught me will last forever. I am sure of that.

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Second Alpharetta parking deck draws fire Some say 390-space facility would take up valuable spot By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The city’s decision to locate a four-story parking deck just west of Main Street in downtown has raised some eyebrows among residents who say the project will displace some major outdoor events. The City Council Aug. 22 voted 6-1 to concentrate on a site on Old Roswell Street to develop and build a deck designed for 390 spaces. The project is part of a plan to add more parking options on the west side of Main Street. The city is already in the process of opening up a 1-acre parking lot on Milton Avenue, just north of the proposed deck site. “I thought the whole point of the downtown revitalization was to make that area more SAGA TERRELL walkable, more Alpharetta resident family-friendly, a destination in and of itself,” said Alpharetta resident Saga Terrell. “The current parking lot is not just for cars. It has become the de facto gathering spot during big events.” Terrell said the site is where people gather to hang out while shopping the food trucks and attending the Brew Moon Festival. “I’m also a bit concerned about how the proposal made its way to the council and was approved with the minimum amount of public notice,” she added. The measure was voted on after a discussion in which Councilman Jason Binder raised the only objection, saying he wished there had been more public deliberation on the subject before a vote was scheduled. The city already owns most of the

land at the site for the new deck. Mayor David Belle Isle said the remaining parcels would be donated by landowners who will benefit from the additional parking. For his part, Binder says he is just as committed as the rest of the City Council to building a parking deck west of Main. At the same time, he adds, he wishes there had been public hearings to give residents opportunity to advise city officials. “I believe the community should be involved in a community development project,” Binder said. “To have it cloistered in executive session then put it to the public for only a week is not as much public input as I’d like to see.” Binder said he sees the value of putting the deck at the Roswell Street site, but there were alternative locations that were released to the public several years ago, and residents should have had a formal opportunity to weigh in. “Putting that [parking deck] in the epicenter of the historic downtown I personally have concerns with,” Binder said. He added that the structure does not jibe with a “pedestrian-friendly” model. Binder said he would prefer a huband-spokes system, where the deck and other additional parking would be located on the outer perimeter of the pedestrian-friendly area. The city is in the process of finding new accommodations for outdoor events that have traditionally orbited the site, said James Drinkard, assistant city administrator. Drinkard said special events coordinator Kim Dodson has expressed confidence she can work around any issues on a short-term basis and will be working on solutions for the long term. At some point it may be that the

I’m also a bit concerned about how the proposal made its way to the council and was approved with the minimum amount of public notice.”

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Parking: Continued from Page 9 city decides the Food Truck Alley no longer makes sense for downtown, he said. The event came about because Alpharetta’s downtown did not have a lot of restaurants, a condition that is bound to change as City Center develops. Drinkard said discussions for the deck centered on whether to build on the newly acquired property on Milton Avenue near the cemetery or in other areas nearby. Ultimately, all indications pointed to the Roswell Street site as providing the best configuration that would produce the most spaces for the money, Drinkard said.

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Top scores for 2016 graduates on ACT Northview leads all Fulton schools in performance BY CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – High schools in North Fulton dominated the list of top-performing public schools on the 2016 ACT, led by Northview and Cambridge high schools with stellar results on the national test for college admission. Northview students posted the state’s second highest ACT average among 2016 graduates, followed by Johns Creek (3rd), Chattahoochee (5th), Alpharetta (6th) and Cambridge (7th). Looking beyond the top 10, Milton was ranked 13th, followed by Roswell at 14th. In all, 442 public high schools in Georgia reported results. Only the Gwinnett School of Math and Science, which recorded 126 test takers, scored higher than Northview, which had 339 students take the 2016 ACT. On the 36-point scale, Northview scored 27.2, compared to 28.7 at the Gwinnett school. Cambridge, in only its fifth year of test results, had Fulton’s biggest increase – from an average of 23.8 last year, to 25.6 this year, a 1.8 point

jump. Even more notable was the number of students taking the test grew by more than 130 students. “The ACT continues to grow in popularity for Fulton students as well as for students across Georgia and the nation,” said Susan Hale, spokesperson for Fulton Schools. “We have seen a 17 percent increase in the number of test-takers in the past five years to almost 3,700 students this year.” Although the number of Fulton students taking the ACT in 2016 dropped slightly from the previous year, nearly 60 percent of its 2016 graduates took the ACT. Similar to the SAT, the ACT is a test commonly used for college admission and placement. A perfect score is 36. Last year the ACT passed the SAT in number of students taking the test nationwide. The ACT measures English, math, reading and science proficiency, with an optional writing section. System wide, Fulton Schools had an average ACT score of 23.2, besting the state average of 21.1 and the nationwide average of 20.8. The ACT also sets “College Readiness Benchmarks” which define a high

ACT Performance in North Fulton High Schools* School Alpharetta Cambridge Centennial Chattahoochee Johns Creek Milton Northview Roswell North Fulton System Georgia National

2016 Avg. Score/ (# tests) 25.9 (376) 25.6 (333) 23.8 (203) 26.1 (277) 26.8 (323) 24.8 (291) 27.2 (339) 24.7 (251) 25.6 (2393) 23.2 (3692) 21.1 (58,073) 20.8 (2.1M)

2015 Avg. Score / (# tests) 25.2 (370) 23.8 (201) 23.2 (225) 25.3 (284) 25.5 (361) 25.5 (333) 26.4 (308) 25.1 (318) 25.0 (2400) 22.9 (3744) 21.0 (54,653) 21.0 (1.9M)

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Caring canvases ‘paint it forward’ Art ministry benefits CURE Childhood Cancer JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Caring Canvases celebrates the third anniversary of “Painting it Forward” for CURE Childhood Cancer with yet another fundraising gathering. The Sunday, Sept. 11, event will take place at Holy Redeemer Catholic School in Johns Creek from 2 to 5:30 p.m. All proceeds will be donated to CURE Childhood Cancer. Tickets are $30 (plus processing fee) per person are limited to 100 and advanced registration is required. Special guest is four-time childhood cancer survivor Kennedy Cobble along with her mother Kathy Cobble as guest speakers this year. Together, daughter and mother are tireless advocates for childhood cancer awareness, and they will share their courageous journey. Each person will have an opportunity to create an inspirational piece of art (no experience needed) which may be donated to a child fighting cancer or given to someone in the artist’s own life who might be going through a challenging time. In addition there will be a silent auction and raffle items, door prizes, giveaways, and light refreshments as part of this special and meaningful day. Caring Canvases is an outreach ministry of Joy to the WORD, LLC. “Through Caring Canvases we are privileged to involve the community and take our mission to another level by assisting groups in creating their own inspirational canvases,” said Eileen Cardillo, founder of the ministry. “The paintings are then donated to the charitable organizations of their choice to help people who might be struggling physically, emotionally, and/ or spiritually.” Approximately 1,000 inspirational pieces of art have been created by individuals of all ages in the Atlanta area in the last three years, and most of our participants have had little to no art experience before. Some of the organizations which have been the recipients of our Caring Canvases include: The Ronald McDonald House, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, The Drake House, Catholic Charities, Interfaith Outreach Home, St. Brigid Adopt-A-Family program and CURE Childhood Cancer to name just a few.

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DEA, Alpharetta arrest 4 in big meth bust Street value of drug, pot at half-million By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A couple and their five children lived quietly in an apartment off Old Roswell Road in Alpharetta. But it turns out Drug Enforcement Agency agents and Alpharetta Police officers were watching them, and Aug. 24 officers pounced and arrested them when they found 10 pounds of crystal methamphetamine and four pounds of marijuana as well as two handguns with serial numbers

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filed off. Alpharetta Public Information Officer George Gordon said at a press conference the next day that the DEA had informed Alpharetta of suspected drug trafficking going on at 161 Ivy Wood Lane. DEA and police officers were prepared to serve warrants on a Hispanic Female Vendi Rivera, 31, and a Hispanic male Alonso Penaloza, 25, who lived in the apartment with their 5 children. An alleged accomplice, Alejandro Garcia Leon, 20, was also arrested. The police and DEA had the residence under surveillance when the three suspects suddenly got in a GMC Acadia SUV and left, Gordon said. “The officers on the scene radioed to have the vehicle stopped, and then the officers executed the search warrant to enter the house,” he said. Those three suspects were stopped and arrested without incident. Rivera, Penaloza and Leon have been charged with trafficking methamphetamine, possession of marijuana to distribute, conspiracy to commit a crime and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime. Inside, investigators hit the jackpot. Authorities found 10 pounds of uncut meth stuffed into three large shopping bags valued at between $250,000 and $500,000 depending how much the drug was diluted. They also found $27,000 in cash. That prompted officers to send for their narcotics K-9 officer Xena to see what she could sniff out “The officers decided to bring in a drug dog to see what else might be hidden in the apartment. She alerted on the couch, and officers found 4 pounds of marijuana packaged and ready for distribution,” Gordon said. There were still more surprises to come. There was a knock at the door answered by an undercover agent. It was Floyd Croy, 47, who said he had

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The Mansions names campus director ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Angela Stanton has recently been named Campus Executive Director for The Mansions at Alpharetta, a new senior independent living, personal care and specialized memory community. STANTON “We are thrilled to welcome Angela to our family of senior living properties,” said Wes Bartlett, property manager. “Her extensive background in geriatrics, combined with her education in business, will make her a tremendous asset as we open our new, dynamic senior living community.” As Campus Executive Director, Stanton is responsible for the daily operations of all phases of the community, which includes residential relations and care, staff oversight, activities, food service and others. “I look forward to working with families, residents, and staff to bring the newest practices in senior care to the Alpharetta area,” said Stanton. Stanton has previously served as the divisional director in Georgia and Ohio for a large senior care chain, as well as managed facilities in Michigan and Georgia. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Western University, Illinois, as well as advanced accreditation as a Certified Assisted Living Director and a Certified Dementia Practitioner. The Mansions at Alpharetta’s senior independent living community is set to open October, and construction on Phase 2, which will include personal care and specialized memory care campuses, will be completed in 2017.

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BUSINESSPOSTS

Appen Media hosts inaugural New Beginnings Expo A 55-and-up Lifestyle Expo

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By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — When one thinks of a person entering a new beginning in their life, they may think of getting married, going to college or having a baby. But a somewhat overlooked period in our lives is when we enter the phase of time when we retire, become empty nesters or considering downsizing. That’s why Appen Media Group felt the need to host an event unlike any other for the 55-and-up lifestyles in our community. The expo will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 24 at the Metropolitan Club, 5895 Windward Parkway in Alpharetta. Appen’s Manager of Marketing and Innovation Wendy Goddard said the company has been researching for this event for quite some time. “We found that much of our community fit into one of two categories: moving toward a retirement lifestyle or taking care of aging parents, sometimes both at the same time,” Goddard said. “We also found that many are choosing to move their parents here to be closer as they make lifestyle changes, like downsizing or moving into an active adult or assisted living community.” While there are many options for every stage of the 55-and-up lifestyle available in the area, it can sometimes be overwhelming and time-consuming to do all the necessary research to gather those options. Goddard said Appen’s desire is to provide a relaxed, unpressured way where people can gather a large amount of information, get questions answered and options narrowed down to ease this process. “There are a lot of decisions to be made, whether planning for yourself or caring for an aging parent, and sometimes you have to make these decisions quickly,” she said. “This expo will hopefully give attendees a good resource for some of the best services and options available in our thriving community.”

It was important to Appen to cover every stage of the 55-and-up lifestyle, so attendees can expect to see everything from cruises and activities to assisted-living and home care options and everything in between. For the soon-to-be or recently retired, there will be vendors offering information on fun lifestyle options, ways to get involved, retirement planning and downsizing options. For those who care for aging parents, Goddard said this is a great opportunity to look at many different options available as they navigate the different stages of aging. For the active 55-and-up adult, the expo will provide a non-threatening atmosphere for them to arm themselves with information and options to consider as they prepare for the many decisions that may arise as their lifestyle evolves. Two other presenting sponsors will give short talks and answer questions.

If you go What: New Beginnings Expo: a 55-and-up Lifestyle Expo When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 24 Where: Metropolitan Club, 5895 Windward Parkway in Alpharetta Cost: Free, registration encouraged More Info: northfulton.com and click on the New Beginnings Expo tab. Follow the New Beginnings Expo on Facebook at facebook. com/NewBeginningsExpo North Georgia Audiology and Hearing Center will be presenting at 11 a.m. Richard McBrayer with Berkshire Hathaway will be sharing the ins and outs of downsizing at noon. Dr. Angelo Sambunaris with the Institute for Advanced Medical Research will be speaking on Alzheimer’s at 1 p.m. More information on each presenter and the specific subjects will be available on northfulton.com. Pre-register to attend the talk and be entered to win a special prize to be given at the end. It is free to attend the expo, but to plan for refreshments and special accommodations, pre-registration is

We have vendors covering every stage of the 55+ lifestyle. Here is a current listing: • Aesthetic Specialty Centre • Americard Savings • Antebellum Senior Living • Aroga Life Therapy • Atlanta Cardiology Consultants • Berkshire Hathaway - Richard McBrayer • Brickmont Assisted Living • CaraVita Home Care • Care Patrol • Celebration Village - Action Senior Concepts • Center for Advanced Dentistry • Charter Senior Living • Costco Wholesale Alpharetta • Expedia Cruise Ship Centers • The George Center for Music Therapy, Inc. • Hearthside • Homecare Medicine of Atlanta • Institute for Advanced Medical Research • Milan Eye Center • Mobility Scooters & More • North Atlanta Spine • North Georgia Audiology and Hearing Aid Centers • NuSkin Pharmanex • Ortho Atlanta, LLC • Phoenix Senior Living • Piedmont Urgent Care by Wellstreet • RM Clark Wellness • Senior Helpers • Senior Services North Fulton • Skylark Senior Care • Soleil Laurel Canyon - Phase 3 Marketing • Southern Medical Hearing Center • Towne Club Windermere • Village Park Senior Living • Wells Fargo - Tom Tarabicos • YMCA/Isakson Alpharetta highly encouraged. As a thank you, all those who pre-register will be entered to win a $100 Amex gift card. To keep the event fun and give each attendee an opportunity to win some great prizes, Bingo cards will be handed out upon entry. As each guest visits booths, their card will be stamped. Once Bingo is achieved, the card can be turned in for a chance to win one of dozens of prizes provided by the vendors. To register or for information, visit northfulton.com and click on the New Beginnings Expo tab. Follow the New Beginnings Expo on Facebook at facebook.com/NewBeginningsExpo.

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Malvi joins Anthropologie stores Local business goes national, again By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Malvi Marshmallow’s products are s’more than meets the eye. The confectionary located in north Forsyth County serves that treat year-round along with its homemade marshmallows, sorbets and butter cookies. And now, the store’s unique culinary experience is expanding from its home base to enter Anthropologie stores nationwide, for a second time. The business started about four years ago after owners Laura Curtis Retana and her husband Paris were working in New Jersey taste-testing recipes throughout the day at their jobs. “We both have a sweet tooth and wanted to create something that’s light but still filling and flavorful,” she said. So she began working with marshmallows, remembering her time growing up as a Girl Scout and going to the lake in the summer where she enjoyed s’mores. To start the business, the couple decided to use Kickstarter, a website to raise money via crowd funding. Originally they asked for $7,500 to help fund a new industrial oven and mixer. A month later, 420 backers gave $13,110. “The feedback was so positive and encouraging,” she said. “It was always hard for us to believe we could make a full-time business out of making marshmallows.” After their initial success, Retana said they started with a few local boutique stores in Atlanta to gauge interest. This led to a call from national retailer Anthropologie which wanted to put Malvi in all their stores

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Malvi offers a variety of flavors including chocolate, expresso and raspberry hibiscus.

Paris and Laura Retana are excited for their products to reach more customers. nationwide. They were told this was a onetime thing during the holidays and Anthropologie apparently doesn’t repeat food items. “That totally blew us away,” Retana said. “We said ‘yes’ without knowing if or how it would be possible. We knew we had to say ‘yes’ and figure out the rest.” This turned out to be a challenge for the couple who had to take out a loan, buy a new piece of equipment to help with production, and Laura quit her fulltime job. But their dedication and sacrifice paid off as their products are now being offered in Whole Foods stores and other national stores.

After their first round with Anthropologie proved successful, the store asked Malvi to come back in select stores and in the online catalogue this holiday season. “It was really exciting when they invited us back in,” she said. The business surely has come a long way from working out of a shared kitchen on a monthly rate to renting a space at 3040 Keith Bridge Road. With all the new space, they are able to offer products to customers right in store, like s’mores, ice cream and coffee. “It’s great to be in the community getting that direct feedback and support from the people we live and work with,” she said. Retana said she’s excited for where the company is heading, including possibly offering some new items in the near future. “It’s been really exciting to see it become this niche gourmet treat,” she said. “There’s nothing like it out there so far.” For information on Malvi, visit malvimallow.com.

NEWBUSINESSSPOTLIGHTS

Cardiovascular Physicians of North Ga. opens in JC

Pieology Pizzeria opens in Alpharetta

North Atlanta Breast Care opens in Cumming

Business name: Cardiovascular Physicians of North Georgia Owner: Dr. Micky Mishra About: The Cardiovascular Physicians of North Georgia practice treats MISHRA cardiomyopathies, valvular disorders, coronary artery disease, cardiovascular imaging, women’s heart disease and offers cardiovascular disease prevention. Opened: August 2016 Address: 3890 Johns Creek Parkway, Suite 240, Johns Creek GA 30024 Phone: 770-343-8565 Website: www.CPNAPC.com

Business name: Pieology Pizzeria Owner: Segovia-Aslan Enterprises, LLC About: A personal, creative and delicious experience that gives customers the power to create their perfect pizza or made-to-order salad, both with unlimited toppings. Pizzas are cooked in an open flame oven and delivered to the table in 3-5 minutes. Opened: June 27, 2016 Address: 2685 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta GA 30004 Phone: 770-569-4426 Website: www.pieology.com

Business name: North Atlanta Breast Care Owner: Dr. Kim Lairet About: The North Atlanta Breast Care practice offers services to treat breast cancer such LAIRET as mastectomy, lumpectomy and sentinel lymph node biopsy. In addition, Dr. Lairet will focus on treatment for abnormal mammograms and breast cysts. Opened: August 2016 Address: 1100 Northside Forsyth Drive, Suite 450, Cumming GA 30041 Phone: 770-292-3007 Website: www.NorthAtlantaBreast. com

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FORKS AND CORKS

Enjoy a night out while supporting North Fulton Community Charities at their inaugural food and wine tasting event at Avalon. Live music, silent auctions and a grand tasting will be available. The tasting event will be held Thursday, Sept. 8, from 7-9 p.m. at Avalon, on 2200 Avalon Blvd. in Alpharetta. General admission starts at $75, with VIP options available. For more information and to register, visit nfcchelp.org. Looking to get the word out about your event? Submit it to our online calendar at NorthFulton. com/Calednar.

EVENTS: FCHS 1986 30 YEAR REUNION

What: The Forsyth County High School class of 1986 is holding an unofficial reunion complete with a football game, dinner, silent auction, drinks and more. Visit fchs86.com for all locations and events. When: Sept. 2-3 Where: The Polo Golf and Country Club, 6300 Polo Club Drive, Cumming Cost: $7 Friday, $35 Saturday More info: fchs86.com, fchs86reunion@ gmail.com

WEEKLY WEST COAST SWING DANCE What: Learn swing dancing or refine your skills at these weekly sessions. The first introductory lesson is free. When: Sunday, Sept. 4, 6-6:45 p.m. Where: American Legion Club 201, 201 Wills Road, Alpharetta More info: swinginvasion.com

OPEN MIC NIGHTS

What: Mugs on Milton coffee shop is partnering with Sean Bulow to host open mic nights every Wednesday for local talent to showcase their artistry. When: Wednesday, Sept. 7, 6-9 p.m.; sign-ups start at 5:30 p.m. Where: Mugs on Milton, 35 Milton Ave., Milton More info: mugsonmilton.com

FALL AND WINTER LAWN CARE WORKSHOP

PLAY NINTENDO SUMMER TOUR

What: Nintendo’s classic characters and games are coming to life in this free tour featuring live contests, game samples, prizes and photo opportunities. When: Sunday, Sept. 4, noon-7 p.m. Where: North Point Mall Center Court, 1000 North Point Circle, Alpharetta More info: play.nintendo.com/tour

MANUFACTURING SOCIETY BREAKFAST

What: The Manufacturing Society of Forsyth County seeks to connect local manufacturers in an effort to cultivate networking, provide peer-learning opportunities and promote made-in-Forsyth products. When: Tuesday, Sept. 6, 7-9 a.m. Where: Convergent, 190 Bluegrass Valley Parkway, Alpharetta More info: cummingforsythchamber.org

What: Alpharetta Natural Resources Commission is hosting a free class on lawn care for homeowners. Learn how to prevent winter weeds from taking over, when to re-seed and more. When: Wednesday, Sept. 7, 7-8:30 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Department of Public Works, 1790 Hembree Road, Alpharetta More info and registration: alpharetta. ga.us or 678-297-6200

FARMERS MARKETS, FOOD TRUCKS:

six to eight rotating area food trucks. When: Thursdays, 5-9 p.m., through Oct. 20. Where: Old Roswell Street in Alpharetta’s historic district More info: awesomealpharetta.com

ROSWELL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

What: The Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market offers fresh, local farm, ranch and artisan foods direct from producers, and much more. When: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon. Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: JAMES CASTO

What: Enjoy a free participatory story time with stories, finger plays and songs. The event will feature an art project by My Clayground. For children ages 5 and under. When: Tuesday, Sept. 6, 11:30-11 a.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

GIRLS WHO CODE

STEPHANIE WREMBEL

SIGNING TIME

What: Jazz guitarist Stephane Wrembel will perform at the free Roswell Riverside Sounds Concert Series. At least two food trucks will be on location from 6-9 p.m. When: Saturday, Sept. 3, 7-9 p.m. Where: Riverside Park, 575 Riverside Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: NUNI LEE

What: The Roswell Cultural Arts Center will host artist Nuni Lee’s “Fragments of the Heart” exhibit. The pieces are inspired by her pets. When: Sept. 2-Oct. 28, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

LIBRARY EVENTS: RICHARD JUDY

What: The Alpharetta Farmers Market features fruits, vegetables, natural meats, fresh flowers and herbs, and a variety of home goods. When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., through Oct. 29. Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY

MIDDAY AT MILTON BOOK CLUB

What: Alpharetta’s Food Truck Alley on Thursday evenings offers a variety of

STORIES FOR SHORTIES

What: Songwriter James Casto with guests Danny Mitchell and Sally Barris will perform a night of acoustic music with percussive-piano-pop, keyboards and soulful pop vocals. When: Sept. 2-3, 8 p.m. Where: Chukkar Farm Polo Club & Event Facility, 1140 Liberty Grove Road, Alpharetta Tickets: starting at $22 More info: chukkarfarmpoloclub.com

What: Richard Judy author of “Thru: An Appalachian Trail Love Story,” will speak at the Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library Book Club to kick-off the meeting. Reservations required. When: Tuesday, Sept. 6, 11 a.m.-noon Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info and reservations: karen. swenson@fultoncountyga.gov or 770360-8820

ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET

David Wroblewski. The book, featured by Oprah’s book club, is a retelling of “Hamlet” in rural Wisconsin. When: Friday, Sept. 2, noon-1 p.m. Where: Milton, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info and registration: julia.padgett@fultoncountyga.gov or 404-613445

What: Join this month’s discussion of “The Story of Edgar Sawtelle,” by

What: This club is for any girls grades 6-12 who want to learn to code or hone their coding skills. The club meets twice per week, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, starting Sept. 6. RSVP to join. When: Tuesday, Sept. 6, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info and registration: marcia. divack@fultoncountyga.gov or afpls.org What: Signing Time is a weekly story time designed to teach children and adults how sign language skills, including rhymes, songs and stories. No prior knowledge necessary. When: Wednesday, Sept. 7, 11:30-noon Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or rebecca.doom@ fultoncountyga.gov

DROP-IN NEEDLECRAFT

What: All needlecrafters are invited to join and socialize with other crafters as they work on their projects. All ages and levels of experience are invited. No instruction or materials are provided. When: Thursday, Sept. 8, 1-3 p.m. Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: afpls.org

MEMOIR WRITING CLASS

What: Suzanne Rosenwasser will teach adults and elders how to tap into their life stories and write their journeys. Learn how to put thought into pen and prose. When: Thursday, Sept. 8, 6-7 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or julia.padgett@ fultoncountyga.gov

PET ADOPTIONS:

FORSYTH COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER What: Pet adoptions When: Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: The Forsyth County Animal Shelter, 4065 County Way, Forsyth County More info: 678-965-7185

FULTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES What: Pet adoptions When: Every Saturday and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Where: PetSmart, 6370 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta Additional adoptions: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Fulton County Animal Services, 860 Marietta Blvd. NW, Atlanta More info: 404-613-4958

OF INTEREST ELSEWHERE: TWILIGHT IN THE GARDENS

What: Gibbs Garden is putting on a show with the LooSe ShoEs Band, who will return to rock the Grove stage with Rock ‘n Roll and Blues. Gourmet box dinners are available. When: Saturday, Sept. 3, 5-8 p.m. Where: Gibbs Gardens, 1987 Gibbs Drive, Ball Ground Tickets: $20 for adults, $10 for children, group discounts available More info: gibbsgardens.com

SKY HIGH HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL

What: Kick off September with by watching balloons in flight or hop into a basket for a tethered balloon ride. Live music, beach activities, a Kid Zone and other activities will also be available. When: Sept. 2-4 Where: Callaway Gardens, Highway 27, Pine Mountain Tickets: $20 for adults, $10 for children More info and full schedule of events: callawaygardens.com

THE ATLANTA WEEKENDER

What: Over 40 DJs provide music for Labor Day Weekend in Edgewood’s Club District with Soul, House and Afrobeat dance sounds. Headliners include DJ Spinna, Josh Milan, Ian Friday and more. When: Sept. 1-5 Where: Old Fourth Ward, 427 Edgewood Ave. SE, Atlanta More info: http://bit.ly/1TWNjEw

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GET OUTSIDE GEORGIA:

Discovering Georgia’s other gold rush Gold! The word alone is enough to fire the imagination with visions of lost mines, colorful prospectors and of course gleaming yellow nuggets in the bottom of a STEVE HUDSON prospector’s pan. Get Outside Georgia, In a previous Chattahoochee Media Group column, we looked at the Dahlonega Gold Museum, located in the historic old Lumpkin County Courthouse building on the Dahlonega town square. That museum celebrates the Georgia gold rush and especially the gold of the Dahlonega area. But did you know that there’s another gold museum in Georgia? Indeed there is – the Pine Mountain Gold Museum at Stockmar Park, not far off Interstate 20, near the west Georgia town of Villa Rica. Although it’s not widely known, the Villa Rica area was the site of a gold rush all its own. In fact, gold may have been found there as early as the 1820s. Lucian Lamar Knight, once an editor for the “Atlanta Constitution” and also the first director of the Georgia Archives, offers a tantalizing hint in his book “A Standard History of Georgia and Georgians, Volume 1,” when he writes, “It was the discovery of gold in 1826 that gave to the oldest town in Western Georgia the musical Spanish name by which it is known today: Villa Rica, or ‘city of riches.’ ” Ahh, a history mystery. Where exactly was Georgia’s first gold rush? Unfortunately Knight didn’t give any sources for his account of the 1826 discovery – and in history, sources are everything. But there’s no doubt that there was indeed a gold rush in the Villa Rica area, although for various reasons it was a much lower-key gold rush than that seen in the Dahlonega area. In fact, at one time there were almost 20 working gold mines in the vicinity of Villa Rica. One of the most intriguing is the Pine Mountain Gold Mine, now the site of the Pine Mountain Gold Museum at Stockmar Park. The Pine Mountain Gold Museum is a great destination for a family day trip. Its mission is to tell the story of what has been called “Georgia’s forgotten gold rush,” and it’s a fascinating story that you and your family will enjoy discovering when you visit. The centerpiece of the site is a 4,800 square foot museum. In the mu-

Visitors at the Pine Mountain Gold Museum pan for gold. seum’s theater, a 20-minute documentary introduces you to the history of the Villa Rica gold mines. After seeing the presentation, you’ll want to spend some time exploring the museum’s many exhibits. Among them are mock-ups of a gold mine tunnel as well as a replica of a gold assayer’s office, plus many other displays which help tell the story of this region’s gold. There are some unique non-mining exhibits too, including an intriguing display of old Coke bottles and a reconstruction of the Villa Rica Electric Light & Power Company’s Coca-Cola bottling operation from the early 1900s. After enjoying the indoor exhibits, head outside to check out the 19thcentury stamp mill which was used to crush ore for gold extraction. Behind the mill is a reconstructed ore cart that has been built on an original undercarriage frame of a cart, which was actually used at the Pine Mountain Mine. One great way to get to know the Pine Mountain Mine is to explore the site’s self-guided walking trails. More than three miles of trails carry you throughout the area, providing an upclose look at the ruins of the old mine. You’ll see mining areas, prospect pits and long-abandoned gold processing equipment. You may also want to take a ride on the Pine Mountain Scenic Railroad, a 3/4-mile excursion which

carries you around the mountain and provides yet another perspective on this once-bustling mine. Other things to enjoy as you explore the site include a grist mill and water wheel, as well as farm animal exhibits – and of course, the perfect way to wrap up your visit is at the site’s covered gold panning area, where you can learn to pan gold much as the old timers did in years gone by. Gemstone panning is also available. The Pine Mountain Gold Museum at Stockmar Park will give you a look at a part of Georgia gold mining history that many never see. It’s a great family destination. The site is located at 1881 Stockmar Road in Villa Rica. Find out more at pinemountaingoldmuseum.com. Steve Hudson’s recently published book Prospecting for Georgia Gold introduces you to the excitement of gold prospecting in Georgia. It’s a great activity for the entire family. The book is available from many local stores, from Amazon, or directly from chattahoocheemedia.com.

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Roswell dedicates Serenity Garden Roswell Area Park gets beautifully landscaped addition By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – There was a time a walk in the park meant just that. One would take a stroll through some idyllic glade, perhaps to stop and feed some ducks. Today’s parks are much more purposeful, filled with ball parks and gymnasiums, specially purposed buildings for dance, theater, arts and crafts. Well, Roswell has created a throwback to days perhaps not so long ago, but with one word says it all: Serenity. Yes, there are jogging trails, bike trails and swimming pools. But what about simply enjoying the out-of-doors for its own sake? What about contemplation and simply communing with nature? You can thank Susan Rumble who put forward the idea for the Serenity Garden. She took it to Recreation and Parks Director Morgan Rodgers, who liked it right away. “I wanted to do something that would make the park a destination and this was on the right track,” Rodgers said. So he told Rumble to write a white paper outlining the goals and where it would be to present to the Mayor and City Council. “So that’s what I did after talking to Morgan,” Rumble said. “Of course with Morgan there is always a ‘Yes, and …’ So he added some of his ideas to make

Eight-year-old Olivia Huveny is officially the first one climb on the waterfall.

From the terrace of Serenity Park the view overlooks the small look at Roswell Area Park. it a destination within the park. But everyone on the City Council but one said they liked it.” So with the council’s blessing, it came down to funding. The Roswell Recreation Association was already looking for a signature project to celebrate their 50th Roswell Arts Festival, Sept. 20-21. Perfect they said and wrote a check

for $65,000 to get it done. Landscape architect Jay Reisinger turned a welter of ideas into a workable design. It was left to Daniel Owens, project coordinator for the Roswell Recreation Department and his crew to turn it into reality. “I could not have been more pleased,” said Rumble. Sally White, a long-time member of

Serenity Garden, a gift from the Roswell Recreation Association, will provide years of pleasure for visitors to Roswell Area Park. With sculptures, a waterfall, pavilion and places of quiet solitude, it is a marvelous addition to the park.

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the Roswell Recreation Association said the results were splendid. The Recreation Association has raised more than $1 million for Roswell parks and for recreation. “This Serenity Park fits right in with what we are all about. People should have a place to come where they can be reflective and just enjoy being outdoors. We think the people of Roswell will like it,” White said.

Dear Angel is another sculpture gifted to the park and residing in Serenity Garden.

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Eagles tribute band On the Border will highlight the Duluth Fall Festival at the downtown amphitheater in Duluth.

Duluth Fall Festival Concert featuring ‘On the Border’ DULUTH, Ga. – The ultimate Eagles Tribute band will wrap up Duluth’s SummerStage Concert Series Saturday, Sept. 10, for 2016. On the Border will perform on Duluth’s Festival Center Stage downtown as the Duluth Fall Festival sponsored concert. “There’s no better way to end our SummerStage Concert Series. On the Border is exactly who we needed” Al-

isa Williams, festival spokeswoman. On the Border performs all over the U.S. at major festivals and music venues, The concert will kick off at 6:30 p.m. with an opening act performance by Chuck McDowell. On the Border will hit the stage at 8. This is an Open Zone event, so patrons may bring their own beverages to the downtown Duluth event.

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Homeschooled students can visit Roswell’s historic homes – Bulloch Hall, Barrington Hall and Archibald Smith Plantation – for a specially reduced price Sept. 20. Specially designed programs on local history have been designed just for the students.

Roswell hosts ‘Homeschool Day’ Sept. 20 ROSWELL, Ga. – The Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau and “A Southern Trilogy: The Historic Home Museums of Roswell” will host a Homeschool Day for homeschooled students Tuesday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall, and Smith Plantation will be open for tours, and demonstrations and hands-on activities will be held at all three homes so students can experience life in the 1800s. Some of these activities include quilting, candle dipping, drawing water from the well for washing and bathing, churning butter, smoking meat in the smokehouse, a vegetable dig, and mak-

ing corn husk dolls. “Interactive history is the best way to learn,” said Diane Stone of Group & Motorcoach Sales and the Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau. “Parents of homeschool students are often looking for different ways to teach history as part of their required curriculum,” she said. Prices through Sept. 5 are $12 for adults and children; children 5 and younger are free. After that date prices are $15 for adults and children; children 5 and younger are still free. Registration is required. To register or get information, visit www.visitroswellga.com or call 770-640-3253.

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Community races to support Family Promise Event raises money, awareness for local homeless families By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com

City Calendar SEPTEMBER Events

Farmers Market Newtown Park - Amphitheater 8:00 a.m.

Free Outdoor Fitness Newtown Park - Amphitheater 9:00 a.m.

5 8 10

Labor Day City Administrative Offices Closed Neighborhood Meeting Rezoning or Special Use Permit 7:00 p.m.

Board of Zoning Appeals 7:00 p.m.

Arts and Culture Board 6:00 p.m.

Summer Concert Series “The Shaddowboxers” Newtown Park - Amphitheater 7:00 p.m.

Free Outdoor Fitness Autrey Mill Nature Preserve 9:00 a.m.

City Council Work Session 5:00 p.m.

Pup-A-Palooza Newtown Park - Amphitheater 11:00 a.m.

City Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.

Wild About Autrey Mill Autrey Mill Nature Preserve 7:00 p.m.

EVENT LOCATION IS CITY HALL UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.

Johns Creek CVB 9:00 a.m.

For a complete list of events, meetings and classes please visit: www.johnscreekga.gov/calendar

Public Art Board Meeting 6:30 p.m.

Special Needs Bingo Night Newtown Park - Park Place 7:00 p.m.

Free Outdoor Fitness Newtown Park - Amphitheater 9:00 a.m.

City Council Work Session 1:00 p.m. City Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.

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CUMMING, Ga. — Groups ranging from local automotive shops, to lawyers, to multiple churches decorated beds, practiced their best techniques and competed in the second annual Family Promise Bed Race. The event held Aug. 27 at Creekside United Methodist Church may look silly with the beds adorned with wheels and racing getups, but the meaning behind this event is much deeper. For more than a year Family Promise, a national nonprofit seeking to combat homelessness, has been in the process of becoming established in Forsyth County. In order to finally open its doors in the next few months, the group needs funding which comes from events like the bed race. Last year’s event yielded more than $26,000. Family Promise Director Jacob Granados said as of Aug. 26, there are more than 220 students in Forsyth County public schools who are registered as homeless. At the end of the last school year there were 635 homeless students, he said. “There’s a problem, and we want to raise awareness about it,” he said. Granados said often in Forsyth County people don’t realize there is a homeless problem. “As great as our county is, there is a need there that we sometimes forget JACOB GRANADOS about,” he said. Family Promise Director “The homeless need is not the stereotypical guy on the side of the road with a bag on his shoulder. We forget these things exist.” He said he wants the community

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The Sounds of Sawnee Big Band play tunes to keep the crowd entertained.

to know Family Promise needs help to serve these families. “Some families are in tents or have three or four families living in a two-bedroom apartment,” Granados said. “There is a great need.” The program is gearing up to take its first families the week of October. They are still in need of a 15-passenger van. The group will accept a donation of a van and will also accept monetary donations. For information on Family Promise, visit familypromiseofforsythcounty.org or call 678-476-4657.

As great as our county is, there is a need there that we sometimes forget about. The homeless need is not the stereotypical guy on the side of the road with a bag on his shoulder. We forget these things exist.”

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Fulton on track to top 96K students in ’16-’17 school year Enrollments peaks and ebbs across area in first 10 days

SCHOOL

10-Day Enrollment for North Fulton Schools 10-Day

Proj.

Diff.

Amana Charter

245

250

-5

Autrey Mill

1470

1473

-3

Crabapple

985

981

Elkins Pointe

1054

1079

-25

FAST Charter

-14

761

-6

Haynes Bridge

793

784

814

842

828

Holcomb Bridge

747

767

-20

Esther Jackson

634

607

Hopewell

1479

1446

FAST Charter

439

424

Northwestern

1353

1401

-48

Findley Oaks

636

660

-24

River Trail

1163

1151

Hembree Springs

634

695

-61

Taylor Road

1342

1332

Hillside

510

529

-19

Lake Windward

685

690

-5

Webb Bridge

1287

1251

Manning Oaks

837

810

NF MS Total

11,980

11,991

-11

Medlock Bridge

669

707

-38

High

Mimosa

812

821

-9

Alpharetta

2134

2078

Mountain Park

798

830

-32

Cambridge

1992

1974

New Prospect

561

568

-7

Centennial

2009

2017

-8

Northwood

713

736

-23

Ocee

745

760

-15

Chattahoochee

1949

1907

River Eves

614

602

Independence

207

203

Roswell North

915

885

Johns Creek

2086

2069

Shakerag

715

747

-32

Milton

2303

2317

-14

State Bridge Crossing

799

801

-2

Northview

1820

1829

-9

Summit Hill

713

730

-17

Sweet Apple

773

765

Roswell

2231

2211

Vickery Mill

576

618

-42

NF HS Total

16,731

16,605

126

Wilson Creek

803

783

North Fulton Total

49,913

49,852

NF ES Total

21,202

21,256

-54

System Total

95,737

96,561

-824

10-Day

Proj.

Diff.

Abbotts Hill

690

682

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Alpharetta

554

549

Amana Charter

496

520

-24

NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Enrollment in the Fulton County School system is steadily rising toward the projected numbers for the 2016-17 school year, with overall numbers at the 10-day count in line with system expectations. Fulton School planners forecast enrollment this year at 96,561 students. The two-week numbers came in at 95,737 – a shortfall of 824 – but well on track to meet expectations based on past history. “Enrollment projections are based on the first month enrollment population, not the 10 day count,” said Yngrid Huff Jones, director of Planning for Fulton Schools. “The district will continue to grow well past the Labor Day break.” She added the 10-day figures are used to balance teacher allocations to ensure staff is properly distributed in schools where expectations did not align with enrollment. While the system projections lined up with students coming through the doors, wide variations were seen at the local school level, primarily in the elementary grades. Some schools saw the equivalent of two to three classrooms of students who failed to materialize in the first two weeks. Those included Hembree Springs Elementary which planned for 695 students, and ended the first two weeks with 634 – a deficit of 61 kids. Other elementary schools with double-digit differences between actual and projected enrollment included Medlock Bridge (-38), Mountain Park (-32), Shakerag (32), and the area’s newest elementary, Vickery Mill in Roswell which enrolled 42 fewer students than expected at the 10-day mark. On the flip side, Creek View Elementary had nearly 70 more students than projected, along with Cogburn Woods at 55, and Roswell North with 30 kids over forecast. Those patterns were seen across the system, attesting to the difficulty in projecting enrollment in the lower grades. “Preliminary review shows that some issues were due to redevelopment and closure of some multi-family complexes, while kindergarten enrollment did present a challenge in some schools,” noted Huff Jones. The variations were less obvious in middle school, with the exceptions of Northwestern Middle which came

Barnwell

776

781

-5

Birmingham Falls

734

717

Cogburn Woods

891

836

Crabapple Crossing

755

Creek View

883

Dolvin

Elementary

SCHOOL Middle

As adjustments were made for the 10-day enrollment, trend analysis were also used to incorporate future enrollees. If any unanticipated issues arise, [we will work] to ensure those matters are addressed.” YNGRID HUFF JONES Planning for Fulton Schools director in 48 students under projection, and Hopewell with 33 over forecast in the

first two weeks. Overall, the actual enrollment was only 11 students off

from projections at the area’s 11 middle schools. Among the area’s nine high schools, an additional 126 students enrolled over projection. The biggest increases were at Alpharetta (56 over projection) and Chattahoochee (42), with Milton, Northview and Centennial reporting numbers below projections. “Typically the first month count is the high-water mark for most schools, especially high schools,” said Huff Jones. “As adjustments were made for the 10-day enrollment, trend analysis were also used to incorporate future enrollees. If any unanticipated issues arise, [we will work] to ensure those matters are addressed.”

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Mt. Pisgah football game called in second quarter for lightning Game is not official, will not be replayed By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – After an hour and half delay, last Friday’s football game between Mount Pisgah and Rabun County was called due to lightning with under two minutes remaining in the second quarter. Because the two teams play in different classifications, the GHSA bylaws deem the game a “no contest,” meaning the game is not deemed official. The game will not be rescheduled. Rabun County of Class AA, led Pisgah 21-14 when the game was called with 1:29 remaining in the first quarter. Rabun County was off to a fast start, taking the opening kickoff and finding the end zone 3:16 later to go up 7-0. After going three and out on their opening offensive drive of the game, Pisgah’s defense kept Rabun in check with a fumble recovery. Rabun completed a screen pass, but their receiver would run into his own blocker and fumble the ball in the process where Pisgah recovered at

midfield. Pisgah took advantage, putting together a five-play, 52-yard drive capped off by a Jacob Cendoya pass to Connor Purcell for 23 yards to tie the game at 7-7. Less than 30 seconds later, the Pisgah defense forced another turnover, this time a Chase Purcell interception. Purcell, who made the interception at midfield, returned the ball to the Wildcats’ 22-yard line. Rabun County was called for a late hit, but in what was a theme of penalties against Pisgah, Purcell drew a personal foul when he spiked the ball after the hit. Pisgah would be called for eight penalties in less than two halves. Despite the penalties, which were offsetting, the Patriots would take five plays to take their first lead, 14-7. Senior Max Miller capped off the short drive with a three-yard rush on thirdand-goal for the touchdown with less than two minutes remaining in the first quarter. Pisgah’s defense forced a threeand-out on the Wildcats’ ensuing drive but the offense would fail to convert on a fourth-and-short, allowing Rabun County to take over on offense. Rabun County scored a touchdown with a quick two-minute drive high-

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Mt. Pisgah’s Max Miller (4) evades tackles on his way to the end zone on a 3-yard touchdown rush. lighted by its running game, but it failed to make the PAT after an errant snap, and the Patriots remained in the lead, 14-13. Another penalty from Pisgah cost them on their next drive as an illegal man downfield penalty negated a fake punt and pass from Cendoya that would have put the Patriots in the red zone. With just over five minutes left in the second quarter, the Wildcats

began an 82-yard drive capped off by a 14-yard touchdown pass. The 2-point conversion was successful, giving the Wildcats a 21-7 lead. Pisgah began a drive on their own 27, but the lighting alarm went off as they crossed midfield. Pisgah begins its region schedule this week when they travel to take on Whitefield Academy. Pisgah will be seeking its first 2-0 start since 2013.

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JCHS Cross Country runs in Whitesburg

Top row, from left, are Athletic Director Scotty McDaniel, Bryanna Guynn and Darin Guynn. Bottom row, from left, are Women’s Varsity Coach Jen Barr, Amber Guynn and Lana Guynn.

NHS senior signs with Berry College JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Northview High School senior Amber Guynn recently signed a national letter of intent to play soccer at Berry College. She played four years for NHS, where the team was named in the Elite 8 in 2013 and 2014. Guynn will join a recruiting class for the Vikings Women’s Soccer program, which competes in the NCAA Division III Southern Athletic Association. Amber will be pursuing a degree in Exercise Science at Berry with the intent to become an athletic trainer.

WHITESBURG, Ga. — On Aug. 27, the Johns Creek High School cross country traveled to Whitesburg to compete. The varsity boys were led by junior Matt Wozniak in a time of 17:11.85, which put him seventh place in the all-time boys leaderboard and moved him up to sixth for juniors. James Springer finished with a time of 17:22.85, and moved him in to seventh place all-time for juniors. Bradley Arms had a time of 17:43.55 which put him in to the record books as the tenth senior in JCHS history. Johns Creek finished ninth out of 27 schools. Varsity girls team member Sophie Brandeis ran a 20:46.80, which put her in seventh place of all-time for female juniors. Ninth-grader Dani Blank ran a 21:09.72, which was sixth fastest of all time for freshman girls at JCHS. Johns Creek’s varsity girls finished 12th out of 21 teams. The junior varsity boys were led by Adar Horowitz in a time of 17:52.60, making him the tenth fastest junior

JC Boys finished fourth out of 23 schools. for JCHS. Boys junior varsity for Johns Creek was seventh out of 35 schools. Freshman Julianna Arms was the fastest junior varsity girl for Johns Creek with a time of 24:00.58. JCHS junior varsity girls were 13th out of 30 schools. In the Mixed Open division, junior Colton Ross was first overall in the entire race with a time of 18:03.76. JC Boys finished fourth out of 23 schools. Freshman, Johanna Chien, was the first girl for JCHS to finish in a time of 24:54.36. JCHS Girls team was seventh out of 20 schools. The Johns Creek Cross Country Gladiators will have their next meet on Saturday, Sept. 10, at the Covered Bridge Run in Roswell.

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Lightning cuts multiple games short in football’s week two Many games called early due to weather, others delayed

Games this week: • • • • • • • •

By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Storms and lightning brought many games to an early end last Friday as lightning stuck around the North Fulton and Forsyth area long enough to call the games. Many that were not called early were still delayed by the storms.

• • • •

Central Gwinnett @ Roswell Cambridge @ Milton South Forsyth @ Centennial Winder-Barrow @ Northview River Ridge @ Forsyth Central Collins Hill @ Lambert North Forsyth @ Loganville Blessed Trinity vs. St. Peter’s Prep (9/3 Dublin, Ireland) Strong Rock @ King’s Ridge Mt. Pisgah @ Whitefield Academy Discovery @ Pinecrest Academy North Cobb Christian @ St. Francis

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North Gwinnett 43, Milton 29 Milton wound up on the wrong end of a back-and-forth contest with North Gwinnett. Milton was down 21-3 before scoring 26 unanswered points to take an 8-point lead near the end of the third quarter. However, North Gwinnett would go on a scoring run of its own with a touchdown at the end of the third before extending its lead and taking the 43-29 win.

Chattahoochee quarterback Chase Owens (8) looks for room to run. swered points to down North Forsyth in the Gladiators’ home opener. Johns Creek kicker Jake Friant made four field goals in the win, and the Gladiators offense put up 258 total yards.

Mountain View 28, Lambert 24 Creekview 14, Cambridge 7 Former Class 5A region rivals Creekview and Cambridge met last Friday for their first matchup as Class 6A schools, but the outcome was familiar. For the fifth consecutive season Creekview won over the Bears. Creekview scored 14 points in the fourth quarter to seal the win.

Johns Creek 28, North Forsyth 21 Johns Creek trailed 21-15 in the fourth quarter but scored 13 unan-

with the ball at Wheeler’s yard line, the game was called with just under 10 minutes remaining in the fourth quarter due to lightning.

South Forsyth 52, Pinecrest 0

Down 28-24 in the fourth quarter, Lambert had a long, potentially game-winning drive come to an end when they failed to convert on fourth down inside Mountain View’s 20-yard line with one minute remaining in the game. The loss was Lambert’s fourth consecutive in season-opening games.

In a battle pitting two teams from the highest and lowest classification, it was South of Class 7A with the commanding victory last Friday over Pinecrest Academy. South compiled just under 400 yards of total offense, and quarterback Davis Shanley threw three touchdowns. Pinecrest will face Discovery, another Class 7A team, this week.

Centennial 36, Wheeler 22

Pace Academy 20, West Forsyth 10

Centennial quarterback Casen Conway threw 18-23 for 232 yards and two touchdowns, and Centennial’s defense forced four turnovers to lead the Knights in the season opening win. The victory was the Knights’ first in a season-opening game since 2011. With Centennial looking to extend its lead

Defending Class AA state champions downed West Forsyth in a classification upset last Friday. Bryce Jones scored on a 25-yard pass from Kiernan Hamilton, but the Wolverines defense couldn’t manage to stop Pace in the first half. The game was called at halftime due to lightning.

Fellowship Christian 14, Mt. Paran 7 Mt. Paran had blown out the Paladins in their only two prior meetings, but as the two teams met to begin their region schedules, FCS notched its firstever win against the Eagles. Andrew Johnson scored on a 12-yard rush and Jack Harding and Ryan Reid connected for a 58-yard touchdown to put FCS up 14-0 in the second quarter. A strong defensive performance by FCS would hold Mt. Paran to a single touchdown late in the fourth quarter.

Alpharetta 28, Gainesville 7 Just four minutes into the game, Alpharetta and Gainesville had both found the end zone. But for the Red Elephants, it would be their last notches on the scoreboard. The Raiders defense forced multiple sacks and held Gainesville’s offense in check for the remainder of the game. Quarterback Matthew Downing and Carlos Carriere would connect twice on touchdown passes, and Nolan Edmonds would add a rushing and receiving touchdown. Other scores from Aug. 26: • Chattahoochee 21, Rockdale Co. 0 • Dawson Co. 14, Forsyth Central 9 • Rabun Co. @ Mt. Pisgah (no contest) • Holy Innocents’ 21, St. Francis 0 • Blessed Trinity 25, Marietta 14

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SFHS hosts volleyball play date to benefit children’s charity Annual event features top volleyball teams in area By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. -- South Forsyth hosted the fourth annual All City Challenge and Fundraiser on Aug. 27 to benefit Supporting Adoptive and Foster Families Together. The tournament not only benefits charity, but has become one of the premier play dates in the state, bringing together 20 of the top teams in the state to play four games in a single day. Local schools competing at the event included Blessed Trinity, Cambridge, Johns Creek, Lambert, West and South Forsyth. South Forsyth head coach Kelly Wren created the play date four years ago with the mission to benefit SAAFT to provide scholarships for foster children to have the necessary funds to compete in team sports. “If the kids have never had the chance to play a team sport because it is cost prohibitive, they now have a scholarship option,” said Wren. Since it began in 2012, the event has grown each year. “Some of the coaches and I talked

South Forsyth’s Avery Kline makes a play at the net for the War Eagles. about setting up a play date on a weekend to play all day and make it worth their while by providing judges and hospitality, and giving them four matches where the competition is at the state playoff level. We went ahead with the idea, and over the years it has grown and the teams keep coming

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South Forsyth setter Olivia Heiser (13) sets for sophomore Molly Bergin (14) as the War Eagles faced Norcross.

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Friends of Chattahoochee River celebrate salvation Hard work has preserved river as first ‘Water Trail’ in U.S. By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON – About 200 people showed up for a birthday party on the Chattahoochee River’s Island Ford lodge last Friday night. But it was more than the 100th birthday of the National Parks Service or even the 38th birthday of the Chattahoochee River National Recreational Area. It was a chance for people who truly love the river to return and celebrate that it will be a people’s river – a river trail if you will – in perpetuity. Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area Superintendent Bill Cox was host for the evening, and addressed the crowd of celebrants to congratulate them on their efforts to support locally the passage of the bill that helped make this river park and served as a template for all others like it. From Great Falls Park on the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., to the Buena Vista River Park on the Arkansas River in Colorado, and the Truckee River White Water Park in Reno, Nev. – all exist in part because of the 1973 Metropolitan River Protection Act passed by the Georgia General Assembly. The act established a 2,000-foot corridor along both banks of the Chattahoochee and its impoundments for

It is a great evening to picnic by the Chattahoochee. the 48 miles between Buford Dam and Peachtree Creek. The act was amended in 1998 to extend the corridor an additional 36 miles to the downstream limits of Fulton and Douglas counties (the limit of the Atlanta region). John Kohler was one of those supporting the river, noted that the Chattahoochee Friends of the River was the citizen group that inspired the creation of such a vast river park. Their efforts led to the 1973 Metro River Protection Act which limited what private property owners could do near the river. David Eldridge was one of the original “Friends of the River.” He was present when the bill in 1978 was signed. “It was a battle to get it done,” Eldridge said. “The developers were fighting it. And private property owners were worried because they did not know what it would mean for their land.”

In 1978 that the Chattahoochee Recreation Area was the first designated River Trail. There are 16 separate areas from Buford Dam to Peachtree Creek that make up the Chattahoochee River Trail. Supporters in those days included U.S. Sen. Sam Nunn, U.S. Rep. Elliott Levitas and later U.S. Sen. Mack Mattingly who helped make a difference, Eldridge said. Within the National Parks Service, Roy Wood was a keen supporter and, as regional manager of the Southern District, was a key player in getting the Chattahoochee’s designation. Superintendent Cox noted that river parks not only create economic benefits for a community, but they act as

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cultural centers for residents who live in the area and beyond. Culturally and economically they are resource centers. “Today, we remember that this section of the Chattahoochee was the first designated River Trail in the United States,” Cox said. “And we have even more planned for it in the not-too-distant future.”

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Bill Cox, superintendent of the Chattahoochee River National Recreational Area, addresses supporters of the river.

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U.S. Congressman Tom Price and wife, state Rep. Betty Price, enjoy the evening’s celebration of the river.

Founding director of the Upper Chattahoochee Riverkeeper Sally Bethea makes remarks about the river’s importance to the community.

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Roger Buerki enjoys the birthday bash.

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Arrests:

arrested for DUI, failure to maintain lane, habitual violator, driving while license revoked and giving false information.

Continued from Page 2 ►► Amy Jean Sloan, 45, of Natchez

Trace, Sandy Springs, was arrested Aug. 3 on Marietta Highway in Roswell for DUI and improper turn. ►► Mary Beth Henderson of Waterford Drive, Dunwoody, was arrested Aug. 19 on North Peak Drive in Johns Creek for DUI. ►► Terrance Jaudon Dykes of Willow Meadow Circle, Johns Creek, was

possession of marijuana and possession of drug related objects. ► ► Donrell Demars Davis, 24, of Old Dogwood Road, Roswell, was

Drug arrests

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►► Maxwell Hinds, 23, of Stonebriar

Lane, Duluth, was arrested Aug. 13 on Morton Road in Johns Creek for possession of marijuana and stop sign violation. ►► Ritchy Jacques, 31, of Ivey Park Lane, Norcross, was arrested July 31 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for

PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF JOHNS CREEK CHARTER TASK FORCE MEETING NOTICE The Charter Task Force for the City of Johns Creek will hold an Organizational Meeting on Thursday, September 1, 2016 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. This organizational meeting will be held in the Taylor Farms Conference Room at Johns Creek City Hall, 12000 Findley Road, Suite 300 in Johns Creek, GA 30097. Please contact Joan Jones at 678-512-3212 should you have any questions regarding this notice. CITY OF ALPHARETTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The following item will be considered by the City Council on Monday, September 26, 2016 commencing at 6:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia. a. PH-16-15 Thompson Street Flats/Kairos Development (City Council Only) Consideration of a request to change a previous condition of zoning to revise the configuration of the buildings on the site in order to allow all four buildings to front Thompson Street and to revise the architecture. The property is located at 51, 61, 71, and 83 Thompson Street and is legally described as being located in Land Lot 748, 1st District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. Note: Georgia law requires that all parties who have made campaign contributions to the Mayor or to a Council Member in excess of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) within the past two (2) years must complete a campaign contribution report with the Community Development Department. The complete text of the Georgia law and a disclosure form are available in the office of the City Clerk, 2 South Main Street.

arrested Aug. 1 on Old Dogwood Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana and obstruction of a police officer.

The City of Alpharetta, in conjunction with GovDeals, will conduct a CONTINUOUS online auction to sell surplus material, equipment, and vehicles. To view the surplus items or to place a bid, please visit www.govdeals.com. All sales will be final to the highest bidder and sold as is, where is, with no warranty expressed or implied. The City of Alpharetta and GovDeals reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and the right to waive formalities. Once the items are sold, the coordination of and actual removal of the items must be completed by the selected party. For further information, visit www.govdeals.com or contact Joshua Amusa with the City of Alpharetta, Department of Finance at (678) 297-6095 or jamusa@alpharetta.ga.us.

City of Johns Creek Board of Zoning Appeals, Public Hearing: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at 7:00 P.M. City of Johns Creek Council Chambers 12000 Findley Road, Suite 300 Johns Creek, Georgia 30097 The following Variance proposals located within The City of Johns Creek are scheduled for Public Hearing as stated above. Case Number: Petitioner: Present Zoning: Property Location(s): Variance Request:

V-16-019 Dr. Chalam Mahdevan AG-1 11020 Bell Road Stream buffer encroachment for a rear addition

Case Number: Petitioner: Present Zoning: Property Location(s): Variance Request:

V-16-020 Donald G. Reichardt R4-A Conditional 690 Saint Regis Lane Stream buffer encroachment for rear deck and screen porch.

Case Number: Petitioner: Present Zoning: Property Location(s): Variance Request:

V-16-021 Country Club of the South CUP Conditional 4100 Old Alabama Road Reduction of 100 foot recreational court setback.

Case Number: Petitioner: Present Zoning: Property Location(s):

V-16-022 Old Ala/Jones Bridge Road LLC O-I Conditional & C-1 Conditional Northeast corner of Old Alabama Road & Jones Bridge Road Stream buffer encroachment to allow for parking

Variance Request:

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Caretaker leaves, $1.7K in items gone MILTON, Ga. — A man reported theft from his home Aug. 16 with items worth $1,700 total missing. The victim told police that since he dismissed his short term caretaker, 71-year-old James Baines, Aug. 8, several of his belongings have gone missing. Items include shirts, hammers, flashlights, quartz crystals and an air compressor. The victim said that while Baines was staying at his residence, he frequently found Baines in storage areas that were made off limits to him.

Hit-and-run suspect ID’d as wanted man MILTON, Ga. — A man was arrested Aug. 20 after he was recognized as a wanted man when he left the scene of a car accident. Milton police responded to a hitand-run on Webb Road and were told that a man involved in the collision, 31-year-old Matthew Minyard, had already left in a silver Nissan Altima. The reporting party said that she had been backing out of her parking

spot when Minyard’s car struck her vehicle. The drivers briefly discussed the damage before Minyard drove off without providing any insurance information. It turns out Minyard had an active warrant out for his arrest from Duluth for failure to appear in court. Milton police tracked him down and arrested him later that day.

screen TV was taken. Several cabinets near the TV were thrown open with items strewn about on the floor. The suspect appeared to have tried to break into the gun safe but was unsuccessful, according to the police report. The upper level of the house was also ransacked, with a damaged thermostat and Louis Vitton purse missing from the daughter’s room.

Man allegedly leaves Drug dealer allegedly with scanner down pants threatens family JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A manager from a local CVS reported a theft Aug. 15 when he noticed that a Symbol barcode scanner was missing. Surveillance video showed a man approach the far counter, where an employee had momentarily put down the scanner. The man picked up the scanner, put it down his pants and immediately left the store. There was no video outside the store to show what kind of vehicle the suspect might have been using. The manager told Johns Creek police that the bar code scanner is valued at $2,000.

House looted, TV, purse missing JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A man reported a robbery Aug. 16, when he noticed that $3,500 worth of items were missing from his home. Police determined that the back doors that led to the basement had been kicked down. The man’s flat-

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A suspected drug dealer reportedly threatened to kill a family Aug. 18 after one of the grandsons didn’t pay the dealer. The grandson called his family to say someone was on their way to Cumming to kill the family. The man said the dealer assaulted him at a local hotel, which the Roswell Police Department confirmed did take place. The dealer beat up the grandson. The grandson declined to press charges and didn’t want a report. Extra patrols were requested for the family’s home.

Man throws rocks at construction crew FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A man who reportedly has a history of confrontation with construction workers was throwing large rocks at a crew Aug. 24. One of the workers noticed rocks being thrown at him while he was operating a machine near the man’s yard. He saw the man throwing rocks over

his fence almost hitting the worker. The worker confronted the man, and the two started yelling at each other. A supervisor calmed them down then called 911. In the past, the man has apparently complained about the construction going on and yelled at workers, accusing them of damaging his property. The worker didn’t want to press charges, so officers warned the man what could happen if they did press charges. They told him to file a complaint rather than taking matters into his own hands.

Employee wanted for stealing paychecks FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A “no call, no show” employee allegedly stole a pile of paychecks from his employer Aug. 19. The business called the sheriff’s office after being notified both the doors were open and the paychecks were stolen. The manager said she left for about 30 minutes after dropping off the checks in the office. She said it could be an employee they’ve had problems with and who hadn’t shown up to work for two days. Another employee also mentioned noticing a car similar to the employee’s. She said the employees are paid overtime in cash, so there was about $2,000 in the checks. Because of the issues with this employee, his check was not in the payroll pile, so they know it wasn’t stolen. She was advised to cancel the checks.

DEATH NOTICES John Donovan Blankenship, 47, of Alpharetta, passed away August 17, 2016. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Joseph R. Blum, 86, of Suwanee, passed away August 13, 2016. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery. Daniel Bower, of Alpharetta, passed away August 22, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

William H. Carter, Sr., 89, of Roswell, passed away August 8, 2016. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Richard B. Caughman, 95, of Roswell, passed away August 5, 2016. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery. Maximo Clavijo, 85, of Suwanee, passed away August 23, 2016. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Pat Mobley, 75, of Johns Creek, passed away August 18, 2016. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

John Sena, 98, of Roswell, passed away August 19, 2016. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Angela Nemesh, of Roswell, passed away August 22, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Richard Skinner, of Alpharetta, passed away August 18, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Bradford Sanderson, of Alpharetta, passed away August 21, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Elizabeth Isabel Smith, 94, of Cumming, passed away August 24, 2016. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Lester Cook, of Alpharetta, passed away August 20, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Kenneth Merlin Day, 62, of Cumming, passed away August 17, 2016. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Sandra Ledbetter, 55, of Cumming, passed away August 21, 2016. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Weldon Tallant, 68, of Cumming, passed away August 17, 2016. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

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