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The victim sent him another $10,000. Lin then arranged to meet the victim in Bali, where he once again told her that he needed more money. She sent him $50,000. The victim continued to send Lin money without actually meeting him. After sending $152,000 total, the victim realized she was being swindled and contacted Johns Creek police, Malaysian authorities and the FBI. She provided them with all the bank documents, emails and SMS messages she had kept along with what appears to be Lin’s Texas driver’s license.
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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A man was arrested for shoplifting Aug. 27 after he returned to the same store he had allegedly stolen from to sell back the merchandise. A Game Stop employee saw the man come into the store midday and ask for a shopping bag. She said she thought the request was odd, but was unable to keep an eye on him as the shop was busy and she was the only employee there. Thirty minutes after leaving, the man, later identified as Myles Adams, returned with a woman to attempt to sell four Xbox controllers and four Wii remotes. The employee grew suspicious and only took two of the Xbox controllers for $16. A few minutes after the sale, the woman returned to the store and told the employee that Adams, who she did not know, approached her at a nearby Starbucks and asked her to sell the controller for him.
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Business owners seek relief for Historic District visitors By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – City leaders got an earful Aug. 25 when about a half dozen residents demanded that something be done about the lack of parking in the Historic District. Residents and business leaders used the WOOD City Council’s “Open Forum” night on the fifth Monday of the quarter to urge elected officials to find ways to open up more parking on Canton Street, one of North Fulton’s busiest and most popular commercial districts. Rand Cabus, owner of Mojo Vinyl Records, called for “urgent action” on the matter, seconding a proclamation by the Historic Roswell Business Association to address the issue. “I agree with the HRBA’s position that more parking spaces are critical to the continued success of Roswell’s Historic District,” Cabus said. Zach Bramlett, owner of Roux on Canton said he spoke on behalf of other merchants who couldn’t attend the
meeting. “We’ve heard a lot about parking being a priority and that it was soon to be here. We’ve been waiting patiently,” he said. Parking in the Historic District has been an ongoing problem for years. The city owns one lot with about 25 spaces, but most of the other available parking is on private property. City Councilwoman Nancy Diamond said it’s an issue that occupies much of the council’s attention. She said the best estimates she has gathered from professionals show it would cost in the neighborhood of $8 million to construct a parking deck with 200 spaces. Add the cost of land and the displaced business on the site, and the total grows to more than $11 million, she said. The city has suggested one longterm plan to help ease the parking congestion with its $6 million City Green project which will open a pathway from City Hall. That should free up hundreds of free City Hall parking spaces for the Historic District. That project, although moving forward remains in the planning stages. For Ann-Marie Giglio, owner of Core Matters fitness and nutrition center on Canton Street, Roswell is running out of time to fix the problem. “It’s only a matter of time before people find the congestion and the
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Read executive editor Hatcher Hurd’s column “Making your city sing,” Page 12. parking situation intolerable and move their money to Alpharetta and other newer, cleaner, easily accessible nearby areas because they’re just sick of both the hassle and the added charges that they find here in our historic district,” she said. Giglio added that with adequate parking, the Historic District can support many more businesses between Woodstock and the river. Kelley Davis also spoke on behalf of others who could not be present for the forum. She said that with promotion of Vickery Creek Park over the past couple of years, the city has experienced a tremendous increase in tourism downtown. “As a resident, we need help,” she said. Sally Johnson, owner of the Chandlery on Canton, said downtown merchants were told 15 years ago that if they could prove a need for additional parking, something would be done. “We’re so beyond that,” she said. “It is affecting all of our businesses.” Johnson added that by the time she opens, the city lot is filled with employees, and there is nowhere for customers to park. Chris Archer with Roswell Founders Hall, which has about 110 spaces in its private lot, said he has tried to police his property, but visitors to downtown say they think there should be parking available. And arguing with visitors is bad for business, he said. “But so is having a private lot full of cars when a future bride visits the hall and is afraid there will be no parking for her wedding guests.” Mayor Jere Wood told the merchants that the city continues to search for solutions, but land purchase negotiations are sensitive, and buying property is not simple. “But I can assure you that this council unanimously supports more parking on Canton Street,” he said. “I just can’t give you the details.” The mayor said he realizes the city is behind on accommodating its downtown commercial growth. “If you can find a piece of property for sale that we can close on tomorrow at a reasonable price, we’ll move forward, but that’s what we’re looking for,” he said.
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Residents weigh in on plans to ease Webb Bridge Rd. congestion Alpharetta gathers input for future improvements By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – About 100 residents turned out Aug. 30 at Alpharetta High School for the first in a series of public discussions on the future of Webb Bridge Road. City officials came with their pockets empty but their ears open, saying there is little funding on hand to make any major changes to ease the daily traffic congestion that floods the residential street daily. “The first thing I want to tell you is the dollars are not readily available,” Mayor David Belle Isle said. However, he quickly added that
Fulton County residents will have an opportunity to generate additional transportation funding this November when a .75 percent sales tax referendum appears on the ballot. The city stands to receive upward of $53 million in transportation dollars over the fiveyear term of the tax, if it passes on the ballot. Right now, the mayor said city officials want to hear what residents say before any plans are discussed. It’s always a balancing act when addressing traffic problems, like those found on Webb Bridge Road, he said. “We want it to be more efficient, but at the same time, we don’t want it to be Old Milton Parkway – nothing wrong
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Community Development Director Kathi Cook, from left, Assistant City Administrator James Drinkard, Mayor David Belle Isle and Councilman Chris Owens field questions at Alpharetta High School from a crowd of about 100 residents. They were at an Aug. 30 forum to discuss the future of Webb Bridge Road. with Old Milton Parkway, except that’s not your neighborhood,” Belle Isle said. “You guys are the experts, so we’re going to rely on your input.” The city mailed letters about the meeting to some 1,800 residents of neighborhoods along that portion of the Webb Bridge Road Corridor between North Point Parkway and Kimball Bridge Road. One thing became clear from the start: Residents have no interest in seeing the tree-lined parkway widened to four lanes. While there was no consensus on which projects might be pursued, there were plenty of ideas that drew applause. Residents pointed out that they enjoy the residential and pastoral nature of the route. They emphasized that there are three schools along the road, and they would like to maintain a family-friendly atmosphere in the area. One of the biggest problems all agreed is that Alpharetta is starved for East-West travel routes. As a result, commuters use Webb Bridge as a cutthrough. Residents said if the city addressed issues that are creating backups along the existing East-West arteries, Webb Bridge Road would draw less traffic. e r liz e ia tom rics c pe us ab e S ng C d F W si he U is in urn F
Belle Isle said the city is already working with Forsyth County and the Georgia Department of Transportation to widen McGinnis Ferry Road, one of the area’s chief east-west thoroughfares. Similar traffic-flow improvements are planned on Old Milton Parkway, he said. At the very least residents wanted the city to lower the speed limit along Webb Bridge Road from its current 40 mph, to make it safer for children and easier for residents to enter and exit their neighborhoods. Another suggestion involved installing a roundabout to slow traffic and allow vehicles on side roads to enter and exit more easily. David Baker, a neighborhood resident, said 20 years ago Webb Bridge Road was the most beautifully landscaped area one could imagine, with canopies of trees lining the entire route. The same detail to landscaping should be included in any future planning, he said. “It really is important to the longterm character and value of our neighborhoods,” Baker said. The city plans to hold other public input meetings and opportunities that will be promoted to the general public. The dates of those have not yet been set, but an online survey is available at the city’s website, www.alpharetta. ga.us.
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Top Appalachian Trail trivia questions 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.
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Q: What and how do hikers eat? A: These answers tend to vary with the stage of the Trail. At the beginning of the hike hikers will be carrying everything up to and including the RAY APPEN kitchen sink. Their Publisher, AT Hiker ray@appenmediagroup.com food weight will be really high — like 15-25 pounds. This weight becomes unbearable really fast — like in the first hour of the roughly six-month hike. In general hikers will buy food in town about once a week. The smart hikers will fine tune their system to only buy the exact number days’ worth of food they need. If they will be in town in four more days, they only buy four days of food. If they know there are water sources about every couple of hours, they only carry a couple hours of water. Some hikers, in fact, will carry no water if they know sources are numerous that day. Hikers see food in only one light typically — the numbers of calories per ounce of weight. Food is seen simply as fuel and only fuel. Oreos, spam, honey buns and potato chips are high on the list in terms of fat and calories. My diet consists almost entirely of tortillas, pepperonis, cheese, cinnamon raisin bread, peanut butter, snicker bars and granola. In general, food and water are seen as a necessary evil of unwanted weight. Q: Do hikers lose weight? A: You bet-ya, between 20 and 150 pounds has been my anecdotal observation. In general, women lose less weight and end up looking buff, while men typically return from the trail looking emaciated and anorexic. I have lost 20 pounds. Q: Did you carry a gun? Are their guns on the Trail? A: No I did not and there are few
carried. The few people I knew who started out their hike with guns got rid of them quickly because of the weight. Any and all unnecessary weight is usually eliminated by hikers. Guns and gun carriers are shunned on the Trail as well. Q: Isn’t the Trail dangerous? A: Only if you carry a gun! Kidding. Most animals on the Trail run in the opposite direction when they hear you coming — including the bears. Yes, you see poisonous snakes but I have yet to hear of a single snake bite. The people on the Trail have been amazing and I have yet to become aware of a single “people problem” of a serious nature. The legitimate “danger” on the Trail is primarily that of falling and breaking bones. One must walk with complete concentration on where each foot is stepping — each foot, each time, every single step. This week I was five minutes from finishing a 22-mile day and let my guard down for just a second and immediately tripped over a root and was planted nose-first into the ground — me and my 40-pound pack. I have fallen I think four times in over six months. Q: What if I get lost? A: That is close to impossible, because of three things: the large number of hikers always on the Trail; apps that are gps-based and satellite-enabled; and the fact that most of the Trail is really clearly marked with white 2” X 6” blazes painted usually on trees every 20-30 yards. Q: What is the biggest hiker no-no? A: Trash. “Leave no trace” is an absolute rule on the Trail, and leaving a wrapper or a scrap of paper even the size of a postage stamp is just not done. You carry everything out in your pack until you find a trash can in town. Q: Does everyone have to grow a beard? A: While it is true that it would appear that only the Taliban is out hiking
... The few people I knew who started out their hike with guns got rid of them quickly because of the weight. Any and all unnecessary weight is usually eliminated by hikers.
Hikers anxiously wait to head out for the 100-mile wilderness in Maine. the AT, beards are not required on men or women. Q: How about tattoos? A: Butt-ugly tattoos seem to be a core requirement on the Trail - especially on women. Q: Speaking of women, is it safe for a woman to hike the Trail alone? A: Yes. My guess is that 25-35 percent of thru-hikers are women, and 90 percent of those are hiking by themselves. However no one really hikes by them self out here. Q: Am I too old to hike the AT? A: No. I have met hikers in their 80s out on the Trail. Some of the strongest hikers I have met were in their 70’s. No, you are not too old. Q: So is thru-hiking the AT really like a walk in the woods? A: No, it is the hardest, most punishing, most difficult thing you will ever do but also the most rewarding. Q: How often do hikers shower? A: Rarely. Maybe once a week or even less often. Hiker-stench is legendary. Not only does it come from you, it also comes from your clothes and especially from your pack. Q: What do you like least about your hike? A: Going to sleep in the same clothes that I sweated in all day. Most hikers early on make the decision to send most of their extra (i.e. that which they are not actually wearing) clothes home to reduce pack weight. Q: Is there marijuana on the Trail? A: Really? Are there trees? Actually it has been interesting. In the first few months every day and every night was party time. However, as time wore on hikers ran out of weed, money and energy, so those who didn’t drop out were not such big partiers any more. Q: On the trail did you see books, iPads, Kindles or guitars?
A: Almost never for all the above. Hikers disdain unnecessary weight. Yes there were occasional exceptions but they were exceptions. Q: What was the most important piece of equipment for you? A: My trekking poles were by far the most critical. I could have done without just about anything else (tent, sleeping bag, clothes) but if I didn’t have my poles I would have to go home. Without them I would have a thousand times tripped, fallen, or otherwise injured myself. Of note, almost no one from the state of Maine uses poles. Go figure. Q: Most interesting or favorite Trail person encountered? A: This is an easy one — Lumpy, the manager of the Standing Bear Hostel outside of the Smokies. He was a cross between lead guitarist for ZZ Top, Eddie Haskell from Leave it to Beaver, Darth Vader and Charlie Sheen. That is, he was a mess, but an interesting one. Q: Least favorite part of the Trail? A: The Whites in New Hampshire Q: Most favorite part of the Trail? A: The Whites in New Hampshire Q: What would you do differently next time (actually this needs to be a column all by itself)? A: Buy and strap to my forehead the best and newest GoPro made. Also buy a very compact and light-weight chair and also umbrella. Q: Would you thru-hike the AT again? A: This week I met a hiker and after he found out I was thru-hiking south to north he immediately asked me if I planned to “yo-yo” (turn around and hike the entire Trail north to south). “Are you crazy?” I asked him, then as the words were going out of my mouth a tiny — very, very, very small — part of my brain was thinking “maybe.”
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OPINION
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The crowd at Saint David’s Episcopal Church engages in an interactive exercise navigating day-to-day necessities while living in poverty.
Symposium drives home desperation of living in poverty Imagine you are a 21-year-old college student living in North Fulton. You have two 13-yearold sisters (twins) and a 3-year-old brother. Your mother is no longer in the HANS APPEN picture, and your General Manager hans@appenmediagroup.com father was recently incarcerated. You have about $400 in the bank, and the assets to your name are a TV, stereo, camera and some jewelry. Your rent is $700, utilities $250, food about $100/ week, and you have miscellaneous expenses of about $100/week. What would you do? How would you survive? That is exactly the question I had to consider this past week at Saint David’s Episcopal Church for a poverty symposium put on by North Fulton Community Charities. Along with about 30 other business and community leaders in the North Fulton area, I sat in a gym and was assigned the above role. Others were given roles of single mothers, homeless men and poverty-stricken families who did not speak any English. Some were even given the roles of families recently displaced from the middle class, who had lost their jobs and were evicted from their homes. All of us were faced with one question – what next? Along the walls of the gym were tables, each representing an institution that was either an obstacle on the road to recovery or a service that could potentially help – North Fulton Community Charities being one. There were tables representing a pawnshop, bank, day care, job placement services and a church, etc. Each table was manned by someone pretending to work at that institution, and some were given instructions to not be
very friendly or helpful when we went around the room seeking assistance (as you can imagine is often the case). We were responsible for figuring out how to navigate and prioritize what we had to do to survive. And if we didn’t, or we ran out of time, we were evicted, our power turned off or worse. In one session, I was able to get my utilities paid and buy some groceries, but I ran out of money for the bus fare home. In that case Barbara Duffy handed me $50 in play money and I was able to pick up my little brother from daycare and make it home in time to feed my two sisters. God bless her. At the end of the exercise we all circled around the room and talked about what we experienced by living in poverty and how it made us feel. Words like frustration, desperation, anger and panic were used often. In my case, I expressed fear. Fear in the weight of the added responsibility of taking care of my three younger siblings for which I had neither asked nor prepared for at 21 years old. Before we entered that gymnasium Tuesday morning we all recognized the reality of poverty that exists in our backyard, of that I am sure. It was a room full of good people, many of whom were there representing local charities or as members of the NFCC Board of Directors. But, for an hour in that gymnasium, we were a part of the poverty – we felt it. It’s a horrible feeling and one that no one that lives in a society as affluent as ours should have to endure. We are all tasked with offering a hand up to those less fortunate than ourselves. No good we show to others is too small, and no act of kindness goes unnoticed. To make a donation to North Fulton Community Charities, go to nfcchelp.org and click the ‘Donate’ button at the top left of the screen.
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Making your city sing What is the purpose of local government? Ask that question of 100 people and you will likely get 100 answers. My first thought was local government does what HATCHER HURD no one else will do Executive Editor hatcher@appenmediagroup.com or can do. That includes garbage collection, certainly police and fire protection. But if I had to reduce it to one word, it would be infrastructure. It’s not a precise word but it certainly covers a lot of ground: streets, sewers, traffic lights, parks, public safety, schools – all the things a city has to have. But what is the bottom line? What is city government’s purpose when all is said and done? What popped in my mind is this: It should make the city sing. What image comes to your mind when you say, “Make the city sing?” Does that mean the city council should be caroling in front of City Hall? No, I am talking about a state of mind. It came to me when I was comparing the city council stories in the Alpharetta-Roswell Herald the last couple of weeks. Roswell’s council seems bent on telling everybody what to do and how to do it. They don’t like the Downtown Business Authority and want to run it. Now they don’t like the Historic District Planning Commission and want to run it. Meanwhile, The Alpharetta City Council is making itself into a city folks are going to want to visit. They didn’t have the tools Roswell has. Alpharetta doesn’t have the historic district that Roswell has or its Canton Street. But Alpharetta is making its own Canton Street area. Look where Alpharetta’s downtown was five years ago and look at it today. The city has a plan, you see? It started more than five years ago, and it began to transform. They built a new City Hall and made sure the new library got built next door – because the library brings people downtown. Then Alpharetta began having all kinds of festivals downtown. Taste of Alpharetta had already been a success for years. They encouraged people to live downtown, and townhouses sprang up. You want a lively downtown, people have to live there. People walk around there now, and they have restaurants. Roswell was always way ahead. It had the original Canton Street. I
remember old Canton Street. Quaint homes, but a bit shabby. Then in the mid-1990s, the Roswell City Council had a vision. Let’s make our Canton Street into something. They already had homes there, but now there are more – and the restaurants are to die for. So the street got repaved. Sidewalks were completely redone with brick pavers, and period street lights appeared. Stackstone walls went up so yards above street level didn’t bleed mud in the streets any more. Stackstone walls went up on yards below street level so the sidewalks didn’t cave in. A few benches were added. It is called infrastructure – with a touch of vision. Canton Street in Roswell sings. It is a place people want to be. And you know, Canton Street in Alpharetta sings too. Both areas are getting more popular. But when you look at Roswell’s Canton Street you see a victim of its own success. People can’t’ find a place to park. What to do? The city did buy up some existing parking lots. But it’s not enough. Ask anyone what is the one thing Roswell’s Canton Street needs? Parking is the only answer you’ll get. What does Roswell do about it? Well, it does what Roswell does best these days. It dithers. For the last five years, I’ve heard a lot of Roswell officials talk about a parking deck for downtown, but there’s no will to pull the trigger. Now, no one even talks about the problem. Alpharetta tried another tack. When it built its new City Hall, and Fulton County built the Alpharetta Library next door, the City Council made sure there was a parking deck too. That is planning and thinking ahead. It is also action. Roswell? Well it still talks, but not so much anymore – and no action. As its downtown grows and there are more things to do, Alpharetta will have a parking problem, too. So last month, they bought an acre lot for parking on the west side of Main Street – near its own Canton Street. But that wasn’t all. Last week, Alpharetta announced Parking Deck No.2 is going up also on the west side of Main Street. They think pretty soon folks will tire of Canton Street in Roswell with its ongoing parking problem and will find Alpharetta’s downtown friendlier. Let’s hope it won’t come to that. There is so much good about Roswell’s Canton Street (so little elsewhere in the city) that something will get done, won’t it? Meanwhile, the Roswell Council dithers. And in Alpharetta? Alpharetta sings.
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Multi-million-dollar sales announced ALPHARETTA, Ga. -- Illinois-based InvenTrust Properties Corp. announced it has acquired Windward Commons, a 99 percent occupied retail center in Alpharetta for $27.65 million. The 117,000-square-foot complex is anchored by Kroger with other tenants including Hallmark, Roasters and Ippolito’s Italian Restaurant. “We are excited to announce the acquisition of Windward Commons, a premier retail center in one of the nation’s fastest-growing MSAs, anchored by the nation’s largest grocer,” said Michael E. Podboy, executive vice president – chief financial officer and chief investment officer of InvenTrust. “Windward Commons represents an attractive opportunity for InvenTrust to increase its presence in an affluent submarket location with favorable job, population and income demographics.” Christopher Covey, senior vice president of transactions added, “Windward Commons is located at one of the area’s busiest intersections on a main thoroughfare connecting downtown Atlanta with the northern suburbs. A stable tenant base and long average tenant duration are added benefits of this property.” The news comes on the heels of last month’s announcement that the Alpharetta corporate campus of Fiserv Inc. has sold for almost $93 million — one of the largest real estate transactions this year in the north Fulton County market. LCN Capital Partners, a private equity firm with offices in New York City, Amsterdam, and London, was the buyer. — Patrick Fox
Roswell water customers complain about smell, taste Roswell removes chemical imbalance, water always safe ROSWELL, Ga. – After customers on the Roswell Water Utility, including Canton Street restaurants and other residents, complained last week of a strange smell and taste coming from their taps, utility workers found the problem and corrected the mixture additives. Utility officials said the “faint” scent was the result of the addition of a chlorine chemical in the pre-treatment process at the water plant. The city said, while the water had an “earthy” taste and smell, the water was fully safe to drink at all times. Roswell spokeswoman Julie Brechbill said the whole system was flushed out late in the week and the odor has dissipated. She said the city is constantly monitoring the system, and the problem was expected to be completely eradicated by Labor Day. In all, she said the water department received about 10 emails about the issue. Roswell’s new $15 million water treatment plant, which replaced the old facility built in 1935, went on line in May and produces about 3.3 million gallons a day.
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Avalon donates fountain’s bounty to charities Donates $519 to YMCA
By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — When visitors close their eyes, make a wish and toss a coin into the fountain at Avalon, they are helping local charities. The money thrown into the fountain is later collected and donated to area groups, all part of Avalon’s plan to give back to the community. While developing Avalon, developer North American Properties chose nine core values that would guide the project at every step of the way, according to Carla Toro, director of marketing at Avalon. “One of Avalon’s nine core values is community, and we are constantly looking for ways to contribute to and enhance our surrounding neighborhood,” Toro said. “It was a natural decision to donate the change from our fountain to local charities and organizations.” Each month, Avalon staff selects a different charity through social media, partnerships and outreach with outside charities. For the month of June, they
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Avalon is donating all coins that are thrown into the fountain to various nonprofits around the area. donated $519 to the YMCA. The timing was “perfect” for the YMCA, according to Nicole Lawson, as-
sociate executive director for the Y. The non-profit was just starting its summer day camp program to provide
financial assistance to children in need who want to participate, Lawson said. The money provided assistance for five children to experience Camp Big Creek at the Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA. “As someone throws their coins into the fountain, likely making a wish, they are helping to make possible real live wishes for children and families in our community,” Lawson said. “This is a wonderful effort that benefits others far more than the ‘wish maker’ probably realizes.” Lawson said she and her team at the Y are grateful to Avalon for the “generosity to the children at Y Camp Big Creek this summer and our community.” “We select organizations that are near and dear to the hearts of our guests,” Toro said. “We often see people of all ages making wishes and tossing their coins into Avalon’s fountain. We ensure the money continues to ‘work its magic’ by supporting local charities.” Next up for September is the City of Refuge in Atlanta which offers resources and tools to individuals and families in the city who are living on the margin.
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Roswell grave marker missing head, hands Historical Society seeks to restore monument By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — “A head is missing from the Old Roswell Cemetery,” said Pat Miller, a board member for the Roswell Historical Society. The head and praying hands of the Madonna statue overlooking Margarette Swindall Crowley’s grave are gone, and the Roswell Historical Society has launched an effort to find them. The monument, created in the early 1900s, stands in front of a small reflecting pool at the Old Roswell Cemetery. It commemorates the life of “Maggie” Crowley who died in 1901, age 25, from complications in child birth. Crowley was the wife of Roswell mayor George Elmore Crowley and the daughter-in-law of Laurel Mills president Seaborn Crowley. “They are a family that is very entrenched in Roswell history,” Miller said. “[The statue] is one of the most beautiful markers in the cemetery. It’s one that has always attracted people’s attention when they go through.”
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The last time the head and hands of this historic statue were seen were in a photo from 1985 that showed the complete statue. But sometime after the picture was taken, the parts vanished. “Nobody really knows when the head disappeared,” said Miller. But this was not the last time that the statue would be damaged. It was also knocked off of its pedestal about two years ago, splitting it in two. The statue has since been successfully remounted through the efforts of the Roswell Historical Society. With the statue standing proudly once again, the group wants to go a step further and completely restore it to its former glory. They are hoping that a “community -wide scavenger hunt” will help turn up the Madonna’s long-missing head and hands, Miller said. Anyone who might know the whereabouts of the parts, or who is a descendent of the Crowleys, is asked to contact the Roswell Historical Society at 770992-1665 or societyrhs@bellsouth.net. The Society has stated that it does not look to punish anyone, but it just wants to completely restore the Madonna. The statue’s parts can be returned with no questions asked.
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So much to do! Sundays on the River Concert: Montana Skies Sept. 11, 7 PM Get excited about the next concert on the river, featuring Montana Skies. Their name is a metaphor for musical freedom. This duo combines elements of classical technique, jazz improv and the power and energy of rock n’ roll into an unfrogettable show. Tickets available on Freshtix.com. Past District Governor of Rotary Blake McBurney, on left, welcomes the new president of the Rotary Club of Alpharetta, Jason Binder.
Jason Binder inducted as new Alpharetta Rotary president ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Past District Gov. Blake McBurney recently inducted Jason Binder as president of the Alpharetta Rotary Club. McBurney also installed the new Board of Directors for 2016-2017. Binder’s new role as president of the club comes within a year of his election to the Alpharetta City Council. He has stepped up in the community as a leader to offer his expertise, talents, thoughts and time to make Alpharetta a better place to live, work, play and visit. “A call to leadership is a call to service,” said McBurney. “Leadership is something to be shared by engaging, encouraging and inspiring your club members to focus on being the best club for the community and as Rotarians, to continue to try to make a difference in the world not with a hand out but with a hand up.” The new board for 2016-2017 is excited about guiding the club’s civic activities and fundraising programs over the next 12 months. The money that is raised by the club’s activities is given back to the community by supporting a variety of organizations and then globally by supporting interna-
tional projects. President Binder spoke to the club and thanked all the past presidents for offering to step up and help him when needed and he thanked the incoming board members for their support as he was being prepared to become the new president. Binder said, “When I moved to Alpharetta in 2010, I was looking for a way to give back to the community and that is when I was introduced to the Rotary Club of Alpharetta. I found that the members were kind and had a unique giving spirit, which helped me quickly recognize that the Rotary Club of Alpharetta was home for me. I want the members to have fun as a club this year and do projects in North Fulton that give examples of tangible reasons why we give and ask others to give so that the money raised by the club can do more in the community.” As president this year, Binder and the Board have a lot of ideas on ways to give back to community with supporting local projects and organizations as well as global projects to help internationally. For information about Alpharetta Rotary, visit alpharettarotary.org.
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GET opens season with ‘Ghost The Musical’ ‘More intimate show’ as play ‘re-imagined’ By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – The hauntingly romantic comedy “Ghost The Musical” is the season opener for Georgia Ensemble Theatre and its Southeastern premiere. It promises to be as sexy, sassy and spooky as the hit the screen version was in 1990. (Good grief! was it really 26 years ago?) But GET Artistic Director Robert Farley says this musical version should play better than the musical “Ghost” that has already made the rounds on Broadway and on the road. “It is a much more intimate show. They took the music and re-imagined it. It has a smaller cast – but every one cast member is incredibly talented – and the music is all acoustic,” said Farley, who is also directing the show. “I have the best cast I could ever imagine. I am really looking forward to opening this show.” Asked what drew him to do this, the Southeastern premiere of “Ghost,”
If you go What: “Ghost The Musical” When: Sept. 15 – Oct. 2 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center Tickets: $30 for Wednesdays, Thursdays and matinees; Friday start from $37; Saturday nights start from $40. Senior/student discounts available for select performances. Tickets online at www.get.org, or call Box Office at 770-641-1260. Farley said he had a dozen reasons. “I just love to take stories and look at them through the lens of engagement with an audience. I love the intimacy of that, and this show just spoke to me,” he said. “I am a huge fan of the minimalist simplicity of ‘Our Town,’ a play we did many years ago. I just love what Wilder did with that play.” Now Farley is reaching for those same storytelling qualities. “Ghost” has that same simplicity and honesty. This production is the ‘Our Town’ version of ‘Ghost.’ But this show has what the touring version of “Ghost the Musical” that played the Fox didn’t have. The play does not try to be the
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As Carl Bruner, he shows he can step out of type. “Of course any actor playing the bad guy knows the villain doesn’t think of himself as bad. He only is trying to get what he wants,” Farley said. The revamped music for the show is a much better fit with book and lyrics by Bruce Joel Rubin and based on his film, he said. “It all really comes down to a fantasy about the power of love. You can’t help but be drawn in by the romance, the comedy and the suspense.”
Chase Peacock and Kylie Brown make sparks fly sitting at the clay wheel, one of the iconic moments of “Ghost The Musical.”
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BUMC hosts straight talk on your child and heroin Ginger Katz brings personal message: The Courage to Speak about addiction By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. – Ginger Katz was relieved when her 20-year-old son walked into her bedroom one night to tell her he was ready to go into rehab. He was a heroin addict and he knew he could not fight it without help. “We cried and we agreed it was what was best. I went to sleep that night actually happy that he wanted to take that step,” Katz said. “That morning our dog Sunny woke me. She was acting funny, so I followed her downstairs and he was lying in a chair. “My son Ian had decided to shoot up one last time, and now he was dead,” she said. That was 20 years ago, and every day since that morning, Katz has devoted her life to telling parents that it can happen to their son or daughter too, and how they can help prevent it. She started The Courage to Speak Foundation as a vehicle to get the message out that drugs are seductive, children and young people are susceptible, and parents need to be an active participant in getting their youngsters through adolescence drug-free. “No parent should have to go through what I did or what Ian did,” Katz said. And through The Courage to Speak Foundation, that is what Katz does, tell Ian’s journey through his addiction. She points out the clues and the warning signs and how as a parent one has to be involved in the child’s life.
Children want and need information at all ages to understand the seduction as well as the risk, she said. Katz advocates for drug awareness and having drug resistance a part of the school curriculum in elementary, middle and high school. Almost no school does. “Children are like deer caught in the headlights when someone asks, ‘Come smoke this with me or try this pill.’ With refusal skills and starting at a very early age, they can become equipped to handle it. Our program begins in the fourth grade,” Katz said. Is that too early? Katz says the data tells her no. Data from the American Pediatric Association says one child in five has been drunk by the time they are in the fifth grade. That’s 20 percent. Children are taught at an early age not to go with strangers, but what are they taught when a friend, family member or acquaintance offers them a pill? “We have to begin talking to our children early. They learn that if someone comes to them and says, ‘Come with me little girl,’ that they should run. They did a survey of children what would they think if offered a pill or something to smoke, the most common answer was, ‘It would be fun.’” That is because the children have not heard about it in meaningful ways, Katz said. Two out of three elementary students have had no conversations about pills, smoking or drinking with their parents. She said it should be a two-pronged
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attack – parents talking with their children at home and age-appropriate, anti-drug curriculum in the schools. For Katz’s son Ian, his journey began in the eighth grade with a cigarette, a sip of beer and some pot. Parents will see from that beginning Ian was launched on a steady procession of actions that ended with Ian dead with a needle in his arm. “When he was a sophomore in college, a fellow student approached Ian and two buddies with some small packets of powders,” Katz said. “The fourth boy was a heroin addict. Each of the boys got a packet. One got scared, one got sick and Ian got hooked.” Five months later Katz got a phone call from her son telling her he was a heroin addict and could not stop. “That is the call a parent never expects to hear. You send your child away to college for higher learning and he comes home high on drugs,” she said. What is more pernicious about drugs is that when users begin at an earlier age, the effects are greatly accelerated. Katz noted a 30-year-old takes about 8 to 10 years to reach the chronic stages of alcoholism. In an adolescent it can occur in as few as 15 months because the brain has not fully matured yet. Twenty years ago, when Ian first used heroin, the average age of a beginner heroin user was 27 years old. Today it is 17. That means America’s youth is in crisis. North Fulton Attorney Ed Tate is part of the Birmingham United Method-
The Courage to Speak What: A frank presentation for parents about substance abuse and addiction. • Recognizing the warning signs • Impact of addiction on families • The ‘code of silence’ and its danger • Identifying risky behaviors and friendships • What to do when you suspect drug use Who: The Courage to Speak Foundation Where: Birmingham United Methodist Church, 15770 Birmingham Road, Milton When: 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 27 Admission: Free, teenagers welcome, nursery provided Information: Call 678-942-1600 or www.couragetospeak.org ist Church’s Missions Committee, and it was the committee’s decision to bring Katz and her Courage to Speak program as a community mission. “We were looking for a local mission for the church and we became aware of North Fulton’s reputation as the Heroin Triangle. Heroin deaths are a major killer of our young people here where we live,” Tate said. To encourage higher attendance, the Missions Committee raised the money to allow the program to be of no cost to families that attend. “Most of us know a family that has been touched by a heroin death, and it’s always a son or daughter,” Tate said. “We think the best way to stop that from happening is with education, and Ginger Katz is the best.”
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Johns Creek mixes business with economic development Partnership with Johns Creek Advantage meets needs By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Some cities maintain their own economic development department to troll the business community in search of new jobs and find more commercial enterprises to set up shop within BODKER their city limits. But Johns Creek prefers its public-private partnership through the Johns Creek Advantage (JCA). The JCA operates under the auspices of a consortium of local banks and businesses, the Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce and the city’s contribution of $100,000 annually. Mayor Mike Bodker says the city gets considerably more bang for the buck working cooperatively with the business community via the JCA than it would if it operated its own economic development office within the government. “We get considerably more bang for our bucks partnering with JCA and the chamber than if we operated our own economic development department. The $100,000 we contribute is a bargain,” the mayor said. He pointed to the recruitment of Ebix Inc., which designs software for insurance and healthcare companies. It purchased 11.6 acres in Johns Creek, a
$12.6 million property, for a new headquarters and corporate campus next door to Emory Johns Creek Hospital. Ebix, which has some 35 offices globally, said it saved money by consolidating some of its north metro offices to the Johns Creek location. Nordson Corp.’s $4 million, 67,000-square-foot expansion in 2012 adding 67 jobs was another project the JCA had a hand in. The biggest coup to date, however, was reversing Alcon’s plan to leave Johns Creek. The leading manufacturer of contact lenses was persuaded to stay in Johns Creek Technology Park. It not only stayed, but completed two major expansions of the facility totaling $500 million in investment and adding 550 “white collar” jobs. “Those are three major projects for the city that would not have happened without JCA and thus the city’s involvement,” Bodker said. “That does not mean spending money to incent them. It does mean trying to understand their needs and create a climate that is attractive to them.” The reason is twofold, Bodker said. First, the city should control its own destiny and not just take all comers. “You want to attract businesses that make sense for the city,” he said. “And if you are analyzing your wins and losses, you can better analyze the resources you have and focus on those businesses you want over those you don’t want.” Office space is a commodity like any other, and thus the city wants that space saved for the highest and best use of it, Bodker said. That is why business retention is at least as important if not more than new business acquisitions. Alcon is
the poster child of what it can mean to keep existing businesses happy. Johns Creek Assistant City Manager Justin Kirouac is the city’s liaison with the JCA, and he says the city working in concert with the business community to recruit and retain businesses has paid off. “The main benefit you get from the public investment of $100,000 perspective is you get the force multiplier of key private industry players. So it is an all-in approach,” Kirouac said. The partnership is a strategic part of the city’s Strategic Economic Development Plan. The city recently cemented that partnership with a formal memorandum of understanding. The purpose of the MOU is to ensure the alignment of the Economic Plan and its objectives. The JCA is the city’s “tactical tool” for business recruitment, retention and expansion. The city’s $100,000 contribution is leveraged to create a $300,000 return on the investment, Kirouac said. Having the key business drivers and key lenders on the JCA board provides invaluable insights and business connections. When a business prospect for recruitment or retention sits at the table, that business knows the government, property owner and lenders are all listening to its needs, he said. JCA President and CEO Courtney Bernardi said the five-year MOU will ensure the close cooperation between the city and the JCA. “The city is the largest single contributor to the JCA with a commitment to five years. Not only will that give us more resources and the ability to do more, it shows the city is on board with economic development and sees that as
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Delicious is a great way to describe North Fulton Ok, here is my warning: this is a completely self-indulgent article that was very likely born out of me being on a new diet that has my stomach totally empty except for a cup of buttered GEOFF SMITH coffee. If you are Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com hungry, you should probably skip straight to Hatcher’s weekly column and learn something worthwhile. The food scene in North Fulton back in the 1980s and much of the 1990s was pretty straight-forward. If you lived west of GA 400 and were celebrating a special occasion, you went to Van Gogh’s or maybe the Brookfield West Country Club. And if you weren’t, there were several other options. One of the true gems was the Southern Skillet. Yes, the image you have in your mind is probably correct: Fried chicken with vegetables floating in butter. It clogged a lot of arteries, but was absolutely delicious. If I remember correctly, a nice gentleman once bought it with the idea to convert into something else, but the customers wouldn’t let him. On the east side of Ga. 400, we had our Italian restaurant called Paisano’s and a great Chinese restaurant called Wok and Chopsticks – which I think moved to Forsyth County off McFarland. The biggest culinary event I remember back then was when Pete Vavaroutsos, his girlfriend and his son Jimmy opened Mama’s Pizza in the old Roswell Mall – which back then was the place to be and is today called Town Center at the Northeast corner of Holcomb Bridge and Ga. 9. It was quite a spectacle for many of the old boys and girls here in Roswell to see this Greek family from New York banter and sling pies. It was our first taste of New York pizza, and it was
Pure Taqueria is one of the many successful Sedgwick restaurants that dot North Fulton. delicious. The girlfriend later left and Pete passed away. But Jimmy still has the restaurant open in Alpharetta on North Point Parkway. I’m not sure exactly how the North Fulton scene changed to the culinary gem that it is today. The Sedgwick family started Van Gogh’s and has gone on to open many great restaurants in North Fulton: Vinny’s, Pure Taqueria and Theo’s Brother’s Bakery. But I think the most influential restauranteurs may be Hicham Ashari and Fikret Kovac. The two own F&H Food Group and started Salt Factory, Little Alley Steak, The Real Fix Pizzeria and 1920 Tavern. I first got to know them years ago when my wife Brenda and I would go with friends to Little Alley Tapas. It was where they first worked together in the strip mall at a corner of Holcomb Bridge Road and Old Roswell Road. The food was absolutely delicious and they always had equally fantastic jazz music. We loved that place. Years later, we were out with another couple at one of their restaurants that is now 1920 Tavern. I saw one of the owners passing by and told him how much we used to love Little Alley Tapas. He was genuinely so moved that he grabbed my arm, looked me in the eye and said “You
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liked a Little Alley. You going to get a Little Alley.” He went back into the kitchen and personally made us five plates of tapas from the old Little Alley menu. It was fantastic, and it’s no wonder that their restaurants are all unique and delicious. Today North Fulton is filled with great restaurants. Avalon has a number of sharp styles and well-performed restaurants. Crabapple has some unique brands and great food. There are still hidden gems like Vuu, which is in an old Panda Express in front of the Home Depot in West Roswell. The owner/chef is passionate and has, in my opinion, some of the best sushi in Atlanta. If you can find the Crabapple Tavern, it’s a great meal too. I could write a book on this subject. But while some New Yorkers still like to claim there is no good Chinese food here, we are incredibly spoiled with fantastic restaurants. My buttered coffee is wearing off – I’m heading to The El Felix for lunch. Geoff Smith, gsmith@lendtheway.com 770-674-1433, Personal: NMLS#104587 Business: NMLS#70876 *The views and opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the views of Assurance Financial Group
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Forsyth holds vendor symposium Workshop deals with government contracts By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County government and Forsyth County Schools want to make it easy for businesses to do business with the county. That’s why the county held a vendor symposium Aug. 30 for companies interested in learning how to do business with Forsyth. Forsyth County Director of Procurement Donna Kukarola said sometimes people have misconceptions about doing business with the county. “If they see a face sometimes it breaks down that barrier and they realize we are just people too,” she said. “This reacquaints the public, including the potential suppliers and contractors with how to do business with the county and board of education.” Forsyth County Schools Director of Purchasing Brad Richardson spoke about how the vendors could do business with the district, which has more than 5,000 vendors in its database. “There may be some nuance differ-
ences based on the culture or needs,” Richardson said. “So you may see a little bit of differences between the county government and us, but it doesn’t mean one is right or wrong.” There were a few things Kukarola said she hopes attendees learned about including the Local Business Initiative, the county’s commodity codes and the vendor self-service portal at https:// vss.forsythco.com/mss/Default.aspx. The initiative is a county program designed to promote opportunities to local businesses. One of those local businesses is Audio Video Excellence. The company’s president and CEO Robert Lewis attended the event for the first time. “The biggest thing I got out of it was being able to meet the individuals in charge of signing up new vendors,” Lewis said. “We’re local to the county. Our employees live in the county. Our kids go to school in the county. So I want to do business in the county and stop driving to Atlanta.” The idea for the symposium came about after the county officially opened the vendor portal. “This is a way for people to see that the county does a lot of business with a lot of folks,” Kukarola said. “Maybe they’ll want to do business with us.”
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Engel & Volkers represents custom builders in the Manor MILTON, Ga. — Engel & Volkers North Point was recently appointed to handle new homes sales for the custom builders group in the Manor Golf and Country Club as well as the Enclave. “Our luxury real estate company, including our successful Builder Developer Services Division, continues to expand rapidly,” said Shirley Gary, owner of Engel & Volkers’ North Point and Buckhead locations. “Engel & Volkers’ team at the Manor is led by Jamie Mock, VP of Builder Developer Services, and includes Carol Dick and David Whitfield who earlier teamed up to sell new homes in Sugarloaf and other golf course communities. They’ve hit the ground running.” All seasoned real estate professionals, the team
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Forsyth County Schools’ Director of Purchasing Brad Richardson and Forsyth County’s Director of Procurement Donna Kukarola discuss how to do business with the two entities. For information on the county’s procurement department, visit forsythco. com/Departments-Offices/Procure-
ment. For information on becoming a vendor with the schools, visit http:// www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/page/49.
BUSINESSBRIEFS will be working with Atlanta’s top custom builders. These will include Alpha Contracting & Consulting, Arthur Rutenberg Homes, Edward Andrews Homes, Fuqua & Associates, J. M. Bonem Inc., Loudermilk Homes, Panama Properties, R. J. Custom Builders, Santoro Signature Homes LLC and Stone Column Properties LLC. Homes in the Manor range from $900,000 $4M. Life at the Manor includes membership in the Manor Golf and Country Club, an exclusive club in Milton that is part of the Sequoia Club, a premium multi-club membership platform.
McBrayer Milton Real Estate adds 2nd equestrian specialist MILTON, Ga. — As the demand for equestrian estates and horse farms in Milton continue to grow, Lauren Cunningham has joined Melinda McBrayer as the second equestrian specialist on the McBrayer Milton Real Estate team. The specialists help with specific considerations including home and stable designs, zoning requirements, local develCUNNINGHAM opment regulations, the permit process, septic systems, wells and water systems, and other land issues. “Few real estate agents understand the unique needs and requirements for equestrian focused
properties,” said Richard McBrayer, licensed realtor, broker and certified luxury home marketing specialist. “Adding Lauren to our team will provide our clients with two agents that can provide the passion and knowledge our clients expect and deserve.”
Huddle acquires Preptiz to provide HS sports tickets ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Huddle and Preptix today announced a merger to create the nation’s largest ticketing solution for the high school sports market. The combined company, Huddle, Inc., will be headquartered in Alpharetta. Huddle offers an integrated digital and paper ticketing solution for both state association post-season events and individual school regular season events. The Huddle leadership team will remain intact, while Jay Barker and Patrick Noles from Preptix will assume senior roles at Huddle. Additionally, the NFHS Network has selected the merged company as its exclusive partner for a national rollout of a digital ticketing platform for high school sports. Combining the NFHS Network’s media assets with a digital ticketing platform will allow it to raise overall awareness of high school sports, build its subscriber base and create custom sponsorship programs for national brands. Digital ticketing provides consumers with a convenient way to purchase and redeem tickets online or via a mobile phone.
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Isakson, Price weigh in on Social Security funding gap Politicos say government must raise retirement age By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — No less of an authority than the AARP has deemed the future solvency of Social Security is at risk. Hundreds of people from across metro Atlanta attended an open forum Thursday, Aug. 25, to discuss the challenges facing Social Security with special guests U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., and U.S. Rep. Tom Price, R-6th, giving the view from Washington. “The sad reality is that if nothing is done to update this critical program, future retirees could lose up to 25 percent of their Social Security benefits beginning in the year 2034,” said AARP Regional Vice President June Lyle, citing the 2016 Social Security Trustees Report. “That’s as much as $10,000 a year.” Social Security needs to reflect the changes the world has seen since it was first written, said Lyle. The 1935 Social Security Act is relatively unchanged, while the power of the dollar has depreciated and the average American life expectancy has risen. The cost of living has also changed, so the funds provided by Social Security can no longer keep up with retirees’ daily expenses. When Social Security started, the average life expectancy was 62, and the
benefits started at 65 years of age, Price noted. The life expectancy now hovers around 78 and 79 years, while Social Security eligibility has barely changed. America now has a large aging population, and Social Security can’t keep up with the aging of the baby boomers. “Current workers pay for current retirees,” Price said. “When the program started, there were 15 or so workers paying for each retiree. Now, there are about three workers per every retiree, soon to be about 2.3 workers per every retiree. What that means is that the program from a financial standpoint will hit a brick wall in 2034.” AARP National Engagement Director Pete Jeffries headed the discussion on what to do about the problem by fielding written questions from the audience to Isakson and Price. One of the most common proposals to address the issue is to raise the retirement age. The AARP estimates that raising the full retirement age just one year, to 68, could fill as much as 16 percent of the current funding gap. This is not the first time Social Security has been running out of money, Isakson reminded the audience. Ronald Reagan changed the age for Social Security eligibility in 1983 to reflect the aging of the population.
AARP National Engagement Director Pete Jeffries interviews U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson and U.S. Rep. Tom Price about the future of Social Security. Eligibility is now gradually increasing it to 67, in accordance to Reagan’s reform, but the funding gap for Social Security is widening once again. “I lost a year of my Social Security in 1983,” said Isakson. “It’s time for us in Congress to bite the bullet again and do what’s right to make sure that Social Security is protected for our children and grandchildren.” But as one member of the audience said, the solution isn’t necessarily so simple. People who work in physical labor as opposed to desk jobs often are not able to keep working as they grow older. These people can’t be forgotten, and that’s why it’s so important to look at
other solutions as well, said the audience member. Other proposals discussed to help fix Social Security included: • Increasing the payroll tax cap • Reducing benefits for high earners • Improving benefits • Begin means-testing Social Security benefits This is a bipartisan issue, one that affects everyone, and the first step to addressing it is to start talking about it, Price said. To see a full list of possible solutions drafted by the AARP, along with pros and cons for each one, visit 2016takeastand.org.
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Business name: DynaSis About: DynaSis provides outsourcing solutions, managed services, application hosting and IT infrastructure for small to midsized businesses. These services include management of servers, storage, backups, networks, databases, security and data centers for more than 200 business customers in a broad range of industries. Opened: June 14, 2016 Address: 950 North Point Parkway, Suite 300, Alpharetta, Ga. 30005 Phone: 770-686-0010 Website: www.dynasis.com
Business name: Spa Amore, LLC Owners: Jessica Blankenship About: Spa Amore was inspired by its slogan, “Love yourself first.” Spa Amore is a place where people can come relax and get a massage without any pressure to leave early. They offer Swedish, deep tissue, prenatal, Shiatsu, Reflexology and sports massages. Opened: June 23, 2016 Address: 11285 Elkins Road, Suite A2, Roswell GA 30076 Phone: 770-521-1718 Website: www.facebook.com/spaamore1
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill opens in Alpharetta Business name: Firebirds Wood Fired Grill About: Firebirds Wood Fired Grill offers woodfired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Enjoy Happy Hour every Monday-Friday from 4-6:30 p.m. at the Firebar or on the patio. Firebirds boasts top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Opened: July 20, 2016 Address: 2665 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Ga. 30004 Phone: 678-225-8611 Website: www.alpharetta.firebirdsrestaurants.com
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Pups and dogs of all ages are invited to the annual Pup-a-Palooza, featuring local pet vendors, food, live music, caricature sketches, activities, entertainment and more. Free food will be available, while supplies last. The event will be held Saturday, Sept. 10, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Newtown Park Amphitheater, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. For more information, visit johnscreekga.gov. Looking to get the word out about your event? Submit it to our online calendar at NorthFulton. com/Calednar.
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What: Children ages 8-12 can get a crash course on a variety of naturalist and heritage fields. Classes are based on a new theme each month. This month is “Macro Invertebrates.” When: Friday, Sept. 9, 4:30 p.m. Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $8 for members, $10 for non -members More info and registration: autreymill.org
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What: Atlanta native and author Trudy Nan Boyce will speak at the Roswell Library on her writing life and her crime mystery novel “Out of the Blues.” She will also answer questions and sign copies. When: Saturday, Sept. 10, 2 p.m. Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info and registration: atlantaauthors.eventbrite.com
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What: Join for the annual fundraiser with entertainment by Banks and Shane, barbeque catering, silent auctions, contests and games. Funds will go toward educational programming and increasing services. When: Saturday, Sept. 10, 7-10 p.m. Where: Autrey Mill Nature Center grounds, 9770 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: $35 More info and tickets: autreymill.org
STE(A)M TRUCK INTERACTIVE EVENT What: The STE(A)M Truck will bring tools, curriculum and local experts to help teach youth. Hands-on activities and demonstrations include creating art, making gardens and blasting paintballs. When: Saturday, Sept. 10, noon-5 p.m.
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9/11 TRIBUTE
What: The City of Roswell and the Roswell Rotary Club will honor those lost and injured during the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in a tribute. When: Sunday, Sept. 11, 1:30 p.m. Where: The Mike Gann 9/11 Memorial at the lake in Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com
9/11 COMMEMORATION
What: The community is invited to reflect upon the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, with keynote speaker Lisa Dernovish and remarks by Mayor Mike Bodker. When: Sunday, Sept. 11, 2 p.m. Where: Newtown Park Amphitheater, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov
PAINTING IT FORWARD
What: Caring Canvases is once again putting on their annual fundraising event for CURE Childhood Cancer by painting. Four time cancer survivor Kennedy Cobble will be the guest speaker. When: Sunday, Sept. 11, 2-5:30 p.m. Where: Holy Redeemer Catholic School, 3380 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: $30 More info and registration: bit.ly/2cbMF6m
AGING PARENT WORKSHOP
What: The workshop will help people coordinate the next steps for their parents and in-laws. It will discuss necessary documents, housing choices, health services and insurance needs. When: Tuesday, Sept. 13, 6 p.m. Where: Tapestry House Assisted Living, 2725 Holcomb Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info and registration: 770-6490808
What Learn to make a rain barrel and receive all the materials needed to create one for your home. The workshop will also discuss the benefits of rain barrels and how to install one. When: Wednesday, Sept. 14, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Hembree Park, 850 Hembree Road, Roswell Cost: $10, non-refundable. Only one registration per household. More info and registration: roswellgov. com
NOON TO NIGHT FASHION SHOW
What: The Noon to Night fashion show returns to Avalon to show off the best of Alpharetta’s fashions, food and drinks. Proceeds benefit Bert’s Big Adventure. When: Thursday, September 15, 6-9 p.m. Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta Cost: $50 for general, $150 for VIP More info and tickets: bit.ly/29vklsj
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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
What: Alpharetta’s Food Truck Alley on Thursday evenings offers a variety of six to eight rotating area food trucks. When: Thursdays, 5-9 p.m., through Oct. 20. Where: Old Roswell Street in Alpharetta’s historic district More info: awesomealpharetta.com
ROSWELL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET
What: The Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market offers fresh, local farm, ranch and artisan foods direct from producers, and much more. When: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon. Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com
ALIVE IN ROSWELL
What: Alive in Roswell offers live bands, food trucks, kid games and more at two venues connected by a free trolley service. When: Thursday, Sept. 15, 5-9 p.m. Where: Historic Canton Street and Roswell Square More info: aliveinroswell.com
MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: LUNCH BOX GALLERY: BEATRIZ MALISZEWSKI
What: Enjoy a free lunch of sandwiches and chips featuring painter Beatriz Maliszewski. Maliszewski will talk about her work and answer questions. When: Friday, Sept. 9, noon-1 p.m. Where: Visual Arts Center, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com
THE MUSIC OF JOHN WILLIAMS
What: The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, back by popular demand, will play the music of John Williams, including selections from “Hook,” “Harry Potter” and “Star Wars.” When: Saturday, Sept. 10, 8 p.m. Where: Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta Cost: tickets starting at $14 More info: vzwamp.com
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What: The Sundays on the River series presents Montana Skies, a group that combines elements of classical technique and jazz improve with the energy of rock n’ roll. When: Sunday, Sept. 11, 7-9 p.m. Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: Tickets starting at $17.50 More info: chattnaturecenter.org
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What: Country singer Darius Rucker with special guests Dan + Shay and Michael Ray will perform. When: Sunday, Sept. 11, 7:30 p.m. Where: Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta Cost: Tickets starting at $25 More info: vzwamp.com
“GHOST THE MUSICAL”
What: Georgia Ensemble Theatre’s new season opens with the story of two young lovers, Sam and Molly, and the psychic who facilitates Sam’s journey back from death to help solve his own murder. When: Wednesdays-Sundays, Sept. 15Oct. 2. Show times vary. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest St., Roswell Cost: tickets starting at $30 More info: get.org
LIBRARY EVENTS: TECH HELP: DATABASES
What: Learn how to research a stock and how to use various business, consumer and literature digital resources in this free workshop. All ages and experience levels are welcome. When: Saturday, Sept. 10, 1-2:30 p.m. Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org
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What: The Omega Learning Center will present a free mock SAT in a proctored environment. Participants will get familiar with the testing process and have a performance evaluation. Registration required. When: Saturday, Sept. 11, 10 a.m. Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info and registration: laura.hoefener@fultoncountyga.gov
ROSWELL’S ALPHA READERS
What: Join the discussion about the Newbery Honor Book and realistic children’s novel, “The Great Gilly Hopkins” by Katherine Paterson. A film adaptation will be released in October. When: Monday, Sept. 12, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: afpls.org
MILTON HISTORY BOOK CLUB
What: Join in the reading and discussion of Tom Standage’s “History of the World in 6 Glasses,” which tells the story of humanity through beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea and cola. When: Tuesday, Sept. 13, 6-7:15 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: milton.branch@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
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What: Low cost vaccine and microchip clinic When: Saturday, Sept. 10, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: 332 Dahlonega Street, Cumming Cost: Microchip $20, dog vaccines range from $12-16, Cat vaccines rage from $16-$20 More info: healthypawsforacause.vetsfirstchoice.com
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‘Where can I go to prospect for gold?’ Last week’s column on Georgia gold seems to have sparked a lot of interest. I’ve heard from a number of folks concerning gold prospecting, and the question STEVE HUDSON that everyone gets Get Outside Georgia, around to sooner or Chattahoochee Media Group later is, “Where can I go to prospect for gold myself?” That’s a great question, and here in Georgia, we’re blessed with a number of great opportunities for you to get outside and go gold prospecting. For many beginning prospectors, it’s hard to beat one of the commercial gold panning operations that you’ll find scattered through the gold region of the state. One, as we saw last week, is the panning operation at the Pine Mountain Gold Museum near Villa Rica. Other good commercial panning locations include sites such as the Crisson Gold Mine and the Consolidated Gold Mine in the Dahlonega area; Gold ‘n Gem Grubbing at the old Loud Mine near Cleveland; and Outpost Gold & Gem near Helen. “My family loves to visit those sites!” affirmed one of the folks I visited with this week. She is the mother of two young boys, and she told that the kids are totally hooked on prospecting for gold and gems. “The kids always have a great time!” “But here’s my real question,” she continued. “My husband and I would like to get out in the back country and do some prospecting like the old-timers used to do it. Where can we go to do some gold prospecting like that?” That’s a great question, but is it really feasible to set out looking for gold on your own? Indeed it is. In fact, if you’re willing to put in the time to figure out where to prospect and to do a little backcountry hiking to get to the places you find, then grass-roots prospecting out in the woods can be a tremendous amount of fun. There is still gold out there to be found. All you have to do is go find it. But find it where? That’s where it gets a little more complicated. Blessed with an abundance of public land, Georgia does indeed offer plenty of possibilities for on-your-own prospecting. But land-use regulations vary from place to place, and all public land is not open to gold panning. To help you get started, here’s a quick look at where you can and cannot prospect on your own. These
guidelines should be accurate as of this writing, but note that land use guidelines can and do change. Always check with the land administrator right before your trip to make sure that the prospecting you plan to do is okay. State parks: That’s an easy one. Gold panning, prospecting and rock collecting are not permitted within Georgia’s state parks. You’ll need to do your prospecting somewhere else. National forests: One thing that northern Georgia has a lot of is national forests. Generally speaking, you’re permitted to pan for gold within national forests in Georgia. The Chattahoochee National Forest includes portions of the Georgia gold belt, and where the two intersect, there’s sometimes good potential for gold prospecting. However, there are some guidelines that you must follow. Panning is limited to recreational panning within streambeds only. In other words, don’t dig into the stream banks. And special permission is not generally required as long as no significant stream disturbance takes place and as long as you only use a small hand shove or trowel and gold pan. Note that in-stream sluices or suction dredges are not permitted within National Forest boundaries. To check the latest guidelines on gold panning on National Forest land, visit bit.ly/2clTdPL. Corps of Engineers land: In some areas on Corps of Engineers land, except in prohibited areas or in “organizational lease” areas, recreational gold prospecting is permitted. Hereabouts, you will find prospecting opportunities on Corps land around Lake Allatoona in Cherokee County, where gold is found in some of the tributary streams. Prospectors can only use gold pans, and digging must be within creek beds. No digging is permitted in the sides of
creek banks. Sluice boxes, rockers, dredges or metal detectors are not permitted. Find more info on gold panning around Allatoona Lake at bit. ly/2c0edfs. When looking for places to prospect on public land, remember that landuse regulations can and do change from time to time. It’s always wise to double-check and be sure that the land you’re interested in prospecting on is indeed open to recreational prospectors. What will you find when you set out on an out-in-the-woods prospecting adventure? You never know, and that’s part of the fun. But always be ready for pleasant surprises. When shooting the photo for the cover of the book “Prospecting for Georgia Gold,” for example, we found gold in every single pan of dirt. No, it wasn’t enough to quit the day job. But it was gold - honest-to-goodness straight-from-the-ground Georgia gold. There’s still gold out there waiting to be discovered. Looking for and finding it adds a whole new dimension to enjoying the Georgia outdoors. Of course, no one finds gold every time. That would be too easy. But when you do finally see those tiny flecks of treasure winking at you from the bottom of your gold pan, it’s something you never forget. There’s no doubt about it. When you get outside, you never know what kind of adventure you’ll discover next. You can learn much more about Georgia gold prospecting in Steve Hudson’s book Prospecting for Georgia Gold. It’s available directly from Chattahoochee Media (chattahoocheemedia.com), from Amazon, and from many local outdoor shops.
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Senior scam alert: Popular scams affecting our parents and grandparents By Sue McCormick Synergy HomeCare (Part 4 of 6 part series) Synergy HomeCare will be identifying the most common scams that target seniors, along with the warning signs of each scam and information on how you or your loved one can avoid becoming a victim. From McCORMICK Contractor Fraud to IRS Phone Scams, this information will be published in a multi-part series so Don’t miss them! You can also see our Senior Scam Alert Guide on our website at http://www.SynergyHomeCare.com/ NorthAtlanta . Phishing Scam How It Works: Phishing is the act of sending an email falsely claiming to be a legitimate business in an attempt to trick you into divulging personal information, such as passwords, credit card numbers and bank account information. The emails are usually very realistic, with company logos, links and branding. These emails sometimes include a link to a fake website set up
to steal your information. How to Avoid It: Your bank will never send you an email or call you on the phone asking you to disclose personal information, such as your credit card number, online banking password or your mother’s maiden name. They already have that information. • Be suspicious of unsolicited emails that have a sense of urgency and warnings that your accounts will be closed or your access limited if you don’t reply. • Fraudulent emails are typically not personalized and instead are addressed in general terms, such as “Dear loyal customer.â€? • If you receive an email notifying you that an email money transfer is being sent from a person you don’t know, delete the email, as it is likely fraudulent. • Report any fraudulent emails you receive to the bank or other company being falsely represented. IRS Phone Scam How It Works: A very common phone scam involves a caller impersonating an IRS agent. The caller tells the elderly person that they owe taxes and they have to pay immediately. To make
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Milton’s new Senior Living community Conveniently located on the corner of Webb Road & Hwy 9 At Brickmont Assisted Living, “Live Where You’re Loved” is a philosophy that we embrace and live every day. Our entire team has a passion for genuine service, true hospitality, and compassionate care. From the moment you walk through our doors, you feel the difference!
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Saliva: Continued from Page 31 the soft tissues of the mouth to become irritated, making them inflamed and more susceptible to infection. The tongue may feel sensitive, and the breath may become “unsociable”. Also, without saliva to wash away food debris and neutralize the acids produced by
checking system called the Georgia Criminal Background Check System (GCHEXS). GCHEXS provides a more thorough result than the state required criminal background check by allowing us to quickly access additional registries, including the Certified Nurse Aide, Sex Offender and federal OIG Exclusions List. 3. THOUGTFUL DESIGN: • Fire rated elevators can be used in resident fire drills allowing residents to meet the requirements for aging in place – even on the 2nd floor. • Emergency phone lines in elevator and stairwells • Advanced Quality Air Filtration System that filters dust and allergens; reduces the spread of airborne illnesses • Smoke Free Campus • Keyless Fob entry for assisting with dexterity issues • Designated outlet in every apartment connected to generator power in event of emergency • Staff assisted entry/exit to Memory Care • Other Apartment Features we know are important to our residents: Walk-in closets, individually controlled thermostats, Full size refrigerator and microwave included, Wireless internet service, Separate Living and sleeping areas, Handicap accessible bathrooms with pulldown shower seat 4. SMART CARE TECHNOLOGY: We have invested in the latest technology to ensure our residents receive
Kimberly Taylor, Executive Director, brings a 10+ history of successful leadership to Brickmont Assisted Living. Kimberly is a genuine leader, known for developing strong teams whose focus is attention to detail and customer service. accurate, timely, person-centered care, allowing our team to spend more time focusing on the little things that matter a lot. • Specialized iPhone devices allow our staff to have the information needed to provide outstanding care and service as well as communicate with other health care providers promptly (EHR capable). This means faster service, greater continuity of care, and ability to monitor resident’s ongoing health much more effectively. • IN2L (It’s Never 2 Late) technology systems: By investing in the IN2L
5. PRICING THAT MAKES SENSE: At Brickmont, we understand that budget is important, we offer the best value when compared to other Assisted Living options. Companion Apartments start at $2000. Private Apartments start at $2760.
plaque, the teeth are more susceptible to dental decay. Repairing the dental decay can feel like a losing battle when the salivary environment is compromised. Symptoms of dry mouth include: saliva that feels thick or stringy, rough, dry tongue that sticks to the roof of your mouth, difficulty swallowing, bad breath, mouth ulcers, dry and cracked lips, increase in dental decay Medications are a common con-
tributor to dry mouth syndrome. dry mouth syndrome is a side effect of more than 600 medications such as high blood pressure medications, antihistamines and decongestants, antidepressants pain killers, diuretics and sedatives. Certain cancer therapies, especially radiation, can severely affect the salivary glands and decrease saliva flow. Illegal drugs such as cocaine, heroin can wreak havoc in the mouth. Dehydration and drinking too
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Rotary Club welcomes student from EL Salvador ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Alpharetta Rotary Club recently selected Antonella Trabanino for the new Georgia Rotary Student Program. Trabanino, 18, arrived Aug. 9 from her home in San Salvador, El Salvador and will be attending the University of North Georgia in Dahlonega as a freshman this coming school year. Trabanino applied for a GRSP scholarship and was accepted into the program based on her application and profile information. Her profile along with other applicants was in a booklet distributed to Rotary Clubs in Georgia. Alpharetta Rotary Club is the sole sponsor of Trabanino this year. Trabanino will be an honorary member of the Alpharetta Rotary Club. She is expected to attend Rotary meetings as well as participate in club projects and social functions. She will also attend the Rotary District 6900 District Conference in April 2017 as well as eight statewide GRSP student weekends with other GRSP students attending colleges throughout Georgia. Jason Binder, President of the Alpharetta Rotary Club, said, “We are very excited to have our club participating in this long-standing program that is hosted exclusively by Georgia Rotary Clubs. We are also thrilled about
Alpharetta Rotary Club’s GRSP student, Antonella Trabanino of San Salvador, is attending the University of North Georgia this fall. hosting Antonella this year. We will do everything we can as a club to make Antonella feel welcome in the United States.” For information about Alpharetta Rotary Club, visit alpharettarotary.com.
Park Chosen for Asian American Youth Leadership Summit ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Asian Americans Advancing Justice, a nonprofit dedicated to advocating for the interests of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community, announced today that Daye Park of Alpharetta is one of a select group of 21 emerging AAPI leaders across the country chosen to participate in Advancing Justice AAJC’s annual AAPI Youth Leadership Summit from September 22 to 24. Advancing Justice AAJC selected Park based on her desire to be active in her local community and her desire to learn advocacy in the heart of American democracy—Washington, DC. The three-day summit will allow Park to interact with fellow emerging AAPI organizers and garner a greater understanding of the policy and civil rights issues that impact the AAPI community through a full slate of activity, including networking with like-minded peers and professionals at the White
House and engaging with Congressional representatives on Capitol Hill. First-class interactive workshops during the Summit are designed to foster civic engagement and provide the tools necessary to advance AAPI advocacy work in local communities. “The young men and women selected for this Youth Summit are future leaders of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community—they are our future politicians, our future advocates. It’s important that we provide them with the proper tools and guidance to lead our community in the right direction,” Mee Moua, president and executive director of Asian Americans Advancing Justice AAJC, said. Through Advancing Justice AAJC, Park will also have the opportunity to submit a proposal and receive a stipend to conduct a local AAPI community -based advocacy project.
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“Art and Beyond provided a top quality opportunity for the Drake House residents to experience painting on canvas, many for the first time. The moms were able to have a carefree and empowering experience, and a lasting memory of the joy of creativity,” said Christy Merritt, director of programs. “Art & Beyond was pleased to host our first event supporting The Drake House residents offering a stress-free evening of painting and camaraderie. The intrinsic benefits of art are well documented, but it’s always a treat to hear how those few hours provided our artists time to enjoy art.” said owner Andy Schwartz. For information about programming, visit artandbeyondstudio.com.
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ROSWELL, Ga. — Join the Roswell Historical Society as they bring some former residents back to life in the performance “Beyond My Stone.” This event will take place at the Old Roswell Cemetery on Saturday, Sept. 24, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Costumed performers will stand next to the monuments of Roswell notables and tell their life stories. Narrator C. J. Perry and Narrator Rebecca Jane Whitmire Farr will lead the tales. Hal Coleman, Roswell resident, will portray his great-great grandfather,
Valentine Coleman, the patriarch of the Roswell Colemans. Other performers will portray a Roswell mayor, the Chevy dealer, a country-western club owner and a World War II soldier. The Old Roswell Cemetery is at 38 Hill St. in Roswell. Parking will be available at the lot on Woodstock St and Minhinette Drive. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for RHS members, and $5 for children 12 and under. To purchase tickets, contact the Roswell Historical Society at 770992- 1665, or the Roswell CVB at 800776- 7935.
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Lionheart offers a taste of Grilling & Gridiron ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A kick-off to fall will happen in downtown Alpharetta on Saturday, Sept. 17 with the Grilling & Gridiron Tailgate Party to benefit the Lionheart School. A crowd of more than 1,000 is expected to enjoy the grilled items and tailgating fair while watching the Alabama vs. Ole Miss game on a big screen at 3:30 p.m., followed by the UGA vs. Missouri game at 7:30 p.m. The beer and wine tent will open at 3:30 p.m. and will stay open until the end of the UGA game. There will be about 20 grillers and taste providers, including Smokejack, Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, Rotary Club of North Fulton, St. Brigid Knights of Columbus and Nothing Bundt Cakes. Ceviche is new to downtown and new to the event this year. Lionheart students will be participating by selling soda and water for $1, providing a taste of produce from Lionheart Gardens and showcasing their LionheARTisan work. The tailgate tasting will run from 5-8 p.m., ending with the People’s
Choice Awards given for Best Grillmaster of Alpharetta and Best Taste of Tailgate. Sponsors and partners of the event include the city of Alpharetta, Jekyll Brewing, Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau, Choate Construction Company, North Point Volvo, Renasant Bank, Springfree Trampolines, The Nest Café and Whole Foods. “Last year, we raised over $20,000,” said Mary Ulich, Director of Operations with The Lionheart School. “This year is the fourth annual Grilling and Gridiron, and we couldn’t do it without the cooperation of the city of Alpharetta and the Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau. “In fact, it was Alpharetta Mayor David Belle Isle’s idea to have a philanthropic community event celebrating great food, football, and the longstanding tradition of tailgating in the SEC. The mayor has been a griller with the event every year.” Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the event or at thelionheartschool.com/grilling-and-gridiron. Children under 12 get in free.
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Milton bests Cambridge in thriller at the Eagle’s Nest By MILES GARRETT news@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — It’s been four years in the making. Milton High School and Cambridge High School finally met under the lights of the Eagle’s Nest Sept. 2 for the first time, kick-starting a cross-town rivalry that has been anxiously awaited since Cambridge’s inception in 2012. A nearly full stadium saw the likes of Cambridge and Milton fans and alumni, as well as many in the North Fulton community, who wanted to see the clash of schools yet to play each other in football. In its inaugural game, the Eagles (2-1) took home a thrilling 28-21 victory over the Bears (0-2) after blowing an early lead. Senior tailback Cam Adams was a workhorse for Milton, rushing for 227 yards and three touchdowns as the Eagles maintained a power running strategy throughout the game. “Our offensive line is playing pretty well,” said Milton head coach Howie DeCristofaro. “We’re always rotating players and that keeps them fresh. If we continue to do that we have a chance to be a pretty good offense. We felt that we were bigger than them up front so we just kept doing what we do best.” The Eagles jumped out to an early 21-7 lead on the Bears’ following two touchdowns by Adams and a 55-yard run by sophomore quarterback Jordan Yates. Cambridge senior running back Kaelin Byrd put forth another great showing for the Bears, scoring three touchdowns himself. Byrd has scored every touchdown for Cambridge this season. Bears senior quarterback Reid Martin helped keep the offense afloat
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Both teams struggled to find the end zone for most of the third quarter until Cambridge put together a long scoring drive near the end of the period, resulting in a 2-yard touchdown by Byrd to tie the game. for most of the game, throwing for 282 yards, including a 20-yard touchdown pass to Byrd just before the end of the first half. Martin often had to scramble to avoid the pass rush from Milton’s defense. Cambridge head coach Craig Bennett moved his offense to a more balanced attack after being considered more of a run-oriented team with Byrd in the backfield. “We did become a more balanced offense this week, and the coaches did a great job,” Bennett said. “One reason we had to find more balance is we were facing a tremendous front seven this week. They had a very good defense and were well coached, so we had to do some other things and not rely completely on the run.” Both teams struggled to find the end zone for most of the third quarter until Cambridge put together a long scoring
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drive near the end of the period, resulting in a 2-yard touchdown by Byrd to tie the game. The rivals went back and forth early in the fourth before Adams scored his third touchdown of the night off a 36-yard run with about 2 minutes left to play. He had a 95-yard touchdown nullified earlier in the drive following a penalty on DeCristofaro for being too close to the field. The penalty paid dividends for the Eagles in the long run as Milton was able to take a lot of time off the clock. “You want to keep their offense off the field,” DeCristofaro said. “The more their offense is off the field the better it is for us. We told them all week long it’s a rivalry game and to trust the process, we felt that if we could keep it close we had a good chance.” Cambridge had one more shot with less than two minutes remaining and drove nearly 70 yards inside the Milton red zone. Junior linebacker George Coyle swatted down Martin’s pass on a fouth-down attempt to preserve the Eagle victory. Many didn’t expect the game to be
as close as it was. Even with the loss, Bennett was proud of the way his team fought back to tie the game and almost tie it up once again at the end. “I think it says a lot about our guys,” Bennett said. “Our big thing this past week was ‘Why Not?’ We were not in this for a ‘moral victory’ but it was reaffirming how hard our guys will play for us on such a big stage.” Meanwhile, just three weeks into its schedule, Milton has now won two rivalry games and lost another close one. DeCristofaro credits the adversity his team has faced to the results seen on the field. “Success breeds success,” he said. “When you win, it breeds confidence. As long as we can continue, even in increments, we can learn to compete and play with anybody. For us, adversity builds character, and we’re building a lot of character. Our schedule doesn’t get any easier.” Milton will get a bye week before traveling to Etowah High School Sept. 16. Cambridge will return home this week to play Chattahoochee High School Sept. 9.
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BT plays in American Football Showcase in Dublin, Ireland By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com DUBLIN, Ireland -- In a single game, Blessed Trinity football racked up more miles of travel than it had accumulated in the prior 15 years of the program. Last Friday, Blessed Trinity played in the American Football Showcase in Dublin, Ireland, some 4,000 miles away from Roswell. The weekend showcase featured three high school games and an ACC matchup between Boston College and Georgia Tech. BT athletic director Ricky Turner said the opportunity to play in the showcase was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. “All of our kids are really enjoying themselves,� Turner said before the game. “Not only is this a fantastic opportunity for football, but it is also a quality learning experience. The kids are taking in a lot of history and culture.� BT football players, along with the band and cheerleaders, toured Malihide Castle, a 12th century castle located just outside of Dublin, before participating in a parade through the streets. Turner also emphasized the importance of faith in the trip. “Obviously being a Catholic school, this trip meant a lot to our faith as well,� he said. “We are joined by Westminster and Marist, two other Catholic schools from the Atlanta area, as well as other Catholic schools like Boston College, so faith is a large core of this trip. “We have attended mass together, and being given the opportunity to do so here in another country is quite amazing.� But amidst all the travel, learning and faith, there was still a football game to be played, and BT squared off against its toughest opponent so far this season in St. Peter’s Prep from Jersey City, N.J. Head Coach Tim McFarlin knew the Titans would face a tough test against the Marauders, one of the top teams in New Jersey, which would be compounded by the difficulty of the busy schedule of the trip. “Obviously this isn’t a typical game to prepare for,� he said. “We have practiced here, but after the flight, everyone adjusting to the time change and every-
BT football players, JD Bertrand, Jake Smith, Ryan Davis and Steele Chambers, in Dublin, Ireland for the American Football Showcase. thing else going on, it’s a little difficult to prepare.� “They are a really, really talented team,� said McFarlin. “They have a lot of depth and play in a very talented division. We have a tough test ahead of us,� he said before the game. The Marauders proved to be too much for a BT team still finding its bearings after losing so many starters from last season. BT made a valiant effort at a comeback late in the game, but fell 41-28, their first loss of the season (2-1). Both teams found the scoreboard early, with BT tying the game at 7-7 with a 52-yard pass from Jake Smith to Ryan Davis just five minutes into the game. However, BT would be held scoreless for the rest of the first half, while St. Peter’s reclaimed the lead and extended it to 27-7 before halftime, scoring on a pick-six with 1:12 remaining. In the third quarter, the Marauders scored two touchdowns to take a commanding 41-7 lead. BT would fight back with three touchdowns in the fourth to cut into the Marauders’ lead, 41-28, but with three minutes to go, St. Peter’s took over and ran out the clock to take the win. The 13-point loss was BT’s first loss of more than 11 points since 2013. Even with the loss, the memories of the once-in-a-lifetime experience will live on in the minds of the BT coaching staff, players, band and cheerleading squad forever. “We are thankful for our superintendent, our principal and our staff for allowing us this opportunity, as well as the parents of students who supported the idea and provided funding for their kids,� said Turner. “It is truly a wonderful experience for our kids and for everyone here [in Ireland] to get to see the game of American football.�
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ROSWELL, Ga. — The focus of the majority of high school football players in their senior season is to have fun, play hard, win games, secure championships and scholarships and make lasting memories, because for most, it will be the last year they ever lace up their cleats. But for Roswell senior kicker Turner Barckhoff, this season means more. Barckhoff has dedicated his senior campaign to raise awareness and funds for children’s cancer research through the Kick-It Campaign. Barckhoff said his close friend’s mother succumbed to cancer and it made a lasting impact on him. As Barckhoff attended the Khol’s Kicking Camp over the summer, he was made aware of the Kick-It Campaign, and as a tribute to his friend’s mother and to all children facing the menace of cancer, he joined the campaign and dedicated his senior season to the cause. “It is great to be able to raise awareness for this campaign through this season,” said Barckhoff. The Kick-It Campaign is an online-based funding site that allows users to make lump donations or to dedicate a set amount for each point that players, such as Barckhoff, score throughout the season. According to Kick-It, childhood cancer kills more children than any other
disease, it cannot be prevented unlike adult cancer, and research on childhood cancer is severely underfunded. Barckhoff said he hopes that his season can in some way help provide change and positivity for those who have an uncertain future, including a child that attended Roswell’s opening game of the season at the Corky Kell Classic. “One of the kids we support came out to our opening game, and it brought me so much joy to be able to bring awareness to the fight that these kids face,” he said. Barckhoff also understands the advantage of playing for Roswell, a team that has garnered state-wide and even national attention. “When we play on GPB or ESPN2, it helps to get the word out so that those watching can be made aware of the fund,” he said. Barckhoff also said the Roswell coaching staff fully supported the idea. “When I’m out on the field, my focus is always on the game itself, but when I score, I know that I have raised funds and it means so much to me.” Barckhoff said. “It makes me want to keep raising funds for this charity and to keep raising awareness.” So far, Barckhoff’s campaign has raised more than $1,500, and that number is expected to grow as Barckhoff continues to score for the Hornets. To donate, visit http://www.kick-it. org/games/2016/08/turner-barckhoff.
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Kristi Castlin returns to Milton an Olympic medalist Castlin captured bronze at the Rio Games By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Milton resident Kristi Castlin returned to the United States last week with an extra 500 grams of weight in her luggage -- the weight of her bronze medal from the Rio Games. Castlin captured the bronze in the women’s 100-meter hurdles, also claiming a spot in history as she and fellow U.S. athletes Brianna Rollins and Nia Ali completed a medal sweep at the event. It was the first-ever sweep by Team USA in a women’s event. After finishing the race, which was completed in under 13 seconds, Castlin said she was confident she had placed third, but had to wait anxiously for the official times to be posted. She said her thought after crossing the line, “was hoping that I did my job, not just for myself, but for Team USA and so that we could make history with the sweep.” “When I saw my name on that screen I just said ‘thank you Lord!’” she said. “It was a life-changing experience for me,” Castlin said. “In track and field, our pinnacle is the olympic games and winning medals, and it’s just that much better to be a part of U.S. history with the two other young ladies that won medals in the hurdles.” And as Castlin put it, it’s an accomplishment that never ceases. “I earned the accomplishment of becoming an Olympic bronze medalist and that is for life. It’s the pinnacle.” Castlin added that the experience of the Games, her first, was memorable
not just because she won a medal. “I wasn’t able to see a lot of Brazil because the games were so spread out, but what I was able to see was absolutely beautiful, and all the Brazilians I met were great. They were so nice and so humble. It was also amazing to be able to meet people from countries that I had never met anyone from before.” The culmination of the Rio Games and Castlin’s subsequent return home has not faded her excitement of the accomplishment. And she says she is proud to return not only to the United States, but also to Georgia and North Fulton, to share her accomplishment with friends, family, fans and the community. Castlin has also begun the process of creating a track and field clinic for local youth in the community, set to take place in late September. “I think it would be a great experience for them to be able to hear from an Olympian and to be guided and coached as they begin their track and field experience.” After reaching the pinnacle of the sport, Castlin says she will return to the professional track and field circuit and begin preparing for the World Championships in London, which take place next year. “The World Championships would equate to the AFC or NFC championships, just one step below the Olympic Games,” she said. “And of course, the goal will be to bring home the gold.” For more information on Castlin’s track and field clinic, email KristiHollywood@gmail.com.
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Milton outlasts Cambridge, Lambert’s revenge highlights week 3 By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga.- New rivalries began with Milton downing Cambridge in the opening game of the War of Milton, and Lambert got payback against the team that ended its season last year, Roswell continued to roll, and Mt. Pisgah began its region schedule last Friday in week 3 of high school football.
touchdowns, and Tyler Bowman rushed for 115 yards and two touchdowns. South has now won the last four meetings between the schools.
Strong Rock Christian 14, King’s Ridge 7 King’s Ridge wound up on the wrong end of a defensive struggle, falling to Strong Rock in their first meeting since 2014. Lawson Hill scored the sole Tigers’ touchdown late in the third quarter, but Strong Rock responded with a touchdown in the final seconds of the third quarter and held on for the
Winder-Barrow 35, Northview 20 Roswell 31, Central Gwinnett 6 Roswell got off to a fast start, taking a 21-0 lead off two Sheldon Evans rushing touchdowns and a 28-yard touchdown pass from Malik Willis to Corey Reed. The Hornets controlled the game throughout. Evans rushed for 136 yards while Willis was 13-19 for 93 yards and added 117 yards rushing. Roswell’s defense held Central Gwinnett in check throughout the game, only allowing a touchdown late in the fourth quarter.
Milton 28, Cambridge 21 The first-ever meeting between crosstown foes Cambridge and Milton lived up to the hype, and it could prove to be the beginning of an exciting rivalry. Milton took a 28-21 lead with just over two minutes remaining on Cam Adams’ third touchdown of the game. Cambridge put themselves in a position to tie the game in the waning seconds inside the red zone, but would fail to convert on fourth down, giving Milton the narrow victory.
South Forsyth 56, Centennial 21 In their first-ever meeting as non-region opponents, South Forsyth dominated after a slow start. Davis Shanley was 10-13 for 170 yards with two
After making the playoffs the past two years, Northview’s struggles continued last Friday when the team lost its first-ever meeting with Winder-Barrow. Northview falls to 0-2 for the first time since 2012.
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Mt. Pisgah 41, Whitefield Academy 7
Forsyth Central 31, River Ridge 21 Frank Hepler got his first win as head coach as Forsyth Central downed River Ridge in the Bulldogs’ home opener. Sabrian Howard scored all four of the Bulldogs touchdowns, rushing for nearly 200 yards in the process. Howard and the Bulldogs secured the win with Howard’s fourth touchdown with just over one minute remaining in the game.
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potential game-tying drive late against Loganville. With just over two minutes remaining and North leading by 7, the Raiders picked off a pass but fumbled on the return inside the Red Devils’ 5-yard line. Loganville drove 88 yards but were stopped on and a fourth down conversion inside the 10-yard line to end the game.
Lambert 26, Collins HIll 16
Collins Hill ended Lambert’s season last year in the second round of the playoffs, but the Longhorns got revenge last Friday with a 26-16 win over the Eagles. Lambert scored 19 unanswered points in the second half to take the lead and the eventual win.
North Forsyth 31, Loganville 24 North improved to 2-1, holding off a
St. Peter’s Prep (NJ) 41, Blessed Trinity 28
BT made the 4,000-mile trip to play in Dublin, Ireland in the American Football Showcase, but fell to St. Peter’s Prep, a New Jersey powerhouse, 41-28. BT was down 41-7 before scoring three touchdowns in the fourth quarter, but St. Peter’s was able to get the ball back with three minutes remaining and ran the clock out.
Mt. Pisgah began their region schedule with a decisive win over Whitefield Academy, their fourth straight win over the Wolfpack. Pisgah opened strong against Whitefield, leading 27-0.
Pinecrest 28, Discovery 7
Class A Pinecrest took on their second straight 7A opponent after being dominated by South Forsyth last week, but this time they powered to victory over Discovery.
St. Francis 23, North Cobb Christian 21 St. Francis got their first win this season in a close contest against North Cobb Christian. With 6:24 left to play in the game, St. Francis forced a safety to take a 23-21 lead and held the lead for the remainder of the game to claim their fourth straight victory over the Eagles.
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Local Girl Scout going for the Gold Award MILTON, Ga. — Milton High School senior Roopsha Bandopadhyay created a wildlife-friendly habitat at New Prospect Elementary School for the Girl Scouts Gold Award. Bandopadhyay has been working on her project for the last year, and in August, the habitat was officially passed to NPES. Bandopadhyay planted Georgia native plants and flowers in the garden. To help with her project, Bandopadhyay solicited donations from Lowe’s and Home Depot and sought guidance from the Cobb County Master Gardeners. The entire project will enhance student understanding and appreciation of the importance of providing safe habitats for wildlife in the midst of a populated area. Her project also directly contributes to Alpharetta’s Wild Side program,
which seeks to promote the preservation of green spaces in Alpharetta. The goal of the program is to enable Alpharetta to achieve certification by the National Wildlife Federation as a Community Wildlife Habitat. The points needed for certification include homes, schools and common areas. Bandopadhyay’s project raised the total of Alpharetta schools in the program to nine, moving Alpharetta further along on its journey to fully certified status. She has also been working on a mobile app for the Big Creek Greenway Trail, a flyer for the Great American Campout and a project notebook to earn her National Wildlife Federation’s Community Certification. All of these projects have helped her complete her requirement for the highest achievement offered by the Girl Scouts of America – the Gold Award.
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Continued from Page 2 Several witnesses in Starbucks told the employee that they saw Adams removing the controllers from Game Stop packaging. Adams returned to the same Starbucks after the transaction at Game Stop. One of the witnesses called police when the Game Stop employee confronted Adams about the merchandise. He denied shoplifting from the store while allegedly sitting on the empty packages. Police discovered that Adams had a warrant out for probation violation relating to a possession of heroin charge.
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A man was arrested Aug. 27 for armed robbery, aggravated assault with a firearm and theft at a local restaurant on South Main Street. The man, later identified as 21-year-old Jonathan Williams, entered the restaurant and allegedly pulled a gun out of his pants when a waiter approached him. Williams, according to the waiter, then demanded that they give him everything in the safe. The manager came out and gave Williams access to the safe, where Wil-
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liams allegedly took $669 cash. He left before police arrived. Employees helped police identify Williams’ car, a 2006 grey Ford Fusion, and the direction it was traveling. The car was located nearby on Mayfield Road by Milton police. Alpharetta police found the cash and a black handgun in the car while arresting Williams.
Window tint leads to heroin arrest MILTON, Ga. — A man was arrested Aug. 24 for possession of heroin, possession of drug-related objects, failure to maintain lane, break light violation and tinted windows. Milton police were patrolling midday near Coburn road, when one of the officers saw a white Chevy Tahoe pass by with darkened front windows. The officer said they were familiar with the vehicle and that the owner has a history of drug abuse. The car crossed into the left-bound lane a few times before police pulled it over. The driver, 27-year-old Andrew Ritchey, admitted to using heroin and marijuana recently. A K-9 officer helped police locate a baggie with .9 grams of heroin and seven used syringes in the car.
Vandals burglarize private school ROSWELL, Ga. — A local private school reported a break-in Aug. 10, when a man noticed a shattered window. The man said that he was the last to leave Aug. 9, and made sure to lock the doors. When he came back the next day, the window in one of the rooms was broken and several items were missing from the building.
Some of the stolen items included five computers, a set of keys and a kitchen knife. The man told police that on Aug. 1, there had previously been a burglary in the same room with the shattered window.
Man comes home to apartment break-in ROSWELL, Ga. — A man reported a break-in Aug. 11 when he noticed that several items were missing from his apartment. The man had not been home between Aug. 7-11, and when he came back, the doorknob on the back door was lying of the kitchen floor. Roswell police determined that the suspects removed the doorknob in order to enter after unsuccessfully trying to pry the door from its frame. A hoverboard, pair of speakers, 10 sneakers, laptop and $100 cash were all taken. A neighbor said that they had heard two unfamiliar voices in the apartment Aug. 8 and saw a man and a woman run behind the apartment later that day.
Items missing from car bed MILTON, Ga. — Milton police responded to a theft call Aug. 23 when a man reported that items were missing from his car. The man had been storing items totaling $16,700 in the bed of an El Camino, including a diesel fuel cell, fuel pump, bump, winch and fuel filter. When he arrived that afternoon, the items were gone. One witness said he had seen someone visit the property earlier that day and look at the items in the car.
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New Eagle Scouts for the Northern Ridge District NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The Northern Ridge Boy Scout District, cities of Roswell, Alpharetta, Johns Creek and Milton, is proud to announce its newest Eagle Scouts, who passed their Board of Review on Aug.18, held at Alpharetta Presbyterian Church: Michael Sawchuk, of Troop 2143, sponsored by John’s Creek United Methodist Church, whose project was the construction and design of eight wooden cat steps for injured cats as well as a shelfing system to house these steps, for the Cats in the Cradle Animal Shelter. Anderson Fader, from Troop 356, sponsored by Fellowship Christian School, whose project was the design and construction of a Raised flower gardens for the Senior Center for the City of Milton. Valera Stettner, from Troop 356, sponsored by Fellowship Christian School, whose project was the design and construction of four multi chambered Nursery Bat Houses for Big Creek Park. These houses were placed on top of 20-foot metal poles. Joseph Faletra, of Troop 1134, sponsored by St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church whose project was design and construction of 100 crosses for an
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Notice is hereby given in compliance with Georgia Code 22-2-109 and 32-3-5 that the Georgia Department of Transportation has approved the Location and Design of this project. The date of location and design approval is: __8/8/16_____________ SR 400 at CS 9284/ Windward Parkway project consists of an auxiliary lane and exit ramp improvements along SR 400 and the addition of a lane along Windward Parkway, from SR 400 to Deerfield /Westside Parkways. The project is located in Fulton County in Land Lots: 1117, 1118, 1119, 1186, 1187, 1188, 1189, 1190, and 1259. The proposed project begins along SR 400/US 19 northbound, approximately 3,800 feet south of the intersection with Windward Parkway. The existing outside flex lane will be converted into an auxiliary lane. A 14 foot wide outside shoulder approximately 1,900 feet in length will be constructed from the beginning of the project limits adjacent to the existing flex lane and ending 100 feet south of the gore area where the shoulder will tie into the existing paved shoulder. An existing ATMS device (CCTV Camera System) and corresponding fiber connections located on SR 400/US 19 will be removed and reset. A third left turn lane and inside paved shoulder will be constructed on the SR 400/US 19 northbound off ramp. A third through lane with a bicycle lane and urban shoulder will be constructed along westbound Windward Parkway from the intersection at the SR 400/US 19 northbound ramp terminus to the Deerfield Parkway/Westside Parkway intersection. At this point, the third through lane will drop into a right turn lane onto northbound Deerfield Parkway. Additionally, a second southbound left turn lane on westbound Windward Parkway will be constructed at the Deerfield Parkway/Westside Parkway intersection. The existing raised median at this location will be extended 500 feet to the stop bar for the proposed dual left turn lanes. The existing street lighting located along Windward Parkway will also be removed and reset where required. The total project is 0.72 miles along SR 400/US 19, 0.63 miles along Windward Parkway, is within the city of Alpharetta, and entirely within Fulton County Drawings or maps or plats of the proposed project, as approved, are on file and are available for public inspection at the City of Alpharetta: Director of Public Works Pete Sewczwicz 1790 Hembree Rd Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-297-6200 Any interested party may obtain a copy of the drawings or maps or plats or portions thereof by paying a nominal fee and requesting in writing to: Albert V. Shelby III Program Delivery Attn: Carleton Fisher cfisher@dot.ga.gov 600 West Peachtree St., NW 25th Floor Atlanta GA 30308 404-631-1981 Any written request or communication in reference to this project or notice SHOULD include the Project and P. I. Numbers as noted at the top of this notice.
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they renamed the paper The Revue & News and increased the publishing frequency to weekly. Following the success of The Revue & News, the Appens started publishing three more weekly papers, a monthly women’s magazine and a quarterly relocation guide. They even expanded outside of publishing to social media management, graphic design services, digital newsletter management and website services. However, the core business remains community news publishing. Email a resume and cover letter to: christina@appenmediagroup.com and CC hans@appenmediagroup.com.
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OFFICE MANAGER for Children Today Montessori, Alpharetta. Experienced. Positive attitude, customer service experience and love for children, initiative, leadership, management/ organizational skills, ability to communicate with staff, parents and children, computer and accounting experience with attention to detail. Salary based on experience. Paid vacation, holidays. Resumes: Jo Soderman info@childrentodaymon tessori.com or Fax 770-817-8201.
Sawnee EMC Mechanic with diesel engine experience for mechanical work on company trucks, equipment and vehicles. Requires high school diploma or equivalency. Must have a valid GA driver’s license, CDL preferred. Must have the ability to acquire a CDL. Some heavy lifting. Related experience preferred. Hours: M-F, flexible shifts. Applicants must present completed Corporate application form prior to 5 PM, September 21, 2016. Apply online: www. sawnee.com/News & Events/Career Opportunities, or application forms are available at 543 Atlanta Hwy, Cumming GA 30040. Sawnee Electric M e m b e r s h i p Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of Females, Minorities, Veterans and Disabled. DrugFree Workplace.
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Builder/ Project Manager Peachtree Residential Properties, one of Atlanta’s premier home builders since 1988, is seeking a BuilderProject Manager for new home communities in North Atlanta. Visit www. peachtreeresidential. com for company information. Please email info@peachtreeres. com with resume. * Minimum experience 10 years in supervisory position in homebuilding industry. * College degree preferable. * We do drug testing and background checks. * North Atlanta subdivisions. * Competitive salary, excellent bonus program and truck allowance. * High customer service skills a must. * Multiple subdivision responsibility.
FRONT OFFCIE ADMINISTRATOR for Alpharetta CPA firm. Responsible for front line client communications, processing reports and returns, management of billing functions, general office administration and assistance. Email resume to: jobsacct1@ gmail.com LINE COOK: Good pay FT/PT, Monday-Friday, days. 770-777-7779
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Medical practice in the Milton/Alpharetta area seeking a part time media consultant. Must be willing to network and work flexible hours. 10-15 hours/week. Email resume and cover letter to savitha.shama@gmail. com to apply or for more information.
Outcomes Analyst, parttime bilingual: NFCC is a locally supported, volunteer based organization serving a diverse population in North Fulton with emergency needs. The Outcomes Analyst will collect, record, and report follow-up data to measure client outcomes. The successful candidate will be bilingual (Spanish/English) with excellent oral/written communication skills, database management and experience working with a low income population. Statistical training a plus. NFCC requires background check, drug screen and e-Verify. Submit resume or pick up application & job description at NFCC, 11270 Elkins Rd, Roswell 30076 or bduffy@ nfcchelp.org
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Newspaper Delivery Route Open with Appen Media Group Looking for one person or couple interested in delivering newspapers in Milton. Requirements: Perfect driving record and background check, reliable transportation, honest, reliable, and positive attitude. The route will require approximately ten hours of time each week on Wednesday and Thursday. Send an email to Lisa@ AppenMediaGroup.com and include a paragraph or two about who you are and your background/ experience. IN THE SUBJECT LINE PLEASE PUT “DELIVERY ROUTE”
Sales Garage Sale MILTON Lake At North Valley multi family. 1995 Long Hollow Lane. Saturday 9/10, 8am-3pm. Baby and toddler clothes, baby equipment, dishware and kitchenware, furnishings, books and decor’ items ALPHARETTA: Multifamily. 4860 Jones Bridge Place Drive 30022. Friday 9/9, Saturday 9/10, 8am-3pm. Many tools; exercise, MUCH MORE! JOHNS CREEK 30022 20+ families. Medlock Bridge Subdivision, just north of State Bridge and Medlock Bridge Roads. Friday 9/9 and Saturday 9/10, 8am-3pm. Furniture, clothing and miscellaneous.
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JOHNS CREEK The Ridge Subdivision; 9300 Stoney Ridge Lane 30022. Friday 9/9 and Saturday 9/10, 9am-1pm. Furniture, sports equipment, household items
GREENLAWN ROSWELL Crucifixtion lot 48-D Space 1,2,3 & 4. Retail $5995/ each. Buy @ $2995/each or $5000/pair, or $9000/all 4. Mausoleum Building 1, Section A, Row 4, #19 & 20, retail $6995/each, buy @ $4000/each or $7000/ both. 614-565-6944
ALPHARETTA: 1400 Hillcrest Heights 30005. Saturday 9/10, 7am-12pm. Light fixtures, small furniture. Quality items every category except childrens’.
Yard Sale ROSWELL Chambrel MEGA community yard sale! Saturday 9/10, 8am-2pm. 1000 Applewood Drive. Furniture galore! Portion of proceeds donated to Alzheimers Association
Animals Pet Care IN-HOME PET SITTING and dog walking per your schedule. (First aid) certified, licensed, bonded. Caring, reliable, affordable! 603-557-2195. www. healthyspiritpetservice. com
Pet Supplies AQUARIUM: 60 gallon tank plus cabinet. Light plus timer, filter, air pump, heater, auto feeder, chemicals, books. $350. 770-886-3268/Cumming
Pets for Sale SHIH-TZUS Alpharetta. DOB 7/14/16. 3 black and white (1 female, 2 male), 1 brown and white female. Great personalities! $600/ female, $500/ male. Will have their first shots. 678-576-1700
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Greenlawn/Roswell Garden of Crucifixion. Lot 145A, Spaces 1,2, and 3. $4000/each or $11,000/all. (Retail $6995/ each). Space includes vault, $500 additionally. 678-758-3930.
Furniture CORNER HUTCH: 6’ tall. Glass shelves, indoor lights. $300. 678-807-7112
Medical Equipment HOVEROUND MOBILE CHAIR MPV-5, Joystick control, 300 pound capacity, leather seats and cup-holder, used 6 months $1700. 770-569-1103 POWER WHEELCHAIR: Invacare Pronto M-91. New batteries. Like new! $1400. 404-396-7807
Miscellaneous P O R T A B L E GENERATOR: PorterCable 10,000 watt. 20 HP Honda engine. Factory condition; never used! $950 firm. 470-239-2555.
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TWIN BED: Head Board and Foot Board, mattress. New! $87. 770-667-3577
PIANO: Henry F. Miller Upright, matching bench $500/firm. 770-552-4034
BARSTOOLS: Three 24”, upholstered backs and seats. $100/all. 678-807-7112
PIANO, BG, Yamaha. Elegant, walnut, with bench. $1850 obo. 404-455-8845
E N T E RTA I N M E N T CENTER: Holds 40” TV, glass door, wood $60. 864-205-0319
CELLO, 7/8 Doetsch, Pernambuco bow, Hiscox hard sided case $2400. 770-753-0787
MATTRESS, full-size with bed frame and box-spring $45. 864-205-0319
TROMBONE case, like new 470-297-3979
BAR STOOLS, 3 wooden swivel top with back, oak finish, $45 all. 770-888-2790B
VIOLIN, West German. excellent condition, topspruce, back-maple. $200. 770-667-0140
ARMOIRES: 6’ wood with 32” TV, $150 (without $100) 864-205-0319
BUNDY A LT O SAXAPHONE Serviced; new pads and cork. $300. 770-442-9260
European wardrobe/ armoire, single door, beveled mirror, 84”hX 21”dX37”w. $500. Photos. 678-549-6057. DINETTE SET: 5-piece wooden, round table, 4 chairs $50. 864-205-0319
Household WASHER, DRYER: Kenmore Series 90. Good condition! $425/obo. 404-988-9271
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VELUX SKYLIGHTS, used. (Eight, 21”x44”, two miscellaneous sizes). $475/all. 770-992-6848 leave message
EZ CARRIER for mobility scooter or wheelchair or cargo. Fits 2” receiver. $225. 770-530-1188
DRIVEWAY GATES; two, 10’ wide total, wrought iron. $800 both. 678-492-2300
ELECTRIC HOSPITAL BED: Chrome rails. 87”x40”. No mattress. Like new! $325. 770-530-1188
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PIANO, Baby Grand: Elegant case, matching bench; warm, rich tone. Sacrifice $1650 obo. 678-445-3654
Office/Business Equip/Supplies COMPUTER DESK, 6’ vertical, stand, $45. 864-205-0319
Recreation GUN CABINET: Wooden, with locking glass front and bottom storage. Holds 5 rifles. $100. 770-888-2790 POOL TABLE, 4x8, 4 chairs, cues, rack, 2 more tables. $1100. 404-934-7307 GOLF CLUBS: Ladies’ complete set, Lynx irons, graphite woods, ball retriever, wood covers, new bag $275. 770-740-9757 GOLF MEMORABILIA: Club Logo; balls and towels, etc. $295. 404-583-2078
BIKE: Mens TREK II: Very good condition! (Accessories available) $600 accessories included. 404-291-3729
537 Lake Center Parkway at Lake Center Plaza, Cumming. Five units available at approx 1,250 SF each, 4 are contiguous. Minimum lease 2 years. Asking $15/SF plus utilities. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com
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Vintage Barbie, Midge, Francie, Skipper dolls, clothing and accessories. (Local). Cell 214-883-8215
Transportation Antique/Classic VW BEETLE 1966: Black. 95% restored, 12V, engine/interior/bodywork/ tires/brakes... $10,000. 404-216-7060
Real Estate Acreage/Lots
Lilburn, 0.47 acre Residential Lot off of River Club Drive, backs up to Yellow River in Gwinnett County $30,000. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com
3575 Bonneville Drive, Cumming .23 acres in Shady Shores $30,000 Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com
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Personal Care Home in Milton with 100% occupancy seeking new Corporate Ownership. $699,000.Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com
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2800SF. Unconditioned, no office/toilet, overheead door. No combustibles. $ 1 5 0 0 / m o n t h . 770-401-6475
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Recreation Regal Sebring, 1986: 20 ft power boat Asking $3500 or reasonable offer. Stored dry dock at Habersham Marina Excellent condition. Jerry Clauson, 770-88-1731
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3970 Triton Ives, Auburn. Brick Front 4BR/2.5BA home professional landscaping, fenced yard, plus a storage shed! Only 1 mile from Little Mulberry Park. Minutes from the Mall of Georgia/Hamilton Mill.. $219,900. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com 1695 Spot Road Connector, Cumming. .71 acres 2BR/1BA with commercial potential. Great location for landscaping company, florist, gift shop, antique store. Value in land. $125,000 Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com
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3333 Castleberry Village, Cumming, 3BR/2.5BA, hardwood floors, granite counter tops, double vanity sinks. Fabulous community pool and clubhouse. Available for immediate occupancy for rent at $1,650 per month. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com
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4030 Bridle Ridge, Suwanee. 4BR/3.5BR Brick Ranch in Lambert School District! Master on main, split bedroom plan, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings and whirlpool tub, landscaped home with screened in porch and fenced yard in a fabulous sought after pool and tennis community. $393,500 Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com
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