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Health & Wellness Sponsored section ►►PAGE 26 The Milton High School varsity women’s softball team holds some of the donated items.

Milton women’s softball teams go ‘Glove to Glove’ Hold collection for flood victims in Baton Rouge MILTON, Ga. — The Milton High School softball families “hit a home run” with a recent glove drive. The Milton High School women’s varsity and J.V. softball teams collected gloves to aid in the Baton Rouge, La. clean up. Over 100,000 houses in the

Baton Rouge area have been ruined due to the recent flooding. Requests for medical gloves, work gloves and plastic gloves gave the team an idea. “Glove to Glove Baton Rouge” a community project glove collection got underway.

The gloves are being sent south for volunteers and families to use as protection during cleanup for flooded neighborhoods, businesses, schools and parks. Gloves were collected at all three home games last week and the collection exceeded expectation at approximately 5,000 pairs donated.

Sat., September 17th Wine, hors d’oeuvres, and a wide selection of various hued loose Sapphires and Sapphire jewelry.

Milton Olympian captures bronze Castlin competes in 100-meter hurdles in Rio ►►PAGE 34

Eagles, Bears face-off for first time Teams begin rivalry in Milton ►►PAGE 36

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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A woman reported fraud Aug. 23 when she was swindled out of $152,000. The woman said she had met a man calling himself “TingFang Lin” on Facebook and developed a trusting relationship with him. After a while, Lin told the victim that he was being held in customs in Malaysia during one of his business trips and needed financial assistance. The victim sent him $10,500 over three installments before arranging to meet Lin in Malaysia. When the victim arrived in Malaysia, Lin told her he was in protective custody and needed more financial assistance.

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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Alleged shoplifter sells to same store 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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DUI arrests ►► Robert N. Beirne, 53, of Legacy

Oaks Circle, Roswell, was arrested Aug. 14 on Woodstock Road in Roswell for DUI, reckless driving and failure to maintain lane. ►► Lubomir Suly, 22, of Rocky Creek Drive, Roswell, was arrested Aug. 14 on Alpharetta Street in Roswell for DUI, reckless driving and failure to maintain lane. ►► Steve Lapenta, 25, of Brooklyn, New York, was arrested Aug. 14 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for DUI, reckless driving, speeding, failure to maintain lane, suspended license, hit and run, driving on the wrong side of roadway and hindrance of a police officer. ►► Gary Tyron Slater, 27, of Sterling Court, Cumming, was arrested Aug. 26 on Webb Road in Milton for DUI, possession of marijuana and speeding. ►► Ekaterina Kleinkauf, 45, of Lexington Drive, Roswell, was arrested Aug. 12 on Sterling Way in Roswell for DUI, failure to maintain lane and open container. ►► Fawn K. Hanson, 46, of Prestwyck Court, Alpharetta, was arrested Aug. 12 on Upper Hembree Road in Roswell

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“I’m also a bit concerned about how the proposal made its way to the council and was approved with the minimum amount of public notice,” she added. The measure was voted on after a discussion in which Councilman Jason Binder raised the only objection, saying he wished there had been more public deliberation on the subject before a vote was scheduled.

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

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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

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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. 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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OPINION

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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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

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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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Forsyth holds vendor symposium To discuss how to do business with county 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.”

Engel & Volkers will represent new home sales at the Manor Golf and Country Club.

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 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.

NEWBUSINESSSPOTLIGHTS

DynaSis opens new office in Alpharetta

Spa Amore opens in Roswell

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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PUP-A-PALOOZA

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.

EVENTS: TURTLE AFTER-SCHOOL ADVENTURES

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

TRUDY NAN BOYCE

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

WILD ABOUT AUTREY MILL

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.

Where: Don White Memorial Park, 925 Riverside Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com or steamtruck.org

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

FARMERS MARKETS, FOOD TRUCKS: ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET

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

MONTANA SKIES

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

DARIUS RUCKER

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

FREE MOCK SAT

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

HEALTHY PAWS FOR A CAUSE

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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Saliva: Continued from Page 29 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

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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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CITY OF MILTON PUBLIC NOTICE Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Amendment Notice is hereby given that a public hearing shall be held on the 19th day of September, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at Milton City Hall, 13000 Deerfield Parkway, Milton, Georgia before the Mayor and Council of the City of Milton at which time ordinances pertaining to the Fiscal Year 2016 budget amendment shall be sounded and adopted. The proposed budget amendments will be available for review at City Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. This public hearing is in accordance with O.C.G.A. 36-81-5. All citizens of Milton are invited to attend.

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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 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

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

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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Roswell kicker dedicates season to children’s cancer research

Cancer hit close to home for senior grid star By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com 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 dedi-

cated 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

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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.

win.

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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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 outdoor display by the Respect for Life

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Committee at St Peter of Chanel Catholic Church. Hans Susgin, from Troop 429, sponsored by Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, whose project was the design and building of a 29’ rail wooden fence and swinging gate to prevent vehicles from unauthorized entry into a pathway located at Birmingham Park, in Milton. Graham Barron, from Crew 347, sponsored by Milton Ward of Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints, whose project was the identification and entering gravesites and memorials at three cemeteries (over 1425 graves) into the mobile app Billiongraves.com. Each gravesite/memorial was cleaned, photographed, GPS location noted and entered into this app. Eemil Harkonen, of Troop 226, sponsored by Bridge to Grace Church, whose project was the design and construction of four wooden benches for the Fulton Science Academy School Playground. Neil Pol, from Troop 27, sponsored by the Johns Creek Christian Church, whose project was the design and construction of rectangular flower beds and general landscaping and beatification for the Chinmaya Mission in Alpharetta. John Gotschall, of Crew 2006,

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Local veteran starts foundation to help others Hopes to help homeless veterans or those with PTSD By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — After he was medically discharged from the military, Ryan Hepworth knew he wanted to continue to help his fellow veterans. He moved to Forsyth and took a job with Northside Hospital as a population health coordinator. But the former Army nurse didn’t stop there. He soon started the Shadow Warrior Foundation which provides veteran services in Atlanta and Forsyth County. “I was always passionate about wanting to help other people,” he said. “I wanted to extend that outside of the military. Both for my brothers and sisters I left behind, but also the ones who are out and basically in the shadows on their own.” About a year ago he had a conversation with a friend about the disconnect many feel after leaving the military between being in active duty and being a civilian. Hepworth said due to his back-

Blotter: 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.

Armed robbery suspect caught with missing cash 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-yearold Jonathan Williams, entered the restaurant and allegedly pulled a gun out of his pants when a waiter approached him. Williams, according to

ground in nursing, it was a little easier for him to get a job once he was out, but that’s not the case for all veterans. “It’s extremely hard to translate (your military experience),” he said. “It’s like taking everything I’ve known and done in the military and making it into a new language. You can only imagine the guys who don’t have that degree of background or guidance.” In addition to having difficulty finding jobs, he said many veterans struggle with homelessness. “It’s unacceptable,” Hepworth said. “If you wait around for whomever to take care of it, you’ll be waiting for a long time. Why not take it upon ourselves and continue the Army mission. There are a lot of guys struggling but we’re there for them with our boots on the ground.” And his group does just that. The mission of his foundation is to find those men and women who are living on the street and help them get a job, food and shelter. After receiving donations of clothing, Hepworth and his group hand deliver the items to those in need in downtown Atlanta. While there, they try to give advice and support to the veterans. “We want service members to realize they have a lot of skills that large comthe waiter, then demanded that they give him everything in the safe. The manager came out and gave Williams access to the safe, where Williams 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

With donations, Shadow Warrior Foundation was able to clothe over 200 homeless veterans on the streets of Atlanta during the event Shadow Chasing at the Peachtree and Pine Homeless Shelter. panies want,” he said. “We want to help pull them out of the shadows.” But the homelessness doesn’t end once Hepworth crosses over the Forsyth County border. 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

“A lot of people think we don’t have that issue in Forsyth County,” he said. “But we do. Homelessness is everywhere.” He said those who were in the military may not ask for help because they know how to acclimate, even if that means living on couch to couch. And aside from the physical needs, the group also addresses the mental needs of the veterans primarily focusing on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. “We’re taught to not wear our emotions on our sleeves,” Hepworth said. According to data from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs from 2000-10, the suicide rate among male veterans was 32.2 per 100,000 lives, and 28.6 per 100,000 for female veterans. “We’re there to provide support and resources,” he said. “We fight for our heroes who battle PTSD, because this battle is lifelong. They may have left the war, but the war never left them, and we will not leave them to fight PTSD alone.” He calls his foundation a small startup, but even with the group being new, he hopes to impact at least one soldier. To learn about the foundation, visit shadowwarriorfoundation.org. 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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Healthy Paws for a Cause holds low cost clinic Vaccine clinic to be held Sept. 10 By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — One of the most common reasons people abandon or surrender their pets is because they can’t afford to take care of the animal. A local nonprofit, Healthy Paws for a Cause in Cumming is seeking to help those owners. Jennifer Von Essen with the group said they are a low-cost spay and neuter and vaccine clinic. They cater mostly to local rescue groups including the Humane Society of Forsyth County, Fur Kids, Canine Adoption Network, You Lucky Dog and Barktown Rescue. “We are trying to provide them with affordable veterinary care so they can rescue the animals with the time and money they have,” Von Essen said. “This way we can find more animals homes and keep them out of kill shelters.” For everyday pet owners, Healthy Paws offers a low-cost microchip and vaccine clinic every second Saturday

If you go What: Low cost vaccine and microchip clinic When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 10 Where: 332 Dahlonega Street in Cumming More info: healthypawsforacause. vetsfirstchoice.com of the month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at their business, 332 Dahlonega Street in Cumming. The next clinic will be Sept. 10. It is open to anyone and the group doesn’t charge a visit fee. There is a minimal charge for an exam fee if owners need something to be looked at outside of a vaccine. “The prices of regular veterinary can be really high,” she said. “The clinic is for someone who wants to make sure their animal gets that yearly rabies vaccine but doesn’t want to pay for a doctor’s visit where a lot of times they want to do additional procedures.” They are able to offer these low

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Carlos Otts holds Eli while Julia Galotti holds Esther. Otts works with Healthy Paws while Galotti works with Fur Kids. prices because the people working the event are all volunteers that day. They typically see 90 to 100 animals during these clinics. “That Saturday we all volunteer including the vet tech,” she said. “There are also high schoolers, friends of owner Adrienne Donahue and people who’ve come to the clinic before who volunteer. It’s great to get to know your community that way.” In addition to the volunteers, the group keeps costs low in various ways like only being open a few days during the week and not having a lot of overhead. They also hold many fundraisers and rely on donations. “It’s really a balance of being a nonprofit that makes just enough to cover your expenses and not have any issues,” Von Essen said. But money isn’t everything and Healthy Paws wants to be able to help owners who want to keep their pets but are struggling to afford it. “The rescue groups just can’t take everybody. When the numbers get really high at the county shelter, they have to start euthanizing animals,” Von Essen said. “It’s really important people who want to keep their pets can afford veterinary care. We do everything we can for people who are trying really hard to take care of their animals have the opportunity to do that by offering them reasonably priced veterinary care.” Aside from the once a month clinics, Healthy Paws is open from 9 a.m. to 2

It’s really important people who want to keep their pets can afford veterinary care. We do everything we can for people who are trying really hard to take care of their animals have the opportunity to do that by offering them reasonably priced veterinary care.” JENNIFER VON ESSEN With Healthy Paws p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. They do not offer emergency care and mainly work with rescue organizations. They accept a few appointments throughout the week, but those are usually booked weeks in advance. For information on Healthy Paws or to donate, visit healthypawsforacause. vetsfirstchoice.com.

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CITY OF MILTON PUBLIC NOTICE The Mayor and Council of the City of Milton wish to notify the citizenry of the upcoming meetings pertaining to the FY 2017 proposed Annual Operating and Capital Budget: 1. Public Hearing: A public hearing will be held at the regularly scheduled council meeting on September 19, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. 2. Budget Adoption: The FY 2017 budget will be considered for adoption by the Mayor and Council after the public hearing at the regularly scheduled council meeting on September 19, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. These meetings will be held at Milton City Hall, 13000 Deerfield Pkwy, Suite 107E, Milton, GA 30004. The proposed budget will be available for review at City Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The documents will also be included in the agenda packet for the meeting. The packet is published on the city’s website at www.cityofmiltonga.us.

CITY OF MILTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR TEXT AMENDMENTS (Chapter 64 and Chapter 50 of the City Code) RZ16-07 – Consideration to amend the AG-1 (Agricultural) District regarding paved and unpaved roads in Chapter 64, Article VI, Division 2, in Sec. 64416. Development Standards

Parking: Continued from Page 4 the site, said James Drinkard, assistant city administrator. Drinkard said special events coordinator Kim Dodson has expressed confidence she can work around any issues on a short-term basis and will be working on solutions for the long term. At some point it may be that the city decides the Food Truck Alley no longer makes sense for downtown, he said. The event came about because Alpharetta’s downtown did not have a lot of restaurants, a condition that is bound to change as City Center develops. Drinkard said discussions for the deck centered on whether to build on the newly acquired property on Milton Avenue near the cemetery or in other areas nearby. Ultimately, all indications

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pointed to the Roswell Street site as providing the best configuration that would produce the most spaces for the money, Drinkard said. “What we found was the shape of those [other] properties, the cost of the spaces was going to be pretty high. And the configuration was not going to give us a very good yield on the number of spaces relative to the location the council ultimately decided on,” he said. Those issues carry little weight for resident Lisa Amundsen, who said she thinks the city got it wrong. “When they say that they want to make a walking-friendly downtown area, then choose to slap a parking garage in the midst of all of it, doesn’t that just put a big damper on the walkability in the area?” she asked. “It needs to be located in the surrounding areas.” She said she’d prefer they used the area near the old Milton High School for a deck.

Arrests: Continued from Page 2 arrested Aug. 24 on Cogburn Road in Milton for possession of heroin, failure to maintain lane, possession of drug-related items, brake light violation, window tint violation and exhaust system violation. ►► Natalie Jenkins, 58, of Harbor Landing, Roswell, was arrested Aug. 12 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of crack cocaine, drugs not kept in original container, suspended license, expired registration and brake light violation. ►► Roy Lee Hayes III, 35, of Roswell Commons Way, Roswell, was arrested Aug. 11 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana and seat belt violation.

Invitation to Bid Providence Park Bridges and Dock Project ITB NUMBER 16-PR02 Sealed Bids Due Date: October 4, 2016 2:00PM Local Time Milton City Hall To be publicly opened approximately 2:05PM in the Courthouse The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids. The City of Milton is requesting bids from interested parties for a public private partnership. The request for sealed bids for Providence Park Bridges and Dock Project will be posted on the following websites the week of September 1, 2016. http://www.cityofmiltonga.us or http://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/PRSapp/PR_index.jsp

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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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Inbound call center and virtual office service. Provide receptionist services to various companies. Sell, schedule and provide virtual office services for home inspectors. Must work 12:30pm-9pm. Real estate and/or inspection background a plus. $14/ hour + potential bonus in 1st 90 days. Resume: sales@wescheduleit.com CUSTOMER SERVICE: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. Busy office. AlpharettaCumming area. Email: gail@peachtreeblinds. com

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The Drake House is adding an after school program to provide consistent learning and enrichment activities for elementary and middle school children residing at The Drake House. We are seeking both a program coordinator and assistant coordinator to develop the children’s strengths and interests while promoting family engagement for complimentary learning. These staff positions will incorporate a variety of volunteers in teaching both academics and leisure time enrichment activities. Position hours will be from 3:00pm-7:00pm Monday – Friday, and on teacher workdays. A college degree and minimum of five years of experience working in education with children is preferred. The ability to work independently in a team-oriented, fast paced atmosphere is required. Please send resumes to cmerritt@thedrakehouse. org or fax to 770-587-4714.

FRONT DESK: Medical. Experience preferred. Computer, phone. Checking insurance, collect payments. Up to 36 hours/week; some weekends. : daisy.singh@ yahoo.com

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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P A R T - T I M E A D M I N I S T R AT I V E SUPPORT: North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) has an immediate PART TIME position available at our Education Center in Roswell. The Education Intake Specialist will be in daily contact with new and established center participants and volunteers. In addition to receptionist and administrative support, this position oversees computer lab services and center closing activities. M o n d a y - T h u r s d a y, 2:30pm-6:30pm, with some Saturdays 9am-1pm. Applicants must have a history of outstanding customer service and administrative support skills with demonstrated compassion for cultural diversity; moderate to elevated level of competency with MS Office software and data entry; reliable transportation and valid GA Driver’s License required; and at least three years’ experience working in an administrative capacity. Bilingual in Spanish a plus. NFCC is a 501(c)3 human services nonprofit dedicated to the prevention of homelessness and hunger in North Fulton by providing emergency assistance and enrichment programs. Located in Roswell, NFCC is an equal opportunity employer. We eVerify. Please send your resume including experience, qualifications and salary requirements to info@ nfcchelp.org.

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

Bargains Building Supplies

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

Medical Equipment

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

Home for Sale

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

Investment Property/ Residential

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

Storage Buildings ALPHARETTA

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

Commercial Space for Lease

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

Townhome for Rent

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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Home for Sale

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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LAKE NOTTELEY 1-acre lakefront wooded lot, just 90 miles north of Atlanta in upscale mountain-top community with pool, clubhouse, stables and many more amenities. Motivated seller $159,000. 770-845-5709

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