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Johns Creek putting $11.6M on city streets Seven city street projects underway or on deck By HATCHER HURD hatcher@northfulton.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Traffic and roads are the uppermost problems for most Johns Creek residents, and the city is answering the call with five major projects under construction and three more projects pending with contracts totaling $11.678 million. That means relief is coming, but there is going to be some heartburn as well. Just two weeks ago, Johns Creek drivers heading east on Old Alabama Road saw red when the left turn signal on Old Alabama at Medlock Bridge Road wasn’t functioning, causing a tremendous logjam and backup until it got straightened out. That is a Georgia Department of Transportation project. The problem there occurred

when the sensor in the turn lane was not moved to another lane when it was closed down. Without the sensor to tell the light there was traffic backed up in the turn lane, the light remained on quick-change mode. “That sensor wasn’t moved, so the system failed,” said Public Works Director Tom Black. As a GDOT-managed program, the city was not responsible, but it got the heat from residents anyway. Johns Creek traffic has long been a hot topic. The city’s reality is more than 110,000 people have moved into surrounding communities just since 2010, and more are on the way. Two state highways intersect at Medlock Bridge Road (Ga. 120) and Abbots Bridge Road (Ga. 120) and McGinnis Ferry Road, which has almost

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Five major projects are currently under construction and three more are pending with contracts. as much traffic, is slated to become four lanes in the coming years if not months. Black said some glitches are inevitable with paving and

engineering projects happening on many of the major thoroughfares in the city. Beyond human error, these projects drawn on paper can have

unforeseen problems in the substrata of the surfaces that can cause delays.

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Liz Hausmann and Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker, center, cut the ribbon for The Hub Family Resource Center.

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – You found your daughter unresponsive in bed after taking too many pills and the paramedics came and revived her. Where do you turn after you’ve dialed 911? It probably should be The Hub Family Resource Center, a new nonprofit clearinghouse to help families deal

with growing mental-health issues and drug-addiction concerns in the North Fulton community. At its ribbon-cutting ceremony Sept. 16 in Johns Creek, Executive Director Remco Brommet said the need for such a facility is as great in North Fulton as anywhere in the county, perhaps more because it is blessed with such afflu-

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ROSWELL, Ga. – Three would-be burglars were quickly caught early Sept. 16 when they ran smack into the rear gate of the Roswell Police Department. According to police, the three suspects set off an audible alarm at the Wender and Roberts Drug Store on Atlanta Street in Roswell about 3:30 a.m. Officers on patrol spotted the men wearing masks and gloves as they ran from the business. One of the sus-

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Three arrested in pandering sting ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Three men were arrested Sept. 2 for pandering, caught in a police operation at a local hotel. According to police, the men placed ads on Web pages popular with “escort” services and prostitution. These ads

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DUI arrests ►► Erica Lynn Beck, 33, of Gainesville,

was arrested Aug. 27 on Wilson Road in Johns Creek for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Shakeem Rashad McIlwain, 21, of Langollen Way, Cumming, was arrested Aug. 28 on Medlock Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI, speeding and failure to maintain lane. ►► Benito Puga Escobar, 26, of Masters Way, Alpharetta, was arrested Sept. 4 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI, speeding and expired license. ►► Kendra Marie Robson, 28, of Cicero Drive, Alpharetta, was arrested Sept. 5 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI, failure to maintain lane and expired license. ►► William B. Quale, 58, of Martin, Georgia, was arrested Sept. 5 on Milton Avenue in Alpharetta for DUI, open container and failure to maintain lane. ►► Sulki Ki Lee, 27, of Duluth, was

used coded language that suggested sex was offered. In response to the posting, the three men each contacted police posing as the prostitute. They set up times to meet allegedly for sex and a dollar amount was agreed upon for the service. Police set up shop in several rooms of a local hotel on Windward Parkway. One room was used by an undercover officer to meet suspects. Another room was for the waiting officers and the third was for processing the suspects once they were arrested. Each of the men charged allegedly contacted an undercover officer via the

phone number on the ad and agreed to pay for sex. When they arrived at the hotel, they texted the officer again to get the room number. Upon entering the room and, while being recorded, they agreed again on the exchange and were arrested. All three men were arrested for pandering.

arrested Sept. 6 on Haynes Bridge Road in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to obey a traffic control device. ►► Alex James Smith, 23, of Caswyck Trace, Alpharetta, was arrested Sept. 1 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI and speeding. ►► Bert Parker Benson, 45, of Lynne Circle, Alpharetta, was arrested Sept. 1 on North Main Street in Alpharetta for DUI, reckless driving, failure to maintain lane, wanted person, attempting to elude a police officer, suspended license and hit and run. ►► Victor S. Gregg, 51, of Decatur, was arrested Sept. 2 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI, open container and failure to maintain lane. ►► Thomas Howard Armbrust, 29, of Addison Lane, Johns Creek, was arrested Sept. 4 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI, reckless driving, speeding and attempting to elude a police officer. ►► Alfredo Palacios-Cardoza, 34, of Valais Court, Johns Creek, was arrested Aug. 30 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI, failure to maintain lane and expired license. ►► Cara Lynn Spring, 31, of Gainesville, was arrested Aug. 30 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to main-

tain lane. ►► John Fraser Douglas, 36, of Crowe Road, Alpharetta, was arrested Aug. 26 on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI. ►► Robert K. Scisson, 34, of Addison Lane, Johns Creek, was arrested Aug. 26 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI.

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Vickery Creek Park backpack bomber pleads guilty ATLANTA - Michael C. Sibley, 67, of Marietta, pleaded guilty to placing a backpack containing two pipe bombs at Vickery Creek Park in the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area in 2014. He was charged with conveying false and misleading information about a crime. “In addition to breaking the law, threatening an act of terrorism is a serious matter that diverts scarce law enforcement resources away from legitimate threats and unnecessarily causes alarm,” said U.S. Attorney John Horn. “Sibley’s crime is even more troubling because he attempted to exploit stereotypical fears and prejudices.” Sibley left a backpack on the nature trail of Vickery Creek Park Nov. 4, 2014. The bag contained what appeared to be two completely con-

structed pipe bombs. Nails and screws were taped to the outside of the tubing, consistent with construction designed for maximum fragmentation upon explosion. The pipe bombs also appeared to be ready for remote detonation. The devices, however, did not have a power source, which is required to remotely cause an explosion. The name written on the abandoned backpack appeared to be a Middle Eastern name. The backpack also contained two books: “The Rape of Kuwait” and the Quran, the Muslim holy book. Visitors to the park reported the backpack to police. The bag triggered a response from officials that included bomb technicians as well as significant law-enforcement interest in finding a suspect. On March 20, 2015, Sibley

In addition to breaking the law, threatening an act of terrorism is a serious matter that diverts scarce law enforcement resources away from legitimate threats and unnecessarily causes alarm.” JOHN HORN U.S. Attorney voluntarily contacted the FBI and asked to meet with the

agents. During this meeting, he confessed to making the

devices and to placing them in Vickery Creek Park. Sibley stated that he placed the bag with the devices, books and other items in the park to “wake up” people in the United States. He related that he believes the Mexican border is poorly defended and that many people are entering this country illegally. He also said that he made the explosive devices and placed them in the park to make people realize that, if this can happen in Roswell, Georgia, it can happen anywhere. The sentencing for Sibley is scheduled for Jan. 1, 2016.

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But human error has been behind some of the holdups. The GDOT project to replace the Parsons Road bridge should be finished, but that has been moved back to the end of October after poor engineering misaligned the two ends of the bridge. The construction company will have to eat the extra costs, but that doesn’t help the commuters and residents who want the bridge repaired as soon as possible. Mayor Mike Bodker said such headaches as these are only temporary but necessary if the city is going to make headway with transportation. “The bottom line is we wish we never had the problem we had with Old Alabama Road last week, but in the end the improvement will be far worth it,” Bodker said. “There is no question residents and visitors are just tired of the congestion in Johns Creek, so we have to get proactive. That means in some cases it has to get a little worse to get better.” Meanwhile, Bodker praised the Public Works Department for maximizing traffic control on the current grid system in place. “They have found a way to add a lane here or restripe an intersection there. It doesn’t seem like much, just adding a bit of pavement, yet they make a big difference in moving folks along,” he said. Bodker said he heard from residents who said some improvements on Old Alabama had “literally cut 10 to 15 minutes off their commute.” “We are just going to continue to work through these problems because we know it will ultimately make things better,” he said.

Johns Creek projects lining up Johns Creek Public Works has a lot on its plate as it rushes to finish some transportation projects and get ready to add more. City officials say Johns Creek has taken a strategic approach in its effort to improve roadways while communicating with GDOT to track is progress. However, the timing of the construction on both sides is often dependent on the availability of state and federal funding. When funding is available, the city has to be ready to use it in the feds’ specific timeframe or it may no longer be available. The city has a list of more than 25 potential projects through 2019 to help manage the growing traffic challenge. The following is a list of projects underway or about to commence, with the associated cost. Johns Creek and GDOT have five projects now under construction, two set to begin Sept. 21, and one to begin within the next three weeks. • Jones Bridge Road between State Bridge and Abbotts Bridge roads. City Project. Funding: $2.427 million. Source: city and LMIG (state). The city is widening the road from two lanes to four lanes with a center median, adding an 8-foot-wide trail on one side of the road and a 5-foot-wide sidewalk on the other, and installing a new traffic signal at the entrance of the North Bridges Shopping Center. This project is scheduled to be complete by November. • Old Alabama Road between Buice and Medlock Bridge roads. GDOT Project. Funding: $3.623 million. Source: All federal. The project will widen Old Alabama Road from Buice Road to Medlock Bridge Road to four lanes with two in each direction, separated by a 20-foot-wide median. A 5-foot sidewalk will be built south of Old Alabama Road and a 10-foot multiuse trail will be added on the north side. An additional left-turn lane will be added on Medlock Bridge Road onto Old Alabama Road. The project is scheduled to be completed in October 2016. The contractor must tear out the existing road to reinforce the poor soils underneath, and then rebuild the road from scratch in addition to widening the road. • Parsons Road Bridge replacement. GDOT Project. Funding: $1.556 million. Source: All federal. GDOT designed the replacement for the 50-year-old bridge, funded the project (saving the city $1.5 million), and is overseeing the construction. Johns Creek doesn’t have any management control of the project, but the completion date for the project is now Oct. 30, 2015. GDOT had scheduled for 10 months which is October, but was hoping to complete the project in September. The replacement bridge will be wider and will include a 10-foot-

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wide trail on one side and a 5-foot-wide sidewalk on the other side. • Bell Road Bridge replacement. GDOT Project. Funding: $1.464 million. Source: All federal. GDOT designed the bridge, funded the project and is solely overseeing the construction. The completion date is Nov. 30, 2015. However, the project is currently on hold while GDOT works out an agreement with the contractor on a redesign of the road grades. The completion date may be delayed. The new bridge will include a 10-foot trail on one side and a 5-foot-wide sidewalk on the other. The existing bridge has no room for pedestrians or bicyclists. • Roundabout at Bell and Boles roads. City Project. Funding: $1.474 million. Source: All federal. Construction of a roundabout and preparation of a site for a future pocket park. Crews are removing high ground on the northwest corner of the intersection to accommodate the roundabout and the park. The contractor will begin construction “in the very near future.” The contract calls for the roundabout to be completed in March. Imminent projects • Roundabout at Crossington and Sargent roads. City project. Funding: $448,899. Source: All local. Construction is slated to start Sept. 21 and completed by Jan. 1 weather permitting. The project will allow residents in the Wellington subdivision to more safely enter and exit their neighborhood, reduce the potential for dangerous T-bone collisions, and encourage large vehicles to use more appropriate routes. Completion is expected by the end of December. • Jones Bridge at McGinnis Ferry Road. City Project. Funding: $246,832. Source: All local. Tentatively set to begin Sept. 21. A new right turn on Jones Bridge onto McGinnis Ferry Road, and less than a 1,000-foot merging lane on McGinnis Ferry Road to allow vehicles to transition into traffic. This project will allow vehicles turning right to have their own lane, reducing wait times at the traffic signal, and to ease into traffic after making their turn. Completion is expected by the end of December. • Jones Bridge Road extension south of State Bridge Road. City Project. Funding: $440,000. Source: All local. Tentatively set to begin Sept. 28. The contract for the project was expanded in August to include an 850-foot extension of the second of two southbound lanes on Jones Bridge south of State Bridge Road (starting near the Waffle House). The extension will provide motorists more time to merge safely into traffic and help relieve congestion in the intersection. It is scheduled to be complete in the spring.

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Atty. Gen. Olens spreads message to Centennial HS Warns drug addiction often begins at home By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – Sam Olens, Attorney General for the state of Georgia, spoke Sept. 16 to a group of Centennial High School students with an interest in medical careers. Olens encouraged them to spread the word about his anti-drug campaign – especially the dangers of abusing prescription drugs. Olens makes no bones about taking a page out the state of Kentucky’s playbook. His “We’re Not Gonna Take It” drug program is in its second year and is based on a similar Kentucky program that takes

the message directly to the students. “We spoke to 6,000 students last year. This year we plan to double it,” Olens said. For added interest, he challenges high schools to come up with their own 30-second “We’re Not Gonna Take It” video public service announcement discouraging prescription drug abuse. The winning videographers will receive iPads in addition to having their winning videos aired on Georgia television stations as a PSA for four months. Olens began by telling the students that many teenagers’ addiction to opiates started from the same source – their parents’ medicine chest. Opioid drugs, such as hydrocodone or oxycontin, are highly addictive, overprescribed and frequently

left on shelves or countertops by parents, he said. The problem is young people too often find the opioids and begin taking and/or selling them. “Many times the parents don’t realize the pills have disappeared. Then the kids are buying them on the street,” he said.

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Start.Smart.Drive: Event targets teen driver safety Shows what teens should know before parents hand over car keys By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — When a teenager – or anyone for that matter – gets behind the wheel of a car, he or she will have to make a series of life or death decisions until that car is parked again. Most people think those decisions are always obvious and commonsense decisions. But one wrong decision is all it takes to be injured, paralyzed or dead. That is why DriveSmart Georgia is partnering with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD), the University of Georgia Extension Services and the AAA (the American Automobile Association) to have a special Saturday afternoon devoted to showing young drivers in an entertaining way that safe driving is just good sense. “We are all co-hosting a free interactive community event called Start. Smart. Drive,” said DriveSmart Community Manager Jackie Kass. It will take place in the DriveSmart parking lot at 6000

If you go What: An event to teach young drivers facts they should know before they get behind wheel of a car When: Saturday, Oct. 17, noon to 4 p.m. Where: DriveSmart parking lot (6000 Medlock Bridge Rd) Sponsors: Mothers Against Drunk Driving; Students Against Destructive Decisions; AAA Medlock Bridge Road near the Thirty Seven Main rock club. The event is from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. Amy Sands from MADD is also bringing several Falcons cheerleaders and some retired Atlanta Braves players. “This community event is shaping up to be a pretty big deal for parents and teens in Johns Creek. We will also have involvement from students from Johns Creek, Chattahoochee and Northview high schools,” Kass said. The FM Power 96.1 radio station will be on hand to

broadcast live as well as air spots for us the week prior to the event. Activities include: • UGA rollover vehicle to demonstrate the importance of using seat belts • Live radio remote • Falcons cheerleaders • Retired Braves players • Johns Creek Fire Dept. with crash vehicle • MADD talk with victims panel • Driving simulators • Interactive games and prizes • Support from local restaurants and businesses

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The event is meant to be interactive, Kass said. So there will a rollover simulator, that will show just what happens to humans (in this case dummies) during a rollover – with a seatbelt and without one. Students will be invited to drive in simulators that mimic conditions such as rain, sleet and snow. They can wear fogged goggles to simulate driving impaired. The Johns Creek Police Department will participate also in the demonstrations. There will be prize giveaways including iPads and to local restaurants.

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Look for the good in life Maybe it’s just me, but there seems to be a lot of talk lately about how millennials are ruining the world. We have been called lazy, entitled and the root of all things wrong with America. It is hard to turn on a TV or read an opinion piece without finding someone blaming my generation for pretty much every problem we have as a society. Along with those complaints, you may also hear doom and gloom about how the world just isn’t a good place anymore and all hope is gone. Seriously? Just because times have changed doesn’t mean everything nowadays is horrible. America is still great and, in my opinion, continues to be the best nation in existence. People often want to talk about how “back in their day” they had a good life and kids these days are really missing out. Life was so much simpler back then, they muse. The obvious flaw in this line of reasoning is older folks are making assumptions about something they haven’t, and can’t, experience: What it’s like to be a young adult in 2015. I grew up when the Internet was blooming and I am thankful for that. I had to teach myself how to use it and, in the process, learned so many valuable lessons. I’ve got to tell you, despite the uproar some of our newfound freedoms have caused, it’s pretty great to be a young professional in this day and age. In the year 2015, you can love whomever you want, be who you want and do what you want, as long as it doesn’t hurt others. Aren’t these great things we should be celebrating? Of course, we have our issues, but we often overlook all the good that is going on around us. Complaining is easy to do and recognizing the good in people is sometimes difficult. I know, I know – the media doesn’t do anything to help this. But that’s another common assumption that’s simply wrong. As a reporter, I understand how we must report the news even when that news isn’t good. But, when it comes to filling finite space on a newspaper page,

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Of course, we have our issues, but we often overlook all the good that is going on around us. Complaining is easy to do and recognizing the good in people is sometimes difficult. a shooting is usually considered more “newsworthy” than an animal saved from a fire. An airplane landing safely isn’t newsworthy; an airplane crash is covered intensely. Unfortunate, I realize, but that’s the way of the newspaper world. Think for a moment if we didn’t have the bad news. Everything would be sunshine and rainbows and we would never fully appreciate the good things around us. We would simply expect everything to always work out. But have you ever read a follow-up article after a particularly nasty event? It’s usually incredible. Thousands of dollars donated, people volunteering hours to help and strangers coming together for a bigger cause. That’s the good we need to be looking for in life. It’s still there. You just may have to dig a little deeper to find it.

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Milton’s book barn gets me in doghouse If our neighbors to the west in horse country – aka Milton – really want to do something, trust them to go root hog or die. That’s an expression that means to go all out. I’m talking about that book barn the Friends of the Milton Library opened a week ago. For the uninformed, just about every library in Fulton County has a Friends group. These are volunteers who support their local libraries – they may shelve books, hold children’s readings and bring in authors to speak. But, above all, they raise funds. They will work like ants and turn around to spend the funds they raise on things the library needs. Every library has a Friends group. It’s just Milton’s friends are, well, friendlier, shall we say. I went to that Milton Friends shindig to open their book barn last week, but whatever you do, don’t tell My Lady Wife that I was there. She thinks I have this problem with books and not being able to finish one before I’m reading another. I don’t have a problem. Please, who are you trying to kid? If she found out that I brought home a sack full of new used books, I would be in big trouble again. I mean, it’s not like I can’t handle it. I just have to finesse the Lady Wife a little. Oh, you’re in trouble all right. When did you ever fool me? You see, my wife thinks I have this book problem. It’s all in her mind, really. I mean, I’m a newspaperman. Reading is what I do for a living. So it is only natural that I read other things as well. And it’s not like it is a problem or anything. I could stop reading anytime I choose. Besides, It’s not like I’m reading all that much. A little every day maybe, you know just a couple of chapters. But nothing I can’t handle. OK, so on a rainy weekend, I may hole up in the Man Cave with a good Lee Child novel. A man’s entitled to blow of a little steam, right? Take it easy for a morning or an afternoon? If he would stop with the book, that would be one thing. But it’s not. It’s the newspaper in the morning. The Sports Illustrated in the afternoon. It’s the Reader’s Digest in every bathroom. It’s the ducking out to read in the garage. And don’t get me started on the crossword puzzles! So I was telling you about the Friends of the Milton Library. Well, most Friends

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groups collect a lot of books and then sell them one weekend a month at bargain prices. First Saturday of every month like clockwork, Alpharetta Friends have their book sale rain, shine or high water. But then they pack up and go home. This Milton Friends of the Library, however, is a different kind of critter. They don’t pack up and go home after a book sale. Don’t have to. You see, they built a barn right next door to hold them all. Must be 10,000 books in there if there’s one. And they were clever about it, too. Bob Meyers saw that the library was planning to tear down the old Dinsmore barn. If you know Bob, you know he has this thing for barns. He wrote a whole book about barns in North Fulton. Well, I say write; he took their pictures is what he did. Barns have character of their own. Anyway, he calls up City Councilman Bill Lusk, who just loves all things old, and Bob tells him what a terrible thing losing that old barn would be. Next thing you know they are organizing to save the lumber off that old barn to build it right back almost on the same spot, only next to the new Milton Library, which is already there now, too. I’m trying to get him off the caffeine, too. So they go and build up a new barn out of the old barn’s parts. That’s when the Friends of Milton Library say, well, if

you’ve got that barn now and it isn’t doing anything, why don’t you let us put our books in there till we can sell them? Bill and Bob said sure, and now there is this great white barn with something like 10,000 books in there. Well, maybe not all at once, but if you buy a book a day, you’ll have to come back 10,000 days to get them all. That’s a tad over 27 years. And all the money goes directly to the Milton Library for those little extras that just are not in the regular library budget. How dedicated are these Friends? They started selling books before ground broke on the new library. As I said, all the other libraries have Friends groups, too. But this is the only one I know of that built their own book barn. If you don’t believe me, just take a trip to see Milton’s library – which alone is worth the journey. And from where I live, it is so close. I can pop out and get back with some more books and she doesn’t know the difference. So whatever you do, just don’t tell My Lady Wife about me writing this all down because she will absolutely kill me. You see, she doesn’t read my columns, so I can pretty much say what I like, and what she doesn’t know is no harm, no foul. You are already so dead. I mean, it’s not like I can’t stop or anything. I could stop right now if I wanted to. You mean like put the book down and have a real conversation? Sure, I can do that. You want talk, I’ll talk. I could talk Donald Trump plumb to death. You want a conversation, let’s do it. OK, fine. You start. OK, fine! I’ll start. So … read any good books lately?

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Couple reflect on meeting, growing with Alpharetta branch By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Love takes many forms. For Ed and Mitzi Schepps, that form was the old Alpharetta Public Library. Each year for 24 years, the couple have returned to the library to celebrate how they met. Mitzi said they were both part of a bike ride in August 1991 that took riders through Alpharetta and the surrounding area. It began and ended in the parking lot of the Alpharetta Library on Mayfield Road. While Ed was a seasoned cyclist, Mitzi was a neophyte, struggling through the “easy” 18-mile ride. To top it off, when she finished, rain had set in. “I had no idea what I was doing,” Mitzi said. Rain-soaked, Mitzi finished the ride and pulled into the library parking lot. There, beneath his SUV’s hatchback, was Ed, eating Fig Newtons. Mitzi sought shelter and food

and the couple began to chat. By the end of the conversation (and food) Ed had asked Mitzi out on a date that evening. “She was into the outdoors,” said Ed about what attracted him to Mitzi. “That was a big thing for me. Biking was important, and she was a veterinarian and a smart woman.” The attraction was similar for Mitzi. “He was good looking, professional and an engineer,” she said. “I wasn’t looking for anything but I decided to take a chance anyway.” The rest, as they say, is history. After that first day in August 1991, they were engaged by the end of 1992 and married in September 1993. In those 24 years, much has changed, including moving from Alpharetta to East Cobb and having two sons. But they have not forgotten how and where they met – the Alpharetta Library. For their first anniversary,

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Ed and Mitzi Schepps first met at the old Alpharetta Public Library. Each year they come back to celebrate that day. Ed took Mitzi on a surprise trip back to the library for a picnic. She had forgotten the importance of the day, she said. But Ed had not. And every year since they have made a pilgrimage back to the library to spend the day, remember how they first met and take a photo of themselves by the library sign. This August may have been the final year to repeat this ritual. The library is closed, re-

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Fulton Schools dedicates new North Center Building will host board meetings, teacher training By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com Officials with the Fulton County School System formally opened the system’s North Learning Center on Sept. 8 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by staff, school board members and local dignitaries. The building, located at 450 Northridge Parkway in Sandy Springs, has actually been occupied by Fulton Schools since last spring, but officials waited until all departments had relocated to the new site for the official dedication. The North Learning Center serves as the North Fulton site for school board meetings, as well as the location for professional development trainings, the FCSTV cable and broadcast studio, and the Central, North-

east and Northwest Learning Community offices. During the opening remarks, Interim Superintendent Kenneth Zeff noted the North Learning Center is one of three new buildings that now house all administrative functions of the Fulton School System. Previously, six buildings served that purpose, but those old buildings were all closed to consolidate the functions into three new buildings, noted Zeff. “We went from 650,000 square feet in six buildings with an average age of 51 years, to 200,000 square feet in three new buildings, saving the taxpayer nearly $2 million dollars a year,” explained Zeff. “And these are the best kind of savings because we get them each year.” In addition to the North Learning Center, the main Administrative Center opened in March on Powers Ferry Road in Sandy Springs, and the South Learning Center is under construction in South Fulton.

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Enrollment exceeds forecast in middle, high schools Elementary schools continue declining trend By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. -- Enrollment numbers for the first month of school show system planners were nearly spot on with projections of how many students were enrolled in Fulton Schools, missing the target by less than one percentage point. But digging deeper into the data, wide misses were seen at a number of area schools. System wide, Fulton Schools projected 96,229 students for the 2015-16 school year. At the 20-day count – the first official census for the year – enrollment was 95,714, a difference of only 515 students from its projections across the district’s 105 schools. But for schools which exceeded projections, such as Milton High School which had 85 more students than expected on opening day, off-mark projections cause disruptions. Additional teachers must be hired, classes are reshuffled and staff

North Fulton Enrollment – First month count for 2015-16 school year ( ) indicates projected enrollment for current year SCHOOL 15-16 14-15 Count Enrollment Elementary* (*Includes Pre-K enrollment) Abbotts Hill 688 (706) 713 Alpharetta 565 (590) 571 Amana Charter 515 (478) 484 Barnwell 767 (806) 801 Birmingham Falls 727 (727) 730 Cogburn Woods 920 (956) 917 Crabapple Crossing 800 (787) 787 Creek View 973 (966) 970 Dolvin 857 (872) 873 Esther Jackson 570 (605) 599 Findley Oaks 656 (631) 672 Fulton Sunshine Charter 0 564 Hembree Springs 841 (905) 826 Hillside 647 (677) 689 Lake Windward 712 (679) 690 Manning Oaks 858 (907) 804 Medlock Bridge 700 (700) 672 Mimosa 1018 (1140) 1105 Mountain Park 844 (842) 849 New Prospect 471 (505) 509 Northwood 774 (754) 732 Ocee 769 (809) 793 River Eves 795 (818) 816 Roswell North 1036 (1034) 1028 Shakerag 787 (812) 825 State Bridge Crossing Elem 817 (802) 815 Summit Hill 724 (685) 713 Sweet Apple 726 (729) 713 Wilson Creek 803 (741) 786 NF ES Total 21,360 (21,656) 22,046 Fulton ES Total 43,223

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SCHOOL Middle Amana Charter Autrey Mill Crabapple Elkins Pointe Haynes Bridge Holcomb Bridge Hopewell Northwestern River Trail Taylor Road Webb Bridge NF MS Total System MS Total

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SCHOOL High Alpharetta Cambridge Centennial Chattahoochee Fulton Science Academy Independence Johns Creek Milton Northview Roswell NF HS Total System HS Total

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49,570 (49,442) 49,160 95,714 (96,229) 95,525

234 (225) 1413 (1411) 965 (950) 1119 (1117) 840 (863) 792 (769) 1433 (1443) 1272 (1186) 1143 (1101) 1335 (1398) 1273 (1379) 11,819 (11,644) 20,098

2031 (2006) 1988 (1949) 1949 (1874) 1954 (2001) 0 197 (225) 2072 (2052) 2175 (2096) 1903 (1916) 2122 (2023) 16,391 (16,142) 32,393

217 1381 939 1132 752 826 1343 1334 1400 1043 1379 11,749

2055 1788 1865 1876 268 208 2016 2009 1921 2075 16,092

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Redistricting meetings set for Roswell elementary schools New Ga. 9 school prompts adjustments for next year By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — After tabling further discussion and action last spring on revised attendance lines for elementary schools in Roswell, the Fulton County Board of Education will restart the process this fall with two additional community forums on Nov. 5 and Dec. 3. Revised zones are needed in Roswell to populate the new elementary school on Ga. 9 next school year. That school is complete, but is currently the temporary home for Esther Jackson Elementary while the former school building is torn down and rebuilt. Next August, Esther Jackson will return to its permanent home. Last year, system planners attempted to redraw both middle school and elementary lines during one community forum process. While the middle school lines were approved and put into place this year, the elementary lines were tabled until this year after strong pushback from community members. Former school board member Linda Schultz of Roswell questioned the need to adjust lines where none were needed, impacting too many schools and students, and asked district planners to take another

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Following the two rounds of public comment, staff will recommend a map to the Fulton Board of Education, which is expected to approve the final map in February. Parents will receive a notice of school placement in the spring, with new lines going into effect in August 2016. look at the map. School staff also wanted to wait until choice options for students are finalized by the school board. Those options, which could include Montessori, dual immersion or charter schools, would impact available space at area schools. The redistricting process for the Ga. 9 school will be abbreviated, with only two meetings this year instead of the customary three. Yngrid HuffJones, chief planner for Fulton Schools, noted the comments received from last year are still valid and will be used as the starting point moving forward. “We will look to the community for help and guidance in this process,” said Huff-Jones. She said the thousands

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of comments received during last year’s process are available for review on the system’s website. The same process that has been used since 2000 in redrawing attendance zones will be in place, guided by primary and secondary criteria. Primary criteria includes geographic proximity, instructional capacity and projected enrollment. Jones-Huff said about 70 percent of decisions can be made using primary criteria. But for those 30 percent where the decisions are not clear-cut, planners will look to secondary criteria. Those include traffic patterns, previous rezonings, special programs (such as special education and ESOL) and

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Round One: Nov. 5, 7-9 p.m. at Esther Jackson Elementary School (Ga. 9 ES Site) Staff will bring proposed maps developed following redistricting meetings held in fall 2014. Participants will comment on strengths and weaknesses of each plan in facilitated small-group discussions. Round Two: Dec. 3, 7-9 p.m. at Esther Jackson Elementary School (Ga. 9 ES Site) Participants will review and provide input on revised attendance zone maps in facilitated small-group discussions. Staff will use comments to develop final attendance zone options for Board consideration. Anyone unable to attend the meetings in person can provide comment online through the redistricting website (http://www.fultonschools.org/en/divisions/ops/plan/ Pages/Redistricting.aspx) after Nov. 5. school feeder alignment. Following the two rounds of public comment, staff will recommend a map to the Fulton Board of Education, which is expected to approve the final map in February. Parents will receive a notice of school

placement in the spring, with new lines going into effect in August 2016. Huff-Jones said rising fifth-graders will be allowed to stay in their home school if redistricted, provided parents provide transportation.

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Fourth grade teacher Steve Johnson barters with students Sophie Smith and Maddie Roach. Also shown is Assistant Principal Cathy Massett bartering with students.

Creek View holds Native American ‘potlach’ ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The fourth grade students at Creek View Elementary School celebrated a Native American potlatch ceremony Friday, Aug. 28. The students created authentic Native American crafts and used them to learn about

bartering, opportunity costs and Native American culture. The students had fun participating in this activity and left the ceremony with a variety of crafts made by other students. — Isabelle Nguyen

time is focused on placing kids where they need to be. Higher than expected student counts were also seen at Hembree Springs Elementary in Roswell, with 62 more than projected, and at Summit Hill Elementary in Milton which opened its doors to 39 more students than anticipated. On the opposite end, a number of schools had far fewer students than expected, including Barnwell, New Prospect and Manning Oaks elementary schools which opened with 34 to 50 fewer students than projected—the equivalent of two classrooms of kids. In North Fulton, elementary schools came in nearly 300 students below projection, while middle and high schools saw 420 above forecasts. Yngrid Jones-Huff, chief planner for Fulton Schools said declines in elementary numbers were predicted but a new state charter school may have also played a role in an even steeper decline this year. “The state’s International Charter School which opened in Roswell pulled a large number of students from specific schools,” explained JonesHuff. “It’s a dual immersion

The middle and high school increases are most likely an indicator of residential sales and resales in the region.” YNGRID JONES-HUFF chief planner for Fulton Schools program… [and] I speculate this school opening may have impacted our elementary schools.” She noted the actual cause for the variation cannot be determined until an analysis is done based on each student’s “geocode.” The rise in middle and high school enrollment is likely tied to a more robust real estate market in North Fulton. “The middle and high school increases are most likely an indicator of residential sales and resales in the region,” said Jones-Huff. “Because of the price points in far North Fulton, more mature families with older children are attracted to this region versus newer starting families with younger children.”

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Faculty, staff Pisgah School’s mission 100%

Hillside Elementary School teacher Stephanie Schmidt and her husband, Tim, visit the World of Coca-Cola for its annual Educator Open House on Aug. 29. At the Open House, Georgia educators learn about the educational features and field trip opportunities at area attractions including the World of Coca-Cola, where they can satisfy hundreds of Common Core Standards.

JOHNS CREEK, GA – Mount Pisgah Christian School is pleased to announce that for the fourth consecutive year, faculty and staff have reached 100 percent participation in the Annual Fund. Every employee gave to help further the school’s mission to provide the students a college-preparatory education grounded in Christian faith and values. From the Head of School to the teachers and coaches to the facilities crew who keep the campus beautiful, Mount Pisgah Christian School’s faculty and staff are sending a clear message that they understand how important Annual Fund gifts are to Mount Pisgah. The Annual Fund is a nec-

essary component of funding an independent school and is a source of institutional pride. Monies raised support many initiatives including the annual spiritual retreat for students in grades 6 12, ongoing professional development for faculty and coaches, campus security, an on-site registered nurse, technology, art supplies, a state-of-theart learning management system and competitive salaries to attract and retain the best teachers and coaches. Mount Pisgah Christian School serves children ages six weeks to 12th grade. For more information, visit experiencepisgah.org or call 678-336-3443.

Teachers explore Atlanta attractions ROSWELL, Ga. — Going back to school doesn’t have to mean that summer fun is over. Teachers from Alpharetta and Roswell discovered that on Saturday, Aug. 29 as they visited the Educator Open House hosted by the World of Coca-Cola, Georgia Aquarium and the National Center for Civil and Human Rights. At the open house, educators from across Georgia received complimentary admission to learn more about the

attractions’ educational features and field trip opportunities. At the World of Coca-Cola, Georgia teachers are able to fulfill hundreds of Common Core Standards in areas like social studies and English/language arts with the World of CocaCola’s teacher toolkits. The attraction also hosts hundreds of field trips a year. — Jonathan Copsey

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City, Altobeli’s partner in seniors’ dinner & movie City listens to resident’s call for more olderadult programs By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Remember when dinner and a movie meant “date night” and not pizza and HBO? Johns Creek resident Ronnie Koppelman does and she has enlisted the Johns Creek Recreation and Parks Department to help bring back date night for the 62-and-older set. “The city has a lot of activities for older adults at the city’s older adult center Park Place in Newtown Park. But almost all of their events are during the day. There are a lot of older adults who are in full retirement and still working,” Koppelman said. “I believe there are a large number of people out there who would love a night out, particularly on a Saturday night.” Koppelman went last spring to the Johns Creek Recreation and Parks Department and they agreed to sponsor a Sunday afternoon foreign film festival. Now Koppelman is back for the return of date night with dinner and a movie. She met with Assistant City

Manager Kimberly Greer and the owners of Altobeli’s Restaurant & Piano Bar. They have agreed to a dinner and a movie program Saturday, Sept. 26, for residents 62 and older. “We like getting ideas from the public about what they are interested in. We tried a foreign movie festival in the spring and got some results. So we listened and decided to try it with a movie,” Greer said. Altobeli’s will offer a free entrée if one is bought at full price the evening of Sept. 26 to those who produce a flier from Park Place or this article from the newspaper as a token that they plan to attend the movie. The movie is the Indian film, “Monsoon Wedding,” (Rated R), a romantic comedy in English. Koppelman said she was pleased that the city has responded to her request. But then she felt like they should. “They should have programs that appeal to older adults who are still working. And not everyone likes cooking classes or bocce ball,” she said. “I think it is because they are all young in that department. They should have people in their 60s planning for people in their 60s,” Koppelman said. And if they don’t, well, they have Koppelman to give them some good ideas.

‘After SELMA’ photo exhibit opens ATLANTA, Ga. -The Atlanta Celebrates Photography is a hosting a new exhibit showcasing graduate SCAD photographer Joshua Rashaad McFadden’s work of photos entitled “After Selma” His showcase is being held at the Dunwoody Spruill Arts Gallery. The reception opened the exhibition on Sept. 17, at the Dunwoody Spruill Gallery. The show included photos of McFadden attending in the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery march. Photographer McFadden is a visual storyteller whose work illuminates similarities between the civil rights movement of the 1960s and the demonstrations of the new millennium. McFadden’s photography depicts the passion, anger and sadness of recent events in America, while at the same time showing the hope, strength and unity of a nation. McFadden was recently awarded a “Top 50 Emerging Talent 2015” honor by LensCulture, for the After SELMA series. The “After SELMA” exhibition runs from Sept. 17- Oct. 24, 2015 at the Dunwoody Spruill Gallery, 4681 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody. -Isabelle Nguyen

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Wild times at Autrey Mill fundraiser Event uses best assets as backdrop for gala evening By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – It was a perfect late-summer evening Sept. 12 for patrons of Wild about Autrey Mill, a fundraiser to benefit the Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center. And more than 100 enjoyed the food, the music and the unique atmosphere. With 46 acres to wander around in, there was more than enough room for everyone. After touring the Summerour House, a 19th century country farmhouse, there was time to look in on the other buildings comprising Heritage Village. Patrons could walk into the old Warsaw Church, sit in the pews of the 1860s church and watch the light play on the original stained-glass windows. The church began as a Moravian campground around 1822. It was moved from its site on Medlock Bridge Road to Heritage Village in 2004 and is the location for the popular Autrey Mill Unplugged concert series. Tickets are still available for the

Sept. 26 concert with James Lochar (Dr. Jams), vocalist and equally adept on mandolin, guitar, harmonica and keyboard. Heritage Village also features the G.W. Green Family Store, built in the 1920s. The store was located at the corner of Old Alabama and Buice roads and was moved to Autrey Mill in October 2004. The store operated from the 1920s until 1958, during which time it provided staples as well as a gathering place for area residents to catch up on local news. Numerous old items were found in the store, including ledgers detailing all the years the store served local families. Some items are on display in the store, but most are stored until there is funding to evaluate, catalog and properly preserve these uniquely historical items. Autrey Mill Board President Karen Daniel said the fundraiser was a complete success, not only in terms of raising funds but in introducing new visitors to the site. Don Mairose, former board member and now a member of the Autrey Mill Advisory Board, said the preserve is unique in that, in addition to two miles of hiking trails, it also has ongoing education programs about

Autrey Mill Nature Preserve board member Anderson Marshall takes a hands-on approach with the facility’s albino Texas rat snake. the flora and fauna native to Georgia, animals on display and a science lab that is interactive for young visitors to use. “The Heritage Village is really the icing for what we have here,” Mairose said. Autrey Mill Director Wade Chandler said the property is a hive of activity almost yearround. It is especially popular

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with the Boy Scouts as some 30 Eagle projects are underway on the property. “Autrey Mill touches the community in so many ways with our trails, our history and our science,” said Chandler. “And we are always looking for more ways to serve Johns Creek.”

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Ruth’s Chris hosts open house Will soon open for lunch By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – What is the best way for an upscale restaurant known for dinner to sell itself for new lunch offerings? By holding an open house, complete with food samples. That is what the Alpharetta Ruth’s Chris Steak House did Sept. 18 to announce their plans to begin opening for lunch. Opening their doors to local businesses, chambers of commerce and city officials, Ruth’s Chris had an impressive array of their famous food on hand all while showing of their varied event space, which they say is perfect for any occasion. Each of the five event rooms was decorated by a different designer to highlight a purpose of the space. One room had a wedding reception, another featured a holiday party, yet another was set up as a boardroom meeting space. “We can do anything from business luncheons to board meetings or holding wedding receptions,” said Kelsey Lynch,

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business power lunch.” She said the lunch offerings at Ruth’s Chris were “more upscale at a very good price point.” “At the end of the day, these are the people who will continue to visit us,” Lynch said. “We wanted local Alpharetta companies to come see us so that the next event they plan they will do here.” For more about Ruth’s Chris Alpharetta, visit them online at www.RuthsChris. net. The restaurant is located at 11655 Haynes Bridge Road, Alpharetta.

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Members of the Friends of the Milton Library officially open the new barn, housing books they will sell to fund programming at the library.

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MILTON, Ga. – With appropriate fanfare, the Friends of the Milton Library opened their new home Sept. 12 beside the Friends managed to save some Milton Library. Fitting for Milof the wood from the barns ton, it’s a large, white barn. and incorporated that into the The barn housing the new structure. Friends also contains nearly The new barn was con10,000 used structed in large books waitpart by City ing to be sold. Councilmember The money and one of the from their sale Friends’ foundwill go to help ers, Bill Lusk. programming at “This far the library. exceeds what “I can’t think we had hoped,” of any place said Liz Hausmore approprimann, county ate,” said Bob commissioner. Meyers, a local “This [barn] is historian and spectacular.” author of a book To comLIZ HAUSMANN on the area’s memorate the County commissioner historic barns. event, the Sons The Dinof the Amerismore family can Revolution used to own the land. It was donated framed copies of the a farm when they bought it Constitution and the Articles in 1945. T. R. Dinsmore (the of Confederation. Ice cream “T.R.” stands for Teddy Roosand root beer floats were also evelt) worked in the brick store offered during the opening-day that sits at the corner of Craceremonies. bapple Road and Birmingham The library and barn are Highway. located at 855 Mayfield Road, On the original 8.5 acres Milton. of property there sat a homeFor more information about stead and two barns. When the Friends, hours and how to the county bought the property get involved, visit them online and a library was built, the at www.miltonlibraryfriends. barns were torn down. The org.

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Man gets second wind, celebrates jazzy life Thanks to 'Second Wind Dreams' By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – For Roswell resident Chuck Coe, being 99 years old isn’t so bad. The Indiana native lives in the Elmcroft senior living community off Marietta Highway in Roswell. Several of his children live in the Atlanta area, and, on Sept. 15, he was treated to a 1940s-themed party. Vocalist Amber Brooke performed for Coe. A local singer, her favorite era to perform is the ’40s, perfect for Coe. Dancing and champagne were on the menu for the evening as the residents of Elmcroft were given the chance to cut a rug as photographs of Coe's life were played on a TV in the background. The event was thanks to Second Wind Dreams, a Roswell-based group that doles out wishes from seniors’ bucket lists. “We come into long-term facilities to see the beauty of

our elders,” said P.K. Beville, founder of Second Wind Dreams. “In order to get to know the elders, we get to do something with them as well as for them.” For Coe, his dream was reliving his college days of the 1930s. In those days at Purdue University, Coe headed the campus orchestra, the “Purduvians.” He lived for music, said family members who attended his party. The sax was his main instrument, but he also played the clarinet and the flute. “He has a lot of music in his life,” said Coe's daughter, Carol Sargent, who lives in the Atlanta area. “It was everything. He and mom danced when they first met and the band helped him get through school.” He met his wife, Ruth, at Purdue and the two only separated with Ruth’s death last year. The ’30s were similarly memorable for Ruth, who knew

Roswell resident Chuck Coe, 99, bottom right, celebrated his life by having a jazz party Sept. 15 at the Elmcroft senior living community with his family. His dream granted was thanks to Second Wind Dreams. and was friends with one of her professors – aviator Amelia Earhart. Coe and Ruth enjoyed square dancing, a hobby they continued as long as they could. He served in France and Belgium during World War II, even playing music for the troops. He developed a fondness for photography, and had a photo developing studio in his home that he would frequently use. Christmas cards from the family were often personalized. He wondered aloud at his party where so many photographs of him and his youth were found to be shown to the guests. His family had a hand in that, they said. “Thank you,” said Coe to his guests. “I sure appreciate

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Coe’s dream to relive his jazzy youth coincided with National Second Wind Dreams Day. Around the country, more than 100 dreams were being granted for seniors, thanks to Second Wind Dreams. “We are fulfilling the dreams for seniors,” said Doreen Scascitelli, CEO of Second Wind Dreams. “A lot of dreams have been given. They are given daily around the world.” She said Second Wind Dreams averages 6.5 dreams granted each day for seniors around the globe, “from the simple to sublime.” For more about Second Wind Dreams, visit them at www.secondwind.org.

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Kathryn Stockett talks second book, rejection letters and being vilified By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Kathryn Stockett was so glad she started a conversation about race in America that, when she received over 60 rejection letters for “The Help,” it didn’t bother her. “You have to hang in there if you’re a writer and you have to get used to rejection,” Stockett said. “The criticism never really bothered me. I was just happy people were having a conversation about a topic they might not have wanted to talk about. It’s hard to start a conversation about race. But when you put a book on a table and talk about the book in relation to race, it makes it a little bit easier.” The 46-year-old Mississippi native visited Forsyth County Sept. 15 to talk about her bestselling novel and her future plans as part of the Forsyth Reads Together program. Hundreds of fans packed a Lanier Tech conference room to hear Stockett talk with her colorful language about her debut novel that went on to sell over five million copies and spend more than 100 weeks on the New York Times’ best-seller list. “The Help” revolves around an aspiring author writing a book from the point of view of black maids during the civil rights movement of the 1960s in Mississippi. Often readers and fans of

“The Help” will tell Stockett their maids were “part of the family.” “Start that conversation with a person of color,” Stockett said. “I know you do everything in your mind and set of parameters to treat someone fairly. But that is a phrase that is your perception and might not be the person’s perception that worked for you. Or it might be and she may have felt very fortunate to be part of your family. But I like for people to be mindful of what they say.” Having said it so many times herself, Stockett said she stopped herself and really examined it. “The way you treat someone and the way they feel like they’re being treated could be two very different things,” she said. Discussing the film adaptation of “The Help,” Stockett said the story of how Tate Taylor came to direct and produce the movie is a memorable one and is deeply rooted in her own childhood growing up in Mississippi. She and Taylor were childhood friends who stuck together as outcasts in high school. He even inspired the notable “chocolate pie” scene, something Taylor wanted to leave out of the movie. “Tate is the kind of guy who will do and say anything,” Stockett said. “I got the idea of chocolate pie from Tate taking a leak in his stepfather’s Listerine. He said we couldn’t do the pie scene because it

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Kathryn Stockett speaks to a full house about her novel, “The Help.” was too much. It was funny to me that someone who has so much nerve would be grossed out by that.” But influence from Steven Spielberg encouraged Taylor to keep one of the book’s pivotal plot lines. Spielberg’s mother read “The Help” and asked him to make the film happen. So Spielberg, a principal partner of DreamWorks, called Taylor and the rest is history. It is a history, however, that has not been without hardship. One of the most unfortunate parts of the journey, Stockett said, occurred when Ablene Cooper, the longtime nanny for Stockett’s brother, filed a $75,000 lawsuit against the author in 2011. Stockett said Cooper thought a charac-

ter in the book was intended to be her. “I liked the ring and syllables in the name,” Stockett said. “I think I hurt her because she felt like it was about her. I regret that. If I had known it would hurt someone the way I did, I would have changed the name.” Stockett insists the book is fiction and the similarity in names was merely coincidental. Despite that controversy, Stockett still credits maids of the ’60s for helping white children go against the norm of the time and grow up not racist. “The gift these women, usually of color maybe Hispanic or white, but anybody who takes the time and gives a gift of kindness to a child, you’re

teaching them something,” Stockett said. “You’re shaping their life and outlook for life.” As for when her next book will be finished, Stockett said it will probably take her five years. So far, she knows the setting is in Oxford, Mississippi, during the Great Depression. “People really stuck together but you heard awful stories of people starving to death,” Stockett said. “I’m trying to write a story of a group of mostly women in a family who lost everything. I want to show just how desperate a woman can become and how far she will go to keep her home.” For information on the next Forsyth Reads Together program, visit http://www. forsythpl.org/.

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Jacobi 8-year-old Black Belt winner ROSWELL, Ga. - America’s Taekwondo Association held its held semi- annual black belt testing Saturday, Sept. 12 at Blessed Trinity High School. Eight-year-old Taekwondo student Drake Jacobi, was able to compete. Drake had to endure multiple parts of rigorous testing to obtain this highest belt. The first parts of the testing was a timed three mile run, which he completed in twenty eight minutes. After the run, Drake had to correctly complete a fitness test which included 30 push-ups and 50 situps. This portion of his testing also included various kicks and punches which had to be done within 5 minutes. He also had to complete a comprehensive written exam. After the exam, Drake was judged on his Form performance which consisted of 41 sequential moves, two sparring competitions, and had to break two boards. He is one the youngest children to obtain a black belt and pass all areas of testing in the competition. To top it off, Drake got the chance to meet the Grandmaster Soon Ho Lee. Lee leads the world’s largest martial arts organization, the American Taekwondo Association since 1977. —Iabelle Nguyen

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Drake Jacobi poses with Grandmaster Soon Ho Lee. Jacobi recently earned his black belt, making him one of the youngest with the degree.

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5 Fabulous fall fashion trends for 1940...er 2015 By LORI WYNNE ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Finding fresh and fabulous fall trends can be flummoxing, even for designers who create them. Often they find their inspiration from styles or people from the past. I couldn’t help but notice the fall 2015 runway fashions were filled with designs that are reminiscent of styles from the 1940s. Here are some of my favorite fall trends that can be used in 2015: Fur stole: Whether you choose real or faux, a fur stole is a great way to celebrate the fact you survived the steamy hot summer and are ready to embrace the cooler fall temperatures. Fur stoles can be dressed up or down. Wear them with your favorite denim jeans, leather pants or cocktail dress. Look for a comfy sweater with a long fur stole attached down the front for instant on-trend fashion. At the Atlanta Apparel Mart, I saw some wonderful infinity scarves with ombre dyed fur in a neutral blush color that would be a great fashion staple this fall. Fringe: It’s everywhere! On handbags, ponchos, sweater jackets and jewelry. Fringe creates visual interest without adding bulk. While wearing fringe, you can’t help but feel more fluid in your movements. You must include fringe in your wardrobe this season. My personal favorite is the Freya fringe necklace by Stella & Dot. Flounce hems: The designers are listening to the consumers who do not feel comfortable in pencil skirts. Frankly, I think they are bored with creating fashion around this staid wardrobe basic. Flounce hems

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are fun and playful, yet the designers have toned them down to be worn with coordinating tailored jackets for work. Look for them in suiting fabrics, tweeds and denim. Faceted jewelry: Bling is back! Get out your grandmother’s brooches, large clip-on earrings and statement necklaces with faceted stones. If you didn’t inherit any from your grandma, check out Stella & Dot’s wonderful choices in updated mixed metals that can be used with any color scheme. Don’t wait for a gala or a night out at the symphony to wear it. Pair it with your casual outfits as well. Fabulous “granny” shoes: Finally, a break from those “hoochie mama” stacked sole heels that no one could wear for any length of time, let alone walk in them properly. The designers Stuart Weitzman, Salvatore Ferragamo and Tory Burch give us plenty of options that are super fashionable and super comfortable. The heels are lower and a “proper” width on pumps and feminine loafers. Your granny would be proud to see you wearing such a sensible shoe. Look for the updated versions in metallic tones and unusual colors to make it your own style in 2015. Final tip: To look seasonally appropriate and comfortable in the fall even if the temperature still feels like summer, wear lightweight fabrics in deeper colors. For example, black or brown linen pants, lightweight silk or polyester flowing blouses in marsala, navy, olive, etc. Put away your thin strappy sandals. Instead, choose sandals with wider straps in darker colors or a peep-toe bootie.

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Hub: Center a clearinghouse for help with addiction, mental health Continued from Page 1 ence. Underneath the affluent veneer of North Fulton’s wellmanicured lawns and countryclub memberships, many families are dealing with the same issues that affect households all over the country – coping with the pressures of work or school, the availability and abuse of prescription drugs and the demons of mental illness. Families rarely know where to turn when such reverses hit their homes. The Hub can be that important first step in leading them to the help they need, Brommet said. “Our motto is ‘For the community, by the community,’” he said. The Hub Family Resource Center was founded with one mission: to provide a one-stop gateway to a range of resources for a variety of agencies working with the public, such as: • Police departments • Schools • Courts and probation services • Fire departments • Hospital emergency rooms The Hub is headquartered in a trim, unassuming house at 11075 State Bridge Road. It is a place where North Fulton residents can come to meet with resource specialists who can assess their needs and refer them to appropriate and trusted service providers in the community. “It will be a place where families and individuals can meet in safe surroundings with no stigma attached,” Brommet said. “They will meet with resources specific to their needs who will listen but not judge.” People won’t receive counseling at The Hub but they will be connected to existing programs designed to meet their needs. The Hub in turn works with police and fire personnel, the hospitals, courts and

I wish it were not as needed as it is. In the northern suburbs, people tend to think we don’t have these problems that other communities do. But in some ways, better-off communities have problems others don’t have.” MIKE BODKER Johns Creek mayor probation offices. “They will all have our phone number,” he said. “And we will be the front door to all the available resources which can then take it from there.” As The Hub grows, additional programs will be offered, such as parenting classes and support groups in what The Hub is calling Family Life University, Brommet said. Classes and parent education will be offered to help parents deal with their children’s addiction. “People often tell us they have been told to get help, but don’t know what kind of help they need or where to get it, or who they can trust. We will serve as a hub and connecting point to mental-wellness service providers and resources. We look forward to serving the

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The Hub Director Remco Brommet, left, and Fulton County Commission Chairman John Eaves are glad to see The Hub open its doors. North Fulton Community,” said Brommet. Fulton County Commission Chairman John Eaves said The Hub will play a vital role in providing assistance throughout Fulton County for families to deal with mental health issues and drugs. “The at-risk population transcends all socio-economic strata,” Eaves said. When Eaves held crime and safety summits in North Fulton, he said many of the questions raised centered on the issues of drug addiction and mental health. “The county wants to do what it can to help,” Eaves said. Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker said there is a need for

an organization like The Hub. “I wish it were not as needed as it is,” Bodker said. “In the northern suburbs, people tend to think we don’t have these problems that other communities do. But in some ways, better-off communities have problems others don’t have.” For instance, greater disposable income makes it easier to get introduced to drug addiction and easier to hide in some cases. The Hub will be a great asset to the North Fulton community, but in turn it will need the ongoing public support to do its job, Bodker said. Hub board member Freda Hardage said she got involved because she was concerned about what she sees happen-

ing in local neighborhoods. “I want to be part of doing something about that,” Hardage said. “At the Drake House [a program helping single moms with children] I saw a real need for this.” Board member Bev Miller echoed those thoughts. “I see a need for this in our community,” Miller said. “From working at the [Emory Johns Creek] Hospital, I see how not only patients can be affected, but how it affects a whole family. “The more you get involved, the more you see what the need is,” he continued. “And the saddest part is people just don’t know where to go. Now there will be a place to send them.”

Grants provide funding for youth literacy programs Dollar General Literacy Foundation awards $107,650 in literacy grants GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — The Dollar General Literacy Foundation awarded $107,650 to area schools, nonprofits and literacy organizations Sept. 10 to enhance and support youth literacy and education programs. These grant awards are part of more than $4 million in grants awarded today to approximately 870 schools, nonprofits and organizations throughout the 43 states Dollar General serves. Local award recipients include: • Sugar Hill Elementary School, Gainesville, $3,500

• Next Generation Focus, Inc., Cumming, $3,500 • Independence High School, Alpharetta, $500 “At Dollar General, our mission is serving others and we are committed to making a difference in people’s lives through the support of literacy initiatives and educational programs in the communities we call home,” said Todd Vasos, Dollar General’s CEO. “These grants fill a critical need in our communities by providing a timely funding boost at the beginning of the school year for the enhancement of literacy

These grants fill a critical need in our communities by providing a timely funding boost at the beginning of the school year for the enhancement of literacy programs.” TODD VASOS CEO Dollar General

programs.” These youth literacy grants are awarded at the beginning of the academic year in an effort to give teachers, schools and organizations a great start with the funding and resources they need for the upcoming school

year. A complete list of grant recipients may be found online at www.dgliteracy.org. Grant applications for adult, family, summer and youth literacy grants will be available in Jan. 2016.

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Alpharetta mulls old library use Arts, teen center options By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – When the county opened a new public library as part of the Alpharetta

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“This area is shaping up to be the arts area of Alpharetta,” said Wendi Schutt, a member of the city's Recreation and Parks Commission. Neighboring city Roswell has invested heavily in the arts, with its own performing arts center and gallery. “There is a need for this [arts center],” said resident Loretta Paraguassu. “This can be a safe place to perform. Art does something for the soul but we have to go to Roswell or downtown.” The Alpharetta Police Athletic League asked to be given use of the site for its afterschool programming for needy kids. Temporarily housed in the Milton Center, PAL is looking for a permanent space. A second public meeting will be held in the next few weeks, Perry said, to give members of the community more chances for input. For updates, visit www. alpharetta.ga.us.

DEATH NOTICES Claire Lucille Akins, 68, of Cumming, passed away September 14, 2015. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Barbara Louise Bennett, 77, of Alpharetta, passed away September 11, 2015. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Jack Douglas Curlee, 93, of Atlanta, passed away September 10, 2015. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Charles W. Dean, 89, of Alpharetta, passed away September 13, 2015. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Lonnie Wilburn Hamrick, 69, of Cumming, passed away September 8, 2015. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. George E. Payne, 81, of Cumming, passed away September 11, 2015. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Esther Schwartz, 92, of Suwanee, passed away September 8, 2015. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Betsy L. Scranton, 96, of Cumming, passed away September 13, 2015. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

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Olens: Continued from Page 5 It really is a short step from buying prescription drugs illicitly, he said, to going on to heroin, which is cheaper and easier to find. “Heroin has become more socially acceptable now, because you don’t have to inject it anymore. You can smoke it or sniff it,” Olen said. Addressing the Centennial students, Olens told them that in the last 15 years, the pre-

scriptions for opioid drugs have quadrupled. The biggest misuse by doctors is to prescribe them for postsurgical pain. “They should only be prescribed for chronic pain. My son came home from college after having gum surgery and showed me a prescription for hydrocodone, an opioid. He shouldn’t have given my son that prescription. That is what aspirin and Aleve are for,” Olens said. “As a child my parents knew just how much was in the liquor cabinet, but we never had discussions about what

Blotter: Continued from Page 2 edly coming to Alpharetta simply to fraudulently buy a computer. According to police, the suspect, Travis M. LaPage, 32, of Matthews, North Carolina, went to the Apple store in North Point Mall and agreed to purchase a $1,229 Mac computer. He offered to pay by check. LaPage allegedly presented a check and ID that identified him as another North Carolina man. Staff became suspicious of the check, as LaPage did not take out a checkbook, but had just the single check on him. A call to the bank con-

was in the medicine cabinet.” Also society talks a great deal about the dangers of illegal drugs. But prescribed drugs can be just as dangerous, Olens said. Olens brought a panel of experts with him to help drive home the reality of illicit drug use. Georgia Bureau of Investigation Special Agent Agie George talked about the realities of getting arrested. GBI Chemical Section Manager Deneen Kilcrease explained what the drugs do to the body and their addictive nature.

firmed it was fake. Police searched LaPage and found on him another driver’s license and U.S. passport, each bearing his real name, as well as two bus tickets – one from Charlotte, North Carolina, to Norcross, taken Sept. 10, and one for later that day, Sept. 12, back to Charlotte. LaPage was charged for first-degree forgery and fourth-degree forgery.

Spending spree using fake checks ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The Apple Store at North Point Mall was the site of another forgery Aug. 28, when a man allegedly used a fake check to buy $1,200 in merchandise from the store, as well as

Fulton Superior Court Judge Todd Markle explained that drug use often ends with jail time. In Georgia, one person in 13 is either in jail or on parole. Many of those incarcerated are for drugs or for committing crimes to get money for drugs. “Georgia spends more money on its prison system than it does on education,” Markle said. No one sets out to be a drug addict, he said. But ask any addict what his worst decision in a lifetime of bad decisions was and they all say the same thing.

several other stores in the mall. Police were called to the mall after employees of the Apple store told them a man had attempted to buy $1,213 in goods from the store using an “obviously fraudulent” credit card. Dukpe Smith-Obasuyi, 25, of Atlanta, allegedly used a Green Dot prepaid card and made it look like a credit card. When police arrived and found Smith-Obasuyi, he was talking on a cell phone and, when he spotted them, allegedly said into the phone “Cops, the cops, cops.” He declined to speak with police. In his possession were two shopping bags from Dillards and Von Maur, the items in which were reportedly bought using the fake credit card. They were valued at $1,300.

“It was doing drugs that first time.” Soon after, it is the drugs that are making the decisions. That was echoed by Eric Miller. He was the most charming speaker, the one to whom the students paid the most attention. He is a recovering addict. He told how drugs slowly took over his life until one day he found the strength to go to Alcoholics Anonymous. Now he lives with his addiction one day at a time. In the end, he realized he knew there were only three choices left: AA, jail or death.

Smith-Obasuyi was arrested for fourth-degree forgery.

Landlord out rent ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A landlord is out his rent after someone broke into his car and stole the money Sept. 5. The landlord told police he was collecting money from his tenants on Plymouth Lane. The money was placed in a bankdeposit bag in his car. After he collected rent from several tenants – in total, $3,830 in either cash or money orders – he began doing yard work on his properties. A half-hour later he returned to his car and found a window smashed and the money bag missing.

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Hair Stylists, aestheticians, makeup artists, lash experts. Now hiring! The all-new Alter Ego Luxury Beauty Salon, 13085 Highway 9 North, Suite 425, Milton GA 30004. Call now: 404-2269409, michelle@ alteregossalons.com

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Part-time Sawnee EMC Custodial/ Grounds-Keeper (part time) for janitorial & grounds maintenance work. Requires some heavy lifting, high school diploma or equivalency and a valid GA driver’s license. Related experience with outdoor maintenance equipment preferred. Availability for alternate shift assignments and irregular work hours. Applicants must complete an application form prior to 5 PM, September 28, 2015. Apply online: www.sawnee. com or application forms available at 543 Atlanta Hwy, Cumming GA 30040. Sawnee Electric Membership Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of Females, Minorities, Veterans and Disabled. Drug-Free Workplace.

JOHNS CREEK The Falls of Autry Mills Subdivision, 325 Falls Ridge Cover 30022. Saturday 9/26 and Sunday 9/27, 9am-3pm. Living room, dinette room, medical equipment, elliptical machine, washer/ dryer, TV, refrigerator, miscellaneous

Garage Sale MILTON Several families. Laurel Grove Subdivision, 15470 Laurel Grove Drive 30004. Friday 9/25, 8am-5pm, and Saturday 9/26, 8am-4pm. Kitchen, baby golfs, home decor’, electronics, furniture, bedding, jewelry, clothing, shoes accessories. Promo samples (backpacks, gym bags, school supplies) much more!

ROSWELL Willow Springs Neighborhood Sale: 2500 Old Alabama Road. Friday 9/25 and Saturday 9/26, 8am-2pm. Large 700+ home community. For more info, call 404502-7006 ROSWELL Martins Landing, 9718 North Pond Circle 30076. Friday 9/25, Saturday 9/26, 8am-4pm. Furniture, household items and MUCH MORE! ALPHARETTA Multi-family. Windward Southlake/Peace Creek Trace. Friday 9/25, Saturday 9/26, 8am-2:30pm. JOHNS CREEK 165 Chessington Drive 30022. Saturday 9/26, 8am-1pm. Furniture, household, name-brand clothes...

European wardrobe/ armoire, single door, beveled mirror, 84”hX 21”dX37”w. $700. Photos. 678-549-6057.

Building Supplies VELUX SKYLIGHTS, used. (Eight, 21”x44”, two miscellaneous sizes). $475/all. 770992-6848 leave message DECORATIVE DORIC COLUMN, new, 12”dx8’t, $160. 770-521-5335

Cemetery A R L I N G T O N , Garden-C, Lot 61 Sandy Springs. Asking $2500 negotiable. 770-993-4065 Greenlawn Cemetery: 4 side-by-side lots, Fountain B: Sell all or separate. $2400/lot negotiable, list price $4999/lot. 770-475-5479 GREENLAWN/ ROSWELL Tranquility Garden, Spaces 1&2, lot 73-B. includes bronze name plaque included. $10,000/both. 770-4757808, 404-317-5209 Roswell-Greenlawn. Garden of Prayer overlooking lake with fountain. 4 plots. ivypaigereeder@gmail. com for more info and photos Greenlawn/Roswell Good Shepherd, 2 adjoining lots.$4500 each. 404-401-7269 Greenlawn/Roswell Beautiful serene setting! Garden of Prayer, 2 lots. Excellent buy! $2000 each, going rate $6595 each. 706-268-1884 Greenlawn/Roswell Section H, Fountain-A, Space #’s 3 & 4. $4000 each ($2000 savings!) 470-215-9055

JOHNS CREEK 20+ Family! Medlock Bridge Subdivision, just north of State Bridge and Medlock Bridge Roads. Friday 9/25 & Saturday 9/26, 8am-3pm. Furniture, clothing, miscellaneous

Peace Section 1-201D, 2-grave lot. $7000. Retailed $10,000. 7 7 0 - 5 6 9 - 0 0 8 3 . allenbachrach@yahoo. com

Yard Sale

Collectibles

ALPHARETTA Christ The Shepherd Lutheran Church, 4655 Webb Bridge Road, on the right before Webb Bridge Park. Saturday 9/26, 8am-12pm. HUGE! Furniture, toys, electronics, clothing, household, sports equipment, more! Food booth.

GREENLAWN ROSWELL

Thomas Kincaid print, sold out! Must sell. List $1605, asking $995, 678-584-5610 DOLLS, from 1966: 6 Barbies, 2 Teresa’s $20 each. 770-843-0362. Moveable Barbies, 5/ Teresa. 1993/1995. $10 each. 770-843-0362

Furniture Bentwood rocker, black and tan, wicker back and seat. $100. 404242-4022 CURIO CHINA CABINET, antique Queen Anne Mahogany $295/obo. 770-619-0042 Custom Laminate Shelves with 3 drawers (beige). 14’Lx8’Wx16”D. $700. 770-633-0107

Leather sectional in Rio Chinese Red (103x103”), 6 Extra Firm Cushions, Foam Pillow Tops. Excellent Condition! $995. 678591-0450 Camelback chest, refinished inside and out. $200. 404-242-4022

Sofa, Loveseat, China, Dining Table with 6 Chairs, Queen Bed, Armoire. Excellent condition, Must sell. $300 all. 678-6879921 DINING SET, Ethan Allen; 3 side chairs, 2 arm chairs, bench, 2 leaves $600. 770-664-2917 DINING SET: Round Ralph Lauren 60”d cherry table with 6 dark brown leather upholstered chairs. $750. 770-781-0961

LA-Z-BOYPOWER RECLINER: Tan fabric, like new! $450. 678297-1722 BABY BED; Collapses, foldable. Carrying bag. $40, 770-993-0835

Household ELECTROLUX DISHWASHER 4 years old. $350, new $1199.. Excellent condition! 770-6640111

Musical Instruments PLAYER PIANO: 1925 Lyon and Healy. Ebony. ivory keys. Completely rebuilt, mint! Bench, 20 rolls. Electric motor, pedal-driven. $4000. 770-653-7851

Recreation POOL TABLE, 8’ slate, excellent condition! Leather cover. $875. 404-386-5620 FOOSBALL TABLE: Heavy duty Sportcraft, $100. 678-339-0410

GOLF MEMORABILIA: Club Logo; balls and towels, etc. $295. 404-583-2078

POOL TABLE: Brunswick 8’. Three slates. Pool cues, pool rack, table light, Excellent condition. $1500. 678-339-0410

Bike Trainer: OPS, Fluid 2, 770-634-1033

Cycle $160.

TREADMILL: Proform 830QT, $180. 770-6341033 TREK RACING BIKE: Adult male. Black and gray. $299. 770-8430362

Weight Machine: 2 station, arms and legs $250. 770-634-1033 Nordic Track Walk Fit 5000: Non-electric, no batteries. $150. 770993-0835

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Sony 40” BRAVIA LEDHD TV, new 3/15/15. $225. 404-242-4022

Medical Equipment

Real Estate

TH-36 PSORIASIS PHOTOTHERAPY LAMP $100. 404-3452372 HOSPITAL BED: Full, electric Midline MDR107003ELO. $600 obo. Details: www.tkwiz. com/bed.

CHAIR LIFT for vehicle, Bruno Curbsider, for motorized chair, remote control, 400-lb. capacity $1500. 404345-2372

1.98 acre Residential Lot off of E. Cherokee Dr Murphy Drive. in Cherokee County. Wooded, sloped lot, asphalt drive. All utilities at road. $50,000 Owner related to agent. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com

Commercial Space for Lease

TREADMILL: Trimline heavy duty $100. 678-339-0410

Vintage Barbie, Midge, Francie, Skipper dolls, clothing and accessories. (Local). Cell 214-8838215

Rechargeable Mobile Chair by Invacare: Joystick hand operated. Adjustable up and down seat and back. Gel cushion seat for pressure. Used 4 months. $6000. 404-345-2372

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3575 Bonneville Drive, Cumming .23 acres in Shady Shores $30,000 Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678341-7400 office, 404660-2919 cell, www. AgentScally.com

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537 Lake Center Parkway for lease 12003600 SF space available in beautiful brick building. Easy access to Highway 9 and Market Center Blvd in Cumming. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally. com

Real Estate Services FREE BOOK: Selling Goods due to downsizing/estate settlement. Only 80 available. Contact MaxSold Downsizing/ Estate Services: 404260-1471, easy@ maxsold.com or MaxSold.com/book by Nov.15

Business Services Business Opportunity LIFE COACHES: Join our team/earn to $60$90. P/T, F/T. Training and support. This year’s goal: 10,000 clients. Text (VAP) 770-617-7092

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SERVICE DIRECTORY NATIONAL ADVERTISING Cleaning Services

Gutters

Need a housecleaning? Call Norma Martinez for free estimate! References. 404-4687667. “I get all your dust to earn your trust!”

AARON’S ALL-TYPE GUTTERS Repaired and Installed. Covers, siding, soffit, facia. www.aarons-gutters. com. Senior citizen discount! 770-9342766

HOUSECLEANING& LANDSCSAPING S E R V I C E S : Houses, apartments, offices and more! Affordable prices; excellent references. Dependable, reliable. Call for free estimate 770-837-5711

Concrete/Asphalt DRIVEWAYS CONCRETE PATIOS We fix or build new. Best prices. Match all other published discounts. 30+ years experience. Local references. Honest, professional, on time. All work guaranteed. FREE QUOTES. Call Ralph at 770-7442191.

Driveway DRIVEWAYS CONCRETE PATIOS We fix or build new. Best prices. Match all other published discounts. 30+ years experience. Local references. Honest, professional, on time. All work guaranteed. FREE QUOTES. Call Ralph at 770-744-2191. We fix UGLY driveways. $50 OFF any concrete job over $250 $250 OFF any job over $3500 New or Repair: Driveways, patios, sidewalks, walls. Residential or Commercial. Call for FREE estimate. The Best Concrete Company-Ask for Dave McKemey. 678-914-2576. Professional, competitive, many local references.

Flooring Flooring Installation & Repairs: Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl, Wood. Free Estimates! I can remove carpet wrinkles! Satisfaction Guaranteed! 706-429-4453

Handyman ALL CARPENTRY & REPAIRS: Roof Leaks, Wood Rot Repair, Siding, Deck Repairs and Refinishing, Painting, Doors/ Windows. Excellent References. 404-8950260 All Home Repairs Plumbing, Electrical, Drywall. Kitchen, Bath Remodeling. Faucets, toilets, disposals. Senior discounts. We do it all Mike 678-763-2420 RELIABLE H O M E REPAIRS: 20 years experience. References. Electrical, plumbing, carpentry, wood rot repair, siding, painting, pressure washing. Free estimates! 770-605-0340 Bowers Home Services: Wide range of home repairs, maintenance. home repair needs! Reliable, courteous. References. 40+ years experience. 770-533-1741. david@ bowershs.com

Home Improvement Finegan Home Improvements LLC: License #RBQA004932. R e m o d e l i n g , handyman. 31 years experience. Basements finished, decks, screen porches, doors, drywall, painting, flooring, custom kitchens, bathrooms. All insurance. Credit cards accepted. Paul Finegan 404-353-5611 Bush Hogging, Clearing, Grading, Hauling etc. Many local references. Call Ralph Rucker at 678-898-7237

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Landscaping Yellow Ribbon Tree. Near perfect reviews and award-winning service. Hands on owner. Free estimates and insured. 770Tree. com 770-744-2200 and ask for Gary. Landscape Design, Hardscape Design and Installation. 35 Years’ Experience; Retaining Walls, Flag Stone and Brick Paver Patios, Landscape Lighting, Drainage Issues, Pavilions. Outdoor kitchens, irrigation systems installation and repairs. FREE C O N S U LTAT I O N S ! w w w. t h e b o d i g r o u p . com. 678-788-5656

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Pinestraw PINESTRAW, mulch delivery/installation available. Firewood $110/$200, plus delivery. Licensed, insured. Angels of Earth Pinestraw and Mulch. 770-831-3612.

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