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Roswell zoning case goes before U.S. Supreme Court Denial of T-Mobile tower in Lake Charles could settle several cases

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – Roswell officials were in Washington, D.C., to argue the merits of a denial of a telecommunications tower in the Lake Charles community before the U.S. Supreme Court Nov. 11. But that likely won’t settle the issue for local Roswell residents.

Roswell City Attorney David Davidson said this is the first case involving Roswell to be heard for oral arguments that will decide several cases nationally.

“We have had cases go before the Supreme Court before, but this is the first time we will be asked to make oral DAVIDSON arguments,” Davidson said.

Attorney Richard Carothers will make the city’s 15-minute presentation of the facts.

Davidson said the city

See ZONING, Page 53

New Coleman Road neighborhood approved The new mixed-use development proposed for the corner of Holcomb Bridge Road and Ga. 400 in Roswell aims to feature plenty of public open space and water features as well as 1,556 residential units and 1.7 million square feet of office space.

Mammoth mixed-use development proposed at corner of Roswell’s Holcomb Bridge, Ga. 400

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – The newest mixed-use development to come to the Northside has its hopes set on Roswell. Called “Riverwalk Village,” the developers have situated it at Ga. 400 and Holcomb Bridge Road.

Atlanta developers Duke Realty submitted their plans for the 104-acre development Nov. 4. They are calling the project an “ecologically driven” development, with nearly half of the land set aside for public space, which will include parks, trails and water features.

See MIXED-USE, Page 52

Roswell defers another up the street

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – In a unanimous vote, the Roswell City Council approved a 36-home subdivision at the corner of Coleman Road and Marietta Highway/Ga. 120 at their Nov. 10 meeting.

The approval comes after significant neighbor agitation over the proposed plan. In response to the outcry, the applicant went back to the drawing board and redrew

the maps of the 10.6-acre property. Larger homes on larger lots will border the neighborhoods along Coleman Road. Smaller homes on smaller lots will border Marietta Highway. The end result is 36 homes of varying sizes instead of 42 homes.

The property is considered transitional, as it is bordered by single-family homes to the north along Coleman Road and commercial to the

See COLEMAN, Page 52

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Homeless man suspected in fraud MILTON, Ga. – A homeless man is suspected of cashing several fake checks, getting away with at least $400 from a local resident’s account.

The victim was contacted Nov. 1 by her bank, which informed her that several checks from her personal business were cashed.

The suspect, Brandon Robert Kling, 24, a homeless man, had already presented two checks before the bank realized

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‘Toys R Mine’ ALPHARETTA, Ga. – An employee of the Toys R Us on North Point Parkway allegedly stole more than $2,600 from the registers.

Store loss prevention officers told police Oct. 27 they suspected Erica Tremaine Ayala, 25, of Lithonia, of tak-

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Later that day, Kling allegedly tried to cash another check for $735. The bank stopped it and Kling fled. But not before he had given his ID to the bank to copy, identifying him.

The victim said her son knew Kling as homeless and, one night a few days prior, had driven Kling to their home for a shower and to spend the night under a roof. The next morning Kling left, thanking the victim for her hospitality.

ing money from the till. Ayala allegedly admitted to the thefts, saying that, since December 2013, she would make fake returns and place the money on gift cards, which she would then use.

She claimed to have stolen $2,650 from the store.

Ayala was arrested for felony theft.

Handgun stolen from home JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Someone stole a handgun from a Sheringham Lane home Oct. 29.

According to the victim, he returned home about 4:30 p.m. to find a rear door forced open. Every room in the home was ransacked. A Samsung, 60inch flat screen TV was stolen along with a .380 Ruger gun and a Betsy Johnson gold watch.

A neighbor said they saw an unknown black pickup truck parked in the driveway that day. It was all black with dark tinted windows and black wheels of an unknown make and model. No suspect was seen.

Mom, son steal clothing ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A Marietta woman was arrested Nov. 1 after she allegedly tried to steal hundreds of dollars of clothing with her young son from a store in North Point Mall.

According to J.C. Penney store employees, they saw Tiffany Nicole White, 32, of Marietta, and her young son, 11, pick out several shirts and enter a fitting room. When they came out of the room without any items, the fitting room was searched and found empty of clothing. White left the store, where she was promptly stopped.

In her purse were the stolen items.

White was arrested for shoplifting and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.

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Blotter: Continued from Page 2 lifter attacked a store employee rather than be arrested Nov. 1.

According to police, employees of the Macy’s store at North Point Mall saw Mony Pagan, 36, of Cumming, walk around the store and place dozens of items in a baby stroller. She then went into a fitting room. When she left the fitting room, she had three plastic bags filled with items and none left in the room. She left the store. When employees tried to stop her, she allegedly punched one of them before she was stopped.

In her possession were nearly $1,500 in clothing and jewelry items allegedly stolen.

She was arrested for felony shoplifting and simple battery.

Was he driving a ‘dodge’?

MILTON, Ga. – A driver who may have attempted to dodge a police officer Oct. 29 was found to be driving illegally.

According to police, an officer was on patrol on Morris Road when he got behind a black Buick car. As soon as the officer did so, the driver pulled a U-turn. The officer followed as it turned onto nearby Webb Road and, stopping in the middle of the road, seemed to think about turning into a gas station. Instead, the driver pulled forward and turned onto Deerfield Parkway. Again, as soon as the officer pulled behind the vehicle, the driver performed a U-turn.

At this point, the officer discovered the tag had been expired since March.

Pulling over the driver, Justin Leon Washington, 20, of Atlanta, it was found Washington’s license was suspended for failure to appear.

A search of the car turned up alleged marijuana.

Washington was arrested for expired tag, driving with a suspended license and possession of marijuana.

Multiple cars broken into in neighborhood FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Someone went from home to home in a subdivision and broke into the cars parked in driveways, according to Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident reports.

At about 7 a.m. Oct 27, deputies were dispatched to the St. Claire’s Townhomes subdivision after nine victims reported their cars had been entered.

One man in the 400 block of Grayson Way told deputies he found the passenger side door to his 2007 Honda Accord slightly open.

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He said he was only missing his $200 iPod. A woman in the 300 block of St. Claire Drive told deputies she left her 2013 Nissan Rogue unlocked.

When she looked inside, her glove box was flung open and the contents thrown on the floor. She said the theft only took an extra house key.

Deputies said the other victims found their cars were rummaged through but were unable to account for any missing items.

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

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Ellis outlines county future Real estate agents Gives Milton town hall meeting

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. – Milton’s newest politician is Bob Ellis, a resident who will take his place in January on the Fulton County ComELLIS mission. He was elected earlier in the year to the newly created position covering western North Fulton, a seat created by splitting one position into two.

Ellis fielded questions from residents Nov. 6 at Milton City Hall about the upcoming year.

“There were a lot of questions,” Ellis said. “We covered everything from county finances to mental health. It was a good town hall meeting.”

Of significant concern to Fulton County residents was the oncoming millage rate tax increase.

The County Commission approved a budget this year that called for a 17 percent increase in taxes to cover a funding shortfall. This flew in the face of the state legislature, which earlier in the year had decreed the county cannot raise taxes until 2015. The legality of the increase has yet to be played out in court.

“My first order of business is to make sure a final budget is approved, one which will hopefully allow us to run a balanced budget without the tax increase or dipping into reserves, so we can claw back that millage rate,” Ellis said.

When he is sworn into office, Ellis and his fellow commissioners will immediately have to tackle a new budget that must be approved by the end of the month.

“It is potentially feasible to roll back that millage rate,” Ellis said. “There is an opportunity there.”

If the tax digest continues to rise as it has been, the county may not need the increase, he said. There will still likely need to be cuts made in the budget.

Ellis said he is hopeful cuts can be found that he and his fellow commissioners can agree upon. Three of the seven seats are filled with new members.

“There was a lot of polarization in the past,” Ellis said. “But now there is a good opportunity to change all that going forward.”

He said the commission elections followed state and national election trends.

“At all levels of government – federal, state and local – there is a desire from citizens that they elected their representatives to work together and get things done,” he said. “Fulton is no different than that.”

Ellis takes office in January 2015.

tackle safety issues

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – For real estate agents, homes can pose a unique danger when they are empty. That danger came to a head in September after a realtor in Arkansas was found dead in a home she was showing.

The alleged murderer had posed as a client and met the agent at the home with the intent to kill, because the realtor was a woman who would be working alone. This is a danger real estate agents face every day, said Rhonda Duffy, of Duffy Real Estate in Alpharetta.

“Agents need safety measures,” Duffy said. “Every day, we are entering properties – vacant or occupied – with people we don’t know anything about.”

A 2011 report by the AGBeat on realtor safety in the nation showed that the vast majority of victims were women who were attacked by a single person. Most attacks came in the afternoon, and more than half involved a gun. In most of the incidents described, robbery was the common intent of crime.

Duffy said she wants agents and the industry at large to take safety more seriously and to know with whom they are working.

“You can’t test drive car

without showing a license,” she said. “You can’t see apartments without showing a license. And here we are showing people’s homes without knowing who people are?”

Agents are encouraged to take safety precautions whenever they meet someone new, said Allison Kloster, of Harry Norman Realtors. For starters, they should first meet in a public place or the agent’s office, where they can record the buyer’s information. Safety is paramount, Kloster said, and many agents are aware of it.

“A lot of times, a buyer will call up and want to meet at a location,” Kloster said.

“The answer is always no. We must meet them first before we show them the property.”

This gives the agent some safety while also protecting the seller’s home. A stranger gaining entry to a home can be dangerous. For Duffy, she tells her agents when they meet someone at a home to pull up behind the client and use their smartphone to snap a picture of the license plate and the client’s driver’s license, and then send all the information to the brokerage.

She calls it “Pledge Snap.”

“That way, we have a system protecting the seller and agent, and it sends a message to the community we are accountable,” Duffy said.

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School board approves calendars for next two years First day of school near beginning of August

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. – The Fulton School Board unanimously approved school calendars for the next two years, which inches the start of the school year closer to the first week of August but also closes the gap between the lengths of each semester.

In presenting the recommendations to the school board, Fulton Superintendent Robert Avossa acknowledged there is no calendar that will make everyone happy.

“We’ve seen too many school boards and groups arguing and fussing over [calendars],” said Avossa.

“We have provided two of the best options we see and hope the [community] can come to terms with the fact we are never going to make it perfect for everybody.”

For next year, school will start Aug. 10 for students and end on May 26, 2016. For the 2016-17 school year, the start of school moves up to Aug. 8, with an end date of May 25,

2017. Both calendars continue to allow the full week off for Thanksgiving and a spring break the first full week of April.

The calendars have three inclement weather days in the event school is closed for weather reasons. Last year, Fulton Schools scrambled to make up instructional days after seven days of canceled school because of snow.

Balanced semesters have also been a challenge for the school system as officials work to have the first semester end before the winter break, provide a full week for Thanksgiving and avoid starting school in very early August.

Next year, the semester imbalance will be five days, but it drops to only one day in 2015-16. Students will attend school for 179 days.

While many parents have long lobbied for a later start to the school year, school leaders say ending the semester at the break is most beneficial for high school students and the final exam schedules.

Some attempts have been

We have provided two of the best options we see and hope the [community] can come to terms with the fact we are never going to make it perfect for everybody.”

ROBERT AVOSSA Fulton Superintendent

made by the school board to start school later. In the 201011 school year, the start of school was Aug. 22. However, scheduling challenges have forced the board to follow the metro area lead with an early August start.

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School Calendar 2015-16 Start of first semester Aug. 10 Students off Oct. 9, 12 Thanksgiving break Nov. 23-27 Last day of first semester Dec. 18 Winter break Dec. 21-Jan. 5 Start of second semester Jan. 6 Student/teacher holiday Feb. 12-15 Students off March 10-11 Spring break April 4-8 Last day of school May 26

School Calendar 2016-17 Start of first semester Aug. 8 Students off Oct. 10-11 Election Day (students off) Nov. 8 Thanksgiving break Nov. 21-25 Last day of first semester Dec. 22 Winter break Dec. 23-Jan. 8 Start of second semester Jan. 9 Student/teacher holiday Feb. 17-20 Students off March 10, 13 Spring break April 3-7 Last day of school May 25 *For full details of the calendars, visit the Fulton Schools website at www.fultonschools.org.

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Attendance zone maps show future changes for North Fulton Proposed redistricting will impact far fewer students than in past

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Fewer than 10 percent of students attending North Fulton schools will be impacted by changes in attendance boundaries scheduled to go into effect next year.

Of the 48,000 students currently attending the 46 traditional schools in North Fulton, fewer than 4,000 students will

be zoned to new schools in any of the three draft maps currently under consideration, according to Fulton School System officials.

“We try to minimize impact if possible, however, the ultimate goal is to balance enrollment and capacity per school board policy,” explained Yngrid Huff, director of planning for FCSS. Of the 46 schools in North Fulton, about half will be impacted on any of three alternative plans currently under consideration.

The three plans were presented to the public last week during the second of three North Fulton redistricting meetings. The changes in attendance zones are needed with the opening of a new elementary school in Roswell next year, along with new additions to three middle schools.

All three draft maps are available for review on the FCSS website (www.fultonschools.org), with details on changes to specific schools.

The online comment period has ended.

The third and final meeting will be Dec. 10 at 7 p.m.

at Centennial when school officials will bring back one to two proposed maps for review and final comments.

Huff said the final recommendation will be presented to the Fulton School Board for review in January, with a vote expected in February.

Middle school zones will go into effect next year, with the elementary changes the following year. The new elementary school in Roswell will be used as the temporary home for Esther Jackson Elementary students in its first year, and then will open to new students in 2016. Esther Jackson will be torn down and re-built on site during that time period.

At the Nov. 5 meeting, which drew nearly 600 participants, Huff addressed two main concerns that surfaced repeatedly in comments regarding attendance zones: why Ga. 400 is not used as the dividing line for schools, and why students often attend schools outside their city zones.

The problem with a Ga. 400 boundary, said Huff, is the imbalance of student numbers.

The number of students living on the west side of Ga. 400 far exceeds available classroom space, making that division impossible.

We try to minimize impact if possible, however, the ultimate goal is to balance enrollment and capacity per school board policy.”

YNGRID HUFF Director of planning for FCSS

“Specific to elementary schools in Roswell, if all the students along Holcomb Bridge currently attending school on the east side of Ga. 400 were moved to their closest school on the west side, Mimosa Elementary, the enrollment at Mimosa would near 1,200 students,” explained Huff.

Huff said similar situations would occur at the middle and high school levels as well if the highway were used as a dividing line for school zones.

“Neither Cambridge nor Milton could accommodate the additional student demand if Ga. 400 were the boundary line for high schools,” said Huff.

On the issue of why students attend schools outside their cities, Huff said the sys-

tem is county-based, not city specific.

“Residents pay taxes to their local jurisdiction for services such as police, fire and sanitation. Property taxes collected for local schools are paid to Fulton County, which services all of Fulton,” said Huff. “The school locations were sited long before the newly established city boundaries were developed.”

There are currently two high schools located in the city of Milton, with only one in Alpharetta with its considerably higher population.

“The population distribution and the school locations do not lend themselves to alignment along the city boundaries at any level,” said Huff.

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The wait is over, AVALON has arrived After months of waiting, Avalon opened its doors on Oct. 30. Not only did the experiential mixed use community bring a world class collection of specialty retailers, but it brought with it core family values, innovative technology and some big name musical acts. This is just a preview of what's to come at Avalon.

See pages 7 – 15 for more on Avalon.

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A letter from Mark Toro N

ot long after we first conceived the idea for Avalon, our team realized we had the opportunity to go above and beyond building the typical “lifestyle center,” and Alpharetta was the perfect location to do just that. It was critical to us that Avalon provide the North Fulton community with more than just another place to go...there were already plenty of those.

We wanted Avalon to become the place to “be.”

At Avalon, we’ve not only curated a world-class collection of specialty retailers, entertainment venues and chefdriven restaurants, we have also carefully

layered uses that will bring energy to the experience.

Residents of the single-family and luxury rental homes, office workers and hotel guests will occupy our gathering spaces and enliven our streets to create a buzz that can’t be found anywhere else.

To further differentiate the Avalon Experience, we’ve infused resort-inspired hospitality, with a Ritz-Carlton trained concierge team that is charged with consistently delivering 5-Star service to Avalon guests and residents.

It is Avalon’s urban feel, its walkability, connectivity and energy that has attracted

several first-to-market retailers and restaurants – operators who are confident that the Avalon Experience will delight their guests and keep them coming back.

That urban feel has been cited as the key differentiator for prospective residents of Avalon (who we affectionately call “The Lucky Ones”) as they seek their own place to “be.”

Thank you for your support. We look forward to bringing more top retailers and restaurants to the community in the upcoming months.

We invite you to bring your friends and family to experience the timeless art of living well.

Mark Toro, managing partner of North American Properties.

Grand Opening:

Avalon opens with weekend of fun Days of opening events fill new development

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Parties, concerts and ribbon cuttings brought the new, mixed-use shopping experience that is Avalon into life Oct. 30, as the region’s newest hot spot opened for business and opened for fun in Alpharetta.

Four days of events were packed into the 86-acre development, which drew guests from throughout the region to the official grand opening.

Country singer and “American Idol” alumna Kellie Pickler took to the main stage Saturday night to wow audiences before they were wowed further by a grand fireworks display.

Local musicians got into the act as well, with James Casto, Von Grey, Joe Gransden’s 16-Piece Big Band and plenty of others making the opening weekend a toe-tapping event to remember.

Group events such as bocce ball and cornhole tournaments encouraged people to play around Avalon’s “living room” area, designed by Site Solutions. Some of these, such as a fire pit, swings and a children’s play area are daily activities for the entire family.

“It’s pretty cool and modern,” said Ryan McGreggor, who visited Avalon opening night.

He was engaged in a battle of checkers with Leah Voulopos at one of the outdoor game boards.

After concerts on the main square, the grass was replaced to make way for an ice skating rink to rival New York’s

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Kellie Pickler performs during the grand opening of Avalon.

Rockefeller Plaza.

It’s all part of what Mark Toro, managing partner of Avalon’s owner North American Properties, calls “experiential shopping.”

Traditional retail outlets have failed to compete with the convenience of online retailers.

Something more has to be done to lure those shoppers away from their computers. Avalon does this by making shopping more than simply shopping; it’s an experience that cannot be found anywhere else.

“Their experience will be effortless, meaningful and memorable,” Toro told the

gathered dignitaries at the official ribbon cutting.

Weekly, even daily events held by both North American Properties and individual stores will attract visitors to the location and keep them there.

Like a 5-Star hotel, visitors can expect valet parking, concierge services, interactive display boards and even subtle music playing throughout from hidden speakers.

“I am really impressed,” said one resident watching the Kellie Pickler concert Saturday, Nov. 1.

“It’s unbelievably nice. It’s going to do really well.”

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The Regal Cinema movie theater and fountain light up the Avalon night.

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The Good Life:

Avalon places service on pedestal Visitors should feel like VIPs at a resort

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Avalon is the $600 million must-see shoppers’ paradise in Alpharetta, but North American Properties Managing Partner Mark Toro says one of the five senses is not nearly enough.

Avalon should also be felt, touched, smelled, heard and tasted. In short, Avalon must be experienced because Avalon is like no other place, Toro said.

Toro added that the experience must be “effortless, meaningful and memorable.”

To that end, North American Properties has spared no expense to ensure each guest who visits the property has that memorable experience. So it should come as no surprise that the most important person on the Avalon property is Wayne Rigsby, manger of guest experience at Avalon.

Rigsby and his expertly trained staff are committed to making sure every guest who visits the property understands just what the Avalon Experience is.

Rigsby was lured away from Florida’s Golden Oak Club at Walt Disney World, Disney’s only luxury residential community, where he managed multiple facets of the guest experience. His staff at Avalon have all graduated from the RitzCarlton Leadership Center. What the Cordon Bleu is to cooking, Ritz-Carlton is to hospitality and service.

Visitors can expect resortlevel services from every member of the staff, Rigsby said.

So when and where does this service start?

“From the moment they set foot on the property,” Rigsby said. “Our hospitality program is 5 Star-plus from start to finish. It is all about the visitors’ experience from the time they set foot here.

“That begins with a clean parking deck and friendly parking staff who will greet you,” he said. “They immediately create the experience of warmth and community.”

Visitors will soon discover they can find anything they need at the Concierge Clubhouse at the center of Avalon’s crossroads. Drive up and a valet will greet you – valet parking is only $7 – and the open-air Concierge Clubhouse can quickly guide you to where you want to go or explain any number of activities planned for that day or that week.

These may include chef cooking lessons, wine tastings, a concert on the green or specials offered by shops or any of the chef-driven restaurants on the property.

“We can take care of your needs from transportation, reservations, event planning – we can handle 50 people or 1,500,” Rigsby said. “Fifty is not uncommon.”

And of course, there are around 13 hand-selected restaurants from which to choose. If you want to shop for a while, they can arrange for you to leave your packages with them and go to your reserved table at your favorite restaurant, where your favorite beverage will be on the table.

Anywhere you go, music is playing. The smells of the season are incorporated. For instance, this fall you will find hanging pine cones scented with cinnamon. Next to the Concierge Clubhouse is an outdoor fireplace to warm guests and comfy chairs where they can enjoy one another’s company.

“It should be like home,” he said.

Also, there is an energy about the place in the way everyone moves to be attentive.

The grounds are kept spotless.

Everyone is always smiling.

“Daniel Easton, who is our Director of Marketing at Avalon’s sister property, Atlantic Station, has a way of putting it,” Rigsby said. Everything should be ‘Crisp.

Clean. Creased.’”

For those who want more personalized service, there is Club Avalon’s Black Card. That is where Cayley Mullen, assistant manager of guest experience, steps in. For an annual fee and with the permission of the guests, cardholders are recognized as soon as they are on the property.

“We use a microchip in the card for RFID – radio frequency identification.” Mullen said.

“A computer recognizes the individual chip, and the valet will greet you by name. If you have notified us of your itinerary, we will have everything prepared for your arrival. And of course, valet parking is complimentary.”

If it is your anniversary that may mean flowers for your wife when she steps out of the car. If the children are visiting Santa, he will know them by name and know what they want for Christmas. Reservations are no problem either.

“We want people to come to us and feel like they have come home,” Mullen said. “Any special occasion, we want to

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Guests can expect 5-Star hospitality at Avalon. Manager of Guest Experience Wayne Rigsby and Assistant Manager of Guest Experience Cayley Mullen devote all of their time to ensure each visitor has a unique and memorable experience when they visit Avalon. know about it. The RFID will register it. Our guests will leave feeling good because we will have established a personal relationship.”

They do a good job of collecting data from visitors to help them customize and improve their service to the individual – like noting when a favorite retailer or restaurant has something special on.

It is what Rigsby and Mullen call “Surprise and Delight.”

There is special seating for cardholders at concerts and even special times to reserve ice skating at Avalon’s signature fountain. Cardholders are entitled to receive the Avalon Insider, which tells about special events and the priority seating that comes with them and notifies members about afterhours shopping previews.

“We will know their favorite restaurant and when cardholder specials are being offered,” she said.

Membership is not a discount card, but is a way to enhance the Avalon Experience, Mullen said.

Ultimately, Rigsby wants visitors to come away “amazed.”

“We want to exceed expectations. I want to make sure we create the most remarkable and incredible memories for each guest,” he said. “It’s all about hospitality and service. And that extends to

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A six passenager electric cart provides above and beyond service to customers. everyone – valet, housekeeper and security. We all create that experience.”

But you do not have to be a Black Card member to be treated in a special way. Rigsby said true service is not a job, but a state of mind.

On the second day, Rigsby was driving up to the Concierge Clubhouse in Avalon’s sixpassenger electric cart and saw a man, his wife and three children looking a little tired and forlorn.

He pulled over and asked if he could help.

“Where’s the parking lot?” asked the exasperated father.

“No problem, I’ll take you to your car,” Rigsby replied.

He explained that hospitality is all about how you listen.

“He asked where the parking lot was,” Rigsby said. “But I gave him the answer he wanted.”

For more information on how to become an Avalon Insider and register for a Black Card, go to clubavalon. com.

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Community:

Rooted – the Oak and Squirrel make Avalon Home

By LIZ GILLESPIE Avalon Avalon has some very special residents that moved here all the way from Florida, the Oak family. “Mother Oak”, a 40-yearold oak tree, can be found near the fountain watching over all of Avalon’s guests while her three “daughter” oaks are along Avalon Boulevard enjoying the hustle and bustle. They bring with them their dear friends, the Squirrel family; a very special family of 12 squirrels with unique gifts and personalities that reflect the core values of Avalon.

The squirrels will have some help moving to Avalon from Santa himself who will deliver one per night on the 12 days leading up to Christmas. Each member of the family will arrive in a special package and be carefully placed throughout Avalon, we encourage children to come out each day and help us find them to welcome them to Avalon! Also we need help naming our curious friends, after you meet them and hear their story, go to Avalon’s Facebook page and tell us what you think would be the perfect name for each. Their story is below.

The Oak and the Squirrel One sunny day, a squirrel met a tree and they became friends. Each brought unique gifts to the friendship and they spent many days growing exploring, sharing stories and making plans for the future.

The tree provided shelter and food for the squirrel, and the squirrel brought back stories from beyond where the tree could see. One day, the tree and the squirrel decided to expand their families. The tree coaxed suitable playmates for her friend to her branches, and the squirrel selected and planted three of the most beautiful acorns under the watchful eye of the mother tree... and together they grew.

The three sapling sisters grew up side by side with their mom looking on. As they reached maturity, their mom helped the girls establish a solid foundation, cultivated their unique attributes and encouraged an

appreciation for their heritage and purpose.

The young trees were sturdy girls each with distinct personalities but with also a heritage that is deeply rooted. The mother tree was ready to let her girls experience life beyond her shadow but she still wanted them close by. She, too, longed for a new view, water, entertainment and a whole new group of kids for whom she could provide shade, shelter and keep a watchful eye.

Having heard so much about life beyond the forest from her squirrel friend, the mother tree packed up her girls – and her squirrels – and established roots in Avalon – a place where the mother could experience the good life, a life filled with music and laughter, new sights and sounds and expand the horizons for her girls and her squirrels.

Feeling loved and protected by the mother tree, the squirrels welcomed and nurtured babies in the tree’s branches.

Each baby squirrel has its own personality, which reflects the core values of their magical home of Avalon – health, wellness, community, kids and families, technology, walkability, hospitality, cultural encounters and sense of place.

Fit Squirrel loves yoga in the plaza perfected the downward squirrel- stops in Lululemon and Athleta - can spin like nobody’s business at Flywheel and meditates at Exhale. She loves scampering along the greenway and encouraging her siblings to Move!

Located in the plaza practicing her

tumbling Cultural Squirrel takes found objects (like acorns!) and carefully crafts them in to artful sculptures and occasionally dances by and with the fountain to one of the many local musicians strumming guitars there.

Welcome Squirrel gravitates to concierge and is a huge advocate of the acorn serving as Avalon’s symbol of hospitality - especially since it took an acorn 40 years to produce the Mother Tree and the Mother Tree 40 years to produce her first acorn -acorns symbolize perseverance - he occasionally drops acorns on the heads of unsuspecting guests to say “Welcome” and rests at concierge perched above holding an acorn just waiting for that next guest.

Shopping Squirrel never tires of weaving in and out of the shops, checking on and reporting trends back to the sister trees and siblings. She occasionally serves as a guest blogger on Experience Avalon on all things current. She is often seen with her paws and nose pressed on the glass of her favorites shops, looking for what’s new and what’s next.

Foodie Squirrel helps choose the seasonal veggies and fruits for restaurants.

He loves Whole Foods Market, hobnobbing with the local chefs and bringing tasty treats back to his siblings. He can be spotted at Concerige helping guests choose the perfect for a perfect meal and also serves as a guest blogger on Experience Avalon.

Hide and Seek Squirrel will always be a kid at heart and loves Avalon’s kids and

families. He seeks out and finds beauty and inspiration in all things- creates whimsy - and somehow believes when he covers his eyes and can’t see others then others can no longer see him and he becomes invisible.

Bocce Squirrel loves bringing new experiences to Avalon and showing off his playground. His favorite spot is near the bocce court, gathering bocce balls, swinging and roasting acorns in the fire pit in Avalon’s Living Room along the Boulevard.

Giving Squirrel loves finding ways to give back and is thinking about her wish for this day before tossing her coin in the fountain-she is a huge advocate of leveraging her playground for the benefit of her extended human family and encourages others to do the same as coins in the fountain come with wishes and in return make others’ wishes come true.

Techy Squirrel tries every day to beat gigabit. He loves the latest and greatest technology and scampers from one interactive touchscreen directory to the next checking in on each day’s events and movies and likes to test concierge with his never ending questions for tips about his quest to beat gigabit.

Avalon's Insider Squirrel has learned to leverage all of the amenities associated with Club Avalon. He’s a Black Card carrying member and enjoys the Good Life.

He is so happy and fulfilled he raises his paws, looks to the sky and just soaks it all in - he is forever grateful.

Mom and Dad Squirrel enjoy spending afternoons with the Mother Tree in the plaza swapping stories about their kids and sharing stories with new kids they’ve met in Avalon.

Together at Avalon, the tree family dances in the wind and the squirrel family frolics amongst the shops, restaurants, homes and parks. Given room to grow, they know they will prosper and flourish in their new home with their new friends, the guests and residents of Avalon.

Highlight:

Cosmetic Market syncs well with Avalon Creating experiences for their clients

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Avalon opened with more than 50 stores in its borders, all boutique stores that shoppers will be hard-pressed to find elsewhere.

One tenant, The Cosmetic Market, fits snugly into this box.

Sitting in a brightly colored store – akin to a candy store – The Cosmetic Market provides quality skin care, hair care, makeup and bath and body products.

“A lot of our customers come in and say they have walked into

a candy store or a toy store,” said Mary Kathryn Yeiser, regional sales manager for The Cosmetic Market. “It’s definitely a fun and happy place, somewhere you want to sit and look at all the things we have to offer.”

At 5,500 square feet, the store is part of fast-growing national chain. With eight stores currently, Avalon’s Cosmetic Market is the first store outside of Tennessee.

So what attracted them to Alpharetta and Avalon?

“We are like-minded with Avalon,” said Yeiser. “We are both more than just places

to come and shop. We want to create an experience for our clients and want them to come in and grab a Coke, get their eyebrows waxed and buy shampoo and conditioner.”

In short, the complete experience, she said.

Yeiser said the customers have reacted well to Avalon and its new stores.

“We are so excited,” she said.

“Opening weekend, we had such a warm welcome from everyone.

Sales were great and we were super busy.”

For the opening weekend events and festivities, The Cosmetic Market took part in the action.

“We did makeup for a fashion show here and did face painting during a fall festival,” she said. “We are one of the originals in Avalon and, when you start something from the ground up, it creates a great team and unity and camaraderie. Everyone is here to make this a success. We are all in it at the same time.”

Even though the store has only been open for a few days, Yeiser said she is already seeing return customers.

“I definitely think there is a sense of excitement and curiosity about what Avalon is and what it looks like and what is offered,” she said. “We’re all excited.”

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Mary Kathryn Yeiser, left, and Nori Blagg of The Cosmetic Market say they are pleased with the response Avalon has had with customers.

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Technology:

Welcome to the ‘fiberhood’ – Technology creates personalized experience

By SHANNON WEAVER shannon@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — In the Technology City of the South, North American Properties’ (NAP) Avalon is emphasizing new technology as an important part of its brand.

Avalon brings to Georgia the first fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) network with gigabit Internet speeds, called a “fiberhood.”

NAP with Hotwire Communications will offer up to one gigabit per second (gbps) to Avalon employees, businesses, residents and hotel guests, which is estimated at 100 times faster than other networks in the metro Atlanta area.

“Gigabit service is a catalyst for economic development, and it’s crucial future-proofing for developments in metro Atlanta,” said Mark Toro, NAP’s managing partner. “This advanced technology is a way for Alpharetta to get ahead and stay ahead.”

FTTP is growing in popularity. When Google Fiber announced it was moving to Kansas City, businesses flocked to the area, nicknaming it the “Silicon Prairie.”

Since then, companies such as AT&T have begun exploring FTTP programs, including in Atlanta.

“Speeds of one gigabit per second with virtually unlimited capacity will provide office workers the opportunity to compete in this milliseconds response time economy,” Toro said. “Residents will

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Mark Toro addresses the crowd during the Avalon grand opening. have a flexibility in their use of Internet that they’ve never seen before.”

With the ultra-high-speed Internet, guests and residents can upload or download large files, download movies and music instantly and stream video without buffering.

Interactive directories are another tech-driven feature of Avalon.

“If guests are looking for directions, they can pull up the map option and select which retail store or restaurant they’d like to visit,” said Wayne Rigsby, the manager of guest experience. “Guests can follow the path provided on the screen to guide them to their destination.”

In addition to getting directions, guests can use the directories to make reservations, view movie times and get

“Utilizing the RFID technology will create a one-on-one personal connection between Santa and a child. When that child walks through the door, Santa will know him or her personally, and that’s going to be a magical moment.”

Liz Gillespie, partner and vice president of marketing

information about upcoming Avalon events.

Members of Club Avalon, the mixeduse development’s concierge service, will have an experience made easier by radiofrequency identification (RFID) technology.

Club Avalon can keep records of residents’ favorite restaurants, birthdays, anniversaries, special occasions and more so that employees can remind them of sales they may be interested in or deliver packages to their homes from valet parking.

“RFID will help us get to know our Club Avalon members and their preferences so we can better serve

them,” Rigsby said.

The RFID component will also help parents create an interactive Santa House throughout the holidays. Members can meet a Santa who knows their child’s name, holiday wishes and any other desired information for a personalized experience.

“Utilizing the RFID technology will create a one-on-one personal connection between Santa and a child,” said Liz Gillespie, partner and vice president of marketing. “When that child walks through the door, Santa will know him or her personally, and that’s going to be a magical moment.”

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Holidays:

Ice skating and Santhropologie make a holiday to remember

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Holidays are about to get bigger thanks to Avalon, the massive new mixed- use development that just opened off of Ga. 400 in Alpharetta. Each holiday season, Avalon will transform into a winter wonderland creating a signature experience that’s unparalleled in the area.

“Avalon is unique — there’s nothing else quite like it in the Southeast,” said Wayne Rigsby, manager of guest experience at Avalon. “World-class hospitality and resort-level service experiences are paramount in regards to Avalon events.

Every facet of the events will be components only Avalon can execute.”

Liz Gillespie, a partner and vice president of marketing for North American Properties, said it will offer an immersive holiday experience.

“Wherever you are on the property, there’s a holiday celebration happening,” said Gillespie. “Whether sitting near the fire pit by the giant Christmas tree, skating on the Rockefellersized ice skating rink or visiting the ‘Santhropologie’ Workshop

by Oak Steakhouse.”

Gillespie said the holiday experience will be in every detail visitors see.

“The way we’re bringing it all together with lights and holiday music, the holiday experience is woven throughout the fabric of Avalon,” said Gillespie.

“The retailers of Avalon are like the ornaments; they are the decoration on our holiday stage.”

One of the highlights of the seasonal events and activities will be an outdoor, holiday ice skating experience similar in size to the rink at Rockefeller Center in New York.

The ice skating rink opens to the public on Nov. 22. Dazzling lights, festive décor and hot cocoa will have skaters dreaming of a white Christmas as they glide across the ice.

“Ice skating is a timeless activity that brings friends and family together,” said Gillespie. “We are excited to establish a new holiday tradition for the surrounding communities.”

On Nov. 23, the lighting of Avalon will kick off the holiday season.

The family-friendly event will feature music and entertainment throughout the day and free activities for kids.

A gigantic decorated tree will light up the night just after dark, and the evening will culminate with Santa’s arrival and fireworks.

“Our guests can expect an exciting, family-friendly environment with activities to help get them into the holiday spirit,” said Gillespie, “whether they’re ice skating, shopping for gifts for loved ones or visiting Santa at the ‘Santhropologie’ Workshop.”

Boys and girls will race to visit Santa at Avalon’s Santhropologie Workshop, an eclectic and whimsical place.

The beautifully handcrafted workshop will surprise and excite guests, and Club Avalon members will enjoy an enhanced experience.

Using radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, the workshop will customize and tailor each experience for Santa’s visitors.

As soon as children arrive, Santa will greet them by name, know their holiday wishes and, of course, who’s been a good boy or girl all year.

The Santhropologie Workshop is expected to become a yearly tradition and create truly memorable moments for families to treasure for years to come.

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Holiday Calendar:

November Columbia OmniFreeze Zero Tour Saturday 11.15: 10am9pm Sunday 11.16: 12pm-6pm Ice Skating Opens Saturday 11.22 through middle of February M-F: 3:30pm-10pm Sat: 10am-10pmSkate School 9am Sun: 12pm-8pmSkate School 11am School Holidays: 10am-10pm

Tree Lighting Sunday 11.23: 4pm-9pm, Family activities beginning at 1pm Unleashed Pup Social- Avalon Dog Park Cookies with Santa Monday 11.24: - 6pm-7pm, ticketed event Story time with Santa Tuesday 11.25: -6pm-7pm, ticketed event Santa Photos Wednesday 11.26: 11am-7pm THANKSGIVING Thursday 11.27 Santa Photos Friday 11.28: 11am-7pm Black Friday Survival Kits- 1st 250 guests Santa Photos, Saturday 11.29: 10am-8pm Santa Photos, Sunday 11.30: 12pm-6pm

December Cookies with Santa Monday 12.1: - 6pm-7pm, ticketed event Storytime with Santa Tuesday 12.2: -6pm-7pm, ticketed event Santa Photos Wednesday 12.3 – Friday 12.5 11am-7pm Saturday 12.6 Breakfast with Santa- 8am, ticketed event Santa Photos: 11am-8pm Mommy and Me Skate: 10am-12pm Sunday 12.7 Santa Photos: 10am-8pm Santa Cares 10am-12pm with LionHeart School for Autisim PAWtraits with Santa: 6-8pm Santa Photos Monday 12.8 – Friday 12.12: 11am-7pm Twelve Days of The Perfect Holiday at Avalon: Enjoy storytelling and help us find Santa’s special delivery each day.

Friday 12.12 – Wednesday 12.24 10am daily

Saturday 12.13: Santa’s special delivery- 10am Santa Photos: 10am-8pm Mommy and Me Skate: 10am-12pm Sunday 12.14 Santa’s special delivery- 10am Santa Photos: 12pm-8pm PAWtraits with Santa: 6-8pm Unleashed Pup Social- Avalon Dog Park Monday 12.15 – Friday 12.19 Santa’s special delivery- 10am Santa Photos: 11am-7pm

Saturday 12.20 Santa’s special delivery- 10am Santa Photos: 10am-8pm Mommy and Me Skate: 10am-12pm Sunday 12.21 Santa’s special delivery- 10am Santa Photos: 10am-8pm PAWtraits with Santa: 7-9pm Monday 12.22 – Tuesday 12.23 Santa’s special delivery- 10am Santa Photos: 11am-8pm

Christmas Eve, Tuesday 12.24 Santa Photos: 9am-6pm

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THE Perfect HOLIDAY Celebrate Avalon’s first Holiday with our tree lighting November 23rd!

Entertainment / Holiday Crafts / Fireworks & more

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NIGHTLY SNOW SHOWS Experience the timeless art of giving well at Avalon’s unique collection of shops & restaurants Plan your Perfect Holiday with Avalon’s Concierge, stop by in person or call 770-765-1000 Visit ExperienceAvalon.com for dates and times.

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Roswell Historical Society hosts scavenger hunt Gives newcomers tour of town, history

By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – The Roswell Historical Society will host a “digital” scavenger hunt to take place in historic Roswell on Saturday, Nov. 15. The hunt will begin at the Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau and end at Mac McGee’s Irish Pub in Roswell.

Teams of up to five members will be given clues, administered a series of questions

to answer along the route and pose for photos. Extra points will be given for uploading these photos to the Roswell Historical Society’s Facebook page.

Johanna Harned, president of the Roswell Historical Society (RHS), said that the scavenger hunt is a “good way to learn the history of Roswell” whether you are a longtime resident or a newcomer to the city. However, she believes any newcomers will likely need the

assistance of a smartphone in answering the difficult questions. Utilizing a smartphone is “another digital aspect” to the hunt, said Harned.

There will also be a costume contest for those participating in the hunt with prizes to be awarded to the best costume. Historical costumes are encouraged. Registration for the hunt will begin at noon with the start of the hunt slated for approximately 1 p.m. and ending at 3 p.m. The cost is $15 per person and $10 for children under the age of 10.

Appetizers will be provided

by Mac McGee Irish Pub and discounts will be given to participants on other food items.

Some driving will be required.

Proceeds from the scavenger hunt will benefit the RHS general fund and to keep a paid, certified archivist on staff. Harned encourages all Roswell residents to gather a team, “have a good time, and learn the history of Roswell” by participating in the scavenger hunt.

For more information on the Roswell Historical Society, visit them online at www. roswellhistoricalsociety.org.

If you go What: Roswell Historical Society “digital” scavenger hunt When: Saturday, Nov. 15, 12-3 p.m.

Where: Starts- Roswell Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, 617 Atlanta St., Roswell, Ga. 30075 Ends- Mac Mcgee Irish Pub, 936 Canton St., Roswell, Ga. 30076

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — With temperatures starting to dip below freezing, Alpharetta officials are reminding property owners to turn off outdoor irrigation systems and protect water pipes from freezing.

“Irrigation systems are very much a problem this time of year, as overspray freezes on streets and sidewalks, causing hazardous conditions for motorists and pedestrians,” said Pete Sewczwicz, the city’s director of engineering and public works. “If an accident or injury occurs due to ice caused by a sprinkler system, the owner of that system will be responsible for any injuries or damages that may result.”

The owner of an irrigation system may also be charged for any costs incurred by the city to treat roads that are frozen due to overspray.

Alpharetta also encourages residents to take these measures to avoid costly repairs due to cracked water pipes:

• Drain water from outdoor sprinkler supply lines following manufacturer’s or installer’s directions. Do not put antifreeze in these lines as it is dangerous to humans, pets and the environment.

• Remove, drain and store hoses used outside.

• Close inside valves supplying outdoor hose bibs, and open outside hose bibs to allow water to drain. Keep the outside valve open so that any water remaining in the pipe can expand without breaking the pipe.

• Consider installing specific products made to insulate water pipes like a pipe sleeve or UL-listed heat tape on exposed water pipes.

“A few inexpensive decisions now can help homeowners avoid costly repairs down the road,” said Sewczwicz.

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Local Scout promoted to Eagle Scout

“Reflections” members will give a free performance at the Roswell Visitor’s Center.

Free concert at Roswell Visitors Center ROSWELL, Ga. – The Roswell Visitors Center will host a free concert on Dec. 14.

Led by band leader J.C. Campbell, the ensemble “Reflections” will entertain with classic songs of the ‘40s and ‘50s.

They have also added Latin, rock and holiday tunes to their repertoire.

The event is part of “Atlanta Plays It Forward,” an organization that assists in providing musical entertainment

If you go

ROSWELL, Ga. – Boy Scout Jack Bazemore, left, took the Eagle Scout oath from former Troop 87 Scoutmaster John Klustner during his Eagle Scout Court of Honor at Roswell Presbyterian Church Sunday, Sept. 28. Jack is the son of John and Faith Bazemore and the great-grandson of the late Celestine Sibley. He hopes the honor will help in his quest to join the Coast Guard Reserve or the Navy Reserve while attending college next year.

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Experts: Drugs a growing teen issue Widely available in schools, homes

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Drugs and alcohol are a frequent hassle for parents of teenage children. Recently, they have become more of a problem for county, school and legal professionals, and action is being taken.

“Drug abuse is behind most

of the crime in Fulton County,” said State Court Judge Christopher Brasher. “That is the reality. Most of the defendants I see are under 25 years old.

When kids come to me, things have gone horribly wrong.”

Members from Fulton County government and nonprofits held a town hall meeting Oct. 29 at Northview High School in Johns Creek to inform parents of what is being done to tackle drug issues.

The forum was one of several held by Fulton County Chairman John Eaves.

“When our children make poor decisions, sometimes they will meet the Fulton criminal justice system,” Eaves said.

“We are arming parents with information to protect our children.”

A panel of state and local experts as well community activists fielded questions from an admittedly meager attendance by local parents.

“Something is terribly wrong when our kids have been to multiple funerals for their peers before they even go to one wedding of their peers,” said one concerned mother.

Kate Boccia, a parent whose son is serving a prison sentence after he became addicted to heroin, said dealers would stop by her home and put her son’s drugs in their mailbox. This is common.

“You might not get pizza delivered to your house, but you can get heroin delivered and they don’t ask if you are 18,” said Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard.

Matt Meyer, with “Insight,” a drug program in Roswell that helps teens, said he had the ideal upbringing but it did not matter.

“I got high for an entire year before my parents caught me one time,” he said. “This is the dirty secret no one wants to talk about, and no one believes it’s their kids. But once you realize it, it’s too late.”

Often, “too late” means when they are arrested after a violent or drug-related crime.

“We have a problem, a really big problem,” said Howard.

“For the first time, I am having conversations with middle class North Fulton parents whose children are charged with ‘Seven Deadly Sins’ crimes.”

These crimes are those that carry heavy prison sentences largely regardless of age of the offender, such as murder, rape, child molestation and armed robbery.

They have a mandatory

minimum sentence.

Howard said as much as 39 percent of all crimes prosecuted in the county (about 10,000 a year) are drug-related. While the county has a drug court to allow offenders a chance to get clean without prison sentences, he said there are only 175 people currently enrolled – and only eight graduated the last class.

The court does not even have treatment for heroin or opiate addiction.

Mandatory minimum sentences have reduced crime significantly, Howard said.

However there are changes that can be made.

“This is a real problem,” he said. “It is hurting our children and our community.”

Many parents in the audience expressed exasperation at their children given harsh sentences when they may not have had an active role in a crime. Deana Holiday Ingraham, director of Fulton County Schools student discipline, said some rules have to be harsh.

“If a student has a real gun in school, the law requires them to be suspended for at least a calendar year. No intent is needed, they just have to have it. What if they drop it and someone takes it? Weapons are serious,” she said. “If they cause bodily harm to a school employee, they can face mandatory permanent expulsion. If they are caught bullying twice, they can be forced into an alternative school.”

She said the rules and consequences at schools are detailed in papers handed out each year to students. It is a parent’s responsibility – as well as the students’ – to become familiar with these rules.

However, drugs in schools is a tricky issue, said the panel. In private schools, requiring students to take part in drug testing is often written into the contract signed. In public schools, that cannot be

What are the 7 Deadly Sin crimes in Georgia?

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Georgia is the 17th state to get a law passed offering amnesty for drug users who call 911 to help a friend. Anyone can call 911 if they are in the presence of someone overdosing on drugs.

Neither they nor the victim can be arrested or charged. This also applies to underage drinking and alcohol poisoning. required. The law forbids it. Instead, the schools must rely on drug-sniffing dogs, which can find drugs inside the school but cannot tell if a student is high. Howard said the public meetings have amassed stories from plenty of concerned parents. The next step is to collect hard data.

Once there is data, he said, policy and laws can change.

He hopes to collect the number of users, how many deaths are related to drug use and what facilities or programs are available to help those addicted.

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Toys for Tots tournament Kids invited to share ‘Cookies with the Clauses’ benefits multiple charities ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department will offer an opportunity for children to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus Wednesday, Dec. 3 at its “Cookies with the Clauses” event from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Alpharetta Community Center, 175 Roswell St., Alpharetta.

Children will enjoy decorating cookies and visiting with Santa and Mrs. Claus, as well as a performance by the Rhythm and Shoes dancers, holiday tunes and making fun crafts.

Parents are asked to bring a camera for a special photo of their children with the Clauses.

This is a free program, but pre-registration is required by Dec. 1.

Walk-ins will not be allowed. Participants are asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy in support of the U.S. Marines’ annual Toys for Tots campaign.

Others who wish to donate a toy to Toys for Tots may drop off a toy in the donation box at the Alpharetta Community Center beginning Nov. 17. Donations will be taken through Dec. 3.

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CUMMING, Ga. — The seventh annual Metropolitan Golf Association Toys for Tots holiday charity golf tournament will be held Dec. 6 at 9:30 a.m. at the Alpharetta Athletic Club’s East Course. The tournament is the largest charity event of the year at AAC and will benefit both Toys for Tots and Turning Point Women’s Health Care with a goal of raising more than 200 toys and $20,000 for these charities.

MGA is looking for its AAC members to participate in one of four ways. A corporate sponsorship will cost $500, and the company will receive signage at the entrance to clubhouse among other benefits.

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Bikes for Kids, founded by the Mullenbach Family in Johns Creek, will now be managed by Bike Alpharetta, Inc., a non-profit advocacy organization that promotes safe and fun cycling in north Fulton County. We hope to provide 200-300 quality, gently-used bicycles and tricycles to three charities - North Fulton Community Charities, The Drake House and Home Stretch.

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By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ATLANTA – The grand opening of Avalon, North American Properties’ $600 million mixed-use development in Alpharetta, marks a new era in economic development for Fulton County.

While “live-work-play” templates have been proposed for areas throughout the region, few match the scope found in the 86-acre development off of Ga. 400.

The project came about in large part through a financing arrangement with the Development Authority of Fulton County. The Authority issued $550 million in industrial revenue bonds, which provided North American Properties with the funding needed to build the project.

“We are excited about this new project in the county and were delighted to play a role in bringing it to fruition,” said DAFC Chairman Bob Shaw.

The Authority issues taxable and tax-exempt bonds for qualified economic development projects across unincorporated Fulton County and its municipalities. The bonds,

the interest on which may be taxable or tax-exempt from income taxes, facilitate financing for a company or institution in order for it to buy land, build or expand facilities, upgrade equipment or otherwise make investments that enhance the tax base and create jobs within Fulton County, Shaw said.

In the case of Avalon, DAFC provided the funding, then sold the debt to Avalon. Because the Authority holds the property, the arrangement grants Avalon a tax abatement over the next 10 years.

“We issued the bonds, but it’s up to the borrower to pay it back,” said Al Nash, DAFC executive director.

The tax abatement was one element of the deal that rankled Alpharetta city officials, who say the city estimates it will lose more than $3.5 million in anticipated property tax revenues over the 10-year term. Under the agreement, Avalon will pay 50 percent of the property taxes the first year. The percentage increases 5 percent each year until the 10th year, when the full assessment kicks in.

Members of the Alpharetta City Council said the financing deal was arranged without their knowledge. The city had long been searching for a buyer for the property, which had gone into foreclosure during the 2007-2008 real estate crash.

While the property was in

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foreclosure, the city received nothing in the way of tax revenue from it. However, once the bankruptcy was settled, Alpharetta’s annual revenue on the property ranged from a low of $38,000 to a high of $79,000.

In their negotiations with the developer, the city had granted zoning abatements on impact fees. In return, North American Properties agreed to complete a stretch of Westside Parkway through its property.

Nash, however, says that in part because of the deal, the city will benefit from hundreds of new jobs and additional sales tax. Even with the initial break on property taxes, he said, the city, county and

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school district will receive more revenue than what the property had been yielding.

“I’m looking at the positive side,” Nash said. “I was at Avalon yesterday, and I was blown away by the number of people walking through the shops.”

Nash said the bonds allowed North American Properties to complete Avalon in time for this year’s holiday season, which should generate addi-

tional sales tax revenues for all of Fulton County and its cities.

In addition, the vacant property adjacent to the development will also climb in value, further adding to the property tax digest.

“This project is a spark plug,” he said. “There is great interest in development all around the site.”

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New chiropractic practice comes to Roswell Gluten-free bakery opens in Alpharetta

Business: Precision Chiropractic Opened: May 2014 Owner: Erica Basso What: Using the tonal chiropractic method, Dr. Erica Basso and Dr. Sam Potrzebowski have extensive education and certification in pediatric and prenatal chiropractic methods.

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How to survive a home inspection It can be very stressful to have an inspector come in and tell you everything that is wrong with your home.

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The report should identify broken items and safety concerns. Inspectors will often recommend further inspections by licensed HVAC contractors or roofers because home inspectors are taking a general look at a home. But prior to getting the inspection report, there are several things a seller can do to help “survive” the ordeal: Have your home pre-inspected It may seem like double the work, but having it preinspected and repairing those items in advance will prevent anything of concern showing up on the buyer’s inspection report and may save a lot of heartache down the road.

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Northside Hospital announces revolutionary robotics procedures First Magellan procedure in state performed at Forsyth campus

By KATHLEEN WATSON news@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Northside Hospital Healthcare System is introducing three advanced robotic surgery technologies: the Magellan Robotic System, the da Vinci Xi Surgical System and the MAKOplasty surgical arm.

Northside Hospital is the first health care institution in the state of Georgia to utilize the groundbreaking Magellan Robotic System, which is designed to perform a myriad of minimally invasive endovascular procedures.

The procedures will be available at both the Atlanta and Forsyth County campuses.

The first live procedure to

be performed in Georgia took place on Oct. 21 at Northside Hospital-Forsyth.

“This technology will grant an unprecedented level of precision to Northside vascular surgeons navigating the extremely complex anatomy of peripheral blood vessels,” said Dr. Joseph Ricotta, chair of vascular surgery and endovascular therapy at Northside and medical director of vascular services. Ricotta is also the lead Northside physician for the procedure.

Ricotta said the Magellan Robotic System builds upon Northside’s longstanding expertise in surgical robotics and enables Northside Hospital to offer “the broadest set of options with the most cutting-

edge technologies for treatment of patients with vascular disease.”

The Magellan Robotic System is able to robotically shape endovascular catheters during the procedure, so that a single catheter may be used instead of exchanging for various pre-shaped catheters during the procedure. This may lead to fewer catheter exchanges during the procedure, more predictable procedure times and may help facilitate navigation through very complex anatomy, potentially leading to less radiation and contrast exposure, making the procedure safer for the patient.

The da Vinci Xi Surgical System, the latest version of the da Vinci robot, is already

being utilized for complex procedures like partial nephrectomy (kidney removal).

Dr. Scott Miller performed the first surgery with this device in Georgia on Oct. 1.

The Xi is the newest iteration of the robotic system and comes with a whole suite of improved patient outcomes.

The MAKOplasty procedure at Northside Hospital-Forsyth has helped to improve the surgical outcomes of patients requiring hip and partial knee replacements. Through threedimensional models, motion capture and real-time virtual views of the patient’s anatomy, doctors are able to provide more accurate fittings and ensure that post-procedure pain is reduced significantly for patients.

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Emory Eye Center opens clinic in Johns Creek ATLANTA – Emory Eye Center has opened a new clinic in the Johns Creek/Cumming area. Comprehensive ophthalmologist Rabeea Janjua, MD, and optometrist Petra Jo, OD, will see patients at the Emory Johns Creek Physician’s Plaza, Suite 115, at 6335 Hospital Parkway, Johns Creek.

Janjua joined the Emory Eye Center in November, relocating from Maryland. She provides educational efforts at Grady Memorial Hospital as well as her clinics at Emory Johns Creek. A graduate of George Washington University, Janjua received her medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore and interned at the University of Maryland. She completed her ophthal-

mology residency there as well, serving as co-chief resident.

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She is a member of the American Academy of Optometry, South Carolina Optometric Physician Association, American Optometric Association and the Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Society. Her areas of clinical interest are primary eye care, comprehensive eye care and ocular disease.

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Research firm changes name, relocates to Alpharetta ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The Atlanta Institute of Medicine and Research has moved its offices to Alpharetta from Sandy Springs and will change its name to the Institute for Advanced Medical Research. The institute conducts neurological research, including studies in the area of depression, Alzheimer’s disease, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), adult and adolescent attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), fibromyalgia and anxiety.

“We wanted our offices to be more convenient for people who want to participate in our research studies,” said Dr. Angelo Sambunaris, IAMR medical director and founder. “The name selection better describes what we do. Not only do we conduct research but we also provide educational resources to those who need more information about these diseases.”

The Institute for Advanced Medical Research was founded in 1998 and is the only neuroscience facility of its kind in the area. For more information, visit iamresearch.org or call 770-817-9200.

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HoopsN’Sand sports facility holds grand opening CUMMING, Ga. – HoopsN’Sand, an 8,800-squarefoot sports and recreation facility at 1710 Redi Road, Suite 100, in Cumming held its grand opening recently. The complex features a full-size basketball/volleyball court, a half basketball court and an indoor sand volleyball court.

Through Up With Kids Sports Inc., a youth training program operated by former pro basketball player Samuel Hines, the facility offers a variety of year-round training opportunities. It also provides facilities for parties and corporate events and sand fitness training.

More information can be found at www.HoopsNSand.com or by calling 470-297-5620.

ATLANTA – Thomas Musgrave, executive vice president and chief information officer for Americold, has been named a finalist for the CIO of the Year by the Georgia CIO Leadership Association.

The annual award honors chief information officers and those in equivalent positions who have demonstrated excellence in technology leadership at Georgia’s top MUSGRAVE organizations.

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EVENTS: ST. BENEDICT 10TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR

What: St. Benedict hosts their 10th annual holiday bazaar, which will feature over 40 different regional artisans.

Where: St. Benedict Catholic Church, 11045 Parsons Rd., Johns Creek When: Saturday, Nov. 15 Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 pm.

Cost: Free admission Online: stbenedict.net Info: Continental breakfast and

BOOK AUTHOR RICK BRAGG STORYTELLING

A storytelling and talk with book author, Rick Bragg along with music performed by Kurt Scobie at Red Clay Theatre, 3116 Main St., Duluth. Thursday, Nov. 13.

Begins at 7 p.m. $5 at the door Vist gwinnettpl.org for more info.

lunch will be served. All money raised through breakfast and lunch sales will support mission trips throughout the year.

ROSWELL ROTARY CLUB » MEETING INFO Thursdays from 12 – 1:15 p.m.

Roswell Area Park Activities Building 10495 Woodstock Road November 13 MEETING Stanley Rasmussen Atlanta Symphony November 20 MEETING Chattahoochee Nature Center

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Milton High School hosts their 6th annual Holiday Bazaar which features over 45 vendors at Milton High School, 13025 Birmingham Hwy., Milton.

Saturday, Nov. 15 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free, Email miltonbazaar@ gmail.com for more info.

11TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL

What: An arts & crafts festival hosted

by Sawnee Artist Association Where: Lanier Tech Forsyth Conference Center, 3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Cumming When: Saturday, Nov. 15 through Sunday, Nov. 16 Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday Cost: Free admission Online: sawneeart.org

AUTUMN OWL PROWL

What: An evening of stories, songs and sounds of the park and get to see an owl up close.

Where: Chattahoochee River Environmental Education Center, 8615 Barnwell Rd., Johns Creek Hours: 6-9 p.m.

Cost: Free Online: nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/ events.htm Info: Reservations are required.

Please call 678-538-1200 to make reservations. Dress for the weather, wear shoes for walking on a forest trail. Bring a flashlight.

GEORGIA PHILHARMONIC “SEASON’S TURN” CONCERT

Georgia Philharmonic presents “Season’s Turn” concert at Cambridge High School, 2845 Bethany Bend, Milton. Saturday, Nov. 15. Concert begins at 7 p.m. $26 for adults, $16 for seniors and $11 for students.

SCOTTSDALE FARMS ANNUAL CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE

What: An annual Christmas Open House by Scottsdale Farms with live music, door prizes, book signings and more.

Where: Scottsdale Farms Garden Center, 15639 Birmingham Hwy., Alpharetta When: Thursday, Nov. 13 Hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Cost: Free Online: socttsdalefarms.com

FRIENDS OF THE ROSWELL LIBRARY FALL BOOK SALE

STARRY NIGHT, SATURDAY NOV. 15 » Join us from 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. for an evening of delicious food and drinks, auction, and a gorgeous setting under the stars. For more info visit starhousefoundation. org.

MILTON HIGH SCHOOL 6TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR

What: Book sale Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell When: Wednesday, Nov. 12 Hours: 2-5:30 p.m.

Cost: Free admission, book costs vary Online: afpls.org/roswell-branch6

MUSIC: ATLANTA FLUTE ENSEMBLE FALL CONCERT

What: A fall concert by the Atlanta Flute Ensemble directed

by Kathy Farmer Where: Northeast/ Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Rd., Johns Creek When: Wednesday, Nov. 12 Hours: 10:30-11 a.m.

Cost: Free Info: Reservations are required. Call 770-360-8820 to make reservations.

Online: afpls.org

RACES & BENEFITS: FIVE POINTS CHALLENGE 5K

What: a 5K run/walk that benefits Friends of Tony & Reaping Nature, charities focused on childhood cancer and environmental awareness

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ANNUAL NORTHBROOK HOLIDAY SALE

A holiday sale and silent auction hosted by Northbrook United Methodist Church at Northbrook United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 11225 Crabapple Rd., Roswell. Friday, Nov. 14 from 9:15 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Free. Visit northbrookumc.com for more info.

Where: Windermere Golf Club, 5000 Davis Love Dr., Cumming Hours: Race begins at 8 a.m.

Cost: $30 for an individual, $25 for a team member Online: reapingnature.org/FivePoints-Challenge-5K.html

THEATER: THE ELEPHANT MAN

What: A theatre play presented by the Georgia Ensemble Theatre about the struggles of a deformed man in London during the later part of the 19th century.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell When: Wednesday, Nov. 12 through Sunday, Nov. 16 Hours: Showtimes vary.

Cost: Varies from $20 to $22 per ticket Online: get.org

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Could Your Thyroid Be Why You Are Not Feeling Well?

By DR. SEAN SAVEDOFF – REVOLUTION HEALTH Perhaps you are one of the 13 million people in this country that go to your doctor with sudden weight gain, fatigue, hot flashes, infertility, depression, or some other unexplained symptom and ask about your thyroid. They send you out for blood work that comes back normal. The truth is you can go 20-30 years with symptoms before your blood work is abnormal. Finally, when it becomes abnormal, your doctor will put you on thyroid replacement hormones for the rest of your life. Is there another answer? Read on!

Why Your Blood Work Looks Normal, But You Do Noy Feel Well Most doctors think the problem is just in the thyroid when most of the time it is not.

The reason for this is because thyroid conditions most often occur because of a problem

somewhere other than the thyroid gland itself.

Thyroid hormone levels of TSH, T3, and T4 can appear normal. I give SAVEDOFF my patients 3 reasons for this phenomenon.

Let’s start with the first reason. T4 hormone must be converted to T3 active hormone. If this conversion does not take place, then the message to the cell will never get through.

Only active T3 can be used in the cell. T4 is the stored hormone and not active in the cell and therefore, must be converted to T3. The hormone most doctors give as a replacement hormone is T4.

Therefore, if you are not making the conversion your blood work will look normal and you still don’t feel well.

The conversion takes place

in the liver. If your liver is stressed, by toxic overload for instance, then the conversion may not take place. Has your doctor ever considered your liver in your thyroid program?

Normal TSH levels do not mean your body is normal and healthy.

The Second Reason, and Perhaps the Most Common

Reason, for Your Blood Work Being Normal but Still Not Feeling Well: Active T3 cannot be used in the cell because the receptors to the T3 on the cell are blunted. An important point that I teach is that hormone problems are not necessarily problems with hormones themselves, but rather the receptor to the hormone. Similar to Type II Diabetes, where the diabetic has plenty of insulin but the receptors to the insulin are blunted and unable to “hear” the message in order to allow the glucose in the cell, and therefore the glucose cannot get into the cell to produce

energy.

That condition is referred to as insulin resistance. T3 resistance works the same way. It is like having plenty of gasoline but not being able to get it into your car. Your cells are literally starving for T3, however, due to the feedback mechanism, the pituitary gland in the brain gets a message that there is adequate T3 and signals the thyroid that everything is ok and therefore your blood work will be normal. If your doctor is not addressing the 3 main causes of cellular inflammation, and therefore hormone resistance, you will spend the rest of your life on medication and chasing symptoms.

The Third Reason, Why the Gold Standard TSH Levels Miss the Autoimmune Condition Hashimoto’s: Finally, the 3rd reason is that the problem could potentially be you are suffering

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Restore your Thyroid and increase your energy naturally.

You are cordially invited to join us for dinner.

Tuesday, November 18th 7pm • The Diner at Northpoint

Enjoy dinner while learning how you can effectively heal your thyroid and increase your energy and vitality.

Do you experience any of these symptoms?

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At this event YOU will find real answers to:

• Why your blood work looks normal, but you do not feel well • Why 80% of thyroid symptoms are auto-immune related and why most doctors do not test for them • How you may have a condition “reverse T-3 dominance” that can be revealed by a simple test

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The Impact of Diabetes on Your Vision

Exercise is medicine

By ANN-MARIE GIGLIO, C.P.T., F.M.S We’ve come a long way from our earliest ancestors. They worked: walking, running, dragging, lifting. Today? We work our fingers. We push a button, reach through a window, grab a bag of food (800+ calories), push the button again, using a whopping 13 calories. The cost of this ease?

Our health.

Exercise and its impact on health have been studied for decades. According to Edward M. Phillips, M.D., Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School, doctors “need to use their prescription pads to promote the most cost-effective

and potent treatment we know: exercise.”

He noted, “Last year, a groundbreaking megastudy found that exercise GIGLIO is similar to many drug interventions in preventing early death in patients with coronary heart disease, heart failure, recovering from stroke, and in preventing diabetes.”

That means the effect of exercise on the body was similar to drugs!

Another study showed people with moderate hip osteoarthritis might avoid hip

surgery with exercise. Another confirmed that exercise significantly reduces the risk of dementia.

These are gold standard, peer-reviewed studies. The evidence is so clear that the American College of Sports Medicine created a certification called, yes, “Exercise is Medicine.”

I have seen clients reduce or eliminate blood pressure medication after 6 months of our programs.

So, if you’d like to get on the path to better health, exercise! Simply taking a walk is a great place to start. Do it today!

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November is American Diabetes Month. According to the National Eye Institute (NEI), diabetes affects more than 29 million people in the United States.

When uncontrolled, diabetes often causes eye complications including cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and even blindness.

“Anyone with diabetes should have a comprehensive eye exam at least once a year,” says Nhora Abril, O.D., at Thomas Eye Group.

“Early detection and timely treatment is important in preventing severe vision loss.”

Diabetic Retinopathy is the leading cause of blindness in adults 20-74 years of age.

Many people in the early stages of diabetic retinopathy may not have symptoms or notice changes in their vision.

Without treatment, the disease can cause irreversible vision loss.

“Our doctors are well versed in ABRIL the management of diabetic eye disease and will perform a thorough dilated exam,” said Tim Couch, Director of Operation at Thomas Eye Group in Roswell.

For more information on diabetic eye disease and its impact on your vision, contact Thomas Eye Group at 770-475-5515 or visit www. thomaseye.com.

Thomas Eye Group is a full service eye care provider with eight offices in greater Atlanta including a location at 11690 Alpharetta Highway in Roswell.

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Do you find that no matter how much you exercise or how little you eat, you still can’t seem to get rid of that excess five, ten or twenty pounds?

Well it could be that your weight problem is due to a hormone imbalance. Particularly estrogen.

Estrogen balance is essential for achieving and maintaining fat loss.

Excess estrogen or “estrogen dominance” causes fat gain, water retention, bloating, and many other health and wellness issues.

While premenopausal women excess estrogen tend to have more weight at the hips, menopausal women with estrogen excess exhibit more fat accumulation in their middle.

We are constantly exposed to estrogen-like compounds in foods that contain toxic pesticides and growth hormones. These toxins are known to cause weight gain, which causes the production of more estrogen from our own fat cells. More estrogen then increases more weight gain.

Pharmaceutical hormones, such as those used in hormone-replacement therapy (HRT) or birth control pills, also increase estrogen.

So, what can you do? Well, the first step is to cleanse your body of these toxic chemicals and re-balance your hormones.

At the same time, nutritional recommendations and dietary changes are put in place to help your body return to a state of optimal health.

If you’re reading this and thinking, “Could this work for FALOR me?” Call our office at 678-867-7200 and schedule a consultation. You have nothing to lose, except a lifetime of accumulated toxins in your body.

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ADHD – not just in children anymore Adult ADHD is associated with multiple comorbidities such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and other personality disorders. Adult ADHD is a valid psychiatric disorder of adulthood distinct from these other conditions.

Adult attention deficit disorder differs from the childhood variant because the hyperactivity in adults may be replaced by other symptoms such as anxiety, impulsivity and inattentiveness. In fact, prior to 2002 there were no diagnostic guidelines, but there have been great advances since. Some of the symptoms that characterize Adult ADHD are:

ADHD is a relatively common psychiatric disorder among adults. The prevalence is thought to be 3.5%-5.3%, which accounts for more than 11 million cases in the United States alone. With increased public awareness, adult ADHD became a topic of great interest so clinicians should be able to diagnose, treat, and manage patients with this disorder.

Etiology is still uncertain. Genetics however is believed to play a prominent role, followed in importance by acquired injuries to the brain.

ADHD was widely thought to be strictly a disorder of childhood. Now there are numerous scientific papers and clinical trials that acknowledge the existence of an adult version of this disorder, which can be traced back to the younger years.

Before this time ADHD in adults was known as Minimal Brain Damage or Dysfunction (MBD).

1. Often fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in school-work, work or other activities.

2. Often has difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities.

3. Often does not seem to listen when spoke to directly.

4. Often does not follow through on instructions and fails to finish schoolwork, chores or duties in the workplace (not due to oppositional behavior or failure to understand directions) 5. Often has difficulty organizing tasks and activities.

6. Often avoids, dislikes, or is reluctant to engage in tasks that require sustained mental effort (such as schoolwork or homework)Often loses things necessary for tasks and activities (eg.

School assignments, pencils, keys) 7. Is often easily distracted by extraneous stimuli.

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8. Is often forgetful in daily activities.

Some children with ADHD continue to have it as adults. And many adults who have the disorder don’t know it. They may feel that it is impossible to get organized, keep a job, or remember and keep appointments. Daily tasks such as getting up in the morning, preparing to leave the house for work, arriving at work on time, and being productive on the job can be especially challenging for adults with ADHD. These adults may have a history of failure at school, problems at work, failed relationships and traffic accidents. Like teens, adults with ADHD may seem restless and may try to complete several tasks as once, most of them unsuccessfully. They also tend to prefer “quick fixes,” rather than taking the steps needed to achieve greater rewards.

Treatment is very rewarding. The first medications to be approved by the FDA belonged to a non-stimulant group of medications: Atomoxetine. The FDA later approved stimulants such as methylphenidate and mixed amphetamine salts. Group delivered cognitive behavioral therapy is recommended in some cases as a supportive treatment.

If you or someone you know may have Adult ADHD, call Johns Creek Family Medicine at 770-771-6591 and schedule an appointment with Dr. Zack Charkawi.

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FAQ – Bladeless cataract surgery What is a cataract and what is cataract surgery?

Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss in people over 40 and today cataracts affect more than 22 million Americans age 40 and older. At some point in our life, we will all develop a cataract.

The natural lens of the eye yellows and becomes cloudy with age as a result of biological changes of the proteins inside the lens. The function of the human lens is to focus incoming light onto the back of the eye. As your lens ages, light from the outside worlds becomes more and more distorted as it enters your eye.

Difficulty reading, needing more light to read, experiencing glare and haloes at night and, even poor sleep patterns can be explained by cataract formation.

The treatment for cataracts involves an almost painless, 10 minute surgery to remove the “clouded lens” or “cataract” and replace it with a man made intraocular lens implant. It is the most common surgical procedure in the US and around the world and is considered to be an extremely successful and safe procedure with a success rate approaching 99.5%.

What is laser cataract surgery?

With traditional cataract surgery, all the steps of the surgery are customarily performed “manually” by the surgeon using handheld tools. Laser cataract surgerythe next evolution of cataract surgery with the Ziemer Z6 laser generally offers a greater amount of precision, predictability and safety to these steps leading to potentially improve visual outcomes and more precise targets. With the Ziemer Z6 Laser System, your surgeon has the potential to offer you unmatched accuracy and a more predictable and customized cataract procedure.

Based on your medical history and pre-operative evaluation, you and your surgeon will discuss the options available for your desired visual result.

Together you can discuss a treatment plan which may include using the LDV Z6 to create the laser incisions in the cornea along with an advanced lens implant that may allow for improved near, intermediate or distance vision. This tailored treatment may reduce your need for glasses or contact lenses after surgery.

How is laser cataract surgery different from traditional cataract surgery?

In traditional cataract surgery, incisions in the cornea are made using handheld

instruments including blades to access the cataract. Your surgeon will then use a surgical device to manually create a circular opening in the lens capsule of the eye that holds the cataract. The Ziemer Z6 laser can be used to make the corneal incisions precise and the opening in the lens capsule as circular as possible, in the right location, and sized to fit the replacement lens.

Your surgeon can also use the laser to break up and soften the hard cataract.

Softening the lens with the laser enables your surgeon to then remove the cataract more gently and with significantly less ultrasound energy than is used in traditional manual cataract surgery.

What are the benefits of laser cataract surgery?

• A highly customized treatment • A treatment with little or no discomfort • A potentially more precise and predictable treatment • By and large, a gentler and easier cataract removal • Generally, a more rapid visual recovery due to reduced inflammation • The opportunity to receive tailored treatment with advanced technology multifocal lenses, which may reduce the need for glasses or contact lenses after surgery Am I a suitable candidate for laser cataract surgery?

Your surgeon and you will decide whether you are a suitable candidate based on your eye anatomy, type of cataract and type of lens implant that you desire. Most patients are candidates for having some of the steps of cataract surgery performed with the Ziemer Z6 laser.

How long has the procedure been performed?

Thousands of cataract procedures have been successfully performed using femtosecond laser systems, and femtosecond lasers have been used in eye procedures for decades. The most familiar use of femtosecond laser technology is LASIK. Femtosecond lasers represent an advanced standard in precision laser cataract surgery and the Ziemer Z6 platform was FDA cleared in 2013.

What should I expect on the day of surgery?

Your day in surgery should be no different than a routine cataract case. The Ziemer Z6 laser is positioned next to the surgeon and is utilized seamlessly during the cataract surgery process. You will be given mild IV sedation that will likely keep you pleasantly unaware of the goings on in

surgery. Not only is it potentially painless, there are no needles or stitches as part of the procedure.

What should I expect after surgery?

After surgery, you can generally expect your vision to be improved within 24 hours.

Generally, patients experience no pain after surgery. Slight scratchiness of the eye is common and they prescribed eye drops will help with any of these symptoms. Many patients return to work or normal activities the next day and

even drive themselves to their post-op day one appointment!

How long does the procedure take?

You can expect to be at our center for about 2 hours, and you will be in the procedure room for only 20-25 minutes.

Please call 678-688-4575 or visit our website at milaneyecenter.com for more information on how to schedule your Cataract evaluation at Milan Eye Center where compassion meets excellence in eye care.

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Milan Eye Center is the first practice in the United States to offer bladeless cataract surgery of its type.

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Milan Eye Center is excited to announce that we have been chosen to be the first practice in the United States to use the Ziemer Z6 Laser for bladeless laser cataract surgery.

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(NAPSI)—If you have high blood pressure and purchase an over-the-counter (OTC) medication, you may be getting more than you bargained for.

That’s the word from experts who caution that some medications taken over the counter can have a negative impact on blood pressure.

If patients are unknowingly taking medications that elevate blood pressure, it could undermine efforts to keep blood pressure in a safe range.

The First Step Willie E. Lawrence, Jr., M.D., a spokesman for the American Heart Association and chief of cardiology at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri, said the first step is for people with high blood pressure to know which products could cause variations in blood pressure. Cold medicines, painkillers and energy pills or drinks are a few products to watch out for if you have high blood pressure.

“Patients should be aware of the list of things that we know can cause an elevation in blood pressure,” Dr. Lawrence said. He advised that these products should be avoided, used with caution, used only for a short amount of time or used after a discussion with a medical professional.

Tips On Using OTCs People with hypertension should educate themselves before mixing their high blood pressure medication with over-the-counter medicines. Some things to consider include: • Chat with a doctor. Lawrence cautions that people who have high blood pressure need to tell their doctors about any over-the-counter medicine they are taking or have taken recently.

• Be a label reader. Medication labels should be scrutinized as thoroughly as food labels.

Patients should use increased vigilance in cooler months because when temperatures drop, colds become more common.

Look for cold medicines labeled as safe for people with high blood pressure. Decongestants such as pseudoephedrine, which may increase blood pressure, are key ingredients to avoid.

• Skip the salt. A top ingredient to avoid in medications, as in food, is salt, which may increase blood pressure due to fluid retention. On the ingredient label, it may be listed as “salt,” “sodium” or “soda.”

• Avoid highly caffeinated products. Caffeine raises blood pressure and impacts heart rate.

According to Dr. Lawrence, this effect is especially intense if you’re not used to it. He recommends that people with high blood pressure avoid high-caffeine energy drinks.

• Ask before using painkillers. Patients should also use caution and speak to their doctors before using common painkillers, such

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with Hashimoto’s, which is an autoimmune condition where the body is attacking itself.

The fact is that most doctors give T4 replacement hormone, which does very little if anything, for the autoimmune type of hypothyroid. The success of treatment will be deceiving because the T4 hormone will make your blood work appear normal. TSH levels are considered the “gold standard” for thyroid testing. The

People who have high blood pressure need to tell their doctors about any over-the-counter medicine they are taking or have taken recently. as the class of drugs known as NSAIDs, which stands for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

This class includes prescribed medicines as well as over-the-counter aspirin, Advil (ibuprofen) and Aleve (naproxen). NSAIDs are associated with increased risks for people with heart disease and its risk factors. In addition, “These medicines may raise blood pressure a little and at higher doses they can damage the kidneys,” Dr. Lawrence said. Since high blood pressure can lead to kidney disease, that makes adding NSAIDs a bigger health risk.

• Know the numbers. Those with moderately elevated or high blood pressure should monitor it regularly, particularly when taking new medications.

“People taking medicines in these classes should be monitoring their blood pressure at home to make certain it is staying within the range recommended by their doctor,” Dr. Lawrence said. “If it increases excessively and is consistently over 140/90, then they need to speak to their doctor.”

Learn more online at www.heart.org/HBP. Merck Consumer Care, maker of Coricidin® HBP, is a sponsor of the American Heart Association’s High Blood Pressure website.

truth is there is not one study that shows that normal TSH levels have ANYTHING to do with normal thyroid function.

Before 1971, we treated the patient; today, sadly, we treat the lab results.

Food Intolerance, Autoimmune Hypothyroid and Hashimoto’s Food intolerances can drive inflammation and therefore, your own immune system to attack itself (autoimmune). A massive number of people in this country, enough to constitute an epidemic, have gastrointestinal issues from IBS, Crohn’s, Celiac, and leaky gut,

which allow foreign proteins to cross through the gut and cause the immune system to start the attack. Hashimoto’s can be the downstream result of this preventable condition.

Has your doctor considered your gastrointestinal system as the cause of your thyroid problem?

The proper tests must be done for success.

Contact Revolution Health today to schedule your free consultation, or come out to our upcoming dinner talk to learn more (see our ad for details) 770-731-9410, WWW. THYROIDHELPGA.COM

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Tonsils... Liability or asset?

By Bryant T. Conger, M.D. The tonsils and adenoids are the body’s first line of defense as part of the immune system.

They sample bacteria and viruses CONGER that enter the body through the mouth and nose, but they sometimes become infected and at times, they become more of a liability than an asset.

The two most common problems affecting the tonsils and adenoids are recurrent infections of the nose and throat and significant enlargement that causes nasal obstruction and/or breathing, swallowing, and sleep problems.

Chronic tonsillitis and infections within the tonsils that produce foul-smelling white deposits can also affect the tonsils and adenoids, making them sore and swollen.

Cancers of the tonsil require early diagnosis and aggressive treatment.

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• Uncomfortable or painful swallowing • Swollen lymph nodes (glands) in the neck • Fever • Bad breath Signs of adenoid and tonsil enlargement are: • Breathing through the mouth instead of the nose most of the time • Nose sounds “blocked” when the person speaks • Chronic runny nose • Recurrent ear infections • Snoring at night • Restlessness during sleep or pauses in breathing during sleep At North Fulton Ear, Nose & Throat, our physicians are well-equipped to handle all forms of tonsil and adenoid disease.

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So big deal, a little inflammation

By Leslie Gaskill, M.D. Exactly,….. BIG DEAL! Inflammation is not something to take lightly. Let’s put it this way, if you came across a smoldering fire in your house, you wouldn’t just walk away...would you?

I suspect that you would consider this an important matter to tend to, because GASKILL you know that even a small smoldering fire could quickly become a big rip roaring fire that could burn your house down.

Your thought process might be something like, “don’t panic, just put the fire out; and put the fire out fast.!” You might even say “Whew, I am glad I caught that fire while it was small, and thank God that I just happened to walk in here and see this.”

Yeh, it would be an emotional and financial disaster to lose your home. So what if we were talking about your life? All it takes is ONE fire to cause an event i.e heart attack and stroke.

There are many causes of inflammation that can ultimately cause your arteries to be fragile. The arteries can suddenly rupture as plaque pushes through the wall like a volcano.

A clot is formed, blocking the flow and BOOM. You have a heart attack or stroke. What causes inflammation?

Great question.

Stress, bad diet, migraines, autoimmune diseases( like lupus and psoriasis), smoking, cholesterol, insulin resistance, prediabetes, diabetes, PCOS, liver disease, sleep disorders, and, periodontal disease to just name a few.

Don’t get a false sense of security if you are a marathon runner, passed your stress test,

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Holiday Weight Management—It’s a Balancing Act

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Help your waistline survive the holidays Courtesy of Northside Hospital Diabetes & Nutrition Services The average Thanksgiving meal adds up to nearly 1900 calories—almost as much as what the average person should consume in a typical day. Between the turkey, stuffing and pecan pie, Thanksgiving can be a difficult time to resist temptation, but with a little will power and the right knowledge, you CAN avoid packing on those pesky holiday pounds.

Remember – weight gain

prevention is much easier than trying to diet after the holidays.

Northside Hospital offers these healthy eating guidelines to help: Don’t skip meals to “save room” for a holiday feast. You just end up bingeing later.

Eat a light, low calorie, high-fiber meal before going to a holiday party or dinner to keep you in control of your appetite and make it harder to overeat.

Drink lots of water – at least eight cups a day. Don’t waste calories on other beverages.

Bring your own healthy dish and you can be guaranteed that it is good for you.

Look for ways to “skinny down” your favorite holiday fare. Study health-conscious cookbooks and magazines for clever substitutes.

Survey all the food available first, then pick only what you really want. Turkey is lean and healthy, especially the white meat.

Avoid the skin and trimmings. Fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables. Skip the cheese and sauces.

Choose just one starchy

food – either stuffing, bread OR potatoes… not all of them.

Eat in moderation. Practice portion control. Stop when you no longer feel hungry, not when you are stuffed.

Set pre-meal goals to help you keep control of your eating. Make plans to skip seconds or to have just one indulgence.

Eat dessert a few hours after dinner to allow time to digest your meal.

Indulge on the things you only get during the holidays

and eat only partial servings of each.

Sit down to eat. Emphasize conversation and socializing instead of the food. We don’t realize how much we have eaten when we pick at food while standing.

After a big dinner, go for a walk and then try to eat lighter the next couple of days.

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10th annual St. Benedict Holiday Bazaar set Nov.15 JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The St. Benedict Holiday Bazaar returns for the 10th time, Saturday, Nov. 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The event is at St. Benedict Catholic Church, 11405 Parsons Road, and is presented by the St. Benedict Women’s Guild. It features over 40 regional artisans who have created special pieces just for the event. All items are handmade and perfect for the discerning buyer looking for unique holiday shopping.

Newcomer Glenn Levent from Levent Forge designs contemporary jewelry made out of silver, bronze, copper, steel and leather.

“We melt down the metals and make everything from scratch,” he said. “We’re very excited about presenting our unique pieces to this fabulous group of customers.”

Other jewelry designers include I Love Real Pearls, Gorilla Dust Designs, Kelly’s Creations, Peachtree Pearls, Silpada Designs and Renewed Heirlooms.

“We wouldn’t think of not participating in this event,” said Pam Stoughton, who with her partner Sandra Boylan, is returning for a third time.

A specialty of theirs is to fashion new baubles from old bits and pieces of sentimental jewelry.

“It’s a great atmosphere at St. Benedict’s,” she said.

Making their first appearance will be Vintage Tosi, with unique women’s accessories and Just Jane Designs with individually, hand-beaded tiaras and hair accessories.

Children’s items include toys from Hope, Joy and Hugs and Loretta Waldron, doll clothes and accessories from

Sewmeem and clothing and accessories from KidBodies.

New this year are author appearances – novelist Peter Moeller (“He Died a Hero”) and children’s author Tracy Sue Walker (“Never Hire a Fox”).

Both will be there the entire day to sell and autograph their works. Walker is donating a portion of every sale to St. Benedict’s preschool.

Outdoor items include merchandise from Jim Peniston (tables, benches, yard shrines) and YardStix (bird feeders, baths and yard art).

The bazaar will offer gourmet food

Santa comes to Alpharetta CVB ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Santa and Mrs. Claus will greet young visitors Nov. 15 as they get ready to start the holiday season in Alpharetta.

They will be at the Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau between 10 a.m. and noon.

Stop in for an individual or family photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus and have the photo printed and emailed to share with friends and family. This is a free event, and refreshments will be served. No reservations are required.

No pets please. The photographer will be using a “green screen,” so it is recommended that attendees not wear green.

“We are excited to host Santa and

Mrs. Claus in our Welcome Center for the third year in a row,” said Janet Rodgers, president and chief executive officer of the Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau. “It has been a very successful event in the past, and we are looking forward to showcasing the Alpharetta Welcome Center and the CVB’s complimentary event planning services.”

For more information on the event, visit www.awesomealpharetta.com or email Layne Mitchell at layne@awesomealpharetta.com.

The Alpharetta Welcome Center is located at 178 South Main St., Suite 200.

—Jonathan Copsey

Campfire, night hikes offered by Park Service Live owl program at ’Hooch Education Center Nov. 15 JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The National Park Service is hosting its annual Autumn Owl Prowl Saturday, Nov. 15, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Chattahoochee River Environmental Education Center on Barnwell Road in Johns Creek.

This free event includes a campfire, night hikes and live owl programs on the upper deck of the center’s lodge, courtesy of the Chattahoochee Nature Center, a National Park Service partner.Participants will enjoy roasting marshmal-

lows around an open fire, listening to ranger stories and songs and learning about the nocturnal habits of the wildlife of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. Live owl programs will be followed by ranger-guided night hikes.

“Ranger recipe hot apple cider” and complimentary Chattahoochee River Journals with wildlife lists and paw prints will be provided. Dressing for the weather, wearing comfortable hiking shoes and bringing a flashlight are suggested.

For directions to the Environmental Education Center at 8615 Barnwell Road, see www. nps.gov/chat.

The program is free, but reservations are required by calling 678-538-1200.

items from Tastefully Simple and home-baked desserts and breads by St. Benedict Women’s Guild members. Bazaar proceeds go to the Drake House, a North Fulton shelter for homeless women and children, and various charities the Women’s Guild supports.

Continental breakfast and lunch (homemade chicken salad on croissants with lemonade) will be served by members of the church’s youth group.

All money raised through the breakfast and lunch sales supports the group’s mission trips throughout the year.

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Roswell hosts chili cook-off Benefits arts center

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – What goes in your chili? Beef? Sausage?

Turkey? Is it tomato-based or something else? Do you include beans, jalapenos or even chocolate-covered bacon?

Residents and local businesses pitted their chili-making skills against one another Nov. 8 at the fourth annual Roswell Chili Cook-off at Leita Thompson Park.

For two hours, the park was turned into a chili battle ground with the nearly 20 chilies vying for top spot among the public, who could vote for their favorite type.

Ed Hoehn’s “Blazing Saddles” was sure his recipe would wow voters. His tent served up his own brew that included Cajun sausage, corn and beef.

“Nobody else has Cajun sausage,” Hoehn said. “I’m also the only one who has corn in the chili.”

Hoehn ended up taking third place overall.

Pork U’s Lou Kramer won the overall best chili. He had their own special blend of spices that appealed to judges. The inclusion of chocolate-covered bacon didn’t hurt, either.

The money raised from the event went to support the Roswell Arts Center West and the Clay Collective, who were selling unique bowls at the event.

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Ed Hoehn and his team at “Blazing Saddles” serve up their Cajun chili to visitors at the Roswell Chili Cook-off.

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MILTON, Ga. – The Cambridge Feeder Football 7th grade team went undefeated to claim the regional championship. The 7th grade Bears beat Osborne on Saturday, Nov. 8, 34-0, They play Allatoona in the second round of playoffs Saturday Nov. 15, at Cambridge HS at 1 p.m. The 7th Grade Bears are now 9-0 over all.

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Yasamine Mohajer receives award for Rotary Student of the Quarter

Members of Elkins Pointe’s On Pointe Builder’s Club pose for a picture.

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Alpharetta High School Elkins Pointe MS takes part in Youth Parade student wins Rotary student of the quarter Students receive Grand Marshall Award for their work

ALPHARETTA, Ga. – For her leadership qualities, commitment to educational excellence and service to the community, Alpharetta High School student Yasamine Mohajer was selected as Rotary Student of the Quarter by the Alpharetta Rotary Club.

The Rotary Club honored Mohajer with a special breakfast.

Mohajer nominated Lisa Stroligo as Teacher of the Quarter, and Stroligo was also honored by the Alpharetta Rotary.

ROSWELL, Ga. – On Oct. 11, students from Elkins Pointe Middle School participated in the “Play it Forward” Roswell Youth Day Parade.

The children, who are part of their school’s On Pointe Builder’s Club, helped put together the float and raise about $500 for Roswell’s Play It Forward Initiative.

Play It Forward provides financial support for local athletes whose families have fallen into difficult financial times, empowering children to stay involved.

The On Pointe program is an accelerated program for students to receive their eighth and ninth grade curriculum during the course of one school year.

The Historic Roswell Kiwanis Builder’s Club is a philanthropic addition.

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Alpharetta Marching Raider Band win big in Florida ALPHARETTA, Ga. – On Oct. 18, the Alpharetta Marching Raider Band was in Jacksonville Beach, Florida, to compete in the “First Coast Marching Invitational.”

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Cambridge High School chorus members were selected for the Spivey Hall Honor Choir.

Cambridge students participate in Spivey Hall Honor Choir MILTON, Ga. — On Saturday, Oct. 25, seven members of the Cambridge High School chorus participated in the Spivey Hall High School Honor Choir. CHS singers selected for the choir included Sarah Clements, Lindsay Head, Gavin Lamb, Marta Palombo, Kendall Warner, Adowa Walo and DiYang Zhang. Cambridge High School was the only school in the Fulton County School System with students selected for the choir.

Spivey Hall’s high school choral workshop provides outstanding high school singers with some of the finest musical training in the nation and culminates in a public performance in Spivey Hall at Clayton State University.

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The Cambridge singers will team up with the Sedgwick Gallery for a fundraising performance and art auction Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. at the Sedgwick Gallery, located at 61 Roswell St. in Alpharetta.

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Georgia Philharmonic presents ‘Seasons Turn’ MILTON, Ga. — Celebrate the changing of the season with the Georgia Philharmonic on Saturday, Nov. 15 in their concert hall at Cambridge High School at 7 p.m.

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Roswell says goodbye to longtime director Joe Glover held Parks post for 36 years

By JADE RODGERS jade@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – It’s the end of an era at the Roswell Recreation and Parks Department.

Joe Glover, the very first park superintendent that Roswell ever had, announced his retirement from his 36-year reign as director of the Roswell Recreation and Parks.

Glover has spent his whole life in parks and recreation.

“My dad was the president of the St. Simon’s Athletic Association. We were always at the ball field,” said Glover. “My first job was as a lifeguard at the beach, telling people to get off the sand bar. I hated it.”

While working in Glynn County, Glover received a phone call from Bill Johnson, the former director of the Roswell Rec. “Bill asked if I’d be interested in organizing the recreation and parks in Roswell,” he said. “Somebody needed to get things organized, so I went and got things started.”

Since then, Glover has implemented and maintained an atmosphere of close-knit community and high standards in the parks of Roswell.

“We do ‘routine’ every single morning,” Glover said, referring to the regular clean up and maintenance done daily throughout the city parks.

“It’s the little things that stand out like sore thumbs, like having trash on the ground that you want to avoid.

When you walk in our parks, they are clean.”

Glover said he enjoyed expanding the amenities and services that Roswell Rec has to offer.

“One of my favorite things has been developing the trail systems,” he said. “We have over 30 miles, and it gives me a sense of accomplishment when I take a walk and see people enjoying the trails.”

The department has seen so much more from Glover’s tenure, including the support of local civic groups and Rotary, construction of 12 synthetic turf fields and the development of endless programs and centers that bring joy to the residents and children of

Roswell and beyond.

Through the years, Glover has played witness to multiple generations of families who participate in park programs.

“I saw kids in the program when I first came to Roswell who are grown now and bring their kids to enjoy the parks,” said Glover. “We have provided a good quality of life.”

Glover has nothing but praise for his city.

“In a nutshell, it’s the people that make Rowell so great,” he said. “The mayor, politicians and citizens have been so supportive. Our department is like a family, and I’m going to miss the people and staff the most.”

The city of Roswell certainly seems to share the sentiment.

Oct. 11, Glover was appointed grand marshal of Roswell’s annual Youth Day Parade, where he got to ride alongside his son, Kevin, and grandson, Liam, through the city as the three threw candy to excited children.

“Being grand marshal was one of the highlights of my career,” said Glover.

The Roswell Rotary presented Glover with a tribute video at his last meeting. The “Joe Glover Retirement” by Sam Chontas, a friend of Roswell Recreation and Parks, displays aerial shots of Roswell’s parks, along with the Recreation and Parks Department waving goodbye to their longtime director.

“The tribute video made me feel humble,” said Glover.

He said he anticipates great things in store for Roswell under its new park superintendent.

“I am excited and delighted that Morgan Rodgers got the job. He’s ready, he’s capable and I have all the confidence in the world in him,” Glover joked, “Especially since he knows I can still call him up and yell at him.”

Most of all, Glover says that he will miss seeing his “work family” every day.

“It’s a good place to work where you get to see things get done. That’s huge,” Glover said. “I had the best job in Roswell.”

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Grand Marshall Joe Glover: Glover rides with his grandson, Liam, through the crowds of the Youth Day Parade, Oct. 11 on Canton Street.

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The Northview Titans managed to pull out a win Nov. 7 against Centennial.

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Knights miss out on playoffs

Last week’s scores • Milton 35, Wheeler 9 • Roswell 42, Lassiter 27 • Northview 54, Centennial 26 • Alpharetta 34, North Forsyth 14 • Chattahoochee 35, Habersham Central 28 • West Forsyth 34, Johns Creek 3 • Creekview 45, Cambridge 28 • Blessed Trinity 28, Cedar Grove 21 • Mount Paran 35, Mount Pisgah 21 • St. Francis 35, Trion 10 • King’s Ridge 56, Strong Rock Christian 40 • Christian Heritage 42, Fellowship Christian 14

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ROSWELL, Ga. – An injuryravaged Centennial team hung with Northview for most of three quarters, but the visiting Titans pulled away in the final period to score a 54-26 victory Friday night, Nov. 7 and qualify for the state AAAAAA playoffs.

The Knights went into the game without three starters in the defensive line, their middle linebacker, an offensive lineman and versatile Caden Herring, the team’s best allaround player.

They lost two more offensive linemen and a defensive starter during the game, and finally wore down, with the Ti-

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tans scoring the final 32 points to rally from a 26-22 deficit.

“We really played well, but we had too much to overcome,” Centennial coach Jeff Carlberg said. “Northview is really talented and their defense is really good.”

The Knights led 19-14 at the half, scoring on two runs

by Casen Conway, a field goal and a safety when they tackled Northview quarterback D.J. Pearson in the end zone.

A touchdown pass from Conway to Tee Holland gave the Knights their final lead at 26-22, but Northview took over after that.

Centennial had a first half

drive stopped at the Northview 1, with the Titans responding with a 99-yard scoring drive.

The Titans also scored on an interception, one of two passes they picked off.

The Knights finished the season 5-5, with all five losses coming against teams that

qualified for the playoffs or lost a tiebreaker for a playoff spot.

The highlight of Centennial’s season was a victory over Lambert, which finished second in Region 6-AAAAAA. The Knights were 5-4 region play.

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CHATTAHOOCHEE 35, HABERSHAM CENTRAL 28 »

Big offensive game lifts Cougars to win in finale MOUNT AIRY, Ga. – The Chattahoochee Cougars traveled into northeast Georgia to conclude their season, defeating Habersham Central 35-28 Friday night, Nov. 7.

The Cougars amassed 417 yards total offense, with Chase Owens completing 16 of 23 passes for 265 yards and two touchdowns, and Blake Hundley rushing for three touchdowns and catching seven passes for 107 yards.

Xavier Tharpe added 56 yards rushing, and Brandon Ware and Isaiah Sales had touchdown catches for the Cougars.

Freshman Andrew Thomas, filling in for injured Isaac Kinsey at receiver, caught five passes for 74 yards.

Habersham scored first, but the Cougars took a 14-7 halftime lead and scored three touchdowns in the third period to go ahead 35-14.

“The defense stepped up at important times,” Chattahoochee coach Vince Strine said.

Sean Hoffman had an interception, and the Cougars had an interception return for a touchdown nullified by a penalty. Strine also cited the defensive efforts of Josh Weisberg, Austin Wilkinson, Bryce Folsom and Christian Hansen.

The Cougars finished 3-6 in Region 6-AAAAAA and 3-7 overall, and return most of their key offensive players next season.

– Mike Blum

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Boris Kopelev (55) along with a host of Cougar defenders take down a Habersham Central runner.

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ALPHARETTA 34, NORTH FORSYTH 14 »

Raiders tune up for state playoffs Host Cherokee in AAAAAA opener ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The Alpharetta Raiders put the finishing touches on a third region title in four years, defeating North Forsyth 34-14 Friday night, Nov. 7, in a tuneup for Friday’s state playoff opener.

The Raiders, who went 9-0 in 6-AAAAAA, have gone unbeaten in the region in three of the last four years, and have just one region loss going back to 2011. Alpharetta won its last nine games in a row after losing the season opener 17-10 to 5-AAAAAA champion Milton.

Alpharetta will host Cherokee Friday night in the first round of the AAAAAA playoffs.

This will be the Raiders’ fifth straight state playoff appearance, with the team making it past the first round for the first time last season.

After losing by one and two points in the first round the previous two years, Alpharetta defeated South Gwinnett 4123 last season before being beaten decisively by Collins Hill in the second round.

If the Raiders win their playoff opener, they will host the East Coweta-McEachern winner in the second round.

Cherokee (7-3) finished fourth in 5-AAAAAA, with all three of its losses to the region’s top three teams. The Warriors sport a high-powered, pass-oriented offense, scoring almost 300 points in their seven wins.

But they managed a mod-

est 42 points in their three losses and were shut out by Milton, the only team Cherokee played this season with a defense comparable to Alpharetta.

The Raiders did not allow more than 17 points in a game this season, with its defense led by Tennessee-bound lineman Andrew Butcher.

Alpharetta has defensive standouts in the line, at linebacker and in the secondary, but may not have faced a team with Cherokee’s talent at the skill positions.

Alpharetta won its regular season finale against a team that is at the opposite end of the offensive spectrum from Cherokee.

North Forsyth ran the ball on 53 of 57 plays against the Raiders, finishing with 136

yards rushing. North Forsyth scored late in the third quarter, trailing 20-0, and with 18 seconds to play in the game.

Alpharetta ran just 32 plays from scrimmage and had possession of the football for just over 12 minutes to almost 36 minutes for North Forsyth.

But the Raiders averaged 12 yards per play, finishing with 384 yards.

Austin King completed 12 of 15 passes for 189 yards and touchdown passes of 26 and 33 yards to James Marbaugh and 61 yards to Rustin Suter, all in the first half.

Lem Cobbs and Cam Adams scored on fourth quarter runs of 15 and 37 yards, with Cobbs gaining 84 yards on six carries and Adams rushing for 68 yards on four attempts.

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MILTON 35, WHEELER 9 »

Eagles capture region championship Host Northview to open playoffs

By MIKE BLUM news@appenmediagroup.com MARIETTA, Ga. – The Milton Eagles captured their first region championship in more than 60 years, defeating Wheeler 35-9 last Friday night to finish first in Region 5-AAAAAA. The Eagles open play in the state playoffs Friday night at home against Northview, which tied for third in 6-AAAAAA and is the fourth seed from that region. If Milton wins, the Eagles will host the North CobbLangston Hughes winner in the second round next Friday.

The Milton-Northview game will match two of the area’s top defensive teams. The Eagles (9-1) allowed just 68 points in their nine wins with three shutouts. The Titans (7-3), making their first ever playoff appearance, allowed seven or fewer points in six of their 10 games, and held Alpharetta to 90 yards total offense in a recent loss to the Raiders.

Milton finished the season

7-1 in region play, with wins over non-region opponents Alpharetta and defending state champion Norcross.

“This is something we’ve talked about the last three or four years,” Milton coach Howie DeCristofaro said of the team’s first region title since 1952. “This is my first group of kids that started with me as freshmen, and they wanted this bad. There was no denying them.

“We set some goals at the beginning of the year – to win the region and win a playoff game or two,” he said.

The Eagles came close to a perfect season, losing 33-31 on a last-minute touchdown to rival Roswell in Milton’s region opener. The Eagles dominated the rest of the way, running off seven straight wins, only one by fewer than 17 points.

Milton closed out the season with an easy win over the Wildcats, whose upset victory over Roswell helped the Eagles finish ahead of the Hornets in the region standings.

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The Eagles jumped out to an early lead over Wheeler (3-5, 4-6), scoring twice after the Milton defense pinned the Wildcats deep in their territory.

The Eagles needed to go only 23 and 39 yards for their first two touchdowns, with Micco Brisker scoring on runs of 2 and 4 yards.

A 2-yard run by Brisker capped a 53-yard drive and put the Eagles ahead 21-3 at the half.

A Milton fumble recovery at

the Wheeler 33 led to a fourth Brisker touchdown, and the Eagles closed out their scoring on an 85-yard pass from backup quarterback David Moore to Obi Fortune. Brisker finished with 88 yards rushing for the Eagles, and Chris Turner added 53 yards.

Both Milton and Northview feature defenses with a sizeable number of standouts, but the Titans will not be coming into the game at full strength.

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ROSWELL 42, LASSITER 27 »

Hornets’ offense sparks victory Roswell faces Lambert in playoffs

By MIKE BLUM news@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – The Roswell Hornets closed out a successful comeback season last Friday night, rolling past Lassiter 42-27 to qualify for the AAAAAA playoffs for the first time since 2010.

After three straight losing seasons, the Hornets went 7-3 this year, tying for second in Region 5-AAAAAA at 6-2. The highlight of Roswell’s year was a 33-31 victory over region champion Milton, the only loss for the Eagles.

Roswell was seeded third in the region and will play Friday at Lambert (7-3), the runnerup in 6-AAAAAA. The Longhorns started the season 1-3, including a loss to Centennial, but won their last six in a row, including victories over Northview, West Forsyth and South Forsyth.

Lambert, a defensiveoriented team, allowed nine points or less in six of their seven victories. Running back Trevor O’Brien has had a few huge recent games, but the Longhorns lack Roswell’s overall offensive firepower.

This will be the fourth time in five seasons the Longhorns have reached the state playoffs, but Lambert has yet to advance past the first round.

Friday’s winner will likely play at 4-AAAAAA champion Hillgrove in the second round next Friday.

Roswell was seeded third in the region and will play Friday at Lambert (7-3), the runner-up in 6-AAAAAA.

offensive game against Lassiter, led by Evans, who rushed for 300 yards. Roswell rushed for more than 400 yards and exceeded 500 yards in total offense.

The Trojans, whose only win this season came on a forfeit, passed for over 300 yards, but the Hornets intercepted four passes, two in the end zone. Shakur Jackson, Rodney Dorcemont, Xavier McKinney and Reggie White had the interceptions for the Hornets.

Myles Blouin, one of three

Roswell tailbacks to score in the game, put the Hornets ahead with a 45-yard scoring run in the opening period.

Evans went 38 yards for his 15th rushing touchdown of the season, and Hunter Coleman had the first of his two touchdown receptions from James Whitaker to make it 21-0 in the opening period.

George Aroweselu capped a long scoring drive to make it 28-0 early in the second period, and the Hornets led 28-6 at the half.

The teams swapped touchdowns in the final two periods, with the Hornets putting together two more lengthy scoring drives.

Blouin scored on a 4-yard run and Coleman, who is back on the field after missing most of the season due to injury, had his second touchdown catch.

NORTH GEORGIA The Hornets average 31 points a game and feature the area’s leading rusher and top receiver. Sophomore Sheldon Evans has rushed for 1,070 yards the last five games and has almost 1,500 yards on the season. Mechane Slade was averaging more than 100 yards per game receiving through seven games with 10 touchdown catches, but has been sidelined the last three games.

Slade is expected to be ready to play against Lambert.

Roswell coach John Ford, who has made great strides with the Hornets in just two seasons as head coach, said it is “a good feeling” to have the Hornets back in the playoffs.

But he adds, “We’re not satisfied. This is the way it’s supposed to be at Roswell. We still have work to do.”

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BLESSED TRINITY 28, CEDAR GROVE 21 »

Titans top Saints to take region title Begin state play with unbeaten record

in the sub-region.

Cedar Grove (82) had not faced a playoff-caliber team since early in the season and struggled on defense early in the game against the Titans’ misdirection plays.

Blessed Trinity swept down the field on its first series to take an early lead on an 11-yard reverse by tight end Pat Jasinski. The Saints tied the game after a long kickoff return.

The Titans regained the lead on an 8-yard run by Milton Shelton following an interception by Jasinski, BT’s top defensive player from his linebacker position. Shelton finished with 163 yards rushing.

Cedar Grove tied the game 14-14 on a 5-yard touchdown pass on fourth and

By MIKE BLUM news@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. –The Blessed Trinity Titans completed a perfect season with a hard-fought 28-21 victory over Cedar Grove last Friday night in the Region 4-AAA championship game.

The Titans (10-0) open play in the state playoffs Friday night against Hephzibah, the fourth place team from 3-AAA, and will also get a home game in the next round. The likely second round opponent for the Titans will be Adairsville, the runner-up in 6-AAA behind Calhoun.

Blessed Trinity had played only two competitive games all season, defeating AAAA opponent St. Pius 42-20 in its opener and getting past Westminster 23-11 late in the season to finish first

goal and took a 2114 lead early in the third quarter, the first time the Titans had been behind in the second half the entire season.

The Titans responded with a 77-yard drive capped by Shelton’s 23-yard run on the first play of the fourth quarter, tying

the game 21-21.

The Blessed Trinity defense held on downs inside the 30, and the offense again put together a sustained drive, taking 15 plays to reach the end zone on a quarterback sneak by Conor Davis. Along the way, Shelton picked up a first down on fourth-and-3 and Davis connected with Jake Bogosian for 28 yards.

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MOUNT PARAN 35, MOUNT PISGAH 21 »

Patriots fall in region title game KENNESAW, Ga. – Mount Pisgah was unable to contain Mount Paran running back Dorian Walker, who rushed for 261 yards and four touchdowns to lead the unbeaten Eagles to a 35-21 victory in the Region 6-A championship game.

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from a 21-7 deficit to tie the game 21-21 in the third quarter, but Walker scored on a 63yard run to break the tie and added a clinching touchdown in the final period.

Mount Paran took an early lead, with the Patriots driving 63 yards to pull even on a 2-yard run by Nicky Piccapietra. The Eagles led 21-7 at the end of a penalty-plagued first half, but Mount Pisgah rallied in the third period.

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Winchester drove the Patriots deep into Mount Paran territory in the fourth quarter, but had a pass intercepted in the end zone.

Despite being sacked six times, Winchester rushed for 115 yards on 20 carries and was limited to 78 yards passing, completing six of 13 attempts.

The Patriots finished the season 7-3, highlighted by wins over Eagle’s Landing Christian and Pinecrest Academy.

An upset loss to Fellowship Christian likely cost Mount Pisgah a home game in the first round of the playoffs.

– Mike Blum

KING’S RIDGE 56, STRONG ROCK CHRISTIAN 40 »

Tigers’ Hart ends prep career with 552-yard, 8-TD effort ALPHARETTA, Ga. – King’s Ridge senior standout Penny Hart concluded his high school career in spectacular fashion, piling up more than 550 yards of total offense and accounting for eight touchdowns as the Tigers closed out their season with a 56-40 victory at home last Friday night over Strong Rock Christian.

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“We played a good game,” Blessed Trinity coach Tim McFarlin said. “They have a great combination of size and speed, but it was hard to tell how good they were because they did not play a difficult schedule.”

The Titans have beaten the Saints each of the last three seasons, but all three games have been close and physical, and McFarlin said “at least seven or eight of our players were with the trainer over the weekend. We’re pretty banged up.”

Fortunately for the Titans, they can afford to be without a key player or two this week. Hephzibah went 6-4 against an extremely weak schedule, with all six wins coming against lesser opponents. In their two games against the top two teams in 3-AAA, including state No. 1 Washington County, the Rebels lost by a combined 105-10, and their wishbone offense plays into BT’s defensive strength.

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He also ran for a two-point conversion.

For most of his career at King’s Ridge, Hart played mainly at wide receiver and had never played quarterback until starter Henry Jones was injured in the Tigers’ seventh game of the season against St. Francis.

“He’s a special athlete,” said King’s Ridge coach Jeff Pickren.

Hart, who will likely play receiver at Georgia State, led the Tigers to a 28-21 halftime lead, and Pickren said the Tigers could have scored more points, twice turning the ball over on downs inside the Strong Rock 10.

King’s Ridge punted only once in the game.

Strong Rock Christian (4-6) also had a big game offensively, passing for more than 300 yards and finishing with more than 450 yards total offense.

The victory enabled the Tigers to avoid a winless season.

Playing a difficult schedule that included five likely playoff teams, King’s Ridge finished 1-9, but that one victory was a memorable one.

– Mike Blum

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ST. FRANCIS 35, TRION 10 »

Bears fall short in Knights close region playoff game with big victory 11-point lead disappears in 15 seconds

By MIKE BLUM news@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. – Early in the third quarter of their Region 7-AAAAA playoff game against Creekview Friday, Nov. 7, things were looking good for the Cambridge Bears.

Cambridge scored off a Creekview turnover to take a 21-10 lead, with the Bears’ defense holding the Grizzlies in check to that point.

But the Bears never managed another defensive stop, and Creekview scored five straight touchdowns to pull away for a 45-28 victory and a spot in the state AAAAA playoffs.

Cambridge scored a touchdown with two minutes left to put an end to a 35-0 Creekview run, with the game considerably more competitive than the final score would indicate.

Two costly Cambridge turnovers during Creekview’s second half surge played a major factor in the final outcome, as did two questionable non-calls by the officiating crew after the Grizzlies took the lead.

Ultimately, the Bears had no answer for a Creekview offense that piled up 313 yards in the second half and scored on consecutive drives of 73, 37, 81, 80 and 34 yards.

The 37-yard “drive” came on the first play after the Bears fumbled away a kickoff return and put Creekview in front for the first time.

Creekview quarterback Kyle Wilkie completed a modest total of 11 passes, but five went for touchdowns, covering 50, 36, 37, 50 and 19 yards.

Four of those came in the second half, with the other Creekview score following a 22-yard completion to the Cambridge 1.

The Bears gained 357 yards, with senior quarterback Brian Moore completing 26 of 46 passes for 275 yards and rushing for 64 yards on 11 attempts.

But Moore, an elusive scrambler who makes life miserable for defensive linemen, was slowed in the second half by an ankle injury that limited his ability to evade the pass rush and extend plays.

The Bears went 7-3 in just their third year of varsity football, and Cambridge head coach Craig Bennett said he was “pleased with the season, but not satisfied.”

The Bears were also hurt by the first half loss of Hunter Smith, half of their standout tandem of wide receivers.

With Smith on the sidelines and Cambridge completely abandoning a running game, the team’s second half offense consisted almost entirely of Moore throwing to John Hurst.

The two teamed up 11 times for 109 yards, but the Bears went scoreless during the Grizzlies’ five-touchdown onslaught.

Hurst finished with 15 catches for 166 yards.

Creekview scored twice in 15 seconds to take a 24-21 lead, with the fumbled kickoff return sandwiched between two TD passes from Wilkie.

The Bears’ attempt to regain the lead was thwarted when one Cambridge receiver was tripped and another knocked to the ground on pass routes, but no interference penalties were called.

A lengthy Creekview drive made it 31-21, but the Bears mounted another

scoring threat, reaching the Creekview 8 before Moore threw his only interception of the night into the end zone.

The Grizzlies then went 80 yards to take a 38-21 lead with 7:33 to play, and added their final score after stopping the Bears on downs in Cambridge territory.

Moore led Cambridge to a late TD, scoring on a 9-yard run, just his second rushing attempt of the second half.

Cambridge head coach Craig Bennett utilized a five-receiver set most of the game, with Cambridge running backs getting only four carries, three on plays from inside the Creekview 10-yard line and just one attempt in the second half.

Defensive standout Josh Kania, the team’s main short yardage back, scored on a 3-yard run to cap a 65-yard drive on the first Cambridge series.

Kaelin Byrd’s 3-yard run made it 21-10 early in the third period after Chase Darnell forced a fumble that was returned 17 yards to the Creekview 3 by Will Britain.

The Bears led 14-10 at the half, taking the lead on a 10yard pass from Moore to J.D. White to complete a 68-yard drive.

An interception by Craig Carter gave the Bears a chance for a larger halftime lead, but they were flagged for a chop block, nullifying a completion to Hurst inside the Creekview 5. The penalty pushed Cambridge back to the 41, and the half ended with a limping Moore on the sidelines, replaced at quarterback by younger brother Cameron for the last play.

A subdued Bennett said both the injuries to Smith and Moore and the two noninterference calls “are part of the game.

You’ve got to deal with injuries.”

The Bears went 7-3 in just their third year of varsity football, and Bennett said he was “pleased with the season, but not satisfied.”

Creekview (6-4), which is coached by former Chattahoochee head coach Terry Crowder, will play at Gainesville in the first round of the state playoffs Friday.

Had they won, the Bears would have played at undefeated Region 8 champion Lanier.

State playoff berth expected TRION, Ga – The St. Francis Knights came into their Region 6-A crossover game at Trion last Friday night needing a victory to maintain their hopes of a state playoff bid.

The Knights achieved their goal, scoring a decisive 3510 victory over the Bulldogs, putting themselves in strong position to make the Class A private school playoffs.

St. Francis came into the game tied for 16th in the power ratings, with the top 16 teams qualifying for the playoffs, which begin next week.

Both the No. 15 team and the team tied with St. Francis lost, giving the Knights hope they will be among the top 16 when the playoff teams were announced earlier this week.

If the Knights get either the 15th or 16th seed, they will play at either the No. 1 or 2 teams in the power ratings, with Aquinas (Augusta), Calvary Day (Savannah) and

Mount Paran (Kennesaw) the three contenders for the top two spots.

“We did what we had to do,” St. Francis coach Brennen Booth said. “This was the best game we’ve played in a while.”

The Knights had a big night offensively, putting together several long drives. A.J. Cummings rushed for 175 yards and a touchdown and had a 20-yard pass reception. Sam Franke added 87 yards and a rushing touchdown.

Avery Showell rushed for one TD and had a touchdown catch and 56 yards receiving, and Jordan Ferguson scored on a 12-yard run.

Showell also had a long touchdown run called back by a penalty, but the Knights didn’t need it, leading 14-3 at the half and 35-3 before Trion finally scored a touchdown.

The Knights went 7-3 in their first season playing a region schedule, with one narrow loss and another game when they let a seemingly comfortable late lead slip away.

– Mike Blum

The Milton Steelers youth football team wore pink jerseys all of October in support of breast cancer awareness.

Youth football raises breast cancer awareness MILTON, Ga. – Tim “The Bus Driver” Lester, who led the way for Jerome “The Bus” Bettis and Emmitt Smith, played 10 years in the NFL as a full back with the Rams, Steelers and the Cowboys.

Now, Lester is the commissioner of NFL Youth Football League and the head coach of the Milton Steelers. He and his coaching staff believe that building character and responsible young people is so much more important than football itself. For this reason, the NFL Youth Football League showed support and helped increase

cancer awareness both to the public and to their players by having them wear pink jerseys the entire month of October.

“It is important that we teach our players at a young age that through action, hard work and hope anything is possible,” Lester said.

The goal of breast cancer awareness campaigns is to raise the public’s awareness and to show support for breast cancer, its detection, its treatment, the families who have suffered and the need for a reliable permanent cure.

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ROSWELL HALL OF FAME – 2014 »

Hornets induct 15 into Athletic Hall of Fame Fred Williams heads list of distinguished honorees

By MIKE BLUM news@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – The Roswell High School Athletic Hall of Fame added the names of 15 sports greats last week in its second annual induction ceremony held at the school.

The first group of inductees went into the Hall of Fame last year, with athletes, coaches and community supporters among the initial group of 30 inductees.

The 2014 Roswell High School Athletic Hall of Fame induction list included two former coaches, one community contributor and 12 athletes, ranging from Jerry Gantt (class of 1954) to Scott Pohlman (class of 1997).

Gantt, a member of Roswell’s first football team in 1951, earned 13 varsity letters in four sports, and was team captain and MVP in basketball and track as a senior. He was also a president of the Roswell Booster Club, served on the city of Roswell Recreation Committee for 26 years and was a local basketball official and youth coach.

Other inductees last week included: Robert Jett (Class of 1970): The defensive leader on the Hornets’ undefeated state championship football team in 1968 and a first team All-State selection. Also a starter for the region champion baseball team in 1968 and the stolen base leader for three years, as well as placing in the state wrestling meet as a junior. After graduation, Jett won a Golden Gloves boxing competition in his weight division in the Battle of Atlanta at the Omni.

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Leonard Phillips (Class of 1975): Earned 12 varsity letters in five sports and played three sports in college. Hornets’ fifth all-time leading scorer in basketball and also starred in baseball. Batted .366 his senior season at Western Kentucky and played one season in the minor leagues before becoming a local legend in semi-pro baseball circles, being part of numerous national championship teams.

His son (Jermaine Phillips) and brother (Tony Phillips) were part of the inaugural Hall of Fame class last year.

Mike Lingo (Class of 1981): Reached the state finals in wrestling three consecutive years, winning a state title as a sophomore in 1979. Lost only five matches during his career, four in either the state or area finals. Also was area champion as a sophomore.

Damon Hartman (Class of 1987): Two-sport star in soccer and football, was three-time MVP and All-State selection in soccer, leading team to state finals as a senior. Was the placekicker for three years in football, setting school record with 53-yard field goal

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Each inductee receives an RHS Hall of Fame medal and ring.

Fame: Continued from Page 48 his senior season. Went on to kick for North Carolina State and leads in career field goals, highlighted by a 56-yarder as time ran out to beat arch-rival North Carolina.

Lozell Montgomery (Class of 1987): Started at shortstop for four years in baseball, batting

.412 for his career with 112 RBIs. Key member of 1986 state championship team, pitching a shutout in the only third game the Hornets faced in the playoffs. Drafted by the Minnesota Twins after senior season but never signed. Also started for three seasons in basketball, including a team that reached the second round of state playoffs.

Jennifer Montgomery (Class of 1989): Led basketball team

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Roswell Mayor Emeritus W.L. “Pug” Mabry and his wife Sandra Mabry are on-hand to congratulate the inductees. in scoring and rebounding three straight seasons. Was second 1,000-point scorer in team history and is sixth in scoring all time. First team AllState as a senior. Set school record in shot put and finished second in region in high jump,

Pete Poulous, left, and Tom Skole enjoy the good Slope’s Barbecue.

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and also earned a varsity letter in softball.

Monica Winter (Class of 1993): Standout in both softball and basketball and two-year starter in soccer. MVP on 1992 state championship softball team and set school records for hits and runs scored. Led basketball team to 22-4 record as senior, topping team in steals and assists and finishing second in scoring.

Started at point guard for three years at Davidson.

Elizabeth Noethling Spell (Class of 1994): Four-year starter in basketball, led team in scoring last three seasons.

Also started four seasons in softball, including 1992 state championship team and was first team All-State as a senior.

Placed third in discus and fourth in shot put in 1994 state track meet and still holds school record in discus. Started in basketball at Furman and also set school records in shot put and discus. Currently the girls’ basketball coach at Cherokee.

Scott Pohlman (Class of 1997): Second leading all-time score in basketball and tournament MVP on 1997 state championship team. All-state as a senior and runner-up for all-classification “Mr. Basketball Award.” Played at Auburn and among school’s top 10 alltime in scoring, helping lead Tigers to SEC Championship in 1999 and third round in NCAA tournament.

Fred Williams (Coach and community contributor): Coached on three state championship teams in football and basketball and was a successful head girls’ basketball coach for five years, including undefeated regular season in 1977-78. After retiring from coaching, he has been a member of the Roswell Recreation Commission for 24 years and has impacted the lives of thousands of Roswell youngsters.

Has also been actively involved as a supporter of Roswell High School athletics.

Coach Richard Smith Head basketball coach for 22 years, and also coached track, cross country, girls’ basketball and football. Coached Roswell to state basketball title in 1971 and teams won 384 games during his career. Helped start the first All-Sports Booster Club at Roswell.

John Coen Sr. (Community contributor): Involved with Roswell High School Athletics from 1968-2001.Coach, official and volunteer in local youth programs and longtime statistician in football and baseball for the Hornets, with school’s baseball field named for him in 2005. Also a former member on Roswell Recreation Commission.

Among last year’s inductees were Jeff Bower, Alec Kessler, Ray Manus, Lisa Parker, Mike Ramsey, Krissie Register, Chris Reis, Tony Skole, Miles Smith and Bruce Stewart.

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‘Rain gardens’ to improve creek water quality Plants help clean Crossville Creek ROSWELL, Ga. – Four new “rain gardens” are now in operation at Roswell Area Park in an attempt to improve the water quality of Crossville Creek.

The gardens, which are depressions in the ground filled with native grasses, plants and shrubs, are designed to capture and filter out pollutants from the runoff of roadways and parking lots. These pollutants would otherwise enter the creek. Under the Federal Clean Water Act, Crossville Creek is considered an “impaired waterway” due to fecal coliform bacteria.

Alice Champagne, water resources manager for the city of Roswell, claims that when it was discovered that Crossville Creek was considered impaired, it was decided that rain gardens would be implemented because they are a “low-tech and effective” way to remove

pollutants that “mimic natural absorption and pollutant removal.”

“We also wanted to reduce the volume and velocity of stormwater contributing to stream bank erosion and flooding,” which Champagne says will be addressed by the rain gardens.

The rain gardens are placed in the park entrance parking lot, pedestrian path near the turf ball field and two at the football field parking lot. The cost of the rain gardens was just under $200,000, 55 percent of which was granted by the federal government.

Roswell’s Water Resources Division plans to monitor downstream of Roswell Area Park and compare previous data to data gathered after the implementation of the rain gardens.

The rain gardens will be implemented into future city of Roswell projects when applicable. ­– Joe Parker

The ribbon cutting of the new rain gardens was a big affair. From left are Alice Champagne, water resources manager; Roswell Councilmember Jerry Orlans; Morgan Rogers, recreation, parks, historic and cultural affairs director; Roswell Councilmember Betty Price; Stacey Bouma, chief of grants and infrastructure for the Environmental Protection Agency; Mayor Jere Wood; Danelle Alloway, water resources engineer; Roswell Councilmember Nancy Diamond; Roswell Councilmember Becky Wynn; Stu Moring, former environmental/public works director (retired); and Sam Bennett, stormwater project specialist.

The sun comes out on CYT’s ‘Annie!’

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Christian Youth Theater (CYT) opens its 10th season in the Atlanta area Dec. 4 with its production of “Annie!”

The family-friendly theater performances will be held at the Milton Center, 86 School Drive in Alpharetta, providing nine shows filled with lots of orphans, one millionaire and a lovable mutt named Sandy.

“We have tremendous talent at CYT, in all age groups,” said Pat Valleroy, artistic director for CYT Atlanta. “As a result, we are able to provide not one but two excellent casts for this show. We consider this a testament to the depth of our program and to student interest throughout the region.”

Recently, the cast of “Annie” offered a peek into its performances at the Johns Creek Arts Festival. Fully dressed with their smiles, the cast of orphans and millionaires, secretaries and servants regaled the audience with songs from the classic play including “Easy Street,” “You’re Never

If you go What: “Annie!”

When: Dec. 4 – 15 Where: Milton Center, 86, School Drive, Alpharetta Cost: $12 to $15. Go to www.cytatlanta.com

Fully Dressed Without a Smile” and “Tomorrow.”

With over 80 performers from Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Milton and Cumming, CYT Atlanta has students from seven high schools, nine middle schools and a dozen elementary schools.

“Annie” upholds the CYT tradition of outstanding shows such as “Cinderella,” “Seussical the Musical,” “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” and “Aladdin,” thanks to the volunteer, cre-

Kylissa Katalinich, Annie Kocerha, Audrey Davidson, Claire Campbell, Keira Croston and Erin Yashinsky sing “It’s a Hardknock Life” in “Annie.” ative and technical staff as well as the student actors.

To honor Sandy for protecting Annie on the streets of New

York City, the cast is taking donations for the Atlanta Humane Society.

Donations such as dog

bowls, paper towels, disinfectants and grocery store gift cards will be collected at all nine performances.

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Deal names Riley to state post Resigns House seat to serve as revenue commissioner JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Gov. Nathan Deal announced Nov. 7 that state Rep. Lynne Riley, R-Johns Creek, will succeed Douglas MacGinnitie as Department of Revenue commissioner, effective Jan. 11, 2015. Riley has submitted her resignation from the General Assembly effective immediately.

“It’s the collection arm of the state of Georgia, and I am just excited to be chosen for the position and honored beyond belief that the governor would reach to me to serve in this role,” Riley said.

It will be Riley’s charge to collect annually the state’s $20 billion in revenues and oversee a workforce of 1,300 employees Riley said she met with the governor last Wednesday, the day after Election Day, to discuss the job.

“He asked to me meet with me shortly after he was assured he was returned to office. And I look forward to

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serving as an agency head assisting in his administration,” she said.

Riley had been one of Deal’s close allies in the Legislature, and in making the appointment, Deal praised Riley for her business and political acumen.

“Lynne brings three decades of accounting experience and expertise on tax policy from her time on the House Ways and Means Committee,” Deal said in his statement to appoint her. “I’ve seen Lynne’s effectiveness and know-how up-close while she served as my floor leader in the House, and I know the department will continue to run smoothly and provide great customer service to the taxpayers of Georgia under her leadership.

“I appreciate her willingness to take on this new challenge,” Deal said.

Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker said he is not a candidate to run for Riley’s seat, but said he supported her appointment as revenue commissioner.

“I think I have said on more than one occasion that I believe the best job that I can do is as mayor of Johns Creek. I am very proud of Lynne [Riley].

We started working together all the way back in the [Johns Creek Community Association],” Bodker said.

“She had the opportunity to move into the county commission seat with the death of Bob Fulton. Then she was able to move into the state spot when Mark [Burkhalter] resigned. I think this is a natural progression for her. I think the governor and the state of Georgia will be very well served with her skills in this position.”

Riley’s appointment is also a benefit to the cities and local governments of Georgia because of her wealth of local government experience as well, Bodker said. Riley served four terms representing District 50 in the state House of Representatives, and was returned to the seat in the November election. She said she did not know when a special election

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It’s the collection arm of the state of Georgia, and I am just excited to be chosen for the position and honored beyond belief that the governor would reach to me to serve in this role.”

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may be held to replace her in the House. However, she noted that when state Sen. Chip Rogers resigned shortly after his re-election to the District 21 seat in November 2012, Sen. Brandon Beach was elected to fill the seat in a special election the following December.

Riley has served four terms in the General Assembly. In addition to serving as one of the governor’s floor leaders, she was a member of the Ways and Means Committee.

She also served on the Natural Resources and Environment, Retirement and the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Oversight committees.

Riley also served as the chairwoman of the Fulton County legislative delegation and is a member of the

American Legislative Exchange Council’s Tax and Fiscal Policy Task Force.

Previously, Riley served six years on the Fulton County Commission. She has worked in accounting for more than three decades and is the principal of her own accounting firm. She and her husband, Mike, live in Johns Creek and have three adult children.

Commissioner MacGinnitie will leave the job that paid him $158,000 in 2013 to return to his private-sector field. MacGinnitie was appointed in 2011 and was formerly chief counsel for the Georgia Pacific Corp., a corporate attorney at Alston & Bird LLP and co-founder and chief operating officer of the insurance brokerage firm of Beecher Carlson.

I wouldn’t want to belong to a club that would have me as a member When I was in college a very long time ago, I was a member of the GDI fraternity.

That is, I wasn’t in a fraternity.

For the “uninitiated,” being a GDI meant you were emphatically independent of a Greek organization.

Nothing about fraternities appealed to me. I didn’t like who they were, how they dressed, what they did or who they did it to. That’s not to say I spent all of my time with my nose in the books. There were plenty of places for a GDI to spend his time – Mike’s Beer Barn, Pastime Pool Hall, used record stores and a bar called Big Daddy’s, which sold call drinks at 50 cents a shot, all come to mind.

Looking back, I see a lot of self-indulgence, stupidity and a debilitatingly narrow field of vision. My college had a wonderful library, but during the time I was there, I think I went into it twice and then only to use the bathroom after a long Frisbee session or a late night guitar jam on Landis Green.

Would I do it all over again?

Yes, I would. But I think I probably would have done more, seen more and engaged more the second time around.

My “independence” cost me too much the first pass. I missed too much.

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My two oldest kids have graduated from college, and neither went Greek. My wife did not go Greek. But, now my baby – my last child, Carl – is at University of Oklahoma and has pledged Kappa Sigma.

This is my theater kid who lived in Milton’s drama department, who can discuss Ancient Greece or the Roman Empire as easily as he can modern-day rappers. This is the kid who would never be the member of any club.

When he asked me about possibly of joining, I told him I couldn’t imagine he would have time to pursue his theater degree – especially if the rehearsals conflicted with scheduled fraternity activities.

Maybe this wasn’t a great idea.

A week later, he told me he had met with one of the fraternity officers, who told him “school always comes first and he would be expected to never miss theater obliga-

tions.” Huh? I was skeptical, but so far they have been good to their word.

Carl thinks he wants to get involved in his fraternity’s risk management committee. He explained that this is sort of the combined ombudsman/fire department for Kappa Sigma.

They are tasked with keeping the fraternity out of trouble – with knowing what they can and can’t do and then putting out fires when they trip up and actually get in a jam.

“I work well under pressure,” he explained. “When any brother needs help in any situation, we are who gets the call and we respond fast.”

As he explained this, the stock in this organization began rising rapidly.

“DDs is my favorite part of the fraternity,” Carl shared with me. He explained that every Thursday through Saturday from 6 p.m. until 4 a.m., four to six designated drivers (DDs) are on call to take care of anyone who needs a ride or help in any way.

“They don’t restrict it to helping just their fraternity; they will help anyone,” he told me, with a slight hint of pride.

Wow. Then he told me that most of the time the DDs are the brothers who don’t get in their assigned amount of

study hours the previous week.

What? Wow, wow. Where do I buy stock in this fraternity?

I see that this organization is teaching respect, responsibility and values that we must have.

It is the stuff that makes the world go around. I see the peer pressure that these guys are exerting is the good kind, and what is a more powerful force to a young person than that? And I know that this encounter between Carl, this

fraternity and (indirectly) me is not a random occurrence. It happened for a reason. I know this.

So maybe you can teach an old dog new tricks and just possibly, I might now in my old age be interested in a club that would consider having me as a member. Most of the important things in life I have learned from my children – Hans, Amelia and, yes, Carl.

This just seems to continue the older I get.

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Acceptance of a Target grant of $2,500 to support Rowell’s Heroes and Helpers.

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south and west along Marietta Highway.

While the Planning Commission denied the proposal in a 4-2 vote in October, the new plans were the result of the developer hearing what residents asked for.

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“The neighbors rallied on this one,” said Councilmember Rich Dippolito. “They were willing to have a dialogue with the developer. That’s what makes this a great project for Roswell, figuring what works for everyone.”

The residents were part of what Councilmember Becky Wynn called a “passionate” community.

“We don’t see a lot of people

es and jobs and generate millions of dollars in tax revenue for the city.”

Blair Schlossberg, manager of Duke, said Roswell was missing key new developments.

“Roswell is closer to town and I-285, which makes it an

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restaurants and boardwalks will surround the lake, which provides an added amenity for the public.

The developers said they expect Riverwalk Village “will add to the growing vitality of Roswell, attract new business-

to begin construction in 2015.

Steve Acenbrak, Roswell’s transportation director, said the interchange of Ga. 400 and Holcomb Bridge Road will see significant improvements in the coming years.

At the Nov. 10 City Council meeting, the city agreed to add another westbound turn lane to the Ga. 400 on ramp. In addition to this, the off ramp onto Holcomb Bridge Road will be improved and signalized.

Construction on these improvements is expected soon, Acenbrak said.

An early off ramp south of Holcomb Bridge Road will also be created. All this will help mitigate any traffic from Riverwalk Village as well as typical traffic.

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“Riverwalk Village will be woven seamlessly into the fabric of this unique, historical city,” said Eyal Livnat, principal and president of Duke Homes and Duke Land Group.

“We look forward to continuing our collaboration with the city of Roswell and to enhancing a natural setting that residents, workers and visitors can all enjoy.”

The property contains a lake with open channel streams that will meander through the development and provide stormwater control and management. Retailers,

• 1,556 residential units, including single-family attached, multifamily and active adult housing • 490,000 square feet of general commercial real estate including retail, restaurant, entertainment and grocery • 1.7 million square feet of office space • 200-room hotel • 200,000 square feet of civic and institutional space including the Swift School, a school for children with language-based learning differences

area where development will thrive,” Schlossberg said. “With the city changing zoning laws and looking for smart growth, we have full confidence this will be a successful development.”

Roswell recently passed a Unified Development Code (UDC) that updated the city’s aging zoning laws.

While the property could have allowed for tall buildings, the development is instead expected to be low and spread out, making it more of a gateway feature for the city.

“We are in tune with the history and ecology in places, and we want to combine to do something special,” Schlossberg said.

Schlossberg said they hope

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VOTE KEY: Y = yes; N = no; A = abstain; R = recused; * = absent Diamond was mayor pro-tem, so did not vote on anything. come out in support of a project,” she said.

Also at the meeting: In a similar case, the coun-

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hood.

The parcel of land is 10.6 acres sitting on Marietta Highway across the street from Bulloch Hall.

The applicant had proposed placing 31 townhomes on the land, dramatically reducing it after neighbor backlash. However, as shown at the meeting, there was little approval even of that.

Councilmember Betty Price questioned why the land’s zoning should be changed so dramatically, from single-family lots to dense townhomes.

“This is a great transition for office and larger lots,” said applicant John Paulson.

Some residents agreed with Paulson, saying the plan was acceptable. Many others were not so generous.

“The change from existing to what is proposed is dramatic,” said Councilmember Kent Igleheart. “I don’t think it makes sense in this location.”

He was the lone vote of dissent when the question was raised to defer a decision on the project until December.

This way, the residents and Paulson could meet again to hash out a plan everyone could approve.

The motion to defer until Dec. 8 passed 3-1.

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Zoning: Continued from Page 1 had denied the T-Mobile South application for a telecommunications tower in the Roswell subdivision. T-Mobile sued and won in the Federal Court for the Northern District of Georgia, but the city appealed and the decision was reversed by the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals.

The original judge had ruled that Roswell failed to comply with federal law that states when the city denied the T-Mobile application, it failed to supply the applicant in writing why the city denied it.

“When we denied it, we

told them it was denied and if they wanted the details it was online in the minutes of the meeting, which is a written record,” Davidson said.

The federal judge said that was not good enough. When the letter of denial is sent, the reasons for the denial must be included in that document, and the judge ruled in favor of T-Mobile.

So Roswell appealed to the 11th Circuit Court, where the three-judge panel ruled in Roswell’s favor.

“It turns out that there is a split among the circuit courts in similar cases where three ruled that the reasons for the denial must be included, and three that ruled that reasons only need to be available,” Da-

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“T-Mobile appealed that, so now it is before the Supreme Court.”

Mayor Jere Wood – who is making the trip as well – said that while a number of cases hang on this decision, the Roswell case was selected to settle them all.

“So this case will be precedent for those cases and all subsequent cases that might come before the courts again,” Wood said. “So this is historymaking.”

But while it may make history, Lake Charles residents won’t be out of the T-Mobile woods yet, even if Roswell prevails.

Davidson explained that the judge never ruled on the merits

of the denial, only on the city’s failure to properly supply a written record of its criteria for denying application.

“She ruled on this technicality, and my guess is that would have to go back down to the district court,” he said.

“Then we can fight it all over again.”

So why didn’t the city just send the minutes to T-Mobile?

Davidson said they told T-Mobile about the denial and that their reasons for doing so were included in the city’s minutes of the meeting and were online if T-Mobile needed them.

“They had a court reporter at the meeting, and they didn’t bother doing that. And the law does not say we have to send them the minutes; it just has

to be supported,” he said. “Now it will be settled across the whole United States, since it has been in several courts of appeal without any semblance of agreement.”

Why did the court pick Roswell’s case to decide the question?

Davidson said, “I have absolutely no idea.”

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DEATH NOTICES Geneva B. Allen, 91, of Alpharetta, passed away October 15, 2014. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Hans Dambach, 82, of Cumming, passed away October 26, 2014.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Ruth E. Hasinus, 89, of Buford, passed away October 13, 2014.

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John W. Lipscomb, Jr., 91, of Alpharetta, passed away October 12, 2014. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Willie Ruth Anglin, 90, of Alpharetta, passed away October 8,2014. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Charles Davis, 79, of Ball Ground, passed away October 26, 2014.

Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

Wanda J. Haynie, 98 of Cumming, passed away October 3 2014.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Linda McCarthy, 50, of Woodstock, passed away October 9 2014. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

William F. Hooten, 88, of Duluth, passed away October 2, 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Ahmad K.H. Mohajer, 94, passed away October 12, 2014.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Evelyn Henrietta Howington, 88, of Greenwood, MS, passed away October 24, 2014.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Thomas F. Nelson, 80, of Marietta, passed away October 1 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Twyla Austin, 80, of Milton, passed away October 26, 2014.

Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

Mark E. Beeninga, 58, of Roswell, passed away October 15, 2014.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Douglas Bennett, 65 of Conyers, passed away October 24, 2014.

Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

DeForrest Burnett, Jr., 77, of Cumming, passed away October 31, 2014.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Charlie W. Butterworth, Sr., 82, of Cumming, passed away October 29, 2014. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Lillian Connors, 88 of Alpharetta, passed away October 29, 2014.

Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

Alvaro Corredor, 90, of Roswell, passed away October 21, 2014.

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Sandra Davis, 71, of Lake City, passed away October 25, 2014.

Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

Deborah Jean Donaldson, 65, of Alpharetta, passed away November 4, 2014.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

James William Dotson, Sr., 80, of Cumming, passed away October 31, 2014. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home.

Eugene Evans, 86, of Cumming, passed away November 3, 2014.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Basil Fowlin, 57, of Alpharetta, passed away October 8 2014.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Worthy Coe Hamling, 96, of Roswell, passed away October 29, 2014.

Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

Evelyn Handley, 72, of Atlanta, passed away November 4, 2014.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Philip Charles Hughes, 74, of Cumming, passed away October 26, 2014.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Beverly Lucille Jones, 83, of Alpharetta, passed away October 30, 2014. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Nicholas Kniat, 36, of Alpharetta, passed away October 28, 2014.

Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

Ruth Lautz, 90, of Atlanta, passed away October 27, 2014.

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Thomas Richard Laymac, 71, of Cumming, passed away October 2, 2014. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Raymond Sigwalt Olson, 75, of Cumming, passed away November 2, 2014.

Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Nannette Park, 86, of Jasper, passed away October 24, 2014.

Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

Oscar Eugene Pittman, 80, of Roswell, passed away October 26, 2014.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Eunice Risberg, 83, of Milton, passed away October 7 2014.

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David Rupp, 54, of Alpharetta, passed away October 24, 2014.

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Jeanette R. Shedd, 83, of Canton, passed away October 3 2014. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Wendy Sheffield, 56, of Canton, passed away October 24, 2014.

Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

Carl Smallwood, 80, of Alpharetta, passed away October 28, 2014. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home.

Randolph Smith, 87, of Atlanta, passed away October 22, 2014.

Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

Adam LeRoy Strausner, 73, of Casper, WY, passed away October 23, 2014. Arrangements

by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

Linda Weatherly, 71, of Johns Creek, passed away October 24, 2014.

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David R. Woods, 70, of Roswell, passed away October 12, 2014.

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