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Santa’s coming to Milton MILTON, Ga. - Perk up those ears for sleigh bells and pack the mittens, because Santa is coming to Milton for three holiday events: the Milton Tree Lighting Saturday, Nov. 28; the eighth annual Christmas in Crabapple Saturday, Dec. 5 in partnership with the Crabapple Community Association (CCA); and the second annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa Claus hosted by the Milton Fire Department Saturday, Dec. 12.

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Fulton County Schools Police Officers Diane Moody and Frederick Ivey put on hairnets and aprons to serve a surprise Thanksgiving lunch to students of Hopewell Middle School Nov. 19.

Cops serve up Thanksgiving lunches School officers help at Hopewell

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. – An officer’s equipment: badge, uniform, radio, hairnet?

Fulton County School police officers donned aprons and, yes, hairnets Nov. 19 to serve a special Thanksgiving lunch to the 1,400 students of Hopewell Middle School.

“Thanksgiving is a time when everyone shows gratitude and appreciation to others, and our school police officers want to give something back to our school,” said Hopewell Officer Vargus Owens. “Seeing us in an unexpected role makes

others smile and that makes us happy.”

Started by Owens, the first-ever event aimed to show students and the community a different side of law enforcement.

He said he was inspired to start the “Cooking Cops” program at Hopewell after being part of a similar event at another metro police department and by seeing the national narrative portraying police officers as against civilians.

“There are situations across the nation that depict police officers in a negative light and I think it’s important that our students see that we’re real people who care about them,” said Owens. “Whether it’s keeping our kids safe by patrolling the school or just by serving them lunch, we will

help in any capacity we can.”

Serving in a different way than normal, Owens and fellow officers dished out fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, sweet potato soufflé and cornbread dressing to the students.

“I had to do something different,” he said, adding he always tries to find creative ways to talk with students and engage them. “I want the kids to be more approachable. They think they are in trouble when I come up to them, but really I’m handing out candy.”

Hopewell Principal Michael LeMoyne said the students enjoyed seeing their police officers behind the lunch counter.

“It’s a blast for the kids to see their police officers and gives them an opportunity to see them as normal people, not just as cops,” he said.

Milton Tree Lighting Milton’s holiday season will kick off Saturday, Nov. 28, with the Milton Tree Lighting from 6 to 7 p.m. at the corner of Ga. 9 and Webb Road.

The event will be held in front of the Deerfield Place shopping center at Webb Road and Ga. 9.

The tree lighting will include musical performances by the Milton High School Choir, Christmas carols by candlelight, Milton’s Mayor and City Council counting down to the big moment, Santa and hot chocolate.

It’s an evening of fellowship with neighbors - not to mention a perfect opportunity to get some holiday shopping done at one of the Ga. 9/ Deerfield Parkway corridor’s many retailers.

eighth annual Christmas in Crabapple from 2 to 5 p.m. in historic downtown Crabapple at the Broadwell Pavilion located at 12615 Broadwell Road. This quaint holiday tradition has become a Milton staple including Santa photos from Blencoe and Co. Photographic Arts, caroling, s’mores, hot cocoa and fun.

Pancake Breakfast with Santa Claus hosted by the Milton Fire Department Fire trucks, Santa and pancakes - Don’t miss the Pancake Breakfast with Santa Claus hosted by the Milton Fire Department on Saturday, Dec. 12, from 8 to 10 a.m. at Fire Station 43, located at 750 Hickory Flat Rd. This free event will feature Santa, pancakes cooked and served by City of Milton firefighters and fire station tours. Unwrapped toys for North Fulton Community Charities’ Santa Toy Drive will be accepted.

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Christmas in Crabapple Saturday, Dec. 5, is sure to have heaps of holiday cheer in Milton as the city, in partnership with the CCA, hosts the

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A suspected serial flasher was arrested in Alpharetta Nov. 14 on North Point Parkway.

According to police, a red Toyota Camry drove up behind a woman who was getting into her car in a parking lot about 2:30 p.m.

The Camry driver blocked her in.

When the victim approached him to ask him to move, she saw he was exposing himself.

As the suspect began to drive away, the victim took a photo of the vehicle

with her phone. She then went to a nearby police officer.

The officer was able to alert nearby police units and a vehicle matching the photo was found driving away from the area.

MORALES The victim positively identified the driver, Jorge Luis Morales, 45, of Okatie, South Carolina,

as the suspect.

Alpharetta Department of Public Safety Spokesman George Gordon said such incidents are rare in Alpharetta and that, while the city has not had prior dealings with Morales, he is suspected in similar incidents in five states.

Two things aided in Morales’ arrest, Gordon said.

“The victim immediately took a photograph of the vehicle and there were police officers in the area to help.”

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DUI arrests ►► Sean Michael Scriven, 28, of

Thompson Street, Alpharetta, was arrested Nov. 5 on Jones Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI, suspended license and driving on the wrong side of the roadway. ►► Melinda Sue Feely, 45, of Duluth, was arrested Nov. 7 on Medlock Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Oscar Bonilla, 32, of Lorin Way, Johns Creek, was arrested Nov. 8 on Abbotts Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

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

Overly truthful DUI driver arrested ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A young Dawsonville resident was arrested Nov. 15 on Ga. 400 after allegedly driving over 100 mph while drunk.

Police reported at nearly 5 p.m. a vehicle was driving more than 100 mph on Ga. 400 southbound near Wind-

Circle, Alpharetta, was arrested Nov. 4 on Morris Road in Milton for DUI, failure to maintain lane and stop-sign violation. ►► Scott Charles Overstreet, 41, of Ashleigh Lane, Alpharetta, was arrested Oct. 28 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI, open container and failure to maintain lane. ►► Matthew David Pierce, 32, of Ivy Summit Court, Cumming, was arrested Oct. 31 on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI, failure to maintain lane and failure to signal lane change. ►► John Ernest Breedlove, 43, of Jefferson, Georgia, was arrested Oct. 28 on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Ian Laurence Webb, 47, of Silver Stream Drive, Cumming, was arrested Oct. 29 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI, failure to maintain lane and ward Parkway. They spotted the suspect vehicle as it got off on Old Milton Parkway, nearly hitting the concrete divider and other vehicles as it came to a quick halt. The car was pulled over.

The driver, a 22-year-old man, said he had just got the car and freely admitted to going, at most, 117 mph.

He and his friend were headed to the mall for furniture. When asked if he had anything to drink, the driver said, “Nah, I had two beers before I left the house.”

As the officers were putting the driver through sobriety tests, a passing vehicle called out “Good job, he was driving like a maniac!”

The driver failed sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI, speeding and

DRUG arrests ►► Bailey Jane Webb, 26, of

Woodstock, was arrested Nov. 5 on Freemanville Road in Milton for possession of a scheduled I controlled substance and possession of drugrelated items. ►► Benjamin Allen McCombs, 24, of Crestwood Court, Alpharetta, was arrested Nov. 7 on Webb Road in Milton for possession of marijuana, possession of drug-related items and tag light violation. ►► Joan M. Wilkins, 46, of Jasper, Georgia, was arrested Nov. 4 on Haynes Bridge Road in Alpharetta for possession of methamphetamines. ►► Phillip Scott Wilkins, 48, of Talking Rock, Georgia, was arrested Nov. 4 on Haynes Bridge Road in Alpharetta for possession of methamphetamines. reckless driving.

Victim with gun stopped entering autos ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Several vehicles were broken into Nov. 9 at a restaurant parking lot on Mansell Road. One victim stopped one of the crimes in progress, chasing the suspects with a pistol drawn.

The victim reportedly saw a man in the process of breaking into his Jeep, smashing a window at 8:30 p.m. When the victim called out, the suspect took off running and got into a gold GMC

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Restore Your Vision. Refresh Your Appearance.

By Kiran Sajja, M.D.

Our eyelids play a vital role in the normal function of our eyes and maintenance of clear vision. First, the eyelids are a physical barrier that shields the eye’s surface from the damaging environment. Second, the motion of the eyelids allow for the even spread of the tear film over the surface of the eye providing a smooth surface necessary for optimal Kiran Sajja, MD. visual clarity. And finally, the Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon eyelids define the overall aesthetic of the face and convey your emotion and mood.

Excess skin of the upper eyelids, referred to as dermatochalasis or “baggy eyelids”, can significantly affect an individual’s peripheral and, at times, central vision. Also, the redundant skin may become increasingly irritated associated with redness, swelling, itchiness, and discomfort. The prominence of the excess skin often gives an unintended tired, angry, or aged appearance to the face.

Patient Concerns You may often complain of heaviness or puffiness of the eyelids which makes it difficult to see – this is referred to as dermatochalasis or “baggy eyelids”. Patients often remark having to lift their forehead, tilt their chin up, or manually hold the skin in order to see. This is most common when driving or reading with worsening complaints over the course of the day.

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Dr. Kiran Sajja is a Board-Certified ophthalmologist who specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of the eyelids, face, orbit and lacrimal system.

After the surgery, I inform patients that swelling and bruising may worsen over the first 2-3 days. Patients are instructed to continue cold compresses for the first 24-48 hours and apply antibiotic ointment to the eyelid wounds. I will contact you by phone 2-3 days after surgery to answer any questions or concerns and review the postoperative care regimen. You will return in 1 week for suture removal.

Conclusion The treatment of dermatochalasis or “baggy eyelids” with functional or cosmetic upper blepharoplasty is an effective and relatively pain-free procedure. Upper blepharoplasty serves to improve peripheral vision, eye comfort, and provide a more youthful and natural appearance. Referral to an eyelid and ophthalmic specialist will ensure the highest level of care with the attention to detail to give you the optimal result functionally and aesthetically.

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Council approves ‘Bethany’s Rest’ retreat

‘Clerical error’ leads to voter info data breach

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MILTON, Ga. – A new women’s retreat was approved by the Milton City Council at their Nov. 16 meeting.

Sitting on slightly more than 26 acres of land near the corner of Bethany and Providence roads, the retreat, called Bethany’s Rest, would serve local women in ministry or women who are married to fullor part-time ministers, according to the letter of intent for the property.

“This is a place to rest, reflect, gather together and re-energize themselves for their ministry,” said Woodson Galloway, attorney for the applicant.

It would use the existing buildings – a 10,000-squarefoot house and several outbuildings – and would not build new structures.

Woodson confirmed the hours of operation will be 9 a.m.-5 p.m., with occasional evening events. There is expected to be fewer than 20 women on site at any given time.

Karen McAdams, the applicant, said she was excited to move forward with the site.

“We believe women who are rested up and recharged in souls can be more effective in ministries and lives,” McAdams said.

The City Council unanimously approved Bethany’s Rest.

GEORGIA – The personal voting information of every voter in the state – more than 6 million people – was accidentally put on discs and distributed to third parties.

This was the announcement from the office of Secretary of State Brian Kemp Nov. 19. The 12 discs contained information such as name, address, driver’s license numbers and Social Security numbers.

A “clerical error” was responsible, the office said. The employee who made the error has been fired.

All discs are accounted for, the office reports, and

back in the hands of authorities.

“As of 11 a.m., all 12 discs containing sensitive voter information have been retrieved or destroyed,” Kemp said. “My staff has verified with the media outlets and political parties that received these discs that they have not copied or otherwise disseminated confidential voter data to outside sources. I am confident that our voters’ personal information has not been compromised.

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Alpharetta approves new housing developments Townhomes, condos add to mix

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The Alpharetta City Council unanimously approved a new residential development Nov. 16 on Thompson Street, an area quickly filling up with such projects.

The project will have four buildings, each containing six for-sale condos, for 24 total units of residential on 2.3 acres. This would give it a density of 10 units per acre, far higher than other, nearby projects. However, Kathi Cook, Alpharetta director of Community Development, said staff was more lenient on this project since it was bordered on three sides by commercial properties along Old Milton Parkway.

In front of the buildings would be a large formal garden that follows Thompson Street.

Part of it would be public use

A new development was approved Nov. 16 with 24 for-sale condos off Thompson Street in Alpharetta. It will feature extensive gardens. and part would be private, for residents. All would be cared for by the development’s homeowners association.

Parking would be below ground.

The developer, Richard Sjoholm, of Thor Management, said he has lived in Alpharetta for decades and used to own the shopping center where City Hall now stands.

Thompson Street is perfect for such a development, he

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“Thompson Street has a unique opportunity to be something special,” he said.

With downtown Alpharetta on the west end and the new, high-end Avalon on the east, Thompson Street is a perfect way to bridge the two.

“It has access within walking distance of City Hall, Avalon, as well as the pubic and other assets created here [in downtown Alpharetta],” he said.

Sjoholm said his target demographic is downsizing baby boomers and millennials and that the units are expected to fetch between $500,000 to $1 million each on the market.

Also at the meeting: Similarly, 15 new townhomes were approved at the meeting for Old Milton Parkway.

Built by the Beecham Group, the project would be 5.6 units to the acre. The land is narrow, with the small side facing the street. It is bordered by several townhome and

condo developments, some which have higher density and some with lower density.

One sticking point staff noted was there are many large trees on the site which the original plans removed.

After working with Beecham, the plan was reworked to save three of the 10 trees, incorporating them into the design.

Rob Beecham, the builder, said he has worked in the city for 20 years.

“Our work speaks for itself and I think it will be a good improvement for Old Milton Parkway,” he said. “[The property] has been sitting there undeveloped for quite some time. What we are proposing is probably one of the only economically feasible ways we can go.”

Councilmember D.C. Aiken, who lives in the area, said he was glad this project was possible.

“I thought one day it would be a gas station,” he said. “I’m glad at what they are doing here.”

The project was approved unanimously by Council.

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New SAT to begin with March 2016 assessment Changes needed to focus more on student curriculum

Our redesigned assessments are focused on what’s familiar to students and what they’re learning in their classrooms every day.”

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MARIA EUGENIA ALCÓN-HERAUX Director of media relations for the College Board

GEORGIA — Citing a need to have an assessment aligned more with what students are actually learning in the classroom, the College Board is rolling out the revised Scholastic Aptitude Test beginning in March 2016.

“Our redesigned assessments are focused on what’s familiar to students and what they’re learning in their classrooms every day,” said Maria Eugenia Alcón-Heraux, director of media relations for the College Board.

The essential changes include a return to the 1600-point scale based on two test sections, removing the penalty for guessing, including more “user friendly” vocabulary words, and of most

significance, making the essay section optional.

Students with plans to attend college still have two opportunities to take the current SAT in December and January before the new test is administered in March 2016.

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are actually being taught.

So gone are obscure vocabulary words like “prevaricator” and “sagacious,” which have been replaced by words like “synthesis,” which students may actually use in conversation. Also removed is the onequarter-point deduction for wrong answers, which should encourage test takers to take chances on questions as opposed to leaving them blank.

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Cambridge SkillsUSA wins Lowes scholarship

SkillsUSA President Grant Mitchell presents Allen Sinclair, assistant manager at Windward Lowes, the recognition banner.

Other SkillsUSA leaders pictured include, from L: Omar Khan, Jason Hink, Hailey Liakakos, Lauren Lee, Miranda Capamaccio, State SkillsUSA Officer Wes Washburn and KJ Hirschi.

MILTON, Ga. - The SkillsUSA at Cambridge was selected as the top eight chapters out of 17,000 classrooms nationwide as a National Model of Excellence.

With the honor came a Lowes scholarship, participation in the national competition and invitation to the national recognition dinner at Churchill Downs.

The chapter was selected as a model of technical skill integration.

The particular project submitted involved forensics and crime scene processing seminars used to promote science and math.

—Zenzele Price-Richardson

Cogburn Woods Elementary celebrates ancient Greece ALPHARETTA, Ga. – At Cogburn Woods Elementary School, one unit for Social Studies in the curriculum is “Roots of our Democracy.” Students study how long ago, ancient Greece influenced the USA by architecture, government and the Olympics. Students study the Greek columns, buildings and which U.S. buildings resemble Greek buildings.

For government students, they discuss the types of democracy and how Athens, Greece had direct democracy and the U.S. has representative; which leads teachers into talking about the branches of government and all three levels.

Third grade teacher, Kristie Elliott reached out to the mayor and judge of Milton – Joe Lockwood and Brian Hansford, respectively – to see if they could do a role-play of how Lockwood has to work with the judicial and legislative branch since he is head of the executive branch.

His example was someone was playing their music too loud at night. He had the third grade teachers come up to help demonstrate and act out.

To wrap up the unit the whole third grade will travel to four stations; Greece flag making, Greek food sampling, Greek pottery and translating the alphabet and an Olympic station.

—Zenzele Price-Richardson

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LETTER TO EDITOR

Resident opposes CSO I would like to thank the “Milton Herald” for your story about the emails among city officials, consultants, landowners and others involved in the Conservation Subdivision Ordinance (“Emails Highlight CSO Uncertainty,” Nov. 18 issue). I also received the packet of emails anonymously. I read them and agree with the Herald’s assessment.

I felt it my duty to enter these emails into the public record, which I did on Oct. 28, 2015, when I provided the emails to the Planning Commission for them to review.

The Commission shared my concerns about the seriousness of the issues raised in the emails. The emails prompted me to dig deeper into the CSO, on which the City Council has scheduled a vote for Dec. 7.

Over the years, Milton has survived various threats to its rural character. Many of us remember the success of the Birmingham Alliance and the numerous victories halt-

ing sewer extension further into Milton, thereby limiting housing density in some of the most beautiful areas of Milton.

Unfortunately, a new threat to our city has emerged. The CSO is the single most important and divisive issue the city has faced since incorporation. To be blunt, the CSO is a bad idea for Milton. It threatens our identity. The CSO essentially introduces privatized sewer via community septic.

Our lack of sewered areas in Milton has been critical to keeping our housing density far below neighboring communities. Houses must sit on at least one acre of land.

Additionally, rigorous percolation testing requirements often result in even lower housing densities. The current CSO does not require the percolation test, which has been instrumental in keeping our density low.

Housing densities must increase to make conserva-

tion subdivisions an attractive option to developers. The result will be increased strain on our roads, infrastructure, schools and community due to more homes than our AG-1 standards would ever permit.

Apparently, I am not alone in my opinions about the CSO. The leaked emails clearly show that our hired consultants struggled to justify the CSO. The consultants indicate Milton is not a good match for a CSO because of our lack of sewer and our one-acre lot minimums.

Finally, I would like to commend our Planning Commission. They have worked tirelessly for months to fully vet the CSO. Three times, they have unanimously rejected the CSO, also finding it not to be a good option for Milton.

I encourage readers to attend the Dec. 7 City Council meeting and register their opposition to the CSO. Laura Bentley, Milton

LETTER TO EDITOR

Milton CSO: stop arguing and get back to work My comments relate to the article that ran last week in the Milton Herald titled “Emails Highlight CSO Uncertainty” by Jonathan Copsey (Nov. 18). Let me first say that I have not ever met Don Broussard, the consultant hired by the city to develop a Conservation Subdivision Ordinance, so I am not coming forward with any ulterior motives to support Don Broussard.

There has been quite a lot of small-town hysteria, unfortunately, that has erupted over the emails that mysteriously have been leaked.

I listened online to the planning commission’s meeting as those emails were presented by a Milton resident stating that she found them anonymously in her mailbox. The drama created by certain Planning Commission members as they discussed that the emails might be “questionable and should be investigated” was very disappointing. One member went on to say, “I wouldn’t want these on the front page of the newspaper,” and, curiously, an article appeared.

The fact is the city has all of the emails regarding Mr. Broussard because they demanded that he turn them over while in the course of doing business with the city of Milton. If there was anything that seemed improper in those emails, I trust that the City Manager and City Attorney would have addressed those issues professionally and internally. In this same article, posted online Nov. 16, 2015, Mr. Broussard states in the comment section, “Though the review of this controversy sounds reasonable, it is fatally incomplete and the quote from my email is taken completely out of context. There is no indication that Mr. Copsey, the reporter, ever attempted to contact me for my comment yet my email address

is clearly in the emails along with my phone numbers.”

So, you need to ask yourself, why would anyone want this information to get out to the public, including delivering them to Appen newspapers? Someone(s) had incredibly poor judgment to create this embarrassing mess that ultimately damages the credibility of the city and undermines the entire process of the development of the ordinance.

While I am not a citizen of Milton, I continue to volunteer with Preserve Rural Milton as a board member because I have the vision like many of you, that land conservation is so important in keeping an area like Milton special.

I support Mayor Joe Lockwood’s initiative in his Milton Legacy plan, that Conservation Design neighborhoods will be one small solution to Milton’s challenge of trying to preserve land, while balancing its landowners’ rights.

I sincerely hope that Council will make the changes necessary to the current draft CSO. Many have been well researched and solutions suggested by citizens who want to see a positive outcome, a “win-win” that the mayor stated recently is also his goal. Or, it might make sense since the rationale for deferring the vote in September still holds true: allow it to “be looked at it tandem” (per the City Attorney at the Sept. 21, 2015 City Council meeting) with the other changes being considered in AG-1 development. A CSO is only one of several development options that Milton will hopefully adopt, and it makes sense that it be simultaneously worked on with the rural design and other options being proposed in Section 50 of the Milton Code. Back to work now!

Cindy Eade, Preserve Rural Milton Board Member

Several hundred crosses have been made since the creation of the city to honor and remember those who have fought and died for our country.

Resident reflects on Veterans Day EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is an excerpt from a longer piece by resident Bill Kelly. For the complete version visit northfutlon.com.

Since the Declaration of Independence, driven by duty and values, our sons and daughters left families and friends, jobs and careers, hopes and dreams to travel off to a new life of service to America. Many bled and died for freedom.

On those uncertain mornings of their leaving, they looked back over their shoulders and thought, “Remember me. Till then, when all the world … free … please wait for me.”

On a cold, rainy November morning in 2015, dampness cuts to the core of older bones with every unexpected blast of north wind. On this gray, sunless Sunday morning in Milton, Georgia, volunteers assembled to remember veterans who served in past wars.

We teamed up to place crosses and American flags along sidewalks around City Hall and down along busy roads on the west side of Milton. For a time, crosses and flags will stand at attention as a reminder of ultimate sacrifices.

I offered to help one of my Knight of Columbus friends put Veterans Day memorial crosses out this year.

In the corner of the lot, I can see a large, white trailer surrounded by orange, red and yellow fall leaves backed up against a wall of green shrubs.

On the trailer hangs hundreds of crosses. Each cross bears the name of a fallen brother or sister.

No one has arrived yet.

Alone in the parking lot, I walk over to the ranks and ranks of crosses and page through them, looking at the names.

At first, I feel the cold separation of personal anonymity.

Who died here? For whom

do we pause here? Who, I wonder, were Arthur H. Lusk and Franklin P. Lusk, and Irving Lusk, Elmer F. Lusk and Sidney T. Lusk, all from one family, all with crosses here and all who have died and who have served my country? I am reminded by the poem not to ask for whom the bell tolls.

These crosses are somehow me.

I never knew them personally but somehow joined we are. Maybe, it is the way we value life, dignity and personal freedom that inexorably links us to the living and the dead. Each of these lives gives expression to the American values found in our heritage documents and daily lives.

Values we still defend to the death.

As I touch these crosses, I feel these brothers and sisters in arms here. They literally died for my freedom and the freedom of others across the globe. The memory of their sacrifice moves my heart. Deep warmth fights the November morning chill. I am grateful for their contribution to my freedom.

The cross and the flag are both fitting symbols of salvation. God and the American soldier have bled and died in compassion for the good and freedom of others, in lands all over this world. It is uniquely American to act in mercy and compassion to better the plight of others. Freedom is in our DNA. When you finish your coffee and take a ride down Deerfield Road to Home Depot one of these mornings, slow down a little. Take a closer look at the names on the crosses and, maybe, just say a little prayer for the ones they left behind.

One day your love, too, may be called to bleed for freedom.

Please remember these veterans and those who love them.

Bill Kelly, Milton

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ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Labor announced that the state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in October was 5.7 percent, down one-tenth of a percentage point from 5.8 percent in September. The rate was 6.8 percent in October 2014.

“A strong over-the-month increase of 29,000 jobs helped push our unemployment rate to its lowest level in seven-and-a-half years,” said State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler. “This year’s September-to-October job growth is much stronger than the 16,600 job growth average for the same period over the last three years.”

The number of jobs increased to 4,302,800, up by 0.7 percent, from September.

Much of the job growth came in trade, transportation and warehousing, professional and business services, state and local government, manufacturing, leisure and hospitality, financial activities, education and health services and information services.

“Over-the-year, our employers created 97,100 jobs, which is a 2.3 percent growth

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The number of initial claims for unemployment insurance, a measure of new layoffs, rose by 2,701 or 10 percent, to 29,629 in October. Most of the rise in October was due to an increase in temporary claims filed in manufacturing, especially in textiles and transportation equipment. However, over the year, the number of claims was down by 3,270, or 9.9 percent, from 32,899 filed in October 2014.

In October, the state’s labor force increased by 7,396 to 4,736,342. Butler said job seekers should utilize the GDOL’s new job listing service, EmployGeorgia.com, where 79,324 jobs throughout the state were posted in October.

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MILTON, Ga. - Summit Hill Elementary School Daisy Troop 16422 visited the Milton Fire Station 43 on Nov. 17. The tour of the station included seeing the living quarters, learning about the equipment the firemen use, seeing a fire fighter in full gear, a talk about fire safety and learning about animal rescue. The Daisy Troop chose to tour a fire station to earn their Daisy Petal “Respect for Authority.”

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The host, Stefanie Sheehan, held a live recording Nov. 16 at Alpharetta’s Mugs on Milton coffeehouse. She interviewed eight local entrepreneurs throughout the day.

Each week, the podcast features interviews Sheehan has with local entrepreneurs and startups to figure out what

worked and what didn’t, giving new businesses someone to consult with their own problems.

Guest Brad Stevens, of Entreholic, a marketing firm, said the podcast was important.

“It’s entrepreneurs supporting other entrepreneurs,” he said. “There are lots of people talking about starting their business, but taking action is important.”

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Sheehan said the live recordings were better than her typical interviewing format — over Skype from her home.

“I like to be around people,” she said. “I l love interviewing, but here I can look them in the eye and see their reactions and smiles.”

The guests also got something out of it, she said. They were able to meet and mingle and network with each other throughout the day.

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The Roswell City Walk apartments officially opened Nov. 17 near Canton Street. They now sit at 85 percent full.

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By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – Roswell’s first new apartments in years have opened, with city leaders gathering Nov. 17 at the grand opening of Roswell City Walk.

Located near Canton Street and Roswell’s City Hall, City Walk features 320 one- and two-bedroom luxury apartments. It opened for leasing

in late March and now sits at 85 percent leased. Chris Cassidy, division president for the Southeast for Lennar Multifamily, the builder, said it was one of the fastest-leased properties built by Lennar.

“This is a product people want to live in and Roswell is a place where people want to live,” Cassidy said.

He predicted 95 percent occupancy by early next year.

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Forsyth renews contract with Lake Lanier Association

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Since 1966, the Lake Lanier Association’s mission has been to protect Lake Lanier and its watershed, ensuring a clean, full and safe Lake Lanier that enhances the lake’s economic value to Georgia. And now they’ve been granted the opportunity to continue their partnership with Forsyth County for another year.

On Nov. 10, the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners voted 4-0, with Jim Boff absent, to renew the agreement for 2016 and to provide $20,000 for the cause.

This past year was one of the best for the association, according to Val Perry, president. Many of the programs

were highly successful, including Shore Sweep, which was held on Sept. 26 and is a massive community service cleanup day.

“From Shore Sweep, collecting more than 40 tons of trash in the lake with at least 15 tons of that from Forsyth County, and that was in spite of it raining all day,” Perry said. “We’ve also done a thing called rip-rap, which is putting rocks on islands that are eroding into the lake. The first one was in Forsyth County and is a $55,000 to $60,000 job.”

Another project the association does is removing large objects from the lake, including 12 items removed this year, six of which were from Forsyth County, Perry said.

“You all have been the leader in

supporting and investing in our organization,” Perry said. “You all helping us may convince the other surrounding counties.”

Brian Tam said he thinks the association has been a great asset to the area and community.

“Some of the projects you’ve undertaken, including improving hazard markers, are really something that was needed out there,” Tam said. “It’s hard to say

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Mackenzie Bearup Editor’s note: The North Atlanta Business Post, an Appen Media Group publication, recently recognized 40 individuals under the age of 40 with outstanding accomplishments in their professional or extracurricular lives.

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At-Large Selection Age: 22 Title/Company: Founder & Director of Sheltering Books Inc. Mackenzie Bearup has lived in Alpharetta for most of her life.

At 10 years old, she was diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome, which she described as one of “the most painful and least known neurological disorders known in the medical world.”

The only way to distract herself from the pain was by escaping into a great book. Taking that lesson, she had the thought at age 13 that other children needed to read and have similar escapes, which is how Sheltering Books Inc. was created.

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New retailers, expansions at North Point Mall ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Business is good at North Point Mall — two new retailers, rue21 and Cinnabon, will open stores this fall, Leonisa opened several months ago, and three others, Forever 21, Express and Victoria’s Secret, will remodel and expand.

“The addition of great new retailers and the expansions and remodels of long-established retailers demonstrate our commitment to providing shoppers with new, upgraded shopping experiences,” said Nick Nicolosi, general manager of North Point Mall.

Rue21, a teen apparel retailer, offers guys and girls the latest styles and fashions while staying af-

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Ewing, Gosy join Harry Norman Forsyth/Lake Lanier CUMMING, Ga. – Harry Norman Realtors welcomed Karen Ewing and Michael Gosy as real estate agents in the Forsyth County/Lake Lanier office.

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fordable. The 7,751-square-foot store will be located on the lower level near Sears.

Cinnabon, leader of cinnamon roll bakeries, opened its 860-square-foot store on the lower level Von Maur wing Nov. 13.

Forever 21 offers a full line of contemporary fashions and accessories for men, women and children. The store, located on the lower level, will expand to 13,399 square feet.

Victoria’s Secret remodeled and expanded its current location on the lower level by adding its youngertargeted Pink brand to the mix. The 10,460-square-

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Apparel and accessories retailer Express remodeled its current location to display the company’s new store prototype format. The 8,300-square-foot store is now open and located on the lower level.

Leonisa, an international women’s intimate apparel retailer, offers shapewear and swimwear. The 2,355-square-foot store opened in July and is located on the lower level near the center court. The North Point Mall location is the retailer’s first flagship store in Georgia.

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Jones, division president, announced three promotions within his management team. All three members have been with Lennar Atlanta since the start of this division in 2010.

Ginny Bryant, who joined Lennar Atlanta as director of sales and marketing, has been promoted to vice president of sales.

Christopher (“Chris”) Recker, who has been Lennar Atlanta’s director of construction, has been named vice president of operations.

Seth Brown, previously one of the company’s area construction managers, has been appointed director of construction.

Since 2010, Roswell-based Lennar Atlanta, part of Lennar Corp., one of the leading new homebuilders in the U.S., has completed more than 1,200 new single-family residences and townhomes in 35-plus communities throughout the greater metropolitan Atlanta area and Georgia.

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Navadina Hair & Wigs opens in Roswell Business: Navadina Hair & Wigs Opened: Oct. 17, 2015 Owner: Morgan Martinez What: Navadina Hair & Wigs carries the finest quality grade Virgin Remy Brazilian, Malaysian, Peruvian, Indian, Cambodian, Mongolian and Eurasian hair extensions, along with premium-made closures, frontals and wigs.

Wigs for children and adult cancer patients offered at discounted prices.

Also carrying hair care products and hair accessories.

Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Address: Kings Market, 1425 Market Blvd., Suite 525, Roswell Phone: 678-585-0615 Website: www.navadinahair.com

Used PC Outlet opens in Roswell Business: Used PC Outlet Opened: June 2015 Owners: Johnson Mathew and Philip Itty What: A computer store where anyone can buy or repair computers without spending a fortune. Offering off-lease commercial-grade desktops and lap-

tops at below-market prices. Also offering computer repairs and electronics equipment recycling, including old cell phones and computers.

Hours: 11 a.m.– 7 p.m.

Address: 595 East Crossville Road, #200, Roswell Phone: 770-993-0603

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Come Experience Milton’s New & Unique Market Full Retail Grocery ocery • Gift Shop • Wine Shop & Organic Organi Coffee Cafe

Wine Tasting Events at least Once a Month NOVEMBER 29th Christmas With The Farmtable Begins 8am-5pm

OOur Christmas Wonderland is back. Come out for some great photo opportunities with all oof our wonderland characters. We have a live Olaf, Queen Elsa, Buddy the Elf, and more.

Great time to get your Family Tree. We have the best Live Michigan Fraser Fir Trees available avai anywhere. Our facebook page is full of testimonials on how our trees are the best.

They The won’t dry out and will remain beautiful the entire season. We also feature wreaths, holiday h decorations, gift baskets, and a full gift shop! So come out for Organic Coffee and Hot Apple Cider. Relax and have a great time. Looking forward to meeting you.

Our Fall Drinks Are Here:

– Wilbur and Rudy

Pumpkin Spice • Caramel Apple Spice • Campfire Cream • Almond Joy • Cinn-FALL (all coffee is organic and hand roasted daily)

LOOK FORWARD TO OUR CHRISTMAS STORE .... EVERYTHING YOU NEED THIS SEASON, TREES WREATHS, DECOR & GIFTS

850 Hickory Flat Road • Milton, GA (877) 201-2601 • Farmtable.Milton@gmail.com • www.FarmtableMarket.com Go to our website for more information on Wilbur and Rudy’s and for a complete list of our events.

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MILTON TREE LIGHTING

GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT AT THE DRAKE CLOSET

Enjoy food, fashion and fun while shopping for new jewelry, gifts and accessories and more. Thursday, Dec. 3, 26 Old Roswell St., Alpharetta; Thursday, Dec. 10, 825 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell, 6 – 8 p.m. Visit drakehouse. org for more info.

EVENTS: THANKSGIVING BREAK ART CAMP

What: Send your artist on a creative journey with Art & Beyond’s Thanksgiving Break Art Camp.

When: Three single-day sessions Nov. 23-25, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Where: Art & Beyond, 8560 Holcomb Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: artandbeyondstudio.com

TRYPTOPHAN HALFMARATHON IN CUMMING

What: Before digging into your Thanksgiving feast, work up an appetite by running one of three distances: halfmarathon, 10K or 5K. All proceeds benefit Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

When: Thursday, Nov. 26, 7:30 a.m.

Where: All distances will start and finish at Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming, winding along the Big Creek Greenway.

More info: Sign up at runsignup.com/Race/GA/ Cumming/TryptophanHalf Marathon10k5k

LOCAL AUTHOR BOOK SIGNINGS

What: Marie Kirkpatrick will host interactive readings for her latest book, “Frankie’s Christmas Surprise.”

When: Saturday, Nov. 28, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Barnes & Noble, The Collection Forsyth; Wednesday, Dec. 2, 3:15-4 p.m., Forsyth County Public Library, Cumming; Saturday, Dec. 12, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Barnes & Noble, The Forum.

More info: frankiebooks.com

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: ‘CATS’ AT CUMMING PLAYHOUSE

What: The musical tells the story of a tribe of cats called the Jellicles and the night

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ATLANTA PIZZA WARS

An event combining pizza and pets, each ticket will include an unlimited sampling of pies from participating pizzerias. Saturday, Nov. 28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Wills Park Equestrian Center, 11925 Wills Road, Alpharetta. Visit atlantapizzawars.com for more info.

they make what is known as “the Jellicle choice” and decide which cat will ascend to the Heaviside Layer and come back to a new life.

When: Through Dec. 13, 8 p.m.

Where: The Cumming Playhouse, 101 School St., Cumming. Tickets available online.

More info: playhousecumming.com

BOWIE NICHOLS ART EXHIBIT

What: Photographs and abstract paintings by local artist Bowie Nichols.

When: Through Nov. 30, Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

PET ADOPTIONS: HALF-OFF ADOPTION FEES WITH LIFELINE ANIMAL PROJECT

What: During their “Give Shelter Pets a Reason to be Thankful” promotion, LifeLine Animal Project is offering half-off adoption fees at their shelters.

When: Throughout November Where: DeKalb County Animal Services, Fulton County Animal Services, LifeLine’s Dog House & Kitty Motel and LifeLine’s Cat Adoption Center More info: lifelineanimal.org

FORSYTH COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER

What: Pet adoptions When: Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: The Forsyth County Animal Shelter, 4065 County Way, Forsyth County More info: 678-965-7185

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What: Pet adoptions When: Monday-Friday 11

9TH ANNUAL JOHNS CREEK FOUNDERS DAY PARADE

A lively parade features marching bands, floats, Santa and more.

Saturday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m. Traveling west on State Bridge between Kimball Bridge Road and West Morton Road.

Visit johnscreekga.gov/ community/events/ foundersday for more info.

a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Where: Fulton County Animal Services, 860 Marietta Blvd NW, Atlanta More info: 404-613-4958

LIBRARY EVENTS: For a complete list of events, go to afpls.org/ events

4-H CRAFT

What: Join us for a children’s craft project hosted by the Camp Fulton-Truitt 4-H Education Center.

Registration required.

When: Wednesday, Nov. 23 and Dec. 23, 10: 30 a.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: 404-613-6736

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT WORD

What: An introductory class to familiarize computer users with Microsoft Word. Adults.

Registration required.

When: Tuesday, Dec. 1, 1 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: 404-613-4050

FAMILY PLAYTIME

What: Coloring, puzzles, books and time to socialize with other families. Ages 0-5.

When: Wednesdays, Dec. 2, and Dec. 9, 10:30 a.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: 404-613-6735

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS NOW & LATER JOHNS CREEK CITY HALL TREE LIGHTING

What: Enjoy the lighting of the Christmas tree and dreidel with traditional holiday music by local elementary school choruses. A Toys for Tots drop-off will be available.

When: Monday, Nov. 30, 6:30 p.m.

Milton’s holiday season will kick off with the Milton Tree Lighting, including musical performances, Milton’s mayor and City Council counting down to the big moment, Santa and hot chocolate.

Saturday, Nov. 28, 6-7 p.m. At the corner of Ga. 9 and Webb Road, in front of the Deerfield Place shopping center.

Visit cityofmiltonga.us for more info.

Where: Johns Creek City Hall, 12000 Findley Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

FORSYTH SENIORS HOLIDAY GIFT ANGELS PROGRAM

What: Pick up a gift request tag for a local senior citizen and deliver an unwrapped gift in a gift bag with the tag attached.

When: Gifts due by Monday, Nov. 30 Where: Deliver to any of the three Forsyth County Senior Services locations weekdays; Center at Charles Place, 595 Dahlonega Street; Sexton Hall Enrichment Center, 2115 Chloe Road; Hearthstone Lodge Community Center, 7305 Lanier Drive More info: call Forsyth County Senior Services, 770-7812178

“A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS” AT SMITH PLANTATION HOME What: The Roswell Garden Club decorates the Smith Plantation Home with the theme of “A Musical Christmas.” Each room is decorated with ideas using the club’s favorite Christmas carols as inspiration.

When: Through Jan. 2, 2016 Where: Smith Plantation House, 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell More info: visitroswellga.com

CHRISTMAS AT THE ROSWELL VISITORS CENTER

What: It’s a “retro” Christmas as vintage snowmen and other old-fashioned touches decorate the tree at the Roswell Visitors Center, compliments of the Roswell Garden Club.

When: Through Jan. 3, Monday through Fridays 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. -4 p.m. and Sundays noon-3 p.m.

Where: Roswell Visitors Center, 617 Atlanta St., Roswell More info: visitroswellga.com

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Or email us with photo and description of your event to calendar@appenmediagroup.com.

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE

What: Cirque Dreams Holidaze lights up the 2015 holiday season with its newest holiday stage spectacular.

When: Wednesday, Nov. 25, and Friday, Nov. 27, at 7:30 p.m.

Where: Atlanta’s Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta More info: FoxTheatre.org

ROSWELL DANCE THEATRE’S “THE NUTCRACKER”

What: With over 350 cast members, this holiday tradition will have sugarplums dancing in your head.

When: Friday, Nov. 27-Sunday, Dec. 6 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: tysod.com

LANIER ISLANDS MAGICAL NIGHTS OF LIGHTS AND WINTER ADVENTURE

What: Drive across the Lanier Islands bridge and into a world of lights. Also, enjoy a new adventure this year with Winter Adventure, a snow-packed winter playland perfect for building a snowman, delightful tubing and thrilling sledding.

When: Opens Nov. 27 Where: Lanier Islands, 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway, Buford 770-945-8787 More info: lanierislands.com

HOLIDAY HANDMADES SALE

What: Browse our curated collection of 40-plus talented makers who have a keen sense of fresh styles and modern trends. Admission and refreshments are free.

Support your handcrafting community this year. Shop small, buy local.

When: Saturday, Nov. 28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Gracepointe Church, 1315 Pilgrim Mill Road, Cumming More info: on.fb.me/1PB99qE

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NFCC SANTA SHOP TOY DRIVE What: North Fulton Community Charities’ annual holiday program providing toys and gifts to low-income children in the North Fulton area. Donate toys and gifts, volunteer and/or sponsor a family in need.

When: Tuesday, Dec. 1, until Sunday, Dec. 20 Where: NFCC, 11270 Elkins Road, Roswell More info: nfcchelp.org/ holiday

COOKIES WITH THE CLAUSES

What: Santa and Mrs. Claus are taking a break to stop by and have cookies with the children.

When: Dec. 2, 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Community Center, 175 Roswell St. More info: alpharetta.ga.us/ about/news/2015/10/30/ cookies-with-the-clauses

SPRUILL GALLERY HOLIDAY ARTISTS MARKET

What: The 22nd Annual Holiday Artists Market will feature unique and locally crafted gifts and décor.

When: Nov. 16-Dec. 23, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. MondaySaturday; noon-5 p.m.

Sunday Where: Spruill Gallery, 4681 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody More info: spruillarts.org/ events_fundraisers_holiday_ artist_market.php

GWINNETT BALLET THEATRE PRESENTS “THE NUTCRACKER”

What: Give your family a holiday treat with Gwinnett Ballet Theatre’s “The Nutcracker.”

When: Dec. 4-20, times and live-orchestra shows vary Where: Infinite Energy Arena, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth More info: gwinnettballet.org

“UH-OH, HERE COMES CHRISTMAS!” BY ACT1 THEATER IN ALPHARETTA

What: This charming show takes a funny, heartwarming and often poignant look at the struggle to find the spirit of the holidays amid the avalanche of commercialism, stress and chaos that crashes down every December through songs and many short stories.

When: Dec. 4-20, 8 p.m.

Where: ACT1 Theater inside Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta More info: Tickets online at act1theater.com.

CELEBRATION OF LIGHTS AT NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL

What: Enjoy live entertainment from local schools and groups, children’s activities, photos with Santa and the lighting of the giant

Christmas tree atop Northside Hospital-Forsyth.

When: Friday, Dec. 4, 6-8 p.m.

Where: 1200 Northside Forsyth Drive, Cumming More info: marketplacechristmas.com

ROSWELL’S ANNUAL LIGHTING OF TOWN SQUARE

What: Fun family event includes carolers from local schools, lighting of the square, a reading of “Twas the Night Before Christmas” and Santa Claus.

When: Saturday, Dec. 5, 5-6 p.m.

Where: Historic Roswell Town Square, intersection of Hwy. 9 and Hwy. 120 More info: roswellgov.com

ALPHARETTA CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

What: Santa and Mrs. Claus will be visiting with children all evening in the gazebo during the lighting of the 45-foot live spruce tree with 10,000 white lights.

Mayor David Belle Isle will read “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” and North Point Community Church will present entertainment.

When: Saturday, Dec. 5, 5-9 p.m.

Where: Old Milton Park, downtown Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharetta.com

JINGLE JOG IN CUMMING

What: Get a running start to your day at 8:30 a.m. by participating in the Jingle Jog 5K in Cumming.

When: Saturday, Dec. 5, 8:30 a.m.

Where: Town Center, 2085 Market Place Blvd., Cumming More info: marketplacechristmas.com

TOYS FOR TOTS HOLIDAY GOLF TOURNAMENT

What: The 8th Annual MGA Toys for Tots Holiday Golf Tournament will benefit Toys for Tots and Turning Point Women’s Health Care.

When: Saturday, Dec. 5 Where: Alpharetta Athletic Club, 3430 GA-9, Alpharetta More info: contact Mike Kozel at mike.kozel@gmail.com or 678-591-2138

CHRISTMAS IN CRABAPPLE

What: Milton, in partnership with the CCA, hosts the 8th Annual Christmas in Crabapple, a quaint holiday tradition including Santa photos, caroling, s’mores, hot cocoa and fun.

When: Saturday, Dec. 5, 2-5 p.m.

Where: Historic downtown Crabapple at the Broadwell Pavilion, 12615 Broadwell Road More info: cityofmiltonga.us

CALENDAR CALENDAR ANNUAL HEIRLOOM HOLIDAY DINNER What: The Roswell Historical Society will be putting on the Ritz at their annual heirloom holiday dinner, a Roaring Twenties Gala.

When: Saturday, Dec. 5, 6 p.m.

Where: Muse & Co. Fine Arts, 27 Oak St, Roswell More info: roswellhistoricalsociety.org/ Heirloom-Dinner.html

TWISTED TINSEL HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR

What: Ride a trolley between the three antebellum mansions, where Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall and Smith Plantation will be decorated for the holidays.

When: Saturday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Cost: Admission to each home is $5; children 12-and-under free More info: roswellgov.com/ discover-us/southern-trilogyhistoric-homes

ICE SKATING IN ROSWELL

What: Fellowship Bible Church is partnering with the city of Roswell to provide free ice skating. This fun, family event includes a community gift shop, ice skating rink, inflatables for younger children and festive music.

When: Saturday, Dec. 5, 12:30-9 p.m.

Where: The Adult Rec Center, 830 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell More info: fellowshiproswell. org

35TH ANNUAL CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARADE!

What: Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation will host the 35th Annual Children’s Christmas Parade, the largest holiday parade in the Southeast, replete with floats, giant helium-filled balloons and marching bands.

When: Saturday, Dec. 5, 10:30 a.m.

Where: From Peachtree and 16th streets to Peachtree and 5th streets in midtown Atlanta.

More info: choa.org/parade

HIGHLAND MANOR HOLIDAY MARKET

What: Shop for beautiful and unique artisan gifts with over 20 local vendors When: Sunday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Highland Manor Club House, 15890 Milton Point, Milton Cost: Free More info: email wahl@ bellsouth.net

SANTA WILL BE CALLING FORSYTH CHILDREN

What: Forsyth County Parks and Recreation will host their annual Santa’s Calling program for children ages 3 through 10.

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Where: Registration forms online at forsythco.com/ parks or at the county’s three recreation centers located at Central Park, Fowler Park and Old Atlanta Park.

More info: forsythco.com/ parks or call 770-205-4646

GEORGIA BRASS BAND FREE CHRISTMAS CONCERT

What: The Georgia Brass Band will perform a free concert. Under the baton of founding conductor Joe Johnson, the ensemble will perform both traditional and contemporary seasonal works

by Vivaldi, Bizet, Himes, Freeh and Sparke.

When: Thursday, Dec. 10, 7 p.m.

Where: Chamblee First United Methodist Church, 4147 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Chamblee More info: call Joe Johnson, 678-517-2983

THE NORTH ATLANTA CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL

What: A full-scale tribute to the Christmas season, incorporating an all-volunteer cast and including the Mount Pisgah Worship Choir and Mount Pisgah Orchestra.

Stunning special effects ring in the season with theater, Broadway-style music, Christmas songs and a dramatic presentation of the birth of Jesus.

When: Dec. 11-13, 7 p.m. daily, 1 p.m. matinee Dec. 12 Where: Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church, 2850 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: nacfonline.com

“A CHRISTMAS CAROL” AT BULLOCH HALL

What: Gather at Roswell’s grand Bulloch Hall for an intimate 45-seat performance of Charles Dickens’ holiday classic once again featuring Brink Miller as Ebenezer Scrooge.

When: Friday, Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m., with shows continuing through Dec. 20 Where: Bulloch Hall, 80 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell Cost: Tickets are $15 More info:.bullochhall.org/achristmas-carol.html

CDA’S SANTA NIGHT 2015

What: Join our merry band of Santa wannabes who will pop off their “sleigh” (it’s really a trolley car) and into local restaurants to entertain patrons for five minutes with a carol or two. They will pass a Santa hat for donations and then be off to the next “rooftop.”

When: Friday, Dec. 11, 5 p.m.

Where: Child Development Association, 89 Grove Way, Roswell More info: cdakids.org

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS COOKIE SALE What: A large variety of homemade cookies and other goodies sold by the pound. There are also some special categories such as no nuts, sugar free and egg/gluten free. Cookies are gift boxed with colorful ribbon at no additional cost.

Proceeds benefit programs and missions of the women of Christ the King Lutheran Church.

When: Saturday, Dec, 12, 9 a.m.-noon Where: Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road, Cumming More info: call June Wolsin, 770-889-0908 Deck the Stalls at Save-theHorses What: Annual fundraising event to provide feed and care for over 100 horses and other animals at this horse rescue facility. Activities will include hay rides, horse/reindeer rides, games, vendor booths, photos with the horses and much more.

When: Sunday, Dec. 13, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Save-the-Horses Farm, 1768 Newt Green Road, Cumming More info: savethehorses.org

REINDEER DAY IN ROSWELL

What: Meet live reindeer at the Chattahoochee Nature Center and enjoy a day full of learning about winter animals and enjoying holiday cheer.

All activities included in general admission.

When: Sunday, Dec. 13, noon Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell More info: chattnaturecenter. org

HOLIDAY SHOW AT THREE CHIMNEYS FARM CLUBHOUSE

What: Lots of great gifts: candles, cosmetics, holiday signs and decor, handmade jewelry and Whimsy Daisy annual clearance sale.

When: Sunday, Dec. 13, 1-5 p.m.

Where: 3625 3 Chimney Lane, Cumming More info: Kathylins123@ hotmail.com

CHRISTMAS WITH AMY GRANT & MICHAEL W. SMITH What: Christmas with Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith, backed by a full symphony orchestra, will be a special holiday concert featuring Grant and Smith performing Christmas favorites and more.

When: Friday, Dec. 18, 8 p.m.

Where: Infinite Energy Arena, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth More info: InfiniteEnergyCenter.com

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Calabash Cotillion puts sand in your shoes Beach music as much a state of mind as place

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com MARIETTA, Ga. – After 30 years, they still come to the Calabash Cotillion to hear what is known as beach music.

The event has been a staple of North Fulton beach aficionados since 1985, when local attorney Don Rolader and his sisters Melanie Rolader Kleekamp and Sally Rolader were vacationing at Pawley’s Island, South Carolina, with their respective spouses. They decided to run over to Myrtle Beach to see The Embers play on Melanie’s 30th birthday.

“And we said this was the best band we ever heard,” Don Rolader said. “So we asked them how we could get them to come play in Atlanta.”

The band’s response was, “Well, call us up and book us.”

That sounded easy enough.

Rolader and his sisters learned if they booked the bands on a Thursday night, it would be cheaper.

“So we booked them into the Atlanta Athletic Club and invited everybody we knew.

My then-brother-in-law and I wound up losing about $500 apiece, but it was a helluva party,” he said.

Everyone remarked what a good time they had, and Rolader was encouraged to do it again, and that time broke even. And, again, people seemed to love it.

“As an event, it began to grow. And we didn’t do it every year, but everybody just had a great time when we did,” he said. “We finally outgrew the Atlanta Athletic Club when we had 429 people one year.”

There’s always that one guy who goes stag and dances with everybody else’s wife.

The Calabash Cotillion

moved on from there and, later in its life, became a fundraiser for North Fulton Community Charities with silent and live auctions and the whole nine yards at the Marriott in Alpharetta. Its second year as a fundraiser, the beachy bash garnered $72,000 for NFCC. “By then we were booking The Jesters, which was a great group out of Athens. People loved them, too,” Rolader said.

“For years, it was kind of just the social event for insiders in North Fulton.

“They said this is what we want to do, we love it.”

But, as time passed, it took a little more energy each year to put the thing together. The gaps between the years got to be a little wider, but the cry would eventually go out, “Calabash is back!” and folks would dig out their madras slacks and best pair of old Dockers to shag once again.

“My sister Melanie told me she was 60 this year and how about the Calabash again? I said if we did it, it would the 30th year. So she said, ‘I’ve the time and I’ve got the money so we’re going to do it one last time.’

“So she organized and put it all together and underwrote it.”

This year they held it at the Renaissance Atlanta Waverly, and of course they asked The Embers to do the honors one last time.

“But that’s how the Calabash came to be. The stamp on it was always casual. No coats.

No ties. Socks optional. I don’t know that we’ll ever do another one. Melanie’s worried about it because she had so much fun.”

In its heyday, back before The Crash, all the banks would buy tables and about 350 people would attend.

“People are getting older.

They’ve got grandkids now, and they just have other things to do,” Rolader said, than come out for a night of beach music.

What makes a song “beach music?” Rolader said it’s the

Cutting loose on the dance floor is still fun.

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You’re never too old for a good time.

beat, the horn section and the happy times the song is about.

Rolader is a walking encyclopedia of beach bands, so he ought to know. Asked why he does not write the definitive book on beach music, he said someone has already done that.

“Fellow named Greg Haynes wrote ‘Heeey Baby Days of Beach Music: Stories and Remembrances of a Southern Genre.’ If you can find a copy, it’ll tell you all you want to know about it.”

But make no mistake, Rolader is no mere aficionado of beach music. He can tell you chapter and verse about the tunes and the bands that played them and play them still.

He credits the Swingin’ Medallions with taking the genre nationwide with their hit “Double Shot (of My Baby’s Love).” There are others: Billy

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Susan and Don Rolader get to do what they like best, dance the night away.

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And, for a few hours at the Waverly Renaissance Hotel, so did a happy crowd at the Calabash Cotillion.

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Forty-five moms and sons from the Centennial Young Men’s Service League come together to build a “Garden of Appreciation” for a homeless shelter.

Local boys create ‘Garden of Appreciation’ to homeless shelter MILTON, Ga. - Forty-five moms and sons from the Centennial Young Men’s Service League (YMSL) came together Oct. 31 to build a “Garden of Appreciation” and provide much needed yard care to the Nicholas House, a transitional housing shelter for homeless families in our area.

This project was part of a day-ofservice effort called “The Ultimate Gift,”

in which the local YMSL moms and sons spent the day clearing the property, mowing, raking, planting plants and spreading mulch to beautify the areas surrounding the Nicholas House. Community engagement and marketing manager for the Nicholas House, Jordyne Krumroy, said she was so thrilled with the completed project that she added YMSL as a named

partner on their website and has asked that the organization return next year.

The YMSL is a non-profit organization that encourages young men and their mothers to pursue philanthropic involvement in their community and provides an opportunity to enhance mother/son relationships.

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SAT: Continued from Page 6 still urged parents and students to check with potential college choices to see if they require the essay. If taking the essay, students will now have a total of 50 minutes, as opposed to only 25 minutes with the current SAT.

In its own analysis, the College Board determined that fewer than 45 percent of test takers in the class of 2015 received a score on the SAT that met the organization’s “College and Career Readiness Benchmark.” This is essentially the score that will likely earn a student a 3.0 in college courses.

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“The percentage of students who graduate high school ready for college hasn’t increased in the past five years,” said Alcón-Heraux. “This is a call to action for the College Board to redesign our assessments to be more focused, useful, clear and equitable for students, and use our assessments to connect students to opportunities.”

Since its introduction in 1926, the SAT has been the most popular and widely taken college entrance assessment by college-bound students.

However, in recent years the ACT, which is considered by many to more closely align to the high school curriculum, has steadily gained ground on the SAT. In 2014, 1.8 million students took the ACT compared to 1.7 million who took the SAT. The College Board has partnered with Khan Academy to provide all students with free, personalized practice to help improve their skills for the SAT. Students and parents can register at satpractice.org.

Roswell HS to host SAT

Comparison of old and new SAT Current SAT (ends Dec. 2015) Test Time: 3 hours, 45 minutes Sections: 4 (critical reading, writing, math, essay) Essay: Required Wrong Answer: ¼ point deduction Score scale: 600-2400

New SAT (begins March 2016) Test Time: 3 hours (+50 minutes if taking essay) Sections: 2 (reading/writing and math) Essay: Optional Wrong Answer: No penalty for guessing Score scale: 400-1600; essay scored separately

information meeting Dec. 17 Parents of students in grades 6-12 are invited to learn about the redesigned SAT during the parent information nights on Dec. 8 at Tri-Cities High School and Dec. 17 at Roswell High School. Both meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. in each school’s auditorium. The system held similar seminars throughout the district in November.

Officials with the College Board will share information on the redesigned SAT, scheduled to roll out in March 2016, including the new system for scoring the SAT, the contents of the test, including the different test sections and specific types of questions students will be answering.

The sessions will also be filmed and available to view on FCSTV Cable Channel 24.

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Data: Continued from Page 4 tion of all Georgians,” Kemp said.

As a standard practice, these twelve groups, comprised of Georgia’s news media and political parties, receive a computer disk with an updated list of all of Georgia’s registered voters every month. This information is available to them per existing Georgia law.

However, in October, a clerical error in the IT Division led to these discs containing personal identifying information that should not have been included. Other than the employee who made the error, this error was not known until Friday, Nov. 13, when an organization that received a disc notified the Secretary of State’s office.

Each recipient, including the Georgia Republican Party and the Georgia Democratic Party, has confirmed that the data was not retained or disseminated to any outside parties.

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Information about the voter info leak Individuals Impacted All registered voters in Georgia as of Oct. 13, 2014 may be impacted. To check if you are a registered voter, visit the Georgia My Voter Page at www.mvp. sos.ga.gov.

Information Included The information on the discs included names, addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers (if provided), driver’s license numbers (if provided), voter registration numbers, phone numbers (if provided), gender (if provided), race (if provided) and voter precinct information.

Dedicated Hotline The Secretary of State’s office has established a dedicated hotline that you can call if you have questions related to this incident. That number is 404-654-6045.

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PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City of Milton Planning Commission may be present on December 1, 2015 beginning at 6:00 PM attending a Holiday dinner to be held at Milton's Cuisine & Cocktails, 800 Mayfield Road, Milton, Georgia 30009.

There is no agenda and no official city business will be conducted.

This Public Notice is in accordance with O.C.G.A. §50-14-1.

No final action or other official business will be transacted.

This the 19th day of November 2015.

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Public Information Open House December 2, 2015 4 PM – 6 PM City of Milton Courtroom/Council Chambers 13000 Deerfield Pkwy, Suite 107E Milton, GA 30004

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Contact Kristen at Kristen@alpharettachamber.com for sponsorship information Sponsorship Deadline is December 31st Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce alpharettachamber.com (404) 545-0212

The City of Milton Public Works Department will hold a public information open house on Wednesday, December 2nd to answer questions and display the concept for the Big Creek Greenway Connection Project PI 0012881.

The purpose of this Open House is to provide the public with an opportunity to view the concept, ask questions, and comment on the proposal.

The Open House will be conducted between the hours of 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. at Milton City Hall Courtroom/Council Chambers, Suite 107E. The public is invited to attend this informal meeting anytime during these hours. There will be no formal presentation at the open house.

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Blotter: Continued from Page 2 Yukon.

The victim chased that vehicle and another through the parking lot as it sped off. He drew a firearm as he chased them.

Several pairs of boots were taken from his vehicle.

Police note the Yukon was reported stolen that very night from an employee of the restaurant.

Four other vehicles were reportedly broken into in that parking lot within 15 minutes.

All had windows smashed; however, not all of them reported missing items.

Smash and grab takes $10K in clothes ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Nearly $10,000 in clothing was reportedly stolen Nov. 7 from a sports store on North Point Parkway.

According to employees, an alarm went off just after midnight.

Someone used a brick to smash out a front door.

Checking security footage, police were able to determine a man had run into the store and grabbed large amounts of clothing, then left the store for a minivan.

He then returned and grabbed a second batch of clothing before fleeing. He was in the business for less than three minutes.

Employees told police they suspected a customer from earlier in the day who was acting suspicious and matches the description of the suspect.

In total, more than $9,600 in goods were taken.

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Milton cheerleader named All-State runner up COLUMBUS, Ga. - Milton High School student Savannah Bailey was selected as the 2015 Georgia High School Association (GHSA) Cheerleader of the Year runner up and scholarship winner at the GHSA Cheerleading State Championships held in Columbus, Georgia on Nov. 14. The top two highest scorers in the All State Competition were selected and announced as winners.

Bailey is the first nominee to come from Milton High School for this scholarship and the first to be named one of the top two in the state. Bailey had been named to the All-State cheerleading squad of the Georgia Cheerleading Coaches’ Association competition held at Columbus State University on Aug.8.

Nominated by her cheer coach, Dr. Missy Marsh, Bailey competed against 134 other senior cheerleaders from high school programs across Georgia in the first portion of the competition based on the scholarship application, letters of

recommendation, essay and community service. Competing Aug. 8 at Columbus State University were the 40 cheerleaders who were selected as finalists. The finalists were judged via an interview process and then presented a two-minute cheerleading routine, which showcased their cheering, tumbling and stunting skills. The top 16 All-State cheerleaders were announced on site in August after the completion of the competition.

The All-State cheerleading squad was presented at the GHSA Cheerleading State Championships held in Columbus, Georgia on Nov. 14.

The Georgia Cheerleader of the Year runner up and scholarship winners, the top two scorers in the All-State competition were announced, and all scholarships were presented. The Georgia Cheerleading Coaches’ Association annually awards scholarships of over $3,500 to the GCCA All-State Squad.

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The GHSA announces Milton High School student, Savannah Bailey, as the 2015 GHSA Cheerleader of the Year Runner Up.

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MILTON, Ga. -- The U9 girls Eagle Stix Lacrosse team played in the third Annual Pumpkin Smash Tournament on Nov. 7, 2015. The tournament was held at Lassiter High School and the girls played teams including Pope, Walton and B12. The Eagle Stix were undefeated throughout the pool play and tournament games. The team includes, in back row from left: Coach Bryan Mellinger, Kathryn Kipley, Ansley Driver, Payton Kozina, Ella Pauley and Coach Jason Pawlowski; Front row are Coach Paige Kelly, Ella Pawlowski, Kylie Parsons, Anna Mellinger, Kylie Waters and Jensen Kelly. Not pictured is Coach David Kozina.

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Falls 14-0 to Rome

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagrouop.com MILTON, Ga. – The Cambridge Bears eighth-grade feeder football team came up short Nov. 14, losing 14-0 to Rome in the championship game. The Bears’ final record after three years stands at 31-3.

This is the third year the team has made it to the 5-AAAAA Georgia Middle School Athletic Association state championship, and all three years they’ve competed against the Rome Wolves, said Cambridge Football Coach Craig Bennett. Going into Saturday’s game, held at Sprayberry High School, both teams had identical records of 31-2.

“I have followed these kids for three years,” said Bennett. “They and their coaches have done a tremendous job.”

Bennett, who will see many of the boys next year as they progress to high school, praised the football feeder program that starts boys in younger graders before they come to the high school.

“The feeder program is huge,” he said. “The success of the program is important to understanding what they are doing at an early age so there can be a seamless transition into high school.

“It’s a huge blessing to have the coaches we have and to have kids committed to one program.”

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Collectibles

Medical Equipment

Wanted to Buy

Waterfront, Outside GA

Garage Sale

Moveable Barbies, 5/ Teresa. 1993/1995. $10 each. 770-843-0362

Electric Hospital Bed and special extra long mattress. Paid $500. $250 for both. 770-569-1103

VINYL RECORDS, used.

Mostly classic rock. Call Karen 770-841-2414

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ALPHARETTA Men’s and Women’s Apparel Sample Sale Thousands of Items. 1060 Union Center Drive. Suite D. 30004. Sunday 12/6 from 11am-4pm. Adidas, Ashworth, Puma, Nike Polos, Shorts, Pants, Outerwear. Items start at $14.99!

Animals Free to Good Home INDOOR CAT: 12- yearold healthy spayed female, great with other cats. 407-619-4839

Horses BEGINNING HORSEBACK LESSONS

4 years old-adult.

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DOLLS, from 1966: 6 Barbies, 2 Teresa’s $20 each. 770-843-0362.

Furniture DESK, Hooker 71.5”Wx82”Hx23”D. Lighted hutch. Purchased 2001. $500. 678-982-6360 Leather sectional in Rio Chinese Red (103x103”), 6 Extra Firm Cushions, Foam Pillow Tops.

Excellent Condition! $995.

678-591-0450

Captain’s Bed: Like new! $350. 678-232-8305 Bunk Bed, Buzz Lightyear with slide and matching Desk $488. 864-567-0362

HOVEROUND MPV5, Joystick control, 300 pound capacity, leather seats and cup-holder, used 6 months $2000, 770-569-1103

Ultra-Suede Sofa, chairs, 50’s China cabinet, country hutch-$595/all.

MOVING! 813-892-3640

WHEELCHAIR, 3 months old. High seat for longlegged patient. $100. 770569-1103

GAME TABLE, octagonal, flip-over top $499, 770663-0185

Antiques

CHAIRS, 4 tubular brass, cane seats and back. $399/all. 770-663-0185

DECORATIVE DORIC COLUMN, new, 12”dx8’t, $160. 770-521-5335 VELUX SKYLIGHTS, used. (Eight, 21”x44”, two miscellaneous sizes). $475/all. 770-992-6848 leave message

Cemetery Arlington Memorial Park Atlanta Section E, Lot 71A, spaces 1, 2, 3, 4. $3800/each. Debbie ewingadeb@yahoo.com or text/call 770-355-9681 ARLINGTON Desirable Calvary Section.

Lake and Crucifix views.

Lot 545-A, 2 spaces, Retail $13,990. $7900 both. 770-751-3643 Roswell-Greenlawn.

Garden of Prayer overlooking lake with fountain.

4 plots. ivypaigereeder@gmail. com for more info and photos ARLINGTON, Garden-C, Lot 61 Sandy Springs.

Asking $1800 negotiable.

770-993-4065 Greenlawn/Roswell Beautiful serene setting!

Garden of Prayer, 2 lots.

Excellent buy! $2000 each, going rate $6595 each. 706-268-1884

CHAIR LIFT for vehicle, Bruno Curbsider, for motorized chair, remote control, 400-lb. capacity $1500. 404-345-2372 Wheelchair, lightweight, for travel, $50. 770-5691103

Bargains

Building Supplies

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

BABY BED; Collapses, foldable. Carrying bag. $40, 770-993-0835

COCKTAIL TABLE, beautiful, glass, like new, $300/obo. 770-476-7090

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

678-549-6057.

TH-36 PSORIASIS PHOTOTHERAPY LAMP $100. 404-345-2372

Custom Laminate Shelves with 3 drawers (beige).

14’Lx8’Wx16”D. $700.

770-633-0107 DINING TABLE: Round Ralph Lauren 60”d cherry $250. 770-781-0961

Household Moving Sale, everything must go! Selling all contents of townhouse.

Saturdays and Sundays 9am-4pm. Call for more information: 470-558-8071 GE Fridge, Black 25.5 cubic foot, $50 (no ice) 678-456-3738 GE OverOven MW- SS, $50. 678-456-3738 MOVING SALE! Bedroom suite, couch, coffee table, leaf table and bar stools, kitchen and household items. Prices negotiable. Call Lori at 770-256-2410 Alpharetta GE Gas Range, Black, $50 678-456-3738 GAS GRILL, hardly used.

Good condition! $100.

770-476-7090 Amana Dishwasher, black. $50. 678-456-3738 FREEZER: Upright Westinghouse $50.

678-333-4159.

REFRIGERATOR: Fullsize, top freezer. Extra fridge for garage! $50.

678-333-4159.

Musical Instruments

Vintage Barbie, Midge, Francie, Skipper dolls, clothing and accessories.

(Local). Cell 214-8838215 WANTED: CAR, 1968 Mustang Fastback, restored original or Restomod, Automatic ONLY. No clones, tributes or project cars. Serious adult buyer in Alpharetta.

Ed 470-222-1595

Real Estate

3575 Bonneville Drive, Cumming .23 acres in Shady Shores $30,000 Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com

Outdoor basketball backboard, Dig it up! $10/ negotiable. 770-993-1732 FOOSBALL TABLE: Heavy duty Sportcraft, $100. 678-339-0410

Commercial Space for Lease

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770-993-0835 GOLF CART: Club Car. Trojan batteries with charger. Lights, horn.

Excellent condition! $1950. 404-290-6364.

GOLF MEMORABILIA: Club Logo; balls and towels, etc. $295.

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CELLO, 7/8 Doetsch, Pernambuco bow, Hiscox hard sided case $2400.

770-753-0787 PIANO, Baby Grand: Elegant case, matching bench; warm, rich tone.

Sacrifice $1650 obo. 678445-3654

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537 Lake Center Parkway for lease 1200-3600 SF space available in beautiful brick building.

Easy access to Highway 9 and Market Center Blvd in Cumming. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404660-2919 cell, www.

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FMLS#5615552, $329,900.

MICHAEL GARCIA HARRY NORMAN REALTORS® Direct (770) 231-9908.

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Granite countertops in kitchen. Hardwood floors on main.

111 Hightower Lake Trail, Ball Ground.

FMLS#5615342, $589,000.

Christina Abunassar - HARRY NORMAN REALTORS® Direct (919) 389-8317.

Meticulous 2 acre estate home overlooking private lake. Light-filled, spacious floorplan with upgraded finishes throughout. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream!

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Brick front, granite countertops in kitchen, freshly painted inside & out, new roof, built-in bookcases, 5th rm in bsmt can be separate apt. Extra storage building, oversized garage. Excellent schools.

Walk to Newtown Pk. $320,000 Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404660-2919 cell, www.

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BUDDY PARRISH HARRY NORMAN REALTORS® Direct (352) 430-9039.

Custom built, dramatic golf-front Greek Revival estate. Expansive entry accented by oak hardwoods and fluted columns.

Gentleman’s study with wainscoting and coffered ceiling. Large DR w/ butler’s pantry.

JOHNS CREEK Completely renovated 5BDRM/5BA. 4700 square feet. Standardview Subdivision, only 43 homes. Excellent schools! $519,000. Contractor’s personal home!

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5870 Windjammer Point, C u m m i n g .

FMLS#5603984, $459,900. PETER CLAY HARRY NORMAN REALTORS® Direct (678) 492-3559. Nearly new, move-in-ready, Large 1.26 Acres lot, Peachtree Residential Quality Built.

Exceptional value! Kitchen w/granite, SS, Island, Open to Great Room w/ FP. Built-in bookcases.

Main level full bath, Living Room/Library, Separate Dining Room w/lovely millwork.

98 Oakmont Drive, D a w s o n v i l l e .

FMLS#5603937, $152,900. TERRY D COOKSEY - HARRY NORMAN REALTORS® Direct (770) 503-4167.

Master on Main, Fenced backyard. HOA fees include Yard maintenance & Garbage. Excellent Location, Very near GA 400, the Outlet Mall & the new Mall, new grocery store & Restaurants.

Great Condition.

Horse Farms

5040 Elrod Road, G a i n e s v i l l e .

FMLS#5549123, $595,000. DENISE S WESLEY HARRY NORMAN REALTORS® Direct (404) 451-3692.

Small gentleman’s hobby horse farm situated on 8+ acres. Adorable Cape Cod home with rocking chair porch. Master on main with its own private screened porch.

2 generous bedrooms up with large media room.

Investment Property/ Residential

1705 Spot Rd Connector, Cumming, 1.35 acres with office/commercial potential with 3BR/2BA trailer asking $124,900.

Currently rented $1,100/ mo, tenant can stay or go.

Great potential for landscaper or nursery, grading contractor...

Owner is a licensed real estate agent. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404660-2919 cell, www.

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Office Space for Rent 6055 Audobon Trace, C u m m i n g .

FMLS#5613174, $406,900. Jill Buysman HARRY NORMAN REALTORS® Direct (678) 488-6655. Beautiful Home in sought after Lake Forest. Home is situated in a 1.11 acres fenced culde-sac lot with new roof, carpet & paint. Open floor plan with 2-story family room, oversized master with jacuzzi tub & large secondary bedrooms.

Home for Sale JOHNS CREEKROSWELL $419,000. 3 bedroom plus bonus room. Master on main. Stucco. Double garage. 3400sf. Available immediately!

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FMLS#5351136, $174,900.

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This place is special! It is a beautiful, wooded lot on a paved road with privacy.

Access to deep water on Lake Lanier with a single slip dock permit. This favored location has established electricity.

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WE ARE | the voice of luxury real estate.

Clients of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty benefit from the firm’s global reach, powerful marketing and superior professional service. In addition to our record sales, we sold over $220 million worth of properties priced over $1.5 million year-to-date in 2015. We consistently represent numerous important and significant sales of residential property and our commitment to leadership in the Metro Atlanta area ensures we capture the largest pool of prospective buyers and sellers in the global marketplace.

pending

OCTOBER 2015

TOTAL SALES CLOSED

MARKET SHARE*

CURRENT INVENTORY

TOTAL SALES PENDING

Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty

$220,431,000

22.6%

$487,726,000

$161,371,000

Harry Norman, REALTORS®

$219,177,000

20%

$342,108,000

$135,545,000

Beacham and Company, REALTORS®

$125,009,000

13.9%

$176,795,000

$95,305,000

Dorsey Alston, REALTORS®

$120,390,000

11.4%

$84,367,000

$76,982,000

$37,670,000

2.7%

$107,335,000

$18,077,000

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties

Source: TrendGraphix, Top Five Firms, October 2015. Top Broker Market Share Report, year-to-date. Cherokee/Cobb/Dekalb/Forsyth/Fulton/Gwinnett Counties combined; All Property Types; $1,500,000 and up. *Market Share, Listing Volume Closed.

JENNIFER PINO Associate Managing Broker c. 404.860.4560 o. 404.237.5000 jenniferpino@atlantafinehomes.com atlantafinehomes.com | sir.com

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