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Roswell officials break ground on the ambitious Sun Valley Road Extension, creating a new link between Mansell Road and Ga. 9.

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Santa and Mrs. Claus are curious about what Brantley, Phinley and Raegan want for Christmas.

Let there be holiday light

Road will connect Warsaw with Ga. 9

Families abound for annual Alpharetta tree lighting

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By A.J. MCNAUGHTON aj@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Downtown Alpharetta was transformed into a winter wonderland Saturday, Dec. 5, for the annual Christmas tree lighting. Families turned out in droves to the event that catered to children of all ages, even those young at heart.

The event featured music, food trucks and numerous activities for youngsters, including face painting, orna-

ment painting and marshmallow roasting.

Despite a high near 60, Alpharetta was even able to work a little winter magic and provide snow in December, by the truckload. Kids were able to pack the white stuff into snowballs to hurl at each other.

Mayor David Belle Isle read “’Twas the Night before Christmas” with his family to the crowd, followed by the lighting of the Christmas tree at the corner of Ga. 9 and Milton Avenue.

Mr. and Mrs. Claus were also in attendance to pose for pictures and listen to what the kiddies want for Christmas.

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ROSWELL, Ga. – It’s only a half-mile stretch of road, but for Roswell, it’s a great step forward.

The Sun Valley Road Extension will link Warsaw Road north of Mansell Road with Sun Valley Road, off Ga. 9. The road will act as a new connection for traffic and hopefully alleviate traffic at Mansell Road and Ga. 9.

City officials held the official groundbreaking Dec. 5 to being work on the project.

“This is the first new road connection since 2010,” said Roswell Transportation Direc-

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He said he was excited about the project.

Despite the road’s short length, it is a difficult project to build. The road will go through a valley, which has a retention pond, creek, wetlands and plenty of woods.

The plan is to create a bridge across the creek and reshape the wetlands and retention pond into a regional retention area. Once the road is put in, the area will be transformed into a passive park with bike lanes, trails and sidewalks.

“The whole thing will be a nice, tasteful road with access to Ga. 9,” Acenbrak said.

In the future, Acenbrak said, the road could possibly link up with Old Ellis Road as

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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – An employee is suspected of robbing his employer Nov. 16 after he was allegedly seen on security cameras robbing the safe.

The area manager of Riverside Pizza said he was at home watching live sur-

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Security guard, ATM robbed JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – A suspect robbed an ATM and a security guard Nov. 24 at gunpoint on Jones Bridge Road.

The security guard victim told police she was guarding a technician servicing a Jones Bridge Road Bank of America ATM at about 10 p.m. As the guard was turned to look at the ATM, a suspect approached from behind, took her service weapon from its holster and ordered her to the ground. The suspect then forced the technician at gunpoint to open the ATM’s safe. The suspect escaped with an undetermined amount of money. Police with dogs arrived shortly after the incident but were unable to find the suspect.

Resident loses $9,500 in jewels ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A Dover Avenue resident reported Nov. 29 that someone had taken several pieces of jewelry from her home, totaling more than $9,000.

The victim told police two 14-karat

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DUI arrests ►► Robert Lindsey, 45, of Doraville,

was arrested Nov. 14 on Ga. 400 in

veillance footage from his Douglas Road store about 10:30 p.m.

He said he watched as his general manager opened the store safe, cash register and change box and took out money.

The suspect left for the night.

The following morning, the area manager checked the store and found $1,500 missing from the store.

No deposits of the money were made, he said.

gold tennis bracelets, a pair of 14-carat diamond earrings and an engagement center-cut diamond ring were all missing from her home.

All told, the pieces are worth $9,500 in value.

The victim said she suspects a contractor who did work for her in October.

broke out in the Dunkin’ Donuts, 6020 Atlanta Highway, Nov. 23 between two males.

One of the fighters claimed he and a friend were walking along Nine McFarland Drive toward the coffee shop when a white Chevy Camaro passed closely by them. He said words were exchanged between the walkers and the people in the car and the 20-year-old driver got out of the car and approached in a threatening manner.

The walker said he supposedly thought the driver was going to tackle him, so he punched him in the face and the two began wrestling in the parking lot.

The two walkers went into the store to use the phones when the driver started circling the parking lot before coming inside and restarting the fight on the floor.

The walker’s friend reportedly tried to break up the fight, however the driver’s dad reportedly held everyone back so they could keep fighting.

After a few minutes of fighting, the father and son left. They were located nearby. They claimed they were driving down the road when the walkers spit on the car, so they turned around. They admitted to the fights.

However, there was no video from the parking lot fight. The men in the car declined to press charges unless the walkers wanted to.

No charges were filed due to conflicting statements and lack of evidence.

Stolen cards used for $4K JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – A resident lost her wallet Nov. 19 and reported someone successfully used one of her credit cards three times at a local store, each time for $4,000.

The victim told police she was at the Panera Bread restaurant on State Bridge Road about 11 a.m. when she realized her wallet was missing from her purse. She said her purse was in her possession all day.

The wallet contained $480 cash, driver’s license and credit cards. One card was reportedly used within half an hour three times at the Target store on State Bridge Road. Each time, $4,000 was charged. The card was declined from two other Target stores in Roswell and Woodstock.

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The Answer to 5 Common Myths About Your Eyes

By Samir Vira, M.D.

We have all heard advice from our parents, other family members, or friends about what to do to maintain or improve our health and lifestyle. You may have heard that eating carrots can improve your vision or wearing glasses all the time makes you dependent on them. But is this really true?

Let us take a closer look at some of these myths.

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As you get older, do your eyes Cataract & Refractive naturally become weaker?

Surgeon While certain conditions are more commonly seen in the older population, the eye’s anatomy remains relatively stable throughout your lifetime. Cataracts, which are commonly associated with aging, can certainly affect an individual’s vision. However, with the advancements in cataract surgery, cataracts can be addressed very safely according to the individual’s needs.

Other conditions, such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy, are seen more commonly in individuals over the age of 60. With regular eye exams with an optometrist or ophthalmologist, these conditions can be diagnosed easily and treated appropriately. Early diagnosis and management can often mitigate and prevent any permanent vision loss.

Do cataracts need to be “ripe” before they are removed?

Cataracts are the natural clouding of the lens in the eye.

They occur as a result of aging and slowly worsen over years as you get older. Diabetes and smoking can certainly accelerate the process of cataract formation. However, there is no known way to prevent their formation.

There is no predetermined time schedule for when cataracts should be removed. Cataract surgery is indicated when it hinders your vision and affects your daily activities, especially reading or driving. A consultation with a cataract surgeon will allow you to understand how cataract surgery can be performed to help your individual needs.

Does wearing glasses all the time makes you more dependent on them?

As you get older, your eyes will certainly undergo changes requiring you to wear either prescription or reading glasses.

In children and adolescents, prescription changes for glasses or contact lenses are fairly common and should be checked to maintain good quality vision.

In middle-aged individuals, the onset of presbyopia, or the natural loss of the ability of the eye’s lens to change its focus, will make it difficult to see things up close. This natural phenomenon will require you to get reading or bifocal glasses. Presbyopia tends to slowly worsen from the mid-40s until the age of 60. This leads to increasing power for reading glasses or change in bifocal glasses.

Will eating carrots will improve your vision?

Maintaining a good diet is important for your general health. However, eating carrots on a regular basis does not lead to improved vision. Carrots contain a high content of beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is converted into vitamin A, which is essential for the normal functioning of the retina, the inner lining of the eye that allows you to see. In the

United States, a normal diet contains an adequate amount of vitamin A and does not require the need for any supplements. Individuals with macular degeneration may benefit from the use of specific vitamin supplements to maintain and preserve their vision.

Does sitting too close to the TV or reading in dim light will weaken your eyes?

While squinting your eyes can certainly lead to eyestrain, fatigue, and rarely headaches, it does not cause any permanent damage to your eyes. Eyestrain is usually an indication for glasses or a change in your prescription for glasses in children and young to middle-aged adults. In older adults, this may be an early sign of the development of cataracts.

Eye fatigue, especially at the end of the day, can be due to dry eye syndrome. This common condition can easily be treated with the use of over-the-counter drops, specifically artificial tears. Individuals who spend hours working in front of a computer screen can experience fatigue, as they tend not to blink as often. Taking short breaks during the workday can also alleviate these symptoms.

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New multiuse trails planned in Milton, Alpharetta

Connects Cambridge to Alpharetta High, greenway

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. – Milton is working with neighbor Alpharetta and the North Fulton Community Improvement District to connect the city to the Big Creek Greenway via a series of paths.

Plans were unveiled Dec. 2 at City Hall detailing several options of accomplishing this task, with one preferred route – starting at Cambridge High School, going south on Cogburn Road and along Webb Road, then turning south on Deerfield/ Westside Parkway.

It would follow Westside until Webb Bridge Road, turning east and ending by Alpharetta High School and a trailhead of the greenway. The length is 5.9 miles.

The paths are envisioned to be 10- to 12-foot-wide multiuse trails that would accommodate

both pedestrians and cyclists.

The plan would also improve sidewalks already installed.

Milton currently has several miles of multiuse trails throughout the city. Not all are connected yet. More than 1.7 miles of multiuse trails have been built in the last five years in the city.

In fact, those ready-made sidewalks are one reason the project route was chosen, said Andrew Kohr, an associate with Stantec, the city’s consultants on the project.

“There is a minimal impact to property owners and there are no traffic impacts. It’s very constructible,” he said. “It connects the Cogburn schools and facilities and gives safer passage for students and the community to travel.”

Much of the route already has sidewalks that simply need to be widened and many areas have plenty of space to do this,

The proposed route of the multiuse path would connect the Cambridge High School area with Alpharetta High School and the Big Creek Greenway.

he said.

Once the plans get full approval, some of the gaps would be filled by new development, which would be required to build according to the plan on their properties. The next

step is to get the concept plan approved by GDOT and then program funds for the design.

For more about the plans, visit Milton’s construction website, miltonintersectionprojects.com.

Avalon Chick-fil-A approved by council Passes in 4-3 vote

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – In a close vote, the Alpharetta City Council approved a new Chick-fil-A restaurant at the Avalon development Dec. 7.

The 4-3 vote to approve paved the way for a standalone drive-thru restaurant

facing Old Milton Parkway.

The proposed site features the building close to Old Milton Parkway, with parking behind, toward the interior of Avalon.

A drive-thru lane will snake around the outside of the parking lot, double stacking cars to allow for as many as 25 vehicles in queue at once.

A patio off to one side will feature a trellis and tables open to the public.

Chick-fil-A representatives touted this as being the most

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unique of their restaurants, custom designed for this site in Alpharetta and featuring the best and highest technology, including a new ordering system for the drive-thru.

Don Rolader, attorney for Chick-fil-A, said the plan has undergone significant revisions to accommodate staff concerns.

As a condition of approval of Avalon in 2012, the City Council included a conditional approval for a drive-thru restaurant. This stipulated that any plans for a fast-food restaurant would have to be approved by the council.

One issue opponents had with the proposal was traffic.

Staff said the city expects 2,500 trips per day from vehicles driving to the restaurant.

And there were concerns traffic may back up to Old Milton Parkway or access roads into Avalon.

With Old Milton Parkway, Westside Parkway, Ga. 400 and the many entrances to the site, supporters contended that nowhere else is better situated to handle a heavy amount of traffic.

John Mark Wood, with Chick-fil-A, said the company was best suited to locate at Avalon.

“We see Avalon as a collection of the best brands in the business,” he said. “We believe we belong in that collection.

This is a great opportunity for

us and Avalon.”

He noted there was no fast food on the property, nor any restaurant at a comparable price point. Families and workers with little time or money have to go off site for such a product. Also, Gwinnett Technical College is across the street and a convention center is going in on the opposite side of Avalon.

Another concern opponents had was it would set a precedent on that stretch of Old Milton Parkway for more fastfood restaurants.

Rolader pointed out that, just across the street, the city approved a coffeehouse with a drive-thru. There are also few places likely nearby where a fast-food chain could practically locate.

“I feel it is something that could be a benefit to the community,” said Councilmember Chris Owens, who made the motion for approval.

Mayor David Belle Isle voiced concern over the proposal.

“Turning Old Milton Parkway into a bunch of fast-food restaurants is a bad idea,” he said. “I think we can do better.”

A vote to deny the application was denied 3-4, with Belle Isle joining with Councilmembers Jim Gilvin and Mike Kennedy voting to deny. A subsequent vote to approve was passed with the same members voting against that vote.

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Milton breaks ground on City Hall Complex will open in 2017

By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. – Milton took one step closer toward “growing up” Dec. 1, its ninth birthday of cityhood.

The official groundbreaking occurred for the new City Hall.

The building is set to open in April 2017.

Since it was created, Milton’s government has been in rented office space off Deerfield Parkway. It suited the need, but it was rented. By purchasing land and building its own City Hall, the city would be in a position to one day outright own it.

“This is an exciting day,” said Milton Mayor Joe Lockwood. “This is a symbol of progress. As a new city, rather than having the traditions of an established city, we have been able to think outside the box, doing things more like a private business.”

He likened the city’s efforts

to build a City Hall to that of buying a home.

“Just like with a home, you want to stop spending money on rent and own your home,” he said.

Jan Jones, the local state representative, was instrumental in Milton’s creation. Jones, now the speaker pro tem, introduced the legislation to create new cities. “It’s exciting to see the City Hall for a city that wasn’t even an idea 11 years ago,” she said.

Prior to 2005, new municipalities were not allowed within three miles of established cities.

What would eventually become Sandy Springs had pushed for years to change that law. Jones worked to help, and in the process, paved the way for the cities of Milton and Johns Creek.

“I’m proud of how Milton has come together, figuring out its identity and what it wanted to be when it grows up,” she said. “With a City Hall, the city has grown up.”

Lockwood said a city hall is a symbol of the community.

“Everybody is proud and excited,” he said. “This is part

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The members of the Milton City Council break ground for their new City Hall. of being a community. We are excited and look forward to having everybody back for the grand opening.”

New South Construction is the contractor.

Bill Lusk was one of the original city councilmembers, a position he still holds. He said it was impressive to begin work

on a City Hall.

“Look at where we were nine or 10 years ago,” he said.

“We’ve earned our place on the map and we are recognized as an attractive place to live, work and play.”

In conjunction with the City Hall complex, a new road will snake from McFarlin Lane

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It’s hoped that work on the road will start early next year, said City Public Works Director Carter Lucas.

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MARTA moving up north,

is that really smarter?

There has been a lot of talk recently revolving around the MARTA rail lines being expanded farther north of Atlanta.

I’ve heard both sides of the argument. Some people are excited about having access to more public transportation, while other people are opposed, citing the possibility of increased crime.

Let me be the first to say that, while I’m not a huge fan of MARTA, I see plenty of positives in expanding public transportation into North Fulton and Forsyth.

Granted, I try to ride MARTA only once a year, when it’s necessary to get home from participating in the Peachtree Road Race on the Fourth of July. Trains just kind of freak me out and make me very nervous.

My brain seems only able to focus on the possibility of horrible freak accidents any time I’m on a MARTA train.

That being said, however, I do like the idea of more public transportation. It would be nice to be able to go into the city – once a year or once a day - without having to drive down most of Ga. 400 to reach the nearest MARTA train station.

It’s also great that people who don’t have access to their own vehicle can use public transportation to get to their jobs. Not everyone has the luxury of owning an automobile. I believe that is something we are missing up here in North Fulton and Forsyth counties. We have great amenities, but our traffic situation is deplorable.

There are countless events happening all around us, but many times we choose to stay home because it’s not worth sitting in traffic. But with all the opportunities MARTA can bring us, there’s no denying it can also have its bad moments. Just this past week there was a shooting at one of the stations in Atlanta. A lot of opponents said the shooting was a perfect example of why MARTA shouldn’t move up north.

But that’s a weak argument. If we’re going to eliminate venues or destinations based on whether they have been scenes of shootings, then maybe we should also ban movie theaters, public schools, holiday parties and the old Forsyth County courthouse. There were shootings at all of these places in the past two or three years.

However, we still visit, work in and use them daily.

Crime is just as wide-

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spread up here as it is in Atlanta. Granted, there are more concerns within the city, but North Fulton and Forsyth are not immune to delinquency and bad behavior.

Just this past week there were two reports of drug house busts in Alpharetta and Johns Creek. And, a few years ago, a car was stolen right out of a driveway in my own neighborhood.

Thieves aren’t going to go into your homes, steal your TVs and then hop back onto the train. What stops them now from coming up to some of the wealthiest areas in the state and taking whatever they want? It still happens all the time, daily even.

MARTA might bring more crime into our area, but only if we let it. And don’t the benefits of mass public transportation outweigh the negatives? This is part of how cities like New York, Chicago and London have flourished.

I can’t tell you how many police reports I read each week about things getting stolen out of cars at night or while owners are in a store. And most of the time it was because the cars were unlocked or the items were left in plain sight, beckoning to would-be thieves. The car that was stolen out of my neighbor’s driveway was unlocked and had the keys left right inside. It’s up to us to keep our areas safer. We should have been practicing this all along, but that just isn’t the reality. MARTA or no MARTA, it’s a personal responsibility to keep your items and families safe.

If MARTA comes to our region, it’s going to really help our communities. We will be able to get around more easily and fully enjoy our area.

Employees who don’t own cars will be able to get to jobs more easily.

Crime is already here, all around us. That won’t change.

But giving our area the chance to flourish to its fullest capability? That is something we will all miss out on if we are held back by not having public transportation.

Why wouldn’t we want to better our communities?

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Acts of courage and grace abound So every year about this time I am convinced that I’m probably going to have to skip this year’s Christmas/holiday column because I can’t think of anything to say. One of the things that I was having a hard time getting past was how many horrible events have been transpiring – dark, evil, debilitating and unworthy of humankind. And I thought about that for a long time and finally arrived here: For every act of hatred, for every evil event, for every unkindness, for every selfish decision, there are a thousand acts of light, kindness, courage and grace – you just don’t always see them or hear about them like you do with the bad stuff.

It is worth saying again: For every bad act, there are a thousand good acts – every time, every day, always.

It’s all around you in the person of your neighbor, your kid’s teacher, your old friend from college, the new person at work or just some complete stranger who is stopping to change a flat tire, fostering a child, pulling someone out of a burning house, taking in a refugee family, baby-sitting, reading to you or just sitting next to your side, listening, buying groceries because they know you haven’t, praying with you – or for you, giving your kid a job, or, yep, trying to protect a co-worker, like one of the San Bernardino victims did when he wrapped his arms around a younger female co-worker and told her, “I got you,” as bullets flew out of two lunatics’ assault weapons. She lived. And though he died, his willingness to make that ultimate act of sacrifice for another person is what made me realize that, in the end, the bad guys will never win. Never. They will live by the sword and die by the sword and, in the meantime, the rest of the world will go on, sustaining each other because we are part of something so much greater than the darkness and our humanity will prevail.

It took me about 60 years to figure that one out. But I get it now. I really do. It sort of feels like I have been sitting in a movie theater trying to watch a 3-D movie without those glasses and then someone slips me a pair and it’s like, “Wow! I can’t believe I have missed most of this!”

So my Christmas column this year is a reprint of my column from 2005. I think it is more relevant than ever in light of everything that has been going on and it is also in honor of everyone who has ever helped out a stranger, a neighbor, a refugee, or any other person in need. I dedicate this to you with thankfulness and humility.

A (true) Christmas Story:

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1946 Dec. 22, 2005 Much of Europe was in shambles at the end of World War II. Food was scarce, heating and gasoline were rare commodities, and many were without shelter.

After the war, America helped rebuild Europe under the Marshall Plan. Hundreds of American companies were contracted to participate in the rebuilding efforts overseas – including the one involved in this account, J.A. Jones Construction Company, then based out of Charlotte, North Carolina, with concerns in, among other places, Poland.

On the particular night in point, an engineer was working late. His company’s contract was one of the largest in their

It is worth saying again: For every bad act, there are a thousand good acts – every time, every day, always.

history and the assignment to get the job done on time had been given to a hard-driving German immigrant with a reputation for meeting deadlines. The engineer had already successfully led the company’s Liberty ship building efforts in Panama City in 1942 that reduced the amount of time required to build a Liberty ship from 134 days to 41. He had also helped guide the company’s efforts in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, on the Manhattan Project – which ultimately produced the atomic bombs that ended the war. But now he was behind schedule, which was not OK. It was Christmas Eve 1946, somewhere in postwar Poland. The engineer was working into the night to find a way to catch up.

At home about 25 kilometers away, the engineer›s wife and two young children waited.

Snow fell outside. It was bit-

terly cold. The children played near a fire. The engineer labored over blueprints and concentrated. Crews, equipment, supplies of petrol and steel and transportations problems reeled through his mind as he worked out a plan. He had responsibilities and a job to do. A noise outside the office distracted him. The cleaning «staff,» which consisted of a boy from the village, moved about the office. The «boy,» as the engineer thought of him, was actually a German war refugee in his early 20s with a young family. The engineer had created the cleaning job for him to try to help. Jobs were scarce in Poland in 1946, but so was money. The night before, the boy had not finished the cleaning and had been reprimanded. «Don›t forget the last offices on the right and don›t go home until everything is finished,» the engineer had said.

He didn›t have time to manage a cleaning boy when he had deadlines to meet for a major construction project. And he wouldn›t accept unfinished work – no matter how small.

Priorities, for the engineer, were always clear.

Time passed. Europe was rebuilt. Three or four wars passed – depending on how you count them. Fast-forward 46 years. I answered the phone at my home in Alpharetta. It was December 1992. A voice, which I recognized as belonging to an old man, asked to speak with Mr. Appen. “Speaking,» I replied. The voice continued. «I apologize for calling but ‘just in case,’ I did. I saw your name in the phone directory and are you possibly related to H.V. Appen?» he asked.

«Yes,» I answered. «He was my grandfather.» I heard a sigh on the other end of the phone and then there was a long silence. My senses were on edge and I could not imagine what this call could possibly be about. H.V. had lived larger than life to me and still does.

This call was so soon after his death.

The voice on the other end of the phone continued.

«I knew your grandfather a long time ago. In Poland. Not a week goes by that I don›t think of him and finding you in the phone book is more than I can believe.» His voice broke and grew softer. «You see, on Christmas Eve 1946, I was working for your grandfather and he called me into his office. I thought that he was going to fire me because I had not finished the job the previous day. He was a hard man to work for, you know. He told me to go get his car and to drive. I didn›t know what to think and I was frightened,» he said.

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By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The city of Alpharetta is deciding whether to take on new bond debt, what should be paid for using such bonds and when to bring it to a ballot for the public to vote on it. Over the past week, the mayor and City Council have met to discuss the issue.

A meeting held Dec. 2 at City Hall laid out the basics.

There are about $300 million in projects on the city’s books that could be undertaken if only the money were there. While that number is high, any bond would be significantly smaller – likely no more than $61 million and potentially much less.

“Alpharetta has a list of projects that exceed the amount of money available,” said Mayor David Belle Isle.

“There is a lot to figure out.”

There are several issues surrounding this. First, the State Legislature passed last year a law giving counties the ability to levy a penny sales tax

that would go toward transportation projects. Any county pursuing this option would need voter approval. This money could help fund some of Alpharetta’s projects. MARTA has expressed interest in using half of that penny in Fulton County but would require legislative help.

Secondly, depending on how big a bond the city wants to take out, the millage rate may go up. For a $61 million bond, for instance, the annual payments would be $1.2 million over current bond payments.

This would force the tax rate up 0.29 mils, or $35 a year for a homeowner whose home is worth $300,000. It’s small change, but could be disastrous to any referendum.

“A significant percentage of voters will vote against it just because of a millage-rate increase,” said Councilmember Michael Cross.

Councilmember-elect Dan Merkel agreed.

“There is a strong anti-tax feeling right now,” he said.

“But this is local money for local projects.”

The council is still hashing out what projects to potentially fund under a bond. On

has a list of projects that exceed the amount of money available...

There is a lot to figure out.”

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the list of possible undertakings are improvements to Old Milton Parkway/ Rucker Road, Kimball Bridge Road improvements, sidewalks and expanding the greenway.

Once a list is decided upon, and a dollar figure for the bond agreed to, it will be put to a vote by the residents.

There is concern about how state and national politics might impact any vote. The legislature may vote to increase

taxes, which would imperil any talk of taking out the bonds if the city opted for a May municipal ballot.

Councilmember Jim Gilvin suggested waiting until the November general election ballot.

That way, he reasoned, many of the uncertainties associated with a May ballot would be resolved – for instance, the legislature would be finished long before then.

“If we wait, a lot of concerns will be resolved,” Gilvin said.

A November ballot, countered other councilmembers, could get local issues muddied with national politics, notably a presidential election, which could scuttle any talk of bond debt.

That may be further complicated if the council decides a millage-rate increase.

The city will create two lists of projects – one that will be done regardless of T-SPLOST that the city can finish with its own money. A second list would be a wish list of unfunded projects that still need to be worked on.

Nothing is set yet, as discussions continue on project lists. The council will continue to work on the lists at forthcoming meetings.

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Milton hosts NFCC toy collection MILTON, Ga. -- The City of Milton is teaming up with North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) for a community toy collection to benefit NFCC’s Santa’s Shop this holiday season. Stop by any of the following locations to drop off new, unwrapped toy donations Monday, Nov. 30 through Thursday, Dec. 17: Milton City Hall 1300 Deerfield Pkwy., Ste. F Milton, Ga. 30004 Alpharetta Station No. 1 2970 Webb Bridge Road

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wrapped toys to Nothing Bundt Cakes will receive free bundlets for a year.

What is NFCC’s Santa’s Shop? With the help of personal shopper volunteers, parents of children 1-18 years of age “shop” at no charge in Santa’s Shop. Santa’s Shop empowers parents and strengthens the family unit as a whole, by allowing parents to be involved in the selection of Christmas toys and gifts for their children. It is a personal and joyful opportunity for parents to make decisions that provide for

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FAST charter school on fast track for opening State approval is last hurdle for August opening

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Organizers of the Fulton Academy for Science and Technology Charter School could learn next month if they have passed the final hurdle in their bid to open the school in August in North Fulton.

A spokesman for FAST said the petition is being reviewed by the State Board of Education and a decision could be

made in January.

“We have been told that we are in the ‘clarification stage’ and have already submitted all clarifications the Georgia Department of Education has requested,” said Philip Chen, a member of the FAST Governing Board. “Given that, our belief is that our petition is on track for approval at the early January state board meeting.”

The charter application received approval from the Fulton County Board of Education earlier this year. If approved by the state, FAST Charter School will open in August 2016 to a class of up to 762 students in grades kindergarten through seventh, with eighth grade

added the following year.

The school’s mission, according to the petition, will be to “provide an education … with an emphasis on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) … and to prepare children … to be creative innovators and problem solvers.”

A location for the school has not yet been announced, but Chen said it will be located in the North Fulton area.

“We will release information about the facility once it has been secured,” said Chen.

“Right now, we have many choices in facilities and all locations are suitable to be up and running before Aug. 1.”

He noted interest in FAST has gone up significantly over the past few months following Fulton School’s approval of the petition this summer, and he fully expects a full enrollment when the doors open. Enrollment for the 2016-17 school year began Dec. 6, and Chen noted a series of community meetings for FAST are also being planned.

“The community meetings will help answer a lot of questions about the new additions to the charter like the expanded school day to include Innovation class, maker/innovation labs, and coding,” said Chen.

Enrollment is limited to residents of Fulton County,

and a lottery will be used if applications exceed available seats.

The proposal for the FAST charter school has been on a fast track since late last year when parents from the now-closed Fulton Sunshine Academy Charter School came together to try and open a new school.

The parents wanted the same experiences for their children that the Sunshine Academy offered, noted Chen, but with more parent control and better relationships with the Fulton school system.

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AHS Honor Society students teach at Creek View Elementary ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Science National Honor Society students, Tania Halder, Kaley Hecht, Lindsey Gordon, Rachel Lee, Priyanka Gokare, Anita Ramanathan, Hidarthi Duggireddy, Eric Kim and Maya Kari visited Creek View Elementary School to teach science.

They worked with fourth and fifth grade classes teaching energy lessons. Elementary students completed several lab activities learning about endothermic and exothermic relationships, potential and kinetic energy, how solar

radiation converts to electrical energy and more.

The High School students facilitated their inquiry lessons.

The students will continue this activity throughout the school year and are planning for a possible family science night close to the milestone testing for elementary science.

The activity is to promote science learning by involving the younger students with handson inquiry that not only builds knowledge but builds a curiosity and love of science.

AHS Science National Honor Society students Tania Halder, Kaley Hecht, Lindsey Gordon, Rachel Lee, Priyanka Gokare, Anita Ramanathan, Hidarthi Duggireddy, Eric Kim and Maya Kari see what teaching is like from the other side of the classroom.

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Cherry Street Brewing celebrates three-year anniversary CUMMING, Ga. — This December, Cherry Street Brewing Cooperative celebrates their three-year anniversary with a three day bash. The anniversary bash will feature special beer releases from Dec. 10-12.

In the past, the three-year anniversary has only taken place on Dec. 12, but this year they have extended the celebration to three days to also celebrate the taproom’s one year anniversary. The event will take place at Cherry Street Taproom, which feature 25 of their beers on draft. On Dec. 10, they will be releasing a few ‘collaBEERation’ beers that were brewed with other local breweries and growler stores. On Dec. 11, they will be tapping four different Belgian barrel aged beers. Dec. 10-11 will be regular business hours opening at 4 p.m. On Dec. 12 doors will open an hour early at 11 a.m. and will be tapping their special 12/12/12 right after noon that day.

They also are releasing a special barrel aged version of the 12/12/12 beer.

“We are thrilled to be releasing such unique beers we have been working on over the past year,” said Nick Tanner, founder and brewmaster of CSBC. There will be no cover charge to attend the event. There will also be music by local band, Johnny Awesome, playing on Dec. 12 from 7 p.m. to midnight.

Based in Vickery Village in Cumming, Cherry Street is in partnership with Rick Tanner’s Grille & Bar.

Pictured from left to right is Mike “CT” Chartrand (owner), Nick Tanner (founder and brewmaster), Chris Williams (assistant brewer), Rick Tanner (owner), Jonny Bradley (Head Brewmaster) and Alisa Tanner (general manager) at last year’s event.

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Roswell Connect brings local businesses together Holiday party, networking order of the evening

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – Six times a year, Roswell Inc., the city’s economic development arm, brings together local businesses and service providers at what are known as Roswell Connect affairs. The events provide an opportunity to network, get acquainted and have a good time.

“It’s always bimonthly, and limited to Roswell businesses and Roswell service providers,” said Roswell Inc. Executive Director Steve Stroud. “It’s our way to connect the businesses in the community. Our most recent Connect gatherings were at Carl Black Buick GMC and at Country Club of Roswell. In February we’ll have it at the Computer Museum of America.”

Dec. 2 was the annual holiday Roswell Connect always celebrates at Roswell City Hall in the rotunda. Roswell Inc. always uses the Connect gath-

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erings to promote local restaurant and food purveyors. This time guests had an eclectic assortment of savory victuals from: • Pastis • Hola! Taqueria & Bar • The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill • Zoes Kitchen • 1920 Tavern • Brick House Pizza & Pasta • Pure Taqueria The next Roswell Connect will be in February at the Computer Museum of America.

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Refreshing your technology When was the last time you updated your technology in your small business?

Have you upgraded your computers, servers, printers, scanners and software recently? A lot of small businesses rely heavily on technology to run and grow their small business, but often have issues because it’s old, out of date,or doesn’t work at all.

A good starting point for identifying opportunities to refresh your technology is doing a complete inventory of everything you have, and how long you’ve had it. Knowing how many computers you have and how old they are, in addition to what operating system they are running, will allow you to make decisions on what to upgrade.

Some computers may just need an upgrade to the operating system, while others may need to be trashed and replaced.

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At-Large Selection Age: 35 Title/Company: Financial advisor, Acolyte Advisors Jason Binder realized early on that he wanted to prioritize his life and focus on family, clients and community. After completing his MBA, he transitioned from being a business analyst in a corporate environment to a financial advisor for individuals and small-business owners.

“As an independent advisor, I enjoy helping individuals work towards

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Binder said he BINDER places a quote form Eisenhower on the cover pages of his client reports: “Plans are useless, but planning is indispensable.”

“Once a goal in place, I am not afraid to change direction as circumstances and variables change,” he said. “I am less concerned with sticking to the original plan than I am with achieving a goal.”

This goal is reached by working hard and keeping at it.

He spends much of his free time with his family and working with Rotary, a group that honored him as the 2014 Alpharetta Rotarian of the Year.

“I get to surround myself with a group of people that I admire, respect and thoroughly enjoy spending time with for fellowship and community service,” he said.

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Forsyth develops comprehensive plan

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Comprehensive Plan will soon be getting a face-lift of sorts.

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to award Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. the job of providing the Forsyth County Comprehensive Plan update. The amount will not exceed $255,000.

Tom Brown, director of planning and community

development, will have $27,000 at his discretion for the project-specific website. “We definitely want to be able to collect input on our website through a survey,” Brown said. “What we are hesitant to do is open it up to that kind of online discussion forum.”

The Forsyth County Comprehensive Plan serves as a policy guide as decisions are made in relation to growth and land-use change. The plan addresses critical issues and opportunities through the incorporation of a shared vision for the community's future.

The Georgia Planning Act of 1989 requires a local

government's comprehensive plan be updated at least once every 10 years. The county’s was last updated in 2012.

Brown said work will start quickly in January 2016 for the kickoff hearing and community meetings, with community workshops set for March 2016.

A first draft for the update, which will be compiled by two committees comprised of seven to nine members who aren’t chosen yet, will likely be out in August 2016. It will then go to the planning board before the board of commissioners.

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The company has also elected Geoff Meacham to its board of directors. Meacham is managing director and senior research analyst covering the biopharmaceutical industry at Barclays. Meacham holds a doctorate in molecular cell biology from UAB and a bachelor’s degree in biology/microbiology from the

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Montes Periodontics stresses of airway checks for kids CUMMING, Ga. – Montes Periodontics and Implant Dentistry is working to educate parents about the importance of pediatric airway checks. Children who snore, show early signs of apnea, breathe through

their mouths, have thin faces, or have crossbites may benefit from an airways check, says Cumming dentist Dr. Shelly E. Montes.

A pediatric dentist or ear, nose and throat doctor is qualified to perform the checks. Pediatric airway checks can be instrumental for identifying obstructive sleep apnea problems in young children as well as other problems that may later lead to orthodontic complications or jaw surgery in adults, according to Montes.

“Airways disturbances in children can range from sleep apnea to abnormal craniofacial development, including abnormal bite patterns and teeth grinding, especially during sleep,” Montes said. “Airway checks can help identify these problems as early as possible to prevent complications.” For more information, call 770-325-5562 or visit montesperiodontics.com.

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MISSION MIXER

What: Stefanie Sheehan, CEO of Mastermind Your Launch, will speak during an evening of meaningful connections in conjunction with Thrive Coworking, supporting Flood Student Missions.

When: Wednesday, Dec. 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: Tinderbox/Vino 100, 131 South Main St., Alpharetta More info: eventbrite. com/e/mission-mixertickets-19599580874

GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT AT THE DRAKE CLOSET

What: Enjoy food, fashion and fun while shopping for new jewelry, gifts and accessories as well as gently used clothes, all benefitting the Drake House in Roswell for homeless women and children.

When: Thursday, Dec. 10, 825 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell, 6 – 8 p.m.

More info: thedrakehouse. org/girls-night-out-at-thedrake-closet-2

MINI JOB FAIR

What: A mini job fair and job networking meeting featuring over 20 employers offering hundreds of job openings.

When: Monday, Dec. 14, 12:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumc.com

MILTON COMMUNITY TOY COLLECTION GIGANTIC HOLIDAY BOOK SALE IN MILTON

The Friends of the Milton Library will hold its first Gigantic Holiday Book Sale featuring some 10,000 gently used books.

Saturday, Dec. 12.

Historic Friends Barn, 855 Mayfield Road, Milton. Visit miltonlibraryfriends.org for more info.

ROSWELL MARDI GRAS BALL What: The Krewe of Viola will present the inaugural Roswell Mardi Gras Ball, Bow Ties & Pearls, to benefit Emory ALS Center.

When: Feb. 6, 2016, 7-11 p.m.

Where: Country Club of Roswell, 2500 Club Springs Drive, Roswell More info: facebook.com/ roswellmardigrasball

WINTER PERFORMING ARTS CAMP

What: Atlanta Workshop Players will conduct a camp during three full days during winter break. Plus attendees get to audition for Atlanta’s top talent agents.

When: Dec. 28-30, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Where: The Atlanta Workshop Players Studio of the Arts, 8560 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 111, Alpharetta More info: atlantaworkshopplayers.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 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

PET ADOPTIONS: PETSMART, ALPHARETTA

What: Dog and cat adoptions, working with Fulton County Animal Services, Castoff Critters, Angels Among Us Pet Rescue, Cats in the Cradle and Furkids.

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A community toy collection to benefit North Fulton Community Charities.

Drop-offs of new, unwrapped toys through Thursday, Dec. 17. Milton City Hall, Alpharetta Station No. 1, Fire Station #41, Fire Station #42, Fire Station #43 and Nothing Bundt Cakes.

Visit nfcchelp.org for more info.

When: Saturdays and Sundays, noon-5 p.m.

Where: Petsmart, 6370 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta More info: 770 343-8511

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

COSTUMES, GAMES, ART CLASS, PRIZES!

What: Teens invited to this mini Comic-Con/DragonCon costume party day (with a contest with prizes!). Board and card games and a “How to Draw Comics” lesson taught by published comic artist.

Bring your comic collections to swap or have evaluated.

Receive one free comic book.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Northeast Spruill Oaks Library.

When: Saturday, Dec. 12, 1 p.m.

Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info: 770-360-8820

IT’S WINTER STORYTIME AND CRAFT

What: Come and enjoy a story time all about winter with a fun craft to take home. Ages 3-5.

When: Saturday, Dec. 12, 2 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Milton More info: 404-613-4402

FAMILY VIDEO GAME NIGHT

What: Play video games provided by the library on the big screen. Compete with your own family or spar with other families! Registration required. Families only.

Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

When: Monday, Dec. 14, 5 p.m.

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

GEORGIA BRASS BAND FREE CHRISTMAS CONCERT Under the baton of founding conductor Joe Johnson, the ensemble will perform both traditional and contemporary seasonal works. Thursday, Dec. 10, 7 p.m. Chamblee First United Methodist Church, 4147 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Chamblee. Call Joe Johnson, 678-5172983, for more info.

NOONDAY NOSH BOOK CLUB

What: “Once Upon a Christmas” by Pearl S. Buck.

When: Tuesday, Dec. 15, noon Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: 770-640-3075

ALPHARETTA LEGO CLUB

What: Each week has a building theme. Use imagination, build, design and share creations with new friends. Ages 5-10.

When: Tuesday, Dec. 15, 4 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta For information call 404.613.6735

ROSWELL LEGO CLUB

What: Legos are provided, but do need to stay at the library.

All ages welcome.

When: Tuesday, Dec. 15, 4 p.m.

Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: 770-640-3075

MYSTERY READERS’ BOOK CLUB

What: “Pegasus Descending”

by Carla James Lee Burke.

When: Tuesday, Dec. 15, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: 770-640-3075

YOUTH BOOK CLUB

What: Book discussion with team trivia and snacks!

Registration required. Books available on a first-come, first checked-out basis. Ages 9-12.

When: Wednesday, Dec. 16, 4:30 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Milton More info: 404-613-4402

OF INTEREST ELSEWHERE: NORTH POLE LIMITED HOLIDAY TRAIN

What: Create special memories onboard the Tennessee Valley Railroad

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When: Through Dec. 26 Where: The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, 4119 Cromwell Road, Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS: “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

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 play land perfect for building a snowman, delightful tubing and thrilling sledding.

When: Opens Nov. 27 Where: Lanier Islands, 7000

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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: Until Sunday, Dec. 20 Where: NFCC, 11270 Elkins Road, Roswell More info: nfcchelp.org/ holiday

RUMC CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL CONCERT

What: Experience the spirit of the Christmas season as the 110-voice Roswell United Methodist Church Sanctuary Choir under the direction of Dr. Michael O’Neal, Celebration Ringers under the direction of Lisa Stover, organist, Tom Alderman and Georgia Philharmonic Orchestra present a concert filled with favorite holiday music.

When: Friday, Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 12, 3 p.m.

Where: RUMC Sanctuary, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumc.com

YOUTH ENSEMBLE OF ATLANTA’S ‘THE COLORS OF LOVE’

What: “Colors of Love” is a magical holiday show following in the Y.E.A. tradition of providing exceptional productions for the entire family – perfect for children ages 3-10.

When: Dec. 1-Dec. 12 Where: The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Center, 967 Dewy St. SW, Atlanta More info: youthensemble. org/news/yeas-colors-oflove-2013

THE ATLANTA SHAKESPEARE COMPANY’S “A CHRISTMAS CAROL”

What: ASC’s holiday tradition includes some Dickens, a bit of song and a lot of holiday cheer.

When: Through Dec. 23 Where: The New Shakespeare Tavern, 499 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta More info: shakespearetavern. com

AURORA THEATRE’S HOLIDAY CAMP

What: “Jingle Bell Rock” acting workshop for elementary through high school students.

When: Monday, Dec. 21, or Tuesday, Dec. 29, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. both days Where: Aurora Theatre, 128 E Pike St., Lawrenceville

Cost: $35, includes pizza lunch More info: auroratheatre.com

CENTER FOR PUPPETRY ARTS “RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER”

What: The Center for Puppetry Arts presents an adaptation of the 1964 stopmotion animated special.

When: Through Dec. 27 Where: Center for Puppetry Arts, 1404 Spring St. NW, Atlanta More info: puppet.org

SPRUILL GALLERY HOLIDAY ARTISTS MARKET

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

When: Through 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

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.

When: Calls made Dec. 8-9, 6-8 p.m.

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

CHRISTMAS HIGH TEAS AT BULLOCH HALL

What: A delightful way to spend an afternoon in the 1839 childhood home of Mittie Bulloch, Theodore Roosevelt’s mother. Enjoy a delicious two-course tea served by ladies in period clothing, a complimentary glass of wine and a tour of the house decorated for Christmas.

When: Teas will be Dec. 8, 10, 15 and 17 at 4 p.m. each day Cost: $45 per person Where: Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell More info: bullochhall.org/ high-teas.html

A CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS AT SMITH PLANTATION

What: Find festive decorations

CALENDAR throughout the house as the Roswell Garden Club’s favorite Christmas carols inspire each room’s theme.

Refreshments and live music will enhance the evening.

There will be demonstrations by garden club elves who will show how the decorations are done — and, perhaps you can take one home.

When: Tuesday, Dec. 8, 5-8 p.m.

Cost: $20 with reservations (due by Dec. 5), $25 at the door; $18 for groups of 10 or more.

Where: Smith Plantation, 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell More info: 770-641-3978.

FORSYTH COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL TOY COLLECTION

What: 13th annual Ariel’s House toy collection to help make this holiday season special for children in need.

When: New, unwrapped toys for any age may be dropped off through Friday, Dec. 11 Where: Drop gifts at Forsyth County fire stations, the Fire Department Headquarters, 3520 Settingdown Road, or any of the county’s four library branches.

More info: Call Firefighter Jeff Lyons, 678-513-5899

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 Ave., 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

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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

MILTON FIRE DEPARTMENT’S PANCAKES WITH SANTA

What: The pancake breakfast with Santa Claus hosted by the Milton Fire Department will include fire station tours and collection of unwrapped toys for North Fulton Community Charities’ Santa Toy Drive.

When: Saturday, Dec. 12, 8-10 a.m.

Where: Fire Station 43, 750 Hickory Flat Road, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us

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-THE-HORSES

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

CELTIC CHRISTMAS AT GSU’S RIALTO CENTER FOR THE ARTS

What: The Celtic Company presents Celtic Christmas: Music Dance and the Soul of the Season.

When: Saturday, Dec. 19, 8 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 20, 3 p.m.

Where: Rialto Center for the Arts, 80 Forsyth St. NW, Atlanta More info: rialto.gsu.edu

JCSO CHRISTMAS GALA AND HOLIDAY POPS CONCERT What: Enjoy this 10th anniversary celebration featuring the full JCSO and Christmas Gala Chorus, featured guest jazz trumpeter/big band performer Joe Gransden and his quartet, along with guest soloists.

When: Saturday, Dec. 19, 8 p.m.

Where: Johns Creek United Methodist Church, 11180 Medlock Bridge Road, Duluth More info: johnscreeksymphony.org

CHRISTMAS AT CALLANWOLDE

What: The joy of the holiday season begins again at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center with Christmas at Callanwolde, a 16-day holiday celebration when visitors will enjoy the entire 27,000-squarefoot Candler Mansion decorated by professional interior and floral designers.

When: Nov. 30 through Dec. 15, weekdays: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Sundays: 9 a.m.– 4 p.m.

Where: Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, 980 Briarcliff Road NE, Atlanta More info: callanwolde.org

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Hear and Be Heard During the Holidays: Hearing Loss Communication Tips

By AMY LEDBETTER, AU.D. We are all familiar with the wonderful sounds of the holidays—joyous music, lively conversation and family gatherings. But if you or a loved one has trouble hearing in noisy situations, or suffers any degree of hearing loss, the

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Be sure the person is paying attention before you speak.

Speak face-to-face, never from a different room or from behind.

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Do you have a fetish? Happy (and healthy!) Holidays

By DR. CATHY

Are you afraid to answer this question or admit that you indeed have a fetish? Well, first let’s examine exactly what this word means. Fetishes are defined as an overwhelming sexual arousal a person feels to a specific object or situation. Yes it sounds a bit like something we have only seen in crazy movies or in dept documentaries, but actually fetishes are quite common and as long as they never interfere with a normal functioning life are no cause for concern.

Fetish is a word is often misused and taken out of context and truthfully if we all really admitted it; several of us definitely have a fetish, we may not even be aware of.

Here are a few of the most common: Feet/Toes: Topping the list as one of the most common, believe it or not. Although there is no concrete evidence as to why this particular body part strikes such a cord with many it does seem to generate quite a reaction with several individuals. It could have something to do with our personalities and preferences. Before completely disregarding, let your partner fiddle with your toes a bit before discounting this possible pleasure center.

Role Playing: Typically involving at least two participants playing out a particular scenario. These “scenes” can be extremely detailed or very vague just depending on personal preferences. The excitement comes from a sense of ano-

nymity and the feeling of being someone else in an escape from your own identity. Pretending can be fun and great way to add something new and exciting to a struggling bedroom routine.

You may or may not have a fetish or be able to identify with the ones described. If you can however, as long as it does not control your everyday life and your partner is willing to participate, no need to be embarrassed, embrace your individuality.

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By Ashley Borden Celebrity Trainer, Fitness & Lifestyle Expert (NAPSI)—Start your holiday season off right with a balanced approach of healthy choices and a little guilt-free indulging, too. With a mix of highintensity workouts and smart food choices, you’ll feel motivated and invigorated come 2016!

Adios, Gluten!

While never diagnosed as glutenintolerant, as a fitness expert, I made a personal choice two years ago to remove gluten from my diet and found I was less bloated and tired after meals. I stuck with it because I had more energy throughout the day and saw a noticeable improvement in my workouts. It also helped me achieve a balanced and sustainable healthy lifestyle.

Here are a few healthy eating tips to reduce gluten: 1. Switch from wheat-based pasta to veggie noodles. Spaghetti squash, shaved zucchini ribbons and slices of hearty eggplant all make excellent pasta substitutes.

2. Grab a great tasting gluten-removed beer. Omission Beer is brewed with traditional beer ingredients, so it tastes like real beer, but it’s specially crafted to remove gluten.* If I drink beer, their Pale Ale is my go-to because I love its bold and hoppy fla-

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3. Stay away from fried and flaky appetizers. Instead of reaching for gluten-full and calorie-laden bites, reach for fresh fruits and vegetables and protein options like hummus, shrimp and Greek yogurt dip.

4. Focus on naturally gluten-free foods and stick to an overall antiinflammatory diet. Foods like wild caught salmon, blueberries, cucumber, leafy greens, ginger, garlic and sweet potatoes are naturally glutenfree and help reduce internal and external inflammation.

The Holiday Challenge Time is of the essence during the holidays. It’s normal for your schedule to be thrown off but that doesn’t mean you should compromise your training.

Take a family hike or take the dog out for a run to get your body moving.

You don’t need to go totally off the rails during the holidays AND eat low-quality food. Just keep your “off day” food standards just as high as your “normal day” food choices. If it includes the words partially hydrogenated oil, throw it out and instead look for items that have minimal, whole food ingredients.

Having a few go—to workouts makes it easier to squeeze a workout in-even if you’re on vacation or have a house full of visitors.

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ADHD – not just in children anymore morbidities 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).

Adult ADHD is associated with multiple co-

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.

8. Is often forgetful in daily activities.

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Healthy: Continued from Page 24 The Workout Body weight exercises don’t have to be fancy to be effective.

All you need is the space of a yoga mat and your body. Here are three moves easily incorporated into two quick workouts: 1. Push-ups (on knees or on a bench for beginners/full extended body for advanced athletes) 2. Single leg reverse flys (foot can be on the floor for stability for beginners) 3. Air squats (beginner)/ squat jumps (advanced).

Workout #1: 1 minute of

each move, repeat 4x with a 30 second break between rounds: Keep track of how many moves you get per minute and try to beat it the next time you do this work out. That’s how you progress with your fitness!

Push-ups Right leg reverse fly Left leg reverse fly Air squats or jump squats Workout #2: 5 rounds of the following moves: 3x Push-ups 6x Right leg reverse fly 6x Left leg reverse fly 9x Jump squats Consistent workouts are important, but are just one piece of the equation for a strong training program.

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Hacks 1. Science has shown that High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)--short bursts of intense exercise—causes the quickest body change and gives a terrific 36-hour postworkout calorie burn called the EPOC effect. Perfect for the holidays, when overindulgence can use the post-calorie burn!

2. Choose full-body exercises like bench press, squats, pull-ups, reverse lunges and deadlifts. For these, use weight that feels like a “7/8” on a scale of 1 to 10.

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4. Trade-off imbibing with choosing a good, hearty meal to start the night. A turkey sandwich with spinach and tomato on whole grain bread

with avocado will keep blood sugar levels stable and you’ll feel better the next morning!

5. Invest in a fitness tracking device. Knowledge is power, and knowing what kind of activity level you engage in will help you reach your goals and then adjust them accordingly.

You’re Never Too Old or Too Young For what? Taking care of your hearing is at the top of the list for Doctor’s Hearing Center. Maybe Santa put it at the top of your list too.

Doctor’s Hearing Center provides hearing care for the general community, diagnostic hearing and balance services for physicians, and industry or academic hearing screenings.

We offer hearing consultations, audiological testing, the latest technology in hearing aids, hearing aid repairs, wax removal, and tinnitus treatment.

Dr. Robin Andrews is a board-certified audiologist and an expert on correcting hearing problems. He has worked with Neurologists, Primary Care Physicians, Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgeons, the Veterans Administration, and many industries.

Physicians trust Dr. Andrews and for over 30 years have been referring their patients to assist in patient diagnosis and management.

Dr. Andrews continues to have a passion for what he does. His own personal experience with hearing loss helps him empathize with the challenges of a hearing loss.

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At DocANDREWS tor’s Hearing Center we strive to help our patients by taking an interest in how their hearing impacts their daily activities. We are independently owned and operated and not part of a chain. We take the necessary time with each patient to accurately diagnose the problem and educate them about the best course of treatment. We are good listeners and problem solvers who take a consultative approach to giving you care that is in your best interests, not ours.

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Trusted Family Dentistry For The Entire Family

By Roswell Dental Care As a parent, you want to do everything you can to keep your family safe, healthy, and happy. Looking after your family’s teeth won’t just keep their smiles bright—it can also boost their general wellbeing.

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Brushing: Home care is a huge part of good dental health. Most dentists recommend that you brush twice every day. For the best results, you should brush for at least two minutes every morning and evening.

Flossing: Flossing once a day is important for getting the plaque that accumulates between the teeth. It’s a good idea to consult a dentist to make sure you have the

The flu shot is still your best shot for protection against the virus (NAPSI)—The flu is nothing to sneeze at: According to the U.S._Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), on average, 5 to 20 percent of the American population gets the disease every year. Flu season can peak at any time, though a January or February peak is most common in the U.S. Although a trend in recent years has seen many waiting until flu activity breaks out to get a flu shot, waiting is not the advisable thing to do. The CDC says everyone 6 months and older should get a flu shot—and the sooner you get one, the better.

“It takes up to two weeks for the body to build up full immunity following a flu shot,” explains Walgreens chief medical officer, Harry Leider, M.D. “During the holidays and busy travel season, we’re typically exposed to more germs and viruses, which is why you really don’t want to put it off until the last minute or wait until your neighbors and co-workers are already getting sick. The last thing anyone wants to do is have to cancel a family vacation or important event due to illness.”

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What can we learn about our aging parents from holiday visits?

By Sue McCormick Synergy HomeCare North Atlanta With thanksgiving now behind us and a month’s worth of holiday activities to come, this is the time when many adult children get to personally see how well (or not) their parents are doing.

Phone calls that profess that “everything is fine with your dad and I” are often rebuked during the face to face visit.

As you prepare for your visit add to your to do list a the following items you will want to investigate during your stay: Before you even arrive ask yourself if your parents have had any difficulty tracking the arrangements that have been made. Have they called frequently asking about the itinerary and seeming to forget what was said in a previous call?

On arriving at your parent’s home take some time to look around and see if the environment is more cluttered or dirty than they would have kept it in the past. Is their mail unopened or paperwork stacked up that hasn’t been attended to?

When having a snack or getting something to drink look in the cupboards and fridge and determine if they have fresh and nutritious food items; are they past their expiration dates?

When you go out on the town is their appearance and attire similar to how they would have left the house previously or are they wearing clothes not appropriate for the season or the event?

When you run errands together let them drive (if they are licensed). Look over the car for any sign of a fender-bender or other damage. Do they appear to know the way around the neighborhood and familiar MCCORMICK routes; do they seem tense or anxious driving?

As a meal is being prepared in the kitchen does the preparer seem distracted; is the stove left burning and unattended; do they seem to remember how to follow directions?

As your parents are moving around their house are they able to easily get in and out of their chairs; do they seem to be unsteady on their feet or do you witness any falls?

SYNERGY HomeCare has put together a free book to help families get answers to their most common questions about the needs of their aging loved ones. “Where Do We Begin?” is a comprehensive guide that touches on the topics most every family needs to know about the elder care process.

For a free copy of our Elder Care Guide, please call Synergy HomeCare at 770-777-4781 or visit our website at www.SynergyHomeCare.com/NorthAtlanta.

Synergy can help with all activities of daily living to keep your loved one safe and at home for as long as possible.

Alzheimer’s Disease: Planning for an unknown future (NAPSI)—If someone you care about is ever diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, you should know you’re not alone.

Some 5.4 million Americans have the condition now and, as the U.S. population ages, many more individuals are likely to be diagnosed. It’s estimated the number of people age 65 or older with Alzheimer’s disease will increase as much as 40 percent by 2025 and triple by 2050, barring any medical breakthroughs to prevent or cure the disease.

What You Should Know A few facts and figures may help you better cope with the condition.

Alzheimer’s disease has a distinct gender bias: The majority of its victims are women. Women are twice as likely as men to develop the disease and, once they have it, are far more vulnerable to its effects. Female longevity was once thought to be responsible for this disparity, but recent medical research suggests that biological, genetic and even cultural influences may play significant roles.

Currently, there is no way to prevent or cure Alzheimer’s disease. Individuals typically live eight to 10 years after they are diagnosed and there are progressive

stages of Alzheimer’s disease, so as time passes, small losses in memory and judgment advance to profound intellectual and social impairment. In the last stage, physical function is reduced as well, ultimately leading to death.

As this disease runs its course, Alzheimer’s patients may require increasing levels of assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and eating. Further, Alzheimer’s patients are often unaware of their surroundings and potentially dangerous situations. To maintain the safety of these people, increased supervision is required. Most of the care is custodial, not medical, and belong in the category known as long-term care.

Long-term care provided by a facility can be expensive and is generally not covered by traditional health plans or Medicare. If you have a low income and limited resources, Medicaid may help pay medical costs but you are required to meet state poverty criteria.

Paying out of pocket is one way to cover long-term care expenses. However, you should consider the cost. Alzheim-

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Hearing with your brain?

By Dr. Deborah Woodward Johns Creek Audiology Hearing affects EVERYTHING between your ears. If you’re like most people, you’re used to thinking of hearing as something that happens in your ears. What people often don’t think about is what happens between their ears, in the hearing part of their brain.

That’s where sound becomes information that has meaning.

Your brain has to work hard to make this happen.

When the sound signals from your ears are compromised, your brain has to work even harder to fill in the gaps.

This extra effort can take its toll. In fact, studies have shown that, over time, hearing loss can lead to isolation and depression. That’s why it makes sense to take care of your hearing health the same way you care about the rest of your health: There’s a lot more riding on it than just your hearing.

What happens when you have a hearing challenge?

The natural relationship between your ears and brain is disrupted. This is why it takes so much more effort to follow what is being said and why you may feel so much more tired at the end of a busy day.

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Your ears and your brain work together as a system, with your brain doing most of

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Your hearing is as unique as your fingerprint. And because no two are quite the same, no one else’s hearing profile is quite like yours.

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How Do I Know If I Have the Flu? Flulike symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some people may also have vomiting and diarrhea.

Some people infected with the flu have respiratory symptoms without a fever.

How Effective Is the Flu Vaccine?

The efficacy of the flu vaccine can vary from season to season. However, the CDC cites that flu vaccination lowers the risk of hospitalization by 61 percent in adults age 50 years and older and that in typical years, flu vaccination results in a 71 percent reduction in flu-related hospitalizations among adults of all ages.

The important thing to remember is that the vaccination continues to be the best way to protect yourself and those around you throughout the season.

What About Cost?

Since implementation of the Affordable Care Act, health plans and insurers must cover flu shots at no cost (no co-pay or co-insurance) to patients. So if you have health insurance, your flu shot shouldn’t cost you anything. Coverage may

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vary among some providers, so ask your pharmacist, doctor or health plan if you have questions. For those without insurance, some health departments and companies such as Walgreens have programs that offer flu shots at no cost to qualifying individuals.

Can I Get the Flu From the Flu Shot?

No, you cannot get the flu from the flu shot. This is merely a myth; in fact, there are numerous benefits to getting the flu shot. In addition to protecting yourself and family members, when you get the vaccine, you’re also helping any individuals you may know who are at greater risk of becoming seriously ill—older adults, those with weakened immune systems, young children and the like.

Where Can I Get My Flu Shot?

You can check with your physician, and now most pharmacies offer flu shots daily.

Walgreens, which vaccinates walk-ins during all pharmacy hours, lets you help a child in need just by coming in to get your shot. For each vaccination administered at its pharmacies and clinics, the company donates a lifesaving vaccine to a child in a developing country in partnership with the U.N. Foundation. To date, it has helped provide more than 7 million polio and measles vaccines through this Get a Shot.

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What Else Can I Do To Protect Myself Against the Flu? The CDC says you should take these everyday preventive actions to stop the spread of germs: • Try to avoid close contact with sick people.

• If you do get sick, limit contact with others as much as possible to keep from infecting them. Stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone without the use of a feverreducing medicine, except to get medical care or for other necessities.

• Cover your nose and mouth, preferably with a tissue, when you cough or sneeze.

• Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.

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Leukemia: Prompt diagnosis and expert care

By Leslie Kerns A “leukemia” diagnosis can cause fear and uncertainty. It is a life-altering event for both the patient and family.

Leukemia is a progressive cancer in which the bone marrow and other blood-forming organs produce increased numbers of immature or abnormal cells. Indeed, this diagnosis can bring profound changes and treating leukemia is complex and demanding.

When people are diagnosed with acute leukemia, their world changes from one moment to the next. One moment

they were feeling well, the next they are faced with a serious diagnosis requiring immediate intervention.

Every four minutes, someone is diagnosed with blood cancer, according to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and in 2015, there will be 54, 270 newly diagnosed cases of leukemia in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society.

Changes in red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets are what cause the symptoms in leukemia. These symptoms include but are not limited to:

fatigue, shortness of breath, excessive bruising and bleeding, fever and headache.

The only way to diagnosis leukemia is through a careful evaluation. The evaluation must be prompt and comprehensive.

Often this requires direct admission to a hospital and evaluation by an oncologist.

The accurate diagnosis of leukemia is critical. Current testing methods to obtain this diagnosis can be complex and timing is critical.

Much of the testing done today helps predict the course

of treatment that each individual patient needs to achieve the best outcomes. Oncologists and hematologists that specialize in the treatment of patients with leukemia will often have access to these specialized tests.

Treatment for acute leukemia typically requires an initial admission to a hospital that can support the unique needs of leukemia patients. Support services such as nursing, blood banks, nutritionists, therapists and navigators help patients optimize their journey through treatment. Although, the jour-

Disease: Continued from Page 28 er’s disease requires lifetime care. In 2013, the national average cost of a semiprivate room in a nursing home was $82,855 annually.

Home care is generally more affordable than nursing home care but still costly.

When averaged nationally, the cost of a six-hour visit by a home health aide is $120 per day. That’s $31,200 per year for a home health aide visiting five hours per day, five days a week.

Informal care can be provided at home by a relative or friend, but there may be a significant physical and emotional cost for these informal caregivers. Caring for an individual with Alzheimer’s disease is difficult and the demands can be unrelenting.

Caregivers commonly suffer from chronic stress, which can compromise their own physical and psychological health as well as their most intimate family relationships.

Often, these caregivers leave the workplace or step out of a chosen career path to meet increasing care needs. This can have profound implications for personal finances both short and long term.

It’s also important to remember that the need for long-term care can arise from an accident, illness or injury at any age. Although no one can be certain that he or she will develop Alzheimer’s disease, planning now can help to reduce financial and emotional stress on your family.

What Can Be Done Fortunately for many, the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP) offers protection and support when

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ney is complex and overwhelming, with prompt diagnosis, focused treatment and specialized support patients have a way towards survivorship.

Contact us if you or a loved one was diagnosed with leukemia.

Leslie Kerns is the director of the Leukemia Program at Northside Hospital.

The leukemia program provides patients with the exceptional quality care needed to treat their blood-related malignancy.

Visit northside.com/leukemia for more information. it’s needed the most.

The FLTCIP can help pay for personal care and other related services provided on an extended basis to people who need help with everyday activities or who need supervision due to a severe cognitive impairment. It provides comprehensive coverage, regardless of whether you receive care at home, in an assisted living facility (including specialized care for persons living with Alzheimer’s disease) or in a nursing home. Additionally, family members and friends can provide care as informal caregivers.

Many members of the federal family are eligible to apply for coverage under the FLTCIP, including federal and U.S. Postal Service employees and annuitants, as well as active and retired members of the uniformed services. Qualified relatives such as spouses, domestic partners, parents and parents-in-law, and adult children are also eligible to apply. For a complete eligibility list, visit www.LTCFEDS.com/ eligibility.

Because the FLTCIP is medically underwritten, it’s important to apply when you are in good health to avoid the risk that a future illness or condition may prevent you from obtaining coverage later.

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ACT 1 presents: ‘Uh Oh Here Comes Christmas’ ALPHARETTA, Ga. -- ACT1 Theater presents “Uh Oh Here Comes Christmas,“ a witty and heartwarming look at the joys, foibles and chaos of the holiday season. The musical is based on the works of internationally best- selling writer Robert Fulghum. Much like Fulghum's acclaimed “All I Ever Needed to Know I Learned in Kindergarten,“ “Uh Oh Here Comes Christmas“ is a collection of holiday vignettes linked by tunes as jolly as “Jingle Bells“ and as poignant as “Silent Night.“ Georgia Tech Engineering graduate Ty Autry is director

and choreographer. Though this is his first directing job for ACT1, he appeared in the theater's production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat“ in 2013 and served as dance captain for that show.

Autry has encouraged his seven member cast of storytellers to mine Fulghum's wonderfully simple tales to discover the humanity to be found in each. Between the story of a church Christmas pageant with a Mary riding a reluctant donkey down the aisle toward disaster; and the tale of a wedding of a mixed faith couple on

the night of the winter solstice hoping for love everlasting, there is both poke-in-the ribs humor, and picture-perfect Norman Rockwell style Christmas memories.

The show features Jenny Blevins, the Chorus Director for Chattahoochee High School, with Alpharetta resident Art Pashayan on the keyboard.

“Uh Oh Here comes Christmas“ opens on Friday, Dec. 4, and runs Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays for three weekends through Sunday, Dec. 20. Shows are Friday and Saturday Nights at 8: p.m.

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The man continued. «That night, your grandfather took me out and bought Christmas presents for me and my entire family. At the time, we had absolutely nothing. We were not even going to have a Christmas dinner. He bought that, too. We drove back to my house and he dropped me off.

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the phone directory, I just had to call you. I am so happy to be able to tell you how grateful I am to your grandfather.” We spoke for a few more minutes then hung up. In silence I replayed the conversation in my mind – several times, and then smiled. “How grateful I am to you,” I thought. “What a priceless Christmas gift you have just given me.”

Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all. Ray Appen, Publisher. In memory of my grandfather, H.V. Appen, who always kept his priorities straight.

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How you can help brighten holidays for North Fulton’s senior citizens Saturday, Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Senior Services North Fulton volunteers will be on hand at Walmart (Mansell Road, Roswell) and the Sandy Springs PetSmart (128 Perimeter Center West, Atlanta).

There, product donations will be collected and placed into Subaru vehicles. Their goal is to fill the vehicles with shelf-stable nutrition and from Walmart including such protein supplements as Boost, Ensure, or Glucerna.

Subaru’s Share the Love event helps senior citizens during holidays

Donations may include personal items such Depends, gloves, and socks and pet treats and toys from the PetSmart.

NORTH FULTON -- As ribbons and bows ready themselves for their holiday assignments, as honey roasted hams and apple pies wait for their call to tables, as carols wait to be sung and wreaths to be hung, it is easy to understand why so many describe this season as “the most wonderful time of the year.”

For some North Fulton residents however it is the loneliest, the saddest and, yes, the hungriest time.

Senior Services North Fulton serves some 1,500 seniors across six cities: Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park, Roswell and Sandy Springs. SSNF Executive Director Carrie Bellware says that for them the holidays are particularly challenging since many client seniors are alone and without family nearby.

“We are so grateful for the community coming together to help brighten the lives of se-

Subaru, PetSmart and Walmart will supply giveaways in support of the event.

The Walmart effort will provide a nice complement to Meals on Wheels. The items collected at PetSmart will provide inventory for supporting Senior Services North Fulton’s Meals on Wheels for Pets program, a very unique program that provides food for seniors’ pets, often their only companions.

During the holiday season, Subaru, Walmart and PetSmart are teaming up to help North Fulton seniors in need have a happier holiday season. niors during the holiday,” said Bellware.

Senior Services North Fulton was founded in 1991 to provide programs and services for the older adults who live in North Fulton County. Programs include four senior centers, where seniors meet for social interaction and nourishment, wellness initiatives, transportation and in-home services, including Meals on Wheels and Meals on Wheels for Pets.

Empowered by hundreds of volunteers, Senior Services North Fulton annually delivers more than 30,000 meals to seniors.

The program participants are 60 years old or older who are physically limited from shopping and meal preparation.

For many in this group, Meals on Wheels deliveries represent the only real assurance of basic nutrition, and the volunteers are in some cases the

For information regarding these events and or to volunteer resources to support Senior Services North Fulton, contact George Levins at 770-853-5285 or email glevins@mindspring. com.

only regular human contact a senior citizen receives.

So in this mostly joyous season, it is refreshing that private individuals and corporate organizations rally to support the need.

Such is the case with Subaru’s Share the Love Event. The program supports numerous charities across the country and right here in North Fulton.

Nationally, Subaru donates millions of dollars in support of causes such as Meals on Wheels, with $250 per car sold or leased now through Jan. 2, 2016.

Classic Subaru of Atlanta along with Walmart, PetSmart and Senior Services North Fulton are taking on the challenge making the holidays bright for SSNF clients.

Friends of the Milton Library to hold ‘Gigantic Holiday Book Sale’ 10,000 books for sale Dec. 12 MILTON, Ga. -- The Friends of the Milton Library will hold its inaugural Gigantic Holiday Book Sale Saturday, Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Historic Friends Barn adjacent to the Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, at the corner of Charlotte Drive.

Some 10,000 gently used books for

sale will include hard and soft back fiction, children’s and teen books and many non-fiction subjects including history, how-to, cooking, gardening, business, religion, current events and biography.

All proceeds are used to support programs and other needs of the Milton library.

The Historic Friends Barn is a replica of one of the two historic barns originally on the property where the library is located.

Siding from the barns was used in

the construction of the Friends Barn.

The Friends accepts book donations of all types including rare and non-rare.

Encyclopedias and a few other categories are not accepted. Donations are tax deductible.

Persons interested becoming a Friends volunteer should email Leslie Fanuzzi at fanuzzi@mindspring.com.

For more about the Friends of the Milton Library and their mission, visit mplfriends.org.

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Fresh, hot s’mores, a bonfire, arts and crafts and, of course, Santa came out to ring in the season.

Students of the North Fulton School of Music serenaded the crowd with traditional (and some notso-traditional) holiday tunes while Boy Scouts from Troop 3000 organized s’mores around a bonfire.

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New Eagle Scouts for the Northern Ridge District NORTH FULTON, Ga. -- The Northern Ridge Boy Scout District, made up of Roswell, Alpharetta, Johns Creek and Milton, announced its newest Eagle Scouts, who passed their Board of Review on Nov. 30, 2015. The Scouts who passed their Eagle Board of Reviews, held at Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, are: William Avery, from Troop 69, was sponsored by Alpharetta First United Methodist Church.

His project was the design and construction of an outdoor classroom with a weather station, for Mount Pisgah Christian School.

Blake Gibson, from Troop 629, was sponsored by Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church.

His project was the collection of over 780 pounds of food items for the Atlanta Community Food Bank.

Paul Roark, from Troop 87, was sponsored by Roswell Presbyterian Church. His project was to repair, sand, renovate and reassemble 24 benches located at Roswell Area Park Tennis Courts.

Nolan Orndorf, from Troop 87, was sponsored by Roswell Presbyterian Church. His project was the design and construction of two raised

flower gardens for Roswell High Schools outdoor classroom.

Henry Harden, from Troop 629, was sponsored by Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church.

His project was the design and construction of three low element exercise stations at the Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center.

Christopher Bethea, from Troop 206, was sponsored

by Zion Missionary Baptist Church.

His project was the design and construction of three benches for the nature trail located at the Woodlands Subdivision.

Jacob Crawford, from Troop 985, was sponsored by Northbrook United Methodist Church. His project was the design and construction of a concrete pad and a covered bulletin board for the Northbrook United Methodist Church Community House.

John Grant, from Troop 1134, was sponsored by St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church.

His project was the design and construction of a bird observation area with 3 bird houses and two benches at the Rosary Garden located at St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church.

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By CARLY TUCCI news@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. -Crowds gathered on Milton Avenue in downtown Alpharetta Dec 5 for the annual Alpharetta Christmas Tree Lighting.

Dance and musical groups were among the entertainment from Northpoint Community Church, Dance Now, St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, City of Alpharetta Rhythm n’ Shoes Dance Program, Alpharetta Community Chorus, Alpharetta Christian Academy, Alpharetta High School and King’s Ridge Christian School.

Food trucks provided EDWARD KUJAWSKI/SPECIAL tasty treats, and shoppers Alpharetta Mayor David Belle Isle and his family checked out the vendors continue the tradition of reading “‘Twas the Night offering their merchandise. Before Christmas.”

Children played on a snowy playground and had photos The City of Alpharetta sponsored taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Fire the event with the help of the Alpharetpits along the street had families gathta Convention and Visitors Bureau, ered around roasting marshmallows.

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State championships at stake for Roswell and Blessed Trinity Games this Friday and Saturday at the Georgia Dome

By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — The Roswell Hornets and Blessed Trinity Titans will both travel to the Georgia Dome to play in the state championship games for their respective classes after both teams won in the semifinals last week in thrilling fashion.

Roswell trailed Grayson by 3 with just 10 seconds remaining when Roswell quarterback Qunitarius Neely found A.J. Smith in the end zone from 35 yards out. Roswell will be playing the state championship for the first time since 2006, when they tied Peachtree Ridge for the state title.

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Class 6A state championship: Roswell (14-0) vs Colquitt County (14-0) Roswell had seasons of 0-10 and 3-7 before Head Coach John Ford took over the program in 2013. Just four years after a winless season, the 14-0 Hornets are heading back to the Georgia Dome with a chance to win their fourth state title in school history.

To do so, they will face the top-five nationally ranked Packers of Colquitt County.

The Packers enter the game with a 29-game winning streak, dating back to their opening game of last season.

Colquitt is playing for the second consecutive state championship after beating Archer 28-24 in last year’s state final.

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Prior to their game against Colquitt last Friday, Mill Creek’s defense had given up just 7 points per game.

Parrish, who has also rushed for over 300 yards this season, is one of the many gears in the Packers’ rushing game. Qwazavia Lee and Nate Powell IV have combined for over 1,300 yards rushing this season.

Roswell’s defense, comprised of multiple Division I commits including Tre Lamar (Clemson) and Xavier McKinney (Alabama), will face their toughest challenge yet against

280 yards against the Rams and added 49 yards rushing.

However, Neely also accounted for three fumbles. Neely now has 2,444 yards passing with 31 touchdowns and five interceptions on the season.

Jayden Comma had 139 yards receiving on six catches, including a 76-yard reception that set up Roswell to tie the game late in the fourth.

Sheldon Evans, who is just shy of 1,700 yards rushing on the season, was held to 84 yards by the Rams’ defense.

The Packers’ defense is giving up an average of 19 points per game.

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Blessed Trinity beats Calhoun to advance to state championship Titans will make their first state championship appearance this Friday

By JOE PARKER News@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — The phrase “defense wins championships” may be a football cliché, but Blessed Trinity’s defense was definitely instrumental in sending the team to their firstever football state championship this Friday after beating Calhoun 12-7.

Although Calhoun entered the game averaging 234 yards rushing in their prior three games, Blessed Trinity held them to just 63 yards rushing on 29 carries.

BT’s defensive line and linebacker core stymied the Yellow Jackets’ rushing game and controlled the line of scrimmage. The Titans’ secondary also limited Calhoun’s passing production, allowing 203 yards. BT’s defense also forced a safety on a sack, giving them 2 points, which proved crucial at the end of the game.

After a third-quarter field goal from Brooks Hosea, Blessed Trinity took a 12-7 lead with two minutes remaining in the third quarter on a 28-yard rush from Garrett Dupuis, who weaved his way into the end zone after breaking multiple tackles.

Calhoun’s ensuing drive would result in a punt, giving Blessed Trinity the ball back

with 10:28 remaining in the game.

Blessed Trinity’s offense was able to gain a single first down, but were forced to punt after only burning 2:46 off the clock. The Titans’ offense would not field a play until the final play of the game, when quarterback Conor Davis kneeled to run out the final five seconds of clock.

Calhoun’s drive, which began at their own 33-yard line, would account for 19 plays and take just under eight minutes.

The Yellow Jackets began a string of short, bubble screen passes that led them to BT’s 48-yard line in four plays.

However, Calhoun quarterback Kaelan Riley would watch the next snap sail over his head.

Riley fell on the errant snap at the Titans’ 31-yard line, a 21-yard loss, to set up secondand-31.

With desperation beginning to creep in on the Yellow Jackets as the clock hit under five minutes remaining, Calhoun managed to gain a first down after a fourth-and-7 conversion.

Calhoun’s Riley, a talented rusher from the quarterback position, kept the ball on multiple carries and completed two passes to set up the Yellow Jackets with first-and-goal from the 8-yard line with just

43 seconds remaining.

Riley would run a quarterback keeper up the middle to the 4-yard line, and a timeout stopped the clock with 24 seconds remaining.

Calhoun had a chance to possibly put the game away, but Calhoun’s Landon Rice dropped a sure touchdown pass at the 1-yard line.

Though Calhoun had moved the ball effectively down the field, with their backs against the wall, BT’s defense stood tall. Thanks to the second-quarter safety, where Logan Craighead took down Riley while he was scrambling, the Yellow Jackets were forced to find the end zone on the final drive.

On third-and-goal, Blessed Trinity’s Jake Rudolf nearly sacked Calhoun’s Riley, but Riley was able to maneuver away. In the process, Riley was forced to scramble and dove forward back to the line of scrimmage. Calhoun was forced to take their final timeout with 11 seconds remaining.

With the game, and one team’s season on the line, Calhoun lined up for fourthand-goal.

Out of the shotgun, Riley rolled to his right, but BT’s secondary played Calhoun’s receivers tight, forcing Riley to go through his progression.

J.D. Bertrand pressured Riley into scrambling. Riley ran back to the middle of the field, where he attempted to avoid a

Jake Bogosian carries the ball for the Titans.

sack by BT’s Matthew Castner.

After cutting to his left to avoid Castner, Riley fell to the turf at the 4-yard line, ending Calhoun’s 28-game winning streak and sending Blessed Trinity to the state championship.

BT’s defense gave up just one big play during the game when Riley connected to Kolby Reynolds for a 76-yard touchdown pass halfway through

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the second quarter. It would be Calhoun’s only score of the game. The Yellow Jackets averaged 44 points per game in their prior 13 games.

Roswell’s QB Davis returned after missing last week’s game due to an injury.

BT will play for their firstever state championship this Friday at 4:30 p.m. at the Georgia Dome, where they will face Westminster.

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‘Hail Neely’ sends Roswell to the Georgia Dome Roswell advances to state championship with thrilling victory over Grayson

By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com LOGANVILLE, Ga. — In a Roswell team full of Division I commits, senior receiver A.J. Smith has flown under the radar during much of the hype surrounding the Hornets. Throughout the season, he has been a reliable and talented target for quarterback Quintarius Neely, catching 17 passes for 256 yards with five touchdowns. Good numbers though they may be, much of Smith’s work, which includes a competency at blocking, has been overshadowed.

However, on Dec. 4, Smith came down with a catch that will live on in the minds of Roswell players, coaches and fans forever.

Trailing 26-23 with just 10 seconds remaining in the game, Neely threw a 35-yard bomb that found Smith at the goal line as Smith fell backwards onto his backside and into the end zone.

Smith’s catch, his only reception in the game, would prove to be the game-winning — and state-championshipberthing — play for Roswell.

In what was a back-andforth affair, Roswell led 7-3 after the first quarter.

With under four minutes remaining in the second, Grayson regained the lead on a 29-yard touchdown pass. The drive had been set up after a fumble by Neely, who fumbled three times throughout the game. However, Grayson’s touchdown was their only points off a turnover.

A 38-yard Turner Barckhoff field goal tied the game just before the half at 10-10.

Barckhoff’s next field-goal attempt in the third quarter would be blocked, but Roswell’s defense was able to stop Grayson’s offense on the Rams’

first two drives of the second half.

The Hornets found the end zone again on a 14-yard rush from Sheldon Evans. Evans finished the game with 84 yards on 21 carries. However, Barckhoff would miss the PAT, giving the Hornets a 16-10 lead.

Grayson responded quickly with a touchdown of their own, a 59-yard rush from Cameryn Brent, and a made PAT gave Grayson the 17-16 lead.

The game would remain scoreless until midway through the fourth quarter when Grayson’s Brent found the end zone again from 2 yards out. But perhaps Barckhoff’s missed PAT got into the head of Grayson kicker Will Van Pamelen as he sent the ensuing PAT wide, keeping the score 23-16.

On Roswell’s next offensive play, Neely found Jayden Comma wide open along the sideline at midfield. Comma cut back to the other sideline and scampered down to the 4-yard line before he was pushed out of bounds. The 76yard reception set up Roswell first-and-goal.

Comma finished the game with six receptions for 139 yards.

After a loss on first down, Neely attempted to find Comma on a corner route and pass interference was called on Grayson.

Grayson’s defense held Evans out of the end zone on the next two plays before George Arowoselu scored on a sweep play. Barckhoff made the PAT to tie the game at 23-23 with 4:22 remaining.

Roswell came down with an interception at their own 15-yard line, but were unable to get the go-ahead score, and were forced to punt.

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with 1:36 remaining.

The Rams wasted no time in setting themselves up for the go-ahead score. On their first play on the drive, Grayson QB Chase Brice found receiver Ernest Tiller at midfield and Tiller turned upfield and rushed all the way to Roswell’s 9-yard line.

Roswell’s defense kept Grayson out of the end zone, but Van Pemelen’s 19-yard field goal gave the Rams a 2623 lead with just 42 ticks left on the clock.

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Roswell’s No. 15, Xavier McKinney, runs the ball Dec. 4 against Grayson. Roswell won the game, heading to the state championship. over the middle for a 30-yard gain to the Rams’ 35-yard line.

Then, with Grayson rushing just three defenders, Roswell’s “Hail Neely” secured the win with that 35-yard pass to Smith at the goal line, where he fell backwards into the end zone, earning Roswell their first state championship appearance since 2006.

Neely finished the game with 280 yards passing and 49 yards rushing.

After the game, Head Coach John Ford addressed his players by saying, “I’m so proud to

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Comma said, “Nobody works as hard as us. Everyone was inside Tuesday while we [were] out in the rain. I don’t care what anyone says, we took what we deserve, and we’ve got one more.”

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NAFL take three teams to championships NORTH ATLANTA – Three teams from the North Atlanta Football League made it to the national conference championships in November, with all three winning national titles.

The games began Nov. 14 when the second-grade North Atlanta Bears took on the Starrs Mill Panthers at Starrs Mill High School in Peachtree City.

The NAFL Bears started the season with 18 boys who had never played tackle football before. For four months, the players and coaches came together as a team – never quitting on the field or on each other. Heading into the playoffs with a 0-8 record in the regular season, the NAFL Bears brought home the trophy after knocking off the top-two ranked teams and beating the White Panthers with a score of 26-19.

Coach Mike Campbell and the rest of his coaches said they couldn’t have been more proud: the players worked hard to improve and didn’t let the disappointment of their losses stand in the way of their

The second-grade North Atlanta Bears are: Kade Perpetua, Grant Campbell, Brady McHale, Gage Lawrence, Grayson Joel, Nicholas Kilpatrick, Wyatt Furr, Austin McBay, Walker Thomas, Charlie Paulus, Alex Perez, Aidan Wade, Callum Phillips, Henry Queen, Charlie Shepardson, Ariel Yehuday, Sam Breazeale and Austin Drye.

Yesterday doesn’t matter. The only thing that matters is right now and we must do our best.” goals.

Campbell shared the team’s motto: “Yesterday doesn’t matter. The only thing that matters is right now and we must do our best.”

They persevered and were named the National Conference Champions for the second grade, Division II of the North Metro Football League.

A few days later, two more NAFL teams were successful on the field.The fifth-grade North Atlanta Eagles played the fifth-grade Forsyth Central Bulldogs Nov. 21 at Forsyth Central High School.

The Eagles won with a score of 19-13 to claim the title of National Conference Champions for the fifth grade, Division II of the North Metro Football League.

That same day, the sixthgrade North Atlanta Saints played South Forsyth’s sixthgrade team and won with a dominating 16-0 to claim the title of sixth-grade National Conference Champions, Select Division of the North Metro Football League.

For more about the NAFL, visit them online at nafl.club.

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The sixth-grade North Atlanta Saints are: Jordan McDonald, Christian Walker, Jack Nickel, William Parton, Jordan McCants, Thomas Durrett, Jordan Lail, Sean Wylie, William Reed, JC French, Elliott Meyer, Preston Reyes, Pete Heissenbuttel, Whitman Sperry, Thomas Parrott, Justice Haynes, Henry Schouten, Mathew DuBois, Trey Garmon, Brendan Nolte, Vito Perri, Dylan Fairchild, Kaleb Taylor, Tucker Shmays, Scott Johnson and Quenton Grimes.

The fifth-grade North Atlanta Eagles are: Wyatt Smalley, Ripp Perez, Nicholas DiFelice, Stephen Bauer, AJ Ciaccio, Walker Hicks, Jack Rea, Haze Francis, Andrew Walser, Ryan Snipes, Ashton Frith, Graham Seng, Logan Blankenship, Austin Gilbert, Max Minton, Jaden Martin-Burgess, Adam Laderoute, Brody Benotti, Sky Harper, Michael Brian, Robert Billings, Matt Meyers and Blake Richie.

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State: Continued from Page 40 cluding playoff games against talented Callaway, Adairsville and Cedar Grove teams.

The Wildcats are coming off an impressive 28-7 win over Cedar Grove, who tied BT for the Region 6B championship.

The Titans have been able to overcome multiple injuries,

including losing running back Milton Shelton for the game against Jefferson and QB Conor Davis last week, to continue their undefeated season.

Davis, who missed BT’s game against Dawson County Nov. 27, returned for the Titans against Calhoun.

BT’s offense was held in check by Calhoun’s defense, but was still able to produce enough points for the win.

The Titan’s defense was

Submit your news & photos to news@appenmediagroup.com | Recycled paper the story of the game, holding Calhoun to under 70 yards rushing after the Yellow Jackets entered the game averaging over 230 yards rushing in their prior three games.

BT’s defense will take on a Westminster offense that has found their stride in the playoffs, scoring an average of 39 points per game in the playoffs.

In their Oct. 16 game, BT’s defense held the Wildcats to

just 174 yards of total offense, which was the exact amount Shelton ran against the Wildcats’ defense.

Davis added 123 yards passing en route to the Titan’s 24-10 victory.

However, the Wildcats’ offense is clicking on all cylinders.

The Wildcats rushed for 146 yards last week against a talented Cedar Grove defense.

Westminster’s defense has

given up an average of 16 points per game in the playoffs.

The matchup will be the 13th all time between the two schools, with the series tied at 6-6.

After losing six of their first seven matchups dating back to 2004, Blessed Trinity has won the last five meetings.

This will be the first postseason game between the schools.

Pet of the week: Chip ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Chip, a 10-year-old Shih Tzu Mix, is a sweet adult dog who was returned because his previous owners did not have time for him. Chip is a senior dog but still has plenty of love to give that special family. This feisty, playful boy will happily lead the way on leash walks and

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will climb into a lap for head rubs. Because of his age, he will need more medical attention (especially in his eyes – cataracts are beginning to form) but the Atlanta Humane Society doesn’t think this will prevent him from being a wonderful pet. All dogs thrive on structure and leadership, and Chip is no exception. Crate training and obedience training are recommended to help with this. Obedience training helps dogs understand what is expected, which reduces stress on everyone. Chip seems pretty housetrained, but it’s always best to prepare for a refresher course, since he has never lived in the new home before. Chip is current on his vaccinations on this time, but as a senior dog, he will need more medical attention and a waiver is required for adoption.

Chip has been microchipped and dewormed. He will be available at the Atlanta Humane Society Mansell Campus, 1565 Mansell Road. Look at all the available pets at www. atlantahumane.org.

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Work: Continued from Page 1 well, further fueling development and connections in the area.

Roswell Mayor Jere Wood said he is very familiar with the area – it used to be “the beach” when he was growing up.

“This is where I came to jump into the water,” he said.

“Roswell has almost forgotten about Sun Valley and what it

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Wood said the project is the largest transportation project in his administration.

“Traffic is the biggest issue facing Roswell today,” he said.

“There are no more arterial roads today than when I was a boy. We may have widened roads, but we have no more roads than when Roswell had 3,000 people.”

Roswell now has more than 90,000 residents. Longtime Roswell Councilmember Jerry Orlans said this project has

been in the works for years.

Fifteen years ago, when the nearby neighborhoods were being built, the city asked that they be separated by a cul-desac, which was intended to be the entrance to the new Sun Valley road. That cul-de-sac will be turned into a roundabout and the city will be able to build the road without disturbing the residents.

“Sometimes things take a long time,” Orlans said. “I’m glad to see it finally going through.”

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Hurley signs with Furman ROSWELL, Ga. -- Fellowship Christian School senior Emma Grace Hurley has signed a letter of intent to compete in cross country at Furman University in Greenville, S.C. Earlier this month, Hurley was named to the Atlanta Track Club’s 2015 All-Metro Cross Country Girls and Boys Team.

The City of Alpharetta (City) is soliciting qualified Developers with experience designing, developing, and building traditional single-family residences, to submit Statements of Qualifications for DEVELOPMENT OF OLD MILTON PARKWAY PROPERTIES. The RFQ will be available online Thursday, December 10, 2015, at our bid posting website, https://www.ebidexchange.com/alpharetta. Interested parties are required to log in to review and download the RFQ documents.

In back row from left are FCS Athletic Director Bryan Lindner, Head of School Master Kathryn Teston and Varsity Cross Country Coach Tom Harrison; Front row from left are John Hurley (father), Emma Grace and Jennifer Hurley (mother).

Statements of Qualifications will be due on Thursday, January 21, 2016 at 10:00 AM at Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009.

For information, please contact Debora Westbrook at the City of Alpharetta Finance Department via email at purchasing@alpharetta.ga.us or at 678-297-6052.

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Johns Creek Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) Board of Directors, for an individual or agency with a keen understanding of tourism as economic development. Serving as an official representative of the CVB, a tourism developer and marketing consultant etc.

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Microsoft Office programs and social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube proficiency; ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and occasional weekend and after-hours work.

Independent Contractor requiring a Certificate of Insurance naming the CVB as additional insured. Resume: City Clerk Joan Jones, 12000 Findley Road, Suite 400, Johns Creek, GA 30097.

OFFICE MANAGER/ BOOKKEEPER A l p h a r e t t a Presbyterian Church seeks a full-time office manager to lead and coordinate the efficient running of the church office. In addition to supervising support staff and organizing all personnel records, the office manager will manage all church finances. This is a full time position with benefits. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, salary requirements and three references to: Office Manager Search Committee, A l p h a r e t t a Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy Street, Alpharetta, GA 30009 or jobs@ alpharettapres.com

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Furniture

PET SITTER/DOG WALKER

Antiques

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Sales

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

Photos. 678-549-6057.

Estate Sale

Building Supplies

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12/11-12/13, 8am-1pm.

Furniture, housewares, collectibles, handbags....

VELUX SKYLIGHTS, used. (Eight, 21”x44”, two miscellaneous sizes). $475/all. 770992-6848 leave message

Garage Sale

DECORATIVE DORIC COLUMN, new, 12”dx8’t, $160. 770-521-5335

ROSWELL Multi family. Crabapple Lake Subdivision; Crabapple and Hembree Roads 30076. Friday 12/11, Saturday 12/12, 8am-2pm.

Christmas items, books, dishes, other miscellaneous

ALPHARETTA

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Furniture, toys, games, baby items, clothing etc

Moving Sale ALPHARETTA 6030 Austin Chase 30004.

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

Horses HORSE AND TACK AUCTION

Saturday December 12th, 4pm at Pony Express Stockyard, 1852 Highway 11 South, Covington GA 30014.

We will have a lbig load of tack; also a load of horses from Tennessee!

For info 704-434-6389 or 704-473-8715. GA. LIC. AUNR002843

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Cemetery ARLINGTON Desirable Calvary Section.

Lake and Crucifix views. Lot 545A, 2 spaces, Retail $13,990. $7900 both.

770-7513643 Roswell-Greenlawn.

Garden of Prayer overlooking lake with fountain.

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Garden of Prayer, 2 lots.

Excellent buy! $2000 each, going rate $6595 each. 706-268-1884 A R L I N G T O N , Garden-C, Lot 61 Sandy Springs. Asking $1800 negotiable.

770-9934065 Greenlawn/Roswell 4 lots, Garden Of The Fountain. $2700 each/ obo, includes upkeep and maintenance. 770475-7025

Arlington Memorial Park

Bunk Bed, Buzz Lightyear with slide and matching Desk $488.

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HOVEROUND MPV5, Joystick control, 300 pound capacity, leather seats and cup-holder, used 6 months $1795, 770-569-1103

DESK, Hooker 71.5”Wx82”Hx23”D. Lighted hutch.

Purchased 2001. $500.

678-982-6360 BEDROOM SET: French-style girls 9-piece solid wood bedroom set in soft white with pastel accents. By Stanley. In very good condition. Set includes complete twin bed with box spring; under bed unit with two drawers; 7-drawer chest; 4-drawer desk with chair and two shelf lighted hutch; 3-drawer bachelor chest with twoshelf hutch; nightstand.

Alpharetta pickup. $500.

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COCKTAIL TABLE, beautiful, glass, like new, $300/obo. 770-476-7090 Leather sectional in Rio Chinese Red (103x103”), 6 Extra Firm Cushions, Foam Pillow Tops. Excellent Condition! $995. 678591-0450

Household 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 OverOven MW- SS, $50. 678-456-3738

Custom Laminate Shelves with 3 drawers (beige). 14’Lx8’Wx16”D. $500. 770-633-0107 DINING TABLE: Round Ralph Lauren 60”d cherry $200. 770-7810961 BABY BED; Collapses, foldable. Carrying bag. $40, 770-993-0835

Handicap Commode: Fits over toilet. $20.

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GAME TABLE, octagonal, flip-over top $499, 770-663-0185

Collectibles

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Shower Stool for inside shower, for handicapped, $75. 678297-7629

FREEZER: Upright Westinghouse $50. 678333-4159.

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

WALKER, new 678-297-7629

CHAIRS, 4 tubular brass, cane seats and back. $399/all.

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Atlanta Section E, Lot 71A, spaces 1, 2, 3, 4. $3800/each.

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

Medical Equipment

GAS GRILL, hardly used. Good condition! $100. 770-476-7090 Amana Dishwasher, black. $50.

678-456-3738 REFRIGERATOR: Fullsize, top freezer. Extra fridge for garage! $50.

678-333-4159.

GE Fridge, Black 25.5 cubic foot, $50 (no ice) 678-456-3738

GE Gas Range, Black, $50 678-456-3738 Moving Sale, everything must go! Selling all contents of townhouse.

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C O M P A C T WHEELCHAIR: Like brand new. $200. 678297-7629 CHAIR LIFT for vehicle, Bruno Curbsider, for motorized chair, remote control, 400-lb. capacity $1500. 404-345-2372 TH-36 PSORIASIS PHOTOTHERAPY LAMP $100. 404-3452372 Power recliner lift chair $100. 770-569-1103 Electric Hospital Bed and special extra long mattress. Paid $500. $200 for both. 770-5691103

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Pool Table, 8’. Balls, racks, cue stand, sticks. Slate base, Dark cherry, leather ball pockets. $850.

770-617-5943

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BIKE: 12 speed Mt Fury Roadmaster, hardly used. $50.

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GOLF CART: Club Car. Trojan batteries with charger. Lights, horn.

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

Outdoor basketball backboard, Dig it up! $10/negotiable.

770-993-1732 Air Hockey Table, 7’, like new, $400, 678-2328305 Nordic Track Walk Fit 5000: Non-electric, no batteries. $100.

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Wheelchair, lightweight, for travel, $50. 770-5691103

Vintage Barbie, Midge, Francie, Skipper dolls, clothing and accessories. (Local).

Cell 214-883-8215 VINYL RECORDS, used. Mostly classic rock. Call Karen 770-841-2414

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Commercial Space for Lease

537 Lake Center Parkway for lease 12003600 SF space available in beautiful brick building. Easy access to Highway 9 and Market Center Blvd in Cumming.

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PIANO, Baby Grand: Elegant case, matching bench; warm, rich tone.

Sacrifice $1650 obo.

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

404-583-2078 POOL TABLE, 4x8, 4 chairs, cues, rack, 2 more tables. $2300.

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Home for Sale

1.98 acre Residential Lot off of E. Cherokee Dr./ Murphy Dr. (secluded drive) in Cherokee County. Wooded with mature hardwoods, sloped lot. All utilities at road. $50,000 Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally. com

65 Rainey Drive, Dawsonville 3BR/2BA Ranch with front and back porch. Fenced in yard, extra storage in exterior entrance crawlspace.

Freshly painted. $155,000. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally. com

Commercial Space for Sale

2376 Bethelview Road, 1.07 acre commercial in CBD zoning across from Kroger at Bethelview Rd & GA Hwy 20 intersection.

Owner Agent, asking $499,000.

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5000 Sugar Creek Drive, Sugar Hill 3BR/2.5BA This property currently has a tenant, which may stay/go, No HOA. Close to P’tree Ind Blvd. and Hwy. 20, minutes from Lake Lanier. “As Is” $148,000. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.

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Musical Instruments CELLO, 7/8 Doetsch, Pernambuco bow, Hiscox hard sided case $2400. 770-753-0787

Business Opportunity LIFE COACHES: Join our team/earn to $60$90. P/T, F/T. Training and support. This year’s goal: 10,000 clients.

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

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

Riding Pedal Tractor, childrens’ John Deere, green and yellow, with trailer. All metal, dealer sold new. Kept indoors, excellent condition! $185. 470-395-6526, 205-394-4658

Country Ranch

TREADMILL: Trimline heavy duty $100.

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Rechargeable Mobile Chair by Invacare: Joystick hand operated.

Adjustable up and down seat and back.

Gel cushion seat for pressure.

Used 4 months. $6000. 404345-2372

Miscellaneous

Waterfront Cottages, Gated – Prices from $140’s to $395,000 This showcase model now available fully furnished for $395,000 Lodge, fitness center, pool, beach, boardwalk, boat slips and more.

888-663-1133 www.backwaterlanding.com Office Hours: Mon-Fri 1-5, Sat & Sun 11-5 and always available by appointment

Business Services

175 River Oak Dr. Dawsonville, Ga 30534.

3/2 charming ranch home situated on a large lot. Beautiful back yard with blueberry bushes, apple trees and an herb garden. Well maintained.

Move in ready. $154,900 Kelly Gillian KWCP 678341-7400 office, 770654-0447 cell Kgillian@ tds.net

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Extra storage building, oversized garage.

Excellent schools.

Walk to Newtown Pk. $320,000 Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally. com

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NOTICE OF P R O P O S E D MERGER

Notice is hereby given that Renasant Bank located in Tupelo, Mississippi, has made application with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Washington, D.C. 20429, for its written consent to acquire by merger KeyWorth Bank, Johns Creek, Georgia.

It is contemplated that all the offices of the above-named banks will continue to be operated.

This notice is published pursuant to Section 18(c) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. Any person wishing to comment on this application may file his/her comments in writing with the Regional Director of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation at its Regional Office at 6060 Primacy Parkway, Suite 300, Memphis, Tennessee 38119 no later than January 11, 2016, the 32nd day following December 10, 2015.

The nonconfidential portion of the application file is on file in the regional office and is available for public inspection during regular business hours.

Photocopies of information in the nonconfidential portion of the application file will be made available upon request. December 10, 2015. December 24, 2015. January 7, 2016. Renasant Bank, Tupelo, Mississippi.

KeyWorth Bank, Johns Creek, Georgia

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