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Traffic woes plague county’s rapid growth Groups call for slowed, planned development growth By ALDO NAHED aldo@forsythherald.com

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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The growth in southwest Forsyth County has caught many by surprise, but others have seen it creep and say it has to be reduced. While development was predicted to take 10 years to catch up to the slowdown in the economy, growth has happened much quicker for this portion of the county. A number of citizenled groups have sprung up around Forsyth County uniting around the effort to stop high density development and traffic. One of the groups, Forsyth HOAs and Homeowners, has collected some 5,000 signatures for a petition, while another, Fix Forsyth Traffic, generated 300 personalized emails and letters to the county in five days. Other groups that have

been in place for some time have joined forces in the call for slowed development, including the Forsyth Citizens for Responsible Growth and Smart Growth Forsyth County. Forsyth County Commissioner Todd Levent, who is the representative for most of the southwest portion of the county, said he’s working to solve these residents’ concerns. Levent also places much of the responsibility with the state. “There are no homes that have been built that have created new cars from anything I zoned,” Levent said. “They were created two years before I was in office. The day I got in office, I realized we were getting on this path.” Being on the Department of Transportation Committee, Levent said he has held

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Middle school student swims for former schoolmate By CAITLYN WALTERS walters@northfulton.com CUMMING, Ga. — Griffin Egolf, 10, participated in a swim fundraiser to honor his 11-year-old schoolmate who passed away from a rare form of cancer. On Sept. 21, Egolf swam 500 meters in the open waters

at Lake Lanier Islands Beach and Water Park, 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway, alongside hundreds of other swimmers, young and old, for the fourth annual SwimForYourLife challenge. Numerous Olympians swam with and cheered on the fundraisers, who all together raised $39,557.

The fundraiser, started by Olympic swimmer Eric Shanteau, brings cancer awareness into the swimming community. Egolf jumped at the opportunity to join when he saw the flyer at the Cumming Aquatic Center, where he regularly swims.

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Neighbor catches men stealing from car CUMMING, Ga. — A neighbor saw four suspicious men around her cul-de-sac and called 911 while they entered a car and stole items, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. At about 3:30 a.m. Sept. 20, a woman in the 5000 block of Devonshire Way told deputies she saw four men steal items out of her neighbor’s 2001 Yukon. She said she recognized one of the men, because he lived in the neighborhood. When deputies arrived at the victim’s address, she told deputies she could tell someone had gone through her car. A purse and a Garmin GPS were missing. While the victim and deputies searched the Yukon, deputies located the four suspects off Devonshire Way and found a purse with the victim’s ID inside. The victim said her wallet, cash and credit cards were inside the purse, but she was still missing one credit card and her GPS. Deputies obtained warrants

ing sound coming from inside a backpack. The complainant said he took the bag and ran into the gym bathroom. When deputies arrived and checked the gym, deputies said no one was inside the bathrooms. With the help of the gym manager, deputies evacuated the gym and conducted a full

sweep. Deputies found a black and white backpack on a couch in the boy’s locker room and a pink bag outside the girl’s locker room. Deputies said neither bags appeared out of proportion or had any sounds coming from inside. The gym manager said the school was hosting a basket-

ball tournament at the time of the call. Northview High School and Sequoyah HS were playing each other. He said he had not heard of any issues from players or observers all day. Deputies called the complainant’s number, but it did not accept incoming calls. Deputies traced the number to an address in Atlanta.

for theft by entering autos, a felony, and were later informed the suspects were intoxicated and under the age of 21.

ran the Greenway, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. At about 10:30 a.m. Sept. 17, deputies were dispatched to the Greenway, 1622 McFarland Parkway, after a man called and said his car was broken into. When deputies arrived, the owner of a blue Honda Accord said he went for a 45-minute run. When he returned, he saw his passenger window smashed out and his backpack that contained his jewelry, wallet and iPhone 4 were missing. While deputies were talking to this victim, they saw that the blue Jeep Grand Cherokee parked beside it had its passenger window smashed out. The owner of the Jeep told deputies no items were taken.

taxes totaling $2,850. The caller said he needed to pay over the phone or he would be summoned to court. When the man called back, an “Officer Gray” answered the phone and asked the man to make a payment or he would have to “face the judge.” The man asked “Gray” to send a letter explaining the matter and “Gray” said the IRS had already sent several letters to which there was no response. “Gray” said the letters were sent to the man’s address in Gainesville, but the man lived in Suwanee. “Gray” said he would call back after further investigation and hung up the phone.

Machine purchased, never delivered CUMMING, Ga. — A woman paid about $8,400 for an embroidery machine, but the company never delivered it to her, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. On Sept. 16, a woman told deputies that in May she looked to buy an embroidery machine from a company located in Oregon. In June, she bought the machine using a Bank of America cashier’s check. A few days later, documents prove the machine was negotiated through Selco Community Credit Union. To this date, she had not received the machine and the company has emailed her several excuses as to why it has not delivered it. The victim said on Sept. 5, the company’s website was taken down and she called Bend Oregon Police Department.

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Cabin Creek Court, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 12 on Ga. 400 in Cumming for DUI. ►► Jay Charles Rappaport, 45, of Chamblee was arrested Sept. 8 on Matt Highway in Cumming for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Jacqueline Anne Klein, 22, of Rosewood Lake Drive, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 10 on Bethelview Road in Cumming for DUI. ►► Zachary Dean Coffman, 23, of Birmingham Road, Alpharetta, was arrested Sept. 8 on Ga. 400 in Cumming for DUI and speeding. ►► Ryan Francis Moran, 30, of Ball Ground was arrested Sept. 2 on Highway 369 in Ball Ground for DUI, speeding and open container. ►► Debbie Michelle Rhoden, 38, of Yellow Creek Trail, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 15 on State Barn Road in Cumming for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Dustin Stockton, 24, of Dawsonville was arrested Sept. 8 on Bannister Road in Cumming for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Danna Leslie Hardesty, 57, of Dawsonville was arrested Sept. 8 on Hampton Park Drive in Cumming for DUI and

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23, of Old Roswell Road, Alpharetta, was arrested Sept. 14 on Old Roswell Road in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana. ►► Stevie Lynn Whisnant, 21, of Winder was arrested Sept. 14 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for possession of a schedule II controlled substance and possession of drugrelated items. ►► Walter Paul Linn, 37, of Winder was arrested Sept. 14 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for possession of a schedule II controlled substance, possession of drug-related items, financial transaction card fraud, theft

by receiving motor vehicle and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. ►► Tyler Ross Peacock, 21, of Marietta was arrested Sept. 11 on Haynes Bridge Road in Johns Creek for possession of marijuana and disorderly conduct. ►► Jamyron Jones, 18, of Vine City was arrested Sept. 9 on Old Dogwood Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana and possession of a schedule I and II controlled substance. ►► Alysa Patrice Kerr, 23, of Sandy Springs was arrested Sept. 9 on Morris Road in Milton for possession of marijuana, possession of drugrelated items and expired tag.

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Duluth was arrested Sept. 14 on McGinnis Ferry Road in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana and failure to maintain lane. ►► Stephanie Ann London, 26, of Settingdown Road, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 11 on Settingdown Road in Cumming for possession of methamphetamines and possession of drug-related items. ►► Michael Shane Stamey, 43, of John Burruss Road, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 11 on Settingdown Road in

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Cumming for possession of methamphetamines, possession of drug-related items, tampering with evidence and wanted person. ►► Zachary Charles Morris, 19, of Groomsbridge Road, Alpharetta, was arrested Sept. 11 on Laurel Springs Parkway in Suwanee for possession of marijuana and tag light required. ►► Josi Lynn Wigley, 31, of Akins Way, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 7 on Bald Ridge Marina Road in Cumming for possession of marijuana and following too closely. ►► David Earl Henry, 45, of Bannister Road, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 10 on Parks Road in Cumming for posses-

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empty caught everybody by surprise.” Amos insists the county is not seeking high density developments. Most of the lots in the county are below 2.5 units per acre, he said. “We are trying to keep everything with a normal rate of speed with medium density,” Amos said. But bloggers and community grassroots groups say the county needs a better plan. Smart Growth Forsyth County, which has been working toward balanced development for about 10 years, said they have a solution to the recent emergence of high density rezoning applications that includes changing the formula for buildable acres

by decreasing the number of homes allowed by increasing open spaces. Smart Growth has had pushback from landowners with large undeveloped lots of land, who want to develop their land to its fullest. “The county doesn’t understand the position of strength they have — a great school district, great place to be, green space, great access into Atlanta and the airport,” said Claudia Castro, managing director for SGFC. “Yet, they want to give away the farm. We need to say, ‘here are the rules, if you want to play, these are the rules and if you don’t want to play by the rules, another county will welcome you.’” To read SMGC’s plan, visit www.bit.ly/16MCsQ1.

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numerous meetings with state representatives asking for Ga. Highway 9 to be widened. “If they would fulfill the state road obligations, we wouldn’t have to put so much traffic on our county and roads such as Mullinax Road,” Levent said. Mullinax Road has been the outcry for many motorists behind the Fix Forsyth Traffic website. But Post Road and the Fowler region are close behind in their calls for a solution. County leaders say traffic relief is coming with commissioners asking the engineering department to put a priority on these intersection improvements, which were approved in the latest round of SPLOST VII. Improvements to Union Hill and Mullinax roads are planned as soon as right-ofway can be purchased. “When you look at Post Road, there are a number of improvements there. They were done by the county,” Levent said. Levent said that when the state approved a sidewalk at Vickery Creek Middle School, he worked to increase the culvert pipe. This will create a 900-foot stacking lane to let parents with their children get off Post Road while they wait to get into Vickery Creek Middle School, thus allowing traffic to flow. Forsyth County Chairman Pete Amos said money sometimes holds up road projects, but another state and county road improvement is underway at Ga. Highway 9 and Bethelview Road. “When the state says do it, we do it,” Amos said. He touted finishing Bethelview from Castleberry Road to Ga. Highway 20 and turning that into a four-lane road. In addition, work to make the area from the Chattahoochee River east to Samples Road on Ga. 20 into a four-lane road is next. “We have to do it,” Amos said. One thing that has held back road work includes being nearly $60 million short on SPLOST VI, the 1 percent sales tax added to goods that are bought in the county. “We are trying to get projects done through SPLOST so that property taxes can remain low,” Amos said. As far as high density development, Amos said all of these lots built in now were approved in 2005-06. “They said it would take us 10 years to get rid of our empty lots, and in the southside we got rid of every empty lot in three years,” Amos said. “All those lots that were sitting

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Under Construction Now • Ga. 141 at Ga.9 and Bethelview Road widening and realignment project. Now it is one lane on all four legs of the intersection. This project adds one more lane in each direction and turn lanes with sidewalks. • The project widens Bethelview Road to two through lanes with turn lanes at each intersection and sidewalks.The project improves intersection, moving more vehicles through in the same amount of time. New dual left turn lanes and a new right turn lane are being added to get motorists turning out of the through lane so through traffic can continue straight. Source: Georgia Department of Transportation

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American Red Cross needs Forsyth County volunteers FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Northeast Georgia chapter of the American Red Cross is seeking residents to become trained disaster volunteers. “By volunteering with the local Red Cross, individuals have a wonderful opportunity to help their neighbors in times of need,” said Sarah Egan, emergency services program manager of the chapter. “The local disaster

volunteers are the foundation of the American Red Cross. They create community partnerships that assist those experiencing disaster.” Volunteers are needed to respond to local situations, primarily fires, within Forsyth County. The Red Cross trains volunteers to work with residents on an individual basis

to assess their disaster-related needs, to open and run shelters and assess and map areas of damage. Those interested in learning more can attend an informational meeting at 11 a.m. Oct. 1 at the Forsyth County Red Cross office, 133 Samaritan Drive in Cumming. Call 678-947-9900 for more information. —McKenzie Cunningham

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Cheerleaders carried buckets with the faces and stories of local children affected by cancer.

Players, community honor children battling cancer each passed away because of cancer. Parks wore No. 9 at South and Currie wore No. 45. Their families were invited on the field for a special presentation. Each of their mothers was presented a memory box with a child holding a gold heart representing childhood cancer, as well as a bouquet of flowers adorned with ribbons that had their sons’ football numbers on them. Chris Dimino, a professional

CUMMING, Ga. — On Sept. 20, South Forsyth High School held their Black Out Childhood Cancer event at a football game against Lambert HS. The South cheerleaders wore gold ribbons in their hair to honor children battling cancer. Students and community members wore specially designed T-shirts to raise money for childhood cancer research. The shirts recognized two former South Forsyth football players, Brian “Superman” Parks and Devon Currie, who

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County to hold several public hearings Oct. 3 By ALDO NAHED aldo@forsythherald.com

James Payne, holding plaque, is joined by family members as he is congratulated by the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners Sept. 19.

Forsyth County recognizes retiring employee FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — At their Sept. 19 meeting, the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners recognized a retiring employee for his many years of service with Forsyth County government. James Payne was recognized by the board and

presented with a plaque. Payne retired from his position as deputy chief appraiser, following 34 years of dedicated service in the Forsyth County Tax Assessor’s Office. “On behalf of the Board of

Commissioners, I want to say thank you for the excellent service you have provided to Forsyth County government over the years,” Commission Chairman Pete Amos said. “We wish you the best in your retirement.”

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — County Commissioners will hold public hearings to discuss the county’s budget, allowing alcohol distilleries, setting an animal control ordinance and the fire safety ordinance at their regular meeting Thursday, Oct. 3. The commissioners will also consider imposing membership fees at the county’s recreation centers. The proposed resident fees are: $10 annual fee, $5 returning second year; free for residents ages 55 and older. A $120 non-Forsyth County resident annual fee is proposed along with a $5 for visitors attending with a member. The county will hold a presentation on their $96 million 2014 budget. The final public hearing and adoption of the budget takes place Oct. 17. The county is also proposing to change its alcohol law to allow for distilleries. If approved, any distiller licensed by the state or the agent of such distiller will be granted a license to manufacture distilled spirits in the

county for sale to wholesalers. Commission Chairman Pete Amos said the law is not changing for any particular distillery, but to all distilleries who want to set up operations out of Forsyth County. Amos said this could create lots of jobs and new tax revenue for the county. A modification to how board members are selected for the animal control board strikes some language and clarifies how appointments are made. The county hopes to complete a 13,700-square-foot facility in north Forsyth County by early 2014. A public hearing on the county’s fire safety and prevention law seeks to add new state-imposed permit fees and permit approval process including for paint booths ($50); storage tanks under 600 gallons of gasoline and other hazardous material ($50) and temporary tents and canopies ($100). Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will hold all of these public hearings beginning at 5 p.m. at 110 East Main Street in Cumming, Suite 220.

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Senior Services offers planning workshops Sessions take place Oct. 1, Oct. 8 By McKENZIE CUNNINGHAM news@northfulton.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Sometimes, people are caught off guard by life’s unexpected turns and a lack of planning. Forsyth County Senior Services is offering several workshops focused on informing people on how they can develop better plans for the future.

The free sessions take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 1 and Tuesday, Oct. 8 at the Sexton Hall Enrichment Center, 2115 Chloe Road. The discussions will be on legal concerns, final life arrangements, hospice care and estate recovery. Brian Blasick, wellness senior specialist at Sexton Hall, said it’s important to make sure nothing catches you off guard and to understand about your long-term care planning.

It’s important to think of themselves so that they are prepared as they get older and have the security of some of these things, events and plans in place.” Brian Blasick Wellness Senior Specialist at Sexton Hall

“There are a good number of seniors who are in their 50s and 60s, but they might

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The Malvi, a marshmallow infused with flavors sandwiched between cookies, was chosen by Credo Financial as the product they would like to help develop.

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The Credo Financial Services Team. Bridgeway will receive pro bono donations and chief financial officer services for a one-year period. Malvi is the creation of local chef Laura Curtis, who aims to redefine the marshmallow sandwich and give a new take on the s’more. Curtis said she hopes to open her own bakery soon. “We’re just having fun,” said Lucas, of Johns Creek. In December, all the contest finalists will get to pitch their services to investors, Lucas said. Credo was started in 2004 as a part-time certified financial officer company. In 2008, things began to really take off, Lucas said.

The company has branched out to offer taxation services, accounting CFO, along with valuation services. “We’ve added over 10 employees and quadrupled revenues,” Lucas said. Lucas, a member of C-12, a group of Christian CEOs and owners, also operates his company under “Biblical principles.” “My faith is really important to me and I just wanted to have a faith-based company,” Lucas said. “It’s really hard to do unless you start your own thing, so it made sense to do this on my own.” For more, visit www.credofinance.com or call 678242-5230.

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Plenty of fun in Alpharetta this Saturday OK, I’m not writing about real estate, but the local community and all it offers has a lot to do with why people love where they live. And this weekend, there is a lot of opportunity to take in what Alpharetta has to offer. You can start Saturday morning with the Downtown Alpharetta Farmers Market. There is plenty of fresh, locally grown produce and artisan products offered, but don’t miss some of the more unique and delicious offerings from the vendors. Some of my favorites are made-to-order falafel sandwiches, fresh-baked jalapeno cheese rolls and made-to-order crepes. I find something different every time I visit. The market is held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday. While you’re downtown, check out all the scarecrows made by the local school kids for the Scarecrow Harvest. There will be games, music and hayrides between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. If you’re a “picker” or fan of antiques, then you’ll want to head over to Crabapple for the Crossroads at Crabapple Antique and Arts Festival from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. A tradition since 1969, it gets bigger and better every year. In case you don’t get enough to eat at the farmers market, there will be

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food trucks offering some great food. Finally, you can end the evening back in downtown Alpharetta for the Brew Moon Fest where they will have a Jimmy Buffett tribute band and, of course, some great beer to choose from between 6:30 p.m. and 11 p.m. But wait, that’s not all. Hop Alley, one of Alpharetta’s newest brew pubs, is having their first annual Oktoberfest. The parking lot in back will be turned into a beer garden where you can play some German games and drink great beer, so don’t leave your lederhosen at home. Bob Strader is a local realtor with the NORTH Group of Keller Williams Realty. Visit his blogs liveincumming.com

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Starting early to plan for next year As we move into the fourth quarter of 2013, have you started planning for next year? What have you learned during the past nine months that can help you improve your performance in 2014? If you need to hire new employees, have you started that process yet? Have you contacted your bank if you’re going to need additional capital? Starting early to plan for next year will provide you the means to create a much more comprehensive and effective business plan. With a long to-do list each day, most small business owners do not carve out the time to do advance planning. As such, they miss out on the opportunity to allocate the appropriate time to plan for next year. Before they know it, the new year is here and they don’t have a plan. This is an avoidable situation if you can just allocate a few hours per week to do some planning. A business plan that is done in advance provides small business owners with some great information, and gives them time to react to changes before the year ends. Documenting what your business goals are for next

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year and how you are going to achieve them takes time. Determining financial objectives, human resource requirements, marketing and sales strategies and operational capabilities in advance will provide you with insight you otherwise would not have. Don’t wait for the ball to drop in Times Square before you begin planning for next year. Start now and you’ll be surprised how much more effective your plan will be! Dick Jones is the Founder and President of Jones Simply Sales in Alpharetta, Ga. As a fourth generation sales professional, he has over 30 years of experience advising, coaching, consulting and working with small business owners.

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Mark Wyssbrod gets GNFCC top award Honored for sustained growth, community involvement ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Brandon Beach, president and chief executive officer of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, announced that Mark Wyssbrod of Pro@ctive CPA has been named the 2013 Small Business Person of the Year. As a managing member of Pro@ctive CPA, a knowledgeintegration company formed in 2005, Wyssbrod was presented the award during a ceremony at the Atlanta Athletic Club. Each year, the chamber selects a person who bears principal responsibility for operating a business defined as “small” under the applicable Small Business Association (SBA) size standards. Small business finalists were selected from the chamber’s membership of more than 1,600 businesses. As part of the selection

process, the company must exhibit sustained business growth, chamber participation and community involvement. “I could not have reached this level of achievement without a supporting and loving family, fantastic team members, great business partners and amazing clients. Thank you for your confidence and support,” said Wyssbrod in accepting his award. “I am still in awe and wonder from this morning’s event – humbled, determined to continue to make a difference and grateful,” he said. Wyssbrod said that small businesses do not need traditional CPA firms which are “historians.” Instead, they need “integrators.” Pro@ctive aims to offer small businesses creative solutions to their challenges. They also offer a one-of-a-kind

newsletter to customers that provides economic updates and action steps to help them succeed. Wyssbrod has volunteered his services and talents on projects throughout Atlanta and North Fulton. He has created a balanced life spurred by his desire to make a difference with his clients, employees and the community. Pro@ctive is a unique company led by a diligent professional who works hard to help his clients succeed, said Beach. “The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce is proud that Pro@ctive CPA has been selected for this award,” said Julie Haley, committee chairwoman of the Small Business Person of the Year Committee. “Our mission at the GNFCC is to support the growth of our members, and recognize the entrepreneurial spirit and achievements of small businesses, which make up a large portion of our mem-

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400 more high-paying jobs come to Roswell ROSWELL, Ga. — ColibriumDirect LLC, health plan sales and business process outsourcing provider, is expanding into the city of Roswell and bringing with it 400 full-time jobs and a $3 million investment. The company will hire senior managers, licensed insurance agents, information technology administrators, software developers, database engineers, call-center representatives and licensed health insurance agents. The company, which expects $25 million in revenue next year, has leased a 35,000-square-foot building in Roswell. “I am very proud of ColibriumDirect’s achievements to date and the opportunities that we are bringing to Roswell and the metro Atlanta area,” said Mark Poling, co-founder and chief executive officer at ColibriumDirect. “We are excited to be a part of the growing Roswell business community and to provide careers that will have a positive impact on the future of healthcare.” ColibriumDirect’s services helps carriers, such as Centene Corp. and BlueCross BlueShield of Georgia, market plans to the millions of Americans soon to be eligible for health insurance under the Affordable Healthcare Act. “ColibriumDirect is a perfect example of the quality jobs we are attracting to Roswell,” said Director Steve Stroud, a Roswell Business Alliance executive. “The workforce these jobs create is a key component to the city’s strategic economic development plan (SEDP) that is currently being implemented by Roswell Business Alliance, through a public private partnership.”

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Marco's Pizzeria opens in Roswell on Etris Road ROSWELL, Ga. — Marco’s Pizza, which serves “Ah!thentic Italian Pizza” has opened at the Sweet Apple Village, 12030 Etris Road, Suite C-100 in Roswell. The operation is run by Harshank Amin and family, offering catering and delivery services from 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. seven days a week. Call 678502-7525 or email hmpizza13@gmail.com.

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Alpharetta executive joins American Heart Assoc. Board ALPHARETTA, Ga. — An Alpharetta resident will help to lead American Heart Association’s Greater Southeast affiliate. Pegui Mariduena, president of StarMar Consulting, will serve on the American Heart Association’s board of directors for the 201314 fiscal year. She also serves on the American Heart Association’s Mariduena national board of directors as the Greater Southeast affiliate board liaison, a member of the communications coordinating committee and a member of the corporate relations review committee. “I am honored to continue to serve as a GSA board member, using my experience and expertise in multicultural marketing to help the American Heart Association continue to broaden its reach into diverse communities,” said Mariduena. Mariduena lives in Alpharetta with her family and leverages her talents to actively support Latino community initiatives. Visit heart.org for more information.

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BANKING »

Trial attorneys opening firm in Alpharetta

Hugo’s brings Southern coastal to Roswell Charlie Curry, president and CEO of First State Bank of Randolph County in Cuthbert and 20132014 chairman of the Community Bankers Association, with Dan Oliver, president and CEO of Vinings Bank in Smyrna, the 2012-2013 CBA chairman.

Community Bankers Association 2013-2014 installs directors DESTIN, Fla. – Community Bankers Association of Georgia has elected its 2013-2014 board of directors. Charlie Curry, president and chief executive officer of First State Bank of Randolph County in Cuthbert, was installed as the 2013-2014 chairman of the Community Bankers Association of Georgia (CBA) during the 45th annual CBA Meeting and Trade Show, held Sept. 11 through Sept. 15 at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. For about 40 years, CBA, a nonprofit organization, has been dedicated to serving community banks throughout Georgia. The CBA was formed to protect the political interests of locally owned community banks and today

ROSWELL, Ga. – Hugo’s Oyster Bar, which opened in historic Roswell in June, has been captivating eaters with its coastal balance of otherworldly and familiar. The area’s newest Southern seafood concept, 10360 Alpharetta Highway in Roswell, is co-owned by Rich Clark, general manager, and Jon Schwenk, executive chef. Clark and Schwenk are the creators of Vinings’ upscale C&S Seafood and Oyster Bar. “As much as C&S is an expression of what we like, Hugo’s is a much bigger risk for us,” Clark said. “Hugo’s is who we really are, and it is going to be something truly different for the Atlanta restaurant scene.” The menu at Hugo’s features seafood only native to the waters from the Outer Banks to the Mississippi Delta (with exception of oysters from the Northeast). The menu will remain seasonal and ever-changing, a formula that has kept things exciting and served Clark and Schwenk well. “We love the water, we love the South, we love our culture and not just the culture of the little corner of the South I come from, but the whole big long stretch of the coast and all of the places we have fished, eaten, partied and loved,” Clark said.

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Salata and Reese, trial attorneys, have opened their offices at 2500 Northwinds Parkway, Suite 330 in Alpharetta. The office is run by J. Thomas Salata and Lindsay Reese. Their office hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, visit www.salatareese.com, email tsalata@salatareese.com or call 770-408-7004.

Rare coins, firearms business opening on N. Main Street ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A business that buys rare coins and carries a wide variety of firearms held a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Alpharetta. Martins Coins and Firearms, 800 North Main Street, Suite 200, is open from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Call 678-292-6006 or email martinscoinsandfirearms@gmail.com for more information.

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Gwinnett County Public Library and Fall Into the Arts present critically acclaimed singer and songwriter Marshall Chapman performing in concert. Chapman will also sign her book "Goodbye, Little Rock and Roller" following the concert. 1 p.m. Oct. 5. Red Clay Theatre, 3116 Main St., Duluth. Please call 770-978-5154 or visit fallintothearts.org

AMERICA’S GOT TALENT LIVE

The Fox Theatre will host the America’s Got Talent Live tour in Atlanta. Headlining the tour will be Season 8 winner, Kenichi Ebina, who mesmerized America with his unique dance performances that combine illusions, mime, special effects, sound, light and video. 7:30 p.m. Oct. 8. 660 Peachtree St. Northeast, Atlanta. Please call 404-881-2100 or visit foxtheatre.org.

THEATer » “SNOW WHITE” BALLET

The beloved fairy tale comes to life with original choreography by Lori Zamzow-Wire. Join Sugarloaf Ballet for an enchanting encounter with your favorite characters including Snow White, the Evil Queen, Dwarfs and Forest Animals and many more. 2 p.m and 7 p.m. on Oct. 12. 2 p.m. on Oct. 13. Gwinnett Performing Arts Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth. Please call 770-476-0025.

HOWLPHARETTA GHOST TOUR

A ghost tour in historic downtown Alpharetta including stories of historical events combined with recent actual spooky encounters. Stop by many of your favorite local spots downtown to find out the real scoop. 8-9:30 p.m. every Friday and Saturday through December. Milton Avenue, Alpharetta. Please call 800-979-3370 or visit alpharettatours.com.

STONE MOUNTAIN PUMPKIN FESTIVAL

Enjoy fun-filled games and family shows such as "Pumpkinpalooza," scavenger hunts and the Pumpkin Mash at the Mayor's Rockin Costume Party. Open weekends until Oct. 27. Fridays and Sundays 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Stone Mountain Park, Highway 78 East, Stone Mountain. Please call 770-498-5690 or visit stonemountain park.com.

through Thursday, 4 p.m. to midnight Friday, 10 a.m. to midnight Saturday, 12:30 – 9 p.m. Sunday. Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Road, Cumming. Please call 770-781-3491 or visit cummingfair.net.

SCARECROW HARVEST

More than 100 scarecrows stand tall and proud along the streets of downtown Alpharetta, inspiring fall spirit. A family street party that continues into the night and offers a farmer’s market, groovy music, free hayrides, quirky face painting, artsy activities and delicious food. 10 a.m. Oct. 5. 35 Milton Ave., Alpharetta. Please call 678-297-6078 or visit awesomealpharetta.com. ALPHARETTA

NATIVE AMERICANS IN NORTH GEORGIA PRESENTATION

The Roswell Historical Society will present Wanda Patterson, Trail of Tears Association Representative, who will present a program on Native Americans in North Georgia at the Historic Gardens of Great Oaks. 7 p.m. Oct. 3. 786 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell. Please visit roswellhistoricalsociety.org.

Come out and enjoy yourself and celebrate Oktoberfest with Hop Alley. The restaurant will be serving traditional Bavarian dishes along with their own house Oktoberfest beer, and beers from Ayinger and Sam Adams! The festivities will also include music, games and prizes. 3 – 7 p.m. Oct. 5. 25 Main St., Alpharetta. Please call 770-696-2097 or visit hopalleybrew.com.

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BREW MOON FALL FEST

This year's Fall Brew Moon Fest comes with live music, great food and a nice selection of wine and beer on tap. Old School Band opens for headliner A1A, the original tribute band for Jimmy Buffett. 6:30-11 p.m. Oct. 5. Milton Avenue, Alpharetta. Please visit alpharettabusiness association.com The 43rd Atlanta Pride Festival is the largest Pride event in the Southeast and the largest event in the country to coincide with National Coming Out Day. There will be a multitude of activities throughout the weekend, including marches and a kick-off event at the Georgia Aquarium. Oct. 12 – 13 throughout Atlanta. Please call 404-382-7588 or visit atlantapride.org

CUMMING COUNTRY FAIR AND FESTIVAL

Come and enjoy the rides, live music, a parade, bull riding, and even a chainsaw carving performance. Oct. 3 – 13. 4 – 10 p.m. Monday

stand-up comics by her peers and ranks among Entertainment Weekly's 25 Funniest People in America. Sykes has been seen on numerous television shows and in 2010 starred on her own late-night talk show, “The Wanda Sykes Show.” Her performance at the Cobb Energy Centre promises to leave you laughing. 8 p.m. Oct. 12. 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. Please call 770-916-2800.

FIFTH ANNUAL CHATTAPOOCHEE PETFEST

Join us for the fifth anniversary of the Chattapoochee PetFest. Featuring pet vendors, pet adoptions, a pet costume parade and the announcement of the new mayor of Chattapoochee Dog Park. Proceeds raise awareness for pet rescues and benefit the preservation of the Historic Strickland House of Duluth. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 6. Chattapoochee Dog Park, 4291 Rogers Bridge Road, Duluth. Please call 770-232-7584 or visit duluthhistorical.org.

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FUN. CONCERT

Best known for their hit singles “We Are Young,” “Some Nights” and “Carry On,” indie pop rock band Fun. is one show you won't want to miss. 8 p.m. Oct. 8. Verizon Wirless Amphitheatre, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta. Please call 404-733-5010 or visit vzwamp.com.

ANNUAL ROSWELL MASONIC BBQ The 63rd annual Masonic Lodge BBQ benefits charities and the community. Old-fashioned smoked hams are cooked all the previous night and are ready to serve in the morning. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Oct. 12. 1054 Alpharetta St., Roswell. Please call 678-205-4207.

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20TH ANNUAL HABITAT ROAD RACE

Featuring a 5K, a 1-mile fun run and a team relay, the 20th annual Habitat Road Race benefits Mt. Bethel's 33rd Habitat home. 8 a.m. Oct. 5. Mt. Bethel UMC, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. Please visit habitatroadrace.com.

THIRD ANNUAL Y GOLF OPEN

Atlanta’s largest charitable golf event will be held by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta. The Ed Isakson/Alpharetta YMCA in Alpharetta is hosting a tournament at the Windermere Course in Cumming. The event is open to golfers of all skill levels. 11 a.m. Oct. 7. 5000 Davis Love Drive, Cumming. Please call 404-245-9368 or visit ygolfopen.com to register.

crabapple fest

This outdoor festival features antique dealers and local artists. Rounding out the show are roaming musicians, food trucks, and children's activities. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Oct. 5. Historic Community of Crabapple, 790 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta. Please visit crabapplecommunityassociation.org.

TASTE OF JOHNS CREEK

The Taste of Johns Creek combines great food, live entertainment and visual arts for a wonderful community celebration at Chattahoochee High School. 4 p.m. Oct. 6. 5320 Taylor Road, Johns Creek. Please visit tasteofjc.com.

KICK IT FOR THE CURE

The Johns Creek High School Varsity and Junior Varsity Cheerleaders are sponsoring the Kick It for the Cure event at the JCHS Varsity Football Game. The purpose is to raise money for the Northside Hospital Breast Cancer Center. All game attendees wearing pink will receive a Chickfil-A coupon, while supplies last. 7 p.m. Oct. 11. Johns Creek High School, 5575 State Bridge Rd, Johns Creek. Please call 770-6232138.

CUMC FALL FESTIVAL

Christ United Methodist Church is holding its annual Fall Festival, with more than 3,000 pumpkins for sale, pony and train rides, food trucks and a bake sale, bounce house and slide, and children's crafts and games. 10 a.m. Oct. 5. 1340 Woodstock Road, Roswell. Please call 770-993-3945.

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one-year survival of patients transplanted at Northside was 78 percent, among the best of any BMT program in the country and exceeding the survival expected by the NMDP for Northside. Northside is one of only two transplant programs in the country (out of 130) that have performed significantly better than their expected range for the past four consecutive reporting cycles. In 2011, Northside’s BMT Program was asked by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to join the prestigious group of Core Clinical Centers for the Blood and Marrow Transplant Clinical Trials Network. Northside is one of only 20 such BMT programs to be awarded this status. Northside also is the only

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Continued from Page 13 ered by the HOPE grant, because we are trying to remove barriers that keep students from participating in dual enrollment,” Perren said. “We believe strongly in the program.” Nancy Roche, vice chair, and other BOE board members attended including Ann Crow, Tom Cleveland and Kristin Morrissey. Dr. Valery Hall, governance and career development coordinator, was also present at the signing event. Lynn Jackson, member of the Board of Directors of Lanier Techni-

metro Atlanta hospital chosen by NCI to be a Community Cancer Center, which gives patients access to the latest cancer research and treatments. An accomplished group of nationally recognized physicians, along with a team of highly trained professionals, spearhead the amazing work that takes place in Northside’s newly renovated inpatient and outpatient BMT units, laboratory and blood donor center. Together, they provide patients with promising hope for a disease-free existence. For more information about the Blood and Marrow Transplant Program at Northside Hospital, visit http:// www.northside.com and http://www. BMTGA.com. For more information about the National Marrow Donor Program, visit http://www.BeTheMatch. org. -Staff cal College, represented Lanier Tech College at the agreement ceremony, in addition to Dr. Joanne Tolleson, vice president of institutional effectiveness, and Donna Brinson, dean of the Forsyth campus along with Jeff Fitzpatrick, high school coordinator, and Dave Parish, director of marketing and public relations. The move will allow dual enrollment students to study programs including nurse aide, welding and joining technology, design and media production technology, automotive technology services and general studies. Students interested in dual enrollment can see their guidance counselors for more details, or can visit www.laniertech.edu/ dualenroll.

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Daves Creek ES named 2013 National Blue Ribbon School FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County’s Daves Creek Elementary School was recognized along with 286 schools as 2013 National Blue Ribbon Schools. “It is an honor and privilege to be recognized as a National School of Excellence,” said Eric Ashton, principal of Daves Creek Elementary School. “It validates all the hard work and effort that our students, teachers, staff and parents have put in over the years.” The National Blue Ribbon Schools award honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools where students perform at very high levels or where significant improvements are being made in students’ levels of achievement. The Department of Educa-

tion will honor the schools at a ceremony on Nov. 18-19 in Washington, D.C. In its 31year history, the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program has bestowed this coveted award on nearly 7,500 of America’s schools. “Excellence in education matters and we should honor the schools that are leading the way to prepare students for success in college and careers,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan. “National Blue Ribbon Schools represent examples of educational excellence and their work reflects the belief that every child in America deserves a world-class education.” The program recognizes schools in one of two performance categories, as mea-

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sured by state assessments or nationally normed tests. The first category is “exemplary high performing,” in which schools are recognized among their state’s highest performing schools. The second is “exemplary improving,” in which schools

that have at least 40 percent of their students from disadvantaged backgrounds demonstrate the most progress. Daves Creek was recognized as being high performing. Two other Forsyth County schools have also received the

National Blue Ribbon Schools recognition, two-time winner Otwell Middle School and three-time winner Big Creek Elementary School. For a complete list of schools, visit www.ed.gov/nationalblueribbonschools. —McKenzie Cunningham

North Forsyth students receive AP Scholar Awards FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — After taking Advanced Placement exams in the spring of 2013, 108 students at North Forsyth High School earned AP Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievement. The number of awards received is a 29 percent

increase from the 2011-12 school year. The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program (AP) and North Forsyth High School provide students with the opportunity to take rigorous college-level courses, earn college credit, advanced placement or both for the AP

exams. The College Board recognizes several levels of achievement based on students’ performance on AP exams. Of the 108 students at North Forsyth High School, seven qualified for the National AP Scholar Award, the highest level of achievement,

by earning an average score of 4 or higher on a five-point scale on all AP exams taken, and scores of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams. Those students are: Jacob Flynn, Christina Hansen, Dru Horne, Robert Oldham, Benjamin Riseman, Justin Wallace

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14U Central Park Bandits win tourney South Forsyth cheerleaders win Tiger Cheer Classic

CUMMING, Ga. – The 14U Central Park Bandits defeated Windward Baseball Academy 10-2 to win the Ace Challenge baseball tournament at American Legion field Sept. 14. Pictured are coaches Ryan Davis, Troy Hutchinson and Kevin Hensley, with play-

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Do you know who delivers your paper? I recently hired a new delivery person. We rarely have any changes in our delivery staff, and I am really picky about who delivers your paper. The new person – Lynn – was someone who I liked the minute we struck up a conversation. She was middleaged, articulate, dignified and composed. She was a single mom, I believe, and had a fulltime job working in the legal field. She wanted to supplement her income by working very part-time delivering one of our routes. She told me that she would have help with the route from her son, who was in college. I met her son and liked him a lot also – especially when I saw him drive up in his 1985 Mercedes 300 DL – a car for which I have searched for many years. His mom told me that he very much looked after her and they enjoyed spending time together. When I heard that, I knew we had a good match for the paper. Fast forward about a month. My middle-aged, dignified and articulate mom and her son quit. They texted me late at night after they had finished their route and thanked me for having given them the opportunity, but said that after the incidents of the night that they just couldn’t continue. To

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their credit, they finished the route and, not surprisingly, they had the class and the dignity to not cast stones in anger at what they had encountered. The mom simply said that she was terrified and just didn’t think she could face any similar encounters. So what happened? There were two incidents, and I share this with you because I want you to realize that the people who are delivering your papers to you every week – all 400plus subdivisions and more than 70,000 homes – are no different than your son or daughter, mother or father, neighbor or close friend. About half of them are moms with young kids in school who do yeoman’s work balancing their duties as wife, school mom, newspaper delivery person, PTA president, good neighbor, deacon and friend. Some are retired couples, and they deliver your paper because they

want to stay busy and they want to do something together. I’ll never forget the woman who came to me after her husband died to tell me how grateful she was for my having given her their route. “That was the most precious time in my life, delivering the papers with him every week,” she told me. “I had no idea he was going to die of cancer, and if we hadn’t been delivering your paper, I would not have had that time with him to talk and just be together.” Some of your delivery folks have practically raised their kids doing their routes. I have one mom who used to drive with two toddlers in their car seats in the back – plus another two or three in school too. I have no idea how she did it or does it. In several cases, entire families deliver your paper to you and have, in one case, for over 20 years. The folks who are delivering your papers are some of the hardest working people I have ever met in my life. And I think they are probably some of the nicest I have ever had the pleasure to know. I will tell you, they inspire me as much as anyone ever has. So what occurred on the delivery route that night that made my mom and her son feel like they could no longer work this job? Well a man got in front of their car and just started screaming at my mom

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Continued from Page 6 broadcaster, and Ovie Mughelli, a former Atlanta Falcons player, joined childhood cancer sur-

and her son – cursing her out and threatening her because she was “trespassing in his neighborhood” (on the public road). Then he kicked in the side of her car before she had the chance to leave. This was not the first time something like this had happened. The other incident was more benign. A woman walking her dog shined a flashlight into the windshield and my mom couldn’t see. She thought she was going to run off the road. The same woman called me the next day to complain about my mom speeding in her neighborhood so, yes, I realize that there are usually two sides to every story. What you see often depends on what you have seen. I get that. After I gave my mom a couple days, I asked her again if she was sure she wanted to quit the route. She said that she had not changed her mind. The next day, I reached out to her a third time and said, “I understand. Let me know if you want me to call you later if I get a better, friendlier route open …like a Windward or something.” She thought about it for a moment and then answered, “That would be great.” That would be great. So I told you this story because I want you to have patience and maybe respect for the folks who deliver your newspaper. But more than

that, I want to ask you to show more kindness, patience and empathy for everyone around you. Don’t honk your horn. Don’t lose patience with the older driver in front of you. Don’t hurt someone with Twitter or Facebook or texting. Don’t be in such a hurry that you have to be rude or ugly to someone. Slow down. These are not easy times in which we live. It is so very hard today – especially for our young people. And the example you set for them, they will emulate. If you are not kind, they will not be kind. If you are rude and hurtful, they will be rude and hurtful. If you abuse yourself with drugs and alcohol, so will they. I promise. You personally – your actions – do make a difference. We are all painting on the same canvas and your brush strokes will last forever. Paint something beautiful. Try to make this world we share better – not worse. We all have to live here. Let me leave you with two thoughts that are on my radar screen: “It is always better, no matter what excuse there is for not being kind, to be kind, to be loving.” – Viggo Mortensen in an interview about his role in the movie “The Road” “Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Be kind. Always.” – Anonymous

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Continued from Page 1 “He saw the flyer, brought it home to me and told me he wanted to do this,” said LeeAnn Egolf, his mother. “His friends run 5K’s and raise money in other ways, and he thought he could use his swimming talent for this cause.” And raise money, he did. Within a matter of weeks, Egolf became the top fundraiser in his age group and the second highest out of all the fundraisers with $2,485. Shanteau honored Egolf and top fundraiser Grant McMahon, who raised $2,735, for their efforts and invited them to a private dinner on Sept. 20 at his home off Lake Lanier. Much of Egolf’s fundraising success is contributed to a Sharpie and a camera. When Egolf decided to honor his schoolmate Lilly Anderson, he wanted to write her name on his back in Sharpie like competitive swimmers do. But Egolf chose his back to write her name for a specific reason. “I wanted her to see me from above,” Egolf said. Once the word got out that he was writing names of cancer patients on his body, tons of people wanted to see the names of their loved ones too. “It has been unbeliev-

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have been given the opportunity to do this for the Egolfs,” Nash said. “My goal was to help Griffin reach his goal and to also raise awareness of the actual swim event on a larger scale, so that donators can fully understand what they are helping with their funds and support.” After Nash’s pictures were posted on Facebook, LeeAnn said it went viral with positive comments and support. “Griffin’s fundraising went

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Griffin Egolf swims to the finish line just ahead of Olympian Haley Anderson. from about $600 to $2,000 after they were posted,” LeeAnn said. “It was amazing, and she is an amazing photographer.” The photos helped grow the names on Egolf’s body down to his legs, and he was happy to see them all there after his first

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