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Alpharetta considers state ‘Brunch Bill’

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North Fulton charity to expand services

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Roswell police launch internal investigation

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History in the re-making

Local dignitaries celebrated completion of a project in downtown Alpharetta marking restoration of the Jones House in City Center. The structure, built in 1914 by William and May Jones, served as a residence for years before becoming a commercial mainstay on Main Street. George Jones, pictured at left, the son of William and May and one of the city’s oldest residents, was on hand for the opening. The occasion also served as the launch of City Center’s first commercial business, Restaurant Holmes, an eclectic neighborhood restaurant and bar. Read more, Page 18.

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Two men sought for Hopewell Road shooting MILTON, Ga. — Milton police are seeking two men in connection with a shooting along Hopewell Road in late June. Felony arrest warrants have been issued for Oronde Sinkfield, 29, of Atlanta and Adonte Isaac, 32, of Lithonia. Both men are being charged with three counts of aggravated assault, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possessing a firearm during the commission of certain crimes and discharging a firearm on a Isaac city street.

The men are wanted in connection for shooting at an occupied car on June 30 and discharging the same firearm in a home on Bailey Forest Drive.

According to a release from the city, Milton Police responded to a call of a vehicle being struck by gunfire around 1 a.m. on June 30 while traveling southbound on Hopewell Road. The car was occupied by a family, including a child, though none were injured.

After officers issued a “be on the lookout” for the suspect vehicle, an Alpharetta officer made a traffic stop on the

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

Couple flees restaurant without paying tab ALPHARETTA, Ga. — An employee at Ray’s Killer Creek on Mansell Road contacted police July 10 after two suspects left the restaurant without paying.

The two suspects, a man and a woman, had entered at 8 p.m. that night and had racked up a $143 tab. The two tried to pay with a gift card, but it was declined and marked as fraudulent.

The employee told the pair that they would have to find another method of payment, and at that point, the employee said the suspects became “squirmy.”

The suspects left without paying, and the employee followed to try to talk to them about settling the tab.

The couple got into a Buick sedan

car along Ga. 400. The two occupants were detained but later released because there was insufficient cause to make an arrest, the release said.

As the men were detained, Milton officers responded to a burglar alarm on Bailey Forest Drive. A door on the rear of the home had been forced open but the home was unoccupied. However, officers determined that a firearm had been discharged in the home. There Sinkfield were no signs anyone had been injured.

After investigating the incidents and finding the same weapon had been used at both locations, police determined Sinkfield and Isaac were responsible for both.

The Bailey Forest Drive homeowner said the two men had permission to be in the home. Police are still investigating why the gun was fired inside the home.

Police said there have been no claims of victimization by the homeowner or other occupants.

Milton Police are asking the public to contact 911 if they have any information on the suspects.

and almost struck the employee as they sped out of the parking lot.

The employee provided police with a photo of the vehicle’s license plate.

enter the apartment. Her roommate, who is partially blind, was able to chase them off but was unable to provide any description of the suspects.

Electronics reported stolen Burglars ransack home from unlocked apartment while owner out of country ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell police responded to a burglary call July 9 at the apartments on Raintree Drive.

A woman said that she had left the city for the weekend only to return to find that several of her items and electronics were missing.

The woman’s roommate said that she had seen the items at 10 a.m. on July 7 after she left the apartment, but noticed that they were gone when she returned at 5 a.m. July 8.

The woman told police that the two “never” lock the back sliding glass door, which officers said was most likely the point of entry.

The woman said that a similar incident had occurred September 2017 where two suspects had attempted to

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A man reported July 13 that his mother’s home had been burglarized while she was out of the country.

The owner of the house on Laurel Ridge Drive had left the country May 2, and her son had been housesitting.

The son came by every week to check the mail and the house.

But on July 13, he saw that the back door of the house had been smashed.

Inside, several items were scattered about on the floor and the drawers were ransacked.

According to the incident report, only a checkbook and some account statements were missing.

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Alpharetta walks tightrope on ‘Brunch Bill’ Officials weigh concerns of Sunday alcohol sales on downtown churches

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Let the people decide on ‘Brunch Bill’

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – While other North Fulton cities appear OK with a mimosa for Sunday brunch, Alpharetta is treading some sacred ground.

The City Council was set to decide this week on a proposal for a ballot question this November that would allow Sunday alcohol sales and consumption before the current time of 12:30 p.m. The measure would allow voters to approve permitting sales as early as 11 a.m. on Sunday.

A bill allowing municipalities to hold referendums on the 11 a.m. start time passed the Georgia Legislature this year.

The issue has drawn little pushback in neighboring cities, but it’s a sticky issue in Alpharetta because its Downtown District also allows for open carry of alcoholic beverages, and there are three churches nearby.

Council members said they want to guard against incidents that may conflict with traditional Sunday services.

The announcement of the ballot question must be published by Aug. 2 to comply with state election laws. So, the council was set to make a final decision on the matter early this week.

If passed, the question would be placed on the November ballot for local approval.

At a July 16 session at City Hall, Councilman Donald Mitchell said he had heard some feedback on the proposal.

“I did hear from two ministers, First Baptist minister Dr. (Thomas) Hammond, and he had spoken to Dr. (Michael T.) McQueen at St. James, and

they’re both very concerned about this bill,” Mitchell said.

The ministers, he said, are concerned about churchgoers encountering public drunkenness, and they would like to avoid such encounters.

City Attorney Sam Thomas said the open carry provision in the city code applies to the Downtown District and Avalon. He said the ordinance allowing open carry of alcohol could be amended to specifically to state the practice would not be allowed before 12:30 p.m. on Sundays.

Thomas also said it will be up to the city to spread the word if the open carry ordinance will remain set at 12:30 p.m. on Sundays. The city cannot include that information on the ballot.

“The ballot question is set forth in the bill itself,” Thomas said. “We have no choice as to what the ballot question will say.”

Thomas added that when the city amends its alcohol consumption code allowing for the 11 a.m. Sunday start time, it could include a provision keeping the open carry set at 12:30 p.m.

“That way we would already have in

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place the amendment, and the amendment does reflect limiting the walking around (with alcohol) during that period of time,” he said.

Councilman Jason Binder said the city should take greater care to alert the public when major legislation like this is being considered. He said he would have liked to have given a two-week notice to residents before the matter came before the City Council.

Mayor Jim Gilvin said he first saw the item two weeks ago and learned it was being considered for the City Council agenda because of the election deadline. No one on the council had proposed it.

He said he tried to track down whether anyone in the business community was pushing for the measure, and learned that many in the hospitality industry weren’t even aware that a local election had to be held.

Gilvin said he then heard from several businesses who favored having the matter considered by the City Council.

“I am disappointed the time frame played out so we didn’t have more time to get the word out,” the mayor said.

Even so, the council approved the measure on first reading July 15 with the general consensus that residents should have the right to vote on the new Sunday hours, as long as open carry remained prohibited until 12:30 p.m.

“Having a glass of wine at 11:30 is not uncommon with your lunch,” Councilman John Hipes said. “I think the mind can conjure up some terrible things if people are walking around with beer and people are trying to go to church, and I would want us to avoid that.”

On the other hand, he added, downtown can be governed to address those concerns and still accommodate restaurants.

“We’re going to have a four-star hotel downtown, and there will be people in those rooms who will want to come down and have lunch,” he said.

On Monday, July 16, I decided to watch the Alpharetta City Council meeting online because there were several topics that I found interesting as a resident of the Downtown District. The expanded homestead exemption caught my eye, but really, I was there to watch the council debate the “Brunch Bill” that you also recently wrote about.

It didn’t take long for my curious optimism that our council would follow the leads of our neighboring cities who are charging ahead with this to wither quickly.

I found several things disturbing. First and foremost was how two council members (Donald Mitchell and Ben Burnett) had some serious concerns about this bill. They weren’t concerned because they themselves thought it was a bad idea, but because their ministers told them it was a bad idea. While it is fine to let one’s faith guide them in their governing decisions, I find it very worrying that we have several council members who are essentially doing the bidding of their ministers, when they should be serving the entire public.

The primary concern was that a church-goer may run into a drunk person on the street at 11 a.m. on Sunday. Sure, that would be undesirable, but it’s such a remote possibility, it should not even seriously be considered. For one, public drunkenness is illegal at any time of any day, and our fine police force does a great job of keeping us safe. Second, how is this more concerning than the (greater) possibility of running into a drunk on the streets at 10 p.m. on Friday, when all places are pouring and open carry is allowed?

Let’s not kid ourselves. The church is worried about losing their monopolies on being the only place to pour wine on Sunday mornings, and losing church members along with it.

We live in a representative republic and not a theocracy where churches set the rules. Our City Council should turn this vote over to the people to decide, not their ministers.

– Daniel McAlonan, Alpharetta

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Alpharetta moves to increase local homestead exemption Action comes as city sets property tax rate

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — City leaders were poised this week to set Alpharetta’s property tax rate at the same level it’s been for the past 10 years, a move that could bring in an extra $1.4 million in revenue.

At the same time, the city is acting to soften the blow down the road by increasing the local homestead exemption by an additional $5,000. The measure, if approved by the 2019 Legislature and passed by local voters, would allow owner-occupied homeowners to de-

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Members of the Alpharetta City Council say increasing the local homestead exemption to $45,000 will compensate homeowners whose property values have climbed in recent years. crease their property’s taxable values by $45,000 when assessed for city taxes.

The two actions come after months of navigating this year’s property tax landscape where values have climbed more

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than 10 percent over last year.

Alpharetta and other North Fulton cities are debating whether to lower tax rates to compensate property owners or simply keep the added revenue from this year’s higher property assessments.

The additional revenue comes by way of updated property appraisals performed

by Fulton County Assessor’s Office.

Those higher assessments are likely to be thrown out next year if local voters pass a measure this fall calling for residential property values to be readjusted downward next year to levels set in 2016.

In public meetings held over the past two weeks, members of the Alpharetta City Council debated whether the anticipated one-time bump in revenue - about $1.4 million - from higher property values this year should be returned to taxpayers or remain in government coffers.

At a July 16 public hearing, the council gave preliminary approval to maintaining a tax rate of 5.75 mills this year. This came a week after internal polling showed council members were divided on how to handle the extra money.

That division narrowed in the ensuing days for a number of reasons.

First, if the tax rate were rolled back, the reduction would have a greater benefit to businesses which make up about 62 percent of Alpharetta’s tax digest. The city cannot impose one levy on residen-

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tial property and a different levy on commercial property.

Effectively, businesses would receive 60 cents of every dollar the city returned with a millage rollback.

Councilman Ben Burnett said in cities where residential property prevails over commercial property, a tax rollback would be easy. That’s not the case in Alpharetta, he said.

“If you look at our neighbors to the east, like Johns Creek, where it’s much more significantly residential… Well, it’s easy for them to say we can roll the millage rate back because it’s almost entirely a residential tax base,” Burnett said.

City officials also said there’s no way to predict how many property owners will appeal their assessments. This, they said, makes it nearly impossible to determine exactly how much the tax rate would need to be adjusted.

Finally, city officials appear convinced that the extra money could be better purposed to attack one-time capital projects such as sidewalks and road repairs, projects that have sat on the back burner for years.

Councilman Jason Binder, who initiated the move to increase the homestead exemption, said the measure will provide long-term relief for homeowners. It will put Alpharetta back at the forefront of cities with the lowest adjusted tax rate for homeowners, he said.

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The North Fulton Regional Health Center in Alpharetta is offering back-to-school vaccinations and health screenings.

County clinic offers student vaccinations

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — The Fulton County Board of Health is encouraging parents to get ahead of the back-toschool rush by getting their children vaccinated now.

The North Fulton Regional Health Center, located at 3155 Royal Drive in Alpharetta, is offering vaccinations and health screenings with no appointment necessary through Friday, Aug. 24, from 8:30 a.m. until 3 p.m.

For children up to age 18, the cost to administer the immunizations is $21.93, with an additional $21 charge for the vaccination certificate.

Georgia requires students be immunized against measles, mumps, polio, rubella, whooping cough, tetanus, diphtheria, hepatitis B, haemophilus influenza, varicella and meningitis. These vaccines protect against serious and potentially life-threatening diseases.

The American Academy for Pediatrics and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend children receive all of these vaccinations by the age of 6, except for meningitis, which is typically administered at 11 to 12 years old, with a booster dose at 16 years old.

Georgia schools also require proof of eye, ear and dental screenings. Required health screenings are also offered at the North Fulton Regional Health Center at the cost of $31 per person.

Parents and guardians may pay for the immunizations and health screenings with cash, credit cards or money orders. Georgia Medicaid, PeachCare for Kids and Aetna private insurance will also be accepted to cover the cost of immunizations, but not for the certificate.

The Fulton County Board of Health is a part of the CDC’s Vaccines for Children Program which helps provide vaccines to children whose parents or guardians may not be able to afford them. Children who are uninsured or whose insurance does not cover the cost of vaccines are eligible for this program.

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When I first started listening to a podcast, I didn’t really understand that it was a podcast.

It was in 2012, shortly after I had graduated from high school, that Julia Grochowski I discovered “Welcome to Night Vale” Reporter julia@appenmediagroup.com – a surreal show that somehow manages to marry the spirit of “The Twilight Zone” with NPR and a dash of H.P. Lovecraft by following the broadcasts of a fictional community radio station.

I had seen some art relating to the show before picking it up that led me to believe it was some TV show or maybe a comic. Learning that it was solely an auditory medium initially threw me for a loop. I just couldn’t figure out how it “worked.” Was I supposed to listen while staring at a wall doing nothing else?

How did people enjoy that?

But then again, I listened to audio books occasionally, and I listened to music constantly. Surely, it couldn’t be that different, I thought.

I didn’t know about any podcasting app in those days, so I went straight to the website to download episodes.

It only took me one to get hooked.

The show was the perfect mix of weird and the supernatural with a loose plot threading between episodes that was impossible for me to predict. And even when the characters were essentially talking about “nothing,” the creators behind the show, Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor, somehow managed to find the most interesting and entertaining ways to spin it.

It only had a handful of episodes out when I first gave it a try, and I devoured them quickly - on the bus, while doing chores, during any repetitive task, and occasionally right before bed to help me drift off.

Despite my initial reservations of that new form of media, “Welcome to Night Vale” had grown on me and I began to view it as just another story, like those on TV or in books.

But after a few months, I gradually left it behind and forgot about that strange little show and the word “podcast.”

Listen to Myth Roast You can listen to my podcast, “Myth Roast,” at northfulton. com/ podcasts or on your preferred podcast app. “Myth Roast” features myself and my co-host Lauren Telschow as we give not-so-serious retellings of our favorite myths, legends, cryptids and more.

It wasn’t until after I graduated from college that I began hearing “podcast” thrown around again more and more often.

“Oh, like ‘Welcome to Night Vale’!” I would say if podcasts got brought up.

“You should give it a try-” And that was it.

But last year, when my office began discussing the possibility of producing podcasts, I got curious.

Was my once favorite show still going on? Were there more like it?

Yes and yes, as I soon discovered.

I dipped my toes into the world of podcasts again after a five year hiatus, this time with a better understanding of what a podcast actually is, and soon fell headfirst into dozens of shows I still cherish today.

Fictional stories, news updates, pop culture commentary, educational tidbits, advice “columns,” comedy shows – the breadth and possibilities of the medium seemed endless.

It’s become one of the fastest growing forms of media out there. Mostly, I think, because of how accessible it is.

Pretty much anyone with a mic can start one, myself included, and that’s the beauty of it. It’s never been so easy to get your story, your idea, out there, no matter how weird.

At over 130 episodes and counting, I’m still catching up on “Welcome to Night Vale,” in between all of the other newer podcasts I’ve gotten hooked on.

But even with all the shiny, new shows, it will always hold a special place in my heart. After all, it’s what introduced me to the brave new medium of podcasts.

Despite my initial reservations of that new form of media, “Welcome to Night Vale” had grown on me and I began to view it as just another story, like those on TV or in books.

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North Fulton Community Charities’ new building in Roswell will be used for administrative offices and an education center this winter, creating more space for childcare services and the thrift store and food pantry.

North Fulton Community Charities breaks ground on education center

By CONNER EVANS interns@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — North Fulton Community Charities will expand to a new building for its administrative offices and education center this winter, creating more space for childcare services and its thrift store and food pantry.

The groundbreaking ceremony for the new building and renovations was June 26 with the nonprofit’s board and Roswell’s mayor, Lori Henry, in attendance. The charity hopes to open the new facility by November or December of this year.

The charity currently holds a thrift shop and food pantry in its main building, along with several administrative offices. Its education center, which provides childcare services, language courses and financial literacy help, sits across the street, and demand for their services has outgrown capacity.

The education center must turn away 50 people on average for its English language classes each session because of a lack of classroom space, said Eden Purdy, Education and Enrichment program director.

“The biggest classroom in the new building will seat twice as many folks as we can right now,” Purdy said. “The biggest impact is going to be that we’re going to be able to actually expand our childcare services.”

Childcare is a huge barrier for lower income families attempting to attend classes or other activities that may improve their lives, she said. The new childcare room and three new classrooms will allow more individuals to take advantage of the services during more

hours including new morning classes and Saturday classes.

The education department will also have almost double the amount of work station computers for those taking courses, up to 15, and it expects to see twice as many people with their new facility in addition to the 1,300 they currently help each year.

Expanding the thrift store could also lead to more revenue. Executive Director Barbara Duffy said they estimate they could see a 10 percent increase in thrift store sales. The food pantry will also expand so the charity can store extra perishable and non-perishable foods in the building instead of renting out extra storage food pods as they do currently.

North Fulton Community Charities currently boasts impressive cost savings compared to other nonprofits, with 11 percent of their current revenue going toward administration, compared to an average of 20-25 percent, Pope said.

They hope these numbers may continue after the capital campaign for the new facility.

The charity moved to the current main building in 2005 and has outgrown the space, Duffy said.

“So much of the work is done by volunteers,” she said. “We need to make it as comfortable an environment as it can be and make sure all of their needs are met so that they can help.”

New Director of Development Holly York will help with the move and capital campaign required to fund the project next year.

“It was a blessing to find a building so close by,” Pope said. “We hope to get hammers and nails starting in the next few weeks.”

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Local woman publishes book about father’s battle with cancer

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — When Mallory Fannon, a resident of North Fulton for 33 years, received an email written by her father 14 years after his death, it changed her life.

The letter, forwarded to Fannon by her uncle last fall, was originally written by her father Alan Luber after he had been diagnosed with cancer in 2003. Since receiving the email, she has been on a journey to recover the correspondence her father sent over the 18 months he lived with cancer and to fulfill his wish by publishing them as a book.

Luber was diagnosed with colon cancer a week before Fannon graduated high school. Before he died in November of 2004, Luber sent hundreds of emails to his three daughters, extended family and friends.

A student at Georgia Southern at the time, Fannon paid little attention to the emails, sending most of them straight to the trash folder.

“I didn’t think I would lose him so quickly,” she said.

So receiving the email more than a decade later was a shock.

“It just came out of nowhere, and I couldn’t believe it. It was basically the kick in the butt that I needed.”

Determined to continue her father’s legacy, Fannon began work on what would become “The Cancer Chronicles: A Story of Transformation and Triumph.”

“It was just something I wanted to do for my dad, so his life will live on,” she said.

Fannon had a backup of her father’s computer and purchased software to recover the lost emails. Luber’s brother kept copies of all the emails to help fill in the holes. Fannon then spent a year compiling the emails, designing and formatting the booking and learning how to self-publish.

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One of the last photos taken of Alan Luber and his daughter Mallory Fannon, the family attended the Christmas party for her speed skating team.

“My mother, once the book was released, she called me crying. She waited 14 years for either me or my sisters to do this. She was just so happy,” Fannon said.

Her mother was the only one who knew she was working on the book. She didn’t tell her sisters until it was almost ready for publication.

“I was afraid they’d say no, because it is personal in a way,” Fannon said.

“I had already spent a lot of time and money and effort into this, and if they said no I would have to respect their decision.”

But her sisters were happy with the idea, and the book contains afterwords

by Luber’s wife, Eleanor, and his three daughters Michelle Wetherill, Jessica Packer and Fannon.

For friends and family, the book is a way to remember Luber. And for some

who didn’t have the chance to meet him before he died, like Fannon’s nephew and husband, it is a way to know the man.

Beyond the family, Fannon hopes this book will serve as proof that it is possible to live with cancer, and not succumb to it.

She’s received positive feedback from people who have friends who are struggling with cancer. The lessons of valuing your health and living life to its fullest can be appreciated by everyone, Fannon said.

“He became a brand new man [after his diagnosis]. He said to my mom, ‘The best thing that ever happened to me was getting cancer,’” Fannon said.

Sounds like a terrible analysis, but Fannon said her father became a better husband, father and brother while he was living with cancer.

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Police said there were no marks on the vehicle and that it appeared someone had simply unscrewed and stolen the plate.

There was no camera footage available in the parking deck where the car had been parked.

Blotter: ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A FedEx employee successfully identified a suspicious package July 10 and called police.

The employee told police that he suspected the package, still unopened, contained narcotics. A police K-9 was sent to sniff the package and confirmed that it contained some kind of drug.

Police confiscated the package, which was later discovered to contain 207

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A woman reported July 10 that her license plate had been stolen while she was parked at the Northside medical offices on Old Milton Parkway.

The woman had arrived at work and parked that day at 7:15 a.m. She left work at 5:45 p.m. and drove back home to Lawrenceville.

When she arrived home, however, the

Woman reports identity, information compromised JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A woman met with Johns Creek police July 9 after she discovered that her Social Security number and other personal information had

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Topics Luber talks about in the book include dogs, the best flavors of popsicles, the Atlanta Braves and The Beatles.

“I talked to so many people, and they said they loved receiving these emails. They made them laugh,” Fannon said.

The first few emails Luber sent were titled the “Cancer Letters,” but after about 20, the name changed to the “Cancer Chronicles,” at the suggestion of Luber’s oncologist, Dr. Daniel Dubovsky.

Dubovsky, or “Dr. D,” as Luber sometimes referred to him, is the only doctor whose name remained unchanged, Fannon said. She described Dubovsky, who works for Atlanta Cancer Care, as an exceptionally selfless man.

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The woman said she received a notice on June 12 that a Credit Karma account had been opened in her name that she had not authorized.

The next day, she also received a credit card in her name delivered to her address that she had not applied for.

The unknown suspect had likewise created an “informed delivery” account in her name with the U.S. Postal Service to create two fraudulent e-mail addresses and a fraudulent phone number in her name.

At the same time, the woman’s home phone became “inundated” with scam calls. The woman said she thinks her information might have been compromised after she underwent a background check.

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Roswell police chief calls for internal investigation

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell Police Chief Rusty Grant has launched an internal investigation following the release of a video showing a traffic arrest showing officers using a “coin flip” to decide their action.

The video has drawn national attention since its posting on social media earlier this month.

And just days after Grant’s announcement, another controversial video surfaced showing a Roswell police K-9 repeatedly biting a teenager and ignoring commands to stop.

Both videos were released after 11Alive investigators received tips from Roswell officers because they were concerned that “the public was at risk, and command staff did not properly handle those concerns.”

Grant said July 18 that he will conduct a “top-down” assessment of the department with a focus on “operational policies, communication along the chain of command, disciplinary policies and all aspects of [its] operations.”

He is also calling upon an “outside professional consultant that specializes

in public safety” to conduct an audit.

Grant said he is “confident” this twopronged approach will help identify and resolve any issues in the department.

The announcement came on the heels of a now infamous “coin flip” arrest, in which an officer pulled a woman over for speeding and, on the advice of another officer, left the woman’s fate up to a coin flip app: heads for arrest, tails to release. The woman was arrested without knowing about the coin toss.

The incident, which occurred in April of this year, was not publicly known until a video of the arrest was released July 12 by 11Alive investigators and went viral.

Both officers involved, Courtney Brown and Kristee Wilson, were placed on administrative leave pending internal investigation.

Grant said that he made the decision to place them on administrative leave “immediately” after he became aware of the incident.

But less than a week after that incident received national attention, another video was released July 18, again by 11Alive investigators, in which one of the department’s K-9s attacked a teenager and appeared to ignore calls from its

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handler.

The incident with the K-9, named Robbie, occurred Aug. 4, 2016, where an officer was patrolling along Holcomb Bridge Road and spotted a car carrying four people that police said was stolen.

Police pulled the car over into a nearby apartment complex. The video shows two of the suspects attempt to run. An officer told the suspects to stop and that he was going to release the K-9.

In the video, one of the running sus-

pects, later identified as a 17-year-old, obeys the officer’s order by stopping and sitting down with his hands up.

The K-9 likewise sat down but continued barking. After a few seconds, the K-9 ran to the teenager again despite several commands from the handler to “halt” and bit him on the upper arm.

The video shows that the K-9 did not let go of the teenager’s arm for over half a minute, even as the handler commanded him to stop and attempted to physically remove the dog. During this altercation, the K-9 appeared to repeatedly jerk the teenager and eventually pull him to the ground.

The handler was eventually able to pull the K-9 off the teenager, but the K-9 immediately ran back to the teenager and bit him again on the hand.

The teenager was arrested and hospitalized, but charges were soon dropped against him.

“It troubles me that the K-9 did not release sooner than when he did,” Grant said in an interview with 11Alive. “The officers on scene did everything they were supposed to do.”

The K-9 was not taken out of service following the incident.

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Local man brings recent grads, dads to the kitchen

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — One local resident has made it his mission to help rescue mealtime by helping to spread the ease and joy of cooking. And his latest book helps do just that.

As a father and recent author, Cliff Pelloni wants everyone to be more comfortable in the kitchen. But his newest book, “Kitchen Dads the Basics,” is aimed specifically at fathers and recent graduates.

Pelloni was inspired to pursue cooking when he began teaching his children the family recipes.

“A lot of people today grow up on fast and casual food,” Pelloni said. “People are getting away from cooking food. But there’s a big benefit to having a family meal time, to eat together. It’s healthier, you control what you eat, you spend time with another person…

“It became sort of my mission to rescue family mealtime.”

But, as Pelloni pointed out, many people stick to fast and casual food because they simply don’t know how to cook or are uncomfortable in a kitchen.

A lot of cooking shows and manuals assume you know the basics, so they skip over them, Pelloni said. That can be

very intimidating for someone who might have never even picked up a spatula, he added.

He ended up creating “Kitchen Dads the Basics” to address this situation.

The book is split into two parts: a reference guide and recipe book.

The first focuses on basic instruction and familiarizing people with kitchen tools, cooking terms, using spices and shopping effectively for ingredients. It also includes information on how to perform common cooking and cutting techniques as well as a guide to food freshness. The second half is all recipes, with an emphasis on easy and healthy cooking.

“Everyone has to start somewhere,” Pelloni said. “If you start with something simple and you have a success, you’re going to want to build on that. Don’t feel bad if you mess up, because that was just a learning experience.”

And, Pelloni added, if someone messes up really badly, pizza’s always

30 minutes away.

For new cooks especially, Pelloni advises making something basic and to keep going. Even if it’s just pudding to start, it helps get people used to being in the kitchen and learning how to use the tools and techniques.

The recipes in the book include dishes inspired by Pelloni’s Italian and German heritage as well as fun recipes to make with children.

Two of the recipes have won nationwide recognition in the annual Create Cooking Challenge.

In 2016, it was for his Cauliflower Buffalo Bites.

This year, he won for his Grilled Romaine Salad with Bacon, Blue Cheese and Tomatoes recipe.

To supplement this information, Pelloni also offers short Youtube videos demonstrating the techniques he outlines in text.

“I can describe to you how to chop an onion in a book,” Pelloni said. “But it’s never going to make as much sense as if I show you.”

The book was officially launched in

March and became the bestseller in the Amazon cooking category its first week out and was later named a finalist in the cookbook category of the 2018 International Book Awards.

Pelloni is now working on a second book, “Real Meals by Real Mom’s and Dad’s,” and is encouraging people to submit their recipes for a chance to be featured.

Information on Pelloni and his book can be found both on Amazon and on his website kitchendadscooking.com.

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‘The Journey’ ceramics gallery opens July 27

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — One local artist is bringing a taste of Iceland to Roswell with her new ceramics gallery, which is set to open July 27 at Roswell’s Art Center West.

“The Journey,” by artist Heida HalldorsHalldorsdottir dottir, considers what happens to the soul after a person dies and the transportation to the spirit world. The works are in large part inspired by her Icelandic heritage, history and culture.

“I am exploring my beliefs and researching the existence and evolution of spirits,” Halldorsdottir said. “Living in Iceland, I was exposed to age-long traditions of spiritualism and affirmation from spirits from a young age.”

Boats, for example, are used as a reoccurring metaphor for transportation from the world of the living to the world of the dead. Halldorsdottir’s ancestors were fishermen. But, the decision was also partially inspired by Viking culture, where the dead were

sent out into the ocean on a burning boat to help their spirit cross over, she said.

The exhibition has been grouped into three parts.

“The first category is a grouping of souls that hang on the wall with a long astral cord,” Halldorsdottir said. “[That is] the cord that connects your physical body to the astral plane, the link from the higher self or ‘atma’ to your physical body. The second category is soul carriers, boats, and figures that have a boat form transporting souls over to the spiritual world. The last category is spiritual beings in the soul world, making of new souls and soul mates.”

All of Halldorsdottir’s works are primarily ceramic, but they also incorporate different types of fabrics, especially Icelandic wool. She will often crochet or knit various materials, including copper wire, into the sculptures.

The whole process, she said, is very “meditative.”

Halldorsdottir added that she has been always been “fascinated” with ceramics and art. From an early age, she took every art class she could, and eventually, she became a teacher in her home country before moving to

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That’s where her passion really began to take off, Halldorsdottir said.

“I started working on art every day,” she said. “I really started enjoying it more and more. Me and my friend Nicole Merkens, who also teaches at Clay West, even ended up creating a little studio we ran together for a few years.”

Eventually, Halldorsdottir was inspired to return to school, and successfully graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2016 with a Master’s in Fine Arts. She now regularly teaches figure sculpture classes at the Clay Collective in Roswell’s Art Center West.

Halldorsdottir said she finds continual inspiration from exploring her culture, the spirit world and reading stories.

“The Journey” runs July 27-Sept.

10 at Art Center West, 1355 Woodstock Road, Roswell. An opening reception will be held from 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 27, where Halldsorsdottir will be available to answer questions about her works.

More of Halldorsdottir’s sculptures can be found on her website heidahalldors.com.

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Area leaders assess local business, education efforts

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Close to 75 people gathered at the Hilton Garden Inn in Alpharetta July 12 for a town hall meeting to learn more about initiatives that will affect the quality of life in the region.

The session, sponsored by the Atlanta Realtors, featured presentations from leaders in business, education and government on projects and strategies underway to shape the area’s economy into the future.

Foremost on the agenda was transportation.

State Sen. Brandon Beach said the past year has seen unprecedented moves in efforts to accommodate traffic congestion in North Fulton.

“We’re investing $284 million right now – and it’s eventually going to be up to $2 billion – of new investment in the Ga. 400 corridor,” he said.

He ticked off the latest initiatives.

The federal government has committed $184 million to construct 17 miles of toll lanes – two lanes northbound and two southbound – along the expressway.

The state has announced $100 million to pay for construction and right of way for five rapid transit bus stations from I-285 north to McFarland Road in south Forsyth County.

In addition, Beach said the 2018 Legislature enacted legislation that lays the groundwork for establishing regional transit under one umbrella.

“We didn’t want to take over MARTA,” Beach said. “What we did was we set up a framework where each county can come into this 13-county ATL Region, this entity with a board and a chairman and a group that works there that do the planning.”

Under the legislation, counties can vote to opt into the system – to be renamed The ATL – and coordinate their local transit efforts.

“What we’re trying to do now is make sure we have an easy journey for those who do want to take public transit,” Beach said.

Transportation is but one element that continues to make Georgia the best state for business, Beach said.

“We’re the No. 1 state to do business in because we’re business-friendly,” he said.

Milton’s balancing act A second panel member, Milton Mayor Joe Lockwood, said his city is working to improve transportation within its borders to accommodate growing traffic.

Milton, he said, is an anomaly in North Fulton because it works hard to maintain a rural setting. Fully 85 percent of its tax base is residential, so city leaders are selective about the types of businesses it encourages to move in.

Not only that, but zoning laws encourage large lot sizes for homes.

‘We’re not going to be everything for everybody,” Lockwood said. “We pride ourselves in being different. If Amazon moves their headquarters near Milton, we have to be realistic that we’re not going to be able to have enough homes for everybody.”

Nevertheless, Lockwood said the city has invested in some traffic improvements, such as roundabouts, to smooth traffic flow. Even so, it remains a constant battle to accommodate traffic without adding measures, such as road widenings, that will only bring more traffic through the city, he said.

Panel members also addressed education’s role as a key element in the

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State Sen. Brandon Beach says local, state and federal funding will help launch major initiatives to address the area’s traffic problems.

area’s overall quality of life.

Kibbey Crumbly, area superintendent for Fulton County Schools, said the district is tied to the business community in a number of ways.

In addition to providing an education consistently ranked among the top in the state, Crumbly said the school district has formed partnerships with local technical colleges to promote workforce development.

The district also has four International Baccalaureate campuses, a diploma program that provides an internationally accepted curriculum recognized by universities worldwide. These include one IB program opening at Centennial High School and another at Alpharetta High School.

New middle school announced Crumbly also used the forum to announce the district will build a new

Crabapple Middle School less than a mile from the current school on Woodstock Road. Opening for the new school is set for 2021.

Bethany Usry, vice president of Economic Development for the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, said her organization has ongoing programs aimed at promoting and developing business.

Those businesses include nonprofits, who receive discounted membership. Several members of the chamber staff also serve on the boards of these nonprofits, she said, and the chamber recognizes nonprofit leaders annually with community impact awards.

The chamber also has programs to help small businesses, she said.

“Almost 50 percent of our members of the chamber have 10 or fewer employees,” Usry said. “Most of our programming at the chamber is geared toward small businesses.”

The hallmark event, she said, is the Pro Alliance, a networking event which draws from 75 to 100 businesses at each weekly meeting.

Usry also addressed the issue of affordable housing, a topic many North Fulton cities have struggled with as home prices have soared. She said some inroads are being made to help provide employees and senior residents with options.

Roswell has recently opened a senior living facility which includes a percentage of units eligible for low-income tax credits.

Usry said the city is looking at ways to make the same efforts at other locations.

Farther north in Alpharetta, Usry said the city’s recent study of the Northpoint Mall area includes the potential for more affordable housing.

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It’s about home values, not the rates Using old-fashioned Our economy made the transition earlier this year to full recovery from the near economic collapse in 2008. The Federal Reserve and other economic policy makers have switched strategy from one meant to stoke growth to one meant to manage growth. In some ways, our economy is out on its own again for the first time in a long time, and we are all cautiously watching to see how it performs.

Geoff smith The economy has showed no signifiAssurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com cant proof that it is doing anything but driving on all cylinders. So the Federal Reserve committed to increasing its short-term interest rate back to close to pre-recession levels. With that news, mortgage interest rate-makers continued a steady increase this year before leveling off this summer at about 4.7 percent for a 30-year fixed conventional loan, according to MortgageNewsDaily. Since then, rates have sat relatively still.

While credit is indeed loosening and most U.S. companies are showing profits, economists and investors seem to be cautious. There are two things that are creating instability in their outlooks on future growth: a shortage of skilled labor and the potential for more tariffs. Investors are aggressive only when they feel comfortable in their understanding of where the economy is headed.

With unemployment at historic lows, it’s hard to imagine exactly how U.S. companies will be able to produce more product and grow. It is also hard to understand exactly how the trade-wars and tariffs that are being talked about will impact each sector of our economy – so investors don’t know exactly where to invest.

Until we see a solution for increasing the productivity in our U.S. companies that doesn’t include hiring more employees, and until we see a decision on what tariffs will be implemented by our government on foreign imports, and then on other governments on our exports, investors could remain cautious. And mortgage interest rates will likely stay close to where they are.

If you are a homebuyer, the bigger concern should be with rising home values. The problem of having a historically low unemployment rate means it’s very hard to find enough skilled labor to build enough houses to meet current demand.

While we are averaging close to 90,000 people a year moving to the Atlanta Metro area, we are only averaging close to around 20,000 new-home starts a year. And a very high percentage of those new homes are in the $400,000+ pricerange. Areas close to and inside the perimeter are largely built-out, and there are very few large swaths of undeveloped properties. So builders are paying more for smaller properties. And because of the labor shortage, they are having to pay more for skilled labor. This is making it very hard to

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build houses under $400,000 and still make a profit. As such, inventory levels in the under $400,000-market are at historic lows.

This market is extremely competitive with good deals going under contract less than a week after being listed. Buyers in this market are having to compete against multiple offers and agents are listing houses at prices that are as high as they think they will appraise for – and sometimes much higher.

Homebuyers in this market are forced to be aggressive, offering list price and short closing periods. To say it is a seller’s market is putting it mildly.

This competition is driving up home values by as much as 5 to 10 percent a year in some markets. This means if you are buying a $350,00 house and decide to wait, this same time next year you likely will pay between $17,500 $35,000 more. In terms of a monthly mortgage payment, that could mean paying between $80 and $170 more.

As we get used to this new economy, it will be interesting to see how all of this plays out. It is unlikely that homebuilders will find solutions for the labor shortage any time soon.

And unless demand for housing stalls, we can expect home values to continue to rise over the next several years.

Geoff Smith is a mortgage banker with Assurance Financial focusing on residential home loans for refinances and home purchases.

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Alpharetta’s new City Center celebrates historic occasion ALPHARETTA, Ga. – July 17 was a historic day for Alpharetta for a number of reasons.

Local dignitaries and guests assembled at City Center to celebrate placement of a historic marker recognizing the restoration of the Jones House by developer Morris & Fellows.

Among the dignitaries in attendance was one of the city’s oldest residents, George Jones, whose father and mother built the original structure in 1914.

The Joneses were the only family to ever occupy the house, which became a commercial property after the couple’s death.

Over the years, it housed a school, real estate office, landscape company and an appliance store before falling into disrepair.

“When we acquired the property that comprises Alpharetta City Center, we saw the potential in saving the house and making it a unique restaurant space,” said Cheri Morris, president of Morris & Fellows. “It has been wonderful to anticipate the future with Chef Taylor Neary, while also learning about the past from George, who lives nearby.”

The event also served to launch the opening of City Center’s first commercial enterprise, Restaurant Holmes.

Other shops and restaurants are scheduled to open throughout this summer and fall. The entire 5-acre commercial center will feature 20 retail shops, 11 restaurants, a four-story office building with retail on the first floor and apartments.

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Join for a full moon, martinis and light appetizers along with a garden exhibit of local artists’ works. Self-guided candle-lit tours are also available of the summer exhibit “Here Comes the Bride.”

The event will be held Friday, July 27, 8-10 p.m. at Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell. Reservations are $25 per person and include one free martini.

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POTLUCK LUNCH AND BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

What: Join for the monthly potluck to celebrate local’s birthdays. Bring a dish to share. Park Place will provide cake.

When: Thursday, July 26, noon Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: www.johnscreekga.gov/ parkplace

MILTON SUMMER NIGHTS PARTY

What: Live music with Canton Street Band, open bar, food from local restaurants, Live/ silent auction, wine pull and more.

When: Friday, July 27, 6-10 p.m.

Where: Little River Farms, 14505 Batesville Road, Milton Cost: $75 More info: miltoneaglesfootball.com

MONET’S WATER LILLIES PAINTING CLASS

What: An instructor will help you create a canvas in the Impressionist style inspired by Monet’s “Water Lilies.” Free and open to the public.

When: Saturday, July 28, 2 p.m.

Where: Northeast Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org

HOME BY DARK CONCERT SERIES

What: Guests include soulful-pop indie singer-songwriter Nathan Angelo and writer of Keith Urban’s Top 10 hit “I’m In” Georgia Middleman.

When: Saturday, July 28, 7:30-10:30 p.m.

Where: Brooke Street Park, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharetta.com

OPEN-HEARTH COOKING AND LIVING HISTORY

What: Living history interpreter and open-hearth cooking expert, Clarissa Clifton, will demonstrate making traditional Southern food in the Cook House with old cooking methods.

When: Saturday, July 28, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Smith Plantation, 953, Alpharetta Street, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

What: Join in a practice of “yogic sleep”a deeply meditative and healing practice that is accessible to all levels.

When: Sunday, July 29, 2:45 p.m.

Where: Grey Owl Mind-Body Studio, 6250 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek Cost: $15 in advance, $20 day of More info and tickets: greyowlmb.com

ZUMBA GOLD (FLEX)

What: This program combines international beats with strength training techniques to create an easy-to-follow, health-boosting dance fitness program.

When: Wednesday, Aug. 1, 9:30 a.m.

Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov/parkplace

JOB NETWORKING GARAGE SALE

What: Join for the annual garage sale benefiting RUMC’s Job Networking programs. Baked goods will also be available.

When: Thursday, Aug. 2, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

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

GARDEN TOUR MONDAYS

What: Enjoy a free 30-minute tour of the gardens and historic plants on the grounds of Barrington Hall.

When: Every Monday, through Sept. 24, 9:30 a.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

What: This program uses science-based tools to provide support for those who are affected by the addictive behavior of someone close to them. Not a twelve step program.

When: Monday, July 30, 7-8 p.m.

Where: DecisionPoint Wellness Center, 10700 State Bridge Road Suite 6, Johns Creek More info: smartrecovery.org

COOKING CLASS AT BARRINGTON HALL

What: Learn how to cook a “Scandinavian Dinner Party.” Cooking classes include complimentary wine and a free mini-tour of Barrington Hall.

When: Tuesday, July 31, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $50 More info and registration: roswellgov. com

FARMERS MARKETS, FOOD TRUCKS: ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY

What: Alpharetta’s weekly gathering returns with rotating food trucks and music each week. Six to eight food trucks from the Atlanta area will come out to help kick off the weekend early.

When: Thursdays, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., through Oct. 11 Where: Old Roswell Street in Alpharetta’s historic district More info: awesomealpharetta.com

ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET

What: The Alpharetta Farmers Market features fruits, vegetables, natural meats, fresh flowers and herbs, and a variety of home goods.

When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., through October Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS

What: Enjoy a variety of different food trucks each month along with familyfriendly entertainment and live music.

When: Friday, July 27, 6-8:30 p.m.

Where: Riverside Park, 575 Riverside Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

ROSWELL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

What: Don’t miss the opening day of the Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market.

Mix and mingle with friends, shop for fresh items and enjoy talking to the vendors.

When: Saturday, April 14, 8 a.m. – noon Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: “THE LAST FIVE YEARS”

What: Two New Yorkers leap into marriage while still in the honeymoon phase and try to stay together as ambition drives them apart. This is part of an Emerging Artists Series.

When: July 26-Aug. 5, times vary Where: The Performers Warehouse, 390 Winkler Drive, Alpharetta Cost: $30 More info and tickets: theperformerswarehouse.com

“THE JOURNEY”

What: An exhibit of ceramic sculptures inspired by artist Heida Hallorsdottir’s Icelandic roots. “The Journey” considered what happens to the soul after we die.

When: July 27-Sept. 14; MondaySaturday, 10 a.m.-5p.m.

Where: Roswell Art Center West, 1355 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: roswellclaycollective.com

TZOFIM FRIENDSHIP CARAVAN

What: A memorable performance of nine Israeli teen scouts who will be singing, dancing and sharing their personal stories.

When: Sunday, July 29, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: Congregation Dor Tamid, 11165 Parsons Road, Johns Creek Cost: $5 More info and tickets: dortamid.org

“GUYS AND DOLLS”

What: Guys and Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy, taking audiences from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, Cuba, and even into the sewers of New York City.

When: July 13-Aug. 5. Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta Cost: $20 for adults, $17 for seniors More info and tickets: act1theater.com

“CAMELOT”

What: Follow the story of the marriage of England’s King Arthur to Guinevere.

When: July 12-Aug. 5. ThursdaySaturday, 8 p.m. Sunday matinee at 3 p.m.

Where: The Cumming Playhouse, 101 School Street, Cumming Cost: Tickets start at $27.50 More info and tickets: playhousecumming.com

SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: MARGARET J. NOVOTNY

What: Margaret Novotny is a freelance photographer who loves to showcase nature at its best through vivid compositions that tell a story.

When: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., June 1-Aug. 31 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: mjnovotny.photography

LIBRARY EVENTS: MOVE IT TO IMPROVE IT!

What: This class is designed for individuals who are active with a limited amount of mobility and looking for a low impact fitness option.

When: Friday, July 27, 11 a.m.-noon Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: afpls.org or 770-640-3075

BIO-BUS: ANIMAL DIVERSITY

What: Bio-Bus teachers will introduce students to the diversity of life in the animal kingdom. Presented by Georgia State University’s Bio-Bus Program.

Ages 5-8. Registration required.

When: Friday, July 27, 1-3 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info and registration: afpls.org or 404-613-4050

SMOOTHIE MAKING 101

What: All you need to know about making healthy smoothies with recipes, the basics, tools, tips, healthy ideas and more.

When: Saturday, July 28, 1-2 p.m.

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

TIE-DYE IN JULY

What: Turn a plain white t into a psychedelic masterpiece. Materials are provided. Registration required. Ages 11-17.

When: Saturday, July 28, 3:30-5 p.m.

Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info and registration: afpls.org or 770-640-3075

DAD’S HAIR CAMP

What: Join Holly Preuss, hair stylist from Voila A Salon, as she leads dads (and moms) in quick lessons on to style their daughters’ hair. Bring a brush, bow and ponytail holders.

When: Sunday, July 29, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4402

SUMMER COOKING CLASS

What: Join Chef Lynn as she explores summer cooking. This week’s class is on healthy summer fruit desserts.

When: Monday, July 30, 6-7:30 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

STORIES FOR SHORTIES (WITH PIGS)

What: Friendship Ranch will be bring two special guests to story time: Penelope Rose and Hamlet, both pigs.

They will read books about pigs as well.

When: Tuesday, July 31, 10:30-11 a.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4402

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Get outside, Georgia:

Cooling off and paying it forward If you do very much in the outof-doors, one thing you’ve learned is that outdoorsminded folks are very big on giving back and paying forward – and when either of those is the STEVE HUDSON subject, it’s hard to Get Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net find more passionate folks than the members of Trout Unlimited, an organization whose members are passionate about trout fishing and cold-water conservation.

On Saturday, July 28, members of several Georgia TU chapters will be putting their passion into action by taking part in a “workday” on a sparkling little trout stream in the Chattahoochee National Forest.

Sure, it’s work. But it’s fun work with a purpose – and (on a hot July day) it’s cool and refreshing too. And there’s barbecue at the end.

Stream workdays, notes Foothills TU Chapter President Bruce Johnson, are held several times a year on various streams in northern Georgia and are designed to enhance trout habitat. Bruce’s TU chapter is leading this particular workday, which is being held in conjunction with the National Forest Service and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.

Typically, a workday involves construction of in-stream structures under the direction of Forest Service personnel.

Volunteers provide the muscle needed to turn plans into reality by moving rocks, hauling logs, driving steel anchor rods with sledge hammers and handling whatever else needs to be done.

“It’s hard work,” Bruce says.

“There’s no doubt about that. But it’s the thing to do. You can’t be a fly fisher without caring about this kind of thing.”

Although organized by Trout Unlimited chapters, workdays are open to anyone (whether a TU member or not) who wants some hands-on involvement in enhancing Georgia’s outdoors.

If you take part in a stream workday, what should you bring?

“Bring clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty and wet,” Bruce said.

A pair of work gloves is a good idea too. You’ll also need water shoes (“You won’t need waders since the creek is very small,” Bruce pointed out). Bug spray is also a good idea.

Note that you’ll have to wear a hardhat while working; hardhats will be provided. Water will be provided, too,

On Saturday, July 28, members of several Georgia TU chapters will be putting their passion into action by taking part in a “workday” on a sparkling little trout stream in the Chattahoochee National Forest. but it’s always a good idea to bring your own water bottle.

Because room for parking is extremely limited on the Forest Service road which leads to the work area, volunteers will be meeting at the large parking area at Unicoi Gap where the Appalachian Trail crosses GA 75 (just north of Mile Marker 15) and then carpooling to the site. Plans are to meet at the parking area no later than 8:30 a.m. that morning.

If you’re coming from the Roswell area, you might even want to meet Trout Unlimited’s Upper Chattahoochee Chapter treasurer Mark Romzick at 6:30 a.m. at the Waffle House on Holcomb Bridge Road east of GA 400, and then follow him to the meeting area.

No matter how you get there, the work will take place from 9 a.m. till about noon, when the Foothills Trout Unlimited Chapter will say “thank you” to the volunteers by serving a barbecue lunch.

Speaking of food, it’s worth noting that these stream enhancement workdays are kind of like that certain brand of potato chips – you can’t stop at just one. Volunteers – Mark included – apparently find the experience mildly addictive and always look forward to

the next one.

“I’ve been doing them for at least a decade and probably longer,” he says, recalling that he took part in in his first stream enhancement workday not long after moving to Atlanta.

I’ve been a part of several workdays, too, and let me tell you that it’s a rewarding experience. Sure, I’m tired (and a little bit sore!) the next day. But there’s nothing like helping to build a stream enhancement structure, breaking for lunch, and then coming back to discover that a tiny wild trout has already set up shop in the new habitat that you helped to build.

Payback happens that quickly, but the payout lasts for years.

If you’d like to participate in this workday, please let the TU folks know you’re coming (so there will be enough barbecue at lunchtime) by sending your name, email and cell number to Bruce (at brucefoothillstu@outlook.com) or Mark (at mromzick@aol.com or at treasurer@ ucctu.org). You can find additional info on the Upper Chattahoochee TU Chapter’s Facebook page (www.facebook. com/ucctu).

For more info on Georgia’s Trout Unlimited chapters, visit georgiatu.org.

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Fulton County Schools football players and coaches recently discussed their upcoming seasons at the Countdown to Kickoff event on July 20. Top left: Alpharetta head coach Jacob Nichols with seniors Jack Barton (left) and Dane Motley. Top right: Ahmad Stephens (left) with Chattahoochee head coach Vince Strine and Max Webb.

Bottom left: Centennial head coach Michael Perry with Jack Barton (left) and Max Brosmer. Bottom right: Senior Jordan Yates (left) and Joseph Charleston with Milton head coach Adam Clack.

Countdown to Kickoff previews 2018 season

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Football season is just around the corner, and in what has become an annual tradition, Fulton County Schools hosted its Countdown to Kickoff media day to highlight the county’s 16 football programs.

Head coaches and standout players discussed the offseason and their outlook for the 2018 campaign along with Steven Craft, Fulton County School’s athletic director, and keynote speakers who have competed in the NFL. Alpharetta’s Jacob Nichols discussed the Raiders’ region championship and run to the quarterfinals last season, as well as previewing the upcoming season.

He was joined by linebacker Dane Motley and defensive end/tight end Jack Stanton, both entering their senior seasons.

Cambridge was represented by head

coach Craig Bennett and seniors Ridge Polk and Kasra Bojnordi. The Bears are looking to improve on last season’s 4-6 record.

Coming off their first playoff win in 15 years, Centennial head coach Michael Perry spoke of his expectation for the Knights in his second season at the helm. Senior quarterback Max Brosmer and senior defensive end Jack Barton previewed the offense and defense for the Knights this season.

Chattahoochee head coach Vince Strine, entering his fifth season as head coach of the Cougars, spoke highly of running back Max Webb and lineman Ahmad Stephens. The Cougars reached the playoffs for the first time in five seasons last year.

Johns Creek’s Matt Helmerich outlined his goals for his second season leading the Gladiators. He was joined by two seniors, including running back

Nate Hope and lineman Aaron Hamilton.

Northview’s James Thomson is also in his second year in North Fulton after the Titans went 2-8 in his inaugural campaign at the helm. Thomson and the Titans were unable to attend due to a football camp, but Thomson sent a statement outlining some of Northview’s players to watch this season.

Milton is coming off a run to the second round of the playoffs and head coach Adam Clack was joined by senior safety Joseph Charleston and quarterback Jordan Yates. Charleston and Yates outlined their goals for their senior seasons before each player joins D1 programs. Charleston will attend Clemson, while Yates recently committed to Georgia Tech.

Roswell will look to rebound from a 3-8 campaign last season under second year head coach Matt Kemper. Center Alex Nikolich and strong safety Sam An-

tona joined Kemper ahead of their senior seasons.

North Fulton was also represented by one of the keynote speakers.

Clint Boling, a Chattahoochee graduate currently playing on the offensive line with the Cincinnati Bengals, spoke to the players and coaches about his playing career, including his eight seasons in the NFL. Former UGA and Cleveland Browns wide receiver Mohamed Massaquoi also served as a keynote speaker.

Appen Media Group will be publishing a special “Friday Night Lights” publication ahead of the 2018 season which will highlight the history, rivalries and rosters of North Fulton and Forsyth County private and public football programs. The publication will be available the week of Aug. 13. Appen’s football preview section will publish on Aug. 16 in our weekly papers.

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By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Athletes from North Fulton recently returned home with a bronze medal after excelling on the national stage.

North Fulton’s Special Olympics group, the Special K’s, recently won a bronze medal at the Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle, Washington. The Games are held every four years and showcases athletes with intellectual disabilities.

The organization’s unified soccer team, which pairs traditional Special Olympics athletes with partners without disabilities, won the bronze playing as the Georgia team.

The team is composed of students and former students of Centennial, Cambridge, Johns Creek, Chattahoochee and the Cottage School ranging from teenagers to young adults.

The USA Games mirrors the Olympic Games with athletes from around the country competing for their state in various sports, including weightlifting, swimming, gymnastics, basketball and volleyball.

Chris Bray of the Special K’s said the experience felt like a true Olympic atmosphere with delegates of athletes representing each state and competitors and fans collecting pins from each state.

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The special K’s, a local agency of the Special Olympics, recently won the unified soccer bronze medal at the USA Games in Seattle, Washington. ibly special. The highlight for me was to watch how the athletes were treated. The organizers made it a once in a lifetime experience for everyone that participated.”

The Special K’s unified soccer team competed in 7-on-7 play with four traditional Special Olympic athletes and three partners. They were the first soccer team from Georgia to compete in the Games and eventually captured the bronze medal with a 3-2 win over the South Carolina team.

“We were all so elated,” Bray said. “To be able to bring home an Olympic medal, I was speechless.”

Head coach Marty Jelleme said the experience was one of the most emotion-

al weeks of his life.

“It was good to win,” said player Rohan Kapur. “I want to play again and get the Gold.”

Fellow player Morgan Maiorino said she was proud to say she played her part in the team’s success and Senator Greene was proud the team’s hard work was rewarded.

“I hope I can be as brave as our athletes, as generous as our unified partners and as caring and compassionate as our coaches,” said Charles Greene, Senator’s father.

The Special K’s are an independent agency of the Special Olympics. The group trains in Johns Creek and membership is open to all athletes.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Several Webb Bridge Middle School students recently had their projects advance in the Georgia Student Media Festival.

All projects from Webb Bridge were awarded A-level scores, with Varsha Jacob’s video “Soul Alive” garner ing a perfect score and Best in Show Award.

Shreeya Sinha’s video “Unlucky Day” received a Superior Award.

Akshara Dasari’s animation project “Penguin” and the video “A Tale of Two Generations” - created by the team of Shravika Pendyala, Ayati Srivastava, Saisiri Tangirala, Poojitha Kommineni, Charu Kshirsagar and Ramya Nemala also received Merit Awards.

Webb Bridge was the only Fulton County middle school with 2018 state festival winners.

From left stand award recipients Akshara Dasari, Varsha Jacob and Shreeya Sinha.

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Roswell opens park to Atlanta Petanque League

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Francophiles or those looking to learn a new game can now join the Atlanta Petanque League which has created a club at Roswell’s Grimes Bridge Park.

Originating in France, Petanque is similar to English bowls and bocce from Italy. Played either as singles or in teams, players throw balls in an attempt to get closest to a target ball, dubbed the cochonnet, which translates to “little pig.”

Points are based on the balls which land closest to the cochonnet.

The game can be played on any surface but is generally contested on crushed gravel such as the courts at Grimes Bridge Park.

Peter Gibson, who founded the Atlanta Petanque League last year, said the game is easy to learn but hard to master.

It also builds a sense of community.

“The vision of the Atlanta Petanque League is to combine culture and community,” Gibson said. “Some people come for the social element, and it’s a lot of fun. Others come to compete, and some come for both.”

It was a festive atmosphere for the club’s most recent event on July 14,

Bastille Day. Around 40 players gathered by the river along Oxbo Road to play before dining and drinking at a club member’s home.

Players of all skill levels and ages, from those who have competed at international competitions to players who had never before thrown a “boule,” were teamed together to compete.

“It’s very friendly,” Gibson said. “You get free instruction and it’s amazing the number of people who immediately capture how fun it is.”

Catherine Thille grew up in France and was surrounded by the game in her youth. She said each Sunday her family would spend all day playing, but it was not until recently she began to appreciate the game.

“It’s a fun way to spend a Saturday morning,” she said. “You can come out to play just to have fun or you can gain experience and take it to the next level.”

The club competes at Grimes Bridge Park from 10 a.m.-noon on the first and third Saturday of each month. Members can also compete at the club’s Buckhead location which gathers on the second and fourth Saturday of each month.

Gibson hopes to grow the league, and the sense of community it fosters, throughout Metro Atlanta. He aims to

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The Atlanta Petanque League competes every other week at Roswell’s Grimes Bridge Park. Petanque is similar to Italian bocce where players throw balls in an attempt to land closest to a target ball.

create clubs around the area and have inter-club play.

Some of the league’s members will also compete on the international stage this November at the Amelia Island Open in Florida.

Those looking to try out the game can play three games for free. An annual membership is $65. For more information, visit atlantapetanqueleague.com.

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Fellowship Christian renovates stadium

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Fellowship Christian athletes now have a bigger stadium and a new field where they can make memories.

The school has made permanent updates to its stadium and Bob Lord Field, including construction of bleachers to expand the stadium’s capacity and the installation of new turf.

Fellowship Athletic Director David Lowery said the overhaul will benefit the school’s athletes as well as its community.

“Our student athletes put so much work into practices and getting ready for games,” Lowery said. “This gives them better facilities to play in and showcase their talents. It allows our community to come out on game nights and have a structure that is designed to hold as many people as we can get in here and be comfortable.”

Lowery said the field’s turf was around 10 years old and needed to be replaced. With so many sports being contested on the field, from the school’s K-5 athletic program to high school varsity squads, the decision was made to go with FieldTurf’s top product.

“It gives us a field that can take the constant use,” Lowery said.

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Fellowship supporters will have a better view of the field following the renovation. soccer, football and lacrosse. It is also designed to be safer and cooler for players.

The newly-installed field stays 20 degrees cooler than traditional turf, and its cooling system does not have to be activated with water, Lowery said.

“With Georgia heat, you spray water on the field to activate the cooling system and it might cool it down for a little while, but when it evaporates it turns into a steam bath,” Lowery said.

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Though Lowery said the capstone walls and sloped, grassy areas of the stadium were unique, the school sought a more uniform seating arrangement.

The new stands, which are currently being completed, will seat over 1,100.

Seats have also been raised and will provide fans with a better view of the action on the field.

“We are hoping to improve the game day experience and build the community of Fellowship athletics,” Lowery

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said. “And as we win more games, more people want to come out and see the Paladins.”

Lowery said there are also plans to bring in portable bleachers to accommodate larger crowds or to meet the GHSA’s seating requirement. For semifinal football games, the GHSA requires at least 2,000 seats in Class A-Private and portable bleachers were brought in to accommodate supporters when the Paladins reached that round in 2016.

There are plans to build a second permanent seating structure on the visiting side, a project dependent on fundraising. Lowery said the current renovation is Phase I of the total project.

Funds were raised by the school and its booster clubs.

“We’re trying to be good stewards from a Biblical perspective with regards to debt,” Lowery said. “We’re trying to not take out any loans for any construction projects.”

The school’s athletic director said he is excited about the updates and anticipates the renovation will continue to unite Fellowship athletics and its supporters.

“It helps build a community and showcase it in a venue where people are starting to see what the future can look like on this campus,” Lowery said. “The Lord has just blessed us with a great vision and we’re just trusting him to follow him and being good stewards.”

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Bookkeeper - Full time

North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) has an immediate position available as Bookkeeper to work with the Controller.

Applicants must have 3 years’ experience with QuickBooks Desktop and Microsoft Office Suite. Salesforce a plus. NFCC is a locally supported, volunteer based organization serving a diverse population in North Fulton with emergency needs. Background check, drug screen and e-Verify required.

Job description and application available or submit resume, cover letter and salary history to lszabela@nfcchelp.org

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Communications/Marketing Manager: Implement comprehensive communications and public relations plan including outreach opportunities, electronic, print and branded materials; social media; speakers bureau. Requires strong oral and written skills. NFCC is a locally supported, volunteer based organization serving a diverse population in North Fulton with emergency needs. Background check, drug screen and e-Verify required. Job description and application available or submit resume, cover letter, writing sample and salary history to info@ nfcchelp.org.

Donation Door Supervisor: Supervise Thrift Shop donation intake and back door volunteers.

Requires heavy lifting. NFCC is a locally supported nonprofit organization serving the community of North Fulton. Background check, drug screen and e-Verify required. Job description and application available at 11270 Elkins Road, Roswell 30076 or submit resume to Tina Adams tadams@nfcchelp.org

E X E C U T I V E DIRECTOR For proposed adult day care/senior center.

Email info to stan@ krk52.com

Custodian Custodian $13.42 hour w/ full benefits. This includes duties such as cleaning and stocking bathrooms, picking up paper, cleanup of facilities, and removing trash from parks, pavilions, and buildings. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Shift work. Details at w w w.suwanee.com.

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Knowledge of SalesForce, emailing, phone systems. Salary open. Hrs 9-4:30.

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Full-time PRIVATE SCHOOL BUS DRIVER Needed for school in local area. CDL’s with P & S endorsement required. Must have clean motor vehicle record. Very good pay!

Safe area.770-8878317

PRIVATE SCHOOL BUS DRIVER - Lilburn and Johns Creek.

Apply providence christianacademy. org/employment FRONT DESK/DENTAL North Fulton dental office has opening for front desk staff member. Must have outstanding communication skills, be proficient with computers, energetic, flexible and present a professional appearance.

Front office experience a plus but will train the right person. If interested & meet the above qualifications, please send resume to n o r t h f u l t o n d e n t a l o ff i c e @gmail.com

Part-time

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ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER

Now Hiring

Grant Writer: Part-time. Grant Writer will research, prepare, submit and manage grant proposals to fund NFCC programs and operations.

Requires excellent writing and communication skills and proven track record securing grant awards. BA and 3 years’ experience nonprofit environment. . NFCC is a locally supported, volunteer based organization serving a diverse population in North Fulton with emergency needs. Drug free workplace, eVerify. Job description available or submit resume, cover letter, writing sample and salary history to info@nfcchelp.org

Part-time FRONT DESK Doctors office. Computer experience. Pleasant team player. Positive attitude.

Alpharetta/ Roswell.

Resume: medoffice123@gmail. com

15-hour per week position with flexible hours. A H/S diploma or GED equivalent is required. A degree from an accredited 2 year college is preferred.

Competence in building maintenance and grounds keeping are essential. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, have good interpersonal, computer and organizational skills. The job requires successful completion of a criminal records and child abuse background check, a valid driver’s license and the ability to perform physical tasks that include climbing ladders, lifting and carrying supplies and moving tables/chairs.

Please send resume or letter with qualifications to: alpharettajobopening@gmail.com.

Sales

Moving Sale

Garage Sale

CUMMING 6755 Waveland Drive.

Friday 7/27, Saturday 7/28, 8am-3pm. Lamps, pictures, TV cabinet, sofa etc

CUMMING Peachtree Court Subdivision; 1560 Cobble Creek Way 30041.

Saturday 7/28 and Saturday 7/29, 8am-3pm.

Huge whole house sale!

Fill your position CALL 770-442-3278 to place your ad

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MAIN CLASSIFIEDS continued from page 37 Moving Sale ROSWELL 570 Upper Hembree Road 30076. Friday 7/27 and Saturday 7/28, 9AM-2PM. F u r n i t u r e , kitchenware, collectibles, clothing, appliances and MORE!!

Yard Sale ROSWELL 245 Alpine Drive 30075. Friday 7/27 and Saturday 7/28, 9am-12pm. Turning woodwork tools and machines; furniture; bedroom suite; washer and dryer; freezer; and MUCH more!

Animals Pets for Sale GOLDEN DOODLE MINI PUPPIES DOB 5/1/18. Parents on site. $200 nonrefundable deposit. $2000 each. 770569-5508

Bargains Furniture HAMMOCK STAND, 15’, good condition. $50. 770-640-6250 VANITY DESK: Dark oak, mirror, 3 drawers, new $80/negotiable.

678-663-5953 BARSTOOLS (3) 30” cherry $300. 404-8893233 BEDROOM SUITE: Exquisite ash contemporary modern.

Tallboy dresser, mirrored dresser (60” wide), headboard with side drawers, double bed $5000. 404-7503329

Furniture

Miscellaneous

Cemetery

Real Estate

DINING TABLE: Solid cherry 48” round. Leaf, pad, 4 upholstered chairs $500. 770-3806646

STROLLERS $40. 404889-3233

Cemetery

Office Space for Rent

DINING ROOM TABLE, glass top, cherry inlay, 6 covered roll-back chairs $800. 404-889-3233 WINGBACK CHAIRS-2: wooden frame, need to be recovered $50/both.

770-640-6250 SLEIGH BED, cherry/ mahogany queen, Downsizing. Excellent condition! Pictures on request. $575. 404788-4676 TEAK DINING-ROOM SUITE: Danish modern, 6-table setting, 80” wide hutch, 32” wide bar on rollers $5000. 404-7503329.

FREE-Sofa bed, queen size, good mattress.

Royal blue. You haul.

812-243-1575 BEIGE LEATHER CHAIR with footstool, good condition $100.

770-640-6250

Household Refrigerator/Freezer: White GE Profile sideby-side, $225. 678-4284157

Medical Equipment E L E C T R I C MOTORIZED LIFT CHAIR: Gently used, black leather. $300.

216-789-4422 R E C L I N I N G WHEELCHAIR: Navy leather. Hardly used. $300. 470-695-7072

Miscellaneous DINING ROOM TABLE, glass top, cherry inlay, 6 covered roll-back chairs $800. 404-889-3233

FRIGIDAIRE FREEZER $125. 404-889-3233

Musical Instruments

ARLINGTON MEMORIAL PARK 2 plots, $2500 each.

770-354-5915 leave message

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

Sacrifice $1650 obo.

678-445-3654

Greenlawn/Roswell 2 lots, Garden of Prayers Section. $5000 each. 641-799-5529 or email beverlyL0602@ yahoo.com

Recreation

GREENLAWN CEMETERY 2 great lots, Fountain Side. Open and close graves being paid for.

Price $8000. Email: jake4228@att.net

RADIO CONTROLLED AIRCRAFT: 8-scale PT-17 Stearman $225.

AT-6 North American Trainer, retractable landing gear & flaps $225. Amphibian float plane $125. quarterscale aircraft Piper J-3, fuel classic aircraft scale $900. Carbon Cub quarter-scale-fuel $900. Quarter-scale Champion Citbra, flaps $1150. Many many more! All mint, uncrashed condition; as new. 770-354-7340 SKIS, BOOTS, POLES, womens’ and mens’ 7/1/2 and 9-1/2. $400.

404-889-3233 BOSE RADIO, good condition $75. 770-6406250 12ft Gheenoe, good condition, great for fishing, $500 OBO, 404-374-9063

Cemetery G R E E N L AW N ROSWELL garden of Fountains, Lots 24C, 3 and 4. $7500.both negotiable.

770475-7624 ARLINGTON-SANDY SPRINGS 2 lots Pine Hill Section. $6000/both (1/3 current price!) 770-364-8208

BUY IT! SELL IT! FIND IT!

IT’S IN THE CLASSIFIEDS! TO PLACE YOUR AD CALL 770-442-3278

OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE IN D O W N T O W N ALPHARETTA Office(s) for lease on North Main Street (Alpharetta Highway) near downtown Alpharetta.

Great visibility and convenient location to downtown Alpharetta and Windward Pkwy. Two adjacent spaces totaling approximately 1,000 square feet. $1800 per month for both spaces or open to leasing partial space Ready to move In Jly 1 Turn key ready to go! Easy, Even some furniture included. Low cost of entry. If you are looking for a great location and tired of working out of your home, this space is for you. Everything included, cleaning, trash pick up, utilities.

Private entrance is available and Use of building conference room. Great space for professional services, or any local company needing convenient, affordable, space. Call Christina at 770-5278178. Available Juy 1

NATIONAL ADVERTISING Business Services Business Opportunity INVESTORS WANTED Used car dealer with 8 years experience looking for investors.

Great return! Many references. Call/text William 404-446-6146

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SERVICE DIRECTORY Service Directory AC/Heating Heating, Air, Plumbing servicing and install.

Insured - Certification #859293363150.

678-756-2059 manthonyhvac@gmail. com

Air Conditioning Air Plus Co Inc. 24/7 Service Service / Installation Affordable Rates Residential / Commercial Will Beat all written estimates 30 yrs. exp.

Licensed and Insured Call Steve 678-270-8108 (cell) Cleaning Services Housecleaning quality care for your home.

Free Estimates and References. Martina 678-656-4492.

We know clean, leave the details to us!

ESTATE HOME CLEAN UP Divorcing?

Loved one going into senior care?

Specialized detailed cleaning, packing boxes with list of items. Debris cleanup, charity donation, interior/exterior window cleaning, pressure washing.

Loving Hands by JW and Company Inc. 678463-4577. jennifer@ jwcompanyinc.com

Concrete/Asphalt RETAINING WALLS & CONCRETE WORK We build retaining walls. Local, reliable, honest, experienced.

Call Ralph at 678-8987237

Concrete/Asphalt

Flooring

Haulers

WE FIX UGLY DRIVEWAYS AND PATIOS.

PHILLIPS FLOORING Hardwood, laminate, carpet & tile installation and repairs. We do tile floors, showers, tub surrounds and kitchen back-splashes.

Re-grouting is also available. Call 678-8871868 for free estimate.

Bush Hogging, Clearing, Grading, Hauling etc. Many local references. Call Ralph Rucker at 678-8987237

$150 OFF any job over $1500 New or Repair: Driveways, patios, sidewalks, walls.

Residential or Commercial.

Call for FREE estimate.

Ask for Dave McKemey. 678-6482010.

Professional, competitive, many local references.

Driveway REPAIR or REPLACEMENT Driveways, patios, sidewalks, walls. $150 off any job over $1500. Residential or Commercial. For a FREE estimate call Dave of McKemey Concrete and Hardscapes 678-9142576. Competitive pricing. Many local references

Electricians Anything electrical including new installs, repairs, designs, consulting, troubleshooting & wi-fi cameras for all your security needs. Terry @770-449-4959 E L E C T R I C A L , CEILING FANS and OUTLETS. Call Michael at 678-756-2059. manthonyhvac@gmail. com

Flooring Install/Repairs: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl Wood floors, Backsplashes, and Shower surrounds.

Carpet wrinkles removed! Call today for estimate! 706-429-4453

Gutters AARON’S ALL-TYPE GUTTERS Repaired and Installed. Covers, siding, soffit, facia. www.aarons-gutters. com. Senior citizen discount! 770-934-2766

Handyman RELIABLE HOME REPAIRS: 22 years experience.

References.

Electrical, plumbing, carpentry, wood rot repair, siding, painting, pressure washing.

Free estimates! 770-6050340

Kitchen,

Bath:

Plumbing, Electrical Drywall; Other Repairs/Installations.

Home Maintenance.

Senior discounts and affordable rates! 20 years experience. Mike 678-986-4833 ALL CARPENTRY & REPAIRS: Roof Leaks, Wood Rot Repair, Siding, Deck Repairs and Refinishing, Painting, Doors/ Windows.

Excellent References. 404-8950260 TRS HANDYMAN SERVICES Carpentry, Painting, Electrical and MORE Excellent References.

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Home Improvement Finegan Home Improvements LLC: License #RBQA004932.

R e m o d e l i n g , handyman. 31 years experience. Basements finished, decks, screen porches, doors, drywall, painting, flooring, custom kitchens, bathrooms.

All insurance. Paul Finegan 404-353-5611 Phillips Home Improvement We offer drywall, painting, carpentry, plumbing and electrical.

Basements finished, kitchen and bath rehabs.

All types flooring. Also total home rehab for those who have a rental house or one to sell.

Call 678-887-1868 for a free estimate

JOHNS ROOFING & HOME REPAIR

Exterior/Interior. New roofing/repairs. Concrete repaired.

Driveways installed. Install walkways/ Foundation repairs.

Commercial/residential painting. Sealcoat, striping parking lots. Licensed, insured, references.

30 years experience.

Affordable pricing.

Summer discounts.

Veteran & senior discounts. 470-246-9518, 404-374-6139 Landscaping RAS Landscape Design Installation A full service landscape company capable of doing your job. 25+ years experience.

Ralph 678-898-7237

Landscaping

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Reader Advisory: The National Trade Association we belong to has purchased the following classifieds. Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication.

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CONGRATULATIONS North Fulton Office Recognizes Top Performers TOP 25 SALES ASSOCIATES / YTD JAN — JUN

THE KLOSTER GROUP 404-784-5287

MICHELE COLLINS 678-614-9662

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