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Police confiscate drugs following traffic stop ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A Buford man faces felony drug charges after police busted him driving with a kilo of cocaine April 1 on Westside Parkway. The Alpharetta Police Department announced the drug arrest April 13 on its Facebook page. Muhammad Abdullah Abdul Jalil, 41, of Hamilton Chase Run, Buford, was charged with trafficking cocaine, trafficking methamphetamine, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and multiple traffic offenses stemming from the bust. A patrol officer spotted Abdul Jalil at a traffic signal in a BMW 328 and became suspicious when he put the sports sedan in reverse and nearly collided with the car behind him. The officer stopped the car and noticed an open parcel package in the backseat that contained a visible Mason jar with marijuana. Abdul Jalil told the officer he’s a mechanic and the car was a dealership vehicle having clutch issues. Police said the man became nervous when a K9 arrived on scene and officers asked him to step out of the car. Officers searched the vehicle and found 13 small Mason jars of marijuana in the parcel package. Police then arrested Abdul Jalil and continued searching the vehicle. Officers found the kilogram of “brick” form cocaine vacuum sealed inside a backpack. Police also found eight ounces of methamphetamine, 52 grams of marijuana and over $9,000 in cash inside the vehicle. Based off the findings, investigators obtained a warrant to search a storage unit at an undisclosed location, where they seized six guns and 2,438 grams of additional drugs, ac-

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Chianti Myshele Prince, 33, of Riverwood Lane, Roswell, was arrested April 4 on Riverwood Lane for possession of controlled substance. Kristopher Edward Paul, 38, of Creekwood Trail NE, Marietta, was arrested April 10 on Old Holcomb Bridge Road for possession of schedule II controlled substance, possession of marijuana and possession of firearm or knife during the commission of certain crimes. John Edwin Wysotski, 64, of Anclote Drive, Johns Creek, was arrested April 10 on Market Boulevard for DUI. Parish Shaquille Anderson, 29, of Hawkstone Way, Alpharetta, was arrested April 7 on Holcomb Bridge Road for possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. Brittney Michelle Jones, 31, of Highland Pine Drive, Duluth, was arrested April 8 on Holcomb Bridge Road for DUI and possession of controlled substances with intent to distribute. Dane Skaric, 53, of Morris Road, Alpharetta, was arrested April 11 on Holcomb Bridge Road for DUI. Melvin Escobar, 38, of Wood Creek Court, Roswell, was arrested April 11 on Alpharetta Street for DUI, no license, improper lane change and open container.

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police were dispatched to a fatal collision involving a wrong-way driver early April 9 on Ga. 400. Police said the crash happened just before 3 a.m. on the state highway’s northbound exit ramp at Old Milton Parkway. Two vehicles were involved and both drivers suffered serious injuries and were transported to North Fulton Hospital. Montana Elizabeth Glenny died at the hospital, according to an incident report. The 23-year-old Marietta woman was listed as a manager of a Peace, Love and Pizza shop a little over a mile away from the crash site. Glenny was suspected of driving on the wrong side of the roadway, police indicated. Melissa Sue Peyton, 29, of Sandy Springs, was driving a Dodge Avenger, the other vehicle involved, according to the incident report.

Duluth woman rescued after driving into pond

ROSWELL, Ga. — Police were to a dispatched to Garrard Landing Park late April 8 after a woman drove her car into the reservoir and reported that she was sinking. Police found the Duluth woman in a pond near the Johns Creek Water Treatment center, and she was suspected of being intoxicated. Brittney Michelle Jones, 31, of Highland Pine Drive, was charged with DUI and possession of controlled substances with intent to distribute. It was unclear how Jones got her Kia Soul into the pond. Police said the vehicle was about 25 yards deep in a wooded walking path, submerged two-thirds of the way in the reservoir. Officers found an empty wine bottle on the passenger floorboard and a cellophane sandwich bag that contained several individually packaged baggies of meth and amphetamine pills.

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ROSWELL, Ga. — Police responded to Rucker Road on April 8 on the report of a theft. A woman told officers she used the online classified site OfferUp to make a deal to buy an Apple watch and Airpods. The victim said she sent the suspect $350 electronically for the items and made arrangements to meet. But the seller never showed up to deliver the items.

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Rows of garden vegetables await harvesting at Old Rucker Farm in Alpharetta. The Grow-A-Row program at the site helps supplement the food bank at North Fulton Community Charities.

City launches Grow-A-Row Program at Old Rucker Farm BY ADAM DARBY adam@appenmedia.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — This month marks the opening of Alpharetta’s Grow-A-Row Program at Old Rucker Farm. The volunteer-based effort is an expansion of the farm’s current produce donation program through a partnership with North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC). The farm serves as an educational tool for harvesting produce while also sharing space with the future Old Rucker Park which is still in the conceptual development phase. Grow-A-Row was conceived in response to the increased need for supportive programs during the pandemic. “The Alpharetta Grow-A-Row program was created to serve a need that has been magnified by the COVID-19 pandemic,” Alpharetta Community Services Manager Amanda Musilli said. “Knowing how the pandemic has affected countless families in the area, two incredible volunteers,

Mike Ruggiero and James Graeme, wanted the farm to be able to continue to donate produce to the [NFCC] Food Pantry year-round.” Ruggiero and Graeme raised the money to create food producing rows and spent hours creating the space to make this possible. With the grounds in place, the program has garnered volunteer support from the community with groups contributing and harvesting the produce. The gardens help provide local families in need with fresh produce. “I think it is fantastic,” said, Melody Fortin, NFCC director of Food Pantry Services. “The fact that so many volunteers and groups came together to do this for others in the community is fantastic. It also takes the work and divides it among many, so there is less likelihood of it becoming too much work for a few. The best part of it is the ability to provide such healthy and great-tasting produce to our families that they cannot afford.” The city held its first harvest April 16.

Lettuce and radishes were ready. Kale and collards are on tap for this week’s harvest. While conducting weekly weigh-ins and logs of the harvest produced, volunteers hope to harvest a total of 4,500 pounds of food for the charity within its first year. The city has had more than 60 volunteers sign up to help, and that allowed for teams of volunteers to be assigned to each row. Each volunteer has donated a minimum of five hours each week. “We are very happy to be working with the incredible people at NFCC, and they have expressed happiness with the program,” Musilli said. “We also believe that that access to fresh, healthy and nourishing food is a right, not a privilege…I am very fortunate to be able to spend my days working toward solving a piece of this challenge that many in our community face.” Old Rucker Farm is at 900 Rucker Road. For more information, contact Amanda Musilli via email at amusilli@ alpharetta.ga.us.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — City leaders got an updated roster of street and parks projects in line for funding if voters approve special taxes this fall. The City Council heard a report on the latest cost estimates for street upgrades that would be funded if voters pass a five-year extension to the current county-wide transportation sales tax, or TSPLOST. If approved on the November ballot, the .75-cent sales tax would bring in an estimated $59 million to Alpharetta, all targeted for local street and pedestrian improvements. Right now, city leaders have listed some 13 top-tier projects totaling $50 million for funding. Among the most expensive would be $10 million for Webb Bridge Road widening and improvements from Morris Road to the Greenway. Another $10 million is targeted for the North Point Parkway Corridor, although that would not fund all the city has planned for the area. Alpharetta Public Works Director Pete Sewczwicz said the total cost of all the improvements targeted for North Point will run from $30-$40 million. The $10 million in TSPLOST money, he said, would be seed money to draw grants, possibly from the Georgia DOT or other agencies. Cumming Street improvements would receive $7.3 million, maybe half the cost anticipated to fully upgrade the route, Sewczwicz said. Other top-tier projects on the list include mid-block crosswalks at Alpharetta Elementary School and at Manning Oaks Elementary, an Alpha Loop extension from Old Milton Parkway to Northwinds Parkway and improved pedestrian crossings from City Center to surrounding churches. The list also includes about eight other lower-tier projects that would be funded if more sales tax money flows in above the conservative estimate. Sewczwicz said that because costs for asphalt and labor in flux currently, he would like another couple of weeks to present final, best-guess cost estimates before the City Council finalizes the list.

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Continued from Page 4 “I’d like one more stab at it before it comes up for a final vote,” he said. The council also heard the latest update on a proposed $29.5 million bond to fund Alpharetta Parks. Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director Morgan Rodgers highlighted a list of 11 items focused on upgrading and expanding services at the city’s parks. Wills Park is under consideration for about a third of the funding, with $5 million going toward the build-out of the Equestrian Park. Another $4 million would go toward redesign and upgrades to trails, the dog park and the disc golf course, among other amenities. There was lengthy discussion about a $3 million allocation to preserve and expand the park at the historic Farmhouse community at the northeast corner of Ga. 400 and Old Milton Parkway. Councilman Dan Merkel said he had to question whether investing in what is basically a historic site that sits right next to one of the busiest highways in Metro Atlanta is a good idea.

He said he doubts it would draw a lot of visitors. Those that did walk down, he said, would see a plaque, “and Ga. 400 is going to be right on your shoulder.” But Councilman Donald Mitchell, who has pushed for added funding to the arts and history throughout his terms on the council, said the location represents one of the oldest settled sites in the city and represents value in its heritage. The city is expected to hash out more details on the parks list in later meetings. Local voters passed a $52 million bond referendum in 2016 with about half devoted to capital improvements and land acquisition for Alpharetta parks and recreation. The rest of the money was applied to transportation projects. Voters also approved a $29 million bond in 2011 to help fund development of the downtown City Center multi-use project, which also includes park areas. They passed a $24.9 bond referendum in 1997, again with about half the money dedicated to parks. Right now, Alpharetta property owners pay $5 million each year to retire debt from three earlier bonds. Final payoff for the first will not occur until 2026. The other two are scheduled to be retired in 2032 and 2041.

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that treatment option is not available in their own practice. I sleep well at night knowing that I genuinely give my patients treatment that I would not necessarily pick for myself. My job is to present facts and to be a guide but not to choose for my patients. Just today, I saw a patient who was referred to me for Mohs surgery of a basal cell carcinoma on the lower edge of the nose. We reviewed his treatment options together. He had never considered radiation therapy until I presented it as an alternative to Mohs surgery, and ultimately radiation therapy is what he selected. Likewise, I occasionally have patients referred to me for Mohs surgery who select imiquimod cream instead of surgery after I present it as a treatment option for certain types of basal cell carcinoma. When non-surgical options exist, it is a surgeon’s responsibility to help educate a patient about treatment options worth considering. The providers at Premier Dermatology believe in second opinions and in patient advocacy. I, along with Kathryn Filipek, PA-C, strive to truly listen to our patients and empower them to seek second opinions and alternative courses of treatment. At Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta, whether we are your first or second (or fifth!) opinion, we make you and your family our priority.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Friends and former students of the old Milton High School gathered Saturday for the unveiling of a marker noting the 100th anniversary of the school. About 50 people — including graduates and former staff — assembled at the school’s original site on Milton Avenue in Alpharetta to honor its history and to acknowledge the district’s new Innovation Academy that now stands in its stead. Even with new landscaping and a shiny, three-story building in the backdrop, the site conjured images of the old school to those on hand Saturday. “The old building is gone now,” said Jackie Angel, who spent 15 years teaching social studies at the school on Milton Avenue. “But as someone said on our Facebook page, ‘Milton High School lives in our hearts, it doesn’t live in a building.’” The old school closed in 2005. Angel is now in her 16th year at the new Milton High School on Birmingham Highway in Milton. She said four years ago when the school district announced it would tear down the old building, she and other volunteers with a love of all things MHS salvaged the cornerstones and other memorabilia for installation at the Milton campus. The historic marker ceremony was sponsored by the City of Alpharetta and the Alpharetta and Old Milton County

Historical Society. Bill Thomas, who served as teacher, administrator and principal for almost 30 years at the old school, said you wouldn’t recognize the area from what it’s become. “Fifty years ago this August, I made my first trip to Milton High School,” Thomas said. “We drove forever on Ga. 400. There was nothing on Ga. 400 at that time.” That drive onto a gravel parking lot for a job interview began his love affair with Milton High School, he said. “It’s a great school,” Thomas said, “and it’s great because of this community.” Dignitaries on hand included Fulton County School Board member Katie Reeves, City Council members Donald Mitchell and Karen Richard, and Historical Society President Pat Miller. The morning also included tours of the historic log cabin which the Historical Society had moved from the school property four years ago to a small public park about a quarter mile west. The cabin, built in 1935 by students enrolled in Future Farmers of America, has been restored with a new roof, kitchen, bathrooms, a storage room and an archive room. Miller said that after a long wait, the cabin is set to host classes later this spring. The $58 million Innovation Academy opens this fall and will eventually house some 1,600 high school-age students from North Fulton County in a science, technology, engineering and math curriculum.

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Alpharetta Rotary honors city’s Hometown Heroes ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Rotary Club of Alpharetta honored three of the city’s top public safety officers with the Rotary Hometown Hero Award on Feb. 16. The awards were based on service above and beyond the call of duty and exceptional bravery. Robin Barton was awarded the Rotary 911 Dispatcher of the Year. Officer Michael Esposito was awarded Rotary Police Officer of the Year. Officer Esposito was previously awarded the Police Medal of Valor. Lt. Matthew Bozer was awarded the Rotary Firefighter of the Year. All three were already employees of the year from each department. Alpharetta’s Public Safety Department has acquired a national reputation for its service. The Alpharetta 911 Communications Center is one of only six emergency contact centers in the world to earn Tri-ACE Certification issued by the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch, the highest distinction in emergency connection services. The Alpharetta Fire Department is one of 393 out of 40,000 fire departments nationwide to have a Public Protection Classification (PPC) rating of 1, the highest rating possible. Alpharetta Public Safety Chief John Robison said police and fire said the department strives not only to protect and

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serve but to enhance the quality of life in Alpharetta. He said police, fire, and 911 departments operate from three core values: Courageous Spirit — Risks of the job are real. We persevere in the face of adversity. Selfless Service — Put the welfare of the public above your own and add value to others. Excellence with integrity — Do what is right and do it well. The Rotary Club of Alpharetta meets every Friday at 7:30 a.m. at the Phase Events Venue.

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Virginia Covert Ricks

Virginia Covert Ricks of Alpharetta, GA passed away on the 2nd of April 2021 at the age of 92, leaving behind many friends and family members who loved her dearly. She was born on the 27th of March, 1929, to Frank A. Covert and Jennie Bell Reynolds Covert in Miami, FL. She was the eldest of four children and only girl, so she got her feisty independence from keeping up with her active younger brothers, Frank “Bud”A. Covert Jr., Charles E. Covert and James Robert “Bob” Covert. Virginia married the love of her life Stafford “Sam” Ricks on the 19th of November 1947 in Miami, FL. Together they enjoyed a wonderful life in Miami, FL with their two children, Robert Steven Ricks and Cathy Ray Ricks for 40 years. Virginia enjoyed traveling, gardening, knitting, sewing, reading, cooking and spending her days surrounded by family. Virginia worked for the City of Miami and for General Development Corporation, which was the largest land development company in Florida, as an Accounts Receivable Supervisor. But her greatest achievement and most proud accomplishment was the rearing of her children. Virginia was a go-getter and always on the move. Her time was always invested in some project where she could be found crafting and creating costumes, toys, clothes and food for the latest festivity, or the wants and desires of her kids or grandkids. She loved to get all dolled up and appreciated all things sparkly and beautiful. She was a fearless firecracker that could whip up delicious meals in minutes and sew any imaginable stitch until it became a masterpiece of art.

Upon retiring, Virginia and Sam moved to Alpharetta, GA to be closer to their two children (Steve and Cathy) and five grandchildren (Brad, Krista, Keri, Kelly, Ashley). Virginia cared for her grandchildren after school and always hosted family Sunday dinners where home-cooked southern meals were a staple and children running around were the norm. When she wasn’t caring for her grandchildren, she could be found managing one of her son’s stores called My Storyhouse Toys which she did for 5 years. She was not only the family matriarch but the driving force behind all the dreams her family set out to make come true. She loved nothing more than to spoil all children and make them smile. She leaves behind two brothers, Bud Covert, and Bob Covert (Kendra) , two children, Steve Ricks, (Marilyn) and Cathy Smith (Ron), five grandchildren, Brad Wright ( Margaret), Keri Ivey (Ryan), Krista Ricks, Kelly Roberts (Damien), Ashley Young (Brent) and 6 Great Grandchildren, Anderson & Coleman Ivey, Harrison Wright, Caroline Ricks, Sailor & Summer Young. And many Nieces and Nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband Stafford (Sam) Ricks, her parents, Frank and Jennie Covert, and her brother Charles Covert, and Nephew Gary Covert. Virginia will be cremated and placed next to her husband Sam at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, GA. Memorials in her name may be made to St. Judes Hospital, Memphis Tenn.

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ing and taking temperatures, Community Relations Manager Julie Brechbill previously told The Herald. “Since we were not really sure how things would turn out, I started brainstorming where the best place for our market to move [would be],” Schreiner said. “I made lots of calls and we started discussing it with Roswell Presbyterian Church. They welcomed the idea with open arms. They were excited, welcoming and it was a breath of fresh air.” Schreiner said the market switched locations because a new positive relationship with the church was blossoming and as the city seemed to no longer wish to partner with the farmers market. “We were going to have to start paying for a permit fee and adhere to regulations that we had never had to before,” Schreiner said. “Since we are non-profit, we could not take on those costs. If we had to, we would have had to pass the cost onto our vendors.” The Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market runs from 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday from April to the end of October. It is a producer-only market ,so all items must be grown or made within 100 miles of Roswell, Schreiner said.

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Part-time GENERAL CLEANER for florist. Processing flowers, keeping workroom & front tidy, vacuuming etc. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9AM-5PM. 770642-7878 FLORAL DESIGNER Must have experience in all areas of flower business. Funerals, weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, etc. 770-642-7878 Evening Office Cleaning 3-4 hours a night M-F. 770-986-7771

SALES ASSISTANT to help 3-person Alpharetta business. Looking for individual with Microsoft office experience. 24 hours per week, TuesdayFriday 8:30AM-2:30PM flexible. Pays $15.00 per hour and incentive bonus. Casual environment. Contact Bob@tvlacq.com 770-552-6639 Ext 1 Start date late April to early May.

Estate Sale CUMMING-30041

1340 Seneca Ave. Friday, 4/23, Saturday 4/24, 8AM-4PM. Dining, breakfast, living, 2 bedrooms; computer cabinet and bookshelves, dishes, glassware, cookware; wall, household & Christmas decor; small appliances, bed & bath linens, clothing, luggage, sewing machine, books, vast amount jewelry, lamps, hand and power tools, dozens of handmade pottery; coffee mugs, other pieces; exercise equipment including bike. Cash, certified checks, PayPal. Masks required.

Garage Sale

CUMMING-30040: Fieldstone multifamily; Elder Field Lane, Azurite Street, Balas Street, Preserve Crossing Lane, Delano Drive. AlongDrew Campground and Hyde Roads. Saturday 4/24, 8am-3pm JOHNS CREEK

DoubleGate Subdivision Community Sale (enter onto Twingate Dr. from State Bridge). Saturday 4/24 8am-2pm. See signs & balloons. Online info and maps: doublegate.net/sale

CUMMING-30040:

Bethelview Downs off Bennett Parkway, exit 13. Community-wide! See balloons. Friday 4/23, Saturday 4/24, 8:30AM-1:30PM. You don’t want to miss this one; everything must go!

CUMMING:

FRI/SAT, 4/23 & 4/24 (8AM - 3PM) 3025 Brierfield Lake, Alpharetta

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furniture, decor, exercise equip, clothing & more

Bench, pristine condition, wonderful tone, $17,500/ negotiable terms. GIBSON ES347, $15,000/ firm. 770-876-9519

Cemetery Cemetery Greenlawn Cemetery: 26-C (1,2&3), Fountain B: . Nice location! $12,000/all or $4000/ each; Regularly $5995/ lot. 770-490-6425

Real Estate Garage Sale

Sales

BALDWIN GRAND “L” PIANO;

Neighborhood wide garage sale Barrett Downs neighborhood Friday 4/23 8AM-2PM and Saturday 4/24 8AM-2PM. 1720 Barrett Downs.

House for Sale ALPHARETTA/ JOHNS CREEK Near intersection of Jones Bridge and Old Alabama. 2BR/2BA, fenced backyard. Currently FSBO. Mid-$200’s. 404-414-6001.

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GENERAC Standby Generators. The weather is increasingly unpredictable. Be prepared for power outages. Free 7-year extended warranty ($695 value!) Schedule Free in-home assessment. 1-844-334-8353 special financing if qualified. HOME BREAK-INS take less than 60 SECONDS. Don’t wait! Protect your family, your home, your assets NOW for as little as 70¢ a day! Call 866-409-0308 Attention Active Duty & Military Veterans! Begin a new career & earn a Degree at CTI! Online Computer & Medical training available for Veterans & Families! To learn more, call 888-449-1713 The Generac PWRcell solar plus battery storage system. Save money, reduce reliance on grid, prepare for outages & power your home. Full installation services. $0 down financing option. Request free no obligation quote. 1-855270-3785

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Wanted to Buy Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201

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SERVICE DIRECTORY Roofing

Art/Wallpaper

Gutters

Pinestraw

Picture Hanging: Reasonable pricing. Satisfied customers. Call or text Troy Smith 404-990-7506

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

Concrete/Asphalt

Handyman

PINESTRAW, mulch delivery/installation available. Firewood available. Licensed, insured. Angels of Earth Pinestraw and Mulch. 770-831-3612.

Retaining Walls

Wood Rot Repair, Deck Repair and Staining. Roof Leaks, Carpentry, Painting, Siding and Soffits. Flooring, Tile, Electrical and Plumbing. 770-262-6272.

Brick or Wood

Contact Ralph Rucker. Many local references. Honest, punctual, professional and reasonable prices!

678-898-7237

Matthew the Handyman - Exterior Work 404-547-2079

Haulers

Driveway SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT PRESSURE WASHING DRIVEWAYS, WALLS, POOL DECKS, and DECKS H a r d w o r k i n g / Competitive Pricing Saving for College Call Michael @ 678713-0427 for pricing/ scheduling

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Flooring 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.

Many local references-

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678-898-7237

STAND OUT

Finegan Home Improvements LLC: License #RBQA004932. Remodeling, handyman. 34 years experience. Basements finished, decks, screen porches, doors, drywall, painting, flooring, custom kitchens, bathrooms. All insurance. Paul Finegan 404-353-5611

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Roofing

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ROOF LEAKING? Call us for roof repair or roof replacement. FREE quotes. $200 Leak Repairs or 10% off New Roof. Affordable, quality roofing. Based in Roswell. Serving North Atlanta since 1983. Call to schedule FREE Quote: 770-284-3123. Christian Brothers Roofing

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Home Improvement 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

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Residential & Commercial. Best service and most reasonable prices since 1999. Appen-Rated 99. Home: Driveways, Fences, Decks, Home exteriors, more. Commercial: Offices, Restaurants, Tennis Courts, Pools, Apt. Complexes, more. All Pro Pressurewash call 770-766-5566 for Mark.

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