Alpharetta-Roswell Herald — May 13, 2021

*Offer expires 6/15/21.

Coupon must be present at purchase.

M ay 1 3 , 2 0 2 1 | A p p e n M e d i a . c o m | A n A p p e n M e d i a G r o u p P u b l i c a t i o n | 5 0 ¢ | Vo l u m e 3 9 , N o . 1 9

ROSWELL 10731 Alpharetta Hwy, Roswell, GA EAST COBB 4880 Lower Roswell Rd, #135, Marietta, GA

inSIDEoutPaintCenters.com | (770) 702-8888

Innovation Academy prepares for first class

► PAGE 3

Roswell officials divided over proposed budget

► PAGE 4

Lawn gone

PATRICK FOX/HERALD

Alpharetta has given up on natural grass for its Town Green. After close to three years of rescue attempts, the city will tear out the grass and replace the one-third acre space with artificial turf. Work is expected to begin June 1 and take about a month. Read more, Page 5.

Fulton County libraries reopening in phases

► PAGE 6

2 | May 13, 2021 | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell

POLICE BLOTTER 770-442-3278 | NorthFulton.com 319 N. Main Street, Alpharetta, GA 30009

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.

PUBLISHER EMERITUS: Ray Appen PUBLISHER: Hans Appen MANAGING EDITOR: Patrick Fox EDITORIAL QUESTIONS: Alpharetta-Roswell Herald: Alpharetta: ext. 118, Roswell ext. 122 Dunwoody Crier: ext. 143 Forsyth Herald: ext. 118 Johns Creek Herald: ext. 123 Milton Herald: ext. 139 Calendar: ext. 122 TO SUBMIT EDITORIAL: News/Press Releases: NorthFulton.com/Sponsored Calendar/Events: NorthFulton.com/Calendar ADVERTISING QUESTIONS: General Advertising: ext. 100 advertising@appenmediagroup.com Classified Advertising: ext. 119 classifieds@appenmediagroup.com Circulation/Subscriptions/Delivery: ext. 100 circulation@appenmediagroup.com OUR PUBLICATIONS: Alpharetta-Roswell Herald: 28,000 circulation Johns Creek Herald: 20,000 circulation Dunwoody Crier: 18,000 circulation Forsyth Herald: 17,000 circulation Milton Herald: 10,000 circulation Answer Book: 40,000 circulation

Police arrest suspect for disorderly display

ROSWELL, Ga. — Police were dispatched a Shell gas station along Atlanta Street April 26 for reports of a man throwing objects into the street and attempting to break into a mortgage company.

When they arrived on scene, police described the suspect’s behavior as “violent and tumultuous” in the arrest report. One witness told officers he heard the man yelling “kill White people” and tossing broken glass bottles at people. The witness also said the suspect threatened him with a knife.

The suspect fled into some nearby woods when officers arrived.

A detective nabbed him in the woods and took him into custody near the Smith Plantation home. Officers arrested Donald William Smith and took him to the police station for questioning. At the station, he allegedly ripped part of a sound proofing material off the wall and used it to wipe his nose, according to arresting officers.

Smith, 37, of Lithia Springs, was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, willful obstruction of law enforcement officers and felony interference with government property.

Teens face charges of reckless behavior 319 N. Main Street, Alpharetta, GA 30009

THECRIER.net Honored as a newspaper of General Excellence

2018

2018

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A patrol officer spotted a group of teens gathered in the parking lot of the Cook Out along Rainwater Boulevard on April 27.

The officer wasn’t sure if they were street racers or a car club. He spotted a Mazda drive through the burger restaurant’s parking lot with several people sitting on its front trunk. Some were jumping on and off the car as it moved. One of the riders, an 18-year-old woman, fell off the hood and it appeared the Mazda ran over her leg.

PUBLIC SAFETY But the teen popped up off the ground as the officer approached, police said. She declined medical treatment, despite being dirty and covered in scrapes, according to the officer.

Police cited her with disorderly conduct.

The driver of the Mazda, also 18, was cited for reckless driving.

Roswell man stabbed during armed robbery

ROSWELL, Ga. — A Roswell man was stabbed during an April 30 robbery at the Exxon gas station along Holcomb Bridge Road. Police were dispatched shortly after 12:30 a.m., and found the 24-year-old victim lying in the parking lot of a nearby office complex with a stab wound to the stomach. The man was conscious but barely alert, according to police.

He said a suspect ran up on him, stole his bag and wallet, then stabbed him and ran away. Officers began treating the victim until paramedics arrived and rushed him to North Fulton Hospital to be treated.

Thieves remove trailer from store parking lot

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A trailer was stolen from the Generator Superstore along Mansell Road before dawn May 3.

The store’s general manager told police someone stole the trailer from the parking lot around 3:30 a.m.

He showed officers a 10-second video clip from a neighboring business’ security camera. The video showed someone wearing a hooded sweatshirt covering his face who moved the brand new trailer, which was valued at $2,100. .

Police investigate jewelry store burglary

ROSWELL, Ga. — Police responded to a break-in early May 2 at the Guven Fine Jewelry store along Holcomb Bridge Road. The owners found wires cut, pipe and insulation lying on the ground inside and damage to the ceiling near the vault. The DVR that stored the shop’s security cam footage was also stolen.

Police investigated and found a large

DRUGS & DUI arrests Albert Derrick, 36, of Homestead, Florida, was arrested April 29 on Westside Parkway for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

Brandon Watson-Izundu, 34, of Roswell Court NE, Atlanta, was arrested May 1 on Holcomb Bridge Road for possession of schedule I or II controlled substance with intent to distribute, possession of drug related objects and possession of marijuana.

Esperanza Serna, 22, of Calibre Springs Way, Atlanta, was arrested May 2 on Terramont Drive for DUI. Marcesia Tenall Mayes, 29, of Cordova, Tennessee, was arrested May 2 on Gran Crique Drive for DUI. Quinten B. Greene, 33, of Riverdale Road, College Park, was arrested April 26 on Old Dogwood Road for possession of cocaine and obstruction of law enforcement officer.

Jason Jamal Rozati, 37, of Dalrymple Road, Sandy Springs, was arrested April 28 on Holcomb Bridge Road for DUI. Corey R. Reynolds, 40 of Fielding Lane, Alpharetta, was arrested April 27 on Old Milton Parkway for DUI, failure to maintain lane and improper stopping.

James William Cochran, 64, of Crofton Drive, Forsyth County, was arrested April 28 on Avalon Boulevard for DUI and open container violation.

Shelby Jillene Paxton, 46, of Oak Hill Lane, Canton, was arrested April 29 on Mayfield Road for DUI and failure to maintain.

Erin Grace Johnson, 25, of Blackland Court E, Marietta, was arrested April 29 on Haynes Bridge Road for DUI, failure to maintain lane and driving on wrong side of roadway. hole cut into the building’s roof as well as multiple sets of fingerprints at the scene.

The victim said the burglars entered the shop through a mechanical room where they cut electrical wires.

SCHOOLS

Innovation Academy to open with full classes in August

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmedia.com ATLANTA, Ga. — Innovation Academy in downtown Alpharetta will open in August with every available seat filled, and a host of others on a wait list in the event of a vacancy.

The North Fulton region’s newest high school will enroll just over 900 students in grades nine and 10 in its inaugural class, with 150 students on a wait list. All were selected through a lottery. In two years, the school will be at full capacity in grades nine through 12.

“It’s hard to believe that just a few short years ago this was just an idea up in the clouds,” said Principal Tim Duncan. “It’s been quite a pleasure to be entrusted with such an amazing project that is going to benefit so many.”’

The STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) school provides another option for students in the Fulton County School System outside traditional high school. The curriculum focuses on “building creators and problem solvers” with

students on career paths of healthcare sciences, engineering or informational technology, Duncan said.

The school is located on the campus where the original Milton High School once stood. The stadium and athletic fields are the only part of the original structures that remain, and they will be used for school activities and for community events.

Duncan said about 80 percent of staff has already been hired, and he expects full staffing to be completed shortly. Additionally, Innovation Academy will be supported by a host of mentors and advisors, including 45 corporate partners, 39 North Fulton Chamber of Commerce partners, 145 outside advisors, and 25 Alpharetta-based tech partners.

Partners include WellStar and Emory health systems, Children’s Hospital, Georgia Tech and Georgia State universities, Southern Company, AT&T and Microsoft.

Innovation Academy joins two other schools opening in August for students in the Fulton County School System. It joins Alliance Academy, which is a similar STEM-based school serving South Fulton, and the Fulton Academy of Virtual Excellence for students in grades 3 through 11 to access online learning.

“This is a historic time for the Fulton County School System,” said Chief Academic Officer Cliff Jones. “It’s the first time I can remember when three new schools will open [at the same time] and receive students.”

Need to Insure a Building or a Business?

Geary Newman, Agent

geary@gnewmanagency.com

• Commercial Property Serving • Residential Property Georgia • Vacant Property/Builders Risk • General Liability/Work Comp. Since 1996 • Commercial Auto The Geary T. Newman Agency, Inc

770.993.5775

mobilenotarycenter.com BOOK ONLINE or call 888-379-8787 • 6 years background as an experienced Paralegal • 12 years of notary experience • Licensed, insured, bonded

The Best Kept Secret in Alpharetta Since 1987

FREE*

BRAKE INSPECTION & TIRE ROTATION *With coupon. Expires 6/30/21.

Lori Crupi, Mobile Notary, Signing Agent

770-751-9811

502 N. Main St., Alpharetta www.campbelltirecompany.com

AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | May 13, 2021 | 3

4 | May 13, 2021 | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell

Roswell mayor updates executive order ROSWELL, Ga. — In conjunction with Governor Kemp’s April 30 Executive Order, Roswell Mayor Lori Henry has issued an updated Executive Order, renewing the Public Health State of Emergency and revising COVID-19 safety measures for visitors to city facilities through May 30, 2021.

All individuals entering Roswell’s buildings, such as City Hall and recreation centers, are strongly encouraged — but no longer required — to wear masks. Visitors to city facilities will no longer be required to have their temperature checked upon entering, but they are encouraged to practice physical distancing and use hand sanitizing stations.

For the safety and comfort of the public, City of Roswell employees will continue to wear masks in publicly accessible areas of city facilities.

With summer camps soon commencing through Roswell’s Recreation, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs Department, camp attendees and their parents or guardians should be aware of the following guidelines and expectations: • City staff will be required to wear masks in public spaces at all times.

• Masks are recommended, but not required, for camp and program participants.

• Contactless check-in and curbside pick-ups and drop-offs will be provided.

• In the case of potential exposure or illness, isolation and quarantine procedures will be followed per Georgia Department of Public Health guidelines.

For any additional questions related to COVID-19 safety precautions for current spring programs or for summer camps and programs, please contact the Recreation, Parks, Historic and Cultural Affairs Department at rrpd@ roswellgov.com.

For all City of Roswell updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic response, visit roswellgov.com/coronavirus.

NEWS

Roswell City Council divides over $150 million budget plan

By MATT BRUCE news@appenmedia.com ROSWELL, Ga. — The final destination was as expected Monday night.

The Roswell City Council passed first reading of a $150-million budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins July 1.

But the road to the vote was tumultuous.

Councilmen Michael Palermo and Marcelo Zapata called the budget bloated and criticized it for being too saturated with operating expenses, leaving little room for infrastructure investments and capital improvements.

They both voted against the proposed spending plan and spent nearly an hour clashing with their four fellow City Council members. Those four voted to advance the budget as presented.

Monday’s vote sets up a showdown when the budget goes before the council again May 24 for final adoption.

Mayor Lori Henry, who authored the proposed spending plan, accused Palermo and Zapata of being “extremely adversarial” and insinuating that city leaders assembled the budget with nefarious intent.

“It’s normal for all of us to look at a budget and disagree. It’s normal,” she said.

“Those are all discussions that we should be having. But to imply that there was some kind of wrongdoing in this, I’ve got an

issue with that.

“And also, this city is not going to stop, because certain members of council think they’re going to be in charge after the next election. Isn’t going to happen,” Henry continued. “My job as the mayor of this city, is to keep the city moving forward and doing what is right for the citizens of Roswell.

And that’s what I’m here to do.”

Expenses predicted to rise The overall proposed budget represents a $5.9-million, or 4.1 percent increase, over the current spending plan, which was adopted in the midst of last year’s pandemic. In pre-COVID times, Roswell adopted a $152.3 million budget in 2019.

Roswell’s general fund, which pays for day-to-day operations and is the most robust of the city’s 21 operating treasuries, would be more than $82.3 million under the spending plan. That’s about 6.3 percent higher than in the current year.

Palermo, Zapata and Councilwoman Christine Hall proposed 10 changes to the budget that amounted to $833,000 and included creating a new Office of Innovation position, hiring a grant specialist, adding three full-time station captains for the fire department and spending about $63,000 for new crowd control equipment for police.

At the same time, the three proposed $988,000 in cuts to the general fund, fueled by scrapping a 3 percent wage in-

crease for city employees. They pushed for the city to discuss the proposed changes during the May 24 vote.

“We have a spending problem, and we don’t invest in Roswell,” Palermo said.

“That’s a real issue. And truth be told, that’s an issue that’s not going to be solved with just a handful of adds and deletes.”

Palermo said he has opposed the budget for three consecutive years because the city’s “skyrocketing operating costs” continue to prevent investments like park improvements and road maintenance, which have a direct benefit to residents. Palermo later claimed that there has already been a citywide 7 percent employee wage increase over the past two years. He argued that giving staff members another raise in 2022 shouldn’t be a priority.

Tyser counters cuts to salaries Councilman Matthew Tyser said that employees went without salary increases three times under former Mayor Jere Wood. The recent pay hikes, he stated, made up for those years and are helping to make Roswell’s pay competitive with surrounding cities.

Tyser then blasted Palermo for obstructing more than $500 million worth of investment into the city by voting against so many developments since he took office

See COUNCIL, Page 21

Neighborhood group completes three-year revitalization project ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Three years after laying plans to revitalize its neighborhood, the Jennifer Oaks Homewoners Association is celebrating the opening of new community amenities.

The group will officially open their upgraded pool area, new pavilion and community space this month, just in time for summer.

HOA board members established a five-year plan in 2018 to invest in the 25-year-old neighborhood by enhancing the quality and use of common neighborJENNIFER OAKS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION

GARAGE SALES See more garage sales in the classifieds

ROSWELL-30076 Multi-family; 235 Southwind Circle. Friday 5/14, Saturday 5/15, 9AM-3PM ESTATE SALE May 14-15, 9am to 3pm, Highlands Manor Ct, White Columns Golf Section

DEADLINE

To place garage sale ads: Noon Friday.

Call 770-442-3278 or email classifieds@appenmediagroup.com

Jennifer Oaks Homeowners Association members are celebrating completion of the new pavilion that opened this month. hood space.

By the end of the year, the association began the first phase of the plan, which included funding and repair of the private roads and front wall, and repairing or enhancing the front entrance, signage, landscaping and lighting.

In 2020, the Board of Directors proposed Phase II infrastructure investments, which would include rebuilding one tennis court, construction of a best-in-class community pavilion, new common space landscaping, lighting and upgrading the pool area and pool house.

To avoid strapping members with large financial burdens, the board researched and, with membership approval, secured a community association loan to spread the expense over years.

The HOA has cut the ribbon on all the new amenities, and the pool is set to open May 16.

“This was a truly collaborative team effort at the board level in support of creating value and a great neighborhood for all of the association members,” said Derek Thomas, Jennifer Oaks Homeowners Association president.

NEWS

AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | May 13, 2021 | 5

Alpharetta Town Green scheduled for overhaul

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmedia.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Visitors to Alpharetta’s City Center may feel the pinch next month as the city cordons off the Town Green for turf replacement.

Alpharetta city leaders have thrown up their hands after two years and tens of thousands of dollars spent trying to preserve the sod from wear, tear and flooding.

On June 1, contractors will remove the grass, then begin work to install artificial turf over the 13,220-squarefoot area.

The Town Green, which stretches from Main Street east to the fountain plaza on Market Street near City Hall, will be closed for as much as 30 days while the conversion is completed.

“The Town Green has become one of our most popular park spaces and sees heavy use any day when there is not rain or near freezing temperatures,” said Morgan Rodgers, Alpharetta Director of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Services. “As much as everyone wanted to keep natural grass there, it is just not possible to do with that many people playing and walking out there nearly every day. It just gets ground into mud.”

The Alpharetta City Council adjusted its 2020 budget early last year to provide $100,000 to rescue and restore the sod, but it was a lost cause. After spending just shy of $17,000 of the money, the city decided to stop pouring good money down the drain.

The city has tried a variety of grass types, soil augmentation, and other strategies to no avail. “We consulted with numerous experts, even going so far as to contact the folks who maintain the grass for the Braves at Truist Park, and everyone advised that the only real solution if we wanted the Town Green to be green in the spring and summer was to move to artificial turf,” Rodgers said.

In April, the City Council reviewed a variety of artificial turf samples to determine which was the most realistic and consistent with the appearance of the natural grass in nearby areas. They awarded a contract for the conversion project to Sprintturf on April 19. The contract cost will be for $160,000.

City officials admit that the ideal time to close the green and complete the work would be during winter months when the fewest people tend to use the space, but the grass is in bad condition and needs to be replaced now.

“We tend to see a lot of residents take vacations in the early parts of June, so we are timing the work to correspond with folks being out of town, so we impact fewer people,” Rodgers explained.

“If we run into bad weather or other challenges, it will take up to 30 days to complete the project, but it could be much faster than that.”

The work may cramp the flood of people who turn out Saturdays for the Alpharetta Farmers Market in downtown. The event regularly features scores of vendors and attracts hundreds of visitors.

Peg Hussing, president of the Alpharetta Business Association, which sponsors the event, said the market will go on as usual, each Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to noon. The vendors, she said, may have to be a little flexible with the setup during the turf replacement, though.

Mayor Jim Gilvin said he doesn’t anticipate any problems with the project, and the farmers market should be able to operate without problems.

“Certainly, a lot of people use [the Town Green] during the farmers market, but the actual vendors are in the streets,” he said. “While it may be a little more inconvenient for people who would like to sit on the Green during the farmers market, it doesn’t necessarily impact the event itself.”

Planners weigh request for rehab center

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmedia.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Alpharetta is considering a conditional use request from a developer that would allow a rehabilitation center at a site just south of Upper Hembree Road near the Roswell city limits.

Advanced Recovery Systems wants to convert the old Veranda at Pointe Place Nursing Home into a 62-bed drug rehabilitation center. In its letter of intent, the company intends to use the facility, once used to house memory care patients, for treatment of adults with

alcohol and substance abuse addiction, including on-site detox and secondary mental health disorders. Patrons of the service would be under no court mandate.

The Alpharetta Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the application at its May 6 meeting. The vote was 5-2.

The application will not come up for final approval before the City Council until November.

The site, located at 11725 Pointe Place, is surrounded by commercial and

See REHAB, Page 20

Coming Soon!

Nominations for Best of North Atlanta (Nomination Period: May 15 – June 15)

FOOD & BEVERAGE: Best All Around Restaurant Best Asian Food Best Bakery Best BBQ Best Beer (LOCAL) Best Breakfast/Brunch Best Brewery/Brewpub Best Burger Best Cajun/Creole Food Best Coffee Shop (LOCAL) Best Dessert Best Family Dining Best Fine Dining Best German Food Best Happy Hour Best Indian Food Best Italian Food Best Local Flair Restaurant Best Lunch Spot Best Mexican Food Best Patio Dining Best Pizza Best Salad Best Smoothie/Juicery Best Takeout Food MEDICAL: Best ABA Therapist Best Adult Day Care Best Audiologist Best Chiropractor Best Cosmetic Surgery Best Counseling Services Best Dentist Best Dermatologist Best ENT

Best Family Practice Best Gastroenterologist Best Hair Restoration Best Holistic/Alternative Medicine Best Home Care for Seniors Best Hospice & Palliative Care Best Internal Medicine Best Med Spa Best Medical Weight Loss Best Memory Care Best Mobility Store/Services Best Music Therapy Best Nutritionist Best OBGYN Best Occupational Therapist Best Oncology Best Ophthalmology Best Optometry Best Oral Surgery Best Orthodontist Best Pediatric Dentist Best Pediatrician Best Physical Therapy Best Podiatry Best Senior Activity Center Best Senior Living Community Best Speech Therapy Best Substance Abuse/Addiction Treatment Best Urgent Care Best Urology Best Vein Specialist Best Veterinarian RECREATION: Best Art Lessons/Studio Best Community Event Best Dance Lessons/Studio

2021

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

Categories are subject to change.

Best Date Night Hotspot Best Day Spa / Massage Best Farmers Market Best Golf Course Best Group/Corporate Activity Best Gym / Fitness Facility Best Music Lessons Best Performing Arts / Theatre Best Place for Kids to Have Fun Best Sports Program Best Summer Camp Best Wedding Venue RETAIL: Best Antiques Store Best Apparel Boutique (LOCAL) Best Art Gallery / Retailer Best Beverage / Wine Store (LOCAL) Best Boutique Shop (LOCAL) Best Bridal Shop Best CBD Retailer Best Consignment Store Best Florist Best Furniture / Home Décor Best Jeweler Best Pharmacy (LOCAL) Best Shopping/Entertainment Plaza SERVICES: Best Auto Service Repair Best Bank / Credit Union Best Barber Shop Best Car Wash Best Commercial Real Estate Company Best CPA Best Dry Cleaner Best Electrician Best Esthetician

Best Family Law Attorney Best Financial Planner Best Funeral Home Best Graphics & Printing Shop Best Hair Salon / Stylist Best Heating & Air Services Best Home Builder / Developer Best Information Services Best Insurance Agency Best Interior Design Services Best IT/ Business Services Best Landscaping Services Best Law Firm Best Maid Service Best Merchant Services Best Mortgage Lender Best Networking Group Best Painter Best Personal Injury Attorney Best Pet Daycare / Lodger Best Pet Grooming Best Pet Supply / Boutique Best Photographer Best Plumber Best Pool Services Best Pre-School / Day Care Best Private K-12 School Best Promotional Products Best Real Estate Brokerage Firm Best Realtor (Individual) Best Realtor Team Best Renovation/Home Improvement Services Best Senior Information Service Best Shredder Services Best Travel Agency / Service Best Tree Service

BestOfNorthAtlanta.com Our Lenders Can Help With Your PPP Loan Experience What A Community Banker Can Do For You. * Payroll Expenses * Rent Expense * Utilities * Mortgage Interest Carlos Laverde Market President

10690 Medlock Bridge Rd, Johns Creek,GA 470-422-1200

People banking with People AmericanCommerceBank.com

Dunwoody Crier 5/13/21 Crossword 6 | May 13, 2021 | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell

NEWS

Fulton County libraries begin phased reopenings

BY SYDNEY DANGREMOND newsroom@appenmedia.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — After more than 20 years and two stints as interim director, Gayle Holloman was promoted to director of the Fulton County Library System at the start of 2020.

Two months later, she was presiding over the largest disruption she’d seen in her career.

Now, a year later, she is overseeing the reopening of all 32 Fulton County library branches. All branches opened May 4, and Holloman said she is looking forward to reengaging the community and bringing patrons back inside.

“I’m most excited to see us start back to a semblance of how we used to be,” Holloman said. “I think we’ve also got a lot of opportunity to show off these wonderful buildings, but to also allow us to better meet the needs of the public because there are a lot of needs out there.”

The libraries are now open on Tuesdays and Saturdays, offering patrons the chance to browse shelves, use computers and printers and check out materials in hour-long visits.

For Marcia Divack, group administrator for Ocee and Alpharetta branches, the reopening symbolizes that “things are getting better.”

PuzzleJunction

Divack is also optimistic about continuing the library’s community efforts.

“We think our role is to serve our communities,” Divack said. “We want to be there, we want to be open, we want to have the materials that people need, we want to do the programs that people are interested in.”

While libraries have cracked the door open for now, in-person library programming will likely not return until June 1, Holloman said. Online programming will continue in the meantime.

The reopening was met with a lot of excitement, Holloman said.

“It was just very, very wonderfully received,” she said. “We had at some locations 200 to 300 people.”

In Milton, local Boy Scouts celebrated the reopening by hosting a clean-up day at the Milton Book Trail behind the Milton branch.

All visitors and staff are required to wear masks and observe social distancing, and custodial staff are performing continuous disinfecting measures through the day.

If COVID-19 positivity ratings continue to decline and government recommendations continue this trajectory, Holloman said, Fulton County libraries plan to reopen during all hours of operation beginning June 1.

Across 1 5 9 13 15 16 17 19 20 21 22 24 25 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 39 41 42 43 44 46 49 51 52 54 56 58

1 13

2

3

4

5 14

6

7

15

8

9

10

11

12

16

Coral ridge Faction 19 17 18 Bullets, e.g.

21 22 23 20 Before 24 25 Balm ingredient Utah national 26 27 28 29 30 31 park 32 33 34 35 36 37 Profit or loss, e.g.

39 40 41 38 Land measure 43 44 45 Compass point 42 Is no longer 46 47 48 49 50 51 Prowler 52 53 54 55 Carotene beginner 56 57 58 59 60 61 Trio 63 64 65 Biz VIP (Abbr.) 62 Lady’s man 67 68 66 Hall of Fame’s 70 71 69 Willie Weather Copyright ©2021 PuzzleJunction.com conditions 6 Certain Ivy 59 Health resort 35 Editor’s pile, Bubble source Leaguer for short Away’s partner 62 God of love 7 Interpret 63 Vocalizations 37 ___ gestae Garish 8 Choppers, so to 66 Chill 40 Academic term British ___ speak 41 Colorful Supreme Court 67 Advertising sign 9 Flowering shrub 68 Minimal salamander count 10 Knockout drops 45 Entrance 69 Little ones Commercials 11 “Encore!”

70 Field of study 47 Burdens The Matrix 12 Humdinger 71 Venezuela 48 Suffer hero 14 Most inferior copper center 50 Acropolis figure Shells out 18 “Welcome” site 53 Hot spot Ancient 23 Branch 55 Propel, in a way Down colonnade 24 Curve 56 Orderly Extinct 26 Moves along 57 Hence 1 Bumpkin flightless bird 27 Stevedore 59 Stigma 2 Son of Seth Possesses 29 Ice house 60 Baja bread 3 Diminutive Ouzo flavoring 31 ___ of time 61 Nick and Nora’s suffix Civil wrong 32 Okeechobee’s pooch 4 Hale Gas clouds in 5 Chip state (Abbr.)

64 Foot part space 33 Go astray condiments 65 School org.

Pillbox, e.g.

SOLUTION ON PAGE 16

WANT MORE? FOLLOW US ON

Solution on next page

facebook.com/AlpharettaRoswellHerald

AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | May 13, 2021 | 7

Building this group is engaging one person at a time, one lunch at a time, and that’s the way we’re building a nice business group JOHN HERBERT, Milton Business Council president 8 | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | May 13, 2021

Milton Business Council forges ahead with growth on the horizon

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmedia.com MILTON, Ga. — Several dozen owners of Milton-based businesses gathered May 4 in downtown Crabapple for the Milton Business Council’s “Network After Work” event for what could be considered a milestone moment for the local business community.

John Herbert, chair of the Council, said the event was likely the biggest gathering of Milton businesses in the city’s history, and it marks an exciting time for those involved as the group, and the city’s base of companies, looks to expand.

“The business community in Milton is definitely growing,” Herbert said.

“Building this group is engaging one person at a time, one lunch at a time, and that’s the way we’re building a nice business group.”

The Milton Business Council, which formally launched in 2020, is the first city-specific entity to operate under the banner of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce. It aims to promote and foster Milton-based companies while using the guidance and resources of the Chamber.

That partnership has been critical, Herbert said, in laying the foundation for the Council.

“It’s really an ideal situation to be able to have the wide range of resources the chamber has and combining it with the small-town approach of having a Milton Business Council,” he said. “We have a lot of different resources to take advantage of, and we get the exposure to the five other cities [included in the GNFCC]. The partnership with the Chamber has been key.”

While the COVID-19 pandemic has

JOE PARKER /HERALD

Dozens of business owners turned out May 4 for the Milton Business Council’s “Network After Work” in Crabapple. strained the local business community, the road ahead is exciting, Herbert said.

At the event, Adam Orkin of Orkin & Associates, partners in the Crabapple Market development that anchors downtown, outlined the host of new companies set to open when the complex’s expansion is completed.

“There are amazing things going on in Crabapple Market, the feel and texture walking up and down the street is really exciting,” Herbert said.

Nearby, the Market District at Crabapple has its first tenants, and there is a push to bring several mixed-use

developments to the Deerfield Parkway/ Ga. 9 area of the city.

“For residents, Milton businesses and for people who just want to come to visit Milton from other cities, Milton is a happening place,” Herbert said. “There’s great quality of life here.”

With that growth, the Milton Business Council aims to put those new companies, and its established business, “on the map” by continuing to create connections and highlight firms in the area.

“We are going to continue fostering an environment where [businesses] can connect with one another and continue

to spread their message through the Chamber to the other five cities,” Herbert said. “We’re glad to be getting back to networking and meeting other people.”

As the Council continues to establish itself, creating those connections is vital, Herbert said.

“2021 is our year of engagement,” he said. “We’ve definitely had more interest in the group as people are coming out of their caves and wanting to get back to meeting others. I know deals are getting done because people are meeting one another through the Milton Business Council, and that’s exciting.”

AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | May 13, 2021 | 9

Sponsored Section

May 13, 2021 | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | 9

Health Insurance – What are my options, and what is right for me?

Brought to you by Josh Dougherty, Xperience Benefits After our 2nd year of being in business, it did not take long to figure out that people absolutely love talking about health insurance!

DOUGHERTY Kidding of course. However, for as much as people do not WANT to talk about it, the truth is that you MUST talk about it. Why? For business owners that sponsor benefits, typically benefits are their 2nd highest cost behind payroll itself! For individuals, it has the potential to be a family’s largest bill besides their mortgage!

So, what do we do? Given that we live in the 21st century, we take up arms (our keyboard) and Google “health insurance”. Doing so will give you a litany of large companies that

pay to have their websites at the top of your page and most force you to input information so that some telemarketer will call you selling whatever policy their company pushes. Ok, that may be a bit extreme, but you get the point. So, what are my options and what is right for me?

Well, we begin each conversation asking where you are. If you are a business owner and you are looking to offer benefits to your employees, there are HMO, PPO, EPO & POS plans available. There are pros and cons to each one of these plans. Also, if you and your employees are willing to undergo simple underwriting, there are self-funded or level-funded plans that (if you qualify) allow you to garner quality PPO plans, at heavily reduced rates.

If you are an individual/family seeking a plan, we would ask about 2 items: 1) you and your family’s overall health and 2) your household income.

Why? There are plans on the individual market that, like above, if you can pass underwriting, you may be eligible for quality plans at a discounted rate.

Regarding household income, the passing of the new CARES Act has expanded what is considered the Federal Poverty Level and has increased the amounts of subsidy dollars for folks that qualify for a Marketplace (aka Obamacare) plan. If this is not a route you have looked into recently, we encourage you to do so.

Obviously, we would love to chat with you about your insurance needs, but at the end of the day, we just want people to be educated on their options. If you have a quality agent, reach out to them and go through your options. Spend some time with them to really understand items such as the difference between a deductible and max out-of-pocket, or what in the world coinsurance is and how it affects me.

Attract. Inspire. Grow.

Who do you call to discuss your health insurance options?

Whether you’re a business owner wearing multiple hats, or an HR Director trying to control costs and productivity, turn it over to your new employee benefits department.

Lean on our full team, full time and get back to your business.

Call us today!

404-484-9263 xperiencebenefitsga.com Locally Owned and Operated

Xperience Benifits GA 319 N. Main St., Alpharetta, GA 30009

Xperience Benefits is an independent brokerage and does not represent one specific carrier of insurance products. We believe in building a quality business with authentic lasting relationships. josh.dougherty@ xperiencebenefits.com

WANT MORE?

FOLLOW US ON twitter.com/ar_herald

10 | May 13, 2021 | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell

HEALTH & WELLNESS • Sponsored Section

Take action against strokes: steps to lower your risk Brought to you by - Wellstar A stroke can happen to anyone, anywhere and at any time. In fact, every four minutes someone in the United States experiences a stroke, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

During Stroke Awareness Month this May, Wellstar health experts are spreading the word about how Georgians can stay ahead of these life-threatening medical events.

With the largest Joint Commission stroke-certified network in Georgia, Wellstar is dedicated to treating strokes faster and more effectively. That includes offering the most advanced stroke care at Wellstar North Fulton Hospital and Wellstar Kennestone Hospital.

“When a patient is having a stroke, time is brainpower, and the more treatment is delayed, the more damage that occurs,” said Wellstar Neurosurgeon Dr. Arthur Grigorian. “Having care close to home saves those minutes that could be all the difference in recovery.”

Wellstar keeps life-saving stroke care accessible and convenient, so patients can get treated quickly.

“In Atlanta where it takes so very long to drive between facilities because traffic is so bad, having a top-of-the-line place in your own backyard makes all the difference,” said Wellstar Neurosurgeon Dr. Benjamin Zussman.

But while we’re always ready to jump into action with life-saving treatments, stopping a stroke starts with you.

Do your part to lower the risk of a stroke and learn the warning signs that may help save a life.

Know the risk factors for stroke Strokes occur when a blood vessel in the brain

becomes blocked or bursts, which can lead to lasting damage or even death. Many common risk factors that increase your chance of a stroke – such as age, gender, race and family medical history – can’t be changed.

However, there are several key risk factors that are within your control, including: Treating high blood pressure. Hypertension is the number one controllable risk factor for strokes, according to the American Stroke Association.

Managing diabetes. Whether you have Type 1 or 2 diabetes, it’s important to treat your condition and keep your blood sugar under control to help minimize your risk of a stroke.

Prioritizing physical activity. Moving more and sitting less can help lower your risk of a stroke and keep you feeling your best.

Quitting smoking. Firsthand and secondhand exposure can not only wreak havoc on your cardiovascular system, but also increase your chance of a stroke.

Maintaining a healthy weight. Being overweight or obese can increase your likelihood of a stroke or developing chronic conditions, such as high blood pressure or diabetes.

Living a healthy lifestyle is one of the major ways you can lower your risk of stroke. Even small changes in your daily routine can add up and keep you as healthy as possible.

Early action saves lives Knowing the warning signs of a stroke may help you save a life. Remember to BE FAST and get help immediately if you notice the symptoms below.

Balance – Look for sudden loss of balance or coor-

Bungalows & Cottages City Homes Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care Village Park Milton 555 Wills Road Alpharetta, GA 30009 470.509.4557

Village Park Alpharetta 12300 Morris Road Alpharetta, GA 30005 678.740.3499

dination. Symptoms can also include a sudden, severe headache or dizziness.

Eyes – Ask if the person is having trouble seeing out of one or both eyes. This can also consist of blurred vision, double vision or loss of vision.

Face – See if one side of the face is drooping or feeling numb. Check if the person’s smile appears uneven or lopsided.

Arms – Watch for sudden arm weakness or numbness. See if the person can raise both arms without one drifting downward.

Speech – Listen for slurred speech or difficulty speaking. You can have the person repeat a simple sentence to check their speech abilities.

Time – Time is brain. Waiting to get care leads to lasting, irreversible brain damage. If you notice any of these symptoms, don’t delay – call 911 right away.

For more information, visit wellstar.org/neurocare or call (770) 956-STAR (7827).

HEALTH & WELLNESS • Sponsored Section

AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | May 13, 2021 | 11

12 | May 13, 2021 | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell

HEALTH & WELLNESS • Sponsored Section

Thank You for Voting US Best Dentist in North Atlanta for 6 Years!

Dr. David Remaley

Dr. Destinee Hood

WINNER 2015

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

2016

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

WINNER 2017

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

WINNER 2018

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

WINNER 2019

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

WINNER 2020

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

Your Smile Makeover and VENEERS

By Dr. David Remaley, Roswell Dental care Veneers are one of the most versatile options to help restore a smile that is suffering from cracked, chipped, crooked, stained, or gapped front teeth. They are as durable as regular teeth and are even resistant to staining that would normally yellow natural tooth enamel.

There are a lot of factors to consider when you are thinking about veneers.

Some people aren’t sure how to maintain them, while others are wondering if they are even strong candidates to have them fitted.

What are veneers?

Veneers are custom-made, thin shields of porcelain or composite resin material that are placed and bonded to the front surface of the teeth. They may be placed on one or more teeth.

Should I get veneers?

If you have a tooth that is damaged, decayed, or dilapidated in any way, you are likely an excellent candidate for veneers. After we review your case, we will decide if you are a good candidate for veneers. If you are, then you will both discuss your aesthetic goals and find a dental plan that works best for you.

Dedicated to providing exceptional dentistry and creating beautiful, healthy smiles for over 30 years.

Our services include: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Crowns and Bridges in a few days • Custom Baked Cookies Daily Porcelain Veneers • FREE Nitrous Oxide and Oral Conscious Sedation Tooth Colored Composite Fillings • Facial Aesthetic Enhancements Teeth Whitening- no sensitivity including BOTOX and Dermal Fillers Oral Cancer Screenings on all patients Teeth Cleanings, Digital X-Rays and Comprehensive Oral Exams on all new patients Cosmetic Smile Makeovers and Full Mouth Digital X-Rays Reconstruction (Complimentary Consultation) $100 Value Occlusal Guards and Bite Adjustments New patients only.

Snore Guards and Sleep Apnea Analysis Digital X-Rays (90% less radiation) and Intra-Oral Photos Digitally Scanned Dental ImpressionsNo more gooey impressions!

Electronic Records Accept and File all Major Insurances Implants Root Canals Extractions Same day appointments available!

Spa-like Relaxing Atmosphere

FREE

Excellence in Dentistry

470.288.1152 • roswelldentalcare.com 1570 Old Alabama Rd • Ste 102 • Roswell, GA 30076

How are veneers attached?

Before the veneers are designed, the front surface of the teeth will need to be reshaped. The amount is minimal and equivalent to the thickness of the veneer.

Next, an impression or a digital scan of the teeth is taken and sent off to the dental laboratory to cast an accurate model of the teeth, which is used to fabricate the veneers. You will be provided with temporary veneers to protect the prepared teeth.

Once the veneers are designed, they will be fitted to the prepared teeth and cemented into place.

How long do veneers last?

Veneers are essentially permanent;

they are designed to last between 10 and 15 years before they are replaced by another set. The secret to veneer longevity is proper maintenance, care, and taking the appropriate precautions.

Avoid hard foods Just like regular teeth, chewing on hard items like pens or using your teeth as tools can potentially damage your veneers. Cracking or chipping them is rare, but it is possible. Habitually chewing in the same spot or using certain teeth to open packages consistently can also wear them out over time.

Maintain healthy dental hygiene Veneers can collect plaque and tartar build-up just like your natural teeth do, which is why it is so important to keep up with your dental hygiene. Brush your teeth twice a day, floss daily, and be sure to keep your biannual dental cleaning appointments. Keeping your regular cleaning appointments will prevent worse problems, such as gingivitis and cavities. With your new veneers, you can enjoy virtually any food.

Dr. Remaley and his associate, Dr. Destinee Hood will give you a complimentary smile consultation and will provide you with an accurate estimate of your new smile makeover.

If you would like to schedule a complimentary consultation or would like more information about veneers, please give our office a call at 470.288.1152.

HEALTH & WELLNESS • Sponsored Section

AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | May 13, 2021 | 13

Vitamin D: The Supplement Specialist You Should Probably Be Taking in Integrative Oncology

Brought to you by – Jonathan Stegall, MD

CBD and muscle recovery Brought to you by – The Hemp Farm Store Research into exactly how CBD helps with exercise is still growing but there is a plethora of anecdotal evidence and testaments from athletes on how CBD aides in their fitness routine.

Cannabidiol, or CBD, has natural anti-inflammatory properties making it a useful tool for post-workout recovery. During normal strenuous exercise, your muscle fibers tear allowing for muscle growth. These tiny tears signal your bodies natural inflammation process to occur causing that soreness that is all too familiar. CBD works to reduce the inflammation potentially allowing faster recovery times while also promoting improved physical and mental wellness.

Another benefit of CBD usage is the relaxation and sleep properties.

Most of our muscle recovery occurs while we are sleeping, making it critical to get a good night’s rest for optimal performance.

There are several options to incorporate CBD into your fitness routine. Topical creams and salves can be applied to immediately relive sore and achy muscles. CBD bath bombs or salts are great for a post workout soak to relax and reduce soreness.

Tinctures, capsules, and other edibles are great for the all-around wellness, reducing inflammation and assisting with your sleep routine.

I receive a lot of questions from my patients about nutritional supplements. Part of my job is to prioritize the right supplements for them, while excluding the ones that are not necessary (or might even be harmful). This is especially important when it comes to cancer.

If I had to choose just one supplement to recommend, it would be vitamin D. We know that vitamin D is important for supporting several key aspects of health, including the immune system, the musculoskeletal system, and even the brain and heart.

Although we obtain some vitamin D from the sun, as well as from food, I have found that virtually all patients who are not supplementing with vitamin D have a suboptimal level.

I encourage you to ask your doctor to check your vitamin D 25-OH level the next time you have blood drawn.

A level between 50-80 ng/mL in the blood is considered optimal. For most

Cancer Treatments Including: IV Vitamin C Fractionated Chemotherapy Nutrition Supplementation people, a daily dose between 5,00010,000 international units of vitamin D3 is required to achieve this optimal level. It is also recommended to have vitamin K2 (often included within the same capsule) to enhance absorption.

As always, please discuss any potential new supplement with your doctor to make sure it is right for you.

Jonathan Stegall, MD 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020

WINNER 2016

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

WINNER

WINNER

Best Of North Atlanta

Best Of North Atlanta

2016

Presented By

Presented By

Holistic/ Alternative Medicine

Nutritionist

Oncology

3333 Old Milton Pkwy.

Suite 560 • Alpharetta, GA 30022 (770) 551-2730 www. drstegall.com

14 | May 13, 2021 | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell

HEALTH & WELLNESS • Sponsored Section

Self-Advocacy and second opinions Brought to you by: Dr. Brent Taylor, Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta Second opinions can be invaluable. A study by the Mayo Clinic found that a diagnosis was changed or discovered in 21% of patients seeking a second opinion, and nearly 66% of all patients seeking a second opinion had their diagnosis refined.

Receiving care for the wrong diagnosis or, more often, not receiving care for an undiagnosed issue can be life altering or sometimes even prove deadly.

Recently, a surprising number of patients have told me about experiences when their own initiative or a second opinion proved to be lifesaving. One patient was told that an incidental finding of low platelets (thrombocytopenia) was dismissed by his first physician as likely of little consequence. This patient sought a second opinion, and a bone marrow biopsy identified leukemia and led to treatment. Another patient’s doctor told her that a mass could be watched and that since imaging was not necessary, it would not be covered by insurance. She paid out of her own pocket for a CT scan that identified the cancer that she suspected she had. Multiple other patients shared similar stories. And whereas this may come as a shock to some, it is, sadly, not surprising to me. Physicians are not infallible.

I genuinely believe that patients should be their own advocate. Good physicians support their patients seeking additional professional opinions. In fact, my patients and I share similar stories because a second (fifth actually) opinion saved the life – or more accurately the quality and course of life – of my son: I count my blessings that my wife holds to her convictions and advocates for our family. Multiple “second” opinions at her insistence saved my oldest child from a lifetime of developmental struggles and unnecessary deafness. Our oldest effectively stopped talking at about 14 months old. He never had a diagnosed or suspected ear infection. And although he would eventually turn towards us when we called his name, my wife was convinced that he could not hear. She took him to multiple pediatricians and was repeatedly dismissed with the counsel that “boys will be boys” and “not everyone is a talker.”

These were board-certified, well-trained physicians. Over the course of a year, his speech deteriorated from a dozen words at 14 months to only 2 words at 2 years old. A pediatric ENT, an audiologist and another pediatrician examined him and suggested autism, but when asked, they could not support their conclusions convincingly. The diagnosis just didn’t fit, as there were no other symptoms of autism.

Finally, at our second pediatric ENT and audiology appointment, the audiologist determined that the way sound waves bounced back from his ear drums was

not consistent with open, air-filled middle ears. Dr. Matthew Whitley (Pediatric Ear Nose and Throat of Atlanta) scheduled an appointment to place tubes in his ear drums and explore further. Shortly into the surgery, Dr. Whitley discovered that my son had “glue ear,” which is when a glue-like semisolid forms behind the ear drum. Our son could hear sounds, which explains how he passed his first hearing test at one year old, but sounds were heard as if underwater, and he could not differentiate between many sounds which made speech unintelligible. Dr. Whitley inserted tubes, removed the glue-like material from our son’s middle ear and restored his hearing. Within one week our son went from speaking two words to twenty words. We were informed that in a case such as our son’s, it would likely have taken years for the glue ear to resolve on its own. Had we stuck with our first, second, third, or fourth opinion, our son would have been severely affected by deafness (and thus speech) during critical developmental years.

As a Mohs surgeon, I have had many of my greatest successes in the field of skin cancer, oftentimes in the context of my serving as a second opinion. One patient was told by his previous Mohs surgeon that further surgery was not possible on his scalp, which was riddled with painful cancers. However, my patient and I selectively employed photodynamic therapy, 5-fluorouracil cream and Mohs surgery with skin grafts. His scalp is now healed and pain and cancer-free. Other patients have come to me with skin cancers dismissed by their previous dermatologists who assured them that a biopsy was not necessary. The most common scenario has been that of growths that the patients were reassured were cysts but that ultimately proved to be squamous cell carcinomas. Biopsies have often identified the presence of skin cancers that, if left untreated, could metastasize to other organ systems.

Perhaps most frustrating to my patients, innumerable individuals have come to me upset that at their previous practice they were never told that Mohs surgery is an option. Frequently, patients first see me when cancers treated elsewhere begin to regrow. Usually, these cancers were treated by a scrape and burn (ED&C), standard excision or freezing by another doctor. Each of these methods is appropriate in certain circumstances, but what frustrated these patients is that they were not offered the choice of Mohs surgery.

Mohs surgery is a method of curing skin cancer by removing small pieces of tissue and checking the edges under the microscope until clear, cancer-free margins are obtained. Mohs surgery has the highest cure rate (usually 99%) of any procedure for the most common skin can-

See PREMIER, Page 15

HEALTH & WELLNESS • Sponsored Section

The questions of care Brought to you by – Home Helpers

Over the years, we all face health challenges. For our older loved ones, there are a myriad of questions to answer when creating a plan for a safe homecoming from the hospital, surgery, rehabilitation or a nursing facility stay.

Today we’d like to review the most common questions we receive at Home Helpers of North Atlanta and highlight how we can work to complement your senior health coverage to provide a wholistic approach tailored to your needs in the comfort of home.

-What’s the difference between Home Health and Home Care?

Providing you qualify under Medicare or Medicaid guidelines, Home Health provides professional, clinical medical assistance. A skilled nurse can come on an intermittent, part time basis to assist with things like injections, major wound care, pain management medications and ongoing medical tests. Licensed physical or occupational therapist visits may also be prescribed to help improve or maintain your condition. Typically, the plan involves a therapist coming out two or three times a week, with the responsibility for daily therapy homework to be performed by you when the therapist isn’t there. In either case, extended or 24 hour care is not covered. Services are not intended to last forever, but to reach a goal, and you are responsible for any copays. Your care plan will be reviewed and audited at certain points.

Home Care services are typically not covered by health insurance but may be covered if you have a long term care policy or are a veteran. A trained inhome care aide helps with your activities of daily living - from bathing, dressing, incontinence care and grooming for a full range of personal care. Chosen for

Premier: Continued from Page 14 cers and is considered the gold standard treatment for skin cancer on the head and neck.

Physicians have an obligation to present patients with the most reasonable treatment options, even when 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 consid-

their compassion and extensive skills training, a heart centered Home Helpers caregiver can also cover things like meal preparation, light housekeeping, assistance keeping medical appointments and following therapy homework for a faster and more successful recovery. The companionship and dedicated care provided can be critically important, especially upon homecoming. From several days a week to 24/7 coverage, and your inhome care can be adjusted as the road to recovery progresses.

There are some Medicare Part C programs, also known as Medicare Advantage, that have also recently started to offer some coverage for in-home care.

Requirements vary by the company you purchased coverage from. The Veteran’s Aid and Attendance Benefit Program can also help pay for these services.

-Do you do PT or OT? How do they differ?

With Home Health, Physical Therapy (PT) and Occupational Therapy (OT) have two different aims. Physical Therapy treats or improves an impairment. Occupational Therapy teaches you how to function with a limitation. So, PT strengthens an injury and OT helps you learn how to use it in everyday life. If approved under Medicare for a medically necessary reason at your home, a licensed therapist will provide therapy sessions. Home Care can help on all the days therapists aren’t there, by helping to take notes about your homework exercises and making sure you complete them. How diligent you are about carrying out your therapy plans determines your success.

We’re here to help, with proactive attention to detail by a team that has compassion, depth and skill. For a free consultation please call Home Helpers of North Atlanta at (678) 430-8511. ered 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.

AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | May 13, 2021 | 15

16 | May 13, 2021 | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell

SPORTS

Johns Creek, Cambridge tennis teams defend state titles

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmedia.com ROME, Ga. — The Johns Creek boys and Cambridge girls tennis programs defended their state titles May 8 at the Georgia High School Association state championships in Rome.

The Johns Creek boys won the program’s third straight championship and fifth in 10 seasons, while the Cambridge girls captured their second consecutive title and third since 2015.

Both programs knocked off North

Fulton teams in the finals.

Johns Creek downed Centennial 3-0 last month to claim its third consecutive Region 7-6A championship before going undefeated in the GHSA playoffs. The Gladiators knocked off Kell, Rome, Valdosta and crosstown rivals Chattahoochee all by a score of 3-0 to clinch another appearance in the state finals.

The boys 6A championship match was an all-North Fulton affair with the Gladiators taking on Cambridge.

Continuing the team’s dominant fash-

EVERY SATURDAY MORNING

Alpharetta City Center Season Open thru Nov. 27 • 8:30 – 12pm

AlpharettaFarmersMarket.com Manager@AlpharettaFarmersMarket.com

ion, the Gladiators took a 3-0 win over the Bears to claim the 6A boys state crown.

Johns Creek’s championship run continued North Fulton’s dominance in the Class 6A boys brackets. Johns Creek or Northview have won the 6A boys championship each of the past five years.

State runner-up Cambridge also had a strong playoff run. The Bears took down two region champions, Solution Buford and Carrolton, on their way to the finals, outscoring opponents by a R U B E

E N O S

P F R L O A D S N E A T

E R G O

E F S A T I L T T O M L W A S E B E T A R E S S O N T S I S U D N E S T O A M A N I S E B U L A S U T O S N E U E A R T S

E C T L O E I N E S T T H I R G U M L E S O S O A T O H A T E R O N E A

A Z A A L R E M A

M I C K E Y F N I P E N O W N R T T S A N C L E A A R

M O R E

O N E R

S A R N E D S S P E S O

A S T A

12-2 margin.

While the Cambridge boys team fell short of its first state championship, the girls program defended its 2019 state title after the pandemic cancelled the 2020 season.

Cambridge, the Region 7-6A girls champs, outscored its first three playoff opponents 11-0 before taking down Region 4 champs North Atlanta in the semifinals.

That win set up another Johns Creek/Cambridge matchup for the state title May 8 with the Bears taking on the No. 2 seed from 7-6A. In the same result from the Region 7-6A championship match, the Bears took down Johns Creek 3-0 to lift the state title hardware.

State runner-up Johns Creek swept its first three opponents 3-0 and beat rivals Centennial 3-1 to advance to the finals.

In Class 5A girls competition, Northview was seeking its second state title in three seasons but fell just short with a 3-2 loss to McIntosh in the finals. Northview was the region 5-5A runner-up and the only No. 2 seed to reach the final four.

ART IN THE PARK IS BACK FOR OUR 11 YEAR! TH

NOW 2 DAYS FOR YOUR SHOPPING!

Saturday May 22nd 9am-4pm and Sunday 23rd 12pm-4pm Creativity hits the park in charming Downtown Alpharetta. This outdoor artists market features handcrafted work by local artists who create masterpieces right before your eyes. Come enjoy the pottery, woodwork, metal work, jewelry creations, handmade children’s clothing, photography, watercolor, oil, soaps and lotions, mosaic art and much more.

Event Contact: Buddy Gash • 678-296-2829 • jggash@bellsouth.net

631 North Main St. Suite 109, Milton, Ga 30004 • 770-667-2112

THE PICTURE FRAMER

AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | May 13, 2021 | 17

Congratulations to the Class of 2021!

You were accepted to 97 different college and universities, will attend 32 universities in 27 different states and were offered more than $9,000,000 in academic, fine arts, and athletic scholarships.

2765 Bethany Bend, Alpharetta, GA 30004 | www.KingsRidgeCS.org | 770.754.5738

18 | May 13, 2021 | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell

OPINION

Take a wildflower watching walk Springtime means fishing time, and you’ll find me on the water as often as I can get there. Usually, spring fishing is good.

But some days they just aren’t biting.

That’s how it was the other day. I was STEVE HUDSON fishing for bass in Get Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net Little River, a tributary to Allatoona Lake, but the fish were having none of it. So I’d admitted defeat and had decided, instead, to simply enjoy an afternoon of hiking.

The trail was level for a while, but then it took me up a steep slope. At the top I stopped for a moment to catch my breath.

And that’s when I saw them: a half dozen splashes of bright purple just inches from my feet.

It was a little patch of wildflowers – and it was a reminder that wildflower season is here again.

Not being a flower expert, I had no idea what I was seeing. So I pulled the trusty phone out of my day pack and snapped a few pictures. Then, as I often do when hiking, I sent one of the photos to my daughter. She’s a plant person, and I figured if anyone could identify what I’d found, then she could.

Pretty soon, the phone dinged to alert

me to an incoming text – and sure enough, she had identified the flowers as “dwarf crested iris.” Now I have no idea whether the dwarf crested iris is particularly unusual or otherwise noteworthy, but I can tell you beyond a shadow of a doubt that it’s a spectacular flower.

And I had found it!

Like discovering a new secret fishing spot, spotting new wildflowers turns out to be a heady thing. It just might be as addictive as fishing.

On that day, what else did I find? Well, there were bright yellow “creeping buttercups.” There were some purple ones called the “common vetch.” One I especially liked had fringed white petals and a bright yellow center – I believe it’s called “prairie fleabane.”

Now lest you be impressed by my farranging knowledge of things botanical, let me confess that I had help from technology. It turns out that there are various apps for your phone that’ll help you identify wildflowers. Search for “Georgia wildflowers identification” or even just “wildflower ID,” and you’ll find a bunch of them. For some, in fact, all you have to do is upload a photo. That’s kind of neat.

In fact, it occurs to me that an interactive wildflower ID app might be a good way to pique young folks’ interest in the out-of-

See HUDSON, Page 19

RELAX | REFUEL | RESTORE

Come join us for our

GRAND OPENING May 22, 10am–2pm

Discounts will be given. Several Items to be raffled off. Food and Drinks will be provided.

Hydration Station is a wellness recovery center focused on getting you back to your A-game as fast as possible. Currently, Hydration Station offers IV Drip Therapy, Whole Body and Local Cryotherapy, Cryofacials, Massage, Fascial Stretch Therapy, Normatec Compression for the whole body, Oxygen Therapy, and Red Light Therapy.

stationhydration.com | 1-833-TRY-CRYO 210 South Main St. Ste. B Alpharetta, Ga 30009 (located in The Maxwell)

OPINION

Hudson: Continued from Page 18 doors. I’ve learned long ago that where kids are concerned, it’s hard for the outdoor world to complete with the strong, strong lure of technology. But a wildflower ID app challenges kids to put that phone to work in the field – and you might be surprised how that plays out.

There are also more traditional guides to wildflowers, too, and (even with the power of technology tucked away in my daypack) I want a traditional Georgia wildflower field guide to carry with me as I hike.

Any suggestions from our more experienced wildflower watchers? This is all new to me, and recommendations are welcome.

Please let me know what you recommend.

What about the “where” of wildflower watching? When I spotted those little iris blooms, I was hiking at Olde Rope Mill Park near Woodstock. Other close-by favorites

CITY OF ALPHARETTA PUBLIC NOTICE PH-21-AB-15 Please note that, due to ongoing efforts to encourage “social distancing” in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting will be conducted virtually using Zoom meetings.

PLACE To Attend the Virtual Meeting: Using Your Computer, Tablet or Smartphone Go to: https://zoom.us Meeting ID: 923 9419 9776 Dial In: 1-646-558-8656 May 20, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. PURPOSE Hotel Consumption on Premises Liquor, Beer, Wine & Sunday Sales APPLICANT HEG, LLC d/b/a The Hamilton 35 Milton Avenue Alpharetta, GA 30009 Owner HEG, LLC Registered Agent Michael Sard

for finding wildflowers turn out to be the trails of the Jones Bridge, Gold Branch and Johnson Ferry North Units of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, the trails of Birmingham Park in Milton, and the trails at Kennesaw Mountain. Many parks and nature centers host guided wildflower walks, too, so there’s yet another possibility for you to enjoy.

But remember that wildflowers, being wild, can be anywhere. You can even look

AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | May 13, 2021 | 19

in your own back yard. Ours seems to be a sanctuary for wild violets. While I know they’re considered to be weeds, they sure are pretty to look at.

Besides, if I am admiring them, I don’t have to worry about pulling them. That’s another plus to the wildflower watching game!

The next few weeks should be great ones for spotting these hidden gems of color. Keep your eyes open as you hike this

spring. It’s a great deal of fun, and there’s no telling what you might see.

There are many great wildflower viewing opportunities to be found close to home in the units of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, and Steve Hudson’s book HIKING THE HOOCH will give you detailed info on the many hiking trails awaiting you there. It’s available from Amazon, and signed copies are available from the author at flykits.net.

COMMUNITY

20 | May 13, 2021 | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell

Northern Ridge names Eagle Scouts for April

BRACEY

The Northern Ridge Boy Scout District, which includes Roswell, Alpharetta, Johns Creek and Milton, has announced its newest Eagle Scouts.

WELLS

April 12: Matthew Wells, of Troop 356, sponsored by Fellowship Christian School, whose project was replacing the existing dugout benches at Roswell Area Park, Field No. 2, with brand new ones.

MENG

CITY OF ALPHARETTA PUBLIC NOTICE PH-21-AB-14 Please note that, due to ongoing efforts to encourage “social distancing” in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting will be conducted virtually using Zoom meetings.

PLACE To Attend the Virtual Meeting: Using Your Computer, Tablet or Smartphone Go to: https://zoom.us Meeting ID: 923 9419 9776 Dial In: 1-646-558-8656 May 20, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. PURPOSE Restaurant Consumption on Premises Liquor, Beer, Wine & Sunday Sales APPLICANT TAB Alpharetta, LLC d/b/a Senor Patron 2560 Old Milton Parkway #120 Alpharetta, GA 30009 Owner TAB Alpharetta, LLC Registered Agent Shazin Hemani

CHIEN

LEWIS

April 14: Daniel Meng, of Troop 2143, sponsored by Johns Creek United Methodist Church, whose project was the design and construction of a large hydroponic cart for the Johns Creek High School Cafeteria.

April 18: Jacob Chien, of Troop 2000, sponsored by Johns Creek Presbyterian Church, whose project was the design and construction of a section of boardwalk for the trails at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center.

April 25: Brayden Lewis, of Troop 356, sponsored by Fellowship Christian School, whose project was renovation of two bridges located at Sweetwater park and the clearing of vegetation that had grown over the bridges.

Rehab: Continued from Page 5 office buildings to the north and east.

Two residential subdivisions, Taylor Oaks and Hembree Forest, lie to the west and south.

Nearby residents turned out in force to oppose the request when it was presented at the Planning Commission.

About half a dozen residents, one from Roswell, spoke out against having a substance abuse residential facility as a neighbor. They also pointed out that, while Alpharetta already has five drug rehab centers, none of them share a property line with residential.

The city’s Community Development

BUNAREK

DANIELS

LYNCH

April 27: William James Bracey, of Troop 356, sponsored

by Fellowship Christian School, whose project was the design, construction and installation of 10 Barred Owl Nesting boxes at Fellowship Christian School.

April 29: Peter Bunarek, of Troop 69, sponsored by Alpharetta First United Methodist Church, whose project was the clearing out of five areas and laying five concrete pads and placing a bench with landscaping in each area for the Alpharetta Parks and Recreation Department.

April 29: Spencer Daniels, of Troop 3000, sponsored by Birmingham United Methodist Church, whose project was the restoration of the Senior Square area at Milton High School, by repainting and resealing the tables and benches as well as power washing the area.

PAYNE

SEPEDA

April 29: Alex Payne, of Troop 3000, sponsored by Birmingham United Methodist Church, whose project was the design and construction of a memorial garden for Furkids. Payne landscaped and added a swing for patrons.

April 29: Logan Sepeda, of Troop 226, sponsored by Bridge to Grace Church, whose project was the restoration of an educational tree trail at Roswell Area Park. Sepeda redesigned the trail map and replaced 36 identification signs.

April 29: Preston Shirmeyer, of Troop 226, sponsored by Bridge to Grace Church, whose project was the restoration and rebuilding of a pump house on the property of Bridge of Grace Church.

SHIRMEYER

April 29: Mason Lynch, of Troop 10, sponsored by St. Benedict’s Catholic Church, whose project was the design and construction of adding an extension and two sets of stairs to the existing stage at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center.

Department received more than 100 signatures on letters and emails opposing the development. Most cited a decline in property values as the reason for their petition.

The 13-acre property is currently zoned office and institutional, and the site plan shows an existing 50-foot buffer.

City staff has recommended approval, with conditions, such as an 8-foot privacy fence and other buffer landscaping.

Attorney Don Rolader, representing Advanced Recovery Facilities, said the operation is planned for an area zoned office and institutional.

“That’s where it’s supposed to be,” he said. “It’s not in a neighborhood. It’s next to one.”

Rolader said the operation is a state-

of-the-art facility and does what it is supposed to do.

“People who are strong enough to understand and accept that they have a problem and strong enough to deal with that problem, are not a problem anywhere else,” Rolader said. “If there were going to be a problem, it would’ve been with people who lost their senses and were there in memory care and have no control over themselves.”

Planning commissioners were mixed on the proposal, saying rehabilitation centers are a growing asset to communities. At the same time, they said they were sympathetic to neighbors who might face disruption from activities at the center. In addition to buffers and the fence, commissioners added another condition banning organized outdoor activities at the facility after 8 p.m.

NEWS

Council: Continued from Page 4 in 2015. He estimated it would’ve been enough to amount to a 12 percent decrease in residents’ property taxes over the years.

“So when we talk about investing in our budget, investing in our community…we can’t continue to turn down investment in the community,” Tyser said. “That’s what’s happening, and that’s why our budget continues to get tighter and tighter every year.”

Zapata pointed to a 10-year chart showing Roswell’s maintenance and onetime capital investments have gradually vanished from the general fund expenditures over the years. He argued that this showed way too much going toward operating expenses and suggested the city chart a different course.

Tyser said that would result in a huge tax spike.

“I don’t understand the war on city employees that you’re proposing. I don’t understand it, I never will,” he said. “But

AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | May 13, 2021 | 21

in order to do what you’re recommending, which is a large increase in maintenance funds, and keep the proper payment of our employees for the work that they do on a competitive basis, the only way to get there is a massive tax increase that you’re going to propose. There is no other way. And the numbers don’t lie. If you don’t pay your employees properly, they’re not going to be here for very long.”

Rezoning allows for mosque Also during Monday’s meeting, the Roswell Community Masjid, an Islamic community development organization, sought to have a 4.5-acre property at 11370 Crabapple Road rezoned. The organization petitioned city officials to re-designate the home from residential to civic and institutions so it could be turned into a mosque.

After more than two hours of discussion, presentations, and public testimony, the City Council unanimously approved the rezoning with 10 conditions for signage, landscaping, driveway configuration, turn lane and traffic light construction.

The vote was celebrated with a round of applause by RCM supporters in the council chambers.

Locally Owned and Operated

• Pre-planning • Grief Support • Funeral Services • Veteran Services • Cremation Services

770-645-1414

info@northsidechapel.com www.northsidechapel.com

North Fulton’s Only On-Site Crematory

WANT MORE? FOLLOW US!

• Breaking News • Exclusive Content • Message the Editor • Photos / Videos

facebook.com/AlpharettaRoswellHerald

In Memoriam

Ada Geer “Scruggs, McConnell”

Ada Geer “Scruggs, McConnell”, has passed away peacefully in her home with her son Garret, her niece Carol at her side and her faithful dog Kate at her feet.

She is preceded in death by her husband William Beamon III, her parents Mr. and Mrs. Peter Zack Geer Senior and her brother Peter Zack Geer Junior.

She is survived by her son Garret Geer, her niece Carol Geer Freitas, Great niece Melanie Freitas and her daughter Mahealani, her nephew Zack Geer III and his sons Zack and Harrison. She is also survived by several loving cousins and one aunt, Mrs. Nell Geer.

She was educated in the public schools of Miller County Georgia.

Attended Mercer university for one year; she then attended Florida State University where she graduated in English.

Later education at Georgia State University included a Masters in English Education & a T6 degree in Library Science.

Ada taught school for most of her life at Roswell high school. Later in life Ada developed a love of flowering shrubs and annuals, as long as she was able, she planted and attended these flowers.

Services were held at The Colquitt Methodist church, 2 PM April 20, 2021.

12050 Crabapple Road • Roswell, GA 30075

DEATH NOTICES James Michael Airington, Jr. of Alpharetta, passed away May 1, 2021. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home.

James Bagwell, 91, of Alpharetta, passed away April 28, 2021. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Director & Crematory.

Lillian Buntele, 80, of Roswell, passed away May 1, 2021.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Director & Crematory.

Roswell Funeral Home Green Lawn Cemetary Faithfully Serving Families Since 1839

Roswell Funeral Home Green Lawn Cemetary Faithfully Serving Families Since 1839

Dolla Epstein, 86, of Roswell, passed away April 30, 2021. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Roswell Funeral Home Green Lawn Cemetary Faithfully Serving Families Since 1839

Roswell Funeral Home Green Lawn Cemetary Roswell Funeral Home Faithfully Serving Families Since 1839 Green Lawn Cemetary Faithfully Serving Families Since 1839

Michael Galla, 42, passed away May 2, 2021.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Robert Nick, 84, of Milton, passed away May 3, 2021.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Director & Crematory.

Janes Jankowski, 81, of Roswell, passed away April 29, 2021. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Eloise Phillips, 85, of Roswell, passed away May 1, 2021.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Director & Crematory.

Roswell Funeral Home Amanda Mayfield, 44, of Green Lawn Cemetary Roswell Funeral Home Faithfully Serving Roswell Since 1839 Milton, passed away April Green Lawn Cemetary

29, 2021. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Director & Crematory.

Faithfully Serving Families Since 1839

Roswell Funeral Home Green Lawn Cemetary Faithfully Serving Roswell Since 1839

Kathleen Rhoads, 91, of Alpharetta, passed away April 29, 2021. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Director & Crematory.

Rachel Schroeder, 97, of Roswell, passed away May 1, 2021. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Director & Crematory.

Roswell Funeral Home Green Lawn Cemetary Faithfully Serving Families Since 1839

John Spiegel, 89, of Suwanee, passed away April 29, 2021.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Roswell Funeral Home William Green Lawn Cemetary

Van Hout, Sr.,79, of Roswell, passed away May 1, 2021. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Director & Crematory.

Roswell Funeral Home

Faithfully Serving Families Since 1839

Green Lawn Cemetary

Faithfully Serving Roswell Since 1839

22 | May 13, 2021 | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell

ONLINE INCLUDED C a l l t o d a y t o p l a c e y o u r a d 4 7 0 . 2 2 2 . 8 4 6 9 o r e m a i l c l a s s i f i e d s @ a p p e n m e d i a g r o u p . c o m • FA X : 7 7 0 - 4 7 5 - 1 2 1 6

NATIONAL ADVERTISING

Help Wanted

Home & Garden

Full-time

Experienced Certified Medical Assistant

College Kids Welcome!

30 Jobs for Immediate Hire Loading Software, Shipping/ Receiving, Light packing Great Company!

Climate Controlled Environment $11/ hour for 1st Shift $12/ hour for 2nd Shift $14/ hour for 3rd Shift $100 Retention Bonus for Month of June Call 770-645-6300 or email: leah@actionstaffingatl.com Director Of Accounting Services Sawnee EMC is seeking a Director of Accounting Services to provide financial and accounting services, coordinate budgeting and financial planning, perform internal audit functions, analyze and prepare financial information, statistical analysis and prepare financial reports to management. Responsible for staff supervision of plant accounting and billing sections. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field with a minimum of five to ten years related work experience in an accounting environment and/or combination of the two. Applicants must have a high level of competency in MS Office, Accounting, Spreadsheet and Database software; Preferred experience of RUS System of Accounts in the electric utility industry.

Applicants must complete an application prior to 5 PM, May 21, 2021. Apply online: www.sawnee. com/careers. If you require a paper application or an alternate format, please contact us at 770-8872363 extension 7568.

Sawnee Electric Membership Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of Females, Minorities, Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Sawnee EMC is VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Drug Free Workplace.

CDL DRIVERS

Wanted. Knowledge of Greater Atlanta beneficial.

Local driving only. Medical insurance available. Call 770-889-1550 or apply online at www.conexrecycling.com

3rd shift Flexo Press, Packers and Forklift openings. Text “Job” to 678-308-5174 if interested.

Sr. Software Developer

For busy Dermatology Office.

Marietta, Cumming and Duluth offices RESPONSIBILITIES: • Gather the patient medical history and document it on an iPad • Hands on assist during medical examinations and procedures • Be in charge of treatment rooms and medical instruments REQUIREMENTS: • Proven working experience as a medical assistant • Knowledge of working with an EMR system • Knowledge of medical terminology • Great time-management and multi-tasking skills and ability to prioritize work • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) GREAT BENEFITS AFTER 90 DAYS Lauren: lauren@naderm.com Software Developer: Design, Dev.& test order Mngmt & supply chain sys. using Oracle Apps, Oracle Buz.Intel Ent.Edn.11g, Oracle RDBMS, Oracle Dev. PL/SQL, SQL*Loader, C, C++, PL/SQL, Java etc. Req: MS in Engg/ Com.Sci. Salary: $86000/ Yr. Resume to: Avnil, 12600 Deerfield Pkwy Ste 100 Alpharetta, GA 30004. details @ www.avnil.com

Warehouse guy needed for shipping and receiving UPS, unloading and loading trucks, stocking inventory on shelves, cleaning and organizing warehouse.

Pulling orders for customer pick-ups, and standard warehouse duties. Hours Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00 Chamblee area

Part-time Evening Office Cleaning 3-4 hours a night M-F. 770-986-7771

Part-time Newspaper Delivery Route Open with Appen Media Group Looking for one person or couple interested in delivering newspaper in South Forsyth county and/or Johns Creek. Requirements: Perfect driving record and background check, reliable transportation, honest, reliable, and positive attitude. Send an email to ray@appenmedia. com and include a paragraph or two about who you are and your background/experience.

IN THE SUBJECT LINE PLEASE PUT “DELIVERY ROUTE”.

SPORTS COLLECTIBLE SALES: Turn your sports knowledge into cash at Southeastern craft shows. Resume to: position@homefields.com

Design, develop & modify software applications; Code & debug applications in various software languages; Develop & direct software system testing & validation procedures, programming, & documentation; Prepares functional specifications & technical document. Will use tools as Redshift, Oracle 11g, DB2, Informatica, Teradata, AWS, SQL Server. Masters Deg in ENGG (ANY), COMP. SCI., Technology OR MIS plus 12 Months exp in Related Occupation is reqd. Will accept Bach deg w/5 yrs of exp as equal to Master’s Deg. Various Unanticipated Locations Throughout the U.S. Please apply w/2 copies of resume. Tej Solutions, Inc. 5490 McGinnis Village Place Suite# 131 Alpharetta, GA 30005

Sales

Cemetery

Update your home with beautiful new blinds & shades.

Free in-home estimates make it convenient to shop from home.

Professional installation. Top quality - Made in the USA. Free consultation: 877-212-7578.

Ask about our specials!

Auto Donation Donate Your Car to Veterans Today! Help and Support our Veterans. Fast - FREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800-245-0398

Education & Training Train online to do medical billing! Become a Medical Office Professional at CTI! Get trained & certified to work in months!

888-572-6790. (M-F 8-6 ET)

Estate Sale

Cemetery

Health & Fitness

ESTATE SALE May 14-15 9am to 3pm Highlands Manor Ct White Columns Golf Section

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

Dental insurance - Physicians Mutual Insurance Company.

Covers 350 procedures. Real insurance - not a discount plan. Get your free dental info kit! 1-888-623-3036 www. dental50plus.com/58 #6258

Garage Sale ROSWELL-30076 Multi-family; 235 Southwind Circle.

Friday 5/14, Saturday 5/15, 9AM-3PM Johns Creek-Alpharetta SEVEN OAKS HUGE NEIGHBORHOOD SALE Sat. May 15, 8AM-2PM. Map & List at 12275 Seven Oaks Pkwy 30005. See balloons on Mailboxes

Bargains Household FINE CHINA: 12-piece complete. Rose pattern.

New! $125. 678-656-5224 T H O M A S V I L L E DRESSER: Mocha.

7-drawer.

Brush-nickel knobs. $400. 770-3124209

RESTHAVEN CEMETERY: Milton Ave, Alpharetta.

20’x20’ plot. State of Georgia deed. $40,000.

770-362-2506

Business Services Refinance North Atlanta’s Smartest Online Refi Analysis Tool Grab your mortgage statement and complete the easy questions at www.RefiBenefitQuiz. com to see – clearly and with details –if it’s wise for you to refi given the historically low rates in the market. * No SSN * No Phone Number * No Credit Check BankSouth Mortgage Company LLC NMLS 690971 Subject to credit and collateral approval.

VIAGRA and CIALIS USERS! 50 Generic Pills SPECIAL $99.00 FREE Shipping! 100% guaranteed. 24/7 CALL NOW! 888-445-5928 Hablamos Espanol

Medical Attention oxygen therapy users!

Inogen One G4 is capable of full 24/7 oxygen delivery. Only 2.8 pounds. Free info kit. Call 877-929-9587 ATTENTION DIABETICS! Save money on diabetic supplies!

Convenient home shipping for monitors, test strips, insulin pumps, catheters & more! To learn more, call now! 877810-0063

Miscellaneous 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. 1-844334-8353 special financing if qualified.

Eliminate gutter cleaning forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule free LeafFilter estimate today. 15% off Entire Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-855995-2490 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 BATH & SHOWER UPDATES in as little as ONE DAY! Affordable prices - No payments for 18 months! Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & Military Discounts available.

Call: 855-761-1725 Never pay for covered home repairs again! Complete Care Home Warranty covers all major systems & appliances.

30-day risk free. $200.00 off + 2 free months! 1-866-395-2490 Directv Now. No Satellite. $40/ mo 65 Channels. Stream news, live events, sports & on demand titles. No contract/commitment.

1-866-825-6523 DISH TV $64.99 For 190 Channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free Installation, Smart HD DVR Included, Free Voice Remote. Some restrictions apply.

Promo Expires 7/21/21.1-833-8722545 AT&T Internet. Starting at $40/ month w/12-mo agmt. 1 TB of data/mo. Ask how to bundle & SAVE! Geo & svc restrictions apply. 1-888-796-8850 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. 1-855-2703785 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 New authors wanted! Page Publishing will help selfpublish your book. Free author submission kit! Limited offer!

866-951-7214

Wanted to Buy Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests.

Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201

AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | May 13, 2021 | 23

Miscellaneous

Prepare for unexpected power outages with a Generac home standby generator

®

SERVICE DIRECTORY Concrete/Asphalt

Retaining Walls

REQUEST A FREE QUOTE!

844-334-8353

Extended Warranty* A $695 Value!

FREE 7-Year

Brick or Wood

Offer valid February 15, 2020 – June 6, 2021

Contact Ralph Rucker.

Many local references.

Honest, punctual, professional and reasonable prices!

Special Financing Available Subject to Credit Approval.

*To qualify, consumers must request a quote, purchase, install and activate the generator with a participating dealer. Call for a full list of terms and conditions.

678-898-7237

Home & Garden

Driveway

For those who qualify. One coupon per household. No obligation estimate valid for 1 year. *Offer valid at time of estimate only 2The leading consumer reporting agency conducted a 16 month outdoor test of gutter guards in 2010 and recognized LeafFilter as the “#1 rated professionally installed gutter guard system in America.” Manufactured in Plainwell, Michigan and processed at LMT Mercer Group in Ohio. See Representative for full warranty details. CSLB# 1035795 DOPL #10783658-5501 License# 7656 License# 50145 License# 41354 License# 99338 License# 128344 License# 218294 WA UBI# 603 233 977 License# 2102212986 License# 2106212946 License# 2705132153A License# LEAFFNW822JZ License# WV056912 License# WC-29998-H17 Nassau HIC License# H01067000 Registration# 176447 Registration# HIC.0649905 Registration# C127229 Registration# C127230 Registration# 366920918 Registration# PC6475 Registration# IR731804 Registration# 13VH09953900 Registration# PA069383 Suffolk HIC License# 52229-H License# 2705169445 License# 262000022 License# 262000403 License# 0086990 Registration# H-19114

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

MUL I-SELLER

.com

*

QUALIFIED SELLERS...FOR QUALIFIED BUYERS

Bid Live

&

MAY 25

2 pm

in

Old Milton Pkwy at 400, Alpharetta, GA

33±

Offerings

Alabama Florida Georgia Iowa

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.

Gutters

Wood Rot Repair, Deck Repair and Staining.

Roof Leaks, Carpentry, Painting, Siding and Soffits. Flooring, Tile, Electrical and Plumbing.

770-262-6272.

Property #3118

2.4

± ACRES

Home Improvement Finegan Home Improvements LLC: License #RBQA004932.

R e m o d e l i n g , handyman. 34 years experience. Basements finished, decks, screen porches, doors, drywall, painting, flooring, custom kitchens, bathrooms.

All insurance. Paul Finegan 404-353-5611

Pinestraw PINESTRAW, mulch delivery/installation available.

Firewood available. Licensed, insured. Angels of Earth Pinestraw and Mulch.

770-831-3612.

Pressure Washing

24 hour emergency service. Licensed, insured. Workers Comp, insurance claims. 25+ years experience. Family business. Free estimates. We Love Challenges!

Yellow Ribbon Tree Experts 770-512-8733 • www.yellowribbontree.com

PRESSURE WASHING

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.

BOLD TYPE WILL MAKE YOUR AD STAND OUT

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

Roofing Tree Services COMPLETE TREE SERVICES Appen-Rated 98 Text or Call us for a FREE quote appointment.

Tree removal, Pruning, Stump grinding, Free mulch, Fully insured, Emergency 24/7 770-450-8188

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

ADVERTISE HERE! CALL 770-

442-3278 TO PLACE AN AD

BOLD TYPE WILL MAKE YOUR AD STAND OUT

BUY IT, SELL IT, FIND IT! In the HERALD CLASSIFIEDS

Commercial Land Zoned C3 Other Properties to Include

◆7

◆ Commercial Property in Atlanta, GA Resid. Lots - Selling Absolute in Union City, GA

◆ Commercial Buildings & Lots ◆ Golf Course Lot ◆ Residential Land & Lots ◆ Grocery Store & Restaurant AL: 1481, FL: AB-1488, GAL: 2034 10% Buyer’s Premium Broker Participation

Call Ralph Rucker

678-898-7237

Flooring

Handyman

Local Property of Interest

Properties

Many local references-

STAND OUT

40

±

Bush Hogging, Clearing, Grading, Hauling, Etc.

MAKE YOUR AD

BOLD TYPE WILL

AUCTION

Online

Mention this ad. Concrete driveway specialists. Driveways, Pool Decks, Patios, Walkways, Slabs. A+ BBB rating. FREE ESTIMATE. Call Rachael at 678-250-4546 to schedule a FREE Estimate. 30 years of experience. ARBOR HILLS CONSTRUCTION INC. Please note we do have a minimum charge on accepted jobs of $4,500.

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

Auctions’ ®

Haulers

$250 OFF NEW DRIVEWAY!

Tree Services

Many Properties Sell Absolute!

404.662.4140

multi-seller.com

Live Auction Held: Home 2 Suites, 2168 Kingston Ct, Marietta, GA Alpharetta (4 Pubs), 3x4, May 12 & 19

Help Wanted Autos

Furniture

Homes

Services

Bargins

Household Haulers Gutters

COVERING NORTH ATLANTA – IN PRINT AND ONLINE!

Alpharetta-Roswell Herald • Milton Herald • Johns Creek Herald • Forsyth Herald • NorthFulton.com

CONTACT US AT 770-442-3278

24 | May 13, 2021 | Alpharetta-Roswell Herald | AppenMedia.com/Alpharetta_Roswell

’cue caters y’all!

WINNER 2014

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

WINNER 2015

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

WINNER 2016

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

WINNER 2017

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

WINNER 2018

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

WINNER 2019

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

WINNER 2020

Best Of North Atlanta Presented By

MILTON | CUMMING | PEACHTREE CORNERS | LAWRENCEVILLE | BUFORD

cuebarbecue.com