Residents raise concerns over rising property values
By AMBER PERRY amber@appenmedia.com
ROSWELL, Ga. — Residents questioned the City of Roswell’s proposal to keep the property tax rate steady for 2024 during a second public hearing on Oct. 7.
The city is proposing a rate of 4.949 mills, where 1 mill represents a tax liability of one dollar per $1,000 of assessed property value or 40 percent of its fair market value.
The millage rate has two components: 4.049 mills for the city’s maintenance and operations for services like public safety and .900 mills for debt service.
If the millage rate is kept the same, by law, that translate to a tax increase because property values have risen.
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Elena Sullivan is an Alpharetta photographer whose works are exhibited at the Alpharetta Branch Library. Sullivan used a macro lens to capture tiny details on flowers and plants.
Alpharetta photo exhibit reveals miniature worlds
By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — There’s another world hiding in plain sight on the miniature scale, photographer Elena Sullivan says.
“It’s very interesting to show tiny things to the big world,” said Sullivan, who lives in Alpharetta. “Sometimes people don’t notice when we are running around, rushing to work or
rushing home. It’s easy to miss all that beauty. That’s what mesmerizes me.”
Sullivan’s exhibit, “Refreshing Whispers of Bloom,” is on display at the Alpharetta Branch Library, 10 Park Plaza, through Oct. 20. Her collection of 15 fine art photos captures the smallest details of flowers through a macro lens, revealing miniscule details like dew drops and petals.
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Bloom,” by Elena Sullivan, shows miniscule water droplets resting on a flower. Sullivan said she wants her photos to reveal hidden beauties to her audience.
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Driver allegedly hits two people at Amphitheatre parking lot
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police received a report of two people struck by a white Range Rover in a parking lot at the Ameris Bank Amphitheatre on Sept. 23.
Authorities investigated the report as an aggravated assault, according to an Alpharetta police report.
A woman said she and a group of people were loading her vehicle to leave when her vehicle was struck by the Range Rover, which was driven by a man. She was struck by the vehicle as she exited to contact the driver.
She reached through the passenger’s side window to grab the driver’s arm, but the man grabbed the back of her neck and pushed her out.
Another woman in her group also allegedly was struck by the Range Rover’s tire.
Former employee accused of stealing merchandise
ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell Police responded to Ferguson Enterprise off Wills Road Oct. 2 after its manager lodged allegations that a former employee stole $12,000 in merchandise.
The branch manager said there had been an extensive investigation of the former employee based on security footage. She also said the employee worked at the company from May 2017 through September 2024.
According to the branch manager, the male suspect did not admit to the theft.
Officers said the branch manager provided model numbers, dates and times for each of the allegedly stolen items.
According to the company’s
investigation, the employee stole five water heaters, valued around $5,500, around 10 p.m. Aug. 8.
On three separate occasions throughout August and September, officers said the company’s investigation showed around $7,300 in stolen copper wire and additional water heaters.
Officers said a corporate security associate with Ferguson Enterprise provided officers with documentation and said they wish to press charges.
The suspect remains at large.
Police cite driver on Ga. 400
With open container charge
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A 29-year-old Lawrenceville man was charged with operating a vehicle with an open alcohol container Sept. 29.
Police were dispatched to Ga. 400 at the northbound Mansell Road offramp after receiving a report of an unconscious driver, according to an Alpharetta police report.
An officer found the driver sitting in the driver’s seat with an open alcoholic beverage in the driver side door panel, according to the report.
After regaining consciousness with the help of EMTs, the man told officers he had dozed off because he had been awake all day.
The man also was charged with stopping, standing or parking in a specified place.
Felon on probation charged with battery
ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell Police arrested a 35-year-old Fulton County man Oct. 4 for obstruction, drug possession and battery of a public officer after discovering his active warrants.
The officer said he saw a man walking down the middle of Oak Street in historic downtown Roswell around midnight and instructed him to keep to the sidewalk.
The man said he was rushing to make the bus to Sandy Springs and provided the officer with his
identification.
After a Georgia Crime Information Center search, the officer said it showed an active warrant for probation violation out of Fulton County with original charges for statutory rape, armed robbery and possession of marijuana. The officer also said the suspect is a registered sex offender.
The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office lists him as a wanted fugitive after his arrests in 2009 and 2011. His sentence was 15 years.
The suspect, identified as Justin Lane Byrd, began his incarceration in June 2012 and was released in July 2021.
The Roswell Police report did not indicate what the probation violation was specifically for.
After detaining Byrd, the officer called dispatch to confirm the active warrant.
Soon after, the officer said Byrd took off running.
After he tackled the suspect, the officer said he eventually gained topside control after a ground struggle and waited for backup.
The officer said he sustained lacerations and bruises during the fight.
American Medical Response personnel treated Byrd for injuries.
During a search of the suspect, officers said they found a baggie of presumed controlled substances and a pipe.
They said a field test of the substance was positive for methamphetamine and fentanyl.
Officers charged Byrd with battery of a public officer, felony obstruction of law enforcement, possession of a Schedule I controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.
He was transported to the Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center for treatment.
Records from the Fulton County Sherrif’s Office show Byrd’s warrants for two probation violations related to his Oct. 4 arrest.
It’s not clear, as of press time, where Byrd is being held.
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Roswell celebrates 74th Youth Day Parade
By LUKE GARDNER newsroom@appenmedia.com
ROSWELL, Ga. — People filled Canton Street Oct. 5 to watch the 74th annual Frances McGahee Youth Day Parade and partake in the accompanying celebration at City Hall.
The parade kicked off at 10 a.m. and showcased dozens of floats from local schools, kids' sports teams and neighboring businesses. Children threw candy from floats and decorated cars while others clambered to catch the confections.
“My kids go to Vickery Mill,” Tierra Stone said. “They were asking ‘Mommy can we go to the parade.’ It’s been good; the kids are having fun.”
The parade started at Roswell Area Park and continued down Woodstock Road before turning onto Canton Street, then Magnolia Street, and finally Mimosa Boulevard, ending at First Baptist Church of Roswell.
Floats represented Roswell North Elementary, the Iron Pigs baseball team, Kid Chess, Blessed Trinity High School cheerleaders, Gigi’s Playhouse, the Roswell Youth Softball Association, and dozens more organizations.
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PHOTOS BY: LUKE GARDNER/APPEN MEDIA Spectators on Canton Street watch Roswell North Elementary’s robot-themed float.
Gigi’s Playhouse float donned an American flag and an actual playhouse.
Alpharetta secures land for Greenway connector
By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The City Council approved a resolution Oct. 7 to authorize the use of eminent domain for property needed for Greenway improvements.
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Living on a fixed income, one resident said the starter home she bought 16 years ago for $150,000 is now valued at more than $500,000.
“My taxes for Fulton County are through the roof, and this little bit of increase — it’s enough,” the resident said.
Citing Fulton County’s 2024 Tax Digest, Budget Manager Lynn Williams said there was around an 8 percent growth, or $684 million. Of that growth, Williams said $573 million is due to inflationary growth on existing structures.
But, she said floating homestead exemptions offset the growth. The exemption caps the annual increase in taxable value to around 3 percent or the Consumer Price Index, whichever is lower.
However, property owners must apply for the benefit through the Fulton County Tax Assessors Office. Each year, the deadline is April 1, which applies to the following tax year.
Williams also noted the city’s available senior homestead exemptions. A $2,000 exemption is available for residents age 65 and older. A $20,000 exemption is available for persons age 65 or older with a combined adjusted gross income of less than $40,000.
Resident George Crumley said he felt “blindsided” considering the new millage rate would affect tax bills due in December.
In June, the City Council adopted a $115 million six-month fiscal year 2024 budget after approving a new fiscal year calendar that begins Jan. 1 and ends Dec. 31. Previously, the fiscal year began July 1.
Crumley said he’s also on a fixed income.
“As far as planning ahead, how do we do these kinds of things and avoid all this stuff coming up at the last minute?” Crumley asked.
Last September, the City Council approved an increase to account for higher debt service on voter-approved bonds the city issued for major municipal projects.
Property taxes paid this year will be applied to the repayment of the city’s
$112,400 for 0.07 acres at 2000 North Point Parkway, according to the city.
The land will be used for a pedestrian walkway connecting the sidewalks to the Big Creek Greenway.
The price was determined through the Fulton County Board of Assessors.
Eminent domain allows a
government to take private property for public use after paying a fair price to a landowner.
The pedestrian improvements are already designed, Public Works Director Pete Sewczwicz said.
“It enables us to move forward with the process,” he said. “The land will be
year after year after year, and that had to get addressed,” Morthland said.
Mayor Kurt Wilson added that the city discovered there was about $450 million in “deferred maintenance.”
“When we came in, one of the assessments that was made was that we basically discovered there was about $450 million of what we would call ‘deferred maintenance’ in the city,” Wilson
purchased, and then construction will take place.”
The Greenway extends about 9 miles through the Alpharetta along Big Creek parallel to North Point Parkway, from Windward Parkway at Marconi Drive on the north end to Mansell Road on the south end.
said.
He said the three bond packages were a way to address the need.
“We sat through it methodically and said, ‘We believe we can execute $180 million of our residents’ money,’” Wilson said.
The third and final public hearing is scheduled for the Oct. 15 City Council meeting.
first bond issuance of $86.2 million approved in May 2023. A second issuance of additional bond funds is expected in spring/summer of 2025.
City Councilman Allen Sells said the city is working on transitioning the $20 million general obligation bond for the downtown public parking deck into a revenue bond, reiterating an intention to reduce property taxes.
In July, the City Council established a Public Facilities Authority, a bondissuing agency and financing vehicle for major public projects. Three weeks later, the city’s economic development consultant Seer World was tasked with advancing the group as part of a larger scope of work related to a new parking business for Roswell.
“We’re really focused on reducing the taxes for our citizens by increasing the economic vibrancy and productivity of a lot of the — if you think about the gray fields we have that are derelict, economically unviable shopping centers,” Sells said. “How do we turn those into things that make money for Roswell without increasing our population or damaging our wonderful environment?”
City Councilman Will Morthland detailed the purpose of the bonds, providing reasoning for the large dollar amount for the recreation and parks piece at $107.6 million.
“We’ve been Band-Aiding this along
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Roswell resident George Crumley raises concerns about the city’s proposed 2024 millage rate during a public hearing Oct. 7.
Rotary club, students bring splash of color to Greenway
By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — After looking out his window, one Rotary Club member decided to improve his community.
The living room at the home of Richard Matherly, a previous president of the North Fulton Rotary Club, looks out over the Big Creek Greenway. But the view also includes a concrete manhole riser, one of many along the trail.
“I said, ‘Golly, it would be fun to see murals painted on these ugly bunkers,’” Matherly said.
Over the next three years, the club hopes to complete painting more than 40 risers. After that, they are considering doing the same to underpasses along the Greenway.
On Oct. 5, nine students from local high schools spent the day painting drab concrete structures between Mansell and Kimball Bridge roads, including the one near Matherly’s home. As the students worked in the shade of the forest’s canopy, cyclists, skaters, joggers and walkers passed by, tossing the occasional question and compliment.
The murals are inspired by the theme “clean water for all,” which also is a part of the club’s international mission.
Imaan Ali, a junior at Fulton Science Academy, was painting a freshwater crab.
“I really focused on the ‘for all’ aspect by incorporating cultural patterns into my design,” she said.
Abigail Huff, a sophomore at Innovation Academy, was painting a towering blue wave influenced by the work of Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai. She said she was inspired by the movement of water.
“But mostly I just wanted to make the Greenway prettier and help everyone enjoy it a little more,” she said.
She said she often cycles along the trail, enjoying the natural beauty with her family.
Behind Matherly’s home, Eden Kiewiet, a Kingsridge Christian School senior, was painting an angel pouring an endless flow of water.
“When my wife gets home, she’s going to love it,” Matherly said.
Others have stepped up to support Matherly’s idea.
Fulton County Public Works donated about $2,500 to fund paints and other supplies and the club contributed another $5,000.
Coordinating the painting was no small task for AnnaLysa Kimball, who served as artistic advisor.
Kimball spent the day at a long table near the trailhead’s parking lot.
Surrounded by dozens of paint cans and clipboards brimming with lists, she coordinated the logistics required to bring the murals to life.
In a twist of fate, Kimball, a professional muralist who painted Woodstock’s downtown mural, had grown up with Matherly. She attended preschool in Roswell with his daughters and describes him as “joyful, inclusive and creative.”
She decided to connect with him on Facebook after hearing about the project.
“They said maybe I was the right person to do it and to give me a call ... we just all ran together with it,” she said.
Kimball said the project was much more than a fun art project. It also was
To donate or connect with the North Fulton Rotary Club, visit their website at northfultonrotary.org.
about teaching the students all the secrets of her trade, public art.
She showed the students how to write collaborative artistic agreements to help them work together better. They also compiled maintenance guides to tell sponsors and Alpharetta city officials how to protect them against weathering.
Kimball even showed the students how to speak with members of the media and public.
“We are teaching the kids how to be professional mural artists, right down to talking to people like you,” Kimball said.
The painting done over the weekend has improved Matherly’s view and benefitted the entire community, he said.
“Everyone stops and says, ‘This is wonderful. This is beautiful,’” Matherly said.
As artwork, murals are special because they embody the spirit of community, Kimball said. They bring artistic expression to the places where people already are, rather than hiding in galleries or ticketed exhibits.
These murals’ equitable theme, water for all, also perfectly fits the medium.
“These designs are for everyone,” Kimball said. “You don’t see many specific skin tones. You don’t see many specific cultural themes. They’re very open.”
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Professional muralist AnnaLysa Kimball coordinates the logistics behind a weekend painting project at the Big Creek Greenway Oct. 5.
Two students paint a concrete sewer structure at the Big Creek Greenway Oct. 5.
Rotary member Richard Matherly unloads a box of paint to give student Abigail Huff as two people walk along the Big Creek Greenway Oct. 5.
Two students apply paint to a riser at the Big Creek Greenway Oct. 5.
Alpharetta Rotary works to benefit hurricane victims
By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Rotary Club of Alpharetta acted quickly to collect and transport supplies to help victims impacted by Hurricane Helene. Club members drove a trailer filled with supplies to Burnsville, North Carolina, after having collected contributions Oct. 3 and 4, club President Jeff Davis said.
Helene laid waste to western North
Carolina communities, killing more than 100, after bringing almost 30 inches of rain in a matter of hours in some places.
Alpharetta Rotarians collected cleaning supplies, bottled drinks and water, toiletries, gas cans, diapers, flashlights and batteries and other items. Davis said the club is considering a second supply drive for the storm-stricken area.
Club members acted after seeing coverage of Helene’s aftermath in North Carolina.
The televised images, said Davis, a
retired marine who served combat tours, reminded him of a “war zone.”
Davis said the relief aid dovetails with the club’s mission statement. He said he hopes the help might inspire victims to help others in the future.
“It’s really simple,” he said. “Our goal in Rotary is to make the world a better place one small act at a time. If this can help someone change their life from tragedy to success, we are all in.”
To connect with the Rotary Club of Alpharetta, visit alpharettarotary.com.
Trike-A-Thon in Johns Creek fundraises for St. Jude’s
By ANNABELLE REITER annabelle@appenmedia.com
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Ivy
Kids of Johns Creek held their first annual Trike-A-Thon in partnership with St. Jude’s children’s hospital Oct. 4.
School owner Karim Badani had the idea for the event after learning that September is childhood cancer awareness month. He told Appen Media the hope was to unite parents
for a cause “close to heart that really connects with all of our families.”
Hurricane Helene’s conditions meant Badani had to reschedule the event to this month.
Even before opening Ivy Kids Johns Creek’s doors in August, Badani was in contact with St. Jude’s to partner for the fundraiser. In the end the event raised more than $2,600.
Teacher Rand Herbik joins the racing fun Oct. 4 with the kids while Education Director Nadja Lima captures pictures for parents.
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Developer looks to anchor Medley with boutique hotel
By AMBER PERRY amber@appenmedia.com
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A boutique hotel may be the centerpiece of Medley, the anticipated 42-acre mixed-use development that is one facet of the Johns Creek Town Center project.
The new proposal discards original plans for a two-story entertainment space and adds a hotel featuring up to 175 rooms, 8,000 square feet of meeting space and a restaurant.
The rest of the Toro Development project is filling out. Restaurants like 26 Thai Kitchen, Ford Fry’s Little Rey and Fadó Irish Pub are part of a slate leasing agreements for Medley.
“We’ve signed probably almost 25 retail leases, one of which is with a boutique grocer who shall remain unnamed, but I’ll allow anybody to speculate,” Developer Mark Toro told the Johns Creek Planning Commission Oct. 1. “It’s interesting, the NDAs (non-disclosure agreements) that we sign with retailers…”
The Planning Commission unanimously approved Toro Development’s hotel pitch, which will now go before the City Council for a vote at a future meeting.
Approval includes a special use permit that would allow the hotel to stand six stories, or 75 feet, on the sides and in the rear. The facade, facing Medley’s central plaza, would meet the zoning district’s four-story, or 60-foot, height requirement.
Toro offered the success of the Hotel at Avalon with the Planning Commission as a rationale for the move.
“The hotel, specifically, has been a resounding success, and has injected new heads in beds every night and brought new energy to the property,” said Toro, who led the development of the Alpharetta crown jewel less than 10 miles away under North Atlanta Properties. He co-founded and led the Atlanta office.
New hotels cropped up in Alpharetta after Avalon’s opened.
In July, though, investment firm Peachtree Group bought the 119unit Hamilton Hotel in downtown Alpharetta after foreclosure for a
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A rendering of the proposed Hotel at Medley shows a four-story facade facing a central plaza. A special use permit, approved alongside a rezoning, would allow the sides and rear of the building to stand at six stories.
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Mark Toro, the developer who spearheaded Avalon, pitches an update in plans for the 42-acre mixed-use development Medley at the Oct. 1 Johns Creek Planning Commission meeting. His proposal, unanimously approved that night, replaces an originally planned two-story entertainment space with a boutique hotel featuring up to 175 rooms, 8,000 square feet of meeting space and a restaurant.
price of $41.9 million. The hotel opened in 2021.
Toro also spoke of the privatepublic partnership between the City of Alpharetta and Avalon owner North American Properties. He said the city wanted the Alpharetta Conference Center because of a lack of options in the area.
“In fact, at the time, the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce had to go to Buckhead for their gala because there was no other place to be,” Toro said.
In 2016, the City of Alpharetta approved an agreement with the
Alpharetta Development Authority to issue $26 million in revenue bonds to fund construction of the 44,000-square-foot conference center, connected to the Hotel at Avalon.
Alpharetta Assistant City Administrator James Drinkard said the city gets two free uses of the conference center annually, excluding catering or A/V costs.
Drinkard also said the city’s bond debt for the project is cushioned by the 1 percent increase in hotel/motel tax, approved at the time. A portion of that tax also goes to the Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau, which funds a $500,000 annual marketing expense related to the conference center.
Toro said the company is in the process of interviewing nine operators, adept at managing hotels of the proposed size.
But, he told Appen Media the hotel’s brand is unknown at this point. He is encouraging people to help with the selection process. Pending approval by the City Council, Toro said the company will create an Instagram post and ask people to chime in.
Some members of the Planning Commission questioned how the update might impact the Fire Department. Commissioner Vicki Horton emphasized the major shift from an entertainment space to an asset where people stay overnight.
“I’m not just talking the equipment, I’m talking the ability to effectively protect and serve that asset and the people in it,” Horton said, riding a question about whether the Fire Department had the appropriate apparatus to handle the proposed building size.
Planning and Zoning Manager Ruchi Agarwal said every rezoning and special use permit goes to the Fire Department. She added that the fire marshal reviewed the plan, and that the accessibility of the property hasn’t changed, a typical focus.
Many Planning Commission members voiced their excitement about the hotel, including Chris Jackson.
“...Avalon was one of these things where it became, ‘If we build it, they will come,’” Jackson said. “I think the same thing is going to happen here.”
U of Wisconsin graduate joins Appen newsroom
ALPHARETTA, Ga – Appen Media Group announced Sept. 30 that Annabelle Reiter will join its staff as a reporter. Annabelle will cover sports, local government and business in the North Fulton area. She will report to Carl Appen, director of content and development, and she
will be based in Alpharetta.
Reiter grew up in Waunakee, Wisconsin, a suburb of Madison, and graduated in May with a degree in communications from the University of Wisconsin. During her time at UW, she took courses in political rhetoric, mass communications, and sports media, and worked as a policy intern in Gov. Tony Evers’ office.
Wire & Wood festival arrives this weekend in Alpharetta
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — This year’s Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival will treat an estimated 20,000 music fans with dozens of artists over two days.
Scheduled for Oct. 11 and 12, the event will feature more than 40 performances across seven freeadmission stages, according to Awesome Alpharetta. The festival also will offer a ticketed Listening Room area and Music Makers Market and debut a Live Art Lounge.
This year’s event will expand its Saturday hours for the first time by starting at 11 a.m.
The festival’s lineup includes an eclectic collection of national, regional and local artists.
On Friday night, Sixpence None the Richer, an award-winning band renowned for a melodic sound and ethereal vocals by lead singer Leigh Nash. Their hit single “Kiss Me” achieved the No. 2 spot on Billboard’s Hot 100 list and was one of the topselling singles of 1999.
On Saturday night, Neal Francis will perform a mix of groundbreaking soul, R&B and piano music, which draws inspiration from New Orleans funk, gospel and classic rock.
The Listening Room will give attendees a more intimate experience with a private performance by David Ryan Harris, Davin McCoy and Jess Nolan at 3 p.m. Oct. 12. The limitedcapacity event will give fans a rare glimpse into the storytelling and songwriting process showcasing the creativity and personal narratives behind the artists' music.
While Wire & Wood is a free event, the Listening Room lineup is a separate, paid series.
Tickets are $30 and available on the Wire & Wood website. All net proceeds from this event will benefit the City of Alpharetta’s Music Match program, which supports year-round, live local music performances.
The new Live Art Lounge will bring a unique fusion of art and music to the festival.
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This year’s Wire & Wood festival takes place Oct. 11 and 12 in Downtown Alpharetta. Featuring more than 40 performances, the event is expected to attract more than 20,000 music fans.
Located on Commerce Street, this interactive space will feature live art performances by Atlanta-based Rising Tide Studio, which will paint in realtime, capturing the festival’s vibrant energy at the new City Hall Stage.
Attendees can also purchase limited-edition festival merchandise.
The Canton Curbside Stage + Music Makers Market, presented by Xfinity, offers a dynamic new space for festivalgoers to explore. This vibrant market will feature vendors offering a variety of music-themed, musicinspired, and unique “wire” or “wood” related items. Participants include vendors such as Urban Lumberjack, Moon Child Studios, and Cindy's Wire Wrapped Trees.
The Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival is produced by the City of Alpharetta in partnership with the Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau. The 2024 event sponsors include Xfinity, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Chloe Wine/The Wine Group, Sweetwater Brewery and Roaring Social.
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About Wire & Wood 2024
The 2024 festival will also present a stellar lineup of additional performers, including:
FRIDAY: Sixpence None the Richer, John Paul White, Jason Ringenberg, Sam Burchfield & the Scoundrels, Canon Tyler, Drew Ashworth, Jon Harris, Julia Gribble, Julie Williams, Keena Graham, Kris Youmans, Marcella Simien, Rusted Soul, Scoot Teasley, Steve Baskin and the Fourteens.
SATURDAY: Neal Francis, David Ryan Harris, and Friends (Roaring Social listening room ticketed event), Joselyn & the Sweet Compression, Colby T. Helms & the Virginia Creepers, Mikaela Davis, BB Palmer, Blue Velvet Atlanta, Bradley Cole Smith, Catfish and the Bottom, Christiana Alaire, Erin Gibney, FRUTE, Geoffrey Wood, Hunter Callahan, Kate & Corey from Run Katie Run, Kilough, Little Country Giants, Little Hopes, The Lubben Brothers, Madelaine, Rob Jordan, Sarah Clanton, Shakerag, Shelby Mason, Suzy Jones.
Festivalgoers can get a preview of this year’s performers on the official Wire & Wood Spotify and YouTube Music Video playlists:
Getting to the Wire & Wood Music Festival is easy, with numerous transportation options and free parking available throughout downtown, including City Hall, 92 Milton Avenue, and 45 Roswell Street. Ride-share services can drop off and pick up at 37 Old Roswell Street. Limited seating is available at outdoor stages on a firstcome, first-served basis, and attendees are encouraged to bring their own portable chairs.
For additional details on Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival 2024, including the full performance schedule, please visit wireandwoodalpharetta.com or follow the event on Facebook and Instagram @wireandwoodfest. Make sure you don’t miss a moment of the action by planning a weekend stay at one of 30 exceptional hotels by booking at awesomealpharetta.com/stay.
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North Fulton students donate time at Gigi’s
ROSWELL, Ga. — Members of the Alpharetta chapter of the Young Men’s Service League, a national nonprofit of mothers and sons, volunteered their time Sept. 29 at GiGi’s Playhouse off Ga. 9 in Roswell.
repainted the structure to resemble a schoolhouse, decorated it and created new banners to showcase Gigi’s mission and vision.
More than 150 mothers and sons spent their Sunday working on projects designed to enhance the experience at Gigi’s Playhouse, which provides programming and support for people with Down syndrome and their families.
With 61 locations nationwide, GiGi’s Playhouse is the only network providing achievement centers for Down syndrome people. It’s a nonprofit and is solely funded through donations.
The Young Men’s Service League is also a nationwide nonprofit, pairing high school boys with their mothers to enjoy quality time and volunteer in the community.
A major highlight of the community service was transforming the underutilized outdoor space into a vibrant recreation area.
The high schoolers painted the pavement with a colorful design, assembled picnic tables, built a shed and provided new outdoor games such as custom-painted cornhole sets, ladder toss and Jenga.
With the revamped space, program participants get a new outdoor classroom, gathering area and place for recreation—offering more opportunities for them to learn, socialize and thrive.
Also, the young men redesigned Gigi’s parade float for the Youth Day Celebration and Frances McGahee Parade in Roswell.
With the theme “Gigi’s Future Innovators,” volunteers repaired and
Mothers said a young participant from Gigi’s helped guide the redesign, contributing his creative input and leaving his mark on the float.
Volunteers also transformed the entrance to Gigi’s Playhouse, cleaning the mold-covered courtyard, pressure washing the area, potting new plants and building a welcoming bench.
Mothers said Gigi’s Playhouse is often short-staffed, and the efforts helped alleviate some of the day-to-day challenges, ensuring the space is better organized and efficient for all who use it.
“We are so proud of the dedication our young men showed today,” said Martine Zurinskas, one of the mothers who participated. “They took real pride in their work, and the impact they made on Gigi’s Playhouse was evident from the smiles and appreciation of everyone involved.”
Mothers said the event was a powerful experience for everyone involved, reinforcing the values of community, inclusion and kindness.
Howie Rosenberg, executive director of GiGi’s Playhouse, said he’s thankful for the “incredible transformation,” extending his gratitude to the local chapter of Young Men’s Service League. “They turned underutilized spaces into places of joy and opportunity for our participants,” Rosenberg said. “The new outdoor recreation area and welcoming entrance will allow us to serve even more people in new, engaging ways.”
— Hayden Sumlin
Members of the Alpharetta chapter of the Young Men’s Service League stand behind a completed outdoor classroom Sept. 29 at GiGi’s Playhouse in Roswell.
ALPHARETTA 37, SOUTH FORSYTH 20
Alpharetta cheerleaders and student section are bustling for
Raiders notch homecoming win against South Forsyth
By ANNABELLE REITER annabelle@appenmedia.com
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Alpharetta left their homecoming game with a win Oct. 4, besting South Forsyth 37-20.
The Raiders started both halves hot. Quarterback Parker Mcraney notched a rushing touchdown on the first drive of the game while wide receiver Kevin Lipscomb caught a touchdown in the first play of the second half.
South Forsyth tied it up in the
first half 7-7, then followed with a long receiving touchdown. War Eagle cornerback/wide receiver Harrison Spencer made plays on both ends of the field with an interception that changed the momentum of the game, allowing South to lead over Alpharetta. Offensive lineman Troy Barber had back-to-back sacks that helped South maintain their lead until Alpharetta defensive end Duke Condie came up with a huge interception, bringing energy that lit up their sideline as he
came off the field.
Condie continued making plays in the second half, recovering a fumble for a long drive. Alpharetta Head Coach Jason Kervin praised Condie’s play after the game, “he knows where he and everybody is supposed to be… he is an unbelievable kid, [making those plays] means so much to him.”
Condie credits coaching for his ability to continually be in the right place at the right time, telling Appen Media he's just “do[ing his] job.”
Alpharetta cornerback Ryan Steele sealed the game with an interception in the end zone. Despite only returning two offensive starters, Alpharetta was able to find their groove in attacking South Forsyth’s defense and ended with their highest-scoring game of the season.
The Raiders will take this energy into the next game as they travel to Lambert High School Oct. 11. The War Eagles will be taking on West Forsyth at home.
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Alpharetta and South Forsyth line up Oct. 4 for kickoff. Raiders eventually beat the War Eagles 37-20.
the Homecoming game.
What do weight loss drugs mean for your fertility journey?
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In recent years, there has been growing interest in understanding how diabetes, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and fertility are connected. Recently, medications with the generic names of semaglutide, tirzepatide and dulaglutide, which help lower blood pressure, improve glucose control and promote weight loss, are being explored to understand their risks and benefits for women’s reproductive health. Dr. Heather Hipp, an Associate Professor in the Department of Gynecology & Obstetrics and a physician with the Emory Reproductive Center, shares her thoughts on this topic and how it might affect those beginning their fertility journey.
Why weight loss can help with fertility
Recent studies1 have shown that weight loss, often achieved through these medications, can have a positive impact on fertility in women with diabetes or PCOS. Obesity can cause women not to ovulate, which results in irregular menstrual cycles, and can also affect egg health. Losing weight can improve overall health, reduce risks of insulin resistance and prediabetes, and help women with PCOS regain regular ovulation cycles and increased fertility. Dr. Hipp notes, “Improvement in regular ovulation can often result in a successful pregnancy outcome for women with PCOS.”
However, these benefits are not universal. Research2 has shown that women within a healthy weight range have a higher success rate with in vitro fertilization—commonly called IVF— compared to obese women, highlighting the importance of weight
management for better fertility outcomes.
What should you consider before taking weight loss drugs?
While there are benefits to these medications, there are important considerations before becoming pregnant. There’s limited data on their use during pregnancy, and some researchers are concerned about the possible effects on a fetus’s weight and bone formation. Some studies suggest weight loss drugs may increase the chance of a miscarriage. One recent study did not find a higher risk of major birth defects in women who took these medications in early pregnancy compared to a group of women with diabetes who did not take the medications. However, it is recommended to stop taking them at
least two months before pregnancy.
Dr. Hipp’s recommendations:
Dr. Hipp advises women with diabetes or PCOS planning for pregnancy and considering these medications to:
• Consult with your primary care provider, OBGYN or a weight loss specialist to evaluate if weight loss could benefit their treatment plan and explore treatment options.
• Consider how these medications fit into broader pregnancy planning.
• Stop taking these medications two months before trying to conceive to reduce any potential risks during pregnancy.
We welcome you
At the Emory Reproductive Center, comprehensive support is offered to
women managing diabetes or PCOS and fertility concerns. Our team provides personalized treatment plans for a wide range of issues that affect reproductive health.
For more information or to make an appointment, call 404-778-3401 to meet with a fertility specialist at the Emory Reproductive Center at Emory Johns Creek Hospital. We understand that every situation is unique, and we tailor your care to your specific needs and goals.
2American Society for Reproductive Medicine https://www.asrm.org/practiceguidance/practice-committee-documents/ obesity-and-reproduction-a-committeeopinion-2021/
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Honored to be Voted: Best Dermatologist and Best Vein Specialist
Insist on the BEST
Dr. Brent Taylor is a Board-Certified Dermatologist, a Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon, and is certified by the Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine in the field of Vein Care.
He is an expert in skin cancer and melanoma treatment, endovenous laser ablation, minimally invasive vein procedures and cosmetics procedures such as Botox and injectables.
Kathryn is a certified physician assistant with over 22 years experience as a Dermatology PA and cosmetic dermatology.
Her specialties include general dermatology such as acne, eczema, rashes, hair loss, full body skin exams, abnormal growths etc. Kathryn also specializes in cosmetic dermatology including lasers, injectables, micro-needling, PRP, facial peels, sclerotherapy for spider veins and at home skin care.
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Congratulations to Premier Dermatology and Mohs surgery of Atlanta for its seventh year in a row of being voted Best Dermatologist and Best Vein Specialist of North Fulton! Since opening in 2017, Premier Dermatology has quickly become the go-to dermatology practice for Mohs surgery and comprehensive dermatologic care. As in years past, I decided to sit down with Dr. Brent Taylor to get his take on his success and to learn a bit more about him.
Alyssa : Hey you two! Thanks for meeting with me again. Winning the Best Dermatologist and Best Vein specialist for seven years in a row means you must be doing something right! To what do you contribute your continued success?
Dr. Taylor : Thank you! Well, I believe that my patients understand our sincerity and our dedication to their healthcare. Kathryn and I and our amazing team all honestly care about our patients and their wellbeing. I hope that that sincerity comes through during our interactions. We always strive to give our patients our complete attention and to learn more about an individual as a person as well as a patient. There are plenty of times when a patient brings something to our attention or when a case compels us to do additional research. Kathryn and I are constantly collaborating and advocating on our patients’ behalf. I believe that comes through.
Kathryn : I agree with everything that Dr. Taylor said, our team really is wonderful. And we have received a lot of compliments that the practice has a personal and “boutique” feel, even as we deliver care that is scientific and academic.
Alyssa : Do you have a patient care moment or a diagnosis of which you are exceptionally proud?
Dr. Taylor : Well it is always our goal to deliver outstanding dermatologic care. Regarding diagnoses that I’m proud of, the first instances that come to mind involve catching a disease that is technically outside my specialty. For example, a patient looked a bit yellow, and I ordered a liver function test and caught acute liver failure. I helped another patient discover that one of his ureters had been accidentally cut during a surgery at the hospital.
Within my own specialty I’m often most proud of how simply
being thorough can be critical to a patient’s care. By being thorough, I have caught melanomas on the scalp and bottom of the feet of patients who were sometimes surprised I asked them to take out a hair tie or take their socks off. Likewise, photography helps us monitor moles for change, and just last month we caught a melanoma early because a slight change from a previous photo prompted an early biopsy.
Alyssa : Has a patient or teacher or coworker ever asked you out on a date?
Dr. Taylor : (Laughs) Yes they have. Sadly, the number of patients in their 90s who have asked me on a date is higher than the number of nonpatients who ever asked me on a date before I was married.
Alyssa : Is there a funny medical fact that you have learned?
Dr. Taylor : Actually I have a good one! An ENT professor in medical school told us that as men age they lose the ability to hear higher pitch sounds, and, as women age, their voices increase in pitch. Thus, men naturally lose the ability to hear women with time. So the next time your wife accuses you of ignoring her: blame biology, not the football game!
Alyssa : If you could tell your 16 year old self something, what would it be?
Dr. Taylor : To not put too much stock in timelines. I was raised very traditionally, and I thought that I was going to meet my wife in college, get married right after we graduated then start a family a few years later, and it made me worried when I hadn’t met the right person by the time that I expected. My advice to the teenage me would be to just pour yourself into positive and worthwhile activities and that the result would be becoming who you are supposed to and meeting who you are supposed to all in its own time.
Kathryn : Stop stressing. You’ll make it happen. I was so focused on my future, worrying about not achieving my goals, and how I was going to put myself through school that I didn’t stop to enjoy being 16. In hindsight, I realize that having a bit more faith would have gotten me to the same endpoint without all of the pressure I put on myself.
Alyssa : Do you have a pet peeve of which patients or staff are guilty?
Dr. Taylor : I really don’t get frustrated easily. I understand that
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Kathryn Filipek,
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our success in our ability to always exceed your expectations.
everyone has a life and everyone’s lives have struggles about which we often know little. If someone is being rude, I usually chalk it up to unseen struggles. That being said, I do wish that certain patients would realize what a marvel Mohs surgery really is. My primary pet peeve is patients mistreating my coworkers. Sometimes, patients get frustrated waiting on their tissue to process during a day of Mohs surgery. And they sometimes take it out on my medical assistants, who are wonderful and caring and are in healthcare for the right reasons.
There is a comedian who has a bit on youtube called “everything’s amazing and nobody’s happy.” He talks about how upset people get on airplanes when just a few hundred years ago a trip across the country
was like the videogame Oregon Trail – the journey took months, and half of the wagon party died of cholera on the way. Like air travel, skin cancer treatment nowadays is miraculous. Prior to Mohs surgery, far more skin cancers routinely caused disfigurement and even death. Now, Mohs surgery offers a cure rate of 99% for most skin cancers, and the aesthetic results are often outstanding. Modern skin cancer care truly is fantastic. Unfortunately, the same day shipping world in which we live has made people expect immediate results, and they sometimes take out their frustrations on my coworkers. The world can always use a little more kindness, patience and grace.
Thank you to Dr. Brent Taylor and Kathryn Filipek PA-C for sharing a little more about themselves and congratulations again for winning both Best Dermatologist and Best Vein Specialist in North Fulton for 2024!
Personalized breast care close to home at Wellstar North Fulton
Brought to you by - Dr. Laura Pearson, breast surgeon at Wellstar
I have never met a woman who enjoyed getting mammograms, including myself. They can be uncomfortable, awkward and anxietyprovoking—especially if you have had scares in the past or are at high risk for getting breast cancer.
There are so many additional resources for risk reduction and surveillance available that go hand-inhand with mammograms. At Wellstar, reducing your risk and screening for cancer starts with a physical from your primary care doctor.
If you are at average risk of developing breast cancer, you should begin annual screening mammograms at age 40. If you have a family history or other risk factors, your doctor may recommend earlier or more frequent screening. If
something is detected on a mammogram, the Wellstar Comprehensive Breast Health Program has nurse navigators who will help arrange diagnostic imaging, biopsy procedures and referrals to breast specialists. If you are diagnosed with cancer, the compassionate and oncologytrained nurse navigators with Wellstar Cancer Care walk patients through diagnosis, evaluation, treatment and beyond.
If you’re diagnosed with breast cancer, your treatment and care will transition from our Comprehensive Breast Health Program to the Wellstar Cancer Care team. In Wellstar STAT Clinics, which stands for Specialty Teams and Treatment, we put you at the center of your care plan. In our STAT Clinic for Breast Cancer, the care team, including breast oncology nurse navigators, surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, nutritionists and genetic counselors, will meet with you and your support system on the same day to formulate a treatment plan personalized to your specific cancer, as well as your
personal and cultural needs. Patients can ask questions, make decisions and start treatment sooner, improving outcomes.
Many times, surgical intervention can be done as an outpatient procedure. We can also offer some people intraoperative radiation therapy, or IORT—the option of doing their radiation treatment in the operating room at the same time as their lumpectomy, meaning they are able to avoid four to six weeks of radiation treatments. Any other interventions, such as chemotherapy or radiation, including our CyberKnife for treatments like targeted partial breast radiation therapy, are found in the cancer center on Wellstar North Fulton’s medical campus. We have physical therapists, social workers and palliative care specialists who are there for you if the need arises.
Your Wellstar care team can also help you reduce your risk of developing breast cancer. Being overweight or obese or being a smoker can increase your risk. Patients at Wellstar have access to our Center for Best Health to assist in weight management. We also have smoking
cessation programs and dietitians waiting to help you make healthier choices that can positively impact your health.
Wellstar provides more than healthcare, PeopleCare—working relentlessly to exceed national standards and our patients’ expectations while remembering the humanity of every patient. We are here for all the situations and stages of our patients’ lives by offering the tools and resources to be healthy and thrive. Wellstar clinicians live in the communities we serve. We must get physicals, mammograms and biopsies. We need help being our healthiest selves. We get sick and have family members who need compassionate care. PeopleCare means offering our patients world-class healthcare in the communities where they live and work.
Your care team can put your mammogram order in Wellstar MyChart to book online, or you can schedule by calling (678) 581-5900. Visit wellstar.org/ northfultoncancercare to learn more about cancer care at Wellstar North Fulton.
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At Wellstar, you’ll find a multidisciplinary team of cancer care experts built around your needs and dedicated to comprehensive, personalized treatment.
We are a leader in cancer care, embracing innovation to improve patient outcomes. Our surgeons perform a variety of minimally invasive procedures—providing patients with smoother recoveries and less pain. We also support patients during their cancer journeys with STAT Clinics, which bring cancer care clinicians together and put people at the center of their treatment. With this multidisciplinary approach, patients start care sooner, optimizing treatment and outcomes. wellstar.org/northfultoncancercare
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Brought to you byJonathan Stegall, MD
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Excluding skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cause of cancer in women, and the third leading cause of cancer death in women. Approximately 1 in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in her life.
Although there are several different subtypes of breast cancer, the standard of care for treatment is typically some combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Women who have hormonal involvement will also be prescribed medication to address this. The
success of these treatments typically hinges on how early the cancer is diagnosed, as cancer which has spread throughout the body has a much worse prognosis.
For this reason, being proactive in terms of screening (e.g., routine breast exams and mammograms) is very important. In addition, I believe strongly that nutrition, supplementation, exercise, stress reduction, and a keen eye toward limiting harmful environmental exposures is critical in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer. This well-rounded integrative approach, which embraces both conventional and natural therapies, is the future of breast cancer management!
For more information about breast cancer, as well as other cancer types and anticancer strategies, please check out my bestselling book and podcast at cancersecrets.com.
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Mouth breathing
What it is and why it’s important to identify the signs early?
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- Dr. Destinee Hood at Roswell Dental Care
Mouth breathing is a condition in which a person breathes through their mouth instead of their nose. It can be caused by several factors, including nasal congestion, allergies, and enlarged adenoids. Mouth breathing can have a number of negative consequences for your health, including:
• Dry mouth: Breathing through your mouth dries out your mouth, which can lead to cavities, gum disease, and bad breath.
• Poor sleep quality: Mouth breathing can disrupt sleep by causing snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.
• Increased risk of infection: Breathing through your mouth can increase your risk of respiratory infections, such as the common cold and the flu.
• Changes in facial structure: Mouth breathing can lead to changes in facial structure, such as a long, narrow face and an overbite. This is especially important during midface development, between ages 5-9.
If you think you or your child may be a mouth breather, it’s important to see a doctor to get diagnosed and treated. There are a few things that can be done to help mouth breathers, such as:
• Treating the underlying cause: If the mouth breathing is caused by a medical condition, such as allergies or enlarged adenoids, treating that condition can help to improve mouth breathing.
• Using nasal sprays or drops: Nasal sprays and drops can help to clear nasal congestion and make it easier to breathe through the nose.
• Using a chin strap or mouth tape: A chin strap or mouth tape can help to keep the mouth closed at night. You can order these on Amazon!
If you are a mouth breather, there several things you can do to help manage your condition, such as:
• Drink plenty of water: Staying hydrated can help to keep your
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• Avoid caffeine and alcohol: Caffeine and alcohol can dehydrate you and make dry mouth worse.
• Use a humidifier: A humidifier can add moisture to the air and help to keep your mouth from getting dry.
• Brush and floss your teeth regularly: Brushing and flossing your teeth regularly can help to prevent cavities and gum disease.
It’s important to see your dentist regularly for oral health screenings. This may be the first step in identifying your risk factors or signs you may be breathing through your mouth. As your neighborhood dentists, Drs. Hood and Remaley give your comfort and trust top priority. We assure you feel confident in any dental solution before beginning treatment after a thorough and comprehensive examination. For enhanced comfort, we offer FREE conscious sedation, including nitrous oxide. Rest assured that your experience will be positive, relaxing, and rewarding. Take the first step in feeling great about your oral health. Schedule your oral health screening and give us a call at 770.998.6736 or visit www.RoswellDentalCare.com.
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Dental membership programs
Brought to you by – Dr. Bradley Hepler, Atlanta Center for Dental Health
Just like the American Express commercials, “Membership Has Its Privileges”. Dental membership programs are a subscription service where patients pay an annual or monthly fee and receive complimentary preventive hygiene services and discounted pricing on additional services. If you don’t have employer paid dental benefits, a dental membership plan is often the most cost-effective way of receiving the preventive services that you need each year to maintain a healthy, disease-free mouth.
A dental membership program, like Plan for Health at the Atlanta Center for Dental Health, includes:
• No Deductibles
• No Yearly Maximums
• No Claim Forms
• No Pre-Authorizations
• No Exclusions
• Immediate Eligibility
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More than dental insurance, Plan
for Health is a yearly membership program with lots of benefits designed to meet your individual needs. The Plan for Health includes 2-4 professional dental cleanings per year, comprehensive, periodic, and emergency dental exams, all dental radiographs as needed, fluoride treatments, and discounts on dental treatment. Call the Atlanta Center for Dental Health for more information.
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Dr. Bradley Hepler and the experienced team at the Atlanta Center for Dental Health provide all the modern advances that contemporary aesthetic dentistry offers. You will realize immediate results with noninvasive and often inexpensive procedures to enhance your smile. If you would like a complementary consultation to discover your smile restoring options, please call the Atlanta Center for Dental Health at 770-992-2236. Dr. Bradley Hepler has spent many hours dedicated to perfecting and updating the latest and best techniques in dentistry. It is with this breadth of knowledge that we provide each patient with the perfect solution to their situation, their life, and their goals. It is our pleasure to serve this community and help as many people as possible live their best life.
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Are chemical peels right for you?
Trephina Galloway,
DO – Galloway Dermatologic Surgery
Chemical peels are a popular and effective way to improve the appearance of your skin. They can treat a variety of skin concerns, from fine lines and wrinkles to acne scars, sun damage, and uneven skin tone. As a dermatologist, I often recommend chemical peels to patients looking for a non-invasive way to refresh their skin.
A chemical peel involves applying a solution to your skin that causes the top layers to peel away. This process encourages new skin growth, revealing fresher, smoother, and more eventoned skin beneath. The strength of the peel varies based on your skin type and the condition we are treating, with options ranging from light to deep peels.
One of the biggest benefits of chemical peels is their ability to reduce the effects of sun damage, such as dark spots and rough patches. They also work well to reduce hyperpigmentation or acne scars by evening out your complexion. While chemical peels are generally safe, it is important to consult with a dermatologist to determine which type is right for your skin and to ensure proper care afterward. With the right treatment plan, chemical peels can leave your skin looking healthier and rejuvenated.
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Sullivan began her foray into macro photography in 2019 while living in Cancun, Mexico. While sitting in the garden of her home drinking coffee, she noticed a speck of rain sitting on a blooming rose.
Eager to see the detail on a larger scale, she leapt into action, capturing the image on her Nikon.
“I guess coffee is inspirational,” she said, laughing.
That photo led Sullivan on a creative journey in macro photography.
One photo in her exhibit shows brown veins forming geometric patterns on the underside of a leaf. Another, titled “The Daisy Echo,” features a drop of water resting on one daisy reflecting another.
A photo she took outside her Alpharetta home, again while drinking coffee, focuses on a droplet that almost seems to include another universe inside.
“(The photos) explore the tiny details of the world,” she said. “You have to learn to notice things you wouldn’t notice in your daily life.”
Sullivan began her professional career in photography taking commercial photos of weddings, marriage proposals and other family events. But with a master’s degree in art and culture from St. Petersburg University, she always knew she wanted to be creative with her camera.
Born in Sevastopol when the city was a part of the USSR, she said she was lucky to be raised by parents who fostered creativity in her early years.
Although neither parent was an artist, they cherished imagination in everyday tasks, like sewing the family’s
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After the parade, spectators on Canton Street headed across the street to City Hall, where a series of fun activities awaited kids at the Youth Day Celebration.
Families took photos in front of a giant jack-o-lantern while kids explored a pumpkin patch, pumpkin painting stations, and a Touch-a-Truck event where they learned about public service vehicles like fire trucks and police cars.
At the Archibald Smith Plantation House on the same lot, families explored Fall Farm Days, a tradition where kids can learn about life on a 19th-century farm. Attendees enjoyed demonstrations of spinning, weaving, and open-hearth cooking.
At the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, guests perused a food truck alley and watched a variety of performances by Inverted Circus, Mago Junior, Bach to Rock, Timba Rueda, and Quite a Catch.
“I came when I was a little kid,” Kelly Nenec said. “This is our first time coming with our son. It’s been a lot of fun. It’s great to see the community come together.”
The Frances McGahee Youth Day Parade is named after Roswell’s Mrs. Frances McGahee, who spent 50 years serving the community on the boards of several organizations like Roswell United Methodist Church and the North Fulton American Cancer Society.
“The Daisy Echo,” by
a reflection of another flower in a dew drop resting on a
petals. The photo is one of 15 macro photographs in her exhibit.
clothes or photographing their moments together. Her father developed those photos in the bathroom of her family’s small apartment.
In her family, creativity was a mindset.
During the early years of her career, Sullivan found herself enriched by her work in exotic places.
In Cancun, she fell in love with the area’s colorful homes and friendly, open-minded locals. There, she did underwater photography, working on a project for television producer Christina Cindrich that let her swim with whale sharks.
“When you find yourself underwater and looking at this enormous, enormous creature, it is really peaceful,” she said.
It was a little daunting at first, being so close to a creature the size of a small house, she said.
When Sullivan moved to Alpharetta to live with her husband, she decided it was time to pursue art seriously.
For her next artistic project, Sullivan is exploring the abstract shapes found in water. As with her macro photography, she is finding entire worlds hidden inside moisture.
For example, a recent photograph she took of an LED reflection reveals what looks like a galaxy.
“That’s what I hope to ignite in people, a lost sense of curiosity,” she said. “Even in the ordinary, you can see something extraordinary if you stop, slow down and pay attention.”
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Elena Sullivan, captures
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Elena Sullivan took underwater photos of whale sharks off the coast of Cancun, Mexico, for a project for television producer Christina Cindrich. Sullivan said swimming near the gentle giant animals was a mind-opening experience.
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Families line up to take their picture with the giant jack-olantern.
The Kid Chess Mascot waves from a car covered in matching stickers.
PRESERVING THE PAST
Fouts Road where some important history began
BOB MEYERS Columnist
It is common to find roads in North Fulton named for the families who first settled on the land where the roads were built.
Fouts Road in Roswell is a prime example. At least five generations of Fouts have lived on the road over the past 100 years. At one point, everyone who lived on the road were Fouts.
When Hans Michael Pfautz came to America with his family of five in 1727, immigration officials Americanized their name. This was common practice when immigrants had names officials found difficult to pronounce or spell. The newcomers settled in Pennsylvania near the Susquehanna River. At some point, date unknown, Hans’ son Jacob or grandson Michael moved to North Carolina.
Research suggests that the first of the Fouts to settle in Georgia, no doubt drawn by stories of rich, cheap land, was Jacob’s great, great grandson John Fouts, born in 1813. He settled in Dawson County and married in 1844. Like most early settlers, the first Fouts in Georgia were farmers.
At some point in the family’s history, one of the Fouts settled on what became Fouts Road in today’s city of Roswell off Holcomb Bridge Road. At the time the road was in the unincorporated Newtown settlement. Today, East Roswell Park sits on the family’s old home place.
Gene Fouts, a descendant of John, was born in 1933 and raised on Fouts Road. His wife Carolyn Lawson was born in Atlanta in 1936 and as a young girl moved to within sight of the Newtown school which both attended. The couple recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary.
The Newtown School was built in 1929 in today’s Johns Creek on Old Alabama Road. The school was a four-room H-shaped building with a central assembly room, pot-bellied stoves and outdoor privies. It replaced four separate one-room schoolhouses in what was then Milton County, thanks to the Barrett-Rogers Act of 1919 which sought to rid Georgia of its multitude of inefficient one-room schools. The government provided $100,000 to help rural school districts fund consolidation of the
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The original Newtown School as it appeared when built in 1929. The school closed in 1980 and was allowed to deteriorate. It was restored and preserved thanks to a community effort. Today the building is an adult center.
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The historic Newtown School building as it is today. The original school was built in 1929. It has been restored and preserved and is today the Park Place at Newtown School Adult Center. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.
state’s many small rural schools into more efficient larger buildings. It was the last school built in Milton County before its 1931 merger into Fulton County.
The school closed in 1980 and fell into disrepair. Thanks to community efforts the old schoolhouse was restored and preserved. Today it is the Park Place at Newtown School Adult Center. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2006.
Gene recalls looking out the window of a school bus one afternoon in 1948 when he noticed a beautiful girl riding her bicycle to school. He turned to a friend and said, “I am going to marry that girl one day.”
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Gene and Carolyn Fouts at their wedding in 1954.
Gene was 15 and Carolyn was 12. Five years later they were married.
Gene was one of nine children, eight boys and one girl, all born on Fouts Road. He and his younger brother Mark are the only ones still living.
Gene says “I was born in a threebedroom house. Fortunately, we did not all live there at the same time, so space was not a problem. We kids did have to share bedrooms. In 1940 my sister and oldest brother graduated from Milton High School and moved out.”
Gene played on the first football team at Milton High School in the 1950s. He had to leave the team due to a heart murmur. This was devastating for Gene who desperately
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Gene Fouts, age 10, is standing on the back of the family mule which was used for pulling plows and wagons, photo taken in 1943. Children using work animals for fun was common practice on farms.
wanted to play. Sometimes he and Mark would stay after practice so long that they missed the school bus and had to walk 7 miles to their home.
Carolyn’s family attended the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Newtown. Gene became an active member as well. He has served as a deacon for 68 years, including several terms as chairman. Carolyn has played the piano or organ for the church for 75 years. She is very artistic and has made hundreds of crocheted blankets and afghans for family and friends. She starts making Christmas decorations in May, according to their son Gary. Carolyn retired from Fulton Concrete. Gene worked for Chevron for 33 years.
The couple has been active in the Alpharetta and Old Milton County Historical Society. Gene was president at one point.
Thanks to Gene, Carolyn and Gary Fouts for their help with this column.
Bob is director emeritus of the Milton Historical Society and a Member of the City of Alpharetta Historic Preservation Commission. You can email him at bobmey@bellsouth.net. Bob welcomes suggestions for future columns about local history.
OPINION
With more rate cuts on horizon, ‘Patience’ may pay off
D.C. AIKEN
This week’s “pop” hit is the 1988 hit “Patience” by Guns & Roses. It seems everywhere we turn today someone is soliciting us to refinance NOW to a lower rate. Yes, 30-year fixed rates have come down to their current national average of 6.20% which is substantially lower than the mid 7% rates we saw during the past 12 months, but does it make sense to refinance now on a straight rate-term refinance? Probably not just yet.
While “deed dogs” and “list” buyers are calling and trying to
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sell rates below 6%, you must ask yourself, if the national average is running around 6.20% with anywhere from .50 to 1 point…why would these folks be offering rates below 6%. The answer is they are buying down the rate to those levels and will try to convince you that they can get you to closing with “no money” out of your pocket.
While this may be true, how they got there is the rest of the story… What they do is finance your cost back into your new loan amount, and thus you don’t come “out of pocket” at the closing table.
Closing cost in the Metro ATL average in the 2.0% to 2.5% of your loan amount. So, a $500,000 loan amount may have $12,500 in closing cost…Yes, you are not coming “out of pocket” at the closing table but
you just lost $12,500 in equity to save maybe a little over $300 per month. Simple math tells me it will take you over 3 years to breakeven on this transaction.
So, if you don’t sell your current home, and/or refinance again in the next 36 to 40 months, then you would have done the right thing in this scenario.
However, with all the news about the FED potential making additional cuts before the end of the year of another .50% to maybe even 1%.... and even more possibly next year, why would you pull the trigger now?
Keep in mind that these unsolicited calls, text messages or emails are coming from folks who get paid solely if they close your loan. And, let’s be honest, mortgage originations are down notably this
year. See where I am going with this? Are they truly looking at what is best for you? Or are they looking out for what is best for them?
I get the “cash out” refinances to pay off consumer debt with interest rates over 20%. But even these cases — and with what appears to be lower rates on the horizon — you might just need to have a little “Patience.”
D.C. Aiken is vice president, producing production manager for BankSouth Mortgage, NMLS # 658790. For more insights, you can subscribe to his newsletter at dcaiken.com.
The opinions expressed within this article may not reflect the opinions or views of BankSouth Mortgage or its affiliates.
From New York to points all over the world
KATHY MANOS PENN Columnist
This week’s reads were, of course, mysteries, as I rarely read any other genre. In both, the protagonist embarks on a search, though one is seeking a missing author while the other is searching for a lost painting. Both start in New York City before the clues lead them to another locale.
“My Favorite Terrible Things” by
Madeleine Henry
This is a new-to-me author, and I’m delighted to have discovered her. That this novel came out in May 2024 and has garnered 7,000+ reviews speaks volumes about what an intriguing tale the author weaves. Her first two books eked out just over 100 reviews each. She’s made
her mark with this one.
Publishers Weekly had this to say: “[A] cunning debut thriller… Just as Henry seems to be leading readers down one path, she veers in a wholly unexpected direction, delivering a welcome jolt to an already effective mystery. Sharp observations on toxic fan culture and a basketful of literary easter eggs are icing on the cake. This delivers.”
Private investigator Nina Travers is hired to find Claire Ross, a bestselling author who disappeared on her wedding day months ago. The police have no clue what happened to her or whether she’s even alive. It’s Claire’s mother who hires Nina, and Nina hopes to make a name for herself with this case.
I was kept guessing all the way to the very end, with every revelation coming as a shock, not as something I anticipated. If you’re seeking a novel to keep you turning the pages,
this is the book for you. And, if, like me, you like books about authors and their creativity, you won’t want to miss this one.
“The Lost Van Gogh” by Jonathan Santlofer I had never heard of this author until I read a review of this book that came out in January 2024. When I figured out this was the second art mystery with Luke Perrone as the main character, I chose to start with the 2021 book,“The Last Mona Lisa,” which I wrote about earlier this year. Both books move back and forth in time. Both involve stolen art. Set primarily in modern times with Luke as an artist and university art professor, this one shifts to Paris during WW II, when the Nazis are leaving with as much artwork as they can, artwork, of course, taken from the Jewish population. Not only did I find the mystery of the missing Van Gogh portrait
intriguing, I was also fascinated by the details about the artist’s life. The action moves from New York City to Amsterdam and France, offering an international adventure. As did the first book, this one has a romantic subplot. All in all, it was a thoroughly enjoyable read, and I always consider it a bonus when I learn something along the way.
If you are intrigued by mysteries involving art, you may want to check out Santlofer’s back list. Most of his previous novels concern art, be they series or standalones. Happy reading.
Award-winning author Kathy Manos Penn is a Sandy Springs resident. Find her cozy mysteries on Amazon or locally at The Enchanted Forest, Bookmiser, Tall Tales, and Johns Creek Books. Contact her at inkpenn119@gmail.com, and follow her on Facebook, www.facebook. com/KathyManosPennAuthor/.
Georgetown Shopping Center opened in 1964 amid fanfare
Scott Hudgens, president of Scott Hudgens Realty & Mortgage, first advertised lots available in the Georgetown subdivision in the Aug. 27, 1961, Atlanta Journal.
“Come on out! Georgetown is ready,” was announced. In these early days of Georgetown, buyers could select their lot and floor plan.
Details described in the July 4, 1962, Atlanta Journal include quality construction, large, wooded lots, three-to-five bedrooms, two or more bathrooms, surface units, oven, hood, dishwasher and a choice of carpets or oak flooring. Styles offered were early American, Dutch Colonial, French Provincial and Colonial.
The 1962 advertisement for Georgetown informs buyers a shopping center is conveniently located 1 mile away. That shopping center was Chamblee Plaza. A proposed shopping center is planned and would be built next to the
subdivision. This was the future Georgetown Shopping Center.
Georgetown Shopping Center first opened July 1964. It included a Big Apple grocery store, King’s Drug Store, furniture store and a laundry. The price of the original shopping center construction was $1 million. (June 1, 1964, Atlanta Journal, “Georgetown Shopping Center”)
Scott Hudgens also developed the shopping center, which was described as 10 acres at the northwest corner of Chamblee Dunwoody Road and the Circumferential Highway. The highway was completed five years later and is known today as I-285.
Robert Schaumann purchased the shopping center in the early 1970s and announced a plan to quadruple the space in 1973. Part of the plan was to add a 30,000-square-foot Kroger grocery store, the largest Kroger in Metro Atlanta in 1973. Existing tenant spaces would be renovated. The center’s square footage went from 33,000 square feet to 125,000.
Possibilities for Georgetown Shopping Center additions included a theater, more restaurants, specialty shops, and a community room for clubs and civic groups. I have never heard or read about a theater at Georgetown, but please email me if you remember one. (Neighbor newspaper, “Georgetown to expand,” Feb. 7, 1973, DeKalb History Center Archives)
In 1976, the first Dunwoody Fourth of July parade began at Georgetown Shopping Center and continued to Dunwoody Village.
Gerry Spruill was chairperson of the parade. Her committee included several members of the Dunwoody Woman’s Club. Cecil Day and Mike Tilleman were grand marshals of the parade.
According to cororealty.com, Georgetown Shopping Center today includes 142,397 square feet on 11.3 acres. Stores and businesses include Kroger, Goldberg’s Deli, Farm Burger, Vino Venue, and Sherwin Williams. The AT&T store was the former location of Starbucks before it moved to adjacent Shoppes of Georgetown.
Award-winning author Valerie Biggerstaff is a longtime columnist for Appen Media and the Dunwoody Crier. She lives in Atlanta. You can email Valerie at pasttensega@ gmail.com or visit her website at pasttensega.com.
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A map accompanied the advertisement for the new Georgetown subdivision in the 1961 Atlanta Journal, indicating the future Georgetown Shopping Center.
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Shopping Center first began in 1964. This is the center's entrance sign today.
Georgian stepped up to render assistance following hurricane
Helene was horrible. She was devastating. She was a deadly killer hurricane that didn’t fight fair.
Here in north Georgia, we’re not accustomed to such ferociousness in a storm. It rained and rained and rained in our area. Twelve inches in a Wednesday through Friday stretch.
We never lost power, and there was minimal wind damage. While we were spared much of the storm’s wrath, there were others who lost their homes, their businesses and their lives.
It was an example of others being hopeless, having been dealt a hand so tragic. We’ve all seen the video footage of towns, whole towns, completely washed away.
The natural reaction to this is to feel sorry for those who have been affected. When we see a natural disaster halfway across the world, it is easy to empathize but much tougher to take action to help. Maybe a mention about it on Sunday from the pulpit, a plea for help, a second collection perhaps and the whole matter is shelved from our minds.
Maybe it’s a Southern thing, or perhaps it’s a North Georgia thing, but when the chips are down and there’s a call for help, by golly, a sense of community emerges that is so gratifying that, well, you just have to write about it.
Neighbors Josh and Alethea Jacobs posted a Facebook message that they were heading to Baxley, Georgia, to help. The Jacobs couple were probably envisioning a pickup truck load of what was needed. The community was looking at two to three weeks without power.
What happened was such an outpouring of generosity that the subsequent message was: “We have
had such an amazing response from our Forsyth community! We have had several people donate much needed items, and we have been able to purchase so many items thru $ donations that now we are in need of a trailer for the day!”
The lines to get any type of assistance and sustenance were massive. Think of trying to get in for a concert and prepared to be treated to music. Then think about standing in such a line to get food for your family, drinking water and any other essentials.
These were folks who never would have thought about asking for a handout until the deluge.
Then think about how proud the Jacobs made you feel as they pulled that trailer to Baxley.
Ditto for the Knights of Columbus from Christ the Redeemer parish in Dawsonville. Grand Knight Larry Suarez fielded a call from a Knights group in Vidalia. No water. No means of getting water. Suarez was the organizer and commissioned two Knights, Ike Pankhurst and Tony Roberti, to drive a truck ladened with nearly 6,000 bottles of water to Vidalia.
There’s enough going on that would warrant a tumultuous case of the blues. War in the Middle East, a dock workers strike (talk about a Titanic-sized case of bad timing), chemical clouds befouling our air are crises we can do nothing about.
Thank heavens for all the folks doing more than merely wishing they could help.
It makes worrying about whether the Braves would survive the trip to San Diego rather inconsequential and unimportant.
Mike Tasos has lived in Forsyth County for more than 30 years. He’s an American by birth and considers himself a Southerner by the grace of God. He can be reached at miketasos55@gmail.com.
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INVESTIGATIVE REPORTING
While covering Milton election operations, Appen Media analyzed historical voter data and identified possible disenfranchisement.
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