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DUNWOODY, Ga. — While the Dunwoody Wildcats lost a heartbreaker against Lakeside Sept. 20, the 2024 Homecoming Court buoyed the high school’s spirit.
Dunwoody fell to 1-4 on the season after losing 34-31 in a nailbiter against the visiting Vikings.
After a win to start the season in the Corky Kell & Dave Hunter Classic Aug. 15, the Wildcats have dropped four straight. Two of the losses have been against regional opponents by just four combined points.
The Dunwoody High School community elected seniors Max “Q” Quartararo and Hannah Hazen as the 2024 Dunwoody Homecoming King and Queen.
Hazen, a varsity cheerleader, was diagnosed with malignant cancer as a middle schooler and endured treatments throughout her adolescent years.
Today, Hazen is celebrating two full cancerfree years. In her free time, Hazen enjoys cheerleading, being with friends and volunteering time at charity organizations.
Max Quartararo, a New York City native and Dunwoody’s 2024 Homecoming King, hurt his knee during his sophomore year in a football game. After taking a year off from football and basketball, Quartararo completed his rehabilitation.
His mother, Leah Quartararo, said doctors discovered a flaw in her son’s patella, which required surgery and overcoming mental health challenges.
“Both these kids are truly inspirations,” Quartararo said. “The DHS Homecoming Court included such amazing kids from many different backgrounds, [and] we showed up as an amazing school with amazing diversity and community.”
Here is a full list of the Dunwoody Wildcats
2024 Homecoming Court:
Freshman girls:
Alexa Keefe, Bianca Kelly, Madeline Cann, Vivian O’Brien
Freshman boys:
Bobby Abbott, Drew Gust, Everett Hammond, Liam Whitehurst
Sophomore girls:
Charlotte Rueckel, Demi Rivera, Emme Cook, Sybil Lawson
Sophomore boys:
Jack Quartararo, Jayden Smith, Mason Scharf, Nasir Garcia
Junior girls:
Anna Jean Lower, Anshula Phadke, Ava Ceo, Mallory Baron, Zil Patel, Zoe Hansten
Junior boys:
Andrew Ainsworth, Christian Lee, Jackson Bacon, Jude Torjak, Michael Douglas, Ryan Sessions
Senior girls:
Brazilia Juarez, Deja Crowder, Hannah Hazen, Laura Pollock, Morgan Sturtz, Shelby Verlander, Siler Sorbett
Senior boys:
Bennett Etheridge, Bryan McEwen, Daniel Aguilar, Joshua Miller, Max Quartararo, Nathan White, Parker Moore, Wendell Rogers
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DUNWOODY, Ga. — Dunwoody police arrested an 18-year-old Decatur man Sept. 14 after he allegedly fled the scene of a vehicle theft at Perimeter Mall.
Dispatch told officers that three suspects broke a window to a black Dodge Charger in the parking lot near P.F. Chang’s.
Upon arrival, an officer said he saw a purple Dodge Charger which sped away after he activated his emergency lights. The officer said he did not pursue the purple muscle car after it accelerated away from him.
Other officers said they saw a suspect flee from where the black Dodge Charger was parked.
An officer said the suspect ran toward Chase Bank, crossed through the tree line to Ravinia Parkway, and continued to a nearby parking garage where he was apprehended.
Officer said the suspect identified himself but did not have a state-issued card.
During the foot pursuit officers said they saw the suspect toss a device commonly used to program car keys and steal vehicles and a tan Glock19 handgun.
Police said the suspect was holding the device when he first arrived at the Perimeter Mall parking lot.
Later, officers said the handgun had been stolen. The firearm’s owner told officers that his Dodge Charger was stolen in Atlanta earlier in the month. The victim said his car was recovered, but the handgun was not.
Through Flock Safety cameras, officers discovered that the suspects fled from the parking lot in two
vehicles, one grey and one purple Dodge Charger, both later discovered to have been stolen.
Officers said the suspects stole the purple Dodge Charger from the parking lot during the incident.
The vehicles are valued at $85,000.
The owner of the black Dodge Charger said nothing was stolen, but the thieves broke the rear driver’s side window and removed the dashboard area near the push-button ignition.
Officers charged the suspect with criminal attempt to commit a felony, entering an automobile with the intent to commit theft, possession of tools for the commission of a crime, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, theft by receiving stolen property and obstruction of law enforcement.
Officers transported him to DeKalb County Jail. He was bonded out Sept. 18.
DUNWOODY, Ga. — Dunwoody police are investigating an aggravated assault after a man riding a motorized scooter allegedly fired a revolver at a motorist on Chamblee Dunwoody Road Sept. 12.
Dispatch told officers that a man operating a scooter just shot at two vehicles near the Burger King.
The victim, a 22-year-old Cumming man operating a BMW X5, called police from Pernoshal Park after fleeing from the incident.
The victim said he was taking a left out of the Korger parking lot onto Chamblee Dunwoody Road when a person on the motorized scooter ran the red light and nearly caused a collision.
After making a right turn on Dunwoody Park, the suspect pulled next to the driver’s side window of the BMW.
The victim said he saw the suspect pointing a black revolver at him when he slowed down to let the scooter pass.
At that moment, the victim accelerated away to avoid being shot and
struck the scooter with his vehicle.
The victim said he heard a loud pop sound while he was fleeing the armed suspect.
Officers said the victim was visibly anxious and shaking after the incident.
While observing the victim’s vehicle, officers said they found a bullet hole in the rear wheel well area and a dent from the collision with the scooter.
The victim said the suspect had medium length curly hair and was wearing a black hoodie and driving a black scooter.
Officers said the investigation is ongoing.
ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell Police arrested a 44-year-old Alpharetta man Sept. 8 after a CVS employee texted officers about a shoplifting in progress.
The employe said he saw the man exit the store on Holcomb Bridge Road with three large tote bags full of merchandise.
During the text exchange with officers, the employee said the man returned to the store.
An officer said he contacted the suspect while additional personnel were en route.
The officer said the suspect admitted to stealing the merchandise, stating “I have the stuff and will show you.”
After seeing the merchandise in the suspect’s black Hyundai SUV, officers placed him under arrest.
The CVS scanned all the merchandise in the three bags, totaling $2,494.
Officers said the employee showed security footage of the suspect leaving the store with the bags and then returning.
Officers said they secured a warrant for felony theft by shoplifting and transported the suspect to the North Fulton County Jail.
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Steak & Grace is a new neighborhood steakhouse
Village later this year. The concept comes from restauranteur
for his creative Metro Atlanta dining ventures.
DUNWOODY, Ga. — Atlanta restaurateur Barry Mills is putting a modern spin on the steakhouse dining experience with Steak & Grace in Dunwoody Village at the former location of First Watch. The restaurant is scheduled to open later this year.
Mills’ other restaurant ventures include FLIP Burger Boutique, HD1 and Big B’s Fish Joint in Sandy Springs.
Mills describes the restaurant as authentic and approachable, with the elements of fine dining in a relaxed, family-friendly and neighborhood-focused setting.
“We’re envisioning a neighborhood restaurant with broad appeal that’s welcoming to everybody,” Mills said. “At Big B’s, we have regulars of all ages who come in every week, and that’s what we are excited to do in Dunwoody.”
Fire-cooked steaks highlight a menu featuring seafood, chicken, large salads,
sandwiches and gluten-free, keto and dairy-free options.
Fresh steaks will be delivered daily, and all sides, sauces and desserts will be made in-house.
Executive chef Conor O’Reilly, formerly with Fifth Group Restaurants, will create the a la carte side approach common in many steak restaurants.
The interior at Steak & Grace will have lighter hues, lots of windows, a large patio and outdoor fireplace.
Mills says they are also skipping the complicated wine menu with plenty of bythe-glass options.
“I prefer restaurants that deliver on service, food quality, interesting design and other things that go into a dining experience but with a little more casual approach,” he said. “There are several traditional steakhouses in the Perimeter area, so we want to differentiate ourselves with the atmosphere and diverse menu.”
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DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — The DeKalb County Board of Elections passed a resolution Sept. 12 allowing the executive director to schedule hearings on mass voter challenges after an election, providing they are submitted 90 days before the election.
The change comes following an update to a federal law stating that elections boards shall not “systematically remove” voters from the rolls within 90 days of an election. The update was discussed at the last meeting in a first read.
The resolution passed on Sept. 12 defines what counts as a systemic removal, with language taken from the court cases that were responsible for updating the federal law.
Mass challenges or voter roll challenges that constitute “systemic removal” are defined as those that:
• Do not rely upon individualized information or investigation to determine the validity of the individual challenges; or
• Use a mass computerized datamatching process to compare the voter rolls with other state and federal databases; or
• Lack unique identifiers, indicia of reliability, or evidence of authenticity; or
• Lack reliable first-hand evidence specific to individual voters.
With this definition, it gives the executive director, in concert with the county attorney and the elections board, authority to evaluate voter challenges submitted within the 90-day quiet period, and if they meet the above criteria, to go ahead with scheduling the probable cause hearing after the election in question.
The board also passed the new procedural language reflecting the updated federal law.
“We are here to make policy for how we operate,” Board Member Vasu Abhiraman said, indicating that the measure formalizes a more efficient way to respond to situations the board may face because of the new law.
Board Chair Karli Swift stressed added that the operative word in the fourth criterion – lack reliable first-hand evidence specific to individual voters – is
“reliable.”
“First hand…I know a lot of people, I can say maybe I know a couple hundred, but I don’t know 1,000 people and where they live,” Swift said. “I don’t have enough information to determine that.”
Abhiraman also encouraged voters to think about why prohibiting mass challenges within 90 days prior to an election makes sense.
“Let’s say you’re a voter,” he said, “and someone from our office uses one of these large-scale matching programs to remove you from the rolls. You could probably challenge that, so why should we take action on someone else doing that exact same thing?”
Board Member Anthony Lewis, who voted against the new policy and procedural language bringing the county board in line with federal law, said that it was different because in the case of a citizen using the programs, there would have to be a public hearing.
In closing, Swift encouraged all attendees to “give each other some grace in advance of what will likely be a tense election. We may disagree, but let’s not be disagreeable.”
In other business, the board also approved removing one drop box location because the number of registered voters fell beneath the threshold required to maintain it. The staff recommendation was to remove the one at the Office of Voter Registration and Elections on Memorial Drive in favor of keeping the community-based drop box locations in place.
Neighborhood Church at 1561 McLendon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307, will be added to early voting locations.
By HAYDEN SUMLIN hayden@appenmedia.com
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — The Sandy Springs City Council approved millions of dollars in contracts Sept. 17, wrapping up a couple projects and forming new partnerships in the community.
The mayor’s remarks centered around the city’s multi-use trail network, expansion of its downtown City Springs district and revitalization of older commercial areas of the city around the North End and Perimeter.
“There’s a lot of things that I still think I would like to get done, things that are important to the community,” Paul said. “I will announce today that I’m running for one more term as mayor.”
Paul said it’s a great honor to be elected mayor and his family supports his 2025 run, though it may be his last. During his 2021 campaign, Paul also hinted it may be his last run.
The bulk of Paul’s State of the City address, and one of his reasons for another run, surround Sandy Springs’ downtown district — City Springs.
Since Paul took office more than a decade ago, he has pursued a vision for Sandy Springs, which centers around the creation of a downtown district.
“I think all of you know that I spent four and a half years of my life, with the help of the City Council and staff, building this campus,” he said. “There were a lot of critics when we were doing this, in fact it was named the Tah MaPaul.”
Like any mayoral address in Sandy Springs since November 2013, the speech included witticisms and jokes, which keeps rooms packed when Paul is at the podium.
Paul said the name upset him at the time, but he thinks it’s worth it if people are still visiting City Springs in 400 years, like travelers to India’s famous mausoleum do today.
In June, the Sandy Springs City Council selected Regent Partners and Morris and Fellows as the city’s preferred development partners for City Springs 2.0.
The city has purchased properties on the south side of Mount Vernon
Highway down to Sandy Springs Place, extending from Blue Stone Road to Sandy Springs Circle.
The several contiguous acres of city-owned property to the southwest of Veterans Park and City Springs are chosen for the expansion of Sandy Springs’ downtown and retail market.
But, Paul said things have been slow getting the redevelopment project off the ground.
“I understand the concerns,” he said. “Banks aren’t lending money for commercial real estate, the cost of money is higher, the return on investment is lower, but that doesn’t make me anymore patient.”
Paul said his goal is to step up the pace, but the city is watching the Federal Reserve potential cuts and macroeconomic trends, so it’s ready to act when things loosen up.
“We want to be first out of the gate to be able to get this project going,” he said. “Because this community really deserves more places to go, to eat and to shop.”
The expansion of Sandy Springs’ downtown district accomplishes a few city goals simultaneously: it creates more retail space in a highdemand market, while enhancing the city’s community feel and creating more economic opportunities.
It’s not clear if the city will break ground on the district’s expansion this year, but a June estimate put the completion date in fall 2026.
The mayor served as keynote speaker during the Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber’s Signature Luncheon. Some 150 community members listened in the City Springs Conference Center.
The unified Perimeter Chamber, previously split between Sandy Springs and Dunwoody, has hosted the State of the City for years. Tickets started at $40 and required registration through the chamber.
The crowd included members of the Sandy Springs City Council, several department heads, Fulton County Board of Education members and District 2 Commissioner Bob Ellis.
Mayor Paul touched on several new and existing initiatives in and around City Hall.
Sandy Springs is looking to take a lead with artificial intelligence and bolstering community through the city’s multi-use trail network.
DUNWOODY, Ga. — The Knights of Columbus 11402 have announced the return of their Pumpkin Patch at All Saints Catholic Church, 2443 Mt. Vernon Road in Dunwoody.
Now in its 13th year, this muchloved event has become a fall favorite for families all over north Atlanta, offering not just pumpkins, but an entire seasonal experience.
Whether you're on the hunt for the perfect heirloom pumpkin,
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Referencing the Atlanta Beltline, the mayor unveiled his plans to spur economic development along Sandy Springs’ developing multi-use trial network.
The city has made progress on PATH400, trails around Morgan Falls Overlook Park and significant pedestrian improvements along Roswell Road (Ga. 9).
City Councilwoman Melody Kelley has pitched an effort to get sidewalks and paths built in the city’s North End, where thousands of multi-family home residents need them.
With the Sandy Springs Trail Master Plan, there is roadmap for the city’s Springway to rival Atlanta’s Beltline.
City Councilwoman Melissa Mular, with experience as a technology executive for IT service providers like IBM, is leading an artificial intelligence task force with City Manager Eden Freeman.
whimsical mini gourds, or the ever-popular stackable pumpkins for your front porch masterpiece, there’s something for everyone. There are also colorful mums and picturesque backdrops for those Instagram-worthy family photos.
On weekends, the magical “Singing Pumpkins” will add an extra dose of fun to your visit.
Families like Deborah and her daughters keep coming back each
year, and it's easy to see why. “We come for the pumpkins, but we stay for the fun! It’s become our fall tradition, and I love that it brings us together,” Deborah says with a smile.
Beginning Sept. 29, the patch will be open daily throughout October, with all proceeds going to support charitable causes that help those in need, locally and wherever assistance is most needed.
Pumpkin Patch
Opening: Sunday, Sept. 29
Hours: Weekdays: noon-7 p.m.
Weekends: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Location: All Saints Catholic Church, 2443 Mt. Vernon Road, Dunwoody, GA
For more details, visit www. kofcpumpkins.com.
Springs Mayor
receives a round of applause during his State
the city’s accomplishments over the past year. Paul, who also announced his run for a fourth term in 2025, said the city’s unfinished goals include expansion of its downtown district, path network and commercial revitalization.
Paul said he has spoken with leaders locally and nationwide about how to best use artificial intelligence. The 2025 spending plan
also budgets for a director of data strategy and analytics within the City Manager’s Office.
“To help Sandy Springs be on the cutting edge of that,” Paul said. “We need to do a little bit better job on permitting, getting [them] through the system, making it easier [and] simplifying the process.”
If artificial intelligence can help remove barriers to small projects and give staff more time for other initiatives, it can be a win-win for the city and its residents, Paul said.
The mayor also addressed the ongoing fight with the City of Atlanta for equitable water services.
In April, Paul said the effort to get a service delivery agreement between the two cities is easier with a new bill from the Georgia General Assembly.
The mayor said City Attorney Dan Lee was meeting with a judge, and he hopes Lee can set up a formal hearing or trial in November.
The bill requires the state Community Affairs Department to issue sanctions if two governments
fail to reach an agreement after six months of negotiations.
“We’ve not made a lot of progress, we’ve had a lot of conversations,” Paul said. “I think now the judge has decided we’re going to go forward, which is all we’ve ever asked.”
There are several positive developments surrounding city projects and initiatives, including the new Fleet Center on Roswell Road (Ga. 9), Veterans Park’s completion and the subsequent intersection reconfiguration, Fire Station 5 coming online and nationwide recognitions of the Sandy Springs community.
Paul ended his address to field questions from the community.
Other business community members asked about options for dilapidated parcels around City Springs and the ongoing Mount Vernon Highway and Johnson Ferry Road corridor improvements.
“It should be done at the end of next year,” Paul said. “We’re going to make that area look even better than it did before.”
The story of Dr. Luther C. and Lucy Hurt Fischer and their home and gardens along Chamblee Dunwoody Road has been shared previously in this column. Dr. Fischer bought 138 acres in Chamblee and began construction of what became known as Flowerland in 1932.
The Fischer’s mansion was designed by Philip Trammel Shutze. It was surrounded by beautiful gardens which Atlantans lined up to visit. Flowers from Flowerland were sold in a retail shop of the same name, located on Peachtree Road near the hospital Dr. Fischer and Dr. Edward Campbell Davis built on Linden Avenue in 1911. Flowers were also cut from Flowerland and placed around the hospital. The hospital later became Crawford W. Long Memorial Hospital and today is Emory University Hospital Midtown. (“Caring for Atlanta, A History of Emory Crawford Long Hospital,” by Ren Davis)
In 1924, long before Dr. Fischer built his home and gardens in what was then considered Chamblee, he bought 60 acres in Sandy Springs for a dairy farm. He called the farm Oak Terrace. The dairy was located on Roswell Road, along Long Island Creek. By owning a dairy, Dr. Fischer was able to provide the best quality milk to his hospital patients. He kept a herd of Guernsey cows that were considered the finest in the South. University of Georgia students would visit his farm each week to conduct tests and learn more about milk production.
Fischer’s award-winning cows
also provided milk to the new Biltmore Hotel and the Atlanta Athletic Club, which is today’s East Lake Golf Club.
Fischer sold Oak Terrace Dairy Farm to Adgate Ellis Gay in 1932. When she became a widow in 1929, she took over the family dairy known as Gaymont from her husband Ewell Gay. Gaymont Dairy was originally begun by her father-in-law, Captain Edward S. Gay, in 1893. (Atlanta Constitution, Sept. 15, 1932, Mrs. Ewell Gay Purchases Properties of Dr. Fischer”)
Adgate Gay was considered a socialite of Atlanta, surprising everyone when she grew Gaymont Dairy and merged it with Oak Terrace Dairy. Gaymont Dairy moved from its 33-acre home on Briarcliff Road to 85 acres along Roswell Road and Long Island Creek.
At the 1934 Southeastern Fair, Adgate Gay won several livestock awards. Under her leadership, Gaymont Dairy was proclaimed by Atlanta newpapers as “a large profitable business over which the society belle of a few years ago reigns with all the dignity and ability of one who had known years of business training.”
The children of Adgate and Ellis Gay were Ewell Gay Jr., Bill Ellis Gay and Frank Lipscomb Gay. In 1940, according to U.S. census records, Ewell Gay had taken over the dairy business, located on Old Power’s Ferry Road.
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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Like the magical phoenix rising from the ashes of its predecessor, this stunning Bill Grant estate has gained new life as it overlooks picturesque, well-tended grounds.
This home is one of the beautiful homes featured in the 51st Annual Home Tour set for Wednesday, Oct 9, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and is hosted by the Dunwoody Woman’s Club. All profits from the home tour are used to fulfill the club’s charitable initiatives. Home tour tickets can be purchased several ways, as outlined below at the end of this article.
Multi-hued stone and wood facing, with a sweeping front porch, welcome you into an expansive foyer that opens to a study and formal dining room. Dark wood flooring and a palette of soft grays and greens, offset by shimmering drapery and moiré wall covering, lend woodsy warmth to the rooms. Note the tripod lamp and Tour de France photo in the study, the beautiful wood cabinetry in the dining area, coffered and trey ceilings, and recessed lighting as you progress through extra-wide hallways to the rooms at the rear of the main floor.
There you will step into the family room with white stone fireplace braced by silver-framed mirrors that reflect comfortable, upholstered seating and a unique sideboard girded with ornate metal. A wall of French doors lets you slip out to a back patio that overlooks a heated saltwater pool, jacuzzi, and pool house with additional covered seating and full bath.
To the left of the family room is the owner’s suite with its own seating area accessed through sliding barn doors and an expansive bath with double vanities, soaking tub, separate steam shower, and his and hers closets.
To the right of the living area is an intimate breakfast area with round unfinished wood table and an additional sitting nook with massive stone fireplace. Calling all foodies, however, is the gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. A marble-topped island shelters a dishwasher (this kitchen has two), additional refrigeration drawer, and trash disposal. A well-stocked walk-in butler’s pantry, and functional laundry and mudroom with slate floors lie beyond.
The upper level of this home includes four spacious en-suite bedrooms, comfy media room and location for an elevator yet to be installed.
Home Tour tickets are available now and can be purchased:
• To buy tickets online go to www.dunwoodywomansclub.com/ event-tickets/
• WILL CALL for tickets purchased online – Pick up on October 9 tour day beginning at 9:30 am – at Spruill Center for the Arts, 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd., Dunwoody.
• To buy tickets in person go to The Enchanted Forest in
As we went to press, the owner had outfitted a raised seating media room on the lower level (proudly featuring a framed McLaren Senna Team shirt)
Dunwoody Hall Shopping Center.
• You can buy tickets from any member of the Dunwoody Woman’s Club
• Scan the QR Code below.
and had framed out, but not completed, a game room and future fireplace. This is a home of renewal
fashioned by the imagination and craftsmanship of caring new owners. Be sure to check out the exciting raffle on the day of the tour for a chance to win one of three prizes - All prizes valued at $500 or more: a shopping spree at Lauderhill’s Fine Jewelry, a Woodhouse Spa basket and gift card, or a 2-hour design consultation with Linda Rickles Interiors. Both cash and credit cards are accepted to enter the raffle.
Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 on tour day. We look forward to seeing you at the home tour and appreciate your support. Remember, profits of the tour help fund our charitable projects. Buy your tickets today! For more information about the Dunwoody Woman’s Club go to www. dunwoodywomansclub.com
By AMBER PERRY amber@appenmedia.com
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Dozens of visitors came out for Johns Creek’s “Pup-APalooza” Sept. 14 to peruse vendors and get a peek at dogs dressed to the nines and others with a knack for performing tricks.
Some visitors participated in contests at the Mark Amphitheater at Newtown Park, like Roswell resident Jewel Ausberry, whose pumpkin costume matched her shih tzu named Cherub, or Che Che for short. With separate green sleeves, Che Che was swallowed up in pumpkin, and a small woman, dressed in a black suit, hung off.
They won first place in the event’s “Best Dressed” contest.
One of the three contest judges, Ethan Phillips, said her level of commitment to match her dog was the deciding factor.
“It’s not hard to tell who’s really trying to get the best costume for their dog, like the most extravagant,” Phillips said, adding that two-piece costumes are particularly impressive. “If you get a dog to stay in a two-piece costume, that’s some major points right there.”
Ausberry shared her excitement after having lost last year. Che Che’s tuxedo couldn’t beat the tough competition.
“At the last minute, I was like, you need a little something extra to put us over the top,” she said of this year’s success. “I need to coordinate with you.”
Not only is Che Che chic, but he’s preparing to take on a service role for
Ausberry, who has retinitis pigmentosa. The condition limits the amount she can see in her periphery.
“He’ll be training for at least the next year, because Che Che is obstinate,” Ausberry said.
She said Georgia is a dog-loving community, pointing out the dog park not far from where she stood, and mentioning the uptick in adoptions at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
“Now, you’ve got this whole big community that extends beyond family to the dog who is now a part of the family,” Ausberry said. “I think it’s important to have events like this, to bring the community [together] because we’re such a divided nation right now.”
Sandra Cabrera, owner of the Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming in Johns Creek, also spoke about dogs becoming more a part of the family. It was her motivation for joining the franchise with her sister Jenny Varon, who owns the location in Milton.
“Nowadays, dogs are very special for everybody,” Cabrera said.
She called attention to many retail stores now allowing dogs of all kinds, not just service dogs.
“They have changed with the times,” Cabrera said. “So, we saw it as a good opportunity for being able to open this franchise and being able to groom dogs.”
The store also offers baked goods, made at the business’ headquarters in Florida, and other supplies like toys. For more information on Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming, visit https:// woofgangbakery.com.
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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Under a proposed binding contract, the Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce would have to work harder to maintain its partnership with the city — the equivalent of a $20,000 check each year.
The nonprofit, acting as a hub for small businesses, needs the money now more than ever because of revenue declines since the COVID-19 pandemic hit.
Johns Creek Economic Development Director Kim Allonce introduced the new contract at the Sept. 9 City Council work session. It includes more stringent conditions than what had been in place the past three years.
The new contract would require the nonprofit to explain how it met about a dozen performance standards each quarter, standards that were characterized as a “high level.”
One new standard would require its Small Business Resource Center to provide technical assistance, host training and workshops, and disseminate information to a minimum of 10 businesses each quarter.
Another requires data collection on the center, such as the number of business walk-ins, businesses assisted and business programs offered.
While the previous agreement, which expired in June, required quarterly reports and annual performance metric goals, they were more loosely defined.
Noting the organization’s loss of revenue and membership, City Councilman Bob Erramilli raised concerns about the Chamber’s threemember staff having the bandwidth to generate the necessary reports on top of meeting the standards themselves.
Even so, the matter advanced for a vote to a future City Council meeting.
Mayor John Bradberry said chambers across the nations are facing pressure.
“We want to hopefully help make this a better environment for our business community, for the Chamber, for all concerned,” Bradberry said.
City Manager Kimberly Greer told Appen Media the documentation required in the contract is “not intended to be onerous.” She said as Allonce learned more about the Chamber and how it works with the city to support Johns Creek businesses, they agreed the contract would be an opportunity to “set the next chapter of the relationship.”
“We believe it is important to measure the efforts so we can all be clear about the progress that is being made,” Greer said.
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The contract underscores an exception
Johns Creek Economic Development Director Kim
among city and chamber relationships in north Metro Atlanta, which offer financial support without the same level of accountability.
The City of Alpharetta, for example, maintains memberships with the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce and the Alpharetta Business Association.
Assistant City Administrator James Drinkard said Alpharetta opts for direct financial support, like a $10,000 check to the Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce for its Alpharetta Business Summit.
What the city receives in return is negotiated, Drinkard said, but the benefits typically include a certain number of seats, a vendor table and advertising.
The sister North Fulton city also partners with the Alpharetta Business Association for its Downtown Farmers Market, providing trash collection and traffic control.
Drinkard said terms for sponsorships and partnerships are decided on an annual basis.
While the Johns Creek Chamber website lists the city as a platinum member in its Chairman’s Circle, the new contract doesn’t stipulate the city’s membership. An earlier draft of the new contract did, though, according to open records obtained by Appen Media.
The agreement in place the last three years outlined the city’s membership as well, with $10,000 serving as annual membership fees and the other $10,000 going toward the Small Business Resource Center.
The City of Johns Creek’s membership status might look good for the Chamber, but President and CEO Robin Buckley
be collecting fringe benefits,” Coughlin added.
While the contract doesn’t ensure the city’s membership to the Chamber, the Greater North Fulton Chamber continues to receive membership fees from all six North Fulton cities, including Johns Creek.
But, President and CEO Kali Boatwright said it doesn’t receive “funding” through a contract.
Some of the cities, like Milton, sponsor programs or events if they are in line with their marketing strategy, she said.
Milton Economic Development Manager Anita Jupin said that strategy includes collaborative publications, events, and other regional efforts. Milton is also the only city with a Business Council housed under the Great North Fulton Chamber. Milton has no traditional chamber of commerce.
said it benefits both.
“It’s hard for people to support their business community if the city is not technically a member per the new agreement as presented at the work session,” she said.
Tickets without membership
Yet, the nonprofit will be required to provide Johns Creek with at least two complimentary tickets each quarter, and they aren’t cheap. Buckley said out-ofpocket costs for event tickets, like for its annual Golf Classic, can be up to $150.
Not long after the City Council’s discussion of the proposed contract, council members took issue with a separate, but related, item under review — the city’s expenditure policy.
One concern that had been raised was the city manager’s ability to reimburse professional memberships. Bradberry, with a puzzled look, was the first to address the expense, asking Greer whether the city is paying for any of the council members to join the Chamber.
The city is not, she said, however it has paid for entry into Rotary Clubs.
City Councilman Chris Coughlin also wanted to amend the loophole that would allow council members reimbursements for non-travel meals with constituents. The policy had no monetary cap and stipulated that meals could be reimbursed so long as it was on city business.
“You get paid $15k, pay for your own damn lunch,” he said, advocating that all expenses be taken off the table, with an exception for office supplies.
“I kind of view this philosophically, that you are in a volunteer role to a degree, and we should not necessarily
Like Alpharetta and Milton, the City of Dunwoody also doesn’t have any contracts in place with its area chamber. Instead, Communications Director Jennifer Boettcher said it pays $2,500 a year to be a member of the Perimeter Chamber’s Chairman’s Circle.
Skeleton crew
Buckley echoed the concerns Erramilli raised at the Sept. 9 work session.
“With the specific items that they’re asking for, that’s going to take a lot of documentation,” Buckley said. “Being very specific of what activities we will hold during a year is another issue.” She called attention to the impact of an unforeseen pandemic.
“The documentation and all of that is very concerning, not that we’re not doing it — not that,” Buckley said. “It’s the time it will take. We only have three staff. We had to let one person go because we couldn’t afford them.”
The Johns Creek Chamber’s marketing person, who served a necessary role, was let go in late June.
Buckley, who has been with the Chamber for 12 years, said a fourmember staff is a comfortable place, and at its height, the Chamber had five employees.
She added that it has lost about 100 memberships since the pandemic hit. Now, it has close to 350.
The Chamber’s signature events also aren’t raking in as much money as before because there are more individual donations than there are company sponsorships. For example, the Golf Classic in April brought in $5,900. At its peak, Buckley said the fundraiser netted about $22,000.
“It’s really hard right now to get sponsorships, and that’s industry wide,”
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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 well-being. 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 non-patients 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 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 some-
times 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!
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I commiserated with my hairdresser the day before starting this short article that there are few parts of my career more anxiety provoking than a blank page when an article is due.
But this issue and this month it’s easy, because it’s all about Gratitude. Once again, we’ve been blessed to be chosen as “Best Of” in both the Real Estate Team and Individual Realtor categories. There are dozens of fantastic Realtors and teams in our market with whom we regularly partner and are equally as deserving, so we sincerely appreciate the votes, and votes of confidence, that this recognition reflects.
At the beginning of my real estate journey, I heard a mentor talk about creating “Raving Fans.” Raving Fans are developed by delivering exceptional client services. They become the people
who attend all your events, refer you to friends, family, and strangers in the grocery store; they are the ones you call when you need a great testimonial or some advice handling a challenging client relationship.
No matter where you are in your business journey Raving Fans are perhaps your best business asset. If you’re a fledging entrepreneur, seasoned business owner, working at your first hourly job, or a C-level executive running a large organization, developing customer, client and employee Raving Fans can only make your job more enjoyable, career more fulfilling and success more assured.
As we reflect on this lovely recognition as “Best of North Atlanta” we want to thank everyone who voted, congratulate the nominees, runners-up, and winners in each category, and give a virtual fist pump to our Raving Fans. We Live Here, We Work Here, We Love What We Do.
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For the last two decades, Kat has been rising as one of Atlanta’s top designers. Her collaborative approach, combined with philosophy on design, allows her to step into nearly any space and create a look and style that completely reflects her clients’ lifestyles. And while it might sound counterintuitive, Kat says she works extra hard to make sure her spaces never look like a designer decorated them. “Beautiful design is collected, not fixed”, she says.
From performance fabrics that invite a “put your feet up” aesthetic, to one-ofa-kind touches that add a head-turning wow factor to every space, Kat has brought a new depth and dimension to the idea of functional beauty. “I know that functional is a huge buzzword in the design community right now, but if a space isn’t beautiful and comfortable, then you can’t enjoy living in it”, she says. “Anyone can create a pretty room. But we want you to experience a level of design that empowers you to live better lives. We want you to walk in and feel HOME”
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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Adam Danielson, owner of Fermented, thinks the wine industry may have lost its way, but he wants to help customers get back to its roots.
At Fermented, Danielson has stocked his shelves with wines sourced from vineyards that embrace the natural growing process, rather than fighting against it.
“They follow the cycles of the moon for their pruning, for their planting,” Danielson said. “It’s a holistic vineyard approach, where they don’t bring in anything from the outside world.”
Danielson created Fermented with the idea that Alpharetta and north Metro Atlanta residents care how their wines are made. His philosophy is about purchasing a sustainably made product that simply tastes better.
Fermented prides itself in offering customers an opportunity to purchase superior wine without having to make a lengthy drive into central Atlanta.
“We’ve realized how incredible the community is,” he said.
On top of selling holistically made wines, the shop offers tastings and classes to teach their unique stories.
Danielson, 45, began his love affair with wine waiting tables as an 18-year-old and then managing a restaurant when he was 20. Eventually, he began working as a cellar manager and living in Santa Barbara, California, a region known as the “American Riviera.”
There, he realized all of his favorite wines had something in common. They were made naturally.
“What I began to discover was the wines that I was drawn to were less alcohol, less oak, and less manipulations,” he said.
After meeting with vintners, he learned some dirty little secrets about the trade, he said. Mass production vineyards were growing with an eye on profit margins and little regard for flavor. They were mixing in additives, artificially inflating flavor profiles and somehow getting overrated scores from critics, he said.
“A lot of these just tasted like spiked grape juice,” he said. “It was so much fruit, so much alcohol. It wasn’t what I initially learned wine was in my early career.”
All wines at Fermented are either biodynamic or organic. Farms that are biodynamic grow grapes in an environment that replicates the natural environment as closely as
possible. They are sustainable and “heal the land” as they farm.
Grapes, like people, do best when they experience adversity, Danielson said.
“There’s a lot of similarities that I’ve found between people and wine,” he said.
Vines planted in poor soil and struggle for water produce more complex flavors. The plants, which are capable of incredible things, can dig as deep as 80 feet in search of moisture.
When wine is made naturally, it also produces less of a hangover, said Danielson, who bragged he hasn’t had one in years.
Fermented also includes a room Danielson dubs the “Flight Club.” There, he and his staff teach patrons about the winemaking process and individual stories each bottle has to tell.
“You’re going to learn a lot,”
Danielson said.
Every wine has a story to tell, he said.
The Avino Cava reserve brew was made by a family who has been making wine since 1597. The champagne-like drink is fermented from grapes indigenous to northern Italy. It combines delicate bubbles and a beautiful froth with notes of bright citrus and apple.
Danielson said he is especially proud to sell Foradori wines, which are made by a groundbreaking woman. After taking over her family’s estate, she converted their operation into a biodynamic farming model and became a leader in the industry.
“Her wines are uber limited, uber delicious,” he said.
Danielson said he is blessed to be based in Alpharetta for several reasons.
“They love to support good people and good products,” he said.
More Information: To learn more about Feremented’s philopshy, visit fermentedatl.com or call 470-3612091. The shop is located in downtown Alpharetta at 50 Canton St., #106.
Fermented’s customers said they keep coming back to partake in Danielson’s selection and knowledge.
Matt Keeter, of Woodstock, stopped by to find a California red his wife could enjoy without getting a headache.
“His memory is unbelievable,” Keeter said. “I guarantee he will remember what I like personally.”
Jay and Courtney Waggoner, of Roswell, said they also appreciate Danielson’s knowledge. But they keep coming back because the natural wines don’t give them much of a hangover.
“It’s good, clean wine,” Jay Waggoner said.
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It is interesting how profoundly military experience can shape a person’s entire life. Such is the case of 99-yearold Alpharetta resident Gerald Sadler. Fortunately, Gerald is healthy, alert and has a keen sense of humor. He takes a three mile walk every other day to help stay that way. He is a delight to interview. Here is his story.
Gerald was raised on his grandfather’s farm in Hartwell, Georgia. John Cornelius Sadler (1860-1937) like so many early Georgia pioneers immigrated from Europe to South Carolina and then migrated to Georgia attracted by stories of cheap, fertile land. He and his second wife Cora Etta Suit Sadler (1871-1938) raised cotton and corn. The best corn was ground for corn bread, the basic food for the family. The farm grew to eventually encompass 119 acres.
They had ten children, one of whom was Gerald’s father Rufus Gleeson “Rook” Sadler (1899-1990) who in 1922 married Clyde Chastain Sadler (19041930). When Gerald was five years old, his mother was struck by lightning and killed on the Sadler farm. Cora raised the five orphaned children – three daughters, including a pair of twins, and Gerald – in addition to her 10 offspring. All were brought up on the Hartwell farm.
Buckley said. “People just aren’t putting out that extra money.”
She mentioned Emory Johns Creek recently reevaluated their policy, shifting gears to focus within the healthcare field. Government funding can make or break an organization like the Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce. If the city pulled the plug on funding, Buckley said it would be “pretty painful.”
But, a new threat of termination looms.
The former agreement didn’t include a termination clause. Neither did a previous iteration of the new contract, according to open records obtained by Appen Media. The contract presented at the Sept. 9 work session does.
Gerald had a knack for machinery because he had to maintain his grandfather’s Allis Chalmers tractor, one of the first models manufactured. His grandfather was one of the first farmers in the county to own one. Rufus bought a second tractor a few years later and used it to power a saw to cut timber, an important source of income for the family.
During and after high school, Gerald worked on the farm and had temporary jobs after harvest time. When World War ll started, Gerald was too young to serve. On his 18th birthday he joined the Navy in early 1943.
He was sent to the Bainbridge Naval Training Center in Port Deposit, Maryland, for bootcamp. The center was active from 1942 to 1976. Then because of his experience with tractors on his grandfather’s farm he was sent to technical school at Ford Motor Company in Michigan. Then he traveled to San Francisco where he boarded the Bon Homme Richard CV-31, an aircraft carrier being used as a cargo ship where he worked as a Machinist Mate First Class. He worked mainly on engine bearings and drive shafts. He says, “there was a lot of chipping of paint to keep the sailors busy and out of trouble.”
He then served at the major advance naval base on the island of Espiritu Santo (since 1980 called The Republic of Vanuatu) about 1000 miles from Australia. The Navy Seabees built more than 400 advance bases during the war including a huge base on Espiritu Santo to repair ships damaged in battle
language allowing the city to terminate the agreement “immediately” upon the city determining that the nonprofit is not actively working toward achieving the standards.
A previous draft only stated “any party” could terminate the contract if its terms weren’t upheld.
The Johns Creek contract calls into question how much power a city can have over an independent nonprofit, like a chamber of commerce.
But, Forsyth County Chamber President and CEO James McCoy said in his 20 years with the organization, the Board of Commissioners has never leveraged its funding.
Because Forsyth County doesn’t have an economic development department, the Forsyth Chamber of Commerce fills that role.
The Bon Homme Richard, one of 24 Essex-class Aircraft Carriers completed in World War ll is underway at sea on Oct. 20, 1945 about to arrive in San Francisco. Nine days later she headed to Pearl Harbor to undergo conversion for troop transport duty. From November to January, 1946 she made multiple trans-Pacific voyages carrying troops and cargo.
and to allow planes and fighting men to rotate in and out of battle. Several floating docks, one capable of handling battleships and aircraft carriers, a giant fuel tank farm and ammunition storage facilities were built in addition to standard infrastructure including roads, hospitals and barracks.
Gerald recalls waking up one morning in 1945 and seeing 11 aircraft carriers in the harbor. Gerald ran a ship-to-shore supply boat between the base and the ships while they underwent repairs and refurbishing. One of the ships was badly tilted and had to spend a long time in dry dock.
before a restructuring earlier this year, when former Economic Development Director Vivian Vakili resigned.
In their fiscal year 2025 budget, commissioners allocated $480,000 to the Forsyth Chamber of Commerce, which has 11 members with two open sales seats.
“The Chamber has been the entity in the community that has been the champion of getting SPLOST passed and reviewed because of all the economic benefits, as well as just quality of life benefits,” McCoy said.
He said the County Commission has never pulled funding because of that advocacy, despite any lack of enthusiasm from commissioners about special purpose local option sales tax, or more broadly, growth.
The war officially ended in the Pacific Theater when Japan formally surrendered aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay on September 2, 1945. Shortly after that momentous event Gerald was sent to the Mayport Naval Station in Jacksonville, Florida which had been commissioned in 1942 where he was processed for discharge. He couldn’t find a job, so he enrolled at the University of Georgia where he obtained a degree in Agricultural Sciences and Engineering in 1947.
Gerald found a job working with the Federal Soil Conservation Service helping farmers in Alpharetta recover their fields and forests which had been depleted by intensive farming and cutting during the war. He worked in an office in the old Alpharetta courthouse under Joe Brown, grandson of former Georgia governor Joe Brown. After five years working in Alpharetta, Gerald studied civil engineering at Georgia Tech which led to a career with the U.S. Department of Agriculture as a civil engineer.
He says that he did not know it at the time, but his wartime experience changed him in many ways, and it prepared him for his profession as an agricultural engineer.
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.
Impact fees are assessed on new construction to compensate local governments for the wear and tear on its services, like more traffic and larger public safety coverage.
“Those impact fees would have a very serious negative impact on our ability to get more commercial growth,” McCoy said.
He told Appen Media that county commissioners thanked him for speaking up and for sharing data. McCoy emphasized that a lot of the Chamber’s work is sharing facts and data with commissioners.
He said there’s a positive benefit to a formalized relationship between a chamber, specifically outcome-driven ones like his, and a public entity.
While the original draft includes a section on cutting ties, the newest iteration includes more heavy-handed
“By some, the perception was that [metrics were] sort of like a strong arm,” he said. “But, what we found was, as we shared it, it helps tell the story of some really incredible things that were going on that, to be candid, weren’t being paid much attention to previously.” Continued from Page 13
Forsyth County Communications Director Russell Brown said an internal economic development team existed
Most recently, McCoy argued against higher impact fees for commercial development to fund transportation improvements that the county has proposed. McCoy said the Chamber prefers a lower fee schedule.
As a child, I can remember the thrill of seeing fireflies light up the evening sky. They were so plentiful that we could collect them in a jar, observe them and enjoy the excitement of watching them, turning their lights on and off. Now, I rarely see one or two fireflies at night.
What makes fireflies unique? Both the males and females have the ability to convert some of the energy they obtain from their food to create a flashing light to attract and signal the opposite sex. This biochemical phenomenon is called bioluminescence. If you have been to the beach or a lake at night, you might have noticed water shimmering with light. There are some creatures that live in freshwater as well as saltwater that possess the same bioluminescent ability.
Why are sightings of fireflies becoming more and more of a rarity?
A combination of habitat loss and destruction and pesticides have created an inability for fireflies and many other insects to reproduce and thrive. During the last few years, several companies are specializing in residential mosquito spray services. Could the chemicals used by these companies kill more than mosquitoes? No one wants to enjoy their patio, deck or pool or outdoor dining space and find that they are sharing the space with mosquitoes! No one wants to find they are covered with itchy, red splotches after enjoying time outside! Using a mosquito spray company seems to be a solution, but there might be unforeseen consequences!
What is in mosquito sprays? Pyrethrins are the most used insecticide found in residential mosquito sprays. In the perfect world, these sprays would kill mosquitoes and all the fireflies, pollinators and beneficial insects would be spared. Unfortunately,
this is not the case! Pyrethrins are broad-based spectrum insecticides derived from chrysanthemum flowers. Chrysanthemums have evolved the ability to produce these chemicals to protect themselves from hungry insects. The high concentration of Pyrethrins in mosquito sprays indiscriminately kill most insects!
It is my hope that homeowners understand the consequences of using these products and the effect of reducing the insect population on a wide variety of other native insects, birds, amphibians, and reptiles that depend on insects for survival. If we want to live in a mosquito free environment, there are consequences. You will see fewer fireflies, bees, birds and of course, all the other creatures in our environment that need insects for survival. Let me share some statistics with you. Every night a single bat can eat 4,500 insects and barn swallows can consume an average of 850 insects each day! In the past 50 years, the North American bird population has declined by 30 percent through loss of habitat and diminished sources of food. Additionally, the resident toad that appears each night near my garage door needs to consume numerous insects every day to survive. Please be good stewards of your
environment by reducing or eliminating the use of pesticides, planting natives and providing opportunities for insects to lay eggs in leaf litter. Mosquitoes lay eggs in standing water and their larva must live in water to develop into adult mosquitoes. To eliminate mosquitoes, identify any sources of standing water in your environment and remove them or add mosquito dunks to fountains and other standing water features. By changing a few ways, you maintain your gardens and landscape, you can help insects thrive, and in turn, you can make a difference that will maintain our food web and enable the survival of our native plants and animals.
Happy gardening!
North Fulton Master Gardeners, Inc. is a Georgia nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization whose purpose is to educate its members and the public in the areas of horticulture and ecology in order to promote and foster community enrichment. Master Gardener Volunteers are trained and certified by The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension. Learn more at nfmg.net. Previous Garden Buzz columns are featured at: https://appenmedia.com/ opinion/columists/garden buzz/.
This week’s “Garden Buzz” guest columnist is Carole MacMullan, a Milton resident and master gardener since 2014. Carole describes herself as a born biologist. Since childhood, she loved to explore the out-of-doors and garden with her mother. When she entered college, she selected biology as her major and made teaching high school biology her career for 35 years. Shortly after moving, she became involved with the philanthropic mission of the Assistance League of Atlanta (ALA), completed the Master Gardener program and joined the North Fulton Master Gardeners (NFMG) and the Milton Garden Club. Carole uses her teaching skills to create a variety of presentations on gardening topics for the NFMG Lecture Series and Speakers Bureau. She also volunteers weekly at the ALA thrift store and acts as chair of their Links to Education scholarship program. Her favorite hobbies are gardening, hiking, biking, and reading.
Sybil Greene died peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, after a short but valiant battle with cancer.
Sybil Jane Ellis was born on June 14, 1939, in Greensboro, North Carolina, the eldest child of Edward and Lossie Ellis. She graduated from TriCity High School, class of 1957, and then attended the University of North Carolina, Greensboro, where she earned a degree in Education in 1960.
After school, she pursued a career in teaching before marrying her husband, Charles LaVerne Greene, and settling in Greensboro, NC. They moved to Dunwoody in 1978.
An active member of Dunwoody Methodist Church for over 40 years, Sybil helped coordinate countless weddings and funerals. She also volunteered directly with the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games during the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.
Sybil was a loving and selfless wife, mother, and friend who truly adored her five children and eight grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with her friends. She was a longtime member of the Dunwoody Recipe Club, an avid tennis fan and player, and loved dogs, antiques, reading, and painting. She had a contagious and perfectly honed sense of humor.
Sybil’s husband Charles passed away just days after her on August 31, 2024. They celebrated their 57th anniversary this past year.
Joann Cassella, 93, of Roswell, passed away on September 10, 2024. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.
Clifford Johnson, 90, of Milton, passed away on September 5, 2024. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.
John Kohler, 93, of Alpharetta, passed away on September 7, 2024. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.
In addition to her parents, Sybil was predeceased by her brother Keith Ellis.
Surviving Sybil is her daughter Susan Bortnick and her husband Brian of Atlanta, Georgia, and their children Zander and Lexi; her son Alan Greene and his wife Deena of Atlanta, Georgia, and their children Charlie and Janie; her son Edward Greene and his wife Sue of Los Angeles, California, and their children
Yonna and Seyla; her stepdaughter Linda Greene of Greeneville, Tennessee; and her stepson Stephen Greene and his wife Awilda of Sebastian, Florida, and their children Kelton and Landen. Also surviving Sybil is her brother Raven Ellis and his wife Gale of Eden, North Carolina, and their children, Lesley Young and her husband Steve of Raleigh, North Carolina, and Shannon Wright and her husband William of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and their children Mackenzie and Hayden. In addition, Sybil leaves behind many true, lifelong friends who meant the world to her.
The family would like to thank the wonderful friends who have sustained them during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, those who would like to remember Sybil in a special way may make gifts in her name to the Atlanta Humane Society, 1551 Perry Blvd, NW, Atlanta, GA 30318.
A memorial service will be held at the Dunwoody United Methodist Church Chapel on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 10:00 AM.
Nes Kuweza, 73, of Roswell, passed away on September 12, 2024. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.
Joseph Lazzari, 82, of Roswell, passed away on September 12, 2024. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.
Justin Mourning, 46, of Alpharetta, passed away on September 11, 2024. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.
Donald Nelson, 83, of Roswell, passed away on September 15, 2024. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.
Elizabeth Varner, 99, of Alpharetta, passed away on September 12, 2024. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.
Roy Waggoner, Jr., 92, of Milton, passed away on September 7, 2024. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.
August 12, 1944 – September 5, 2024
Joanne Hoschar Stewart, 80, of Sandy Springs, GA, went to be with Jesus on Thursday, September 5, 2024.
A Celebration of Life reception will be held at Dunwoody Baptist Church, Dunwoody, GA, at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 6, 2024.
Joanne was born on August 12, 1944, in Dover, PA, to the late John Paul Hoschar and his wife, the late Josephine Ann Hoschar. Joanne’s father was a World War II pilot, serving as First Lieutenant in the 12th Air Force, piloting a B-25 bomber. He was reported missing in action over Avignon, France, on August 15, 1944. In 1948, Josephine (known as Mary Jo) married Charles William Stewart who became a loving father to Joanne.
Joanne had an active faith and was a member of three local churches throughout her many years in Georgia. She was a member at First Baptist Church of Atlanta before transferring her membership to Johnson Ferry Baptist Church of Marietta. In her later years, she became a member of Dunwoody Baptist Church, which was located close to her home, where she enjoyed being a part of her beloved Sunday School Group.
Joanne graduated from North Miami High School and later attended the University of Florida. Joanne pursued a career as an event planner providing continuing education seminars for accountants across the country. She later became a bank teller where she enjoyed working with the customers she served. In 1992, she moved to Sandy Springs, GA, where she was a dedicated member of her neighborhood Homeowners Association, serving for over 14 years in various positions, including board president.
Joanne was a woman of integrity; she stood up for her country and her Savior. She loved animals of all types and often reminisced about her fur babies that had gone over the Rainbow Bridge. She was a woman of impeccable fashion and style, always beautifully dressed from head to toe. She took pride in her appearance and in her home.
Joanne never had a bad word for anyone. She actively demonstrated the love of Jesus through service, forgiveness, and reconciliation in relationships. Her many friends and neighbors were blessed to have shared special moments and memories with her the past month prior to her passing. Her integrity, love, and passion for life will live on in the hearts of those closest to her.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Southwest Christian Care Hospice in Union City, GA.
Dr. David “Bo” Cooper
July 31, 1961 – August 21, 2024
Bo passed away peacefully after a short but brave fight against a rare form of kidney cancer. He was the epitome of grace and strength in life and in death.
Bo Cooper’s passing leaves a void in the hearts of all who knew him. His kindness knew no limits and had the gift of making others feel special. He invested time in his friendships and if he loved you, he made sure you knew it.
As a Dentist, he was the heart and soul of Cooper Dentistry. Dr. Cooper took pride in not only providing exceptional dental care but also forming meaningful relationships with his patients and his staff. His dedication to his practice and genuine care for others will long be remembered in the Dunwoody community.
Bo was a lifelong Mississippi State Bulldogs fan. He took great pride in both David and Caroline attending his alma mater. His passion for his team was unwavering and in 2019 bought a game day house in “The District”, which he generously shared with friends and family. Bo planned to spend more time in his beloved “Stark Vegas” once he retired from Dentistry.
Bo’s love for sports was only matched by the love he had for the people in his life. He used sports as a parameter to connect with other parents. He proudly served on the Marist Booster Club Board for four years and as president for two. He was one of first to arrive at Marist tailgates and hated to be late! He looked forward to Friday night football and the fanfare, family and friends that came with it!
Bo was a lifelong golfer. Although an accident at age 19 left him an amputee, he never let that stop him from enjoying the game he loved. He enjoyed playing at Dunwoody Country Club with his beloved Sunday Golf Group. He looked forward with great anticipation each year to the annual “Hacking Dogs Invitational”an eclectic group of longtime friends and golfers.
Bo’s family meant everything to him. Bo loved his wife and kids beyond measure. He was a dedicated husband and father, and his children knew without a doubt how much he loved them.
Bo’s nephew sent this quote, and we believe it suits him perfectly.
“Heroes get remembered; Legends never die.” Bo was our Hero during his time on earth, but his legacy will live on in lives of the people he touched.
Dr. Cooper is survived by his wife of 29 years, Laura Cooper; son, David Cooper, Jr.; daughter, Caroline Cooper; brother and sister-in-law, Dr. Charles and Elizabeth Cooper; sister and brotherin-law, Catherine and Billy Dunn; and nieces and nephews, Chandler and Lawson Cooper, Clayton and Cooper Dunn.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his name to Wounded Warrior Project. A Funeral Mass was held on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at 3 o’clock at All Saints Catholic Church, 2443 Mount Vernon Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30338. A reception followed at the home of Sherry & Peter Strott.
