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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County investigators linked an Atlanta man to a fraud report from last January that included allegations he bought a Corvette using another man’s identity. Michael Bernard Simmons, 53, was arrested Dec. 21 and charged with 10 counts of financial identity fraud in connection with the reports. According to deputies, the victim filed a Jan. 22 police report that indicated an unknown suspect purchased a Corvette and had opened or attempted to open several lines of credit using his name as well as his wife’s identity. Detectives identified Simmons as the suspect based on information included on the application to purchase the Corvette, according to the Sheriff’s Office report. Deputies obtained warrants and picked him up from the DeKalb County Detention Center. Simmons remains held on held in the Forsyth County jail on $66,860 bond.
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DUI & Drug arrests Divina Elisha Burrell, born 1984, of Lotheridge Road, Gainesville, was arrested Dec. 14 on Buford Dam Road for possession of amphetamine, possession of methamphetamine and prescription/dangerous drugs not in original container. Lindsey Rackley Foster, born 1983, of Wessington Lane, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 15 on Longmont Drive for DUI and two counts of striking unattended vehicle. Sean Michael Sanders, born 1986, of Gordon Seabolt Road, Dahlonega, was arrested Dec. 15 on West Maple Street for possession of methamphetamine. Mark Daniel Kenski, born 1980, of Elmhurst Lane, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 15 on Friendship Circle for DUI, possession/purchase of any controlled substance in schedule III, possession of open alcohol container, prescription/ dangerous drugs not in original container and failure to maintain lane. Peter Quan Trinh, born 1989, of Lakeland Plaza, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 15 on Doctor Bramlett Road for possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana and possession of drug-related objects. Brandon Michael Chillian, born 1985, of Timber Lake Trail, was arrested Dec. 15 on Merchants Square for public drunkenness. Steven Caleb Gilbert, born 1992, of Harlech Trace, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 16 on McGinnis Ferry Road for DUI, failure to maintain lane and unlawful use of wireless device. Gina Alexandria Lewis, born 1964, of McGill Place NE, Atlanta, was arrested Dec. 17 on Peachtree Parkway for DUI, possession of open alcohol container and failure to obey stop sign. Alexis Lynn Gillis, born 1999, of Arbor Crest Place, Suwanee, was arrested Dec. 18 on Bryant Road for DUI, too fast for conditions, failure to maintain lane and failure to use seatbelts. Michael Keith Sweatt, born 1980, of Columns Drive, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 18 on Ga. 400 for DUI and wrong way on one-way street. Jeremy Michael Matthews, born 1978, of Orlando, Florida, was arrested Dec. 18 on Ga. 400 for DUI, speeding and failure to maintain lane. Jason Richard Englert, born 1979, of Longwood Lane, Alpharetta, was arrested Dec. 18 on Fowler Road for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Michael Wolfram Schmid Jr., born 1981, of Rim Cove Drive, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 18 on Market Place Boulevard for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Brandyn Matthew Clark, born 1995, of Woodside Circle, Alpharetta, was arrested Dec. 18 on Ga. 400 for DUI and speeding. Paige Laird, born 1969, of Chelsey
Lane, Alpharetta, was arrested Dec. 19 on Atlanta Road for DUI and illumination of taillights. Rita Marie Anderson, born 1961, of Cary Circle, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 19 on Ga. 400 for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Mohamed Kaish Momin, born 1983, of Oldbury Place, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 19 on Ga. 400 for DUI and speeding. Brian Austin Watson, born 1982, of Weddington Drive, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 19 on Ga. 400 for DUI, possession of open alcohol container and failure to maintain lane. Dalton Tyler Buchs, born 1995, of Lakeaires Drive, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 19 on Ga. 400 for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Cory Allen Kirkland, born 1969, of Rim Cove Drive, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 19 on Buford Dam Road for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Yevgeny Patrick Eppstein, born 1998, of Georgia Avenue, Statesboro, was arrested Dec. 20 on Peachtree Parkway for DUI, expired or no license plate or decal and failure to maintain lane. Thomas Michael Fox, born 1953, of Bluffton Court, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 21 on Spot Road for DUI and failure to obey traffic control device. Tyler Scott Williams, born 1995, of Blue Ridge Drive, Blue Ridge, was arrested Dec. 21 on Peachtree Parkway for possession of schedule I controlled substance. Ronald James Wood, born 1973, of Cowart Road, Dawsonville, was arrested Dec. 21 on Dahlonega Highway for trafficking in cocaine, illegal drugs, marijuana, or methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, possession of schedule I controlled substance, and possession of drug-related objects. Da Yun Chang, born 1994, of Lake Union Hill Way, Alpharetta, was arrested Dec. 22 on Ga. 400 for DUI and illegal stop/stand/park where prohibited. Dylan Brooks Isinghood, born 1998, of Lloyd Lane, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 22 on Lloyd Lane for DUI, possession of schedule III, IV, V controlled substance, possession of cocaine, possession of drug-related objects and too fast for conditions. Sara Elizabeth Martin, born 1971, of Haley Ridge Court, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 22 on Browns Bridge Road for DUI. Jason Bradley Beard, born 1975, of Settles Bridge Road, Suwanee, was arrested Dec. 22 on Browns Bridge Road for DUI, possession of open alcohol container and failure to maintain lane. Rebeca Aurelia Resendiz, born 1997, of Wallace Tatum Road, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 22 on Market Place See ARRESTS, Page 5
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FBI warns of coronavirus vaccine scams By TIFFANY GRIFFITH newsroom@appenmediagroup.com NORTH ATLANTA METRO, Ga. — While scientific minds have been hard at work on a coronavirus remedy, more nefarious minds have been looking for ways to profit off of it. Now, multiple federal agencies are putting out the warning about vaccine scams. The method of the scam isn’t new – getting contact details off of the internet and enticing victims via emails, social media, and cell phones. However, FBI agents warn, what is new is that bad entities are taking advantage of the national need for the COVID-19 vaccine. Kevin Rowson, Public Affairs specialist for the FBI Atlanta Field Office, said scammers are always on the lookout for the latest world event to take advantage of. “They know people are vulnerable, and in this particular case with the COVID vaccines, they’re going to meet people who want to know when they can get it as soon as possible” Rowson said. “And that’s what they’re trying to take advantage of.” Their tactics are deceiving. In midDecember, federal agents busted two fraudulent websites, using similar names, logos and graphics of actual companies, and attempting to steal per-
sonal information from consumers. “If anybody calls you and offers you testing or offers you to get in line for testing, and they want you to pay money – anybody that calls you about this, just ignore it,” Rowson said. “They can send you emails that look legitimately from one of your bill payees. But, if you talk to whoever you pay bills to, to law enforcement, or your banks, they will never call you or email you for that kind of information.” More cash scams include offers to be placed on a vaccine waiting list, have shipments of the vaccine sold and delivered nationally or internationally, and deals for additional medical testing or procedures with the vaccine. Rowson said the end game is to make money off of your personal information, so be wary. “They’re selling it or using it themselves. There’s a market out there for it,” Rowson said. “There’s a number of things people can do with your personal information, particularly your Social Security number.” Georgia is home to both the scammers and the scammed. In 2019, the Internet Crime Complaint Center reported over 9,000 fraud victims in the Peach State – the 13th highest in the nation. Georgia victims lost close to $80,000,000 in total. In 2019, the complaint center
For accurate information on the coronavirus vaccine, consult your primary care physician and the website for the Georgia Department of Public Health: dph.georgia.gov also counted 3,325 scammers in Georgia – the 8th highest number in the U.S., who took $55,338,192 from consumers. The FBI, the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services have focused on COVID-related crimes since the start of the pandemic. The schemes are based locally, nationally and internationally. In April, federal investigators in Atlanta hit Rong Sun with criminal charges for allegedly selling an unregistered pesticide on eBay. The post claimed it would reduce transmission risk by 90-percent. “The sale of this product not only violates several federal laws; it also gives people a false hope,” Homeland Security
investigators said. “During a global crisis, like we are experiencing now, it is incredibly dangerous and reckless to exploit people’s fear for profit.” The Justice Department has also dealt with a number of coronavirus schemes in Georgia. A statewide task force was formed to combat unemployment insurance benefit fraud. In addition to multiple cases of fake coronavirus remedies, federal agents have investigated sales of counterfeit personal protective equipment. If you believe you’re the victim of a scam, Rowson urges you to contact the FBI via tips.fbi.gov or 1-800-CALL-FBI. You can also reach out to the Department of Health and Human Services – Office of Inspector General at tips.hhs. gov or 1-800-HHS-TIPS. Emails can be sent to Covid19Fraud@dhs.gov. For accurate information on the coronavirus vaccine, consult your primary care physician and the website for the Georgia Department of Public Health: dph.georgia.gov. “Go to your state health department’s website for the latest information about vaccine authorization and how they’re handling it,” Rowson said. “Because each state is handling it on their own. And you only want to get a vaccine through those channels.”
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First in line for COVID-19 vaccine, Amid 2020 hurdles, physicians urge continued vigilance Cumming continues By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com
NORTH METRO ATLANTA, Ga. — While COVID vaccine distribution continues to roll out across the state, healthcare experts are cautioning this is no time to let up. The warning comes as Gov. Brian Kemp outlined the second phase of vaccine rollout to long-term care facilities. Speaking at a press conference Dec. 28 in Gainesville, Kemp said sections of the state continue to see a spike in COVID cases, and he urged all Georgians to remain vigilant. “COVID-19 is still here, and it still presents a threat to the people of our great state,” Kemp said. The state is working to set up temporary facilities at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta to help relieve patient surges at hospitals, he said. Meanwhile, local healthcare workers have been lining up to receive their vaccinations to continue their frontline service. Dr. Lori Randall, a physician with Ravry Medical Group in Sandy Springs, said she received the Moderna vaccine Dec. 29, and she expects to receive the second dose in about four weeks. Randall is part of the Northside Hospital System and was notified through email of her eligibility. The Roswell resident is a general practitioner at Ravry and treats an array of ailments. Right now, she said, the practice is handling clients with COVID or who have exposure to the virus through telemed. The vast majority of all other patients are seen in person,
with staff and visitors donning masks. “I do think the universal masking in healthcare that kicked in maybe a couple of weeks into the pandemic, that definitely helped a ton,” Randall said. “The non-urgent healthcare places that were staying open early on where masking was not universal were having some issues with patients and healthcare workers getting infected, but that has gotten a lot better.” Randall said Ravry has had no issues with patients or staff contracting the virus, although they do offer telemed to patients who want to exercise added caution. Receiving the vaccine has not moved her to let her guard down. She said there are countless reasons to continue safety protocols even after vaccination. While both the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines are effective, 95 percent is not perfect, she said. “If healthcare workers are unmasked, then up to 5 percent of us could end up getting symptomatic COVID infection,” she said. A bigger issue, Randall said, is that there is no data on whether those vaccinated can transmit the virus. Best estimates now are that when 70 percent of the population is vaccinated, the risk of transmission will fall dramatically, she said. Her family will have to wait for their turn. “For now, I have boys that are 3 and 5, I have a husband that works from home…and for us, in terms of getting back to normal, doing the things we
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miss, it’s going to be a while.” Dr. Asma Agad, a certified nurse anesthetist with Emory St. Joseph’s Hospital in Sandy Springs, was part of a team of specialists who prepared the Pfiser vaccine for distribution to healthcare workers. The Alpharetta resident received her vaccine last week. Agad said Emory had set up an efficient system composed of certified professionals for unpacking, preparing and administering the vaccine. The product, which must be kept at or below -76 F, first must be thawed, then diluted before being administered. The whole process, following thawing, can take no more than six hours, Agad said. She estimates Emory Hospital System was performing more than 2,000 vaccinations a day, running from early morning into the evening. “My fear is people are assuming that with the vaccine, you don’t have to wear a mask, you still don’t have to do the precautions,” Agad said. “But the vaccine is only 95 percent effective, and you can still get COVID with the vaccine. I think the public should be educated about that.” By the time the vaccine rolls out for general distribution, she said, she hopes everyone will be on board with continuing the safety protocols. “I’ve had people ask me why do you still wear a mask?” she said. “Well, I’ve only gotten the one dose, and I could still get COVID, and I could still pass it easily to you. I don’t want people to get the vaccine and feel like [they] don’t need to wash hands or wear a mask.”
METRO ATLANTA, Ga. — Residents of senior living facilities are stepping up for the first round of COVID-19 vaccine. The Village Park Senior Living and Corso Atlanta communities were among the first in Georgia to receive the vaccines. More than 95 percent of the residents in Galerie Living communities in Alpharetta, Milton and Peachtree Corners opted to receive the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. Village Park Peachtree Corners was the first, with distribution on Dec. 23. Marketing Director Emily Hamrin said residents felt relieved and hopeful. “I feel so much excitement and a sense
At the outset of 2020, I think we were all very hopeful for not only a joyous and prosperous new year, but also for an entire new decade full of good things for our community, TROY BRUMBALOW country and world. But, of course, the City of Cumming Mayor novel coronavirus had other plans, and we have all been affected in ways none of us could have imagined at this time a year ago. The City of Cumming is no different than any other community. We have directly felt the impacts of COVID-19 and have done our best to juggle all the challenges it has brought. I would like to commend the Cumming City Council, as well as our City of Cumming staff members, for their willingness to be flexible in adjusting to every new hurdle thrown at them this year. I believe they all have handled this most unusual year with deftness and grace, and I have been honored to work with all of them. Despite all the challenges of 2020, the City of Cumming was still able to accomplish much. Throughout the year, work has continued at the site of the Cumming City Center on Hwy. 20 West. City Council selected several contactors to handle the various aspects of site work and construction, and vertical construction began on Dec. 22. Additionally, this summer we rolled out the official logo and a less formal merchandise logo for the Center, as well as the City Center Buy-A-Brick Program. Through this program, individuals, families, businesses, or any other group could purchase personalized, engraved bricks which will be placed around the Plaza and Park fountains, two locations of prominence. We have also worked throughout 2020 to conduct discussions with possible City Center tenants. Some of the businesses that are slated for spaces include a unique miniature golf experience with a restaurant, a brewery, Italian and pizza by the slice restaurants, a classic diner, high-end Mexican restaurant, and artisan ice cream, candy, and coffee shops, as well as various retail stores. Additionally, the Center will provide an outdoor amphitheater, several miles of walking trials, and ample green space and park areas. Work on the City Center will continue in the coming months, and we
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COVID-19 vaccines arrive at local senior facilities By KATIE ANDERSON newsroom@appenmediagroup.com
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Continued from Page 2 Boulevard for two counts of trafficking in cocaine, illegal drugs, marijuana, or methamphetamine, three counts of manufacture/deliver/distribution of a controlled substance, possession of a firearm or knife during commission of a felony and possession of drug-related objects. Christopher Lee Fletcher, born 1985, of Peachtree Park Drive NE, Atlanta, was arrested Dec. 22 on Market Place Boulevard for three counts of manufacture/deliver/ distribution of a controlled substance, two counts of trafficking in cocaine, illegal drugs, marijuana, or methamphetamine, possession of a firearm or knife during commission of a felony and possession of drug-related objects, possession of drug related objects, obstruction of law enforcement officers and possession of a weapon by a convicted felon. Angela Kirby Stone, born 1963, of Settingdown Road, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 22 on Ga. 400 for DUI, driving wrong side of undivided street and failure to maintain lane. Lance Alexander Searcy, born 1982, of Whittier Way, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 23 on Ga. 400 for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Davison Mckinley Frizzell, born 1997, of Brookview Drive, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 23 on Fowler Road for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Crystal Gayle Sisson, born 1980, of Hampton Station Boulevard, Canton, was arrested Dec. 23 on Spot Road Connector for possession of methamphetamine. Krystal Angelica Martin, born 1987, of Hampton Street, Lula, was arrested Dec. 23 on Woodland Hills Drive for possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, possession of drugrelated objects and driving while license suspended or revoked. Wallace Silvester Griffin, born 1983, of Whitmire Road, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 23 on Bethelview Road for possession of methamphetamine and obstruction of law enforcement officers. Steven Todd Puccio, born 1975, of Campground Road, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 23 on McFarland Parkway for DUI, failure to maintain lane and
Ahead: Continued from Page 4 hope to open the facility by late fall of 2021. In addition, we will also be working on an important road project. In November, City Council awarded a bid to Jasper Grading and Pipeline, Inc., for extension of Buford Dam Road from Veterans Memorial Boulevard to Castleberry Road. This project will help to reduce
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failure to obey traffic control device. Bradley Dalton Becker, born 1998, of Holly Forest Drive, Gainesville, was arrested Dec. 24 on Ga. 400 for DUI, possession of marijuana and speeding. Carlos Martin Maggiolo Marciales, born 1970, of Miami Beach, Florida, was arrested Dec. 24 on Mullinax Road for DUI, possession of open alcohol container and failure to maintain lane. Tony Jackson Hinton, born 1997, of Harbins Road, Dacula, was arrested Dec. 24 on McGinnis Ferry Road for DUI, speeding and driving in gore/media/emergency lane. Ashley Nicole Barrett, born 1992, of April Drive, Sugar Hill, was arrested Dec. 24 on Ga. 20 for DUI, speeding and failure to maintain lane. Mark Wayne Mullins Jr., born 1961, of Elmo Road, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 24 on Browns Bridge Road for DUI. Osvaldo Lopez-Rangel, born 1979, of Creekside Way, Roswell, was arrested Dec. 24 on Ga. 400 for DUI, possession of open alcohol container by driver, failure to maintain lane and driving without a valid license. Joshua Brandon McCurley, born 1996, of Federal Lane, Talking Rock, was arrested Dec. 25 on Bethany Bend for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Angela Marie Hunter, born 1971, of Sycamore Lane, Dawsonville, was arrested Dec. 25 on Sycamore Lane for DUI and failure to signal lane change or turn. Ashley Marie Blackwell, born 1997, of Winding Creek Drive, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 25 on Canton Highway for possession of methamphetamine. Mitchell Dakota Pankey, born 1991, of McKeown Road, Villa Rica, was arrested Dec. 25 on Canton Highway for possession of methamphetamine. George Daniel Segrest, born 1973, of Rialto Way, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 26 on Rialto Way for DUI and hit and run. Kyle Alan Manners, born 1986, of Catus Lane, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 26 on Dahlonega Highway for DUI, possession of open alcohol container and failure to maintain lane. Nicholas Alexander Veillon, born 1996, of Wilshire Place, Cumming, was arrested Dec. 26 on Buford Highway for DUI, possession of open alcohol container, improper turn, following too closely and failure to maintain lane. traffic around the downtown area during peak hours and after major events at the Cumming Fairgrounds. Above all in 2021, I hope and pray for a return to some semblance of normalcy. As such, I would like to express my appreciation to all our frontline healthcare workers for all they have done in 2020, and to the lab workers who have helped to develop the COVID-19 vaccine. My prayer for everyone is that 2021 will bring immense hope, healing and joy to our community, nation, and world!
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Coffee shop looks to add location in tough year for small businesses By PHOEBE LIU newsroom@Appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A soft hum of activity from lively music, warm lighting and whirring coffee machines sets the scene. On the wall is a menu that includes items named “GA 400 Blend,” “Snowpocalypse” and “Downtown Connector.” It’s clear you’re in a coffee shop for the community. Although many small businesses have closed or otherwise cut operations in 2020 due to the pandemic, Peach Coffee Roasters, a cafe and roastery in Johns Creek, has continued to engage with residents and organizations through its quality coffee. Peach Coffee Roasters, located at 10875 Jones Bridge Road, is the only Georgia coffee shop to have one of its coffees selected as a finalist for the 2021 Good Food Awards, which takes place later this month. The small business has also continued to partner with organizations — including the Atlanta Humane Society, the Howard School and the Drake House — that share their community-giving mindset. A second location, in Alpharetta’s Henderson Commons Shopping Center, is underway pending rezoning to allow for a drive-through. “We want to meet people where they are,” co-founder David Pittman said. “We invest in the community, and when the pandemic hit, the community invested in us. There’s going to be good times and bad times for all of us. When COVID hit, there was a call to help small businesses, and the community has been nothing short of amazing.” The shop’s Good Food Awards finalist is its Costa Rica Cordillera de Fuego coffee, which it purchases from Costa Rican coffee farmer Luis Eduardo Campos.
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Peach Coffee Roasters is a Johns Creek-based cafe and roastery that opened in 2018. According to Pittman, who previously served in the military and worked for several other Atlanta coffee shops, Peach Coffee Roasters’ goal when choosing and roasting coffee beans is to pick the green, or unroasted, coffee that highlights specific countries or regions. The shop purchases beans from countries including Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica and Ethiopia. “We want to create coffee that we believe represents the origin of where it came from and something that the consumer can resonate with,” Pittman said.
When Peach Coffee Roasters’ team, which includes Pittman, co-founder Landon Bonner and a team of coffeegrading staff, was trying out coffee from Costa Rica, they’d gotten through 30–40 samples when they hit one — Campos’ Costa Rican coffee — that they just knew was a special coffee, Pittman said. Pittman and Bonner are Q Graders, those certified to be able to grade and score coffee through smell and taste. There are only 400 Q Graders in the United States. The Costa Rica Cordillera de Fuego
coffee stood out because it had a fruitiness, silkiness, sweetness and complexity that “creates a sensory experience where everything just came together,” Pittman said. Once the team selects coffee beans, team members develop a complex, formulaic method of roasting the beans based on each coffee’s unique attributes. Pittman said the roasting process, which takes around 10 minutes, is analogous in some ways to caramelizing sugar. Although several coffees created by Peach Coffee Roasters have won local and national awards, Pittman said the business “doesn’t get their validation from the coffee” but from “how we treat people and how we treat customers.” Peach Coffee Roasters hires and serves on seven core values that spell out the acronym “PEACHES.” In addition to goals around environmental and social responsibility, one of the business’ key values is community involvement. Even as the pandemic has isolated most, Peach Coffee Roasters has continued to partner with community organizations. Each month, the coffee shop donates to a local cause. For December, 3 percent of sales went to the Atlanta Humane Society. And 1 percent of the shop’s 2020 proceeds will go to the conservation group Chattahoochee Riverkeeper. Pittman said Peach Coffee Roasters does what it can to help the community, and the community has helped them get through the pandemic. This month, the Alpharetta Planning Commission will consider the Peach Coffee Roasters drive-through proposal in that city. Those interested in learning more or ordering the shop’s coffee can visit peachcoffeeroasters.com.
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ATLANTA — West Forsyth has its first football state championship, and this one is for the girls. West’s flag football team made history Dec. 28, winning the first state championship for the sport in the highest classification by downing Hillgrove 26-25 in double overtime for the 6A-7A title at Center Parc Stadium in Atlanta. The Wolverines jumped out to a 13-0 lead in the first half behind two touchdown passes from quarterback Haylee Dornan to Caroline Coggin of 38- and 29-yards. West’s passing attack powered their two-score lead, but two Hillgrove interceptions in the second half allowed the Hawks to tie the game. Hillgrove scored on a 29-yard pass and tied the game with another touchdown throw with just over three minutes remaining in the game. The Hawks failed to convert a PAT, keeping the score tied at 13-13. West went on offense first in the initial overtime period and reclaimed the lead with Coggin’s third touchdown of the game. Facing fourth-and-19, Coggin lined up at quarterback, rolled out to her right, reversed and threw to Sara Lemley, who made a one-handed grab at the goal-line for the go-ahead score. West’s PAT try was no good, keeping the score at 19-13. Hillgrove scored on a 15-yard touchdown pass on its first overtime possession, but Dornan came down with an interception on the PAT play to force a second extra period of play. The Hawks again scored on a passing play in the second overtime, but Katelyn Dornan forced a sack on the ensuing PAT play, keeping Hillgrove’s first lead of the game to 25-19. Haylee Dornan rushed 11-yards on
West’s opening play of the second overtime and tied the game with a 4-yard touchdown run two plays later. On the championship-clinching PAT, Dornan rushed the ball to her right and extended the ball over the goal line to break the plane as her flag was pulled off, setting off a Wolverines dogpile in celebration of the state title. West’s championship caps a successful start to flag football for Forsyth County, which is leading the movement of the sport along with nearby districts including Cherokee, Gwinnett, Cobb and DeKalb. West, Forsyth Central, South Forsyth and Lambert high schools earned berths in the tournament and all advanced to the quarterfinals. Forsyth Central compiled an undefeated, 10-0-1 regular season to take the championship in Area 5-Division 2, which includes all of Forsyth County’s public high schools. The Bulldogs advanced to the second round of the playoffs by a COVID-19 forfeit and a 12-0 win over Cherokee to advance to the quarterfinals. Central dropped their matchup, 6-0, with eventual state runner-up Hillgrove in the third round. Following a 3-5 regular season, South reached the semifinals of the state playoffs. The War Eagles downed Mountain View, Sequoyah and Marietta before falling to West, 13-7, in the semifinals Dec. 13. Lambert went 3-3 in the regular season and advanced to the quarterfinals of the playoffs with a 7-0 win over Mill Creek and a COVID-19 forfeit win over Woodstock. North Forsyth and Denmark also competed in the first year of flag football being recognized as a state championship sport. North went 1-5 overall with Denmark compiling a 3-6 record.
of hope,” Hamrin said. “Even though they’re still going to be cautious, it gives them a sense of peace just that they have some sort of protection.” Approximately 37 percent of Georgia’s 9,800 COVID-related deaths came at nursing homes. As the first wave of vaccines arrive, case rates have shot above the previous tramission peak in July with now around 5,000 new cases daily. So far, the state has spent $78 million in coronavirus relief funds to support COVID-19 testing in nursing homes throughout Georgia. Just last week, Gov. Brian Kemp announced rollout of a new program for long-term care facilities to partner directly with CVS and Walgreens for vaccine delivery. Already 95 percent of the state’s long-term facilities have enrolled in the program. Since the statewide shutdown in March, Galerie Living senior communities have adapted visitor protocols for the safety of residents. The company currently allows visits with residents outdoors. If conditions are too cold, the facilities have indoor areas that allow for ample spacing. Kari Samuelson, chief operating officer, said they are hopeful that after the second vaccination is administered, 21 to 28 days after the first dose, they will be able to change some of the policies for vaccinated residents. “We do anticipate that it will provide more freedom for residents that have had the vaccine,” Samuelson said. “In general, our hope is to turn to the most normal sense that we can, and we’re just waiting for the CDC and Department of Health to tell us the best and the most safe way to do that.” Staff at Galerie Living communities
have the option to receive the vaccine but are not required to. Samuelson said that as time goes on, they will determine when they will require staff to be vaccinated. Charles Platz, president of Managed Health Solutions pharmacy services, said they were pleased to be able to administer the vaccine to the senior communities and are already planning to vaccinate other local retirement homes. Platz said the major difference between the two vaccines is the storage. The Pfizer vaccine requires ultra-cold storage, while Moderna’s serum does not. They plan to administer both vaccines as there is no notable difference in success, both around 95 percent effective. Samuelson and Platz reported that there have been no extreme reactions to the vaccine in the communities. To avoid reactions, recipients are screened five minutes prior to vaccination for a fever or symptoms and are monitored 15 minutes after the injection for any reactions. Platz said the only reactions he had witnessed was a fever among some of his staff who had already been exposed to the virus. Platz said he could feel the excitement and eagerness among the community for some glimpse at the light at the end of the tunnel. “I think they realize that vaccines
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