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Forsyth to begin mass COVID-19 vaccination events

Forsyth County Emergency Management Director Chris Grimes gives the Board of Commissioners an update Jan. 12 on the local COVID-19 vaccine rollout.

The county will begin hosting mass vaccination events this week, but appointments were quickly snatched up just after they were made available. Read more, Page 3

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Cumming man faces charge of cashing phony checks FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A Cumming man deposited two fraudulent checks into his bank account and was arrested, according to Forsyth County sheriff’s deputies.

William Sumrell, 34, was charged with theft by taking in connection with the incident, which occurred in June.

Sumrell deposited the checks, which totaled $4,800, then withdrew the balance from his account. After the checks

DUI & Drug arrests Dewayne Hamilton Keith, born 1981, of Cleveland, Tennessee, was arrested Jan. 2 on Browns Bridge Road for two counts of possession of methamphetamine, two counts of theft by receiving stolen property, two counts of possession of marijuana, four counts of possession of firearm or knife during commission of a felony, six counts of possession of dru- related objects, four counts of weapon receipt/possession or transfer by convicted felon, driving while license suspended or revoked and two counts of failure to maintain lane.

William Morrow Edminston, born 1960, of Bluestone Drive, Cumming, was arrested Jan. 2 on Veterans Memorial Boulevard for DUI and driving wrong side of undivided street.

Leslie Hunt Laschinger, born 1974, of Big Bend Trail, Sugar Hill, was arrested Jan. 2 on Peachtree Parkway for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

Daniel Mejia, born 1996, of Cedar Hollow Drive, Talmo, was arrested Jan. 3 on Windy Oaks Drive for DUI and hit and run/driver to stop or return to scene.

PUBLIC SAFETY were discovered as fake, investigators obtained warrants for Sumrell’s arrest.

He was taken into custody Jan. 4.

Forsyth man accused of trespassing naked FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A Cumming man was arrested Jan. 6 amid reports he walked through a neighbor’s backyard nude.

Joel Tolliver, 51, was charged with two counts apiece of public indecency and criminal trespass after turning himself in to authorities at the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office.

According to reports, a resident in the 4900 block of Cheltenham Place on Jan. 1 reported that they noticed a naked man on their security camera. The man committed a lewd act on their front porch, then left. The complainant also

Kristiona Danielle Lett, born 1996, of Parklake Drive NE, Atlanta, was arrested Jan. 4 on Bunting Run for DUI and possession of marijuana.

Andy Joe Lashure, born 1963, of Bellmonte Drive, Cumming, was arrested Jan. 4 on Wellington Place for DUI, failure to maintain and failure to report striking fixed object.

William Henry Blain, born 1997, of Northwoods Lake Court, Duluth, was arrested Jan. 4 on McFarland Parkway for possession of schedule I controlled substance, possession of drug-related objects and failure to maintain lane.

Barbie Lynn Satterfield, born 1976, of Pony Lake Lane, Dahlonega, was arrested Jan. 4 on Burruss Road for possession of schedule II controlled substance and possession of marijuana.

Cahya Samantha Hutchinson, born 1998, of Sourwood Drive, Gainesville, was arrested Jan. 5 on Ga. 400 for DUI, speeding and failure to maintain lane.

Muhammed Dumbuya, born 1983, of Camp Creek Parkway, Atlanta, was arrested Jan. 6 on Peachtree Parkway for DUI, possession of marijuana,

said they had a separate video from April showing a nude man walking through their backyard.

Forsyth County sheriff’s deputies confirmed Toliver’s arrest was in connection with the two incidents.

Pennant Lane resident finds threatening letter FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Deputies responded to a threat reported Jan. 6 at a Pennant Lane residence.

According to the Sheriff’s Office, the victim received a threatening message in his mailbox. There was no return address on the letter and no surveillance cameras in the area of the mailbox.

The victim told deputies he had no issues with neighbors who may have sent the letter.

possession of open alcohol container, failure to maintain lane, speeding and driving while license suspended or revoked.

Benjamin Enrique Limas, born 1992, of Mill Creek Place, Roswell, was arrested Jan. 6 on McFarland Parkway for public drunkenness and criminal trespass.

Stephen Arthur Job, born 1980, of Flowers Drive, Cumming, was arrested Jan. 6 on Buford Dam Road for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

Justin O’Neal Collins, born 1992, of Tara Drive, Oakwood, was arrested Jan. 6 on Buford Highway for possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug-related objects.

Noemi Navarro, born 1995, of Buford Highway, Norcross, was arrested Jan. 7 on Atlanta Highway for DUI, obstruction of law enforcement officers and failure to obey traffic control device.

Timothy Lee Ham, born 1980, of Retreat Point Parkway, Hoschton, was arrested Jan. 7 on Buford Highway for DUI, possession of open alcohol container and failure to maintain lane.

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Forsyth County to begin mass COVID-19 vaccination events Officials urge residents to exercise patience during rollout process

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County is set to begin mass vaccination events for certain residents beginning the week of Jan. 18.

Emergency Management Director Chris Grimes is urging patience as the county and its public health district attempts to accommodate thousands of vaccine requests.

“Please be patient,” Grimes said at the Board of Commissioner’s Jan. 12 work session. “We are going to work our best, the county is going to get behind this.

But the best thing we can do is tell people to continue to be patient. We know a lot of people want the vaccine, and we want to get it out there, but patience is key.”

More residents became eligible to receive the first dose of vaccinations on Jan. 11, including seniors, additional healthcare workers, long-term care facility staff and residents and law enforcement personnel.

Almost immediately, however, District 2 of the state Health Department, which includes Forsyth County, was inundated and overwhelmed with vaccine requests.

The state is coordinating the vaccine rollout, with Forsyth’s efforts “intended to supplement that of Public Health.”

“We know (District 2) is struggling, we know they have a lot of challenges to try and get this vaccine out as quick as possible,” Grimes said.

For its part, the county will begin mass vaccination events at two locations in Forsyth this week, but those not already registered will have to continue to wait. Soon after a sign-up link was put online, the first two weeks of appointment were filled.

More appointments will be made available, but Grimes said the county will not move forward with scheduling more events until the vaccines have been secured. Grimes said he expects the county to administer the Moderna vaccine, but that is subject to change depending on availability.

Doses will be distributed to those eligible at two locations. On Tuesday, Jan. 19 and 26, vaccinations will be administered at First Redeemer Church at 2100 Peachtree Parkway. On Wednesday, Jan. 20 and 27, Browns Bridge Church at 3860 Browns Bridge Road will host a vaccination event. Doses will be admin-

... the best thing we can do is tell people to continue to be patient. We know a lot of people want the vaccine, and we want to get it out there, but patience is key.”

CHRIS GRIMES Emergency Management director istered from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at both locations. Each location is expected to distribute 600 vaccines per day available by appointment only.

The county expects to hold additional events at the two locations. Those who received their first dose on Jan. 19 will return after four weeks for their second dose, Grimes said.

When more appointments are available, residents can register on the county’s website, forsythco.com, or through District 2 Public Health call center. Grimes said more appointments will only be available when the county has secured additional vaccines. If the county’s allocation of doses increases, Grimes said the dates and/or locations for mass vaccination events may expand.

Those receiving vaccinations will need to bring a photo ID, a copy of their health insurance form (though one is not required to receive the vaccine) and complete a Department of Public Health form.

To distribute doses, the county will employ members of Forsyth County Fire, nurses and a pharmacist from Northside Forsyth, and members of Public Health.

Sheriff’s Office volunteers will also be present for security and to direct traffic, enter data and assist with other tasks.

Nurses and licensed practical nurses can volunteer for the events by searching “Forsyth County responders” at servga.gov.

Those unable to register for the county’s distribution dates can still secure a vaccine through an appointment with Public Health, through a doctor’s office or at pharmacies if doses are available, Grimes said. The county is also in talks with the Chamber of Commerce, and Grimes said businesses in the county with private health clinics will be able to sign up to dispense vaccines to their employees.

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Health agencies scramble to administer COVID vaccine Georgia lags country in administering shots

Georgia is in phase 1A+ of four phases of vaccine rollout.

By PHOEBE LIU newsroom@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Appointments filled up fast when Fulton County residents 65 and older became eligible to sign up for COVID-19 vaccinations Jan. 11. The senior group represents the first members of the general public targeted to receive the vaccinations. Healthcare workers were the first up for vaccinations in mid-December.

Georgia is in phase 1A+ of four phases of vaccine rollout. In phase 1A+, staff in clinical settings, residents and staff of long-term care facilities, first responders and adults 65 and older can receive a COVID vaccine. Those who have already contracted COVID-19 are still eligible but are encouraged to delay vaccination because they already have a level of immunity from the virus, healthcare officials say.

Rollout of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines in North Fulton County is taking place at various locations, but the vaccines are distributed centrally through the Georgia Department of Public Health.

Residents can sign up for vaccinations through the Fulton County Board of Health on the county website, fultoncountyga.gov.

All appointments for the week of Jan. 11 were filled the first day.

The county has several other enrolled COVID-19 vaccine providers with different registration systems, from local hospitals

and health clinics to Publix and Kroger.

And some private healthcare providers, including Wellstar North Fulton, Northside Hospital and Emory Johns Creek Hospital, also have vaccine doses but are still in the process of vaccinating staff and patients. All locations providing vaccines are taking signups per the Georgia Department of Public Health’s phasing plan.

The backlog is partially because people cannot be vaccinated for COVID-19 at the same rate as other common vaccines. Administering COVID-19 vaccines is more complex, partly because providers must monitor individuals for 15 minutes after they receive the shot.

The Georgia Department of Public Health has a COVID-19 vaccine locator on its website, dph.georgia.gov.

Based on information from the

website, here is a list of public locations where North Fulton County residents can sign up for vaccinations: • Fulton County Board of Health COVID Vaccine Site 1: Aviation Cultural Center, 3900 Aviation Circle NW, Atlanta, 30336 • Fulton County Board of Health COVID Vaccine Site 2: Mercedes Benz Stadium, 1 AMB Dr. NW, Atlanta, 30313 • Fulton County Board of Health COVID Vaccine Site 3, 4700 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005 • Clínica Unión Roswell, 861 Holcomb Bridge Road. Ste. 200, Roswell, 30076 • Gwinnett Clinic Lawrenceville, 10600 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek, 30097 • Main Street Pediatrics Alpharetta, 401 South Main Street Suite C5, Alpharetta, 30009 • North Atlanta Primary Care Alpharetta,

3400 C Old Milton Parkway Suite 270, Alpharetta, 30005 • Sandy Springs Family Medicine and Urgent Care, 8640 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs, 30350 Most of these providers have vaccination information on their website and a phone hotline. The vaccines are federally funded and provided to patients at no charge, aside from an administration fee for some patients.

A number of Kroger and Publix pharmacy locations have placed orders for the vaccine. At least 100 doses of the Moderna vaccine have been allocated to almost 50 Kroger and Publix locations in Fulton County. Last Thursday, Publix opened appointment applications at stores in 32 counties, including Fulton, Forsyth and Gwinnett. All slots were full by Friday.

Other healthcare providers have not opened vaccinations to the public but have administered thousands of vaccination doses to staff and patients.

Wellstar North Fulton is one of the providers, and Wellstar Primary Care patients are eligible to make appointments for vaccinations. The Wellstar Healthcare System, which includes 11 hospitals across Georgia, has already scheduled the first 10,000 COVID vaccination appointments for patients age 65 and older, according to Jon-Paul Croom, president of Wellstar North Fulton Hospital. With early appointments already filled, Wellstar is providing 2,000 vaccinations per day, including first and second doses for staff members. Wellstar patients should visit the Wellstar

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Commissioners begin talks on county’s upward growth

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Officials in Forsyth County turned their gaze upward Jan. 12, considering new limits on building heights.

At the Board of Commissioners’ bimonthly work session, Commissioner Todd Levent shared introduced the idea as a means of attracting more office growth in the county. He said many firms are looking outside of Atlanta for office space, specifically Class A, high-quality buildings, but the county’s height restrictions deter many from considering the area.

Currently, Forsyth County limits building heights in select areas to about 70 or 80 feet, about five or six stories. In other areas, maximum height is much lower.

“We have plenty of areas that are

capped at 30, 40, 50 or 60 feet, so there’s range,” Planning and Community Development Director Tom Brown said.

While developers can request a variance to height limits, Levent said codifying an increase in allowed limits would be “one less hurdle” builders would have to cross in developing new office spaces.

Levent advocated for the county finding a balance between “a height that still makes us comfortable” that is also attractive to firms looking to relocate or open in the Forsyth, throwing out figures of possibly allowing for eight-, nine- or 10-story buildings.

“If you look at Alpharetta, they absolutely have those heights,” Levent said.

“I believe they are eight, nine, possibly 10 (stories) even in their hotels, like the Marriot, and you look at Avalon. So, if we were going to try and compete with that, we need to be able to compete with that.”

None on the commission opposed exploring the idea, but some said they needed a better idea of what other moves the county would need to make in raising height restrictions.

For starters, more fire personnel and additional equipment.

Fire Chief Barry Head said his department’s ladder trucks can go up to 170-feet, but with curb setbacks and the angle of the ladder, that height is maxed out at six stories. The county would need to invest in additional equipment for the department, but Head was more concerned with the men and women battling a potential blaze.

“It takes a lot more bodies to deal with fires in high-rise buildings,” Head said.

The fire chief said his biggest concern would be the burden on firefighters to address fires on taller buildings, and he said the depart-

ment would certainly have to “beefup” its staffing.

Commissioner Laura Semanson said there are other things to consider, such as “sense of scale.” Semason said she would be more amenable to taller structures in the county in a mixed-use area, where surrounding buildings add scale, versus tall, stand-alone buildings.

“I certainly think in the right place they can certainly work, but we do have to understand all of the other things [allowing for taller buildings] sets into motion,” Semanson said.

Commissioner Molly Cooper agreed, stating she would like the county to attract high-quality commercial developments, but she wants more information on what that might entail down the road. She added she is “not saying no by any means,” but does not want negative fallout from something the board had not foreseen.

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Students from Forsyth County Schools advancing to the state spelling bee on Feb. 27 are, from left, Sarah Hackett from Little Mill Middle, Tanish Jampala from Lakeside Middle, Isitha Thanthiriwatte from Riverwatch Middle, Cindy Zhou from Haw Creek Elementary and Nimal Murugan from South Forsyth Middle.

Forsyth students advance to regional spelling bee Four students from Forsyth County Schools will compete in the Georgia Association of Educators’ Region 2 Spelling Bee next month after placing among the top four contestants in the countywide competition held Jan. 9.

After 12 rounds of competition Nimal Murugan from South Forsyth Middle School was named the 2021 Forsyth County Schools Spelling Bee champion after correctly spelling the word “vicenary.”

First runner up was Sarah Hackett from Little Mill Middle School; second

School winners Here is a list of school winners who competed in the Forsyth County Spelling Bee. ELEMENTARY Big Creek - Mihir Malladi Brandywine - Saivenkat Chandrapati Brookwood - Anay Shah Chattahoochee - Natalie Gallant Chestatee - Lylah Rice Coal Mountain - Sharanya Vats Cumming - Chrysvel Naces Daves Creek - Rishab Tvarlapati Haw Creek - Cindy Zhou Johns Creek - Aneesh Gosangari Kelly Mill - Aarna Addicam Mashburn - Alyssa Grovijohn Matt - Katherine Otwell

runner up was Cindy Zhou from Haw Creek Elementary School; and the third runner up was Tanish Jampala from Lakeside Middle School.

In all, 31 students from Forsyth County elementary and middle schools participated in the event. The students were the winners of their individual school spelling bee held earlier in the school year. The Region 2 spelling bee will be held Feb. 27.

The Georgia State Spelling Bee will be held March 19 at Georgia State University. The winner will go on to compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee in June.

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Kemp’s annual address praises education effort

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com ATLANTA — Nearly 10 months to the day Gov. Brian Kemp urged all schools to close because of COVID-19 fears, he used his annual state address to praise educators and others who remain committed to students in the midst of a persistent pandemic.

“In a day and age where so much is thrown at [school staff] on the front lines…the burdens of remote learning, social distancing, wearing a mask, [and] adapting to the new normal,” Kemp said, “the great men and women running Georgia’s schools didn’t miss a beat.”

During the Jan. 14 State of the State address before the Georgia Legislature, Kemp stuck to his promise of no furloughs, layoffs or budget cuts to education in fiscal year 2022. He also renewed his pledge to help schools re-open and remain open safely.

Kemp noted the state has already spent $30 million on student technology upgrades, $19 million to support childcare for working parents, and provided 8.3 million units of personal protective equipment to school systems during the pandemic.

Along with State School Superintendent Richard Woods, Kemp promised a one-time, $1,000 bonus payment to every K-12 public school teacher and staff member in the state at a total cost of nearly $240 million.

Kemp’s proposed budget did not include providing the remaining $2,000 of a promised $5,000 raise which he advocated for during his campaign in 2018.

The $1,000 bonus payments will be provided through two sources — approximately $60 million from the Governor’s Office and approximately $180 million

from the CARES 2 (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) federal stimulus passed by Congress in December.

Last May, the Georgia Department of Education received $411 million for public schools in the first round of CARES Act funding. Georgia is expected to receive nearly $1.9 billion for K-12 education through the second stimulus bill. The second round will be allocated this spring, with a portion set aside for the bonus payments.

A spokesperson for the state education department said bonus payments are not required or specifically covered under the CARES 2 funds, but were confirmed to be an allowable expenditure under federal rules.

“Our teachers and school staff have done extraordinary work in the last 10 months,” Woods said. «At the onset of the pandemic, they essentially reinvented the educational delivery system in the space of a weekend, and since then have continued to show up for their students, whether virtually or in-person.

In addition to teachers and paraprofessionals, nearly all school-based staff across the state’s 181 public school systems are eligible for the bonus, including school counselors, psychologists, therapists, school nurses, custodians, bus drivers, nutrition staff, media specialists, clerical staff and administrative assistants, principals and assistant principals.

Woods said the funds will be allocated to school districts and must be spent on the bonus payments.

“This is about restoring hope for our educational workforce during these unprecedented times,” Woods said. “And we must continue to invest in the people who directly serve students and make our education system run.”

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Croom said local public health departments received vaccine allotments for the general population, including doses for medical providers not affiliated with a healthcare system.

The Georgia Department of Public Health website states that depending on vaccine supply allocations from the federal government, “it may be weeks before additional providers will have vaccines available for quicker and more widespread distribution.”

Emory Johns Creek Hospital is at a similar stage in the rollout, following CDC and Georgia Department of Public Health guidelines for distribution. The hospital is distributing vaccines within its healthcare workforce and long-term care residents and staff.

Emory Johns Creek spokeswoman Alysia Satchel said the hospital expanded its vaccination distribution Jan. 11 to Emory Healthcare patients aged 65 and older by appointment only.

Statewide, vaccinations have been lagging since rollout began in midDecember. CDC data place Georgia second to last in the percentage of

its population receiving shots, at 1.9 percent. As of Jan. 11, the Georgia Department of Health has distributed 1,003,975 doses and administered 198,756, around 20 percent.

Phase 1b, the next phase for vaccine distribution, will include critical frontline workers, such as education faculty and staff, court employees, grocery workers, healthcare distribution employees and others. Those in the general population ages 40 to 63 are eligible for vaccines in Phase 2. And all Georgia residents will be eligible for vaccines in Phase 4 — including children, once the vaccine is approved for pediatric use.

Vaccine providers depend on state guidelines to proceed in the phasing plan for vaccination rollout. Vaccines for the general public will not be available until late spring or summer at the earliest, according to the Fulton County Board of Health website.

Croom and Satchel stressed that vaccination is a big step toward ending the pandemic, but that everyone — including those who have been vaccinated — should continue to follow COVID-19 prevention measures: wearing a mask, practicing social distancing and washing hands frequently.

For more information about COVID-19 vaccine distribution and appointments, the Georgia COVID-19 vaccine hotline is (888) 357-0169, and the Fulton County Board of Health hotline is (404) 613-8150.

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By TIFFANY GRIFFITH newsroom@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell’s dining district is a gift to those who know about it and a hidden treasure for those who’ve yet to discover it.

The varieties of cuisine and atmosphere are a choose-your-own-adventure for foodies of all experience levels and tastes. Whether you’re craving the Cuban cuisine at Lazaro’s, or in the mood for a classic, hearty steak at Uncle Jack’s on Canton Street, prepare to be captivated.

Chefs bring out their best for Roswell Restaurant Week, which began Jan. 11 and runs through Feb. 11. The annual event is hosted by Roswell Inc to boost sales during the sluggish winter months.

But as the economic crisis continues, the culinary showcase has been expanded from one week to four. And it just might be a lifeline.

Andy Williams, executive director for Visit Roswell, the city’s marketing organization, said the pandemic and recession were a rotten combination for Roswell’s more than 200 independently owned restaurants.

“Almost immediately you saw the restaurant sector having to lay off employees, downsize and totally shift business models to figure out how to adapt,” Williams said.

A small number of restaurants closed for good, but some business is picking up again. Williams credits the proactive approach by restaurant owners, Visit Roswell and Roswell Inc — turning the focus from nationwide appeal to generating more local interest.

Williams is also grateful to residents for seeing the need.

“I think that’s why we didn’t lose a lot of restaurants,” Williams said. “Because the community really stepped up and supported the restaurants.”

Because of the hard times, restaurant participation for Roswell Restaurant Weeks is down from the usual 70 restaurants to 37. Williams is not discouraged and said Visit Roswell has made it easier to participate by waiving the entry fee and handling the marketing.

The restaurants have also stepped up to provide warm, spacious and sanitized dining rooms. Williams said the goal is to increase consumer confidence and bring more hungry people to Roswell.

“We want to expose visitors who haven’t been to Roswell to our culinary scene. Because we do think it’s a gem,” Williams said.

In the Sweet Apple Village shopping mall, you’ll find local favorite Peach & the Porkchop, which serves the best of Northern cuisine and Southern home cooking.

“We have been blessed with a tremendous following and a lot of repeat business,” said Chef Chuck Staley. “People have been coming in here for six years since we opened. When people come back, that’s the ultimate compliment.”

For Roswell Restaurant Weeks, Staley and his team are serving up a choice of Blackened Chicken in Alfredo sauce or Chicken Schnitzel that’s so good it will leave you in stunned silence.

Not only has Staley maintained the quality of his food, but he has also maintained staffing levels, one of the few restaurants to do so as sales declined.

“I’ve kept my entire staff. I’ve paid them this entire time,” Staley said. “They’ve been very loyal to me. I’ve been blessed.”

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Chef Marc Wegman oversees the plating of Flash Fried Louisiana Alligator Bites at Adele's. The restaurant is one of dozens participating in the expanded Roswell Restaurant Weeks.

But while business went down, costs went up.

“The ground beef we use went from $4 a pound to close to $8,” Staley said. “It’s been a challenge, just to get the costs with the masks and have the restaurant sanitized once a week, which is expensive. But you have to do what you have to do.”

Staley describes Roswell as a booming restaurant and bar scene, with a lot of great chefs who all looked out for each other during the past year.

“It’s a small-knit group. If you needed anything you could reach out to them,” Staley said.

Chef Marc Wegman agrees, calling the comradery amazing among Roswell’s dining community.

“There was a fire at one of the catering companies and we all pulled together,” Wegman said. “We’re all basically friends on the whole block.”

Wegman runs the kitchen at Adele’s

on Canton, a restaurant with New Orleans flare and Cajun influenced food. The only thing routine about Adele’s is a welcome at the door. After that, prepare your tastebuds for an experience as unpredictable as a night in the French Quarter.

Adele’s menu for Roswell Restaurant Weeks includes Flash Fried Louisiana Alligator Bites, Seafood Gumbo, Po’ Boys, Adele’s Award-Winning Beignets, and House Made Bread Pudding.

Wegman recalls business coming to a screeching halt last March as the pandemic emerged.

“People reacted like it was a science fiction movie,” Wegman said. “They asked, ‘Is this really, really happening?’”

Adele’s on Canton has been in business for 10 years. To keep afloat, Wegman said immediate action was necessary.

Dining room seating was trimmed, disinfectants were brought in, and new ways of serving food became the new normal. The effort paid off. Business picked up so much Adele’s had to install a second phone line for to-go orders.

“Our loyal customers tried to come in and help us more. The tips were bigger, and a video was made to promote us,” Wegman said. “It’s tear-jerking to even talk about it.”

But for Wegman, the big question is how will this new normal for restaurants fit into society? He expects no substantial change until the third or fourth quarter of 2021. Until then, chefs and owners like Wegman continue to express their gratitude for customers.

“Keep enjoying life,” Wegman said.

“Order with us when you can. Mix it up to help all of the restaurants. We’re all small businesses in Roswell. Give back to the community.”

More on Roswell Restaurant Weeks is at roswellrw.com.

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Rosemary Lea Underwood, born 1977, of Avalon Boulevard, Alpharetta, was arrested Jan. 8 on Ronald Reagan Boulevard for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

James Juarez, born 1980, of Anderson Lake Road, Dawsonville, was arrested Jan. 8 on Gecko Court for DUI, possession of open alcohol container, driving without a valid license and failure to maintain lane.

Robert Allen Miller, born 1976, of Subury Place, Cumming, was arrested Jan. 9 on Ga. 400 for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

Shakeem Rashad Mcilwain, born 1994, of Llangollen Way, Cumming, was arrested Jan. 9 on Mary Alice Park Road for DUI, speeding, failure to maintain insurance, failure to maintain lane and failure to yield right of way to emergency vehicles.

Edgar Omar Sanchez-Portillo, born 1982, of Rock Springs Road, Grayson, was arrested Jan. 9 on Buford Highway for DUI, possession of cocaine and operating vehicle without lights required by law.

Garrett Lamar Fuller, born 1986, of Sweetwater Road, Lawrenceville, was arrested Jan. 9 on Ga. 400 for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

Victoria Ann Wheeler, born 1997, of North Church Lane, Atlanta, was arrested Jan. 9 on Ga. 400 for DUI, failure to maintain lane and speeding.

Anthony Macrae Martin, born 1963, of Bettis Tribble Gap Road, Cumming, was arrested Jan. 9 on Ga. 400 for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

Tina Louise Palmer, born 1980, of Bethel Road, Gainesville, was arrested Jan. 9 on Bethel Road for DUI. Mark Augustus Kydd, born 1992, of Norwalk, Connecticut, was arrested Jan. 10 on Browns Bridge Road for possession of schedule IV controlled substance and possession of marijuana.

Alexander Thomas Salyers, born 1992, of Willow Trail Parkway, Norcross, was arrested Jan. 10 on Browns Bridge Road for possession of schedule IV controlled substance, improper left turn and hit and run driver/driver to stop or return to scene.

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Lambert sophomore wins American Legion speech contest CUMMING, Ga. — Cumming Post 307 American Legion has named Vinayak Menon the winner of the annual Constitutional Oratory Contest. The contest was held Jan. 11 at Ingram Funeral Home Chapel.

Vinayak, a sophomore at Lambert High School, earned a $300 award plus the opportunity to compete at the next level of competition within the American Legion.

Each contestant delivered a prepared oration as well as an oration on a randomly assigned constitutional topic.

Vinayak impressed the judges with a speech titled “United States Constitution: The Compass to a More Perfect Union.”

Jason Greninger, a senior at Covenant Christian Academy, won the runner-up prize of $200.

Toastmasters of Forsyth County provided three judges along with two judges from Cumming Post 307.

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For more information about the program, please visit legion.org/oratorical. Local contact is Cumming Post 307 Committee Chairperson, Solutiongapost307oratory@gmail.com.

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Donald W. Boyd, Jr., passed away January 8, 2021. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home.

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Gary Brothers, 88, of Alpharetta, passed away January 9, 2021.

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Norma Garner, 92, of Johns Creek, passed away January 7, 2021.

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Allon Griffin, 69, of Roswell, passed away January 7, 2021.

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Rudy Bynum Griffin, 70, of Cumming, passed away January 11, 2021.

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Phillip Jones, 88, of Johns Creek, passed away January 9, 2021.

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Milam, 83, of Roswell, passed away January 6, 2021.

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William Shu, 81, of Alpharetta, passed away January 12, 2021.

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Renee De Valenzuela, 83, of Roswell, passed away January 12, 2021.

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