Forsyth Herald – January 24, 2019

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Forsyth County Government/Special

Forsyth welcomes new Fire Chief Barry Head Forsyth County Manager Eric Johnson, right, swears in new Fire Chief Barry Head at a ceremony Jan. 17 in Cumming.

Head has been serving as interim fire chief since the retirement of Chief Danny Bowman in October. Read more, Page 4.

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Customer spends hours stealing wine from store FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — An unidentified man made off with more than $4,000 worth of wine from the Kroger on Bethelview Road on Jan. 10.

Video surveillance shows the man going in and out of the Kroger stealing bottles of wine and a steak.

The video shows the man selecting several bottles of wine from the cooler, then moving to another aisle where he concealed the spirits in his jacket. He left the store and came back inside multiple times.

The bottles of wine are equipped with sensors to sound an alarm, but store officials said no alarm was triggered.

The store placed a value on the stolen items at about $4,100.

Man wanders to day care after drinks at restaurant FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A 40-yearold Cumming man was arrested Jan. 13 after he wandered from a bar to a day care where he collapsed.

Authorities say the man had been drinking at Castleberry Ale House off Bethelview Road, then left without paying his tab. He then wandered to a day care facility next door and knocked on the door. While he waited for a response, deputies say the man fell and cut his head.

Maple Street. The car turned right onto Atlanta Road before he was stopped.

The deputy determined the driver was impaired, and he was arrested for DUI. At the Forsyth County Jail, the man blew results of 0.121 and 0.112.

The restaurant manager said he wanted to press charges because the man did not pay for his tab.

The man refused to give deputies any identification and he could not provide a reason for being at the day care.

He was arrested for theft by taking and public drunkenness.

Car burglarized in lot at Lambert High School FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A car was burglarized Jan. 13 while parked in the Lambert High School parking lot.

The owner said he left his car at 2:30 p.m. to play soccer with a group of friends.

When he returned at 4 p.m., he found the front passenger window broken. His wallet that he had left in the cup holder was missing. He told authorities he had received a bank alert that his credit card had been used at a nearby Kroger for $1,011, but the charge was declined.

Surveillance at the Kroger showed a woman attempting to buy two Visa gift cards for $500 each.

Trash dumped illegally along Hubbard Town Road FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A man was cited for unlawful dumping Jan. 14 after he admitted to leaving trash along Hubbard Town Road.

A vehicle description led deputies to the man’s house. There were multiple trash bags and other miscellaneous items on a trailer at the property.

The 37-year-old owner of the car admitted to driving the truck and

dumping the trash. He reportedly told deputies “everybody dumps their trash there.” He said not all the trash on the road was his, but just the items in the trash bags.

Code enforcement was notified.

Firm reports bullet holes in doors at loading bay FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A company off McFarland Parkway notified sheriff’s deputies they suspect multiple shots were fired into their loading bay doors on Jan. 12.

A company employee said they had footage of a car pulling up close to the door, shooting multiple times and then leaving.

The employee said they noticed a hole in the garage door and thought it was a bullet hole. A steel case and projectiles were found around the business.

Deputies found another bullet hole in a gutter downspout next to the garage door.

Windshield shattered in car burglary incident JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A man contacted police Jan. 9 to report an incident in which his rear windshield was shattered, and items were stolen from his car.

Police arrived at Cigar Merchant on Nesbit Ferry Road a little before 9 p.m. and met the alleged victim who said he arrived at the store around 6 p.m. He said he returned to his Black Yukon around 8 p.m. and noticed the rear window was shattered and a bag was missing.

He said the bag contained an iPad and a computer, worth about $1,800 total.

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NEWS

Forsyth man arrested for plans to attack federal buildings

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A 21-yearold Cumming man was arrested Jan. 16 after a Joint Terrorism Task Force investigation determined he was planning an attack on federal buildings.

Hasher Jallal Taheb, 21, was charged with attempting to damage with an explosive any building owned or leased by the United States, any department or agency, or any institution or organization receiving federal financial assistance.

TAHEB Taheb attended Forsyth Central High School for two years and graduated in 2015.

The task force initiated the case after receiving a tip from the community in March of 2018, according to the criminal complaint from FBI Special Agenda Tyler Krueger.

The tip relayed concerns that “Taheb had become radicalized, changed his name and made plans to travel abroad.”

After Taheb advertised his car for sale last August, an FBI source contacted him about buying the vehicle. Then in September, Taheb met an FBI undercover agent for the same reason.

In October he allegedly told an FBI agent he planned to travel overseas to a territory controlled by the Islamic State and needed to sell his car for funds. However, he said he had misplaced his passport, so he changed his plan to conduct a domestic attack on targets such as the White House and Statue of Liberty, Krueger said.

Taheb met with both agents off and on in December and allegedly further detailed his plan of attack. He spoke with them about exchanging their cars for weapons and explosives.

The three continued their communication and planned to meet on Jan. 15 to obtain the weapons and travel to Washington, D.C., where they would unleash the attack on Jan. 17.

“He added that his plan was to go

in and take down as many (people) as they possibly could,” Krueger said in the complaint.

On Jan. 16, the three met in a parking lot in Buford to exchange their cars for rifles and explosive devices. More FBI agents arrived undercover to complete the transaction.

Once the trade was complete, the two agents and Taheb got into a rental car where Taheb was then arrested.

Byung J. “BJay” Pak, U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia, said investigating and prosecuting individuals who seek to cause mass casualties is law enforcement’s top priority.

“Because the FBI, U.S. Secret Service, and numerous federal, state and law enforcement partners are active participants in the (Joint Terrorism Task Force), all potential threats have been neutralized and were under control from the inception of this case,” Pak said. “I want to clarify that there were no threats posed to any targets located in [the] Northern District of Georgia, nor was the upcoming Super Bowl a target of his

alleged activity.”

Chris Hacker, special agent in charge of FBI Atlanta, said the investigation and arrest resulted from a tip from the community. It’s another example of how important it is to contact law enforcement if citizens see or hear something suspicious, he said.

“We want to thank the Forsyth County Sheriff Office and Gwinnett County Police Department for assisting us with his arrest,” Hacker said. “The investigation is continuing, but at this stage it is believed Taheb was acting on his own.”

Forsyth Sheriff Ron Freeman echoed that sentiment.

“This is an excellent example of ‘see something, say something’ working exactly as it should… with the community reporting suspicious activity to local law enforcement, capitalizing on our relationships with our external local and federal law enforcement partners resulting in this investigation and arrest,” Freeman said. “I want to reassure our citizens that no locations in Forsyth County were targeted or at risk.”

Forsyth County Fire welcomes new chief

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — It’s official.

Forsyth County removed the “interim” from Fire Chief Barry Head’s title Jan. 17.

Head has been serving as interim fire chief since being appointed in October following the retirement of Chief Danny Bowman.

Head has been protecting Forsyth County in some capacity with the Fire Department and Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office for more than 30 years. He

began his career as a volunteer firefighter with the Fire Department when he was 18.

He began his full-time service to the county in 1990 as a dispatcher in the Sheriff’s Office. While there, he was promoted three times, achieving the rank of sergeant.

In 1997, he transferred to the Fire Department as a fire inspector. The next year, the first career firefighters were hired.

Head moved from fire inspector to firefighter in 1999, and two years later was promoted to fire lieutenant. In 2012

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Fire Chief Barry Head, center, and his wife, Mary Eaton, speak with former Chief Danny Bowman. he was named division chief, fire marshal.

He has been in his current position of division chief, field operation since 2017.

County Manager Eric Johnson, who appointed Head interim chief, said Head has shown he would make “an excellent fire chief going forward.”

“He brings the operational experience and leadership qualities that are important for someone in this role,” Johnson said. “The Forsyth County Fire Department has very good leadership throughout the organization, and the department was headed in the right direction.

Because of this, we knew we wanted to promote from within.”

As someone who has seen the department grow from the ground up, Head said it’s rewarding to take this next step.

“All the dedication, work and training I’ve done over the years are paying off,” he said.

Being part of something bigger than himself is what drives Head to keep pushing on every day.

“I want to give back to our community and serving the people who live in our community,” he said. “It’s the core value of who I am.”

Bowman retired on Oct. 16 after 50 years in fire service. He had been with Forsyth County since 2001, and Head worked under him the entire time.

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The Cumming City Council approved a $975,000 contract with Dwell Design Studios Jan. 15 for an architectural proposal on the proposed Cumming City Center.

Cumming approves contract for City Center design work

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — The Cumming City Council has approved a $975,000 contract for basic services and architectural design for the Cumming City Center.

The council received proposals on Jan. 15 from three firms, but ultimately decided on Dwell Design Studio. The project includes the master planning, design and development of parkland and the City Center.

The project will be located off Canton Highway near Forsyth Central High School and is planned on 90 acres.

There will be at least one more phase after the initial project and the potential for a third. Plans for the future include a new Cumming Police Department building and city municipal court.

City Center is expected to include a 2,000-seat amphitheater, about 100,000 square feet of retail and commercial office, and a 15,000-square-foot police station and municipal court. Parking will be provided as surface and street parking, along with a parking deck.

The council also got a chance to review an environmental assessment of the City Center property.

In December, Andy Lovejoy, president and CEO of Civil Engineering Consultants, presented a design overview for the project to the council to lay out how the environmental study will proceed.

The council allocated $48,000 for the Phase I environmental assessment which includes identification and

Also at the meeting, the council: • Approved a qualifying fee of $185 for this year’s elections. Qualifying will be in August.

• Approved a bid for Cumming Fairground improvements, including a pedestrian bridge, arena wall and ticket booth.

• Mayor Troy Brumbalow announced the city came in $3 million under budget in his first year.

delineation of the flood plain and any wetlands on the site, and a stream bank study to determine the feasibility of a potential stream bank mitigation project.

At the Jan. 15 meeting, Lovejoy came back to review the study.

The study showed there are no recognized hazardous environmental or historical conditions. There are no federally protected species on the site, and minimal wetlands.

Overall, Lovejoy said there are no significant environmental issues.

“I was on the site the other day, and one of the challenges is that published data shows the site has a significant amount of wetlands,” Lovejoy said. “I’m not an expert, but I know that wetlands have significant vegetation and nothing to me seemed like wetlands (at the site). One of the most important things is to delineate the wetlands so we can do studies specifically.”

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Public Safety

Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office/Special

In the early morning hours of Nov. 18, 2017, Deputy 1st Class Rod Reeves was on patrol and involved in a car crash that totaled the vehicle he was inside. He has returned to duty this month.

Deputy returns to service after surviving car crash

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth Sheriff’s Office Deputy 1st Class Rod Reeves is back on duty after recovering from a car crash more than a year ago.

It was a long road to recovery, requiring five surgeries and months of physical therapy.

In the early morning hours of Nov. 18, 2017, Reeves was on patrol when he heard a call issued to be on the lookout for an impaired motorist.

Reeves pulled over on the shoulder of Ga. 400 to scan for the vehicle. While Reeves was observing traffic, an alleged drunk driver slammed into the back of Reeves’ patrol car at a high rate of speed.

Reeves was trapped inside his car and unconscious. A tow truck driver saw the vehicles on the side of the road, stopped and called for help.

Forsyth County Fire Department arrived and worked quickly to get him out of the vehicle. Reeves regained semi-consciousness, but was in extreme pain.

Over the next 14 months, Reeves underwent five surgeries, including a total hip replacement in June, and completed months of physical therapy.

Reeves returned to full duty with the sheriff’s office on Jan. 7. Sheriff Ron Freeman told Reeves he could pick whatever SUV he wanted if he came back to full duty. So Reeves received a 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe, which he said is safer than the car he had during the crash “It’s incredible,” he said. “It feels good to get back to doing what I enjoy, which is serving the people of Forsyth County.”

He was working patrol at nights for the South Precinct, but he has been

reassigned to the Problem-Oriented Policing Unit for the North Precinct.

“I’m excited,” Reeves said. “It’s nothing I’m really used to, ’cause typically I’ve been on the tactical side of things. I did SWAT for several years where I was on the entry team. I was a sniper for several years. I’ve always been used to the tactical aspect of it.”

Over the more than a year it took Reeves to recover, the outpouring of support from the community was strong.

One of the most notable honors he received happened in February of 2018 when the Sheriff’s Office bestowed him with a Purple Heart.

“I couldn’t even measure the amount of support I got from the community, agency and outside agencies, even outside of the state,” Reeves said. “It was incredible. It was an eye-opener for me because I had only been on service for five months. No one really knew who I was until this accident. After they found out it was someone associated with the sheriff’s department, everyone opened up their kitchens and wallets and did everything they could to help me and my family.”

Reeves is married and has three children. All were impacted by the crash.

“It impacted the two youngest harder because they weren’t used to me not being active,” he said. “I’m always either in the gym, doing something around the house or at work. I went from that to basically sitting in one chair all the time.

Eventually, once they saw I was putting forth the effort to get better, it was a little easier for them to accept it.”

The driver of the car that struck Reeves, Aaron Riley Russell, 28, was driving on a suspended and revoked driver’s license at the time.

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NEWS

Water from former golf course tests below limits of detection FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Test results from a water quality test at the former Lanier Golf Course show the levels of pesticide, herbicide and semi-volatile organic compounds suites are below detection limits.

At the Jan. 8 Board of Commissioners work session, the board heard a presentation on the county’s ability to conduct water quality testing, as part of the Environmental Protection Agency’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System regulations. Forsyth County’s Stormwater Management Program is designed to prevent harmful pollutants from being discharged into local waterways.

County Manager Eric Johnson authorized staff to request the county’s water quality consultant to collect a one-time surface water sample near the Northcove Development (formerly Lanier Golf Course). The county’s consultant is Jacobs, a worldwide engineering consulting firm with local offices specializing in water and wastewater management.

On Jan. 9, a water sample was collected and delivered to a certified laboratory where tests were conducted for water chemistry parameters as per the county’s Watershed Protection Plan.

Also, pursuant to earlier discussions between Forsyth County and Georgia Environmental Protection Division staff, testing for arsenic and a suite of pesticides/herbicides was added.

Preliminary results were described to Forsyth County via an email which said, “all parameters run as part of the pesticide, herbicide and semi-volatile organic

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The former Lanier Golf Course is currently being demolished for a proposed residential development.

compounds suites were below detection limits. Additionally, arsenic was below detection limit.”

The email also noted that water quality results for nutrients were below applicable standards and were within the normal range with historical data collected at other monitoring stations in the county.

Soil testing at the property had been discussed at prior Board of Commissioners meetings. However, after staff reviewed ordinances and conferred with the county attorney, the county said it was determined that Forsyth County does not currently have the authority to conduct soil testing on private property.

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Public invited to help name new middle school

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County Schools is in the process of naming the county’s 11th middle school and wants the public to raise their hands with ideas.

Until Jan. 30, a survey will be live online at https://bit.ly/2MfvvUs for citizens to propose names for the school which is slated to open in August 2021 and will be located on the west side of Hyde Road.

The Board of Education will approve the final name at a meeting Feb. 19.

Currently there are three proposed names for the school: • Cobb Creek: This option is named after the stream that runs through the school property. The family name “Cobb” has ties to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and the early history of Forsyth County.

• Drew: This option is named after the unincorporated community Drew, which was named after Drew E. Bennett, an early postmaster. The post office operated from 1889-1904 at the intersection of Drew Road and Post Road.

• Hendricks: This option is named after former Board of Education member Don Hendricks, who died in 2002. Hendricks served on the board for 10 years and was instrumental in the formation of local school advisory councils and the strategic plan.

Participants have a chance to write in names, but they must follow these guidelines:

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Education will approve the final name at a meeting Feb. 19.

Online survey To complete the survey on the naming of the county’s newest middle school, visit: https://bit.ly/2MfvvUs 1. The suggested name must be historic or have a significant reference to the geography of the area where the school is located.

2. The suggestion also could honor a distinguished deceased person who made an extraordinary contribution to the school and/school district; demonstrated a record of distinction in their respective field, evidenced by a variety of outstanding accomplishments, awards, leadership and service roles in their profession and community; or demonstrated a positive role modeling and commitment to excellence.

The board is responsible for the naming and renaming of facilities, and portions of facilities, including buildings, grounds, stadiums, athletic fields, annexes and media centers. Names of living people will not be used.

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Forsyth Schools schedules technology updates for 2019

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County Schools is updating much of its technology, including installing safety cameras, upgrading computers and labs.

Mike Evans, chief technology and information officer for the district, said the goal of the updates is improve student engagement in the classroom.

“We want the students at the board actually working out problems,” he said.

“Forsyth County Schools as a whole is striving to provide a higher level of engagement and involvement. It gives the students the applications for real life that they can engage with.”

One of the most anticipated projects is the installation of interactive panels, which is complete at 24 schools. The county has had interactive white boards in the classroom for the last 15 or so years, and it was time for an upgrade to a 75-inch interactive, touch display.

“We’re seeing great progress and engagement in the classroom with those,” Evans said. “We can’t get parts for the older technology we have in the classrooms anymore. The intent is the interactivity between the students and teachers with instruction. With the new technology, multiple students can interact at the same time. It gives teachers the ability to project their device onto the board.”

Other major projects in the works include securing data closets, switching to a higher capacity network, and getting

Wi-Fi at athletic areas.

The county is working to overhaul all video surveillance, Evans said. The new cameras will feature facial recognition, search analytics and process automations.

“With the new technology, that adds another level of safety and security across the schools,” he said. “If an administrator needs to look for a student with a white shirt and black pants, they can type it in and the system will pull up all the cameras featuring students with that description. It can track movements, too.”

Next, the district is working to install virtual reality equipment at Whitlow Elementary School and the Alliance Academy for Innovation.

“The movement toward more virtual reality in the classroom has been a highlight,” Evans said.

The county is also interested in obtaining its own Fiber network.

“We’ve been renting our own wireless network,” Evans said. “We’re getting ready to seek bids for information on pricing and what it would look like to actually purchase our own fiber optic network. It would add quite a bit of savings to the district, too.”

Some of the upgrades and changes are a result of feedback from the Parent Advisory Committee.

“The students are excited about these updates, and that conveys down to the parents,” Evans said. “We ask the parents what their students give them, as well. We’ve had some positive feedback from them.”

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Charities brace for impact of government shutdown

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com GEORGIA — It’s been a month since the U.S. government went into a partial shutdown, leaving many without pay for their work.

Locally, some nonprofits are starting to feel the pressure from the shutdown and are anticipating a grave next few months, if the shutdown continues.

The Place of Forsyth County, at 2550 The Place Circle in Cumming, serves people in the area with essential needs, while teaching them to be self-sustaining.

Jacob Granados, director of operations for The Place, said right now, consequences of the shutdown have not yet reached the nonprofit.

However, if the shutdown continues, Granados said they anticipate an increase in the number of people visiting the food pantry.

There are about 3,000 Forsyth County residents who receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or food stamps, he said.

Right now, the food stamps many families receive are safe for February, but there are no promises for more after that.

“In response to the shutdown, the USDA is working with the state of Georgia to disperse February’s benefits this week,”

Granados said. “This means that there will lic of its food pantry that is open to North Fulton residents who are in need. not be any additional benefits released in The nonprofit has received inquiries February. We are hoping that those receivfrom government employees affected, so ing food stamps will budget and plan acshe said they have told them to come to cordingly. Should the shutdown continue the food pantry. through February, there is no information “We are always prepared to help on the status of March’s benefits.” those in need in North Fulton and that If March arrives without those benincludes those affected by the governefits, Granados said he wants the comment shutdown,” Sillitto said. “Providing munity to be aware that The Place will be food is the first line of defense for someopen and ready to assist qualifying famione struggling financially, and using the lies through their food pantry program. food pantry frees up money to pay rent, Last year, The Place of Forsyth County, distributed more than $870,000 utilities, transportation or an unexpected expense. If they need additional worth of food. services, they can set up an appointEach month, about 350 households ment with our case workers.” make use of the food pantry, and on avWith their ears still in the northern erage 64 first time households seek out suburbs, the area’s two U.S. representathe food services. tives said they, too, hope for a resolution “This may mean that community supto the shutdown. port will become even more vital,” GraRep. Lucy McBath (D-6th) said she nados said. “In a month without SNAP wants leaders to do better. benefits, those numbers would certainly “I ran for office because I knew painfulincrease. We are confident, however, that the Forsyth community will rally with one ly well what is at stake when politics get in the way of governing,” she said. “This govanother to help feed those in need.” ernment shutdown is the worst of WashNorth Fulton Community Charities, ington politics. The Senate is now refusing 11270 Elkins Road in Roswell, is also to hold a vote on the same government starting to feel the sting of the shutdown funding bill that it passed just last year.” in its community.

McBath said she’s heard from conCommunications and Marketing Manager Sheila Sillitto said the group posted T:10”stituents who have been directly impacted by the situation. on its Facebook page reminding the pub-

“I heard from a mother in my district who is now delaying her child’s next visit to the doctor because she is a furloughed federal worker and does not know when her next paycheck will come,” McBath said. “We can and must do better, and I am calling on the Senate and our president to stop playing politics with people’s lives.”

Rep. Rob Woodall (R-7th) had a different perspective on the standoff.

“All Americans want border security and the government funded,” he said. “I am committed to ending the humanitarian and security crisis at our southern border.

I will continue to urge my colleagues, both Democratic and Republican, to come to the table and find a solution.”

Woodall said he’s tried and failed to get funding legislation passed.

“Recently, I voted to give federal employees their first paychecks of the year,” he said. “It’s disheartening to see that not a single Democrat from the Georgia congressional delegation joined me. A government shutdown brings no one joy. This is a difficult time for many folks in Forsyth and Gwinnett counties. If there is any way that my office can be of assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out.”

Staff writer Patrick Fox contributed to this report.

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Georgia among highest flu rates in the nation

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com GEORGIA — Flu season is underway, and Georgia is one of 15 states with high flu activity, according to the Centers for Disease Control.

While flu can occur year round, flu season typically begins around October and reaches its peak December through February, according to the CDC. As of Jan. 5, there have been five flu-related deaths and 674 hospitalizations in Georgia this season.

Influenza, or flu, is a common contagious respiratory illness. Flu symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, aches, chills and fatigue.

While some of the symptoms may sound like the common cold, flu can cause severe illness and even lead to death.

Compared to the common cold, flu comes on more abruptly and some symptoms are more severe, although the only way to know with certainty if you have

the flu is to take a test with a healthcare provider. Antiviral drugs can lessen the severity of symptoms, shorten the time of illness and prevent serious complications in people diagnosed with flu.

Anyone can get the flu, but children under 5, adults over 65, pregnant women and people with certain chronic medical conditions, such as asthma and diabetes, are most susceptible to flu complications.

While doctors encourage everyone to be vaccinated by the end of the October, it’s not too late. A yearly vaccine is recommended to keep up immunization for everyone 6 months and older.

Last year’s flu season also hit hard; hospitalization rates were the highest recorded since 2009, according to the CDC. There were 48.8 million Americans sick with flu, 959,000 hospitalizations and 79,400 deaths. At the end of the flu season last year, 151 people had died in Georgia and more than 3,000 were hospitalized in the Atlanta area.

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We have all of the necessary bones and infrastructure that businesses need to be successful.

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Forsyth Chamber predicts continued growth in 2019

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Economic development is booming in Forsyth County, and it is expected to only increase this year.

James McCoy, president and CEO of the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce, said the statistics for 2018 were promising.

“For economic development across the board, we are seeing a major increase in not just project activity, but announcements,” he said. “We are way ahead of goal and [compared to] this time last year.”

In 2018, there were 107 project inquiries made which was a 95 percent increase from 2017.

The amount of project announcements increased 31 percent from 2017, with 38 total projects. That puts the chamber 47 percent ahead of their goal.

These announcements brought in $183.6 million of new capital investment, which was also ahead of goal, and more than 1,000 new jobs to the county.

“Last year was a record-breaking year,” he said. “This year is going to be yet another record-breaking year. We’ve been pleased with that. It tells us that what we’ve been doing is working.” The chamber is working to implement a new Economic Development Strategic Plan, which McCoy said should yield impressive results.

The chamber hired TIP Strategies to put together an “aggressive” plan, McCoy said.

The plan focuses on the fact that Forsyth County has seen incredible growth over the past few years, but now

Forsyth County has held top rankings among the fastest-growing counties in Georgia and the US. needs to plan its future economic wellbeing.

The plan outlines challenges to address, including: • The imbalance between commercial and residential tax revenues • The shortage of housing options • Inadequate transportation alternatives • A lack of amenities, especially for younger residents • Limited economic development resources and incentives The chamber presented the plan formally to the county commission in Oc-

tober and has been gathering feedback from the commissioners, development authority, chamber board members and the community.

“The plan has really been resonating with the community,” McCoy said.

“We’ve incorporated some of the opportunities people saw in the plan.”

Later this month, McCoy said the plan will be brought back to the County Commission for their final review, presentation and endorsement. If they adopt it, McCoy said projections show homeowners in Forsyth County between

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now and 2025 will see a cost savings in property taxes of $83 million.

The adoption of this plan is big for the community, McCoy said, because it will guide county officials for years.

“We have all of the necessary bones and infrastructure that businesses need to be successful,” McCoy said. “The talent pool is phenomenal and the education system is, too. It’s a community that is really rich with not just talent but also really forward-thinking business people.

We’re a really good and safe place to do business.”

The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate our

46th Annual Chairman’s Gala Award Winners

These members exemplify tremendous service and commitment, and we are very thankful.

The mission of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce is to be the catalyst for economic development, business growth, and quality of life in North Fulton.

Pictured from left: Chamber Ambassador of the Year- Pam Santoro, Berkshire Hathaway Zach Henderson Community Service Award Winner- Gloria Mattei, Nothing Bundt Cakes Harry Rucker Jr Volunteer of the Year- John Ray, Business RadioX 2019 Chairman- Bill Bland, Choate Construction 2018 Chairman- Jeff Petrea, Georgia Power Lifetime Achievement Award- Dotty Etris Board Member of the Year- Ken Davis, Renasant Bank Pioneer Award Winner- Rev. Malone Dodson

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Knee-deep in New Year’s resolutions Accountability Contrary to my friends who scoff and make fun of them, I’m a big believer in New Year’s resolutions. And it being mid-January, I’m knee-deep in mine.

It always takes Geoff smith a little time to get Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com used to the new year, but 2018 is finally and clearly in my rear-view mirror. That random holiday song that always seems to plant itself somewhere in my brain and play on repeat has finally faded away. This year it was “Home for the Holidays.” What do they mean when they say ‘Gee the traffic is terrific?” Is it because it’s the holidays and traffic is not as bad? Or is the singer so happy about the holidays that he’s delusional and everything, including the traffic, looks terrific to him?

If you think you know, please tell me. Either way, traffic is clearly back to normal. I made the mistake of leaving home 10 minutes later than usual this morning and it cost me 25 extra minutes in traffic.

Those who scoff at New Year’s resolutions scoff as if they don’t need them.

As if they came up with a life-plan that

North Fulton Charities announces staff changes ROSWELL, Ga. — North Fulton Community Charities recently welcomed a new CFO to their leadership team and announced several staff changes.

Jerry LaHatte joined NFCC as CFO/ controller on Jan. 7th. LaHatte brings over 30 years of finance, accounting and operations experience to NFCC. Most recently, LaHatte served as the vice president for financial and client integration at Synchrony Financial.

He has been a long-time supporter of

covers all the bases at age 10 and have not veered from it once since.

I enjoy putting my head above water and taking an honest look around at things, at least once a year. I enjoy taking some time to see where I’ve strayed from paths that lead to places where I want to be. Then putting a plan together to put me back on them and to make good time while there.

I’m back on my diet — earning the right to get off of it by the time Halloween rolls back around and the boys bring bags filled with candy bars into the house.

I’m back to planning out my week, hour-by-hour, and being diligent about sticking to it. No matter what the newsfeed coming out of UGA regarding the hiring of a new coach, or the commitment of another 5-star prospect says.

I’m going to continue to learn about being a better mortgage banker so I can provide a better value to the agents I work with, the clients I work with and the businesses I partner with on employee-incentive programs.

I’m going to be more visible and impactful with some of the charities and nonprofits I volunteer with. And maybe less so with others.

I’m going to be a better husband, father, son, brother and friend. I hope they are ready!

It’s going to be an awesome year

because I’m going to try to make it that way. It’s not easy to stay the course on a good resolution, but it feels necessary to at least try. For me, I feel it’s critical to at least remind ourselves, if only once a year, of what we need to be doing to get to where we want to be. If we don’t, then over time we will have forgotten where that was in the first place.

We don’t all have to be presidents, or Nobel-Award-winning scientists, or billionaires. We don’t have to invent the replacement for the smartphone, or the perfect driverless car. We don’t have to conquer the world. We just have to commit to being better. That is much easier to do and I can do it today. The rest will take care of itself.

I’ll start off by trying to write better articles for all of you. Let’s have a fantastic 2019!

NFCC, volunteering in the NFCC Thrift Shop and as a personal finance coach in the Education Center.

Sharla Calloway, who has been the director of Volunteer Services at NFCC for almost three years, has been named director of Assistance Services. Calloway will lead a team focused on providing emergency assistance in North Fulton. As director of Volunteer Services, Calloway coordinated the activities of thousands of volunteers each year. She also started NFCC’s Poverty Simulation Program, a role-playing experience that helps the community understand the

realities of poverty.

Darlene Turk, who has been the administrative assistant to the executive director and controller at NFCC for the last four years, has been promoted to the director of Volunteer Services. Turk has over 25 years of experience in administrative and project management positions.

Ruth Font has been promoted to manager of Assistance Services at NFCC. Font has served as a NFCC bilingual caseworker for 20 years. She will work with Calloway to assist individuals and families with an emergency need in North Fulton.

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CALENDAR MY BEST FRIEND DOLL CLUB

JAZZ VESPERS

Kick of the 2019 Roswell Roots Festival with the Atlanta Jazz Chorus and Quartet under the Direction of Dr. Dwight Andrews. The Roswell Roots Festival is one of the largest and most comprehensive celebrations of black history and culture in the state. The concert will be held Sunday, Jan. 27 from 4-6 p.m. at Roswell Presbyterian Church, 755 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell. For more information and other Roswell Roots events, visit roswellroots.com.

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VOLLEYBALL ACADEMY JOHNS CREEK

ROSWELL RESTAURANT WEEK

What: Winter and spring volleyball academy for ages 8-15.

The sessions are very fundamentals focused and the session will be divided up by age and skill level.

When: Mondays and Wednesdays, Jan.7-30; Elementaryaged players practice 6:30-7:30 p.m., 11-15 year olds practice 7:30-8:45 p.m.

Where: Endurance Center, 7340 McGinnis Ferry Road, Suite 200, Johns Creek Cost: $150 More info and registration: intensityvolleyball.com

GIRLS ON THE RUN NORTH GA What: Registration is open for this physical-activity based, positive youth development program that inspires girls grades 3-8 to be joyful, healthy and confident over 10 weeks starting Feb. 11.

When: Feb. 11-May 1 Where: Various Girls on the Run sites throughout Forsyth County Cost: $165 More info: girlsontherunnorthga.org

What: Enjoy this citywide event that encourages locals to try new dining options and invites new customers. See all participating restaurants and their prix fixe menus online.

When: Through Feb. 2 Where: 50 participating restaurants across Roswell More info, maps and menus: roswellrw.com

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE

What: Giving blood saves lives.

Help support the community by giving back to those in need. Adults 18 and older.

When: Friday, Jan. 25, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbots Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info and registration: roswellcrossblood.org

SECURE DOCUMENT SHREDDING

What: Secure document shredding for on-site disposal.

When: Friday, Jan. 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbots Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org or 770360-8897

What: Bring a doll to the heritage village to join in on a variety of activities, like making doll houses, dressing up in costumes and tea parties. Ages 6-11.

When: Friday, Jan. 25, 4:30 p.m.

Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $8 for members, $10 for nonmembers More info and registration: autreymill.org

BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE: ANGST

What: “Angst” is a 56-minute film and virtual reality experience that explores anxiety, its causes, effects and what we can do about it. Free screening.

When: Saturday, Jan. 26, 10 a.m.-noon Where: Pyramid Family Behavioral Healthcare, 11138 State Bridge Road, Suite 100A, Johns Creek More info and registration: bit. ly/Angstscreening

CHAI AND JUST CHAT

What: The proposed Chai & Just Chat panel of experts will examine the different functions essential to the construction of peace and creating a culture of nonviolence.

When: Saturday, Jan. 26, 4 p.m.

Where: Johns Creek Event Center, 11455 Lakefield Drive, Johns Creek More info: mailchi.mp/nazeera. net/worldpeace or 404-583-7138

SINGLE MINGLE

What: The event is tailored to professionals who work and/or live in the Alpharetta area who are looking to meet other likeminded singles. Ages 40-59.

When: Sunday, Jan. 27, 5-8 p.m.

Where: South Main Kitchen, 9 South Main St., Alpharetta Cost: $30, includes one adult beverage More info and registration: eventbrite.com/e/single-mingletickets-54039356169

ATLANTA HUMANE SOCIETY OUTREACH

What: Help pet friends in need by donating used towels and blankets. Volunteers take them along with used newspapers to the Atlanta Humane Society on Mansell Road.

When: Thursday, Jan. 31, 5:30 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbots Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org

ALL RECOVERY MEETING

CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR SENIORS

What: Register now for Seniors Enriched Living continuing education classes for seniors on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Choose from 22 different topics including WWII, art history, foreign policy, philosophy and more.

When: Jan. 8 through Feb. 28, 10 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

Where: Seniors Enriched Living, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell Cost: $50 per session More info: selroswellga.org

ENCHANTED WOODLAND TRAIL

What: Fairies and gnomes have been busy building all new homes for the Enchanted Woodland Trail opening this winter.

Included with general admission.

When: Through Feb. 28, all day Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell More info: chattnaturecenter.org

JOHNS CREEK TOASTMASTERS

What: Join the weekly meeting to learn how to become a better speaker and better leader.

When: Saturdays, 9:45 a.m.

Where: Johns Creek Christian Church, 10800 Bell Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreek.toastmastersclubs.org or 404-513-3188

SMART RECOVERY FAMILY AND FRIENDS

What: This program uses science based tools to provide support for those who are affected by the addictive behavior of someone close to them. Not a twelve step program.

When: Mondays, 7-8 p.m.

Where: DecisionPoint Wellness Center, 1070 State Bridge Road, Suite 6, Johns Creek More info: smartrecovery.org

NAVIGATORS TOASTMASTERS PATHWAYS What: Reach your personal and professional goals through Pathways, Toastmasters’ new education program.

When: Tuesdays, 7 p.m.

Where: Club House, 6300 Polo Club Drive, Cumming More info: navigators.toastmastersclubs.org

What: Join an open discussion for those in recovery from addiction or those affected by people with addiction. Not a twelve step program.

When: Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Emory Johns Creek Hospital, 6325 Hospital Parkway, Johns Creek More info: navigaterecoverygwinnett.org or 678-743-1808 x101

WEDNESDAY MORNING NETWORKING

What: Join for networking every Wednesday morning.

When: Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Where: Perimeter Church, 9500 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek Cost: $5 for members, $10 for guests More info: johnscreekga.gov or 770-495-0545

HEALTH AND FITNESS: MILTON BOYS LACROSSE RUN FOR COVER 5K

What: The race proceeds support the Milton High School Boys Lacrosse program. Please bring a new or gently used coat or jacket to benefit the Foster Care Support Foundation.

What: Saturday, Jan. 26, 9-11 a.m.

Where: Milton High School, 13025 Birmingham Highway, Alpharetta Cost: $35 More info and registration: miltonboyslacrosse.com

FROZEN 5K AND THE SNOWFLAKE 1K

What: Both courses are on the paved bike trails. After the race, join the fun with lots of food, a DJ, photo opportunities and more. Dress as a fairy tale character for a chance to win prizes.

Peachtree Road Race qualifier.

When: Sunday, Jan. 27, 8 a.m.

Where: Parking is at Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: Registration starts at $20.

More info and registration: active.com

YOUNG ADULT BOCCE BALL

What: Anyone with a developmental disability is invited to play bocce ball and socialize with peers.

When: Tuesday, Jan. 29, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

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ZUMBA GOLD (FLEX)

What: Combines the international rhythms of the Zumba Gold program with the strength training techniques, creating an easy-to-follow, health-boosting dance fitness program.

When: Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov/ parkplace

ENERGY YOGA

What: Physical exercises to open and clear energy. Utilizes Qi Gong and meditation techniques.

When: Sundays, 10:15 a.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org

RELIGIOUS EVENTS: WOMEN’S RETREAT 2019

What: All women of Roswell Presbyterian Church are invited to register for the “Take My Life and Let It Be” retreat.

When: Friday, Jan. 25, 4 p.m.Sun, Jan. 27, 9 a.m.

Where: Unicoi State Park and Lodge, 1788 Highway 356, Helen More info: roswellpres.org

LASER TAG AND BOWLING

What: Middle Schoolers can join to play laser tag and bowl. The student who brings the most friends will get unlimited game cards from their group. There will be a prize for the best bowling score.

When: Friday, Jan. 25, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Stars & Strikes, 8767 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs Cost: $10 More info and registration: roswellpres.org

DATE NIGHT – SPORTS FANATIC

What: The theme is Sports Fanatic Edition. Learn about how kindness can be a game changer. Wear your favorite team gear. Prize for most spirited.

When: Saturday, Jan. 26, 5-8 p.m.

Where: Roswell First Baptist Church, 710 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell Cost: $20, includes dinner and childcare More info: fbroswell.org

SUNDAY FELLOWSHIP LUNCH What: Join the church family for some winter warmth and conversation while enjoying Chef Doug’s chili lunch.

When: Sunday, Jan. 27, noon Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta Cost: $6 per person More info: alpharettapres.com

INFORMATIONAL MEETING – MEXICO MISSION

What: Team will serve alongside Pastor Severo Ek and the local church community to help with bible lessons and simple projects in local churches and community centers.

When: Sunday, Jan. 27, 12:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell Presbyterian Church, 755 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: roswellpres.org

MEN’S MINISTRY: FRIDAY MORNINGS

PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN CIRCLES

What: The four different circles offer women opportunities to spend time together, support each other in happy and sad times, learn from each other and grow in faith. Child care options available.

When: Esther Circle, each first Tuesday, 7-9 p.m.; Ruth Circle, each first Wednesday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Lydia Circle, each first Thursday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Martha Circle, each first Thursday, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta More info: alpharettapres.com/ adults/small-groups/

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: JAZZ VESPERS

What: The First Baptist Roswell men’s group meets every Friday morning for friendship and to help each other grow spiritually.

All are welcome to attend.

When: Fridays, 7 a.m.

Where: Panera Bread, 1195 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: fbroswell.org

What: Kick of the 2019 Roswell Roots Festival with the Atlanta Jazz Chorus and Quartet under the Direction of Dr. Dwight Andrews.

When: Sunday, Jan. 27, 4-6 p.m.

Where: Roswell Presbyterian Church, 755 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: roswellroots.com

THERAPEUTIC YOGA

DELTA MOON

What: Gain health benefits from relaxing yoga that emphasizes strength and flexibility. No experience necessary. Taught by an advanced certified yoga instructor.

When: Wednesdays, 9:45-11 a.m.

Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumc.com or 770261-1705

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS OUT

What: Join for weekly dinner and fellowship. Volunteers needed for serving and cleaning.

When: Wednesday nights, 4:456:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell Cost: $7 per adult More info: rumc.com/wno

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPERS

What: Make and grow faith-based friendships for all ages. Enjoy a hot meal and/or volunteer.

When: Wednesdays, 5:15-6:45 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta First United Methodist Church, 69 North Main St., Alpharetta More info: afumc.org

What: Delta Moon is a roots rock quartet from Atlanta, Georgia, featuring the unique double slide guitars of Tom Gray on lap steel and Mark Johnson on bottleneck slide.

When: Wednesday, Jan. 30, 7:30-9 p.m.

Where: The Velvet Note, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta More info: thevelvetnote.com

“S.T.E.A.M. TEAM”

What: An original play by Topher Payne. Meet five friends who solve mysteries and problems in their own back yards and help one another when one of their own is bullied at the science fair.

When: Saturday, Jan. 12, 11 a.m., with additional shows on Jan. 19 and 26 at 11 a.m.

Where: Georgia Ensemble Theatre at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $10 More info and tickets: get.org

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“MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS” What: Take a peek behind the camera as David O. Selznick, Victor Fleming and Ben Hecht lock themselves in an office with a five-day supply of peanuts and bananas to solve the near-disaster of “Gone With the Wind.”

When: Shows run Jan. 11-27, times vary Where: Georgia Ensemble Theatre at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $24 More info: get.org

BLACK HERITAGE: THE UNSUNG HEROES OF ROSWELL What: This exhibit focuses on the story of the everyday heroes of the black community and their labors from the days of slavery and Reconstruction and through the trials of segregation.

When: Mondays-Fridays, Jan. 2-Feb. 28, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

“PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGAMABOBS”

What: The Roswell Fine Arts Alliance will host an invitational juried art show with works in oils, watercolors, acrylics, pastels, mixed media and collage.

Original works will be for sale.

When: Through Mach 30 Where: Arts Center East Gallery, 9100 Fouts Road, Roswell More info: RFAA.org

JAZZ AT FIREFLY

What: Free, live music each week.

When: Saturdays, 8:30-11 p.m.

Where: Firefly Restaurant & Bar, 3070 Windward Plaza, Alpharetta More info: fireflyalpharetta.com

LIVE MUSIC SUNDAYS

What: Join every Sunday afternoon for live music on the patio along with food trucks and cold beer.

When: Saturdays, 4-7 p.m.

Where: Truck & Tap, 30 Milton Ave., Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharetta. com

AVALON NIGHTS LIVE

What: Unwind after a long week with live music in The Plaza.

When: Fridays, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharettta. com

LIBRARY EVENTS: NEW MOM’S SUPPORT GROUP What: Join other new moms and babies in an empathetic forum for sharing the joys and challenges of motherhood. Topics will vary from week to week.

When: Friday, Jan. 25, 10:30 a.m.-noon Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-6134402

CAREER READY: SOCIAL MEDIA TRAINING

What: Optimize the power of all your social media profiles to showcase your unique skills, give employers a reason to hire you, and obtain a fulfilling job.

No registration required.

When: Saturday, Jan. 26, 3 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org

TEEN BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR CLASS

What: All skill levels welcome, ages 12 and up. Materials are provided. The class will cover watercolor techniques, basic illustration, and more.

When: Saturday, Jan. 26, 1-3 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-6136758

BRAIN BUZZ

What: Learn the difference between several different types of brains by measuring the size of skulls and see real organs. Ages 5-12. Registration required.

When: Saturday, Jan. 26, 2-3:30 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info and registration: apfls.org or 404-613-4050

STRATEGIES FOR PARENTS OF GIFTED CHILDREN

What: Dr. Kate Guthrie will go over giftedness and creativity, including common characteristics and ways parents can support creativity at home, in addition to helpful strategies for school.

When: Saturday, Jan. 26, 3-4 p.m.

Where: Sharon Forks Library, 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org

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Sunlight and health – everything in moderation?

By Dr. Brent Taylor Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta Recently, a friend of mine brought to my attention an article that made the case that regular sunlight exposure might help us live longer. This topic seems to be of broad general interest, so I thought it worth including in this month’s paper.

Dr. Taylor For years, the dermatology community has been preaching sun avoidance. This is only natural given that much of a dermatologist’s job is focused on the prevention, detection and treatment of skin cancer. The science linking ultraviolet radiation to skin cancer is solid. Melanoma has also been very strongly linked to sun burns and tanning bed use. The case is clear that sun exposure causes skin cancer.

During my residency, my attendings had us read numerous articles on vitamin D. One of the strongest arguments put forth by the pro-tanning bed community and pro-sun exposure community was that avoidance of the sun could lead to vitamin D deficiency, which leads to rickets in children, osteoporosis in adults, and a likely higher incidence of autoimmune diseases, infectious diseases and possibly even a higher incidence of some non-skin cancers.

To many dermatologists, this argument seemed weak because vitamin D supplements are readily available, and it seemed that oral vitamins could simply replace the vitamin D that the sun helps provide. We could have our cake and eat it, too. Avoid the sun and take vitamin D supplements, and you’ll avoid skin cancer and avoid vitamin D deficiency.

But the plot thickens. Researchers found out that ultraviolet radiation stimulates nitric oxide production in the skin, which lowers blood pressure and may lead to a lower incidence of cardiovascular disease. Because cardiovascular disease kills more people than skin cancer, the argument was made that sun avoidance might have a net effect of hurting rather than helping. Once again, the argument was made that we could simply take medication designed to lower blood pressure.

So, now, we are avoiding the sun, taking vitamin D supplements and taking antihypertensive medication.

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So, now, we are avoiding the sun, taking vitamin D supplements, anti-hypertensives, fluoxetine, and melatonin.

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In my opinion, the answer seems to be that we need to embrace personalized medicine and customize our recommendations for the individual.

There are unbelievable variations between levels of UV radiation in Ireland vs equatorial Africa, and we cannot expect sun light recommendations for Irish and African descendants to be identical. This is not to say that general rules can’t be created. For example, avoid blistering sun burns seems like fairly safe advice no matter who you are. However, a one size fits all approach to sun exposure is likely not wise. And it is responsible to admit that there exists a body of data and arguments that support both positive and negative effects of sun exposure.

If a patient comes to me in his 70s riddled with skin cancers on his face and scalp, then wearing hats and sunscreen, at least on the face and scalp, seems sage advice. If a young patient develops a melanoma, then avoiding sun burns and erring on the side of less sun exposure rather than more seems prudent along with very regular self and professional skin exams. For someone with equatorial African genetics, avoidance of sun might be more harmful than helpful. We just don’t know optimum doses of sun exposure, but ancestry likely informs us regarding optimum levels of sun exposure.

And who knows whether many of the positive health effects in those receiving a lot of sun came from active lifestyles and exercise. Many studies have not been able to convincingly control for exercise when quantifying health effects of sun exposure.

We likely do not need to have guilt from small amounts of sun exposure. Instead, we can enjoy the great outdoors, exercise, and the occasional ray of sun light, and we need to be honest with ourselves about our genetic heritage, our risk factors, what is hurting us, and make adjustments to fit our individual situations.

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Medical authorities spread the word about prediabetes (NAPSI)—One in three American adults now has prediabetes—a serious condition that often leads to type 2 diabetes.

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having a parent or sibling with type 2 diabetes, or being over 40 years old.

More than 84 million Americans have prediabetes, and the number of adults diagnosed with diabetes has more than tripled over the past 20 years. Type 2 diabetes prevention is such an urgent need for our nation that two leading health organizations, the American Medical Association (AMA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), have partnered with the Ad Council to raise national awareness. Together, they have built resources that help people know their risk and learn how to reverse prediabetes.

Go to DoIHavePrediabetes.org and take a simple one-minute risk test to know where you stand. If you receive a high score, the next step is to confirm the diagnosis with your doctor and ask how to enroll in CDC’s National Diabetes Prevention Program.

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Daily activities include Music, Dancing, Local Entertainment, Outings, Art Therapy, Pet Therapy, Religious Services and more. Enjoy a drink in the Chattahoochee Tavern, grab a movie in the Fox Theater or enjoy an ice cream cone at the Bull Dog Café. All residents experience socialization and activities and those who need 24/7 medical care will benefit from the care provided at The Memory Center Atlanta. We are proud to

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Pets of the Week: Clara and Rusko

Registration now open for Pinecrest Paladin Pacer 5K and Fun Run CUMMING, Ga. — Registration is now open for the inaugural Pinecrest Academy Paladin Pacer Peachtree Qualifier 5K and Fun Run. The race will take place on Saturday, Feb. 23 at 8 a.m.

The race course runs from Pinecrest Academy, 955 Peachtree Parkway, to South Forsyth High School and back. It is a mostly flat course with a downhill finish. The 5K race is a Peachtree Road Race Qualifier. The Fun Run is a 1-mile course that is not timed.

The 5K event begins at 8 a.m., while the Fun Run begins at 8:55 a.m. The cost of the 5K is $25 until January 23, and then increases to $30. The race day cost is $35. The Fun Run is $15, while the race day cost is $20. All registered runners will receive a t-shirt.

Participants may register and pick up race bibs on race day in the Pinecrest Academy gymnasium, beginning at 7 a.m.

Awards will be given for overall male and female and the top three male and female in each age group.

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If you are interested in meeting Clara or Rusko, contact The Forsyth Humane Society at 770-887-6480.

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North Fulton Community Charities announces golf fundraising events ALPHARETTA, Ga. —North Fulton Community Charities recently announced plans for two golf fundraising events this Spring.

On April 29, they will host their 11thannual “Swing Into Action” Golf Tournament at the Country Club of the South, 4100 Old Alabama Road.

The event raises over $100,000 for North Fulton Community Charities to support their mission to build self-sufficiency and prevent homelessness and hunger in our community.

They will also be launching a new fundraising event this year from 4-7 p.m. on April 25 titled Golf “FORE” North Fulton Community Charities at Topgolf, 10900 Westside Parkway. “The Swing Into Action Golf Tournament is our largest fundraising event of the year.” Director of Development at North Fulton Community Charities Holly York said. “It gives those that might not be as avid as golfers the opportunity to come out for a night of fun that supports the charity.”

In order to provide a sponsorship to either event, visit nfcchelp.org.

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Program features testimonials on benefits of chamber membership

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — When Meme Gerena and her husband moved to Forsyth County a few years ago, she decided to quit her job to pursue her passion.

She outlined her path away from healthcare to follow other career interests at the Chamber 2.0 luncheon held at ServePro Jan. 16.

Gerena said her job in healthcare required her to travel constantly, making it hard to forge connections.

“There was always that tug of war between doing things in the community and my traveling,” Gerena said. “They were at odds with each other. I was being invited to speak or attend something, but I always had to travel.”

When the family moved to Alpharetta, she changed job paths and became a Realtor with Keller Williams.

Her husband suggested she get more connected with the community, so she decided to join the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce to help her business grow.

“I thought it was great to connect with the community, be an entrepreneur and work with people,” Gerena said.

“My real estate business took a different approach than most. I wanted it to be relational first, versus I want to sell you a house. I want to get to know you first.

I had to know a lot of business owners and leaders. You can’t just leave your business card somewhere and that’s it.

You have to work for it.”

Andrew Bell, BB&T’s vice president of commercial banking in Forsyth County, learned that same lesson through the chamber. One of his primary job roles is to work with business owners to help them navigate the business world.

As a child, Bell saw his city’s local chamber as a large group where important people were involved.

“You learn from a young age that in business, being part of the business world is a necessity,” Bell said. “That

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Longtime members of the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce speak to potential new members about benefits of joining. looks different for everybody. Being part of a chamber is something I’ve done and believed in since day one.”

Being a part of a chamber is getting a sense of community, he said, but members need to be ready to put time in to get business out of it.

“It can be information gathering, making connections or peer learning,” Bell said. “At the end of the day, it’s to help grow your business. I’ve always believed in it, but being part of it can really continue to move it forward in a positive way.”

Carter Barrett joined the chamber in

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1990. This helped him in his role as a banker with Wachovia, but even more so when he opened his own bank, Community Business Bank.

“Being a member is the best money you can spend if you’re a business person at all,” Barrett said. “It’d be crazy not to be involved. If I had not been involved with the chamber, I think my chances of being successful in business would have diminished greatly. The chamber is probably one of the reasons I’ve remained in business for 30 years.”

To learn more about the chamber, visit cummingforsythchamber.org.

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Congressman Woodall Sheriff’s Office deputy elected to serve on receives Law Enforcement House Transportation and Commendation medal Infrastructure Committee WASHINGTON, DC. — Congressman Rob Woodall, (R-7th), was recently selected to be a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.

During his time on the Transportation and Infrastructure WOODALL Committee, Woodall was instrumental in drafting the FAST Act as a member of the Highways and Transit Subcommittee, which established a competitive grant program that awarded $184 million to expedite construction of the new express lanes on Ga. 400. Additionally, Woodall wrote the law that protected Georgia’s water supply from congressional intervention.

“I am committed to strengthening Georgia’s infrastructure, supporting local job creators, and ensuring safe and efficient travel and commerce across our country,” Woodall said.

DEATH NOTICES

Charles Buice, 78, of Roswell, passed away January 13, 2019. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Joel Canada, 81, of Johns Creek, passed away January 13, 2019. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Danny Croft, 71, of Cumming, passed away January 9, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Jean-Pierre Yves Durand, 79, of Roswell, passed away January 13, 2019.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Roberto G. Fonseca, 90, of Alpharetta, passed away January 12, 2019.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Norman Gonnella, 72, of Alpharetta, passed away January 11, 2019. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth Sheriff Deputy 1st Class John Crane received the Law Enforcement Commendation Medal at the Forsyth County Board of Commissioner’s Meeting on Jan. 3.

The award was presented by members of the Cumming-based, Robert Forsyth Chapter, Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution. This award has been given for the past five years by the chapter.

The Law Enforcement Commendation Medal is presented to those who have served with distinction and devotion in the field of law enforcement. The medal is intended to recognize exceptional service or accomplishment in the field of law enforcement.

Crane is a leader of the Court Security Section and was nominated because he is passionate about the safety and security of everyone within that group. He has demonstrated this by volunteering to attend and help plan building safety meetings, and he serves as a liaison to the citizens working in the different offices in the building. He has assisted his

William M. Harris, 86, of Alpharetta, passed away January 14, 2019.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Pamela Herndon, 60, of Cumming, passed away January 10, 2019.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Antonio D. Hill, 20, of Cumming, passed away January 8, 2019. Arrangements

by McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory.

Bertha Ellen Holland, 78, of Cumming, passed away January 12, 2019.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Michael Lee Joslin, 48, of Cumming, passed away January 13, 2019.

Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory.

Carrol E. McDevitt, 78, of Cumming, passed away January 11, 2019.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

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supervisors in reviewing and suggesting updates and changes in the emergency response section of the Court Security Plan.

He regularly mentors the newer deputies not because it is his responsibility, but because he wants to help everyone on the team learn and improve. His supervisors cited him as a self-starter in all aspects of his job, and commended his willingness to help out wherever he is needed, often stepping up and taking on other duties without complaint, and doing so in an efficient manner while showing respect to everyone.

SPECIAL/Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution

The award was presented by members of the Cumming-based, Robert Forsyth Chapter, Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution to Forsyth Sheriff Deputy 1st Class John Crane, center.

Juanita Gihovanna Mendoza, 19, of Cumming, passed away January 14, 2019. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory.

Sabina Souza, 77, of Roswell, passed away January 10, 2019.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Stanley Nichols, 63, of Cumming, passed away January 9, 2019.

Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory.

Charles Edwin Stone, 87, of Cumming, passed away January 11, 2019.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Joseph L. LaGrange, 68, of Cumming, passed away January 15, 2019.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Doyle L. Laury, 81, of Cumming, passed January 11, 2019. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Leon L. Samples, 84, of Cumming, passed away January 16, 2019.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

William Augustus Schaefer, 82, of Cumming, passed away January 9, 2019. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory.

Carol Thomas, 73, of Suwanee, passed away January 13, 2019. Arrangements

by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Richard Veach, 76, of Suwanee, passed away January 14, 2019. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

David K. Woodall, 58, of Roswell, passed away January 11, 2019. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

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