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Truck traffic on upward trend Metro Atlanta, North Georgia expected to see higher volume By DAVID PENDERED SaportaReport
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NORTH METRO ATLANTA — State transportation officials are predicting a boon in truck traffic by 2050 in Metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Rail cargo also is likely to increase significantly, along with congestion at grade-level intersections of train tracks and roads. The I-85 corridor is the center of a big jump projected in facilities for manufacturing goods and agricultural production, and with them the need to move raw and finished goods. Counties on or near the highway, between South Carolina and Alabama, are forecast to rank in the top quartile for industrial growth. Social dynamics also make an imprint on freight movements in the region, including E-commerce and residential infill in longtime industrial areas. “We see that [E-commerce] as the new paradigm we’re looking at for trucks on our roadways,” said Jannine Miller, planning director at Georgia Department of Transportation. “More of the cargo that gets to households and businesses is flowing to destinations on freight vehicles, rather than in personal vehicles.” Northwest Atlanta is one place where tensions are growing between longtime industrial users and an influx of new
residents. For 70 years, the area has been the city’s designated rail yard and industrial complex, located between Buckhead and the Chattahoochee River. Atlanta City Councilman Dustin Hillis provided $12,000 from his office account to help pay for a city-led study to find
ways to reduce conflicts among users. “We’ll look for the best ways to get to those industrial areas without barreling 18-wheelers through residential neighborhoods,” Hillis said.
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Truck traffic is expected to rise considerably in Forsyth County and all of North Georgia by 2050, Georgia DOT officials say.
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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – Forsyth County commissioners are examining whether a faith-based facility on Kelly Mill Road west of Cumming should be allowed to expand operations as a gathering site for its worshippers. At a Sept. 16 commission meeting, officials heard from 10 nearby residents who spoke against the proposal, maintaining the Hindu Center of Atlanta has ignored safety codes and continues to disrupt the quality of life in the area with highintensity lighting. Patrons of the center argue they have worked to mitigate neighbors’ concerns, and their attorney claims proposed restrictions the county wants to place on the expansion violates the community’s First Amendment rights. The center is seeking a conditional use permit to construct a worship center and priest’s residence on the property. Neighbors said the high-intensity beam lighting from the center spills
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Cumming couple cited in animal cruelty case FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Two Cumming dog owners were arrested Sept. 24 after deputies found two starving canines in their Carriage Court home. Leyla Kadyrova Russell, 30, and Holden Michael Russell, 26, were both charged with three counts of aggravated cruelty to animals. They’ve both been released from jail on bond. Forsyth County Animal Services on Sept. 23 reported a possible case of animal cruelty to the Sheriff’s Office. A local veterinarian called Animal Services after the pair brought a malnourished dog to their clinic for treatment. The vets reported that the malnourishment was so severe that it caused wounds that left the dog’s bone exposed outside of its body. Veterinarians said the wound showed that the animal had been suffering for a long time. The dog had to be euthanized. Deputies got a warrant to search the Russell’s home and found two more dogs severely underweight and starving to death. Investigators said the dogs were living in deplorable conditions with no access to food or water. Animal Services seized both dogs and took them into emergency care.
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CUMMING, Ga. — Cumming police arrested a Winder man who reportedly broke into a Walmart along Market Place Boulevard early Sept. 26 and stole air cannisters. Jonathan Thomas Archer, 30, was charged with second-degree burglary. According to police, Archer forced his way into the Walmart shortly before 5 a.m. when the store was closed.
PUBLIC SAFETY Surveillance video showed a man enter the store through a door in the Home Goods area. He had to force the automatic doors apart because the sensors had been turned off. The suspect grabbed a pair of two-packs of air cannisters from the electronics section then went to the bathroom. An overnight employee spotted him as he walked out and escorted him back to the Home Goods exit. Police and Forsyth County deputies found Archer lying on pallets behind the store huffing the canned air. There were about 10 used cannisters in the area and an unopened package, according to police.
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CUMMING, Ga. — Cumming police were searching for a man wanted for breaking into automobiles. The Cumming Police Department issued a public bulletin Sept. 24 asking for help identifying the suspect, who was seen on surveillance camera while visiting the Good Ole Days bar on Atlanta Road late Sept. 16. He is described as a white male with dark hair and a medium build. He appeared to have a tattoo on his right forearm and was sporting a full beard when he was spotted at Good Ole Days, according to deputies. Investigators said the suspect left the bar in a red Chevrolet Silverado 2500. Anyone with information is asked to contact Cumming Police Department Sgt. Nicole Esquilin at 770-781-2000 or 470-586-2461.
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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Deputies responded to dispute between co-workers at a parts supplier along Anderson Road in Alpharetta on Sept. 14. The altercation took place at Corrugated Gear and Services, an industrial equipment manufacturing company.
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Drug & DUI Arrests Luciano Ramirez-Arellano, 39, of Tidewater Crossing, Alpharetta, was arrested Sept. 13 on McFarland Parkway for DUI, possession of alcohol container by driver and failure to maintain lane. Jesse Deforest Reed, 37, of Clifton Downs Drive SE, Atlanta, was arrested Sept. 13 on Ga. 400 for DUI, speeding, possession of marijuana and possession of a schedule I controlled substance. Sunil K. Kasarla, 45, of Wollaston Road, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 14 on Bethelview Road for DUI, driving on wrong side of roadway and failure to maintain lane. Jorge A. Pajares Zaldivar, 52, of Shallow Ridge Road NE, Kennesaw, was arrested Sept. 14 on Ga. 400 for DUI and speeding. Charles Robert Seltzer, 60, of Hembree Forest Circle, Roswell, was arrested Sept. 15 on Ga. 400 for DUI, possession of methamphetamine, possession of open alcohol container by driver and failure to maintain lane. Melissa Ann Butler, 49, of Emerald Lane, Jasper, was arrested Sept. 15 on Bethelview Road for DUI, possession of open alcohol container by driver and failure to yield right of way while turning left. Neil Waggoner Monette, 38, of Fox Creek Drive, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 16 on Campground Road for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Elizabeth Campbell, 53, of Morning Glory Ridge, Canton, was arrested Sept. 16 on Atlanta Highway for DUI. Nathan Michael Smith, 29, of Crow Drive, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 16 on Crow Drive for possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of firearm or knife during commission of a felony and possession of drug-related objects. Autumn Nicole Lane, 26, of Tulip Drive, Decatur, was arrested Sept. 16 on Ga. 400 for DUI, speeding and failure to maintain lane. Javier Alberto Hernandez Loperena, 40, of Lake Center Parkway, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 16 on Canton Road for DUI, speeding and driving without a valid license. Robert Benjamin Tomasello, 39, of Dunwoody Park, Atlanta, was arrested Sept. 17 on Ga. 400 for DUI, affixing reflective materials to windshield or windows and expired or failure to obtain a Georgia license in 30 days. Daniel Jose Arenas Santamaria, 31, of Dandelion Way, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 17 on Bethelview Road for DUI, speeding and failure to maintain lane. See ARRESTS, Page 21
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Planning Commission votes to raise limits on shed sizes By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmedia.com CUMMING, Ga. — Forsyth County is looking to ease some of the restrictions faced by property owners in agriculture districts on outbuildings. Planning Commission members voted unanimously Sept. 28 to recommend relaxing some of the restrictions on sheds for properties zoned A1 agriculture. The commission voted to amend the Unified Development Code to increase the size of sheds allowed on the properties without obtaining a building permit, so long as they observe setbacks and other proscribed uses. Heather Ryan, Forsyth County Policy Planning Division manager, said the move comes in the wake of suggestions made by residents to county officials. Planning Commission members approved an amendment to the Unified Development Code that sheds would be allowed without a building permit if the enclosure: • Has a floor area no greater than 280 square feet. • Is not served by electrical, water, gas or sewer. • Is no greater than 16 feet in height. • Complies with all setbacks. Planning Commissioner Nedal Shawkat said it is frustrating to property owners with large lots that they cannot pick up one of the larger outbuildings at a Home Depot without first obtaining a building permit. Concrete after hours Commissioners also suggested another amendment to the UDC covering concrete pours at active commercial building permits. Right now, the county code allows pours between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. on weekdays and from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays. Crews seeking to conduct pours outside those parameters would be required to make the request prior to the activity by way of application to the Department of Building and Economic Development. Pours would include tilt walls, slabs and retaining walls, and authorization would be granted in certain cases to avoid traffic
tie-ups and accommodate temperature extremes. Building and Economic Development Director Vivian Vakili said she would consider each application, taking into account its effect on residents. “We’re going to be looking at it very scientifically from the decibel chart, looking at measurements,” she said, adding that the matter will return before the commission for public hearing. “We’re very interested to hear what the public input will be.” She said the department is contemplating requiring the contractor post contact information alongside the building permit at the site. Amphibian kennel approved In other matters handled at the Sept. 28 meeting, the Planning Commission approved a permit for resident Michelle Hoy to operate a kennel to breed amphibians at her home on Country Creek Drive. The matter drew a warning from nearby resident William Anderson who asked that the permit be restrictive to animals not harmful to humans. Amphibians, he said, can include certain varieties of frogs whose skin can be poisonous to the touch. He said the neighborhood features a small creek where escaped amphibians could enjoy an accommodating lifestyle. He stressed that he wasn’t trying to be an alarmist, but he wants to ensure the permit takes measures to guard against unforeseen circumstances that may create a hazard. Commissioner Shawkat assured Anderson that the permit would be restrictive. He said Hoy’s application attests to her practice of following rules, adding she has already received a breeding license from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the state. The permit lists Hoy as having axolotls, related to the tiger salamander family, and some Amazon milk frogs in a small terrarium in her home. Shawkat said Hoy has no plans to breed the creatures, but if they reproduce, she would like a permit to sell the offspring. Actions taken by the Planning Commission serve as recommendations to the Forsyth County Commission, which has final say before they become adopted.
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Continued from Page 1 These circumstances have raised the profile of two major initiatives — updates of long-range plans to accommodate the freight and logistics sector, at the state and regional levels. One is to be conducted by the Georgia Department of Transportation, the other by the Atlanta Regional Commission. Both agencies are in the process of hiring consultants to help oversee the two independent projects. Final reports are expected from GDOT by late 2022, and from ARC by mid2023. GDOT anticipates f approval of its update in early 2023 from the Federal Highway Administration. ARC intends to complete its freight update in time for it to inform the 2024 Atlanta Region’s Plan Update, an ARC official said. The reality of freight movement is that trucks move most of the freight transported in Georgia — almost 82 percent of the total tonnage. According to an analysis of figures Miller provided in her Sept. 16 report to GDOT’s board, the proportions in 2019 were: • Truck: 81.9 percent; 439.2 million tons • Railroad: 13.5 percent; 72.6 million tons • Multiple modes: 0.44 percent; 23.7 million tons • Air: 0.0007 percent; 0.4 million tons These figures may evolve as Georgia’s inland ports offer an alternative method to reach the Port of Savannah. The idea is that freight will be shipped by truck to and from facilities in Cordele, Chatsworth and a planned facility in Gainesville. At these facili-
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The evaluation of proposed truck-only lanes for northbound trucks along I-75 has advanced to the stage of preliminary engineering. ties, freight will be transferred to a rail car and delivered to or from Savannah. Trucks also are the favored vehicle for transporting food products. Georgia is a pipeline for everything from beer to milled grains on the route between Florida and the Midwest. The amount of truck traffic on I-75 prompted Georgia’s decision to plan construction of two non-tolled, truckonly lanes for northbound vehicles between the areas of Macon and McDonough. The project is the preliminary engineering stage and the most recent update on the project is the virtual Industry Forum convened June 1. About 150 individuals signed the sign-in sheet, representing investors, contractors and consultants. This article was originally published on SaportaReport.com. CDAR Member SWIFT Code: GMCBUS3A
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onto adjacent properties and they have had some issues with noise into the evenings. Those lodging public objections said they welcome faith gatherings, but the center is not observing laws established to protect property owners from enjoying their own homes. They also joined commissioners in condemning an incident recently in which signs carrying hate speech were posted on the roadway near the center. The signs included the letters N and O in white and gray paint with a bright red dot at the top of the letter O. Commissioner Alfred John said the placement of the signs implies that it is targeted toward people of Indian origin. “The Indian community is part of the diverse, growing population of Forsyth County, and I am proud to be counted as one among them,” John said. “While we don’t know who did it or what their motivation was, we do know that the population is not shaken, rattled or intimidated by this act.” John spoke with the sheriff and the matter are being investigated. “Unity is a strength and backbone of our community. We might not all
agree on various issues, we might not understand each other but we will stay united,” John said. Another element cited against any expansion at the center was a December fire that destroyed one of the outbuildings at the complex. Fire officials reported at the meeting that the fire was determined to have been caused by faulty wiring creating an overload on the circuit supplying power to the building. Speaking on behalf of the worship center, attorney Ethan Underwood said his client was never notified of the issues or proposed modifications to conditions. The modifications include: 25-foot buffer to be placed in between the temple and neighboring property Parking for all events shall either be contained completely on site or off-site parking at bona fide parking areas with shuttle or bus service to this location must be provided. Chain link fencing is prohibited along any road frontage Underwood also said no official citations were issued and said that the “significant zoning restrictions” have never been placed on any other synagogue, church or mosque. Commissioners are expected to consider adoption of the conditions at their next regular meeting on Oct. 7.
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Redistricting process kicks off for New Hope Elementary By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmedia.com CUMMING, Ga. — The redistricting process to fill New Hope Elementary School next year is currently underway as district officials seek community input for the final attendance lines. The school is currently under construction on a 42-acre site off Castleberry Road and will open to students in August 2022. The school is expected to pull students from nearby Big Creek, Brandywine, Shiloh Point, Midway, Shiloh Point, Vickery Creek and Whitlow elementary schools, although other schools may be impacted. “The goal is to populate New Hope Elementary and to relieve overcrowding at existing schools,” said Jennifer Caracciolo, communications director for Forsyth County Schools. Deputy Superintendent Mitch Young said rising 5th graders will be allowed to remain at their current schools. Siblings may stay for one additional year. “We will use the same guidelines we’ve used for past elementary redistricting and allow 5th graders a waiver so they may finish [at their current school],” Young said, noting parents will be responsible for transportation.
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ATLANTA, Ga. — The real estate market in Metro Atlanta has experienced a prolonged lack of inventory as the number of available homes falls behind demand. As a Realtor for HOME Real Estate and an Associate Broker for The Kloster Group, Allison Kloster says her goal is to find “creative ways to win” her clients their ideal home. For more than 20 years, Kloster has been serving homeowners and buyers, but her love of houses pre-dates her career as a Realtor. “I have enjoyed looking at houses since I was 18 years old,” she said. “We used to go to open houses all the time.” Kloster said she loves helping people most, because Realtors are often called in for life-changing events, a marriage, growing family, downsizing or other milestones. She said that since becoming a Realtor, she hasn’t “looked back once,” declaring it is the best decision of her life next to marrying her husband and partner. For years, she said she has enjoyed creating connections with her clients while helping them find the perfect home to suit their needs. Kloster recently began working with HOME Real Estate to service buyers of all price points. Formed with a group of successful agents, the company’s aim is to meet the demands of the market throughout the Atlanta area. Despite the fast-paced work environment and seven-day work weeks, she enjoys her work with the company in association with her team at The Kloster Group. “I am honored to be involved, and it is just so rewarding,” Kloster said. “It is very personal to me, and I care very
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DUNWOODY, Ga. — The initial phase of the redistricting process in Georgia premiered Sept. 27 with the release of proposed congressional district maps that could shape elections over the next decade. The proposed district boundaries alter three seats currently held by Democrats in Fulton, DeKalb and Forsyth counties. While the maps are preliminary, the implications are evident that Republican legislators are seeking to thwart Democratic gains in the north metro suburbs. The areas were once Republican strongholds but have changed in population and demographics over the last decade. The General Assembly will convene Nov. 3 in a special session called by Republican Gov. Brian Kemp to commence the redistricting process that follows the release of census data every 10 years. The maps will be codified as bills and may go through multiple iterations before boundaries are locked down. Once cleared by Georgia House and Senate votes, the bills move to the governor for consideration. The final districts may be used in the next election cycle or on a date specified in the law. For the second time in state history, Republicans control how congressional districts will be drawn. Census data released earlier this year showed Georgia’s population increased 10.6 percent from 2010 and 2020, a population increase of one million people, just shy of enough to add another congressional seat. With the proposed maps, Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan and Sen. John Kennedy (R-Macon), the chairman of the Senate Redistricting and Reapportionment Committee, issued a statement indicating a commitment to transparency and fairness. “It is clear that this map not only meets principles of redistricting, but we are proud to present a map that, regardless of political party, Georgians can be proud of,” Duncan said. “Ensuring that any maps we produce are fair, compact, and keep communities of interest together, will continue to be of upmost importance.”
Kennedy said the committee has worked to ensure that citizens from all regions of the state were heard. Ten town halls permitting public comments were held over the summer. One hearing was held June 29 at South Forsyth High School in Cumming. A political shuffling of Democratic voting blocs would follow in Districts 4, 6 and 7 if the current maps are adopted. Dunwoody and a portion of north DeKalb County would move from District 6, now held by Rep. Lucy McBath (DSandy Springs), to District 4, held by Rep. Hank Johnson (D-Decatur). In the current and proposed maps, Johnson’s representation of Rockdale and Newton Counties remain unaffected. Republican-dominated Forsyth County, which now lies in District 7 and is represented by Lawrenceville Democrat Carolyn Bourdeaux, would be moved to McBath’s District 6, adding a greater chance the seat could flip back to the GOP. Bourdeaux’s seat would likely remain in Democratic control with the new district representing about half of Gwinnett County, after adding the Gwinnett portion of Johnson’s old District. The revised District 7 would include a portion of Johns Creek in Fulton County. Since the 2018 midterms, Democrats have cut into the Republican majority in Georgia’s congressional delegation, spurred by metro Atlanta voters. Republicans hold eight districts, while Democrats hold six. McBath flipped a seat in 2018 held by Republicans since 1979. Bourdeaux likewise flipped a seat held by Republicans since 2003. Bourdeaux’s office declined to comment until the final maps were approved, citing legal concerns. Jake Orvis, McBath’s campaign manager, said the representative is focused on serving her constituents and the state of Georgia. “(McBath’s) work has included sponsoring twice as many bills which became law than her Republican predecessors did in 14 years,” Orvis said. “Rep. McBath’s overwhelming 9-point win in 2020 is proof the people of the 6th want her to continue serving them and that is exactly what they should get.”
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Cloudland again: The Waterfalls Trail Last week we took a trip to Cloudland Canyon, the centerpiece of the state park of the same name up in northwestern Georgia near the town of Rising Fawn. We checked out the West Rim Trail, an easily accessible trail that offers spectacular views and as little or as much hiking adventure as you want. By way of review: The West Rim STEVE HUDSON Trail is a “lollipop” trail, consisting Get Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net of an approach trail (the stick of the lollipop) with a loop trail (the lollipop itself) at the end. It’s great, and it’s one of my favorites. It’s also the gateway to another of my favorite trails – the so-called Waterfalls Trail which carries you to the park’s two major waterfalls, Hemlock Falls and Cherokee Falls. Ahh…the waterfalls trail! On the park’s trails map, it’s just a short little dashed line. A short trail to two nice waterfalls! How short? Only two miles round trip – not much more than a stroll around the neighborhood, and completing it is one step toward earning membership in the Canyon Climber’s Club, a Georgia State Parks program for folks who love hiking. It all sounds relaxing, doesn’t it? Well…. What the map doesn’t tell you is that there is a LOT of elevation change along that little dashed line. From top to bottom, and depending on exactly how you count it, the trail descends between 800 and 900 feet. For the sake of conversation, let’s call it 850. Eight hundred and fifty feet! “That’s a lot of elevation change,” whisper my knees. To put 850 feet in perspective, do a little math and put it in terms of stories, as in stories of a building. The all-knowing Interweb tells me that one story is about 10.8 feet. So do the division. You’ll get 78.7. That means that you’ve got almost 80 stories of descending to do on the
way to the bottom of the falls trail…plus another 80 or so stories of ascent to get back to the top at the end. “You have got to be kidding,” say the knees again, reminding me that in last week’s column I called this one the “Knee-Killin’ Cardiac Arrest Trail of Biblical Proportions.” Make no mistake: This is a strenuous trail. If you’re not sure about your physical condition you might not want to try it. Take this seriously. And then there’s the sign you see before you begin the descent. “ATTENTION HIKERS,” it says, in big ol’ capital letters. “BE ALERT FOR FALLING ROCK IN CANYON.” The sign points out that the canyon is a work in progress, which is another way of saying that rocks will do what rocks will do. “It is possible that occasional rocks and debris will fall from the canyon walls,” the sign points out helpfully. “Please be aware of this possibility as you hike in the canyon.” Falling rocks from canyon walls? “Enjoy your visit!” the sign concludes. What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. Right? Undeterred, and with no attention to the increasingly plaintive pleadings from my knees, I set out. The Waterfalls Trail departs from the “stick” portion of the West Rim lollipop trail and wastes no time showing you what you’re in for. It consists of a series of short, sharp descents interspersed with lots and lots and lots of stairs. How many stairs? The official number is about 600, but I think it may be closer to 50,000 or maybe a million. “Lots and lots and lots” sums it up pretty well. The route is unmistakable and easy to follow, though some of the “trail” portions are rocky. As you descend, you’ll often have canyon wall close on one side and not much but treetops and air on the other, with wooden railings for good measure. At one point an enormous mass of rock completely overhangs the trail; that one’s a popular resting spot, especially on the way out of the canyon.
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Interspersed among the sections of dirt-and-rock trail are those inescapable sections of stairs. Descending them works on your knees (and ascending them later on works on everything and certainly takes care of your cardio workout for the day). But it’s worth it. Stick with it, keep going, and pretty soon you’ll come to the left-leading spur which takes you to Hemlock Falls. This See HUDSON, Page 21
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Hudson: Continued from Page 20 waterfall plunges over a lip of rock into a broad plunge pool, and you can enjoy the view from one of the boulders along the pool’s edge. From Hemlock Falls, backtrack to the main trail and continue your descent into the canyon. Eventually, you’ll come to a small platform and a sign directing you left (to Cherokee Falls) or right to the Sitton’s Gulch Trail, another Cloudland
Arrests: Continued from Page 2 Pankaj Naresh Jain, 62, of Cascading Creek Court, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 17 on Post Road for DUI and failure to maintain lane. James Linden Fancher, 23, of Lakewood Road, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 17 on Ga. 400 for DUI and speeding. Salim Hajiani, 42, of Veterans Parkway, Barnesville, was arrested Sept. 17 on Atlanta Highway for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Sonya Jamille Harper, 49, of Estuary Trail, Alpharetta, was arrested Sept. 17 on Ga. 400 for DUI and speeding. Manuel Albert Guerrero, 27, of Portland, Oregon, was arrested Sept. 17 on Buford Highway for three counts of possession of schedule I or II controlled substance with intent to distribute, possession of drugrelated objects and speeding. Rachel Elizabeth Parks, 29, of McGinnis Ferry Road, Suwanee, was arrested Sept. 17 on McGinnis Ferry Road for DUI and speeding. Katherine Megan Matthew, 28, of Victoria Walk, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 17 on Buford Dam Road for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Michael Ivory Smith, 23, of Rex Mill Terrace, Rex, was arrested Sept. 17 on Buford Highway for DUI, racing and improper/erratic lane change. Olufunke Jadesola Bankole, 31, of Berke-
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Canyon State Park hiking opportunity. For now, turn left toward the falls. This spur ends at an observation platform that gives you a great view of Cherokee Falls plus a comfortable bench where you can rest for a while. It’s also a good place for a snack – in my case, those beloved sardines and crackers. Eventually, inevitably, you’ll need to call it a day and begin that long, long ascent back to your car. Sure, it’s a lot of steps. But if the 84-year-old great-grandmother I met on the trail can do it, so can you – and so can I. Yes, I did it. And you can bet I’ll do it again.
ley Run, Atlanta, was arrested Sept. 18 on Peachtree Parkway for DUI and driving wrong side of roadway. Sahil Madan, 33, of Oak Hill Terrace, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 18 on Atlanta Road for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Pedro Macias, 53, of Fort Daniels Drive, Dacula, was arrested Sept. 18 on Atlanta Road for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Fernando Pedraza Pedraza, 32, of Kelly Mill Road, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 18 on Ga. 400 for DUI, possession of open alcohol container by driver and failure to maintain lane. Almedina Zukic, 25, of Kimberly Beth Place, Sugar Hill, was arrested Sept. 18 on Buford Highway for DUI, speeding and failure to maintain lane. Michael Stanley Williams, 36, of English Manor Circle, Stone Mountain, was arrested Sept. 18 on Ga. 400 for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Gregory Winn Simpson, 58, of Brook Valley Drive, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 19 on Buford Dam Road for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Amina K. Etuazim, 23, of Jefferson Court, Alpharetta, was arrested Sept. 19 on Ga. 400 for DUI, possession of open alcohol container by driver, failure to report striking fixed object and failure to maintain lane. Juan Antonio Dominguez, 36, of Sunrise Circle, Cumming, was arrested Sept. 19 on Canton Highway for DUI, possession of open alcohol container by driver and driving without a valid license.
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Blotter: Continued from Page 2 The victim told deputies he got into an argument with a co-worker identified at Clinton Tiernan Coleman, a 34-year-old Dawsonville man. The victim said Coleman tried to punch him during the dispute and threatened to kill him. Coleman admitted that he tried to punch his co-worker, according to deputies. He was charged with simple assault and terroristic threats.
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DEATH NOTICES William Durham, 87, of Cumming, passed away on September 30, 2021. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory. Kenneth Hanniford, 86, of Alpharetta, passed away on September 27, 2021. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.
Barbara Holbrooks, 87, of Cumming, passed away September 27, 2021. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.
Mickey Neisler, 58, of Cumming, passed away September 23, 2021. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.
Paul Knuckles, 87, of Roswell, passed away on September 22, 2021. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.
Betty Schmidt, 89, of Cumming, passed away September 21, 2021. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.
Stanley Shoemaker, 73, of Alpharetta, passed away on September 22, 2021. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory. Christopher Vandergriff, 51, of Cumming, passed away September 21, 2021. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.
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