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City works to reduce downtown accidents

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Incumbents prevail on Election Day

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Northside expands orthopedic programs

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Forsyth County salutes its veterans A veteran salutes the flags Nov. 9 at the annual Veteran’s Day ceremony held at the Cumming Fairgrounds. Read more, Page 20.

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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A 23-year-old man was arrested for burglary Nov. 4 after he was caught inside a home off Ivey Trace.

Justin Riley, of Dahlonega, was found inside the home around 1:15 a.m. after homeowners notified the Sheriff’s Office of an unidentified male inside the home.

When he was discovered, the suspect fled the home, dropping $420 in cash that the resident said was taken from the homeowner’s unlocked car parked in the driveway.

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Daughter accused of theft from 70-year-old mother FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A 51-year-old woman from Cumming is under investigation for allegedly stealing items from her mother while she was out of town.

The 70-year-old mother told authorities her daughter took a Chevrolet Tahoe, $1,500 worth of gold jewelry and $30,000 in cash from a lockbox in the mother’s bedroom. Deputies could not reach the daughter by phone or at her house.

The mother said she allows her daughter to use the car, so deputies did not consider it stolen.

Investigators say appliance caused fire in kitchen

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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A fire, believed to have been caused by a coffee pot, damaged part of a kitchen at a home on Old Burma Road.

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About 30 minutes later, deputies responded to another home in the subdivision where an unidentified man had been ringing the doorbell.

When deputies arrived, they found an open basement door and began to clear the residence. They found Riley in a basement bathroom.

After a brief struggle, Riley was arrested and taken to the Forsyth County Jail on charges of burglary and theft. The suspect was wearing an ankle monitor issued from a different county.

the kitchen with some smoke damage throughout the residence. The owner said he sleeps with a fan on and noticed it not working during the night, so he got out of bed to investigate. He noticed the fire in the kitchen and saw it was between the stove and counter, and it looked like it was coming out of the wall.

A Mr. Coffee machine on the counter close to the edge near the stove had melted. The stove had not been used in several days. The man said there was no repair work or problems with the coffee maker.

Investigators determined the coffee pot started the fire, and the fire was deemed accidental.

Worker arrested in connection with burglary FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Deputies arrested a 33-year-old construction worker after he was found in possession of stolen jewelry. A homeowner reported someone broke into her house off Hurt Bridge Road while she was not at home.

She said several pieces of jewelry and pain medication were taken from her bedroom. Additionally, a gun rack was missing guns and gun-cleaning kits.

An investigator learned the woman had dealings with a local construction worker who had performed upkeep

around the house. Authorities had already detained the worker in connection with a suspicious person call five miles from the woman’s house.

The man was found to be in possession of stolen items and narcotics, and the jewelry matched the missing items from the woman’s home along with the prescription bottles with her name. He was arrested for first-degree burglary.

Man faces drug charge after napping in car FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — One man was arrested recently after he was found napping in a car containing marijuana.

A deputy was on patrol in the abandoned neighborhood Greenleaf off Anderson Lake Road when he saw four people sleeping in a car in a cul-de-sac.

The four men said they went to the Cumming Fair the night before, returned to a friend’s house later that night and were locked out. So they decided to sleep in their car. A search of the car turned up marijuana and scales. An investigator determined the 41.6 grams of marijuana was for distribution purposes.

One of the 18-year-old men was charged with possession of marijuana over one ounce and intent to distribute.

The other three men were released.

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NEWS

Cumming studies how to decrease downtown traffic accidents

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — The City of Cumming is stepping up its safety measures in the downtown square after a pedestrian was hit by a car while crossing the street a few weeks ago.

Mayor Troy Brumbalow told the City Council Nov. 6 the pedestrian was in the cross walk, and is the fourth accident he knows of in this location.

Often, the accidents occur when drivers are turning left in the downtown intersection at the same time someone is attempting to cross the street.

“They had enough sight distance to see the person,” Brumbalow said.

The city has looked into where they could alleviate some of the issues, and found they control the area in the downtown square between the Forsyth County Courthouse and Administration Building.

“That cross walk is the DOT’s,” he said. “One thought is if we move back where you’re supposed to stop about 15 feet, you’ll be further back and will have more sight distance to see pedestrians walking. If you eliminate the right turn on red to go north on Ga. 9, then if people follow the law and signs, it’ll protect the pedestrians. There’s no guarantee though.”

Brumbalow said an engineer is work-

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This intersection in downtown Cumming of Veterans Memorial Blvd. and East Main St. has seen quite a few car crashes this year, including pedestrians struck while crossing. ing with the state to determine if they can move the stop bar on the ground back. The city has the authority to put a “no right on red” sign there, he said.

This change is personal for Brumbalow.

“I’ve almost been hit in that intersection by someone trying to turn right,” Brumbalow said. “I would’ve been hit

had someone not been hit a few days earlier. It was fresh on my mind. I started to walk from the Administration Building to City Hall. I saw the lady looking left at the traffic so I didn’t move since she wasn’t walking. Sure enough, if I walked in she would have turned and hit me.”

Brumbalow spoke with Forsyth Com-

mission Chairman Todd Levent who said the cost of getting a digital cross walk would be about $70,000 each.

On the square, 12 devices would be needed costing a total of at least $840,000. The county is looking into funding that, Brumbalow said, because their employees have to cross those streets daily.

County considers buffers between neighborhoods, gas stations

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — When new gas stations come up on the Forsyth County Commission docket, there’s almost sure to be a string of residents registering concerns about the businesses’ proximity to their neighborhoods.

Debate over the issue highlighted a Nov. 6 Forsyth County Commission work session.

Officials directed county staff to explore current buffers for a recommendation as to how future applications should be considered.

Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills said she was worried about gas stations that are currently being developed.

“I’m saying because there’s one gas station that’s coming in right now, should we change our entire Unified Development Code because of that?” Mills said. “Just because (a neighborhood) doesn’t like one coming in, should we change our entire UDC?” But Commission Chairman Todd Levent said the buffer issue will be de-

I’m saying because there’s one gas station that’s coming in right now, should we change our entire Unified Development Code because of that? Just because (a neighborhood) doesn’t like one coming in, should we change our entire UDC?” Cindy Jones Mills Forsyth County Commissioner cided so future stations will know what’s acceptable before even beginning the application process.

“How far would you want a gas station to be from your back deck with several hundred cars coming and going, especially at night?” Levent said.

“You have to think about the noise and slamming doors and they’re heavy traffic areas. You come, get what you need and go. Fast in and fast out.

Typically there’s not a house or sub-

division right up behind them. We’re trying to protect those people from not being stuck after they’ve lived there a period of time.”

County Attorney Ken Jarrard said they could work on the zoning so the gas stations must be part of a shopping center. Levent agreed saying such an arrangement would help establish a buffer between the homes and the stores.

“The problem is we’re a bedroom community and we have subdivisions

that are located on major highways like Ga. 400, Ga. 369 and McGinnis Ferry Road,” Mills said. “Now you have commercial wanting to come in. There will be other commercials that want to come in.”

Jarrard said gas stations are always zoned as Conditional Use Permits, and the conditions for those may prevent this problem.

“Commissioners could deny the CUP,” Levent said. “It happened a little while ago. The bottom line is you need minimum standards that are reasonable.”

Commissioner Laura Semanson said her district deals with this often, but she wants the standards to be based on some sort of fact.

Mills agreed and said each situation needs to be determined on a case-bycase basis to see what’s surrounding the area and the location, rather than rendering decisions based on a set number.

“Just look out the window and see how close you’d want a gas station to your backyard,” Levent said. “Go measure it.”

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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Incumbents in Forsyth County had a relatively easy time holding their seats in the Nov. 6 General Election.

The election drew a 65 percent turnout of registered voters in Forsyth County.

In the Georgia Senate, incumbent Republican Sen. Steve Gooch ran unopposed for his seat in District 51.

For District 27, Republican Sen. Greg Dolezal took 72 percent of the votes over Democrat Steve Smith. The seat was previously held by Michael Williams who vacated the spot to run for governor.

In the Georgia House, incumbent Republican Rep. Kevin Tanner held his seat in District 9.

Incumbent Republican Rep. Wes Cantrell kept his seat in District 22 with 60 percent of the votes over Democrat Charles Ravenscraft.

Incumbent Republican Rep. Sheri Gilligan ran unopposed for District 24.

In District 25, incumbent Republican Rep. Todd Jones took 64 percent of votes over Democrat Anita Holcomb Tucker.

The incumbent Republican for District 26, Rep. Marc Morris ran unopposed.

In congressional races, incumbent Republican Rep. Rob Woodall fought to keep his District 7 seat against Democrat Carolyn Bourdeaux. As of Nov. 8, results showed Woodall ahead with fewer than 900 votes, or 50.2 percent.

In District 9, incumbent Republican Rep. Doug Collins swept his race with 80 percent of votes over Democrat Josh McCall.

Various other races were not contested.

Bill Finch kept the Solicitor General seat. Molly Cooper was named Forsyth

District 1 commissioner, Todd Levent remained as Forsyth District 3 commissioner, Wes McCall won the Board of Education District 1 seat, and Kristin Morrissey kept her seat as District 2 Board of Education member.

Voters were asked to consider several questions in this year’s general election.

The Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, a voter-approved sales and use tax in Forsyth County used to fund projects for a specified period of time, up to six years, won renewal from voters.

Forsyth County voters first approved a county SPLOST referendum in 1987, and the current 1 percent sales tax has been continuously extended through voter approval by referendum through June 2019.

The sales tax will continue another six years, raising an estimated $274 million for the purpose of funding roads, streets, bridges and sidewalks, park and recreation, public safety, senior services, water and sewer, libraries and animal services.

Forsyth County voters approved a measure allowing alcohol sales at 11 a.m. on Sundays, 90 minutes earlier than under current law.

The measure was not on the ballot in Cumming.

Statewide, Forsyth County voters overwhelming chose Republican Brian Kemp for governor, with 70 percent of votes, over Democrat Stacey Abrams.

Forsyth County’s own Republican Geoff Duncan took 72 percent of votes in Forsyth County for Georgia Lieutenant Governor in a race against Democrat Sarah Riggs Amico.

In the race for Georgia Secretary of State, Forsyth voters also favored Republican Brad Raffensperger, with 69 percent of the vote. Republican Chris Carr received 72 percent of votes in the race for Georgia Attorney General.

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COMMUNITY

Altrusa fundraiser supports local nonprofits

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Every year, the North Georgia chapter of community service organization Altrusa sends five single parents to college on scholarships funded through donations.

Those parents go on to Lanier Technical College and pursue their diplomas without the added burden of school debt.

Lanier Tech Advancement Coordinator Teresa Grizzle spoke about the scholarship and this year’s recipients Nov. 7 at the 13th annual Altrusa International of North Georgia Fall Fashion Show and luncheon fundraiser at The Metropolitan Club.

She said 12 single parents applied for the $1,000 scholarship this year, and five were selected.

“Altrusa has given more than $40,000 to Lanier Tech since 2007,” Grizzle said. “We are just so grateful to this group.”

One of the recipients is a single mother of four children who will graduate in May 2019 and hopes to open her own private daycare center in the future. Another honoree is in her first semester at Lanier Tech, a single mother of two and plans to go into nursing.

The other three are in the criminal justice program, radiology and healthcare.

“These single mothers not only attend college and take care of their little ones, but they also work,” Grizzle said. “The scholarship they receive from Altrusa is truly appreciated by each of these students. They are very grateful. It is a vital part of how they’re successful

in attending college and completing their programs of study.”

Altrusa also helps CASA, or Court Appointed Special Advocates, a program run by Executive Director Paula Malmfeldt.

“This morning, 147 children in Forsyth County woke up in a foster home,” she said. “Because of a dire shortage of foster homes in our community, they are sent all over the state of Georgia. Some go to Macon, others to Augusta. Our program recruits, trains and supports volunteers who become advocates for these children and make sure their needs are being met through their journey in foster care.”

CASA’s ultimate goal is to reunite the children with their parents. Last year, 65 percent of the kids they served were returned to their homes.

Altrusa is a snowman sponsor this year at The Place of Forsyth’s Holiday House where they give toys and gifts to local families in need. The nonprofit serves residents in Forsyth County by helping with emergency basic needs during difficult times.

The Place Executive Director Joni Smith said Altrusa gives financially, but many members are volunteers.

They expect to give gifts to more than 2,100 children this year, Smith said.

“It takes about 900 volunteers to do Holiday House,” she said. “Please consider coming and volunteering. It’ll change your life. It’s a joyous, happy thing that the community provides for the families in need.”

Altrusa meets the second Tuesday of each month at noon at Tam’s Backstage. Visit districtthree.altrusa. org/north-georgia to learn more.

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Claire Simpson models fashions from Von Maur at the annual Altrusa International of North Georgia Fashion Show Nov. 7 at The Metropolitan Club.

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IN THE INTEREST OF OTHERS:

Providing acceptance for special people

By LEE CHADWICK Guest contributor Erin was a gentle, sensitive girl just slightly different in her manner than other kids her age … now because of that small variance, she is gone.

Chadwick She took her life at 17.

Kids on the autism spectrum frequently have difficulty making friends — and even if they feel like they are making progress during the week, social networking proves to them they are not.

Never invited to a party, or a movie, they can clearly see their classmates enjoying these activities — always without them.

In their grief, Erin’s parents Darren and Stacy Horst, wished there had been a place where Erin could have experienced the relief and comfort of true acceptance, relief that a difference could have made life manageable for her.

So, from that dark and hopeless place, the Horsts created E’s Club, a bright comfortable place where other kids on the spectrum frequently excluded like Erin, could always feel welcome, accepted and included. The Horsts were determined to help protect other parents from experiencing such a unbearable tragedy.

E’s Club was born out of their sheer determination and the resolve of that vision, to serve others.

Frequently, toddlers seem to be developing as expected. Then without much warning, it becomes clear this beautiful child is going to require a uniquely varied combination of opportunities to reach their true potential.

Parents learn that the range of differences in these kids is so drastic that even getting help to define what is possible for them can be nearly impossible.

While other students immerse themselves in the excitement of the college application process, many of these kids will experience this common rite of passage as further evidence that they are, and will always be, outsiders. Entering adolescence brings a growing self-awareness for all kids. For kids on the spectrum it clarifies their difference — compounded and reinforced by the reactions of others.

In my own experience as a chaperone at E’s club, I have spoken to high school seniors (who are college bound) about the philosophy of a civil society and the complex challenges of negotiating policy

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Kids on the autism spectrum frequently have difficulty making friends — and even if they feel like they are making progress during the week, social networking proves to them they are not. with North Korea.

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SCHOOLS

Student Advocacy Specialists build positive relationships

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The “special, strong six” sounds like a group of superheroes, but it’s the nickname for the six Student Advocacy Specialists working with Forsyth County students.

The specialists build positive and appropriate relationships with students, educators and families and guide students to problem-solving.

They engage in crisis prevention, which involves a commitment to continuous learning, primary intervention, assessing volatile situations and anticipating necessary interventions. There is one specialist at each school cluster: • Mike Britt, Forsyth Central • Page Cash, North Forsyth • Beverly Maloney, West Forsyth • Phil Schmidt, South Forsyth • Jessica Stowe, Lambert • Meggan Wright, Denmark The six specialists updated the Forsyth Board of Education Nov. 6 on how their first semester is going so far.

Chief Operations Officer for Safety and Operations Todd Shirley said the moment School Safety Manager Steve Honn suggested the program, he was on board.

“It’s been like a snowball downhill,” Shirley said. “We keep collecting more and more. Right now these guys are doing tremendous things. The important thing for us when we selected these six people was to build a team.”

The job of the specialists is to identify risks, such as students who present a threat to themselves or others, intervene when needed, support the student during and after, and then reconnect.

It take collaboration between the school system, law enforcement and other government agencies, Shirley said.

“We’re all in this thing together,” he said. “It’s been outstanding. They’re working with groups of kids and individuals and I can’t tell you how successful it’s been. I point to Steve’s leadership and we’re honored to have this group.

We hope things continue to be outstanding for us.”

Phil Schmidt is assigned to the South Forsyth cluster and is a teacher by trade, specializing in social studies in middle schools. In the past, he spent part of his time working with students who did not enjoy school and were often unsuccessful.

“Our school system is for us to teach and kids to learn,” Schmidt said. “That’s

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... It’s the coolest thing to think about how much growth we’ve experienced in the community. When they were thinking of building the hospital out on a farm, the thought of 100,000 square feet was huge...

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Northside Forsyth opens new facility to expand orthopedic programs

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — When Northside Hospital Forsyth opened in 1999, it occupied about 100,000 square feet of space.

Now, nearly two decades later, the hospital opened its newest building earlier this year which alone is 135,000 square feet, a testament to just how much the hospital has grown.

The building is dedicated to expanding the hospital’s orthopedic programs, and includes state-of-the-art MRI machines, an expanded therapy room including an anti-gravity treadmill and an aquatic therapy center.

Northside Forsyth administrator Lynn Jackson remembers the hospital’s humble beginnings —three floors and 41-beds.

“You think about how remarkable it is,” she said. “It’s the coolest thing to think about how much growth we’ve experienced in the community. When they were thinking of building the hospital out on a farm, the thought of 100,000 square feet was huge. And it was big for what they had at the time. It was a huge step and we wouldn’t have any of this if we didn’t have that. Thank God people were thinking ahead.”

The hospital’s most recent update is located at 2000 Howard Farm Drive and is the first building not attached to the main hospital. Instead, a walking path from the main building connects the two facilities.

Its focus is orthopedics and sports medicine, which Jackson said is a growing need in the community.

“If you think about orthopedics, you think about sports injuries,” she said.

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One of the biggest highlights of Northside’s new building is the aquatic therapeutic exercise offered in a warm pool on the bottom floor.

“Kids aren’t the only ones involved in athletics. Our parks are very active and people run, bike and compete. Then you add on that we serve a fairly large elderly population with aging joints. We do more joint replacement surgeries than any other hospital in the Southeast.”

Multiple therapies are offered in the new building, including physical, occupational and speech. The department had been in the same location in the main hospital building since it opened.

Northside Forsyth Rehabilitation Manager Jessica Harmon said the facility is a multi-disciplinary setting that sees a wide variety of patients.

“One of the pieces that is unique to our setting here that a lot of nonhospital settings don’t have are all those disciplines,” she said. “They coordinate care between them, so we can ensure we

have the patients’ and families’ goals in mind as we coordinate the care plan so we aren’t overlapping services, but collaborating.”

One of the biggest highlights of the new building is the aquatic therapeutic exercise offered in a warm pool on the bottom floor. Therapists use the buoyancy of the water to reduce the forces of stress on the joints and provide ease of exercise, all under close supervision.

The hospital had been using a pool at the Cumming Aquatics Center since for this type of therapy.

Another feature of the building is an imaging center with an MRI specifically used for orthopedic images.

Northside physicians and other health care professionals provide a full range of care, and a complete list can be found at northside.com/forsyth.

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He told a story about working with a student in his last school system who expressed suicidal thoughts. He went to the administration to get her help, but was given a lack of support by her parents. Later on, the family went through more trauma and the girl asked Schmidt if she could call him dad.

“I didn’t break down right in front of her,” he said. “But it got to me about

Northside Forsyth Rehabilitation Manager Jessica Harmon, left, stands with hospital administrator Lynn Jackson in the expanded rehabilitation room. what it is we’re about. I went into teaching because I love government, politics and history. I stayed in teaching because I loved the interaction of watching kids grow and learn. That moment told me I’m really in it for the relationships with these students. We can’t teach them if we don’t forge these relationships.”

Schmidt said the experience so far has been rewarding.

“It’s been wonderful,” he said. “The relationships we’ve been able to build with these children and their families give them a connection. If we can’t connect with them, we can’t teach them and we can’t do our part to be productive citizens.”

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Atlanta moves past Amazon snub with The Gulch Ongoing training Atlanta officials are not missing a beat after finding out our city will not be the new home of Amazon’s glorified HQ2. Earlier this week, city officials moved forward on a project that will Geoff smith both help land the Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com headquarters of a shipping company that’s been around a little longer, and will transform downtown.

Amazon’s plans were leaked to the media recently that it plans to divide its massive new headquarters between two cities. According to reports, those cities include Crystal City, Va., Dallas and New York City. Cities across the country had been scurrying to put together offers that included everything from tax incentives to actually renaming their city “Amazon” — all in hopes of wooing the new headquarters and the 25,000 employees that were supposed to come with it.

But in doing its due diligence, Amazon found it difficult to land in a city that could provide 25,000 qualified employees and also house them. So according to reports in the Wall Street Journal, it decided to split the headquarters right down the middle.

Georgia and the City of Atlanta are beasts in the world of wooing businesses, and industries for that matter, to relocate to their area. I’ve told stories of my travels to other states where I’ve talked to their representatives only to learn that they all look up to Georgia and its climate for business, growth and prosperity.

They point to the number of successful colleges, our workforce development programs, our economic diversity and our state’s ability to pull together to win deals and improve infrastructure.

For the sixth year in a row, Georgia was named the number one state for

There was a lot of effort put into trying to bring Amazon to Atlanta, and no doubt there are some who may feel defeated.

But by no means is Atlanta losing out. business by Site Selection Magazine.

The magazine does a number of things to generate scores, including interviewing company executives, a survey that ranked Georgia at the top.

It’s hard to say exactly why Atlanta seems to be losing out to the other cities. But an article in the Atlanta Business Chronicle pointed to several things.

One was that Amazon’s team first showed up in Atlanta a couple weeks after then Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle responded to Delta Airlines’ decision to stop offering discounted fares to the NRA by saying he would “kill” any legislation that benefits Delta, if the airline didn’t back down. The Amazon team apparently pressed Gov. Nathan Deal on the issue, asking about the message it sent to corporations. According to the article, they had to set up a meeting with Delta executives and other state officials to try to ease their concerns.

Other issues seemed out of Atlanta’s control. The article pointed to the fact that Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos owns The Washington Post. In addition to being close to his paper, having a headquarters in northern Virginia offers Amazon strong connections to the U.S. government and federal spending.

There was a lot of effort put into trying to bring Amazon to Atlanta, and no doubt there are some who may feel defeated. But by no means is Atlanta losing out. The city has been on a winning streak for what seems like the last 10

years. Just recently it has brought Inspire Brands and 1,110 jobs, Starbucks Corp. and 500 jobs, BlackRock and 1,000 jobs, Salesforce and 600 jobs, and — because of the successful Gulch vote last Monday — Norfolk Southern’s headquarters and its 850 jobs.

The Gulch project vote was a huge win for economic development in Atlanta, and the City Council was being lobbied and pressured from every major business group throughout the city to pass it. The Gulch is about 40 acres of parking lots and rail lines that sit just east of Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Most of the property sits well below street level, and plans are to bring all of it up to street level in the way of a platform.

This alone is estimated to take three years and an estimated at $5 billion. It would add between 1.8 million and 9.3 million square feet of office space, fix a relative eyesore, and connect areas of downtown that have been partitioned by the huge pit. There are only a handful of companies that could even attempt to take on such a project, and business groups didn’t want to miss out on the current opportunity.

Some council members were uncomfortable with the $1.9 billion in public financing that came with the approval — some of which will come from state Enterprise Zone bonds and the city’s Westside Tax Allocation District. But in the end, the council was convinced of the project’s long-term economic development benefits and approved it.

Geoff Smith is a mortgage banker with Assurance Financial focusing on residential home loans for refinances and home purchases.

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There are many training opportunities a small business owner can provide their employees. Learning how to better use computer systems and software, how to better interact with customers, and specific training on how to do their jobs better are just a few important areas.

Training doesn’t just happen. It needs to be an integral part of both your shortand long-term plans. When developing your fiscal year plans, include multiple training opportunities for your employees.

There are a lot of options for training your employees. It doesn’t matter if it’s a traditional classroom-based learning experience, or an on-line course your employees can do on their own. Providing easy access to improve your employees’ skills, business and financial acumen, and other topics important to your success will help your employees to grow along with your small business.

Making ongoing training for your employees a top priority will ensure that their skills and abilities are maximized, and that they are doing their jobs in the most effective and efficient manner. Not only is ongoing training for your employees important, it’s critical to sustain longterm success in your small business!

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JULIA GROCHOWSKI/Herald

Representatives from Vickers Historic Roswell, Roswell Inc and the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce celebrated the official opening of the mixed-use development on Nov. 5.

Canton Street development opens to public

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — A new business has joined the ranks on Canton Street.

Vickers Historic Roswell, a mixed-use development offering luxury apartments, held its ribbon cutting Nov. 5. The complex is located on the northern edge of downtown Roswell, right on the corner of Woodstock Road and Canton Street.

Representatives from both Roswell Inc and the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce were at the ribbon cutting to welcome Vickers to the gateway of Roswell’s Historic District.

Vickers offers dozens of one-, twoand three-bedroom apartments as well as a mix of retail and restaurants on the ground floor. Apartment floor plan sizes vary between 1,100 square feet to almost 2,000 square feet.

The development promotes walkability as one of its main draws, emphasizing its closeness the heart of Roswell, said Property Manager Lyn Stille.

Vickers is less than a 10-minute walk from the dozens of unique restaurants, shops, festivals and entertainment that has made Canton Street famous in the

Metro Atlanta area.

Other amenities Vickers offers include a fitness facility, rooftop party deck, Zen-like courtyard, and covered and reserved parking for residents.

Interior features include quartz countertops, washer and dryers, fire pit, dog run and outdoor living room areas wired for TV. About a third of the apartments have been leased out already, Stille said.

The retail, commercial and office space is about 16,000 square feet in size. No tenants have been named yet, Stille said.

Vickers has drawn criticism in the past by several residents concerning its size, scale and design after it was passed by a split City Council vote in 2015.

But despite past concerns, Stille said the development has recently seen “mostly good” responses from the community.

“The people from the neighborhood that have come to tour are very impressed with the interiors of the apartments and also the interior of the building itself,” Stille said.

For information on Vickers Historic Roswell, visit vickersroswell.com.

BUSINESSBRIEF Harry Norman Realtors welcomes Lisa Murphy CUMMING, Ga. — Harry Norman Realtors The Collection at Forsyth recently welcomed Lisa Murphy as one of the newest members of its growing team.

Murphy is a graduate of The Barney Fletcher Schools and a Member of the 400 North Board of Realtors. She has been a resident of the Atlanta area for the past 18 years.

Murphy also has a background in marketing.

She currently lives in Forsyth County with her husband Robert.

When she’s not playing with their two golden doodles, Dakota and Schmooze, you may find her playing tennis, cooking, or volunteering with community youth at Browns Bridge Church.

Murphy

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ADAPTIVE RECREATION BINGO NIGHT HISTORIC ROSWELL MILLS: WALK THROUGH YESTERYEAR Join park ranger Jerry Hightower for a walk back in time and stroll from the historic Roswell Mill building past the brick machine shop and along Vickery Creek. Walks are ongoing on Saturdays, through Nov. 24, from 1-3:30 p.m.

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HOLIDAY EVENTS: THANKSGIVING CENTERPIECE WORKSHOP

What: Make a festive centerpiece for the Thanksgiving table. Supplies, including fresh flowers placed in a small pumpkin vase, included.

When: Sunday, Nov. 18, 2 p.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $25 per person More info: roswellgov.com

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AVALON ON ICE

What: Ice skate at Avalon on the Rockefeller Center-sized ice skating rink in the plaza. Lessons available.

When: Nov. 19- Jan. 21, 2018; times vary Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta Cost: General Admission starts at $18 More info: experienceavalon.com

JOHNS CREEK ARTS CENTER HOLIDAY SALE

What: Experience the magic of the holidays by entering Santa’s workshop and becoming an official toy tester.

When: Through Dec. 24, times vary Where: North Point Mall, 1000 North Point Circle, Alpharetta More info: northpointmall.com/ en.html

What: Johns Creek Arts Center’s annual holiday sale features original, hand-crafted fine art gifts made by instructors as well as youth and adult students.

When: Nov. 17-Dec. 22 Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

SANTA AT AVALON

THE LIGHTING OF AVALON

What: Jolly Old Saint Nick will be in his cottage at Avalon to spread Christmas cheer, take photos, story time and breakfast with Santa.

When: Nov. 19- Dec. 24 Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta More info: experienceavalon.com

What: Get in the holiday spirit with festive music and free activities for the whole family.

When: Sunday, Nov. 18; events start at 1 p.m., lighting is at 7 p.m.

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

What: These events are designed to expose participants to new experiences; enhance selfesteem, self-confidence, and independence; and promote community involvement. Ages 15 and up.

When: Friday, Nov. 16, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: $10 at the door More info: johnscreekga.gov

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE & PAINT COLLECTION

What: Residents have an opportunity to have their household hazardous waste and paint either recycled or properly disposed. Full list of accepted items online.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Public Works Department, 1790 Hembree Road, Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

AUTUMN OWL PROWL

What: Enjoy an evening of stories, songs and sounds from the park as well as a special guest – an owl from the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Includes guided hike.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Chattahoochee River Environmental Education Center, 8615 Barnwell Road, Johns Creek More info: nps.gov

HONORING OUR VETERANS CELEBRATION

What: Join to help celebrate, honor and thank those who have served in the nation’s military force.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 10-11 a.m.

Where: Veterans Memorial Walk, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov or 678-512-3200

GEEKS WHO DRINK TRIVIA

What: Categories include music and picture rounds, and each night ends with a chance to win prizes.

When: Monday, Nov. 19, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Truck & Tap, 30 Milton Ave., Alpharetta More info: truckandtap.com/ alpharetta

NAMI FAMILY TO FAMILY EDUCATION

What: A mental health advocacy group will offer free educational classes for the family and friends of individuals living with a mental illness.

When: Monday, Nov. 19, 6:30-9 p.m.

Where: Forsyth County United Way Offices, 240 Elm St., Cumming More info: namifdl.org

ALL RECOVERY MEETING

What: Join an open discussion for those in recovery from addiction.

For anyone affected by addiction.

When: Tuesday, Nov. 20, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Emory Johns Creek Hospital, 6325 Hospital Parkway, Johns Creek More info: emoryjohnscreek.com

TRUCK & TAP SINGO

What: Put your music knowledge to the test. Singo randomly plays song clips, and players must match the song titles with what appears on their cards.

When: Wednesday, Nov. 21, 7:30-11 p.m.

Where: Truck & Tap, 30 Milton Ave., Alpharetta More info: truckandtap.com/ alpharetta

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

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: TURKEY TROT

What: Join for a 5K, 10K, 15K or half marathon. Representatives from Blessings in a Backpack will be on hand to collect food donations for children in need.

When: Thursday, Nov. 22, 8 a.m.

Where: 3855 Johns Creek Parkway, Johns Creek Cost: Registration is $17; Free if you participated last year More info and registration: fivestarntp.com/turkeytrot-2018.html

TRYPTOPHAN HALFMARATHON IN CUMMING

What: Work up an appetite by running one of three distances: half-marathon, 10K or 5K. No dogs, baby strollers or skates.

All proceeds benefit Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

When: Thursday, Nov. 22, 7:30 a.m.

Where: Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming Cost: Registration starts at $35 More info and registration: runsignup.com/Race/GA/ Cumming/TryptophanHalfMarathon10k5k

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

EVENING RIVER CANOE TRIP

What: Take an urban adventure and learn about wildlife with an experienced river guide. Ages 6 and up.

When: Saturdays, 5-8 p.m.

Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: $30 for nonmembers, $25 for members More info and tickets: chattnaturecenter.org

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

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RELIGIOUS EVENTS: THERAPEUDIC YOGA

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

BE RICH LOVE WEEK

What: North Point Ministries’ annual campaign to thank public servants with a note of appreciation and optional gift card.

When: Nov. 18-24 Where: North Point Community Church, 4350 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta More info: berich.org/love/

“DON’T BE AFRAID: LISTENING TO GOD”

What: Join Rev. Caitlin Phillips and Rev. Beverly Markham for a time of contemplation and rest.

Be still, be present and be attentive to God. When: Nov. 18, 25 and Dec. 2, 9; 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta More info: alpharettapres.com

MISSION AND COMMUNITY SUNDAY

What: Join Mission and Community Day Sunday and invite a friend or neighbor. This year’s theme is “The Least of Thee.”

When: Sunday, Nov. 18, 11 a.m.

Where: St. James United Methodist Church, 3000 Webb Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: stjamesumc.org

BLOOD DRIVE

What: Help save a life by giving blood.

When: Sunday, Nov. 18, 8 a.m.12:45 p.m.

Where: St. Davids Episcopal Church, 1015 Old Roswell Road, Roswell More info: stdavidchurch.org

GUEST PREACHER: REV. AISHA BROOKS-LYTLE

What: Rev. Aisha BrooksLytle, who serves as Executive Presbyter of the Greater Atlanta Presbytery, will be the guest preacher at worship.

When: Sunday, Nov. 18, 9:30 and 11 a.m.

Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta More info: alpharettapres.com

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPERS What: Make and grow faithbased 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

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: “THE ADDAMS FAMILY”

What: Crabapple Middle School theater will present a show based on the classic TV series “The Addams Family.”

When: Nov. 15-16, 7 p.m.; Nov. 17, 2 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: $10 in advance, $15 at the door More info and tickets: 470-2544520

“PACIFICO” LIVE

What: Hear the solo project by musician Matthew Schwartz, described as an audible collage.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 6-9 p.m.

Where: Jekyll Brewing, 2855 Marconi Drive, Ste. 350, Alpharetta More info: jekyllbrewing.com

JAZZ AT FIREFLY

What: Free, live music each week.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 8:3011 p.m.

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

POTTERY SHOW AND SALE

What: Annual pottery sale at a working studio featuring multiple artists. Browse handcrafted gifts for everyone for the holiday.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 18, 12-3 p.m.

Where: Lynn’s Clayhouse, 155 Enterprise Drive, Ste. A, Cumming More info: lynnsclayhouse.biz

“NIGHT AND DAY”

What: “Night and Day” is an original play written by Libby Colon. The story revolves around the Butler family who is experiencing spiritual warfare.

When: Friday, Nov. 16, 7 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 17, 5 p.m.

Where: First Redeemer Church, 2100 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming Cost: $5 More info: frcconservatory. mymusicstaff.com

STEELY DAN PRETZEL LOGIC JAM

What: “Pretzel Logic” by Steely Dan has been ranked as one of the all-time top albums. Hear a tribute to it by jazz-fusion group Bad Ash All-Star Team.

When: Sunday, Nov. 18, 7:30-9 p.m.

Where: The Velvet Note, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta Cost: $29 More info and tickets: thevelvetnote.com

SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: JANE TURNER HASSELER

What: Jane Turner Haesller returns with her “People on Canton” exhibit. Her acrylic and ink renderings depict the people and businesses on Roswell’s Canton Street.

When: Nov.1- Dec. 29, all day Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

NATURALLY ARTISTIC: CELEBRATING THE FOUR ELEMENTS

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LIBRARY EVENTS: CLASSICAL INDIAN DANCE (KATHAK) CLASS

What: The class aims to ground students in technique through basic footwork, movement, spins and technical compositions.

Learn the basics of Kathak Dance and its terminology. Free.

When: Friday, Nov. 16, noon-1 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

“FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM”

What: Watch the first “Fantastic Beasts” movie for free before the second one comes out.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, noon2:15 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 770-3608897

THANKSGIVING ART

What: Johns Creek Art will create a Thanksgiving themed craft.

Ages 5 and up. Limited to 20 participants. Registration required.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 2-3 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 770-3608897

FLY FISHING

What: Fly fishing is a yearround and worldwide sport.

This class will cover some of the basic tackle, rods and reels to get anglers started.

When: Sunday, Nov. 18, 2-4 p.m.

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

What: Get inspired to reflect on nature through various forms of art, including painting, sculpture and more at multiple art stations throughout the property.

When: All days, through Nov. 30 Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: Free for members, $10 for nonmembers More info: chattnaturecenter. org

What: Bring sleeping bags, pillows, picnic lunch and popcorn to watch “Wreck It Ralph” on the big screen.

When: Tuesday, Nov. 20, 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Post Road Library, 5010 Post Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org

AVALON NIGHTS LIVE

TURKEY DAY TALES

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

“WRECK IT RALPH”

What: Join for special stories, songs and a puppet show all about Thanksgiving. All ages welcome.

When: Tuesday, Nov. 20, 11:1511:45 p.m.

Where: Cumming Library, 585 Dahlonega St., Cumming More info: forsythpl.org

“ FERDINAND THE BULL WITH MUSIC”

What: Listen to a reading of “Ferdinand the Bull” set to violin music and kids learn about the violin, other string instruments and the orchestra.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 1111:30 a.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 770-3608897

JOURNEY TO LITERACY

What: Children will hear a story and complete a craft project.

Children will be able to take home a copy of the book presented in the program. Ages 3-8.

When: Saturday, Nov. 17, 11 a.m.-noon Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org or 404-6134050

HISTORY BOOK CLUB

What: Join for a discussion on “Writer, Sailor, Soldier, Spy: A Biography of Ernest Hemingway,” by Nicholas Reynolds.

Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.

When: Tuesday, Nov. 20, 6-7 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-6134402

THANKSGIVING MAKE & TAKE CRAFT

What: Stop by and make a quick Thanksgiving themed craft. Ages 3-12.

When: Wednesday, Nov. 21, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org or 404-6134050

PET ADOPTIONS: FORSYTH COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER

What: Pet adoptions When: Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: The Forsyth County Animal Shelter, 4065 County Way, Forsyth County More info: 678-965-7185

FULTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES

What: Pet adoptions When: Every Saturday and Sunday, noon-5 p.m.

Where: PetSmart, 6370 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta More info: 404-613-4958

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American Commerce Bank’s Johns Creek staff: Steve Wilson, SBA Dep’t. Manager, Pat Thomas, Customer Service, Soraya Kenney, Branch Manager, Carlos Laverde, Market President, Karen Chavarria, Personal Banker, Travis Carithers, Teller.

Thankful to serve our community Local banks prosper as their communities prosper. American Commerce Bank is grateful for the opportunity to serve North Fulton through its “Community of One” campaign. In keeping with the Thanksgiving season, ACB staff recently hosted a customer appreciation day and participated at several local events. Events like these help to build civic pride and progress.

Community bankers do a great deal more than foster commerce. They serve as financial educators and advisors.

They enable customers to track, measure and plan financial resources.

Bankers help to establish savings, execute business plans and build futures.

At American Commerce Bank, we serve our community by helping personal and business customers reach their goals.

In recent weeks, ACB took part in the Emory-Johns Creek Community Expo to help attendees better understand banking products and services. The event led to several follow-up visits from interested participants. Bank employees also attended the Roswell Women’s Organization 2018 Homes Tour benefitting education and North Fulton charities. “Our participation does a lot more than gener-

ate new business”, says personal banker Karen Chavarria, “it helps our communities by connecting people with important financial tools. Finance is intimidating to a lot of people.

Our job is to help people become successful using the resources we have to offer”.

American Commerce Bank offers commercial and personal banking services to the North Fulton markets from its branch in Johns Creek. The bank offers customized lending solutions and SBA loan programs as well as highly convenient on-line banking and treasury management services.

The bank’s experienced staff pride themselves in knowing their customers by name and in meeting the needs of businesses and their employees. By catering lending and deposit services to the specific needs of business and consumer customers, ACB provides industry-leading solutions to support the growth and success of our communities.

For more information about American Commerce Bank, stop by the branch located at 10690 Medlock Bridge Road, or visit www.AmericanCommerceBank. com

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By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — Pounding rain and a chilling wind were no match for the hundreds who turned out at the Cumming Fairgrounds Nov. 9 for the city’s annual Veterans Day ceremony.

This year’s event commemorated the 100th anniversary of the 1918 Armistice that ended World War I. Emcee Michael McMahon with the Forsyth County Veterans of Foreign War Post 9143 said Veterans Day is to honor veterans who are living, but also those who have died.

“This year is special because there are no living veterans from World War 1 to celebrate this centennial of the Armistice,” McMahon said. “We wish to honor that generation. They may be gone but they will never be forgotten.”

VFW Georgia Commander Charles A. Dobbins spoke at the event saying every year we gather to honor the men and women who protect our freedom.

“They serve because they know it is necessary for the greater good,” Dobbins said. “Now more than ever, it’s important we take time to honor the men and women who selflessly sacrifice to serve our armed forces. We honor those who’ve put country before self and determined safety of others as more important than their own.”

Veterans share the same experiences as the current armed forces members because they share a common belief to offer support and assistance when needed, he said.

“They choose to serve because they have a common belief in a cause higher than themselves and a shared sense of duty,” Dobbins said. “They’re willing

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The military branch flags, American flag, Georgia flag and others are presented to the audience. to assume all the risks associated with maintaining our freedoms and liberties that preserve the ideas of democracy.

More than anyone, veterans understand the real meaning of America. Maintaining the strength of America requires courage, constant vigilance and self-sacrifice. Without that sacrifice, evil would prevail.”

U.S. Rep. Doug Collins, who has been an Air Force Reserve chaplain since 2002, gave the keynote speech.

“We honor those who put aside their comfort zones and desires and put others before self and went forward,” he said. “We may sit here for a few minutes and shiver, but our sons and daughters are all across the world in tents, in

deserts and places we can’t even talk about. Some of them are cold today, too, and some are warm. Some of them may not make it through the day. “For just a moment as we celebrate Veteran’s Day, let’s remember we celebrate the freedoms to sit here and be a little cold.”

He challenged the young people in the audience to serve their country.

“The reason you’re here today is because people felt a call to serve in our military,” Collins said. “It’s the military that gives us the right to vote, freedom of the press, to assemble and worship as we please. When we understand that, it calls upon us to see a life bigger than our own single life we live.”

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Ann Cuthbertson, 83, of Roswell, passed away November 5, 2018.

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Clyde Winfred Nunnally, 85, of Cumming, passed away November 2, 2018. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Laura Jane Creamer Thompson, 93, of Cumming, passed away October 31, 2018.

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‘Be Smart, Don’t Start’ Drug prevention club forms at South Forsyth High

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Two years ago, South Forsyth High School seniors Vatsala Kapoor and Aditi Bhatia recognized a growing drug problem among their peers.

They started talking to local hospitals, community leaders involved in ending the drug crisis and their peers.

This semester, they became the third high school in Forsyth County to create a drug prevention club by starting Be Smart, Don’t Start.

The pair was inspired earlier this year when they heard from Victoria Ray, a 2012 South Forsyth High graduate, who was 16 when she tried drugs for the first time.

Her speech in August captivated the audience at the high school.

“It’s not very often teenagers get off their phones and listen to an assembly that long,” Bhatia said. “But everyone was listening. I was so amazed because I knew her words had incredible power.

It’s interesting seeing people who’ve gone through this. It makes us more passionate about imparting education on other kids. We feel like we’re making sure they don’t go do things other people have unfortunately done.”

They said they often see classmates using a vape or a JUUL, both are smoking alternatives in the form of e-cigarettes and vaporizers. Recently, they’ve noticed an increase in peers smoking marijuana.

“We never expected anyone to be doing drugs,” Bhatia said. “Drugs became so much more popular as we went into

our junior and senior years. Originally, we had no idea it would happen and have a rise to begin with. It’s now become so normalized.”

The school administration is trying to do something about it, so they’ve become sterner and have come up with solutions to it, Bhatia said.

“People think it’s OK to do because it’s not as bad as smoking, even though JUULing is pretty much as bad,” Kapoor said. “Now they’re going to marijuana and some even drink alcohol. They keep justifying their actions.”

The club is new, so they’re working on the foundational stages, such as recruiting new members, having an event each month and working with their principal.

“We are trying to talk to middle schools about it as well,” Bhatia said.

“If you scare them early, they’re less likely to continue on to do it in high school. Our main goal isn’t to have lectures that are about why it’s bad for you. Most people know there are negative effects, they just don’t care or they have something happening in their lives that make them think this will help.

We’d love to combat the issue at the beginning so we don’t have to just talk about why it’s bad.”

In addition to trying to teach younger students, the club is working with parents to educate them on current trends.

“Some of them didn’t know what a JUUL looks like or what vaping even is,” Kapoor said. “We figure if we can impart education to them, they can keep closer tabs on their kids.”

To keep up with the club, visit facebook.com/staydrugfree.

To sign up to volunteer or for more information, visit nfccholiday.org for North Fulton or theplaceofforsyth.org for Forsyth County. any nonperishable food suitable for a Thanksgiving meal. Donations can be brought to the holiday distribution site, 610 Holcomb Bridge Road in the Roswell Town Center near Big Lots.

Donations will be accepted Thursday, Nov. 15 and Friday, Nov. 16 between 4 to 7 p.m.

In Forsyth County, The Place Executive Director Joni Smith said they are looking for $20 or $25 gift cards, turkeys and nonperishable foods, especially ingredients for baked desserts such as pie crust and filling or cake mix. The Place of Forsyth is at 2550 The Place Circle in Cumming.

Thanksgiving is not the only opportunity for giving. Both organizations accept food pantry items year round and coats throughout the winter.

“As we get into the colder weather, we are collecting coats, especially for kids because they outgrow them every year,” Smith said.

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Vatsala Kapoor and Aditi Bhatia are the founders and co-presidents of Be Smart, Don’t Start, a drug prevention club at South Forsyth High School.

NORTH FULTON/FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Mention Thanksgiving and most people conjure ideas of family, food and football, but for many, the holiday is also a time for giving back.

Each year, with the help of volunteers and donors, organizations like North Fulton Community Charities and The Place of Forsyth County provide hundreds of families in need with the ingredients for a Thanksgiving feast.

“This event is very popular with the community, the families, the donors, the volunteers,” said Jacquie Tracy, the holiday coordinator for NFCC. “This one really brings out everybody.”

Both organizations assemble bags of nonperishable foods, grocery store gift cards to buy fresh fruits and vegetables, and a turkey. Volunteers will help distribute these bags to families Nov. 18, the Sunday before Thanksgiving. NFCC and the Place each expect to serve more than 400 families this year.

“Our families that have registered just absolutely love it. It really helps them celebrate the holiday,” she said.

Tracy said the North Fulton organization is in need of grocery store gift cards in increments of $25 and

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PROFESSIONAL RESIDENTIAL Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly. No jobs refused! Free estimates. 100% guaranteed. Good references. Years of exp. Special discounts available! 404-4542063, 678-886-2718

REPAIR or REPLACEMENT Driveways, patios, sidewalks, walls. $150 off any job over $1500. Residential or Commercial. For a FREE estimate call Dave of McKemey Concrete and Hardscapes 678-9142576. Competitive pricing. Many local references

ESTATE HOME CLEAN UP Divorcing?

Loved one going into senior care?

Specialized detailed cleaning, packing boxes with list of items. Debris cleanup, charity donation, interior/exterior window cleaning, pressure washing.

Loving Hands by JW and Company Inc. 678463-4577. jennifer@ jwcompanyinc.com

Concrete/Asphalt

WE FIX UGLY DRIVEWAYS AND PATIOS.

$150 OFF any job over $1500 New or Repair: Driveways, patios, sidewalks, walls.

Residential or Commercial.

Call for FREE estimate.

Ask for Dave McKemey. 678-6482010.

Professional, competitive, many local references.

Retaining Walls Brick or Wood

Contact Ralph Rucker.

Many local references.

Honest, punctual, professional and reasonable prices!

678-898-7237

Handyman

Landscaping

Tree Services

RELIABLE HOME REPAIRS: 22 years experience.

References.

Electrical, plumbing, carpentry, wood rot repair, siding, painting, pressure washing.

Free estimates! 770-6050340

Full Service LANDSCAPING Company

Yellow Ribbon Tree Experts: 24 hour emergency service.

Licensed, insured.

Workers Comp, insurance claims. 25+ years experience.

Family business. Free estimates. We Love Challenges!

Yellow Ribbon Tree Experts, 770-512-8733. www.yellowribbontree. com

Ralph Rucker

678-898-7237

Haulers

Flooring Install/Repairs: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl Wood floors, Backsplashes, and Shower surrounds.

Carpet wrinkles removed! Call today for estimate! 706429-4453 PHILLIPS FLOORING Hardwood, laminate, carpet & tile installation and repairs. We do tile floors, showers, tub surrounds and kitchen back-splashes.

Re-grouting is also available. Call 678-8871868 for free estimate.

Gutters

Handyman Kitchen,

Pinestraw

Bush Hogging, Clearing, Grading, Hauling, Etc.

PINESTRAW, mulch delivery/installation available.

Firewood available. Licensed, insured. Angels of Earth Pinestraw and Mulch.

770-831-3612.

404Cuttree. One of the most experienced and reliable tree companies in North Atlanta.

Perfect reviews and reliable, professional, and honest service.

Free quotes.

Fully insured. 770Tree.com 678-506-0006

Many local references-

Call Ralph Rucker

678-898-7237 Home Improvement Phillips

Home

Improvement We

offer

drywall,

painting,

AARON’S ALL-TYPE GUTTERS Repaired and Installed. Covers, siding, soffit, facia. www.aarons-gutters. com. Senior citizen discount! 770-934-2766

Retaining walls (brick or wood), grading, sod, tree services, hauling, topsoil & more.

carpentry,

plumbing and electrical.

Basements

finished,

kitchen

and

bath

rehabs.

All

types

flooring.

Also

total

home rehab for those who

have

a

rental

house or one to sell.

Call 678-887-1868 for a

Bath: free estimate

Plumbing, Electrical Drywall; Other Repairs/Installations.

Home Maintenance.

Senior discounts and affordable rates! 20 years experience. Mike 678-986-4833

ALL CARPENTRY & REPAIRS: Roof Leaks, Wood Rot Repair, Siding, Deck Repairs and Refinishing, Painting, Doors/ Windows.

Excellent References. 404-8950260

Finegan

Home

Improvements

LLC:

License #RBQA004932.

R e m o d e l i n g , handyman. 32 years experience. Basements finished, decks, screen porches, drywall,

doors, painting,

flooring,

custom

kitchens,

bathrooms.

All

insurance.

Paul

Finegan 404-353-5611

CALL 470-222-8469 TO LIST YOUR BUSINESS IN THE SERVICE DIRECTORY TODAY!

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