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Veterans memorial installed downtown A larger-than-life sculpture depicting the legacy of humanity was unveiled Dec. 7 in front of the Forsyth County Courthouse. Creator Gregory Johnson has created more than 200 pieces for the county, including Chief Sawnee, at the Sawnee Mountain Preserve, and Lady Justice who will share the area in front of the courthouse with the soldier and two young children. Read more, Page 8

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Public Safety

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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — More than $81,000 worth of merchandise was stolen from Atlanta Hobby Nov. 30. Forsyth County authorities are searching for two thieves who used a crowbar to break open the door of the south Forsyth business and stole large, high-end drones in a matter of minutes. The four-minute incident was captured on the store security system. Wearing concealing clothing, masks, hoods and gloves, the burglars were also seen stealing from the store’s Toys for Tots donation box.

Police Blotter All crime reports published by Appen Media Group are compiled from public records. Neither the law enforcement agencies nor Appen Media Group implies any guilt by publishing these names. None of the persons listed has been convicted of the alleged crimes.

Sting results in arrests for exploitation of minors FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Several individuals, including two Forsyth County residents, were charged with crimes against children during a recent sting operation. Patricia Erica Burt, 37, of Cumming, was arrested on Nov. 23 and charged with prostitution and human trafficking. William David Gowdy, 40, also of Cumming, was arrested Nov. 26 and charged with three counts of sexual exploitation of children and electronic enticement of a minor. Investigators from Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office, Hall County Sheriff’s Office and Floyd County police were part of Operation Good Shepherd. The task force snared nearly a dozen individuals who believed they were interacting with children online, authorities said. The Georgia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation assisted with the investigation. Law enforcement started making arrests Nov. 21 and made the final arrest Nov. 27. Others arrested include: Jason Noel Lingerfelt, 47, of Cleveland, charged with four counts of enticing a child

The burglars left the scene in a white Nissan van, which had been pulled up to the back of the business, so the stolen merchandise could be loaded inside. The business had recently moved to its current location at the intersection of Oak Industrial Lane and Ronald Reagan Boulevard. Authorities are asking anyone with information on this crime to contact the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Center at (770) 781-3087.

online; Patrick C. Reese, 32, of Flowery Branch, charged with sexual exploitation of children and criminal attempt of aggravated child molestation; Alan Alberto Rojas, 24, of Lilburn, charged with criminal attempt of child molestation and aggravated child molestation, furnishing obscene material electronically to a minor, enticing a child online and human trafficking; Cynthia Lynn Michelle Lloyd, 25, of Gainesville, charged with prostitution; Michael Ryan Jewell, 35, of Buford, charged with sexual exploitation of children; Christopher Alan Hoover, 33, of Jasper, charged with five counts of enticing a child online, sexual exploitation of children and pandering by compulsion; Colt David Clemmer, 33, of Talmo, charged with sexual exploitation of children; Matthew David Ingram, 34, of Gainesville, charged with three counts of sexual exploitation of children. All cases are still under investigation, and more charges may be filed.

Child pornography charge filed against local man FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Jack Allen Moore, 24, of Alpharetta, was arrested Nov. 25 for two counts of distribution of child pornography and two counts of sexual exploitation of children. Authorities say Jack Allen Moore, 24, was identified as a suspected child porn offender by a social media company, who then alerted state authorities to what they had found. Moore is out of jail on a $22,220 bond.

Drug & DUI arrests Ashley Renae Mekrut, 30, of Hedge Brook Drive, Cumming, was arrested on Nov. 26 for DUI-alcohol and speeding. Jose Cruz Ramos-bermejo, 58, of Falls Drive, Duluth, was arrested on Nov. 26 for DUI–alcohol, possession of an open container by driver, failure to maintain lane, fleeing or attempting to flee and driving without a valid license. Ashley Nicole Druica, 36, of Mountain Ridge Circle, Sugar Hill, was arrested on Nov. 27 for DUI–alcohol and failure to maintain lane. Whitney Willard Matteson, 48, of Rainforest Circle, Peachtree Corners, was arrested on Nov. 27 for possession of heroin, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug-related objects and failure to maintain lane. Kenneth Evan Chapman, 34, of Winchester Drive, Cumming, was arrested on Nov. 27 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug-related objects, driving without a valid license and failure to maintain lane. Jessica Irene Larue, 36, of Camens Way, Buford, was arrested on Nov. 27 for prescriptions/dangerous drugs not in original container. Danielle Garry Menningmann, 22, of Gatewater Court, Cumming, was arrested on Nov. 28 for DUI–alcoSee BLOTTER, Page 10

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NEWS

Cumming passes 2020 spending plan CUMMING, Ga. — The Cumming City Council unanimously voted at a Dec. 3 work session to adopt the Fiscal Year 2020 budget. The budget calls for spending of about $37.8 million, the bulk of it — $24 million — within the city’s water and sewer fund which is paid for through customer fees for service. The cost of running the city, listed under general fund spending, will dip in the coming year from $14.3 million in 2019 to $14.2 million in 2020. Capital spending for one-time expenses, like vehicles and new roofs, will also dip slightly from 2019 at $545,000. The capital budget is funded through transfers from surplus revenues in the operating budget for the prior year. Also at the Dec. 3 meeting, Mayor Troy Brumbalow proclaimed Dec. 2-6 “Greatest Gift Week.” The proclamation was made in conjunction with efforts by the Forsyth Central High School DECA chapter to recognize and advocate for those with learning disabilities.

The student organization, which focuses on careers in business, promoted awareness of a different exceptionality each day, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, specific learning disabilities, orthopedic impairments, and severe and profound intellectual disabilities. The week culminated with a Christmas and holiday social, bringing exceptional students and general education students together to build relationships and celebrate the holidays. The Cumming Arts & Crafts Show will be Dec. 13 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Brumbalow said. City homeowners are asked to participate in an EPD lead and copper pipe study. Individuals whose houses were built in 1983 to 1988 are needed. Officials voted to offer a small financial compensation for the first 75 homeowners that sign up. Interested homeowners should call the Water Department at Cumming City Hall, 770-781-2020.

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Forsyth Central High School students Emma Humphries, left, and Mary Beth Lowe, stand with Cumming Mayor Troy Brumbalow at the Dec. 3 Cumming City Council work session. Brumbalow proclaimed the first week of December 2019 as “Greatest Gift Week” in conjunction with Forsyth Central High School’s celebration of exceptional students.

County parks department recognized with state awards By Denise Ray denise@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Parks & Recreation Department has received the 2019 Georgia Recreation and Park Association District 7 Agency of the Year Award. The award identifies the outstanding efforts of recreation and park agencies across the seventh district, Forsyth County Director of Communications Karen Shields announced. Nominees were judged on staff development, budgeting and resources, facilities offered, use of technology, outstanding programs and major accomplishments. In addition to Agency of the Year, several other members of the county’s Parks & Recreation Department were recognized. Youth Athletic Supervisor Clayton Munnell received the GRPA District 7 Recreation Programmer of the Year Award. Munnell was recognized for his contributions to the athletics division as well as his leadership in the annual Slugfest baseball event that raises money for local charities. Denmark High School student Olivia Edge received the GRPA District 7 Volunteer Service Award. Edge was recognized for her efforts in preserving

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The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners recognized the county’s Parks & Recreation department for numerous Georgia Recreation and Park Association awards, including 2019 Georgia Recreation and Park Association (GRPA) District 7 Agency of the Year Award. Denmark High School student Olivia Edge was recognized for her volunteer efforts. She is shown here with Forsyth County Director of Parks & Recreation Jim Pryor, Commission Chair Laura Semanson, Commissioner Todd Levent, Commissioner Molly Cooper, Edge, Commissioner Dennis Brown and Commissioner Cindy Mills. her community’s natural environment as well as her commitment to keep Caney Creek Preserve, 2755 Caney Road, litterfree. Forsyth County Parks Foundation President Kristin Morrissey received the GRPA State Volunteer Service Award. Morrissey was recognized for her efforts in developing a volunteer board, raising

funds for scholarships and promoting the importance of parks and recreation for local communities. “I am so proud of the outstanding efforts made by our staff and volunteer citizens to receive these recognitions,” said Parks & Recreation Director Jim Pryor. “These awards are made possible because of the continuous support we

receive from the Board of Commissioners and the citizens.” Award recipients were recognized at the Nov. 21 County Commission meeting. The Georgia Recreation and Park Association was formed in 1945 as a private, non-profit institution to support and promote the recreation and park industries within Georgia.

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New polling places announced for 2020 By DENISE RAY denise@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Board of Voter Registrations and Elections approved multiple precinct and polling place changes that will be effective beginning with the 2020 election cycle. Following each election cycle, the Board of Voter Registrations and Elections and the department staff review the precincts and polling place to determine if any adjustments are needed, Mandi Smith, director of Forsyth County Voter Registrations & Elections said. “After evaluating the 2018 election cycle and anticipating that the 2020 election cycle will be even busier, we determined that adjustments to some precincts and polling places were warranted,” Smith said. “The addition of five Election Day polling places helps to accommodate our growing population throughout the county.” Additional proposed precinct bound-

ary changes are up for board approval at its Dec. 23 meeting. The public is invited to voice their concerns about the proposed changes. Objections must be filed prior to Dec. 23 at the Forsyth County Voter Registrations & Elections Office. Anyone with questions regarding these precinct changes may contact Smith at 770-781-2118 ext. 9 or by email at mbsmith@forsythco.com. New precinct cards will be mailed to residents affected by the changes by the beginning of the year. Smith encourages all residents to review the changes to ensure they know where they will be voting in 2020. Residents are encouraged to visit the Georgia Secretary of State’s online voter page at mvp.sos.ga.gov. Precinct boundary maps with current configurations and those which are proposed are available for review online on the Voter Registrations & Elections webpage at forsythco. com. Printed maps are available at the Voter Registration and Elections Office.

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New transportation option helps seniors stay independent

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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Local residents now have another option for transportation for trips within the county. Ride Share, a pilot transportation program launched in partnership with Common Courtesy, Inc., is now available for eligible Forsyth County residents. The program, which uses ride share services like Lyft and Uber, will serve as a supplement to the county’s Dial-A-Ride program. “It meets a real need,” Ruthie Brew, director of Forsyth County Senior Services said. “I’m so excited. It’s a dream come true.” The new driver service will help fill an urgent need for individuals to get to medical appointments, the grocery store and other places they need to go to. “Transportation is one of the pressing problems for older adults,” Brew said. “At some point, they are no longer able to drive. Dial-A-Ride is unable to meet the demands of our senior population.” Both options are affordable with a $2 one-way fee. “It’s a cost share, with Forsyth County picking up the majority of the cost,” Brew said. “Rides are estimated to

be $10 to $15 each way, so it’s easy to see how much the county is picking up.” Ride Share is more convenient, and riders can request a ride on short notice —up to 30 minutes before departure. Dial-A-Ride requires an appointment and availability isn’t guaranteed, Brew said. Registered program participants call a dedicated phone number to schedule transportation to any location within Forsyth County. Drivers have been vetted, and riders can complete an evaluation at the end of the ride about their driver, Brew said. Ride Share is a pilot program and will be evaluated as it continues to best serve older adults and people with disabilities, Brew said. To be eligible for the Ride Share program, participants must be a county resident 18 years of age or older, have a credit card and cell phone to reserve transportation and meet certain criteria. Those criteria include being an individual with special needs and or physical disabilities, be hearing and/or visually impaired, suffer from memory loss or be an older adult. Participants must also be able to use

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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A Forsyth County nonprofit is reaching out to help keep residents stay warm. The Place of Forsyth County continues to provide extra blankets, coats and heaters to area families as temperatures drop. “We provide blankets and space heaters as needed throughout the season,” Director of Purposeful Engagement for The Place of Forsyth Jacob Granados said. Individuals can stop by the agency or have items delivered, Granados said. “It’s a case-by-case basis,” he said. “They’d have to meet income guidelines.” For those interested in supplying the heaters and blankets, there are several options. “People are welcome to bring the items to us or go to smile.amazon. com and search for The Place,” Granados said. “Items purchased online can be shipped directly to The Place.” Financial contributions can offer

several means of support, including funding several families staying in area extended stay facilities. There is a large homeless population that lives in tents throughout the county that are in need but are unreachable. Typically extra blankets and “Hot Hands” are provided to them and are taken to areas where homeless individuals have been located. “Unfortunately, there’s not a lot that can be done,” Granados said. “We do the best we can do. We’re limited.” Forsyth County does not have shelters for its homeless population. The Salvation Army in Gainesville is the nearest shelter, Granados said. The nonprofit is working with local governments trying to arrange warming stations which are short-term emergency places, operating when temperatures or a mixture of precipitation, wind chill, wind and temperatures become dangerous. The intent of warming centers is to prevent death and injury from exposure to the elements. Donations can be dropped off at The Place at its location off Antioch Road in Cumming.

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By DENISE RAY denise@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — A new bronze sculpture is on display in front of the Forsyth County Courthouse. Heavy machinery was used Dec. 2 to help workers install the new memorial which features a World War II soldier feeding two children. The biggest challenge, according to sculptor Gregory Johnson is assembling the three-pieces on site. “I didn’t want the soldier putting the food in the girl’s forehead or bellybutton,” Johnson said. “There’s a compound slope in which the ground slopes in two directions at once.” Adjustments to the pedestal solved the problem. “It’s dedicated to the legacy of humanity these guys had,” Johnson said. “They always had a bag of candy, food, for the kids, anything that would make things a little happier for them.” Legacy of Humanity, the 1,400-lb. work, is not based on a specific soldier, but a compilation of insight from local veterans of their time in service.

“The reason I chose the World War II soldier as the format is because this is the war where we lost the most people,” Johnson said. It took the Cumming resident 11 months to create the piece that depicts a World War II soldier feeding a young girl in her village which has been destroyed by war. The third piece of the memorial is a small boy, who guardedly approaches the soldier and young girl. In wars, American soldiers went in as conquerors, or as liberators, with the best of intentions, Johnson said. “Every vet should be proud of this, part of them is in it,” Johnson said. “Soldiers are compassionate.” The piece was sculpted in Cumming and cast in Union City at Inferno Art Foundry. The soldier is roughly 350 lbs., including his armament and weaponry. A granite plaque accompanies the sculpture. The memorial was unveiled during a ceremony Dec. 7. Johnson has been creating contemporary sculptures for nearly 30 years and has created commissioned pieces throughout the United States, and seven countries internationally.

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With the holiday season upon us, Giving Tuesday falls at just the right time of year to encourage others to give of their time, talent and treasure to organizations doing great work in the community. Trish O’Neill, Children’s Development Academy

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Local nonprofits see community generosity on Giving Tuesday By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Local charities felt the love of their communities Dec. 3 during national Giving Tuesday. The celebration, which began as a social media hashtag in 2017, urges everyone to donate to causes they care about the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. “Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving,” said Sheila Sillitto, communications and marketing manager for North Fulton Community Charities. “When all the nonprofits work together to make an impact on one day, it gets the entire community excited about giving back. We are stronger together than we are individually.” North Fulton Community Charities, which helps fight poverty and homelessness, more than doubled its goal of $20,000 this year. It raised a total of over $60,000 on and leading up to Giving Tuesday. “While this was a significant amount and we are grateful for the generous community we live it, it is important to understand that nonprofits need donations throughout the year and not just on Giving Tuesday,” Sillitto said. “NFCC provides over $1.2 million in emergency financial assistance every year for rent, utilities and basic necessities. That means the money raised for Giving Tuesday will only last a few weeks due to the volume of need in our community. Housing costs continue to rise putting more pressure on families already struggling to get by in North Fulton.” The Roswell-based Children’s Development Academy, which provides affordable early learning programs and childcare for preschool children in Metro Atlanta, saw more than double the

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The Children’s Development Academy in Roswell was one of many local charities that benefitted from this year’s Giving Tuesday. amount of Giving Tuesday contributions from last year. It raised over $50,000 this year, in part because of two giving challenges. The Hagan family once again posed the Hagan Family Challenge, promising to match gifts up to $30,000. One of the Children’s Development Academy’s newest employees, Lisa Walker and her husband, likewise pledged to match all gifts made on Giving Tuesday up to $5,000. “With the holiday season upon us, Giving Tuesday falls at just the right time of year to encourage others to give of their time, talent and treasure to

organizations doing great work in the community,” said Trish O’Neill, Children’s Development Academy marketing and communications director. “We were also privileged to join forces with the City of Roswell this year for Giving Tuesday’s #GiveWellRoswell efforts. The city help promote local nonprofits on their social media and help spread the word about Giving Tuesday.” Meanwhile, at BrewAble, a small coffee shop operating within the Alpharetta Community Center, Giving Tuesday proved somewhat of a windfall. The nonprofit focuses on providing

meaningful employment and community connections for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, said cofounder Mary Ulich. BrewAble’s seven-member board of directors put up $16,000 in matching funds for those who donated to the cause on Giving Tuesday. That match nearly dried up by day’s end when 75 individual donors put up $11,500. As another inducement, BrewAble offered any visitor who donated to any nonprofit in Alpharetta that day a free cup of coffee. “One gentleman came in and said ‘I’m here to get my free $200 cup of coffee,”’ Ulich said. “Then, he wrote a check for $200.” In Johns Creek, the family-run Jonny and Xena “Spread the Words” foundation raised $3,200 on Giving Tuesday through its social media pages. The nonprofit works to support the local special need community and animal rescues. “We’re so grateful,” founder and Director Linda Hickey said. “Our extended family ‘followers’ are so supportive. I will probably try to reach more people next year with emails, but I’m extremely pleased with every donation we received this year.” The Charity Guild of Johns Creek worked to raise thousands for the Star House after school program. Multiple local charities said that while Giving Tuesday was just one day, they provide services throughout the year. They urged locals to consider giving back during their multiple fundraisers and volunteering opportunities held outside of Giving Tuesday. Staff writers Carson Cook and Patrick Fox contributed to this report.

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Industry expert Frank Norton on real estate in Georgia About 18 years ago I had the pleasure of attending The Norton Agency’s annual forecast event. It began with loud, high-energy dance music, then fog with colored lights bouncing across it. Amid all Geoff smith that, in walked Frank Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com Norton Jr., an unassuming data-hound with a degree from Georgia Tech. If you ever get the chance to talk to Frank, you quickly realize he’s not the kind of personality that comes with dance music and smoke machines. But the fanfare wasn’t really for him. It was for his information. Over the years, Norton has earned a reputation as an E.F. Hutton of the real estate industry in Atlanta. In spring of 2007, before most people even realized there was a dark cloud looming, Norton cut $1 million of operating expenses. In 2014, when we were racing out of that storm and home values were recovering and the market was flooded with houses, Norton asked what people were going to do when housing inventory got near 0. The storm came and washed out many companies who waited too long to react. Now housing inventory is at historical lows for most price-points. I had the pleasure of having Norton on my podcast, ATL Developments with Geoff Smith, and we talked about all kinds of things, including what it was like to grow up in a real estate family in Gainesville, Ga. It’s a great show packed with solid information. I encourage you to listen to it at https://businessradiox. com/podcast/north-fulton-studio/atldevelopments-with-geoff-smith-franknorton-jr/. I’ll hit some of the high-points. The Norton Agency operates mostly in what us Metro Atlanta folks would consider outside of the Rubicon. If you go anywhere north of Forsyth, Gwinnett

Norton said the geographical wedge between Ga. 400 and I-20 represents 47 percent of all new major job relocations and expansions in the state. or Cherokee counties, you will see their yellow signs. They have North Georgia covered. And if you want to know what’s going on there, he’ll tell you. One of the biggest economic development engines driving growth in North Georgia right now are things called inland ports. For those of you who think all the buzz about the growth at the port of Savannah is something you can shrug your shoulders and say “well good for Savannah,” you are missing out. Savannah is one of the most important ports now on the entire eastern seaboard. And it is in the process of getting dredged, which will accommodate supertankers, possibly tripling its capacity. As a result, these inland ports have cropped up around the more rural parts of Georgia. They are essentially rail stations with equipment to very quickly unload cargo from a tractor-trailer and put it onto a train car. Because of the increased capacity in both rail and at the port of Savannah, a chicken plant in Gainesville can put frozen chicken on a rail car at 6 p.m., and by 9 a.m. the next day it will be on a ship in the Savannah Harbor headed out to sea. The same goes for tractors and tractor parts. Because of that, manufacturing plants have been buying up land and building plants near all of these inland ports, creating thousands of jobs for those communities. Norton said the geographical wedge between Ga. 400 and I-20 represents

47 percent of all new major job relocations and expansions in the state. Consequently, that is where most of the national homebuilders are developing large projects. Norton expects significant growth to continue all along I-85 and I-985. Asked about his biggest concern for today’s real estate economy, Norton says it’s a lack of affordable housing. “Houses under $250,000 are absent in the marketplace, and nobody wants to build them,” he said. “Land continues to go up in value…and regulatory costs are so high a builder isn’t going to build a house for under $250,000 because he’s not going to make any money” Norton built 10 houses last year and broke down the costs. He found that 37 percent of the house cost was attributed to a government influence — impact fees, fire codes, delays, etc. He said local municipalities could help the situation by having a set of codes for lower-priced houses. “I’m all for public safety, but I grew up in a room with one outlet on each of my four walls. Now I have to put one every 6 feet,” he said. Norton sees a small correction nationwide in the real estate industry. He doesn’t call it a downturn, but just a minor correction that will be even less impactful in Metro Atlanta. “We have very low inventory of houses, have not had overbuilding of houses, a strong job market, and a climate where people still want to retire here,” he said. Geoff Smith is a mortgage banker with Assurance Financial focusing on residential home loans for refinances and home purchases. Geoff Smith gsmith@lendtheway.com 770-674-1433 Personal: NMLS#104587 Business: NMLS#70876 *The views and opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the views of Assurance Financial Group

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MITTIE BULLOCH WEDDING REENACTMENT Step back in time to the 1853 wedding of Mittie Bulloch to Theodore Roosevelt Sr. Guests will be escorted throughout the house and property by lantern light. The evening concludes with storytelling and a special frozen desert. Tickets are $18. Bulloch Hall, 535 Bulloch Ave., Roswell. Shows are every half hour from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 19. For more information, visit roswellgov.com.

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FEATURED: HOLIDAY GIFT WRAPPING

What: Get holiday packages wrapped while shopping or waiting, in benefit of Habitat for Humanity. Christmas and Hanukkah papers available. When: Dec. 1315, times vary Where: North Point Mall Center Court, 1000 North Point Circle, Alpharetta More info: northfulton.com

CHRISTMAS FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

What: Families are invited to gather at North Point Community Church for a Christmas Movie Night. Wear cozy pajamas, bring a pillow and blanket, and North Point will pop the popcorn. When: Friday, Dec. 13, 6:308:30 p.m. Where: North Point Community Church, 4350 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta Info: northpoint.org/believe

WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA CEREMONY

What: Participate in a national ceremony honoring fallen local veterans.

When: Saturday, Dec. 14, 11:30 a.m. Where: Rest Haven Cemetery, 90 Milton Avenue, Alpharetta; Old Big Creek Park Cemetery, Kimball Bridge Road, Alpharetta; Pine View Cemetery, 300 Teasley Drive, Alpharetta More info: wreathsacrossamerica.org

LIVE NATIVITY AT MESSIAH CHURCH

What: Live music will fill the night with songs of the season as visitors interact with villagers, live animals, and enjoy crafts and refreshments. Free. When: Saturday, Dec. 14, 4-9 p.m. Where: Messiah Church, 4765 Kimball Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: messiahjohnscreek. org/living-christmas

JOHNS CREEK ARTS CENTER HOLIDAY MARKET

What: Join for the fourth annual Holiday Market. Shop a wide variety of handmade gifts, jewelry and artwork, all from local artisans. When: Nov. 23-Dec. 23 Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Ste. 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

What: The Johns Creek Arts Center presents the Fall 2019 Adult Student Show. Because of the delicate nature of the art form, the ceramic arts portion of the show will be on display starting Dec. 7. When: Nov. 23-Dec. 16; Reception Sunday, Dec. 7, 6-7:30 p.m. Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Ste. 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

‘THE DEFILED BED 2 – THE AWAKENING’

What: This show follows Sen. Joshua Brown, who was motivated by greed, power and position during his four-year election, when one day, he manipulates the wrong woman. A Trevi Pershay Production. Featuring special guest appearance by Bianca Bonnie. When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 7 p.m.; doors open at 6:15 p.m. Where: Centerstage, 1374 W Peachtree St., Atlanta Cost: $25-$60 More info and tickets: centerstage-atlanta.com or 404-8851365

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What: Learn to make ugly Christmas sweater cookies with no messy kitchen to clean. Lise Ode of Mom Loves Baking will be the instructor. Includes a raffle. When: Sunday, Dec. 8, 2-4 p.m. Where: Village Italian Bar & Grill, 5772 N. Vickery Street, Cumming Cost: $65 More info and registration: eventbrite.com

HOLIDAY: ‘THE GRINCH’

What: Join the Atlanta Marriott Perimeter for Holiday Movies Under the Stars, featuring the holiday favorite, “The Grinch”. Complimentary coffee and hot cocoa will be available. When: Friday, Dec. 13, 6 p.m. Where: Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center, 246 Perimeter Center Parkway, Dunwoody Info: discoverdunwoody.com

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What: Come check out a wide range of handmade gifts and goodies during the Christmas in Cumming Arts & Crafts Festival at the Cumming Fairgrounds inside the Livestock Barn. When: Friday, Dec. 13, 4-10 p.m. Where: Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Road, Cumming More info: cityofcumming.net

What: Join for the 38th season of this holiday classic, “The Nutcracker.” Presented by Atlanta Dance Theatre. When: Dec. 13-15, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $20 More info and tickets: AtlantaDanceTheatre.org

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What: A large variety of homemade cookies and other goodies sold by the pound, including no nuts, sugar-free and egg/glutenfree. Proceeds benefit programs and missions of the women of Christ the King Lutheran Church. When: Saturday, Dec. 14 Where: Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road, Cumming. More info: ctklutheran.com

OPEN-HEARTH GINGERBREAD CHRISTMAS

What: Each workshop will be presented by Clarissa Clifton on preparing and decorating gingerbread cookies for baking over the open hearth. In addition, children will also have the opportunity to make a holiday craft ornament. When: Saturday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Where: Smith Plantation, 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell Info: roswellgov.com

FORSYTH PHILHARMONIC CHRISTMAS CONCERT

What: Come enjoy a live holiday performance by Forsyth County’s very own symphony orchestra, the Forsyth Philharmonic. When: Wednesday, Dec. 18, 7-8 p.m. Where: Cumming First United Methodist, 770 Canton Highway, Cumming More info: eventbrite.com

What: MGBaker Productions presents in conjunction with the Sherouse/Riley team, the original producers of the Christmas play, the classic tale of “A Christmas Carol.” When: Nov. 29-Dec. 15, times vary Where: School Street Playhouse, 101 School St, Cumming Info: schoolstreetplayhouse.com

CHRISTMAS LESSONS AND CAROLS

What: The Chancel Choir is joined by the area high school chamber choirs and chamber orchestra to present the annual service of Christmas Lessons and Carols. When: Sunday, Dec. 15, 8:45 a.m. Where: Cumming First United Methodist Church, 770 Canton Highway, Cumming More info: cfumcga.com

NORTH FORSYTH MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIRS

What: Join to hear a free performance of the Forsyth Middle School Choirs. When: Friday, Nov. 22, times vary; additional shows Dec. 9 and Dec. 16 Where: Cumming First United Methodist Church, 770 Canton Highway, Cumming More info: cfumcga.com/

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DENMARK 64, BLESSED TRINITY 49

Danes top Blessed Trinity to continue strong start By ZACH SHUGAN news@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Denmark captured its seventh win in eight games and improved to 2-0 in Region 7-AAAA play Dec. 5 by taking down Blessed Trinity at home, 64-49. The Danes, No. 2 in the class 4A preseason rankings, were led by sophomore Robert Cowherd, who notched 23 points and seven rebounds in their home opener. Other key contributors for the Danes were Auburn football commit Ze’Vian Capers with four points and five rebounds and point guard Sutton Smith with 11 points and a handful of assists. It was a defensive slugfest in the first half, as neither team could find its footing on offense. After leading 13-6 at the end of the first quarter, Denmark took a 25-19 lead into the locker room at halftime. The Danes took charge in the third quarter, nearly doubling their points total from the second period. By the time the buzzer rang to send the game to the fourth, the Danes had built a 49-34 lead with Cowherd leading the charge. “He’s got a natural ability to score the basketball,” Denmark head coach Tyler Whitlock said. “He can score with the best of them. He can hit really tough shots that you don’t allow most players to take, but we trust him and have confidence in him to hit those shots, especially when he gets going.” Blessed Trinity was led by Justin Zimmer, Jonathan Franchi and Ben Hamacher, who combined for 34 of team’s 49 points.

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Denmark sophomore Robert Cowherd drives on Blessed Trinity’s Jonathan Franchi in the Region 7-AAAA contest last Thursday. The Danes managed to hold off the relentless Titans in the fourth and came away with the 15-point win. “Defensively we were locked in,” Whitlock said. “I was very proud of how we played defensively. There were a few possessions where we just lost focus and gave up a few easy shots, but I think for the most part we were very sound. Offensively, there’s not a lot of flow to what we’re doing yet, but that comes with time.” Denmark (7-1, 2-0) continues region play on Dec. 13 against Flowery Branch. Blessed Trinity (4-5, 1-1), No. 9 in the class 4A preseason rankings, hosts upcoming region games against Flowery Branch on Dec. 10 and Marist on Dec. 13.

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Sam Smith (2) drives to the net in Denmark’s 64-49 win over Blessed Trinity at home Dec. 5. Smith had 11 points and 5 assists. The win put Denmark, the defending Region 7-AAAA champions, at 2-0 against region opponents.

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Stay heart smart this holiday season Ah, the holidays: that special time of year filled with family, friends and fun – and lots of chances to overindulge. The temptations are all around, from rich roasts to creamy eggnog, but with a little planning, you can maintain heart-healthy eating habits and still enjoy the festive season. “It’s a hectic time of year, but it’s really important we continue to think about what we’re putting in our bodies,” Dr. ACHTCHI says WellStar cardiologist Dr. Ahsan Achtchi. “If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease or heart failure, it’s critical you do your best to eat in moderation and avoid unhealthy fats and salt.” And even those without obvious heart issues can benefit from practicing a bit of mindful restraint at the holiday table, Dr. Achtchi says. “Choose wisely,” he ad-

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Albedo & Altitude: What you need to know for winter sun safety By Dr. Brent Taylor Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta What is the safest time to be outdoors? It turns out that this is not as easy a question to answer as you might think, and part of the Dr. Taylor reason is something called “albedo.” The term albedo is defined as the percent of sunlight that is reflected off a surface. Fishermen have higher rates of skin cancer than our average outdoorsmen because of sun not only reaching them from above but also because sun bounces off the water and strikes their skin from below. We often say that this gives them a “double dose” of radiation and sun damage. But is the damage really double? Albedo, the percent of light bouncing off a surface, varies by a number of factors including the type of surface the sunlight is hitting and the angle the sun is at relative to the surface. For example, when the sun is at angles of 40 degrees or higher in the sky relative to the horizon, the albedo of water is fairly constant at around 5%, meaning that only 5% of the sun is bouncing up and potentially hitting you. As the sun drops below 40 degrees, the albedo of water increases dramatically with about 50% of sunlight bouncing off of water when the sun is at an angle of ten degrees and almost 100% of sunlight reflecting off the water when the sun is just above the horizon at an angle of zero degrees. For many latitudes in the northern hemisphere in the winter months, the sun spends all its time below 40 degrees, so a large amount

of light is reflecting off surfaces at all times. In Atlanta on Christmas, the solar elevation angle only reaches 32 degrees at noon. Snow is a different beast all together. We love snow because it is pretty and sparkly… but are those sparkles in fact sinister? (Cue alarming music now). If you are an avid skier who doesn’t want skin cancer, it is useful to know that ice has a higher albedo than water, and snow has an even higher albedo than ice. In fact, snow reflects as much as 90 percent of solar radiation. Some of the worst sun burns that I have ever seen have come after ski trips. We might not think about sun damage in winter months figuring that the sun is less intense. However, many ski trips are in late spring at low latitudes and high elevations, so the snow persists even though the sun is now high in the sky. When it comes to skiing, you really can receive a double dose of UV radiation due to albedo and elevation. The general rule of thumb is that with every 3000 feet increase in elevation, UV radiation increases by 10%. So what is the safest time to be outdoors? The dermatologist would say that it is safest to ski between 6pm and 6am. The orthopedic surgeon might disagree. The real answer is to protect your skin from light from above and below with proper clothing and sunscreen. Have fun this winter! And if you or a loved one has a concerning spot or skin care need after your winter fun, consider Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta. Dr. Brent Taylor is a fellowship-trained and board certified dermatologist, Mohs surgeon and varicose vein specialist. We look forward to taking care of you.

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Lions and tigers and bears — and leaves! One thing you may not know about me is that I enjoy a good movie. I especially enjoy the iconic lines that come from some of my favorites — lines like “I’ll be back” from “The Terminator” or “You’re STEVE HUDSON gonna need a bigger Get Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net boat” from “Jaws.” Uttered in compelling tones, those words foreshadow what’s coming. Excitement! Adventure! Even danger! Then there’s that phrase from the Wizard of Oz. It’s just a five-word phrase, but it’s spoken in trembling tones. You may remember it: “Lions and tigers and bears!” Well. I’ve seen plenty of bears in my day, some closer than I might have wanted. I’ve even seen a couple of bobcats (do they qualify as tigers?) and one mountain lion. Some folks tell me that I should worry about close encounters of the liontiger-bear kind. But I’m not concerned about them anymore — not since I’ve discovered that there’s something far more dangerous lurking out there in the wild and dangerous woods. What I have discovered is…fall leaves. Yes, I’m talking about those selfsame delightfully colored fall leaves I wrote about a few weeks ago. When they’re up there on the trees, all orange and yellow and red, fall leaves are pretty and transform even the most basic hike into an adventure through a

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William P. Abram, 81, of Alpharetta, passed away November 23, 2019. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Crematory.

William Garrett, 94, of Alpharetta, passed away November 30, 2019. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors &

Phyllis S. Gilliam, 89, of Alpharetta, passed away November 21, 2019. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery. Lovell R. Greathouse, 88, of Roswell, passed away November 24, 2019. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

land where everything’s made of glowing Crayola crayons. But eventually those leaves fall. Ellie, our resident Mini Schnauzer, likes that part. She loves to chase falling leaves. In fact, she gets the puppy crazies as she runs from tree to tree, barking happily and jumping into the air in an effort to catch each and every leaf as it flutters toward the ground. She is a determined leaf catcher if ever there was one and manages to get quite a few. However, efficient as she is, she’s no match for all of the zillions of leaves that fall across north Georgia. Among the leaves she missed recently was the handful of small yellow ones that fell on one of the hiking trails near Amicalola Creek. Those particular leaves blanketed a section of trail (a section which happened to be going downhill), and everything was fine until along came Yours Truly. The occasion was a long-awaited fishing trip on Amicalola Creek with my buddy Scott. We’d geared up in the parking area near Steele Bridge (a neat bridge that is in fact made of steel) and were making our way down to the creek along one of the trails which descended toward the water from the parking area. I was hiking along nicely, dutifully watching the trail as I went. I saw the patch of yellow leaves scattered over the trail. I thought about how pretty they were, and about how important it is to always have a solid footing when hiking, and then I took one more step. Next thing I knew I was on the ground. One minute I was vertical. I took that step, my foot hit the leaves, and the next

thing I knew I was flat on my back. It happened that fast. For a moment I just lay there like a beached something, trying to get my breath back and decide if I was still alive. “Are you okay?” Scott asked. Still flat on my back among the leaves, I tentatively took inventory to see what hurt, which was pretty much everything. But the main locus of discomfort seemed to be my trusty right arm — my casting arm! It had come down on a big ol’ root knot, and even as I pulled myself into a sitting position it was hurting like the dickens and had already begun to swell. After a while, and with a hand from Scott, I slowly got to my feet. “Sure you’re okay?” “I think so, mostly.” “Well, I saw the whole thing,” he said, lightening the moment, “and I’ve got to say that it was impressive. For a moment it seemed like you were defying gravity and floating in the air. Then you hit the ground.” “Yeah, there was that,” I said. Then he asked the really important question. “Is your fly rod okay?” I hadn’t thought to check on that. My fly rod — my beloved favorite-of-all fly rod — had flown through the air as I fell, landing a couple of feet away. I retrieved it and gave it a once-over. No damage. “Looks okay,” I said. I gave the arm a tentative shake. “And I think I can cast. Let’s go fishing.” Later on, Wife of Mine thoughtfully pointed out that my “go fishing anyway” decision might not have been the best of

Bobby A. Harris, 74, of Cumming, passed away November 28, 2019. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home. Bernardette E. Hearns, 50, of Cumming, passed away November 28, 2019. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Crematory.

Theresa Hoynowski, 93, of Roswell, passed away December 1, 2019. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors &

Gee G. Joe, 87, of Roswell, passed away November 27, 2019. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

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Robert Mitchell, 57, of Alpharetta, passed away November 29, 2019. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors &

Matthew Lewis Moulin, 41, of Cumming, passed away November 26, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory. Roy Walter Osmulski, 70, of Cumming, passed away November 27, 2019. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home. William G. Roughead, 88, of Roswell, passed away November 23, 2019. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

all possible choices. But it seemed like a good idea at the time, so to the water (albeit tentatively) I went. I caught some trout, too, so the day was not a total disaster. Today, almost a week later, there’s still a good-sized and very sore knot on my arm. But the doctor tells me I didn’t break anything and that, given a little time, everything will be just fine. So have I given up late fall fishing? Not on your life. It’s one of my favorite things all year, especially on streams like Amicalola Creek. But I can tell you this. I’m a lot more aware of leaves on the trail. “Wary” might be a better word. As you enjoy your holiday hiking, be sure you’re wary of them too. They’re tricky little devils, and they’ll get you if you don’t watch out. Lions and tigers and bears? Sure. But that’s nothing compared to lions and tigers and bears — and leaves.

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Crematory.

Jerry Wayne Taylor, 73, of Roswell, passed away November 28, 2019. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors &

Pat W. Toler, 92, of Roswell, passed away November 30, 2019. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery. Ying Tsui, 92, of Atlanta, passed away November 29, 2019. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery. Judith Virginia Vandiver, 75, of Alpharetta, passed away November 26, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

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