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SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — In a post-Christmas, post-processing day rush, dozens of cars made their way to Keep North Fulton Beautiful’s small recycling site on Morgan Falls Road. While the cardboard bin had been empty earlier that morning, it quickly started overflowing, many boxes marked by Amazon’s logo. As one truck left the lot carrying a week’s worth of cardboard, Keep North Fulton Beautiful Executive Director Ryder Leary said the nonprofit recycles around 50 bales a week, each packed cube weighing about 600 pounds. He said cardboard is the No. 1 recycled material there, and more of it is coming through which he attributed to the popularity of Amazon, Walmart and other delivery services. Leary said there’s been about a 25 percent increase in total tonnage of recycled product in the last quarter. For regular drop-off, anyone can come to the recycling center in Sandy Springs. While some cities in North Fulton have their own recycling sites. Roswell has a comprehensive site exclusive to Roswell residents. People from other cities who don’t have curbside pick-up rely on Keep North Fulton Beautiful. “If you want to drive up here from Miami and drop stuff off, you’re more than welcome to,” Leary said.
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Ryder Leary, executive director of Keep North Fulton Beautiful, stands in front of people recycling materials, from cardboard to glass. Drop-off services are open to everyone, though some special events are exclusive to Sandy Springs and Johns Creek.
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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — This year, the Johns Creek City Council is heading to Columbus, Georgia, for its annual retreat where members will discuss strategic priorities for 2024. The first working day is set for Saturday, Jan. 27, at the Marriott on Front Avenue, when they will also go on a walking tour of Columbus. The following day, the council will reconvene for a half-day work session to establish a list of key focuses for the year to come. The agenda for the retreat has yet to be finalized. Last year, the council visited Greenville, South Carolina, settling on five strategic priorities for 2023 — again focusing on the city’s Town Center, but also its recreation and parks system, overall economic development, Creekside Park and municipal elections. That January, councilmembers also pulled inspiration from a walking tour of Greenville, figuring out ways to implement the city’s best features in their own hometown. — Amber Perry
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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A Johns Creek woman on Braesridge Way reported to police Dec. 19 that her 2021 white Toyota Rav4 had been stolen and another car had been burglarized. A man who lives in the same home also told police his car had been entered, but nothing had been stolen. The woman explained to police that both of her vehicles were unlocked and the keys to the Rav4 had been left inside the car, which had been leased through her employer, Toyota. Items from the Rav4 had been thrown onto the street, according to the incident report, and the rear-view mirror had been thrown into the bushes. The woman told police two valuables were left inside the stolen vehicle, a $100 Ralph Lauren hoodie and a $100 Ralph Lauren vest. She told police nothing in the second vehicle was missing. Police were unable to retrieve fingerprints from any of the vehicles.
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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A Johns Creek man reported to police Dec. 20 that he received two scam calls that allegedly came from two different police departments, one that threatened to kill him. The man told police the first call, which he did not answer, appeared to have come from the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office. An individual who claimed to be with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office made the second call, saying that the man had missed jury duty.
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Teen loses Air Jordans to thieves at Ocee Park JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A 15-year-old boy reported to police Dec. 21 that he met up with two men to sell two pairs of Air Jordan sneakers at Ocee Park, and they took off running with the shoes. The boy told police he arranged to meet up with the men to sell a $150 pair of Jordan 5s and a $200 pair of Jordan 6s. He said both suspects arrived on foot and asked to see the shoes, according to the incident report. After one suspect grabbed the shoes, they then fled on foot toward Kimball Bridge Road. The boy told police one of the suspects possibly attended Alpharetta High School. Police sent information to surrounding agencies to be on the lookout, and detectives took over the investigation.
Burglars remove safe containing valuable coins JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Police responded to a burglary off Norwick Way Dec. 22, where the victims said someone had stolen a $500 safe that held $10,000 in gold and silver coins. Police observed clothes thrown everywhere, multiple drawers open and open jewelry boxes lying on the floor and bed, according to the incident report.
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Women sought for theft of 10 pairs of sunglasses ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Alpharetta police are searching for two women who allegedly stole 10 pairs of sunglasses from a shop at Avalon Dec. 15. The store manager reported the two female suspects entered the store around 7 p.m., looked around and left between five and 10 minutes later. She said the store was busy during the incident. While checking inventory after the rush of customers, employees reported finding multiple pairs of sunglasses were missing, so they reviewed security footage. The footage reportedly showed the suspects trying on sunglasses, taking them off and concealing them. Due to a technical issue, officers were unable to confirm the theft on the surveillance video, the report states. The store reported the total value of merchandise stolen at $4,349. The suspects have not been identified.
Jewelry reported stolen from Alpharetta home ALPHARETTA, Ga. — An Alpharetta man reported Dec. 16 someone stole $20,000 in jewelry from a safe in his home on Bentwood Trail. The victim reported he last saw the jewelry Nov. 16, but when he discovered the theft around 8 a.m. Dec. 16, he said the safe was undamaged. He reported his housekeeping service had access to his home during the timeframe, and some of his family knew the combination to the safe. No suspects have been identified.
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Public libraries kick off 2024 with lineups of winter events By SHELBY ISRAEL shelby@appenmedia.com METRO ATLANTA — From crocheting to yoga to teen book clubs, Metro Atlanta libraries are offering a slew of programs and resources for patrons of all ages this winter. Here is a brief look at some offerings. Fulton County The Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, offers a community crochet circle on Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The hobby group is open to adults of all crochet skill levels and other fiber arts. Some North Fulton branches are also reserving time slots where children can read to registered therapy dogs. The Roswell Library will host “Read to Archie” at 4 p.m. Jan. 8 and 29 at 115 Norcross St. The Milton Library invites children to read to Cinnamon at 3 p.m. Jan. 9, Feb. 13, March 12, April 9 and May 14 as part of its “Books with Pups” series. The Milton branch also offers a monthly program for children 8 years and older to play Pokémon and Magic the Gathering. All skill levels are welcome. The gaming event is held from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on the first and last Friday of each month. Beginning Jan. 5, Northeast Spruill Oaks Library will host yoga every Friday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 9560 Spruill Road in Johns Creek. The Ocee Library in Johns Creek is also hosting “Energy Yoga” on Wednesdays starting Jan. 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road. The Sandy Springs Library is scheduling “Yoga with Marianne” on Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at 395 Mount Vernon Highway. Classes run from Jan. 6 through Jan. 27. DeKalb County The DeKalb County Public Library system is offering four book group takeout kits to help patrons improve or start their own book club. Each kit includes 10 to 12 copies of a book from the kit’s catalog and a guide on how to run a book discussion, a biography of the author, a synopsis of the reading material and discussion questions. The library system offers four takeout kits based on reading level: “Eager Readers” for beginners, “Book Buddies Takeout” for children who are new to chapter books, “BeTWEEN the Lines” for tweens and “Book Group Takeout” for adults.
More information Visit each county library system’s website for more information. DeKalb: dekalblibrary.org Fulton: fulcolibrary.org Forsyth: forsythpl.org Book group takeout kits can be checked out for eight weeks, and renewals are not allowed. Patrons may check out two kits at once. The DeKalb County Public Library also offers FLIP kits, which develop new readers’ comprehension and skills through family activities at home. FLIP kits include a book, an activity guide, materials and supplies. Beyond its book offerings, the DeKalb library system also provides exclusive resources for teenagers. The Hairston Crossing Library offers teen and tween self-care kits every Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 4911 Redan Road in Stone Mountain. The kits include journaling and mindfulness supplies for patrons between 12 and 18 years old. Teen artists and writers can also submit their work to be featured in the DeKalb County Public Library’s quarterly zine, “Between the Stacks.” Forsyth County Throughout January, the Forsyth County Public Library is offering basic Python coding for students in the sixth through eighth grades at the Cumming Library at 585 Dahlonega St. The course will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturdays and will focus on basic coding and theory. The four-week program begins Jan. 6 and concludes Jan. 27. Registration is required, and participants are encouraged to attend all sessions. Post Road Library at 5010 Post Road will host a “Masterminds Lego Lounge” at 4 p.m. on Fridays starting Jan. 12, with recurring dates through April. Students in kindergarten through fifth grade can practice building or complete new challenges in each program. Finished Lego creations are displayed on top of the library’s hold shelves. Registration is not required, but space is limited. The Cumming Library will also host a monthly writers club where teenagers can meet others who love to write; learn tips and strategies; practice with prompts and games; and share their writing to receive constructive feedback. The club will meet at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 9, Feb. 13 and March 12.
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Home Depot on State Bridge offers holiday tree recycling JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The City of Johns Creek and Keep Johns Creek Beautiful are sponsoring a Christmas tree recycling event Jan. 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Home Depot parking lot on State Bridge Road. Residents are asked to remove electric lights, tinsel and ornaments from the tree, and to make sure trees have not been flocked, or sprayed with fake snow made from artificial materials. Some retailers use natural, corn-based flocking, which is acceptable at the event. Trees will be recycled into mulch for playgrounds, city and county landscaping projects, and individual home use. The recycled tree material will also be used to provide habitats for fish and other animals. The Home Depot on State Bridge is one of three locations in Keep North Fulton Beautiful’s “Bring One for the Chipper” program. Another is at the Home Depot on Peachtree Dunwoody Road in Sandy Springs, where trees will be accepted until Jan. 6. A third is offered at Keep North Fulton Beautiful’s recycling center on Morgan Falls Road, where trees will be accepted until Jan. 13. All locations will have a limited supply of poplar, dogwood and redbud seedlings as well as a variety of seed packets, including vegetables, flowers and herbs. Mulch is available free to the public upon request by contacting Davey Tree Expert Co. at 770-451-7911. For more information, visit Keep North Fulton Beautiful’s website or call 770-551-7766.
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Girl Scouts participate in a flag-raising ceremony Dec. 17 at Keep North Fulton Beautiful in Sandy Springs, later earning a badge.
Girl Scouts earn badge in flag-raising ceremony SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Members of two Girl Scout troops earned a badge after participating in a flag-raising ceremony Dec. 17 at Keep North Fulton Beautiful, a recycling center in Sandy Springs. One group was Troop 22339, consisting of Brownies and juniors, which included Sophie Kassas, Isabella Greenia, Abbott Zaher and Isla Gibbler. Troop 20020, composed of cadettes,
included Ava Greenia, Ara Zaher and Christine Kassas. “It’s a good experience for the young ladies to not only understand what the flag means, but also a good connection back to the community … showcasing what they can do for other nonprofits in our area,” said Ryder Leary, executive director of Keep North Fulton Beautiful. — Amber Perry
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Recycle: Continued from Page 1 There are bins for cardboard, paper products, food-grade glass, scrap metal and plastic — No. 1 are items like clear water bottles, and No. 2 items could be milk jugs and detergent bottles. Recycling events There are some special recycling events that are exclusive to Sandy Springs and Johns Creek residents, for electronics, bulky items and hazardous waste. But, free shredding events, held throughout the year, are available to everyone, and Leary said those are fun to watch. Shredding is also offered on-site, priced at $1 per pound. The nonprofit also recycles medical equipment, like walkers and unused adult diapers. The Sandy Springs Rotary picks up the equipment and takes it to FODAC, or Friends of Adults and Disabled Children, which donates it to families in need. The partnership is longstanding, but Leary said he plans to double medical equipment intake with a new trailer. There’s also a truck on-site for gently
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A truck leaves the lot of Keep North Fulton Beautiful, carrying a week’s worth of cardboard. The nonprofit recycles around 50 bales a week, each packed cube weighing about 600 pounds.
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In December, Leary asked two Girl Scout troops to lead a flag-raising ceremony. Leary said, in general, he has been cleaning up operations at the facility to be as efficient as possible, to be good stewards of not only the product being brought it but also the resources cities provide to contin-
ue services at Keep North Fulton Beautiful. While he said he loved his career with the YMCA, he always wanted to be involved in conservation. “...[I] found an opportunity to do something I’m a bit more passionate about, and it gives me an opportunity to make a difference in a different way,” Leary said.
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Minuteman Press rolls through digital age By HAYDEN SUMLIN hayden@appenmedia.com SANDY SPRINGS, Ga.— Jon Wittenburg, brings the backing of an international company to his Minuteman Press Sandy Springs franchise. Wittenburg, a self-described introvert, purchased the franchise in 2012 and joined the Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber of Commerce shortly after opening his press shop. “Design, print and promote is in essence what we do,” Wittenburg said. “We understand that good printing starts with good design.” Wittenburg said his secret to maintaining a local business through the COVID-19 pandemic circles back to the relationships he forged with fellow small business owners at networking events with the Perimeter Chamber. Minuteman Press International has almost 1,000 franchises across the world, including South Africa, Australia and the United Kingdom. There are 10 franchises operating in Metro Atlanta with another 10 throughout Georgia. After expanding the footprint of his previous shop at 6780 Roswell Road in 2017, Minuteman Press Sandy Springs has settled into a larger location at the Morgan Falls Office Park just up the road on Ga. 9. The motivation for the move to Morgan Falls in April was to increase the square footage of the shop and to streamline production. “One of the big benefits of the move this year was being able to place our equipment where it needed to be,” Wittenberg said. “It also gives me expansion capabilities.”
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The team at Minuteman Press Sandy Springs stands with Greater North Fulton Chamber President Kali Boatright, right, and Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber President Adam Forrand, left, Aug. 24 in the new shop at 7840 Roswell Road. Many of the customers at Minuteman Press Sandy Springs are local business owners.
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Continued from Page 8 When Wittenburg and his team signed a long-term lease at the office park, they had to gamble on the state of the printing industry in the United States. According to an industry report from IBISWorld, the print market in the United States was estimated at about $80 billion in 2023. The right touch While digital marketing has expanded in the internet age, people often prefer things they can touch and feel, Wittenburg said. “We got involved with promotional products a few years ago because we felt it was a good complement to the conventional printing we do,” Wittenburg said. “So, it gives us the ability to be like a one-stop print shop.” If a local business owner decides they want a brochure instead of flyers, the team at Minuteman Press Sandy Springs already has the equipment and know-how to create the product. The company employs a full-time designer and a full-time production manager. Wittenberg said he hopes to hire another designer soon to keep the production process operating more efficiently. The need to hire another team member at the print shop is a problem Wittenberg said he’s happy to have. What’s more, the team works with customers to ensure they have the chance to look over the design and make changes before going to print. “If you design it right and print it right, people are going to look at it,” Wittenberg said. In-house graphics are a benefit because it allows the team at Minuteman Press to offer advice and expert opinions on the designs customers bring into the shop. While the U.S. Postal Service offers tools for individuals to design their own print products, there is not someone on staff to ensure the product achieves its intended effect. Entrepreneur Magazine has rated Minuteman Press International as the top printing franchise in the industry for 20 straight years. In the company’s 50-year history, it has been named the No. 1 franchise in the printing industry 32 times. Minuteman Press Sandy Springs has also received positive reviews from customers across North Fulton, East Cobb and Dunwoody. Whether customers came in for wedding invitations or a school project, a vast majority spoke to Wittenberg and his team’s honesty, efficiency and quality printing. “Minuteman Press Sandy Springs is a wonderful shop to do business with,” Russell Wise said in a Google review. “Very responsive, professional quality, well versed
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CANELITA SABROSA LIVE
What: Canelita Sabrosa, which plays everything from Latin jazz and Salsa to pop, rock and R&B, will perform. When: Friday, Jan. 5, 8 p.m. Where: Cutters Cigars & Spirits, 4915 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta More: cutterscigarandspirits.com
PUPPET PALOOZA SATURDAYS
What: Stage Door Theatre is teaming up with Piccadilly Puppets for a Saturday morning puppet show, one of five for the season. When: Saturday, Jan. 6, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Where: Stage Door Theatre, 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody Cost: $10 More: stagedoortheatrega.org
SALSA NIGHT
What: Every Wednesday night, Eclipse Di Luna hosts free Salsa lessons with a professional instructor along with a performance from a live Salsa band. When: Wednesday, Jan. 10, 7:30 p.m. Where: Eclipse Di Luna, 4505 Ashford Dunwoody Rd, Dunwoody More info: eclipsediluna.com
THE RAY HOWARD BAND CELEBRATES LUTHER VANDROSS
What: The Ray Howard Band will perform a tribute to Luther Vandross, the Grammy-winning soul and R&B singer. When: Saturday, Jan. 6, 7:30 & 9:30 p.m. Where: The Velvet Note, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta Cost: $46 More: thevelvetnote.com
SALSA NIGHT
What: Every Wednesday night, Eclipse Di Luna hosts free Salsa lessons with a professional instructor along with a performance from a live Salsa band. When: Wednesday, Jan. 10, 7:30 p.m. Where: Eclipse Di Luna, 4505 Ashford Dunwoody Rd, Dunwoody More info: eclipsediluna.com
POP-UP PERFORMANCE SERIES: LAYLA MUSSELWHITE
What: Layla Musselwhite, a New Orleans-based singer-songwriter and slide guitarist, will perform. Ticket cost includes hors d’oeuvres and beverages. When: Thursday, Jan. 11, 7 p.m. Where: Mimosa Hall, 127 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell Cost: $35 More: roswellartsfund.org/popup/
TONY THOMAS: ‘SCENES FROM MY TRAVELS’
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paintings by local artist Tony Thomas, including of the Grand Canyon, Niagara Falls, Multnomah Falls and Devils Tower National Monument. When: Until Jan. 12, business hours Where: Community Gallery at City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us
MARIO THE MAKER MAGICIAN
What: Mario “the Maker Magician” Marchese, who infuses DIY electronics and robotics into his work, will perform. He has appeared on “Sesame Street,” NBC’s “Universal Kids,” HGTV and David Blaine’s 2018 North American tour. When: Saturday, Jan. 13, 11 a.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center,
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PORTRAIT SOCIETY OF ATLANTA EXHIBITION
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now we perform over 300 projects each year.” Bath & Kitchen Galleria recently moved from Roswell to Alpharetta where they found a huge new showroom to show their amazing versatility: cost effective to fully custom bathrooms and kitchens, from $10,000 to $250,000, styles from farmhouse to traditional to transitional, project scopes from partial room update to fully rebuilt rooms. They have cabinetry, tiles, plumbing fixtures, countertops, shower glass, knobs and pulls, lighted mirrors, accessories and most importantly, remodeling consultants to help you. “We take the anxiety and pressure out of the process and make it fun” says Bobbie, “and that’s how it should be.” John and Bobbie have built a great business that provides personal attention to every customer; because every home is different, and every homeowner is different. “I wish we could say that we have some secret widget; but our competitive advantage is pure “service excellence”. Bath and Kitchen Galleria (BathAndKitchenGalleria.com) is located at 10591 Old Alabama Rd Connector in Alpharetta. 770-765- 6000. Open Weekdays and Saturday.
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How I watched Milton put itself on the map Fly on the wall explains newsgathering process I held my feet to fire, basically. When I first came to know Milton’s plan to run its own municipal election, I didn’t really know what that meant. I was new to the area — I didn’t know AMBER PERRY Fulton County’s role, Staff Reporter amber@appenmedia.com and I was fresh out of grad school with no local government experience to speak of. Before I joined Appen Media, I had never attended, or streamed, a city council meeting. The process, what it took to pull Milton’s first self-run municipal election off, was obviously beyond me, and initially, beyond city staff. Even with a combined lot of city government experience, operating a municipal election was out of their wheelhouse. It’s the norm for cities in other counties, like Gwinnett, to do their own thing. But, Milton is the first city, solely in Fulton County, to do it — Palmetto, which straddles Fulton and Coweta counties, also runs its own municipal election. But, after a lot of hours, a lot of days, a lot of months, we can all probably recite state code. I know very mundane, but vital legal requirements that probably won’t make it to the next episode of Jeopardy. I got lucky with this story, and I do mean lucky, despite how stressful it was chugging out any and every election bit I could think of so that the community could stay informed — of not only what decisions were being made in public, but what was happening in the background. So, how did I manage to write more than 40 stories on Milton’s elections, some with observable impact? First, I’ll answer why. Eyes on Milton City councils make pretty big decisions that affect your everyday life — if I wasn’t slated as an outsider looking in, I would surely make civic engagement at
City Hall a personal habit. So, the cart before the horse — how city officials are elected is something to report, let alone the hullabaloo of the 2020 presidential election, which was the key reason Milton residents rallied for this to happen. Cost came later. But then, the story got bigger, as most cities in North Fulton legitimately considered running their own local election in 2023 with two months to make the decision — like playing a menial game of chess with non-menial pieces. Milton, rightly so, spent several months studying the task in the regular meetings I covered. (I also wrote that not all the Milton Municipal Election Feasibility Committee meetings were public, which I discovered through an open records request. I submitted a lot of open records requests while covering Milton’s election efforts — we love ORRs ’round here.) I was shook, so to speak, that elected officials in Roswell, Alpharetta and Johns Creek nearly flew by the seat of their pants to join Milton in championing “local control.” Me and the other staff reporters scrambled to compile those discussions into one succinct news story — Appen Media has that advantage, being the only newsroom with boots on the ground in all North Fulton. Soon enough, though, the dominoes fell one by one, and Milton was the only city standing with the feat before them, feeling the pressure and all the eyes, including those from the City of Atlanta and from other cities in other states. Stories with impact Come April, decisions about how Milton would run its municipal election were coming before the City Council — whether to use ballot scanners and the number of polling locations during advance voting and on Election Day, the real fuss. Initially, the City Council decided on two Election Day polling locations, down from about a dozen Fulton County had, and Council District 3 was left without a place for residents to cast ballots. So, I asked myself what this meant and recruited Carl Appen, the director of content and development and a better
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data whiz than me, to help me track historic voting patterns — yes, city contests are nonpartisan, but party lines were scribbled all over this thing. We found that District 3 had the highest number of Democratic voters, and maybe a week after the story came out, one with novel data, Stacey Abram’s Fair Fight Action published concerns over that same area having the highest number of Black and brown voters in Milton. The criticism, that Milton officials were disenfranchising voters, led to a third location and a new precinct map. All angles There were other stories I wrote, pulled from either open records requests, questions and concerns that had been sent to my inbox, or tips from a varied number of sources, official and private, that I had developed. One story, that may have been the most intensive, and one that the City Council would have probably liked to have read before last December, was on the election committee’s final report — a truncated version of what city staff had drafted, that excluded risk-reward analysis. Three of us went through two versions of the report, highlighted the differences, then I noted them electronically so readers could interact with the document online. We became innovative over the course of Milton’s election coverage, with plenty of infographics and Carl’s entry of our Municipal Election Dashboard. Every week, we solicited questions from Milton readers, and I attempted to answer them. Some stories materialized in an “Ask Appen” blurb — for instance, I looked at the city’s procurement process after a haze settled over the city’s hiring of its first election consultant, who was eventually fired. During election season, we also provided a weekly Milton voter guide. I kept busy, and if I had the time, I could have written more. Going ‘rogue’ There was a lot of challenge reporting on this, a major balancing act of my actual work load, not neglecting other beats,
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but also the stories themselves. While I gained major trust, the criticism I received was overwhelming. Once, we were given a T-shirt idea after being called the “Rogue Milton Herald” during public comment at a City Council meeting. A few different times, I was said to have a hidden agenda. I also “assassinated” various characters, as if what I wrote wasn’t based in fact. People attempted to sway the way I reported on Milton’s election process, which naturally vamped up in October, a delight that journalists at-large face. And, there were distractions, “shiny objects” — to stave off writing a novella, I won’t describe them here. But, at the end of the day, I used my training and critical thinking skills, and I consulted with my editor, Pat Fox, and Carl about what was most newsworthy. Election coverage was very much a team effort, which continued into Election Day. Team effort The news team was sprawled out across Milton Nov. 7, while I loitered about the Milton City Park and Preserve, sticking around to watch the ballots be counted there, then transported to City Hall for tabulation. A few of us were at City Hall until 1 a.m. the next morning, relishing the collective delirium. With cost in mind, some would say Milton came out on the other side successfully. The city spent about $115,000 in “actual” dollars, whereas Fulton County would have charged at least double that. Others look to a decrease in voter turnout and the increase in voter confusion, the fewer number of polling locations and the decision to hand-count hand-marked paper ballots, characterized as a win for election deniers. No matter the criticism, my hats are off to city staff. They waded through and toppled the election muck, and they were incredibly responsive to my series of emails and phone calls, as someone hoping to contribute to the best voter experience possible — I know the second floor of Milton City Hall well, as I met with them there every month for at least an hour. Anyway, let’s see if they meet their next goal, making Milton a boring city to cover.
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Forest bathing allows you to embrace nature’s healing powers The ‘forest bath’ or the Japanese concept of shrininyoku forest therapy is an exercise in mindfulness that promotes wellbeing and a sense of calmness when KATHERINE COPPEDGE practiced. The Guest Columnist “bathing” refers to a therapeutic immersion in the natural environment with all the senses engaged. It’s an intentional and mindful practice that involves a leisurely walk through the woods allowing the sights, sounds, scents and textures of the natural world to “wash” over the individual. But it’s not just a walk, it’s a rejuvenating experience that goes beyond the physical and taps into the therapeutic essence of nature itself. This is not exercise, or hiking, or jogging through the woods. It is simply being in nature with no other activity involved. No picture taking, texting or otherwise engaging with anything other than strolling through the forest. By opening our senses, it bridges the gap between us and the natural world. Never have we been so far from connecting with the natural world and so divorced from nature. The United Nations reports that 55% of the world’s population lives in urban areas today, a proportion that is expected to increase to 68% by 2050. According to a study sponsored by the Environmental Protection Agency, the average American spends 93% of his or her time indoors. In our fast-paced, technologydriven lives, finding moments of stillness and mindfulness is a challenge but forest bathing provides
compounds released by trees, lowered stress hormone levels and increased immune system activity in scientific studies. Understanding the healing power of trees can deepen our commitment to preserving and protecting these essential guardians of our environment. In forest bathing, the senses are our guides. Walking through a forest becomes a sensory feast, with the rustling of leaves, the dappled light through the canopy, the fragrance of the earth, and the touch of breeze on the skin all contributing to a heightened awareness. This sensory exploration is not only a source of pleasure but a way to strengthen our connection with the natural world. It is a celebration of the untamed beauty of the wilderness.
John Ripley Forbes Big Trees Preserve in Sandy Springs an antidote. It is a way to foster an awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things, of being fully in the present moment, and leaving behind the distractions and noise of daily life. It is a holistic experience that
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Forest Bathing - Connecting to Nature to Improve Health. Rappold and Dixon. University of Arizona Extension. https://extension.arizona.edu/pubs/forest-bathing-%E2%80%93-connecting-nature-improve-health Forest Bathing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ElyUFMgwPAw Embracing the Wisdom of Shinrin-yoku: Exploring the Japanese Tradition of Forest Bathing https://treeplantation.com/forest-bathing.html The Art and Science of Forest Bathing https://kripalu.org/resources/art-andscience-forest-bathing The Art of Forest Bathing https://aplacebetweenthetrees.com/2020/09/30/theart-of-forest-bathing/ Shinrin-Yoku - The Japanese Art of Forest Bathing https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=5L8mEU40Gjs Forest Bathing: How Trees Can Help You Find Health and Happiness by Dr. Qing Nature’s Keeper: John Ripley Forbes and the Children’s Nature Movement, by Gary Ferguson The Hidden Life of Trees: What they feel, how they communicate - Discoveries from a Secret World by Peter Wohlleben
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encompasses the mind, body and soul. Trees, the silent giants of the natural world, play a vital role in forest bathing. They play a vital role in creating a balanced ecosystem. Forest bathing takes this understanding to a personal level, allowing one to appreciate the calming influence of trees. Phytoncides, natural
To do a forest bath: 1. Find a suitable location in nature – a wooded area, preferably close to home so it can become a healthy habit. 2. Enter the forest, stand still, and recognize your body in space (15-20 minutes), breathe slowly and evenly: a. See five things. b. Hear four things. c. Touch three things. d. Smell two things. e. Taste one thing. 3. Proceed by walking mindfully, slowly and quietly. 4. Reflect out loud; “I am noticing __________.” 5. Establish a spot to sit and ponder for a minimum of 20 minutes. 6. Return to mindfully walking and continue the bathing session. 7. Conclude your session but do not make an immediate return to everyday life. Savor the forest and the experience.
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In conclusion, forest bathing is not just about personal well-being; it fosters a deeper understanding of the need to conserve and protect our natural spaces. It can instill a sense of responsibility to preserve the sanctity of the environment. Forest bathing prompts us to be mindful of our impact on the ecosystems we inhabit and work toward preserving and protecting these spaces for future generations. Let us take time to immerse ourselves in the restorative embrace of the forest, understanding that the well-being of the natural world is intricately woven into our own. Now, go take a walk. Slowly! North Fulton Master Gardeners, Inc. is a Georgia nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization whose purpose is to educate its members and the public in the areas of horticulture and ecology in
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About the author This week’s “Garden Buzz” guest columnist is Roswell resident Katherine Coppedge. Katherine has been a Master Gardener since 2009 and has been gardening in the Atlanta area since the 1070s. Katherine is an avid hiker and lover of walking in the woods. Katherine is a member of the Spalding Garden Club and has been a board member of the John Ripley Forbes Big Trees Preserve in Sandy Springs since 2006. Katherine shared her love of trees and forest bathing in her spring 2021 “Big Trees of Sandy Springs” garden lecture which is viewable at https://youtu.be/ oeOlLc21ue0. order to promote and foster community enrichment. Master Gardener Volunteers are trained and certified by The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension. Learn more at nfmg.net. Previous Garden Buzz columns are featured at https://appenmedia.com/ opinion/columnists/garden_buzz/.
INVITATION TO BID CITY OF JOHNS CREEK ITB #24-32 SARGENT ROAD AT ASHWICK/BARTON PLACE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS The City of Johns Creek extends an Invitation to Bid (ITB) to qualified construction firms for the construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Sargent Road and Ashwick/Barton Place in the City of Johns Creek. ITB’s will be received electronically via the City’s bid platform, BidNet no later than 2:00PM on February 1, 2024 . Questions are accepted and answered online only via BidNet. Deadline for questions is January 25, 2024 at 5:00 PM. Quotes, bids, and RFP’s are electronically managed through the Georgia Purchasing Group by BidNet , our online bidding/vendor registration system, on the City website: https://www.johnscreekga.gov/Residents/Purchasing . To access the ITB document you must register with BidNet. Go to the City website above and click the link “register and view quote/bid/RFP opportunities”. The City of Johns Creek, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and 78 Stat. 252, 42 USC 2000d—42 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, part 21, Nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, minority business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, or national origin in consideration for an award . All offerors must comply with all general and special requirements of the ITB information and instructions. Additional information may be obtained by contacting Neil Trust at the City of Johns Creek Procurement Division at purchasing@johnscreekga.gov or (678) 512-3233. The City of Johns Creek reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to wave technicalities and informalities, and to make award in the best interest of the City of Johns Creek.
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