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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Several residents from neighborhoods along Medlock Bridge Road reported items stolen from their vehicles around Feb. 6.

A China Rose Lane resident told police someone entered her blue Chevy Tahoe and took her Apple iPad between 9 p.m.

Feb. 6 and 7 a.m. Feb. 7 while the vehicle was parked in her driveway.

A Camarilla Court resident reported that overnight Feb. 6 someone rummaged through the two unlocked vehicles parked in her driveway, a Jeep Patriot and a Honda Accord. The suspect took a Discover card, Eno Hammock, a Camelbak Backpack and some change.

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Video suggests purse stolen from returned shopping cart JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A Johns Creek woman reported Feb. 4 that her purse was stolen after she shopped at the Old Alabama Road Kroger.

The woman said she stopped at the store around 2:15 p.m., and when she arrived at her next destination she was unable to find her purse. She backtracked to Kroger, thinking she left her purse in the shopping cart when her son pushed the cart into the corral.

The Kroger manager allowed police to view surveillance footage, which showed the son push the shopping cart into the corral leaving the purse in the top basket.

The video also showed a silver SUV enter the parking lot. Someone exited the vehicle and then quickly reentered, and then drove out of the lot at high speed.

The victim said the purse contained $7,000 in cash, an expired passport card, Indiana driver’s license, Chase Red card, Chase Blue card, Kohl’s card, Sam’s member card, Macy’s card and gift cards.

Another China Rose Lane resident said on the same night an unidentified person entered his Toyota Highlander and took his laptop bag and his Dell Latitude Laptop. The laptop bag was found in front of the Camarilla Court home from the previous incident.

On Feb. 9, police responded to a Briggs Way resident who said on the morning of Feb. 7, he discovered his black Taurus 9mm handgun and a Fobus holster was stolen from his unlocked truck.

On Feb. 10, a Craftsman Street resident told police that between Feb. 5 and the morning of Feb. 7, someone entered his vehicle and stole a black JBL Bluetooth speaker worth about $150.

Owner reports television missing from garage JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Johns Creek Police are investigating an incident in which a new TV was stolen from an Oak Laurel Court garage.

The victim told police he came home Feb. 3 around 5:30 p.m. The next day at 7:30 a.m. he went to his garage and realized he had not closed the doors the previous night.

He then noticed that his Vizio 70inch Smart TV was missing. In the space where the TV had been, there was a glass. The man said the glass had been on top of the TV and the suspect must have moved the glass to take the TV. The police officer took the glass from the scene to test it for prints. Police also have a possible lead from a neighbor.

In an email, the neighbor said while he was out for a morning run around 4:45 Feb. 4, he saw a white man with black hair carrying a TV box on his back. Once the man saw the neighbor he fled into the woods.

Police review store video showing theft of perfume JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Police responded to a Feb. 4 incident in which a man made off with about a dozen bottles of perfume from the Kimball Bridge Walgreens.

The manager showed police a video of a middle-aged white man, between 5 feet six inches and 5 feet 9 inches tall, and about 180 pounds, wearing a blue shirt and jeans enter the Walgreens at 12:11 p.m.

The suspect went to the perfume display cabinet, which the manager said is supposed to be locked but it was not.

The video showed the man grabbing about 13 bottles of perfume or cologne, worth about $480, and placing them into a Walgreens plastic bag.

The suspect took the bag and exited the store, triggering the alarm. The man then ran to a parked silver sedan and drove away.

The manager said he does not recognize the suspect. He provided police with a DVD of the video surveillance footage and a detailed list of what was stolen.

License plate stolen from pickup truck JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Police are investigating an incident in which a Georgia license plate was reported stolen from a burgundy 2000 GMC pickup truck parked at his Bridgemor Drive home.

The victim said he parked the truck around 6 p.m. Feb. 8 and discovered the plate missing around 12:30 p.m. the

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Council, CVB close in on tourism product decision

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The Johns Creek City Council has postponed a final decision on whether to use tourism development dollars to fund gateway markers.

At its Feb. 11 meeting, the council voted 5-2 to commit about $75,000 toward plans for a Chattahoochee River greenway, but left $40,000 undecided. Mayor Mike Bodker and Councilman Lenny Zaprowski opposed the motion.

State law requires about 40 percent of funds collected from local hotel taxes go to tourism product development. Through an intergovernmental agreement with the Johns Creek Convention and Visitors Bureau, the council decides which projects to authorize and the CVB implements the projects.

For 2019, the amount available for tourism products is estimated at $193,000. In December, the council budgeted $78,000 for Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, Wall That Heals and an art sculpture at the Bell and Boles roundabout, leaving $114,000 unspoken for.

Since the beginning of the processes in November, the CVB has asked the council to allocate $114,000 toward gateway markers — two artistic monuments at the entrance to the city on State Bridge Road at the Chattahoochee River and at Kimball Bridge Road.

In 2018, the CVB hired Randall Travel Marketing to conduct a tourism assessment of Johns Creek. Results from that study recommended improving gateways and signage.

“Gateway signage is a fundamental void that we need to address to enhance all of the other efforts of the CVB,” said Lynda Lee Smith, the chair of the convention bureau board.

The CVB board proposed partnering with Urban Catalyst Lab, a nonprofit they worked with on the Johns Creek Tunnel, to gather community feedback and develop designs for gateway markers.

Some council members expressed apprehension about the gateway markers proposal and asked the CVB to come up with an alternative recommendation.

In January, the convention bureau came back to the council reiterating its signage recommendation but also proposing a master plan for the Chattahoochee Greenway between Abbotts Bridge and McGinnis Ferry as an alternative.

“Greenway was the only option presented by city staff that even closely fit into the strategic plan of the CVB,” Lee Smith said. “The CVB fully supports the building of a greenway but feels the funding for an initial plan fits better from a timing perspective in 2020 or 2021.”

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The CVB previously collaborated with Urban Catalyst Lab to develop the mural in the Johns Creek Tunnel at Medlock Bridge and State Bridge roads.

Some council members seemed inclined to trust the tourism expertise of the board and go with the gateway markers, but others preferred the greenway proposal, saying it could offer more benefits to residents.

“We said the first time, we really don’t like these recommendations, go back and do it again,” Councilman Steve Broadbent said. “They gave it great consideration and they came back with the same recommendation and added further data to it, so to me it’s supporting the people we ask to work on a volunteer basis for the city.”

“It’s awesome that we want people who are coming to Johns Creek to let them know they are in Johns Creek,” Councilwoman Stephanie Endres said. “But we have so many underfunded activities for the residents of Johns Creek that live here.”

Before the Feb. 11 meeting, on the table was a compromise: $40,000 for designing gateway markers, but not authorizing their construction, and the remaining funds for a Chattahoochee Greenway study.

At the meeting, some council raised concerns about Urban Catalyst Lab, the artist considered for the project William Massey and the process for choosing the design.

“It seemed like they were halfway down the tracks toward a very certain thing that they wanted to do, that I was not certain was in line with the rest of the community’s desires,” Councilman John Bradberry said.

Lee Smith said the council’s concerns were based on miscommunication and work Urban Catalyst and Massey had completed in other cities that would not be relevant to Johns Creek.

“No designs would even be submitted by the artist until the community participants agreed,” she said. “This is the sole reason the CVB is comfortable with William Massey as the artist. His entire approach and philosophy to

functional community art requires community input before he even puts a pen to paper.”

After discussion, the council reached consensus on allocating $75,000 for the greenway project and leaving the remaining $40,000 unallocated until the CVB and city staff can work out a design process acceptable to all parties.

According to the agreement with the CVB, the council has to come to a decision by March 1. The last City Council meeting before the deadline is Feb. 25. However, there is not enforcement for the deadline, city staff said.

Lee Smith said she is displeased with the way the council split up funding for designs and construction.

“There would be no tangible or visible outcomes from the investment until council approves the second portion next year,” she said. “There is no guarantee council would even do that, so the funds would have been a wasted investment with no results. The CVB is all about outcomes and results so this is totally counter to our strategic plan.”

She also said the CVB board has more than 80 years of combined experience in tourism and she expected the council to respect their expertise and the effort they put in to their suggestions.

“The council should always respect and listen intently to any organization that is attempting to make a positive contribution to the city, and hopefully we did that on Monday night,” Bradberry said. “But the other side of our responsibility is to act in the best interest of our entire community.”

Back in 2010, the City Council backed down from a decision to spend as much as $290,000 on gateway signage that had been proposed in anticipation of the attention the city would receive from hosting the PGA Tour Championship later that year.

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Public Works preps for improvements along Bell Road

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — The Johns Creek City Council took a step toward improving the commute for drivers along Bell Road at its Feb. 11 meeting.

The council approved moving forward with three intersection improvements along the road. The Public Works department will begin acquiring the land along Bells Road at the intersections with McGinnis Ferry Road, Medlock Bridge Road and Rogers Circle South for up to $755,000.

The intersection improvements will be funded through proceeds from the 2016 transportation sales tax referendum, or TSPLOST. Bell Road is a crucial connector for the northeast corner of Johns Creek.

The area is expected to grow over the next several years with the development of new subdivisions and creation of Cauley Creek Park.

The city plans to extend the northbound right-turn lane on Bell and add through lanes on McGinnis Ferry through the intersection.

Public Works also proposes adding westbound dual left-turn lanes on Bell Road and extending the southbound leftturn lane on Medlock Bridge.

At Bell Road and Rogers Circle South, the plans include building a single lane roundabout and extending existing sidewalks.

The city also plans to add a roundabout at the entrance to Cauley Creek Park and Old Homestead Trail and to replace the bridge over Cauley Creek tributary. Both projects are in the design phase and not ready to move on to rightof-way acquisition.

In other business conducted at the meeting, the city amended its intergovernmental agreement on the revitalization of Rogers Bridge. The steel truss bridge was built around

Fulton County begins 911 call center expansion ROSWELL, Ga. — Fulton County began work on Feb. 11 in order to expand their 911 call center.

The expansion is scheduled to be completed by the end of May.

1900 and has been closed to traffic for 40 years.

In 2016, Johns Creek approved an IGA with Fulton County, Duluth, Gwinnett County and the state to engineer a pedestrian and bike bridge. The bridge would connect Johns Creek’s planned Cauley Creek Park with Duluth’s Rogers Bridge Park and the Chattahoochee Dog Park.

While planning the rebuild, the state determined because of the historic nature of the bridge, the project requires permitting through the Federal Highway Administration.

Johns Creek learned in December that the Atlanta Regional Commission would contribute $160,000, or 80 percent of the additional costs, if the four local governments made up the remaining 20 percent funding.

The amended IGA raises Johns Creek’s contribution to the planning phase from $25,000 to $35,000. The Rogers Bridge revamp was included in the 2016 parks bond referendum and $1.3 million was allocated for the project. Fulton, Gwinnett and Duluth are also expected to pitch in an additional $10,000.

In zoning matters, the request to build a RaceTrac near Whole Foods on State Bridge Road was deferred until April 22 while the developers continue to work with Camden Way neighbors to find an acceptable plan for the road.

In finance, the council adopted an updated cash and investments policy as proposed by Finance Director Jeff Bohm with one minor correction.

The policy outlines the goals of investment, ethical standards, types of investment and reporting the status of the investment portfolio. This policy is based on state and federal laws and the guidelines of the Georgia Government Finance Officers Association, Bohm said.

The expansion, scheduled to be completed by the end of May, will allow the center to add four new call taker positions and four new dispatcher positions as well as expanding areas for support and administrative staff.

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Fulton County reinforces commitment to fighting HIV

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Fulton County recently joined the Fast-Track Cities initiative, which aims to fight the prevalence of HIV and AIDS. In 2017, Georgia led the nation with the highest rate of diagnoses for HIV, according to the Center for Disease Control. The Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell area ranked 3rd in people living with HIV by metro area.

Fast-Track Cities is an international initiative that sets targets to ensure people who are living with HIV know their status, improve access to antiretroviral treatment, increase HIV prevention and reduce the negative stigma surrounding the illness.

Atlanta joined Fast-Track Cities in 2015, but now Fulton County will be seen as a partner in the initiative.

“It’s not just Atlanta, it’s Fulton County because it’s our responsibility,” County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts said.

Fulton County has had a task force to specifically address HIV/Aids since 2015, and this year, the 2019 budget passed in January includes $1.5 million for public health services, including $670,000 for HIV/ AIDS testing and treatment.

“I think that we are making progress,” Pitts said.

“It’s a problem for Atlanta, it’s a problem for Fulton County, and it’s a problem for the state of Georgia. We are being very aggressive in meeting the requirements of this Paris declaration.”

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Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts, second from left, signs the Paris Declaration on Fast-Track Cities.

Pitts also noted that the issue of HIV/Aids was included in President Donald Trump’s State of the Union, commending the president for addressing the disease “very strongly.”

Following the State of the Union, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released details of its initiative to fight HIV/Aids. Fulton County programs will receive an additional $1.3 million in federal funding to target the disease.

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Jessica Lamb, left, founder of Atlanta Redemption Ink, and Crystal Boyd, owner of Pur Ink, provide tattoo removals and cover-ups for victims of sex trafficking and other trauma.

Local tattoo artist helps victims of trafficking

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Tattoos can showcase a loved one, a fond memory or a passionate interest. But, they can also serve as unwanted and painful reminders for sex trafficking survivors, who are often branded by traffickers.

That’s why Jessica Lamb, a trafficking survivor herself, created Atlanta Redemption Ink. The nonprofit provides free tattoo removals and cover ups to survivors of sex trafficking, as well as survivors of domestic abuse, former gang members, former self-harmers and those in addiction recovery.

“We connect them with a trusted artist and then they help them break free from those marks,” Lamb said. “So they’re no longer labeled by a previous thing that has been put on them, because it was never their identity to begin with.”

Whether covering trafficking brands, self-harm scars or track marks, Lamb said many survivors who are starting a new phase of their life feel like a cover-up is the final step on the road to recovery.

She knows many people who would not wear short sleeves or open-toed shoes for fear of revealing their scars or unwanted tattoos. With new artwork, they can walk around with confidence.

“This is the last part of their healing, their journey,” said Crystal Boyd, one of the artists who participates in the program. “This transitions them into the part of life where they’re free from it. Being part of that journey with someone is very moving.”

For two years, Lamb has worked with Boyd, the owner of Pur Ink Tattoos and Piercings in Johns Creek. Boyd is one of about a dozen tattoo artists throughout the state working with trauma survivors through Atlanta Redemption Ink. Last year, Atlanta Redemption Ink received more than 200 applications for assistance. Boyd estimates she has helped at least a dozen survivors so far.

“Ideally, you want to cover something so that you can’t tell what was there before,” she said. “A lot of times, the tattoos were done not in a shop, so they’re usually scarred or really dark, so there’s an issue that makes it more complicated for coverage.”

Boyd, a graduate of Savannah College of Art and Design, was a textile and graphic designer for 16 years before she began tattooing 7 years ago. She saw the opportunity to open Pur Ink, at 11890 Douglas Road, in May 2018 when the previous tattoo studio moved out.

“Everyone who comes through our door, we want them to feel welcome,” Boyd said. “We also want to help out in the community. We’re different than other tattoo shops; everyone here is very family-oriented.”

Boyd hopes by helping trauma survivors, along with other charity work, she and her employees can change the perception of tattoo artists. Most people think of tattoo artists as “hoodlums,” she said, but most of her artists are parents, with families just like the rest of the community.

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Free 5K to raise awareness for childhood cancer cure

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Newtown Park will host at 5K walk to raise awareness for childhood cancer Saturday, Feb. 23, beginning at 11 a.m.

This is a new event that will include speakers, a walk and refreshments. Registration is free, though participants are encouraged to make a donation to the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

“It will be very family-friendly and casual,” said Rahul Singh, one of the event organizers. “We want everyone to be comfortable. We want them to enjoy themselves. It’s just about bringing people together and enjoying having the community spirit.”

The Aflac Center partners with universities and the Centers for Disease Control to research challenging childhood diseases. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta helps more than half a million children and teens each year.

“We feel the importance of [cancer research] in our hearts,” Singh said. “We understand the tough situation that it is, especially for the parents and especially for that child … We understand the pain that it can bring and we don’t want children to suffer with it.”

The event is organized by Sant Nirankari Mission Atlanta, an international spiritual group that has been doing charity work around the city for 15 years, Singh said. The group will be hosting similar fundraisers in Houston, New York, Chicago and Seattle.

In addition to fruit and other typical post-race fare, Singh said organizers are planning to serve Indian food. He said he hopes the event will attract members of the South Asian community.

“We don’t tend to come out for these types of things, so we want to lead the way and start something,” he said.

“Hopefully it will bring our community and other communities together.”

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Crystal Boyd designs tattoos, such as this one, that completely cover tattoos from traffickers.

Tattoo: Continued from Page 8 ing is very important to us,” Boyd said.

“I don’t just want to talk about it when it’s January or when the Super Bowl is here, that’s an issue all the time.”

“You think ‘Alpharetta, Johns Creek, this isn’t happening here,’” Lamb said. “But it is. It’s happening just as much as it’s happening in downtown Atlanta.”

Both encouraged people to keep their eyes open for suspicious behavior and to become involved in volunteer work in

their community.

“I feel like no matter what your profession is or what your walk of life is, you can always volunteer in your community,” Boyd said. “I never would have though a few years ago there was something I could do with tattooing to help people, or that I could have the impact on someone like I’ve had.”

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Revved Up Kids teaches kids and teens in the Atlanta area self-defense to prevent sexual abuse of minors.

Local nonprofit revs up to fight sexual abuse

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Revved Up Kids, a nonprofit started in Johns Creek to fight child sexual abuse, is preparing to host its annual fundraiser.

Held at the Atlanta Athletic Club, the St. Patrick’s-themed event Shamrock ‘n Roll will be Friday, March 15. The adults-only gathering will feature casinostyle gaming, dancing, raffle prizes, food and drinks and local comedian Damon Sumner.

Shamrock ‘n Roll is a fun way for the organization and its supporters to come together to celebrate Revved Up Kids’ accomplishments to date and to help it work toward future goals.

Revved Up Kids is a metro Atlanta nonprofit devoted to helping protect young people from sexual abuse and predation. The nonprofit functions with the philosophy that the best way to heal the pain and suffering from this type of abuse is to prevent it in the first place.

Since 2010, the organization has trained almost 20,000 children and teens to recognize unsafe people, avoid dangerous situations and, if necessary, escape attackers. Its goal is to train 1,000 young people each week by 2020.

The organization was founded by Alli and David Neal. Alli is a member of a number of child-focused organizations in North Fulton and metro Atlanta. David is an ambassador for the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, a member of the Johns Creek Citizens Auxiliary Police Services, a youth sports coach and leader at his church.

Since launching the nonprofit, the Neals have dedicated time, energy and financial resources to help as many chil-

dren as possible. But recent headlines that have shown that there’s a long way to go, they said.

From national stories on accusations against singer-songwriter R. Kelly and the abduction of Wisconsin teen Jayme Closs, to local stories about sex trafficking in Atlanta and the recent conviction of a Kennesaw businessman for molesting two young female relatives, news stories highlight the prevalence of the problem.

“Children’s lives are profoundly affected by this type of abuse,” Alli. Neal said. “That’s why we work tirelessly every day to protect Atlanta’s children from this horror and to help victims understand the importance of disclosing what has happened to them.”

Given Revved Up Kids’ mission, Neal said she and her husband were thrilled to see Georgia lawmakers pass Senate Bill 401, also referred to as Erin’s Law, last spring. The law requires all publicschool students in kindergarten through ninth grade to annually undergo ageappropriate, prevention-oriented training about sexual abuse and assault.

“This law shows us that our leaders are getting serious about this issue and that they recognize the importance of prevention training for our children,” she said.

Revved Up Kids has begun working with schools to help carry out the Georgia mandate.

As the organization continues to pursue its mission, Revved Up Kids’ founders are grateful to everyone who has helped the nonprofit accomplish what it has so far.

To learn more about Revved Up Kids or purchase tickets to Shamrock ‘n’ Roll, visit revvedupkids.org.

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There are many reasons Kimberly walked through our door that day, but one that was close to her heart involved the untimely death of her brother, Keith, due to a car wreck. She was on a mission to lose the weight in memory of him and to be able to do the things in life that were currently out of reach.

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Local television host offers library workshops on filmmaking

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Keysha Lee teaches a filmmaking workshop at the Northeast Spruill Oaks Library.

FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Most people think of the film industry as a tough business to break into, but local television host Keysha Lee wants to teach teens how to get started with just an iPhone and a willingness to learn.

For several years, Lee has taught “Filmmaking 101” workshops for middle and high school students with the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library system.

“I want to make it accessible,” Lee said. “Because of the boom in Georgia, because we’re second in the nation, I want young people to fall in love with the industry like I have. They already want it, they’re already interested, but they don’t know where to start.”

Lee’s three-hour workshop goes through the phases of filmmaking: preproduction, production and post-production. It covers scripting, storyboarding, shot types, camera moves, filming, editing and distribution.

“I broke it down according to the film production process,” she said.

Participants learn by making a video from start to finish, so at the end of the workshop, they can take home a video to share with family and friends. They also

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have the first entry to their film portfolio, Lee said.

Lee shows participants how to use their personal smartphones or tablets and the free software iMovie to make a professional looking film.

“I think that’s one of the things that makes [the workshop] so unique and appealing to tweens and teens, and adults even,” Lee said. “Because one of the barriers is equipment and buying these fancy video cameras.”

Students can take those skills and continue to practice making video and promote themselves on social media.

“Pursue your passion relentlessly,” Lee said. “Now, with smart phone devices and YouTube broadcasting yourself, there’s no excuse. You can literally take your idea and get started. You don’t need to know somebody. You don’t need all this fancy equipment.”

Lee, an Atlanta native and graduate of the University of Georgia, worked for several years as a television news reporter before she became an educator.

In 2011, she launched her own show “Lessons with Mrs. Lee,” which debuted on DeKalb County’s public broadcasting station.

Lee will teach a filmmaking course at the Milton Library April 13 from 2-5 p.m.

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When I think about Rachel Ewald taking on the limitations of the foster care system...in her own garage with only enough space to help a few dozen kids, I know that garage could not remotely have contained her boundaryless intentions, her bravery or her will.

Kids in her grade school (who were in care) were teased and humiliated because their clothes were clearly substandard. Rachel decided then that she would find a way to make those kids look like everybody else in school — somehow. The Foster Care Support Foundation was born of that vision.

What has she accomplished since then?

The “center”, as she calls it, is the

size of a small Walmart. There, they provide full wardrobes, books, blankets, backpacks and much more twice annually to all children who qualify in care.

Then you can add bikes, cribs, strollers, toys, coats, Halloween costumes, Christmas gifts...

Nearly 60,000 children have been served out of this one location in Roswell. In all, 11,000 volunteers have given 34,000 hours to accomplish this feat. As they grew, undaunted by complications, Rachel’s volunteers provided the same services to kids well outside of the metro area by building parcels of needed items gathered to match each child’s age, size and special interests. These welcome care packages are sent weekly to locations all over the state.

Hope 4 Tomorrow is a remarkably successful one-on-one mentoring program created and funded by FCSF. Students 10 and older residing in all forms of foster care in the six metro counties qualify to participate. The concept is to connect vulnerable kids with engaged, positive people they can learn from and trust. These are adults who know how

Do something that matters • Be a mentor • Contribute meeting space for

training • Donate funding and clothing and household goods • Volunteer • You can sponsor a child for a year for $79.

to establish and achieve goals, resolve conflict respectfully, and who can calmly enjoy sharing an outing together. The diversity of participants greatly enriches the program. Currently, involved mentors include retired professionals, teachers, CDC employees, bus drivers, pastors, entrepreneurs, lawyers and City of Atlanta employees — busy people just like us who somehow find the time to also be a lifeline.

A year ago, my own match – a quiet high school senior — could not possibly see herself going to a private college on an academic scholarship. But, on

August 17, she will move into a dorm on the campus of 125-year-old Wingate University as an honored freshman. This year she has developed a lot of confidence. Elizabeth can now see her own strengths as I do. Her expanded sense of self is evident as she redefines the world, and her own future, as a place where she now sees for herself, all the opportunities available to the rest of us.

The prom-a-palooza, is an annual event providing gowns and accessories to juniors and seniors in foster care from all over Georgia. In 2018, 228 very happy girls were fully outfitted and accompanied by a volunteer ‘personal shopper’ to help them create their own individual look. They came by appointment in cars and buses traveling to Roswell from as far away as Valdosta. It is wonderful to see them go from being a cynical teen to a smiling and glowing young woman in less than a few hours.

Fostering Hope is a small thrift shop, also in Roswell, where donations are sold daily to fund the programs of FCSF. Small furniture, books, artwork and other desirable items can be donated there daily.

If you are not already disturbed by what is happening to the traditional American family today, you are probably not paying attention. Drug and alcohol abuse are the primary culprits,

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Head over heels for wardrobe soulmates Have you ever walked into someone else’s closet and been overwhelmed with how many pairs of shoes they have?

It’s OK if that closet was your own, that’s how Kathleen Sturgeon because mine is.

Editor I have to admit, kathleen@appenmediagroup.com I do have nightmares that I die from a shoe avalanche upon entering my closet.

That is a risk I’m willing to take because I love shoes.

Some might say I have an addiction, a “problem” or a slight hoarding habit.

But I just cannot buy enough shoes.

When I find a pair I like, I tend to buy it in multiple colors, “just in case” the style goes away or to match any possible clothing I may pair them with.

To me, shoes make more than an outfit.

They keep you steady on your feet.

You’ll likely never grow out of them if

your weight fluctuates. Shoes are the perfect confidence boost and conversation starter.

That’s all to say, shoes aren’t perfect. I have wide feet (thanks, genetics!) and that can make my habit a bit more difficult to sustain.

I can’t wear certain brands like Converse because they rub the sides of my feet raw, and I have to be careful that I have enough space in my toe box or else my toenails will protest.

But, boy, do I love a challenge, so that doesn’t stop me too often.

This summer I found out I can fit into the largest size of youth shoes.

What a mistake that was for my wallet, even though the smaller accessories tend to cost less.

My mom warns me all the time about how important it is to wear proper foot attire because my feet will either thank or hate me later.

Sure, mom.

I will make sure I only buy shoes that will support my feet. But, I will make no promises on only buying one pair, especially if they come in multiple colors.

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Shoe shopping with big feet

You know what they say about people with big feet.

They can never find any shoes, especially ones that actually fit. I would know, because I am one.

Shoe shopping Julia Grochowski is the bane of my existence, for one Reporter julia@appenmediagroup.com simple reason: many companies don’t make shoes in my size. You have a better chance of finding a shooting star during the day than a woman’s size 11.

Don’t get me wrong. The size 11s exist.

Right there, the six pairs high up on that one rack in the back. No, not the clearance section. Just look a little harder.

It’s that one shelf right above clearance.

Three of them will be some sort of sneaker, two impossibly high heeled.

And the last is a toss-up between a sandal, no matter what season, or a very specific kind of ugly that works with one outfit and one outfit only.

Forget about anything work appropriate or a simple day shoe.

If I want one that is wide so my feet aren’t squeezed out of existence, I’m askT:10” ing too much. Do I really need that pinky

Shoe shopping is the bane of my existence, for one simple reason: many companies don’t make shoes in my size. toe? Is it truly necessary?

Yes, I can get away with buying men’s shoes. And I have many times for something casual or sporty. They’re comfy and fit. What more could I ask for?

But unfortunately, other styles of men’s shoes look a little odd on a woman.

And whenever I do find that mythical pair of shoes that fit and don’t look hideous — I know, try to contain your skepticism — they become part of the family. And you don’t throw out family, no matter how run down they get.

At least there’s a silver lining to all of this — my time shoe shopping has been drastically reduced. After all, you can’t shop for something that doesn’t exist.

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The Southeast continues to outpace the U.S. in population growth, boosted by net migration.

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Economist: Population surge supports local business growth

By KATHLEEN STURGEON Kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — There are downsides to a fast-growing population, like traffic, crowded schools and construction which leaves people to wonder what benefits it can bring. In the business community, that residential boom is a positive because it will support economic growth.

That’s the message Kenneth Shiver, chief economist at Southern Company, told the crowd Feb. 12 at the 2019 Economic Outlook Breakfast at the Forsyth Conference Center.

The county is not alone, Shiver said, because Georgia ranks sixth on a list of states growing the fastest.

“Georgia’s total net migration is expected to grow at an average of 63,000 over the next five years,” Shiver said. “The Southeast continues to outpace the U.S. in population growth, boosted by net migration.”

In the last decade, Forsyth County has seen a nearly 6 percent growth, he said, while the United States only grew about 1 percent. He predicts for the next decade the growth will continue, but level out at about 3.5 percent.

“These are great numbers,” Shiver said. “The challenge here is for the local leaders of how to manage that. They need plans in place to deal with that.

Fortunately, it’s coming down to a pace where it’s healthy, good and strong because it’s being managed a lot more easily.”

This population increase has set household growth and housing demand back to pre-recession levels, Shiver said.

“The recent pace of new residential construction seems to be more in line with population growth,” he said. “The challenge here is that housing costs here are higher than average. Now, incomes are also higher than average here. But it’s an issue of wondering what the building activity and population activity are doing.”

Georgia’s economy has competitive advantages, but also disadvantages, Shiver said.

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At the Feb. 12 Economic Outlook Breakfast, Kenneth Shiver, chief economist at Southern Company, said the area’s fast-growing population is a positive because it will support economic growth.

Georgia’s economy: Pros and cons Advantages include: • Geographic location: well-positioned for transportation and distribution services, home to world’s busiest airport and major U.S. seaport • Business affordability: right-towork laws, low tax rates, cheaper real estate in comparison to the

West and Northeast • Population: forecast to continue growing at a robust pace, younger, favorable domestic and international in-migration • Industrial mix: strong presence in food processing and carpet manufacturing

Disadvantages include: • Educational attainment: lowerthan-average education levels (exception is Atlanta metro) relative to national average • Housing availability: decline in housing inventory and above-average increases in housing prices, raising concerns of affordability, particularly in the Atlanta metro

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Ex-Fannie Mae chair speaks on mixed-use/income Preparation is key The Rotary Club of Roswell is one of the metro area’s most productive, attended and awarded clubs of its kind.

And last week it hosted former Fannie Mae Chairman Egbert Perry as its Geoff smith guest speaker, who Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com took the opportunity to talk directly about helping those in poverty by building developments that cater to every economic class.

Perry was the guest of former Roswell Rotary President Dave Schmidt, a developer who worked with Perry on an affordable housing project in downtown Roswell. The former Fannie Mae chair had an amazing story tell. It was one that started in a family of 11 children growing up in poverty in Antigua and Barbuda, and took him through college, and a career that included serving as president of the third-largest blackowned business in the country, starting his own development company and serving on the board of Fannie Mae immediately after the economic collapse in 2008.

It was clear that Perry is driven, intelligent and has a strong passion for helping those in need. Knowing full well that he was standing in one of the most affluent suburban communities in the metro area, Perry delivered a strong and pointed message regarding poverty in America.

“Poverty is a crime,” he said. “And the sentence is substandard life circumstances.”

His company, Integral, creates, finances, develops and builds masterplanned communities that mix uses and incomes. Their projects make sure to include housing and commercial uses for people of all income levels. Integral has communities throughout the country and is currently developing As-

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Former Fannie Mae Chairman Egbert Perry took the opportunity to talk directly about helping those in poverty by building developments that cater to every economic class.

sembly, a 10 million-square-foot project on the old General Motors assembly plant site in Doraville, just south of I-285 and west of I-85.

With rising home values and a lack of inexpensive land to build on, our lower-income workforce is finding it difficult to afford homes. Perry alluded that developers and planners should follow Integral’s lead and incorporate more, lower-priced housing in their developments.

“This isn’t an affordable housing crisis,” he said. “It’s a community development crisis.”

Perry said he could probably find 500 acres and build 10,000 units and make them affordable. But that land probably wouldn’t be in an area with desirable schools and parks, and it probably wouldn’t have the other support systems that the more affluent areas have.

“Take the person you are planning for, and put yourself, or your daughter, or sister, in the place of them,” he said.

“Then maybe you will think differently about how you do that.”

He didn’t go into the economics of how to create a development that includes less-expensive housing. But Integral is able to do that because of a couple of things. First, they control most of the financing and do not have

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to justify their projects to a bank which might not be willing to take the kind of chances Integral takes.

Second, they do projects on a largescale with higher density. The scale of the project allows them to include high-end housing whose larger profit margins will help “subsidize” the lowerend housing. The density allows them to put more units in a given area which allows them to create more profitability in each square foot of land.

A typical developer would have trouble buying 5 acres in Roswell, for example, and just building two-story housing that sells for under $250,000.

Land is too expensive, and they likely either wouldn’t make a profit, or the margins would be so tight that it wouldn’t be worth the risk. But if a developer could get ahold of 20 acres and get approval for higher densities for certain areas of the property, then they could mix in lower-priced housing.

Perry is a fascinating character, and I thoroughly enjoyed hearing him talk.

I was fortunate to have been invited to the lunch and as a mortgage banker, was eager to hear him talk about the mechanics of Fannie Mae, which he did at length. While I was on the edge of my seat for that portion of the talk, I do understand that most of you readers are more interested in development. But don’t worry, I’m sure I’ll geek-out about it in a future article.

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

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Fiserv acquires First Data in $22 billion stock deal

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Fiserv has reached an agreement to acquire Atlanta-based First Data Corp., in an all-stock deal valued at $22 billion.

With headquarters in Brookfield, Wisconsin, Fiserv has a major presence in Alpharetta, employing more than 2,000 workers, making it one of the top 10 employers in North Fulton County.

The company employs about 24,000 worldwide.

The deal is expected to close in the first half of this year.

Fiserv provides financial services technology solutions designed to help companies move and manage money. It has more than 12,000 clients in some 80 countries.

First Data provides merchant services in credit and debit card transactions.

Its network processes more than $2.2 trillion in card transactions each year.

Alpharetta Economic Development Director Matthew Thomas said it’s too early

to tell what the merger means for the city.

“We do not yet fully know the impacts of the merger, but we are hopeful they continue their growth in the region,” Thomas said.

Alpharetta Assistant City Administrator James Drinkard said he’s also not anticipating any economic earthquakes locally.

“Right now, they have no plans to make changes to their presence here in Alpharetta or the presence that they’ll have in Sandy Springs,” Drinkard said.

“They plan on maintaining both.”

Fiserv spokeswoman Ann Cave said until the transaction closes, each company will operate independently.

“Fiserv and First Data remain committed to communities in which we operate around the world,” she said.

“Our teams have a strong track record of successfully integrating companies and, when the time comes, we will apply our collective experience to successfully integrate Fiserv and First Data, as we each maintain a focus on serving clients with excellence.”

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Alpharetta welcomes Shade Street Food + Bar Business name: Shade Street Food + Bar Owners: Mikka Orrick About: Shade Street Food + Bar is a full-service restaurant that offers chefinspired street food along with local and global cocktails, craft beer, and wine.

Opened: January 2019 Address: 10 North Broad St., Alpharetta, Ga. 30009 Phone: 770-676-5718 Website: www.shadestreetfood.com

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CALENDAR ROSWELL ROOTS: ARTS FESTIVAL

MIDWINTER TAPESTRY CONCERT

The newly formed Tapestry Women’s Choir, a part of the Johns Creek Chorale, represents lives and stories that are interwoven to form a choir that is rich in heart, spirit, mind and soul. Their first concert will explore the exquisitely beautiful music that is being written for the female voice. Enjoy the concert on Saturday, Feb. 23, 5 – 6 p.m., at Johns Creek United Methodist Church, 11180 Medlock Bridge Road. For more information and tickets, visit thejohnscreekchorale.com.

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FEATURED: OCEE LIBRARY BOOK SALE

What: Browse a variety of books and media in this used book sale, with proceeds benefiting the library and its programs. Clearance before the library is closed for renovations.

When: Friday, Feb. 22, 1-6 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 23 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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

GIRLS ON THE RUN NORTH GA

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

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

“SOLOS OF SPRING” CONCERT What: The Alpharetta Symphony Orchestra presents the “Solos of Spring” concert, featuring finalists from their Youth Concerto Competition.

When: Saturday, March 9, 7 p.m.

Where: Crabapple First Baptist Church, 12760 Birmingham Highway, Milton Cost: $6 for students, $12 for adults More info and tickets: alpharettasymphony.com

EVENTS: MY BEST FRIEND DOLL CLUB

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

When: Friday, Feb. 22, 4:30 p.m.

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

What: Discover heritage and culture through the artwork and creativity of black artists and creatives from metro Atlanta.

Original art and handmade items will be available for purchase.

When: Saturday, Feb. 23, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Where: DoubleTree Hotel, 1075 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: roswellroots.com

ROSWELL ROOTS: HANNAH’S JOURNEY

What: Clarissa Clifton, Living history interpreter and open hearth cooking expert, will discuss the life of the Smith’s cook, Hannah, and will be cooking traditional southern food.

When: Saturday, Feb. 23, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Smith Plantation, 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell More info: roswellroots.com

CHOPIN SOCIETY OF ATLANTA: KYUNG-AH KIM AND JULIEN LIBEER What: Enjoy a recital with worldrenowned pianists Kyung-Ah Kim and Julien Libeer. The Chopin Society of Atlanta is a nonprofit organization devoted to promoting Fryderyk Chopin’s music and advancing the understanding and appreciation of his legacy.

When: Sunday, Feb. 24, 6 – 8 p.m.

Where: Johns Creek United Methodist Church, 11180 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek Cost: Tickets start at $25 More info and tickets: chopinatlanta.org/index.html

ESSENTIAL OILS 101

What: This educational and hands-on class will cover essential oils and how to use them.

When: Sunday, Feb. 24, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Grey Owl Mind Body Studio, 6250 Abbotts Bridge Rd, Suite 500, Johns Creek More info: greyowlmb.com

ROSWELL ROOTS: COLLEGE AND GREEK FAIR

What: Interact with admission representatives from a wide range of higher education institutions, and connect with resource groups as well as Greek letter organizations. Free college admission counseling.

When: Sunday, Feb. 24, 2 – 5 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Park Recreation Center, 9000 Fouts Road, Roswell More info: roswellroots.com

GOOD SOIL AND COMPOSTING CLASS

What: This new class is the foundation for the North Fulton Master Gardeners’ Spring classes on growing and maintaining vegetables, perennials, shrubs and roses.

When: Tuesday, Feb. 26, 7-8:30 p.m.

Where: Bill Johnson Community Activity Building, Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info and registration: roswellgov.com or 770-817-6670

PARK PLACE SOCIAL SINGERS What: The Park Place Social Singers provides an opportunity for people to come together to sing for pleasure. The songs are primarily popular songs of the 1930’s through the 1960’s.

When: Tuesday, Feb. 26, 10:30 a.m.

Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov or 678-512-3430

TAKE-A-PEEK TUESDAY

What: Take a quick peek at Autrey Mill’s building collections and hear about the preservation and research efforts.

When: Tuesday, Feb. 26, noon-2 p.m.

Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $2 More info: autreymill.org

SOUTHERN DELICACIES COOKING CLASS

What: In this hands-on class, learn how to make southern delicacies. Complimentary wine is served with dinner, and a free mini-tour of Barrington Hall is included.

When: Tuesday, Feb. 26, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $50 per person More info: roswellgov.com

ALPHARETTA COMMUNITY FOOD FORUM

What: Come share ideas and hear from local food experts and urban farmers about the value that community gardens and farms and how agriculture can be part of the growing community.

When: Wednesday, Feb. 27, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

COOKING AND CRAFTS

What: Experience history through simple recipes and crafts of the past. This month’s theme is about chocolate and making fudge.

When: Thursday, Feb. 28, 4:30 p.m.

Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $10 for non-members, $7 for members More info: autreymill.org

PASSPORT TO A HEALTHIER LIFE

What: Join for a free women’s wellness event. Learn tips to prioritize health, meet with physicians and community vendors, and enjoy an evening of fun with your girlfriends.

When: Thursday, Feb. 28, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Emory Johns Creek Hospital, 6325 Hospital Parkway, Johns Creek More info: emoryjohnscreek.com or 678-474-7000

GARDEN PLOT REGISTRATION

What: Johns Creek gardeners can begin signing up for a chance to land a plot at Johns Creek’s Newtown Park Community Garden. Each plot is four feet by eight feet.

When: Feb. 15-March 15 Where: Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: $60 for general application, $25 for seniors More info and registration: sites. google.com/site/johnscreekgardenassociation/

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

Included with general admission.

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

Beech Bazaar Homeschool Expo 2019

What: Meet with vendors that provide learning opportunities and services to the homeschool community around Atlanta.

When: Thursday, Feb. 28, 6:308:30 p.m.

Where: Cumming Parks & Recreation Banquet/Multipurpose Rooms, 437 Pilgrim Mill Road, Cumming, 30040 Cost: Free More info: Email BeechBazaar@ BeechHomeschool.com or visit BeechHomeschool.com

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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

YOUNG ADULT BOCCE BALL

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

When: Tuesday, Feb. 26, 6:30 p.m.

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

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

ALL RECOVERY MEETING

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

When: Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.

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

WEDNESDAY MORNING NETWORKING

What: Join for networking every Wednesday morning.

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

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

HEALTH AND FITNESS: SUPERHERO 5K/1K

What: Don’t miss the annual Casa Superhero 5k/1k benefitting foster children. This 5k is a Peachtree Road Race certified course.

When: Saturday, Feb. 23, 8:3010:30 a.m.

Where: Academy Sports at The Collection Forsyth, 320 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming Cost: $30 More info and registration: forsythcountycasa.org

RELIGIOUS EVENTS: JUMP START

What: Jump Start is a 20-minute presentation where parents and children learn what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus. It’s designed to help parents jump start a conversation about faith.

When: Sunday, Feb. 24, 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 5:45 p.m.

Where: North Point Community Church, 4350 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta More info: northpoint.org

GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT – DIVINELY DESTINED

FULL MOON HIKES

What: Learn about the science of sounds at night on this scenic walk. Hikes are open to all ages, but best suited to those who can easily walk a third of a mile.

When: Wednesday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m.

Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $5 for non-members, free for members More info: autreymill.org

FREE FITNESS FOR WOMEN

What: Join your Alpharetta Females in Action group for free, peer-led workouts each week.

Adult women of all fitness levels are welcome.

When: Saturdays, 8 a.m.

Where: Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming More info: fianation.com

ZUMBA GOLD (FLEX)

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

When: Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

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

ENERGY YOGA

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

When: Sundays, 10:15 a.m.

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

What: Come enjoy an evening of food, inspiration and worship, and discover how our unique identities as women play a role in serving God’s purposes in the world. Features Missionary Tracy Staton.

When: Thursday, Feb. 28, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumc.com

SERVING SIDE BY SIDE

What: Serving Side by Side is the theme of RUMC’s 13th Annual Global Impact Celebration, a four-day, church-wide event packed with opportunities to engage in the missional movement.

When: Feb. 28-March 3 Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumc.com

MEN’S MINISTRY: FRIDAY MORNINGS

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

All are welcome to attend.

When: Fridays, 7 a.m.

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

THERAPEUTIC 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

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WEDNESDAY NIGHTS OUT

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

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

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

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPERS

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

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

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

PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN CIRCLES

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

Child care options available.

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

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

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: “DRIVING MISS DAISY”

What: The beloved story of unlikely friendship and the history of Atlanta in the 20th century, with characters you know and love – or soon will. A tribute to Bob Farley, who always said, “It’s a perfect play.”

When: Feb. 28 – March 17, times vary Where: Georgia Ensemble Theatre, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info and tickets: get.org

BLACK HERITAGE: THE UNSUNG HEROES OF ROSWELL

What: This exhibit focuses on the story of the everyday heroes of the black community and their labors from the days of slavery and Reconstruction and through the trials of segregation.

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

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

“PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGAMABOBS”

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

Original works will be for sale.

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

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

When: Friday, Feb. 22, 10:30 a.m.-noon Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-6134402

MAH JONG MEET UP

What: Drop in and meet other Mah Jong players. If you have a set, bring one in case the group needs another.

When: Friday, Feb. 22, 1-3 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta Info: apfls.org or 404-613-4402

STEAM NIGHT

What: Come learn how to draw with 3D pens, build a piano with Makey-Makey’s, build with Snap Circuits, design a button on the button machine, and more.

When: Friday, Feb. 22, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta Info: afpls.org or 770-360-8897

SHONER JOHNSON HIGHLIGHTS BLACK HISTORY

What: Motivational speaker Shoner Johnson, also an author and educator, highlights Black History Month.

When: Saturday, Feb. 23, 10;30-11:30 a.m.

Where: Northeast Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 770-3608820

GEO-ROCK GARDENING 101

What: Geological agriculture is the study of growing plants in rocks without soils and fertilizers. Materials are provided. All skills welcome.

When: Saturday, Feb. 23, 1-3 p.m.

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

SPORTS

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Local high school teams shine at swim, dive meet Johns Creek, Centennial earn team championships

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com ATLANTA — North Fulton and Forsyth County schools had strong showings at the Georgia High School Association swim and dive state championships Feb. 8-10 at Georgia Tech. Nine local teams placed on the podium in team scores with the Johns Creek boys and Centennial girls earning team state championships. North Fulton teams swept the girls 6A podium.

Blessed Trinity While Blessed Trinity did not repeat its success of last season when the girls won the team state championship, the Titans had a strong showing with the boys squad finishing on the podium in team scores.

Dillon Downing captured two state championships Feb. 9. Downing captured the 50-yard freestyle state title and beat

the field by nearly three seconds to win the 100-yard freestyle championship.

Downing joined Patrick Llamazeles, Nate Matthews and Patrick White to place third in the 200-yard freestyle relay and fifth in the 400-yard event.

Joseph Stephens earned a fifth-place finish in the 100-yard breaststroke with Joseph Palmich eighth.

BT added to its point total with top-15 finishes from Matthews, Grant Masterson and Daniel Batallion.

In girls competition, Rachel Saxon earned two top-five placements, finishing fourth in the 100-yard backstroke and fifth in the 200-yard individual medley.

Grace Findlay finished fifth in the 200-yard freestyle and was seventh in the 100-yard race. Amelia Cooper placed third in the 500-yard freestyle.

Cooper, Findlay, Saxon and Kayla DiPrima earned sixth in the 400-yard freestyle relay.

Centennial The Centennial girls captured the program’s first state championship Saturday over Alpharetta by 66 points. The

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Knights captured four state titles during the state competition.

The girls 200-yard medley relay team of Elly Deas, Tessa Sergile, Katharine Ward and Medline Singletary captured the state championship and teamed up for another first-place finish in the 400yard freestyle relay.

Deas captured the 100-yard backstroke state title and was second in the 100-yard butterfly. Singletary won an individual state championship in the 500-yard freestyle and was third in the 200-yard race.

Ward raced her way to a state title in the 200-yard individual medley and the 100-yard breaststroke.

The Centennial boys were led by Sebastian Sergile who placed third in the 500-yard freestyle and was fourth in the 200-yard race. Camden Bowers placed fourth in the 1-meter dive.

Chattahoochee The Chattahoochee girls team of Savannah Slater, Lilly Kasra, Katie Wong and Seema Chavis placed fourth in the 200-yard medley and seventh in the 400-yard competition.

Wong was third in the 100-yard butterfly ahead of Kasra and fourth in the 200-yard individual medley. Slater finished third in the 100-yard backstroke with Kasra in fourth.

The boys 400-yard freestyle relay team of Artie Neubauer, Joshua Perez, Joshua Bau-

Team podium placements • Lambert boys (2nd Class 7A) • South Forsyth girls (3rd Class 7A) • Johns Creek boys (Class 6A state

champions) • Alpharetta boys (3rd Class 6A) • Centennial girls (Class 6A state champions) • Alpharetta girls (2nd Class 6A) • Cambridge girls (3rd Class 6A) • Johns Creek (4th Class 6A) • Blessed Trinity boys (4th Class 4A-5A)

tista and Daisuke Yamagishi placed 11th.

Johns Creek After coming up just short of a state title for multiple years, the Johns Creek boys got over the hump and captured the Class 6A team state championship Feb. 9. The girls team also had a strong finish, placing fourth in team scores.

The boys captured relay state titles in the 200-yard medley relay (Andrew Simmons, Adrian Iannamico, Samuel Song and Ethan Davey) and in 400-yard freestyle (Simmons, Davy, Iannamico and Chase Kennedy).

Iannamico earned an individual state championship in the 100-yard backstroke and placed second in the 100-

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yard butterfly.

Johns Creek made up half the final field in the 100-yard freestyle with Davey leading in second ahead of Joshua Kohler in fifth and Jason Steel in sixth.

Simmons was second in the 200-yard individual medley with Song in fourth.

Song placed third in the 100-yard breaststroke.

The 200-yard freestyle relay team of Eaton, Kohler, Steel and David Hsi placed third.

Sydney Petrie led the Johns Creek girls with a fourth-place finish in the 500-yard freestyle. Petrie teamed up with Allison Swift, McKenzie Rowan and Aliya Ohayon to finish fourth in the 200yard freestyle relay.

Swift, Petrie, Ohayon and Cassiy Elgomayel placed fourth in the 400-yard freestyle relay. Ohayon placed fifth in the 100-yard backstroke.

Northview Northview sent just one swimmer to the Class 6A finals on Saturday but it was a state championship day for senior Cam Auerbach, who earned the state title in the 100-yard butterfly. Auerbach also placed second in the 100-yard backstroke.

Alpharetta The Alpharetta boys and girls earned a podium finish in team scores by placing fourth in Class 6A competition.

The boys were led by Charles Lu who placed second in the 200-yard freestyle and third in the 100-yard event. Lu, Phillip Kuznetsov, Nathan Jin and Liam Clarke places second in the 200-yard freestyle relay. The 400-yard freestyle team of Lu, Kuznetsov, Clark and Andy Cross placed third.

Jin placed third in the 200-yard individual medley, and Kevin Nyquist was third in the 1-meter dive The girls team was led with strong showings by its relay teams and an individual state championship. The 200-yard medley relay squad of Sarah Kate Wilson, Alexandra Clark, Alicia Henry and Ellie Bilderback placed second. The 400-yard relay team of Clark, Jenna Burnette Cali Murray and Sarah Kate Wilson also placed second. Bilderback, Burnette, Henry and Audrie Uphues finished second in the 200-yard freestyle relay.

Henry added to her point contribution by claiming the state championship in the 100-yard breaststroke. The sophomore also placed 2nd in the 200-yard individual medley.

Murray was second in the 500-yard freestyle.

St. Francis St. Francis’ Gia Pergolini earned two top-15 finishes at the state meet.

Pergolini placed fourth in the 100yard backstroke and was 14th in the 50-yard freestyle.

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Bridges, fences and walls, oh my One of my most vivid childhood memories involves an animal, a coward, a hollow man, and a young girl in a blue checkered dress with a voice that made angels cry. And red, red, red ruby slippers.

Ray appen In my memory, Publisher ray@appenmediagroup.com there is a woman dressed in black who is killed when the house falls on her. She was evil — pure evil — with a pointed black hat and a shrill scratchy voice. At other times she rode a bicycle — an old falling-apart bicycle with a picnic basket strapped onto the back. Inside the picnic basket was — well you know what she had inside her basket. “Innocence” is what she carried inside that basket, and it was clear what her intentions were.

They were the same intentions that another dressed-in-black woman from a different story had for her captives — in this case, black and white puppies sequestered in a basement.

Childhood fairy tales were so dark. I don’t know why. And they were always full of symbols and symbolism too — just like real life.

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So often, the childhood stories I remember dealt with captured innocence controlled by the powerful and always overflowing with intent to harm.

Hmmmmm, maybe I do have an idea why.

“Fear” is one thing both those stories had in common. So often, the childhood stories I remember dealt with captured innocence controlled by the powerful and always overflowing with intent to harm.

Symbolism abounded. Obscurity and shadows were juxtaposed against clarity and illumination. Sparkling, sequined gowns and magic wands (powered by love and goodness) were in stark contrast to dark actors and threatening elements from nature — evil witches and tormenting tornadoes erupting from black, chaotic skies. Light versus darkness, morning versus night, tragic endings and new beginnings were reoccurring themes — always, good versus evil.

I have said so many times that most of the important things I know I have learned from my children or books from my children.

I wonder what people in a hundred or two hundred years from now will think about this time that we are living today. One thought that has crossed my mind is that they may talk about a time of conflict and reckoning — a time they might label as one of walls and fences versus one of bridges — walls and fences, bridges.

In real life, physical walls and fences

control. They stop those in flight, those fleeing darkness, those seeking shelter from harm, those fleeing in panic, those trying to escape something.

Some kinds of walls remind me of giant schools of tuna thrashing the water while being gaffed by dark figures towering over the net that encircles them, a net that grows tighter and smaller and eventually closes off all routes of escape.

At other times, walls remind me of debilitating darkness, of hardened steel rail tracks and box cars packed with people — people who have been forced from their homes and shipped like cattle to places with names like Buchenwald, Dachau, and Auschwitz.

Walls take on so many forms. Power and control are just two.

We know about walls. We have always known about them. The artists try to warn us. “Something there is that doesn’t love a wall,” the poet warned.

The “destroyer of worlds” said the prophet and the physicist.

Nothing good comes from walls — walls the symbols, the allegorical, or the physical walls. They are usually a bad idea and in the long run almost never work.

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In the top, from left, stand new Eagle Scouts James Mancini, Daniel Garguilo, James Faletra, Lorenzo Leighton, Thomas Tostenson and William Davenport.

In the bottom row stand Joshua Burke, Enrique Perez, Yushus Komarlu, Hydesh Patel, Mitchell Northen and Wesley Sutton.

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Daniel Garguilo, of Troop 3000, was sponsored by Birmingham United Methodist Church. He expanded a walking trail and installation of a bench at Birmingham Park.

James Faletra, of Troop 1134, was sponsored by St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church. He designed and created Little Library exchange boxes in the Knots Landing and Wexford Subdivisions as well as the N.H. Scott Recreation Center.

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Thomas Tostenson, of Troop 629, was sponsored by Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church. He designed and constructed an outdoor staircase for a trail located at Autrey Mill Middle School.

William Davenport, of Troop 431, was sponsored by Roswell United Methodist Church. He removed 15 worn garden boxes and replaced them with newly constructed garden boxes. Davenport also landscaped around the garden and laid fresh mulch.

Joshua Burke, of Troop 7153, was sponsored by St. Brigid Catholic Church. He designed and constructed a movable firewood rack for the Chattahoochee Nature Center.

Enrique Perez, of Troop 69, was sponsored by Alpharetta First United Methodist Church. He designed and constructed thee 12-foot benches for the practice fields of Alpharetta High School.

Yushus Komarlu, of Troop 69, was sponsored by Alpharetta First United Methodist Church. He designed and constructed four benches for the outdoor classroom at Ed Isakson YMCA. Hydesh Patel, of Troop 431, was sponsored by Roswell United Methodist Church. He designed and constructed picnic tables and a bench for the Hanuman Mandir Temple.

Mitchell Northen, of Troop 3000, was sponsored by Birmingham United Methodist Church. He completed several renovation projects at Summit Hill Elementary School. Northen redrew and painted a map of the U.S. on the playground, cleared the overgrowth of a memory garden and fixed a broken walkway.

Wesley Sutton, of Troop 629, was sponsored by Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church. He designed and constructed a fence for the goat yard at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center.

Annual Winter Owl Prowl to be held Feb. 23 Johns Creek, Ga. — On Feb. 23, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., the National Park Service is hosting its annual Winter Owl Prowl at the Chattahoochee River Environmental Education Center. This free event includes a live owl program on the upper deck of the Center’s lodge and will also include a surprise guest.

The program will be followed by a guided night hike in the forest led by National Park Ranger and award-winning environmental educator Jerry Hightower.

Everyone can enjoy the campfire under the stars and then see these

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Participants will enjoy roasting marshmallows around an open fire, listening to ranger stories and songs and learning about the owls of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and their nocturnal habits. After the live owl presentation, participants can bring flashlights to enjoy a short night hike in the forest looking for owls along the Three Forks Creek Loop Trail.

For directions see www.nps.gov/ chat. The program is free, but reservations must be placed at 678-538-1200.

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A Johns Creek man reported Feb. 8 that an unidentified person stole his 2008 Ford Expedition.

The man said around 11:30 p.m. the previous night his wife had parked the car in their Colony Glen driveway.

He noticed the car missing at 4 a.m. the following morning.

The victim said the keys were not left in the vehicle. He also said that he was behind on some payments, but the bank denied it had repossessed the vehicle.

Police confirmed the vehicle did not appear on its record of repossessions.

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Appen Media welcomes interns ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Two local high school juniors are serving as interns with Appen Media this school year.

Alex Perry, a junior at Northview High School, said she was interested in seeing how a real newsroom operates, and she was looking for journalism experience outside the confines of a school newspaper.

“I’m most interested to learn about office politics,” Perry said. “Looking at documentaries of the New York Times PERRY staff, it’s been interesting to see the similarities of camaraderie between the Appen staff and theirs.”

Local journalism is important because it puts into context an average citizen’s life, she said.

“We often focus on ‘large journalism’ for stories that might affect us on tax day, or when filling our travel visas, but we look to local journalism for the stories that impact us most directly,” Perry said.

Perry said she hopes to major in journalism or mass communications in college. She is also considering a double major with political science or psychology.

“I know that journalism isn’t exactly a stunning career, but hopefully I’ll get

to meet some interesting people along the way,” Perry said.

Aynur Rauf, a junior at Milton High School, said she wants to gain experience working in an office and writing for a newspaper. She is considering studying journalism in college, along with something related to technology.

She said she hopes her internship this semester will help her learn to RAUF pursue the journalism field.

“In the modern world, most people, especially the younger generation, gets all of their information off of the internet, and usually the information that gets to everyone is national news rather than local news,” Rauf said. “With local journalism, since the news writing is being focused on a singular area, the community is more aware of what is happening directly around them rather than just seeing national news on twitter or something.”

Rauf said local journalism is one of the best ways for people to become more self-aware of what happens in the world.

“Being more tied to your own community can lead to being more educated of wider, world-wide news as well,” she said.

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American Lung Association to host fashion luncheon

JOHNS CREEK — The American Lung Association is hosting its second annual Power of Breath Women’s Fashion Luncheon from 10:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. on March 1 at the Country Club of the South, 4100 Old Alabama Road.

The event will feature a fashion show with local boutiques including V. LU, Findlay Rowe and Heart and Sole boutique.

The luncheon will also highlight a silent auction all while enjoying mimosas, passed hors d’oeuvres, a chef-prepared lunch and desserts.

Honorees for this year’s event are Deborah Spector, lung cancer survivor and Vickie Beckler, the Resilience in Healthcare recipient.

Individual tickets may be purchased for $75.

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Foster: Continued from Page 14 sending 15,000 children into the foster care system in Georgia and another 250,000 children into fostered ‘relative care’ outside of their original family unit. The most recent change is that now 75 percent of the children served at the center have been placed with grandparents; many of whom are on fixed incomes and get absolutely no monetary assistance from the state.

FCSF partners with the Depart-

Johns Creek Beautification Center announces 2019 tour JOHNS CREEK — Johns Creek Beautification has recently announced their 2nd annual Secret Gardens of Johns Creek tour from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on May 4.

At the event, patrons will be able to tour this year’s collection of seven home gardens that emphasize unusual and themed plant combinations and hardscapes.

All tour stops are conveniently located along the Old Alabama Road corridor and all proceeds from this event support the work of Johns Creek Beautification and will go toward the purchase of public art for the city.

The passes are free for children 12 and under but are $25 for older ages.

In order to learn more, visit info@ johnscreekbeautification.org or call 470655-6559.

ment of Children and Family Services but receives no state or federal funding of any kind. All support for their amazing services are from individuals and private community resources.

Most impressive, the center annually provides $5.5 million in goods and services to children in need with an annual budget of only $850,000. That means more than 5.5 dollars in goods and services for every dollar spent.

As Ronald Reagan once said, “Hope is not a strategy.” Radical change requires innovation, but only the believers are brave enough to try to change the world, so it is they who will do so.

Walls: Continued from Page 24 they are, how tall they are, how fortified they are — or how much they cost. They never did — not in 20th century Berlin, not in second century China, and not in pre-World War II France when the German blitzkrieg cut through the French Maginot Line like a hot knife through soft butter. The French reliance on and tragic sense of security from their wall cost the country dearly; it cost them their liberty.

Ask Mr. Gorbachev how long his iron curtain endured or how effective it was, or what its impact was on his Soviet Union.

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OPINION Flight and fear holds walls together.

It is the brick and it is the mortar. However, those are temporal; they don’t endure against the strength and the power of the human will.

Behind a curtain. a monstrous voice roars out. Lightning strikes and the noise of thunder fills the air. Fear permeates every pore.

Into the room, the little girl in the bluecheckered dress silently steps, hesitantly. She is terrified. Her pallid skin and our memory of her voice evoke an image — and a feeling — no one ever forgets.

Because behind the curtain, behind the wall — the real one and the symbolic one — is the wizard, the darkness that strikes fear into us all.

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Bravely, her small hand pulls the curtain aside and reveals the human face of a wall that is a fraud. She stares at the bulbous head of a pompous, weak and impotent bully who pulls the levers that imitate real power and evoke a coward’s ploy. And his wall starts to crack and then shift and then fails.

The little girl triumphs over the wizard tyrant. Good defeats evil.

Walls are band aids, temporary solutions to long-term problems. They often provide a false sense of security and more frequently than not, are simply tools of manipulation.

Wall builders frame our story — the narrative they wish to control. Their wall requires our fear and our consent

— and without both, they cannot succeed.

Ultimately, walls lead to the downfall of the wall builders who believe themselves safe and secure behind them.

When their walls fail, they become prisoners inside the rubble. Their walls block all roads of escape.

Walls initiate beginnings of ends.

In contrast, bridges create passages into the future. One limits, the other expands. One controls and restrains. The other frees and enables.

Walls are symbols — symbols of power, control, privilege and fear. They are also signs of weakness and are red flags of danger. Beware.

Beware of wall builders.

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Raymond A. Jankoski, Jr., 64, of Roswell, passed away February 10, 2019.

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Renza R. Meek, 92, of Roswell, passed away February 4, 2019. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Ophal M. Sarka, 96, of Cumming, passed away February 10, 2019. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

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