Johns Creek Herald – December 13, 2018

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Tourism dollars divide council, CVB

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Hanukkah party brings community together

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A look back on Warsaw School

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Chamber dons ugly sweaters for holidays The Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce monthly Business After Hours took on a festive flair Dec. 6 with an ugly sweater competition, photos with Santa and Christmas trivia. Chamber CEO and President Kent Davies, left, shows off his ugly holiday sweater Dec. 6 with Robin Buckley. Read more, Page 11.

Business leaders say traffic is main concern

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Public Safety

Valuable tuba stolen while in transit to buyer

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Police are investigating an incident in which a $4,200 tuba was stolen while in transit to Johns Creek and later discovered for sale online.

A Johns Creek man had purchased the tuba in late October from a man in Michigan and had arranged to have it transported via Greyhound. The payment went through and was cashed, but the man never received the tuba.

Greyhound told the buyer that the tuba was last seen in Indianapolis. A friend later told the man that the tuba, with the same serial number, was found for sale on Ebay through a pawn shop in Chicago.

The pawn shop told the man that the tuba had been sold, but they couldn’t disclose purchase details.

The man then called Johns Creek police Nov. 27 to report the incident.

Ross employee suspected of stealing store vouchers

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The store manager for the Ross Department Store on Medlock Bridge Road called police Dec. 2 after an internal investigation found that an employee was allegedly stealing from the company.

The manager told police that the employee was making return transactions for customers and creating store credit

the car’s information, they found it listed as stolen.

Police pulled the man over and identified him as Stephen Sincere, who had warrants out of Oregon and Washington for unauthorized use of vehicle. He also had a warrant from Atlanta for felony shoplifting. Sincere was arrested without incident.

vouchers. The employee would keep the legitimate vouchers for herself and give customers blank vouchers.

The manager had four reports of the transactions pulled from store transaction logs. Security footage also showed the transactions.

The manager also told police that the employee was seen “under ringing” purchases by not ringing up and paying for all of the items in a transaction.

clicked on an anti-hacking email and called the number provided. The person on the line then took control of the man’s computer and said they would need a $100 Google Play gift card to set up an anti-hacking program on the computer.

The man bought the card, but the technician said the gift card did not work and demanded four more $50 gift cards. After reading off the numbers, the man’s computer stopped working.

Neighbor witnesses couple Two handguns stolen at scene of home burglary from cars in driveway JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Police are looking for two suspects connected to a Nov. 28 house burglary on Saint Simonds Court.

At 3 p.m., police received an alarm signal from the house and sent a unit to the scene.

A neighbor told police that he saw a man, followed by a woman, approach the house minutes earlier to ring the doorbell then walk around the house.

The car the two arrived in then left and returned about 20 minutes later, picked up the suspects up and headed toward State Bridge Road.

Police said the suspects entered the house through a broken window and left out the back door, which was damaged.

Several pieces of jewelry, worth $16,000 total, were missing.

Man loses payment in anti-hacking scam

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A Johns Creek man called police Dec. 1 after he started having problems with his computer and received several emails about bank accounts he had not created.

The previous day, the man had

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Police are investigating a Nov. 30 incident in which two cars were burglarized.

The cars’ owner called police at 5 a.m. after he woke up and saw that the doors to two cars on his driveway were open.

Both cars showed signs of rummaging but no damage. Two handguns were missing.

The owner said one of the cars also had an expensive camera in it, but it was not taken.

Burglar takes work ID from woman’s parked car

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A Johns Creek woman called police Nov. 30 when she saw that her car, parked on Patterson Drive, had been burglarized.

The car had been parked at 7:30 p.m. the previous day. At 6 a.m., the woman saw that her Coca-Cola contractor identification card had been taken from the car.

The car also contained various camping items and Boy Scout gear that had been rummaged through, but nothing was taken.

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Johns Creek Council hashes out tourism development spending

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK , Ga. — City officials are trying to reach agreement with the Johns Creek Convention and Visitors Bureau over how to spend tourism dollars in the coming year.

State law requires about 40 percent of funds collected from hotel taxes must go to tourism product development. In the past, these tourism dollars have gone to improvements to the pedestrian tunnel under Medlock Bridge Road and to fund a performing arts center feasibility study.

For 2019, the amount available on tourism products is predicted to be $193,000, and both sides disagree how it should be spent.

At a Nov. 5 work session, representatives from the CVB presented three projects for the council to consider.

They proposed the largest chunk, $114,000, be applied for wayfinding signage and gateway markers. The group envisions two artistic monuments at the entrance to the city on State Bridge Road, eastbound at the Chattahoochee River and westbound at Kimball Bridge.

The CVB also recommended allocating $72,000 for improvements at Autrey Mill Nature Center and $7,000 for visitor kiosks for a new hotel and the new City Hall. Visitor kiosks were set up this year at the city’s two existing hotels.

But, council members had their own ideas for how the money should be spent.

City Councilman Steve Broadbent asked the CVB to consider adding money to installation, lighting and landscaping of the Wall That Heals at the Veterans Memorial Walk.

Councilwoman Stephanie Endres

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The Johns Creek Convention and Visitors Bureau board considers tourism product development at its meeting Dec. 5. floated support for two other projects: $13,000 for the installation of a horse statue at the Bell and Boles roundabout and $5,000 for the Macedonian Cemetery.

At the following Nov. 26 meeting, the CVB indicated it supported devoting $25,000 to the Wall That Heals.

“The CVB board agreed that the investment is both timely and appropriate for tourism product development dollars,” Assistant City Manager Kimberly Greer said. “It furthers the investment they made earlier this year towards purchase of that coming attraction.”

The CVB was less enthusiastic but still willing to support the roundabout art installation and asked that the cemetery project be delayed until 2020 to give the board more time to research the history of the site.

To fund the council members’ suggestions, the CVB recommended cutting funding for the visitors kiosks and reducing Autrey Mill’s share of the tourism

tax dollars to $40,000.

“The reason for the reduction there a) is to pay for the additions you [City Council] requested and b) is to ensure the improvements we move forward can be completed within the fiscal year,” Greer said.

As Autrey Mill is largely run by volunteers, the CVB board thought it may not be able to complete all the projects in a year, a requirement of the state law.

Pam Sutton, president of the Autrey Mill Board of Directors, said the nature center could pursue other sources of funding and that a large chunk of the $72,000 was for farm museum displays that are no longer needed.

Still, Sutton said, Autrey Mill’s preferred amount would be closer to $50,000.

Council members Endres, John Bradberry, Chris Coughlin and Lenny Zaprowski indicated they would rather see funding go to Autrey Mill or other parks and recreation projects as op-

posed to gateway signs.

“I would rather allocate the funds and work on making sure it gets done versus not allocating the funds and assuming that it’s not going to get done,” Endres said. “I realize it’s a volunteer base and people are stretched, but I think people will stand up and help if they know that the money is there.”

Council members reached consensus Nov. 26 to fund the Wall That Heals, roundabout statue and at least $40,000 for Autrey Mill. They have until March to decide how to spend the remaining $114,000.

At a rescheduled Dec. 5 meeting, the CVB board considered the apparent lack of support on the council for gateway signs, which had been recommended by an outside consultant.

“The fact is that they’re making recommendations back to a board with the subject matter expertise in this industry, and not a single one of them have it,” CVB Board Chair Lynda Lee Smith said in the meeting.

Lee Smith said sometimes city councils see tourism dollars as a way to fund their pet projects they couldn’t pay for with general fund dollars, rather than spending the money the way it was intended on tourism products.

Some members of the board, including Lee Smith, said they stood by their original gateway sign recommendation.

Others indicated they would brainstorm alternatives before their next meeting with the City Council in January.

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 get from hosting the PGA Tour Championship later that year.

Taylor Road teacher honors late president

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — To commemorate the death former President George H. W. Bush, Taylor Road Middle School band teacher Brandon Soloff performed “Taps” outside the school Dec. 6.

Soloff was one of hundreds of volunteers around the country organized by Taps for Veterans to perform the bugle call for Bush. Taps for Veterans is an organization founded by former military musicians dedicated to finding live buglers for every military funeral.

“I am honored to join over 200 buglers in sounding a tribute to the late president,” Soloff stated.

George H. W. Bush was the 41st President of the United States, serving from 1989 to 1993. Prior to assuming the presidency, he served as a Navy aviator, director of the CIA and Vice President of the United States. He died Nov. 30, and his funeral was the following Thursday at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church in Houston.

He was interred at the George Bush Library in College Station, Texas, and the “Taps” performance coincided with the burial ceremony.

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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Hundreds gathered at Congregation Dor Tamid Dec. 2 to kick off the Hanukkah season.

The synagogue was filled with activities themed around the holiday for children and families, such as Hanukkah bingo and arts and crafts.

Attendees could attempt to guess how many pieces of gelt, a chocolate coin often used when playing dreidel, were in a jar for a prize awarded at the end of the night. Children could also learn to make sufganiyot, jelly-filled doughnuts.

There was a bazaar where members of the congregation, adults and teens, sold jewelry, jam, candles, accessories and other gifts. For dinner, families had their choice of latkes, a potato pancake traditionally served at Hanukkah, or hot dogs and hamburgers.

At sundown, the congregation gathered together to light the menorah and

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This year, Hanukkah, which can fall anywhere from late November to late December, lasted from sundown Dec. 2 to Dec. 10. Congregation Dor Tamid holds a Hanukkah party every year on a Sunday, so in 2018 the party fell on the first night on Hanukkah.

“It’s very special that we can have everybody here for the first night,” said Stacey Jahanfar, communication coordinator for the congregation. “That is why the whole city is crazy for it, because it’s very rare that we can have time off for Hanukkah, that we can have the whole family together.”

With hundreds of attendees, the Hanukkah party is one of the biggest events of the year for the congregation.

“We have a lot of people here who are not congregants, not members, we open the doors and give them a place,” Jahanfar said.

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Old Warsaw School preserves a piece of history

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Local historians learned what it was like to be a child in Johns Creek in the mid-20th century on a tour of one of the area’s oldest surviving schoolhouses.

In the late 1920s and early 1930s, five school houses were built to serve the newly formed north Fulton area. Only two of the schools remain, both in Johns Creek.

Newtown School was renovated to serve as Park Place senior center in Newtown Park and Warsaw School is now an office building near the intersection of State Bridge and Medlock Bridge roads.

The Johns Creek Historical Society took a tour of the Warsaw School Dec. 4 led by its current owner and former student, Mark Burkhalter.

“The best memories of my life are here,” the former state representative said. “And the most inspiring people — we all have two or three of them who are special to us — are teachers.”

Warsaw School closed in 1980, and the building was destined to be torn down and replaced with a storage facility if not for Burkhalter’s intervention. He bought the property in 1991 and spent

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Mark Burkhalter, right, leads the Johns Creek Historical Society on a tour of the Old Warsaw School. months restoring the old school house.

The renovation uncovered the original hardwood floors, updated the heating and electricity, bringing the building in line with today’s safety codes, all the while maintaining as much of the original building as possible.

“It would have been infinitely better, financially, for me to bulldoze this building and start over,” Burkhalter said.

But he said he is committed to maintaining the integrity of the building because he doesn’t “want to mess with history.”

When Burkhalter attended school in the in the ’60s and ’70s, the school was still set up like it was in 1932 except for the “cafetorium” that was added in 1953.

There were four classrooms that held first through seventh grade.

Even with two or three grades in each classroom, the student-to-teacher ratio was small. Burkhalter said his graduating class had nine students.

“It was a special time,” he said. “I probably learned more here than I did in high school and two university degrees because I had that special attention.”

Burkhalter also worked to save a 290-year-old red oak tree on the property.

“I spent more on that tree than the building,” he joked.

He said he spent around $50,000 ensuring the tree and its root system were healthy, a decision he said was purely sentimental. He and his fellow classmates used the tree as a backstop when they played softball at recess.

“It may be the oldest tree in Johns Creek,” Historical Society President Joan Compton said.

For the Historical Society, which scheduled the tour in lieu of a December meeting, the Old Warsaw School was the embodiment of the value of preserving history.

“A lot of communities as they grow and change, the history is lost,” Burkhalter said. “So you need a team, not just one or two people, but a team to preserve that history because once it’s gone, it’s gone. And that’s a real shame.”

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From more than 4,000 applicants, Colton is one of 142 scholars. The Class of 2019 is comprised of students from 39 countries and 97 universities.

Each new cohort of Schwarzman Scholars joins a global network of young leaders who help Special to build stronger Johns Creek native links between Kevin Colton joins China and a the Schwarzman rapidly changScholar program. ing world. This scholar experience is anchored in a Master of Global Affairs degree at Tsinghua University, one of China’s leading universities.

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Johns Creek Chamber celebrates the holidays

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce monthly Business After Hours took on a festive flair Dec. 6 with an ugly sweater competition, photos with Santa and Christmas trivia.

“It’s good to reconnect with the Chamber during the holidays,” said Kimberly Shea-Carter, co-owner of Honest-1 Auto Care.

For the second year in a row, Cham-

ber board member Lee Dawkins, with American Family Insurance, took home the first place prize for ugliest sweater.

“It’s so exciting,” Dawkins said. “This is my second time winning, but I actually wasn’t trying this time.”

For those looking to get into the game of unattractive apparel, Dawkins had some advice.

“First, you’ve got to start with a great base,” he said. “Then, add to it, hang some stuff on it. And it’s got to match your personality. I have a very loud personality.”

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Lynn Shea, Butch Carter and Kimberly Shea-Carter enjoy Business After Hours at the Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce Dec. 6. Kimberly took home third place for her Hawaiian themed ugly sweater.

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Business survey reflects growing pains persist in economic boom

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — While recent data shows Georgia continuing to prosper in a growing economy, not all is rosy at the ground level.

The Economic Forecasting Center at Georgia State University recently reported the state’s job additions surged in the third quarter, nearly equaling the number of new jobs added in the first half of 2018.

“In the first six months of 2018, the Peach State saw job gains of 35,600, just slightly above the same period last year,” GSU economist Rajeev Dhawan wrote in his quarterly forecast report last month.

“In the third quarter alone, employment increased by 35,900 jobs due to the return of corporate job creation.”

Strong sales and property tax collections have also resulted in city and county-level job gains in the government sector, Dhawan reported.

That’s all good news for a state that saw more bank failures during the Great Recession than any other in the country.

But it has created some problems.

A recent survey of local businesses conducted by the Alpharetta Business Association raised concerns with traffic, affordable housing and growth.

“Our annual member survey provides our membership a voice, and we want to make sure the local community as well as government officials hear what the members’ concerns are,” said ABA President Peg Hussing.

The survey showed that business operators are concerned about the same things that worry residents, she said.

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through the transportation sales tax, businesses still cite traffic issues as a major problem.

“That’s really a concern of every resident here, every business owner,” Hussing said. “There’s a lack of parking and everybody’s concerned with the traffic with all the new construction going up.”

Housing is another issue.

While Metro Atlanta remains among the most affordable of the nation’s larger cities, housing and rental prices continue to rise.

Home prices have soared to levels that make ownership difficult for average workers, Hussing said.

“I’ve lived in Alpharetta for 30 years, and I’ve seen tremendous growth,” said Hussing, who bought a house eight years ago in a subdivision just north of City Center. “If I had to buy my house today, I couldn’t afford it.”

Rental costs also continue to climb.

Alpharetta’s residential rental costs are up 1 percent from last year, accord-

ing to November data from Apartment List, which uses census figures and information from private listing sites to compile its numbers.

A one-bedroom apartment in Alpharetta will cost you $1,238 a month, well above the national average of $952. A two-bedroom in Alpharetta now averages $1,430. The national average is $1,181.

The same report shows a one-bedroom apartment in Roswell will cost you $1,243 a month, and a two-bedroom unit will cost $1,436. That’s up 3.6 percent over last year.

On the bright side, Hussing said city leaders appear to be aware of the problems. She said she thinks the current leadership is listening.

“I think the Alpharetta Business Association is a pretty influential organization, and we’re very active with the city,” she said. “We share this with them, and I think they listen to us — at least I hope they do. I think the more information you can provide to our city leaders,

whether from business organizations or from residents who live here, the better off we are.”

Hussing stressed that the survey shouldn’t be taken as an indictment against all growth but as a reflection of those conditions that are of concern to the local business community.

On the other hand, as a resident, she said she thinks growth has gotten a little bit out of hand.

“I hope they slow down and see where we’re going,” Hussing said.

Meanwhile, there are things to be grateful for, she added.

City leaders are adding another downtown parking deck on Milton Avenue, and City Center has opened to a flood of visitors.

“I was at an event at City Center last night, and I couldn’t believe how many people were walking around downtown,” Hussing said. “There were people shopping and going to restaurants — just families, you know? It was really neat to see.”

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New computer museum is nothing short of spectacular Tracking win I’m not sure humankind has ever witnessed something so impactful to human existence, change so drastically in such a short time, as the computer.

The car is close.

Just 30 years after Geoff smith its invention, the car Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com was accessible to most American families who were then able to travel longer distances in shorter periods of time.

The car brought people closer together and expanded everyone’s horizons.

But just 40 years after the invention of the first personal computer, the Kenbak-1, almost every American adult carried a computer in the palm of his or her hand. And whereas the car brought people closer to their neighbors, the computer has given people immediate access to people and information anywhere on the planet.

Next July 20, on the 50th anniversary of man’s first walk on the moon, North Fulton will be blessed with the opening of the Computer Museum of America.

Based out of Roswell’s Town Center, the museum will eventually be one of the most extensive collections of rare and antique computers in the world. When fully finished, the museum will show off rare items like the Kenbak-1. Only 14 of these are believed to exist in the world (only 40 were ever built). The first ever Apple Disk II with a serial number of 00001, and hand-wired by Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak, is there. There is a supercomputer exhibit, Arcade games, robots, magazines and thousands of original computer manuals.

I was lucky enough to attend an open house recently and tour the museum, which still has months to go before opening. The museum’s founder is local real estate owner and developer Lonnie Mimms. This vast and rare collection is the result of his life’s obsession travel-

ing the world, meeting with hundreds of industry founders, and spending a whole lot of his own money amassing this collection of more than 250,000 artifacts, one of which is on display in the Smithsonian.

Be warned. If you get him talking about any one part of his collection, you are going to be there a while. There are stories behind every piece: how it was built, who built it, how the machine fit into the broader scope of computer technology at the time, how he found it.

He loves his collection and was busting at the chance to tell everyone about it.

One exhibit at the open house showed the history of the personal computer. He had on display almost every model I ever saw growing up. Each one brought back the feelings I had as a child pushing the loud keys and writing reports, or playing what today are considered antiquated games, but back then were fascinating. He has a pop-up exhibit devoted to the story of Apple, featuring five Apple 1s, the original Lisa and the aforementioned Apple Disk II. Another exhibit I really liked was devoted to Byte magazine. Byte was where industry experts would go to see the latest developments in computer technology. The museum displays on a single wall, in chronological order, every issue from the magazine. What makes this exhibit so interesting are the covers. Most were paintings created

by Robert Tinney specifically for the magazine. He had his own artistic style and used it to create paintings that summed up the latest trends. It was fun to stand and look across the covers and literally watch computer technology age and progress.

In my opinion, the show-stopper of this museum will be Mimms’ collection of supercomputers. He has the world’s largest collection of Cray supercomputers. Seymore Cray was the father of supercomputing and the leading manufacturer of supercomputers since the 1970s when he built the Cray-1, and sold it for

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$8.8 million. Cray was known not only for building the fastest and most complex computers, but also some of the most stylish. The computers on display are the size of small cars and are artistic and fun to look at. The Cray-1 actually sits within its own walls and was built with bench-seating all around it.

I’m only scratching the surface. The museum will evolve over time as some collections are taken out to make room for other collections that are being kept in storage (what is on display now is merely a small fraction of Mimms’ entire collection). The current museum is about 35,000 square feet. In addition, there is a 10,000-square-foot ballroom that stretches along large glass garage doors that look out across the field of supercomputers. It is a wildly unique space to hold a party in and is available to rent out for corporate events, fundraisers or even weddings.

Classrooms are included in the space, and there are plans to add 65,000 square feet and a Geodesic Dome out over the entrance looking out to Holcomb Bridge and Ga. 9. There is still a lot of work to do before the official opening next July. But I can imagine computer people would flock to this much in the way others flock to the College Football Hall of Fame or the Aquarium downtown. With Alpharetta being considered the Tech City of the South, one would think this could be a jewel in the crown that is North Fulton, and really Atlanta.

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

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Local companies recognized for manufacturing

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The best of manufacturing in Forsyth County was honored Dec. 5 at the second annual Manufacturing of Distinction and Leadership, or MODL, awards.

The event, held at the Forsyth Conference Center, celebrated three companies — two medium, one large — as manufacturers of the year. The winners were Hansgrohe, Manufacturing Resources International and Scientific Games. Metcam received a separate award for environmental sustainability.

Two students were recognized for student art design, Lauren Kyle a fifth grader at Matt Elementary School, and Abby Moore, a freshman at Lambert High School.

Travis Hodges from South Forsyth High School won the engineering manufacturing high school educator of the year.

Featured speakers for the event included Ray Perren, president of Lanier Technical College.

“The purpose of Lanier Tech is to meet the workforce development needs of the area by providing technical and adult education to support the economic development and well-being of the

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The winners of this year’s Manufacturing of Distinction and Leadership awards included Hansgrohe, Manufacturing Resources International, Scientific Games and Metcam. people, communities and companies of Banks, Barrow, Dawson, Forsyth, Hall, Jackson and Lumpkin counties,” he said. “We exist so our area employers, whether business, healthcare or government, have the workforce necessary to support their organization’s goals.”

The Forsyth campus was opened in 1997, and partners with others in Hall, Barrow, Dawson and Jackson counties.

“We want to thank the people of Forsyth County and the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce and the many partners we have in the community for working with us to help provide education for the people of Forsyth County,” he said. “We’re proud to be part

of the great progress this community has made.”

The state of Georgia has always been heavily involved in manufacturing, Perren said.

“Although agriculture continues to be Georgia’s leading economic sector, manufacturers ensure it is a major factor in Georgia’s economy,” he said. “Almost 500,000 Georgians are employed in the manufacturing sector. Manufacturing is responsible for 92 percent of the state’s exports. It continues to be important to our state.”

There is a robust manufacturing community in Forsyth County, he said.

Forsyth County’s unemployment rate as

The 2018 Manufacturing of Distinction and Leadership, or MODL, awards are: • Manufacturer of the Year, medium: Hansgrohe • Manufacturer of the Year, medium: Manufacturing Resources International • Manufacturer of the Year, large: Scientific Games • Environmental Sustainability Award: Metcam of November 2018 was 2.8 percent.

“Manufacturing as an industry increases the quality of life in the community by providing thousands of jobs as well as providing benefits,” Perren said. “Manufacturing jobs also create countless other spinoffs, such as jobs at grocery stores, retail establishments and service providers. The United States has what the rest of the world wants. We have a beautiful place to live, our streets are safe and our children have wonderful education opportunities. What the rest of the world wants is jobs and our people have great jobs.”

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ROSWELL, Ga. — Construction is underway for an aging shopping center at one of Roswell’s busiest intersections, and several of its new tenants have been announced.

The Roswell Village Shopping Center, located on the southwest corner of Ga. 9 and Holcomb Bridge Road, is being redeveloped by Florida-based real estate firm Sterling Organization, which acquired the property in October 2014.

“As a longtime Atlanta resident and local real estate professional, I have felt for almost a decade that this property was one of the better repositioning or redevelopment opportunities in the city,” Sterling Organization Regional Director Rob Morris said in a statement after the purchase.

The 149,000-square-foot shopping center was originally developed in 1973. According to Roswell Inc Executive Director Steve Stroud, the property sees more than 95,000 cars pass by every day. The center also has a daytime population of almost 120,000 employees within a fivemile radius, he added.

Since construction began in April, the Sterling Organization has confirmed six new tenants. Ross Dress for Less, Marshalls and Crunch Fitness will all serve as anchors for the plaza. The other confirmed tenants are Lush Nails, Goldfish Swim School and Phenix Salon Suites.

Seven other businesses yet to be announced have secured spots, said Roswell Inc Director of Communications & Public Relations Carisa Turner.

There are still 12 spaces available.

“What attracted Sterling Organization to the area was long-term investment opportunities and the knowledge that we have a strong market in Roswell,” Stroud said. “The redevelopment of this property along with the addition of new tenants, many of which are still to be announced, is going to serve as a huge catalyst for this area and will make it one of the most sought-after shopping destinations in the city.”

Several old favorites will remain at the center. Roswell Shoe Repair, China Garden, Jersey Mike’s and Pizza Hut will all stay and remain open during construction.

The project is expected to be completed in summer 2019.

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CALENDAR HOLIDAY EVENTS: JOHN DRISKELL HOPKINS BAND

CHRISTMAS GALA AND HOLIDAY POPS CONCERT

Enjoy this anniversary celebration featuring the full Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra and Christmas Gala Chorus with traditional Christmas music. Location accepts donations for Toys for Tots. Hear the concert Saturday, Dec. 15, 7:30-10 p.m. at Johns Creek United Methodist Church, 11180 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek. Tickets are $32 for adults, $27 for seniors and $16 for students. For more information and tickets, visit johnscreeksymphony.org.

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FEATURED: “WORSHIP THE KING” CHRISTMAS CANTATA

What: Christ the Shepherd’s Choir will perform “Worship the King” led by the music minister Shelley Stenger. Cookies and hot chocolate served after each performance.

When: Sunday, Dec. 16, 8:45 and 10:15 a.m.

Where: Christ the Shepherd, 4655 Webb Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: cts.org

VOLLEYBALL ACADEMY JOHNS CREEK

What: Winter and spring volleyball academy for ages 8-15. The sessions are very fundamentals focused and the session will be divided up by age and skill level.

When: Mondays and Wednesdays, Jan.7-30; Elementary-aged players practice 6:30-7:30 p.m., 11-15 year olds practice 7:30-8:45 p.m.

Where: Endurance Center, 7340 McGinnis Ferry Road, Suite 200, Johns Creek Cost: $150 More info and registration: intensityvolleyball.com

“THE NUTCRACKER” PERFORMANCES: GWINNETT BALLET THEATRE

When: Nov. 30-Dec. 16, times vary Where: Infinite Energy Theater, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth Cost: Tickets start at $32 More info and tickets: gwinnettballet.org

What: Usher in the holidays with a founding member of the Zac Brown Band and celebrity chef Rusty Hamlin for two concert and food opportunities benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

When: Saturday, Dec. 15 at 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Where: Olde Towne Athletic Club, 4950 Olde Towne Parkway, Marietta Cost: Brunch tickets are $65, dinner tickets are $150 More info and tickets: jdhchristmasconcert.eventbrite.com

COOKIES WITH MRS. CLAUS

What: Join Mrs. Claus for live storytelling, decorating cookies and writing letters to Santa.

When: Dec. 15 and 17, 10 a.m. and noon Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $10 per child More info: roswellgov.com

COOKIES AND CRAFTS

What: Drop off the children for some holiday fun, including making naturethemed crafts and gifts. Ages 6-11.

When: Sunday, Dec. 16, 2-4 p.m.

Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $7 for members, $10 for nonmembers More info: autreymill.org

“I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS” What: Back by popular demand, Georgia Music Hall of Fame Inductee Francine Reed is ready to get everyone get into the holiday spirit with Joe Gransden’s Big Band.

When: Monday, Dec. 17, 8-10 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $30 More info and tickets: get.org

NORTH GEORGIA BARBERSHOP SINGERS 2018

When: Dec. 15-16, times vary Where: South Forsyth High School, 585 Peachtree Pkwy, Cumming Cost: Tickets start at $10 More info and tickets: sawneeballettheatre.org

What: The North Georgia Barbershop Singers have been entertaining sellout audiences at the Cumming Playhouse for many years. Don’t miss this year’s Christmas performance.

When: Wednesday, Dec. 19, 8 p.m.

Where: The Cumming Playhouse, 101 School St., Cumming Cost: Tickets start at $15 More info and tickets: playhousecumming.com

METROPOLITAN BALLET

“TROUBLE IN TOYLAND”

SAWNEE BALLET THEATRE

When: Through Dec. 14-16 Where: Blessed Trinity High School, 11320 Woodstock Road, Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $20 More info and tickets: metropolitanballet.org

ATLANTA BALLET

When: Dec. 8- 24, times vary Where: The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta Cost: Tickets start at $35 More info and tickets: foxtheatre.org

What: It’s Christmas Eve – but the toys aren’t finished, the elves are on strike, Santa has lost his laugh and Rudolph has a runny nose. Presented by Lee Bryan “That Puppet Guy” as part of the Roswell Winter Puppets series.

When: Dec. 20 through Dec. 22, times vary.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $5 More info and tickets: roswellpuppets.com

“A CHRISTMAS CAROL”

What: In this holiday favorite, Charles Dickens shows Ebenezer Scrooge as he falls asleep in his dingy, cold quarters on Christmas Eve and is later visited by three ghosts.

When: Dec. 7-9, 13-16, 18 and 2023, times vary Where: Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $20 More info and tickets: roswellgov.com

NFCC SANTA SHOP TOY DRIVE What: North Fulton Community Charities’ annual holiday program provides toys and gifts to low-income children in the North Fulton area.

Donate toys and gifts, volunteer and/or sponsor a family in need.

When: Dec. 10-14 Where: Roswell Town Center, 610 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 260, Roswell More info: nfccholiday.org

“A 1940S RADIO CHRISTMAS CAROL”

What: It’s Christmas Eve, 1943, the Feddington Players are broadcasting their interpretation of Dickens’s “A Christmas Carol” from a hole-inthe-wall studio in Newark.

When: Shows through Dec. 15, times vary Where: Act3 Productions, 6285-R Roswell Road, Sandy Springs Cost: $15-23 More info and tickets: act3productions.org

“SANTA’S MISSING MAIL”

What: Ominous Crook and his sidekick, Skellmutt, are two dastardly bad-guys who are out to stop Christmas by stealing Santa Claus’ mail. The audience will also help write a letter to St. Nick.

When: Dec. 13-15, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $5 More info and tickets: roswellgov. com/CAC/puppets

“A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS”

What: The classic animated television special A Charlie Brown Christmas comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation being presented by Roswell Youth Theatre.

When: Dec. 14-16, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $12 More info and tickets: roswellgov.com

JOHNS CREEK ARTS CENTER HOLIDAY SALE

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

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

“THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER”

What: When the horrible Herdman kids demand parts in the local Christmas pageant, mayhem ensues until the reverend helps the community see the Christmas story and the Herdmans through new eyes.

All ages.

When: Nov. 30-Dec. 16, times vary Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta Cost: $20 More info and tickets: act1theater. com

“CHRISTMAS IN DIXIE THE MUSICAL”

What: A snowstorm has stranded Ashley and Savannah, two pageant queens, at the Birmingham airport along with two marines, home on leave.

When: Nov. 29-Dec. 16, times vary Where: The Cumming Playhouse, 101 School St., Cumming Cost: Tickets start at $25 More info and tickets: playhousecumming.com

SANTA’S TOY FACTORY

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

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

SANTA’S VILLAGE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

What: A collection of lights, animated characters, trains and Christmas characters for parents and children to enjoy. Train rides also offered.

When: Fridays-Sundays, 6-9 p.m. weather permitting, through New Year’s Eve Where: 405 Waverly Hall Drive, Roswell More info: northfulton.com

AVALON ON ICE

What: Ice skate at Avalon on the Rockefeller Center-sized ice skating rink in the plaza. Enjoy special events and themed nights throughout the season. Lessons available.

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

SANTA AT AVALON

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

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

EVENTS:

HEALTH AND FITNESS:

MITTIE BULLOCH WEDDING REENACTMENT

RACE FOR RECOVERY 5K

What: Step back in time to the 1853 wedding of Mittie Bulloch to Theodore Roosevelt Sr. The memorable evening concludes with storytelling and a special frozen desert.

When: Wednesday, Dec. 15, shows every half hour from 6-9 p.m.

Where: Bulloch Hall, 535 Bulloch Ave., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $15 More info: roswellgov.com

TIME TRAVELERS CLUB

What: Participants will discover eras through engaging activities, games and crafts from the past. This month’s theme is “Full Steam Ahead.”

When: Thursday, Dec. 20, 2-4 p.m.

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

ENCHANTED WOODLAND TRAIL

What: Fairies and gnomes have been busy building all new homes for the Enchanted Woodland Trail opening this winter. Included with admission.

When: Through Dec. 22, all day Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell More info: chattnaturecenter.org

VICKERY VILLAGE FARMERS MARKET

What: Shop grass-fed beef, seafood, fruits and vegetables, honey, coffee, cookies, bread and more.

When: Thursdays through Dec. 20 Where: Vickery Village, 5920 Post Road, Cumming More info: vickeryvillageshops.com

SMART RECOVERY FAMILY AND FRIENDS

What: This program uses science based tools to provide support for those who are affected by the addictive behavior of someone close to them. Not a twelve step program.

When: Mondays, 7-8 p.m.

Where: DecisionPoint Wellness Center, 1070 State Bridge Road, Suite 6, Johns Creek More info: smartrecovery.org

NAVIGATORS TOASTMASTERS PATHWAYS

What: Reach your professional and personal goals through Pathways, Toastmasters’ new education program.

When: Tuesdays, 7 p.m.

Where: Club House, 6300 Polo Club Drive, Cumming More info: navigators.toastmastersclubs.org

WEDNESDAY MORNING NETWORKING

What: Join for networking every Wednesday morning.

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

Where: Perimeter Church, 9500 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek Cost: $5 for members, $10 for guests More info: johnscreekga.gov or 770495-0545

What: Proceeds go to the Mustard Tree Foundation, which supports addiction recovery efforts for teenagers and young adults.

When: Saturday, Dec. 15, 8:30 a.m.

Where: 3835 Johns Creek Parkway, Johns Creek Cost: Registration starts at $30, group discounts available More info: fivestarntp.com

YOUNG ADULT BOCCE BALL

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

When: Tuesday, Dec. 18, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Newtown Park, 310 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

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

RELIGIOUS EVENTS: OUTREACH MINISTRY ANGEL TREE

What: The Angel Tree Program was established to provide assistance to families in need during the Christmas holiday. Gifts distributed Dec. 15 When: Saturday, Dec. 15, 11 a.m.1 p.m.

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

CHRISTMAS PAGEANT

What: Join as youth and adults blend words of ancient scripture with modern humor in ‘Crooked Halos and Wiggly Sheep: A Christmas Pageant.’

When: Sunday, Dec. 16, 9:30 a.m.

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

CALENDAR 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, Dec. 16, 10:30 a.m., 12:40 p.m. and 5:45 p.m.

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

LONGEST NIGHT SERVICE

What: Rev. Beverly Markham will lead a special service of hope for those who are grieving during the holidays. All are welcome.

When: Sunday, Dec. 16, 5 p.m.

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

THERAPEUDIC YOGA

What: Gain health benefits from relaxing yoga that emphasizes strength and flexibility. No experience necessary. Taught by an advanced certified yoga instructor.

When: Wednesdays, 9:45-11 a.m.

Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumc.com or 770-2611705

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS OUT

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

When: Wednesday nights, 4:45-6:30 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

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: JAZZ AT FIREFLY

What: Free, live music each week.

When: Saturdays, 8:30-11 p.m.

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

SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: JANE TURNER HASSELER

What: Jane Turner Haesller returns with her “People on Canton” exhibit.

Her acrylic and ink renderings depict the people and businesses on Roswell’s Canton Street.

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

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AVALON NIGHTS LIVE

What: Unwind after a long week with live music in The Plaza.

When: Fridays, 6-8 p.m.

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LIBRARY EVENTS: NEW MOM’S SUPPORT GROUP

What: Join other new moms and their babies in an empathetic forum for sharing the joys and challenges of motherhood.

When: Friday, Dec. 14, 10:30 a.m.noon Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4402

FURKIDS ANIMAL RESCUE

What: Play with puppies, learn about pet adoption and pet ownership, and maybe take home a Furkid of your own. Furkids is a nonprofit, no-kills shelter.

When: Friday, Dec. 14, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

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

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE

What: Join the race to help save lives. To schedule a donation, visit redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code “eastroswell.” For adults.

When: Friday, Dec. 14, 12:30-4:30 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: redcrossblood.org

FAMILY GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB

What: This new book club encourages families to read together. For children in grades 3 and up and their parents. This month’s selection is “Dog Man” by Dav Pilkey.

When: Saturday, Dec. 15, 2-3 p.m.

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

“PRINCE CASPIAN: RETURN TO NARNIA”

What: Through this story, Hampstead Stage hopes to encourage students to stand up for what is right and to help those around them. Recommended for ages 5 and up. No registration required.

When: Sunday, Dec. 16, 2-3 p.m.

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

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

What: Join for a showing of the classic “Home Alone” to get into the holiday spirit. All are welcome.

Cookies and cocoa will be served.

When: Monday, Dec. 17, 4-6 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4050

MOBILE CAREER COACH

What: The Georgia Mountains Regional Commission offers help with job searches, interview techniques, resumes and more. No registration required.

When: Tuesday, Dec. 18, 10 a.m.2 p.m.

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

MEDITATION CLASS

What: Every class will include guided meditation. Group leaders cover different topics that include the details of the energy centers, subtle system and more. All levels welcome.

When: Tuesday, Dec. 18, noon-1 p.m.

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

READ WITH ECHO

What: Reluctant or anxious readers can sign up to read with Echo, a trained therapy dog. Registration required.

When: Wednesday, Dec. 19, 4-5 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info and registration: afpls.org or 404-613-6747

FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUP

What: Practice French skills in a casual group setting for beginners, intermediates and advanced. For teenagers and adults.

When: Thursday, Dec. 20, 6:307:30 p.m.

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

PET ADOPTIONS: FORSYTH COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER

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

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

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

Where: PetSmart, 6370 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta Additional adoptions: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Fulton County Animal Services, 860 Marietta Blvd. NW, Atlanta More info: 404-613-4958

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How to stay comfortable during a cold Cold and flu season has arrived, and it’s nearly impossible not to be affected.

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New Year, New You:

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Writing off the end of the year Americans are officially abandoning attempts to be healthy until 2019, according to a new study.

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Sue, Peggy and Jim enjoy themselves at Park Place canasta on Dec. 6.

Seniors compete in cards tournament

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The card players at Park Place senior center had a treat Dec. 6, a holiday canasta tournament.

The group of 62 and older players meet every Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30, but for the holidays, their regular meeting was replaced with a six-round tournament.

The contest followed the rules used during the annual Fulton Golden Games, a month-long event where seniors from Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Milton, Roswell and Sandy Springs compete in games.

Marilyn Bergdoll, who organized the event, said it was just for fun. Small prizes like a Christmas lights necklace were given to the player with the most wild cards, most canastas and lowest score.

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long-time players and novices.

“We played in Arizona about 60 years ago every Saturday with neighbors,” said Jim, one of the regular players. “It comes back like riding a bike. You just have to know which rules they’re using because there are about 1,000 ways to play.”

“I had never played until I started going here about a year ago after I retired,” Amber said. “If you’ve played any kind of cards like rummy, it’s very easy to pick up. But don’t go straight to bridge.”

Some of the canasta player prided themselves for being more relaxed than the group that plays the relatively complicated bridge. However, some said they enjoyed both games.

“We spend a lot of time getting together [at Park Place],” Jim said. “People come every day. We’re a good group. We all have a lot of fun, and we look out for each other, which is important when you have a group of seniors.”

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North Fulton solidifying itself as football hotbed

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Those arguing that North Fulton is one of the state’s premier football hotbeds have hard data to back it up.

For the fourth consecutive year, a local team has reached the football state finals, and for the third season in that span, two teams have earned championship berths.

And no matter the result for Blessed Trinity and Milton in this week’s state finals, the 2018 season has continued a trend of success for local public and private schools.

North Fulton teams have amassed over 540 wins since Cambridge became the 13th North Fulton team to compete in 2012. In that span, winning percentages among all local teams has steadily risen when combined. In 2012, North Fulton squads had a joint 65-72 record.

Since then, all teams have combined for a winning record each year, including

this year’s mark of 84-60 without the results of this year’s state championship games.

At least two North Fulton teams have amassed 10 or more wins in a season in four of the last five years. Since 2012, at least four teams from the area have reached the playoffs each year, and no fewer than seven have earned berths in the last three seasons.

Overall playoff records have also risen from a 1-5 mark in 2012. North Fulton teams have had winning playoff campaigns in each season since, including an 11-8 record in 2016, 11-7 in 2017 and 10-5 in 2018 before the results of Wednesday’s state finals.

In addition to playoff success, North Fulton teams won a region or subregion title for every region in which they compete in 2018.

Fellowship Christian earned the Region 6-A subregion B title, and Johns Creek, Blessed Trinity, Milton and Roswell captured titles in their respective regions.

North Fulton teams came close to sweeping region titles in 2014, with three of the four regions earning titles, but Cambridge in 7-AAAAA fell short of the subregion title.

While all local teams have had success in recent years, Roswell schools

are leading the championship charge.

Located approximately within a mile of each other, Roswell, Fellowship Christian and Blessed Trinity have combined for six state finals appearances and seven region championships since 2015.

DEATH NOTICES William A. Anderton III, 69, of Cumming, passed away December 4, 2018.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Willard R. Arnold, 93, of Johns Creek, passed away November 28, 2018. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory.

Mattie Sue Barnes, 86, of Cumming, passed away November 29, 2018.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Margaret Ford, 77, of Alpharetta, passed away November 28, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Jean M. Jones, 80, of Roswell, passed away November 29, 2018. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Joan Mayer, 82, of Roswell, passed away November 28, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Edward James Fuhrmann, 95, of Cumming, passed away November 28, 2018.

Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory.

John McDermid, 80, of Milton, passed away December 1, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors &

Sherry Glattstein, 65, of Roswell, passed away December 3, 2018. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Crematory.

Robert Ed. Hayes, 73, of Roswell, passed away November 24, 2018. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Linda K. Moore, 75, of Roswell, passed away November 30, 2018. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Darothy L. Coburn, 87, of Suwanee, passed away November 25, 2018.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Jeffery Allen Hughes, 57, of Alpharetta, passed away December 03, 2018.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Paul David Mullinay, 62, of Cumming, passed away December 3, 2018.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Gary A. Cook, 62, of Roswell, passed away November 27, 2018. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Louise Janas, 92, of Roswell, passed away November 29, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Crematory.

Steven Blumenfeld, 60, of Roswell, passed away November 27, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors &

Robert C. Dilbeck, 87, of Cumming, passed away December 4, 2018.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Roshan Lal Sharma, 83, of Cumming, passed away November 28, 2018.

Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory.

Mary Sharp, 92, of Roswell, passed away November 29, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Gretta LaRue Shore, 83, of Cumming, passed away November 30, 2018.

Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory.

Fred Lee Stephenson, Jr., 87, of Cumming, passed away December 2, 2018. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory.

Crematory.

Hsiu-Yin Su, 77, of Alpharetta, passed away November 29, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors &

Cynthia T. Tolbert, 59, of Alpharetta, passed away November 27, 2018.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Betty Floyd Wheeler, 83, of Cumming, passed away December 2, 2018.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

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