Milton Herald – September 13, 2018

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Property assessors discuss appeals

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State considers later start to school

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MILTON, Ga. — A Milton man was arrested for disorderly conduct stemming from a road rage incident in which he allegedly followed another car and confronted its occupants.

On Aug. 30, Milton officers responded to a call from a man who stated he had been followed by a driver who blocked his car in a parking lot.

The man called police because he was scared and the suspect appeared aggressive in his demeanor.

The victim and his wife said they were driving on Windward Parkway near Ga. 9 to work when they got behind the suspect in the right turning lane.

According the man, the suspect did not turn right when there were no cars approaching and he honked his car horn.

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fraudulent charge of $100 at a gas station in Stone Mountain.

The victim has security cameras on his home but they do not capture the driveway where his truck was parked.

Police lifted fingerprints from the vehicle.

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Man steals five computers from Milton Target store

MILTON, Ga. — A man reported his truck was burglarized Aug. 29 with over $3,000 worth of items missing, and the credit cards taken from the cab had been used fraudulently.

The victim said around 8:30 a.m. he went to retrieve his wallet from the center console of his Ford Raptor truck, which had been left unlocked overnight.

The man’s wallet, along with a $600 in cash, a duffel bag valued at $500, a MacBook Pro laptop and sunglasses were missing.

Two credit cards were also missing.

When the man attempted to cancel the cards, he discovered fraudulent purchases had already been made. One card was used to charge $1,034 at a Walmart in Stone Mountain. Another card had a

MILTON, Ga. — An unidentified man stole five computers from the Milton Target location and exited through the emergency fire exit to an waiting car.

Milton police were contacted Aug. 29 regarding the incident which occurred the day before. An employee at the store showed officers footage of the suspect, wearing a multi-colored Atlanta Braves hat.

The man is seen taking three HP Chromebooks, an Acer Chromebook and an Android Tablet and placing them in a 45-gallon bin. He then exited the store through an emergency fire exit and entered a dark SUV driven by another person.

Security footage did not reveal the SUV’s tag number.

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The suspect said he calmly approached the couple in the business parking lot and told the driver he “was in the wrong” and he never made any threats. According to the police report, the suspect gave conflicting reasons for why he removed his shirt.

The report stated the suspect could be heard “screaming” at the man during his call to 911.

Based on the statements given and the “circumstances supporting the [victim’s] version of the events,” the suspect was arrested for disorderly conduct.

Officers also charged the man with possession of marijuana under one ounce and possession of drug-related objects after discovering he was in possession of marijuana and a scale.

Man withdraws funds in potential phone scam ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police interviewed a bank customer Aug. 27 after a bank manager called police about a man attempting to remove $14,000 from his own account to pay a ransom for his wife to the Russian mafia.

The man told police that his wife had been detained by a TSA agent in Washington, D.C., and that he had to wire $30,000 to a bank account in England for her release.

Police spoke with the suspect claiming to be a TSA agent. The suspect refused to identify himself and did not provide a badge number or a field office contact number.

Police informed the distraught man that it resembled a scam, to which the man replied, “I know.”

The man said he wanted to transfer the money anyway to have evidence of the deception he was victim to.

Police did not recommend he do so but could not legally prevent him.

The man went into the bank to complete the transaction.

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The suspect then immediately stepped out of his car and began yelling and cursing at the couple, the victim said. After the suspect got back into his car, both vehicles turned on Ga. 9.

The man said the suspect followed them into the parking lot of a local business where the couple was set to work overnight.

The suspect then blocked the couple’s car from leaving the parking lot, exited the vehicle, removed his shirt and threatened to kill the driver, according to the husband.

Officers located the suspect and interviewed him. The suspect said when the man honked, he felt the other car was going to hit him and he was upset because he was driving his mother’s car.

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Milton City Council candidate outlines goals Carol Cookerly to run unopposed to fill empty seat

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Milton will elect a fresh member of the City Council in the Nov. 7 general election, and with two of the three qualifying candidates dropping out of the race, the new District 1/Post 2 representative will be Carol Cookerly. The Milton Equestrian Committee member and founder of Cookerly Public Relations & Marketing Services, will run unopposed for the seat vacated by Burt Hewitt in April.

Cookerly said there was no epiphany that led to her decision to throw her hat in the ring. Rather, she felt the decision came at a good point in her life and she “really cared” about the seat.

“I do think that I make reasonably good decisions based on facts and input and hope to be a good listener,” Cookerly said. “I thought maybe I could bring some of those same business skills to [the council]. I want to serve, and, whether it’s a year or longer, things are moving fast [in Milton], and I want to be a part of the deliberation process for its next steps.”

The candidate said she is anticipating joining the council to problem solve

with her future fellow councilmembers.

“I feel like I’m joining a smart, deliberative group, and that’s what makes it so attractive,” she said. “It’s not Carol Cookerly coming in to save the day. I admire them, I don’t see any deficiencies and I see a positive, pro-Milton group of people.”

In her tenure, Cookerly hopes to help strike a balance between the evershrinking undeveloped areas in Milton while recognizing landowner’s rights.

“We are all sad to see so much pastureland and tree canopy disappear so quickly,” she said. “At the same time, we realize people have rights with their land.

I’m not going to second guess decisions that have been made in the past, but I would like to be part of the deliberative body that evaluates plans and proposals in the future. I probably at heart lean toward holding on to what precious greenspace we have left, but people have rights and those should be rewarded to their properties as they so choose.”

Cookerly said she will ensure all intended and unintended consequences are thoroughly researched with each proposal that hits her desk, she said.

However, she does not plan to “be a cog

and slow things down.”

She also has long-term addendums which include ensuring the city’s youth learn to appreciate the outdoors.

“I would like to be someone who helps to get kids in the woods and be knowledgeable about nature,” she said.

“Also maybe having a night where all the lights are turned off and kids can see the stars. I think there are things that we can do that could create opportunities to get out and enjoy natural spaces.

The older I get the more I appreciate how important neighborhoods and communities can be.”

An equestrian rider and owner of three horses, Cookerly moved from Buckhead to Milton in the late 1990s.

She is married and is a “proud” stepmother.

She founded her Buckhead-based PR firm 25 years ago that has grown to include clients such as McDonald’s, SunTrust, Mercedes-Benz and Westin Hotels and Resorts.

In addition to serving on the Milton Equestrian Committee, Cookerly recently served on the Metro Atlanta YMCA board and joined the Atlanta Police Foundation board.

Cookerly will serve on the council for the final year of Hewitt’s term. The seat will be up for reelection in 2019.

Carol Cookerly will run unopposed to fill the District 1/Post 2 seat on the Milton City Council this November. The seat was vacated earlier this year by Burt Hewitt.

Fulton commissioners question assessment appeals process

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Fulton County Commissioner Bob Ellis is questioning whether the county Board of Assessors

is giving short shrift to North Fulton as it processes 2018 property assessment appeals.

In an update to the County Commission Sept. 5, Fulton County Chief Appraiser Dwight Robinson said his

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Unworked property appeals by district District 1 2 3 4 5 6 Total

Unworked Cases 4,247 4,074 8,661 2,042 2,628 2,655 24,307

Total Cases 5,211 5,530 11,572 5,557 6,281 6,420 40,571

Percent unworked 81.5% 73.7% 74.8% 36.7% 41.8% 41.4% 59.9%

The North Fulton districts have a higher rate of unworked property appeals cases than Atlanta and South Fulton.

office received 40,571 appeals on 2018 property assessments. Countywide, property values increased by more than 25 percent on average this year, the Assessor’s Office previously reported.

So far, 6,938 cases have been desig-

nated “resolved,” meaning the property owner has either been sent a 30-day notice, the taxpayer withdrew the appeal or the property is going to a second level

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SCHOOLS

A September start to school?

State legislators studying a post-Labor Day mandate

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com As the Fulton County School System slowly inches back to an earlier August start for the school year, state lawmakers could soon take that decision out of their hands.

A Senate study committee was recently formed to evaluate the school year calendar of Georgia’s public schools, with an eye on a later start for the state’s 181 school districts. Sen. Steve Gooch (R-Dahlonega) was tapped by Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle to chair the 11-member study committee.

“As we celebrate Labor Day each year as the unofficial end of summer, most of our public schools have been back in full swing for nearly a month,” Sen. Gooch said. “[It is time] to take a look at how we compare to other states who still utilize a more traditional school calendar with their start dates after Labor Day.” He added that energy conservation and the safety of athletes are also reasons to consider a later start date.

A post-Labor Day start to school is intriguing, noted Martine Zurinskas of Alpharetta, but it presents obstacles if school extended into June. The state’s mandatory assessments are administered in April, with most meaningful instruction complete by that time.

“I do agree that a delayed start of [mid-August] is more appropriate and on par with neighboring states such as Florida, Alabama and South Carolina,” said Zurinskas, a parent of two children in elementary and middle school. “[But] a September start would have kids in school till mid-June which creates a host of issues with summer sports schedules and [other events].”

Although the idea of regulating school calendars pops up routinely in the General Assembly, there is currently no state law governing the start of the school year. Districts are free to open and close as they choose – as long as they contain the equivalent of 180 days of instruction.

While most districts open school doors in early August, a growing number of students are returning to school in July, much to the concern of lawmakers and the tourism industry.

However, a post-Labor Day start is no longer the national norm – nor is a late July/early August start as in Georgia.

An unofficial survey of start dates across the nation found most districts start mid to late August, with colder regions of the country leaning toward later starts.

In the Fulton School System, the Aug. 6 opening this year was the earliest start in recent memory.

In the Fulton School System, the Aug. 6 opening this year was the earliest start in recent memory. The system has experimented with a later start, opening on Aug. 22 in 2009, and Aug. 23 the following year, before returning to the earlier opening.

The main reason cited for an early start is to allow the first semester to end by winter break. High school students can then complete their finals prior to the long break.

The later start dates Fulton Schools tried years ago required uneven semesters – with the first semester several days shorter than the second.

Gooch said he is seeking input from key stakeholders, including parents, students, businesses and tourism officials, to gather information on the impact a later school year would create.

“Our goal is to determine if a later start date is feasible and if it would provide additional opportunities for families to take a vacation together while increasing the availability of summer workers for our booming travel and hospitality industries,” he said.

The Senate Study Committee expects to report its findings by Dec. 1 — a month ahead of the 2019 legislative session. A spokeswoman for the Fulton School System had no comment on the plans for state oversight of the school year, noting Fulton has just started the calendar planning process for the next two years.

“We are creating a two-question survey that asks [stakeholders] what they like about the FSC calendar and what they wish to see in the calendar,” said Susan Hale. “The intent is to get candid, open-ended responses.”

Feedback also will be sought at school board community meetings, superintendent advisory meetings, school governance councils, and other entities.

A draft calendar will be presented to the school board in November.

OPINION

Cadillac thrills, Cadillac bills Despite some recent paving along certain sections, I still contend that Hardscrabble Road near Etris Road in Roswell is by far the roughest major thoroughfare in North Fulton. And considJOE PARKER ering my commute Reporter joe@appenmediagroup.com often takes me along its stretches of jagged tarmac, it makes me long for enough of a salary to be able to buy a Cadillac CT6 to smooth out the bumps.

I certainly did not enter the journalism field to get rich. So when I recently stated in a video that I was “sold” on the 2018 Cadillac CT6, my wife loudly scoffed. That’s because she and I know my salary.

No, I fear the Cadillac’s sticker carries a bit too much heft for someone who second guesses adding guacamole to his Chipotle burrito. But while journalism may leave my pockets skinnier than Matthew McConaughey in “Dallas Buyers Club,” it does give me the opportunity to experience, a week at a time, the lap of luxury.

The CT6 comes with four trim levels, and it’s up to you how Cadillac you want your Cadillac to be.

The CT6 is well-equipped in the standard version starting at $54,090. But if you want some more luxury in your executive sedan, you can beef up the standard or go full bore and opt for the top trim, the Platinum, which carries a price tag of between $85-89,000 depending on your engine selection.

The Platinum comes with a load of toys, including a 34-speaker Bose Panaray sound system, 20-way adjustable, massaging front and rear seats, quadzone climate control, “concierge” lighting that illuminates the car as you approach with the key fob and a noise control system to dampen cabin noise.

The CT6 is perhaps the only car where I may have preferred to sit in the rear seats. Here you still get all the creature comforts of the front seats, loads of leg and headroom, and two 11-inch diagonal video screens with a Blu-ray and HDMI inputs. Two sets of wireless headphones are included, allowing you to still be pleased if you prefer DMX over the driver’s Dan Folgerberg.

You can also shield yourself from the view of the peasants (me any other week) with rear window manual sunshades

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The CT6 is certainly enjoyable in the rear seats, but if you want a little excitement to go with the comfort, might I suggest the driver’s seat.

All-wheel drive comes fitted in all but the standard trim, and you have a choice of two power units — a 3.6-liter V6 with 335-horsepower or the version I tested, a 3.0-liter twin-turbo cranking out 404 horsepower and a neck-snapping 400 foot-pounds of torque.

The twin turbo did not disappoint.

When your right foot plants the accelerator, you will be thankful for the comfortable headrests because the back of your head will soon be striking it thanks to a punch of torque in the moment it takes the turbos to spool.

The Platinum trim comes with aids for feisty driving, including active rear steering, which improves the turning radius at slow speeds and provides stability when you crank up the revs.

There is also magnetic ride control, which can actively stiffen the suspension during cornering.

These features enable the Cadillac to be soft and supple on the highway without body roll becoming an issue in

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the corners. In fact, I would argue it’s a fun car to thrash around a winding road despite its girth and hefty weight.

To keep yourself in check should you give it a little too much zest, the top trim also comes with plenty of nifty safety features.

Included are those you expect on any new luxury model — low-speed automatic braking, a forward collision alert and lane departure warning — but the CT6 goes beyond the standard fare.

In addition to night vision and a surround video recorder, which allows you to record video captured by the CT6’s cameras, the Cadillac comes with “Super Cruise,” a semi-autonomous cruise control system (watch more at Facebook. com/leftlanereviews).

Super Cruise uses sophisticated mapping technology with the car’s onboard sensors and cameras to deliver truly hands-free driving. That is, provided you are on a major, divided highway that has been mapped.

This includes 130,000 miles in the U.S., and finding suitable roads was no issue here in Atlanta.

When traveling on a mapped thoroughfare, simply turn on Super Cruise — indicated by a light on the steering wheel turning green — set your speed and let technology do the steering, braking and acceleration. It is truly a remarkable feature, and I can only hope the CT6 is highlighting the future of

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It is technology I hope will one day be fitted to a car I can afford.

For those who would not need to sell their home to purchase a top-trim CT6, it is comfortable, well-appointed, quiet and has a soft ride while not folding when you put your foot down.

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commute, and the steering and brake feel is spot on for a car of this size and weight.

It’s also just as enjoyable from the back seat as it is from the pilot’s position. So, if you do decide to purchase one, can I at least ride in the back?

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What’s life without a little adventure?

For some, Labor Day weekend can bring the blessing of relaxation. Three whole days with no commitments.

Plenty of time to catnap in the warm weather, maybe finish a summer read.

Carson Cook For others, the Reporter carson@appenmediagroup.com three-day weekend is the perfect opportunity for a vacation. Some clock out a little early on Friday, hit the road as soon as they can. Maybe their suitcase was already in the trunk. They soak up the sun and sights before they have to return to the desk Tuesday morning.

This year, my family joined the latter camp. We have always been an adventurous bunch. A family friend once described us as the “going-est” family she knew because we are always trying new things.

On Labor Day weekend, my parents, sisters and I converged in Chattanooga to take a white water rafting trip down the Ocoee River.

I had rafted down the Ocoee before, but each time is thrilling in a new way.

Our guide, Kylen, Creighton, Carson, Lynn, Sarah Scott and Emerson Cook, and our foreign exchange sister Eleonore Jonckheere brave the Ocoee rapids.

Every trip is different depending on the height of the river, the weather that day and the guide. Some guides like to play it safe, but I have had guides who abandoned our raft mid-river to do a backflip off a rock.

This time our guide, Kylen, was the perfect balance. We never fell out of

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the raft, but she still showed us a few tricks.

We got off to a rocky start. Literally.

We got stuck on a rock.

When my family play Head’s Up, we are so in-sync you would think we could read each others’ minds, but when it comes to paddling that syn-

chronicity was nowhere to be found.

Our guide had us shift all of our weight to one side of the raft so she could budge us off. Then we had to immediately climb back into our seats without losing our grip on the paddles.

We found our rhythm after that, and we had plenty of fun going down the later rapids like “Table Saw” and “Diamond Splitter.”

We had one first-timer in our group.

Eleonore, the foreign exchange student staying with my family, had never been white water rafting before.

To ensure she had the best experience possible, we let her have the honor of “riding the bull,” or sitting on the front of the raft as we go down a rapid.

I think she enjoyed it. She hasn’t submitted a request to live with a new host family yet, so she probably enjoyed it.

Come Tuesday morning, I may have been a little sore and a little sunburnt, but I wouldn’t trade my wild weekend with my family for a calm staycation.

Everybody needs time to relax, but it’s the adventures, the white water excursions and road trips, that stand out in my memories.

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First Freedom Bowl at Milton resounding success Event honors veterans, showcases nation’s top football teams

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — When Milton High School Athletic Director Gary Sylvestri finally relaxed Aug. 31, his Fitbit showed he’d walked over 36,000 steps and climbed the equivalent of 576 floors.

“All in a day’s work!” Sylvestri tweeted with a snapshot of the readout.

But it was far from the typical day for the school official and hundreds of football players, parents and volunteers. It was the inaugural Freedom Bowl hosted by Milton High School over Labor Day weekend.

The three-day event brought 12 of the top teams in the eastern United States and Canada to battle for supremacy in what the school hopes will be an annual showcase.

But along with the spectacle of talented teams facing off on the gridiron, the Freedom Bowl celebrates the nation’s veterans and proceeds benefited Wounded Warriors and their families.

After the slate of six games, Sylvestri reflected on the event and said the exhaustion of his legs was well worth it.

“It was a huge success,” Sylvestri said. “We brought attention to our military, had over 1,000 student athletes compete and had over 10,000 fans attend.”

Beyond the games, the Milton athletic director said the players and coaches spoke with veterans about their duty and the dedication it takes to truly lead and serve.

Sylvestri said the Freedom Bowl weekend also showcased the importance high school athletics can have.

The Marjory Stoneman Douglas Eagles took the field on Sept. 1, their first regulation game since a gunman opened fire at the school Feb. 14, killing 17 students and faculty members, including the school’s athletics director and an assistant football coach.

“At the end of the day, athletics is bigger than what happens on the field,” Sylvestri said. “Everyone was pouring their hearts out for the Stoneman Douglas team.

The purity of high school athletics is amazing at that’s what showed true

The three-day event brought 12 of the top teams in the eastern United States and Canada to battle for supremacy in what the school hopes will be an annual showcase. But along with the spectacle of talented teams facing off on the gridiron, the Freedom Bowl celebrates the nation’s veterans and proceeds benefited Wounded Warriors and their families. over the weekend.”

The MSD Eagles were treated to a dinner at Chick-Fil-A in Alpharetta and by the Cambridge Jr. Bears program who teamed up with the MSD Alumni Atlanta group.

“We honored them and said that we are one Eagle nation,” Sylvestri said.

The Eagles beat St. Matthews of Ontario, Canada on Sept. 1, and after the game, both teams exchanged No. 17 jerseys, the number of people killed at the MSD shooting.

Head coach Willis May said on Twitter his team was honored to be able to participation and the event exceeded expectations.

“It is by far the best experience a lot of our players and coaches have even been a part of,” May tweeted.

The night before the MSD game, Milton improved its record to 3-0 in the marquee Friday matchup over nationally-ranked Cardinal Gibbons.

“The boys were really excited to come out and perform for the home

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Bowl:

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Continued from Page 10 crowd and the greater cause of the Freedom Bowl,” head coach Adam Clack said.

With this year’s event a success, Sylvestri and Milton look to further improve the event in the coming years.

“It was a huge success in year one and we set the bar so high,” Sylvestri said. “Now we want to fine tune.”

The Milton athletic director shared his thanks for the hundreds of people who made the Freedom Bowl possible, including event or ganizer Dave Menard, and sponsors like the Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau, Chick-Fil-A, Battle and Northside Hospital.

He also said he is grateful for the 200 or so volunteers who worked jobs from parking, check-ins, concessions and more.

“It was really cool to see that many people come out and help,” Sylvestri said. “We have a great team and a great football program, but we have a great community on top of that.”

For more information on the Freedom Bowl, visit thefreedombowl.net.

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All kids should be able to have fun and celebrate life and that’s why the Sunshine Kids Foundation exists.

“The Sunshine Kids Foundation was founded by Rhoda Tomasco in 1982 while she was serving as a volunteer in the pediatric cancer unit of a hospital. After seeing the loneliness and depression among children during their extended hospital treatments, Rhoda had a vision to provide these young cancer patients with opportunities to participate in positive group activities which promoted self-esteem, personal accomplishment and just plain old-fashioned fun! Today, that vision has been realized many times over, as thousands of children from hospitals across the country have reaped the benefits of The Sunshine Kids Foundation’s many programs and national and regional events. Funded by personal contributions, corporations and foundations, the Sunshine Kids continues, as it has since its inception, to provide all of its activities completely free of charge to the children and their families.”

Kids should be able to have fun and celebrate life and that’s why the Sunshine Kids Foundation exists. The foundation provides fun local, regional, and national trips and activities for kids fighting cancer so they can get out and enjoy life! The sun was chosen as a symbol of the foundation for its positive, life-giving force, bright hope for the future, and warmth that friends bestow upon each other.

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New program helps students combat stress

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Principals and teachers at Northwood Elementary, Webb Bridge Middle School and Johns Creek High School have rolled out a new program to teach students mindfulness.

Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment. It can help people focus, relax and be more in tune with their emotions.

Through a program called Inner Explorer, many Fulton classrooms from kindergarten to 12th grade are taking five to 10 minutes a day to practice the discipline.

Dr. Ritu Ahuja, principal of Northwood Elementary, said in her 9 years as principal she has never seen teachers as eager to adopt a new program.

“The whole school wanted to do it,” Ahuja said. “They said we are in need of something where children can reflect, children can have a moment to just calm down, sit with their thoughts, slow down and enjoy the moment, so now it is built into our schedule.”

At Northwood, students do mindfulness exercises after recess to help students calm down. Students enjoy having the moment to themselves, Ahuja said,

but teachers love it even more.

“When that five or 10 minutes of practice are over the kids are ready to go,” Ahuja said. “The teachers establish better relationships with the children because they’re not constantly telling them not to do this or not to do that.”

The behavioral and emotional benefits are plain to see, Ahuja said. Teachers have said the 10 minutes spent on the exercise are gained back through fewer discipline incidents and better concentration.

“The benefits are really hard to measure in an educational environment,” Ahuja said. “But I believe we are setting up the children for success by helping them deal with distractors early in their life.”

The program is sponsored by LG Electronics as part of its “Life’s Good: Experience Happiness” initiative. LG shoulders the cost of the Inner Explorer program so it is free to the schools and communities. So far, LG has brought the program to 12,000 students in the Atlanta area.

“They come in as the sponsor for those 12,000 kids that wouldn’t have access to it, because as you know, budgets are super tight at schools,” said Maggie McDaniel, a media representative for

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Dr. Ritu Ahuja Northwood Elementary principal LG. “Social emotional learning is on the rise but is not altogether funded so this helps to bridge that gap.”

LG hopes to reach 5.5 million youth over five years to give them the skills needed to reduce anxiety levels and create sustainable feelings of happiness. LG is planning on funding 25 more schools in the Atlanta area.

“If the school wanted to offer Inner Explorer to its students, teachers, parents, administrators, the entire school community, it would cost $1000 a year,”

McDaniel said. “LG is sponsoring that cost, so it is of no cost to the school for the next two years.”

Studies show that high stress levels in children can result in poor school performance, low self-esteem, self-harm and poor decision-making, which can reduce a child’s options for success and happiness later in life.

“As a school principal I have seen anxiety and stress are massive in the school system,” Ahuja said. “We also know happier and calmer children perform better, all the research has shown that.”

Years of scientific research shows happy people are healthier, live longer, earn more money and do better in both school and life. More importantly, the research also shows that happiness skills can be learned.

The “Life’s Good: Experience Happiness” initiative was founded to teach more people these happiness skills. LG Electronics partnered with Inner Explorer, as well as the University of California Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, Discovery Education and Project Happiness.

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From top left, Isaiah Eberhardt, Daniel Richards and Noah Berman, and from bottom left, Lucas Sloman, Joseph Brunner and Conor Moland, were announced as Northern Ridge Boy Scout District’s newest Eagle Scouts on July 26.

North Fulton announces latest Eagle Scouts The Northern Ridge Boy Scout District, which includes Roswell, Alpharetta, Johns Creek and Milton recently announced its newest Eagle Scouts, who passed their Board of Review on July 26.

These are Scouts who passed their Eagle Board of Reviews, held at Alpharetta Presbyterian Church: Isaiah Eberhardt, of Troop 2206, sponsored by St. James United Methodist Church, whose project was constructing two benches for the playground and painting a shed for Temple Beth Tikvah; Daniel Richards, of Troop 2206, sponsored by St. James, whose project was rehabilitating a 1.2 mile trail that goes around the church, with trail markers and activity signs; Noah Berman, of Troop 2000,

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Students embrace Pianos for Peace at library

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — It might seem out of place to put a piano inside a library, but at the Sharon Forks Branch, the piano brings the community together to enjoy music and art.

The piano is one of 50 around the Atlanta area as part of the Pianos for Peace Festival, a non-profit organization founded by composer and pianist Malek Jandali to build peace through music, arts and education.

Student volunteers from the National Art Honor Society at Lambert High School painted and decorated the piano for the Sharon Forks Library.

The students, Vanessa Tam, Rose Holloway, Rina Yoo and Teresa Weng, chose “flowering voices” for their design theme.

“We wanted to express how music is universally appreciated by both nature and humankind,” Tam said. “The elements on our piano play off the waves emitted by singing and music, so there are a lot of wavy lines and abstract colors. On the top there are two children singing, and on the back are birds and flowers to show a bonding union.”

The library is one of three Pianos for

Peace locations in Forsyth County and its piano will be on display and available for visitors to play in Meeting Room A of the Sharon Forks Library through the end of the Festival on Sept. 22.

The other two pianos are on display and may be played at The Collection at Forsyth and Lambert High School, according to Sharon Forks Library branch manager Mendy Gunter.

“It is not typical in a small branch to find a piano,” she said. “But in the larger metropolitan libraries it’s typical in a large space to have a grand piano for concerts.”

This project brings art into the community and gives the public the opportunity to play music, Gunter said.

“It’s for people to play music spontaneously for people to enjoy and bring peace,” she said.

It was a benefit for the students, as well, who had never used a piano for a canvas and had never worked with other artists on a project.

“All of us could personally relate to this type of a project because, for me, my mom is a pianist,” Yoo said. “This was already an interesting way to put myself personally into this project. At the same time we were able to give back to the community in such a way that it’s

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Vanessa Tam plays the piano she helped paint as part of Pianos for Peace.

The students from Lambert High School painted this piano so members of the public can play it.

something we’ve never done before.”

Holloway said she made new friends through this experience, and this brought her out of her comfort zone.

Weng said she was proud of her accomplishment at the end of the twoweek project.

“This was a way to better ourselves,” Yoo said. “It was both self-healing but at the same time, volunteering. It’s really cool knowing we’re working on a project that will impact more children so they

will be inspired by both music and art.”

Following the display, Gunter said the piano will be donated to Little Mill Middle School.

“The element of art and music together can make the world a better place,” Gunter said. “This is a unique project and we wanted to bring that message to Forsyth County.”

To find out more about the Festival, or to donate a piano, visit PianosForPeace.org.

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Fulton: Continued from Page 4 of appeal.

When the assessors have reviewed the appeal and notify the taxpayer of its decision, the property owner has 30 days to notify the Board of Assessors whether or not they agree with the decision. They can then take the appeal to a second level through the Board of Equalization, a hearing officer or arbitration.

Robinson said 9,226 cases are pending certification, meaning a recommendation has been made by assessors but is awaiting board approval.

Of the 24,307 appeals that have not been touched, Ellis noted most are within North Fulton. Of the unworked cases, 69.9 percent lie within the three

northern commission districts, although they make up 55 percent of all the appeals.

“It just would be appear, I don’t know what that would be the case, it’s fairly off-balanced.” Ellis said. “It also implies that there’s not a lot of attention being paid to one grouping, or it’s not balanced in terms of staffing.”

Taking the county as a whole, 60 percent of appeals filed have not been addressed. In Alpharetta 72.9 percent of cases are unworked, 88.1 percent in Johns Creek, 62.9 percent in Milton and 85.7 percent in Roswell.

Robinson insisted that the way appraisers are delegated is methodical and fair.

“There is a balance,” he said. “Some appraisers have different duties.”

Nearly all, 99.5 percent, of commercial property appeals have been resolved

or are pending certification. For residential property appeals, 35 percent have been resolved or are pending certification.

Commissioner Lee Morris questioned how notices are given to property owners before appraisers come to inspect their property.

He shared a story of one constituent who was startled when he saw someone in the backyard early one morning.

Robinson said the assessors post notices on the website and contact local

The proposed budget amendments will be available for review at City Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday or online at www.cityofmiltonga.us.

law enforcement when they will be in an area. Sending letters to individual homes would be cost prohibitive, he added.

Morris expressed concern that this system does not give residents enough notice.

Robinson said the board plans to complete 2018 appeals by June of next year, though he acknowledged this was an “aggressive plan.” The Board of Equalization can handle 1,170 cases a week, which puts a limit on the assessor’s ability to processes cases, he said.

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octoBeR 4, 2018 2:00PM local tiMe Milton City Hall To be publicly announced at approximately 2:05PM in the Council Chambers.

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The City of Milton is requesting submittals from interested parties for a public private partnership. The request for sealed proposals for the Parks & Recreation Concession Operations for Bell Memorial Park will be posted on the following websites the week of September 13, 2018. http://www.cityofmiltonga.us or http://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/PRSapp/PR_index.jsp

This public hearing is in accordance with O.C.G.A. 36-81-5. All citizens of Milton are invited to attend.

CITY OF MILTON PUBLIC NOTICE The Mayor and Council of the City of Milton wish to notify the public of the upcoming meetings pertaining to the FY 2019 proposed Annual Operating and Capital Budget: 1.

Public Hearing: A public hearing will be held at the regularly scheduled council meeting on September 10, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. for the purpose of receiving comments on the proposed budget.

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The proposed budget will be available for review upon request at City Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The documents will also be available for viewing from the city’s website at www.cityofmiltonga.us.

A lot of them didn’t know that North Point needs service retail, like grocery stores, like a small hardware store, even a pharmacy.

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with property owners to develop a code and overlay to guide future development.

“There are a lot of design requirement,” Cook said. “When the LCI was approved, it recommended we establish an eco-district. So we’re working on the details of exactly what an eco-district should include.”

An eco-district is an urban planning method that integrates sustainable development and reduces the ecological footprint of the project.

Members of the City Council have commented that North Point is one area where high-density residential could make sense, and they have also targeted it as a possible stop for rapid transit bus service along Ga. 400.

Cook said the North Point development code and overlay could go before the Alpharetta Planning Commission as early as October for approval. The plan would then go to the City Council for NORTH POINT MALL final adoption.

ALPHARETTA, Meanwhile, the cityGEORGIA is holding regular meetings with North Point Property owners to keep the process moving.

Last month, Cook met with North Point property owners for a lunch to discuss the Livable Community Initiative.

“I had 40 people come to that meeting,” Cook said. “We had lunch for the property owners, and I gave a presentation on the North Point LCI. The leasing agents for North Point were there, so we got to talk to them about how important

it is because in the future we’re going to have all these connections to the Greenway.”

She said she hopes to make the meetings a monthly occasion.

“A lot of them didn’t know thatd e s i g n studio North Point needs service retail, like grocery stores, like a small hardware store, even a pharmacy,” Cook said.

“So those are some of the targets they should go after.”

For its next step, the city is proceeding with plans to implement an $80,000 Placemaking Grant from the Atlanta Regional Commission. The grant will help develop guidelines for creation of public spaces and the installation of public art in and around North Point Mall.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — With Avalon and City Center pretty much on auto pilot, economic development officials in Alpharetta are turning their focus to North Point for the next big revival.

The mall, office and retail area just east of Ga. 400 has taken a few hits in the past year with the closures of giant retailers Sears and Toys “R” Us. Strip malls in the area are also seeing strain, according to Kimley-Horn consultant Eric Bosman, who has been working with the city to update the area’s Livable Centers Initiative.

However, the tide may be ready to turn in light of recent announcements.

Just last month, mall owner General Growth Properties submitted rezoning plans to convert the abandoned Sears property, including the parking lot, into a mixed-use development that would include 325 apartment units, three small restaurants and green space. Plans for the 15-acre site also call for removing one lane in a section of the lot’s ring road and converting it into a multi-use trail that would include a walking and bike path with lighting.

Future plans include a nature preserve area, a community garden, other green space and pedestrian tie-ins to Encore Parkway and the Alpha Loop.

Alpharetta Community Development Director Kathi Cook said the Sears site revitalization will likely not come up before the City Council until late this year.

Right now, the city doesn’t have a finalized plan for how the area will be planned for redevelopment, she said. To that end, she added, the city is meeting

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While many remodel, economic development helps drive housing market It turns out that six years of steady growth in home values may finally be turning what would normally be a homebuyer away from the market. But don’t worry, there are plenty more on the Geoff smith way.

Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com For the last five years, my story has been the same: low inventory in the under-$400,000 market was driving prices up, and competition has been fierce.

Finally, that story is about to change.

Everyone talks about first-time homebuyers getting priced out of the market. And I can see where that is true.

But now, it seems others are getting priced out as well.

It is commonly understood that homeowner’s buy homes in 7- to 10year cycles. In fact, mortgage interest rates are loosely tied to the yield on the 10-year Treasury because of this. Well, if you bought your $350,000-house 7- to 10- years ago, you bought near the bottom of the market.

Since then, home values have gone up so fast that here you are, with a couple of company raises in hand, ready to move up. The problem is that the $550,000 houses that you want to move up to look very similar to the house you already are in.

So if you can instead use your extra money to remodel and improve the house you are in, why move?

I have seen a huge uptick in interest for our renovation loan products. We offer several, including one where we appraise the house based on the afterconstruction value and then make a loan based on that value. For conventional loans we can go up to 95 percent of that value. For FHA its 96.5 percent. I have partnered with several builders who now offer financing as one on their list of services.

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What is helping to fuel the real estate market in Atlanta is the influx of companies locating here and bringing all those jobs and homebuyers.”

Mitchell Palm Smart Real Estate Data works on a purchase as well – it does.

If your client wants their finishes to be up-to-date like in new construction, but doesn’t want to pay new construction prices, they can instead by a home built maybe 10-15 years ago and upgrade it.

They’ll get a bigger yard and a bigger house in the process. And after they close, we’ll pay the contractor to do the work.

So all of this begs the question: if existing homebuyers are tending more to staying put, and first-time homebuyers are finding it difficult, shouldn’t there be more inventory coming onto the market? I asked the expert here in Atlanta, Mitchell Palm of Smart Real Estate Data.

His short answer was “no.”

“Essentially, existing home sales are nearly flat, only up 2.0 percent through July (August data is still rolling in),” he said. “At the same time, inventories continue to go down by about 1 percent, creating a decrease in months of supply.”

Nationally, data is showing a slowdown in the housing market. A recent article in the Financial Times stated that the number of home sales in July fell 1.5 percent from the prior year. This was the fifth month in a row to show a decline.

Here in Atlanta though, we have one

thing that many cities do not: tons of businesses, and people, moving here.

“The demand is most certainly still there,” Palm said. “What is helping to fuel the real estate market in Atlanta is the influx of companies locating here and bringing all those jobs and homebuyers.”

And those new residents are helping to slow the slowdown here in Atlanta.

But all that said, many of the agents I talk to are feeling the pinch. Our industry is one where when things are good, everyone wants to become a Realtor or mortgage banker. And when it’s bad, they don’t.

So right now, we have a lot of agents with a smaller amount of deals. We’ll likely see a thinning of the industry over the next several months – Wells Fargo recently laid off 638 workers from its home mortgage division. Eventually we’ll

have the right amount of agents and bankers for the amount of work that’s available. And when the market expands, those that stuck it out will have more work than they’ll know what to do with. And they’ll ride that wave right up until everyone wants to be a Realtor or mortgage banker again.

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

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WellStar Board of Trustees Group recognizes facility names new chair, vice chair as Level II Trauma Center MARIETTA, Ga. — WellStar Health System recently announced new leadership and a new member to the WellStar Board of Trustees.

On July 1, Otis A. Brumby III, president of Times Journal, Inc., assumed the role of Brumby chair, succeeding David H. Hafner, M.D., who has served as chair of the Board for the past two years.

Additionally, O. Scott Swayze, M.D., will become vice chair.

Brumby and Swayze will each serve a two-year term in their respective roles.

Following that time, Swayze will be named chair.

As a not-for-profit health system, the 20-member WellStar Board of Trustees has created the vision and strategy focused on delivering world-class healthcare and exceeding the expectations of its patients and consumers.

The WellStar Board of Trustees also announced that James “Larry” Hornsby, M.D., a family practice physician based in Marietta, has joined the Board of Trustees. His three-year term began July 1.

ROSWELL, Ga. — WellStar North Fulton Hospital recently announced that it has been verified as a Level II Trauma Center by the Verification Review Committee, an ad hoc committee of the Committee on Trauma of the American College of Surgeons. The hospital is one of only three state-designated Level II trauma centers in metro Atlanta.

Established by the American College of Surgeons in 1987, the committee’s Consultation/Verification Program for Hospitals promotes the development of trauma centers in which participants provide not only the hospital resources necessary for trauma care, but also the entire spectrum of care to address the needs of all injured patients. This spectrum encompasses the prehospital phase through the rehabilitation process.

The verification program does not designate trauma centers. Rather, the program provides confirmation that a trauma center has demonstrated its commitment to providing the highest quality trauma care for all injured patients. The actual establishment and the designation of trauma centers is the function of local, regional, or state health care systems agencies, such as the local emergency medical services authority.

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TOUR OF HOMES

Five homes will be open to the public to view.

Roswell is a city known throughout the South for its rich history and especially for its beautiful historic homes. The 2018 tour will give people and tourists alike a rare chance to see inside some of the historic, new and restored homes that make Roswell so special. Take the tour Sept. 15, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. with parking at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell. Ticket prices are $30 per person. For more information and tickets, visit www.roswellhistoricalsociety.org.

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events: MASTER NATURALIST CLASSES What: The program developed by the UGA Cooperative Extension Service is a combination of lectures and outside hands-on learning through field studies.

When: Sept. 14-Nov. 2, times vary Where: Forsyth County Extension Office, 875 Lanier 400 Parkway, Ste. 158, Cumming Cost: $200 More info and registration: fcmasternaturalists.com

SATURDAY BRUNCH LECTURE What: Barrington Hall hosts lectures on the Civil War and other areas of interest to local residents. This lecture will focus on “Civil War Medicine,”

by Stephen Davis.

When: Saturday, Sept. 15, 10 a.m.-noon Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $5 suggested donation More info: roswellgov.com

HOME SCHOOL ADVENTURES What: Homeschool lessons based on nationally recognized curriculum.

This topic is “Johnny Appleseed.” Ages 6-11.

When: Friday, Sept. 14, 10 a.m.

Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $25 for members, $30 for nonmembers More info and registration: autreymill.org

CAREER AND COLLEGE PLANNING JOB FAIR What: Join for an opportunity to connect with members of metro-Atlanta community for internship, volunteer and career opportunities. Bring resume.

When: Saturday, Sept. 15, 1 p.m.

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

ADAPTIVE RECREATION DANCE NIGHT What: Join for an evening of pizza, drinks, DJ Sammy and fun.

Parents are encouraged to drop off young adults to enjoy the dance.

15 and older.

When: Friday, Sept. 14, 7 p.m.

Where: Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: $12, pay at gate More info: johnscreekga.gov

SCREENWRITING FORUM What: Apex Screenwriting will offer a workshop about Georgia screenwriting business. Learn about pay scale, business practices, breaking into the business and starting a career.

When: Saturday, Sept. 15, 10:30 a.m.

Where: Northeast Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org or 770-360-8820

EUROPEAN MARKET ON MILTON AVENUE What: A two-day European-style shopping experience with merchandise including art, handcrafted jewelry, vintage furnishings and decor.

Admission and parking are free.

When: Saturday, Sept. 15, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 16, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Where: 35 Milton Avenue, Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharetta.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: Monday, Sept. 17, 7-8 p.m.

Where: DecisionPoint Wellness Center, 1070 State Bridge Road, Suite 6, Johns Creek More info: smartrecovery.org GROW YOUR OWN HERBAL TEA What: Join CNC Horticulturist, Julie Hollingsworth-Hogg, to discover how to create your own unique tea blends by growing and drying your own herbs. Advanced registration required.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 18, 10 a.m.-noon Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers More info and registration: chattnaturecenter. org or 770-992-2055.

SHADE GARDENING WORKSHOP What: Master Gardeners explain how to work successfully with different types of shade and discuss various trees, shrubs, perennials and ground covers to consider.

Where: Bill Johnson Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell; Alpharetta Engineering Public Works Department, 1790 Hembree Road, Alpharetta When: Tuesday, Sept. 18, 7-8:30 p.m. in Roswell; Wednesday, Sept. 19, 7-8:30 p.m. in Alpharetta More info and registration: nfmg.net WEDNESDAY MORNING NETWORKING What: Join for networking every Wednesday morning.

When: Wednesday, Sept. 19, 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 AARP DRIVER SAFETY What: What this six-hour course will teach defensive driving techniques and strategies along with an overview of the current Georgia driving laws. Bring lunch.

When: Wednesday, Sept. 15, 8:45 a.m.

Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: $15 for members, $20 for non-members More info: johnscreekga.gov/parkplace

MILTON WINE FESTIVAL DINNER 2018 What: Enjoy a five wines with a four-course meal benefiting Children’s Charities. Tickets include all food and drink.

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

Location: Milton Restaurant, 800 Mayfield Road, Milton Cost: $150 per person More info: miltonwinefestival.com WEDNESDAY EVENING LECTURE What: This lecture focuses on “The War Outside My Window: The Civil War Diary of LeRoy Wiley Gresham,” by Janet Croon.

When: Wednesday, Sept. 19, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $5 suggested donation More info: roswellgov.com GARDEN TOUR MONDAYS What: Enjoy a free 30-minute tour of the gardens and historic plants on the grounds of Barrington Hall.

When: Every Monday, through Sept. 24, 9:30 a.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com SPEAKER FROM SYRIA What: Dr. Mary Mikael, an international peacekeeper from Syria will speak during World Communion Sunday.

When: Sunday, Oct. 7, 4:30-10 p.m.

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

HEALTH AND FITNESS: ZUMBA GOLD (FLEX) What: Combines the international rhythms of the Zumba Gold program with the strength training techniques, creating an easy-tofollow, health-boosting dance fitness program.

When: Friday, Sept. 14, 10:30 a.m.

Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Moe info: johnscreekga.gov/parkplace TEAM MAGGIE 5K/10K What: This flat course runs along the Chattahoochee River and is a Peachtree Road Race qualifier. Goodies, T-shirts and awards available. Proceeds help people with cancer.

When: Saturday, 15, 7:30-10 a.m.

Where: Kings Court Chapel, 9435 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: $35 More info and registration: teammaggieforacure.org IRONKIDS TRIATHLON What: IronKids Alpharetta allows children ages 6 to 15 to test their strength with a swim, bike and run competition.

When: Saturday, Sept. 15, noon – 5 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 16, 7:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Wills Park pool, 1815 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharetta.com

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Week 4 football recap

Cambridge, St. Francis earn first wins of 2018

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com Class 7A Roswell 21, West Forsyth 17 Roswell remained undefeated (3-0) to start its 2018 campaign by defeating West Forsyth in a battle of Class 7A heavyweights.

The Hornets offense got off to a fast start with a pass from Ethan Roberts to Jacob Jarrett setting Roswell up with first-and-goal. Kamonty Jett then put Roswell on the board with a two-yard touchdown rush.

Roswell extended its lead just three minutes later after blocking a West Forsyth punt and scoring on a John Copenhaver end-around. West Forsyth cut the gap on its ensuing drive with a 44-yard pass from Casey Cowart.

Both teams found the end zone again before the half to put the score at 21-14, but a 26-yard field goal from West Forsyth late in the third was the final score of the contest.

Roswell recovered a West Forsyth fumble at midfield with under a minute remaining to secure the win.

West Forsyth dropped to 0-3.

Class 6A Cambridge 16, Dunwoody 14 Cambridge began its Region 7-AAAAAA slate with its first win of the season and third straight win over Dunwoody Friday night. However, it was unlike the two previous meetings where the Bears won by an average of 25 points.

Cambridge trailed Dunwoody 7-6 at the half, their score coming on a 56-yard touchdown pass from Stratton Tripp to Jake Mcilvain, but took the lead in the second half.

The Bears built a 16-7 lead in the third quarter on a Tripp rush and a 33yard field goal from Jack Tindle.

The Wildcats attempted to mount a comeback and scored with under two

minutes remaining. However, the Bears quelled Dunwoody’s hopes by recovering the onside kick and running out the clock.

Cambridge continues region play on Sept. 14 at home against Centennial.

Centennial 35, Pope 28 Centennial prevailed Friday night in a battle of 2017 Region 7-AAAAAA playoff teams.

Centennial found the end zone on its opening two possessions with touchdowns from Drake Mason and Cal Dickie. After Pope cut the gap to 14-7, Centennial’s Richard Shaw blocked a Greyhounds punt and returned it for a touchdown.

Dickie scored late in the third quarter to give Centennial a 28-14 lead, but Pope responded with two unanswered scores. However, Centennial’s defense kept Pope at bay the remainder of the contest.

Centennial closed out the scoring with a 60-yard touchdown pass from Max Brosmer to Freddie Fairley with five minutes remaining.

The Knights have won all three meetings of the programs since they joined Region 7-AAAAAAA. Class 4A Blessed Trinity 38, Benedictine 7 Blessed Trinity completed its arduous non-region schedule with an unblemished record (4-0) after a lopsided win over Benedictine, one of the topranked Class 3A teams.

Ohio State commit Steele Chambers rushed for four touchdowns and recovered a fumble to lead the Titans.

BT opened a 24-0 halftime lead, with three Chambers’ touchdowns and a long field goal from Ethan Chauvin.

After a lengthy lightning delay, BT’s defense continued to stymie Benedictine.

The Cadets’ only score of the game came in the final two minutes with the

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Chambers added another score in the third and Brendan Hunt found the end zone in the final frame.

Blessed Trinity has a bye before beginning Region 7-AAAA play against West Hall on Sept. 21.

St. Francis 40, Lakeview Academy 0 St. Francis earned its first win of the Frank Barden era on the road against Lakeview Academy. The matchup was the final non-region game for the Knights (1-2, 0-1).

The Knights led 13-0 at the half and extended the margin on two touchdown passes from Joshua James to Isiah Wadsworth and Jai Smith. Alex Belin returned an interception 75 yards for a score in the fourth to seal the win.

St. Francis’ shutout was just their second since September 2014.

After a bye week, St. Francis will turn its attention to region play against Whitefield Academy on Sept. 21.

In Memoriam

George Eddie Morris

Surrounded by his family, George Eddie Morris, of Westminster, CO passed away peacefully on August 11, 2018. George was the son of Randall and Edith Morris of Cumming, GA. He is survived by his wife Patricia, daughter Kristin (Brian), granddaughters Isabel and Cordelia, brother Dan, nephew David, niece Amanda, and grand nephews Gabriel, Pierson and grand niece Amelia.

George earned a degree in physics from Oglethorpe University in Atlanta; and enjoyed a 34 year career at Ball Aerospace in Boulder Colorado. He was the 1999 recipient of the Gabe Award; an annual award given to one individual for outstanding achievement in spite of great and frustrating obstacles. His positive attitude, patience, pleasant manner and ability to deliver as promised were an

inspiration to his colleagues, and he retired as Director of Test Operations.

George loved to create and build.

Over the years family and friends were gifted with handmade wood furniture. He enjoyed many other hobbies including metal working and photography. He developed and built custom large format cameras for several well known photographic artists. His motto: “Anything is possible, all it takes is time and money!”

In retirement years George and Pat enjoyed extensive travel and visits with family and friends. George lived life to its fullest, determined to succeed, thrive and enjoy life, in spite of major health issues. He will be sorely missed by his family and friends. A celebration of life is planned for later this Fall.

DEATH NOTICES Lee Burdett, 94, of Johns Creek, GA, passed away August 27, 2018. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Donald O. Burkhardt, 85, of Roswell, passed away August 25, 2018.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

George Chen, 90, of Atlanta, passed away August 29, 2018. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Carol Audrey Hagle, 81, of Roswell, passed September 2, 2018. Arrangements

by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Winston Ramdath, 54, of Alpharetta, passed away August 27, 2018.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Edward W. Edmondson, 82, of Roswell, passed away August 31, 2018.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Louis Loncaric, 82, of Roswell, GA, passed away September 1, 2018. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Varkey K. Titus, 72, of Milton, passed away September 3, 2018. Arrangements

by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

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E/O/E; DFW Part-time HOUSEKEEPER 2 days/week. $13/ hour. Milton area.

English-speaking non-smoker with transportation.

References. 770442-5538 FRONT DESK Doctors office. Computer experience. Pleasant team player. Positive attitude.

Alpharetta/ Roswell.

Resume: medoffice123@gmail. com

Sales

Garage Sale ALPHARETTA Multi family.

Wills Commons Subdivision; Marietta Street and Old Milton Parkway 30009. Friday 9/14 and Saturday 9/15, 8AM-1PM. ROSWELL 235 Portsmouth Court.

Saturday 9/15, Sunday 9/16, 9AM-3PM. Furniture, household, clothes, golf, tools, more!

Furniture, Antiques, Art, LPs, Power Tools, Kitchen, Office, etc. 9/15 9am-4pm, 105 Timbertown Ct. Stonehaven/JC

Moving Sale MILTON White Columns Subdivision; 720 Hallbrook Court.

Saturday 9/15, 9am-2pm. Bedroom furniture, tools, desk, miscellaneous

Bargains Furniture SLEIGH BED, cherry/ mahogany queen, Downsizing.

Excellent condition! Pictures on request. $499. 404-7884676 BEDROOM SUITE: Exquisite ash contemporary modern. Tallboy dresser, mirrored dresser (60” wide), headboard with side drawers, double bed $5000. 404-750-3329

Garage Sale

MAPLE DINING ROOM HUTCH, $200. 770-7534367

ALPHARETTA DeerLake Subdivision Annual Neighborhood Sale, 40+ homes! 5300 Deerlake Drive 30005.

Entrances off 141 and McGinnis Ferry. Friday 9/14 AND Saturday 9/15, 8AM-2PM. Furniture, clothing, toys,trampoline,golf cart and so much more! This will be huge; don’t miss it!

MAPLE DINING ROOM HUTCH, $200. 770-7534367 FREE-Sofa bed, queen size, good mattress. Royal blue. You haul. 812-2431575

Furniture

Recreation

BEIGE LEATHER CHAIR with footstool, good condition $100. 770-6406250

RADIO CONTROLLED AIRCRAFT: 8-scale PT-17 Stearman $225. AT-6 North American Trainer, retractable landing gear & flaps $225. Amphibian float plane $125. Quarterscale aircraft Piper J-3, fuel classic aircraft scale $900.

Carbon Cub quarter-scalefuel $900. Quarter-scale Champion Citbra, flaps $1150. Many many more! All mint, uncrashed condition; as new. 770-354-7340

POTTERY BARN SUMNER TABLE - 6 WYNN CHAIRS-2 LEAVES Overall 76”x40” Extends to 120” $900 WINGBACK CHAIRS-2: wooden frame, need to be recovered $50/both. 770640-6250 TEAK DINING-ROOM SUITE: Danish modern, 6-table setting, 80” wide hutch, 32” wide bar on rollers $5000. 404-7503329.

DINING ROOM SUITE; Crystal and China.. Mint condition. $750. 770-9934065 DINING ROOM TABLE, glass top, cherry inlay, 6 covered roll-back chairs $800. 404-889-3233

Like new folding Ping Pong Table on wheels. Nets and paddles included. $100 Call 678-458-8005

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Miscellaneous

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Cemetery

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Cemetery

Financial

GREENLAWN-ROSWELL garden of Fountains, Lots 24C, 3 and 4. $7500.both negotiable. 770475-7624

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Open and close graves being paid for. Price $8000.

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Health & Medical

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404-889-3233 YA M A H A kids’ 4-WHEELER $100. 404889-3233 CROCS: Brand-new aqua Dansko womans 7-1/2/8, $60 (Originally $128). 678663-5953 STROLLERS $40. 404889-3233

Business Services

FRIGIDAIRE FREEZER $125. 404-889-3233

Business Opportunity

CHRISTMAS DECOR: White bear 23”wX36”h, $125. 770-855-9772 POLARIS Kids’ 4-Wheeler $100. 404-889-3233 TOBI STEAMER: $156.

770-855-9772

Musical Instruments PIANO, Baby Grand: Elegant case, matching bench; warm, rich tone.

Sacrifice $1650 obo. 678445-3654

HAMMOCK STAND, 15’, good condition. $50. 770640-6250

Recreation

CHERRY HUNT TABLE with mirror, $700. 404-8893233

GHEENOE, 12’: good condition, great for fishing, $500 OBO, 404-374-9063

OPEN HUTCH, solid cherry/brass. $400. 770753-4367

BOSE RADIO, good condition $75. 770-640-6250

TheUPSStore Multiple Locations in North Metro each with 400K+ revenue.

125K+ cash flow. Growth Opportunity.

Motivated Sellers.

Financing Available.

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SERVICE DIRECTORY Cleaning Services

Driveway

Gutters

Home Improvement

Roofing

ESTATE HOME CLEAN UP Divorcing?

Loved one going into senior care?

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

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

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

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

Finegan Home Improvements LLC: License #RBQA004932.

R e m o d e l i n g , handyman. 32 years experience. Basements finished, decks, screen porches, doors, drywall, painting, flooring, custom kitchens, bathrooms.

All insurance. Paul Finegan 404-353-5611

STORM DAMAGE. Free roof inspections.

All major insurance companies. Licensed, insured. Hunter Roofing; Herb 404-4340838

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

Concrete/Asphalt

WE FIX UGLY DRIVEWAYS AND PATIOS.

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

Residential or Commercial.

Call for FREE estimate.

Ask for Dave McKemey. 678-6482010.

Professional, competitive, many local references.

Electricians Anything electrical including new installs, repairs, designs, consulting, troubleshooting & wi-fi cameras for all your security needs. Terry @770-449-4959

Flooring PHILLIPS FLOORING Hardwood, laminate, carpet & tile installation and repairs. We do tile floors, showers, tub surrounds and kitchen back-splashes.

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

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

Carpet wrinkles removed! Call today for estimate! 706-429-4453

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

Excellent References. 404-8950260

Kitchen,

Bath:

Plumbing, Electrical Drywall; Other Repairs/Installations.

Home Maintenance.

Senior discounts and affordable rates! 20 years experience. Mike 678-986-4833 RELIABLE HOME REPAIRS: 22 years experience.

References.

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

Free estimates! 770-6050340 TRS HANDYMAN SERVICES Carpentry, Painting, Electrical and MORE Excellent References.

Call Tanner, 404-9077646 or email swayne.tanner28@ gmail.com FREE ESTIMATES

Haulers

Deck OUTBACK DECK INC Composite decks/ Hardwood decks/ Porches by design.

Life HappensOutback!

If you can dream it,we can build it!

678-262-4113 OutBackDeck.net

Install & refinish hardwood floors; laminate; LVT vinyl tile.

14 years experience.

Bush Hogging, Clearing, Grading, Hauling, Etc.

404-494-6296

Call Ralph Rucker

finelineflooringllc.com

Many local references-

678-898-7237

Phillips Home Improvement We offer drywall, painting, carpentry, plumbing and electrical.

Basements finished, kitchen and bath rehabs.

All types flooring. Also total home rehab for those who have a rental house or one to sell.

Call 678-887-1868 for a free estimate

Landscaping

Full Service LANDSCAPING Company Capable of doing your job – grading, hauling and tree service.

Ralph Rucker

678-898-7237 Masonry HARDSCAPE SPECIALIST Stone and Paver Patios Outdoor Fireplaces Outdoor Kitchens Covered Decks and Patios, Fire-pits Landscaping StoneAgeStonescapes 678-923-3435 www.stoneagerocks. com

Pinestraw PINESTRAW, mulch delivery/installation available.

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

770-831-3612.

Tree Services 404Cuttree. One of the most experienced and reliable tree companies in North Atlanta. Perfect reviews and reliable, professional, and honest service. Free quotes. Fully insured.

770Tree.com 678-5060006 Yellow Ribbon Tree.

Near perfect reviews and award-winning service. Hands on owner. Free estimates and insured. 770Tree. com 770-744-2200 and ask for Gary.

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In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer employment but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license identification or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it’s illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in U.S. dollars.

800 numbers may or may not reach Canada.

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RAS Cutting Services Call Ralph

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15975 Manor Club Drive - Gated Estate on 2.69 acres New Price $1,999,995

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1990 Drummond Pond - Peaceful Retreat in North Valley on 3.4+ acres New Price $950,000

775 Owens Lake Road - Beautiful Southern Living in Six Hills New Price $1,349,000

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16088 Freemanville Road - Renovated Chic Urban Farmhouse on 2 acres New Price $799,000

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205 Aylesford Court - Southern Living in Oak Ridge on 182 Triple Crown Court - Like New Construction 4 Sided Brick Home in the Cul-de-sac - New listing $849,000 the Green - New Listing $549,900

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