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MILTON, Ga. — An Alpharetta woman was cited for disorderly conduct after allegedly attempting to steal a 3-pack of thong underwear and a pair of slipper boots at the Milton Walmart Nov. 6.

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Local woman loses $700 from online puppy scam ALPHARETTA, Ga. — An Alpharetta woman called police Nov. 12 after she realized she was tricked into paying $700 for a puppy that doesn’t exist.

The woman found the puppy online and contacted the breeder about purchasing the animal. She paid the $700 through a payment app called Zelle.

After paying, the woman asked the breeder if she could stop by to see the puppy before going on vacation. While she was en route to the breeder’s house, she got a message that he wouldn’t be home.

The woman said she continued to the house anyway since she was very close and found that the house was vacant and listed for sale. She then had trouble contacting the breeder again.

The woman said she realized at that point that she had been scammed and called police.

Man reports phone scam involving Social Security MILTON, Ga. — A man told police he suspects he was the victim of an attempted scam after receiving a call from a person claiming to be with the Social Security Administration office.

The Milton resident said he received

a call from a woman who said she worked at a Social Security office in Maryland and that the man’s application had been suspended because he was wanted in Texas for drug charges. The caller said the man needed to provide his Social Security number, birthdate, full name, home address and phone number to move forward with his application. She also advised the man to remove all funds from his bank account and claimed police and Social Security staff would be at the man’s home the next day.

No one showed up to the man’s house.

The victim’s wife told police her husband only gave the caller the last four digits of his Social Security number but did reveal the other requested information.

At the time of the report, the man had not encountered any financial loss.

Man selling pine straw reports armed customer MILTON, Ga. — A man selling pine straw told police an agitated customer pulled out a gun and pushed it into his chest recently.

The merchant said the customer became angry with the quality of the product, so he attempted to drive away.

He told police the customer blocked his truck, seemed “jumpy” and had his hands in his pockets.

The merchant said the customer then pulled a handgun, possibly a revolver, out of his pocket and pressed it against his chest for around two seconds before walking away and into a wooded area.

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the customer who said he became upset with the pine straw because it was not the proper amount. He said he pulled out a large, black flashlight from his pocket but never pointed it at the pine straw seller.

The man declined to allow officers to search his home for the flashlight and said he does own several firearms, including a revolver and small pistol.

Because of conflicting stories, no evidence and no witnesses, the customer was not charged with any crime, according to the police report.

Man sees suspect leave after eatery catches fire ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police are investigating a possible arson that took place Nov. 11 at the closed McDonalds on South Main Street.

The man called 911 after seeing smoke coming from the closed building and stayed to talk with police.

He told officers that shortly after he called 911, he saw a suspect quickly walking away toward Wills Park. The suspect then threw some objects in the air before continuing down a park trail.

Police traced the subject’s path and found two McDonalds gift cards with fingerprints on them.

Man flees crash scene after police run check ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police are searching for a man who ran from a Nov. 13 car crash site after determining he had

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Milton City Council denies Hopewell rezoning

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — The Milton City Council voted unanimously to deny a request to rezone 47-acres on Hopewell Road from rural residential to medium density residential at its Nov. 16 meeting.

The council extended the public hearing period twice to accommodate around 50 residents who spoke out against the rezoning, but officials needed far less time to reach a decision to deny the request.

The applicant and landowner, Kai Chang Su, requested the rezoning and presented a site plan for 73 homes between the Vickery Crest and Brookshade subdivisions. Residents of the two communities had shared strong opposition to the plan since its first presentation at a Community Zoning Information Meeting in September.

Many residents cited concerns of a decrease in home values, preserving

Ninety percent of the comments I’ve heard tonight have been about keeping the site AG-1. We can’t agree to that.”

Joshua Scoggins Applicant’s attorney Milton’s rural character, safety and environmental hazards for their opposition.

Neighboring residents also spoke against the lot sizes of the proposed development, which were not congruent with 23 properties in Brookshade and nine lots in Vickery Crest.

The city’s Design Review Board, Planning Commission and city staff recom-

mended denial for the rezoning. The site is designated agricultural, equestrian, estate residential in the city’s future land use map. City staff recommended denial in part for the site’s future designation.

The applicant’s attorney, Joshua Scoggins, argues that the AAE designation was unconstitutional considering many of the surrounding properties are zoned medium residential.

“It is not fair to one family when all the surrounding properties are zoned residential on sewer,” Scoggins said.

The attorney said the property owner had the foresight to include a sewer easement when an adjacent neighborhood was being developed before the city’s incorporation and had always planned to develop the site.

Scoggins also argued that an attempt was made to redraw the site plan to match the lot sizes of the adjacent homes in Brookshade and Vickery Crest, but the Planning Commission denied his

request to table the case.

The applicant is open to adjusting the site plan, Scoggins said, but will not consider developing the site under its current zoning.

“Ninety percent of the comments I’ve heard tonight have been about keeping the site AG-1,” Scoggins said. “We can’t agree to that.”

In its presentation, city staff said the site may have a reasonable use under its current zoning and recommended denial for a variance to delete a 25-foot stream buffer.

In other action at the meeting, Carol Cookerly was sworn-in to fill the empty District 1/Post 2 seat on the council.

The seat was vacated early this year by Burt Hewitt who moved outside of Milton. Cookerly ran unopposed in the Nov. 6 general election.

Milton also approved a measure to remove Allegion Sanitation from its list of approved waste haulers due to noncompliance with the city’s regulations.

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Milton cuts ties with waste hauler

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com

MILTON, Ga. — Milton residents who receive trash pickup from Allegiance Sanitation will soon need to switch providers.

The hauler has been out of compliance with its contract with the city by failing to pay a portion of receipts for maintenance fees, according to city staff. The City Council voted Nov. 19 to remove the company from its list of approved waste haulers.

Allegiance will be removed from the Milton’s list of 13 approved waste haulers on Jan. 1, 2019.

Waste haulers providing service within the city are required to pay a maintenance fee of 5 percent of gross receipts from customers within Milton. Allegiance has not made a quarterly payment since June 2017, city officials said.

The company has also failed to provide the city with proof of insurance, a more troubling infraction for City Manager Steve Krokoff.

“They have to provide proof of insurance, and this company has had catastrophic issues in the past,” Krokoff said at the Nov. 19 City Council meeting. “I just want to make sure they are insured and we are properly protecting the members of the community and those on the road.”

The city made a formal request for proof of insurance from Allegiance this summer, but it has still not received the documentation.

MILTON, Ga. — Milton will ring in the holidays with three upcoming events to celebrate the season.

Broadwell Pavilion will host Christmas in Crabapple/Tree Lighting this Thursday, and Chanukah in Milton takes place Dec. 6. Milton Fire Department’s annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa is next Saturday.

The holiday events begin with the

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10th annual Christmas in Crabapple hosted by the city and the Crabapple Community Association.

“It’s meaningful to have community traditions that grow and evolve as the city does,” said Courtney Spriggs, Milton’s Community Outreach director.

“Christmas in Crabapple and Tree Lighting is a great example of that.”

The event also adds to the sense of community.

“Shared experiences like the ones at Christmas in Crabapple and Tree Lighting — seeing Santa, hearing friends singing with their school group and sipping hot chocolate with your neighbors — build the community connections that makes Milton a great hometown,” Spriggs said.

The event features photos with Santa

by Blencoe & Co Photographic Arts beginning at 2 p.m. Crafts, cocoa, s’mores and performances from the choirs of local schools highlight the event.

The Milton Tree Lighting begins at 5:30 p.m. with an address from Mayor Joe Lockwood ahead of a performance

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City staff is currently drafting a course of action for any customers who have paid Allegiance for service beyond New Year’s Day. City staff has also received multiple complaints from customers, including from residents who were charged a cancellation fee without prior notice. Other grievances involved unpredictable pickups or failure to conduct trash service.

Finance Director Bernadette Harvill said two homeowners’ associations have cut ties with the company due to complaints. City staff is currently drafting a course of action for any customers who have paid Allegiance for service beyond New Year’s Day. Residential customers can still receive trash service from the following companies: • Advanced Disposal (formerly CWS) • American Disposal Services • Custom Disposal • GW Lovelace • Henry Edward Kincaid • Republic Services • Sanitation Solutions • Waste Management

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Fulton schools top employees, business partners honored NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Approximately 1,000 employees, business partners and guests gathered Nov. 8 to recognize Fulton County Schools’ top employees and business partners from among the system’s 105 schools.

Held annually at the Georgia World Congress Center, the event formally honors the top employees selected from each school and the overall top teachers and administrators.

Kiana Pinckney from Palmetto Elementary School is Fulton County Schools’ Teacher of the Year, while Dr. Duke Bradley of Banneker High School was selected as the district’s Principal of the Year.

Mayra Alicea of Vickery Mill Elementary School is the School Professional of the Year, and Sakha Reed of the Administrative Center is the Support Professional of the Year.

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​Elementary schools Abbotts Hill Alpharetta Barnwell Birmingham Falls Cogburn Woods Crabapple Crossing Creek View Dolvin Findley Oaks Hembree Springs Hillside Esther Jackson Lake Windward Manning Oaks Medlock Bridge Mimosa Mountain Park New Prospect Northwood Ocee River Eves Roswell North Shakerag State Bridge Crossing Summit Hill Sweet Apple Vickery Mill Wilson Creek Middle schools Autrey Mill Crabapple Elkins Pointe Haynes Bridge Holcomb Bridge Hopewell Northwestern River Trail Taylor Road Webb Bridge High schools Alpharetta Cambridge Centennial Chattahoochee Independence Johns Creek Milton Northview Roswell

Teacher of the year Kristin Zbikowski Georgia Lister Samantha Weaver Sarah Jett Emily Wilcox Alisa Dallas Stephanie Kohler Jennifer Shaffer Lisa Kaltenbaugh (Joan) Michell Philpott Lynn Shebat Mary Ohlrich Rachel Coon-Arnott Katie Kinsey Brenda Usher Gina Brewer Bethany Corson Diana Zarzour Denise Healy Jennifer Winklmann Katie Snyder EB Blount Amber Allman Darlene Matthews Natalie Simonton Deidre Kinoshita Morgan Tew Ashley Pence Teacher of the year Marisa Wesker Liz Speaks Emory Johnson Jennifer Kosciow Allen “Clay” Thomason Emily Skrobko Janie Copple Amy Palermo Amanda Mobley Sarah Boltz Teacher of the year Katherine Rozei Renee Jerome John Domville Alyssa Martin Anna Standish Jordan Smith Lisa Silverman Camille Janess Emily Kennedy

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Fulton Schools police department continues to grow Safety committee recommends 16 new officers

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — The Fulton School System will invest nearly $2.4 million next year to ramp up school safety measures across the district, primarily in the areas of additional personnel and resources.

The new initiatives were recommended by a School Safety Advisory Committee composed of parents, Fulton School staff and public safety personnel from throughout the region, which met this fall.

The recommendations are in addition to the slew of safety enhancements

implemented by the district over the past several years.

Based on the advisory committee findings, the Fulton School Board agreed to hire 16 additional school police officers to augment the existing police force of nearly 70 sworn officers.

The department will also add 10 additional campus security officers and establish an online mental health resource center for students.

Associate Superintendent Patrick Burke said the majority of the funds invested in these new initiatives will be permanent expenses, adding about $1.6 million to the annual school budget. The remaining funds will be a “one time”

expense of approximately $800,000 for new police vehicles, equipment and gear for the officers.

Burke noted the School Safety Advisory Committee met four times over 90 days to review the existing safety processes and make recommendations for safety enhancements.

“The committee basically conducted a “gap analysis” of where we are and where we want to be and what [resources] we need to get there,” Burke said.

With the threat of school shootings and violence dominating the education conversation, school officials are reacting with additional funds to mitigate the threats.

Fulton Schools has invested millions in school safety initiatives primar-

ily funded through the one-cent Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, going back to 2012 when school entry protocols were enhanced.

Since then, the system has made school safety a priority for funding in the classrooms, the buses and other areas.

This year, enhanced cameras – with the capability of facial recognition – were installed in area high schools and can be directly accessed by local law enforcement.

The cameras will eventually be rolled out to all schools.

The system has steadily added new police officers, making the Fulton County School Police Department among the largest departments in the state and one of the few with SWAT-trained officers.

School calendars give students longer summer break

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — After years of start dates in the opening days of August, the Fulton County Board of Education is poised to approve calendars which resume classes in the second week of August.

Next year classes will resume on Aug. 12, followed by an Aug. 10 start for the 2020-21 school year. Classes will still end before the Memorial Day holiday.

This year, school was back in session on Aug. 6 – the earliest start ever for Fulton Schools.

Fulton School officials said the proposed calendars continue the trend of a

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Ending the first semester before Winter Break has long been a priority for parents, especially those with kids in high school, so that students can take final exams before the long break.

The calendars also include Election Day in November as a day off for student, which was piloted this school year for the first time.

Superintendent Jeff Rose appointed a Calendar Committee to develop calendar recommendations using input collected

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How to drive like a local (welcome to North Fulton) Note: This fun column was mailed to Appen Media Group anonymously. Our staff enjoyed it and, as the writer asked us to publish it, we thought we would. Since the author didn’t sign it, and since the letter (snail mail) that it came in had a “Mr. Rogers” stamp on it, we are going to offer this funny, anonymous writer a pen name — “Mr. (or Ms.) Rogers.”

Here you go: This was inspired by Mr. Appen’s editorial about what Alpharetta wants to be when it grows up. If you are new to the North Fulton area and want to fit in with your fellow drivers, here are a few tips: Speed limit: Just ignore the numbers on the signs, as they are just suggestions and have nothing to do with safe driving conditions or your superb car-handling skills. The only real limit on your speed is the car in front of you that you are tailgating. So if you want to go 85 in a school zone, parking lot, your own subdivision, or any other road, and the coast is clear, go ahead and floor it.

Speaking of tailgating, you are actually just drafting. In this age of climate change, you are really being environmentally responsible and cutting down on carbon emissions by riding in the slipstream of the car in front of you.

Traffic lights: Green means go the exact nanosecond the light turns green, so that you do not keep the people behind you waiting (unless you are checking you phone, then take all the time you need). But for your own safety’s sake, please wait for all the cross traffic to stop running their red light. Yellow means speed up so that you can make the light and not lose the 3 seconds out of your life to the next green light. Red should mean stop, but you can treat it as still being green, as long as the traffic that has the green light has not started going through the intersection.

Turn signals: You don’t have to use them, because if you do, the driver in the other lane may accelerate and cut you off to prevent you from getting in front of them. In fact, it seems that working turn signals are now an optional package when purchasing a new vehicle. So please, when you are buying your expensive car, spend a few more dollars for the turn signals and learn

how to use them.

Did I mention that no cars older than 2017 and costing less than $60,000 are allowed in North Fulton unless they are being used by a service person with credentials?

Stop signs: Feel free to treat them as yield signs. The other cars will recognize how important you are and get out of your way. This is especially true when turning right at a stop sign or a red light. Just keep right on going. Besides, yielding is for wimps.

Cyclists and pedestrians: Treat them as moving speed bumps. They have no business being on the road anyway and slowing you down for 2-3 seconds. Rather than waiting until you can pass safely, just accelerate and force them or the oncoming traffic to slow down or go off the road.

If you recognize any of your behavior in the above, please take a deep breath and realize that the world will not end if you choose to be more responsible on the road.

So slow down, leave early so that you are not in so much of a hurry, stop and yield when necessary and be courteous to others. We all have to coexist in an increasingly busy and crowded city. If enough people take this to heart, we can together make North Fulton a much nicer place to live and play.

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Early voting begins for run-off election

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Fulton County will offer five days of early voting for the Dec. 4 general election runoff. The early voting will run Monday, Nov. 26 to Friday, Nov. 30 from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Except for some local races, candidates running for office in Georgia must secure the majority of votes to win.

When no candidate receives a majority on the first ballot, there is a runoff between the two receiving the most votes.

At the top of the ballot is the race for Secretary of State, the race to replace Governor-elect Brian Kemp.

Republican candidate Brad Raffensperger has served as a Johns Creek City Council member and as the state representative for District 50, which includes most of the city.

Democrat candidate John Barrow was the U.S. Representative from 2005 to 2015 for Georgia’s 12th Congressional District, which includes Augusta, and at the time of his initial election included Savannah and Athens.

Statewide, Raffensperger received 49.1 percent of the vote, with Barrow taking 48.7 percent and Libertarian Smyth Duval earning 2.2 percent. In Fulton County, Barrow was the favorite, taking 69.9 percent to Raffensperger’s 27.3 percent.

There will also be a runoff for public service commissioner between incumbent Republican Chuck Eaton and Democrat Lindy Miller.

Citizens registered to vote in Fulton County can cast ballots at any of the county’s 15 early voting locations Nov. 26 to Nov. 30 regardless of their election day polling place. Voters can check their registration status and poll location at www.mvp.sos.ga.gov.

Early voting will be offered at the following locations: • Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta 30009 • East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell • Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Milton 30009 • Robert E. Fulton Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek 30005 The Roswell Library at 115 Norcross Street is undergoing renovations and will not be open to early voting this year.

In the general election, 425,000 votes were cast in Fulton County, 16,000 fewer than in the 2016 presidential election. More than 60 percent of registered voters cast a ballot, and 150,000 citizens voted early.

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Break: Continued from Page 8 from the community to help guide the decision.

Most of the findings from the parent survey were included in the committee’s recommendations, with a later start date and exams before the Winter Break as the top concerns. Parents also wanted more four-day weekends and fewer full release days.

The Fulton School Board is expected to approve the two calendars during its December board meeting.

The likelihood the Georgia Legislature may take up the issue of a state law mandating a later start date for school systems appears dim this session.

Although the measure has strong support from some legislators and the Georgia tourism industry, a series of public forums across the state this fall showed most districts want to keep the decision of a school start a local one.

Events: Continued from Page 4 by the Milton High School choir as the tree is lit.

The city has also partnered with Chabad of North Fulton for Chanukah in Milton on Dec. 6 from 5:30-6:30 p.m.

The event features a menorah lighting, Chanukah snacks, entertainment for kids and music.

On Dec. 8, Fire Station 43 will host the Pancake Breakfast with Santa from 8-10 a.m. Milton firefighters will serve up tasty flapjacks and give tours of the station. Santa will be in attendance and unwrapped toys will be accepted for North Fulton Community Charities’ Santa Shop Toy Drive. No reservations are required.

For more information about the events, visit cityofmiltonga.us.com or contact Courtney Spriggs at Courtney. spriggs@cityofmiltonga.us.

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Record store scores a big hit on Black Friday

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Comeback Vinyl in downtown Alpharetta saw around-thecorner lines on Black Friday, thanks to its participation in Record Store Day. Since 2008, independent record stores across the world have come together for one Saturday in April and on Black Friday to promote the vinyl industry by selling releases exclusively pressed for that day. Some feature new music, while others are unique reissues, but these releases can only be purchased at brick-and-mortar, privatelyowned record stores.

“You can’t buy them on Amazon or at Barnes and Noble,” said Karen Vernon, co-owner of Comeback Vinyl. “People come out to get these records, record collectors do, because once they’re gone, they’re gone.”

This is Comeback Vinyl’s 7th time

participating in a Record Store Day event, and each time they see great turnout, according to the owners. This year, Nov. 23, the line started forming at 4:30 a.m. By 8:30 a.m., the line stretched around the corner and to the end of the block. A line remained throughout the day, as only a limited number of people could enter the store at one time.

“I think people are shocked when they drive by and there’s a line out the door,” Vernon said.

This year, the records in stock include Phish, Ella Fitzgerald and The Grateful Dead.

“It’s all different genres: rap, hip hop, jazz, you name it,” she said.

Vernon attributed the success of Record Store Day to a mix of old and young generations. Young people who grew up in a digital age appreciate the physical form of the record, she said, as well as listening to an entire album curated by the artist,

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Comeback Vinyl in downtown Alpharetta saw around-the-corner lines Nov. 23 for Black Friday and Record Store Day. rather than individual songs on shuffle.

“It’s young people, but it’s also old people that never stopped buying,” Vernon said. “It ends up connecting people.”

Vinyl recordings was a way for her to connect with her son, Alex, and together they co-own the store.

For Tim from Dawsonville, one of the

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music fans waiting in line, the record store was a way for him to connect with his friend who lives in Atlanta.

Tim was hoping to snag one of the 71 copies of “Almost Acoustic” by Jerry Garcia.

“I’m a big fan, and I’ve always wanted it on vinyl,” he said.

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ue, you won’t find us on every main street – just this one! Alpharetta City erchants invite you to stop by and shop local with us this holiday season!

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ght event, formerly known as Christmas Tree Lighting, will take place on December 1 and host plenty of the same

ous years. There will be a holiday market, community performances, kids crafts and photos with Santa along Milton Ave. will be airing the SEC Championship game on a jumbotron and roasting marshmallows on Village Green. The tree place at 6:15 pm and the Mayor will kick off the City’s Holiday Food Drive.

Center Merchants invite you to Sip, Shop & Stroll with us from 5-8pm. We are happy to be your new neighbors to get to know you.

ving event, Magical Winter Village. featuring falling snow, strolling entertainment, complimentary gift wrapping ivities and photos with Santa on the Village Green.

Celebrations for The Red Hound Gifts, Hemline, Kilwins, The Ballog and more Alpharetta City Center Merchants.

3 Hemline - Upscale ladies clothing and accessories boutique 231 Market Street

4 The Ballog - An artisan’s market 235 Market Street

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modern outfitters - 245 Market Street 7 Kilwins - A celebrated part of Americana serving homestyle fudge, ice cream and confections 251 Market Street 8 The Pink Valise - Specialists in fashion trends and accessories 315 Market Street 9 Anna Bella Fine Lingerie - Lingerie for today’s confident woman. Bra fit experts - 325 Market Street

10 Vitality Bowls - Acai bowls, smoothies and more using the freshest ingredients and superfoods 364 Commerce Street

11 Natural Body Spa and SkinReMEDI A luxurious retreat specializing in advanced body and facial services 275 Commerce Street

... Any way we can help families is what we’re here to do. I’m already seeing it in the way our families are responding to us. It’s very rewarding.

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Local family opens education center

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Ruttle family turned a bad situation into good after their son, Carter, had a stroke.

Carter spent more than a year in recovery relearning the English language.

Once Carter recovered, his parents Chris and Molly, found purpose in the tragedy and knew they wanted to provide a resource for children and families looking for an alternative in local education programs.

So the couple founded the Best in Class Education Center, 3875 Johns Creek Parkway, Suite D, in Suwanee, which provides supplemental education to students in the community.

“I can use my experience to help children,” Carter said. “If any child is going to complain about learning English, can you imagine not only learning it for the first time but second time? I can use my background to hopefully encourage the students to push themselves further than they think they can.”

The center opened in October, with a ribbon cutting on Nov. 10, and already has about a dozen clients.

Programs offered include Enrichment math and English • Private tutoring • Beginners in class • SAT/ACT prep • College prep • Gifted test prep The center is open Thursday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. They also take appointments on Mondays.

“We have a passion in the family for education,” Chris said. “I’m the only not education person in the family including grandparents. I’ve got more of a business background. We liked what they do and it seemed like a good investment because a lot of people in this area are interested in getting their kids supplemental education help.”

The business is a franchise and the first in Georgia.

What interested the Ruttles most was the program’s

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Chris, Molly and Carter Ruttle prepare plans for students to complete that day at the Best in Class Education Center. multi-generational application.

“We want to be able to help families,” Molly said.

“The families we already have right now are especially thankful that we’re here because we are helping. We want to feel like we are going to help the community in tutoring, test prep or ability and foundational needs.

Any way we can help families is what we’re here to do.

I’m already seeing it in the way our families are responding to us. It’s very rewarding.”

Each student is tested before and during their tutoring, so they are all given individualized help based on what level they’re at. This way students get more help if they need it, or are able to move forward when they are prepared.

Carter, who is now 33, is a third generation educator with a deep passion for education. He has more than 10 years working at several museums so he specializes in history.

Molly focuses on English and writing, while Chris works with students on Spanish and math.

A curriculum packet is provided each week introducing two new concepts, with a large focus on writing.

The Ruttle family plans to open four centers across the area in the next two years, serving cities including Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek, Duluth, as well as the southern part of Forsyth County.

To find out more, visit bestinclasseducation.com/ locations/johns-creek.

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Several factors weigh on your credit score Thanksgiving is over, and the cages holding Christmas back have come crashing down. The lights will go up, and the credit cards will get worked.

I’m not saying I’m an expert on Geoff smith credit reporting, but Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com since my income sometimes depends on my clients having at least a decent credit score, I keep a very sharp focus on how to get those scores up.

While we can now do an FHA loan for someone with a score as low as 590, it isn’t pretty. You’d much rather be over the U.S. average of 695. And in terms of getting good rates and qualifying for more attractive loans, I would say that 700 is a good marker. If you are over 760, then you are usually getting the best rates available.

Your credit score is affected really by two things: positive and negative credit histories. I’ve seen scores that are low because of a negative history filled with late payments, maxed-out credit cards, and numerous accounts in collections. I’ve also seen low credit scores that were due to the person simply not having much of any credit history. These clients are usually irked when I tell them they have low credit, because they are proud they have exercised low use of credit. Not using credit cards or loans of any kind certainly requires a healthy amount of discipline.

The problem is, when we are trying to qualify you for a loan, we want to see something that shows us your history of repaying loans, and the credit scores are really the easiest way to do that.

The easiest way to maintain a good credit score is to obviously make sure you pay bills on time. And if you have a dispute with a utility payment, or medical bill – do not ignore it. Deal with it as

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Credit cards can be a great way to build up credit as long as you keep the balance under 30 percent of the cards’ limit and pay it on time. The credit bureaus can ding you up to 30 to 50 points just for maxing out a card.

Hopefully, this will help you on your next car loan or mortgage application.

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Visit Roswell announces new marketing director

Lanier Technical College appoints vice president

Harry Norman Realtors welcomes Gabby Estep

ROSWELL, Ga. — Kendall Young is the newest hire at the Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau, assuming the duties of social media strategist.

Young received a Bachelor’s Degree at Murray State UniverYoung sity in Murray, Ky. She has experience working for the Murray Convention and Visitors Bureau as director of marketing and communications.

In addition to managing several social media platforms at Visit Roswell, Young will utilize ad placements and other opportunities to increase reach and exposure.

OAKWOOD, Ga. — Donna Brinson is the new vice president for Academic Affairs at Lanier Technical College.

Brinson has almost 30 years of experience in higher education, including extensive Brinson services to students at Lanier Technical College.

Brinson began as an adjunct instructor at Lanier Tech in July 1994 at the Oakwood Campus, the only campus at that time.

Her full-time career with Lanier Tech began in October 1997 as mathematics instructor for the Forsyth Campus, which opened in January 1998.

CUMMING, Ga. — Harry Norman, Realtors The Collection at Forsyth recently welcomed Gabby Estep as one of the newest members of its growing team.

Estep is a graduate of Valdosta State University and is a estep member of the 400 North Board of Realtors. She has been a resident of the Atlanta area for more than 22 years.

In addition to real estate, Estep has a degree in marketing.

Estep lives in Suwanee with her two Siberian Huskies. When she’s not playing with them, she cooks and volunteers with Mush Rescue, a local nonprofit Siberian Husky rescue organization.

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CALENDAR ALPHARETTA CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

JOHNS CREEK FOUNDERS DAY PARADE The Johns Creek Founders Day Parade is a kick-off to the holiday season. Some of the parade highlights include musical groups, local neighborhoods, schools, community organizations, civic clubs and businesses. The parade route travels west on State Bridge Road near West Morton Road and ends at Kimball Bridge Road near Ocee Elementary School. Join the fun Saturday, Dec. 1 at 10 a.m. For more information and parade map, visit johnscreekga.gov.

What: Celebration fills the downtown streets with the annual tree lighting, musical performances, snow, photos with Santa, restaurants and food trucks, a holiday market and more.

When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 4-8 p.m.

Where: Downtown Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharetta.com

ROSWELL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION What: This family event includes carolers from local schools, the lighting of Town Square, a reading of “T’was the Night Before Christmas” by the mayor, and a special visit from Santa Claus.

When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 5 p.m.

Where: Roswell Town Square, 610 Atlanta St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

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“THE NUTCRACKER” PERFORMANCES: ROSWELL DANCE THEATRE

When: Through Dec. 2, times vary Where: Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs Cost: Tickets start at $20 More info and tickets: roswellnutcracker.com

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

SAWNEE BALLET THEATRE

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

METROPOLITAN BALLET

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 DANCE THEATRE

When: Dec. 7-9, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $17.50 More info and tickets: atlantadancetheatre.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: foxtheatre.org

HOLIDAY EVENTS: “NIGHT OF LIGHTS” HOLIDAY CELEBRATION

What: Enjoy choral performances, arts and crafts for children, pictures with Santa, a tree lighting ceremony and holiday lights.

When: Friday, Nov. 30, 6 p.m.

Where: Emory Johns Creek Hospital, 6325 Hospital Parkway More info: emoryjohnscreek.com or 678-474-8018

CHRISTMAS IN CRABAPPLE & MILTON TREE LIGHTING

What: A holiday tradition including Santa photos, caroling, s’mores, crafts, hot cocoa and fun.

When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 2-6 p.m.

Where: Broadwell Pavilion, 12615 Broadwell Road, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us

What: Children ages 12 and younger will enjoy shopping for relatives, making arts and crafts, and face painting.

When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 6-8:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 2, 1-4 p.m.

Where: Adult Recreation Center, 830 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

CHRISTMAS HIGH TEA

What: Includes servers in period clothing, tour of Bulloch Hall, a main course of gourmet sandwiches, a dessert course of homemade sweets and traditional tea delicacies.

When: Dec. 4, 6, 11 and 13, 4 p.m.

Where: Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell Cost: $50 More info: roswellgov.com or 770992-1731

“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

2018 LIVING CHRISTMAS

What: Roam through the city of Bethlehem. Visit with Mary, Joseph, Shepherds, Roman Guards and real animals. Free and open to the public.

When: Dec. 7-8, 6-9 p.m.

Where: Messiah Lutheran Church, 765 Kimball Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: messiahjohnscreek.org

“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

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

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

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

DECK THE STALLS

What: Sleigh-hay rides, reindeer pony rides, petting zoo, children’s entertainment area, treats and pictures with Santa’s “reindeer horses.” Fundraiser for Save The Horses Rescue. Admission is free.

When: Saturday, Dec. 8, 11 a.m.4 p.m.

Where: Save The Horses Rescue, 1768 Newt Green Road, Cumming More info: savethehorses.org

GINGERBREAD MAN FAMILY LITERACY

What: Preschoolers, toddlers, infants and their families are invited to celebrate the stories of the season at Leap into Literacy with the Gingerbread Man. When: Wednesday, Dec. 5, 5:30 p.m.

Where: Cumming Elementary School, 540 Dahlonega St., Cumming More info: forsythpl.org

EVENTS: SUNDAY SOCIAL

What: Join the Sunday Social and learn how to make classic hot chocolate. All ages welcome.

When: Sunday, Dec. 2, 1 p.m.

Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: free for members, $5 for nonmembers More info: autreymill.org

WOMEN SEEKING WOMEN: NETWORKING AND EMPOWERMENT

What: Join a group for honest, compassionate and conscious women who meet monthly to discuss a variety of topics such as boundaries, life balance, parenting and relationships.

When: Wednesday, Dec. 5, 7-8:30 p.m.

Where: Park Brooke Subdivision Clubhouse, 4185 Park Brooke Drive, Alpharetta Cost: $5 More info: jillvolpe.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 personal and professional goals through Pathways, Toastmasters’ new education program.

When: Tuesdays, 7 p.m.

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

WEDNESDAY MORNING NETWORKING

What: Join for networking every Wednesday morning.

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

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

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HEALTH AND FITNESS: CANDY CANE FUN RUN

What: Come dressed in an ugly holiday sweater or other festive attire and get ready to run along a 1.5 mile course. Not timed. Afterward, enjoy a hayride, toasting marshmallows and a visit from Santa.

When: Friday, Nov. 30, 6 p.m.

Where: Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell Cost: $22 More info: roswellgov.com

DECEMBER CAMPFIRE AND NIGHT HIKE

What: Join the National Park Service for a campfire, guided hikes and marshmallows. Receive a complimentary Chattahoochee River Naturalist Journal with wildlife lists and paw prints.

When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Chattahoochee River Environmental Education Center, 8615 Barnwell Road, Johns Creek More info: nps.gov

ZUMBA GOLD (FLEX)

What: Combines the international rhythms of the Zumba Gold program with the strength training techniques, creating an easyto-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: “DON’T BE AFRAID: LISTENING TO GOD”

What: Join Rev. Caitlin Phillips and Rev. Beverly Markham for a time of contemplation and rest. Be still, be present and be attentive to God. When: Nov. 18, 25 and Dec. 2, 9; 9:30-10:30 a.m.

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

INAUGURAL CHRISTMAS GIFT AND CRAFT SHOW

What: Early shopping for church members available Thursday.

Show open to public on Friday.

Proceeds benefit Youth Missions.

Includes bake sale and raffles.

When: Nov. 29-Dec. 1, times vary Where: Dodson Youth Center, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumc.com

ANNUAL BAKE SALE

What: A large variety of homemade cookies and other goodies are sold by the pound. There are also some special categories such as, no nuts, sugar free, egg free, gluten free, etc.

When: Saturday, Dec. 8, 9 a.m.noon Where: Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road, Cumming More info: ctklutheran.com

BAPTISM BASH

What: A special service where the community celebrates through baptism the decisions children have made to put their trust in Jesus as their personal Savior.

When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.

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

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

What: Enjoy breakfast while meeting and chatting with Santa Claus.

When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 9-11 a.m.

Where: St. Andrew Catholic Church, 675 Riverside Drive, Roswell Cost: $3 per child, $5 per adult More info: standrewcatholic.org

“INCARNATION: LISTENING TO OUR BODY”

What: Part of a special series.

Join Rev. Caitlin Phillips and Rev. Beverly Markham for a time of contemplation and rest. Be still, be present and be attentive to God. When: Sunday, Dec. 2, 9:3010:30 a.m.

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

ANGEL BREAKFAST

What: APC children ages 2 through 2nd grade are invited to experience the magic of the season with angel crafts, songs, “angel” visitors and a themed breakfast.

When: Sunday, Dec. 2, 9-10:30 a.m.

Where: 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, 4:456:30 p.m.

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

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

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

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

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: BRIDESMAID OF BARRINGTON HALL What: An original work Beverly Trader Austin, the show depicts the 1923 interview between Atlanta’s own Margaret Mitchell and the matriarch of Barrington Hall, Catherine Evelyn “Eva” King Baker.

When: Dec. 1-2, 3-5 p.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: Tickets are $30 per person More info and tickets: roswellgov. com 770-640-3855

“A SEUSSIFIED CHRISTMAS CAROL” What: Come get into the Christmas spirit with “The Christmas Carol” re-imagined by Dr. Seuss.

When: Thursday, Dec. 6 at 7 p.m. and Friday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m.

Where: Cambridge High School, 2845 Bethany Bend, Milton Cost: $10 More info and tickets: atlantatheater.net

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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NATURALLY ARTISTIC: CELEBRATING THE FOUR ELEMENTS

What: Get inspired to reflect on nature through various forms of art, including painting, sculpture and more at multiple art stations throughout the property.

When: All days, through Nov. 30 Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: Free for members, $10 for nonmembers More info: chattnaturecenter.org

AVALON NIGHTS LIVE

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

When: Fridays, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharettta. com

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

ALPHARETTA LIBRARY BOOK SALE

What: Bargains galore. Shop through a variety of fiction and non-fiction books. All proceeds go toward supporting the library and its programs.

When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.4 p.m.

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

JOHNS CREK POETRY GROUP

What: Share poems and poetrywriting skills in a comfortable setting with gentle building-up and suggestions of learning and mastering this art. Published poets lead discussions and workshops.

When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 10:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

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

“HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD”

What: Presented by Bright Star Theatre. Celebrate holidays from all over the globe – the Lohri Festival, St. Lucia Day, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas and more.

When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 11 a.m.noon Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

CITIZEN EXAM PREPARATION

What: Trained Literacy Action of Atlanta teachers will help participants prepare for the exam.

When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 1-3 p.m.

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

HOUR OF CODE

What: Hour of Code is a one-hour introduction to the principles of computing logic. No coding prior knowledge required. Grades 2 to 5 preferred.

When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 3-4 p.m.

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

ADULT CRAFTING: CHRISTMAS

What: Adult-only crafting hour.

Create a paper tree garland and candy cane wreath.

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

Where: Sharon Forks Library, 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org

CHESS CLUB FOR CHILDREN

What: With the help of an experienced chess coach, the club is a casual environment for children with experience playing chess to play against one-another and have fun.

When: Monday, Dec. 3, 6-7:30 p.m.

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

UGLY HOLIDAY SWEATER CRAFT

What: Join to decorate an ugly holiday sweater. Bring your own or use one of the library’s sweaters. Hot cocoa and snacks provided. Ages 12-18.

When: Wednesday, Dec. 5, 6-8 p.m.

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

FAMILY FUN NIGHT

What: This program is for families with children grades K-5. Join for STEAM challenges, games, puzzles and more.

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

Where: Sharon Forks Library, 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org

PET ADOPTIONS: FULTON COUNTY

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

Where: PetSmart, 6370 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta More info: 404-613-4958

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Get outside, Georgia:

OPINION

A story of binoculars and birds It’s almost December, and that means that it’s fall cleaning time at Hacienda Hudson.

About this time every year, my bride gently reminds me that it’s time to sort through all the lovingly acSTEVE HUDSON quired treasures that Get Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net I have managed to accumulate during the previous 11 months. Well, okay, she may not describe them exactly that way, and there may be a little more force behind that gentle reminder than I’m letting on here.

But you get the idea. The coming

of December means it’s time to clean things out.

I always start this annual adventure in neatness with the very best of intentions. I have a plan, and I’m on a mission. But my good intentions usually last only until — wait. What’s that? Are those my old binoculars?

Sure enough, that’s exactly what they are. Man, I haven’t seen those in a while! I got them many years ago when my friend Price finally convinced me that it would be fun to take up birdwatching.

Ellie the Mini Schnauzer is helping me do the cleaning, and she wanders over to sniff the old binoculars. There’s a little dust on one of the lenses (that’s the lens cap I lost in south Georgia back about 1985), but a quick touch with the

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lens cleaner (yes, it’s still in the binocular case) and everything is again bright and clear as new.

Those binoculars bring back memories. Price and I used them in Arizona on an epic week-long (or was it two weeks – it’s hard to remember the details) birdwatching adventure that took us into the mountains one day and across the desert the next. Price was leader and chief birder. I was documentarian with a case full of camera gear and lots and lots of Kodachrome. Yes, film. Ahh, the good old days.

We found and observed all sorts of birds, and we encountered other things too. One was a place thick with hummingbirds, so many that they seemed to fill the air with buzzing, flitting, flying gemstones. No ruby or emerald was ever as spectacular.

And then there was the rattlesnake.

It was the day after the hummingbird extravaganza. Price and I were booking it down a backcountry trail, bound for what we had been told was some of the best birdwatching we’d find. Price was moving purposefully about 10 feet in front of me when suddenly he froze mid-step with one foot in the air. Then slowly he went into reverse, backing up…backing up…and then I saw what had stopped him, coiled in mid-path, its retreat blocked by a fallen log.

I got some really good photos of that snake.

Later, showing them to my wife, I first basked in the oohs and ahhs and affirmations that “those are great shots!”

Then she got quiet for a minute, realizing just where I had to have been to get those photos.

“Just how close were you to that snake?” she asked me. Wisely, I changed the subject.

I put a lot of light through those binoculars on that trip to Arizona, and I used them many times over the next couple of years. Florida…California… even Alaska…they traveled with me, and

Youth Christmas Bird Count Birding is a great outdoor activity, especially for kids — and on Dec. 8 from 8 a.m. till 3 p.m. at Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center in Mansfield, Ga., the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is hosting the Youth Christmas Bird Count, a birding adventure designed especially for kids ages 8-16.

This 2.5-hour adventure gives youths ages 8-16 (led by experienced birders) an opportunity to comb the center’s forests and fields in search of birds. Teams tally what they find, and then — after lunch — share their findings and enjoy a birds of prey presentation.

Kids do not have to be experienced birders to participate, and binoculars and field guides are provided for kids to use. Parents are welcome to join the teams, though adults should bring their own binoculars.

The Youth Christmas Bird Count event is free to kids (including lunch). For adults (ages 17 and up) the cost is $9 for lunch.

Participation is limited to 40 youths, and registration is required.

For more info or to register, call (770) 784-3059. Registration deadline is Monday, Dec. 3, at 4 p.m.

Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center is located at 543 Elliott Trail in Mansfield.

I never got tired of their ability to compress distance and space. It never failed to amaze me how they’d put me right next to birds, every feather revealed in razor-sharp detail.

Hefting the binoculars, I notice that there’s a robin hopping around in the back yard not far from the basement door. Why not? I ease the door open and slip outside, the binoculars hanging around by neck. I raise them to my eyes

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Charity organization sees largest GED graduating class

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — North Fulton Community Charities recently hit a milestone in one of its most popular programs: the GED program.

In November, North Fulton Community Charities awarded 15 graduates with their GED certificates. The class has had an average of 13 graduates for the past several years, said Director of Programs Eden Purdy.

The free program helps build selfsufficiency and prevent homelessness in the North Fulton area. Over 230 residents have obtained a GED certificate through the program since its inception in 2013.

“The GED graduation celebration is an important rite-of-passage for our graduates,” Purdy said. “We are very thankful for our GED tutors who give their time, talent and treasure to make the program possible.”

The program is available for adults ages 18 and up and scholarships are provided to help offset costs for the tests. All workbooks, study materials and a computer lab are free thanks to the help of donations from the community, Purdy said.

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Fifteen participants in North Fulton Community Charities’ GED program graduated this year, a record number for the nonprofit.

“It means so much to the families and graduate to celebrate this major accomplishment,” Purdy said. “It is also an opportunity to look toward the future for post-secondary certificate or college degree programs.”

Aileen Bagwell is a recent graduate from the GED program.

Bagwell was originally born in Venezuela and came to America to find a better future for her son. Five years ago, she used to go to North Fulton Community Charities for food assistance when she was struggling. During those trips,

she saw signs for the GED program and eventually decided to enroll.

“I said to myself, ‘I want to find a better job, and the best way is through education,’” Bagwell said. “So I decided to try.”

She was told by program staff that they expected it would take her eight months to finish. But it took Bagwell only five months to complete the program.

“The support from the tutors and the organization was the key to help me get my GED,” Bagwell said. “They are very kind and very patient. It was a very good

experience, and I’m really grateful for the program.”

Bagwell said she is now more independent and is planning to enroll next semester to take classes at Gwinnett Tech for marketing or data analysis.

“It’s not just for young people, it’s a program that helps really everybody, no matter your age or where you’re coming from,” she said. “It will help you get a better future for you and your family.”

Orientation and enrollment for the GED program is ongoing and held each month. Childcare options are also available for those who need it.

“North Fulton continues to be a very expensive [but ideal] place to live, work and raise a family,” Purdy said. “But for many of our neighbors, especially those living at the low end of the earnings scale, living here creates a volatile and fragile lifestyle. We continue to provide programs and emergency services that focus on the needs of a growing and changing community. The NFCC GED program is one of the programs that can create opportunities for a sustainable long term future in North Fulton.”

For information on the GED program and other education opportunities with North Fulton Community Charities, visit nfcchelp.org/education/overview.

Daughter celebrates life of Dorothy ‘Dot’ Benson

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Dorothy “Dot” Culver Benson was a pillar of the community who has left behind a legacy few can match.

“She did so much for so many years,” said Benson’s daughter Linda Stallings.

“I can’t even think of everything she did… She impacted not just me and the community, but everyone she met, one way or another.”

Benson died at age 97 on Saturday, Nov. 3, leaving a lasting legacy in several communities.

Since 1987, Benson was a tireless advocate for senior citizens. She frequently worked closely with the Fulton County Commission to address seniors’ needs and concerns and was eventually appointed to the special Aging Services Council.

During that time, Benson worked closely with Commissioner Bob Ellis and was especially committed to finding affordable senior housing.

“One area in which she served tirelessly and with great joy and passion was in the area of services for seniors,” Ellis said. “She was the ultimate trail-

blazer who saw trends and anticipated needs in the seniors community before they became trends or needs… She was a servant leader who impacted countless lives. She was deeply loved and Fulton County citizens have been richly blessed by her service.”

Benson is best known for founding the Dorothy C. Benson Senior Multi-Purpose Complex in Sandy Springs, which provides programs, services and events for independent and semi-independent seniors.

“The last 20 years of her life she devoted to the senior center,” Stallings said. “It gave seniors a place to go. It gave them a reason to get up and have community at the center.”

Benson’s work later led her to be recognized by Fulton County as an Outstanding Aging Advocate and Senior of the Year, among several other awards.

She also founded the Alpharetta Senior Activity Center on Cogburn Road and the Golden Age Club in Alpharetta.

At the Alpharetta center, Benson was known for teaching the art of stained glass.

Many of the pieces Benson created are still on display there and at the Dorothy C. Benson Senior Multi-Purpose Complex.

She was also a horseback riding instructor and a lifelong member of the

United States Pony Club. For over 50 years, she served as an officer and board member and started the Sandy Springs Pony Club, where she affected the lives of many children, Stallings said.

Benson was heavily involved in volunteering and helping others throughout her life. She’s served in many roles, including as a Girl Scout instructor and Sunday school teacher.

“She also did a lot of volunteer work in the early ’50s in Sandy Springs when it was a very poor area, believe it or not,” Stallings said. “She would deliver food to some of the shanties, as they were called then, along Roswell Road and some of the side streets…

“That’s just what she did. She always helped the less fortunate.”

Benson is survived by her three daughters, Stallings, Barbara Byrd and Diana McEntyre, and five grandchildren.

“She always, and I mean always, had a can-do attitude,” Stallings said. “You never could say to her, ‘I can’t do that,’ because she always would say, ‘Why not?’ She said anything was possible.”

Instead of flowers, the family has asked for contributions to the “Friends of Benson” to help support the Dorothy C. Benson Senior Multi-Purpose Complex.

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Dorothy “Dot” Culver Benson was a longtime advocate for senior citizens and involved with the Fulton Golden Games.

She stands with Dixie Pounds, supervisor of the Alpharetta Adult Activity Center.

To learn more about the complex and make a contribution, visit bensoncenter. org/friends-benson.

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Milton 20, Hillgrove 19:

SPORTS

Milton wins thriller, advances to semifinals for first time in program history

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com POWDER SPRINGS, Ga. — With ongoing demolition to construct a new STEM school, the only remaining structure from the old Milton High School is its football stadium. Thousands of players battled on the gridiron in the program’s 69-year history, but no other Milton team was able to accomplish what the 2018 Eagles did Friday night — advance to the state semifinals.

Milton earned a dramatic, 20-19, comeback win over Hillgrove on the road Friday night for its historic victory. The Eagles scored the go-ahead touchdown with under three minutes remaining, forced a Hillgrove turnover on downs and ran out the clock to punch their ticket to the semifinals.

“It’s an unbelievable feeling, and I am unbelievably proud of our boys,” Milton head coach Adam Clack said. “We talked all week about what’s gotten us to this point is a love for each other and a love for the game, and that would be the defining factor in this game. For three and a half quarters [Hillgrove] was the better team, but we just kept fighting and the kids kept believing in one another.”

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The Eagles’ determined spirit was showcased in the final minutes of the game when Milton took the lead with a 95-yard drive capped off by the eventual game-winning touchdown.

Trailing 19-14 with five minutes remaining, Milton began on its own 5-yard line. Facing third-and-12, a pass interference call kept the drive alive, but Milton soon faced another third-andlong conversion. Quarterback Jordan Yates connected with Dylan Leonard on a pass along the sidelines to move the sticks to near midfield.

Milton earned another third-down conversion on the drive to move the ball to the Hillgrove 25-yard line. Yates was flushed from the pocket but connected with Holden Shaw for the first down.

On the ensuing play, running back Josh Edwards barreled through multiple Hillgrove defenders and rumbled into the end zone to put Milton ahead, 20-19, with under three minutes left on the clock.

Hillgrove moved the ball effectively on its opening two plays and quickly drove inside Milton territory. However, Milton buckled down and forced two incompletions to set up fourth-and-9. Linebacker Allen Walker sent the Eagles’ faithful into a frenzy on the fourth-down play with a sack to give Milton a chance to seal the win with just over a minute left.

With Hillgrove still in possession

of two timeouts, Milton needed a first down to ice the game. After a run from Edwards on third-and-1, the referees determined, using an index card, that Milton was just short.

There was no question from Clack that the Eagles would go for the winning first down.

“We said we are going to win it right here,” he said.

The decision paid off with Yates completing a Superman-leap over the line for a first down to secure the win.

“Everybody stuck to the game plan and nobody panicked,” Clack said.

“That’s what it takes when you’re on the road and it comes down to a 95-yard drive, a fourth down stop and where you have multiple chances to put it away.

I never felt for one moment our kids questioned that despite some frustration in the game.”

While Yates’ leap sealed the win, Milton earned pivotal defensive stops to keep the Eagles within striking distance in the second half.

Hillgrove’s run-heavy offense drove inside the Milton 10-yard line twice in the half but had to settle for field goals.

“We always say we want to own the red zone and we did that,” Clack said.

Hillgrove did find success through the air, but Clack gave his defense high marks for their showing through Friday’s contest. “[Hillgrove’s] offense has been giving everyone fits, but I’d rate our defense performance as a 10,” Clack said. “They were able to have some timely, effective passes, but those holes will open up when you’re committed to stopping the run.”

Milton scored on its opening possession of the game, but the Hawks took a 13-7 lead into the half behind two rushing scores and added a field goal in the third quarter. Yates cut the lead to 16-14 late in the third with a long rush to set up his 5-yard touchdown run.

Hillgrove’s final points, a field goal, came

... For three and a half quarters [Hillgrove] was the better team, but we just kept fighting and the kids kept believing in one another.”

Adam Clack Milton head coach early in the fourth quarter.

With their first trip to the semifinals secured, Clack said his team’s focus will remain on staying fixated on the task at hand.

“Right now we’re excited we won an exhilarating game against a very good football team in the quarterfinals, but we want to focus on controlling what we can control” Clack said. “We’ll enjoy it on the bus ride home, and tomorrow the coaching staff will get to work on preparing for Lowndes and making this week count.”

And perhaps most crucial is continuing what has been a truly memorable season.

“I couldn’t ask for a better group for me to coach,” Clack said. “They make me a better coach and a better man, and I hope we have the same impact on them. We are enjoying this time together so much and we don’t want it to end.”

Milton faces perennial powerhouse Lowndes (10-3) in the semifinals. Both teams are No. 1 seeds, and while the GHSA’s universal coin toss has Milton hosting the game, the Eagles Nest does not contain enough seating under the GHSA’s guidelines.

Clack said the school will petition to host the game for the Eagle Nation which he called a huge factor in Friday’s win over Hillgrove.

Blessed Trinity advances to state semifinals

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com Blessed Trinity 42, Eastside 15 Blessed Trinity prevailed in a battle of unbeaten teams to advance to the state semifinals for the third time in four seasons Friday night with its win over Eastside in Covington.

The Titans imposed their will early in the showdown of two teams ranked in the top-5 in the state and led throughout.

BT built a 35-0 halftime lead behind

a dominant defensive performance while their offense moved the ball seemingly with ease.

Blessed Trinity scored on their opening drive of the game with a 4-yard rushing score from Steele Chambers. The senior scored his second touchdown on BT’s next offensive possession, rumbling into the end zone from 9-yards out on third-and-goal.

Jackson Hamilton scored the first of his two first-half touchdowns midway through the second quarter. BT quarter-

back Jake Smith rushed in on a rollout play to convert the Titans 2-point conversion to put the score at 21-0.

With the Titans’ defense continually forcing Eastside punts, Smith connected with Ryan Davis on a 38-yard touchdown, and Hamilton rushed to pay dirt again to build BT’s sizeable halftime margin.

Eastside scored in the third quarter and added a touchdown in the final minute of regulation.

Blessed Trinity returns home in the semifinals to face Troup County (12-1).

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Milton arborist Mark Law honored by state organization

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Milton City Arborist Mark Law was recently honored with a state award for his dedication and service to the city. Law received the Outstanding Individual Achievement Grand Award presented by the Georgia Urban Forest Council on Nov. 14.

Law was honored for his outstanding service toward the preservation and enhancement of the state’s urban forests.

The award was a pleasant surprise, Law said. While he never sought awards or recognition, he was honored to be recognized at the state level. Law also said he appreciates Milton valuing his work to the point of nominating him.

The city nominated Law for the award “as a person who has made outstanding contributions to urban forestry efforts in Milton, North Fulton and Georgia.”

Law was instrumental in developing the area’s lush tree canopy, including at least 60 percent coverage in Milton residential developments, the city said.

Law led the city to its first Tree City USA designation, a title that the city has retained every year since 2009.

Along with Principal Planner Michele McIntosh-Ross, Law designed Milton’s gateway signs on Ga. 9, Birmingham Highway and Broadwell Road, and organized the city’s 2015 tree photo contest to promote Arbor Day awareness.

Law also volunteered to personally salvage and haul away old barn wood that was later incorporated into the design of Community Place adjacent to City Hall.

Of all his works, Law said he is especially proud of the city’s tree canopy ordinance.

“This ordinance will ensure the protection of the current canopy for many decades to come,” he said.

Law, who has been battling cancer, recently retired after serving as city arborist since Milton incorporated in 2006.

Milton hosted an event to honor Law and his service to the city in October and the City Council designated Oct. 11 as Mark Law Appreciation Day in Milton.

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Mark Law served as the city’s arborist for nearly 12 years ahead of his retirement this month.

Milton Historical Society appoints executive director, resident historian MILTON, Ga. — The Milton Historical Society recently announced appointments to serve as the organization’s executive director and resident historian. Jeff Dufresne will serve as the executive director and Connie Mashburn has been named resident historian.

Dufresne is currently a real estate consultant specializing in “placemaking,” but for nine years, was executive director of the Urban Land Institute. Dufresne established

a Center for Leadership that seeks to improve metro Atlanta’s quality of life through smart growth.

Mashburn, an Alpharetta native, is the author of the book “Alpharetta, Milton County, the Early Years.”

Mashburn also played a role in the design and implementation of the Alpharetta and Old Milton County History Museum.

The city of Alpharetta dedicated the museum to Mashburn.

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Car window smashed, laptop and bag stolen

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police are looking for a suspect connected to a Nov. 13 car burglary on Windward Parkway.

The man had parked his car at 6:30 p.m. at the Starbucks on Windward Parkway. About three hours later, he returned and saw that the rear window was shattered. A brown laptop bag worth $300 was gone. No witnesses or cameras were available.

an outstanding warrant from Gwinnett County for probation violation.

While police were processing the crash on Windward Concourse, the man told police his shin was injured.

Police found that the man had an outstanding warrant while they confirmed his information.

The man then fled on foot into the nearby woods and began climbing a fence. Police said they didn’t tase the man because he was too high up by the time they caught up.

The man got away.

Alpharetta police took out an additional warrant for the man’s arrest for obstruction of a law enforcement officer.

Sunbelt Rentals reports theft of $3,000 generator ALPHARETTA, Ga. — An Alpharetta man called police Nov. 11 after he noticed a $3,000 generator at Sunbelt Rentals was missing.

The generator had been secured on

“I look forward to contributing to the work of the recently formed Milton Historical Society which is off to a great start,” Mashburn said. “The history of this area is rich and varied with a story that needs to be told.”

“These two passionate and highly capable history enthusiasts will contribute mightily to the work of our young organization,” said Bill Lusk, president of the Milton Historical Society.

a chain in a fenced area. Police said the chain had been cut. No surveillance footage was available in the area the generator had been housed.

$5,000 nail gun stolen from construction site ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police are investigating a Nov. 15 incident in which equipment was stolen from a hotel construction site in Avalon.

The equipment, a nail gun worth $5,000, was placed inside the lobby of the mostly complete hotel. It was last seen at 4 p.m. on Nov. 14. The next morning, at 8:30 a.m., the field supervisor discovered it missing. The building was not locked overnight and the fence surrounding it was not secured, according to the police report.

The field supervisor said there is a

Dufresne

Mashburn

camera in the vicinity and will supply the footage of that night to police.

Car fender damaged while man is at work ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police are investigating a Nov. 12 incident after a man reported parts of his car were missing and the vehicle scratched while he was at work. The man parked his car at 5 a.m. behind the Publix on Haynes Bridge Road where he works. When he came out at 2 p.m. at the end of his shift, he saw that the car was damaged.

The sheet metal of the right front fender was dented and there were traces of paint on the scratches. A large piece of the bumper was missing, according to the police report.

The man told police he had not struck anything recently.

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Birds: Continued from Page 24 and twiddle with the eyepiece adjustment. It’s sticking a bit, not surprising

after all those years.

Eventually the bird eases into focus, center-stage in a magnified universe that’s bolder than reality itself. I’ve seen a zillion robins in my day, but looking at one through binoculars never gets old.

And then comes the fateful thought:

What else needs to be seen today?

“Let’s go see what we can find!” I say to the pup. I clip her leash to her collar, grab a sweater, and off we go to the wilds of Wills Park. Ellie is remarkably well behaved as we walk the main loop around the park, diverting at one point to follow the footpath along the little creek that meanders through the park’s disk golf course. I spot birds, and I look at them.

Ellie spies a squirrel, and I look at it too.

Those old binoculars remind me how much fun it is to see things, to really see them, and pretty soon a couple of hours have clicked by and are gone.

Uh-oh, I tell myself as the pup and I turn at last for home. I could have gotten a lot of cleaning done in that couple of hours.

But I sure did have fun with the old binoculars.

As we cross Wills Road on the last leg of our adventure, it occurs to me that my bride was asking me just that morning what I’d like for Christmas.

Hmmm. That was fun, looking for

Eventually the bird eases into focus, center-stage in a magnified universe that’s bolder than reality itself. I’ve seen a zillion robins in my day, but looking at one through binoculars never gets old. birds. And these binoculars really are kind of old, and I hear they’ve come a long way with optics over the last 30 years…

DEATH NOTICES Patsy L. Bagley, 72, of Cumming, passed away November 14, 2018. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Crematory.

Margaret Beard, 88, of Cumming, passed away November 17, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors &

Margaret Beckley, 83, of Cumming, passed away November 17, 2018.

Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory.

Pamela Biggs, 53, of Roswell, passed away November 16. 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Garry Lee Cochenour, 69, of Cumming, passed away November 17, 2018.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Jeffrey Allen Crane, 68, of Alpharetta, passed away November 18, 2018.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Crematory.

Barbara Durham, 78, of Alpharetta, passed away November 15, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors &

Edward Eisenlord, Jr., 54, of Milton, passed away November 19, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Marcus Elrod, 80, of Cumming, passed away November 19, 2018. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Maretta Gibson, 79, of Cumming, passed away November 18, 2018.

Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory.

Margie Lee Hughes, 89, of Cumming, passed away November 19, 2018.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Dawn Elizabeth Bradford Lundell, 71, of Alpharetta, passed away November 4, 2018.

George Guy McDearmon, Jr., 93, passed away November 20, 2018. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

George McDonald, of Cumming, passed away November 18, 2018. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Angelina Meixner, 97, of Cumming, passed away November 13, 2018.

Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory.

John William O’Neal, 97, of Johns Creek, passed away November 21, 2018.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

Charles Pendley, 87, of Alpharetta, passed away November 14, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Larry H. Jackson, 58, of Cumming, passed away November 18, 2018. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Crematory.

John Klopf, Jr.,81, of Milton, passed away November 13, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors &

Peter Laba, 73, of Cumming, passed away November 17, 2018. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Crematory.

Erna Lalley, 96, of Alpharetta, passed away November 17, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors &

Agnes Elizabeth Pia, 81, of Cumming, passed away November 19, 2018.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Crematory.

Eric Snell, 51, of Alpharetta, passed away November 13, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors &

Jean Chapman Snow, 94, of Cumming, passed away November 16, 2018.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Francisca Sonmez, 82, of Cumming, passed away November 17, 2018.

Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home &Crematory.

Crematory.

Barbara Stouffer, 83, of Roswell, passed away November 18, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors &

Raymond Allen Thornton, 90, of Cumming, passed away November 19, 2018. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Gladys Wade, 87, of Cumming, passed away November 16, 2018. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Nancy Carol Wood, 74, of Cumming, passed away November 19, 2018.

Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home & Crematory.

Mary Pryor Winn, 95, of Suwanee, passed away November 18, 2018.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

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