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Baseball league to play at surrounding communities Bell Memorial to be renovated in summer 2014

By ALDO NAHED aldo@northfulton.com MILTON, Ga. — Bell Memorial Park is kicking up dirt this summer, but when it settles, it’s going to be a better community park.

“We want this to be the premier park of the city,” said Jim Cregge, the parks and recreation director for the city of Milton.

On Memorial Day, May 26, when the recreation season is finished, the park will close for about 12 months while significant improvements take place.

Cregge said the improvements will not only be aesthetic, but they will be a matter of safety.

“What you have is an unsafe situation where children are running across the park and parking lot as they are going from field to field, bathroom or concession stands,” Cregge said. “We’re going to do something different. The layout of the park will be different.”

What parkgoers can expect with the changes that begin in June, when the bulldozers take

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Jim Cregge, Milton’s parks and recreation director, explains the changes coming to Bell Memorial Park this summer.

Early voting runs through Jan. 3 Special election takes place Jan. 7

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MILTON, Ga. — Advance voting for the Jan. 7 special election to fill the vacancy in Georgia House District 22 will run through Friday, Jan. 3.

Voting day is Tuesday, Jan. 7.

The seat became vacant after state Rep. Calvin Hill, 66, who was battling leukemia, died Oct. 30.

Georgia House District 22

encompasses parts of Milton, Cherokee and Forsyth counties.

Early voting will be held through Friday, Jan. 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Alpharetta Branch Library located at 238 Canton Street.

Early voting locations will be closed Jan. 1.

On Tuesday, Jan. 7, polls will be open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. at the following precinct locations: Birmingham Falls Elementary School, 14865 Birmingham Highway in Milton and at Hopewell Baptist Church 15730 Hopewell Road in Milton.

This is a non-partisan special election and four Republican contenders from Cherokee County are vying for the seat: Megan Biello, of Canton, a teacher at Creekview High School; Nate Cochran, of Free Home, an attorney; Jeff Duncan, of Ball Ground, director of business development; and Sam Moore, of Ball Ground, a business owner.

If needed, a runoff election has been tentatively set for Tuesday, Feb. 4.

Visit the Secretary of State’s website: www.sos.ga.gov/elections for more information.

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Business scammed of $8K in equipment MILTON, Ga. – A Milton business was scammed out of nearly $8,000 in equipment.

The victim told police his company received an online order for a Blackmagic Cinema Camera worth $1,995. He shipped the camera Dec. 10 to a Los Angeles, Calif., address.

The same recipient placed three further orders for similar cameras. All purchases were made using credit cards. A check through PayPal returned the cards were stolen.

In total, the company lost $7,980 from the stolen cameras.

Couple caught with fake cards ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Two people were arrested Dec. 17 for buying debit cards using fake licenses.

Police reported seeing a vehicle on Mansell Road swerve out of its lane just after midnight. Pulling it over, the officer reported both the driver and the passenger were acting suspiciously and trying to hide

out last year.

This year, at Thanksgiving, the victim told her mother about the alleged molestation, which occurred several times.

MOFFITT The police were alerted of the allegations and began their investigation.

“The easiest thing was they knew his name,” said George Gordon, spokesman for the Alpharetta Department of Public Safety. “A search turned up his photo on the Minnesota sheriff’s website.”

The online photo search revealed Moffitt was wanted out of Minnesota for failing to register as a sex offender.

The victim’s mother said she did not know Moffitt was a

sex offender.

No one knew where Moffitt was living, so Alpharetta police contacted the U.S. Marshal’s office for help. He was found in McDonough, Ga., Gordon said.

“He has a nationwide felony arrest against him. He failed to register there as sex offender,” Gordon said. Moffitt was arrested and charged with three counts of child molestation and being a fugitive of justice.

something in the car. A K-9 officer reported drugs in the car.

A search turned up a baggie of marijuana in a purse reportedly belonging to the driver, Shantavia Angela Cammorto, 25, of Byers Road, Johns Creek. The search also turned up 13 Green Dot gift cards along with a Connecticut driver’s license belonging to a Scott Joseph Roose. The license was reported forged. It belonging to a different person and yet had the photo of the passenger, Ahmound Renault Barber, 28, of Covington. An open bottle of beer was also found.

Cammorto was arrested for possession of marijuana and driving with an open container of alcohol. Barber was arrested for forgery and possession of a forged driver’s license.

ing dozens of small baggies of marijuana. Another container was fond in the back seat. A back pack in the trunk held hundreds of empty baggies and a scale.

Wright was arrested for possession with intent to distribute and failure to stop at a stop sign.

Stores in Canton, Morrow, Covington, Smyrna, Cumming and Mississippi had items purchased.

The victims are unsure who the culprit is.

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MILTON, Ga. – An alleged DUI driver, who nearly hit a police officer’s car, lead to a house party with underage drinking Dec. 17.

The officer reported he was on patrol on Bethany Bend nearing Bethany Church Road when a Jeep quickly turned onto Bethany Bend, nearly hitting the cruiser. The Jeep was pulled over and the officer spoke with the driver, Taylor Andrew Stubbs, 20, of Southfield Place, Milton.

Stubbs said he was headed to help a friend who had broken down near Cambridge High School. The officer reported smelling alcohol on Stubbs’ breath.

He said he had been over at a friend’s home on Laurel Oaks Lane and the Jeep was registered to the homeowner.

Stubbs had his license suspended for failure to appear at court.

Stubbs allegedly admitted to drinking at his friend’s home along with several other peopleHe was arrested for failure to yield, failure to

Stop sign leads to drug arrest ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Failing to stop at a stop sign Dec 16 landed an Atlanta man in jail on drug dealing charges.

Police reported Freddie Edward Wright, III, 41, of Atlanta, was driving on Main Street when he failed to stop at the stop sign neat Pine Grove Drive. He was pulled over and the officer reported smelling marijuana in the car. A K-9 was brought in and confirmed there were drugs in the car. Inside the glove box police found two plastic containers contain-

MILTON, Ga. – A man was arrested Dec. 17 after allegedly trying to wear a pair of boots out of Walmart.

Employees told police they saw Robert Alexander Rumney, 32, of Galecrest Drive, Alpharetta, put on a pair of boots.

He placed the boots on his feet and then placed the boots he wore into the store inside the new boots’ box. He then selected a beer and paid for it, however did not pay for the boots.

Rumney was arrested for shoplifting.

$10K in fake checks used MILTON, Ga. – A Birmingham Road company was the victim of financial fraud.

Employees told police that while doing an audit, they found several unauthorized transactions using checks in the amount of over $10,000.

DUI leads to underage arrests

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NEWS

Event facility draws anger City grapples with Yellow House Farm

By JONATHAN COPSEY

jonathan@northfulton.clom MILTON, Ga. – A proposed event facility on Hopewell Road has split this community.

Jeff Runner and his family own the 30-acre Yellow House Farm on Hopewell Road, one of the few pristine horse farms left in Milton.

They own a handful of the horse that graze this pasture, while renting stables on their land.

To help supplement his income, Runner asked the City Council Dec. 16 to turn four acres surrounding the house into a special events facility.

However, this has angered neighbors, especially those in the adjoining Bethany Oaks subdivision, who say the events that already take place on the property are noisy, disturbing and too intense for their quiet neighborhood.

After nearly two hours of discussion, council deferred the issue until late January, struggling both with opposing

desires of the residents and a wrinkle in the city code that hampers special event facilities.

To operate an events facility in AG-1 (residential) zoning, Fulton County had laws that required the applicant return after three years to renew their use permit. According to city staff, this was possibly created to deal with events such as a Renaissance Festival that are held during set times of the year. A business hosting events year-round was not considered.

The law is still on Milton’s books.

Given the neighbor disapproval of the facility, Runner balked at the idea of having to seek renewal after three years.

“That allows the fight to go on,” he said. “You tie my hands behind my back, give them a gun and say ‘go make your business work.’ I can’t do that.

I won’t do that.”

There are plenty of other businesses Runner said he could use on his property that

This is a good example of a landowner trying to save land and avoid development.”

LAURA RENCHER Preserve Rural Milton

would be more disturbing to neighbors, including landscaping and kennels, that do not require such restrictions.

“This is a good example of a landowner trying to save land and avoid development,” said Laura Rencher, of Preserve Rural Milton. “This keeps a horse farm and the rural character of the city.”

Runner said the events would be kept to less than 200 people and restricted to weddings, bridal showers and charitable functions. He also said he would be considerate with sound and light at night.

“We want to preserve equestrian [uses] and promote people with larger pieces of property to hold onto them.

Everybody is up in arms that these properties are being sold to subdivisions,” said Mayor Joe Lockwood. “This could be a win-win.”

However, as in so many things, the devil is in the details.

Council grappled with how best to enforce lighting and noise and how to “put a square peg in a round hole,” as Runner called the use of the property.

The council deferred the issue, giving Runner and his neighbors one last time to sit down and work out their differences.

It could also allow the city time to craft rules to allow event facilities in the city.

‘Bring One For The Chipper’ Jan. 4 Volunteers take trees at MHS, Home Depot, Scottsdale Farms MILTON, Ga. – Get those lights off and stock up on tie downs, because Saturday, Jan. 4 the City of Milton and Milton Grows Green (MGG) will once again offer Christmas tree recycling as part of Georgia’s “Bring One for the Chipper” program.

This year residents may take Christmas trees to multiple locations: • Scottsdale Farms, 15639 Birmingham Highway • Milton High School, 13025 Birmingham Highway • Home Depot, 5300 Windward Parkway Dogwood saplings will be handed out Jan. 4 to residents as quantities last and are donated by the Rotary Club of Alpharetta.

Volunteers from the Milton Chapter of the Young Men’s Service League and the Alpharetta Rotary Club will offer assisted drop-off from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 4 at Scottsdale Farms and Milton High.

Tree chipping services are provided by Casey Tree Experts.

Additionally, Milton Boy Scout Troop 841 will pick up trees and recycle them for a donation of $15. To schedule a pick-up, e-mail treepickup841@yahoo.com.

“We appreciate the community’s awareness and cooperation in getting Christmas trees to a ‘mulch’ better place,” said Cindy Eade, Milton’s sustainability coordinator.

Organizers hope to see growth similar to last year’s Chipper effort. In 2013, Milton residents brought more than 500 trees to be chipped. They were used for mulch at local schools and in animal and fish habitats.

With more than 22 years of treecycling in Georgia, Bring one For the Chipper is the largest event of its kind in the nation.

Since 1991, more than 5.7 million Christmas trees have been diverted from landfills and put to a greater use.

For more information about the chipper event, to get free mulch delivered, or to volunteer, please contact mgg@ cityofmiltonga.us.

—Jonathan Copsey

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FSA HS drops state charter school application Fulton County In weighing the pros and cons, provides ‘better it became clear that keeping our choice for now’ charter with Fulton County is the

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@northfulton.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Just days after receiving approval from the Fulton County Board of Education, the governing board of the Fulton Science Academy High School (FSA HS) has opted to suspend its pursuit of becoming a state charter school beginning in the 2015-2016 school year.

Under state rules, existing charter schools must receive a waiver from the local school board to apply to become a state-commissioned charter school.

FSA HS still has nearly 18 months remaining on its charter contract with Fulton Schools.

During the Fulton School Board’s Dec. 12 meeting, the waiver request from FSA HS was approved unanimously.

However, after discussion at a meeting on Dec. 18, the governing board of FSA HS opted not to proceed with the application.

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better choice for now. Ultimately, we will have to make a decision on our charter next fall.”

NAMIK SERCAN Principal, Fulton Science Academy High School ing the decision not to pursue state charter status, Principal Namik Sercan said there were numerous factors that led to the decision.

“While there are good arguments for and against seeking a state charter, the FSA HS Governing Board elected to withhold our application for a state charter this year,” he wrote.

“In weighing the pros and cons, it became clear that keeping our charter with Fulton County is the better choice for now. Ultimately, we will have to make a decision on our charter next fall.”

The high school currently has an enrollment of 173 students.

During the first month of its recruitment for students

next year, Sercan said more than 150 students have submitted applications.

The relationship between the Fulton School System and FSA HS has been a rocky one for the past few years, although Sercan noted it is improving.

“We have worked hard to bridge our differences with the school district and are grateful for their willingness to work with us,” said Sercan. “It’s too soon to know where things will end up, but progress is being made.”

Last December, the Fulton Board of Education voted to terminate the school’s charter based on what it perceived as operational and financial deficiencies.

After six months of deliber-

ation, the State Board of Education – the ultimate authority in terminating local charters – opted in June to send the issue back to Fulton Schools for additional information.

Since then, FSA HS has continued to operate as a Fulton charter school and is actively recruiting students for the 20142015 school year. For its part, the Fulton School Board has opted not to take any further action toward a termination, and will apparently allow the charter school to continue its final two years of operation under the current charter.

Moving forward into its extended future, FSA HS has two options before it. It can still apply to become a state-commissioned charter school or work to renew its charter with the Fulton County Board of Education beginning in the 2015-2016 school year.

A spokesperson for Ful-

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ton Schools indicated FSA HS must submit its request for renewal by September in order to be considered for a renewal.

The state charter application has a separate timetable.

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Sawnee EMC Foundation donates $40K to local charities CUMMING, Ga. — The Sawnee Electric Membership Foundation, through its Operation Round Up program, recently awarded $40,003 to nine local charities and five classroom grants.

Sawnee EMC serves 62,726 members in Forsyth County, 47,636 members in North Fulton and 5,136 members in Dawson County.

Foundation money comes from Sawnee EMS members voluntarily “rounding up” their electric bills to the next dollar to donate to these causes.

The local charitable organi-

zations that received funding this quarter were the North Metro Miracle League, Prevent Blindness Georgia, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 307, Fragile Kids Foundation, St. Vincent de Paul – Forsyth, St. Vincent de Paul – Dawson, Lekotek of Georgia – Forsyth location, Forsyth County Lions Club and North Fulton Community Charities.

Local schools that received a “Bright Ideas” classroom grant this quarter were Riverview Middle School, Forsyth Central High School, North Forsyth High School, West

Forsyth High School and Mill Springs Academy.

Interested applicants are required to submit an application to the foundation’s board for their consideration.

In order to qualify for a grant, the charity must be located in Sawnee EMC’s service area and/or provide a service in the communities that Sawnee serves. Teachers can apply for funds through the Bright Ideas program, which is also part of Operation Round Up. A public or private teacher is eligible to apply for funding as long as their school is located within

the Sawnee EMC service area. small, yet generous, donations These programs are made have allowed the foundation to possible by over 20,000 generdonate over $1.4 million back ous members of Sawnee EMC into the communities since that make the decision each inception in 2003. month to round their electric For more information bill up to the next highest dolabout the Operation Round Up lar. This “extra change” goes program, call Cindy Badgett, directly into the Sawnee Foundirector of external affairs, at dation and is gifted back out 678-455-1399 or email cindy. into the communities Sawnee badgett@sawnee.com. Visit EMC serves. The average dona- www.sawnee.com/round_up/ tion a member makes annually for more information. is $6…pennies a month. These —Aldo Nahed

Seniors and Driving Cambridge High School Humane Society Club collects donations MILTON, Ga.—The Cambridge High School Humane Society Club collected donations of pet food, toys, and pet supplies for the non-profit animal rescue organization, Angels Among Us. Club members, and Principal Dr. Ed Spurka, handed out dog treats to our furry friends in car pool as they collected donations on Dec. 13.

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Milton girl scouts help foster kids MILTON, Ga. – Local Girl Scout Troop 10479 from Crabapple Crossing Elementary recently organized a month-long toy drive and raises money for Dream Weavers of Georgia.

Fifth Grade Girl Scout Junior Troop 10479 partnered with Learning Express of Alpharetta to collect toys and donations for Dream Weavers of Georgia.

Dream Weavers’ mission is to enrich the lives of foster children by creating opportunities and providing resources that promote the educational, emotional and social well-being of foster children.

By engaging foster children in community-based and extracurricular activities, academic pursuits and providing a safe environment to heal with biological families, they are afforded the opportunity to maximize their potential.

Dream Weavers is committed to seeing that foster children receive the “extras” in life that are often taken for granted.

Troop 10479 has a personal connection to Dream Weavers as one of their leaders, Laurin Lausier, is a foster mother and volunteer for the organization.

This year, the girls decided to collect toys for Dream Weavers as their service project.

They organized a month-long schedule with help from other Milton Services Units and Dream Weavers volunteers at Learning Express in Alpharetta.

During the toy drive, they collected seven bins of toys and $740.35 in donations which was presented to Dream Weavers at their December meeting.

Troop 10479 would like to thank Learning Express and the community for their generosity.

Troop 10479 includes Ashley Abel, Raina Damodaran, Lainey English, Emma Farrell, Danielle

The girls of Girl Scout Troop 10479 collected money and toys to help Dream Weavers of Georgia and foster children.

Faulhaber, Raven Hammett, Libby Lausier, Madeline Parker and Susie-Jane Wilson and leaders Laurin Lausier and Jeannie Parker.

For more on Dream Weavers, visit them online at www.DreamWeaversofgeorgia.org.

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In 2014, Roswell will see a new elementary school on Ga. 9, redevelopment of the Frazier Street apartments, new townhomes behind City Hall, detached houses west of Ga. 9, and a new office building on Canton Street. The Downtown Development Authority will present a Master Plan to redevelop commercial property south of Canton Street.

The Council will adopt a new Zoning Code and Architectural Guidelines, encouraging walkable developments. This is happening in the oldest part of Roswell, following a street plan created by Roswell King in the 1830’s when Roswell was one square mile and the primary mode of transportation was walking.

Since 2009, over half of new construction in Metro Atlanta has been on less than 1 percent of the land area in communities identified as Regionally Significant Walkable Urban Communities (WalkUps). According to the ARC, there are 27 WalkUps in Metro Atlanta. Canton Street and its surrounding area is one.

See the ARC Report, http:// business.gwu.edu/walkup/ atlanta2013/.

To be classified as a WalkUp, services and amenities must be within walking distance of residents. WalkUps usually don’t exceed 600 acres. Housing prices average 161 percent higher than elsewhere. Sales of homes in neighborhoods adjacent to WalkUps achieve price premiums between 40 percent-100 percent. Research shows most highly educated creative class

JERE WOOD Roswell Mayor workers, especially Millennials (born 1982-2004), want to work and live in WalkUps. There’s also a strong demand from empty nesters. The ARC report concluded WalkUps attract a highly educated workforce, improve economic performance and raise quality of life.

Even before the ARC report, Roswell was taking action it recommended. We are monitoring the economic performance of Roswell’s WalkUp district.

The Council passed the Groveway Zoning District, encouraging redevelopment of a walkable, mixed-use neighborhood, and we are re-writing Roswell’s zoning code to remove impediments to walkable communities.

Opponents fear higher density necessary to create a walkable neighborhood will spill over into single family suburban neighborhoods, that traffic congestion will increase, and Roswell’s infrastructure cannot support them. They misunderstand the nature of Walkups.

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LOOK AHEAD TO 2014

Milton looks ahead to 2014 It’s hard to believe 2014 is here.

But I guess time flies when you’re working as hard as Milton is at building the future of our great city.

The coming year is going to be huge for us, and today I want to tell you about some of the great things you can expect from this city.

Bell Memorial Park Expansion: Here we go folks! This spring the City of Milton will begin its first park expansion project to more than double the size of Bell Memorial Park.

During the roughly year-long project, crews will add two rectangular (football/lacrosse/soccer) fields and a host of beautiful amenities to develop Bell Memorial into a true gem for the City of Milton.

We have a wealth of information at the city’s Web site about exactly what’s going into the park, so I encourage you all to visit and take a look.

City Hall: Milton is moving forward with a City Hall.

We’re in the process of investigating prime real estate in historic downtown Crabapple, and on that land we’ll build a City Hall that respects the history and architecture of the area.

While City Hall isn’t projected to open until 2017, this is an exciting step toward establishing not only Crabapple as the city’s base of operations, but our place in the community as a whole.

Plus, it’s more fiscally responsible because we’ll own instead of rent – and the debt payments are nearly cancelled

JOE LOCKWOOD Milton Mayor out by the end of lease payments.

Addressing growth: At City Hall we are well aware of the unprecedented growth Milton is seeing in our residential sector, and we are hard at work on policies and plans to address our residents’ concerns it’s changing the character of our town.

In 2014 you’ll see us take serious steps toward protecting our rural character.

I can’t get too specific right now, but trust me when I tell you we’ve been weighing all our options. When we‘re able to go public with our package of solutions, you’ll see we’re serious about protecting what makes Milton so special.

Well, that’s all the space they’ll give me. But, I want to make sure that each and every one of you to know that Milton’s City Hall is your city hall. This staff is your staff. We’re here to serve you. Don’t ever hesitate to contact us or a staff member to find the information you need.

Here’s looking to a great 2014!

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Milton will improve and expand the fields at Bell Memorial Park after the regular baseball season next year. The park will be closed for 12 months.

Park: Continued from Page 1 over, include a completely renovated landscape, instead of just baseball. Two multipurpose rectangular fields will be built to accommodate football, lacrosse and soccer.

The park will grow in size to 32 acres from the current 18 acres.

“I would have loved to have more land to build more fields, but we are doing the best with what we’ve got,” he said.

Additions will include a

large pavilion that will house concession stands, bathrooms and a breezeway to hide from rain. In addition, the park will have two new playgrounds and walking trails, with about a half-mile accessible to wheelchairs and strollers.

“The only thing we have right now at Bell Park is baseball,” Cregge said. “We are trying to make the park something more than a place where your kid goes to play baseball. We want to make it a park more useful to the community.” The only other sport offered through the city is lacrosse. Boys’ lacrosse is held

at Hopewell Middle School and the girls’ lacrosse is held at Northwestern Middle School.

When Bell Park is completed, football will likely be offered.

The baseball program at Bell Memorial started 27 years ago, but the community’s needs have evolved and now it’s the park’s turn.

“Those rectangular fields, that’s the growth,” Cregge said.

“Baseball is not growing as fast as soccer and lacrosse.”

The new park will accommodate players throughout the season.

“We are going to have more useful fields,” Cregge said.

NO IMPACT TO THE BELL MEMORIAL PROGRAM The baseball season will continue for the summer and fall of 2014 and spring of 2015.

What families need to know, Cregge said, is that even through the changes, there will be no impact to the programs offered at the park.

“Baseball will continue this season and beyond,”Cregge said. “The program will be unaffected.”

Cregge said through agreements being worked out with Forsyth County, Fulton School District and city of Alpharetta, the players will have a bit of a

drive to surrounding communities in order to keep playing.

“They will be leasing us some space,” Cregge said. “Everything is moving forward in that regard.”

Cregge, who started volunteering in the city 19 years ago with a program that teaches children to become umpires, said he had this vision for the Bell Memorial for a long time, and it’s exciting to see the plan coming to fruition.

Still in the works is an entrance design that is going to be “spectacular.” “’Spectacular’ is still being designed,” Cregge said.

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YMCA seeks weight management participants ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is looking for women ages 21 to 60 to participate in a new weight management research program.

The goal is safe, effective and maintained weight loss through use of moderate exercise and changes in eating behaviors. There is no cost to qualified individuals.

This study is related to the Coach Approach, which was developed by the Y in 2003 as a highly supportive coaching process that helps build the habit of regular physical activity.

The program will be conducted at the Ed Isakson/ Alpharetta Family YMCA at 3655 Preston Ridge Road, Alpharetta.

Program participants must be female, 21 to 60 years old and have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 to 40. For example, a female 5 feet 4 inches tall would be required to weigh between 174 and 232 pounds. Participants also must not be exercising regularly (less than 20 minutes per week).

They must have a goal to lose weight, but are not pres-

From left: Kelly Higgins, Megan Foye, Julia Tasanasanta, Monica Estep, Jessica Hyland and Nicole Haigwood. Caroline Macolino is not pictured.

ently be enrolled in another weight-loss program.

Participants cannot be pregnant or planning to become pregnant, cannot be taking psychological or weight loss medications and cannot have a medical problem affecting eating, weight, metabolic rates or where calorie or fat restriction is a problem.

Study participants will receive full access to the YMCA for two years, including the swimming pool, wellness cen-

ter and the walking track.

The study begins Feb. 3, 2014.

Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information or to see if you meet the inclusion criteria, contact the Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA Wellness Director Sarah Samter at sarahs@ ymcaatlanta.org.

Visit http://www.ymcaatlanta.org or call 770-6641220.

Local girls win state tennis championship ROSWELL, Ga. – The Thunder girls’ tennis team, a group of Roswell-area high school students, won the Georgia School Team State Championship on Dec. 8 in Alpharetta by defeating the North Nuttetts team 4-2 in the finals.

The Thunder team consists of seniors Monica Estep, Kelly Higgins and Caroline Macolino, juniors Megan Foye and Nicole Haigwood and sophomores Jessica Hyland and Julia Tasanasanta.

—McKenzie Cunningham

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Next season looks better for most local teams Graduation losses not as heavy as last year

By MIKE BLUM news@northfulton.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – For most high school football teams in North Fulton, 2014 appears to offer more promise than the 2013 season.

Unlike last year, when a majority of the area teams suffered heavy graduation losses, this year’s senior classes for most local teams were not as deep as they were the year before.

A brief look at how things shape up for the 2014 football season in North Fulton: ALPHARETTA: The Region 6-AAAAAA champion Raiders were one of the teams that do suffer from graduation. It loses around a dozen front line seniors, including receivers Daniel Clements and Andre Harton, standout linebacker Bruce Grauss and most of an excellent secondary.

But the Raiders return two quarterbacks who put up big passing numbers, along with the team’s top two running backs and several receivers. Defensively, end Andrew Butcher keys the list of returning starters, as the Raiders look for a third region title in the last four years and a fifth straight playoff berth.

CENTENNIAL: The Knights are coming off a 1-9 season that included two one-point losses and several other games in which they held leads. The team will lose its top offensive (Christian Robinson) and defensive (Alex Estes) players, along with four starters in the offensive line and several key defenders.

Versatile back Caden Herring leads the list of returning players, with end Jake Dahm back on defense, along with the rest of the line. Quarterbacks Tee Holland and Luke Able both played extensively after an injury to starter Matthew Harries, but will not have Robinson as a target next season.

CHATTAHOOCHEE: The Cougars were likely the most senior-oriented team in the area, and lose a significant amount of talent from a 4-6 team that expected better results.

All the key skill position players are graduating, including receivers Colin Lisa and Avery Ward, running back Chase Nelson and quarterback Taz Wilson.

The Cougars return starters at linebacker led by Josh Weisberg, along with a few linemen, but the 2014 offensive personnel will be almost all new. Just three seasons removed from a state championship, the Cougars may be facing a few lean seasons.

JOHNS CREEK: After going 17-3 in their second and third seasons of varsity football, the Gladiators were winless in 2013. Huge graduation losses and several key injuries took a toll.

The team will again lose a sizeable number of seniors, although some of them were relatively inexperienced after playing behind the 2012 seniors.

The biggest loss is Chase Solomon, who started at tailback for three-and-a-half seasons before injuries forced him to end his high school career at quarterback. The Gladiators return linebacker Turner Fortin, the team’s top defensive player, along with most of the skill position players other than Solomon – leading receiver Kyle Varnell

and quarterback Kevin Nalecz among them.

NORTHVIEW: The Titans move back to the state’s largest classification after a 5-5 season that could have easily been 7-3 or 3-7.

After just missing a playoff berth, the Titans could contend for a playoff spot from Region 6-AAAAAA, returning the area’s best receiver, Matty Biondich, and standout quarterback D.J. Pearson along with a productive running back in Nathan Phillips.

The Titans will have to replace their top two offensive linemen and a handful of key defensive starters from a group that improved in 2013 but still yielded a lot of points. A 16-12 victory over 6-AAAAAA playoff qualifier Lambert gives the Titans realistic hope they can compete successfully in their new region.

MILTON: The Eagles will be looking for a fourth straight playoff berth after an 8-2 season ended with a loss to North Gwinnett, runner up in the AAAAAA championship game.

The Eagles played most of the 2013 season without standout senior running back Treyvon Paulk, among the team’s relatively small senior class.

The Eagles will also lose speedster Chad Toliver, two offensive linemen, top receiver Zach Spiezio, several defensive backs and both kickers.

Offensively, Milton returns quarterback Austin McLeod, running back Mikko Brisker, tight end Jake English and linemen Nick Wilson and Ernest Dye. Linebacker Quarte Sapp will be among the area’s top players next season, with most of the remaining defensive starters also back in 2014.

ROSWELL: The Hornets suffered though their third

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Mount Pisgah’s Ben Miller (12), who will return as a senior next year, will look to make more big plays next season like this onehanded TD grab against Pacelli in the playoffs. straight losing season (4-6), but were improved over 2012, and expect to continue along that path next year.

The Hornets had a relatively small number of senior starters, with defensive standouts Davonte Hill and Josh Selembo, offensive lineman Justin Auer and receiver Colin McCauley the key losses.

Other than McCauley, the Hornets return all their main skill position players along with several young linemen who made significant contributions, giving them what should be a potent all-around attack next season.

Most of the defense will also be back, with Roswell looking to return to its accustomed spot in the state playoffs.

CAMBRIDGE: The Bears went 3-7 in their second season of varsity football, including a highlight win over Pope and a close call against subregion champion Creekview.

Only a handful of starters graduate, most notably cornerback Zeke Gormley, who led the team in interceptions.

The team returns quarterback Brian Moore, who enjoyed a breakout season,

top receivers John Hurst and Hunter Smith and lineman Branch Morley. End Josh Kania and linebacker Trey Wolfe head the list of defensive returners, with kick return ace J.D. White among the Bears’ large sophomore contingent.

BLESSED TRINITY: The Titans won Region 6-AAA, and with St. Pius and Woodward Academy both moving up to AAAA next season, their playoff prospects look even brighter after a first-ever trip to the state quarterfinals.

BT will have to replace some key seniors, particularly on defense. Linebackers Zach Mitchler and Carter McManes graduate, along with Ryan Mediate and Kyle Evans in the secondary. Mitchler keyed the offensive line along with Austin Werkheiser, with receiver Colin Bradley, 1,000-yard rusher Chad Manthey and standout kicker Marc Nolan also graduating.

But quarterback Conor Davis and tailback Milton Shelton have two years of football left, and were among a sizeable number of sopho-

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By KATHLEEN STURGEON news@northfulton.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Diabetes? There’s an app for that. Blood pressure monitoring? There’s an app for that. Electrocardiograph? Yes, there’s even an app for that.

With the increase of technology, the use of technology in medicine is increasing as well. Doctors around the country are embracing the technological world of applications, or apps for short, and using them for the greater good. There are thousands of apps that smartphone users can download and use for their own benefit, whether good or bad.

Dr. Jacob Varghese of Kaiser Permanente is a local doctor for Family Medicine in Forsyth County who is cautious when recommending apps to patients.

“There are medical apps that I use that I wouldn’t want a patient using, mainly because sometimes patients get a little bit of information and they can misconstrue it the wrong way,” said Varghese. “There are apps like blood pressure apps and monitoring sugar, where they can monitor and keep track of things, which I like. There’s fitness ones that I like where I can tell patients to use where they can enter their weight and keep track of things.”

Varghese sticks to recommending general health apps just to make patients’ lives easier, and tries to stray away from apps that tell patients how to live.

“There are apps like Epocrates where I’d worry if a patient used it, because they’d come back and say ‘oh I read this online that it could mean this,’” said Varghese. “Then it goes down rabbit trails, which may not be applicable to them, but they don’t realize that involves a different level.”

Epocrates is mainly for doctors to use to figure out how much of a dosage to give patients, or choose which prescription would be best for them.

“There are apps that I use to help me with clinical diagnosis and medical information, pharmacology, those kinds of things that help make my diagnosis and assessment of patients easier,” said Varghese. “It’s nice to not have to worry about keeping everything straight when the tools can help us make better decisions.”

Deciding which apps to recommend to patients takes Varghese a lot of time to decide.

“The ones I recommend are ones I’ve heard from other doctors or patients who’ve used it and I’ve seen it firsthand how it looks like,” said Varghese. “I’m always weary to the apps that are out there. You have to vet it to some extent

that it is a useful one.”

Varghese said the apps are useful for helping patients remember to write down their blood pressure or sugar intake if they need to because they usually have their cellphone on them, but not a piece of paper.

“If they’re on a medication reminder program, it beeps at the prescribed times for them to help them remember to take their medication,” said Varghese. “That helps them comply with their regiment and makes their overall health better for them.”

Making patients healthy is Varghese’s main goal, and he said he can understand why apps are becoming so popular.

“My hope is down the road, technology will be even better and there’ll be better products out there for patients to use,” said Varghese. “Anything that a patient can improve taking medication and improve their health is a useful tool.”

Non-technologically savvy patients may find it difficult, confusing or hard to use apps. Varghese said he works with his patients and can usually tell if apps will work if they say they don’t use email.

“If we still have to use some of the ‘older’ methods, like writing down their blood pressure,” said Varghese, “ultimately it’s work with the patient that’s most relevant for them.”

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4 real estate New Year’s Getting off to a fast resolutions to consider start in the New Year As you ‘re reading this column, we are transitioning into the New Year, that time each year when we all say to ourselves that we’ll exercise more, lose weight, maybe read more.

It’s right before we grab a beer, a bag of chips and sit down on the couch to watch a movie, right?

I have four real estate resolutions to consider this year and they’re easy to do: 1.If you’re selling, remove the wall paper and then paint. Sellers like to avoid doing this because it’s a pain, tending to think that painting is something easy a buyer can look past. But buyers think the same way, so take this simple fix off the table.

2.Buyers should get qualified and locked in on a mortgage rate. The Fed is tapering, slowing their purchases of mortgage backed securities and treasuries.

This won’t result in an immediate jump in interest rates, but it most assuredly means rates will be rising this year.

3.Sellers should be surgical with

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their pricing. Inventory and competition will start early, the goal when going on the market is to get the next offer made.

4.Buyers, there will be a lot of new construction out there this spring. It’s easy to get mesmerized by the “shiny and new.”

New construction may be the right choice, but don’t overlook resales that might need updates.

You can get a lot for less. In the end, you could wind up with a better lot and more space for the same price after those updates.

Now that the holiday season is over, it’s back to work for small business owners. Are you prepared to get off to a fast start in the New Year?

Have you established all of your goals and objectives?

Getting off to a fast start is very important for most small business owners to reach their annual objectives.

So how do you start fast in the New Year?

Hopefully you’ve spent the past few months putting together your plans for next year.

If not, now is the time to do that!

An overall plan should outline your annual objectives and strategies for achieving them, and also allows you to define what needs to get done now and what can be done later.

Getting off to fast start is all about what can be done now! In other words, what are your goals for January?

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nounce new products or services you are offering?

Everyone, including you, should have very specific objectives for the first month of the year. And for every objective, there should be a list of tasks and activities to make them happen.

The beginning of a new year isn’t about planning, it’s about executing.

It’s about getting things done and gaining momentum that will build through the first quarter and set the tone for annual success.

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chapter of International Association Business Communicators (IABC). Rountree Group won certificates of excellence from PRSA in the Integrated Communications: Business to Business category and the External Video Programs category. The company also won a Silver Flame Award from IABC in the Audiovisual category, two Bronze Flame Awards in the Media Relations category and a third Bronze Flame Award in the Marketing Communications category.

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New chapter, celebration for real estate, business

ATLANTA — More than 900 guests attended the celebratory tea at the High Museum of Art, as an historic chapter in Atlanta business and real estate unfolded on Monday, Dec. 9 during the inauguration of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Georgia Properties. Georgia’s No. 1 ranked residential firm, Prudential Georgia Realty, was officially converted to the new company. More than 900 corporate leaders, agents, local dignitaries and special guests attended the conversion celebration, where the program formally confirmed what Chief Executive Officer and President Dan Forsman called, “the entrusting of the world’s most respected corporate name, Berkshire Hathaway, to Prudential Georgia Realty and the selection of our firm to carry the standard of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Georgia Properties.”

Forsman, who has led Prudential Georgia Realty to its status as one of the 17 top-performing real estate companies nationwide for the past 10 years, was joined by Earl Lee, the CEO of HomeServices Affiliates, who traveled from Irvine, Calif., for the event.

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CENTENNIAL PARK ICE RINK

Downtown Atlanta’s only outdoor ice skating rink at Centennial Olympic Park is an annual holiday tradition.

Hours vary. Through Jan. 20. 265 Park Ave. West Northwest, Atlanta.

Please call 404-222-7275 or visit centennialpark.com.

what the new year has in store for you. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, Noon – 6 p.m. Sunday. Jan. 4 – 5.

Harmony Place Spiritual Center, 1035 Green St., Roswell. Please visit aquarius-atlanta.com.

Submit your event to northfulton.com or email with photo to calendar@ northfulton.com. For a more complete list of local events including support groups, volunteer opportunities and business meetings visit the calendar on northfulton.com.

PINECREST ACADEMY OPEN HOUSE

LOCAL LIVE MUSIC » PASTRIES AND PERFORMANCE JAZZ GUITARIST JACQUES LESURE AT THE VELVET NOTE Mr. Lesure has performed with many great musical luminaries such as Kenny Burrell, Oscar Brown Jr., Jimmy Smith and many others.

Lesure will be playing from his latest release: When She Smiles. 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Jan. 3. 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta.

Please call 855-583-5838 or visit thevelvetnote.com.

The Healing Sounds Program of Northside Hospital-Forsyth will be holding their fundraiser "Pastries and Performance."

Come by for a bite of sweet treats and sweet sounds.

Entertainment provided will include local guitarist Chuck Beckman, harpist Lorretta Marks, the Main Street Strings, and others.

2 – 4 p.m. Jan. 11. 1200 Northside Forsyth Drive, Cumming. Please call 770844-3587.

THEATER » "RUN FOR COVER" 5K RUN

The Milton Boys Lacrosse 6th Annual "Run for Cover" 5K Run benefitting North Fulton Community Charities and Milton High School Boys Lacrosse. All participants are requested to bring an article of winter clothing or non-perishable food item for NFCC. 11 a.m. Jan. 11.

13025 Birmingham Highway, Milton.

Please call 404-538-1395 or visit miltonlax.com

ART IN BLOOM AT THE HIGH

The High Museum of Art presents Art In Bloom 2014, a threeday showcase of floral designs interpreting highlights in the museum's permanent collection.

Museum hours. Jan 10 – 12. 1280 Peachtree St. Northeast, Atlanta.

Please call 404-733-4400 or visit high.org.

STAN THE LOVESICK SNOWMAN

Opposites attract in this charming tale of unrequited love. Stan’s adorable story begins after a chance encounter with a dog that has been sent outside in the wintry cold. The dog tells the snowman about a warm stove inside the house, and with a “crack-crackle” in his heart, Stan falls in love with the wood-burning beauty.

The unlikely romance, doomed from the start, is only the beginning in this hilarious and heartwarming tale as Stan later discovers that a young snowwoman is swooning over him as well. Show times vary. Jan. 2. – Feb. 2. 1404 Spring St. Northwest, Atlanta. Please call 404-873-3391 or visit puppet.org.

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MONSTER JAM

Feld Motor Sports presents Monster Jam at the Georgia Dome. Monster Jam is the world’s most popular truck tour. 2 – 9 p.m. Jan. 11. 1 Georgia Dome Drive Northwest, Atlanta. Please call 404-223-9200 or visit monsterjam.com.

THE BIG PSYCHIC FAIR

The Big Psychic Fair brings a variety of psychics, vendors, and practitioners to Roswell. Come and see

Submit your event online at northfulton.com

MARY OF NAZARETH: THE MOVIE

At the AMC Theatre at The Collection at Forsyth there will be showing of the movie, Mary of Nazareth, an epic new motion picture on the life of Mary, mother of Christ, from her childhood through the Resurrection of Jesus. This full-length feature film about the life of Our Lady, shot in English in high definition, was filmed in Europe and stars actress Alissa Jung as Mary. This movie is brought to you

by St. Brendan’s Catholic Church and The Collection at Forsyth. 2 – 5 p.m. Jan. 5. 410 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming. Please call 770205-7969 ext. 41 or visit maryfilm.com.

cruisers, plus the newest gear and gadgets. The show also offers nautical fun for all ages, including daily boating, fishing clinics and the Swampmaster Gator Show. Jan. 9 – 10 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Jan. 11 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Jan. 12 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 285 Andrew Young International Blvd Northwest, Atlanta. Please call 954-441-3227 or visit atlantaboatshow.com.

Pinecrest Academy, a PreK– 12, college-preparatory Catholic School invites the community to an open house. Guests will receive informational packets, hear a brief talk, and then have the opportunity to tour the 68-acre campus with student ambassadors or via self-guided tours.

Refreshments will be served. 1 – 3 p.m. Jan. 12.

955 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming. Please call 770888-4477, x245 or visit pinecrestacademy.org.

“WRITE YOUR NOVEL NOW” AUTHOR SEMINAR

The Forsyth County Public Library will host an exclusive seminar for writers featuring author David Darracott. This two-hour seminar will focus on the process or planning, launching, and completing a novel.

Darracott will motivate and equip participants to embark on the difficult journey of writing a novel and will share his personal experiences of the process.

Registration is required to attend this seminar, which is limited to 25 participants.

2 p.m. Jan. 11. Post Road Library, 5010 Post Road, Cumming. Please visit forsythpl.org.

2014 REPTICON ATLANTA REPTILE AND EXOTIC ANIMAL SHOW

The Repticon Reptile and Exotic Animal Show brings thousands of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, spiders, and small exotic animals to the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds. The event features seminars where guests will have the opportunity to interact with some of the animals.

Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Jan 11 – 12. 2405 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville.

Please call 770-963-6522 or visit repticon.com.

RACES AND BENEFITS »

NATURE’S HEALERS: MEDICINAL PLANTS AND AROMATHERAPY

Join Chattahoochee Nature Center’s Horticulturalist Lisa Cole for this introduction into the amazing world of healing plants. This beginners’ class focuses on herbs and oils used since antiquity to treat a variety of ailments, with an emphasis on women’s needs and particular energizing blends that help to chase the winter blues away.

Class includes a hands-on presentation and crafting of floral water and teas for participants to take home.

10 a.m. Jan. 11. 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. Please call 770-992-2055 or visit chattnaturecenter.org.

2014 PROGRESSIVE INSURANCE ATLANTA BOAT SHOW

Georgia’s biggest boating event, the 2014 Progressive Insurance Atlanta Boat Show offers a haven to discover the boating lifestyle and prepare for summer on the water. Visitors to the show can shop deals on hundreds of the latest boats, from luxury yachts to fishing vessels and family

RELAY FOR LIFE ALPHARETTA KICK OFF

Learn all about Relay For Life of Alpharetta, how you can get involved and the impact you can make in the fight against cancer.

There will be a short presentation, activities and light refreshments.

6 – 7 p.m. Jan. 9. State Bank and Trust, 2380 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta. Please visit relayforlife.org.

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PLAYERS OF YEAR 2013 »

Players of Year not among top recruiting targets Efforts of Grauss, Biondich lauded by coaches

By MIKE BLUM news@northfulton.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – The 2012 North Fulton high school football Players of the Year were both heavily recruited by elite Division I schools and spent their freshman seasons playing extensively for a pair of teams in the SEC. The 2013 North Fulton high school football Players of the Year are not being heavily recruited by Division I schools, with one of them more likely to play lacrosse in college after he graduates in 2015.

You might not find Northview receiver Matty Biondich or Alpharetta linebacker Bryce Grauss near the top of any football recruiting lists, but the two players were hard to miss when playing for their respective teams this past season.

Biondich and Grauss are the North Fulton Players of the Year, with Grauss earning defensive honors and Biondich the area’s top offensive player.

Grauss, a senior, was the Defensive Player of the Year in Region 6-AAAAAA and spearheaded the defensive effort that led the Raiders to an undefeated region record and a victory in the first round of the state playoffs.

Although he was slowed by an injury late in the season, Grauss continued to play defense from sideline to sideline, making tackles all over the field, causing fumbles, intercepting passes and generally causing havoc for opposing offenses.

“If what you’re looking for is production and an impact on the game, I don’t think there’s been a better football player in North Fulton the last five years,” Alpharetta coach Jason Dukes said of Grauss.

In the Raiders’ playoff victory over South Gwinnett, Grauss did a little bit of everything despite having to come out of the game more than once due to a knee problem.

He had multiple quarterback sacks, forced a fumble, blocked a punt, made a long interception return and simply would not allow Alpharetta to lose, with the Raiders coming

away with the first playoff victory in school history.

“He made everything go,” Dukes said of the impact Grauss had on the Alpharetta defense.

Despite his efforts during the season, Grauss has not been a target of recruiters at the highest levels of college football, unlike 2012 Defensive Player of the Year Carl Lawson of Milton, who played extensively at defensive end as a freshman at Auburn.

“But as far as actual impact on a game – causing fumbles, pressuring the quarterback, making tackles in the backfield, you’d be hard pressed to find any defensive player more productive than Bryce was,” Dukes said.

At least Grauss (6-foot-1, 210 pounds) looks like a football player.

Biondich is all of 5-foot-7, 155 pounds and is likely to play lacrosse in college at West Point, having already committed to the U.S. Military Academy.

Army, which rarely throws out of its triple option offense, would not have much use for Biondich’s football skills, which are impressive despite his slight stature.

The 2012 North Fulton Offensive Player of the Year, Alpharetta’s Joshua Dobbs, ended this past season as the starting quarterback at Tennessee.

Northview coach Chad Davenport needed only one word to describe the kind of season Biondich had for the Titans.

“Unbelievable,” Davenport said. “He does not drop anything.”

Biondich, a junior, compiled a highlight reel’s worth of amazing catches throughout the season, finishing with 75 receptions for 1,225 yards and 13 touchdowns, with his yardage total second in the state and first in AAAAA. Even though opposing defenses knew the ball was going to Biondich in key situations, he managed to make one big catch after another, frequently down the field against double coverage.

“He runs very good pass routes, has great speed and tremendous concentration,” Davenport said. “And he’s a smart receiver.

He knows how to break off the route if he has to and make

AL LEVINE/STAFF

Northview wide receiver Matty Biondich, left, carries Riverwood defender Khai Anderson into the end zone during a game this year.

[Biondich] runs very good pass routes, has great speed and tremendous concentration.”

CHAD DAVENPORT Northview Coach

an adjustment.”

Biondich had at least one touchdown reception in each of the Titans’ last nine games, and had at least 100 yards receiving seven times in 2013.

Biondich also had a punt return for a touchdown and handled the punting duties for Northview, kicking a field goal in his only attempt.

With both Biondich and quarterback D.J. Pearson back next season, the Titans’ opponents in 6-AAAAAA will have a new pass threat duo to deal with after the graduation of all the region’s collection of standout receivers from the 2013 season.

AL LEVINE/STAFF

Alpharetta’s Bryce Grauss (42) grabs a leg and Auzoyah Alufohai (79) prepares to finish off South Gwinnett’s Malik Brown (5).

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Real Estate Market Outlook 2014 By: Jennifer Pino – Atlanta Fine Homes We are very excited in the real estate industry about the outlook for 2014, as we have seen tremendous growth in both commercial and residential real estate fronts.

Leading the way in North Fulton, is the Avalon multi-use development which is unlike anything we have seen in the southeastern United States.

Opening in October, 2014, Avalon will be home to luxury hotels, farm to table restaurants, boutique shopping, upscale entertainment venues and community events, all in our own backyard on Old Milton Parkway, West of GA 400.

There will be 101 courtyard style single family homes, as well as 250 luxury rentals above retail, as well as offices.

For several years, there was little

development in North Fulton, which was a reflection of the stagnant and declining real estate market. Now, one cannot drive through Milton without noticing the new home developments.

According to Scott Murphy of D.S. Murphy & Associates, there are more building permits currently issued for North Fulton and South Forsyth Counties than any other areas in the Metro Atlanta area. The jobs and income to local businesses which come along with that are a welcome change.

What does that mean to Milton homeowners?

The attraction to our area, quality of life and excellent schools is stronger than ever, and we are experiencing increased demand, resulting in an increase in home prices.

For those homeowners who had been nervous about selling due to the stagnant market, this may be your year.

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Home Staging Tips (NAPS)—If you’re putting your home on the market, home staging is an important element in preparing your home for sale. The idea is to spruce up inside and outside and pack away personal items that may distract a buyer. One family’s keepsakes are another family’s clunkers, so pack away cute photos, unusual artwork and accessories, and replace tired towels, bedding and curtains. Clean out overstuffed closets so they look roomier. A little maintenance can help get the best price for your home. Wood floors are a big selling

point, so make sure yours look their best. Minwax Hardwood Floor Cleaner will remove dirt and grime without leaving any residue. If your floors are scuffed and scratched, bring back their warm sheen without the mess and expense of refinishing. Minwax Hardwood Floor Reviver is easy to apply and refreshes worn hardwood floors.

Finally, small details count: Touch up nicks and scratches in woodwork and wood furniture with an easy-to-use stain pen, such as the Minwax Wood Finish Stain Marker.

A little careful planning can help you have your dream home.

How To Buy In An Active Market so private mortgage insurance may be the more affordable option. In most cases, borrowers can save more than $100 per month with private mortgage insurance instead of FHA’s.

Another consideration is policy cancellation. FHA no longer allows cancellation of mortgage insurance premiums for borrowers with less than 10 percent down, requiring them instead to pay premiums for the life of the loan.

In contrast, private mortgage insurance can be cancelled once you’ve established 20 percent equity and loan payments are current, among other conditions. According to Mortgage Insurance Companies of America, 90 percent of borrowers cancel their mortgage insurance within 60 months. Check with your lender about all your financing options.

Private mortgage insurance is available with down payments as low as 3 percent.

A strengthening housing market means today’s buyers are facing new realities. Before you buy, make sure you understand and address these challenges, so you can greatly increase your chances of getting into the home of your dreams.

Now Is The Time To Sell.

Median Sold Price by Month (City of Milton) Nov-2012 vs Nov-2013: The median sold price is up 16%

$ in Thousands

(NAPS)—The housing market is roaring back in many areas, as increased demand and decreased inventory combine with very low interest rates to boost real estate sales. If you’re considering buying a home, a few tips can help.

• Know the market. Stay on top of new home listings by frequently checking real estate listings using online search engines. In a market where a home can have multiple offers, buyers must be ready to make an offer quickly. Think through the “must haves” of your future home instead of chasing features that might be nice to have but are optional.

• Show you are serious. Demonstrating that you’re prepared to close a purchase quickly can be an advantage in a competitive housing market. First, get a prequalification letter from your lender to show you qualify for financing. Second, when making an offer, don’t “lowball” the seller.

Make your bid competitive and keep contingencies to a minimum, particularly if there are additional purchase offers. Sellers are looking for a worry-free, uncomplicated sale. Try to be flexible on closing costs and dates.

• Consider all financing options.

Consider putting 5 percent down so you have more equity and then continue building equity faster. Borrowers who have a down payment of less than 20 percent must also budget for mortgage insurance. Recent changes have made government-sponsored Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage insurance more expensive,

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Soldiers graduate combat training COLUMBIA, S.C. – Several local residents have graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson in Columbia, S.C. During nine weeks of training, these soldiers received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat and more.

Recent basic combat train-

ing graduates include: Army Pvt. Johnathan P. Fossan is the son of Cammy McDonald and stepson of James McDonald, both of Cumming. He is also the son of Danny Fossan of Sacramento, Calif.

Army Pvt. Trey P. Aune is a 2012 graduate of Forsyth Central High School in Cumming.

Army National Guard Pfc. Tyler P. Brown is the son of Tami and Stephen Brown of Roswell. He is a 2011 graduate of Roswell High School.

Army National Guard Spec.

Lucia G. Caltabiano is a 2008 graduate of Centennial High School in Alpharetta. She earned a bachelor’s degree in 2012 from Georgia College

CITY OF MILTON CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED JANUARY 13, 2014 WORK SESSION (6:00 pm) HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO JANUARY 27, 2014 (6:00 pm)

City of Milton Notice of Public Hearing Variances Public Hearing:

Location:

Board of Zoning Appeals Tuesday, January 21, 2014 7:00 P.M. City of Milton City Hall 13000 Deerfield Parkway, Bldg 100 Suite E Milton, Georgia 30004-6119 678-242-2500

The following case(s) are scheduled to be heard: 1.

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V13-011, Owens Lake Road, New phase of Six Hills subdivision, Six Maples LLC, Douglas Dillard DEFERRED FROM LAST MONTH Request(s): • To appeal pursuant to Section 64-1889 the Community Development Director’s October 4, 2013 denial of a concept plan for Six Hill Phase IV, dated May 15, 2012, per Director’s conclusion that the site plan contains a new street closer than 50 feet from a property line adjoining residentially zoned property (Section 64-2397).

V13-014, 980 Mayfield Road, The Lakes at Mayfield, Planners and Engineers, Kristy Tran DEFERRED FROM LAST MONTH Request(s): • To eliminate the 50 stream/lake buffer • To eliminate the 75 foot impervious setback (Section 20-425,a,i-ii) V13-016, 14700 Taylor Valley Way, Keith Crandall Request(s): • To allow an accessory structure (pavilion and outdoor fireplace) to encroach into the rear setback (Section 64-416.2,i)

COMMUNITY and State University in Milledgeville.

Army Spec. Paxton K. Campbell is the son of Vivian Stopak of Vestavia Hills, Ala., and Glenn Campbell of Roswell. He is a 2005 graduate of St. Francis High School in Alpharetta and earned a bachelor’s degree in 2009 from the University of Georgia.

Airmen graduate military training SAN ANTONIO, Texas – The following local residents have graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in San Antonio, Texas.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Recent graduates include: Air Force Airman Dennis P. Moore, a 2011 graduate of South Forsyth High School in Cumming, is the son of Vicki Harris of Cumming and David

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Moore of Hull.

Air Force Airman Joanna M. Byrd, the daughter of Patricia Wallis of Cumming, is a 2010 graduate of Forsyth Central High School in Cumming.

Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Alan J. Kempa is the son of Dale and MariaGlenda Kempa of Cumming.

Air Force Airman Richard D. Beecher is the son of Jutta Geers of Cumming and Ronnie Beecher of Cussetta.

Air Force Airman Ryan M. Palermo is the son of Mike and Diane Palermo of Cumming.

Infantry soldiers complete training COLUMBUS, Ga. – Local residents have recently completed basic infantry training at Fort Benning in Columbus, Ga. During nine weeks, the soldiers received training in basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experience in using various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman.

Recent basic infantry training graduates include: Army Pvt. Mathew P. Harnett is the son of Cathy Harnett of Alpharetta and a 2008 graduate of Milton High School.

Army Pvt. Robert E. Geraghty is the son of Susan and Robert Geraghty of Roswell and a 2010 graduate of Roswell High School.

Ward completes Navy basic training GREAT LAKES, Ill. – Navy Seaman Natasha R. Ward, daughter of Marlise M. Le’Mon of Lawrenceville and Craig L. Jackson of Suwanee, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. During the eight-week program, Ward completed a variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival and shipboard and aircraft safety.

CITY OF MILTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR REZONINGS (These items were deferred from the December 18, 2013 Planning Commission Meeting to the January 29, 2014 Planning Commission Meeting) Petition Number: Location: Applicant: Request:

RZ13-18 14738 Birmingham Hwy Piedmont Atlantic Capital To rezone from AG-1 (Agricultural) to CUP (Community Unit Plan) to develop 17 single family residences.

Petition Number : Location:

RZ13-20 16340 Birmingham Hwy with additional frontage on New Bull Pen Road containing a total of approximately 66.40 acres (increased legal description) Christopher Perry To rezone from AG-1 to CUP (Community Unit Plan) to develop 52 single family residences (reduced number of lots) (Please note that this item will go before the DRB at their January 7, 2014 meeting at 6:00 p.m.)

Applicant: Request:

Petition Number: Location: Request: Applicant: Public Hearings:

RZ13-21 975 Birmingham Road and 15755 Birmingham Hwy containing a total of 22.3 acres To rezone from MIX (Mixed Use) and AG-1 (Agricultural) to CUP (Community Unit Plan) to develop 55 single family residences.

Acadia Homes and Neighborhoods LLC Planning Commission Meeting Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.

Mayor and City Council Meeting Wednesday, February 19, 2014 at 6:00 p.m.

Location:

Milton City Hall 13000 Deerfield Parkway Suite 107E (Council Chambers) Milton, GA 30004 678-242-2500

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Football: Continued from Page 12 mores who made major contributions. Standout linebacker Pat Jasinski will be the leader of next season’s senior class, which should continue the team’s recent run of success.

MOUNT PISGAH: The Patriots ran off 12 straight victories before losing 17-16 to eventual state champion Aquinas in the Class A semifinals. The team had a small senior class, but will have to replace running back Browning Dunn, three receiver/defensive backs and a handful of linemen.

But the Patriots return dual threat quarterback Aaron Winchester, his top two receivers and almost all the front seven on defense, including standout lineman Shingi Chigwere and the entire group of linebackers.

FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN: The Paladins (5-5) came within an overtime loss in their season finale from a winning season, but will have to replace almost all their skill position players on offense as well as their linebackers and secondary on defense.

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Quarterback Hunter Bryant heads the list of the Paladins’ graduating seniors, along with his No. 1 target Alex Edmonds, the team’s top lineman Clay Hostetter and leading tacklers James Wilson and Taylor Cookston, who were also 1-2 in rushing. Standout punter Ian Berryman, who started at wide receiver, is another senior graduating.

Al Morrell, who directed the Paladins to a .500 season in his first year as head coach after coming over from Creekview, will return most of his linemen.

But receiver/cornerback Dalton Depew is the lone major contributor returning.

KING'S RIDGE: The Tigers went 4-6 with a pair of close, late-season losses in the region and a strong showing against Class A semifinalist Mount Pisgah despite some key losses to injury. Most of the team's starters in the offensive and defensive backfields are returning, but a number of starters in the offensive line and the defensive front seven were seniors.

Receiver Penny Hart leads the list of returning starters, with quarterback Henry Jones also back, but linemen Cliff Farrow and Chris Bryant and linebacker Sam Jarrard will be difficult to replace.

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Blotter: Continued from Page 2 carry a license, driving while suspended, underage drinking and DUI. Afterward, the officers went to the Laurel Oaks Lane home to check up on Stubbs’ claims there was a party there.

The homeowner came to the door and said she had been asleep.

When told there may be underage drinking in the home, she let police inves-

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR REZONINGS Petition Number: Location: Applicant: Request:

Petition Number: Location: Applicant Request

RZ13-17 13980 Freemanville Road Fuqua and Associates To rezone from AG-1 (Agricultural) to CUP (Community Unit Plan) to develop 9 single family residences on 16.98 acres.

RZ13-19 13941 and 13943 Hwy 9 North Ashton Atlanta Residential, LLC To rezone from O-I (OfficeInstitutional) to TR (Townhouse Residential) to develop 24 single family residences.

Public Hearing:

Mayor and City Council Meeting Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at 6:00 p.m.

Location:

Milton City Hall 13000 Deerfield Parkway Suite 107E (Council Chambers) Milton, GA 30004 678-242-2500

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DEATH NOTICES Linda Lynn Baker, 45, of Cumming, passed away December 21, 2013.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

John Wayne Barnes, 71, of Cumming, passed away December 20, 2013.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Charles Eugene Burnette, 74, of Cumming, passed away December 19, 2013.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Paul Burrell, 83, of Canton, passed away December 18, 2013. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

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tigate. Inside, they found evidence of drinking in the basement and more in the son’s bedroom.

Officers reported drug activity as well, including “numerous plastic bottles” that had been converted into makeshift pipes.

Jesse Mason, 19, of Laurel Oaks Lane, was arrested for possession of marijuana, underage drinking and possession of drug-related paraphernalia.

Christian Bryant Holmes, 20, of Hopewell Road, Alpharetta, was arrested for underage drinking.

Dorothy Calo, 94, of Roswell, passed away December 21, 2013. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Home.

Jesus Dominguez-Rivera, 4, of Roswell, passed away December 20, 2013.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Home.

Robert Eugene Foehr, 88, of Milton, passed away December 15, 2013. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Joseph Fontana, Jr., 50, of Marietta, passed away December 17, 2013.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Alice Rausch, 83, of Alpharetta, passed away December 22, 2013. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Michael Joseph Guidry, 62, of Woodstock, passed away December 23, 2013.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Eva Mae Talley, 90, of Cumming, passed away December 22, 2013. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Aleah Susan Keeton, 33, of Cumming, passed away December 20, 2013.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Matt Loner, 36, of Woodstock, passed away December 14, 2013. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Andronicky Martin, 86, of Gainesville, passed away December 22, 2013.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Matthew John Martin, 44, of Cumming, passed away December 17, 2013.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

David E. Miles, 90, of Alpharetta, passed away December 22, 2013.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Albert Alpha Poole, 88 of Roswell, passed away December 23, 2013.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Okey Blaine Taylor, 91, of Cumming, passed away December 20, 2013.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Mary Lou Tibbetts, 86, of Johns Creek, passed away December 22, 2013. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Stella Villareal, 98, of Alpharetta, passed away December 21, 2013.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Joan F. Ward, 79, of Alpharetta, passed away December 21, 2013. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Robert Sherman Woodruff, 68, of Alpharetta, passed away December 18, 2013.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

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TV. Toshiba with built in DVD Player. $40 negotiable. Call 678-663-0588.

WALL UNIT, burl walnut by Marge Carson; $6500 or offer.

Paid $22,000.

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Pictures on request. $300 for all.

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CHINA CABINET: Cherry. Glass lighted top 78” high x 52-1/2” wide x 16” deep, $1000. 770-826-5239 Couch, love seat, chair: Reupholstered faux tan leather. Lamp, glass top end and coffee tables; $3200.

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SOFA, Clayton Marcus, red print, slight fading, excellent condition $200.

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Excellent condition.

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Stephanie Butler Realtor® 678.296.1774

LUXURY AT THE LAKE Lake Lanier: 3732 Pintail Circle 7 bd • 5 ba • 1 half ba • pool • dock w/ slip • big water views • master on main FMLS #5199278 • $2.399M

MOUNTAIN LIVING Big Canoe: 143 S. Sanderlin Mtn Drive 3 bd • 3ba • master on main • swim/ tennis/golf community FMLS #5206087 • $399,000

THE MANOR The Manor: 2925 Manor Bridge Drive 6 bd • 7 ba • 2 half ba • master on main saline pool/spa • exercise floor, sauna FMLS #5115460 • $1.85M

Lisa Swayne Realtor® 770.241.9165

Deidre Beirne Realtor® 404.783.3372

NEW PRICE Harrington Falls: 1585 Eversedge Drive 6 bd • 6 ba • finished terrace level master upstairs FMLS #5191004 • $749,000

DUNWOODY Spalding Hills: 7950 Spalding Hills 5 bd • 5 ba • 1.5+ acres pebbletech pool • cul-de-sac FMLS #5219011 • $650,000

17+ ACRE HORSE FARM Pure Magic Farm: 13165 Birmingham Hwy 17+ acre equestrian estate • 17 stall barn dressage arena • pool/spa FMLS #4281932 • $1.995M

Laura Falk

Realtor® 770.715.0325

SOLD Highland Manor: 1503 Dartmouth Road 5 bd • 5.5 ba • finished terrace level room for pool • 3 car garage FMLS #5131675 • $669,000

LAKE LANIER LOT Lake Harbor Shores / Gainesville water frontage • survey available FMLS #5078847 • $22,500

SOLD Providence Plantation: 285 Weatherwood Circle • 4 bd • 4.5 ba • finished terrace level • master on main • walk-out backyard FMLS #5174277 • $455,900

Ramsey Flint Realtor® 404.312.2269

NEW LISTING Gladwyne: 125 Gladwyne Ridge Drive 4 bd • 3 ba • 2 half ba • master up 1.7 acres • complete kitchen renovation FMLS #5218776 • $539,000

SOLD Stonegrove: 2025 Stonegrove Place 5 bd • 4.5 ba • master up • gated community in the heart of Roswell FMLS #5183211 • $795,000

LAND IN HALL COUNTY 6019 Ben Parks Road / Murrayville 20+ acres • mountain views power / water / sewer available FMLS #5207786 • $306,000

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