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Roswell man dies in Sandy Springs crash SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — The man who died in a single-vehicle crash Jan. 12 has been identified as 23-year-old Kevin Gerard Austin II of Roswell.

Police responded around 3 a.m. to the 5300 block of Roswell Road and found a red Porsche that was overturned off the roadway.

Officers said the car left the road after missing a turn.

Austin was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash.

A sole passenger was transported to Northside Hospital for treatment. Their condition is unknown.

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Victim catches thief in fake ticket sale FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — After buying fraudulent tickets worth $5,400 for the College Football Playoff National Championship, a local man helped get the counterfeiters arrested.

The 37-year-old victim said he met a man through Craigslist who offered to sell the tickets. The two met at the Starbucks off Peachtree Parkway and the victim bought four tickets for $5,400.

The suspect apparently left quickly, and the victim said he felt there was something suspicious. He got his wife to call the suspect to inquire about buying tickets and the suspect told her he had tickets and would meet her at the same place. The suspect reportedly told his wife the tickets were for the same seats, and the man realized the tickets were fraudulent.

Deputies told him to not follow through with the second sale because it could be dangerous, but the victim still did. The victim tried to get the man’s tag number and take a picture of him, but the suspect then fled.

The man followed the suspect and called 911 and described the suspect’s car. The suspect lost control of the car and was involved in an accident when he and an accomplice ran from the car. Deputies detained them and found multiple fake tickets for the game in the car, but no money was found.

One was arrested for theft by deception and the other for being party of a crime.

Assistant store manager admits to stealing money FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — An assistant manager at a local store admitted to taking more than $800 from the business recently because he needed to pay

Two utility poles and a brick wall were damaged in the incident. Police are still investigating.

Austin was a 2013 graduate of Roswell High School, where he played on the football team. He continued to play football at Auburn University before transferring to Mesa Community College in Arizona. After Mesa, Austin signed a scholarship to join the Louisville Cardinals football team.

He was a student of the University of Louisville majoring in computer science and engineering.

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for car insurance and child care.

The district manager said the store was missing seven deposits to its account, which apparently had been made by the 24-year-old woman, who was the assistant manager as part of her job.

The woman reportedly admitted to taking the two deposits, one for $309 and a second for $552, along with about $1,000 worth of store merchandise.

The woman said she took the deposits and would repay the debts. She said she was going through a separation and needed the money for car insurance and child care.

She was arrested for theft by taking.

Man suffers car trouble; robbed on side of road FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A man said he was robbed recently after pulling over due to car trouble.

The 29-year-old man said he was leaving a friend’s house around 1:30 a.m. when his car started having some issues. He pulled over along Keith Bridge Road when another car stopped behind him and offered assistance.

The suspect then got out a firearm and demanded money. The victim gave him around $400 and his debit card.

The suspect then fled the scene, but dropped a cell phone before leaving.

The victim brought the phone to the Sheriff’s Office and an investigator was called.

Car stolen from dealership while engine left running FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A Ford Explorer was stolen from Billy Howell Ford recently after the keys were left in it while it was being serviced.

An employee said he was working on the vehicle with the engine running when he went inside to retrieve additional items. When he came back out, he saw a suspicious person in the car he was servicing who then drove off with that car.

The employee was unable to catch

up and the suspect left the lot with the car.

Deputies canvassed the lot and found another car with its engine running that was not on the dealership inventory. Police looked up the car in the database, and a 38-year-old came back as the owner. During the investigation, the abandoned vehicle owner’s mother called the dealership and said she tracked her son’s cellphone to that location.

Lot employees found multiple other cars had been entered without permission, with several items found in the car he left behind.

According to investigators, the suspect reportedly gained access to the dealership without permission, stole a container full of vehicle keys, went into numerous vehicles and finally stole the Explorer.

The stolen car was entered into the system.

Thief makes away with 63 cartons of cigarettes ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Around 2 a.m. on Jan. 16, an unknown suspect entered the Kroger on Ga. 9 and stole 63 cartons of cigarettes while the store was closed.

Security footage showed the man, wearing a black hat, black coat and khaki pants, use his hands to open the front door of the store. Surveillance footage shows the suspect briefly speaking to an after-hours employee.

The man then walked back to the front door but ducked down when he reached the cigarette cartons.

The man then took a mixture of 63 cartons of cigarettes, loaded them into a large trash bag, and exited through the front door. Footage showed the man entering a black sedan, but police could not determine the make or model or the man’s age and height. There were no visible fingerprints in the area of the theft.

The store’s manager told police he would speak with the employee who spoke to the man and would send police any information to confirm his identity.

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City disbands Cumming Fair Authority

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — The Cumming Fair Authority is officially defunct after the City Council voted to disband it.

At the Jan. 16 meeting, the council approved an ordinance to dissolve the Authority citing “there no longer exists a need for a recreational authority with respect to the Cumming Fairgrounds.”

All of the property of the Authority, real and personal, as well as any and all deposits, accounts and assets of any kind will be returned and now belong to the city.

The council voted at the same

meeting to create the Cumming Fair Board whose mission will be limited to addressing issues related to the annual Cumming Country Fair and Festival and making recommendations to the City Council which will have final say on all fair-related matters.

Composition of the board has yet to be set, but it will have between five to 20 members, all unpaid volunteers and all appointed by the City Council. They will remain on the board until they are removed, replaced or until they resign.

At the council’s November meeting, former Mayor H. Ford Gravitt, said there had been a lot of hoopla regarding the Cumming Fairgrounds

and Cumming Fair Authority. At that same meeting, the City Council voted to transfer all income from the 2017 Cumming Country Fair & Festival – a little over $1 million – to the Fair Authority which had been operating the Fairgrounds.

Critics of the Fair Authority had argued the city received no revenue from the fair and had no say in how it is operated. The Authority, partly made up of current and former city officials, exercised control of the Fairgrounds.

“The Fair and Fairgrounds need to be controlled by the people who are elected,” Mayor Troy Brumbalow said Jan. 9. “They’re the ones who are

The Fair and Fairgrounds need to be controlled by the people who are elected.”

TROY BRUMBALOW Cumming mayor accountable to the citizens. But a Fair Board could serve a lifetime and make recommendations. They just won’t have all the authority as to what goes on.”

County seeks public input on SPLOST projects

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County wants to hear from residents on the projects they’d like to see in the upcoming Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, or SPLOST. A series of upcoming information sessions will be held the next few months around the county. No formal presentation will be made and residents are encouraged to drop in at any time during the meeting hours. There will also be a virtual option at forsythco. com.

SPLOST is a special 1 percent voter-approved sales and use tax in Forsyth County for a specified period of time, up to six years, raising an estimated amount of revenue for designated programs or named capital projects.

The sales tax has been in place in the county since 1987 when it was first approved by voters. Since then, six referendums have continued the program.

The Forsyth County Commission is

currently discussing plans to schedule an eighth SPLOST referendum to be voted on in November 2018.

County Manager Eric Johnson said prior to the referendum, the commission will develop and approve a list of potential projects to be funded.

“It’s important we educate them,” Johnson said. “At the same time we need to have an opportunity to hear from them very early before we start to even talk at the board level about what should be on the list.”

Past SPLOST programs have provided funding for multiple infrastructure projects that otherwise may not have been possible. These include: • New roads, road widenings, intersection improvements and sidewalks • Fire engines and fire stations • Land for parks and green space • Libraries • The county’s new courthouse, jail and downtown parking facilities • Animal shelter

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“It’s important for the board members to hear from their constituents,” Johnson said. “I’ve been in this business for 30 years and I know how valuable it is for the public to get the opportunity to tell them what they think early in the process rather than only reacting later.”

The participation will help staff members understand what’s needed throughout the county by the people who will be utilizing these projects the most.

“We’re hoping to get a sense of if we’re going to divvy up the pie, what are the relative values,” Johnson said.

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Upcoming input meetings will be held throughout the county throughout the next few months. Those include: • District 2 Tuesday, January 30, 10 a.m. – noon • Old Atlanta Park Recreation Center, 810 Nichols Road • District 4 Wednesday, January 31, 10 a.m. – noon • Coal Mountain Park Community Building, 3560 Settingdown Road • District 5 Wednesday, February 7, 10 a.m. – noon • Windermere Lodge, 4444 Front Nine Drive • District 4 Thursday, February 8, 6 - 8 p.m.

• Hampton Park Library, 5345 Settingdown Road • District 1 Tuesday, February 13, 6 - 8 p.m.

• Central Park Recreation Center banquet room, 2300 Keith Bridge Road • District 2 Thursday, February 22, 6 - 8 p.m.

• Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Technical College, 3410 Ronald Regan Boulevard • District 3 Tuesday, February 27, 10 a.m.- noon • Post Road Library, 5010 Post Road • District 5 Wednesday, February 28, 6 - 8 p.m.

• County Administration Building lobby, 110 E. Main Street • District 3 Thursday, March 8, 6 - 8 p.m.

• Fowler Park Recreation Center gym, 4110 Carolene Way to do that at home, so we’re trying to figure it out here as well.”

SPLOST has been popular in Forsyth County, Johnson said, probably because taxes aren’t rising for residents.

It’s also a good opportunity to complete projects that are necessary but not too glamourous, like the courthouse which was funded through the last SPLOST, he said.

“They aren’t beloved by very many people, but they’re core requirements of county governments,” Johnson said.

“But at the same time, we were putting money into libraries and transportation. It’s something you can dedicate to building and developing things and leaving property taxes to generally go to ongoing operations.”

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County sets Council OKs 2 million-gallon water tank qualifying fees

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By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The fees have been set for the upcoming county elections.

There will be six open offices, including District 1 and 3 on the County Commission, solicitor general, state court judge and District 1 and 2 on the Board of Education.

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CUMMING, Ga. — High water demands have forced the city of Cumming to look into building a 2 million-gallon water tank along Ga. 400.

The Cumming City Council voted Jan. 9 to seek bids for the project which would be located at the Georgia Regional Transportation Authority Park and Ride lot on Deputy Bill Cantrell Memorial Road.

The estimated cost is $5.1 million.

Cumming Utilities Director Jon Heard said the water tower has been under consideration for years.

The city’s water system currently has 3.8 million-gallons of elevated storage, but it should have 6 million-gallons, he said. The goal, Heard said, is to be able to store about a quarter of treated water needed for the population, and a new tower would meet that goal.

The tank’s proximity to Northside Hospital Forsyth will enable the city to provide an exclusive source of water to the hospital in the event of an emergency, he said.

“The proposed 2 million-gallon elevated water tank will improve supply to high demand areas near Marketplace Boulevard,” Heard said. “High water demands in the summer have caused issues with our water system, especially on the hottest days.”

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GET OUTSIDE, GEORGIA: A winter hike to Lover’s Rock If you’ve been reading Get Outside Georgia for a while, you have probably realized that I’m a hopeless romantic.

So how could I resist a hike to a place that the locals call “Lover’s Rock”?

STEVE HUDSON Yes, Lover’s Get Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net Rock.

Sometimes the most intriguing outdoor adventures are hiding in plain sight, and Lovers Rock is one of them. It’s one of the hidden treasures you’ll discover when you hike the fascinating trail at Allenbrook, part of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area’s Vickery Creek Unit.

Vickery Creek is said to be named for a Cherokee woman, Vickery, on whose land the creek began. She was forced west on the infamous Trail of Tears, but her name remained. Settlers eventually began calling the creek “Big Creek,” but you’ll hear it referred to by both names today.

Vickery Creek was made to order for providing water power – and that was good news for 19th century entrepreneur Roswell King. King devel-

A hiker approaches Lovers Rock along the creekside trail. oped textile mills there (and also set the stage for what would become the booming town of Roswell) beginning in the 1830s. By the 1850s the industrial complex along Vickery Creek included cotton and woolen mills. Among the products produced at the woolen mill was the gray wool cloth used to make Confederate uniforms during the Civil

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War. Some of those 19th century structures can still be seen today, and one of them is the red brick building known as “Allenbrook.” It was built in the 1850s as residence and office for the manager of the Ivy Woolen Mill. When Union troops passed through on their way to Atlanta, the manager raised the French

flag in an attempt to save the mills and the house. He was partially successful; Union soldiers burned the mills but left the house alone.

This week’s hike begins behind Allenbrook, descending to the creek and eventually leading you to a truly massive stone cliff – Lover’s Rock!

You’ll start at the CRNRA parking area (1) adjacent to Allenbrook (2), just over a quarter mile north of the light at Riverside Road/Azalea Drive.

Keep a sharp eye out for the turn. You’ll miss it if you’re not careful.

The trailhead is at the far end of the parking area, from which you’ll follow a path across a grassy area and enter the woods (3). You’ll then descend two long curving flights of timber-and-earth steps to an intersection (4) where you can go left, right, or straight ahead.

Most hikers go straight first, making their way down a run of 21 steps to a lookout spot at the top of Lover’s Rock (5), also known as Lover’s Leap or the Vickery Creek Overlook. From the top, Lover’s Rock offers spectacular views along Vickery Creek – especially this time of year when the leaves are off the trees. Be extremely careful in this area,

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At its Jan. 16 meeting, the City Council approved the ordinance that identifies prohibited noises, exemptions and penalties for violations. Penalties are set under the city code of ordinances section 1-11, and include a $1,000 fine or imprisonment for a term not exceeding six months, or any combination depending on the violation.

The restrictions identify offending sounds and establish distances from residential areas where they are audible.

Restrictions for noises audible within 300 feet run from 7 a.m. through 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 7 a.m. and midnight on Friday and Saturday.

The restrictions tighten to 100 feet from 11 p.m. through 7 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and midnight through 7 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Businesses must also comply with the rules.

• Some of the prohibited noises during those time periods include: • Mechanical sound-making devices such as televisions, stereos and musical instruments.

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other devices for the use of drawing attention for advertising • Party noises that occur on a private property that produce noise that is plainly audible. A person in charge of a party should be designated as an adult who resides in or on the premises where the party is occurring and is at the party There are five exclusions which include noises: 1. Made by manufacturing, governmental or commercial entities in the normal course of business 2. Emanating from any University of North Georgia event on its property or any Forsyth County Schools event on its property 3. Part of a special event sanctioned by the city including community celebrations or in recognition of holidays and events held at the Cumming Fairgrounds 4. Sound volumes produced by radio, tape player or other devices from within a car on a street or highway 5. Made by law enforcement and other public safety officials performing public functions Restrictions were also set on the operation of landscape equipment, such as leaf blowers, lawn mowers and chain saws, within 300 feet of any residential zoning from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.

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Students raise awareness about manic depression

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — After four Lambert High School juniors noticed a classmate wasn’t acting herself due to mental illness, they decided to try to help.

The four students, Shivani Bharadwaz, Caroline Cavalcanti, Siri Gandreddi and Montse Gonzales, are all interested in pursuing the healthcare field and helping anyone suffering.

They formed a nonprofit organization called Manic Depression Suppression with the intention of helping other students and those in the community who are impacted by it.

“Our organization will not only educate these victims and put them on a track to a better life, but it will also raise money to help fund this very expensive disorder,” Gandreddi said.

When they noticed their close friend starting to have breakdowns, they saw her depressed for weeks and then happy other times.

“We now know those are phases of hypomanic and clinical depression,” Gandreddi said. “She started to lose her friends and the ones she loved could not recognize her. Our own relationships toward her began to break away.

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Four juniors at Lambert High School, from left, Siri Gandreddi, Shivani Bharadwaz, Caroline Cavalcanti Geraldo and Montse Gonzales, created a nonprofit organization called Manic Depression Suppression to raise awareness.

After two to three months, she began going to a psychiatrist and had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder.”

Since that incident, Gandreddi said the group researched the disorder,

learned there are many people struggling with it and decided to try and make a change in the community.

They have been asked to present their project, which they’re doing

through the medical club HOSA, at schools and colleges. Additionally, they are partnering with the National Alliance on Mental Illness to raise money and spread more awareness. To do that, they are in the process of making an app and more.

“It is necessary to raise awareness because there is a high suicide rate with this disorder,” Cavalcanti said.

“This is also the most expensive mental disorder so there is a large need to raise money for it.”

Even with the awareness they’re raising, the group understands the topic can be sensitive and controversial.

“We do not want to sugar coat the severity of this disorder because it is important to get the message out to our community, push people to make a change and check if they have symptoms that correlate to this disorder,” Bharadwaz said. “People need to know about manic depression since many people go undiagnosed because they don’t know the symptoms of this disorder. 5.7 million American adults are diagnosed with it and this number is only going higher due to our carelessness toward this illness.”

To help the group, contact them at manicdepressionsuppression@gmail. com or go to dbsalliance.org.

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Now climb back up to intersection 4. Turning right will put you on a short section of trail that quickly ends.

Going left, however, begins a long and relatively gentle descent. You’ll pass an intersection with a spur trail (6) that goes right, but that trail becomes overgrown and soon disappears. To stay on the main trail, go left and continue downhill to a set of four flights of wooden steps (7) which carry you over a steep section and down to the Vickery Creek floodplain – and to intersection 8 with the floodplain trail.

Should you go right or left at that point? Going right (downstream) puts you on a lightly used trail that soon swings away from the creek and eventually ends at a map post just a few yards from the road. It’s theoretically possible to access the trail at that point, but it would be difficult.

Since a right turn from intersection eight doesn’t really take you anywhere, most hikers go left (up the creek) instead. It’s a nice walk along a clear trail, and it offers beautiful views of shoals along the creek.

As you hike upstream, you’ll notice rock outcrops (9) alongside the trail.

The overhanging ledges provide protection from the elements, and many were used by the area’s original inhabitants for shelter or as living space. These outcrops becoming larger and more dramatic the farther along you go.

And then, suddenly, there it is – another view of Lover’s Rock (10), this time as seen from the other side.

From creek level you really get a sense of the massive scale of this cliff.

Its shelf-like overhang soars about 100 feet above the floodplain, offering shelter that was utilized by the early inhabitants of this area. It is, by almost any measure, the most spectacular of the rock shelters to be found in CRNRA – and seeing it is your reward for making it to the end of the trail.

After exploring the rock shelter, backtrack to intersection eight and climb the steps to return to the parking area near Allenbrook.

There are a number of other great trails in the Vickery Creek Unit of CRNRA. We’ll take a look at some of those trails next time.

Learn more about the hiking trails of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area in Steve Hudson’s book Hiking the Hooch. It’s available from local outfitters, from the park headquarters at Island Ford, and on Amazon.

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Feds approve Georgia’s plan for school improvement Act to be implemented despite governor’s rejection

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com ATLANTA – Now that the federal government has green-lighted Georgia’s plans for school accountability and improvement, the hard work of getting results – and bringing competing interests together – begins for WOODS the state’s 1.8 million public schoolkids.

Last week, the Georgia Department of Education learned its Every Students Succeeds Act was approved by the U.S. Department of Education, freeing the state from the remaining federal barriers under the now-defunct No Child Left Behind law.

Georgia’s plan was one of six state plans approved in January by the U.S. Department of Education; bringing the total to 35 ESSA plans approved so far.

Last year, the U.S. Department of Education allowed states more local flexibility from federal mandates, provided each developed a plan to “best offer educational opportunities to meet the needs of the state and its students.”

In approving Georgia’s plan, Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos lauded the state’s focus on “closing the gap” between lower and higher performing students, and the state-developed College & Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI), which measures student and school achievement across a broad spectrum of benchmarks.

The approval of the plan was a victory of sorts for Georgia Superintendent of Schools Richard Woods who submitted the plan without the approval, or signature, of Gov. Nathan Deal.

While the governor’s signature was not required, it signals a growing rift between the two powerful entities on the best ways to improve public schools.

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The Milton Business Alliance named multiple new board members at its Jan. 16 meeting. Sharon Mays (sixth from right) was named the organization’s new chairwoman. Mayor Joe Lockwood (center) gave his “Mayor’s Address” at the meeting.

Milton Business Alliance looks to thrive under new chairwoman Organization seeks to grow, retain comradery

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — As the city grows, so too does the Milton Business Alliance.

The organization, which aims to foster relationships and growth for Milton’s business community, hopes to expand in 2018 under the direction of a new leader.

Sharon Mays of Mays and Associates CPA and an MBA member since 2012 has taken over the role of chair.

She replaces Joey Sargent who had held the position since last January.

Mays said it is an exciting time to be introduced to her new role.

“Business has taken off along with the city’s growth,” Mays said. “[MBA] has opened up not just to residents, but also those who do business in Mil-

ton, which has been a benefit to all.”

Mays was named chair at the MBA’s first meeting of the year on Jan. 16 along with a host of new board members. Many of the organization’s longstanding members stepped aside at the outset of the year, allowing for “new blood with fresh ideas to expand the MBA’s influence,” Mays said.

“We’ve had a lot of great people who have served for many years, but we have a great new board of directors, and with all the new people on it’s going to be an exciting year,” Mays said.

The MBA has begun to work closely with the city, and Mayor Joe Lockwood gave his “Mayor’s Address” at the Jan. 16 meeting. Lockwood said that the city’s business owners should never hesitate to reach out to the city with concerns. As a small business owner,

Lockwood said he understands the importance of fostering a strong business community and the city is available to assist.

The MBA is aiming to host meetings at Milton City Hall this year, but Mays said the organization will be adding new initiatives other than just “meet and greets.”

The group plans to sponsor more “fun” events, aimed not necessarily at talking business, but to grow the relationships of its members. The MBA will also increase its social media output and develop ways to spotlights its members to help them succeed.

Even with the growth the group has seen in recent years, Mays said the MBA has stayed true to its ultimate mission which is to create a sense of comradery among Milton business owners.

“The expansion has not changed the feel,” she said. “We have still been

able to keep that neighbor-like feeling and have continued to support each other while we’ve expanded. That is the special part of the MBA. It’s not just ‘what can you do for me,’ but how can we help each other grow.”

Not only is the MBA unique, so too is the city’s business areas, Mays said.

Unlike other cities, Milton’s commercial areas are not centered in the municipality. Rather, the Crabapple, Birmingham Highway and Deerfield corridors surround the city’s rural areas.

“Though we may be at three corners, we are coming together as one Milton business community,” Mays said.

The MBA will host its next meeting in February, a joint event with the Alpharetta Business Association.

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Sawnee EMC to retire $10M of patronage capital CUMMING, Ga. — Sawnee Electric Membership Corporation recently announced that it is preparing to retire approximately $10 million, to over 94,000 eligible current and former members, through a general retirement of patronage capital.

This action will provide a retirement of funds to individuals, businesses and governmental entities, who were members of the cooperative and received electric service from Sawnee EMC at any time during 2001.

Because Sawnee EMC is a not-for- profit electric cooperative, each year, its members receive an assignment of what is known as “patronage capital” in the records of the Cooperative. Each member’s assignment is based on the amount of revenue they provided to the Cooperative through their electric bills during a particular year.

All members who received electric service from Sawnee EMC at any time during 2001 are eligible to receive an allocated portion of this general patronage capital retirement.

Aria Salon named among top in country NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Aria Salon.

Spa.Shoppe, with locations in North Fulton and Forsyth County, earned the distinction of being named to the Salon Today 200 by Salon Today Magazine for 2018. It is the seventh time Aria has earned the title of being recognized as an elite salon in the nationwide competition.

Aria Salon.Spa.Shoppe, owned by Mechelle & Matthew Khodayari, is located in the Alpharetta Commons on Roswell Street and at the Collection at Forsyth.

Puff n Fluff Pet Spa internationally recognized JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Puff n Fluff Pet Spa is the first grooming salon in Georgia to be awarded “Approved Grooming Facility” status with the International Professional Groomers, Inc., which certifies and approves groomers and facilities worldwide.

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Approximately $10 million will be distributed to these members, with the average refund being about $105. However, it should be noted that each member’s refund will vary based on the amount of revenue they contributed via their power bills during 2001.

Existing Sawnee EMC members, who received electrical service from Sawnee EMC during this period, will receive their patronage capital retirement in the form of a “credit” on their March 2018 electric bill. Former members who no longer have an active account with Sawnee, and have a valid forwarding address on file, will be mailed a check to their last known address on or around April 2, 2018.

Executors of the estates of deceased members who have not yet received their refund, should contact Sawnee’s Customer Service Center at 770-887-2363 or by email at customerservice@sawnee.com, to find out if their family member’s estate could potentially qualify for a voluntary early retirement of patronage capital.

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MarineMax Cumming welcomes new members CUMMING, Ga. — Recently, three new sales associates joined the team at MarineMax Cumming.

Originally from Dacula, Adam Emanuele has been in sales for over 17 years. He recently made a switch from the RV business to the boat business.

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Small business owners who have high levels of trust with both their customers and employees demonstrate this by keeping their promises, being reliable and showing responsibility.

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Comcast to close Alpharetta facility Company plans to relocate positions

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Comcast has announced plans to close its operation on North Point Parkway in Alpharetta, a move the company says will affect more than 500 local jobs.

The news and entertainment company is the largest broadband and cable provider in the country but plans to relocate some of its local workforce to other Atlanta area locations, according to Comcast spokesman Alex Horwitz.

In all, 529 part-time jobs will be affected between now and the time the

company’s lease on the North Point facility expires in June. The company says 239 of the part-time workers will be relocated to other facilities in Metro Atlanta. Another 290 employees are being asked to sign up for 190 available call center jobs.

The effected employees handle a variety of duties, such as business and residential customer support and arranging service technician appointments.

Horwitz said the move is also an effort to change its customer service model to create more full-time positions that will result in “more highly specialized sales professionals.”

Horwitz also said Comcast is growing its local presence, adding jobs at its Central Division headquarters near Sun Trust Park.

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CALENDAR ROSWELL RESTAURANT WEEK

BIG APPLE CIRCUS

Through Feb. 25, times vary. See high wire performances, flying trapeze acts, daredevil roller skating, live comedy shows and more. No wild or exotic animals are used. All proceeds from Opening Night and a portion for the rest of the run will benefit Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

Tickets start at $25. Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre, 1775 Founders Parkway, Alpharetta. For more information and tickets, visit bigapplecircus.com.

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EVENTS: ADOPT-A-STREAM

What: The Bacterial Monitoring Workshop will teach volunteers how to monitor Escherichia coli levels in their adopted waterway. Participants must be at least 11 years old.

When: Saturday, Jan. 27, 9 a.m.

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

MINDFULNESS COURSE

What: The Mindful Living Project was developed for people who want to reduce stress and anxiety in their lives, quiet the voice in their heads and live for every moment.

When: Saturday, Jan. 27, 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Where: Decision Point Wellness Center, 10700 State Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: themindfultoolbox.com

SHOWCASE CONCERT

What: William Pu Music Academy Presents a Winter Showcase Concert featuring all strings with harp and piano.

When: Sunday, Jan. 28, 5-6 p.m.

Where: Johns Creek United Methodist Church, 11180 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

WOMEN AND TEEN SAFETY AND SELF-DEFENSE

What: Teenage girls and women can learn situational awareness and self-defense. Limited space is available. Please wear athletic shoes and comfortable clothing to the class. Register online.

When: Tuesday, Jan. 30, 6-8:30 p.m.

Where: Johns Creek Police Department, 11445 Johns Creek Parkway, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

CAULEY CREEK/ QUAIL HOLLOW PARK PUBLIC INPUT What: The public is invited to provide input on the future of Cauley Creek/ Quail Hollow Park. Consultants and city staff will be available to answer questions.

When: Tuesday, Jan. 30, 7-9 p.m.

Where: 11180 Medlock Bridge Road, Room 207, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

COOKING CLASS: EVENING IN BUDAPEST

What: In this hands-on class, learn how to make red borscht soup, goulash, Hungarian cucumber salad and Hungarian torte. Complimentary wine is served with dinner.

Where: Tuesday, Jan. 30, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

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

EFFECTIVE INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAM MEETING

What: Learn how to use effective communication skills to develop a partnership with your child’s Individualized Education Program team.

When: Tuesday, Jan. 30, 7-8:30 p.m.

Where: Forsyth County Board of Education, 3950 Overlake Drive, Cumming More info: northfulton.com

THE FUTURE OF THE NORTH POINT ACTIVITY CENTER

What: Help shape the future of the North Point Activity Center at this Community Conversation. Discuss the vision, how to achieve it, public investments and policy changes.

When: Wednesday, Jan. 31, 6:30 p.m.

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

What: Highlighting the diverse culinary experiences Roswell has to offer with over 30 local restaurants to try.

When: Through Jan. 31 Where: Citywide More info: roswellrw.com

FOR CHILDREN: INTERGENERATIONAL PRESCHOOL MUSIC PROGRAM

What: Intergenerational programs enrich the lives of participants while reaching across the perceived barriers of generational divides.

When: Friday, Jan. 26, 11-11:30 a.m.

Where: Arbor Terrace at Crabapple, 12200 Crabapple Road, Alpharetta More info: thegeorgecenter.com

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGAMABOBS

What: This is the 6th Annual Juried Show by the Roswell Fine Arts Alliance.

When: Jan. 27 through April 2, times vary Where: Arts Center East Gallery, 9100 Fouts Road, Roswell More info: rfaa.org

SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: TAMARA BOGGS What: Tamara Y. Boggs is a freelance visual artist residing in metro Atlanta whose mediums are acrylic and oil paint, graphite and charcoal.

When: Through Feb. 12, all day Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

LIBRARY EVENTS: GIRLS WHO CODE

What: Girls Who Code is a national club created with one goal: to close the gender gap in technology. ages 6-12.

When: Saturday, Jan. 27, 10:30 a.m.12:30 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-613-6735

JOURNEY TO LITERACY

What: Children will hear a story, complete a fun craft and take home a copy of the book presented in the program. Ages 3-8.

When: Saturday, Jan. 27, 11 a.m.-noon Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4050

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What: Hear several local church choirs, including from Chapel Roswell and New Life Presbyterian Children’s Choir, in this free concert.

When: Sunday, Jan. 28, 3-5 p.m.

Where: Chapel Roswell at Roswell United Methodist, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com What: See a stage production of Lois Lowry’s classic book “The Giver.”

When: Jan. 13, 20, 23 and 27, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $10 More info and tickets: get.org

“TENDERLY: THE ROSEMARY CLOONEY MUSICAL”

What: Meet local author Hannah S. Palmer as she talks about her book “Flight Path: A Search for Roots Beneath the World’s Busiest Airport.”

When: Saturday, Jan. 27, 2 p.m.

Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: afpls.org

What: Find new books and media on sale. All profits support the library and its programs. Teen and adult volunteers needed to set up and tear down the Book Sale.

When: Jan. 26-28, times vary Where: Northeast Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org

What: Based on the life of Rosemary Clooney with a fresh and poignant picture of the woman whose unparalleled talent made her a Hollywood legend.

When: Jan. 11-28, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $15 More info and tickets: get.org

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What: See the artworks of some of the best local high school art students.

When: Jan. 19-Feb. 2, all day Where: Roswell Visual Arts Center, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

What: Learn about the library’s website, how to put items on hold, its databases, digital resources and more.

When: Monday, Jan. 29, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4419 What: Chef Lynn will teach how to incorporate superfoods into recipes.

Samples for all.

When: Monday, Jan. 29, 6-7:30 p.m.

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

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You can get on track for retirement (NAPSI)—There’s good news for anyone worried about saving for retirement— you already have what it takes to be a smart saver!

A recent survey by AARP and the Ad Council revealed that Americans are getting the most out of every dollar in many areas in their lives, with 92 percent using money-saving hacks like comparison shopping, using coupons, and signing up for customer reward programs.

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• Ensure they can utilize their home safely. Evaluate their home in comparison to their physical and mobility limitations to determine if they can continue to utilize their home safely, confidently, and securely. Depending on their specific needs and challenges, they might need to transition into a smaller home with senior friendly features to ensure that they stay safe.

• Make their home safer. If you have identified areas of the home that might be risky with aging, make sure that you make the necessary modifications as soon as possible. This can include putting in more lights, adding grab bars and hand rails throughout the home,

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What’s new in Melanoma – Part 1 Brought to you by: Dr. Brent Taylor Premier Dermatology and MOHS Surgery of Atlanta Melanoma is often a confusing diagnosis for patients and their loved ones. Available tests and treatments are complicated.

Statistics can appear to contradict one another. And navigating clinical trials and DR. TAYLOR research opportunities can be overwhelming. Fortunately, advances are being made against this cancer. Physicians can increasingly provide their patients with clarity. Now, there are more reasons than ever to be hopeful.

Melanoma is a cancer of the pigment-producing cells of the skin. These cells, called melanocytes, are the same ones that allow many people to tan in the summer. When one of these cells goes bad and becomes cancerous, we call it a melanoma.

Melanoma “in situ” is the mildest melanoma. Invasive melanoma is worse. And “metastatic” melanoma is melanoma that has already spread.

If melanoma cells are still confined to the highest level of the skin (the epidermis) then the melanoma is still “in situ” or in the site it should be. For a melanoma in situ, removing the cancer surgically can result in a cure rate of 99%. Once a melanoma has invaded below the epidermis, the melanoma is “invasive.”

Invasive melanomas can often be cured by excising them (cutting them out with a margin of healthy-looking tissue), the deepest invasive melanomas have often spread even before they can be excised.

Finally, metastatic melanoma is melanoma that has spread to other parts of the body. Each of these categories of melanoma has had exciting advances in recent years.

This week, we will take a look at an important advance in treating melanoma in situ and shallow invasive melanomas. Next week, we will discuss tools and treatments for more aggressive melanomas.

For melanoma in situ and some shallow invasive melanomas, “real time” Mohs surgery has come into its own as the state of the art method for treating melanoma in areas of the body such as the nose and eyelid where it is important to spare as much healthy tissue as possible.

Mohs surgery is well known for being the gold standard method for curing basal and squamous cell carcinomas of the skin. Prior to recent years,

difficulties staining melanomas made it difficult to perform “real time” Mohs for melanoma. As a result, “slow Mohs” developed, but slow Mohs is a misnomer: With slow Mohs, a melanoma or other cancer is cut out and sent to a lab where a pathologist checks the edges in the “Mohs manner” – that is, the pathologist looks at all the edges and maps out where tissue needs to be removed. Slow Mohs typically requires 1-3 days for results, and the patient waits with a bandaged but still open wound while results are being obtained.

Each additional “layer” of tissue that has to be removed requires an additional 1-3 days of processing time.

In contrast, true Mohs surgery for melanoma or melanoma in situ involves using special stains in the Mohs surgeon’s own laboratory.

This is same day “true” Mohs surgery because the same dermatologist is both the surgeon and the pathologist.

Staining takes 1-3 hours per layer. As a result, multiple layers of Mohs surgery as well as the final suturing step can usually all take place in the same day.

True Mohs surgery for melanoma is available at only a few practices in the state of Georgia, but as knowledge of this technique grows it should increasingly become the treatment of choice for melanomas in locations such as the face, scalp, shins, hands and feet where tissue-sparing is important.

For particularly delicate locations such as the edge of the eyelid, true Mohs surgery often involves a team approach.

The Mohs surgeon will often clear the melanoma from someone’s eyelid in the morning. Then, the patient may have eyelid reconstruction with an oculoplastic surgeon that afternoon or the following day. True Mohs surgery for melanoma allows for faster, high quality treatment and expedited cure and reconstruction.

At Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta, we are proud to be one of the only practices in the state of Georgia offering true Mohs surgery for melanoma. If you or a loved has been diagnosed with a melanoma in a cosmetically or functionally sensitive area such as the scalp, face, hands, feet or shins, then consider a consultation with Dr. Brent Taylor and explore whether true Mohs surgery for melanoma is right for your.

This week, we reviewed what melanoma is and discussed the exciting availability of Mohs surgery for melanoma. In the next issue, we hope you’ll enjoy learning about new diagnostic and prognostic tests for invasive melanoma and hearing about exciting modern treatments that were not available just a few years ago.

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The disagreements for the most part are tied to accountability and local control. Deal pushed for more targeted, mandated testing, beginning in kindergarten. Woods maintains he is acquiescing to local districts which are demanding fewer required tests and more options to gauge success.

Disagreement also revolves around Georgia’s annual school “report card”– the CCRPI – which was first implemented in 2012. The approved ESSA plan puts more emphasis on performance and achievement on the CCRPR, and less emphasis on non-tangible goals for underperforming student groups.

For example, the revised CCRPI gives more points to the academic performance of students in rigorous classes, such as Advanced Placement, and less on simply the number of students enrolled. Anecdotally, the points received on the CCRPR for Advanced Placement participation may have caused schools to push unprepared students into rigorous courses.

Woods said he wanted to minimize “point chasing” by districts to increase their CCRPI grade. He noted the ESSA plan is the product of the people, not just his department or politicians.

“Thousands of Georgians – parents, students, educators, policymakers, members of the business community – gave us their feedback as we worked to create our state’s ESSA plan,” said Woods. “We listened and heard. This plan is a direct response to that feedback, and reflects our continued focus on expanding opportunities for Georgia’s students.”

The Georgia Department of Education is now working to immediately implement key provisions of the ESSA plan, with that work continuing into the 2018-19 school year.

To review the approved ESSA plan, visit the Georgia Department of Education website at www.gadoe.org and follow the links.

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LOVE YOUR MARTY FARRELL/ CUMMING VIETNAM VETERANS

Civil Air Patrol Lt. Colonel Chris Auger speaks at the January meeting of Cumming Chapter 1030 of the Vietnam Veterans of America.

Cumming Vietnam Veterans learn about Civil Air Patrol opportunities for youth CUMMING, Ga. — To borrow a phrase, the Civil Air Patrol in Cumming is looking for a few good young people between the ages of 12 and 17. That’s the word from the local Cadet Squadron Commander, Lt. Colonel Chris Auger in a talk with the Cumming Chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America.

The civilian volunteer auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force currently has a presence in the community and is about to launch a recruitment effort to increase its ranks. The Civil Air Patrol has been around since 1941 and operates the

largest fleet of single engine aircraft in the world. It carries out a number of congressionally chartered activities including search and rescue, disaster relief and aerospace education.

The Cumming Patrol meets weekly at 7 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary building located at 1045 Dahlonega Highway. Young people interested in becoming a cadet should visit during the recruitment open house on Thursday, Feb. 1.

For more information, call Chris Auger at 407-416-9318.

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Dr. Shackelford utilizes the most modern equipment and techniques available including: • All ceramic crowns, veneers and fillings • The Waterlase Dental Laser, allowing him to perform many procedures without anesthesia • He’s a certified Invisalign provider

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John Thompson reflects on a life in football, business venture

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Those who visit Clothes Horse in downtown Alpharetta are likely to see the friendly, smiling face of co-owner John Thompson behind the counter, ready to provide what he calls a “real service” to those looking for casual and comfortable clothing.

Thompson’s welcoming attitude, soft southern-drawl and readiness to assist is perfect for a business owner, but it’s hardly something you’d expect in a southern football coach of nearly four decades.

For the past 38 years, Thompson has spent his days and nights in the locker rooms, practice fields and sidelines as defensive coordinator for some of the most prolific collegiate football programs in the nation.

He coached with Steve Spurrier at South Carolina, Nick Saban at LSU, Lou Holtz and Houston Nutt at Arkansas, Ron Zook at Florida and Jeff Bower at Southern Miss. Couple that with stints at Alabama, Ole Miss, Arkansas State, Louisiana Tech, Memphis, Georgia State and Texas State and two years as a head coach of East Carolina,

It wasn’t just about winning, but also being off the field and being able to be with those guys. We had good players that were so much fun to coach and coach (Tim) McFarlin is so good at what he does and just lets us coach...”

JOHN THOMPSON Clothes Horse co-owner, Blessed Trinity football defensive coordinator

and it’s easy to see that Thompson’s career has been rich with experience and talent.

“I’ve had a very blessed career,” Thompson said. “It’s all I’ve ever wanted to do.”

But perhaps the most memorable season is his most recent as defensive coordinator at Blessed Trinity High School and leading the Titans to the program’s first state championship in football.

“I don’t think I’ve ever enjoyed a season as much,” he said. “It wasn’t

just about winning, but also being off the field and being able to be with those guys. We had good players that were so much fun to coach and coach (Tim) McFarlin is so good at what he does and just lets us coach. There was no drama, nothing. The players bought-in and it was a dream come true.”

Following BT’s 16-7 win over Marist on Dec. 15, head coach Tim McFarlin, as well as linebacker Jake Rudolph were quick to point to Thompson as vital to the state title.

But Thompson disagrees.

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“They took me to the state title,” he laughed. “It was a true blessing.

The season also currently bookends Thompson’s career with high school state championships. He was hired as defensive coordinator by legendary Arkansas and Texas high school coach John Outlaw in 1979, leading Arkadelphia High to a state title in his first season.

BT’s season under Thompson almost never got its start, unless, as he put it, the stars seemed to align.

After leaving Texas State in 2015, Thompson opened Clothes Horse with his wife, Charleen, and for the first time in decades found himself without a football-related job.

Thompson knew of the sports-scene around Roswell after working under Jeff Bower — a legendary Roswell High School athlete who led the Hornets to five state championships in baseball, basketball and football — at Southern Miss.

He also became familiar with Blessed Trinity’s former defensive coordinator Tim Ewing when they worked together at Georgia State.

Missing the coaching scene, Thompson decided to pay Ewing a visit one

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John Thompson is expanding Clothes Horse, doubling the size of the the Downtown Alpharetta store. He joined Blessed Trinity as the team’s defensive coordinator in 2017, leading the program to its first state championship after a stint of over three decades coaching at the collegiate level. day at BT. Just two weeks later, Ewing had taken a job at Walton as defensive coordinator, leading to a call from McFarlin asking Thompson if he’d want to join the Titans’ coaching staff.

And a few months later, Thompson could add another state championship to his list of accomplishments.

Thompson knows he will continue coaching next year, but as of now, he’s not sure whether that will be at Blessed Trinity, another school or perhaps back at the collegiate level. No matter where he lands, Thompson said he is

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“This is a really unique chance for residents to not just get a hands-on learning experience, but to also interact with first responders.”

The Citizens’ Fire Academy will be held on 10 consecutive Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. beginning Tuesday, March 6, and continuing through May 8, with end-of-session activities on Saturday, May 12. The course will be held at Fire Department Headquarters at the Forsyth County Public Safety Complex located at 3520 Settingdown Road in northern Forsyth County.

Participants must be 25 years of age or older, have no prior felony conviction, pass an acceptable background check and be a resident of Forsyth County. Participants must be willing to make a 10-week commitment to the program.

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DEATH NOTICES Kevin Austin II, 23, of Roswell, passed away January 13, 2018.

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Melvin Bloom, 88, of Alpharetta, passed away January 11, 2018.

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Carl Bridwell, 73, of Roswell, passed away January 11, 2018.

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Thelma Culves, 94, of Roswell, passed away January 15, 2018.

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Nancy M. Morning, 84, of Cumming, passed away January 12, 2018. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Kimberly Allyson Kelly, 37, of Cumming, passed away January 12, 2018. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Luigi Lunghi, 91, of Alpharetta, passed away January 11, 2018.

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Esther Marie Schmidt, 92, of Cumming, passed away January 15, 2018. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Freddy Surridge, 54, of Cumming, passed away January 14, 2018. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Evelyn Tanksley, 91, of Alpharetta, passed away January 12, 2018.

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Betty A. McAllister, 86, of Cumming, passed away January 12, 2018. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

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FINGERS, LIPS, WINGS, RIBS, PULLED PORK OR CHICKEN AND VEGGIES World Famous Chicken Fingers by the dozen $18 • Buffalo $19 Buffalo Chicken Wings: mild, hot, honey hot, BBQ, lemon pepper, teriyaki ten $10 • 20 $20 • fifty $50 • 100 $100 Chicken Lips: 1/2 dozen $13 • dozen $26

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