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ROSWELL, Ga. — A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. will arrive March 26 to examine all aspects of the Roswell Police Department. The assessment includes policy and procedures, management, operations and support services. Verification by the team that Roswell Police Department meets the Commission’s state-of-the-art standards is part of a voluntary process to gain accreditation – a highly prized recognition of public safety professional excellence. As part of the on-site assessment, agency personnel and members of the community are invited to offer comments at a public information session

POLICE BLOTTER All crime reports published by Appen Media Group are compiled from public records. Neither the law enforcement agencies nor Appen Media Group implies any guilt by publishing these names. None of the persons listed has been convicted of the alleged crimes.

Jewelry, silverware taken during move ROSWELL, Ga. — Several pieces of jewelry and silverware were reported stolen Feb. 20 after a woman started unpacking in her new home. The woman told police that she had moved to Lake Forest Circle in August 2017 and that she had secured the jewelry and silverware in a drawstring bag and box prior to the move. While unpacking months later, the family noticed that two rings, a bracelet and the 12 piece Dueberry International Silverware were gone. Several people had been in the residence for remodeling since they moved in, the woman said.

Fake system update costs store $1K ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A store employee

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at 5 p.m., March 27 at Roswell City Hall. If for some reason an individual cannot speak at the public information session but would still like to provide comments to the assessment team, they may do so by telephone. The public may call 770-640-4182 on March 28 between 1-3 p.m. Telephone comments, as well as appearances at the public information session, are limited to 10 minutes and must address the agency’s ability to comply with CALEA’s standards. Anyone who wants to submit a written comments may write to the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement, Inc. (CALEA),

13575 Heathcote Boulevard, Suite 320 Gainesville, VA 20155. The Roswell Police Department must comply with 484 standards in order to gain accredited status. The department has been nationally accredited since 1995. Once the CALEA assessors complete their review of the agency, they report back to the full commission, which will then decide if the agency is to be granted reaccreditation status. Each assessment consists of three years, during which the agency must submit annual reports attesting continued compliance with those standards under which it was initially accredited.

reported Feb. 26 that someone had stolen $1,000 from their store after pretending to update the store’s computer system. The employee said that someone had called the Kroger on Ga. 9 and said that there was an issue with the system for Western Union. The caller told the employee that they needed to access the store’s log to perform an update to the system. The employee gave the caller the store’s account number and login information. After the information was entered, the system rebooted, but Western Union stayed down. According to Western Union, two transactions were made that day, for a total of $1K, both to a Univision prepaid card. The employee did not remember much about the caller’s voice, and police were not able to find the phone number used in the call.

reported Feb. 21 that someone had forced their way into the maintenance shed and stolen $1,200 worth of equipment. The incident occurred overnight Feb. 20 while no employees were present. Police verified that someone had pried open the shed, damaging the latch and frame. Damage to the doors alone was estimated at $2,500. Inside the shed, a red and black Honda 4,200 PSI pressure washer, worth $1,200, was gone. No other items were removed from the shed.

Maintenance shed damaged, $1.2K pressure washer stolen JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The property manager of The Estates at Johns Creek

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Game systems stolen during home robbery JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A man reported Feb. 20 that multiple game systems, worth $700, were stolen from his residence while he was away. The man returned to his home at 7:30 p.m. that night at Hunts Pointe Drive, only to realize that the wooden gate to the backyard was open. The rear door leading to the garage had also been forced in.

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Got Allergies?

Springtime Q & A with Dr. Thomas Chacko Rated one of the Top Allergists in Atlanta and selected for the cover of Atlanta Top Doctor Magazine, Dr. Thomas Chacko is Atlanta’s expert in Allergies and Asthma. With recent speaking opportunities on CNN, HLN, WebMD, and Fox News, Dr. Chacko is sought after nationally for his expertise in all areas of adult and pediatric allergy and immunology. These days though, Dr. Chacko is extremely busy with Atlanta’s exceptionally high spring pollen counts. Here are some Q and As to learn both about Dr. Chacko as well as treatment for springtime allergies.

Where did you grow up?

I grew up in Queens, N.Y. My parents still reside in Bayside Queens—where I grew up. I only left home to attend college at Penn State University and then medical school at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia.

When did you discover medicine and decide to make it your career?

My mother is a pediatrician, and I always admired how much she enjoyed her work. That led me to medicine. I knew at a pretty young age that I wanted to be a doctor, likely around 9th grade or so.

How did you discover allergy medicine and decide that it was the right specialty for you?

In my first year of residency at NYU, a fellow resident told me to check out the field of Allergy/Immunology. I learned I get to take care of both children and adults as well as get to know families (as allergies tend to be hereditary). I did a few rotations and really fell in love with the field. To this day, I’m very happy I chose this path and hope to practice as long as I can.

Do you have a mentor or someone who has been instrumental in your career?

Again, It would be my mother. She loved what she did and it was also how she provided for our family.

Will you tell us a little bit about your family?

My wife is a high school teacher. She taught at both Miton and Cambridge and now works partime in my practice. I have 3 children, Christina, 10 years old; Jaya, 8; and TJ, 7. We live in the area, a community called Harrington Falls in Alpharetta. All 3 children attend Alpharetta Elementary (Go Eagles – both AES Eagles and Superbowl champs – Philadelphia Eagles – my wife is a hardcore Philly fan).

What can we do to help treat these springtime allergies?

I would recommend you watch the pollen counts to help gage what the environment would be like. I would try to minimize exposure , possible by driving with the windows up as well as keeping the windows closed at home. Saline rinses are also a natural way to help clear your sinuses of pollen and mucus. Also there are good over the counter medications such as the antihistamine and nasal steroid sprays.

Then, you should likely go see an allergist. There are many other treatments, such as immunotherapy than can desensitize to the pollen. Most of my patients who are on allergy shots are doing much better with the spring pollens.

Any other tips?

Don’t let your spring be miserable. See your doctor and get on the proper treatment to enjoy the springtime.

What if none of this is working and still miserable in the spring?

www.ChackoAllergy.com Please call 770-475-3361 to schedule an appointment. Offices in: Roswell, Cumming, Duluth and Johns Creek

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Alpharetta passes initiatives to manage downtown parking Council sets fees for inadequate stalls, expands hourly limits By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A pared-down Alpharetta City Council passed sweeping changes to its downtown parking policy Monday. The new plan expands the number of city-owned spaces that impose time limits, and it sets a fee for new and expanding businesses who fail to provide adequate parking on their own property. For close to a year, the city has tried to settle on a parking management plan for its Downtown District, which has seen a flood of commercial, office and residential growth in the past decade. The first proposal passed Monday included three changes to the Downtown Code relating to parking. It sets out minimum requirements for private schools, establishes payment-in-lieu fees for businesses with inadequate parking and provides the City Council with the authority to grant exceptions for parking requirements on a case-by-case basis. The revised code sets a payment-in-lieu fee com-

mercial property owners must pay for each space they do not provide on their own property. The fees are set up on a graduating scale whereby the city charges $4,500 for the first five spaces. Fees increase to $8,000 each for the next 15 spaces, and so on. Alpharetta’s Downtown Code requires a minimum number of parking spaces for certain types of businesses based on their size. Typically, the city requires one parking space for every 333 square feet of office space and for every 500 square feet of retail. If a development is found lacking, the owner must pay a fee for each deficient space. Ostensibly, the money collected from these fees helps the city develop new parking accommodations. “There is no perfect solution to parking,” Mayor Pro-Tem Donald Mitchell said after the 4-0 vote. “I really feel this plan as proposed is sensitive to small businesses by only charging $4,500 per space, so we can get the mom-and-pop businesses in our downtown as we desperately need.” Prior debate among council members centered on whether taxpayers are subsidizing business owners for parking space. Based on the most recent cost calculations for the new Milton Avenue parking deck, each parking stall runs about $24,000. Mitchell, however, argued that businesses use the

spaces only one-third of the day, and residents and visitors benefit from their availability the rest of the time. Along those lines, the City Council heard from downtown property owner Jim Parsons who criticized the city for failing to keep up with parking demand. The city has historically failed in holding business owners accountable for parking, he said. The revised code, he argued, is not enough to accommodate demand. “I don’t see how we can afford to have inadequate parking for a new development,” he said. “We already have inadequate parking, and we can’t afford to have any more.” In a related matter, the City Council agreed to expand the number of downtown public parking spaces that are subject to time restrictions. The downtown area already imposes time restraints in some areas of Main Street, Milton Avenue, Canton Street and along one row of stalls at the city lot on Old Roswell Street. The revised plan imposes a three-hour limit on all parking in the Old Roswell Street lot (with the exception of four privately owned stalls) and sets time limits along new streets within the Teasley Place development in downtown.

Alpharetta may lose out on $100 million sports treatment center Bill to ease regulations on medical facilities fails to move forward By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A bill that would have helped pave the way for a $100 million sports medicine facility to open in Alpharetta has failed in the 2018

Legislature. The proposed treatment center is associated with orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews, a leading sports medicine doctor who has treated some of professional sports’ hallmark players, including Bo Jackson, Michael Jordan,

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John Smoltz and Brett Favre. Backers for the facility have spent the past two years planning for the Alpharetta site, but the legislative failure could divert their attention to Houston, where regulatory laws are less severe. Georgia requires healthcare facilities to undergo a regulatory process that includes a certificate of need, whereby a medical center or hospital must show its services do not overlap with other nearby facilities. State Sen. John Albers introduced a bill in February that would cut through much of the regulatory red tape, but it failed to muster enough support to survive last week’s crossover deadline in the Senate. “I was disappointed Senate Bill 462 did not make it out prior to the crossover deadline,” Albers said in a statement Friday. “We had very little time after legal challenges were hastily adjudicated.” The Legacy Sports Institute would have brought an estimated 200 jobs to the area. The state Department of Community Health approved the Andrews project in 2016, saying it would offer the type of quality care not currently available in the area. But, local hospitals WellStar North Fulton and Northside appealed

that decision in court, and a Fulton County Superior Court judge sided with the hospitals, reversing the state approval. In February, the state Court of Appeals affirmed the Superior Court’s ruling. Backers of the project circulated a letter at the Capitol from Smoltz, who credited Andrews with extending his pitching career. It wasn’t enough to move legislators into pushing the bill forward. “We will continue this important fight to allow the free market to thrive in Georgia,” Albers said. “Dr. Andrews is vitally important to our community and state. We should be rolling out the red carpet for him and my intention is to streamline this process and remove antiquated laws.” Representatives from Legacy Sports Institute did not return requests for comment about the bill’s failure. In a press release issued earlier, the company said the facility was planned to feature operating and procedure rooms, rehab facilities, a sports performance center and athletic fields. Andrews is associated with four facilities throughout Alabama and another near Pensacola, Fla. He began practice in Columbus, Ga., where he gained notoriety as a leader in the treatment of devastating elbow, knee and shoulder injuries.

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Commissioner on opioid crisis: ‘There is hope’ Official seeks to fight deadly draw of drugs By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Zachary “Zack” Elliot was 21 years old when he disappeared overnight from his in-laws’ house in Newnan. Zack, whose family had a history of alcoholism, had willingly undergone months of treatment for opioid addiction prior to his sudden disappearance. He had a stable job, went to AA meetings every day and seemed to be on the right track. “He was doing everything he was supposed to be doing,” his mother Robin said. But on April 30, 2011, Zack relapsed — he drove off into Atlanta at night and called a heroin dealer. “I started praying,” Robin said after Zack’s family couldn’t locate him. “Just please let my son be in jail. Because I thought, those were the only two options. “But at 3 p.m. that afternoon, I got the call that they had found his body in

the back seat of his grandparent’s car. He had overdosed on heroin.” Zack had traveled to “The Bluff,” a neighborhood located southwest of Georgia Tech, which has been labeled “The Heroin Capitol of the Southeast.” But the opioid problem is not isolated to that small section of Atlanta. The city’s northern suburbs, including Alpharetta and Johns Creek, have seen sharp spikes in opioid-related deaths in recent years. So much so that portions of North Fulton, Cobb, DeKalb and Gwinnett counties have since become known as the “heroin triangle.” Zack’s story has become a familiar one to many families living in the affluent suburbs. On March 4, dozens of these community members met at Christ the Shepherd Lutheran Church in Alpharetta to hear Robin and County Commissioner Bob Ellis speak about the rising opioid crisis in North Fulton. “The numbers are staggering, and they have not gotten any better,” Ellis said. “The death rate in Fulton County alone is about double the national average.” The opioid crisis encompasses three types of drugs: prescription pain killers, heroin and synthetic opioids such as

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Robin Elliot helped pass the Georgia 911 Medical Amnesty Law after her son, Zack, overdosed.

Commissioner Bob Ellis discusses the rising opioid epidemic in North Atlanta.

fentanyl and carfentanil. And while there is no one “silver bullet” solution, Ellis said, there is hope. “The numbers are staggering, but there is hope,” Ellis said. “This is a man-made crisis. And we all have it within our powers, if we all work together in different ways, to end the epidemic. We can change the script on those numbers.” Each year, there are two national drug takeback days held for people to safely dispose of unwanted prescrip-

tion drugs to avoid potential misuse from family members or friends. Proper disposal can be crucial as up to 70 percent of opioid abusers get pills from their friends and families, Ellis said. Additionally, there are 23 drug boxes spread out across Fulton County that allow for year-round collection. Non-prescription opioids are harder to deal with. Fentanyl and carfentanil are both newer types of opioids that

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Opioid: Continued from Page 6 to deal with. Fentanyl and carfentanil are both newer types of opioids that can be hundreds of times more potent as heroin, which in turn makes them more likely to cause an overdose. The two are almost indistinguishable from heroin, and dealers and buyers often can’t tell the difference. Overdoses from fentanyl and carfentanil often require multiple doses of naloxone, an opioid antidote, to reverse. Since 2016, Fulton County has committed $98,000 to outfit emergency responders with naloxone. Ellis also said he was a “big believer” in creating more behavioral and mental health resources within schools and youth communities to help youth avoid drugs and alcohol as an escape. Fulton County has already implemented one initiative, the first in the Southeast, to provide an anonymous 24/7 texting line for youth in crisis. Text A Tip (844-201-9946)

links students with licensed clinicians from the Fulton County Department of Behavioral Health, who can provide resources or send emergency responders. It currently has pilot programs in Milton, Cambridge and Roswell high schools. After Zack’s death, Robin helped pass Georgia’s 911 Medical Amnesty Law on April 24, 2014 and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Georgia Overdose Prevention. The law ensures protection for people who call 911 seeking medical assistance for someone experiencing a drug or alcohol-related overdose. Neither the caller nor the victim can be arrested, charged or prosecuted for small amounts of drugs, alcohol or drug paraphernalia if the evidence was obtained as a result of seeking medical assistance. “There are no real second chances for my son,” Robin said. “But what we’re trying to do is provide second chances for other people… If they’re alive, there’s hope.” To learn more and get help, visit georgiaoverdoseprevention. org.

LETTER TO EDITOR

Our first reaction is to ‘do something.’ School shootings are a plague on the public psyche and happen not because of one single legal, moral, medical, or societal construct fails but because of lapses of adherence to laws and common sense. We don’t respect or trust our teachers enough. The media reports stories of students asserting their rights in the classroom, and the teachers are being stripped of authority. This is a grave sin. Teachers are willing to die to protect their charge and should be given complete support. We should also consider allowing those willing and skilled to be armed. There are root causes to school shooters: a fractured home life, impulse control requiring medication, detached from community, callous to life, bullied, mocked, a loner. The killer’s history of erratic behavior now looks glaring in the carnage at the school, but he is ultimately responsible. The lack of accountability by the authorities has been appalling. Hollywood has always been fascinated with the darker side of mankind. We pay to view film and spend moral equity rationalizing it. Conflict is resolved at the point of a gun. Parents should use more discretion in what their children watch. At issue is the unformed value system of teenagers who still possess self-control problems.

Legislation cannot fix everything, and frequently changes nothing of substance. The NRA supports gun legislation and the laws we already have and would support reasonable legislation going forward. The operative word is reasonable, and the debate becomes hysterical on that one thought. The Second Amendment guarantees the right of a person to defend himself, his loved ones, and his property and has done more for civil rights than any government program. It is an equalizer for defense from harm or tyranny. But it does not confer a right to attack, which is a crime and must be dealt with swiftly, and if need be, severely. Murder, and the evil heart required, is not caused by guns. A lack of respect for the dignity and sanctity of human life is a root cause. We are a selfish people, whose cultural identity is warped by disdain for the most fragile among us. We should protect the most innocent of human life, without rationalizing an individual right of convenience. It isn’t only about changing laws, but of changing hearts, minds, and values. Love your neighbor. Want to do something? Start there. —Kevin Horgan, Roswell

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Fulton Schools to host safety meetings at Centennial High Six new police officers hired by district By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. - Fulton County Schools will engage the community on the topic of school safety during a public forum Thur​sday night at Centennial High School in Roswell. The two-hour meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. in the school gymnasium. “Parents have asked for more information about the strategies and measures in place to keep their children safe, and that is the goal of these meetings,” said Shannon Flounnory, Fulton Schools executive director of Safety and Security. Superintendent Jeff Rose will lead a discussion on current security measures, including how ongoing training, drills and safety plans prepare schools for potential scenarios. The forum will also go over the investments that have been made across the district to enhance security. “The meeting will open as a general session to hear from the district’s safety experts,” Rose said. “Attendees will

then be divided into small groups to provide feedback on the discussion.” That feedback will be shared with the Safety and Security team for strengthening the district’s current practices. Members of the Fulton Schools police force, local police departments and school system counselors will be on hand to address community partnerships, mental health and preventative strategies. General safety information and protocols will be discussed, but specific strategies will not be shared so that the district’s tactical advantage is protected when responding to a potential security event. “Listening to our parents is important, and the small group breakout sessions will allow them to reflect on what they heard and then share feedback,” Flounnory said. “Discussion on carrying weapons is not part of the formal agenda.” Although the information will be suitable for all ages, parents should exercise judgement when deciding whether to bring young children, he added. Centennial High School is located at 9310 Scott Road in Roswell.​ Fulton Schools expands police force

Listening to our parents is important, and the small group breakout sessions will allow them to reflect on what they heard and then share feedback.” SHANNON FLOUNNORY Fulton Schools executive director of Safety and Security

following Fla. shootings The size of the Fulton County School System police force will expand to nearly 70 officers with the creation of six new police positions. The decision was made by the Fulton School Board during a retreat last week and was due in part to the school shootings in Parkland, Fla., last month. “Our Safety & Security staff had previously been tracking trends of critical concerns occurring throughout the country within our nation’s schools

and decided to be proactive within the budgetary asks,” said Shannon Flounnory, Fulton Schools executive director of Safety and Security. “The decision is considered a critical need and underscores the school board’s commitment to safety and security following the tragic Parkland, FL. shooting.” The additional police will bring to 69 the total number of specially trained, POST-certified Fulton Schools’ officers who patrol and secure all district schools and auxiliary buildings. Officers are assigned to every middle and high school in the district, as well as some elementary schools. Once hired, the six new police officers will go through 4-6 weeks of field training before being assigned their patrol beats and school assignments. The time from vacancy to when an officer reports for duty is about 6-8 weeks. The positions will be paid for through the end of the year using funds from the district’s reserves. In future years, they will be funded through the general fund. The Fulton County Schools Police Department is a division of the school system and was created in 1989 to provide armed law enforcement within the district.

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Fulton Schools now support student expression on March 14 Middle and high schools to provide time for walkout By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. -Officials with the Fulton County School System have reversed their policy on the National School Walkout Day on March 14, and are now allowing a “structured, organized” event that morning for students who wish to participate. “This is a learning opportunity for our students,” Fulton Superintendent Jeff Rose said. “The district will provide support to schools, ensuring a supervised environment. We will allow students to respectfully express their support for those impacted by the Parkland, Florida shooting.” At 10 a.m. on March 14, all middle and high schools will have adjusted bell schedules to participate in “expressions of support for the Parkland, Florida community,” Rose said. The event is optional for students. Organized by the Women’s March Youth EMPOWER group, the March 14 event calls for students, teachers, school administrators and others to take part in a 17-minute school walkout at 10 a.m. that day to protest what the group believes is Congress’ inaction to do more about school violence. Originally, Fulton leaders said students would face disciplinary action if they left classes without permission to participate in the nationwide walkout. Reasons cited were primarily for safety and disruption issues. While many supported that decision, equal numbers criticized the

Blotter: Continued from Page 2 The man immediately called 911 instead of going in, but police did not find anyone inside. The man told officers that a Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and Playstation 4 were missing. Additionally, the man’s digital thermostat system had a notification that it had detected someone with its motion sensor in the house at 2:36 p.m. Several rooms showed signs that someone had rifled through them, with disturbed papers and opened drawers. The contents of one trash bag were emptied on the floor, and the bag itself was taken from the home. No active alarm system was installed in the home.

district for what they saw as violating the free speech of students. The revised stance attempts a balance, with district leaders careful to phrase the March 14 event as a time to show respect for those killed in the Parkland, Fla., shooting on Feb. 14 – not as a protest against government and guns. The shift in stance still has found little consensus, with many parents and students continuing to line up on both sides of the issue. “Schools are for education, not political protest. If students want to express their feelings, it should be organized outside of the school day,” wrote one poster on the Fulton School’s Facebook page. But many saw this as an opportunity for learning, noting that Atlanta is notable for its civic protests and leaders. “I hope on [March 14] you encourage your history teachers to talk about other successful protests. Atlanta has been in the middle of many, and what a great opportunity for Fulton County to highlight them,” another poster wrote. Rose said the conversation on school violence and safety will continue, with principals and school staff listening to students and their ideas about how to express themselves. But parameters will remain in place. “The Fulton County School System fully supports these student expression activities provided they do not disrupt the school day,” Rose said.

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Georgia lawmakers act on safety and recess Education voucher plan dies on Crossover Day By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. - Georgia legislators got serious about school safety protocol, quickly acting on a bill that mandates preparedness drills in every Georgia school. The bill was one of several education related bills that passed their original chamber by Feb. 28 (Crossover Day) and remain alive this session. Senate Bill 457, sponsored by Sen. Horacena Tate (D-Atlanta) was filed on Feb. 20 – just days after the school shooting in Parkland, Fla. – and mandates schools hold regular safety drills under the guidance of Georgia Emergency Management/Homeland Security. The bill quickly passed the Senate, and the House is expected to provide SB 457 with similar safe passage to Gov. Nathan Deal’s desk before the end of the session this month. Currently, all public schools in Georgia are required to have school safety plans – reviewed and approved

Proposed legislation that failed to pass on Crossover Day: HB 482 – Allows the state portion of K-12 funding to be used as an education savings account for private school tuition, home school needs, tutors, etc. Strong opposition from education groups likely led to its unpopularity (especially in an election year.) HB 781 – Allows a school district to use a portion of SPLOST funds for maintenance and operations. Would require a constitutional amendment.

by GEMA and updated annually or as necessary. Senate Bill 457 mandates that schools test these plans through drills and exercises. Catherine Howden, spokeswoman for GEMA/HS, said the agency is “closely monitoring SB 457, and if the proposed legislation is signed by the governor, we will work diligently to meet

the [requirements].” House Bill 273, which addresses mandatory school recess, is on the way to Deal’s office after passing both chambers. But parents may want to temper their enthusiasm over big changes at their local schools. Lawmakers stopped short of mandating daily recess in elementary schools, but strongly encouraged schools to “include an average of 30 minutes per day of supervised unstructured activity time, preferably outdoors” for all students in grades kindergarten through five. The exception would be on days where physical education classes are already scheduled, and in several other cases. The legislation also says schools should not withhold recess for disciplinary or academic reasons. Legislators left it up to school leaders to determine recess for middle schools. And as with many state laws, the mandates can be waived for school districts under a charter agreement with Georgia, all but a handful of the state’s 162 school systems. Many school systems saw the writing on the wall and have already taken action on recess at the urging of parents. Beginning next school

year, elementary schools in the Fulton County School System will have a minimum 15-minute recess each day, with a recommended 30-minute recess on non-PE days. As with state law, Fulton schools will not be able to use recess as a disciplinary or academic tool, and middle school recess will be at the principal’s discretion. Other education-focused bills that cleared their original chamber on Crossover Day and remain viable this session include: HB 718 - Gives schools the option to excuse certain absences for students with parents in the United States armed services. HB 759 – Allows a student with a special needs voucher to remain eligible even after leaving the program for a while HB 852 – Allows a student to remain in their current school till the end of the school year if the family moves within the school district HB 978 – Provides for automated traffic enforcement devices in school safety zones SB 401 - Career-oriented aptitudes and career interests would be part of a student’s individual graduation plan.

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Roswell to convert Canton Street into one-day park April 29 By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell residents can enjoy the familiar face of Canton Street in a new way this spring. Thanks to Bike Roswell!, a nonprofit advocating safe cycling and improved infrastructure, and the city of Roswell, sections of downtown will be converted Sunday, April 29 into a public park for one day. The inaugural Roswell Moves! event will serve a new iteration of the annual Roswell Cycling Festival. It will close off a five-block section of Canton Street, from the south end to Webb Street, Elizabeth Way, Norcross Street, the New East Alley, Plum Street and North Canton Street. The roads will be inaccessible to motorized vehicles and traffic from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with activities taking place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This “open streets” program will invite people to explore their community with a new set of eyes — by walking, pedaling, rolling and playing. “Open streets programs stress the word ‘open,’” said Lise Walker, president of the board of directors for Bike Roswell! “Communities can turn a street into a temporary park, using this

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Roswell Library renovation plans near finalization By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — The Roswell Library is quickly approaching the final stages for its planned renovations, after almost 30 years without any major updates. It is the third busiest library in the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System based on book circulation. Thanks to a library bond referendum approved by Fulton County voters in 2008, the library system has been engaging in a $275 million project to build new libraries and renovate existing branches. The Roswell Library at 115 Norcross Street is one of 23 library renovations slated for Phase II of the project. Phase I was completed in early 2017 and consisted of 10 renovations, eight new libraries and two expanded libraries. The renovations will concentrate on brick-and-mortar improvements such as new roofing, heating and air conditioning, safety equipment, carpeting, furniture, Wi-Fi and technology. It will not include any operational changes, such as altering the book catalogue, and it will not expand the 20,000 square-foot building. The companies spearheading the renovations, including Hogan Construction, McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture and Chasm Architecture, met with dozens of Roswell residents Feb. 23 to review proposed design plans and collect public input. According to Will Bryant, Chasm Architecture senior project manager, the team has focused on areas such as improving mobility access, additional study and meeting places and increasing visibility of ongoing library programs. New furniture, lighting and technology will outfit the building. Additionally, the Friends of the Roswell Library will have more space for their store and for storage under the new plans. New to the library will be an indoor

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Once offering to award one in protest, Williams goes quiet on bump stock Michael Williams, a conservative candidate for governor, is quick to point out that he was the first elected official in the state to publicly endorse Donald Trump. And for the past 18 JOE PARKER months, he hasn’t Reporter joe@appenmediagroup.com so much ridden on the coattails of President Trump as much as clawed to his leg, begging for validation. So when Trump recently suggested that he would push for the ban of bump stocks following the Marjory Stoneman Douglass High shooting, Williams, who normally heralds everything the president says, fell silent. This is probably because following the Las Vegas massacre last October, Williams campaigned through his website that he would give away a bump stock to protest a drive to outlaw the devices. “There is zero evidence that banning bump stocks would prevent any gun violence deaths,” Williams said in an Oct. 16, 2017 press release. “Georgia’s gun owners deserve a governor who will stand with them when liberals and Hollywood elites attack our fundamental rights. That’s why I am standing for the Second Amendment and giving away a bump stock as a show of support.” Oops. By Williams’ argument, Trump’s call for the ban on bump stocks is not only an attack on fundamental rights led by the left, it would also do nothing to deter mass shootings. That is probably not something you want on your resume when you are trying to be the president’s poster boy. Williams, like his political idol, has campaigned on a strategy of inciting voters and playing to the fact he is not a career politician. But what could be more political than going quiet on a stance that you once held so strongly when party leaders come out in opposition? And what could be more political than a little hypocrisy? Around the Super Bowl, a release from Williams stated he is “done with the NFL” resulting from “watching the disgraceful kneeling antics of players during the National Anthem.” He went on to say that players who kneel are “overpaid crybabies” that, without NFL patronage, “would be nobodys (sic) that couldn’t qualify to be garbage men.” Williams was quick to call out these

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Centennial lacrosse blows out Norcross to remain unbeaten Solomon records 500th career point in 22-1 win By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Just past the midway point of the second quarter in Friday night’s matchup with Norcross, Centennial looked well in control and set to begin the season 4-0. After the Knights’ 15th goal, the crowd let out a cheer when it was announced that the goal was assisted by Nicky Solomon. And with his assist, Solomon had secured his 500th career point. According to LaxRecords.com, Solomon is just the 18th high school player nationwide to reach the milestone. The North Carolina commit is 120 points away from breaking the Georgia high school record of 623 career points, a record held by his older brother, Nathan. Solomon netted five goals with eight assists against the Blue Devils, leading the Knights to a 17-1 halftime lead. Solomon and many of the other starters were on the sidelines for the second half, but the Knights continued their dominance on their way to a 22-1 win. It was a commanding performance that shows Centennial is again a favorite for the Area 7 championship and in state championship contention. “Our goal is to win our area and take the No. 1 seed and play at home as long as we can,” head coach Bryan Wallace said. “It’s early in the season so it’s important to take care of those area games that set you up for the playoffs.” With the rain and cold of recent weeks, the Knights have struggled to find adequate field time. “We haven’t been able to get up on a full field because of the weather,” he said. “I think we’ve slowed down in terms of what we’d like to be doing. With the weather getting warmer I think we’ll be able to stretch our legs and start to fill out what we’re looking at.” The Knights’ roster returns standouts, such as Solomon and fellow attackers Ryan Siracusa and Colin Hall, but it also features new talent. “We have some good senior leader-

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Northview girls fall short in Final Four Titans fall in semifinals for second straight year By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com CARROLTON, Ga. — Northview was overpowered by Lovejoy, 70-42, in the state semifinals on Saturday afternoon at the University of West Georgia, the Titans second straight loss in the Final Four. “We ran into a really good team tonight, and we didn’t execute quite how we wanted to,” head coach Chris Yarbrough said. Northview (24-7) had the arduous task of trying to contain Lovejoy’s sophomore standout guards Genesis Bryant, Region 4’s Player of the Year, and Anaya Boyd. But the Wildcats’ talented and quick offense proved too much Saturday, with Bryant, Boyd and center Kayla Brown combining for 45 points. The Lovejoy (30-1) defense was impenetrable in the key for much of the first half, allowing the Wildcats to go on 10-0 and 8-0 runs. Though the Titans had waves of offensive production, they could not keep up with their Clayton

County opponents. “We had to change some things, but their pressure got to us, and we had a tough time getting in flow offensively,” Yarbrough said. “I thought we fought back offensively at times, we could just never turn that corner.” The Titans were also challenged when three of their starters got into early foul trouble. Ashlee Austin and Eden Sample spent much of the second quarter on the bench after incurring three fouls

each in the period. Makayla Davis was sidelined late in the fourth after her fourth foul. Austin, Northview’s leading scorer and Region 7 Player of the Year, fouled out with two minutes remaining in the game. Visibly upset following the foul, Austin walked past Northview’s bench, her nose plugged after it began bleeding following a drive to the hoop. Titans’ senior Camil Butler immediately called to Austin and patted the chair next to her own. After Austin sat, Butler put her hand on her back and consoled the Northview standout as she put her face into her hands. That moment exemplified the comradery among the Titans, as well as the importance of the team’s senior class, Yarbrough said. “They love each other,” he said. “Our seniors, Butler and Jada Reidling, don’t get a lot of minutes, but they come out every night and work just as hard as everybody else. They really left our program in a better situation. They are the all-time winningest senior class for our program.” Butler and Reidling have seen the rise to prominence for the Northview program first-hand. Just four years

ago, the Titans struggled through an 8-19 season. Since then, Northview has won 78 games, captured two region championships and made two straight appearances in the state semifinals. “This squad has fought, scratched and clawed,” Yarbrough said. “We’ve gone through a lot of adversity this year and they kept their heads high the whole time.” The Titans battled through losing their first Region 7-AAAAAA contests since the reclassification in the 201617 season, but still went on to win the region title. Austin, Davis and Innis also fought through injuries to lead the team to the semifinals. “They are warriors,” Yarbrough said. “I don’t think a lot of people in our school would play through what they did this year. I’m really excited how they fought every day.” Though the season came to a disheartening end, the Titans could be in contention for another shot in the semifinals next season. Austin, Davis, Innis, Eden Sample, Jade Buchannan and Maya Richards should all return next season. “We have a lot of strength coming back,” Yarbrough said. “We have to use this loss as momentum going forward.”

St. Francis boys advance to state championship Girls team loses to Wesleyan By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com COLUMBUS, Ga. — St. Francis’ boys and girls basketball teams competed in Final Four matchups last Friday at Columbus State University. The boys team advanced to the Class A-Private state championship and the girls lost their semifinals matchup. The boys punched their ticket to the state title game, their fifth appearance in the last six years, with a dominant 83-54 win over Holy Innocents’. The Knights jumped out to a 40-18 lead at the half and outscored the Golden Bears in all four periods to advance. St. Francis had five players score in double digits, with sophomore standout guard Dwon Odom leading

the offensive charge. Odom scored 20 points, followed by Sam Hines with 16. CJ Riley netted 12 points with three steals and Chase Ellis scored 11 with seven rebounds and two blocks. Caleb Snyder had 10 points with five rebounds. Friday’s lopsided win was the Knights’ third straight in the state tournament. They advanced to the semifinals with a 73-57 win over Walker in the second round and beat North Cobb Christian 87-62 on Feb. 28. St. Francis faces Aquinas for the state championship Friday at 4 p.m. at Georgia Tech. The two programs met in the quarterfinals of last year’s state tournament with the Knights prevailing, 63-48.

Aquinas (26-5) is ranked fifth in the state in Class A-Private, two spots behind St. Francis (27-3), in Sandy’s Spiel poll. Just after the boys game was completed, the Knights’ girls team battled Wesleyan for a chance to earn their third state championship appearance in four years. However, the Knights were outpaced by Wesleyan who earned the 71-49 win. Wesleyan opened the game on a 7-0 run and pushed their lead to double digits in the first quarter. Though St. Francis cut the gap in the second, Wesleyan led throughout the period and continued their momentum for the remainder of the contest. After earning back-to-back state championships in 2015 and 2016, the St. Francis girls team has been eliminated in the semifinals for two straight seasons.

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Restaurateur rescues historic greenhouse The Union owner repurposes structure from old Milton High By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — The old Milton High School in downtown Alpharetta has been reduced to piles of broken concrete, steel and drywall. Its demolition, which clears the way for a STEM school set to open in 2020, marked the end of the historic structure that had served students from 1921-2005 before the opening of the new Milton High. Though the school no longer stands, a local business owner has taken the initiative to save a historic piece of the school. Chris Sedgwick, owner of Milton’s The Union restaurant, has saved the old Milton High School greenhouse from the wrecking ball and will use the structure at his eatery. “I own some property across from The Union that is zoned agriculture, and we always wanted to be able to offer locally grown produce at the restaurant,” Sedgwick said. “It seemed like a perfect opportunity for us to use the greenhouse.” When Sedgwick learned the school was to be torn down, he jumped at the opportunity to purchase the 2,300-square-foot facility from Fulton County Schools. “It took numerous follow-up phone calls to finally get them to sell it to me,” he said.

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The greenhouse used at the old Milton High School will gain a new life at The Union restaurant. Owner Chris Sedgwick has purchased the building which will be used to grow food that will be served at the eatery.

The greenhouse will initially be used to grow herbs and vegetables that will be served in The Union, but Sedgwick said “the sky is limit” for what can be grown in the structure.

“I have a niece that has worked at many farms, from flowers to wineries and even an aquaculture farm.” Sedgwick said. “I am hoping to get her involved with this project.”

In addition to growing food, Sedgwick has also contemplated growing a vital ingredient to “liquid bread,” a moniker for beer. “I have even considered [growing] hydroponic hops for our local breweries as we can get over five harvests per year,” he said. For Sedgewick, the purchase of the greenhouse goes beyond a business initiative. It also serves to retain a vital piece of local history. “I drive by the greenhouse every day and have always thought it was sitting there empty, wasting away,” he said. “The greenhouse was used by the school as a teaching greenhouse and many of the prior students have told me about their classes in the greenhouse. I am super excited to be able to repurpose and start a new life for the greenhouse as well as to keep it in Milton.” The hoop house, a separate structure that covers plants in summer, has already been moved. The relocation of the greenhouse awaits a permit from Milton. Sedgwick said he hopes it will be moved in the next few weeks. The greenhouse is the second accessory structure to be saved by local efforts. The Alpharetta & Old Milton Historical Society led efforts to save the FFA cabin on the school’s property last fall. The initiative began in 2016, and after raising over $162,000, Alpharetta agreed to purchase the building. It was moved off the school’s grounds last October and currently resides in Alpharetta greenspace along Milton Avenue in Downtown Alpharetta.

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U.S. tax reform a ‘game changer’ for international businesses

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Are you paying your employees based on the contributions they are making to help you grow your small business? Is one of your employees who goes the extra mile for your business getting paid the DICK JONES same as everyone Founder & President Jones Simply Sales else? With the ever changing landscape of the millennial generation starting to dominate the workforce, having a compensation plan that “pays for performance” is far better in attracting and retaining great talent. Most small business owners have different positions in their business. Each position has a starting salary and may have annual pay increases based on time in the job. So an employee who has worked for you for five years may be making more money than one who has been working for one year but who has helped you double your sales. Does that sound fair? Guess what, it’s not. The employee who helped you double your sales probably has sent their resume out to look for a new job. Why? Because you’ve made it clear in your compensation plan that contribution doesn’t count. Compensation plans in small businesses need to be aligned to your business goals, such as sales growth or improving customer service. Employees need to know what is expected of them, and rewarded via additional compensation for their contributions. If this is not your model, very few of your employees will be motivated to work harder. Pay employees who increase your bottom line more money than those who don’t. You’ll be surprised at how this type of compensation plan will incentivize everyone to rise up.

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, signed into law last December, will have the largest effects on companies with international operations, according to Justin Johnson, tax manager at Frazier & Deeter. Johnson spoke Feb. 28 at the International Engagement Breakfast at Motovario Corporation. “The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is a new bill that makes widespread changes to JOHNSON the Internal Revenue Code,” Johnson said. “Although enacted less than three months ago, it’s already having a substantial impact on U.S. taxpayers. From an international tax perspective, the act has been the single largest overhaul of U.S. tax law in over 30 years.” Johnson said the act has brought major changes to how the country taxes income earned overseas. There are four key changes he anticipates will have the greatest impact on multinational companies. They include: • The reduction of the corporate tax rate from 35 percent to 21 percent. “One major pro-growth aspect of the legislation is the permanent reduction in the U.S. corporate tax rate to 21 percent, effective as of the first of this year,” Johnson said. “This change will reduce the cost of capital and increase investment and productivity. It will make the U.S. a more attractive place to invest in and headquarter a multinational company.”

• The transition from a worldwide system of taxation to a quasi-territorial one, via the 100 percent dividend received deduction. “Where the Tax Act moves the U.S. tax system toward a more territorial system, the U.S. suddenly becomes a more attractive place to headquarter a multinational business and should, combined with the substantial reduction in the corporate tax rate, substantially reduce inversions and the acquisition of U.S. corporations by foreign corporations,” Johnson said. • The one-time mandatory repatriation. “It’s been well documented that U.S. multinational corporations have housed an estimated $2-3 trillion of earnings offshore,” Johnson said. “Generally, a new law requires that foreign earnings that have previously gone untaxed must be included in a U.S. company’s gross income (i.e. brought back to the U.S. and taxed). These earnings will be taxed at a rate of 15.5 percent for earnings held in the form of cash or cash equivalents and 8 percent on other earnings. This deemed repatriation tax may be paid over eight years with the bulk of the liability being due toward the end of the eight-year period.” • The introduction of incentives for companies that leave their valuable intellectual property in the U.S., and penalties for those that choose to migrate their intellectual property offshore. “The last provisions discussed, require the current taxation of some foreign source income at reduced tax rates. The effective tax rate on foreign-derived intangible income is 13.12 percent and the effective U.S. tax rate on global intangible low-taxed income is 10.5 percent.

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is a new bill that makes widespread changes to the Internal Revenue Code.” JUSTIN JOHNSON Tax manager at Frazier & Deeter. The rules governing those … are extremely complex and it is not immediately apparent what their actual effect will be. In general, however, intangible income is all income in excess of the product of 10 percent and the net of depreciation value of depreciable property.” Forsyth is one of the fastest growing counties in the country, top communities in the state for incoming investment and the home of one of the best cities, Cumming, to start a business, Johnson said. “Furthermore, Forsyth is quietly becoming a hub for innovation forward companies,” he said. “In my opinion, this is the DNA of a locale primed for continued corporate growth from a global perspective. The lowering of the corporate tax rate, transitioning to a territorial system of taxation, allowing companies to reinvest their overseas profits in the U.S. and providing incentives in the form of tax deductions for housing intellectual property in the U.S. are all important drivers of economic growth. By combining these new changes to the U.S. tax law with the current economic make-up of the community, should usher in a new wave of innovation and investment in Forsyth.”

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Sefira Capital, a Miami-based investment firm, has acquired a 13-acre lot on Webb Bridge Road in Alpharetta where it plans to build a new Phase Family Center. Details of the sale, which occurred Feb. 28, were not disclosed. The 60,000-square-foot facility will include a full-service daycare and afterschool programming for children ranging from 6 months to 15 years of age. The Miami-based company plans to grade the other three pads on the site and make them market-ready for future development. Mijael Attias, managing partner at Sefira Capital, said the company took a close look at the area and recognized Alpharetta as an up-and-coming community with potential to grow without losing its natural beauty and Southern charm. The project, he said, will be located near various tech companies which is attractive to investors. Alpharetta is home to more than 600 technology companies. “In just the past two years, Alpharetta has emerged as a businessfriendly environment,” Attias said. “The local community and government have welcomed new developments with open arms and really do seem committed to fostering connections and innovation in the city.” The company says it expects to sell

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Michael Gordy joins growing COUNTRY Financial Team ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Michael Gordy, who won First Runner Up in the 2017 Best of North Atlanta Awards, is joining the COUNTRY Financial team as a Financial Representative. “I joined COUNTRY Financial to fulfil a valuable need in our community,” Gordy said. “It’s a great feeling to help my friends and neighbors achieve their goals.” COUNTRY Financial was formed by a group of Illinois farmers in 1925 as a fire and lightning insurance company.

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MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER:

BULLOCH HALL QUILT SHOW

The Bulloch Hall Quilt Guild will present its 36th Great American Cover-Up Quilt Show at historic Bulloch Hall, featuring over 150 quilts made by local artists and displayed throughout the antebellum home. See the show March 9-18 at Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell. Tickets are $8. For more information and tickets, visit bhqg.org. Looking to get the word out about your event? Submit it to our online calendar at NorthFulton.com/Calendar.

EVENTS: CAR SEAT SAFETY CHECK

What: Help your child stay protected by having your seat checked for free by the Milton Police Department’s certified car seat technicians. When: Saturday, March 10, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Walmart, 5200 Windward Parkway, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.gov

VEGETABLE GARDENING – THE BASICS What: Master Gardeners explain how to successfully create and manage your vegetable garden. There are three chances to join the class. When: Monday, March 12 in Sandy Springs; Tuesday, March 13 in Roswell; and Wednesday, March 14 in Alpharetta Where: Lost Corners Cottage at 7300 Brandon Mill Road, Sandy Springs; Bill Johnson Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell; and Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza More info and registration: nfmg.net

BETTER TOGETHER

What: Todd Williamson, branch manager of the Milton Library, will speak, providing an overview of the library’s current programs and its future. When: Tuesday, March 13, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: City Hall, 2006 Heritage Walk, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us

GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN ALPHARETTA

What: Learn about the latest public projects and developments. The Director of Community Development will be available to present information and answer questions. When: Wednesday, March 14, 6:30 p.m. Where: Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

MOBILE APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT CLASS

What: Learn how to develop and interact with Android applications using Android Studios. No previous programming experience required. Grades 5 and above. When: Wednesday, March 14, 6 p.m. Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info and registration: afpls.org or 770-360-8897

AGING WELL WORKSHOP

What: The workshop will cover topics like finances, assisted living, insurance, downsizing, moving, veteran’s benefits and more. When: Thursday, March 15, 3-5 p.m. Where: Belmont Village at Johns Creek, 4315 Johns Creek Parkway, Suwanee More info: northfulton.com

GARDEN TOUR MONDAYS

What: Enjoy a free 30-minute tour of the gardens and historic plants on the grounds of Barrington Hall. When: Every Monday, through Sept. 24, 9:30 a.m. Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

GARDEN PLOT REGISTRATION

What: The Community Garden offers 52 plots in which people can grow vegetables and flowers. Each plot is 4 feet by 8 feet. Must be a Johns Creek resident and become a member of the Johns Creek Garden Association. When: Registration open through March 15 Where: Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: Membership is $10; application fee is $60 or $25 for seniors More info and registration: sites.google. com/site/johnscreekgardenassociation

JOHNS CREEK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA VIRTUOSO STRINGS

What: Enjoy a special matinee performance featuring a string section in an intimate performance of inspirational music. When: Sunday, March 11, 3 p.m. Where: Johns Creek United Methodist Church, 11180 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek Cost: $16 for students, $27 for seniors, $32 for adults More info and tickets: johnscreeksymphony.org

JOE GRANSDEN’S BIG BAND

What: The Joe Gransden Big Band lights up the stage at the Georgia Ensemble Theatre. The band’s top soloists will be featured throughout the evening. When: Monday, March 12, 8 p.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $30 More info: get.org

“A COMEDY OF TENORS”

What: Set in 1930s Paris, the show features four tenors, two wives, three girlfriends and a stadium full of screaming fans. When: Through March 18, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $12 More info and tickets: get.org

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: “WORD AND IMAGES”

What: The exhibit will convey the different stages in a woman’s life through the theme “Lies, Truth and Heart.” When: Feb. 13-March 30, all day Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

LIBRARY EVENTS:

“REMEMBERING THE WORLD OF ANNE FRANK”

What: Two childhood friends of Anne Frank, Eva Schloss and Ed Silverberg, recount their stories via video as professional actors portray them as teens on stage. When: Tuesday, March 13, 7-9 p.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $10 More info and tickets: get.org

“BOYS NEXT DOOR”

MILTON LIBRARY BOOK SALE

What: Shop book bargains. Proceeds go toward the library and its programs. When: Saturday, March 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4402

What: This play follows four mentally handicapped men living under the supervision of an earnest but increasingly burned out social worker named Jack. When: Through March 18, times vary Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta Cost: Tickets start at $17 More info and tickets: act1theater.com

JOURNEY TO LITERACY

“MISS NELSON IS MISSING!”

MOCK SAT EXAM

What: Musical. Miss Nelson’s class is the worst-behaved in the whole school. But the students are in for a surprise when Miss Nelson is replaced by a scary substitute teacher. When: March 3, 10 and 17; times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $10 More info and tickets: get.org

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, March 10, 11 a.m.noon Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4050 What: Take a full-length, proctored mock SAT exam with individualized score reports. Limited to the first 40 who register. When: Saturday, March 10, 11 a.m.3:30 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info and registration: afpls.org or 404-613-4402

KIDS NEXT CODE

What: Kids Next Code specializes in website design, game design, robotics and Microsoft Office. Laptop or tablet with keyboard preferred. Registration required. When: Saturday, March 10, 2 p.m. Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info and registration: afpls.org or 770-360-8897

ENERGY YOGA

What: Participate in physical exercises to open and clear energy, Qi Gong and meditation. When: Sunday, March 11, 4:30 p.m. Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org or 770-360-8897

ALPHARETTA LIBRARY BOOK CLUB

What: Join for a discussion of “Behold the Dreamers,” by Imbolo Mbue. The club meets on the second Tuesday of every month. When: Tuesday, March 13, 4:30-6 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza More info: afpls.org or 404-613-6735

AP PSYCHOLOGY EXAM: STRATEGY SESSION

What: Join the instructors from C2Education as they help get you prepared for your AP Psychology test this spring with an insightful strategy session. When: Wednesday, March 14, 6:307:45 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4402

PET ADOPTIONS:

FORSYTH COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER

What: Pet adoptions When: Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: The Forsyth County Animal Shelter, 4065 County Way, Forsyth County More info: 678-965-7185

FULTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES What: Pet adoptions When: Every Saturday and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Where: PetSmart, 6370 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta Additional adoptions: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Fulton County Animal Services, 860 Marietta Blvd. NW, Atlanta More info: 404-613-4958

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An extra hour of fishin’ time! Okay, so it’s coming whether we like it or not – the annual transition to Daylight Savings Time. This Sunday at 2 a.m., time as we know it will jump ahead an hour. That means STEVE HUDSON that in the mornGet Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net ing, when your clock tells you it’s 7 a.m., your body will be saying “No… NO!” and screaming that it’s really just 6 a.m. That’s much too early to get up if you don’t have to do so. But is it really so bad? Once I get over that initial chronological shock and recalibrate my circadian rhythm and start doing everything one hour earlier, Daylight Savings Time is not too painful. In fact, just a few days into it (and once I’ve gotten used to it) I decide it’s really a pretty good thing. Why? Because it gives me one more hour of afternoon daylight, and that means I’ll have an extra hour of fishing time. So now I have a decision to make. Where should I go to enjoy that extra hour? So many waters, so little time… But wait. To help me decide what to do with that gift from the Land of Circadia, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources has just updated its 2018 Georgia Fishing Prospects. Waiting for you over on the DNR website (at georgiawildlife.com/fishing-prospects), this neat online resource gives anglers statewide a huge amount of information to help plan that next fishing trip. Here’s how it works. Once you get to the “Fishing Prospects” site, you’ll find two lists – one of reservoirs and one of rivers. In the “Reservoir” category you have 32 different waters (from “Allatoona” to “Yonah”) to choose from; the “River Prospects” category offers an additional 21 choices ranging from the Altamaha to the Toccoa. Let’s say I’m interested in the Coosa River (and I definitely am, since it’s one of Georgia’s best springtime white bass fisheries – something we’ll talk about more here over the next few weeks). I click on the “Coosa” link, and the site takes me to a summary page where I find not only an interactive and scalable map of the portion of river in question but also links to more detailed info on fishing the Coosa as well as specific insights designed to help me fish for various species which I’m likely to find there. One species that’s listed, I’m glad

to see, is white bass. Clicking on the “White Bass” link takes me to a more detailed page where I learn (for example) that while white bass numbers in the Coosa are expected to be down a little this year, the size of the fish should be good with males averaging up to one pound and females running in the two-pound range. That’s good enough for me! I also pick up tips on techniques to use while fishing for those fish, including suggestions on the best lures as well as some practical pointers on the techniques I’ll need to use to put those lures to work. But the Coosa is a big place. Where should I go? The “Target” section helps me with the “where” part of things and points me toward some specific areas, with additional info on specific sorts of areas I should be targeting. I also pick up tips on the “when” part of the equation – not just the main white bass run, which occurs sometime between late February and early May, but also a secondary run in the lower part of the river which happens as the water cools in late fall and early winter. There’s no doubt about it – this DNR site offers plenty of info to help me decide what to do with that extra

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meaningful relationships, navigate good decision-making, wade through moral challenges, and discover what God wants them to know about Him and themselves. Strong Rock is a co-ed Christian camp for 1st through 10th graders, offering a wide variety of skill classes, exciting evening programs, and genuine biblical discovery. They will host an Open House on Sunday, March 18th, from 1:30-5:30pm which is the perfect opportunity for campers to see some of what to expect from their Strong Rock experience. After a short tour, families can grab a snack and head off to enjoy activities. Campers will get to meet some of the staff and parents have the opportunity to spend time with the directors. The camp is conveniently located just 1.5hrs northeast of Atlanta in Cleveland, GA. For more information, please visit www.strongrockcamp. com or call Rebecca at (706) 348-1533. Come see why at Strong Rock everyone is family.

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Looking to develop your girl’s leadership skills? Try Girl Scouts. (NAPSI)—If you’re ever the parent or grandparent of a girl, recent research from the University of Essex in England may provide some surprising but important information: Girls are more willing to take risks, speak up, and take on leadership roles when in single-gender environments. In the study, researchers found that when in allgirl groups, female students had a 7.5 percent boost in their average marks. Other studies support the finding that single-gender environments provide more opportunities for girls to build confidence and have greater academic and life success, and that girls in single-gender environments are more likely to explore and pursue STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) subjects. At a time when 81 percent of American voters think preparing girls for leadership roles should be a national priority, Girl Scouts of the USA—the preeminent leadership development organization for girls— offers girls even more opportunities to learn skills and empower themselves with the experiences they need to succeed in life. And as the Girl Scout Research Institute (GSRI) releases new findings that confirm the outstanding leadership results that Girl Scouts exhibit compared to their non−Girl Scout peers, there has never been a better time to join. Where To Turn Participating in a single-gender group activity such as Girl Scouts can help girls develop key leadership skills they need to be successful in life. New GSRI research shows, compared to their peers, Girl Scouts are more likely to: • Be leaders • Have confidence in themselves and their abilities • Act ethically and responsibly, and show concern for others • Seek challenges and learn from setbacks • Develop and maintain healthy relationships • Identify and solve problems in their communities • Take an active role in decision making • Do better in school. For over 100 years, Girl Scouts has helped girls become their best selves. Today, it’s 2.6 million strong—1.8 million girls and 800,000 adults who believe in the power of every G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader)™ to change the world. Now, there’s new programming designed to build girls’ skills and encourage their interest in STEM and the outdoors. In fact, the organization has just

Research reveals that girls in all-girl groups are more likely to express an interest in STEM subjects.

released 23 new STEM and outdoor badges, which are two areas that girls may not otherwise be encouraged to explore. Girls can design robots and race cars, go on environmentally conscious camping trips, create algorithms, collect data, try their hand at engineering and much more. Further, the new programming is available to volunteers via a digital toolkit, which is intended to save time and make it even easier to support amazing experiences for girls. Leadership, collaboration and a

commitment to personal development are the keys to creating engaged leaders, and that’s what girls gain from Girl Scouting, determined a study by Vanderbilt University’s Peabody College. “Girls’ experiences and skill development in Girl Scouting had a dramatic impact on their sense of self,” said Dayle Savage, an assistant professor of the practice in leadership and organizations. Learn More For more information and to join or volunteer, visit www.girlscouts.org/join.

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Day Camps Horse

Willow South Riding School, Celebrating 18 years of excellence in riding! Johns Creek location with INDOOR ARENA. We offer all levels of instruction. Ages 5-12. 9am-1pm. Learn to ride in a fun, safe program with skilled instructors and experienced horses. www.willowsouth.com. $375 includes camp shirt and horse show! Send email to willowsouth@gmail.com. Sign up early to reserve your spot! June 4-8; June 11-15, June 18-22; June 25-29; July 9-13, July 1620; July 23-27, July 30-August 3

Recreation and Parks

Alpharetta Recreation and Parks… where your family’s SUMMER FUN begins! Camp adventures include Art Exploration, Instructional Sports, Babysitter Boot Camp, SporTykes, and Specialty Camps (cheer, dance, gymnastics, tennis, LEGO/STEM). One-week or multi-day sessions offered for tots, youth, or teens. Camp dates/times/ costs vary. Also available: Camp Happy Hearts (for children with mild disabilities), Summer Day Camp at Wills Park, and Public Safety Kid’s Camp. Youth recreation classes continue during spring and summer too! Choose from cupcake decorating, harps, karate, outdoor adventures, teen drawing/ art portfolio, tree climbing, swimming lessons, and more! Activities held at various locations in Alpharetta. For info: 678-2976100. To browse 2018 Spring/Summer Recreation Guide or to enroll, visit www. alpharetta.ga.us/recreation.

Rowing

Looking For a New Sport? Come join St Andrew Rowing Club and learn how to row or improve your existing skills. For rising 6th through 12th graders interested in learning boat handling and rowing techniques. Our smaller environment ensures smaller groups, more time on the water, and more one-on-one time with our excellent coaches. All on the Chattahoochee River in Roswell. Camps run 6/11-7/28. Intro to Rowing I: One week Camp for beginners. AM and PM sessions available for $160/session; full day camps for $300/ week. Adv Intro to Rowing: Two week AM camps for those who have completed an Intro program, $300/session. Visit www.standrewrowing.com for more information and to register! Atlanta Junior Rowing Association in Roswell offers a one-week Spring Break

SUMMER CAMPS • Sponsored Section Section Camp, April 2-6 and seven one-week Summer Camps during June and July. During each introductory camp, participants will learn about the fundamentals of rowing, equipment, terminology, and safety of moving boats on and off the water. We incorporate a basic workout program and everyone will learn how to row on the beautiful Chattahoochee River! No prerequisites! Camps are co-ed for ages 12-18. Returning campers from previous sessions will continue to develop throughout the summer. Discounts are available for multiple sessions! Check out our full summer schedule at www.ajracrew. com, or email us ajra.information@gmail. com.

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Science

Science Camp X-TREME conducted by High Touch-High Tech, Inc. since 1994. Degreed professionals instruct fun science from CSI discoveries, Robotics, Bugs & Rockets, to Fossils, Flowers, Space,& Volcanoes- Your older child can experience science coming to life in the fields of Chemistry, Physics, Light, Sound, and Electrical energy. Does your younger child like dinosaurs, gemstones, animals, and chemical reactions? Then our age appropriate camps are for them. Also, all ages have daily STEM activities and Tech lab visits. TECH LAB with LEGO WeDo™ and Mindstorm EV3™ Robotics, Bloxels™ video game design, Virtual Reality, Tablet apps, laptops, circuits, Dash and Dot™ robots, Hotwheels™, Hexbugs™ and more! Completed K-5, 9am-3pm. 770-667-9443. Locations: Roswell, Cumming, Marietta, Lawrenceville, Vinings, and Dunwoody. www.sciencemadefunatl.net

Special Needs

Aerie Experiences Summer Camps (Coed, 8-adult) provides clinically prescriptive, grand adventures for children, teens and their families. Our 9th summer’s multi-Southeastern state adventures include camps on our working cattle ranch, a mountain high adventure week and a family camp week. Our 2:1 camper- to-staff ratio and over half of our direct care staff holding Masters Degrees or PHD’s helps us cater each trip to the individual needs and growth of each child. Common diagnosis include: Autism, Aspergers, NLD, LD, OCD, anxiety and ADHD. Specialty diets, treatment planning and all gear are included. Aerie also offers weekend and evening programs year-round for children and adults. www. aerieexperiences.com, 404-285-0467, mdweneta@aerieexperiences.com

Sports

LaxRats Summer Camps are a great option for any player who wants to improve their game. The Summer is a great time to either pick up the sport or continue to improve your fundamentals. LaxRats Summer Camps run 9:30-1:30 with a 45 min lunch at 11:30. The morning session will be drill work and station work with the afternoon being gameplay. Our coaches will bring plenty of energy to the field to help your son improve his game! When: June 4-7 9:30am-1:30pm Where: Northview High School Who: Boys ages 8-16 Cost: $200 (Use code “Springbreak”

living skills, super science, dance, drama, arts and crafts, team sports, tumbling, fishing and rocketry. In Cleveland, Georgia, 1.5hrs from Atlanta and 20 min from the end of 400. 706-348-1533. www. strongrockcamp.com

Overnight Camps Academics

A tradition since 1919, Exeter Summer has grown to welcome approximately 750 students from more than 40 states and 50 countries each summer. The diversity of our students and faculty combined with Phillips Exeter Academy’s friendly atmosphere creates an environment encouraging students to undertake new challenges. In the five weeks of academic study, athletics, and personal exploration, you’ll experience the studentcentered learning style we call Harkness. Students have full access to the Academy’s campus and its unparalleled academic buildings, library, physical education facilities and art spaces. The UPPER SCHOOL program is for rising 10-12th-graders; the ACCESS EXETER program is for rising 8-9thgraders. This will be our 100th summer! Apply online www.exeter.edu/summer.

Georgia

Camp Woodmont on Lookout Mtn in NW GA is a traditional, overnight camp for boys & girls ages 6–14. Just 2 hours from Atlanta, Camp Woodmont features horseback riding, high-ropes, climbing, sports, dance, crafts, canoeing, archery & more! Founded in 1981, Camp Woodmont is the perfect place to build lifelong friendships and everlasting memories. Our deep-seeded traditions, close family atmosphere and caring counselors make campers feel secure, welcome & reassured! Counselors are college-age and live in the cabins with the campers. Our camp program is very well-suited to first-time campers. Come tour the camp at our Open House May 20, 2018 from 2-5 pm. 423-472-6070 or go to www.campwoodmont.com Strong Rock Camp is a place our campers call “home” and everyone is family. A co-ed Christian camp in the northeast Georgia mountains offering 6-day mini and 13-day main sessions for 1st-11th graders. Our mature, talented, service-oriented staff are the role models parents, and especially campers, are looking for. Unconditional love and acceptance help every camper be known. We build confident, independent kids through a wide range of activities, including horseback riding, archery, riflery, canoeing, climbing, swimming, outdoor

Don’t miss out on the chance to spend a week at the beach and discover the amazing world of modern marine science with UNCW MarineQuest’s summer programs! Conduct field-based scientific investigations at the beach, marsh, fouling docks, and/or on a research vessel. Develop the tools to become a modern marine scientist while kayaking, snorkeling, boogie boarding, or scuba diving. Discover your leadership potential while engaging in coastal service projects. MarineQuest is more than just another day at the beach! One-week camps available for ages 4-17 and overnight camps for ages 9-17. Want to dive deeper? Two-week OCEANS program (ages 15-16) or threeweek Oceans-17 program (age 17)! Learn more at uncw.edu/marinequest Camp Grier is a co-ed residential summer camp affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). Located on 650 acres near Asheville, NC, Camp Grier serves youth between the ages of 7 and 17 in both one week and two week programs. Activities include hiking, canoeing, rock climbing, backpacking, whitewater paddling, agriculture, environmental education, arts and crafts, and more. Learn more at www. campgrier.org

Special Needs

Camp SAY combines the highest-quality, traditional summer camp experience with comprehensive activities and innovative programs that empower young people who stutter (ages 8-18). Our 2-week, American Camp Association (ACA)-accredited, sleepaway camp helps kids & teens who stutter build self-confidence, communication skills and friendships. Summer 2018 dates are July 30th-August 13th (shortened stays are available). Camp SAY is hosted at a new, state-of-the art facility, in the Pocono Mountains, PA. Sliding Scale tuition & travel are available, and chaperoned group flights are offered from the Southeast to Camp SAY. Learn more: CampSAY.org, or contact Meg@ SAY.org, 646.735.1559. Enjoy a Camp SAY video from actor Paul Rudd & other camp videos at: campsay.org/parents.

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Christ School’s Revolution Lacrosse Camp in Asheville, NC MLL (Professional) and college coaches headline the best instructional lacrosse camp in the southeast. We are celebrating 12 years of success. First class facilities that include 4 outdoor fields, indoor turf facility, student center with movie theater, renovated dorms, and a new dining hall with outstanding food. Day $395, overnight $465. Check out details and register online at www. revolutionlaxcamp.com. Director Jeff Miles, Phone 828-684-6232 ext.107 Email: laxcamp@christschool.org Dates: June 25-29, 2018 Boys ages 9-17 All Skill Level

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Give your child a fun, empowering & memorable summer camp experience! Camp SAY is the life-changing summer camp for kids & teens who stutter (ages 8-18), and their young family members and friends. Camp SAY Summer 2018 dates are July 30th-August 13th (one-week experiences & shortened stays are also available). Camp SAY combines the highest-quality, traditional summer camp experience with comprehensive activities and innovative programs that empower young people who stutter. Our 2-week sleep-away camp program provides a highly-immersive experience that helps kids & teens who stutter build self-confidence, communication skills and forge friendships to last a lifetime. Camp offers a broad range of activities, including arts & crafts, performing arts, music, sports, waterfront activities, outdoor adventure and much more, which helps campers master new activities, broaden their experiences, and feel better prepared to begin the new school year in a very positive way. At Camp SAY, we are fully committed to creating an unparalleled

environment of acceptance, and encouragement, so your child’s time at camp is one of the richest and most rewarding life experiences. Camp SAY is an American Camp Association (ACA)-accredited program, so you can feel confident that our camp program meets the highest quality and safety standards. Camp SAY is hosted at Pocono Springs Camp, a new, 60-acre, $8 million, state-of-the art camp facility, located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains (just 75 miles from New York City & 100 miles from Philadelphia). Sliding Scale tuition & travel are available, and chaperoned group flights are offered from the Southeast to Camp SAY. Learn more at: CampSAY.org, or contact our Camp Director Meg Hart at: Meg@SAY.org, 646.735.1559, or 212.414.9696, ext. 206, with any questions or to obtain a camp information package. Watch a Camp SAY video message from actor Paul Rudd and our other camp videos at: campsay.org/parents. Take a virtual tour at: bit.ly/campsaytour.

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Six tips to help you manage kids’ screen time (NAPSI)—If any of the nearly 51 million schoolchildren in America today is someone you care about, you may find this information on kids and the internet quite intriguing. To help your young students make the most of the online world while staying safe, heed these hints: 1. Share Space: Have a shared family computer in a common space. This lets you supervise your kids’ online time without hovering. 2. Limit Time: The length of an online session should match your child’s natural attention span. School-age kids’ brains can focus for about 30 minutes at a time, so they won’t really get much from sessions longer than that. A good idea is to set a schedule of computer time with dinner acting as a halftime. 3. Increase Freedom: Gradually give your children freedom to decide how to use the internet as they grow into teenagers. They will probably push for more freedom, a natural part of preparing for adulthood. Trust your teens to make good decisions and appropriately manage time online. 4. Turn To Technology: Everyone has preferred shows or spaces online and can watch anywhere via tablets and laptops. Instead of each family member staking out his or her own corner of the house, encourage everyone to gather in one room. This encourages you to share online activities and encourages conversation. When possible, seek out shows or online sites that appeal to all family members so at least some online activities become shared experiences and a focus of learning with and from each other. 5. Be In Control: Use the computer system’s parental controls to manage kids’ access online and prevent accidental exposure to content for which your children aren’t ready. For example, the nation’s largest internet provider, Comcast, has new technology called Xfinity xFi that makes this easy. 6. Let Tools Help Teens: Teen-

agers need to prioritize and manage their time, making sure that a healthy amount of sleep, an “unplugged” family meal, and academic and family obligations come first. A tool such as Xfinity xFi can help by letting you set and manage scheduled Wi-Fi hours. You can also use it to monitor how often and when your teens are connected and, if they do spend too much time online, you can temporarily pause their Wi-Fi use. Available to millions of Xfinity internet users at no extra charge, the system provides a simple digital dashboard you can use to set up a Wi-Fi network, find a password, see which devices are connected, troubleshoot issues and set parental controls. It can all be controlled via a mobile app, website and on the TV with a voice remote. It also offers: • The ability to monitor activity so you can see who’s using your network and when they’re using it. • A way to see all connected devices and nickname them for easy reference. • Personal profiles and a way to assign devices to individuals. • Text alerts whenever new devices join your home network. • The ability to instantly pause WiFi access on your home network, by device or by user, for 30 minutes, an hour, two hours or until you unpause it. • A troubleshoot mechanism so you can see when devices are not working properly and get advice on how to fix them. • Cloud management so you can see and control your network from anywhere. • A first line of defense against phishing and malware known as Safe & Secure. Learn More For further facts or to sign up, go to www.xfinity.com/myxfi or download the xFi app.

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What’s New in Melanoma - Part 2 By Dr. Brent Taylor Premier Dermatology and MOHS Surgery of Atlanta In last issue’s installment, we discussed what melanoma is and talked about true Mohs surgery for melanoma, a tissue sparing technique for removing melanomas and melanoma in situ in cosmetically and functionally sensitive areas. This week, we look into diagnostic, prognostic and treatment advances for invasive and metastatic melanomas. One of the most exciting recent advances is a new method of genetic testing for melanoma. Pioneers at Castle Biosciences have developed a test that is performed on melanoma tissue and that can allow a doctor to better know how a melanoma will behave. The test is called DecisionDx-Melanoma. Remarkably, this test is capable of looking at genetic signatures within a melanoma and identifying whether a melanoma is likely to have spread or likely to have remained in place and have been cured surgically. The test is so accurate that it may provide even more information than a “sentinel lymph node biopsy” – a procedure that involves removing and testing lymph nodes to check for melanoma cells. In all likelihood, for many tumors, the DecisionDx -Melanoma Test and sentinel lymph node biopsies will be used together and provide previously unavailable predictive power. DecisionDx-Melanoma uses genetic testing of a patient’s melanoma tissue to divide the melanoma into a “Class 1” (good) or a “Class 2” (bad) result. According to summary data, for a patient with a low risk Class 1 result, the chance of the tumor spreading within 5 years is approximately 3%. For a patient with a high risk Class 2 result, the chance of a tumor spreading with 5 years is approximately 69%. This is a startlingly stark dichotomy. For metastatic melanomas, the longawaited age of personalized or targeted therapies has begun to arrive. In years past, “chemotherapy” meant taking medicines that are not very good at sorting out good cells from bad cells. Traditional chemotherapy involves medicines that usually work by killing cells that are growing quickly. Cancer usually grows quickly, so chemotherapy affects cancer. But some of our own tissues constantly grow and turn over. Our hair and our bowel cells are constantly being replaced and growing quickly, so chemotherapy results in the expected baldness and gastrointestinal side-effects. New chemotherapies are finally targeting the bad cells and sparing more of the good. For example, patients whose melanomas have a specific mutation in a gene called “BRAF” have available to them drugs such as Vemurafenib,

which specifically acts on a specific gene that is often mutated in melanoma. Likewise, medications such as Nivolumab stimulate a person’s own immune system to fight a cancer. The way that drugs like Nivolumab work makes TAYLOR them better categorized as immunotherapy than chemotherapy. It is the dawning of a new age. And we are already into phase 2 of this new age. In phase 1, the very first immunotherapy drugs such as ipilimumab were stimulating people’s immune systems to fight cancer, but they were also causing a lot of side-effects. Anyone who has had the flu knows what it is like to have an overactive immune system, and ipilimumab sometimes triggered reactions similar to autoimmune disease – a condition in which one’s immune system attacks one’s own body. This might sound like we are back to square one. Ipilimumab shares features in common with the old chemotherapy since they both seem to attack good cells as well as bad. But the good news is we may be on to a second generation of immunotherapy-like chemotherapeutics. Nivolumab is a medicine that is a close cousin to Ipilimumab. Both stimulate the immune system to fight cancer. Recent studies including one just published in late 2017 in the New England Journal of Medicine demonstrated that, in stage III and IV melanoma patients Nivolumab resulted in a 12-month rate of recurrence-free survival of 70.5% whereas ipilimumab only resulted in 60.8%. More importantly, only 9.7% of patients taking nivolumab discontinued due to side effects (adverse events) whereas 42.6% of patients taking ipilimumab discontinued due to adverse events. We may not just be at the doorstep of targeted therapies. We may already be on the second step. Additional exciting advances are taking place, but the most important point about melanoma is that the best chance to cure melanoma is when a melanoma is caught small. If you or a loved one has a changing or concerning spot, make an appointment with a dermatologist. At Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta, we are proud to be one of the only practices in Georgia offering true Mohs surgery for melanoma and melanoma in situ. We counsel patients about DecisionDx Melanoma testing and help patients navigate the complicated world of sentinel lymph node biopsies and when to see an oncologist or surgical oncologist. If you have a history of skin cancer or a concerning spot, consider making an appointment with Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta today.

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Tips for coping with depression while traveling (NAPSI)—According to a recent University of Phoenix® survey, 39 percent of respondents say they have personally experienced depression. With the holiday travel season under way, University of Phoenix social sciences program chairs Mary Jo Trombley, Ph.D., N.C.C., and DeAnna Henderson, Ph.D., L.P.C., N.C.C., say that living with chronic or situational depression can be challenging to handle, and travel can add additional burdens. What Is Depression? The American Psychological Association defines depression as a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. The association lists common symptoms of depression as including feelings of sadness or depression, change in sleep patterns and eating habits, loss of energy, feelings of fatigue, loss of interest in activities, and the inability to think, concentrate or make decisions. According to Dr. Trombley, these symptoms can become exacerbated when traveling. She states that traveling should not be seen as a cure for depression. It can be a way to obtain temporary relief but worry, stress, pressure and loneliness are contributing factors to depression and are often present for travelers. “Traveling comes with changes in routine, pressures of time commitments, and changes in eating, sleeping and exercising patterns,” Dr. Henderson added. “These changes can trigger a sense of not being in control and increase the sense of depression.” Tips for Traveling with Depression Depression can be challenging. Drs. Trombley and

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Use appropriate coping strategies: Techniques that help people manage stressful and/or traumatic situations are coping strategies. These strategies can include the use of mindfulness, guided imagery, deep breathing exercises, and progressive muscle relaxation. Additionally, reaching out to support systems during this time can diminish feelings of loneliness during travel. Finally, the use of humor can be effective in reducing stress. Get a sufficient amount of sleep, exercise, and eat well: Travel can be exhausting. It is important to maintain patterns of sleep and healthy eating while traveling. Moreover, the maintenance of an exercise routine can also help reduce stress and release endorphins while traveling. It is also important to limit alcohol consumption as alcohol is a depressant and may exacerbate depressive symptoms. Be realistic about your travel plans: Recognize that even though you have planned your travel, unplanned situations can occur. Maintaining a flexible stance can reduce the amount of stress experienced if travel does not go as planned. Also, while travel may alleviate some depressive symptoms, do not be alarmed if your symptoms return once the travel has ended. University of Phoenix is committed to training professional counselors who help treat depression and other mental health needs. Through programs like the Master of Science in Counseling with a specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, University of Phoenix is helping individuals combat mental illness during the holidays and beyond.

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WellStar North Fulton Hospital’s Pain & Spine Center has expanded to offer new services and create a convenient atmosphere for patients and their families. Pain management has received significant attention lately with the growing opioid crisis. Currently, more than 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. Many patients treat it with opioids, but this type of treatment can lead to higher risk for addiction, depression and overdose among others. WellStar Health System and North Fulton Hospital are creating innovative solutions and giving patients more options when it comes to pain management. “Communities around the country are grappling with the opioid crisis,” said Jon-Paul Croom, president of WellStar North Fulton Hospital. “We are on the forefront of finding pain management solutions for our patients and giving them options, which for many patients, may allow them to be pain free without opioids.” There is a national push to find alternative pain management treatments like interventional procedures, ketamine infusions and physical therapy. In addition to the remodeled space, the facility has added an Infusion Center, where patients will be able to receive infusion therapy, an alternative for oral medication. Many of the new infusion bays are private, allowing for a separate area de-

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Live Life Well: Keeping your resolutions in 2018 (NAPSI)—The New Year is a wonderful time to not only evaluate your past, but also explore your goals for the year ahead. While it is common that health and fitness resolutions land at the top of people’s list, the truth is that achieving any goal in 2018 is dependent upon good health. Whether planning that bucket list vacation, trying a new hobby or spending more time outdoors, a healthy fitness routine is the backbone of making these goals achievable. This year, create an attainable health and fitness goal to help you reach all your resolutions. SilverSneakers, the nation’s leading fitness community for older adults, offers the following tips on how to make resolutions that will help you live Next year could be better than life well in 2018: 1. Set a SMART goal: SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Action Oriented, Realistic and Time Bound. “Losing weight” is not a specific measurable goal; instead, say you want to lose 10 pounds in three months. That way, you have something to strive toward and measure against. 2. Start small: If you only focus on an ambitious longterm goal, you may be setting yourself up for failure. It is important to set weekly milestones that allow you to see progress and achieve success early and often. 3. Bring a friend: Knowing that you promised a friend you would join her for that 6 a.m. class keeps you accountable for showing up and doing your best. Having a friend to work out with also makes the experience more enjoyable. 4. Track progress: As you work toward your goals, make sure to track your activities and the progress you make along

ever if you resolve to follow five ideas. the way. Whether it be pounds lost or miles ran, it will be encouraging to see where you started and where you are now. 5. Celebrate success: Each milestone toward the end goal should be celebrated. Completing your resolution won’t happen overnight and the journey should be an exciting time as you work toward a healthier you. For more than 25 years, SilverSneakers has been helping older adults enjoy and get the most out of life by engaging participants in physical activity, as well as fostering new friendships with a welcoming member community. Through exercise, SilverSneakers helps people maximize their health and well-being, and maintain their active lifestyle in retirement. To find out if you are eligible or to find a class in your area, visit www.SilverSneakers.com.

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Five myths and facts about cholesterol (NAPSI)—High cholesterol is a known risk factor for heart disease and stroke and is estimated to cause nearly 2.6 million deaths annually. Yet, a survey from the American Heart Association shows that nearly two-thirds of people who have high cholesterol don’t think they’re at high risk for a heart attack or stroke. “My Cholesterol Guide” is a new, online tool that provides information, practical tips and downloadable resources to help the more than 94.6 million Americans living with high cholesterol. The guide is the latest offering from the American Heart Association, the world’s leading voluntary health organization devoted to fighting cardiovascular disease and stroke. What it is Cholesterol is a waxy, fatlike substance found in all cells of the body. Elevated levels of blood cholesterol can create blockages in the arteries and is one of the major controllable risk factors for coronary heart disease, heart attack and stroke. “People with high cholesterol usually don’t have symptoms, so unless you get tested, you may not realize you need treatment,” said Ann Marie Navar, M.D., Ph.D., a volunteer member of the Association’s Cholesterol Advisory Committee and an Assistant Professor of Cardiology at the Duke Clinical Research Institute in Durham, N.C. “Even though we have a lot of evidence about the benefits and safety of cholesterol-lowering treatment, the challenge is that cholesterol remains underdiagnosed and subsequently undertreated.” What to do The best way to manage high cholesterol is a multipronged approach, including diet, exercise and medication if cholesterol levels remain elevated, she said. The challenge is that many people don’t recognize their risk due to some of the following misconceptions about cholesterol.

Myths and Facts Myth 1--High cholesterol isn’t a concern for children. High cholesterol can be hereditary. Familial hypercholesterolemia is a genetic disorder that can cause early heart disease. If someone is diagnosed with extremely high cholesterol or fa-

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Orthodontic treatment today is about faces not just braces. Consequently, facial esthetics dictates the proper timing for treatment. While treatment can contribute to the physical and psychological development of patients young and old, some patients require early intervention to obtain the best overall result for the patient. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an initial visit to an orthodontist at age 7 for this reason. Most patients do not need early treatment, but if necessary, amazing improvements in facial esthetics and function can be accomplished at an early age. The common orthodontic problems that can be treated between 7 and 9 years old include underbites and severe overbites as well as crossbites and openbites . These conditions are considered muscular-skeletal problems and are best addressed in the mixed dentition when the permanent front teeth have erupted but the patient still has 12 primary teeth. These treatments are referred to as dentofacial orthopedics because we are working with the bones of the face and not just the teeth. While some patients benefit from early intervention, the majority of patients benefit from a single treatment during adolescence, as the last few primary teeth are lost and the second molars erupt. The exact age varies, but most patients are treated during the middle school years and can be completed by high school. Of course, sometimes the teeth are slow to erupt and this can delay the completion of treatment. For this reason, starting treatment too early can prolong treatment duration and result in orthodontic burnout for the patients. Patient cooperation is important in keeping the treatments short in duration and efficient. Interestingly, girls’ teeth erupt earlier than boys of the same age. Teenagers are in a rapid growth phase at this time. As a result, dramatic results can be achieved with improved facial esthetics and function. For example, the smile can be made wider, the lower jaw can be advanced, or a gummy smile can be eliminated. A smile analysis dictates in what direction the teeth and jaws should be moved. These changes can be life altering for some patients during the teen years. Of course, adults want to look good too, and orthodontic treatment for adults is more popular than ever! Invisalign, clear braces, and improvements in surgical techniques make having a fantastic smile easier too! The bulky braces and heavy forces of yesteryear are a thing of the past.

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March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month By Jonathan Stegall, MD While the health of our lower digestive tract isn’t the most pleasant topic for dinner conversation, it is something to which we should pay close attention. March is colorectal cancer awareness month, so now is as good a time as any to talk about it. Most people think that getting a colonoscopy starting at age 50, and typically occurring every 10 years after that, is all that is necessary for prevention or early detection of colorectal

cancer. While colonoscopies are essential, there are some other factors to consider. Did you know that colorectal cancer does not typically cause any symptoms until it has already spread well beyond the digestive sysSTEGALL tem? However, when it does, it typically results in changes in the frequency of bowel movements, the color of bowel movements, and the

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How older adults can combat loneliness and social isolation through exercise (NAPSI)—When discussing health, people typically think of physical health-their weight, strength, mobility, and potential health issues they are facing. However, when looking at overall well-being, it’s important to think beyond the physical and focus on mental health as well. This is especially true for older Americans, as many are tackling physical and mental health issues alone. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 11 million people ages 65 and older are living alone and are at risk for loneliness or social isolation. These issues can impact a person’s mental and physical health significantly, leading to high blood pressure and disease, as well as depression. In fact, according to a Harvard Health study, “loneliness has an equivalent risk factor to health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, shortening one’s life span by eight years.” Social isolation can also make it harder for people to take control of their health as they do not have a network to support and motivate them to remain socially or physically active. Activities that not only make people healthier but also allow them to connect with others can help those at risk for social isolation and improve health and well-being. SilverSneakers, the nation’s leading community fitness program designed specifically for older adults, has seen the power of socialization combined with fitness, firsthand. For more than 25 years, SilverSneakers has been helping older adults enjoy and get the most out of life by engaging participants in physical activity, as well as fostering new friendships with a welcoming member community. Through exercise and social interactions, SilverSneakers helps people max-

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A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF BOND FUNDS FOR PURPOSES OTHER THAN THAT STATED IN PUBLIC BOND NOTICE AND BROCHURES – TRANSPORTATION AND ROAD IMPROVEMENTS WHEREAS, on or about May 24, 2016, the qualified voters of the City authorized the issuance of the City’s general obligation public improvement bonds in an amount not to exceed $52,500,000.00, which bonds were subsequently issued on July 28, 2016 (the “Series 2016 Bonds”); and WHEREAS, the Series 2016 Bonds included $27,600,000.00 in general obligation public transportation and road improvement bonds, which included a number of projects (the “Transportation and Road Improvement Bonds”); and WHEREAS, pursuant to O.C.G.A. 36-82-4.2, the Mayor and Council have not previously authorized certain amendments and transfers of Transportation and Road Improvement Bond funds; WHEREAS, pursuant to O.C.G.A. 36-82-4.2, the Mayor and Council have determined that circumstances have changed such that expending a portion of the Transportation and Road Improvement Bond funds for the Lilly Garden Terrace Extension project is no longer practical or feasible. The original cost estimate for the Lilly Garden Terrace Extension project was based on a concept design. Upon issuance of the Transportation and Road Improvement Bonds, a full-design was completed that, in addition to title issues, rendered the Lilly Garden Terrace Extension project no longer practical or feasible. WHEREAS, under such circumstances, O.C.G.A. 36-82-4.2 authorizes the City to expend bond funds for purposes of a nature substantially similar to these public transportation and road improvements; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council have determined that the McGinnis Ferry Road Capacity Improvements project is substantially similar to the previously identified public transportation and road improvement; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council have determined that the completion of this public transportation and road improvement would constitute a purpose substantially similar to the purpose stated in the public notices and brochures for the Transportation and Road Improvement Bonds; NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that circumstances have changed such that a portion of the Transportation and Road Improvement Bond funds are no longer necessary to fund the Lilly Garden Terrace Extension as the project is no longer practical or feasible for the reasons previously stated. FURTHER RESOLVED that the McGinnis Ferry Road Capacity Improvements project constitutes a purpose substantially similar to the purpose stated in the public notices and brochures for the Transportation and Road Improvement Bonds. FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council hereby authorize the transfer of Transportation and Road Improvement Bond funds (Fund 317) as follows: • Remove $1,500,000.00 for Lilly Garden Terrace Extension; and • Add $1,500,000.00 for McGinnis Ferry Road Capacity Improvements. SO RESOLVED this 21st day of February, 2018. CITY OF ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA By:

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ADVERTISEMENT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS CITY OF ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA, FOR DOCUMENT SCANNING SERVICES FOR CITY OF ALPHARETTA RFP No. 18-106 The City of Alpharetta (City) is requesting proposals for DOCUMENT SCANNING SERVICES FOR CITY OF ALPHARETTA from qualified firms to provide document imaging, archival, and preservation services for various departments including, but not limited to various paper documents, maps, and drawings to be prepped, scanned, digitized, and/or captured on 16mm or 35mm microfilm. The Request for Proposals document will be available online Thursday, March 1, 2018 at our bid posting website, https://www.ebidexchange.com/alpharetta. Interested parties are required to log in to review the RFP documents. Proposals will be due on Thursday, March 15, 2018 at 10:00 AM, Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009. For information, contact Stephanie Cochran at the City of Alpharetta Finance Department via email at purchasing@alpharetta.ga.us or at 678-297-6052. ADVERTISEMENT FOR STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATIONS CITY OF ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR HVAC SERVICES FOR CITY FACILITIES RFQ 18-1004 The City is requesting statements of qualifications (SOQ) from qualified firms to provide HVAC SERVICES FOR CITY FACILITIES, which will include, but is not limited to preventive maintenance, repair, and installation services for heating and cooling systems within City facilities. After evaluation of all qualifications received through this Request for Qualifications process, a shortlist of the highest ranking firms will be created. Proposals will then be requested from the shortlisted firms.

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From left stand award recipients Glenn Mize, Jackson Smith and Edward Klaas II.

Crabapple Middle School announces MLK Humanitarian Award winners ROSWELL, Ga. — Crabapple Middle School in Roswell has announced the winner of its Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award for 2018. The student winner is 7th-grader Jackson Smith. Jackson worked in the community with the Little Helpers organization and has volunteered as far away as Vietnam, spreading a message of compassion and service. The CMS staff winner is Glenn Mize, a teacher who volunteers many hours in the school’s community garden and passes on the love of gardening to students. The community winner is Edward Klaas II. He is a committed school business partner, parent and community

volunteer who devotes his time to local projects and international missions. An award ceremony was held in the school gym. Guests were treated to special performances by the vocal quartet, band quintet and chamber orchestra. There was also a recitation of Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech performed by members of the student council. Student Council Representative Corey Kaseff introduced guest speaker Sandra Ervin, who delivered a message about stepping outside your “land of familiar” to achieve greatness. This seventh annual event was organized by parent volunteers Caryn Saker and Meredith Martini-Hoban.

Plan like there is no tomorrow.

The Request for Qualifications document will be available online Thursday, February 22, 2018 at our bid posting website, https://www.ebidexchange.com/alpharetta. Interested parties are required to log in to review the RFQ documents. Statements of Qualifications will be due on Thursday, March 22, 2018 at 10:00 AM at Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009. For information, please contact Debora Westbrook at the City of Alpharetta Finance Department via email at purchasing@alpharetta.ga.us or at 678-297-6052.

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Northern Ridge District announces new Eagle Scouts NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The Northern Ridge Boy Scout District, which includes the cities of Roswell, Alpharetta, Johns Creek and Milton, recently announced its newest Eagle Scouts. These are Scouts who passed their Eagle Board of Reviews, held at Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, on Feb. 22: Venkata Puttaguntam, of Troop 2000, was sponsored by Johns Creek Presbyterian Church. His project was the collection of 1,414 books to be shipped to libraries in Africa. Benjamin Walker, of Troop 3000, was sponsored by Birmingham United Methodist Church. For his project, Walker designed and constructed of three separate horse runs for the Rising Hope Barn for Special Equestrians. Jacob Paris, of Troop 841, was sponsored by St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. He renovated two Milton High School locker rooms for the Milton High School Fencing Teams. This included cleaning, repainting, installing lockers, clothes racks and blade racks. Richard Losh, of Troop 985, was sponsored by Northbrook United Methodist Church. His project was the refurbishing of the Northbrook House, located at Northbrook United Methodist Church, deck by removing and replacing all the hand railings. Matthew Gilbert, of Troop 429, was sponsored by Alpharetta Presbyterian Church. For his project, Gilbert designed and constructed a book exchange library as well as stocking

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In the top row, from left, stand new Eagle Scouts Venkata Puttaguntam, Benjamin Walker, Jacob Paris, Richard Losh and Matthew Gilbert. In the bottom row, from left, are Jason Gardner, Nicholas Glotzbach, Rounak Chowdhury and Grant Garris. the library for Alpharetta Presbyterian Church. Jason Gardner, Troop 734, was sponsored by the Webb Bridge Ward of Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints. His project was the collection and delivery of over 191 pajamas and 232 books for the Pajama Program, which distributes pajamas and books to children in need awaiting a permanent home.

Nicholas Glotzbach, of Troop 226, was sponsored by Bridge to Grace Church, and his project was the design, construction and placement of three benches and five trash receptacles for the Old Roswell Cemetery. Rounak Chowdhury, of Troop 3143, was sponsored by Johns Creek United Methodist Church. His project was the design and construction of a fence with wire mesh for the main

garden at Autrey Mill Nature Park and Heritage Center. Grant Garris, of Troop 2000, was sponsored by Johns Creek Presbyterian Church. His project was the organization of a book collection for the Santa Breakfast at Mimosa Elementary School. Garris also collected over 1,765 books so that every student would receive 1-2 books, gift wrapped from Santa Claus.

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Business Services Legal Notice UNTITLED NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Be advised that on Saturday, March 10 at 10AM, Roswell Mini Warehouse, located at 90 Oak Street, Roswell Georgia 30075, will conduct a Public Auction to satisfy lien charges on the following units: #61 Fred Hellinger Jr. Roswell Georgia and Unit #52 Amber Davre, North Augusta, South Carolina. Unit #61 contains tools, ladder, work light, miscellaneous boxes and totes. Unit #52 contains bicycle, miscellaneous furniture, boxes and bags with household items. All contents will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. Notice is hereby given that articles of incorporation that will incorporate BlueMinds have been delivered to the Secretary of State in accordance with Georgia Business Corporation Code. The initial registered office of the corporation is located at 1315 Hedgecliff CT, Alpharetta GA 30022 and its initial registered agent at such address is Raul A. Alvarez.

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CONGRATULATIONS North Fulton Office Recognizes Top Performers

PHOENIX AWARDS - 10+ YEARS AS TOP PRODUCERS, ATLANTA REALTORS® ASSOCIATION

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