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call from LaForge’s fiancé at 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 17. When they arrived to Tyson Circle, police found LaForge lying dead in the side yard. According to Roswell Public Information Officer Lisa Holland, it LLOYD was quickly apparent that it had been an “obvious homicide.” LaForge died from strangulation and blunt force trauma to the head, according to a report from the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office. Roswell police are not releasing how they linked the two suspects to Laduring that time. The owners of the Tiguan and F-150, who reside on Weycroft Circle, Milton, said nothing was taken from their vehicles but that the contents of their glovebox and middle consoles had been rummaged through. The owners of the Explorer and Expedition, a married couple in Alstonefield Drive, Alpharetta, reported similar instances. Both of the cars were unlocked. The man said that he was tipped off that something was out of place when he saw a Maxi Pad on the ground beside the couple’s Expedition. According to the owner of the Expedition, the only item missing from the car was a small, black lockbox that the owner uses to house a revolver. The revolver was not in the case at the time of the incident.

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Forge’s death. “At this time, we do not believe that there are any other persons involved in the death of Karen LaForge,” Holland said. “However, we are continuing to close out any and all tips or leads we have or may REESE continue to receive.” Roswell police worked in conjunction with numerous agencies, including the Milton police, Columbia County Sheriff’s Office and Cherokee County Sheriff Crime Scene Investigators, to narrow their search and locate the suspects.

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Can patients with normal eye pressure still have glaucoma? (part 2)

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The diagnosis of glaucoma can be straight forward when intraocular pressure is elevated, however, the diagnosis is more elusive in patients with statistically normal pressures. Glaucoma is defined by a characteristic optic disc cupping with thinning of the retinal nerve fiber layer and, as it becomes more advanced, a typical pattern of visual field loss. Most glauCameron Johnson, M.D. coma patients also have an elevated eye pressure, defined as 22 mmHg or Cataract & Refractive Surgeon higher. However, up to 1/3 of patients with glaucoma can have normal eye pressures. In these patients, certain elements of the history and examination can help differentiate Normal Tension Glaucoma (NTG) from other entities. One of the most common diseases confused for NTG is simply Primary Open Angle Glaucoma (POAG). The patient may just happen to be in the office for a pressure check when the pressure is not elevated. POAG can be differentiated from NTG by performing a diurnal curve measurement of pressure. By measuring the pressure multiple times throughout the day, you are more likely to catch the pressure when it is elevated. Because it is often not practical to keep the patient in the office all day for a diurnal curve, another option is to schedule patient follow-ups at different times of day. Pressure measurements can also be falsely low in patients with thin corneas. For this reason, pachymetry is an important part of the glaucoma evaluation. Looking for causes of previously elevated intraocular pressure by asking the patient about steroid use and examining the patient for signs of past uveitis and “burnt-out” pigmentary dispersion syndrome is also important. There are several finding that can point toward NTG on exam. These patients more commonly have peripapillary atrophy and disc hemorrhages, compared with their POAG counterparts. They are also more likely to have focal “notching” of the optic nerve, and visual field defects close to fixation earlier in the disease. A factor thought to be contributing to some cases of NTG is ischemia of the optic nerve. Patients can be asked about a history of migraines and Raynaud’s phenomenon to find out if vasospastic ischemia is likely. Questions about sleep apnea and taking antihypertensive medication at bedtime may help in discovering causes for non-vasospastic ischemia. If a patient has had major blood loss, or septic shock in the past, they could have a non-progressive visual field defect due to past ischemia that could mimic NTG.

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“The Wall That Heals” will be coming to Johns Creek to honor those veterans of the Vietnam Era. It arrives March 29, the National Vietnam Era Veterans Day. be the Certificate of Honor ceremony for Vietnam Era veterans, followed by lunch prepared by the Knights of Columbus. All veterans are equally invited to participate that day also. A 24-hour honor guard will be on hand during the entire stay, and visitors are welcome to come at any time. Part of the display is the mobile Education Center, which accompanies the Wall. The Education Center contains digital displays of photos of service members whose names are on The Wall; letters and memorabilia left at The Wall by visitors; a map of Vietnam; and a chronological overview of the Vietnam War. The exhibits tell the story of the Vietnam War, The Wall, and the era surrounding the conflict, and are designed to place American experiences in Vietnam in an historical and cultural context. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is one of the most visited memorials in our nation’s capital, with more than 5.6

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The Wall That Heals The Wall That Heals honors the more than 3 million Americans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces during the Vietnam War and it bears the names of the more than 58,000 men and women who died in Vietnam. Hosting The Wall That Heals provides a community with a multi-day experience of reflection that includes an educational experience for local schools and organizations on the history of the Vietnam era and The Wall. “We are both very honored and excited about the opportunity to host The Wall That Heals in Johns Creek,” said Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker. “We will never be able to repay those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. “However, we can keep their memory alive and demonstrate our deep respect and gratitude by visiting the memorial, reflecting on the names listed on The Wall, and learning more about the Vietnam Era.”

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I chose Johns Creek for the safety, family friendliness, great schools, and diverse culture. CHRIS COUGHLIN Johns Creek council candidate its borders. “If we concentrate as a region and work together we can do this. I think Alpharetta is the key. If we line up with a good [traffic] design the results will be dramatic,” he said. Getting 1 percent of the cars off the roads at peak times would reduce congestion 3 percent to 9 percent. If 1,500 cars could be taken off the road at peak times, it would reduce congestion 10 percent, he said. “It we want to change the traffic congestion, we have to change the way we live. If we do that, we can make a difference.” One suggestion is to stagger work at home and in the office. Businesses could have workers read and reply to emails at home and not leave for work until 10 a.m. for example. “Like I said last time, I chose Johns Creek for the safety, family friendliness, great schools, and diverse culture. But they’re at risk if we don’t address government spending, traffic congestion and overdevelopment,” he said. The city’s business can be managed more efficiently using data, math, citizen input and technology, he said. Coughlin is a senior research scientist at Gartner Best Practices. He has been active in the community in many ways: • As a volunteer involved with North Point Community Church’s small group married groups ministry and foster support groups. • Serves on the Johns Creek Mental Health Wellness task force. • Serves on the Johns Creek Traffic Congestion task force. • Serves as a board member of the Johns Creek Community Association. Coughlin lives in Johns Creek with his wife Nicole, 4-year-old son, and 1-year old daughter. He has set up a campaign website at www.votechriscoughlin.com. He also takes suggestions by email at info@votechriscoughlin.com.

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Seeking Peach State fans Whether you just moved here or are a native Georgian, you probably know Peach State residents have a lot of pride in their state. We love telling people how great KATHLEEN STURGEON our state is, but just don’t ask us about Editor kathleen@appenmediagroup.com our Atlanta sports teams. So when I received a letter a few weeks ago from a middle school student in Indiana, I knew our readers would be more than happy to help. The student, Blake, said his class was currently reading, “The Watsons Go to Birmingham.” The students were charged with contacting newspapers across the country in whatever state they wanted as part of a class project. Clearly Blake chose the Herald newspapers, he said, “Because I have cousins who live (in Georgia) and visited them last year. I would like to revisit them and make some stops around your area and state.” Now, being in the South we sometimes get flack for various issues and are often stereotyped pretty negatively and harshly. So when he reached out to me, I jumped on the chance to help

One friend said our state is interesting because our terrain varies so widely from mountains, to beaches, swamps to rolling farm land and small towns to towering cities, all within a few hours’ drive of each other. One can stand atop the highest point in Georgia in the morning, and drive to the beach by evening for a sunset party. him and to portray our state in a more positive light. He has asked the readers to please write to him and tell him why you all like Georgia, including interesting facts about the state and fun activities visitors can do here. I posted on my personal social media asking what my local friends enjoy about our state. One friend said our state is interesting because our terrain varies so widely from mountains, to beaches, swamps to rolling farm land and small towns to towering cities, all within a few hours’ drive of each other. One can stand atop the highest point in Georgia in the morning, and drive to the beach by evening for a sunset party. She of course added that you must

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be sure to take in, aside from all of the beautiful sights, the smiles, sweet tea and southern charm from people from all walks of life. I might add grits to that list because they are a must-have staple in many Georgians’ diets, and they are delicious. Other friends listed facts including the fact that we have the largest aquarium in North America. North Georgia has Tallulah Gorge, another friend wrote, which is like a mini Grand Canyon. We are also known for our music scene and are really starting to become a big name in the movie industry. Another person said she thinks the slogan, “Atlanta is the city too busy to hate,” was a good representation of our city.

How you can join in: Send your Georgia knowledge and facts to: April Weisser, c/o Blake G. Queen of Peace Catholic School 4508 Vistula Road Mishawaka, IN 46544 I have to agree with all of my friends. I have lived in Georgia since I was a toddler, but I claim it as my home state for many reasons. Everything seems to move slower down here, but in the best possible way. We are happy and friendly, of course. It must be all the beautiful weather and sunshine we get to enjoy. But we are also pretty funny. If you’ve ever heard a native southerner talk in our slang, you’ll be in for quite an adventure. There are an endless amount of attractions to visit here, from the World of Coca-Cola to historic Civil Rights sites to Centennial Olympic Park where the 1996 Olympics took place. I’m sure I’m missing plenty of things to do. So please, write back to Blake and his teacher. I’m sure he’d appreciate every letter he receives. Let’s show him some of our famous southern hospitality. So come on down, Blake. We’d be happy to meet you and show you around our neck of the woods. We thank y’all kindly for being interested in the glorious Peach State.

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Laws protecting human life Ga. Coyote Challenge unethical, I read “What I want my daughters to know,” (February 9 Alpharetta-Roswell Herald), and thought there were several good points in it. I would like to offer a differing opinion to the statements “no government should ever have a say over your choice to have or not to have children” and “you deserve to have full control of your body and what happens to it at all times.” While I understand concerns over privacy and government control, I don’t agree that a person has the right to do whatever she wants to her body at all times when it affects another human life who also has rights and that the woman’s rights supersedes the child’s right to live. It’s not a privacy issue because abortion affects another person. Some believe abortion is wrong but because someone’s body is her own, people shouldn’t tell others what they can/can’t do with their bodies. Should personal choices that severely harm or kill others be tolerated? Ownership, even of one’s body, doesn’t justify the right to kill another person living in that body. Is it OK to objectify a human and treat the life in the womb as property? The government creates laws to protect human life. That’s why we have anti-slavery laws, seat belt laws and laws against murder. For those who deny it’s taking a life (that it’s a medical procedure and not a life with rights until it’s born) please review the science. At the moment of fertilization there is a developing, alive human life in the womb. Just because that life cannot speak out and defend itself, or even if that life is unwanted, doesn’t make it any less a life or less entitled to government protection and the right to life. –Christine Kujawski, Alpharetta

unscientific, ineffective It is shameful that the state of Georgia is encouraging its citizens to kill coyotes in order to obtain a free hunting license. The Georgia Coyote Challenge lasts for six months and is being sponsored by the Department of Natural Resources. Killing contests are unsporting and cruel. These events violate the hunting principles of fair chase and respect for animals and their habitats. Sponsors and organizers of the event reward contestants with cash and prizes for killing the most animals or the largest ones they can. Competitive and indiscriminate killing of live animals for “fun” or prizes is unethical. Killing coyotes disrupts their social structure, which encourages more breeding and migration and, in the end, results in more coyotes. Additionally, coyotes’ favorite prey

consists of rodents and rabbits. Studies show that coyotes balance their ecosystems, and have trophic cascade effects such as indirectly protecting ground-nesting birds from smaller carnivores. Allowing this blood sport to continue gives hunters and wildlife agencies a black eye and sends a dangerous message to our youth that killing is fun. Gratuitously slaughtering animals for thrills and prizes is out of step with our current understanding of ecosystems and the important role each species plays. The DNR should cancel the Georgia Coyote Challenge as it puts a blot on our state. Unethical, unscientific and ineffective contests do not reflect fair sportsmanship. –Steve Cody, Roswell

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Dirty politics only demeans democratic process Smear campaigns, dirty tricks â€“ these are part and parcel to the political process. It has been so as long as people have tried to sway popular opinion. It doesnâ€™t have to HATCHER HURD be that way, espeExecutive Editor hatcher@appenmediagroup.com cially in local politics. In many local elections it is hard enough to get local people to stand for election. It costs money, time and is a strain on already busy lives of oneâ€™s family. As our national elections delve into new lows in what passes for decorum among candidates, we see it bubbling up not only in state politics but in our local elections too. With the internet and social media we have the opportunity to reach a wider audience with a high degree of anonymity. I think a new low was reached in Roswell when repugnant slugs actually stapled copies of a candidateâ€™s divorce decree on her campaign signs. Such slimy behavior is of course reprehen-

sible which is why the perpetrators remain anonymous. Another reprehensible punk trick sent out anonymous email blasts accusing another Roswell council candidate of having a â€œsecret mosque in his basement.â€? As if Muslims skulk around in peopleâ€™s basements. Mosques are not uncommon in North Fulton where we practice the freedom of religion the U.S. Constitution guarantees us all. So disseminating the scurrilous idea that a â€œsecretâ€? mosque is harbored among unsuspecting neighbors is designed to play upon fear and prejudice. Of course one candidate makes no secret of his involvement with a Christian organization that helps Iranian Christians who do face persecution in their country. And he does invite Iranian Christians into his home for devotionals. We pay lip service to the notion that we in this country are color blind and indulge in the free and open practice of religion. Yet such political shenanigans as these fray the fabric of the political process. Now we will never rid our larger political frays of the dictum: Allâ€™s fair in

I think a new low was reached in Roswell when repugnant slugs actually stapled copies of a candidateâ€™s divorce decree on her campaign signs. Such slimy behavior is of course reprehensible which is why the perpetrators remain anonymous. love, war and politics. So it was in the days of the founding fathers of this nation â€“ if anything they were nastier than today. But we should demand common decency in our local

elections. To countenance this type of base behavior for a Roswell City Council election or any city does irreparable harm. When members of Roswellâ€™s volunteer boards have their motives called into question and accused of baseless ulterior motives â€“ as current council members have done â€“ that goes too far. Not only is it insulting, it cheapens the political process. It also has a chilling effect that deters good citizens from coming forward and participating in community government. Shame on us for allowing such behavior to go this far. The people who stand for office and serve with little thanks on volunteer boards do the community much service. We should remember they have spouses and family in the community. To stand for office or serve on boards does not give license to treat these fellow citizens as if they had targets on their backs and hunting season is open. I call on all of the candidates to foreswear such base practices and pledge to run on the merit of their ideas and leave dirty tricks to the professional politicians.

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False alarm emails upset McGinnis residents Bogus warning sends residents dashing to planning meeting By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Email blasts sent out Thursday March 2 to residents along McGinnis Ferry Road provided a shock that had them worried for a while. But the warning emails that the Johns Creek Citizens Advisory Committee was considering plans that night to widen McGinnis Ferry Road to six lanes – instead of the four lanes already in the works – turned out to be a false alarm. It seems the Citizens Advisory Committee had merely asked the transportation consultants to do some additional modeling to see if a six-lane McGinnis would significantly bleed off morning traffic headed south from Medlock Bridge Road. The word was, no, it would not make a significant change in southbound Medlock traffic, but it upset McGinnis Ferry residents who are already

uneasy as plans for four lanes will likely affect Johns Creek subdivisions along the way. A couple dozen residents showed up at the usually staid meeting giving community advice on updating the city’s Comprehensive Plan. But they were assured by Community Development Director Sharon Ebert who moderates the Comprehensive Plan committee that there are no plans by anyone to widen McGinnis Ferry to six lanes. Someone on the committee had merely asked the consultants to use its computer modeling software to see what that effect would have. The reduction of travel time for southbound traffic on Ga. 141 (Medlock Bridge) with a destination of Perimeter Mall would be about 4 minutes. That wasn’t considered significant to warrant six lanes on McGinnis at any case. But for residents in Seven Oaks who received a 10:55 email from the subdivision management company flagged “URGENT Neighborhood Info” it was more than unsettling. Seven Oaks resident Mark Jones said he was shocked that it just appeared out of nowhere.

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We were already trying to fight back about how much right of way [on McGinnis] they would take and how big the median would be. Then to have this was crazy.” MARK JONES Seven Oaks resident “We were already trying to fight back about how much right of way [on McGinnis] they would take and how big the median would be. Then to have this was crazy,” Jones said. “The whole neighborhood was up in arms. I was thinking they would have to buy my house now.” Other emails in the community were calling for hiring lawyers to fight this latest “threat.” About 4:30 p.m. a second email from the Seven Oaks management came saying the consideration to widen McGinnis further was “only a response” to show it would not provide the con-

gestion relief desired on Medlock. But by then many residents were already determined to go to the 6 p.m. meeting that afternoon and didn’t get the update. Ebert said later the whole thing was a modeling exercise that was supposed to be a “private draft” for the 24 members of the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee. “It was part of a survey sent to the members. And only 12 of the members opened the survey,” she said. “So whoever put it out to other neighborhoods must have been one of those 12.” She said it was never intended for the public and was an informational tool only. “And it showed that the [modeling] didn’t solve the problem,” she said. “The board members were upset also that this kind of rumor got started.” Getting to the heart of the matter, Ebert said the only plan throughout the metro area is to continue widening roads. “We keep going from two lanes to four, then six. We can’t go on widening roads forever. We have to look at other solutions,” she said. Meanwhile, Johns Creek residents are getting shell-shocked when rumors start flying.

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School leaders ask for options on testing mandates SAT, ACT, ITBS results could be used for data under SB211 By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Officials with the Fulton County School System are strongly supporting legislation which could help districts reduce the testing burden on students, and provide more choices beyond the state’s singular assessment – the Georgia Milestones tests. Last month, Fulton Superintendent Jeff Rose and school board member Katie Reeves testified in front of the state Senate Education and Youth Committee on behalf of Senate Bill 211, which gives local systems more options in meeting testing mandates. “We support accountability and the concept of testing when used appropriately. We believe testing is a valuable tool to learn where our students are academically and how much further they need to go for improvement,” Rose said during the Feb. 23 hearing. The bill passed the Senate on Crossover Day, March 3, and is now under House consideration. SB211 is sponsored by Sen. JEFF ROSE Fulton Superintendent Lindsey Tippins (R-Marietta) and authorizes, among other things, the State Board of Education to conduct a review of state and nationally-recognized assessments. These include the SAT, ACT, Measures of Academic Progress, ACCUPLACER, 98 Stanford Achievement Test and the Iowa Test of Basic Skills. School systems with flexibility waivers, which include most systems, could then select approved assessments to meet state and federal mandates for student testing. The bill states “the proposed

solution shall provide for local school system flexibility...to the greatest extent permitted under federal law.” During the committee hearing on SB211, Rose also urged lawmakers to allow systems options in how they assess student performance. “Students and teachers throughout Georgia are overwhelmed by over-testing and the loss of instructional time. We advocate that assessments should be limited to only those required under the Every Student Succeeds Act,” said Rose. ESSA, which was passed by Congress last year, significantly cuts the number of federally mandated assessments for students to only 17 assessments in core subject areas. However Georgia continues to mandate students take 38 assessments each year, in addition to those mandated at the local level. These high stakes tests, which determine student promotion, final grades, as well as teacher evaluations, are part of the Georgia Milestones (End of Grade in grades 3-8 and End of Course in high school). School leaders have also expressed concern the Milestones provide little useable data. The tests are given toward the end of the year for most systems, with results not returned in time to make adjustments for the current year. For this reason, Fulton school leaders are asking for decision-making power in how to best meet the needs of their students. “When passing ESSA, the new federal education law, Congress expressly wanted to return control and decisionmaking to the local boards of education across the country,” said Reeves, whose district includes Milton and Alpharetta. “This bill would allow local districts in Georgia to determine the best assessment for their students. It would allow Georgia to live up to the true spirit of the law.”

We support accountability and the concept of testing when used appropriately. We believe testing is a valuable tool to learn where our students are academically and how much further they need to go for improvement.”

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Candidates deliver platforms in By CAROLINE FRANKLIN news@appenmedia.com Eighteen candidates have qualified for the April 18 Special Election for the Sixth District following Tom Price’s appointment to Health and Human Services Secretary in Washington, D.C. David Abroms (R) Education: University of Alabama at Birmingham Previous employment: Business executive Political Experience: None Platform: Bringing ABROMS debt under control, helping people gain skills to succeed in our economy, and bridging the partisan divide. What made you decide to run? Our country has serious challenges and I want to help overcome them. The problems vary from hyper-partisanship to national debt. If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? Simply listening to those we disagree with seems to be a lost art. I’m committed to listening well, finding people of goodwill that want to work together to find responsible, affordable solutions. Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most? Yes, I do think our government is broken. Our representatives are obsessed with scoring political points and self-preservation at the expense of problem solving, and I think it’s time for our representatives to work for the American people again instead of operating out of political self-interest. Mohammad Ali Bhuiyan (R) Education: The Indian Institute of Management, Georgia State, and a PhD from the University of Florida. Previous employment: Higher educaBHUIYAN tion administrator and small business owner. Political experience: None Platform: Prosperity for all, strong and smart national defense, both fair and legal immigration while securing the borders. What made you decide to run? For the love of America and its future.

If elected what will you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? I will work with any member of Congress who wants to advance our country. Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most? Our system needs a lot of work. Ragin Edwards (D) Education: Georgia Tech University and Nyack University Previous employment: Senior manager at Global Sales Operations Political experience: Representative EDWARDS on the Vote or Die campaign Platform: Protecting and growing the middle class, ensuring racial and gender equality, affordable education, protecting the environment and bringing truth and transparency into the government. What made you decide to run? The current political climate has caused many Americans to lose faith in our government, and our reputation around the world is currently at stake. Truth and transparency in government is needed now! We cannot continue to blindly follow candidates on either side of the aisle, and it is time to hold all members of the legislature accountable to their word, and more importantly their oath to the American people. I am the voice the 6th district, Georgia, and the United States deserves. If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? First, I will be an example for others in government as a pillar of strength and integrity. I will be vocal when I see issues, and I will hold other members of Congress to their word on both sides of the aisle. I will work judiciously on bipartisan committees and encourage cooperation and open dialogue. Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most? Our government is not broken, but it definitely has visible cracks. We must encourage transparency and change the current bipartisan narrative from one of opposition to one of mutual respect and understanding. All Americans need to work in concert to ensure that we repair our faith in our government, democratic process and our reputation in the world.

Keith Grawert (R) Education: Georgia Tech and Duke University Previous employment: Air Force pilot Political experience: None Platform: Service to the American GRAWERT people, accountability to constituents, action to move on government size, controlling national debt, rational immigration and reforming the tax code. What made you decide to run? Partisanship, subservience to special interest and individual agendas overshadow service to the people. I fundamentally believe in the nobility of service to country and believe we need leaders who are going to put service ahead of self. If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? As a moderate conservative, I cannot sacrifice my core beliefs of individual freedom, limited government and fiscal responsibility. Where I can work with the other side, I will, by focusing on what is truly in the best interest of the American people. Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most? It is absolutely broken. We need to elect leaders willing to serve the interests of country above all else. Bob Gray (R) Education: Purdue University, University of Illinois, and the University of Chicago Previous employment: Business executive Political experience: Johns Creek GRAY City councilman Platform: Fueling the economy, controlling federal spending and ensuring national security. What made you decide to run? I’m running to bring about change. Washington, DC is full of career politicians who are more concerned about having intellectual debates than actually introducing solutions and getting things done. With President Trump’s historic election, we need more business outsiders in Congress to be willing partners in helping him drain the swamp. If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? I’ve spent more than three decades in the business world getting things

done. I’m used to bringing together a wide variety of people – regardless of race, ethnicity, gender or political / business ideology. I’ll do the same as a congressman to ensure that we’re working across the aisle to get things done. Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most? I absolutely believe that our government is broken. The past eight years under President Obama have been detrimental to America – both in terms of domestic and foreign policy. President Trump’s election is a sign that the American people are sick of politics as usual in Washington, D.C., and are ready for conservative reformers to come in and drain the swamp. America was founded on the core tenets of entrepreneurism and innovation. We need more of that entrepreneurial and innovative perspective to fix our broken government. Karen Handel (R) Education: University of Maryland Previous employment: President at Handel Strategy Group Political experience: Former Georgia Secretary of State, former chairman of the HANDEL Fulton County Commission, and served as deputy chief of staff under Sonny Perdue and the Bush/Quayle administration. Platform: Repeal Obamacare, simpler tax code, achieving a balanced budget, reduce debt, protect the unborn and secure the borders. What made you decide to run? With unified Republican control of the federal government, conservatives need to fight hard to break the Washington gridlock and deliver commonsense reforms. With my record of overcoming long odds to achieve positive outcomes and rescuing failing organizations, I have the skills and tenacity needed to tackle the tough issues and deliver much-needed results for America. If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? I have a track record of getting things done in difficult environments. I know when to fight – and how to fight. At the same time, I understand that, in these times, we need good problemsolving. The people of the 6th District will be able to count on me to be their fiercest advocate for their best interests.

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race for 6th District House seat Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most? Government is indeed broken with too much rhetoric and not enough results. It’s time to stop passing the buck and get down to the business of restoring a sane, responsible government. We must repeal and replace Obamacare, reduce onerous regulations, and balance the budget and reduce the massive debt. Alexander Hernandez (I) Education: Indiana University Northwest and Full Sail University. Previous employment: Property craftsperson Political experiHERNANDEZ ence: Elected Property Craftsperson Representative for IATSE Local 44. Platform: Saving Medicare, taking care of veterans, creating an economic plan modeled after President Eisenhower’s Interstate plan, taking money out of politics and passing term limits. What made you decide to run? For too long we have had a government that does not respond to the people. After prayer with my family, we felt that the opportunity in this special election is our answer. We need a representative now more than ever. If elected, what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? As an independent, I will not be beholden to partisan politics. I will only be beholden to the people of the 6th District. I will work with any member of Congress who will put the people first. Many believe out government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most? Government is broken because both parties have put the needs of the elites and moneyed interests over the needs of the American people. Judson Hill (R) Education: Emory University and Mercer University Previous employment: Georgia state senator Political experience: Assistant U.S. Attorney under HILL President Reagan, officer in the Georgia State Defense Force and state senator in Georgia. Platform: Repealing and replac-

ing Obamacare, balancing the budget, keeping America safe, protecting the second amendment, protecting life, strengthening the economy, cutting taxes, honoring veterans and securing the border. Hill was unavailable for further comment. Richard Keatley (D) Education: Ph.D. Previous employment: Professor at Georgia State University Political experience: None Platform: Protecting jobs, achieving KEATLEY the American dream, protecting Medicare/ Medicaid/Social Security and expanding access to health care. What made you decide to run? Our nation faces problems that require citizens’ participation in the democratic process. Partisan bickering and an us-versus-them mentality have paralyzed the democratic process, placing the security and well being of the American people at risk. I believe my background as a veteran and educator will allow me to address our nation’s problems in thoughtful and practical ways. If elected, what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? I would do everything in my power to work across the aisle on issues where we can find common ground. I believe, moreover, that we should support policies that work toward our democratic principles of liberty, justice and prosperity for all. Many believe our government is broken. Do you? If so, what needs fixing the most? Our political discourse. Rather than dealing in sound bites and slogans, I believe we need to return to the political process, engaging in reasoned, open debate on our issues, goals and how to achieve them. Amy Kremer (R) Education: Kennesaw State University and Auburn University Previous employment: Chairman of Tea Party Express Political experience: Cofounder of the modern day Tea KREMER Party, former co-chair of Women Vote Smart PAC, cofounder of Tea Party Patriots Platform: Securing the borders,

reinvest in military technology, cutting government regulations that stifle job growth, simplifying and flattening tax structure, repealing Obamacare, defending the Second Amendment, gaining local control of education and taking care of veterans. What made you decide to run? Over the last nine years, I have carried the conservative values of the 6th District with me as I traveled the country, working tirelessly to preserve freedom and liberty helping elect conservatives like Marco Rubio, Ted Cruz and Rand Paul. Now the time is right to do for Georgia’s 6th District what I have been doing all over the country for the past nine years. I already have the relationships with conservatives on Capitol Hill, so I will be the trusted conservative working for the people here in my hometown. If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? Find areas of mutual agreement and craft bipartisan bills, working for all people in Georgia›s 6th District and the American people Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most? Yes, I do believe Washington is broken and we need to put Washington back to work for the American people. Too often, elected officials forget who they represent and why they were sent to Washington. Their focus becomes remaining in office, maintaining power and making the rounds on the D.C. cocktail circuit. We need to elect men and women who are committed to doing the business of the American people and who are not beholden to special interests or party politics. It is time Washington works for the American people again. Bruce LeVell (R) Education: Central Texas College Previous employment: Managing partner Political experience: Chairman of Gwinnett County Republican Party, LeVELL executive director of Donald Trump’s National Diversity Coalition. Platform: Bringing back American jobs for American workers, repealing Obamacare, making new transportation infrastructure a priority and helping President Trump “drain the swamp.” What made you decide to run? The reason I entered the Georgia 6th District race is simple: no other

candidate here is truly on board with the president. Some are Johnny Come Latelies in their support. Others are Establishment fence-sitters. They want to have their cake and eat it too: be fashionably against the president’s agenda to the press while reaping the electoral benefits of the enormous new Republican coalition he has built. Not me. I am running in 2017 for the same reason I was the president’s top surrogate in 2016: to be a unifier who is the president’s top ally in Congress in making his America First agenda a reality. If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? I will create a bipartisan caucus to support the president’s America First economic agenda, starting with the Infrastructure Program that the 6th District’s roads and bridges desperately need to relieve congestion. Based on my background I am the best choice for bringing bold initiatives and ideas for transportation infrastructure in the 6th District. Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most? What needs fixing the most? The roads and bridges in the 6th District desperately need fixing. Traffic is affecting our quality of life. We need to fix that problem and we can fix it fast. Government is broken because of special interest money lining the pockets of career politicians, like several of my opponents in this race, and an ossified political-media establishment that is desperately trying to obstruct the president’s “drain the swamp agenda.” I am committed to serving a maximum of eight years in office and reforming Congress to root out entrenched Washington interests. And I am committed to taking zero lobbyist or special interest money. William Llop (R) Education: Mercer University Previous employment: Accounting firm owner Political experience: None Platform: Lowering taxes, less regulations, LLOP education and Opting-In for a fair wage What made you decide to run? Because of my experience, I am compelled to help correct the problems facing Americans. My career and volunteer work have given me the opportunity to see our whole community.

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Qualifying: 18 candidates will vie for 6th District seat Continued from Page 13 If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? My platform is bipartisan. I am 4 of 11 siblings, half Republican and half Democrat, and table talk is stimulating. Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most? The government needs reforming. The career politicians and special interest groups have taken precedence over the American People. The resolution would be to incorporate term limits, get the special interest groups out of our tax code and regulations, improve education and stop subsidized big business labor. Dan Moody (R) Education: University of Oklahoma Previous employment: Business owner at Control Southern Inc. Political Experience: Georgia state senator Moody was unavailable for further comment.

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Jon Ossoff (D) Education: The London School of Economics Previous employment: CEO of Insight TWI Political experience: Senior national security staffer specialOSSOFF izing in naval affairs and cyber security policy Platform: Growing the economy, rooting out corruption in D.C., making healthcare more affordable, defending Social Security and protecting women’s access to healthcare. What made you decide to run? I grew up in the 6th Congressional District, and I want to give back to my community. I will apply my background in anti-corruption to stand up for taxpayers, apply my experience on Capitol Hill to defend Social Security and women’s access to health care, and apply my background in national security to keep our community safe. If elected, what will you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? I’ll work across the aisle whenever possible to serve our community. I’ll support common-sense policy solutions no matter who offers them. We should be able to find common ground to help grow our economy, make health care

more affordable and implement a smart and tough foreign policy. Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most? I’m an experienced investigator of corruption, fraud and waste in government. I’ll apply that real-world, private sector experience to root out and expose corruption and fraud in Washington. I’ll follow the trail wherever it leads me to fight for honest government and the interests of Georgia’s taxpayers.” Andre Pollard (I) Education: Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering Previous employment: Computer systems engineer Political experience: None Platform: StandPOLLARD ing up to those who devalue the American brand, saving the environment and training people to keep up with the modernizing economy. What made you decide to run? The current White House administration policies have encouraged vibrant grassroots actions. I am one of those who feels called into action by a desire to do more for what I know is right and just. I cannot in good consciousness sit out this round when one of the first opportunities to take back Congress is sitting right in front of me. If elected, what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? The labeling of Democrat or Republican comes with its own stigma that forms a natural divisions from a member’s first day in office. As an independent, my focus will be on the issue and to fully represent my constituents, fellow Georgians and the American people. Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most? I believe technology has not kept pace with our Government. We have several areas that can be improved upon, and my top priorities would be our tax code, elections and health care. To my surprise the minimum funds raised to win a seat in Congress (2016) was over $100,000. That shifts the focus from the better candidate to those who can fundraise better. On health care, I received a $1,700 bill for a 30-minute hospital ER service that resulted in an X-ray and a $12 prescription. And I have good insurance. Now I am forced to triage my family, and if they are not dying, make them wait to see their regular doctor.

Dr. Rebecca Quigg (D) Education: Washington and Jefferson College and Pennsylvania State University Previous employment: Cardiologist Political experience: None QUIGG Platform: Protecting and improving the Affordable Care Act, taking care of seniors, closing the wage gap, improving public schools, taking care of veterans, making higher education affordable and taking the money out of politics. Dr. Quigg was unavailable for further comment. Ron Slotin (D) Education: University of Georgia Previous Employment: Chief marketing officer Political Experience: Georgia state senator for District 39 Platform: CreatSLOTIN ing world class jobs, supporting public schools, advocating for quality healthcare, protecting Medicare, rebuilding infrastructure and supporting clean air and water. What made you decide to run? My desire is to leave a better country for our children and grandchildren. I’ve called this district home for over 15 years. As congressman, I will work to end the gridlock and stagnation in Washington. Public service to me means remembering the people who elected you and working to deliver on promises made to them. I will do my best to represent the values of the entire district. If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? I would work with both Republicans and Democratic officials to offer transportation alternatives like light rail, bike paths and sidewalks to support connectivity between our communities. I will also work to secure more federal dollars for infrastructure improvements. We have great companies like Mercedes Benz that are moving to our district because of its connectivity. As congressman, I will bring more focus on issues that bring us together. Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most? Our government is stagnant right now because we are not putting our country first. We are bogged down in

petty partisanship at levels I’ve never seen before. We must come together to find common sense solutions to the issues that hit home the hardest. I’m running a positive campaign about getting real results for our district and country. We are reaching out to Democrats, independents and Republicans who are ready to come together and end the constant arguing and bickering that seems to be drowning out the voices of hard-working Americans of all stripes. Kurt Wilson (R) Education: Snead State Jr. College, University of Mississippi and Jacksonville State University. Previous Employment: Saxby’s licensee and real estate company owner. Political experiWILSON ence: None Platform: Enforcing term limits, eliminating deficit spending, spurring private sector jobs and devolving the power of government back into the hands of local citizens. What made you decide to run? It is time for ordinary Americans with a passion for our great country to rise and demonstrate the political courage to do the right thing, attack onerous regulatory agencies, end deficit spending and provide leadership to issues that include defense, transportation and health crises. If elected what would you do to generate bipartisan cooperation? I believe many of us agree on the various challenges facing us, and many of us agree on more than we disagree about. My belief is that if we focus on the issues and solutions we can agree about, much of what we disagree about can be resolved. I also believe term limits diminish partisan politics; term limits take away political ambition, set timetables for accomplishment and force everyone to work together Many believe our government is broken, do you? And if yes, what needs fixing the most? I think darn near most of us think it is broken whether you are on the Republican, Democratic, independent, Libertarian, conservative, liberal, you name it. I don’t think it is many folks, unless of course, you are one of those folks who reside in Washington, D.C. – then you are probably not as apt to be so critical, and that is the problem. We need a political reformation!

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Area students performing well in AP courses, exams Eight schools named to the state’s Honor Roll By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – All eight traditional high schools in North Fulton were among those named to the 2016 Georgia Department of Education Advanced Placement (AP) Honor Schools. The list recognizes schools offering students the most challenging curricula available, and whose students perform exceptionally well in these rigorous AP courses and at the end of course exams. Honor Schools are named in six categories based on the results of 2016 AP courses and exams, with AP Merit Schools the most prestigious category. Schools in this category have at least 20 percent of their student population taking AP exams, with at least half of all exams earning scores of 3 or higher. All eight traditional high schools in North Fulton were among the select group of only 69 high schools in the state named AP Merit Schools. This group represents fewer than 15 percent of all public high schools in Georgia. AP Merit Schools from Fulton County include Alpharetta, Cambridge, Centennial, Chattahoochee, Johns Creek, Northview, Milton and Roswell high schools. These eight high schools were also named AP STEM Schools, AP STEM Achievement Schools, and AP Humanities Schools; all based on participation and exam scores. The STEM categories recognize high schools with achievement in AP science, technology, engineering or mathematics courses. Humanities Schools include AP courses in English/language arts, social science, fine arts and world language. Fulton School officials said the benefits for students taking AP courses and exams extends beyond high school. “Our high schools are offering rigorous, college-level curricula to our students and many of them are earning credit for college by passing these exams,” said Susan Hale, school district spokeswoman. “It’s commendable to see so many of our schools recognized on this annual list year after year.” The number of students participating in AP courses in Fulton County has increased by more than 40 percent over the past five years.

Three area schools among state’s top Title I schools Hembree Springs Elementary, River Eves Elementary and Amana Academy were among the five Fulton County schools recognized by the Georgia Department of Education as exceptional examples of progress and high academic achievement for Title 1 schools. The North Fulton schools were named 2016-2017 Reward Schools by the GDOE, indicating the schools are succeeding in their efforts to educate students from varying socioeconomic backgrounds. Reward Schools fall into two categories: Highest Performance and High Progress. All three area schools were named in the Highest Performance category, an elite group of only 81 schools statewide. This category recognizes schools receiving Title I funds that are among the top 5 percent of schools in the state with the highest absolute performance over three years for all students on state assessments. Renaissance Elementary in South Fulton and Woodland Elementary in Sandy Springs were named to the High Progress Category which recognizes schools in the top 10 percent statewide making the most progress in improving student achievement. Title I is a federal program that provides additional funding to schools serving children in high poverty areas and who are most at risk for not meeting the state’s performance standards. –Candy Waylock AP courses offer rigorous college-level learning options to students in high school. Each spring, exams are administered by the College Board, which also administers the SAT. Students who receive a 3, 4 or 5 on AP exams are eligible to receive college credit or may be exempt from some introductory college courses. The GDOE began recognizing AP Honor Schools in 2008, adding AP STEM recognition in 2011 and AP Humanities category in 2015.

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Haynes Bridge getting $450M office project 1.1 million s.f. of office planned at Ga. 400

Project at a glance • Northwinds Summit • Haynes Bridge Rd. at Ga. 400 • 1.1 million s.f. Class A office • 30,000 s.f. of retail/restaurants • 140-room hotel • 140 apartment units • 32 condominium units

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta’s skyline is set to grow with plans submitted by Pope and Land that will place 1.1 million square feet of office space at the intersection of Haynes Bridge Road and Ga. 400. It is a staggering $450 million project, but Pope and Land director and development partner Kerry Armstrong says it is the right development at the right time and in the right place. The property is zoned for the Class A office space, but Pope and Land wants to create a campus that will also include apartments, condominiums, a 140-room hotel and 30,000 square feet of commercial space. “This is something that has been in the works for some time,” Armstrong said. “After all, Pope & Land has owned that property for 25 years.” The project is ready to move forward now, and will go before the Alpharetta Planning Commission then to the City Council for final approval. Office is the primary use for the project. The commercial-retail will be mostly to service the residents and office needs for the project. The hotel as well will likely be little competition to existing hotel beds, again supplying the requirements of the onsite office users. “It is a live-work-play-stay development. It will include a health club and other services oriented for the location,” Armstrong said. “But this product is

heavy on jobs. That is what the market is – jobs.” The apartments, condos and retail mix are the right size to complement the live-work-play environment, he said. “It creates a livable, walkable destination. It’s the right product for the suburbs and especially Alpharetta.” Another element that Armstrong is keen on is the location will be on the southern link of the city’s inner loop walking trail. It’s the kind of amenity that the tenants Pope & Land are seeking to have.

“We’re excited about that and anxious to get working on that with them. It’s a great plan, and we’re in a position to figure prominently with it,” Armstrong said. The first phase is contemplated to be 185,000 square feet of office. Ultimately the office will have one component of five-story office and a second two-story office component. “The other buildings envisioned – depending on the market – would be 350,000 square feet, or 13-, 14-, or 15 stories. That area has always been

identified as Alpharetta’s suburban high-rise site,” Armstrong said. Armstrong concedes it is a lot to put on a 24-acre site, but that it can accommodate it with direct access off Ga. 400. “There is not a better site than Haynes Bridge and Ga. 400. It’s where the transportation infrastructure, the traffic signals and everything are.” For many years the project lay mostly dormant as a joint partnership between Pope and Land and Duke Realty. Then Pope and Land bought out Duke. And now it is bringing the project forward. Mayor David Belle Isle said he has not yet seen the plans – it was only submitted last week – but it looks like the third leg of the Alpha Link, the proposed inner loop city trail that will link with Alpharetta City Center and Avalon. “The loop is designed in such a way as to be an anchor on Haynes Bridge Road,” said Belle Isle. With North Park on North Point Parkway, a 48-acre mixed-use development of Class A office, condos, apartments and retail, Alpharetta is seeing a building boom unlike anything since the mid-1990s.

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State Farm triggering massive Setting prices for your products, urban creation in Dunwoody services Development of State Farm’s new $1 billion, 2.2 million-square-foot Dunwoody campus is well underway and will trigger a significant change to that area. It will create a ‘MidtownGEOFF SMITH like’ atmosphere Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com and a need to expand mass transit. We at Assurance Financial had a good view of the first, 19-story building that rose above the tree-line outside our Dunwoody office. It’s an attractive building, and alone, looks huge. Now that it’s up, I can start to imagine how big this development will be as developer KDC plans to start construction this year on a 21-story and another 19-story building to be completed in 2019 and 2020. The campus will eventually house 8,000 State Farm employees in addition to employees working in space that the company will lease out. The campus is more than an office building. The first floors will eventually house 100,000 square feet of retail, restaurants and entertainment, and there will be a 175-room hotel on site. This next phase also includes a walkway over Hammond Drive connecting the campus to the Dunwoody MARTA station. The campus is a major investment by State Farm. And if you look on their website, they believe having a campus like this will be critical in securing the workforce they’ll need over the next several decades. Corporations today are looking ahead at a workforce that will consist of mostly millennials. And those corporations are betting heavily right now on creating work environments that will be attractive to tomor-

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row’s workforce. These environments include walkable, urban environments with easy access to public transportation. State Farm is marketing those features to potential employees on its website, selling Atlanta as an “exciting metropolitan area that successfully combines Southern hospitality with cutting-edge innovation.” And specifically referring to its new campus: “Atlanta-based employees are within walking distance to shopping, dining, day care, public transportation, and recreation.” In actuality, if long-range plans for the area are carried out, State Farm is underselling the urban environment. Dunwoody already approved a $20-million bond that will create a connector road behind the campus that will give motorists a dedicated exit off 285 to the campus. The road will also give another road-front behind the campus and to the old Goldkist headquarters site next door, where a developer has already proposed building two high-rise office towers, two high-rise residential tow-

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Honey & Hazel to move shop New location will be across the street on North Point Parkway By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — One of Alpharetta’s most beloved locally owned boutiques is moving. But it’s not going far. Honey & Hazel boutique, run by mother-daughter owners Julie Gordy and Grace Gordy Mohr, is opening up across the street from their current store to North Point Village also on

North Point Parkway. The store was always a dream for the two. “This is always something we talked about doing,” Gordy Mohr said. “Joining forces was something we always talked about. We had a good opportunity to start the store. Here we are three years later.” The new store is set to open sometime in April, after the company’s third birthday. Their current lease is up in April so this is a good time for change, Gordy said. They caught wind of the space across the street being open and after touring it said it felt perfect.

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The new store will have a similar feel to the current location.

Other stores have also moved to the shopping center, including Ulta Beauty, joining current similar female-oriented shops like Loft, Treasures Formal and Bridal shop and Chico’s. “The new location will give customers easy access in and out,” Gordy said. “We will also have more visibility which is what we wanted the most.” Their new shopping center is designed for customers to be able to park their cars and walk from store to store, Gordy Mohr said. The new location will be a little bit bigger, but size wasn’t a deal-breaker for the owners. “If you drive or walk past us now, people often say, ‘I’ve been meaning to get in there,’” Gordy said. “We want people to come in. The visibility is the key issue.” The store has won numerous awards in the past, which Gordy said makes them “pinch themselves” to remember it’s real. She said the new exposure will help the store grow. “Something’s working. We’re doing something right since we have a location out of the way,” Gordy said. “We care about our customers. They all become family and know that we care about our product and service.” Sometimes new shoppers are skeptical of the store due to the target customers being a wide range of women. “They look at me and go, ‘she’s old. What is she doing here? What does she know?’” Gordy said. “It’s great with Grace being 29 and me being 60-yearsold. The average shopper is anywhere from 20 to 50-years-old.” And being a mother-daughter family owned and run business helps draw in

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Julie Gordy, right, and her daughter Grace Gordy Mohr have been running the boutique for three years.

the customers, too, Gordy said. “We saw one of our first customers get married,” Gordy Mohr said. “She had a baby and her middle name is Hazel after us. It’s fun to see how everyone evolves in life. It’s nice to be close to our customers.” For updates on the new location opening, visit shophoneyandhazel.com or facebook.com/honeyandhazel.

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Emory Orthopaedics welcomes Dr. Lisa Foster

Providence Bank hires new staff members

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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center welcomes a new non-operative spine physician, Dr. Lisa Foster to its Johns Creek practice. Foster joins Dr. Kyle Hammond; Dr. Neeru Jayanthi; Dr. Scott Maughon; Dr. Oluseun Olufade, Dr. Mathew Pombo and Dr. Richard Thomas at the clinic at 6335 Hospital Parkway in Johns Creek. Foster is a board-certified, fellowFOSTER ship-trained interventional physiatrist. She has extensive training in minimally invasive, fluoroscopic guided procedures for the treatment of various spinal disorders. “We’re confident Dr. Foster will strengthen the presence of the Emory Spine Center at our Johns Creek location to make world-class spine care more accessible for patients north of the metro Atlanta area,” says Boden. Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center has also added six new exam rooms to serve more patients.

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Providence Bank recently welcomed two new additions to its staff; Beverly Skelton as Vice President/Branch Manager and Tamy Davis as a teller. Both new employees bring decades of local banking experience to their positions. Skelton began her banking career in 1983 and has been a part of the SKELTON North Fulton banking community since 2000. Davis is also a familiar face in the local banking community. As a lifelong North Fulton resident, Davis began working with her grandfather at Roswell Bank in the 1980s and has remained in banking ever since. Providence Bank is the only community bank locally chartered in the Alpharetta and Milton community.

ATLANTA — Scientific Games Corporation recently announced that Norsk Tipping, Norway’s national lottery operator and World Lottery Association member, has awarded the Company two new three-year contracts to provide interactive casino and eInstant games. The contracts, which Scientific Games won following a competitive procurement process, may be extended for one additional year. The Company’s world-class digital content will be offered to Norwegian players via a single point of delivery through Scientific Games’ secure remote gaming server platform. Scientific Games also provides Norsk Tipping with lottery instant games as well as lottery gaming systems and retail technology. The company is also collaborating with the lottery to innovate in areas such as product portfolio management, prize structures and payouts and retail product display.

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Alpharetta Chamber director wants members with ‘big hearts’ New leader wants membership committed to helping By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Riding a wave of economic expansion, Alpharetta is poised to play host to a growth in business exceeding anything it’s seen in the past. Work begins this month to develop 41 parcels for shops and restaurants, an office tower and residential buildings in downtown’s City Center. Phase II of Avalon, set to open in April, will feature an additional 80,000 square feet of retail, a Class A office towers, luxury rental units and a 325 room hotel and conference center. These are ripe pickings for a local chamber of commerce. But not so fast, says Chamber Executive Director Kelsey Lynch. “I’m all about quality over quantity,” Lynch said. “I just want the best people who have big hearts and want to support other local businesses.” Lynch took the reins last November and immediately set the lofty goal of doubling the chamber’s 348 members this year. So far, not too bad. The business organization has grown by almost 25 members since Lynch took over and the word is spreading. Just last week Lynch streamed live a chamber event on Facebook inviting others to join in. That’s the sort of invite today’s members appreciate, she said peeking through the curtain before committing to entering the room. “I don’t think I realized how attached and passionate I would become,” she said. “This job is changing the course of my life. I have a completely different outlook on what I want

to do and what I want to focus on. It’s extremely satisfying.” The Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce is governed by a 28-member board of directors — local business leaders dedicated LYNCH to fostering the business and residential climate in the city. Lynch was brought on late last year to run the day-to-day affairs of the organization. The past three months have been eye-opening, she said. “What I’ve seen is that there is an overwhelming number of business owners who aren’t getting a real experience,” she said. “I’ve seen a lot of people who have fallen through the cracks. They don’t have as much visibility as they could have. “A lot of them aren’t seeing the value of joining a chamber. That’s across the board.” Lynch knows something about being an outsider. She began her own pastry business out of her home in 2008 and, by chance, linked up with the right people who guided her into distributing her product to countless other businesses and events. For four years, she supplied Tin Lizzy’s five area locations with 2,000 cupcakes a week, plus catered parties, luncheons and special events. In all that time baking, packaging, delivering and marketing, she never joined the local chamber. “That’s the biggest mistake and regret I have,” she said when asked about it last November. As a small business owner she did not realize what a chamber could do then. “I just didn’t know.” Today, she said she “would have killed to have been a part of such an

Project: Continued from Page 16 Belle Isle attributes the up-tick in economic development to a lot of “good business decisions, especially from the technology sector.” He points to the $100 million expansion recently announced by Jackson Healthcare as another example. “The Avalon office building has added Microsoft as a tenant. And it has been reported to me that it is completely leased out,” Belle Isle said. “I believe this was the first ‘spec’ office building started outside the perimeter since the late 1990s and to have 100 percent pre-leased is a huge step. “So I can certainly see there is growing demand.

organization.” It has opened her eyes to what a chamber can be to young entrepreneurs. ”I’m in a unique position, because I was an entrepreneur, and I’ve learned so much along the way about how to run a business successfully,” Lynch said. “I feel like I’m up for the challenge, actually give these people something they can learn about and how they can really further their business. We’re not just going to print up a newsletter and make up a website.” One thing she is committed to is personal contact. “I’ve been doing a lot of one-onones,” she said. “I’ve seen a lot of positive feedback from that. Every single time a new member joins, I reach out to them.” It’s from these personal contacts that Lynch learns where a business might need help. In a recent case, a man had opened a gym in Alpharetta, but he wanted to include a full scope of services including daycare, nutrition counselling and a juice bar. Lynch put her in touch with a businessman she knows who operates a juice bar and the two formed an agreement whereby juice products from the store are sold at the gym. Lynch said those are the kinds of services a chamber should offer all members – something beyond attending gatherings and handing out business cards. “That would’ve never have happened if I hadn’t sat down and figured out exactly what this gentleman needed to get him moving faster than he would have on his own,” she said. “I want to help when it comes to resources.” She said chambers can boast about how big of a network they have, but it’s often like throwing people into a pool and expecting them to find one another. “Why not facilitate that process,

We have confidence in the market and we have confidence in Alpharetta. This is a big bet, but we think the timing is right. It will take many years to come to full buildout.” KERRY ARMSTRONG Pope and Land director and development partner Obviously, we will have to study the application and hear from the public. But I think this type of develop-

I’m all about quality over quantity. I just want the best people who have big hearts and want to support other local businesses.” KELSEY LYNCH Alpharetta Chamber Executive Director because in my mind is a database of members,” she said. “And, I know who is who. Because I talk to everyone all day and hear their challenges, I keep that in the back of my mind. “So when I’m out and about and I hear a conversation where someone expresses a need, I can immediately pull it. “I’ll say ‘I know exactly what you’re talking about. I have just the person you need to talk to,’” she said. But pursuing all the one-on-one is time consuming, and Lynch says it keeps her away from the office a lot. She depends on event coordinator Kristen Franks, her only staffer, to handle much of the event scheduling and online updates. “That’s one of the things I want to change,” she said. “As we continue to grow – and I can show that growth to our board – that’s when we’ll be able to start hiring more people.” No matter how many are added, though, Lynch said she will remain at the forefront with members, finding out how the chamber can better serve them. “You can go to any organization and deal with a membership representative,” she said. “Right out of the gate, I want them to realize they can rely on me.”

ment makes sense at the southern point of our loop and right next to 400.” Technology companies want to be here, and Alpharetta is the logical place. “It used to be technology companies wanted to be out on a divided highway somewhere by themselves. Now the trend is that they want to be around other things that are happening. And Alpharetta has a lot of things happening,” Belle Isle said. The project is the largest ever contemplated in Alpharetta. “We have confidence in the market and we have confidence in Alpharetta. This is a big bet, but we think the timing is right. It will take many years to come to full buildout,” Armstrong said. If the zoning goes through, Pope & Land plan to get phase 1 under way quickly.

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The Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers presents the story of Maya Angelou, an inspirational singer, dancer, activist, poet and writer. This film celebrates her life with rare archival photos and videos of her as well as interviews with friends and family. A Q&A with the filmmaker will follow the showing. It will be shown Sunday, March 12, 7-10 p.m. at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell. For more information, visit roswellgov.com. Looking to get the word out about your event? Submit it to our online calendar at NorthFulton.com/Calendar.

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What: Sample 23 of Johns Creek’s finest restaurants and culinary concepts with food specials for one week only. There is a free JCRW app to see all participating restaurants and their specials. When: March 5-11, times vary Where: Throughout Johns Creek More info: johnscreekadvantage.org

BULLOCH HALL QUILT SHOW

What: The Bulloch Hall Quilt Guild will present their 35th Great American Cover-Up Quilt Show, featuring around 200 quilts made by local artists and displayed throughout the antebellum home. When: March 10-19 Where: Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave, Roswell More info: bhqg.org

ALPHARETTA POLICE K-9 5K FOOT CHASE

What: The race is on a certified course with chip timing. There will be the chance to win prizes just for entering. All of the proceeds will benefit the Alpharetta Public Safety Foundation. Other dogs are welcome. When: Saturday, March 11, 7:30-9:30 a.m. Where: Alpharetta Community Center, 175 Roswell St., Alpharetta More info and registration: awesomealpharetta.com

MACFESTIVUS AND 1/2K

What: Join this second annual family friendly event with live music, bag pipes, Irish dancers, face painting, balloon artists, beer and food. When: Saturday, March 11, noon-6 p.m. Where: MacMcGees, 936 Canton St., Roswell More info: macmcgeepubs.com

HOME BUYERS WORKSHOP

What: Learn about how to become a homeowner in this free workshop and presentation by a local realtor and mortgage banker. There will be light refreshments and a door prize. When: Saturday, March 11, 11 a.m.noon Where: Northeast Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info and registration: melissa@ nloans.net

NIGHT HIKE

What: Enjoy a guided night hike with limited artificial light at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve. Awake the senses and enjoy the natural world. S’mores and/or hot chocolate will follow. When: Monday, March 13, 8:30 p.m. Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $10 More info and tickets: autreymill.org

ROSWELL READS W RITING WORKSHOP

What: Guest lecturer and writer-inresidence Melissa Fay Greene will present a free writing workshop and go over how she crafts her stories. Greene is the author of “The Underdogs.” When: Tuesday, March 14, 10 a.m.noon Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info and registration: roswellgov. com

VEGETABLE GARDENING – THE BASICS

What: This free class covers: soil preparation; seasonal planting (coolseason vs warm-season crops); planning your garden; mulching, weed control, fertilizing and pest control. When: Tuesday, March 14, 7-8:30 p.m. Where: Bill Johnson Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: nfmg.net

What: The Johns Creek Veteran’s Association will host their monthly social hour and dinner at this meeting. Help honor and promote the welfare of local veterans and get them involved in community activities. When: Wednesday, March 15, 6-8 p.m. Where: Park Place at Newtown Park, 3160 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: $5 More info: jcvets.org or 678-512-3430

FREE TAX PREP

What: Get free tax preparation assistance by trained volunteers. See website for full list of documents to bring. Walk-ins welcome Fridays and Saturdays. Appointments available. When: Through April 17, times vary Where: NFCC Education Center, 1125 Elkins Road, Roswell More info and registration: nfcchelp.org or vita@nfcchelp.org

FREE AARP TAX HELP

What: Trained helpers are offering free tax services in multiple AARP Tax-Aide centers throughout tax season. When: Times vary Where: Multiple locations throughout Metro Atlanta More info and locations: aarp.org

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: “STEEL MAGNOLIAS”

What: Act 1 Theater presents the celebrated Southern classic of family and friendship, following the story of a group of strong and beautiful women as they encounter tragedy. When: March 3-19, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church Theater, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta More info and tickets: act1theater.com

SCAD PRINTMAKING EXHIBIT

What: This exhibit showcases the innovative ways both traditional and digital printmaking processes can be utilized to express ideas and concepts in the 21st century. Presented by SCAD students, alumni and faculty When: March 11-April 21, times vary Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

ROSWELL DANCE STARZ

What: Roswell Dance Starz will be presenting their Winter Concert “Tribute: A Dancer’s Celebration of Art, Literature, Music, Film and Stage” showcasing their dance company members ages 7-18. When: Saturday, March 11, 1-2:30 p.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info and tickets: tututix.com/ roswelldancestarz

ARTIST RECEPTION: GREG FERGUSON

What: Meet the artist behind the exhibit “Bearing Witness” The Photography of Greg Ferguson, which showcases Ferguson’s award-winning photography of the natural world. When: Sunday, March 12, 3-5 p.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: gregferguson.us.com or 770594-6232

ATLANTA FLUTE ENSEMBLE CONCERT

What: The Atlanta Flute Ensemble will present their free spring concert, directed by Kathy Farmer. They will play a variety of melodies sure to relax and inspire. Reservations are required. When: Wednesday, March 15, 10:30 a.m. Where: Northeast Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info and registration: karen. swenson@fultoncountyga.gov or 770360-8820

“9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL”

What: With music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, this play is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. See the hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era. When: March 16-25, times vary Where: Milton High School, 13025 Birmingham Highway, Milton Cost: tickets start at $15 More info and tickets: miltontheatrecompany.com

“OKLAHOMA!”

What: Roswell High School presents the story the classic musical about the 20th century frontier west and the romance between Curly, a cow-hand, and Laurey, a farm girl, as they start a new life together. When: March 16-19, times vary Where: Roswell High School, 11595 King Road, Roswell Cost: $12 in advance, $15 at the door More info and tickets: oklahomarhs. com

LIBRARY EVENTS: SHENANIGANS

What: Join Autism Improvised for this free six-week improv theater workshop for those with high-functioning autism, Asperger’s or similar traits. Have fun, make friends and gain confidence. Ages 14-26. When: Wednesday, March 15, 1:302:30 p.m. Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info and registration: afpls.org or 404-613-4050

IT’S A MYSTERY BOOK CLUB

What: All mystery novel lovers are invited to join this club and the discussion of this month’s book, “The Woman Upstairs,” by Claire Messud. Registration is required. When: Saturday, March 11, 2-3 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info and registration: marcia. divack@fultoncountyga.gov

TECH HELP: DATABASES

What: Learn how to use the library’s free digital resources in this free hands-on class for students and adults. Laptop users are welcome. When: Saturday, March 11, 1-2 p.m. Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

COOKING WITH CHEF LYNN

What: Alpharetta Library’s resident culinary artist Chef Lynn Ware, of Gourmet Solutions, will offer a free cooking demo with samples. This demo’s theme is a surprise. When: Monday, March 13, 6-7:30 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info and registration: michael. salpeter@fultoncountyga.gov or 404613-6735

AP TEST PREP: AP PSYCHOLOGY

What: Instructors from C2Education will help students prepare for the AP Psychology exam this spring. A practice exam will also be available next week. Reservations are required. When: Monday, March 13, 6-7:30 p.m. Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info and registration: afpls.org or 770-640-3075

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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GET OUTSIDE, GEORGIA:

Getting ready for white bass fishing There’s good news for Georgia anglers: the white bass are here again! Warming temperatures and lengthening days are the triggers that launch the STEVE HUDSON annual springtime Get Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net white bass run, and the fishing that results can indeed be fast and furious. It’s already happening in the southern parts of the state, and odds are that the excitement will begin in these parts any day now. Traditional wisdom has it that white bass run about the same time the dogwoods bloom. The cause is a water temperature in the mid 50s. What’s it like when white bass run? During the peak of the run, the numbers of fish in the rivers can be truly astounding. Fish of a half pound to a couple of pounds are the norm, though larger ones are sometimes encountered. Every seasoned white bass enthusiast will affirm that when you catch one white bass, you can expect to catch more. It’s not just a fish here and a fish there. The number of fish can be amazing to those who have never experienced the fun of a white bass run. Where can you look for white bass? Focus on rivers and streams which feed large lakes. Hereabouts, check out the rivers and streams feeding Lake Allatoona (the Etowah and Little River) and Lanier (the Chestatee and the Chattahoochee). A little farther afield, check out the Coosa River (and of course the Oostanaula and Etowah, which join to form the Coosa), which feeds Alabama’s Lake Weiss. Many consider the Coosa run to be the best in the state. While a boat definitely provides greater access to good white bass water, some areas (including the Little River at Olde Rope Mill Park near I-575 as well as Mayo Lock and Dam Park on the Coosa River) provide opportunities to fish for white bass from shore. What about tactics? During the run, white bass tend to congregate below shoals, near the mouth of creeks, near large brushpiles, close to sandbars, or near other obstructions that interrupt the flow. Such areas can hold large numbers of fish and are considered prime spots, so don’t be surprised to find them crowded with anglers at times.

White bass are already running in southern Georgia, and will begin in these parts any day. What kind of gear? Spinning enthusiasts do well with small, 2- to 3-inch, light-colored minnow imitations. Small plugs or in-line spinners will do the job; so will simple white jigheads fitted with a curly-tailed plastic grub. If your lure’s color scheme includes a touch of red or chartreuse, so much the better. If you’re fly fishing, try bright and flashy streamers such as the Rolex or the Hudson Streamer. A weighted white Bream Buster tied on a size six or eight hook will work too. You want fairly heavy flies so they’ll get down into the lower half of the water column. Whether spin fishing or fly fishing, allow the lure to sink a bit before beginning the retrieve. Use the “countdown” technique - that is, allow the lure to sink to various depths while you count off seconds - to find the depth where the fish are holding. Then simply use a more-or-less steady retrieve – and hold on! Because no complicated techniques are required, white bass is particularly fun with kids. All that a young angler needs is a basic spinning rod and some grubtail jigs or spinners. The white bass action will continue into April, when the fish will leave the rivers and return to the depths of the lakes. But while it’s on, it offers a great opportunity for some unforgettable fishing.

If you enjoy fly fishing for white bass, you may be interested in a special fly tying class set for Saturday, March 11, at Alpharetta Outfitters. This class, taught by Yours Truly, is designed to teach you how to tie and fish some of the most effective flies for white bass fishing. There is a charge for the class. Space is limited, and preregistration is required. For more information, contact Alpharetta Outfitters at 678-762-0027. Meanwhile, be sure to say hello if you see me out on one of our rivers over the next few weeks. White bass season is short, and odds are I’ll be out there every chance I get. And holler if you hook a big one. I’ll come running and take your picture! Spring brings great opportunities for getting outdoors, and one great way to do so is to hike one of the many great trails of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. Learn about hiking in CRNRA in Steve Hudson’s book “Hiking The Hooch.” It’s available on Amazon, from local outfitters, or at www. chattahoocheemedia.com.

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7 reasons teenagers need to attend summer camp Courtesy of Marine Military Academy

Structure & routine Who says teenagers should sleep in and relax all day during the summer? That’s what Saturdays are for! Teens attending summer camp have an easier time getting back into the school routine than those who didn’t follow a schedule. Exercise Most summer camp activities are physical, and don’t require the use of a phone, computer or television. Campers will naturally work out their bodies as they swim, hike or play ball. Even at academic-based camps, teenagers are more likely to exercise than they would at home. New friends Summer camp is the best place for teenagers to make new friends. They can expand their social circle – and their Instagram followers! Social skills

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Whether it’s riding a horse or swimming for the first time, summer camp allows teens to challenge themselves and try new things in a safe environment. When they discover they can do it, it gives them an instant shot of self-esteem! Self-confidence & self-esteem Any victories teenagers experience at summer camp (a new skill, award, leadership position, etc.) will help build their confidence and self-esteem. Why are these traits important? Successful adults don’t lack either one! Independence At some point, all kids have to “leave the nest,” and summer camp can help teenagers and parents prepare for that day. Teens who spend weeks away at camp learn to become more independent. Because they’ve learned how to rely on themselves to a certain extent, these teens are not as nervous when they move away to college … and neither are their parents.

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POINTERS FOR PARENTS:

For kids’ sake: Make time to play every day (NAPSI)—If life for your family sometimes seems to be all work and no play, The Genius of Play wants to remind you why it is so important to make time to play every day—and how to achieve it! Did you know there is a direct correlation between play and stress reduction? Or that elementary students who have more than 15 minutes of recess are better behaved in school than those who have less? According to experts at the Genius of Play, a movement whose mission is to raise awareness about the benefits of play and bring more play into kids lives, playtime is a powerful tool to help you unwind, while bringing the whole family closer together. What’s more, through play kids build physical skills, improve cognitive abilities, learn communication and social skills, process and express emotions, and increase creativity. How Families Can Play Every Day Here are some fun ideas from Genius of Play ambassador, parenting expert and author Meredith Sinclair, M.Ed, on how to incorporate play into your busy every day routine:

• Leave space for the spontaneous: Intentionally mark off small chunks of time on the calendar throughout the week for “spontaneous” playtime. Sometimes, spontaneity takes planning.

• Turn everyday occasions into playful moments. Make household chores fun by putting on some favorite music and having the kids dance as they put the toys away, make the bed or help

with the dishes. • Collect easy-to-play instruments like harmonicas, bongos or toy ukuleles for impromptu after-dinner family jam sessions. • Keep playthings like hula hoops, crafts and playground chalk on hand for quick 10-minute play breaks during the day. It only takes a moment to create a chalk “picture frame” in the driveway and get the kids to draw something creative inside it. • For a fun evening, try shutting down all screens after dinner once in a while and gathering the whole family around a board game. It’s Child’s Play: Great Ideas and Resources Parents, teachers and play lovers can get expert advice, play ideas for all ages, and information on the benefits of play at www.thegeniusofplay.org. Created with the mission to help raise happier, healthier and more successful generations through the power of play, the Genius of Play website and social media channels show how to help kids build confidence, creativity, critical thinking and other skills that will serve them throughout their lives.

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Strong kids, rock star role models In todayâ€™s world, kids need camp more than ever. It is the ideal escape from the pressures and messages that bombard them from every side. Every camp wants to provide an experience that is memorable, fun, and that has lasting meaningful impact. Strong Rock does, too, but there is more they hope campers will take home with them. James and Corie Himstedt, the owners and directors, understand parents are not just looking for nostalgic moments of childhood past. Parents want to choose experiences for their kids that will help them develop the social skills, moral character, and practical tools necessary for success in an ever-challenging world. The counselors and staff at Strong Rock are serious about their responsibility as role models. They take pride in the quality of instruction they deliver and their greatest pleasure is seeing campers grow in knowledge and character. Outside of skill classes, counselors look for opportunities to help campers develop 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 11th graders, offering a variety of skill classes, exciting evening programs, and genuine biblical discovery. Their Open House is Sunday,

Outside of skill classes, counselors look for opportunities to help campers develop meaningful relationships, navigate good decision-making, wade through moral challenges, and discover what God wants them to know about Him and themselves. March 26th, from 1:30-5:30pm. It 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 meet some of the staff, and parents will have the opportunity to spend time with the directors. The camp is conveniently located 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.

Day Camps Parks And Recreation

Find your family’s fun this summer with Alpharetta Recreation and Parks! Camps include Art Exploration, Sports Camps, Babysitter Boot Camp, and Specialty Camps (cheer, dance, gymnastics, LEGO, tennis). One-week or multi-day sessions offered for ages 3-17; dates/times/ costs vary. Also available: General Day Camp at Wills Park, CIT Junior Counselor Program, and Camp Happy Hearts (for children with mild disabilities). Recreation classes continue during summertime too. Choose from cupcake decorating, harps, karate, outdoor adventure programs, teen drawing/art portfolio, tree climbing, swimming lessons, and more! Activities held at various locations in Alpharetta. For info: 678-297-6100. To browse 2017 Spring/Summer Recreation Guide or to enroll: www. alpharetta.ga.us/recreation.

Rowing

Looking for a fun new sport? Come learn to row or improve your skills at Saint Andrew Rowing Club in Roswell. Rising 6th -12th graders learn boat handling and rowing technique on the beautiful Chattahoochee River! Our smaller environment offers more time on the water and time with our excellent coaches! Intro to Rowing I: One week camps for beginners. AM and PM sessions, $150/session; $250/full day. Intro to Rowing II: Two week AM camps for those who have completed Intro I or an intro fall/spring season, $250/session. Dates: 6/12-6/16, 6/19-6/23*, 6/26-6/30, 7/10-7/14*, 7/17-7/21, 7/24-7/28* * Full Day option available. Visit www.standrewrowing.com for more details or to sign up!

Science

Club SciKidz Science and Technology Camps: Club SciKidz offers children and teen’s age’s 4-5, exciting camps in science and technology. Camps include experiments and projects in Video Game Creation, Robotics, Veterinary Science, Crime Scene Investigation, Culinary Science, Paleontology, Engineering, Space, Biology, Chemistry, Oceanography, LEGO Robotics, Medicine, Programming, 3-D Printing, and Drones. For 17 years, Club Scikidz has been providing an opportunity for young people to see how science works in the real world. Our 48 themed camps inspire interest in science and technology by involving children in the creation of a multitude of take-away projects in

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each camp. 14 Metro Atlanta locations available. www.clubscikidz.com for more information or call 678-4935651.

etry. Located in Cleveland, Georgia, 1.5hrs from Atlanta and 20 min from the end of 400. 706-348-1533. www. strongrockcamp.com.

Overnight Camps

Camp Juliette Low (CJL) provides girls with exciting, outdoor experiences that foster self-confidence, promote teamwork, and develop leadership skills. At CJL, campers will find a place where they can be themselves, learn new skills, and have fun! CJL was founded in 1922 by Juliette Gordon Low, founder of the Girl Scouts, and maintains its rustic setting and time-honored traditions. Today, CJL operates independently from the Girl Scouts and is open to all girls ages 7-17. Located on beautiful Lookout Mountain, CJL offers one and two week sessions June 4-July 29, 2017. Platform tents, outdoor adventure, traditional camping, fun and friendship! Preparing Girls for Confident Living and Leadership Since 1922. www.CJL.org

Traditional camp for the non-traditional camper Talisman Programs provide exceptional co-ed summer camp opportunities for young people ages 6-22 with high functioning Autism Spectrum Disorders (Aspergers), ADD/ADHD and other learning differences. Since 1980 our ACA-accredited programs have been offering unique alternatives to ordinary summer camps. We provide a structured, nurturing environment within an exciting adventure program in which our campers can have a successful summer while increasing social skills, a sense of personal responsibility and more positive self-image. 5, 13, 16 and 19 day pro grams. Nestled in the beautiful western North Carolina mountains, south of Asheville, we are a 3 hour drive from Atlanta. Visit our website www.talismancamps.com or 1-855-LUV-TALI

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Waterski & Wakeboard Camp. Jack Travers’ Sunset Lakes located an hour from Orlando in the heart of Central Florida since 1973. Spring & Summer Camp includes a variety of things on the water, beginners on two skiis, learning to trick, wakeboard, wake surf and Slalom and jump. All abilities are accepted from beginner to advanced. Other fully supervised activities by adult staff include Paddle boarding fun environment mixed in with group night time activities of bowling, ping pong, beach volley ball, camp fires, movies, canoeing the natural springs of Florida, Go-Carting, shopping, trip to Water Park, Beach day. Open year round. More information at www.jacktravers.com. Te;: 1-800-732-2755. Email: h2oskijacks@aol.com

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, highropes, 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 21, 2017 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, and service-oriented staff are the role models parents, and especially campers, are looking for. Unconditional love and acceptance help every camper belong. We build confident and independent kids through a wide range of activities, including horseback riding, archery, riflery, canoeing, climbing, swimming, outdoor living skills, super science, dance, drama, arts and crafts, team sports, tumbling, fishing and rock-

Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp. Horse lovers’ paradise since 1954! Located on 600 acres a’top Lookout Mountain in Cloudland, GA. Enrollment is limited to 50 girls, ages 8-17, offering one and 2-week sessions. We offer several riding programs and encourage each camper to participate in all of them: English and Hunt Seat; Western Stock Seat and Barrels (Gymkhana); Trails and Vaulting. CHA instructors teach beginner to advanced riders. Spend 4-6 hours daily with your OWN camp horse. The Jones family are third generation horse lovers, camp administrators, and equine educators making girls dreams come true! Come tour the camp at our Open House May 21 from 1-3pm. 706-8622231; www.valleyviewranch.com.

Camp SAY: A Summer Camp for Young People who Stutter; August 1-15, 2017. Camp SAY builds Confidence, Communication & Friendships! Our 2-week sleep-away camp combines the highest-quality traditional summer camp experience with programs that empower young people who stutter, ages 8-18. In addition to arts & crafts, sports, water activities, outdoor activities, performing arts, equestrian program & more, optional Speech Therapy is available with an SLP, expert in stuttering. Camp SAY is ACA-accredited and located on a 500-acre, facility (near Asheville). Financial aid is available for tuition & travel. Visit CampSAY. org, download a brochure: bit.ly/ campsay, email Meg@SAY.org, or call 828.393.4244. Camp SAY, 179 Blue Star Way, Hendersonville, NC 28793

Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont offers nature, backpacking, science adventure and family camps inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Imagine splashing around in an icy-cold mountain stream, climbing ridges to an unbelievable view, or choosing from a variety of activities to discover nature through hands-on explorations, day hikes and crafts. Options for beginning campers as well as outdoor enthusiasts - ages 5 to 95. Tremont Institute creates space for discovery, personal development and opportunities to unplug and explore. Call (865) 448-6709 or visit http:// www.gsmit.org. Located on the Tennessee side of the national park. Find us on Facebook @GSMITremont to see pictures and videos of the adventure that awaits!

MMA Summer Camp: Marine Military Academy offers a four-week, military adventure camp for school boys 12-18. MMA Summer Camp is highly physical and tightly structured. In 28 days, campers participate in 30+ military challenges and sports — from archery to mud diving, from paintball to ziplining. MMA also offers an English immersion camp. At ESL Summer Camp, campers spend 25 hours/week in the classroom learning English. In the afternoons and weekends, they participate in the same activities as the regular MMA campers. To learn more about MMA Summer Camp or ESL Summer Camp, visit MMA-TX.org/Summer Camp or contact Admissions at (956) 423-6006 or admissions@MMA-TX.org. To apply, visit MMA-TX.org/Apply.

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MARCH is MARVELOUS at TOWNE CLUB WINDERMERE! St. Patrick’s Day Party Friday, March 17 4 p.m.

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North Fulton schools continue computer rollouts Cambridge the latest school to issue devices to students By JOE PARKER Joe@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The rollout of computers to local schools continued last week as Cambridge became the fifth high school in North Fulton to hand out the devices. All students at the schools are eligible to receive a device to use during their tenure. Funding for the project comes solely through the district’s Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST). The program began in 2015 and schools began to prepare for the rollout of the devices. Parents, students and staff were polled on an option of four devices, including Apple iPads, Microsoft Surfaces, Dell Latitudes and Dell Chromebooks. All North Fulton schools have chosen the Microsoft Surface 3 with the exception of Northview which will use the Google Chromebook. The program provides a device for each student in middle and high schools and classroom sets are used at the elementary level. Alpharetta became the first high school to receive the devices last February. Alex Henner, a teacher at Alpharetta, conducts his class almost exclusively via the Surface. Most students, he said, are “loving” using the devices as a learning tool, and though some students still desire pencil and paper work, they are growing more accustomed to using the devices. Henner said it has been advantageous for him to stop using his laptop and take up the Surface because it has helped him understand what his students are using and how he can help them better use the devices. Teachers were instructed on how to use the devices in their day-to-day lessons. Centennial principle Kibbey Crumbley said, “We are tailoring instruction to include these devices,” when Centennial received its Surfaces last year. “It’s all about student engagement and improving the teaching and learning experience for all students.” Laura Morgan, a media specialist at Cambridge, said the rollout of more than 2,000 Surfaces last Monday was a success thanks to the PTSA and assis-

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An Alpharetta student uses her Microsoft Surface 3 as a part of her instruction.

tance from Fulton County Schools. “Students and teachers are very excited about receiving the devices,” she said. “I have already spoken with a few teachers who are able to do different activities with the devices in class. The response has been very positive.” Alpharetta, Cambridge, Chattahoochee and Milton have all received devices. Johns Creek and Northview are to distribute their devices before next school year. Roswell has yet to choose which device it will use but is expected to have devices out by September. Parents and students must sign a user agreement to receive a device. Students are responsible for any damage.

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ity community a “forum” for exposing the variety of dining experiences in Johns Creek. “We came here in 1996, and seeing all the development over the last 10 years is amazing. I just saw Mavericks [Johns Creek Herald, Feb. 23], and I can’t wait to try it. Every day is a new feast.” Sugo offers a three-course meal at $29 with a variety of choices to allow diners to sample one another’s plates if they so choose. Federico Castellucci said 2017 is a special year for his family. It is the 100th anniversary of the founding of the family’s first restaurant in New York. His father followed the tradition by opening the G.I. Italian Club, a pizzeria. Sugo is home to its nationally known meatballs (Ranked among the Top 10 by Food Network.) Now his children are in the hospitality business. “What I like about Restaurant Week is it magnifies all the restaurants in Johns Creek. We have a number of good restaurants in the city of all kinds – French, Chinese, Italian. It creates a synergy when you have so many good restaurants,” he said. Castellucci said he was glad to see a good sushi place opening now. “We need to be a food destination. It helps all the restaurants when people know they will find good food anywhere they go here,” he said. For complete information go to johnscreekadvantage.org/events.

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JC holds Rogers Bridge information meeting JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – A Public Information Meeting is scheduled for the Rogers Bridge restoration project at Johns Creek City Hall Tuesday, March 28, 6 - 8 p.m. at City Hall 12000 Findley Road. This meeting is an open house forum which means thee is no formal presentation given. However, staff from Johns Creek and Duluth along with the design consultants will be present to answer questions and gather feedback from interested participants. Residents may drop by any time between 6 and 8 to look at concepts for the bridge, ask questions of the design team and offer input. Rogers Bridge will be an important link

between Gwinnett and Fulton Counties. It will connect the cities of Duluth and Johns Creek park facilities and will restore connectivity for cyclists and pedestrians. This project is a partnership of Johns Creek, Duluth, Gwinnett County and Fulton County. With parkland on both sides of the bridge, the cities and the counties are excited to restore this connection and offer a regional bike/pedestrian access to both sides of the Chattahoochee River. Duluth will also host a Public Information Open House in the Community Room of the Duluth City Hall, 3167 Main St., Duluth 30097. That meeting is Thursday, March 30, 4:30 – 7 p.m.

Centennial announces first spring carnival Proceeds support Habitat for Humanity, Atlanta Dream Center, Knights soccer ROSWELL, Ga. – Centennial High School has announced its first community-wide carnival on Saturday, March 18, from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. It is a community-building event offering an afternoon of family fun— and the chance to give back to those in need. This event has been a year in the making and is sponsored by three groups at Centennial: • the Habitat for Humanity Club, • the Student Executive Council • Centennial Knights Soccer. All proceeds from the event will support charitable causes, half going to the North Fulton chapter of Habitat for Humanity and half going to Centennial Knights soccer to cover scholarship player fees, travel and equipment. The public is invited to bring gently used athletic shoes and sports cleats to donate. Centennial will take these items to the Atlanta Dream Center, a local organization that establishes relationships in low-income communities. Activities at the Carnival will include a Dunk Tank, bungee basketball, soccer darts, happy hippo, a bouncy house, obstacle course, rock wall, corn hole tournament and the speed gun soccer kick. For our young visitors, there will be

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Jewish community turns out for Holocaust survivor Eva Schloss returns to Roswell to give history lesson By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – Eva Geiringer Schloss, a survivor of The Holocaust and a childhood friend of Anne Frank, has made it her life’s work to make the world understand the human cost of that suffering. But this time, her second visit to Roswell in three weeks (See http://northfulton.com/stories/ Holocaust-survivor-Eva-Schloss-returns-to-GET,102461?), it was to talk to people who knew well the cost of the Holocaust because she was speaking to the Jewish communities of North Fulton and Cobb County. Rabbi Hirsch L. Minkowicz of

the North Fulton Chabad and Rabbi Ephraim Silverman the Cobb County Chabad arranged for the peripatetic Schloss who has crisscrossed North America and the Caribbean in recent months to make her second appearance in Roswell March 1 at the Holiday Inn. For Rabbi Minkowicz arranging this meeting was especially poignant. “No.1, I was the grandchild of Holocaust survivors. My mother was born in a DP camp – a displaced persons camp in Poland after the war,” Minkowicz said. “To sit in the room with someone who was there – there at the Auschwitz-Birkenau, the most horrible death camp imaginable. And to hear the story of that place from the lips of someone who was there, who saw it and lived it, was deeply moving to me. “To hear her tell her story in her own words is an amazing experience.” That is one of the major reasons Minkowicz and Silverman were anxious

After Eva Schloss spoke for 90 minutes, admirers thronged to get a signed copy of her book, “And Then They Came for Me.”

for Schloss to come tell her story was so that the young people could hear it too. “We are the last generation who will hear the story of the Holocaust from someone who was there,” Silverman said. “So it is important that we hear these stories and be the new generation of witnesses to what happened.” Schloss herself did not speak about the experience for 40 years. The family she raised – three children and five grandchildren – did not hear it. It wasn’t until she was invited to Switzerland in 1983 for an event for Holocaust survivors. She didn’t realize she would be called upon to speak, but when she was prevailed upon to talk, the memories came flooding back. Now at age 87, Schloss continues to speak to audiences so that they may know the story of the Jews from 1938 to 1945. It is the story of how nations turned their backs to bar refugees. It is the story of how countrymen and even neighbors became their tormentors. It is also the story of The Resistance. In every country there were those who did not abandon their humanity. They risked their lives to protect Jewish families such as Eva Geiringer’s and Anne Frank’s. “The Resistance kept us alive and found us homes where we could hide and gave us money. They were heroes who saved people they didn’t even know.” Eva’s family, the Geiringers, split up with Eva and her mother hiding separately from her father and brother Heinz. Her father told them it would be safer and if one part of the family was

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found the other could still survive. Her brother Heinz and father were betrayed as was she and her mother. The women survived Auschwitz but the men did not. Heinz, who died at 17, was a musician and artist. In hiding, he could not play his guitar because the music might attract attention. But he was able to draw and paint. Many years later, it was discovered he had hidden his art under the floorboards of the house where he was betrayed. When the works were returned to Schloss, she gave many of them to the Dutch Resistance Museum to honor their help and their sacrifice. They were the few who did not stand idly by while millions were massacred.

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Northview’s historic run ends in Final Four Lady Titans fall to Harrison, 57-39 By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Northview’s season, which saw the team capture its first region championship, set a program record for number of wins in a season and have its deepest playoff run in program history, came to a heartbreaking end Saturday as Harrison topped the Lady Titans 57-39 in the Final Four at Ft. Valley State University. Though Northview had a height advantage, as well as the outside shooting presence of Shannon Titus and Ashlee Austin, the Lady Hoyas exceled in keeping Northview’s offense at bay and creating turnovers throughout the game. Meanwhile, Harrison opened a lead with its outside shooting and effective

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passing that eventually wore down Northview’s defense. Titus and Austin both encountered foul trouble early, forcing Titus to sit a large portion of the second quarter and nearly the entirety of the third quarter. Harrison, who led the entire game, opened an early lead with 3-pointers. The Lady Hoyas hit three 3-pointers in the first quarter, including one at the buzzer to lead 18-11 at the break. Northview was unable to contain Harrison’s Sydne Wiggins and Audrey Jordan in the first, the duo accounting for Harrison’s first 21 points. With Jordan on the bench early in the second after incurring her third foul, a defensive struggle ensued. Harrison opened the third with an early 3-pointer but neither team would score again until Northview’s Maya Richards scored from under the net with two minutes left in the quarter. The stagnant scoring continued

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With the loss, the high school career of Titus, one of just two seniors for the Lady Titans, came to an end. Titus holds school records for steals, blocks and rebounds and scored over 1,000 points for the Lady Titans. until halftime, with Harrison leading 23-15. After both teams exchanged threes, Titus picked up her fourth foul with 5:30 remaining in the third quarter which put her on the bench until the final play of the quarter where she made a jump shot. With Titus on the bench, Harrison opened its lead to double digits as Northview struggled with unforced errors. Turnovers continued to plague the Lady Titans in the fourth as the Lady Hoyas built their lead to 18 points and eventually secured the 57-39 win.

Northview won 16 games entering their Final Four matchup, their last loss coming to T.C. Williams (VA) on Dec. 30. In that span, Northview captured the Region 7-AAAAAA championship and had beaten opponents by an average of 19 points in the state tournament. With the loss, the high school career of Titus, one of just two seniors for the Lady Titans, came to an end. Titus holds school records for steals, blocks and rebounds and scored over 1,000 points for the Lady Titans. Northview finished the season with a 28-4 overall record.

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Blotter: Continued from Page 2 The woman received an email Feb. 15 from an “Alexandre Smith” asking her to redecorate an apartment he was moving into soon. They eventually agreed that Alexandre would send a check worth $3,500 to deposit, with $1,000 for the woman to keep and the remainder to go to the movers. Although Alexandre said he lives in London, the check, when it arrived in the mail, was made out to an address in Maryland.

The woman said that she became suspicious at this point, and she took the check to a friend who works at a bank. The friend confirmed that the check is fraudulent and advised the woman to call police.

Home burglarized, $10K cash, items gone ROSWELL, Ga. — A man reported that his apartment was burglarized Feb. 10 and that almost $10,000 worth of items and cash were missing. The man said that he left his Riverwood Lane apartment at 5 a.m.,

and when he came back at 7 p.m., he immediately noticed the television was missing. When he continued his search, he noticed that multiple items, including his phone, laptop, DVD collection, clothing and watch, as well as $1,500 cash were gone. There was no force used to open the front door, but it was locked when the man returned. The porch door, however, was cracked open.

Shed burglarized, damages cost $5K JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Two employees at Aylesbury Farms Apartments

reported Feb. 24 $6,000 worth of items missing and damage to an outbuilding. The latch to the door of a storage shed had been cut sometime overnight and a few siding panels had been pulled from the building. According to police, the suspect used a hammer to knock a hole through the drywall and insulation was pulled out to allow entry. The damage is estimated at $5,000 for repairs. The only missing item was a $1,000 plumbing snake that was found in a tool box outside the building. There is a surveillance camera facing the direction of the incident, but large shrubs blocked the view.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OPEN HOUSE Georgia Department of Transportation To Hold A Public Hearing Open House for Project CSHPP-0007-00(526) Forsyth County P.I. No. 0007526 On April 11, 2017, at the Fowler Park Community Center, 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming, Georgia 30040, the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and Forsyth County will hold a Public Hearing Open House concerning Project CSHPP-0007-00(526) in Forsyth County. The proposed project would consist of constructing a full-diamond interchange on State Route (SR) 400 at McGinnis Ferry Road. The project would add a northbound and southbound auxiliary lane on SR 400 between Windward Parkway ramps and the McGinnis Ferry Road ramps and between the McGinnis Ferry Road ramps and the McFarland Parkway ramps. SR 400 southbound would be widened one additional lane from 1,900 feet south of the southbound McFarland Parkway exit ramp to 3,500 feet north of the southbound McFarland Parkway exit ramp. The project would replace the existing bridge over SR 400 and widen McGinnis Ferry Road from Bethany Bend through the intersection of Union Hill Road onto Ronald Reagan Boulevard to Counselors Way. All through lanes would be 11-foot wide and turn lanes would be 12-foot wide. McGinnis Ferry Road would be widened to four lanes with a 14-foot flush median from Bethany Bend to Deerfield Point Drive; four lanes with a 20-foot raised median from Deerfield Point Drive through the SR 400 interchange; and, six lanes with a 20-foot raised median from SR 400 through the intersection of Union Hill Road onto Ronald Reagan Boulevard to Counselors Way. The typical section would include curb and gutter and five-foot sidewalks on the south side and a multi-use path on the north side along the entire length of McGinnis Ferry Road. Additional right-turn lanes and left-turn lanes would be provided along McGinnis Ferry Road at the major intersections of the project. The proposed bridge would be designed to span future managed lanes on SR 400. The overall project length is estimated at 4.98 miles which includes the project length along SR 400 which is 3.28 miles and McGinnis Ferry Road and other minor side road improvements total 1.7 miles in length. The 2008 update to the Forsyth County Bicycle Transportation & Pedestrian Walkways 2025 Plan includes a 10-foot wide multi-use path, which will be incorporated into the project. The existing right-of-way width of McGinnis Ferry Road is 80 feet and the proposed right-of-way varies from 120 to 150 feet. The existing right-of-way on SR 400 is approximately 200 feet. No additional right-of-way on SR 400 is anticipated. The Open House will be conducted between the hours of 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The Open House will be informal and the public is invited to attend anytime during these hours. There will be no formal presentation. A court reporter will be available to allow the public an opportunity to make verbal comments about the project. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information: The meeting site is accessible to persons with disabilities. Accommodations for people with disabilities can be arranged with advance notice by calling Tim Allen, Foryth County Assistant Director of Engineering, at (770) 781-2165. Written statements will be accepted concerning this project until April 21, 2017. Written statements may be submitted to: Mr. Eric Duff State Environmental Administrator Georgia Department of Transportation One Georgia Center, 16th Floor 600 West Peachtree Street, NW Atlanta, Georgia 30308 Copies of the project’s environmental document will available for review at the Open House. The environmental document and displays at the public open house will be available for review until April 21, 2017 at the Forsyth County Engineering Department, 110 East Main Street, Suite 120, Cumming, Georgia 30040. The meeting transcript, as soon as it is prepared, will be available at this same location.

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PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF JOHNS CREEK PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE CITY CHARTER

CITY OF ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR CITY FACILITIES AND PARK RESTROOMS RFQ 17-1012 The City is requesting statements of qualifications (SOQ) from qualified firms to provide janitorial services for a variety of City facilities and for Park restrooms. Janitorial services for City facilities will include, but are not limited to daily, weekly, monthly regular cleaning as well as more thorough periodic cleaning of windows, floors, and carpets. Janitorial Services for Park Restrooms will be required Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights for nine months of the year (March – November). The Request for Qualifications document will be available online Thursday, February 23, 2017 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 23, 2017 at 2:00 PM 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.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CITY OF ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA FOR MAYFIELD ROAD SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS ITB #17-007 The City of Alpharetta (City) is accepting bids for MAYFIELD ROAD SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS including, but not limited to, the fabrication, delivery and installation of sidewalks, curb and gutter, excavation/trenching, backfilling for utilities, asphalt pavement, storm drainage, landscaping and other related work to constructing sidewalk. The location of the work is along Mayfield Road, from Chantilly Drive to Bates Road within the City of Alpharetta, Georgia. The ITB will be available online Thursday, March 9, 2017, at our bid posting website, https://www.ebidexchange.com/alpharetta. Interested parties are required to log in to review the ITB documents. The bid opening will be held on Thursday, April 6, 2017 at 2:00 PM at Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009. For information, please contact Stephanie Cochran at the City of Alpharetta Finance Department via email at purchasing@alpharetta.ga.us or at 678-297-6052.

The City of Johns Creek Mayor and Council will hold two (2) PUBLIC HEARINGS for the purposes of considering changes to the City Charter. The Public Hearings will be held in conjunction with the City Council Meetings scheduled for Monday, February 27 at 7:00pm and Monday, March 13 at 8:00pm. The City Council Meetings are held at Johns Creek City Hall, located at 12000 Findley Road, Johns Creek, Georgia, 30097. A list of the proposed amendments is available in the City Clerk’s office and posted on the City’s website at www.johnscreekga.gov/Residents/City-Clerk/ Public-Notices. The public is invited to attend and share comments. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Joan Jones, City Clerk at 678-512-3212. Joanie Jones City Clerk

ADVERTISEMENT FOR STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATIONS CITY OF ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA FOR ALPHARETTA ARTS CENTER RFQ 17-1011 The City of Alpharetta (City) is requesting statements of qualifications from highly qualified contractors for the purposes of renovating an existing building previously used as a library into the new Alpharetta Arts Center. The Alpharetta Arts Center project includes, but is not limited to, interior renovations including art studios, multiuse studios, media studio and a black box theater; exterior renovations including Epay decking, slate patios, concrete sidewalk and steps; and retrofitting an existing detention pond with a sand filter. The Request for Qualifications document will be available online Thursday, February 23, 2017 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 23, 2017 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.

DEATH NOTICES Melanie Denise Allen, 50, of Cumming, passed away February 22, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Brandon Barwig, of Alpharetta, passed away February 22, 2017. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Mildred Eugenia Carroll, 92, of Cumming, passed away February 22, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Jennifer Jeanne Cyran, 45, of Roswell, passed away February 24, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Cameron Thomas Freas, 17, of Cumming, passed away February 25, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Deidre Beirne, of Alpharetta, passed away February 25, 2017. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Justin Giolitti, of Roswell, passed away February 25, 2017. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

James Augustine Brophy, 50, of Cumming, passed away February 25, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Donna Jean Kimball, 91, of Johns Creek, passed away February 25, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Frederick C. Kramer, 90, of Roswell, passed away February 19, 2017. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

John Patrick Ruppert, 75, of Cumming, passed away February 25, 2017. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Elizabeth K. Larson, 78, of Johns Creek, passed away February 21, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Richard Teter, of Alpharetta, passed away February 25, 2017. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Damien Matthew Lewis, 20, of Cumming, passed away February 19, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Ann Marie McGonagle, of Roswell, passed away February 22, 2017. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors. Hazel R. Pruitt, 80, of Cumming, passed away February 24, 2017. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Isabelle Zhang Tracchio, 17, of Cumming, passed away February 25, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Dorris Waldrop, of Roswell, passed away February 24, 2017. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

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