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Summer camp Sponsored section ►►PAGE 22

Property debate

Drive to restrict development in Roswell moves forward ►►PAGE 4

Alpharetta vote

Councilman reports support for bond ►►PAGE 10

Birthday wishes

Former Roswell mayor celebrates City Hall anniversary ►►PAGE 12

Term limits

‘Sew many quilts, sew little time’ PHOTOS BY KATHLEEN STURGEON/HERALD

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Supreme Court may take up Roswell case ►►PAGE 15

Classroom count

Enrollment growth leveling off ►►PAGE 31

Region play

Parker leads Kings Ridge over Mt. Pisgah ►►PAGE 37

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A father was arrested for child endangerment March 5 after he was seen parking off-center at a local Racetrac.

Alpharetta police originally responded to a report of a black SUV parked crookedly in the lot. The driver, identified as Norman Bercey of Roswell, 48, went into the store with his 5-year-old son, leaving a woman passenger in the car.

The woman, identified as Bercey’s wife, insisted that he had not consumed any alcohol, despite his constant sway-

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Alleged shoplifters found with $800 in garments ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Two women, ages 18 and 20, were arrested March 1 for felony shoplifting from a Macy’s department store.

According to employees, the suspects left the fitting rooms with their purses bulging, which had not been bulging when they had entered. Police

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ing and slurred speech. She went on to explain that the only reason he had been behind the wheel was because her bad corneas prevented her from driving at night.

Further questioning revealed that Bercey was on multiple pain medications, including morphine and Valium. Testing confirmed the presence of multiple drugs, but found no traces of alcohol. The pill bottles were found on his person.

Bercey was arrested for DUI with multiple substances and child endangerment.

found a total of almost $800 worth of clothing allegedly stolen. Both women were arrested for felony shoplifting.

While completing the arrest paperwork, police additionally found a fake Georgia driver’s license on one of the women, making her over 21. She was also charged with possession of false identification in addition to felony shoplifting.

Man harasses churchgoers JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A complaint was filed March 1 by St. Brigid Catholic Church over a suspect’s frequent harassment of male and female churchgoers.

The man, who is known to churchFeb. 22 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Joseph Peter Rosales, 45, of Norwich Glen Way, Alpharetta, was arrested Feb. 13 on Greenhouse Drive in Roswell for DUI. ►► Feliciano Cintron Jr., 22, of Greenhouse Drive, Roswell, was arrested Feb. 13 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for DUI, failure to maintain lane and speeding. ►► Jason Mark Acker, 28, of Inola Trail, Roswell, was arrested Feb. 13 on East Crossville Road in Roswell for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

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goers, had been creating a disturbance, and not for the first time.

The complainant finally called the police about the man after he had been frightening several women during adoration prayers and shouting about his life, divorce and why he could not get an annulment.

Despite the police’s quick response, the suspect had already left by the time they arrived.

The church insisted the case be documented as this was not the first time the man’s actions had been troublesome.

The suspect had been frequently disrupting services with his behavior and was becoming increasingly more bizarre with each incident.

No one desired to press charges at this time.

DRUG arrests ►► Brandon Lamar Davis, 23, of

Loganville, was arrested Feb. 25 on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta for possession of marijuana and possession of drug-related items. ►► Kaitlyn Elyse Miller-Diaz, 22, of Villa Rica, was arrested Feb. 24 on Ga. 9 in Milton for possession of marijuana. ►► Derek Lee Myers, 45, of Atlanta, was arrested Feb. 13 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana, suspended license, brakelight violation and wanted person.

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Pterygium – what is it and what can be done about it?

By Samir Vira, M.D.

Pterygium is a noncancerous growth on the surface of the eye. It appears as a wing-shaped fleshy growth that originates from the conjunctiva over the white part of the eye and extends into the cornea, the clear part of the eye. Also known as “surfer’s eye,” it can commonly occur in individuals who have prolonged exposure to sunlight, such as surfers, farmers, and construction workers. Besides UV light exposure, it is associated with windy and dusty exposure.

Individuals with pterygia can occasionally have no symptoms at all.

These individuals can simply be observed but are advised to protect themselves from UV light with polarized sunglasses. Symptoms can include redness, foreign body sensation, irritation, itching, and also blurred vision. Blurred vision usually occurs due to distortion of the cornea’s shape or rarely due to visual obstruction by the pterygium itself.

Mild symptoms can be treated easily with the use of lubricating drops or artificial tears. For redness associated with inflammation, your doctor may prescribe a short course of topical steroids. If the symptoms remain persistent or cause blurred vision, surgical intervention is indicated.

Pterygium surgery involves excision or removal of the lesion, followed by coverage of the resulting defect with the individual’s own healthy conjunctiva (conjunctival autograft) or preserved amniotic membrane obtained from donated human placenta tissue. This may be accompanied with the use of an anti-scarring medication called mitomycin-C during the surgery. Surgery is usually performed as an outpatient procedure with topical and local anesthesia. Mild intravenous sedative medication may be given to keep the patient relaxed through the surgery. After the procedure, the eye may be patched temporarily to minimize any residual bleeding.

During the recovery period, patients may experience mild irritation, blurred vision, and redness around the eye. However, patients can return to normal activities, such as driving, work, and school, within the first few days. Full recovery can take several weeks to about a month.

Patients are also instructed to use antibiotic and steroid drops for the first 1-2 months to prevent infection, reduce inflammation, and reduce the risk of recurrence.

Complications, such as infection, are rare but patients should be aware of the risk of recurrence. The risk of a recurring pterygium can be as high as 50% without the use of a conjunctival autograft or amniotic membrane. With the use of either tissue after pterygium excision, the risk is reduced to about 5-10%. Recurrent pterygia are treated with similar surgical intervention.

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Restrictions on residential development move to Roswell Planning Commission

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – City leaders have moved forward with a proposal strengthening Roswell’s zoning code to prohibit certain types of development in established residential areas.

The City Council voted 4-1 Monday to forward to the Planning Commission changes in the unified development code that would prohibit cottage courts and townhomes in established residential neighborhoods. If approved by planners, the issue could return to the City Council for a final vote in April.

Monday’s split vote arises from a difference in opinion about whether there is a need to specifically restrict townhomes and smaller dwellings from areas where larger homes currently ex-

ist. And since a new City Council took over in January, there has been a push to establish protections without haste.

“I’m not willing to risk our neighborhoods,” Councilman Michael Palermo said as the issue was debated Monday. “[People] shouldn’t have to mobilize to protect their neighborhoods.”

Palermo, a freshman member of the council, said he heard repeatedly from residents during his campaign that city leaders had abandoned homeowners in favor of development.

But Palermo’s proposal was not without snags.

His suggested wording stated that townhomes and smaller dwellings were more suitable for major corridors and in Roswell’s downtown district – transitional zones.

But Planning and Zoning Director

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I’m not willing to risk our neighborhoods,” ....

[People] shouldn’t have to mobilize to protect their neighborhoods.”

MICHAEL PALERMO Councilman

Bradford Townsend pointed out that there were areas along Ga. 140 where long-established residential neighborhoods were prevalent. As such, that portion of the route could not be considered a transitional zone.

Councilwoman Nancy Diamond, who has fought the restrictions from the beginning, said the City Council is moving too fast, and it’s liable to lead to mistakes.

“There’s not a fire here,” she said.

“It takes a long time to have a public conversation. It just does.”

She said the issue is far too complicated to rush through, and citizens need to know exact wording and definitions before such a change should be implemented.

Diamond has argued that the restrictions choke access to housing for many who cannot afford large homes.

This includes many young families, retiring seniors and everyone in between, she said.

Mayor Jere Wood, who votes only in the case of a tie, said he was concerned the changes, if not worded correctly, could face a legal challenge down the road. He advised council members to spend more time drawing up the proposal.

Palermo pushed on, however, and won the necessary majority to send the proposed changes to the Planning Commission.

Following the vote, he conceded there were problems with some of the wording as initially presented, but planners and city staff have three weeks to iron out the details. He said he would like to have the measure come back before the City Council before the city’s moratorium on new development expires in late April.

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Price files for re-election ROSWELL, Ga. -- Congressman Tom Price has filed to run for re-election to represent the citizens of Georgia’s Sixth District in the United States House of Representatives.

“It is an honor to represent the citizens of Georgia’s Sixth District and I want to thank them for the opportunity to serve our community at a time of great challenges,” Price said in a statement. “When I talk to folks living and working here in Georgia’s Sixth District, I hear a lot of unease about the direction our nation is headed — about the need for positive, common sense policies that can deliver real results.

“That is why I am grateful for the opportunity to fight for solutions that promote greater individual freedom, a more accountable government, and more stability and security for

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Whether it’s patientcentered health care, a balanced budget, a strong national defense, or fundamental tax reform that will help create jobs and grow our economy. No matter the PRICE issue, I am committed to continue being a part of that fight. There is so much that we can accomplish if we stay true to the principles that have made our nation great. By working together, we can and will build a stronger, more prosperous America.” An orthopaedic surgeon, Price cared for patients in the metro Atlanta area for over 20 years. He and his wife, Elizabeth ‎”Betty” Price, live in Roswell.

Alpharetta man enters Senate race

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Alpharetta resident John F. Coyne III has joined a field of six candidates challenging Georgia Sen. Johnny Isakson for a third term in Washington.

Coyne, a Democrat, is CEO of Management Enterprises which provides services to the real estate industry. He mounted an unsuccessful bid in 2014 to fill the vacant seat left by retiring Sen. Saxby Chambliss, losing in the primary to Michelle Nunn.

Coyne will face three challengers in the May 24 Democrat primary: Atlanta

businessman Jim Barksdale; Cheryl Copeland, a project manager from Hiram; and James Knox, an IT specialist.

On the Republican side, Isakson is facing primary challenges from Derrick GrayCOYNE son, an engineer from Redan, who received about 1 percent of the vote in 2014’s GOP Senate primary. Fayetteville resident Mary Kay Bacallao, an education professor at Mercer University, also qualified.

Competing Senate bills aim for same outcome Goal to ease teacher evaluation tied to test scores

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FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Georgia legislators are apparently following the lead of their federal counterparts in “decoupling” teacher evaluations tied closely to the academic success of their students.

While new federal education laws have completely dropped the mandate for teacher evaluations based on student achievement, Georgia law -- for now -- will likely lessen the impact, but not completely do away with it.

For the past three years, Georgia law has mandated student growth count for 50 percent of a teacher’s evaluation. While every state with a teacher evaluation process ties some to student performance, education experts note Georgia’s 50 percent bar makes it among the most punitive in the nation.

“Georgia is extremely high compared to other states [with] half of teacher evaluation based on assessments,” said Michael Petrilli, president of the Fordham Institute, a Washington-based education think tank.

State School Superintendent Richard Woods also advocates for a more reasonable approach to evaluations.

“It has now become about the test,” said Woods during a speech in January at the start of the legislative session.

“We are not about the test, we are about the children of Georgia.”

He noted teachers are not fearful of accountability, but a one-size-fits-all is not a fair system.

Two bills fast-tracking through the Georgia Assembly take a close look at exactly how much a teacher – as

well as school administrators – can be evaluated based on student test scores. Senate Bill 364 and Senate Bill 355 have both passed the Senate and are currently being considered in the House. The bills are similar, with a few minor differences.

Under SB 364, in courses which have an annual state assessment (Milestones), student achievement on those tests will count for only 20 percent of the teacher evaluation.

Another “measure” determined by the school system will count for an additional 10 percent.

For teachers who do not teach a Milestones-tested subject, the student growth on other “measures” will count for 30 percent of evaluations.

Students who are absent for more than 20 percent of the school year will not be included in the evaluation process for teachers.

For principals and assistant principals the evaluation process will weigh growth in student achievement (40 percent), evaluations, observations and standards of practice (30 percent), and closing the gap, school climate, and College and Career Ready Performance Index data (10 percent each).

The bill also reduces the number of state-mandated tests from 32 to 24.

Under SB 355, student growth will count only 10 percent on a teacher’s evaluation, and only students who are in school for 90 percent of the school year will be considered in the evaluation.

SB 355 also provides an “opt out” provision that would prevent a school from penalizing a student who does not take the state-mandated assessments.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR:

OPINION

Parent: Heroin does not respect age, sex, race or class I am the parent of a drug addict.

I live in Johns Creek. You may be the parent of a drug addict too but not know it yet. I did not know it until it was painfully obvious. Then, the rest of my family did not believe it until I proved it to them.

I am likely just like you. I make six figures, live in a nice house with a nice yard, more than two cars in the garage and driveway, I eat at the same restaurants as you do, I attend your church, shop at Kroger and Publix, get coffee at Starbucks, I take nice vacations, I socialize with many of you, and go see Eagles whenever they play at Verizon Amphitheater.

So why did my kid become a drug addict? I don’t know. My other kids did not.

What I do know (now) is that there is a surprising multitude of parents of drug addicts in Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Roswell and Milton. I see them every week at the various Al-Anon and similar meetings in this area. All are in distress. For those of you who don’t know (I didn’t) Al-Anon is the support group for family of alcoholics and drug addicts.

The drug of choice in the high school and college age group is HEROIN. Surprised? I was. When I first suspected my kid was on drugs, I thought it might be Adderall (a drug commonly prescribed for ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) abuse. HA! When we were in high school, only the hard core, drugged out hippies did heroin.

Now, heroin is cheap, only $5.

Compared to a $70-$80 oxy (kids call them “roxies”) you can see why they opt for heroin. And it is plentiful, very plentiful, even in these wonderful schools our kids attend(ed).

And they (the addicts) say it produces a fabulous high. Heroin is unbelievably addictive. The only thing worse is meth. Try them once and you are hooked.

Did you know that there is a Heroin Anonymous meeting every Sunday night that draws over 80 people, mostly young, in Roswell? I did not, but I do now.

That is probably a lot more than attend your Sunday School class.

So my advice to you parents who are not parents of drug addicts or don’t yet know that you are – learn, I mean really study and learn, about these

The drug of choice in the high school and college age group is heroin.

Surprised? I was. drugs, their effect on your kid’s brains (it is immediate) and what are the indications that your kid is on drugs.

I thought I’d recognize it easily.

I did not. No one in my family did.

Maybe it was because of the blinders that all parents wear so they don’t really see what their kid is really doing.

And if you discover your kid is on drugs, take action immediately. Do not wait and hope it will go away (it won’t because your kid is addicted and you cannot control it).

Take action means to put your kid in a treatment program, the best you can afford, as soon as possible, and get yourself in a treatment program so you can learn how to deal with all of this.

Thankfully, programs for parents are virtually free through Al-Anon and Families Anonymous.

You’d also be surprised how many of those meetings take place every week all over Alpharetta, JC, Roswell, and Milton.

And finally, ask yourself what actions our schools are taking about this issue. I have heard virtually nothing from the schools. Maybe we should be hearing more than we are.

–A Parent, North Fulton Ed. Note: If you are dealing with this issue and don’t know where to turn, a good place to start is The Hub Family Resource Center.

11075 State Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30022 Phone: 678-615-2368 It is a nonprofit agency in North Fulton County connecting our families to our community’s resources. It’s goal is to provide a safe environment, free from stigma, where families can go and meet with a Resource Specialist who will assess their need and find well-researched, trusted resources.

Gov. Deal has ‘religious liberty’ dead to rights It looks like a duck and quacks like a duck, and Gov. Nathan Deal has pronounced “religious liberty” legislation a dead duck.

Deal stood up to tell the ultra HATCHER HURD conservatives that Executive Editor hatcher@appenmediagroup.com a discrimination bill is still a discrimination bill no matter how prettily it is swathed in noble-sounding platitudes. He went on the record to say if such a religious freedom bill came to his desk he would not sign it.

Bully for the governor to come forward to say he is not signing any kind of bill that allows discrimination under the guise of religious freedom.

The legislation doesn’t specify whose freedom or which religion. But, as soon as those points are clarified, it becomes de facto discrimination.

Today, the focus seems to be on anti-gay legislation. But, if allowed, it could be used for any discriminatory purpose. No, I don’t want to sell my house to “those people,” it offends my religion. No, you can’t get on my bus, it offends my religion. No, you can’t have a marriage license, it offends my religion. And, no, you can’t buy one of my cakes because you offend my religion.

Where does it stop?

While the current legislation appears aimed at gay marriage, Deal said that issue has already been decided in the Supreme Court.

As Deal said, we must “recognize that the world is changing around us.” It is changing. Where homosexuals were once jailed, now they can and do hold public office.

The Christian Old Testament and New Testament are often at apparent odds.

Shouldn’t anyone seeking God’s blessing be allowed to do so? Or do they have to pass some holy litmus test first?

It is dangerous territory for us as a nation to start mixing religion and legislation. It is a slippery slope. For proof, you don’t have to look too hard at countries that do practice in law what they preach.

Such legislation would also give national corporations pause before moving operations to Georgia. Business leaders say it is a road Georgia should not go down. I’m not saying we should pass legislation just because it is good business. But it certainly adds weight to the argument that this is bad legislation and bad for the economy.

We have come too far as a country to use religion as a tool of discrimination.

It might be time to heed some ageold words of wisdom and let he who is without sin cast the first stone.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR:

Applause for Wood’s MARTA support Having recently read Roswell Mayor Jere Wood’s opinion piece in the Appen newspaper, I would like to applaud his ongoing efforts to bring a positive position toward the proposed MARTA rail extension into North Fulton.

It is extremely unfortunate that the measure was not considered as of last week whereby allowing voters to decide, and appears local politics took precedence over regional concerns.

Now the citizens that could benefit the most will likely have to wait even longer for a mass transit option that should have been initiated over 10 years ago – not long after the Sandy Springs and North Springs stations were placed into service.

The big question that I, and perhaps every other interested constituent has is – What next?

I think we can all agree there is no singular approach to resolving our mobility and traffic concerns, however, for every world-class city, rail is the core mode of a multi-modal transit system.

I hope the momentum that was building over the last few months continues growing in spite of recent events.

That includes potential distractions on the national level, and more civic and business leaders who can form a collective voice in demanding

See MARTA, Page 45

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Councilman reports positive feedback on Alpharetta bond

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Alpharetta voters will decide May 24 whether to issue $52 million in bonds to fund transportation, parks and recreation projects within the city.

The list of projects was drawn up over the past year after a series of public forums and workshops to address current and future needs, according to city officials.

Mayor David Belle Isle called the proposal a “common solution that I think is going to help the city (and) put us in a position to not only make improvements this year but also planning for the future as capital improvements arise.”

Assistant City Administrator James Drinkard said that payments on the 30-year bond would be made through a combination of the debt service portion of the city’s current millage rate on property taxes and through increased revenues from the growth in property values.

If approved by voters, more than three-quarters of the money would go to transportation projects.

Councilman Chris Owens, the City Council’s liaison to public works, said the list of projects has been under discussion for years, but was first presented for public comment beginning last fall in a series of workshops.

“I’m hearing great support for both transportation and parks,” he said. “I’m hopeful people will look at the city’s track record on proposals they’ve put before them in the past.”

The largest single project, at a cost of $14.85 million, is improvements on the Rucker Road corridor from Wills Road to the city limits. The project consists of adding bike lanes from Wills to Charlotte, as well as 8-foot sidewalks on both sides.

Owens said the project has been fully discussed and is “plan-ready.”

Another major project, with final plans still up for discussion, involves congestion mitigation on Kimball Bridge Road. The $9 million project includes adding an additional eastbound lane from North Point Parkway to Waters Road. All the work would take place on the south side, where the city owns the majority of the property. It includes adding bike lanes and left-turn lanes where possible, and 4- or 5-foot landscape strips.

The project has drawn public attention because of one plan calling

About $2 million of Alpharetta’s proposed $52 million bond would go toward adding lanes to Windward Parkway, from Ga. 9 to Westside Parkway, to help relieve congestion near Ga. 400. for the construction of a roundabout, but Owens said there will be public hearings held before the final plan is adopted.

Another major road project involves adding an east and westbound lane on Windward Parkway from Ga. 9 east to Westside Parkway. This $2 million project combines with a soon-to-be under construction project that adds turning lanes from the northbound Ga. 400 off-ramp onto Windward Parkway and extends those to Westside Parkway.

Other projects slated for funding include: • Alpharetta Arts Center development: $1,500,000 • Eastside Community Center / YMCA partnership: $2,500,000 • Wills Park pool renovation: $2,700,000, including the pool bathhouse, which is almost 30 years old.

• Parkland acquisition: $5,450,000 • Sidewalk improvements: $6,000,000. The city is in the process of fine-tuning the list and is estimating between $4-$5 million in construction costs, with the additional money applied to design fees and right of way.

• Greenway extension to Forsyth County: $6,500,000 • Lily Garden Terrace extension: $1,500,000, to add a small street from Cumming Street to Canton Street.

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Area schools among AP elite All NF high schools receive ‘honor’ ranking

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Eight high schools in North Fulton were among the 272 public high schools in Georgia named to the 2015 Georgia Department of Education AP Honor Schools list. The list recognizes schools whose students perform exceptionally well in the rigorous advanced placement courses.

Honor schools are named in six categories based on the results of 2015 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 61 schools in the state – out of 449 total public high schools – named AP Merit Schools. The schools 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.

“AP classes give our students the

We’re excited to see the gains our schools have made. Our students passed more than 12,220 AP exams last year, which is 3,200 more exams than five years ago.”

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opportunity to work at an accelerated, college-level pace while also stretching their knowledge outside of the traditional high school curriculum,” said Kenneth Zeff, interim superintendent for Fulton County Schools.

He noted the number of students participating in AP courses in Fulton County has increased by 44 percent over the past five years.

“We’re excited to see the gains our schools have made. Our students passed more than 12,220 AP exams last year, which is 3,200 more exams than five years ago,” said Zeff.

The GDOE began recognizing AP Honor Schools in 2008, adding STEM recognition in 2011 and the AP Humanities category in 2015.

AP courses and exams are administered in high school by the College Board, which also administers the SAT. Students who receive a 3, 4 or 5 on AP exams given at the end of their course may receive college credit.

Old statesman returns for birthday party ROSWELL, Ga. – Waving fond hellos with one hand, leaning on a cane with the other, W.L. “Pug” Mabry returned to Roswell City Hall Monday.

The city’s longest-serving mayor (1967-1997) was on hand to attend the stately building’s 25th birthday, and he virtually put Monday’s City Council meeting on hold when he entered.

Mabry, 88, was mayor when the structure was built at a cost of $12 million. The expense drew a lot of attention, and Mabry took a lot of heat.

But he held fast to his belief that the city was growing and needed a city hall that could meet the needs of future

residents.

One of Mabry’s biggest critics was current Mayor Jere Wood, who used the issue in part to unseat the veteran.

From his seat at the center of the dais, Wood told Mabry he was wrong to criticize MABRY something that had served the community so well and would continue serving it long after everyone in the room had gone.

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ROSWELL’S MAYORAL SUCCESSION:

Wood, Price wrangle over term limits Judge grants 6-month trial delay

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – While Roswell Mayor Jere Wood and state Rep. Betty Price are wrangling over who is at fault for the lack of a legislative solution to Wood’s term limit problem, it may now all be settled by the Georgia Supreme Court.

Wood recently won a six-month discovery delay in his trial to boot him out of office, but he is getting no help from the Fulton Legislative Delegation, which could have passed a charter change to allow him to stay without a trial.

Price has stymied any relief from that quarter, saying she can’t agree to any solution that would allow Wood more terms in office.

Price says Wood has been his own worst enemy for comments he made in earlier published reports. Previously, she was willing to support legislation that would allow Wood to serve out his current term, his fifth, but now she doesn’t think there is any “support” legislatively.

The bottom line is Price said she is willing “to do everything” she can to help the city resolve the situation, but everything she can apparently stops short of allowing Wood to run for another term.

Price said if the solution meant Wood would be free to run again, “it probably is not going to happen.”

She had been willing to support a charter change that would allow the mayor to serve out his term, but no more.

“My goal has been to save the city the expense of a costly trial,” Price said.

The Roswell City Council has sought twice to resolve the situation through changes to the City Charter.

First, council proposed a “clarification,” which asked to make it clear that the charter meant term limits before implantation would not count against the mayor.

The legislators said on advice of the Legislative Counsel that would be unconstitutional, but a complete charter change would be acceptable. The council did so Feb. 29 in a called meeting after the city’s “open mike” session in which citizens may address the council on any issue they wish.

Only the mayor and three council members attended, but that constituted a quorum, and it was a 3-0 vote for the change. However, Price said she found it problematic that there were only

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three “yes” votes (Wood was present for the quorum but did not vote). Such a change should have a fuller accounting from council, she said, and it seemed suspicious to her.

“We [the Legislative Delegation] don’t want the appearance of changing the charter to help one individual,” Price said.

Wood said the meeting was called without much notice at the behest of the Legislative Delegation.

“They wanted it done by Feb. 29th.

We barely had time to meet then. It was their deadline,” Wood said.

That sentiment had been echoed by state Rep. Chuck Martin, R-Alpharetta, who also voiced reservations about amending the Roswell charter.

State Sen. John Albers put forth the charter change for the City Council but it does not appear now that any action will be taken.

The issue began a few weeks ago when Michael Litten, a former mayoral candidate who lost to Wood in 2010, filed a lawsuit challenging the legitimacy of Wood’s election to the current term, saying the term limits added to the City Charter limiting mayors to three consecutive terms had rendered the mayor ineligible to serve and he should be removed from office.

With the mayor’s appeal to the Georgia Supreme Court, it appears now a final decision will come from that court.

Litten, whose lawsuit started the whole process, said he is happy to see it land in the Supreme Court.

“It is the best thing really. In this scenario, it will mean there will be no jury trial now as I understand it,” Litten said. “We have requested that they expedite the case so that it can be settled quickly.”

He said he was pleased to have the Supreme Court justices decide the case, representing the best legal minds in the state.

“This seems the quickest path to removing Jere from office. I ran against him as a write-in candidate because he had said he would run for only one term in 1997. He betrayed his word to the people, and it would be justice to see him out,” Litten said.

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By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A “lifestylecentered community” is now open in South Forsyth County.

FrontDoor Communities and The Providence Group recently released a phase called Traditions with 49 new homesites for potential buyers.

“Traditions attracts both empty nesters and families because of its lifestyle-centered community,” said Irene Hall, vice president of sales and marketing for FrontDoor Communities.

“This simply means a community interlaced with pocket parks throughout the neighborhood, fostering friendships and casual gatherings. All homes connect with community amenities and the Big Creek Greenway.”

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NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Some will say I’m writing about this topic just so I can talk about beer. And that’s only mostly true. It’s almost spring. Baseball opening day is just around the corner.

And the business of beer is alive and well in the north

metro area.

There are three breweries located in North Fulton and Forsyth counties. Jekyll Brewing in Alpharetta is perhaps the largest, with its bottled beer easily found in almost any grocery store around Atlanta, and in other cities throughout the Southeast. Gate City Brewing opened last year at the end of Canton Street in Roswell, and Cherry Street Brewing Cooperative operates in the Vickery Village development in Cumming.

It seems like every city looking to create its own distinct sense of place also has a brewery. And why not? It’s a fantastic way for a city to get its brand out there. Folks can visit restaurants and drink locally made beers with names that occasionally refer to places in that city.

For example, one of my favorite beers is Jekyll’s Big Creek Kolsch. It’s named after Alpharetta’s Big Creek, which hosts one of the city’s most popular amenities, the Big Creek Greenway. So it’s cool to be able to have that in Alpharetta. But it’s also cool that folks in Nashville are also drinking a beer named after a creek in Alpharetta.

Beer, and particularly craft beer, is becoming such a big business that the state House is actually looking at ways the state can help increase profitability for the industry in Georgia. This is a big deal for a state that until only a few years ago didn’t allow alcohol sales on Sunday. Alcohol is a sensitive issue for lawmakers in the more rural parts of Georgia.

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Craft beer is booming in metro Atlanta, though. Just last week architect Eric Kronberg, along with the property owner, pitched a 23-acre beer garden along a soon-to-be-opened section of the Atlanta BeltLine. I had a short back-andforth with him, and his vision is to have several breweries on the property with seating for beer tastings. The property in southwest Atlanta is in an area city leaders and the Atlanta BeltLine officials have been trying to revive over the last several years. Kronberg sees beer as a way to help do that.

In case you have not noticed it, growler shops are popping up in most downtown areas, too. A growler is a glass bottle that consumers can have filled to take home. The growler stores have a collector-type feel where consumers come in and can taste several brews before choosing one to purchase.

A shop in downtown Woodstock has taken the growler concept a step further by combining it with another cool trend: food trucks. Zach Yurchuck, who operates the Barrel and Barley, took over another location in the old section of downtown Woodstock and opened the Truck and Tap. It’s a nifty concept where, inside, you have a long bar and a room with long, wooden tables. Out back, he rents space to a different food truck every night. So a customer could go out, get food from the food truck, then come inside, order a beer and sit down to eat. As a business model it makes a lot of sense. It’s kind of a restaurant, but without the hassle of having to run a kitchen. And he’s making his money on what most restaurants say is their bread and butter — the alcohol.

Are you sharing best practices among your employees to help them do their jobs better? Do you encourage your employees to document what they do and how DICK JONES they do it so it Founder & President Jones Simply Sales can be shared with others? As the saying goes, “Rising tides will raise all ships.” The same holds true for sharing best practices, as it will make everyone better at what they do.

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Often best practices come directly from your top performers. Taking the time to better understand what they are doing to outperform others in your business is a key way to identify best practices. While sharing and implementing best practices does take time, the benefits of having everyone “rise up” as a result are undeniable.

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Affordable housing fast becoming matter of distance

By PATRICK FOX ATLANTA — While housing has risen from the ashes of record foreclosures, the ability of first-time homebuyers to enter the market is dwindling, according to two key observers of the Georgia housing sector.

John Hunt, senior analyst at ViaSearch and Smart Numbers, and Frank Norton Jr., CEO and chairman of Norton Holdings, said affordable housing is not meeting demands brought on by job and population growth in Georgia. The disparity is especially evident along the state’s major market centers.

Speaking at the February Economic Forecasting Center Conference at Georgia State University, Hunt outlined a “new normal,” in which housing markets fluctuate in price and availability.

One example he cited was in South Forsyth County, in the Lambert High School area. In 2013, he said, builders were constructing homes on distressed lots, with 253 closings at an average price of $348,000.

“In one year, the price jumped almost $100,000, and we sold more homes,” he said.

The market in the suburbs, Hunt said, is driven mostly by school districts, and housing prices can be directly tied to SAT scores.

“There’s an absolute correlation between home price and test score,” Hunt said. “We know that intuitively.”

Three years ago, a person could find a nice home in a good school district in Cobb and Gwinnett for under $300,000, Hunt said. And as the cheap, distressed lots dried up, prices increased, but incomes did not.

In Cobb, people can choose to move south, where the SAT scores are lower and houses are less expensive, or, he said, they can move across the county line to North Paulding High School, which is what many are doing.

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AVERAGE PRICE OF HOMES SOLD IN 2015 Albany $122,500 Atlanta $236,250 Athens $145,000 Augusta $148,000 Columbus $114,400 Dalton $108,000 Macon $125,500 Rome $109,787 Savannah $178,500 Valdosta $119,000 Source: The Norton Agency

“What it is, basically, is A-plus Paulding is competing head-to-head with C and D Cobb,” Hunt said.

The same is true in Gwinnett, he said. A-plus Hall is vying with areas of Gwinnett where SAT scores are below the county average.

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county,” he said. “As your SAT score goes up, so does your home price. So, it makes it pretty easy to decide where you need to be building.”

At the same conference, Norton pointed out that Georgia has seen tremendous job growth in recent years, but incomes have not kept up with housing costs.

There is equal amount of industrial and office and business growth outside Atlanta as inside the Perimeter, he said. It may not be the same numbers, but the individual locations are spread across the state.

There is tremendous growth in the Columbus area, driven by the Kia plant and its suppliers. Growth is also evident in Savannah, where activity at the ports is increasing. Other major growth areas include Augusta, with its health care industry and new National Security Agency cryptologic facility at Fort Gordon, and along I-85 north of Atlanta.

“Affordability is not just an Atlanta problem, it’s a Georgia problem,” Norton said. “What we are having is a tremendous amount of industrial growth in certain corridors. And, those corridors have certain characteristics.”

The Dalton area, where the carpet industry is rebounding, is primarily manufacturing, while the I-85 corridor has become light assembly, transportation and logistics, he said. Valdosta is becoming a haven for retirement, with growing needs for assisted living and health care.

“Each one of these is dependent on housing, and each one of these has a

shortage of housing,” Norton said. “If metro Atlanta today has roughly a 5.5 months’ supply of housing, the entire state of Georgia has a 7.5 month’s supply.”

The same characteristics of lack of housing growth, lack of new construction that is prevalent in Atlanta is happening in all these communities, Norton said. This condition has led to a spike in home prices.

“House construction costs have increased 40 percent since 2007,” he said.

Norton gave the example of the I-85 corridor, where transportation, logistics and light assembly prevail.

“We need to build workforce housing,” he said. “Because we have a lack of workforce housing, communities like Hall County become the bedroom community where there is housing, and (employees) are driving over to this corridor, 20-30 miles.”

Not only is there a lack of appropriate housing, Norton added, but there is an anti-apartment mood in these marketplaces.

“No one is going to drive from Columbus, where they can buy a house for $134,000 and work in Atlanta,” he said. “We’re projecting that affordable housing – houses under $174,000 – will evaporate by the year 2020 in metro Atlanta. You only have a 2.2 months’ supply of houses under $175,000 today, so evaporation could very well be next year.”

Recent data from Georgia Power shows 12.2 million square feet of available industrial space in the upper I-85 corridor (Jackson, Madison, Banks, Hart and Franklin counties). In the Dalton area north of Cartersville, the number is 5.9 million square feet, and there is 4.4 million square feet of available industrial space in the ports area near Savannah.

“That translates into employment,” Norton said. “So the 12.2 million could translate into between 4,000 and 10,000 new employees locating in that (I-85) corridor. Where are they going to live?”

Affordability along that corridor is still around $145,000, but there is no construction engine to support the industrial footprint that exists, he said.

“My concern is our industrial is outpacing the ability to house the industrial workers,” Norton said.

The solution would be to have a market that is building both the industrial space and building a housing infrastructure to support workers moving into those areas, Norton said.

“But we don’t have that opportunity without a housing component tied to it,” he said.

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BIS Benefits named Atlanta’s healthiest small employer Business Chronicle tabs Roswell company For putting healthy choices in workplace ROSWELL, Ga. – Who knew hanging around the water cooler is actually healthier for employees?

Sometimes it is the simplicity of a small change in habit that results in a healthier lifestyle. This is what wellness specialist and account manager Marla Mohr found when she issued a water-drinking challenge in 2015 to employees of Alpharetta-based BIS Benefits Inc. That program helped win the top spot in the small company category of the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Healthiest Employers Awards.

“We encourage all the employees to get up and stretch, drink water and eat healthy as well as walk around the building at least once a day,” Mohr said. “The company also provides healthy snacks including water and fresh fruit. The company encourages flu shots, dental and vision exams, yearly medical exams, eating healthy and learning more about how to stay healthy.

“Not only do all these challenges and changes get us healthy, but it is

good for morale as we work together to achieve healthy goals.

“Making a wellness program fun and creative is a necessity, as is offering incentives. Even if it is something small such as a $5 gift card, you need it to get attention,” Mohr said. “You can have your employees donate a dollar a week to participate in a challenge, and whoever wins that challenge wins all the contributed money.”

The wellness program has had an impact.

“You will hear discussions in our office about how much better our employees feel and we have had less absenteeism and sickness, as well.”

Mohr said.

BIS client service specialist Mary West said the program has given her motivation and structure to achieve her goals of good health and an active lifestyle. “Our quarterly wellness challenges provide opportunities to develop a healthy lifestyle in a fun, encouraging way. Also, because we are involved in the program year-round, the changes I have made have become a part of

Accepting BIS Benefits’ Healthiest Employer Award from the Atlanta Business Chronicle are, from left, Betsy Orrin, Marla Mohr and Ray Bachman. my daily life without even a second thought.”

Jerry Orlans, BIS benefits consultant, said, “At BIS, we bring a variety of outside resources to help our clients, including wellness programs.”

Ray Bachman, BIS founder and

president, said establishing healthy living among the company’s clients is what BIS is all about.

“As the old saying goes, ‘You must import to export.’ We promote wellness to our clients by challenging ourselves to do the same,” Bachman said.

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BANKING:

Coldwell Banker announces new branch manager ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Mary McPherson, manager of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage’s Alpharetta office for over 15 years, announced March 7 her plans to retire. Under McPherson’s management, the Alpharetta office was recognized as the No. 1 branch in the Atlanta metro area for the past four consecutive years and was also named a President’s WEEKS Council office for nine years.

Kathy Weeks has been named the new branch manager of the Alpharetta office. Weeks will lead approximately 95 independent sales associates and brings nearly 20 years of experience in real estate.

Weeks can be contacted by phone at 770642-0399 or by email at Kathryn.weeks@ coldwellbankeratlanta.com.

HEALTH CARE:

Emory Johns Creek Hospital kudos for medication reconciliation improvements JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Emory Johns Creek Hospital

recently earned a second-place award for its work in medication reconciliation, to prevent adverse drug events from occurring.

EJCH accepted the Georgia Hospital Association award at the Georgia Partnership for Health and Accountability Quality and Patient Safety Awards on Jan. 6. The 2015-16 recognition was in the category of hospitals with 100 to 299 beds.

This year, EJCH projects the medication reconciliation program will allow them to prevent over 1,000 adverse drug events in the inpatient setting.

Morrow Family Medicine announces expansion to Milton MILTON, Ga. —Morrow Family Medicine doctor’s office is expanding from Forsyth into nearby Milton. Since opening in Cumming in 1998 under the direction of Dr. James R. Morrow, Morrow Family Medicine has added staff to handle a growing patient load. The expansion into Milton, in fact, is in response to an increasing number of patients coming to the clinic.

“Our patients are the reason we are here today and the reason we are expanding,” Morrow said.

“We treat people like family when they come to us and they have responded in kind. Because of their consistent support, we are able to grow to reach and help even more people.”

The office received the 2015 Best of Forsyth Award for family medicine, selected by the Cumming community.

Dr. Cheryl McGowan and Dr. Patrick Kindregan will be joining the office within the next few months.

McGowan, who recently completed a residency at Wake Forest, will work in the Milton office. Kindregan will work in the Cumming office. He is currently chief resident at Family Medicine Residency in Rome. For more information about Morrow Family Medicine, visit www.morrowfammed.com.

PT 360 office opens in Johns Creek JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – David Mesnick, PT, OCS, cMDT, has opened PT 360, a physical therapy clinic, in Johns Creek as well as another location in Sandy Springs.

PT 360 is a “concierge level” physical therapy center. The practice establishes a supportive relationship with patients that, in conjunction with their treatment approach, is designed to produce “extraordinary” outcomes. The clinics offer each patient individualized programs to effectively address orthopedic and sports medicine problems.

“We at PT 360 look forward to serving the north Atlanta and Johns Creek areas,” Mesnick said. “This is an exciting venture where we will coordinate care with Atlanta’s finest sports medicine and orthopedic physicians to deliver concierge level physical therapy to our patients.”

To learn more about PT 360 or schedule an appointment, visit www.pt360atl.com or call 770-2258860.

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CALENDAR PUTTING ON THE GLITZ FUNDRAISER

THE IRISH BROTHERS AT AUTREY MILL

The Irish Brothers will perform for the Autrey Mill Unplugged concert series.

Saturday, March 19, 7 p.m. Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek. Visit autreymill.org for more info.

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EASTER ACTIVITIES CELEBRATE EASTER AT SAVE THE HORSES

What: Come out to the Save the Horses farm to celebrate Easter and horses with an Easter egg hunt, hay rides, pony rides and more.

When: Saturday, March 19, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Save the Horses Farm, 1768 Newt Green Road, Cumming More info: savethehorses.org

UNION HILL EASTER EGG HUNT

What: Egg hunts, inflatables, free pictures with the Easter Bunny, prizes and more.

When: Saturday, March 19, 2-4 p.m.

When: Union Hill Church, 4250 McGinnis Ferry Road, Alpharetta More info: unionhillalpharetta.com

AMERICAN LEGION EASTER EGG HUNT

What: American Legion Post 201 Auxiliary Unit 201’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt for ages 1-10.

When: Saturday March 19, noon Where: 201 Wills Road, Alpharetta More info: legion201.org

MAUNDY THURSDAY BIBLICAL MEAL What: Dr. James Fleming returns to Birmingham United Methodist Church to present a biblical meal, a visual of Jesus’ last night with his disciples.

When: Thursday, March 24, 6:45 p.m.

Where: Birmingham United Methodist Church, 15770 Birmingham Highway, Milton Cost: $15 More info: Birminghamumc.org

EVENTS: JOHNS CREEK RESTAURANT WEEK

What: The first Johns Creek Restaurant Week will feature special offers at 22 participating restaurants.

When: March 14-20 Where: Throughout Johns Creek More info: Download the Restaurant Week app at johnscreekadvantage.org

VEGETABLE GARDENING – THE BASICS

What: A class for those new to growing vegetables or anyone wanting to increase their garden’s bounty, conducted by the UGA Extension in Fulton County and the North Fulton Master Gardeners.

When: In Roswell, Tuesday, March 15, 7- 8:30 pm. In Alpharetta, Wednesday, March 16, 7-8:30 pm.

Where: Roswell classes: Bill Johnson Community Activity Building in Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Road. Alpharetta classes: Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza.

More info: www.roswellgov.com; for Alpharetta, call 678-297-6200.

LUCK OF AVALON

What: The second annual Luck of Avalon will be an evening of Irish music, dancing and green beer.

When: Wednesday, March 17, 4 p.m.

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

HIGHLAND MANOR SPRING MARKET

What: Shop for handcrafted jewelry, art and other gifts with local artisans and vendors.

When: Friday, March 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Highland Manor Club House, 15890 Milton Point, Milton Cost: Free More info: facebook.com/ events/1655892754661788

MILTON INDOOR DRUMLINE & WINTER GUARD EXHIBITION

What: The Milton High School Exhibition, featuring the 2016 Indoor Drumline, Varsity Winter Guard and Cadet Winter Guard, along with a special performance by Atlanta Quest Independent Indoor Drumline.

When: Friday, March 18, 7 p.m.

Where: Milton High School Gymnasium, 13025 Birmingham Highway, Milton Cost: $7 adults, $5 Students; includes all performances and a dessert bar More Info: miltonband.org

What: Sawnee Woman’s Club will host their 31st annual fundraiser, Putting on the Glitz.

When: Saturday, March 19, 7-11 p.m.

Where: Three Chimneys Farm Clubhouse, 3625 Three Chimneys Lane, Cumming More info: sawneewomansclub.org Roswell Kiwanis Spring K Classic What: Sixth annual Spring K Classic 5K and 10K run, benefitting the club’s college scholarship program for local high school seniors.

When: Saturday, March 19, 7:45 a.m.

Where: Sweet Apple Elementary School, 12025 Etris Road, Roswell More info: roswellkiwanis.org

BATMAN VS SUPERMAN DAY

What: Batman vs Superman Day celebrates the upcoming release of “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.”

When: Saturday, March 19, 7 p.m. trivia event Where: Barnes & Noble Alpharetta, 7660 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta More info: 770-993-8340

‘THE MESSENGER’ SCREENING

What: Atlanta Audubon is partnering with Chattahoochee Nature Center to screen the songbird documentary, “The Messenger.”

When: Saturday, March 19, 5:30 p.m.

Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell More info: chattnaturecenter.org/ adults/ongoing-programs/

DOC HOLLIDAY EXPERT AT BARRINGTON HALL

What: Award-winning Georgia author Victoria Wilcox will present “Doc Holliday: Man, Myth & Movies” at Barrington Hall.

When: Saturday, March 19, 10 a.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $5, brunch and talk More info: 770-640-3855 or email wbrowning@roswellgov.com

FORSYTH’S GREAT AMERICAN CLEANUP

What: Help Keep Forsyth County Beautiful remove litter from the community’s roadways as part of the Keep America Beautiful Great American Cleanup.

When: Saturday, March 19, 9 a.m.

Where: Central Park Recreation Center, 2300 Keith Bridge Road, Cumming More info: Preregister by March 17 at keepforsythcountybeautiful.org

WATER DROP DASH 5K AND FESTIVAL

What: The 4th annual Water Drop Dash 5K encourages metro Atlanta residents to conserve water.

When: Saturday, March 19, 8 a.m.

Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell More info: chattnaturecenter.org

RELAY FOR LIFE CAR SHOW

What: Forsyth County School Food and Nutrition Services’ annual Relay for Life Car Show to benefit the American Cancer Society.

When: Saturday, March 19, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Forsyth County Board of Education Building, 1120 Dahlonega Highway, Cumming More info: southeastwheelsevents.com/

WILL TO WIN 5K/1K

What: This Peachtree qualifier will benefit the Will Abernathy Fund to cure childhood cancer.

When: Saturday, March 19, 7-10 a.m.

Where: Fowler Park on the Greenway, 410 Carolene Way, Cumming More info: active.com

MILTON FOOTBALL KICKOFF CELEBRATION

What: Milton football kickoff event for rising 6th- 12th-grade football players, JV and varsity cheerleaders and families.

When: Sunday, March 20, 6 p.m.

Where: Milton High School Gymnasium, 13025 Birmingham Highway, Milton More info: miltoneaglesfootball.com

HIGH HEELS & HIGH TIMES

What: High Heels High Times will raise funds for the Junior League of Gwinnett and North Fulton Counties’ charity programs.

When: Sunday, March 20, 12:30-4:30 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Marriott, 5750 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta Cost: $50.

More info: jlgnf.org

THE MAGIC OF STARS IN STARLAB

What: See nature like you’ve never seen it before inside the Chattahoochee Nature Center’s inflatable planetarium.

When: When: Sunday, March 20, 1-2 p.m.

Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell More info: chattnaturecenter.org

MILTON BUSINESS ALLIANCE TAX TALK What: Milton Business Alliance’s annual tax talk with tips for business owners.

When: Tuesday, March 22, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Providence Bank 4955 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta More info: miltonbusinessalliance.com

NORMAN’S LANDING PING PONG TOURNAMENT

What: Norman’s Landing will host its annual Spring Charity Ping Pong Tournament to benefit Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

When: March 22-23, 7 p.m.

Where: Norman’s Landing, 365 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming Entry fee: $25 More info: normanslanding.com

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AUTHOR SIGNING: ‘LAWYER GAMES’

What: Dep Kirkland, the chief deputy district attorney in the “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil” murder case, will discuss the true story behind the case.

When: Thursday, March 24, 7 p.m.

Where: Barnes & Noble Alpharetta, 7660 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta More info: 770-993-8340

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: STUDIO WEST PRESENTS DISNEY’S ‘THE LITTLE MERMAID’

What: Featuring a live orchestra, West Forsyth High School’s Studio West Productions will present the Disney musical, “The Little Mermaid.”

When: Through Sunday, March 20, 7:30 nightly with a 3 p.m. matinee March 20 Where: West Forsyth High School Auditorium, 4155 Drew Road, Cumming More info: studiowestproductions.org Alpharetta High School’s ‘Legally Blonde, The Musical’ What: Alpharetta High School’s theater and music department will present, “Legally Blonde, The Musical.”

When: March 17-20, times vary Where: Alpharetta High School, 3565 Webb Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: alphatheatre.com

‘YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN’

BY MILTON THEATRE COMPANY

What: Milton High School’s award-winning theater program will present “Young Frankenstein.”

When: March 17-19 and March 25-26 at 7 p.m.

Where: Milton High School, 13025 Birmingham Highway, Milton More info: miltontheatrecompany.com

ACTING TROUPE OF LAMBERT’S ‘THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE’

What: Come back to the Jazz Age with this musical, “Thoroughly Modern Millie.”

When: March 17-19, times vary Where: Lambert High School Auditorium, 805 Nichols Road, Suwanee More info: atldrama.com/shows-andtickets/

‘SNOW WHITE’ BY ATLANTA DANCE THEATRE

What: Atlanta Dance Theatre presents Winthrop Corey’s “Snow White,” a fresh take on the classic fairy tale.

When: Friday, March 18, 7:30 p.m.

March 19, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: atlantadancetheatre.org

RUMC’S ‘STEEL MAGNOLIAS’

What: Acting UP, a drama ministry of Roswell United Methodist Church, will present “Steel Magnolias.”

When: Friday, March 18, 6:30 p.m.

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dinner theater. Shows also March 19 at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Where: RUMC, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumcActingUp.webs.com

ROWDY FUN COMES TO PLAYHOUSE

What: Frank Morrow and his Hanks Williams Jr. tribute band, All My Rowdy Friends, will perform two shows.

When: March 19, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Where: The Cumming Playhouse, 101 School St., Cumming More info: playhousecumming.com

VIBRANT PAINTING WITH COLORED PENCIL WORKSHOP

What: Discover the potential of both non-watercolor and water-soluble colored pencils.

When: March 19-20, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. both days.

Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 10700 State Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

SEDGWICK GALLERY SPRING ART SHOW

What: Three artists new to Sedgwick Gallery — Kimberly Bisger, Art McNaughton and Phyllis Sullivan — will be welcomed with a reception and show.

When: Saturday, March 19, 7-10 p.m.

Where: Sedgwick Gallery, 61 Roswell St., Alpharetta More info: sedgwickgallery.com RUMC’s ‘The Tale of the Three Trees’ What: The Roswell United Methodist Church Worship Arts on Wednesdays Elementary Choirs will perform “The Tale of the Three Trees.”

When: Thursday, March 24, 7 p.m.

Where: RUMC, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumc.com/Easter

LIBRARY EVENTS: For a complete list of North Fulton events, go to afpls.org/events For a complete list of Forsyth events, go to forsythpl.org/eventCalendar/eventCalendar.aspx

LIBRARY EASTER EGG HUNT

What: A family-friendly Easter Egg Hunt inside the library.

When: Saturday, March 19. 2 p.m.

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

White bass mean unforgettable fishing fun!

There’s great news for Georgia’s anglers. The white bass are here again!

Georgia’s white bass runs, like robins in the yard and new leaves on trees, really are that proSTEVE HUDSON verbial harbinger Get Outside Georgia, Chattahoochee Media Group of spring. My dad always said that, here in northern Georgia, these bass show up in rivers and creeks about the time the dogwoods bloom. Warming water cues these fish to move up from lakes to spawn in feeder streams, and when that happens the numbers of fish in the rivers can be truly astounding.

Fish of a half pound to 2 or 3 pounds are the norm, though larger ones are occasionally encountered, too.

The white bass run is all about water temperature. The key is a water temp in the mid 50s, and thanks to warmer-than-usual temperatures, white bass are already on the move and are already being reported by anglers across the state.

Their arrival is more than enough to put a smile on any angler’s face.

Where can you fish for these scrappy fighters? Start by looking for them in the rivers and streams that feed large lakes. In this neck of the woods, look for good white bass fishing in the rivers and streams feeding Lake Allatoona (Etowah and Little River) and Lanier (the Chestatee and the Chattahoochee). Also check out the Coosa River (and, of course, the Oostanaula and Etowah, which join to form the Coosa), which feeds Alabama’s Lake Weiss – some consider the Coosa run to be one of the best you’ll ever find. They’re in many, many other river systems across the state, too. It really is a tremendous opportunity for anglers of all ages.

No matter which river system you explore, you’ll find that the white bass tend to congregate below shoals, near the mouth of creeks, near large brush piles, close to sandbars, or near any other obstruction that breaks the flow

of the stream. Such areas can hold large numbers of fish at the peak of the runs, so don’t be surprised to find them crowded with anglers at times.

As the runs begin, you may only catch one or two in a day … and then four or five … and then 10 or 20 or — well, at some point you just stop counting and fish!

What will you need to fish for white bass? Spinning enthusiasts will do well with small (2- to 3-inch) white-colored minnow imitations.

In-line spinners will do the job; so will simple white jig heads outfitted with a curly tail grub. If you’re fly fishing, try bright and flashy streamers such as the Rolex or the Hudson streamer. A white Bream Buster tied on a size 6 or 8 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, a little red or chartreuse on the lure never hurts when white bass are the quarry. And the technique is straightforward and simple, requiring nothing more elaborate than a steady and moderate retrieve.

White bass are great fish to go after with your kids; all that young anglers will need to have a great chance at success is a basic spinning rod and some grub tail jigs or spinners. In many areas, including the Little River at Olde Rope Mill Park, it’s possible to fish from shore – just the thing to set the stage for a young angler’s first white bass adventure and some memories that will last a lifetime.

The white bass action will continue on into April before the fish return to the depths of the lakes. But while it’s on, it offers a great opportunity for some unforgettable fishing.

Be sure to say hello if you see me on the river. For the next few weeks, odds are I’ll be out there somewhere every chance I get. And holler if you hook a big one. I’ll come running and take your picture!

Steve Hudson has written numerous books on travel and outdoor recreation, Visit www.chattahoocheemedia. com for more info.

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Cheerleading Roswell High School Varsity Cheerleading Hosts Cheer MiniCamp August 1-4. They will receive Tee Shirts and learn cheers, chants and dances that the cheerleaders use to cheer on our Hornets as well as make spirit items and posters to support the team. The camp will be August 1st-4th for rising K-5.

Cost is $125 per camper. It will be held at Roswell High School in the cafeteria from 9am-12:30pm daily Monday-Thursday and ending Friday night at Meet The HORNETS Night with the Varsity Cheerleaders to showcase all they have learned. To register, go to https://roswellhornetcheer.shutterfly.com/register

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July 11-15 Tuition $149/week.

Ages 6-18 Tumble Tech & Conditioning Beg-Adv. Levels June 27-July 1 July 11-15 Tuition $99/week.

Ages 6-18 Raise The Barre Summer Dance Intensive Beg-Adv Levels July 25-29 Tuition $299.

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General Magnolia Farm Offering boys and girls a summer of joy, wonder & fun on the farm!

Activities may include archery, art, board & field games, camp songs, creek stomping, devotionals, farm animal care, fort building, gardening, horseback riding, nature journal and study, puppetry, science, skits, & more! Campers must be at least five & entering grades K-5; LIT grades 6-8; CIT grades 11-12.

Spring Camp: 4/4 to 4/8; Summer Camp: 6/6 to 7/29, (No camp 7/4.) Campers bring their lunch. 9 AM to 3:15 PM. Before/After Care 7:30 AM to 6 PM (fee.) Bus/van transportation to many locations.

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Horse Willow South Riding School, Celebrating 16 years of excellence in riding! Johns Creek location with INDOOR ARENA. We offer all levels of instruction. Ages 5-12. 9am1pm. Learn to ride in a fun, safe program with skilled instructors and experienced horses. For the true horse enthusiast! www.willowsouth. com. $375 includes camp shirt and horse show! Send email to willowsouth@gmail.com. Sign up early to reserve your spot! June 6-10, June 13-17, June 20—24, June 27-July 1, July 11-15, July 18 -22, July 2529

Music Come join us for our 9th annual Vivace Middle School Band Camp.

This camp is for 5th through 8th

grade students, first year all the way to All-State caliber, who want to improve playing skills with a variety of activities including concert band, jazz band/improvisation, music composition, and woodwind ensemble.

Instructors are certified band directors and professional musicians who are some of the best in the area. New friendships will develop by participating not only in instrumental music activities, but also during recreation and junk instrument painting. The last day of camp includes an ice cream party and final camp concert. Register: www.vivacecamps.com Jay Hutcherson, Director director@vivacecamps. com, 678-278-9210

PreSchool Join our Kids ‘R’ Kids Summer Games that provide a global view of Rio 2016™ Olympic Games, where campers will experience an interactive peek inside participating countries’ cultures, customs, cuisine and more. Add to that our own unique twist on the games themselves, and campers will experience 10 fabulous weeks of FUN! Our Summer begins in Ancient Greece where the games originated and continues to transport campers throughout the summer, all across the country with virtual stops all along Europe and Asia! From Beijing to Big Ben, we’ve got it all! Enroll today!

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Soccer Soccer Camps at Emory University Boys Camps Eagle Full Day Camps June 13-17 and June 20-24 for boys ages 7-14, extended care available.

Eagle Elite Residential/Commuter Camp - July 8-10 for boys ages 1518 Info available at www.eagleboyssoccercamps​.com or contact: Sonny Travis Emory Men’s Head Soccer Coach, 404-727-0597. sonny.travis@emory. edu Day Camp each week $325 includes lunch.

Girls Camps Full Day Camps for girls 7-14 years.

June 6-10, $335 includes lunch/ July 5-8, $275 includes lunch Extended care available.

Elite Residential camp July 15-17 for girls ages 14-18 years, $385 Info available at www.suepat-

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Speech And Debate Emory National Debate Institute: Learn the art of debate and public speaking. Multiple programs are available. For Middle-School students, June 6-10, 2016 at Pace Academy, Atlanta; http://www. paceacademy.org/Page/Programs/ Summer-Programs/SpecialtyCamps. June 13-17, 2016 at High Meadows School, Roswell; https:// docs.google.com/forms/d/1XS7iG0EN0YF5IwanUZar5msWcjGME76xLPQD-uMmlM/viewform. For High School at Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, June 5-18, 2016, Public Speaking and Social Justice (for students interested in communication skills and advocating for social justice in noncompetitive forums).

June 5-18, 2016, Policy Debate (for students interested in competing in high school policy debate).

June 19-29, 2016, Public Forum (for students interested in competing in high school public forum debate) http://www.emory.edu/BF/institutes/High_School_ENDI/index. html.

Tennis Come join the fun and get better this summer at Nike Tennis Camps!

With both overnight and day camp options for ages 5-17 and all ability levels, there is a camp for everyone.

University of Georgia offers three weeks of overnight and day camp for girls ages 9-17 of all skill levels.

Emory University offers four weeks of overnight and day camp (ages 5-17) and an additional College Tennis Training Camp, all weeks led

by Head Men’s Coach, John Browning. Players will improve their tennis skills, work hard, make new friends and have a lot of fun. Visit www.ussportscamps.com/tennis for details

Overnight Camps Adventure & Travel Since 1984, Deer Hill Expeditions has run summer adventure camp programs that include backpacking, rock climbing, river-rafting and working on community service proj-

ects with Native American families.

Summer expeditions are available for boys and girls ages 13 – 18 in the canyons, rivers and mountains of the American Southwest. Deer Hill Expeditions also offers a program for 15-17 year-olds in Costa Rica.

Expeditions are 19 to 25 days long and combine elements of wilderness adventure and community service.

Read descriptions of our programs, see photos and watch videos, and apply online at www.deerhillexpeditions.com. You may also give us a call at 970-533-7492 to learn more about our programs.

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Camp Juliette Low (CJL) provides girls with exciting, outdoor experiences that foster self-confidence, promote teamwork, and

SUMMER CAMPS • Sponsored Section develop leadership skills. Through work and play, campers learn to enjoy and appreciate the outdoors, gain responsibility for self and for others, and make life-long friendships. CJL campers live in platform tents and enjoy activities that emphasize outdoor living skills and recreation. CJL was established by Juliette Low, founder of the Girl Scouts, but operates independently and is open to all girls. Located on Lookout Mountain in northwest Georgia, CJL is a residential summer camp for girls ages 7-17, offering one and two-week sessions.

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Just 2 hours from Atlanta, Camp Woodmont features horseback riding, high-ropes, climbing, sports, dance, crafts, canoeing, archery & more!

Founded in 1981, Camp Woodmont is the perfect place to build lifelong friendships and everlasting memories.

Our deep-seeded traditions, close family atmosphere and caring counselors make campers feel secure, welcome & reassured! Counselors are college-age and live in the

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cabins with the campers. Our camp program is very well-suited to firsttime campers. Come tour the camp at our Open House May 15, 2016 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 grades 1-10. 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, art and crafts, team sports, tumbling, fishing and rocketry. Located in Cleveland, Georgia, 1.5hrs from Atlanta and 20 min from 400. 706-348-1533. www. strongrockcamp.com.

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Tremont Institute creates space for discovery, personal development and opportunities to unplug and explore. Call (865) 448-6709 or visit www.gsmit.org/GA.html.

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Projected North Fulton Enrollment for 2016-17 School Year 16-17 Proj.

15-16 Actual

16-17 Proj.

15-16 Actual

Abbotts Hill

679

688

Low birth rates, high home prices are factors

Alpharetta

546

565

Amana Charter

250

234

Amana Charter

514

515

Autrey Mill

1473

1413

Barnwell

816

767

Crabapple

988

965

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Birmingham Falls

720

727

Elkins Pointe

1085

1119

Cogburn Woods

NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Enrollment forecasts for North Fulton schools project a continuing decline of students over the next five years, reversing an enrollment boom that began in the mid1990s but cooled off in recent years.

During a presentation to the Fulton School Board on March 8, school planning staff attributed the slowdown to lower birth rates and available housing focused mainly at the high end of the market.

Overall, Fulton Schools is expected to add just under 600 students next year, for a total of 96,276 students in the 2016-17 school year. That growth will come mainly in South Fulton, with North Fulton and Sandy Springs seeing declines.

“North Fulton reached 49,584 students [this year] which is the second year in recent history that [the region’s] total growth has declined,” said Yngrid Huff, director of planning for Fulton Schools.

This year, elementary students declined by more than 680 students from the previous year, as incoming kindergarten classes are significantly smaller than the fifth-grade classes they replace.

“Looking at individual grade levels, growth is still occurring in the area.

However, the incoming 2015 kindergarten class remains nearly 1,200 students smaller than the eighth-, ninth-, 10th- and 11th-grade classes on average,” said Huff.

She also presented a chart which shows a sharp decline in births beginning in 2009, which correlates with smaller kindergarten classes five years later. That trend is expected to continue both locally and statewide.

But positive growth is being seen in middle and high schools, with most of the high schools in North Fulton at or above capacity.

This trend could indicate a strong housing market favored by families with older children, as opposed to young families seeking starter homes.

“It is extremely expensive [in North Fulton],” said Huff. “So [many people] are moving to surrounding counties where there are more affordable options.”

She noted this is one reason Fulton’s overall enrollment growth is

Crabapple Crossing

850

920

Haynes Bridge

789

840

769

800

Holcomb Bridge

769

792

Creek View

812

973

Dolvin

815

857

Hopewell

1445

1433

Esther Jackson

614

570

Northwestern

1403

1272

Findley Oaks

657

656

River Trail

1153

1143

Hembree Springs

683

841

Taylor Road

1331

1335

Hillside

508

647

Webb Bridge

1249

1273

Lake Windward

698

712

NF MS Total

11,935

11,819

Manning Oaks

830

858

Medlock Bridge

707

700

System MS Total

21,893

21,420

Mimosa

831

1018

Mountain Park

831

844

Alpharetta

2061

2031

New Prospect

579

471

Cambridge

1977

1988

Northwood

740

774

Centennial

2021

1949

Ocee

757

769

River Eves

604

795

Chattahoochee

1913

1954

Roswell North

895

1036

Independence

203

197

Shakerag

746

787

Johns Creek

2071

2072

State Bridge Crossing Elem

801

817

Milton

2320

2175

Summit Hill

735

724

Northview

1821

1903

Sweet Apple

805

726

Roswell

2212

2122

Wilson Creek

787

803

FAST Charter (new)

143

NA

NF HS Total

16,599

16,391

Hwy.9 School/Roswell (new)

631

NA

System HS Total

29,721

29,710

NF ES Total

21,103

21,360

North Fulton Total

49,637

49,570

Fulton ES Total

44,663

44,564

System Total

96,277

Elemnatary Schools

Middle Schools

High Schools

95,694 *INCLUDES PRE-K ENROLLMENT

North Fulton reached 49,584 students [this year] which is the second year in recent history that [the region’s] total growth has declined.”

YNGRID HUFF Director of planning for Fulton Schools.

outpaced by fast-growing systems like Gwinnett with more affordable housing options.

Huff said the housing market is showing a strong recovery in North Fulton, with the school system track-

ing more than 3,300 homes in various stages of construction.

Enrollment forecasts are used for planning and budgeting purposes, noted Huff, and tweaked each year for a five-year outlook.

“Short-range estimates identify needed resources such as staffing, textbooks, buses, groceries and classroom needs,” she said. “Long-range estimates guide the timeline for capital construction projects. “ Alpharetta board member Katie Reeves challenged the assertion that North Fulton will see a declining enrollment in the coming five years. She said empty nesters who flocked to the region in the 1990s and early 2000s are sitting on the sidelines, waiting for prices to rebound, before selling their homes.

“If I [presented] these numbers to my [community] I would be laughed out of [the room],” said Reeves. “I know you have to work in facts, but we would be foolish not to prepare for what is an eventuality in my district.”

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COMMUNITY

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Roswell Kiwanis hosts Spring K Classic race March 19 ROSWELL, Ga. – The Kiwanis Club of Historic Roswell will host the Sixth Annual Spring K Classic 5K and 10K run on March 19 at Sweet Apple Elementary School. The 10k race begins at 7:45 a.m. while the 5k race kicks off at 8 a.m. Entry fee is $30 and race day registration is $35. On March 19, registration begins at 6:30 a.m.

Proceeds from the Spring K Classic will benefit the club’s projects, including its college scholarship program for local high school seniors. Visit www. roswellkiwanis.org/SpringKClassic. html to download registration forms or to register online.

The Kiwanis Club of Historic Roswell is part of a global organization – Kiwanis International – made up of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.

If you go What: 6th Annual Spring K Classic 5K and 10K run When: March 19, 7:45 a.m. Registration at 6:30 a.m.

Where: Sweet Apple Elementary School, 12025 Etris Rd, Roswell, Ga. More Info: www.roswellkiwanis.org

Under its service leadership program, the club sponsors three Key Clubs and two Builders Clubs in the Roswell community, providing them with opportunities to perform community service and develop leadership skills.

The Kiwanians of Historic Roswell meet every Thursday at noon at The Mill Kitchen and Bar in Roswell. For more information, visit www.roswellkiwanis.org —Jonathan Copsey

Top row are: Lara Strydom, Anders Nelson, Michael Masi, Arteen Afshan, Kelly Lumpkin, Kevin Smith and Madison Boyd. third row: Suma Yellamraju, Skyler Robinson, Karthik Ramiswami, Coyvan Greer, Charles Boykin, Ceirra Burchfield, Rachel Young and Alex Atchison.

Second row: Sarah Stoffle, Irene Velez, Christina Nguyen, Nia Snow, Maddie Maddox and Josh Maddox.

Front row: Olivia Palmer, Nicole Vitale, Sarah Gwuzowski, Grace Palmer and Morgan Shields.

AHS theater, speech students shine in competition ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The Alpharetta Theatre Department competed at the Georgia Thespian conference recently where to Morgan Shields received straight superiors for solo musical.

Also congratulations to Kelly Lumpkin, Michael Masi, Morgan Shields, Josh Maddox, Lara Strydom, Eleven AHS actors received a superior rating for group musical in their rendition of 21 Guns from “American Idiot.”

They are Christina Nguyen, Alex

Atchison, Kathik Ramiswami, Sarah Gusowoski, Coyvan Greer, Grrace Palmer, Olivia Palmer, Nicole Vitale, Suma Yellamarju, Anders Nelson, and Irene Velez .

The Alpharetta Speech team competed at Emory’s Barkley Forum last with Karthik Rramiswami and Alex Atchison reaching quarter finals for Duo Acting.

Emma Svital reached quarter finals in Humorous Interpretation.

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Alpharetta International’s AHS names Teacher & Professional of the year Dalal wins spelling bee ALPHARETTA, Ga. -- Rohan Dalal received first place at the 2016 District 4 Systems Spell-Off for Private Schools Feb. 10.

Alpharetta International Academy was also represented by 5th grader, Manasa Premanand.

Both students are taught by upper elementary teacher, Uma Narayan.

“We were very proud to have these two students represent our school in the spell-off,” Narayan said. “Spelling is an important part of our language curriculum. We wish Rohan the best of luck in the next level of competition.”

The spell-off was held at Omni International School. There were 11 schools represented by 19 students in grades 4 through 8.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. – 2016 Teacher of the year Kendra Magill and Professional of the Year Saida Dzaferovic were honored at Alpharetta High School.

Alpharetta High School is filled with amazing individuals who make magic each and every day. The school takes a moment to honor two individuals and their special kind of magic.

Professional of the Year Saida Dzaferovic leads the AHS virtual lab and works closely with many students who need special attention to pass credit recovery classes.

Alpharetta High School 2016 Teacher of the year Kendra Magill, left, and ProNot only does she fessional of the Year Saida Dzaferovic are all smiles after being notified of the have a full schedule with honor. the lab, show opens it every day during both lunches, after school, and even Saturdays to support classes with fewer than 50 students to 10 classes and our students. She says she loves her students, her four teachers serving more than 250 students. job, and her school, and it shows.

Magill makes each lesson come alive and ignites a Teacher of the Year Kendra Magill coaches and love and appreciation for visual arts in those who enteaches six classes each day. She is the AP Art History ter her tiny room. She is passionate, knowledgeable, PLC leader and has grown the program from a couple and dedicated to her students, the arts, and AHS.

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“Into the Woods” cast members include, standing from left, Thomas Beazley, Virginia Rowlett, Max Hipp, Lauren Baxter, Felicia Agostini and, kneeling, Chelle Leary.

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Roswell High School presents spring musical “Into the Woods”

ALPHARETTA, Ga. - Put on your lab coats and goggles because it’s time to get scientific – the preschoolers at The Goddard School across 25 locations throughout Atlanta hosted a science fair on Feb. 25.

This event was designed to pique children’s natural curiosity in STEAM learning (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics).

Teaching children to collaborate, communicate, be creative and think

ROSWELL, Ga. — An ambivalent Cinderella? Little Red Riding Hood, the huntress? A Witch … who raps? They’re all among the cockeyed characters in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s fractured fairy tale that begins as a lively fantasy and becomes a moving lesson about community responsibility and the stories we tell our children.

Roswell High School will present “Into the Woods” April 14 - 17, in the school auditorium, 11595 King Road. This

critically, the science fair is an opportunity for Goddard School children to showcase their learning through projects and experiments while demonstrating The Goddard School’s unique F.L.EX. (Fun, Learning, Experience) Program in action.

From experiments that explore the reaction of carbon dioxide to the effects of oxidization, these kids are showcasing their knowledge on the scientific method.

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year’s production will combine the talents of the choral, theater and orchestra departments as well as members of the community.

Tickets are $12 and available online at RHSIntotheWoods.com. A special group rate is available for the opening and closing night shows.

Contact Elizabeth Williams, choral conductor for more information at williamsem@fultonschools.org or 470-2544500, ext. 44646.

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BT baseball wins 20-0 over Therrell, still undefeated McNamara and Glavine strike out 8 in 3 innings

By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Blessed Trinity didn’t have to do much and still won by 20 runs in a game against Therrell last Friday in Roswell that was ended in the third inning by the mercy rule. With the win, BT remains undefeated at 8-0 and improves to 2-0 in Region 4-AAA. Therrell committed four errors, all of which led to runs scored, and juniors Patrick McNamara and Peyton Glavine struck out eight of the nine batters they faced in the win. The game ended after the top of the third inning. The GHSA bylaws state, “A game will end anytime that a team is 15 or more runs behind and has completed three or more turns at bat.”

McNamara got the start for the Titans and struck out the side to open the game.

Therrell’s Braden Smith got the start for the Panthers, but would only pitch a third of an inning.

After BT’s David Dunn popped out, Therrell’s Smith walked three and hit two of the next five batters. In the process, two passed balls allowed BT runners to advance and score five runs before they had even recorded their first hit of the game.

Therrell made a pitching change, yanking Smith for Ronaldo Shepard, but the results weren’t any better.

Colin Dore was hit by Shephard’s first pitch.

With two outs, the Titans were able to score nine

more runs though Therrell had plenty of chances to get out of the inning.

A ground ball to their first baseman would bounce off his glove, scoring one. With two runners on base, CJ Abrams hit BT’s CJ Abrams hit an insidean inside-thethe-park home run and was 2-2 park home run, with 4 RBIs in BT’s 20-0 win over followed by Therrell. three straight extra-base hits to extend the Titans’ lead to 14-0 after just the first inning.

BT’s McNamara struck out two more batters in the top of the second, giving him five strikeouts for six batters faced. McNamara has allowed just one hit in seven innings on the mound so far this season.

BT would extend their lead to 20-0 in the bottom of the second with six hits. Glavine took over pitching duties in the top of the third and made quick work of Therrell’s side, striking out the side on 11 pitches.

Steele Chambers and Jake Lundkovsky had four RBIs for the Titans, with Garrett Dupuis adding three.

None of the Titans batted under .500.

BT will face eight straight region opponents over the next week and a half as they seek their fifth consecutive region title.

Weekend scores: Baseball North Cobb Christian 0, St. Francis 2 Fellowship Christian 2, Mount Paran 4 Christian Heritage 1, King’s Ridge 7 Pinecrest Academy 7, Mount Zion 8 Therell 0, Blessed Trinity 20 Walker 5, Mount Pisgah 8 North Forsyth 2, Johns Creek 4 West Forsyth 11, Centennial 0 South Forsyth 0, Alpharetta 7 Chattahoochee 3, Northview 11 Cambridge 16, Riverwood 4 Boys soccer Cambridge 8, River Ridge 0 West Forsyth 1, Cherokee 0 Girls soccer Decatur 0, Blessed Trinity 0 Milton 1, Walton 2 Alpharetta 0, Lambert 6 Johns Creek 3, North Forsyth 0 Boys Lacrosse South Forsyth 12, Collins Hill 11 Alpharetta 10, Northview 8 Buford 14, Pinecrest Academy 7 Lambert, 12 Johns Creek 11 North Forsyth 4, Chattahoochee 16 Walton 10, Milton 9 Girls lacrosse Centennial 19, Mann 11 Norcross 1, Centennial 24

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King’s Ridge downs Mt. Pisgah in region matchup Tigers off to 5-0 start in region play

By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga- In a matchup of two of the top teams in Region 6-A, King’s Ridge defeated Mt. Pisgah 5-3 last Thursday at Legion Field. King’s Ridge (8-1, 5-0), the two-time defending Class A state champions, received 5 RBIs from junior Trey Parker, and starter Frasor Ellard struck out seven for the Tigers. With the loss, Mt. Pisgah fell to 3-2 in region play.

The Tigers’ Frasor Ellard started on the mound and opened the game with three strikeouts in the first inning.

The Tigers’ bats were also hot out of the gate, with King’s Ridge scoring three runs in the bottom of the first.

After Carter Buchanan walked, Michael Wein singled and a base hit bunt from Lawson Hill loaded the bases for Trey Parker. Parker sent a liner down the first base line which rolled to the rightfield corner, earning Parker a triple and three RBIs. After their quick start, however, the Tigers’ would strand four runners

third. Green would score three pitches later on a wild pitch from Ellard, cutting the Tigers’ lead to 5-2.

In the bottom of the sixth, Jacob Cendoya would take over pitching duties for the Patriots’ and would get two strikeouts advance the game to the top of the seventh and Mt. The Tigers’ Frasor Ellard had seven strikeouts and allowed one Pisgah’s last chance for a earned run against Mt. Pisgah comeback.

With a save opportuover the With a chance to continue building nity, the Tigers’ Will Janofsky took over next four their lead, Will Janofsky lined a shot up for Ellard in the top of the seventh. innings the middle, hitting Mt. Pisgah’s Bostic Janofsky struck out Mt. Pisgah’s hard in the stomach. Bostic was able Alden Pascucci to open the inning, Lawson Hill reached third against Mt. to gather the loose ball and make the but then gave up a triple to Garrett on a stand-up steal.

Pisgah’s throw to first in time to end the inning Brasher. Trevor Grapenthin was then starter and prevent more Tigers’ scoring, and hit by a Janofski pitch to give Pisgah Ryan Bostic. Bostic allowed five runs then grab a much-needed ice pack. runners on the corner with just one on eight hits with four strikeouts in five In the top of the sixth, Mt. Pisgah out. innings. would find the scoreboard on two errors A sacrifice fly from Spencer Shields In the bottom of the fifth, Trey from King’s Ridge. would score Brasher, but Jojo OdaParker got another extra-base hit with a On an attempted double-play, chowski would ground out to Michael double down the left field line. Hill and Tigers’ short stop Kyle Brnovich threw Wein to end the game.

Kyle Brnovich scored, extending the over Wein at second base, with the With the win, King’s Ridge tied Mt. Tigers’ lead to 5-0. John Byrnes then ball rolling all the way to the right field Paran at the top of the Region 6-A singled, giving King’s Ridge runners at fence, allowing Pisgah’s Jacob Cendoya standings at 5-0 in region play. Mt. the corners with two outs. to score and Jacob Green to advance to Pisgah, at 3-2, is in fifth.

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GREATER NORTH FULTON CHAMBER:

Business Expo great day for commerce Dozens of businesses network, show off their wares for one great day

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Do you like good food, the chance to network with customers who live in your wheelhouse and hear the latest business news? Then you should have been at the annual Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce’s Business Expo March 11 at the Alpharetta Marriott.

With a “Star Wars” theme of “Let the Force be with You,” more than 100 exhibitors were selling their wares, and yes, some were also buying.

“The expo is just about our most popular event. You meet all kinds of local businesses, and the leads that are found there are like gold,” said GNFCC President Brandon Beach.

“It’s a sellout every year because the business that gets done is just fantastic.”

Some businesspeople say they come because they cannot afford to miss it.

“Hey, if you’re not here, you don’t know what you might have missed.

And if folks notice you’re not here, they go, ‘Hmmm, what’s wrong with them, they’re not here.’ So, yeah, I want to be here, and I make sure everybody knows I’m here,” said one booth respondent who did not want to be identified.

Seminars offer top tips on new ideas and, for some, it’s a chance to see what the competition is pushing.

“It is a fun, friendly event. People like to talk about what they do, so everyone is in a good mood. And it’s a break from the usual routine,” Beach said. “It’s a real event and people look forward to it.”

Steve Neese with Appen Media Group said the expo is a great opportunity to get outside the box.

“You meet a lot of new people, get exposed to a lot of new businesses.

Of course it’s a great opportunity to sell also, but often it is getting contacts who can steer you to places you haven’t thought of. I wouldn’t miss it,” Neese said.

If you didn’t make the scene this year, then count on making it next year. Beach says plans are already in the works.

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Naturally the Greater North Fulton Chamber members put their best faces forward with Helen Bausano, from left, Deborah Lanham and Tosha Marks.

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What is an expo without a little networking? Sharde Nickles, Horace S. Brown and Corey Moore exchange cards.

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Alli Neal, left, of Revved Up Kids says hello to Renasant Bank’s Maria Ladikos.

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Everyone remembered the Qsource Networks booth. It was even better than the Wookiee.

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Pisgah preschool introduces STEAM learning JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – North Fulton’s future scientists, artists, inventors and scholars don’t have to wait until high school to begin making exciting discoveries. It has introduced a new preschool STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts Math) lab that has opened at Mount Pisgah Christian School.

On the very first day, children couldn’t wait to get their hands on the interactive learning tools available in the bright and inviting space.

The STEAM lab is designed for project-based exploration of the interactions of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics.

These may seem to be lofty subjects for such young students but the preschool years are a prime time for instruction in critical thinking, problem-solving and collaboration.

Inside the engaging STEAM lab, telescopes and talking globes encourage hands-on play and learning. Students are eager to collaborate on projects and make new discoveries about the world around them. Interactive SMART Boards

and iPads are used to teach math, science and literacy lessons with games that keep the children engaged and prompt them to get up and move, even dance.

“The children love learning about the habitats and how to care for our live animals including fish, birds, hermit crabs and frogs,” said teacher Nicole Celmer.

“They love to put on their lab coats and eye protection to take part in fascinating experiments using our new science lab table. The lab is also attached to a garden where the children love to learn about plants.”

The STEAM lab is an integral part of the Mount Pisgah Preschool Full Day curriculum and work is underway to add a similar facility to the Preschool Half Day program.

Mount Pisgah Christian School is located in North Atlanta and serves children ages 6 weeks to 12th grade. The School’s mission is to provide an outstanding college-preparatory education grounded in Christian faith and values. For information, visit www. experiencepisgah.org or call 678Preschool student Leighton Reams takes a hard look at the new STEAM lab as father 336-3443.

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‘Sew many quilts, sew little time’ Quilt show delights at Bulloch Hall

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Quilters and fans of quilts alike nearly unraveled at the sight of 200-plus quilts at the 35th annual Bulloch Hall Quilt Show.

The show, hosted by the Bulloch Hall Quilt Guild March 4-13, was unique, according to one of the cochairs, Sharyl Hess Dawes.

“A lot of quilt shows are like contests,” Dawes said. “People go in to be judged on their skill and they get a review sheet back telling you did this wrong, or improve that. We’re the opposite. We encouraged everyone to enter.

We even have a children’s show. Ours is more educational and taking it to the next generation.”

History was on full display in the show, from quilts started in the 1800s to the show’s setting in historic Bulloch Hall.

“The venue attracts people,” Dawes said. “It’s a more historic setting. It’s a twofer in that you get to see the house and the quilts.”

Quilters were encouraged to attach stories to their quilts, which is how spectators knew they were viewing a few quilts started by family members and recently finished by relatives who quilt.

Visitors voted on a Viewer’s Choice Award quilt, and the BHQG chose a

Some quilters got crafty, like with this quilt that has “scratches” from the cat.

This quilt shows a mosaic of a woman’s face, shown in the photo to the right of the quilt.

Guild Choice Award winner, too. This year’s Guild Choice winner was titled “Star Crazy” by Dianne Cannestra.

“I hand pieced six pointed stars from the ‘Fussy Friday’ star kit from Temecula Quilting Co.” Cannestra wrote in the show’s program. “I almost went crazy hand piecing so many stars, thus the quilt name.”

Various special exhibits were set up throughout the show, including one by author Dianne Knotts, a children’s segment and a challenge quilt portion.

Quilters were given a button and a piece of fabric, called a fat quarter, and had to make quilts out of what they were given.

This type of quilting, plus certain fabrics with designs like typeface, will show what period of time the quilts were made in, according to Dawes.

“You can judge the age of a quilt by the fabric. When we make quilts for our kids they think it’s an old-fashioned thing, so we try to make them more modern,” Dawes said. “This is the first year with a children’s section, so we are

trying to teach and encourage the next generation.”

For information on the BHQG, visit bhqg.org.

This quilt, started in 1884, was only recently finished.

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Most of the students had to compete at the regional conference in January in order to advance and compete at the state level. FBLA is the largest national organization for high school students who are interested in business and computer science. Over 26,000 high school students in Georgia are members of the organization. Some of the first-place winners at Alpharetta High School included: Anita Ramanathan — Business Financial Plan

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Students learn about enviro nment at N.F. water facility 18,000 students passed through its doors learning importance of clean drinking water

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@northfulton.com

ROSWELL, Ga. – Thousands of people drive by the Johns Creek Environmental Campus, most of them clueless that it is where all of the Johns Creek Basin’s sewage is treated every day.

Even fewer know it is also the home of Dr. Robert E. Fulton Environmental Education Center through which almost 18,000 Fulton County Schools students have learned about the importance of clean water to the environment.

The environmental campus sits on a 100-acre site on Holcomb Bridge Road, though the facility takes up less than 10 acres. Inside the facility are classrooms for the education center that attracts busloads of students ages 8 to 18 to learn about the relationships that go into creating a clean water system that returns water drawn from the Chattahoochee River cleaner than when it was withdrawn.

Handling the educational arm of the facility are the two program managers, Debra Ewing and Cheryl McClellan.

It is their job to teach students how water is drawn from the river, circulates through the community to carry away its waste, then treated through stateof-the-art microfiltration and returned to the river or used for irrigation.

And the programs Ewing and McClellan teach must be on a level to appeal to 60 elementary students one day and four dozen teenagers the next.

“What we do in simplest terms is teach the students how drinking water and waste water is withdrawn from the river, then cleaned and returned to the river at a higher quality than when it came out,” Ewing said. “We also tell the students how and why we must protect the river.”

The water that comes through the facility – it is built to handle 15 million gallons a day – needs plenty of tender loving care as it wends its way back to the Chattahoochee.

“So we teach the children about FROG. That stands for fats, rags, oils and grease. Those things should never go into the toilet because they can clog the system,” Ewing said.

Rags are those disposable wipes that the manufacturers like to say can be flushed down the toilet.

They can, but the problem is they don’t dissolve in the water the way toilet paper does.

The campus has water-filled beakers filled with samples of “disposable” rags that have sat for five years and are still in one piece. Meanwhile a similar beaker contains day-old toilet paper that shreds at the touch of a wand.

“It demonstrates how those rags, grease and all of the FROG items can eventually clog the system, while simple toilet paper does not. It is important the public respects this and keeps those items out of the toilet,” she said.

Students who come in get a handson experience at the plant. First an age-appropriate video introduces the campus and explains the science behind micro-organisms and the membrane technology that scrubs the water clean.

An Enviroscape model town traces the path of water from the river through the community to treatment and back to the river again.

“The younger HATCHER HURD/HERALD Johns Creek Environmental Campus education program man- ones really like agers Debra Ewing, left, and Cheryl McClellan stand in front to see where the poop goes,” of the monthly schedule of student tours. Scarcely a day is Ewing said. open.

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Mountain Park Elementary School students are all ears at their introduction to touring the Johns Creek Environmental Campus which is both a learning experience and a water reclamation facility capable of treating up to 15 million gallons of sewage a day.

There is a tour of the plant and then the students put on white lab coats and goggles to become a “lab tech for a day.”

“It’s all about gaining an understanding and an appreciation for the process involved in keeping water sources clean,” Ewing said.

McClain says they call it, “Making a splash with outreach.”

The payoff for the staff comes when they see understanding dawn on young faces.

“They realize they are part of the ecosystem, too, and what they do can make a difference,” McClellan said.

A group of 60 third-graders from Mountain Park Elementary School came to visit the campus March 9.

Katha Stewart, Fulton Board of Education District 1 member, lives just down the street from the school and decided she would make the tour also.

“As a parent, a PTA member and now a school board member, I thought I should see it for myself. It is important students and adults understand the importance of having clean water,” Stewart said.

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Nationally recognized STEM program coming to Fulton County FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Camp Invention, a summer enrichment day camp program, supported by the United States Patent and Trademark Office and a product of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, is coming to the following locations: • State Bridge Crossing Elementary School: June 6-10 • Amana Academy: June 13-17 • Ocee Elementary School: June 1317 For students entering grades one through six, Camp Invention is a

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Program participants do not realize they are learning and developing new skills as they build prototypes, take things apart, explore different types of technology and so much more. Local

CITY OF ALPHARETTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The following item will be heard at a public hearing held by the City Council on Monday, March 28, 2016 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia. a. PH-16-03 Norcross Street Right of Way Abandonment (City Council Only) Consideration of abandonment of a portion of the Norcross Street Right of Way. The portion of Norcross Street is located within Land Lot 1269, 2nd District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia Note: Georgia law requires that all parties who have made campaign contributions to the Mayor or to a Council Member in excess of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) within the past two (2) years must complete a campaign contribution report with the Community Development Department. The complete text of the Georgia law and a disclosure form are available in the office of the City Clerk, 2 Park Plaza.

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PLACE City Hall Two Park Plaza Council Chambers March 17, 2016 3:00 P.M.

PLACE City Hall Two Park Plaza Council Chambers March 17, 2016 3:00 P.M.

PURPOSE Consumption on Premises Liquor, Beer & Wine Sunday Sales

PURPOSE Consumption on Premises Liquor, Beer & Wine Sunday Sales

APPLICANT MEW, LLC d/b/a Humble Pie Pizza Co. 869 North Main Street Alpharetta, Ga. 30009 Owner MEW, LLC Registered Agent Kristine Woodliff

APPLICANT Chow Baby Alpharetta, LLC d/b/a Chow Baby 58 Canton Street Alpharetta, Ga. 30009 Owner Chow Baby Alpharetta, LLC Registered Agent William Simms

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Northside Hospital to sponsor Relay for Life 2016 ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of North Fulton has announced Northside Hospital Cancer Institute is the presenting sponsor for its 2016 Relay to be held May 14th from 4 - 11 p.m., at Webb Bridge Middle School in Alpharetta.

“We are thrilled to have the support of Northside Hospital Cancer Institute again this year,” said Holly York, community manager, South Atlantic Division, for the American Cancer Society.

The hospital’s cancer center has committed $20,000 to the 2016 event, and roughly $50,000 over the past three years.

Old Milton Dental, which offers oral-cancer screening, is also a 2016 sponsor. Kroger offered support selling purple feet at its registers in February, and Red Oak Sanitation is on board again this year as well.

Retail partners that have sponsored give-back nights, donating a portion of their sales to Relay for Life of North Fulton on a given date, include Zaxby’s, Chipotle and Vino 100, with more to come.

“We are gearing up for a much larger event this year,” said Jean Mense, with North Fulton Event Leadership Team. “There are many different ways to participate, whether you are a corporate sponsor, a give-back partner, a group forming a team, or simply

someone that wants to attend Relay,” she said. “Now is the time though for our teams to be raising money, so that on May 14th we can celebrate together.”

North Fulton corporate and community teams gearing up for the fight against cancer this year include UPS, Georgia Power, Northside Hospital Cancer Institute, State Bank and United Community Bank; Dolvin, Lake Windward, State Bridge Crossing, New Prospect, Abbotts Hill and Creek View Elementary; Webb Bridge, River Trail, Autrey Mill, Taylor Road and Hopewell Middle Schools; St. Francis, Johns Creek, Cambridge, Centennial, Chattahoochee, Alpharetta and Milton High Schools; First United Methodist and Messiah Lutheran churches; Rotary Club of North Fulton; Delta Sigma Theta sorority; The Craft Dolan Team’s Team Audrey, and Team Clark.

Relay is an open event in which anyone is free to come and go. This year, it will kick-off at 4 p.m. with opening ceremonies, featuring guest speakers and entertainers. There will be a Survivors Dinner, to which all area cancer survivors and caregivers are invited. There will also be food, live music, games and activities for all ages, and Relay’s trademark Luminary Lap just after dusk.

Relay For Life is a community-based volunteer-driven event held annually in towns throughout the world.

Northside Hospital was Relay for Life of North Fulton’s 2015 presenting sponsor and they have agreed to sponsor again this year, donating another $20,000 to the cause.

Teams fundraise over several months in advance of their Relay by reaching out to friends and family for donations and by organizing mini fundraisers. On May 14th, the North Fulton teams will set up sites around the Webb Bridge Middle School track and take turns walking or running laps in memory of those they’ve lost to cancer and in honor of those currently

CITY OF ALPHARETTA PUBLIC NOTICE PH-16-AB-11 PLACE City Hall Two Park Plaza Council Chambers 2:00 P.M. PURPOSE Consumption on Premises Beer & Wine, Sunday Sales APPLICANT Gongtong Group, LLC d/b/a Green Lotus Thai Cuisine 875 North Main Street #301 Alpharetta, Ga. 30009 Owner Gongtong Group, LLC Registered Agent Boontarika Anamayatana

in a fight against the disease. The North Fulton Event Leadership Team is working to line-up a carnival atmosphere for additional fun, and food and beverages will be available for sale to benefit the Society.

Visit the Relay for Life of North Fulton website www.relayforlife.org/ northfultonga for more information, or to become involved contact Holly York at holly.york@cancer.org.

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MARTA: Continued from Page 8 real change in our regional transportation.

Further delays in actionable steps toward a plan will only guarantee an increase in real and opportunity costs as inflation and market prices adjust upward, and current or future businesses and residents assess whether or not Atlanta’s area traffic troubles are too much to bear.

For some further inspiration, here is a refresh on the petition to extend MARTA into North Fulton, having reached over 1,000 signatures over the last few weeks, with the potential to add thousands of other signatures if there is a fighting chance. https:// www.change.org/p/support-the-redline-to-north-fulton-it-s-about-time Thanks again to Mayor Wood for your continued support. Let’s keep the dialog going toward a transit plan that best represents a long-term, sustainable vision.

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For Home Buyers and Home Sellers...

Solving the Real Estate Puzzle The Kloster Group Consumer Academy for Real Estate

Part 2

FREE SEMINAR Date: Thursday, March 24 6:00 - 7:30pm Location: 7855 North Point Pkwy, Suite 100, Alpharetta

Spotlight on New Contruction and the Housing Market Important Information for Buyers & Sellers

What you can learn at the March 24th The Kloster Group Academy session:

FOR BUYERS

Important points to understand about new construction & the process of buying.

Buyers - new construction is on fire in our area, come learn how to buy it, get the best deal, and choose the right floor plan, elevation and lot

FOR SELLERS

How does new construction affect marketing my home?

Sellers - learn how to best position your property - with marketing & pricing your home to help you get the largest pool of buyers

RSVP: Allison Kloster at 404-784-5287 or

Refreshments Provided

Allison@theklostergroup.com by Mar. 18!

Allison & Peter Kloster

C: 404-784-5287 • O: 770-594-4900 • Allison@theklostergroup.com • www.TheKlosterGroup.com North Fulton Office • 7855 North Point Parkway, Suite 100 Alpharetta, GA 30022 • Equal Housing Opportunity