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Sales tax referendum Cities begin process to draw up project list ►►PAGE 6

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four individuals, in a local retail store’s parking lot. As a result of the stop, Alpharetta police seized two kilos of cocaine valued at $66,000, including methamphetamine, and over $5,600 in currency from drug proceeds. Arrested

were Fernando Perez Barrios, Jorge Luis Delgado Bermundez, Ricardo Romero and Roberto Mendoza-Estrada.

All four men were charged with multiple felony counts involving drug possession and trafficking.

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lated items. ►► Samuel Heredia, 24, of Breckenridge Close, Alpharetta, was arrested April 12 on Ga. 9 in Milton for possession of marijuana and no seat belt. ►► Keyra Wilson Johnson, 23, of Stone Mountain, was arrested March 23 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana and headlight violation. ►► Vincent John Fabrizio, 22, of Pine Island Court, Roswell, was arrested March 25 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana. ►► Shea Emily Buchner, 23, of Pine Island Court, Roswell, was arrested March 25 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana. ►► Ramon Estrada III, 22, of Brownsville, Texas, was arrested March 27 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana.

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Gables, Cumming, was arrested April 9 on Medlock Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI. ►► Li Y Sheng, 52, of Duluth, was arrested April 7 on State Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI and driving on the wrong side of the roadway. ►► Harlan S. Emery, 28, of Rome, was arrested April 17 on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI, failure to maintain lane, driving on the wrong side of the roadway, improper U-turn, brake-light violation and no insurance. ►► Ashley Kaye Henderson, 32, of Lyman, South Carolina, was arrested April 16 on Encore Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI. ►► Shakarian M. Battiste, 26, of Webb Bridge Court, Alpharetta, was arrested April 12 on South Main Street in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to exercise due care. ►► Ismael Carmona-Perez, 39, of Webb Bridge Court, Alpharetta, was arrested April 15 on Preston Ridge Road in Alpharetta for DUI, child endangerment, failure to maintain lane and no license. ►► Samantha Ann Almeida, 27, of Tuxford Drive, Alpharetta, was arrested April 16 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI, speeding, reckless driving and failure to maintain lane.

Borrough Green Way, Cumming, was arrested April 16 on Lakeview Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI, failure to maintain lane, and driving on the wrong side of the roadway. ►► Shannon Elizabeth Bepko, 22, of Hopewell Downs Drive, Milton, was arrested April 15 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI, possession of marijuana and driving with bright lights. ►► Stephen J. White, 30, of Brooklyn, was arrested April 14 on North Point Drive in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► James H. Challenger, 49, of Harlequin Court, Alpharetta, was arrested April 15 on Mansell Road in Alpharetta for DUI, open container, speeding and failure to maintain lane. ►► Kerry Michelle Connolly, 26, of Atlanta, was arrested April 7 on Hopewell Road in Milton for DUI, too fast for conditions, and failure to maintain lane. ►► Leslie Maddox Bassett, 39, of Mosspointe Drive, Roswell, was arrested March 26 on Riverside Road in Roswell for DUI.

DRUG arrests ►► Desmond Anthony Davis, 36,

of Atlanta, was arrested April 9 on Haydens Walk Court in Johns Creek for possession of a schedule I and schedule II controlled substance. ►► Paul Robert Dillon, 41, of Norcross, was arrested April 9 on Haydens Walk Court in Johns Creek for possession of a schedule I and schedule II controlled substance and possession of drug-re-

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Peeping Tom caught with zipper down ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A man was arrested April 5 at a local apartment complex after Alpharetta police were called in the late evening by a man complaining about a peeping Tom. The man who reported the incident

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What is glaucoma and how would I know if I have it?

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Cameron Johnson, MD. Cataract/Refractive Surgeon

Glaucoma is a disease that causes damage to the optic nerve, which is the nerve that connects the eye with the brain.

When enough damage has occurred, it results in loss of peripheral vision. If it becomes advanced it can even cause loss of central vision and blindness. In the most common types of glaucoma, the disease usually progresses slowly over many years. Risk factors for glaucoma include advancing age, African-American race, a family history of glaucoma, and increased pressure in the eye.

Many people think that eyes with glaucoma always have high pressure. This is not always the case. Some optic nerves are especially vulnerable to damage and can sustain damage even at normal pressure. This is call Normal Tension Glaucoma. There are other people who have elevated pressure in the eye, but have nerves that are resistant to damage, and do not develop glaucoma. These people are said to have Ocular Hypertension and need to be observed, but do not always need to be treated. Currently the only treatment for all of these conditions is to lower intraocular pressure, even if it is currently normal.

How does a person know if they have glaucoma? Glaucoma is often called “the sneak thief of sight,” because there are no symptoms in the early stages. By the time a person has noticeable symptoms, such as reduced peripheral vision, their optic nerve has already suffered significant damage. This damage cannot be reversed. The goal of glaucoma treatment is to prevent further damage and to stop the progression of vision loss. Because of this, it is important to have an exam with an eye care professional to look for signs of glaucoma. This is even more important for people in a high risk group such as anyone over 60, African-Americans over 40, or anyone having a family history of glaucoma.

Your eye doctor can determine if you at risk for glaucoma by doing a complete eye exam. During the exam if intraocular pressure is high or the optic nerve has changes consistent with glaucoma, then further specialized testing is needed. This may include a computerized peripheral vision test and use of an imaging device to detect optic nerve damage. Sometimes, your doctor may be able to diagnosis glaucoma after performing these initial tests. However, if the tests have borderline results, a patient may be diagnosed as a “glaucoma suspect,” meaning there is not enough evidence to start treatment, but it is important to continue monitoring closely.

Why is it important to detect glaucoma early? Because there are effective treatments such as eye drops or an outpatient laser procedure which can lower eye pressure and prevent glaucoma progression. Since glaucoma damage cannot be reversed, it is important to catch this disease in its early stages, in the hopes that with effective early treatment, patients may never reach the point where their vision is noticeably impaired.

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By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Mayors in Roswell and Alpharetta presented their proposed 2017 budgets Monday, each calling for close to $70 million in general fund spending while maintaining the current mill levy rate on property.

In Alpharetta, the proposed budget calls for $67.7 million in general fund operating expenditures, an increase of 3.8 percent over last year. The total budget of $113 million includes $12.2 million in capital projects.

Plans also call for maintaining the city’s $40,000 homestead exemption – among the highest in Fulton County – for resident homeowners. Finance Director Thomas Harris estimates the exemption saves local homeowners $2.5 million in property taxes annually.

The spending plan also calls for funding of a new 44,000-square-foot conference center through a partnership with North American Properties, developer of Avalon. The center will adjoin a new 325-room Marriott Autograph hotel being built by North American Properties.

If the budget is approved by the City Council, Alpharetta’s mill levy would remain at 5.75 for the ninth year in a row. The City Council will hold public hearings on the budget June 6, 13 (tentative) and 20.

Roswell has set times and dates for public hearings at City Hall on the proposed budget: First budget reading and millage rate hearing -- 7 p.m., May 9 Millage rate hearing – 6:30 p.m. May 16 Second budget reading and millage rate hearing – 7 p.m., May 23.

Also on Monday, Roswell Mayor Jere Wood presented his proposed 2017 budget.

The total budget calls for $124.6 million in spending through all funds.

The general fund budget stands at $70.2 million.

While the levy on property remains the same at 5.455 mills, the city expects values to increase, adding another $4 million to its collections. In all, property taxes will fund $24.9 million – about 35 percent – of the general fund budget.

Roswell’s 2017 budget funds six new employee positions which include four Enhanced 911 communication supervisors, one administrative specialist in probation and one support services division manager in public works. This would increase the number of full-time city employees from 604 to 610.

The budget also calls for a merit-based salary increase of 4 percent for

If the budget is approved by the City Council, Alpharetta’s mill levy would remain at 5.75 for the ninth year in a row. employees.

Additionally, the mayor suggests spending $14.2 million for capital projects, including $1.1 million to extend the boardwalk along the Chattahoochee, $1.2 million for trails and sidewalks, $1.4 million for a new firetruck and $895,000 for police radios, E911 equipment and citywide security.

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Cities begin plans for public input on road projects

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – North Fulton cities have begun assembling a slate of road and highway projects they want funded through a .75-cent sales tax if residents vote to approve it in a referendum this November.

The cities have until May 30 to agree on a list of regional and local projects, and some have already opened up the discussions for formal public comment.

Johns Creek has tentatively scheduled three public open houses in May for residents to weigh in on its list.

Details on the open house sessions were being finalized early this week and were not available at press time, but the city plans to post meeting times and locations on its website as soon as they are worked out. The preliminary proposals from Kimley-Horn consultants, which is coordinating the effort, include a partnership with Alpharetta to widen Haynes Bridge and McGinnis Ferry roads.

Alpharetta city leaders, including Mayor David Belle Isle, have said they don’t want to turn Haynes Bridge and McGinnis Ferry roads into major thor-

We have projects identified through the 2010 North Fulton Transportation Plan and are also considering impacts from current and planned development and future needs based on those infrastructure changes.”

SHARON KRAUN Sandy Springs spokeswoman

oughfares for additional traffic.

Alpharetta has scheduled a City Council workshop for 11:30 a.m. April 28 in the third-floor conference room at City Hall to discuss its list of potential road projects. Both the mayor and City Council have said there will be more public meetings scheduled so residents can help formulate a final list.

The list of potential projects for Sandy Springs has not been determined, said city spokeswoman Sharon Kraun.

“We have projects identified through the 2010 North Fulton Transportation Plan and are also considering impacts from current and planned development and future needs based on those infrastructure changes,” she said. “As the

city structures its list, the process will include open community engagement, which we believe is vital for a successful program.”

Roswell was scheduled to hold a Transportation Committee meeting this week to begin discussions on its list of proposed projects. Roswell Transportation Director Steve Acenbrak said he anticipates having the list completed in early May. Councilman Jerry Orlans, who sits on the Transportation Committee, said Monday that the city is poised to launch an online survey for residents and host public meetings to gauge sentiment for road projects. Once the committee studies the Kimley-Horn proposal in depth, the city will announce

TSPLOST timeline May 30 – Fulton County cities, with the exception of Atlanta, must submit project lists to Fulton County, which is coordinating the effort.

June 15 – Fulton County prepares and sends back to the cities an aggregate list of county transportation projects to be funded by the .75-cent sales tax during its five-year run.

June 30 – Cities return to Fulton County a final list of projects approved by each of the city councils. The county then submits the project list to the election superintendent for placement on the Nov. 8 ballot. avenues for public input, he said.

At stake is from $500-$600 million in transportation dollars the county’s 14 cities – excluding Atlanta – anticipate will be generated to pay for road projects over the five-year term of the sales tax. The 2016 Legislature allowed Atlanta to consider its own transportation sales tax, which would likely include some allocation for MARTA.

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Academy Street What is wrong with me? tried everyshooting leaves 1 dead I’ve thing...nothing works.

No suspects in midmorning killing; 2 acquaintances of victim arrested

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A 21-year-old man was found shot to death in his townhouse on Academy Street in Alpharetta around 9:50 a.m. April 21 by Alpharetta police answering a 911 dispatch call about possible MEDLOCK gunshots fired.

At The Preserve on Academy, a townhouse community on Academy Street, police were directed to house No.111.

Inside, police found the dead man, identified as Kadarius Medlock, 21.

Initially, there were few details, other than the call reporting what sounded like gunshots on the property.

Two officers got to the scene and secured the entrances with yellow crime scene tape.

“They were dispatched on a ‘trouble unknown’ call. So once they got there, they followed procedure. They secured the scene and called for detectives to come to the scene and it was they who discovered the body,” said Police Capt.

George Gordon.

Neighbors on the scene said they never really saw the man who lived in the No. 111 townhouse at The Preserve on Academy, but they did recall seeing expensive cars parked outside, often with people inside talking.

“There was a white Mercedes, a gray Mercedes and a blue Cadillac you would see outside [No. 111],” said one resident, who asked not to be identified.

Three other neighbors agreed these cars and perhaps others would be parked outside the townhouse.

“You couldn’t tell much about who was inside because the windows were tinted,” one said.

Police did find a man and a woman at the scene who said they knew Medlock and agreed to meet with officers that evening at the Alpharetta Police headquarters to talk with officers.

However, as detectives were talking with the couple in the police parking lot, a K-9 drug dog alerted on the wit-

I’m frustrated but don’t know what to do.

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No. 111 at the Preserve at Academy townhouse community was the scene of a fatal shooting Thursday, April 21.

nesses’ car.

At that point, both individuals were advised that the detectives would lawfully search their vehicle. When one of the detectives held out his hand for the car keys, the man slapped his hand away saying, “No, you’re not.”

The woman also allegedly became belligerent and both were arrested and charged with obstruction of officers and their attempt to search the vehicle.

Both were taken into custody.

Gordon said there was only some suspected marijuana residue found in the ashtray of the car. So the only charges against the couple are for obstruction.

Gordon said the man and woman are not suspects in the shooting.

One neighbor who was trying to enter the property the day of the shooting to go home gave his name as Curtis. He said he was shocked to find there had been a shooting.

“Everybody [living] here is super nice – real sweet,” Curtis said.

He said there were about 20 homes in the community.

“It makes you feel bad for something like this to happen to anyone. It’s scary to have something like this happen close to home. I have a family,” he said.

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FOOD TRUCKS ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY

What: Alpharetta’s Food Truck Alley on Thursday evenings offers a variety of six to eight rotating area food trucks along Old Roswell Street in the Historic District.

When: Thursday, May 5, 5-9 p.m.

Where: Old Roswell Street in the Alpharetta’s historic district More info: awesomealpharetta.com

JOHNS CREEK FOOD TRUCKS

What: Johns Creek’s Food Truck Fridays return to Technology Park, sponsored by the Johns Creek Convention and Visitors Bureau.

When: Friday, May 6, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Technology Park, 35 Technology Drive, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekadvantage.org

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When: May 5-7, times vary Where: Milton High School, 13025 Birmingham Highway, Milton More info: miltontheatrecompany.com

AUTREY MILL MIDDLE SCHOOL STAGES WESTERN SPOOF

What: The Autrey Mill Middle School Drama department will present “Wagon Wheels A-Rollin,” a classic family Western.

When: April 29-30, 7 p.m.

Where: AMMS, 4110 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: 470-254-7622

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MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER:

What: The Atlanta Figure Skating Club’s spring ice show, “Frosted Fantasies & Fairytales,” will feature ice dance medalists Kim Navarro, Brent Bommentre and Tim Dolensky.

When: April 29-May 1, times vary Where: The Cooler, 10800 Davis Drive, Alpharetta More info: Atlantafsc.org

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HIDE & SEEK ART EVENT AND RESOURCE FAIR

What: Jacob’s Ladder School is partnering with Roswell Recreation and Parks for the fourth annual Hide & Seek Art event and Resource Fair.

When: Saturday, April 30, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Roswell Visual Arts Center, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

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NORTH GEORGIA CHAMBER SYMPHONY

What: The North Georgia Chamber Symphony will perform a spring concert.

When: Sunday, May 1, 4 p.m.

Where: First Presbyterian Church, 800 South Enota Drive NE, Gainesville More info: northgeorgiachambersymphony.org

MILTON PRESENTS ‘CIRQUE KUCABANGA’

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Try some biking at Blankets Creek These warmer days we’re having now are like voices that say “do something outside,” and one thing that I’m coming to enjoy more and more is biking.

I’ve always enSTEVE HUDSON joyed riding bikes.

Get Outside Georgia, Back when I was a Chattahoochee Media Group kid (that is, back in what one of my kids once described as “the previous millennium”), my bike carried me to grand adventures all over the neighborhood. I remember that it was red and rickety and sometimes made painful creaking sounds when I tried to pedal. But it worked.

Bikes have come a long way since then. I can say that with certainty because, not too long ago, my wife surprised me with a new bicycle as a gift!

This new bike of mine is what I believe is called a “hybrid.” It’s designed to work on paved bike trails, of course, but it has also been engineered to work on dirt trails, too.

Dirt trails? Hmmm. Sounds rough and rugged, and that was cause for concern. Why? Because the trouble with a new bike is kind of like the trouble with a new car. It’s new.

Because it’s new, you don’t want to do anything that might put a scratch on it. For that reason, for a long time, I would only take my new bike on nice, wide, paved trails like the Big Creek Greenway.

I confess that I’m not an expert mountain biker – far from it. Thus, paved trails became my routes of choice. But even as I rolled smoothly along those ribbons of concrete, I knew deep down that what my bike really wanted was an adventure on an unpaved mountain bike trail … and that brings us at last to the focus of this week’s column: the mountain bike trails at Blankets Creek.

Blankets Creek Mountain Bike Trails, located on the south side of Sixes Road just west of I-575, has been developed on Corps of Engineers land by the Woodstock chapter of the Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association. These trails are an incredible recreational resource, and the story of how they came to be is told in detail on the organization’s website (sorbawoodstock.org).

The Blankets Creek off-road bicycle trail system is extremely popular with riders throughout the area, and it features no fewer than seven different trails designed for riders of different skill levels.

What are these trails like?

Like many beginning riders, including families with kids, my bike and I spend our time on the beginner routes.

You’ll often see families with young kids riding the beginner routes without any problems at all, and if they can do then you (and I) can do it, too.

The beginner trails include the Mosquito Flats trail, a mile-long trail which carries alongside Blankets Creek and through nearby woods. It’s pretty much flat, as you’d expect from its name, though for added interest there are a few easy bridges plus one little 3- to 4-foot hill to ascend or descend. This is a great trail to explore with your kids (always with helmets, of course).

Other beginner trails include the Mosquito Flats Extension (a half-mile trail that’s just a little more technical and includes some tighter turns) plus Mosquito Bite, an even more challenging 0.7-mile-long beginner’s route that lets you gain skill handling more challenging trail conditions.

For intermediate riders, there’s the Dwelling Loop, a 4.2-mile-long route for riders who have mastered the basics. Later, as your skills move into the advanced category, you may want to try the 4.2-mile South Loop, or the 3.9-mile Van Michael Trail. These require advanced technical riding skills.

Finally, on the “hard” end of the difficulty spectrum is an intense experts-only quarter-mile route known as the Quehl Holler Trail. It’s all seriously downhill and is, according to the SORBA website, a trail where “[s] peed, flow, and air time rule the day.”

The website recommends “full-face helmets and armor for those who plan to wring out the best from this trail.”

This one really is for true experts only.

It’s probably safe to say that my bike and I will experience that particular trail only as spectators.

So if you, too, find that your bike whispers “Let’s have an adventure!” every time you walk by it in the garage, check out the Blankets Creek trails. There is plenty of parking, picnic tables and even a restroom facility.

There’s also a donation box where you can chip in a few dollars to help make sure these trails are available for all to enjoy for years to come.

See you on the trail.

Steve Hudson’s new book “PROSPECTING FOR GEORGIA GOLD” will help get started on a treasure hunting adventure of your own. Check it out in local outfitters or on Amazon, or order an autographed copy at www.chattahoocheemedia.com.

OPINION

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Age is just a number ... still debating From the time we are born to the time we pass away, our age is a constant source of conversation. Our society is obsessed with it.

As babies grow, their moms proudly KATHLEEN STURGEON report how many Editor kathleen@appenmediagroup.com months old they are. When we die, one of the first questions asked is, “How old were they?”

When we’re young, birthday parties are exciting because it’s a thrill to get a year older. But, as the years fly by, many people become hesitant to disclose how old they are.

Let me just say I love being the age I am. I love being a millennial, 20-something, young professional. I’m sure many others around my age feel the same way.

Granted, this can be a bittersweet time in our lives because we are often confused and unsure of ourselves. But, by the same token, it’s a wonderful time, too. We no longer have all the restrictions we had prior to turning 18, and many of us also tend not to have a host of responsibilities holding us back yet.

So I embrace my youth. I’ve been told that I should enjoy “not being jaded” because, once I’m older, I will be weary and tired of the world around me. Honestly, I find that just sad. I hope I never lose my curious nature and happy-go-lucky attitude.

But I’m also not dumb. I know that, just as I am appreciated for having a youthful spirit, I am also looked down on for how few years I’ve been in the workplace. I was at a job-related event the other day where one person somewhat demeaned another simply because he was in his 20s. Maybe it’s

my age or naivety showing, but I was a little shocked. How dare this person belittle the other just because he’s young.

I try not to play the “age card” and say people act, talk or think of me a certain way simply because I’m a fledgling.

But, in reality, that’s exactly what many are doing. I’ll be interviewing someone and they’ll think I’m an intern.

I’ve tried to explain my point in a conversation only to be shut down because the other person thinks I’m inexperienced. I’ve been cut off in lines at stores because shoppers think they can stomp all over “some kid.”

Once you get right down to it, age is just a number. You have no more control over being young than you do being old. Just as we often think of ageism as something that only the elderly unfairly face, people on the opposite end of the spectrum also have to deal with unjust age-based discrimination.

In defense of any other millennials similarly maligned, let me say there are so many benefits to bringing a young mind to any conversation. We are excited, ready to go, hopeful and optimistic. We are ready to think of things differently and start something new.

Don’t believe me? Just think of these people.

J.K. Rowling had the idea for Harry Potter at 25.

Steve Jobs was 21 when he and Steve Wozniak started Apple Computer.

Albert Einstein came to the attention of the scientific world at 26.

Nelly Bly made a solo trip around the world in less than 80 days at age 24. Mark Zuckerberg was a sophomore in college when he created Facebook.

And I became editor of the Forsyth Herald at 23.

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Council approves rezoning of 45 lots on Ebenezer Road

By ADAM DARBY news@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. – After more than six hours of debate and multiple attempts to reach a consensus, the Milton City Council allowed 63.57 acres of undeveloped land to be rezoned from agricultural, or AG-1, to Community Unit Plan, or CUP, for future homebuilding.

Located at 745 Ebenezer Road, the rezoning was approved under the condition of 45 total lots, down from the proposed 50 lots, with .707 units per acre.

Due to the recusal of Karen Thurman, the vote came to a 4-2 approval of the rezoning with Mayor Joe Lockwood and Burt Hewitt opposing.

Community Development Director Kathleen Field provided the initial details of the rezone proposal in hopes of maintaining AG-1 zoning. The proposal aimed to increase the maximum lot coverage from 20 percent to 50 percent for each individual lot.

However, the Planning Commission previously denied the proposal.

“The applicant has requested the above concurrent variance to increase the maximum lot coverage based on the fact that the lots are small in size,” she said. “Staff does not recommend the submitted site plan by the applicant and therefore recommends denial. The proposed (50)-lot single-family residential subdivision developed at a density of (0.79) units per acre is inconsistent with adjacent and nearby properties which are scattered single-family residences on large lots.”

Charlie Bostwick, a founding partner at Brightwater Homes, presented multiple ideas in support of CUP rezon-

Milton City Council approved the rezoning of 45 total lots on Ebenezer Road during its Monday, April 25 meeting.

ing.

“Only with the CUP plan can we create empty nester-targeted housing,” he said. “This is the only way we’ll preserve the real look and feel of Milton and every nature road needs to be protected. It’s the only way to protect the environmentally sensitive interiors of this precious site.”

A total of 40 public speakers voiced their comments concerning their approval or disapproval of the plan. The 15 supporters were vocal about housing flexibility and land preservation while the remaining 25, with a large portion consisting of citizens living on or adjacent to Ebenezer Road, stated that it was not economical or attractive and went against Milton’s values. A petition was cited on their account.

For full details on the zoning, visit http://bit.ly/1SpmJSg.

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Seven NF high schools among nation’s best North Fulton tops US Newsrankings of best in ‘16

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The 2016 ranking of 21,500 public high schools

by U.S. News & World Report includes most North Fulton high schools among the top performers when compared to their state and national peers.

Alpharetta, Chattahoochee, Johns Creek, Milton, Northview and Roswell high schools not only ranked among the top 20 in Georgia, but also in the top 500 in the U.S., according to the national publication’s 2016 list of best high schools in the country.

Cambridge High School, which has been open only five years, just missed placing among the top 500 schools, coming in at 549 nationally – up from 747 last year.

Alpharetta High School was the highest-ranked Fulton school on the 2016 list, ranked sixth best in the state and 248 in the nation. Closing out the top 20 list were Milton High School

(seventh), Chattahoochee High (ninth), Northview (11th), Johns Creek (12th) and Roswell (15th) With seven high schools among the top 500 nationally and top 20 in Georgia, Fulton Schools had more schools recognized than any other system in the state.

“What’s notable about our schools’ rankings is that none are magnet or theme schools with specialized admission processes, which is the case of many other schools on the national list,” said Kenneth Zeff, interim superintendent. “These high schools have attendance boundaries that reflect their unique communities and demonstrate the true value of our educational programs.”

Among the top five schools in Georgia, four are charter or magnet schools, with perennial top-placer Gwinnett School of Math, Science and Technology ranking No. 1.

U.S. News researched more than 21,500 public high schools across the nation, considering enrollment, diversity, participation in the free and reduced meals program as well as the results of state assessments, Advanced Placement and International Baccalau-

U.S. News and World Report Rankings for North Fulton High Schools SCHOOL

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Alpharetta

No. 6 (10)

No. 248 (286)

Milton

No. 7 (6)

No. 255 (187)

Chattahoochee

No. 9 (11)

No. 300 (328)

Northview

No. 11 (8)

No. 328 (236)

Johns Creek

No. 12 (9)

No. 374 (277)

Roswell

No. 15 (13)

No. 446 (364)

Cambridge

No. 17 (28)

No. 549 (749)

( ) indicates 2015 results reate tests. Rankings were based on 2014-15 school year data.

Schools were evaluated based on a three-pronged method that considered overall student performance on state-required tests, how well schools

prepare students for college through participation and performance on Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate exams, and how effectively schools educated their least-advantaged students.

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Harvest Dinner celebrates Azalea Festival Local chefs prepare feast to aid The Giving Kitchen, needy restaurant workers ROSWELL, Ga. – As part of the second annual Roswell Azalea Festival, a Harvest Dinner will be held by the Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market Saturday, April 30, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Historic Smith Plantation Home next door to City Hall.

Local chefs will present a delicious potluck-style dinner with live music and a silent auction. Tickets are $70 in advance and $75 at the door. Of the price, $40 goes to the charity The Giving Kitchen. This nonprofit organization provides crisis grants to metro Atlanta restaurant workers who are facing unanticipated hardships that may keep them from working.

Emergencies include illness, injury, natural disaster or death of a family member. Tickets may be purchased at the Roswell Visitors Center, 617 Atlanta Street, using VISA or MasterCard only. They may also be purchased over PayPal on the www.visitroswellga.com website. Click the banner at the top of the homepage or from www.roswellazaleafestival.com.

Receipts will be the entrance ticket from either paypal or the Visitors Center, so participants need to keep their receipts to show at the door.

The Visitors Center is open Monday through Friday 9 to 5, Saturday 10 to 4

If you go What: Azalea Festival Harvest Dinner, The Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market When: Saturday, April 30, 4 to 8 p.m.

Where: Historic Smith Plantation Home, 935 Alpharetta St. (on Roswell City Hall campus) WHAT: A Harvest Dinner prepared by the Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market.

More Info: $70 advance, $75 at the door. Tickets available at Roswell Visitors Center, 617 Atlanta St. $30 goes to The Giving Kitchen, for Atlanta restaurant workers and families in hardship

and Sunday noon to 3 p.m.

Parking for the dinner April 30 is at Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill Street. For information, visit www.roswellfam.com.

The Roswell Azalea Festival is a month-long event that pays tribute to the beauty of Roswell during the springtime and to the abundant azaleas, which are a heat and drought tolerant plant native to Georgia.

For a complete listing of events during the festival, visit www.roswellazaleafestival.com.

15 tons of trash removed at Sweep the Hooch NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The 2016 results are in for the sixth annual Sweep the Hooch, a one-day, multi-site cleanup event in the Chattahoochee River watershed. A record 15 plus tons of trash was removed by 532 volunteers who walked, waded and paddled at 40 cleanup sites spread over 70 river miles. The largest amount of trash was collected at the Tanyard, Peachtree and Proctor Creek, which are located in densely urban areas.

In 2011, Chattahoochee Riverkeeper, Upper Chattahoochee Chapter of Trout Unlimited and the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, a unit of the National Park Service, organized the inaugural Sweep the Hooch multi-site cleanup. Since then the event has grown to include more cleanup

sites over a larger area with more volunteers and partners. The amount of trash recovered in the 2016 Sweep the Hooch event far exceeded the amount ever collected before on any one day.

See the results of the six years below.

The crew is pleased that more volunteers and partner organizations have joined this annual cleanup event, but are concerned by the seemingly endless amount of trash that is collecting in our river, lakes and creeks. Tires, aluminum cans, plastic bags, flushable wipes and sports balls are the most common trash items recovered. CRK is calling on local and state leaders and enforcement officers, public works departments and residents to do more litter education and increase waste reduction and recycling efforts.

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Colonial is a critical piece of the nation’s infrastructure and our approach is long term.

TIM FELT, Colonial Pipeline President and CEO

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ALPHARETTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE:

Colonial Pipeline fuels eastern U.S. Alpharetta-based company puts safety first: $250M annually

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com

ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Colonial Pipeline President and CEO Tim Felt has an important job that affects the lives and livelihoods of 50 million people — residents throughout the Southeast and the Eastern Seaboard — but few know what that job is.

Felt came to the April 21 Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce’s Coffee and Commerce breakfast at the Crooked Creek Golf Club in Alpharetta to tell guests about Colonial Pipeline.

Quite simply, Colonial is responsible for 110 million gallons of fuel a day that flows from Houston to New York, bringing gasoline – regular and high test, jet fuel and heating oil. Colonial serves 74 percent of Atlanta residents and 45 percent of the eastern United States.

Technology makes it possible to send and track all forms of fuel through the same pipeline.

Colonial does not refine the fuel nor does it handle natural gas. It transports products across 13 states safely and efficiently while ensuring the safety of the communities Colonial serves and the environment.

It takes 18 days for 1 gallon of fuel to travel from Houston to New York.

“We manage 5,500 miles of pipeline, and we are heavily regulated by the

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Colonial Pipeline President and CEO Tim Felt addresses members of the Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce.

federal government – which is a good thing,” Felt said.

What? A CEO who does not complain about too much government regulation? Felt says the consequences of failure are not worth any savings skimping on safety might bring. Colonial welcomes federal oversight as a partnership in delivering fuel to the customers.

“The Gulf Coast produces 8.8 million barrels of fuel daily and Colonial

transports 2.6 million of those barrels.

For that transmission, Colonial gets 2.7 cents a gallon,” he said.

So it behooves Colonial to protect its investment and it will spend a quarterbillion dollars this year on safety and maintenance of its pipelines (see box).

It spent $250 million on safety and maintenance in 2015, and the company plans to spend even more in 2017.

“When it comes to safety, we exceed what is expected,” Felt said. “We try to learn and grow every day. We took a close look at what happened to BP off the Gulf Coast. There are a lot of similarities in the way we do business.

So we took another look at what can happen.”

The cost put into safety is well worth it to protect customers, the environment, multiple government bodies and the company’s own reputation for integrity, said Felt.

“If we had an incident, any money that was saved by skimping on safety would be gone immediately,” he said.

Safety in the eyes of Colonial is not only a moral requirement but simply good business as well.

That means weekly aerial inspections to see if there are any visible signs of effects on the flora above the pipelines or in the rivers under which pipelines travel. But that is only the beginning.

Electronic sensors give the company feedback on every mile of pipe.

Automated inspection protocols also measure the rate of flow and will warn of any leaks.

T:\ADS_2015\NFAYP In the event of any kind of failure

Colonial takes high road on safety How seriously does Colonial Pipeline take safety? See this Aug. 19, 2015, Herald story online at: http://tinyurl.com/gubogvt of the pipeline, the reaction would be a “company event.” Any or all of the 880 employees would be on call to respond and all personnel train regularly in dealing with those responses.

“We know what our responsibilities are. We move the energy that moves the country. Colonial is a critical piece of the nation’s infrastructure and our approach is long term,” Felt said.

Asked what the company does to counter the threat of domestic terrorism, Felt said the state of the world demands the company be as prepared as possible.

“We have to defend against cyberterror as well,” he said. “We have 5,500 miles of pipeline, but most of it is underground and only surfaces in a few areas. We are always working with Homeland Security to evaluate our level of security.”

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Encore Bridge sparks residential Making and boom on Westside Parkway keeping When Westside Parkway in Alpharetta was first built, the huge, four-lane road was my best-kept secret for avoiding traffic on Ga. 400 and North Point Parkway. Really, it still GEOFF SMITH is. But if anyone Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com was wondering why Alpharetta leaders pushed for the construction of such a large road so many years ago, today you can see why.

The area just west of Ga. 400 and between Haynes Bridge and Mansell roads first started seeing development around 10 years ago, just ahead of the 2008 opening of the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park. Several office buildings, including a biotech campus, as well as townhome communities surrounded the outdoor entertainment park. Development was hot then and there was talk about 20-plus-story office buildings and a donation of land for a future MARTA station. Then the economy broke and things stalled.

Now development in that area is popping once more.

Topgolf built its facility a couple years ago and is so crowded that I hear people are having problems finding parking when they go. (If you have never heard of Topgolf, it combines the social atmosphere of bowling with the sport of golf — great fun.) And on its heels were several townhome communities up and around Westside Parkway.

A spark for much of this new development could be the new Encore Parkway bridge under construction over Ga. 400. At first, it’s hard to wonder why anyone would get so excited about

commitments

Encore Bridge is being widened to include bike lanes, sidewalks, landscaping and a raised median. a bridge, but this bridge will do a lot for connectivity and aesthetics.

The bridge connects Westside and North Point parkways, yes. But what it really does is create a very beautiful (for a bridge) connection for drivers, bikers and walkers who can go from the Verizon theater to North Point Mall and the successful Big Creek Greenway.

The North Fulton Community Improvement District led the charge on this project. The old bridge has already been demolished and its replacement is scheduled to open this November.

The project will widen and beautify the bridge to include two bike lanes, sidewalks, landscaped buffers on each side and a landscaped median. It will be built to accommodate future Ga. 400 widening.

The project has attracted several new developments right at its westside entrance including townhomes and a mixed-use development. The two townhome developments include: The Overture at Encore: This is a John Wieland development that will include approximately 76 townhomes at the northeastern corner of Westside and Encore parkways.

Encore Walk: This will include 38 townhomes by Traton Homes. It will

be just east of the Overture at Encore, between it and Ga. 400.

Another very interesting development was approved last January by the city of Roswell. It is a couple miles down Westside Parkway off Old Roswell Road near Old Ellis Road. It sits almost within walking distance to the southern entrance of the Verizon theater and will be a pretty stunning, 344-unit townhome development centered around 19.7 acres of parks and green space. It’s being built by Edward Andrews and will be called Harlow. The website boasts Charleston-inspired architecture and heavy amenities that include a dog park, fire pit circle and community hall with a coffee bar, library and lounge.

Geoff Smith is a mortgage banker with Assurance Financial focusing on residential home loans for refinances and home purchases.

Geoff Smith gsmith@lendtheway.com 770-674-1433 Personal: NMLS#104587 Business: NMLS#70876 *The views and opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the views of Assurance Financial Group

When you make commitments to your customers, suppliers and employees, do you keep them?

How often have you made commitments knowing they would be tough to keep?

Making commitDICK JONES ments is essential Founder & President Jones Simply Sales to do business, but keeping commitments is critical to winning business and building long-term relationships.

To start with, never make a commitment that you know you’re not going to be able to achieve. It doesn’t matter how small or big the commitment.

What does matter is that you know you are going to be able to keep a commitment before even making one.

Commitments are promises to do something in a certain time frame. If you fail to keep a promise, it communicates to the other person that you don’t really value them. Make commitments that are clear, concise and have a specific date and time that you will adhere to, like, “I’ll get back to you at 9 a.m. on Friday morning.”

There are huge benefits to always following through and keeping your commitments. It not only establishes credibility, but also trust. Trust is essential to fostering long-term business relationships. The extent to which you keep your commitments has a direct correlation to the success you can achieve.

The foundation for both personal and business success is built on making and keeping commitments. Before making promises you know you can’t keep, think twice about the ramifications and credibility you will lose as a result.

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BUSINESSPOSTS

Forsyth businesses awarded for excellence

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The 2016 Excellence in Business Awards Gala was held April 21, recognizing a number of Forsyth County businesses for their accomplishments and contributions.

The event was hosted by the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce in an effort to support entrepreneurship in the community. This year’s gala saw 11 finalists and six winners of various awards.

“It was a great evening,” said Jason Mock with the chamber. “We had a nice turnout of businesses all across Forsyth County, not only because they were finalists, but also because they wanted to cheer on their friends and other businesses in the community.”

There were over 65 awards nominees which, after interviews and in-person visits to businesses, were narrowed down to 11 finalists and then six winners.

“We went out and saw each of the 11 businesses for a day,” Mock said.

“We got to meet those business owners and their staff and see some customers.

We were able to get a good feeling about

The winners are, from bottom left, Ace Hardware – Darin Workman, My Forsyth Magazine – Julie Brennan, Audio Video Excellence – Robert Lewis, Christian Brothers Automotive – Tom Burgess, top left, Hampton Inn – Freddy Burch and Thoroughbred Design Group – Peter Carpenter. what their business is doing not only in Forsyth County but for the community in stewardship.”

The finalists were: Atlanta Dog

Trainer Pet Resort, Atlanta Landscape Group, AV Excellence, Christian Brothers Automotive Cumming, Hampton Inn Cumming, My Forsyth Magazine, Regal

Maid Service, Sawnee School of Ballet, Ace Hardware Forsyth, The Joint Collection at Forsyth and Thoroughbred Design Group.

Awards were given to AV Excellence for Midsize Business of the Year, Christian Brothers Automotive Cumming for New Business of the Year, Ace Hardware Forsyth for Large Business of the Year, Hampton Inn Cumming for Spirit of Forsyth, Julie Brennan with My Forsyth Magazine won the Steve Bloom Award and Small Business of the Year went to Thoroughbred Design Group.

The Spirit of Forsyth award was new this year, according to Mock. After the committee that decides who wins visited Hampton Inn, they knew a special award had to be given to the hotel.

During the event, a video was shown about each finalist. Freddy Burch with the Hampton Inn Cumming said employees who work there are superb hospitality professionals.

“We knew we needed to have an award that really embraced Forsyth County and the fact they believe in their passion about this community and helping their guests have a great experience when they come to Forsyth County,” Mock said.

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Lee named one of 13 Georgia Super Lawyers

New CEO to lead Christian foster care agency

Atlanta Fine Homes’ Rawlings named Light The Night Walk chair

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — George E. Lee, of the Lee & Peynado Immigration Law Group, was selected as one of only 13 lawyers in the state of Georgia practicing in the field of immigration and nationality law to receive the honor of being placed on the 2016 Georgia Super Lawyers list.

The list recognizes no more LEE than 5 percent of attorneys in each state.

This is the third straight year Lee has been selected as a Super Lawyer.

The Lee & Peynado Immigration Law Group is located at 2520 Northwinds Parkway, Suite 450, in Alpharetta.

Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.

The annual selections are made using a patented multiphase process that includes a statewide survey of lawyers, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer reviews by practice area.

The Super Lawyers lists are published nationwide in Super Lawyers magazine.

For more information about Super Lawyers, visit SuperLawyers.com. For more on Lee & Peynado Immigration Law Group, call 404-892-8300 or visit www.leelawusa.com.

ALPHARETTA, Ga. – FaithBridge Foster Care Inc., a Christian child placement agency and nonprofit 501(c)(3) ministry based in metro Atlanta, announced the appointment of Bob J. Bruder-Mattson as its new president and CEO. Bruder-Mattson most recently served as president and CEO of The United Methodist Children’s Home in BRUDERDecatur.

MATTSON In 2014, he was appointed to the governor’s Child Welfare Reform Council by Gov. Nathan Deal, which was created to improve the state’s child welfare system and protect those brought under the umbrella of the Department of Family and Children’s Services.

FaithBridge, headquartered in Alpharetta, equips churches to engage through the Community of Care, which provides churches with a system to recruit, train and support families and volunteers who together increase foster family capacity and also provides Christian care coordinators who act as a liaison between the government and families.

To date, FaithBridge has served nearly 1,000 children, licensed over 400 foster and respite homes, recruited more than 2,500 volunteers and engaged approximately 100 churches in foster care ministry in metro Atlanta and south Georgia.

ATLANTA — Bill Rawlings, vice president and managing broker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty’s North Atlanta office, has been named corporate walk chair by the Georgia Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for its 2016 Atlanta Dan Reeves, left, former head Light The Night football coach of the Atlanta Walk. The walk is Falcons, is pictured with Bill LLS’s annual fund- Rawlings, 2016 corporate walk raising event. chair for Light The Night Walk Rawlings leads and vice president and manone of the top-10 aging broker of Atlanta Fine largest residential Homes Sotheby’s International real estate sales Realty’s North Atlanta Office. offices in Atlanta, specializing in luxury properties in Alpharetta, Roswell, Milton Cumming and Johns Creek. Prior to joining Light The Night as corporate chairman, he was a candidate in the 2015 Atlanta Man & Woman of the Year campaign, winning Man of the Year runner-up by raising over $134,000 for LLS in just 10 weeks.

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PAUL SIMON AT THE FOX

Twelve-time Grammy winner Paul Simon will be live in concert Tuesday, May 3, at 8 p.m. at the Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta.

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EVENTS: CHARITY ART, WINE AUCTION FOR MILTON FIRST RESPONDERS

What: A charity art and wine auction benefiting Milton First Responders (police, fire, paramedics) will include bourbon and barbecue tasting featuring Full Belly BBQ. When: Saturday, April 30, 5-10 p.m.

Where: Sedgwick Gallery, 61 Roswell St., Alpharetta Cost: $30 at the door More info: miltonfirstresponders.org

INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORE DAY

What: Bookmiser is celebrating Independent Bookstore Day with local artists, authors and bookbinders.

When: Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Where: Bookmiser, 4651 Sandy Plains Road, Roswell More info: indiebookstoreday.com

PEYTON’S PALS / CURESMA TENNIS TOURNAMENT

What: The Cure SMA Tennis Tournament, presented by Cure SMA and Peyton’s Pals, is a fundraiser to benefit spinal muscular atrophy research.

When: Saturday, April 30, 3 p.m.

Where: Atlanta Athletic Club, 1930 Bobby Jones Drive, Johns Creek More info: facebook.com/CureSMATennisTournament

WORLD TAI CHI & QIGONG DAY

What: Come participate in the annual worldwide World Tai Chi and Qigong Day celebration.

When: Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Where: The Plaza at Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta More info, 770-33-7688

FIESTA 5K/15K CHALLENGE

What: The 10th annual Fiesta 5K/15K Challenge will benefit the Emory ALS Center.

When: Saturday, April 30, 7:45 a.m.

Where: Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming More info: fiestarunga.com

FREE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS PHYSICALS

What: Free high school sports physicals will be offered at North Fulton Hospital

by Resurgens Orthopaedics, primary care and emergency medicine physicians. Athletes should bring physical forms with the history forms completed.

No appointment necessary.

When: Saturday, April 30, 8 a.m.-noon Where: North Fulton Hospital, 3000 Hospital Blvd., Roswell More info: www.wellstar.org

THE GARDEN FAIRE

What: North Fulton Master Gardeners present their annual Garden Faire rain or shine with pass-along-plants, gardening presentations, gardening vendors, food and beverages. Free entry open to the public with proceeds supporting North Fulton demonstration gardens.

Where: Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell When: Saturday, April 30, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

More info: nfmg.net

SHREDDING DAY AT NORTHMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN

What: Professional shredding trucks will be on hand to do away spare papers while raising funds for the youth members’ mission trip to Honduras.

When: Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Northminster Presbyterian Church, 2400 Old Alabama Road, Roswell More info: northminster-atl.org

YMCA’S 25TH ANNUAL HEALTHY KIDS DAY

What: The Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA will hold a free community event to inspire more kids to keep their minds and bodies active during the

25th annual YMCA Healthy Kids Day. When: Saturday, April 30, 1-4 p.m.

Where: Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA, 3655 Preston Ridge Road, Alpharetta More info: ymcaatlanta.org/ymca-locations/alpharetta

HARVEST DINNER FOODY EVENT

What: As part of the Second Annual Roswell Azalea Festival, a Harvest Dinner will feature local chefs presenting a potluck-style dinner using produce from the Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market, including live music and a silent auction to benefit The Giving Kitchen.

When: Saturday, April 30, 4-8 p.m.

Where: Smith Plantation Home, 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell Cost: $70 in advance, $75 at the door More info: visitroswellga.com or roswellazaleafestival.com

LOCAL AUTHOR AT ROSWELL VISITORS CENTER

What: The Roswell Visitors Center will host a book signing for local author Megan Wargula, featuring her new release “Riley Carson and The Cherokee Caves.”

When: Saturday, April 30, 1-4 p.m.

Where: Roswell Visitors Center, 617 Atlanta St., Roswell More info: 770-640-3253

CINCO DE MAYO CARNIVAL FIESTA

What: Cogburn Woods Elementary School presents their Cinco de Mayo carnival fiesta with carnival rides, entertainment, tacos, churros and petting zoo.

When: Sunday, May 1, 1-5 p.m.

Where: Cogburn Woods Elementary School, 13080 Cogburn Road, Alpharetta More info: 470-254-2845

DAR MEETING

What: The May meeting of the Patriots of Liberty of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.

When: Sunday, May 1, 2:15 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Place, Alpharetta More info: DAR.org.

DEMENTIA DYNAMICS SEMINAR

What: The Rotary Club of Roswell will sponsor a dementia seminar with information on facing the challenges of memory loss and dementia caregiving.

When: Sunday, May 1, 2-4 p.m., Where: St. David’s Episcopal Church, 1015 Old Roswell Road, Roswell More info: roswellrotary.club

CHINMAYA TEJ 5K WALKATHON

What: A 5K walkathon benefitting Chinmaya Organization for Rural Development.

When: Sunday, May 1, 8 a.m.

Where: Fowler Park Large Pavilion, Cumming More info: cordusa.org

CONTAINER GARDENING

What: Master Gardeners explain how to be successful with container gardening.

Where: Bill Johnson Community Activity Building in Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell, and the Alpharetta Engineering/Public Works Department, 1790 Hembree Road, Alpharetta When: Tuesday, May 3, in Roswell and Wednesday, May 4, in Alpharetta, 7-8:30 p.m.

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AGING SERVICES NETWORK MEETING

What: Dr. Scott Dunbar will discuss senior adult additions.

When: Thursday, May 5, 10-11:30 a.m.

Where: Phoenix at Roswell, 11725 Point Place, Roswell More info: 770-609-3161

SHEPHERD CENTER CO-FOUNDER TO ADDRESS ROTARY PRAYER BREAKFAST

What: The Rotary Club of North Fulton will welcome Alana Shepherd, cofounder of Atlanta’s The Shepherd Center, as the keynote speaker at its 15th Annual North Atlanta Interfaith Prayer Breakfast.

When: Thursday, May 5, 7:30 a.m.

Where: The Metropolitan Club, 5895 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta More info: NorthFultonRotary.org

COLLECTIBLE BOOK SALE AND PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT

What: The Sawnee Association of the Arts will have a sale of books and an exhibit of photographs belonging to the late Owen Jones. Work by SAA photographers will also be for sale.

When: Thursday, May 5, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Where: Sawnee Arts Center, 2202 Canton Highway, Cumming More info: www.SawneeArt.org

FARMERS MARKETS: ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET

What: The Alpharetta Farmers Market features fruits, vegetables, natural meats, fresh flowers and herbs, and a variety of home goods.

When: Saturdays through Oct. 29, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

ROSWELL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

What: The Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market offers fresh, local farm, ranch and artisan foods direct from producers, and much more.

When: Saturdays, 8 a.m. – noon Where: City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com

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FOOD TRUCKS ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY

What: Alpharetta’s Food Truck Alley on Thursday evenings offers a variety of six to eight rotating area food trucks along Old Roswell Street in the Historic District.

When: Thursday, May 5, 5-9 p.m.

Where: Old Roswell Street in the Alpharetta’s historic district More info: awesomealpharetta.com

JOHNS CREEK FOOD TRUCKS

What: Johns Creek’s Food Truck Fridays return to Technology Park, sponsored by the Johns Creek Convention and Visitors Bureau.

When: Friday, May 6, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Technology Park, 35 Technology Drive, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekadvantage.org

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: HIDE & SEEK ART EVENT AND RESOURCE FAIR

What: Jacob’s Ladder School is partnering with Roswell Recreation and Parks for the fourth annual Hide & Seek Art event and Resource Fair.

When: Saturday, April 30, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Roswell Visual Arts Center, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

CAMBRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL’S ‘SENSE AND SENSIBILITY’

What: Cambridge High School’s theater department will present a play based on Jane Austin’s classic novel, “Sense and Sensibility.”

When: Through Saturday, April 30, 7 p.m.

Where: Cambridge High School, 2845 Bethany Road, Milton More info: seatyourself.biz

‘MY FAIR LADY’ AT CUMMING PLAYHOUSE

What: The Cumming Playhouse will present the Tony Award-winning musical, “My Fair Lady.”

When: Through May 22, times vary Where: Cumming Playhouse, 101 School St., Cumming

NORTH GEORGIA CHAMBER SYMPHONY

What: The North Georgia Chamber Symphony will perform a spring concert.

When: Sunday, May 1, 4 p.m.

Where: First Presbyterian Church, 800 South Enota Drive NE, Gainesville More info: northgeorgiachambersymphony.org

MILTON PRESENTS ‘CIRQUE KUCABANGA’

What: Milton High School will present “Cirque Kucabanga,” exploring the free

and creative thoughts of two youngsters who travel through time and space.

When: May 5-7, times vary Where: Milton High School, 13025 Birmingham Highway, Milton More info: miltontheatrecompany.com

AUTREY MILL MIDDLE SCHOOL STAGES WESTERN SPOOF

What: The Autrey Mill Middle School Drama department will present “Wagon Wheels A-Rollin,” a classic family Western.

When: April 29-30, 7 p.m.

Where: AMMS, 4110 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: 470-254-7622

SPRING FIGURE SKATING ICE SHOW

What: The Atlanta Figure Skating Club’s spring ice show, “Frosted Fantasies & Fairytales,” will feature ice dance medalists Kim Navarro, Brent Bommentre and Tim Dolensky.

When: April 29-May 1, times vary Where: The Cooler, 10800 Davis Drive, Alpharetta More info: Atlantafsc.org

LIBRARY EVENTS: ‘THE LAST MONSTER’ AUTHOR TALKS WITH TEENS

What: Ginger Garrett, author of “The Last Monster,” will talk with middle- and high-school students about her new book at a special after-hours signing party.

When: Saturday, April 30, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Post Road Library, 5010 Post Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org.

OCEE’S WAND WORKSHOP

What: International Harry Potter Day. To celebrate the anniver sary of the Battle of Hogwarts, we will be opening a wand workshop where teens and tweens get to make their own magic wand. Ages 11-18.

When: Monday, May 2, 5 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: 770-360-8897

PET ADOPTIONS: $25 LIFELINE SHELTER ADOPTIONS

What: LifeLine Animal Project is offering a $25 promotion at all of its shelters, where dogs over 25 pounds and all cats are only $25.

When: Throughout April Where: All LifeLine shelters. The adoption includes the pet’s spay/neuter, microchip and vaccines – a $250 value at no cost.

More info: LifeLineAnimal.org

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What are these trails like?

These warmer Like many beginning riders, includdays we’re having ing families with kids, my bike and I now are like voices that say “do somespend our time on the beginner routes. thing outside,” and You’ll often see families with young one thing that I’m kids riding the beginner routes without coming to enjoy any problems at all, and if they can do more and more is then you (and I) can do it, too. biking.

The beginner trails include the I’ve always enMosquito Flats trail, a mile-long trail STEVE HUDSON joyed riding bikes. which carries alongside Blankets Get Outside Georgia, Back when I was a Creek and through nearby woods. It’s Chattahoochee Media Group kid (that is, back pretty much flat, as you’d expect from in what one of my kids once described its name, though for added interest as “the previous millennium”), my there are a few easy bridges plus one bike carried me to grand adventures little 3- to 4-foot hill to ascend or deall over the neighborhood. I remember scend. This is a great trail to explore that it was red and rickety and somewith your kids (always with helmets, times made painful creaking sounds of course). when I tried to pedal. But it worked.

Other beginner trails include the Bikes have come a long way since Mosquito Flats Extension (a half-mile then. I can say that with certainty trail that’s just a little more technical because, not too long ago, my wife sur- and includes some tighter turns) plus prised me with a new bicycle as a gift!

Mosquito Bite, an even more chalThis new bike of mine is what I lenging 0.7-mile-long beginner’s route believe is called a “hybrid.” It’s dethat lets you gain skill handling more signed to work on paved bike trails, challenging trail conditions. of course, but it has also been engiFor intermediate riders, there’s the neered to work on dirt trails, too.

Dwelling Loop, a 4.2-mile-long route Dirt trails? Hmmm. Sounds rough for riders who have mastered the and rugged, and that was cause for basics. Later, as your skills move into concern. Why? Because the trouthe advanced category, you may want ble with a new bike is kind of like to try the 4.2-mile South Loop, or the the trouble with a new car.

It’s new.

3.9-mile Van Michael Trail. These reVisit alpharettaDOS.onealpharetta.volunteerhub.com Because it’s new, you don’t want to do quire advanced technical riding skills. anything that might put a scratch on Finally, on the “hard” end of the for more information and to register. it. For that reason, for a long time, I difficulty spectrum is an intense exwould only take my bike on nice, perts-only quarter-mile EVENTS ANDnew VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ON APRILroute 30 known wide, paved trails like the Big Creek as the Quehl Holler Trail. It’s all Kick off at City Hall: 8:30 downhill am Greenway. seriously and is, according to I confess that I’m not an expert the SORBA website, a trail where “[s] mountain• biker – Weavers far fromof it.Georgia: Thus, 8:30 - peed, flow, and air time rule the day.”

Dream 11:30 am paved trails became my routes of The website recommends “full-face • Enable Project #1: 8:30 - 11:30 am choice. But even as I rolled smoothly helmets and armor for those who plan • Enable Project #2: 8:30 -I 11:30 am to wring out the best from this trail.” along those ribbons of concrete, knew deep that what my bike This one is for true experts only.

• down Join Forces and Support Our Troops: 8:30 amreally - 11 am really wanted anParkway adventure on 8:30 It’s safe to say that my bike • Oldwas Milton Cleanup: am -probably 11 am an unpaved mountain bike trail … and I will experience that particular Wills Park 8:30 am -trail 11 am and that •brings us atBeautifi last tocation: the focus only as spectators.

• Sandwich Making for Those in Need: 8:30 - 11too, am find that your bike of this week’s column: the mountain So ifam you, bike trails• at Creek. Trail Building:whispers “Let’s BigBlankets Creek Greenway 9 am - 11:30 am have an adventure!”

Blankets Creek Mountain Bike every time you walk by it in the ga• Great American Clean Up - Rock Mill Park: 9 am - 11:30 am Trails, located on the south side of rage, check out the Blankets Creek • Great American Cleanhas Up - Greater Alpharetta: - 11:30ofam Sixes Road just west of I-575, trails.

There9isamplenty parking, picbeen developed on Corps of Engineers nic tables and even a restroom facility. land by the Woodstock chapter of the There’s also a donation box where you Southern Off-Road Bicycle Assocican chip in a few dollars to help make ation. These trails are an incredible sure these trails are available for all to recreational resource, and the story of enjoy for years to come. how they came to be is told in detail See you on the trail. on the organization’s website (sorbawoodstock.org).

Steve Hudson’s new book “PROSThe Blankets Creek off-road biPECTING FOR GEORGIA GOLD” will cycle trail system is extremely popuhelp get started on a treasure hunting lar with riders throughout the area, adventure of your own. Check it out in For more info, email AlpharettaDOS@gmail.com and it features no fewer than seven local outfitters or on Amazon, or order different trails designed for of an autographed copy at www.chattaor riders call 770-663-3546 different skill levels. hoocheemedia.com.

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Roswell Cultural Arts Center announces summer puppet lineup ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell’s Summer Puppet Series will once again return to the Cultural Arts Center stage this June and July, featuring a lineup of award-winning puppeteers from Georgia and around the country.

Tickets will go on sale April 1.

Tickets are on sale now: • June 6 – 11: Hansel & Gretel, presented

by Frisch Marionettes • June 13 – 18: The Pirate, the Princess & the Pea, presented by Crabgrass Puppet Theatre • June 20 – 25: The Dragon King, presented by Tanglewood Marionettes • June 27 – July 2: The Little Red Hen’s Garden, presented by StoneLion Puppets • July 5 – July 9: Travelin’ Tales, presented by Lee Bryan “That Puppet Guy” • July 11 – 16: Migration, presented by Hobey Ford’s Golden Rod Puppets • July 18 – 23: Jack & The Beanstalk, presented by All Hands Productions New this year is a partnership with local artist and illustrator Heather Lund, who is designing a custom coloring book to commemorate the 2016 Roswell Summer Puppet Series.

The book will be inspired by the stories featured in the performances and will

showcase whimsical original illustrations. A limited number of these coloring books will be available for purchase during the puppet shows this summer.

“We are thrilled to work with Heather on this exciting new project,” said Donna Clayton, Roswell Cultural Arts Center coordinator. “Her illustrations are a perfect addition to the puppet series, and we can’t wait to introduce her work to our audiences.”

Each week, shows will take place Monday through Saturday at 10 a.m., with additional shows at 1 p.m. on Wednesday and Friday. Shows run approximately 45-60 minutes.

Individual tickets will be $5 per person for everyone ages two and up. Summer Passes are on sale now for $30 and include seven admissions for the price of six.

Starting April 1, both individual tickets and summer passes may be purchased in-person at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, by calling 770-594-6232, or by visiting www. roswellpuppets.com.

Daycares, summer camps and scout troops are welcome and encouraged to call ahead to ensure seating. Reservations for groups of 10 or more may be made by calling 770-594-6232.

The members of the Alpharetta Daughters of the American Revolution met with Mayor Belle Isle to declare April 29 as Arbor Day.

DAR chapter meets mayor for Arbor Day proclamation ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Members of the Patriots of Liberty Chapter met in the office of Mayor David Belle Isle of Alpharetta on Tuesday, March 15 to receive an Arbor Day Proclamation declaring April 29 Arbor Day in Alpharetta, Georgia.

Mayor Belle Isle welcomed the new chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution to the city after Susan Youdell, First Vice Regent, explained the goals of the chapter and how the chapter planned to serve veterans, school children and advance patriotic endeavors in Alpharetta.

Mayor Belle Isle is known for his efforts to beautify downtown Alpharetta, and he was pleased all of the recipients of the Proclamations planned projects during “Arbor Month” to emphasize the importance of trees to the environment. Conservation is one of the areas emphasized by the Daughters of the American Revolution.

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National Rubik’s Cube Tournament raises funds for charity ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Hopewell Middle School hosted a national Rubik’s Cube Tournament on Saturday, April 23, which raised $2,750 for the 1 Million 4 Anna Foundation charity. The tournament was sanctioned by the World Cube Association and attracted over 150 competitors from all over the United States.

The co-organizers of this event were Maddox Riddick, an eighth-grader at Hopewell Middle School, and Nicolas Sanchez, a ninth-grader at Cambridge High School. After attending a WCA Rubik’s Cube competition last summer, the boys decided that they wanted to bring Cubing to the Alpharetta area.

The teens started organizing the event when they approached Principal Lemoyne and the HMS Student Council about hosting it. Riddick and Sanchez were the driving force behind coordinating with the WCA, the governing body for cubing competitions around the world. The tournament, dubbed “The Alpharetta Open 2016” was the largest Rubik’s Cube competition in the state of Georgia to date.

The Alpharetta Open boasted several different competitions throughout the day, all with timed heats to determine who would be the fastest at

First-, second- and third-place winners of the day’s events. solving the cube. The day started off with heats of 3x3, the standard-sized cube that most people know from their childhood. This event drew the largest number of competitors, with participants of all ages ranging from elementary school children to adults. The first place winner of the 3x3 event was Andrew Denney of Dayton, Ohio, who solved the cube in 8.50 seconds.

Other events and their winners were: Rubik’s Cube Blindfolded (Will Belote of Cary, NC, 1:18.59), 2x2x2 Cube (Andrew Denney of Dayton, OH,

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Pictured from left are Alex Newcomer, swimmer, and Paige Clark, volleyball player, who recently signed National Letters of Intent with Ashland University and Fayetteville State University, respectively.

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Aimee Dervishian, left, has committed to play tennis for the U.S. Naval Academy, and Paige Delapierre, right, will also play tennis for the College of Costal Georgia.

Cambridge students sign National Letters of Intent MILTON, Ga. — Four Cambridge High School athletes and soon-to-be graduates recently signed National Letters of Intent to continue playing their sports at the college level.

Alex Newcomer signed to swim for Ashland University, while Paige Clark agreed to join the volleyball team for Fayetteville State University. Both Aimee Dervishian and Paige DeLapierre will continue to play tennis, Dervishian for the U.S. Naval Academy and DeLapierre for the College of Costal Georgia.

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Azalea Festival Gala honors Dotty Etris Honored for lifetime of service to Roswell

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – Few people have given as much time professionally and personally to making Roswell a better place to live than Dotty Etris. She was a leader in the formation and development of the Chattahoochee Nature Center. In 1992, Roswell Mayor W.L. “Pug” Mabry asked her to take the job as inaugural director of the Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau.

If that were all she did, it would have been enough to have made her the April 17 Roswell Azalea Festival Honoree at Ivy Hall, but she has done much more as she represents the city everywhere she goes.

The Azalea Festival Golf and Gala events, fundraisers for The Cottage School, are two of the major events in the monthlong Azalea Festival that is the umbrella for a number of organizations.

This, the second annual Azalea Festival Gala, may best be remembered by the appearance of the Roswell edition of the Briefcase Brigade. These were briefcase-carrying Roswell businessmen dressed in black suits and red ties and marching in close-order drill to the music of Bruno Mars.

Of course, the ties of most of the marchers were older than Bruno Mars, but their enthusiasm was nevertheless boundless.

Still, the night belonged to Dotty Etris. People can scarcely remember a time when she was not involved in the pulse of Roswell public life. In 1975, she was one of the first volunteers at a nascent Chattahoochee Nature Center.

She then became the first paid employee of the CNC. Once she signed

on as the director of the RCVB, she began promoting the good things to see and do in Roswell, which she has been doing ever since.

How good a job did she do? In 2014 Gov. Nathan Deal presented her with the Lifetime Achievement Award in Tourism. She was recognized by her peers in 2008 with the Southeastern Tourism Conference’s much-prized Shining Example Award for the initiative to promote Ga. 400 as the Hospitality Highway.

That inspired the Georgia General Assembly to adopt the idea and designate all of Ga. 400 from Buckhead to Dahlonega as Georgia’s official Hospitality Highway. The initiative also garnered the Best of the Best Award from Georgia Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus.

Never one to seek the spotlight, Etris usually toils in the background, giving her staff and her board members the credit.

Renasant Bank Division President Ken Davis has worked with Etris for 10 years as an RCVB board member and board chairman. He calls Etris “an extraordinary asset” for the city in her 25 years as RCVB director.

“She was on the steering committee to establish the RCVB. She is intimately knowledgeable with all of the great assets of the city and has worked tirelessly over the years to promote them,” Davis said.

Under her leadership, tourism is a $100 million industry in Roswell that does not pollute but employs some 5,000 people in the city.

Yet that is not all she does for the city. Etris serves on many committees of nonprofit organizations in the city.

“She is creative in ways in which to promote different assets and events to not only our local Roswell residents, but also to others in our state and across the Southeast. Dotty is recognized as a true professional in the tourism industry and was recognized

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Dotty Etris, second from left, accepts the award as the Roswell Azalea Festival Honoree. From left are Bob Hagan, last year’s Azalea Festival Gala Honoree, Etris, Azalea Festival chairwoman and gala co-chair Sandy Buhler, and Renasant Bank Georgia Division President Ken Davis.

by Gov. Nathan Deal with a lifetime achievement award in tourism,” Davis said.

What shines about Etris most is her enduring love for the city of Roswell, he said.

Azalea Festival Chairwoman Sandy Buhler said Etris is the “go-to person” to get anything done in Roswell.

“She knows just about everybody and, what is more, they all know her.

So if you need something or somebody to do something, you just call Dotty.

And bless her heart, she never says no,” Buhler said.

Roswell Inc. Executive Director Steve Stroud has worked with Etris for many years. He says Roswell has no greater friend and no greater exponent of the city than her.

“She has so much drive and so much energy that she puts into everything she does. And the power behind it is her heart. She truly loves this city and the people in it,” Stroud said.

“There is no better advocate for this city. And if you want to get something done, there is no one better at getting the job done. I know because I’ve seen her in action plenty of times,” he said.

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Wally Mrozik, TCS board chairman, right, and other attendees enjoying the Briefcase Brigade as they march/dance toward the guests at Ivy Hall at the Roswell Mill.

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The Briefcase Brigade, led by TCS board member Rich Alterman, step off.

The Azalea Festival Golf and Gala co-chairs are from left: Adrienne Jarvis, Lee Heisman (Gala and Golf general-chair), Suzanne Hayes Eiberger (Gala co-chair), Ted Jenkin (Golf co-chair), and Genna Jenkin. (Not pictured: John Barber, Golf co-chair).

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Roswell summer concert series ROSWELL, Ga. — The City of Roswell will kick off the 2016 Riverside Sounds Concert Series on May 7.

This series of six free outdoor concerts will be held at Riverside Park, 575 Riverside Road, on the first Saturday of the month from May through October from 7-9 p.m.

“I am so excited for this year’s Riverside Sounds Concert Series,” said Katherine C. Jones, Cultural Services Manager of Recreation, Parks and Historic and Cultural Affairs. “What a fun, family-friendly program that we get to put on! Free concerts, dancing, food trucks, all with the backdrop of our beautiful Riverside Park. It’s going to be a fun summer!”

There will be food trucks at each concert from 6-9 p.m. and guests are also invited to bring their own picnic and chairs as well.

The following are the featured artists for each month: May 7 – Geoff Achison & the Souldiggers – Equal parts New Orleans Funk, driving Blues, jazzy Soul and outback Mojo, this southern blues/ roots music is from the very deepest South – Australia.

June 4 – The Bonaventure Quartet w/Amy Pike – This longtime Atlanta outfit’s acoustic sound blends together a virtual melting pot of European influences, camp and swing noire.

July 2 – Grace & the Victory Riders – An internationally-known band, Grace & the Victory Riders create message-driven, passion-fueled music that combines world rhythms with folk roots and soul.

Aug. 6 – The Get Right Band - The Get Right Band is “hip-shaking, earth quaking pure funk fun,” according to music magazine The Alternate Root.

Combining catchy, clever songwriting with musical expertise and fearless improvisation, the live show covers everything from funk to rock n’ roll to reggae.

Sept. 3 – Stephane Wrembel Rolling Stone has called him “a revelation,” and Woody Allen recruited him to score the theme for Midnight in Paris.

This French guitarist has just begun to make his mark as one of the most original guitar voices in contemporary music.

Oct. 1 – Ed Roland & the Sweet Tea Project - Named after the cultural trademark drink of their home region, Ed Roland and the Sweet Tea Project echoes the club and coffeehouse scene in Atlanta that inspired the band’s formation. Riverside Sounds concerts are produced by the City of Roswell’s Recreation, Parks, Historic and Cultural Affairs Department. For more information, visit roswellriversidesounds.com and follow #RiversideSounds on social media.

Roswell opens new adaptive therapeutic sports field ROSWELL, Ga. — The City of Roswell hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open its new adaptive therapeutic sports field on Saturday, April 16 at Waller Park Extension, 160 Dobbs Drive in Roswell.

The ceremony was followed by an adaptive-sports demonstration by Blaze Sports.

Dubbed the “Rotary Dream Field” in recognition of Roswell Rotary Club’s generous $60,000 contribution toward its construction, the new field features a synthetic turf that will allow wheelchairs and walkers to move freely.

The installation of this field enables the City to expand its adaptive

programs to include athletics such as youth baseball and softball, as well as to enhance the sport and recreation experiences of individuals attending the adaptive Summer Friendship Camps.

The total project cost was approximately $105,000. In addition to Roswell Rotary Club’s donation, the Roswell Recreation Association contributed $25,000, and a private donor put forth $16,000 toward the project.

The remaining funds were donated by the Friends of the Roswell Parks, Inc. For more information, please contact Maya Alderman at 770-594-6199 or malderman@roswellgov.com.

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Alpharetta High School’s three winter guard teams won honors at the Southern Association for Performance Arts championships.

Alpharetta winter guard brings home the gold ALPHARETTA, Ga. — On Saturday, April 2, Alpharetta High School’s three winter guard teams performed in their final competition of the season in the Southern Association for Performance Arts championships at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. The teams

had 58 performers from Alpharetta.

SAPA sponsors competitive and educational events for color guard, indoor marching percussion, concert percussion and winds in Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee. This was the culminating competition of the season similar

to state championships for high school athletes. The cadet team, made up of Webb Bridge and Hopewell students, finished their season on a high note, placing 5th after being promoted to the highest division for middle school teams. The Alpharetta High School ju-

nior varsity winter guard had their best performance of the season and won the gold medal in their division, outscoring the other 21 competitors. The varsity team also captured the 1st place gold medal by outscoring their other 12 competitors.

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The Rev. Dr. Edward Lane Alderman Jr., 1954-2016 Roswell loses strong community leader, beloved pastor

By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – The Rev. Lane Alderman, who had served as pastor of Roswell First Presbyterian Church for 21 years until his retirement last year as pastor emeritus, died April 14 after a 16-year battle with cancer.

The reverend will be remembered by his parishioners as a loving minister of the faith, a good family man and a leader of his flock. He will be remembered among his colleagues and his community as a voice for service to those in need in Roswell and as a man whose quiet counsel was to be respected.

Alderman had a special relationship with his congregation. Sandy and Tom Hanlon joined the church when they moved to Roswell in 1971. They were there when Alderman came to the church in 1994.

Sandy Hanlon said she will miss his sermons and the way he would deliver

them with heart and meaning.

“That was his strongest trait for me – his sermons. I have saved many of them. What he could put into them and get across to you was wonderful and sweet. Tom and I loved them,” Sandy Hanlon said.

“You remembered what he said. You never saw people looking at their watch or reading the bulletin when he spoke.

All eyes were on him.

“His passing has left a hole in all of us.”

The Rev. Joe Clifford was the former pastor of Alpharetta First Presbyterian Church for six years and, since 2006, has served as senior pastor at the First Presbyterian Church of Dallas. Cllifford is a rising star in the church hierarchy but, just out of seminary school, he was a young intern serving under Alderman at RFP. “He was a leader of incredible integrity. He put the church first in everything he did,” Clifford said in a phone interview. “He was a great preacher and a great administrator. And his church grew exponentially under his leadership. He was a man of many gifts.”

Beyond that, Clifford said Alderman was a “wonderful guy to know.” He was intelligent, energetic, imaginative and

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“I was blessed to know him and blessed to have served with him early in my ministry,” Clifford said.

The Rev. Malone Dodson, pastor emeritus of Roswell United Methodist Church, just a block down Mimosa Boulevard, knew Alderman well.

“I have wonderful memories of Lane. I would have biweekly lunches for the local ministers and he would attend. We The Rev. Lane Alderman would discuss the issues of the community and he was always a His ecumenical work included being contributor,” Dodson said. instrumental in helping establish relaDespite his ongoing health issues, tionships between a local synagogue, a Dodson recalls Alderman as “always mosque and the Roswell Presbyterian upbeat and a joy to be around.”

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Seed Project, a new church developDodson said Alderman had a seriment in Suwanee, were formed. ous side, as well.

He was an active leader in the Pres“He was a man who focused on the bytery of Greater Atlanta; a founding important stuff and how to deal with member of the Board of Rivers of The them. He didn’t get sidetracked by what World, an international relief agency; he considered unimportant,” Dodson and a member of the board of trustees said. “He always had a clear vision.” of Columbia Theological Seminary in Besides his family, Alderman’s life Decatur and Presbyterian College in was his church.

Clinton, South Carolina.

“Lane was a committed friend. He He is survived by his wife, Ellie; his was a faithful leader of God’s flock,” daughter, Ashley Alderman, of Smyrna, Dodson said. “That is how I will always Georgia; his son, Daniel Alderman, remember him.” and his wife, Desi, and their son, Paul Alderman was also deeply involved Edward, of Alexandria, Virginia; his in the local community, having served parents, Edward and Jean Alderman, of as a board member of the Child DeBrentwood, Tennessee; and his sister, velopment Association, North Fulton Claire Pratt, and her husband, Roger, Community Charities and North Fulton and their children and grandchildren of Hospital.

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Girl Scouts service project helps homeless ROSWELL, Ga. — A local Girl Scout Troop, #28317, is working toward earning their Silver Award for their long-term project they started spring 2015 and plan to end Sept. 2016. The Silver Award is the second highest award a Girl Scout can receive.

The troop’s project focuses on supporting the Drake House, a short-term housing complex in Roswell that accommodates homeless single mothers and their kids and helps them work toward self-sufficiency.

As kids themselves, the five eighth-graders are determined to help their peers and community.

“We were concerned that there were children in our community who didn’t have permanent homes or entertainment that so many of us take for granted,” said one member, Abigail Mellor.

For the project, the group arranged a “DVDs for the Drake House” drive around their neighborhoods, set up a donation box at Sweet Apple Elementary and hosted a movie night to collect funds. The troop’s efforts have yielded a total of 288 DVDs and 8 DVD players so far, enough to fulfill their current needs.

After the success of the first big drop off, the troop is excited to continue their work and spread awareness of the needs in the local community that extend beyond the duration of this project.

“Currently, we are working to collect teen movies specifically and from there we aim for continued donations from the community,” said Mellor. “If people would like to clean out their DVD collections for a good cause, the Drake House’s address is 10500 Clara Drive, Roswell, GA 30075. They accept donations on weekdays from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.”

The Girl Scout Troop hopes that the community will continue to support the Drake House long after their project concludes when they earn their Silver Award in Sept.

Pictured from left are Girl Scout Troop #28317 members Leah Erhardt, Brook Hentry, Katie Gripenstraw and Abigail Mellor donating over 250 DVDs to the Drake House staff member Christy Merritt as part of their service project.

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CHS student receives Air Force Academy appointment ROSWELL, Ga. — Hunter Doster, senior at Centennial High School has received an appointment to the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. He is the son of Don and Lenore Doster from John’s DOSTER Creek.

After receiving a nomination from Congressman Johnny Isakson, Doster competed with high school students from across the United States for appointments to the Service Academies.

“Receiving an Appointment to the Air Force Academy is an absolute honor and a dream come true,” Doster said. “I found leadership and support through my high school, my family and my faith. These influences, plus my desire to serve my country, led me to the career choice of becoming an Air Force Officer.”

He will be heading to the U.S. Air Force Academy on June 30 to begin his basic training.

Doster will also be swimming for the USAFA Swim and Dive Team, which just won the Western Athletic Conference Championship held in Houston,

Texas, this past February. He has been a member of Centennial High School Swim Team for the past four years, and currently serves as Team Captain. He has earned many medals, including winning the USA Swimming Georgia Senior State Championship in the 200 IM in December 2015. Additionally, Doster recently received February’s “Athlete of the Month” award presented by the North Fulton Chamber Commerce.

Centennial’s Swim and Dive Coach, Amanda Brown said, “I am proud of Hunter and congratulate him on his appointment to the U.S. Air Force Academy.

He has displayed academic excellence and a commitment to service and leadership throughout his high school career.

His outstanding performance on the swim team, his disciplined approach to his challenges, and his strong desire to serve our country have helped prepare him for the Academy. I look forward to Hunter’s success in his career as an Air Force officer.”

Doster is an active student at Centennial High School, where he has received many honors, including Member Honors Program, Lamp of Knowledge Award, Class of 2016 Georgia

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Centennial High School’s Hunter Doster has been appointed to the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs once he graduates June 2016.

Certificate of Merit Winner and Scholar Athlete Award. In addition, he has held many leadership roles, including Editor

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Blotter: Continued from Page 2 had been walking outside his apartment when he saw the peeping Tom, later identified as Kareem Habbal, 21, approach. It appeared that Habbal was following the man, who, out of fear, locked himself in his car.

Habbal was seen walking around the building and peering into the man’s apartment windows for 30-60 seconds at a time before driving off.

When police stopped Habbal’s car, he had been speeding without any lights on. He could not explain why he had been driving so fast in a residential complex, but he did tell police that he had been drinking. Habbal said his father was expecting a visit from him, but forgot where his father lived.

The father, when contacted, said he was not expecting Habbal.

Police noted that the zipper on Habbal’s pants was open.

Habbal resisted arrest when police attempted to handcuff him. After a brief struggle, Alpharetta police arrested him for being a peeping Tom, loitering and prowling, and obstruction of officers.

Man returns to report fourth break-in MILTON, Ga. — A man reported a burglary April 14 at his residence where nearly $15,000 in appliances and gadgets were missing.

This is not the first time the man has contacted police about a robbery.

During the last five years, he has reported a total of four burglaries with property damage. In June 2015, he reported a break-in that resulted in $8,000 worth of property damage and $900 worth of items missing. He told Milton police that his insurance company would drop him if he filed another incident.

The latest break-in allegedly oc-

curred during the man’s six-week absence. He believes the suspect entered the home through the back door, which had a loose panel secured with duct tape. The man had an alarm service, but the power had been turned off after he left the property.

The items stolen totaled almost $15,000 and included a wooden antique washing machine, oven, Sony electronic dog, pictures and four ladders. The room where the 3,000-pound oven had been allegedly taken was not visibly damaged or scratched. A model landscape in another room, however, was torn and broken.

There are no known suspects at this time.

Fake bills lead to real arrests ROSWELL, Ga. — Police arrested two men and a woman March 15 for allegedly attempting to pay for merchandise with counterfeit bills.

Several employees at a retail store flagged down nearby Roswell police after three suspects drove away from the store when the counterfeit cash was not accepted. Police managed to stop the car at a stoplight.

There were two men, a woman and an infant in a Toyota Camry. They said they were from Clayton County but came up for a job interview. One of the men said he wanted to stop by the retail store to purchase two inflatable mattresses and bed sheets.

When the man attempted to pay for the merchandise, the cashier identified the cash as counterfeit. The man told police that neither he nor any of the other suspects had manufactured the money. They got it from another person, he said.

Police found more counterfeit currency, totaling $620, in the car along with a loaded firearm.

The woman told police they had bought items with the cash earlier in the day.

The two men were arrested for first-degree forgery, and the woman was arrested for conspiracy to commit a felony. Her mother was contacted to bring the infant home.

3 callers threaten, scam local man MILTON, Ga. — A man was scammed April 19 into transferring nearly $3,000 when a caller, who said he was with the police, threatened him with arrest.

The man received a call late April 19 from a number his cell identified as 911.The caller said he was with the Alpharetta Police Department and that the man owed almost $3,000 to the department and would be arrested if he did not transfer the money. The man told the caller that he would not pay the money unless the caller could verify his identity. The phone call ended.

About five minutes later, the man was called again by an 800 number.

The new caller identified himself as an employee of the Department of Criminal Defense and told him he needed to pay immediately or face charges from the IRS. The man hung up.

During the second call, the man received a third call from a private number. He called back and spoke with a man who said he was an officer from the Alpharetta Police Department. The caller reiterated that the man owed money and, at this point, the man believed the caller.

The man transferred the money via MoneyGram to a Ginno Wiley in North Carolina. He gave the receipts to Milton police to investigate.

$1,500 of electronics gone from apartment MILTON, Ga. — Two roommates entered their apartment April 18 to find $1,500 worth of electronics and personal items missing.

One of the men returned to the

apartment after playing tennis in the late evening and noticed the door was unlocked. He initially believed his roommate had left the apartment unlocked by accident.

The roommate said he was certain he had locked the door that morning when leaving for work.

It wasn’t until the man retired to his room after dinner that he noticed some possessions were missing. His iPhone, Dell laptop and wallet, valued at $1,500, were all gone. The roommate did not find any items missing from his area.

There were no signs of forced entry.

Milton police believe the suspect entered through the patio door, which had likely been unlocked, based on recent smudges. The fingerprints were unreadable, however, because pollen interfered with the scan.

The roommates suspect a juvenile living down the hall, who allegedly lurked around their door frequently, even after they asked him to stop.

Car parked at gym, found $5K lighter JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A man’s car was broken into April 11 while he was at the gym with close to $5,000 worth of items and cash missing.

The man reported the incident late in the evening of April 11, after coming home from the gym. The missing items, valued at $4,100, included a wallet, Glock, MacBook Pro, prescription sunglasses, iPad and headphones. An additional $900 in cash was gone, as well.

He told Johns Creek police that his car had been parked and locked in an isolated part of the lot, and all items had been hidden.

Police could find no surveillance cameras for the area where the man had parked.

The car’s alarm and door lock on the driver’s side were damaged. There were pry marks on the driver’s door.

The investigation is ongoing.

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Baseball and soccer regular seasons end in exciting weekend Playoff spots and region championships decided in final week

By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The final games of the baseball and soccer regular seasons were played last week with much still to be decided, including playoff berths and region championships, leading to an exciting weekend for many local teams. For some, the week ended on a high, as region championships and playoff spots were secured. For others, the final week of the regular season saw their playoff hopes dashed.

BASEBALL North Forsyth secures No. 2 seed over West, Johns Creek eliminated — With two wins over West Forsyth last week, North Forsyth was able to draw even with West at 13-5 in the region standings. Because North then held the tiebreaker, they were able to secure the No. 2 seed which guarantees home-field advantage in at least the first round.

Johns Creek, which began the season 7-0 in region play, lost their final six games and are out of playoff contention. The Gladiators dropped three region games last week, one to West and two to Alpharetta, to end any chances of making the playoffs.

Walker vs. King’s Ridge — King’s Ridge secured their second consecutive Region 6-A championship with a 3-0 win over Walker in the region championship game last Friday. The Tigers scored three runs in the bottom of the first inning and Kyle Brnovich pitched a shutout, allowing just four hits in seven innings to secure the title. The seeding for the Tigers will be determined by their power ranking. The Tigers were third in last week’s rankings.

Jackson vs. Blessed Trinity — BT captured their fifth consecutive region title with a 6-0 win over Jackson last Wednesday. Patrick McNamara struck out 10 batters in five innings.

McNamara and reliever Jake Smith allowed Jackson just three hits in the game.

Dalton vs. Forsyth Central — For the second consecutive year, the Bulldogs captured the Region 7-AAAAA title, beating Dalton in two games of last weekend’s three-game series for the region crown. The Bulldogs’ Daniel Henderson knocked in seven RBIs in game two, which Central dominated, 17-5.

Cambridge secures spot in playoffs — The Bears needed to win or

Forsyth Central won its second consecutive Region 7-AAAAA baseball championship with two wins over Dalton last week. their season was done, and they did just that. Cambridge beat River Ridge 2-1 and 5-4 in a three-game series.

With the win, Cambridge returns to the playoffs for the second consecutive year and earned the No. 3 seed.

Fellowship Christian likely out of playoffs — As the final power rankings have yet to be released, it is not certain that FCS will not make the playoffs.

However, in the most recent rankings, they were 20th, four spots behind the final playoff spot. Their three losses last week mean it is unlikely that FCS will earn a playoff spot.

SOCCER Milton boys secure region championship in final game — It wasn’t a planned region championship game, but last Friday’s Milton vs. Etowah boys soccer game ended up being a winner-take-all for the region championship. Milton entered the game at 5-2 in region play with Etowah at 6-1.

With a win, the Eagles would hold the tiebreaker and the region title. A goal from Andrey Rayol put the Eagles up 1-0 at halftime and the Eagles were able to score again in the second half to take the 2-0 victory and the region championship.

Milton girls claim No. 3 seed — The Milton girls varsity soccer team hosted Etowah last Friday, needing a win to avoid the dreaded fourth seed.

The Eagles received goals from May ElShami and Nicole Aussin to secure the third seed with the 2-1 win.

Mount Pisgah girls secure playoff spot with two wins — Mount Pisgah girls soccer was victorious over King’s

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Region soccer champs crowned, playoffs set Hooch boys enter playoffs undefeated

By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — With region championships decided last week, local boys and girls soccer teams will switch their focus to the state playoffs that begin this week.

BOYS For the boys of Region 6-AAAAAA, Chattahoochee (14-0, 9-0) claimed the region title in impressive fashion, going undefeated in the regular season.

Les Meenan, who coached Hooch to the 2011 Class 4A state championship, says this year’s squad is talented across the board.

“I don’t think this team really has a plan. They are very capable of playing a number of ways and they are all equally as good. I asked the team the other day ‘What’s our best formation?’ and the boys couldn’t answer and I couldn’t answer.”

On the attack, senior Shane Burke has already compiled 20 goals this season, which Meenan said he believes is a school record.

Defensively, sophomore Jack Corrigan has shown strength in goal for the Cougars with nine clean sheets.

Corrigan has not given up more than one goal in a game this season. “He’s young but he has played really well and kept us in games. We know that if someone gets past us and gets an opportunity, Jack’s going to give us a second chance,” said Meenan.

Meenan said his team is confident heading into the playoffs, but that they will focus on one game at a time. Last year, the Cougars were knocked out in the first round of the playoffs by Milton.

This season, Meenan said, beating Milton showed him and his players they could be a team to beat.

“I think the confidence came the night we played Milton. Milton has a very good team and we knew when we got the win we had a good team.”

Chattahoochee will host Peachtree Ridge (10-7-1) in the first round of the playoffs.

Lambert returns to the state playoffs for the sixth consecutive season after finishing third in the region. The Longhorns will face Norcross (12-3-1) in the first round.

It was three-way tie for fourth in the region, and the final playoff spot went to Alpharetta on tiebreaking procedures. Alpharetta, Centennial and Johns Creek all finished the season at

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The Chattahoochee boys soccer team, undefeated in Region 6-AAAAAA regular-season play, will host Peachtree Ridge in the first round of state playoffs.

5-4 in region play, but the Raiders were able to secure the fourth seed by beating both the Knights and Gladiators.

In earning the fourth seed, Alpharetta faces a first-round draw as they will travel to take on Region 7-AAAAAA champions Mill Creek (15-2).

In Region 5-AAAAAA, Milton captured the region title in a winner-takeall game against Etowah last Friday.

With the 2-0 win, Milton secured the No. 1 seed from the region and will host Grayson in the first round.

Cambridge punched their ticket to the state playoffs by finishing second in Region 7-AAAAA and will host Druid Hills in the first round.

In Region 4-AAA, Blessed Trinity (10-5-1) captured the subregion championship over Westminster on April 15 and will play at home in the first round.

Fellowship Christian captured their second straight Region 6-A championship, earning a first-round bye.

FCS will take on the winner of Atlanta International School and Providence Christian on May 3.

GIRLS West Forsyth had never won a region championship in girls soccer and had not made a visit to the state playoffs since 2010. Both of those streaks came to an end this season. West (12-4-1) captured the Region 6-AAAAAA

title after going 8-1 in region play.

West Head Coach Jason Bayush said his defense was vital in the team’s success this season.

“Our team’s success I tie to defense and goalkeeping. If you can win those battles you can put yourself in a position to win any game,” said Bayush.

West defense is averaging just one goal allowed per game this season.

West will take on Duluth in the first round on Wednesday.

Johns Creek earned the No. 2 seed after finishing 8-1 in the region. Their only loss in region play came against West Forsyth in PKs. The Gladiators will take on Mill Creek in the first round.

South Forsyth and Lambert both finished 7-2 in region play, but South earned the No. 3 seed by beating Lambert 2-0 on March 4 and will take on Collins Hill.

Lambert, just one year removed from finishing as the Class 6A state runners-up, fell twice in region play to Johns Creek and South Forsyth, which placed them fourth in the region. However, the Longhorns seem to be getting hot at the right time.

In their last three games, Lambert beat West on PKs, Class 4A No. 4-ranked Buford and Grayson, who beat Lambert for the state championship last year.

“The Grayson win does wonders for our confidence,” said Lambert Head Coach Scott Luthart. “The effort, determination and level of play I saw [against Grayson] may have been unprecedented for us. We found a completely different level and we beat a state championship-level program by three goals in the process. I’d say after that our confidence is at an all-time high.”

The Longhorns will travel to North Gwinnett in the first round.

Milton secured the No. 3 seed in Region 5-AAAAAA and will travel to play Grayson on Wednesday.

Forsyth Central and Cambridge each earned playoff berths from Region 7-AAAAA. The Bulldogs finished third and will play Druid Hills on the road.

Cambridge, the No. 2 seed, will host Martin Luther King Jr. High School.

The Blessed Trinity Lady Titans finished third in Region 4-AAA. The Titans have finished as state runner-up for the past three seasons in Class 3A. Like the Titans, Fellowship Christian will seek a state title that has eluded them the past few years.

FCS has made it to the final four in four of the past five seasons but has been unable to secure a championship.

FCS won their third consecutive Region 6-A title and will have a bye in the first round.

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Baseball state playoffs begin this week Four local teams repeat as region champs

By JOE PARKER news@appenmedaigroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Four North Fulton and Forsyth baseball teams repeated as region champions this year, earning No. 1 seeds from their respective regions as state playoffs begin this week. Lambert, Forsyth Central, King’s Ridge and Blessed Trinity all captured consecutive region titles.

In Region 6-AAAAAA, Lambert (215, 17-1) opened the season at 2-3 but then went on to win 18 of its final 20 games to capture its third consecutive region championship.

Lambert’s pitching has been dominate this season, allowing just 58 runs in 26 games.

At the same time, the Longhorns’ offense has averaged six runs per game.

The Longhorns have scored seven or more runs in 11 of their 25 games.

Lambert will host Mountain View in a three-game series this Friday in the first round of the state playoffs.

Lambert was knocked out by Milton in the opening round of the playoffs last

season.

North Forsyth placed second in the region behind the Longhorns after beating West Forsyth twice last week, 6-0 and 7-3, to leapfrog the Wolverines in the region standings and earn home-field advantage in the first round.

The Raiders will be making their second consecutive playoff appearance.

They were knocked out in the first round by Pope last season. North will face North Gwinnett in the first round.

West, third in the region, will take on Collins Hill in the first round.

It took a few crucial wins in the final week of play, as well as a few Alpharetta losses, but Northview was able to finish fourth in the region, claiming their second-ever playoff berth after earning the most wins in a season in school history at 18.

Northview Head Coach Aaron Wilken attributed his team’s success to the players’ effort and team mentality.

“Their work ethic and willingness to play for each other is what separated us this year,” said Wilkens.

Wilkens added that the team set out

to improve offensively on the bases this season as well as not giving up walks or hit-by-pitches. Wilkens said his players have definitely advanced in those aspects, but there is always room for improvement.

Wilkens is still confident heading into the first round of the playoffs, but knows Northview’s fourth seeding drew them a tough first-round matchup against Norcross.

“We’re going to have a really tough matchup in the first round, but one thing I said at the beginning of the season is that we are going to give it 100 percent each time they’re on the field,” said Wilkens.

Forsyth Central downed Dalton in two games to capture their second consecutive Region 7-AAAAA title.

The Bulldogs are 15-1 in their last 16 games and will host Druid Hills in the first round. Also in the region, Cambridge secured the No. 3 seed with two

wins over River Ridge with a playoff spot on the line.

In their final season in Class 3A, Blessed Trinity claimed their fifth straight region title. Dating back to last season, Blessed Trinity had a win streak of 49 games, the second-longest streak in the nation, before falling to Teurlings Catholic (Louisiana), which is ranked 28th in the nation.

The loss to Teurlings Catholic was BT’s only loss of the season. The Titans are ranked 10th in the nation according to MaxPreps.com.

Much like the past two seasons, in which BT won the state championship, pitching has been crucial for the Titans.

BT’s team ERA is 0.88 and they have allowed just 73 hits in 527 at bats. The Titans have given up just 19 earned runs this season. BT will take on Brantley County in the first round.

King’s Ridge will be seeking a Class A state championship three-peat this season after winning the Region 6-A title.

In Region 5-AAAAAA, Milton had their streak of six seasons in the state playoffs snapped after finishing sixth in the region.

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Notice of Special City Bond Election TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE CITY OF ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA: You are hereby notified that on the 24th day of May, 2016, an election will be held in the City of Alpharetta, Georgia, at which election there will be submitted to the qualified voters thereof for their determination the question of whether or not certain general obligation bonds shall be authorized for issuance by the City as follows: (1) $27,600,000 of general obligation bonds (the ”Transportation Bonds”) for the purpose of providing funds to pay, or to be applied or contributed toward, the cost of providing for (1) acquisition and construction of improvements, expansions and extensions to roads, streets, and bridges; and (2) paying the costs and expenses related to such bonded indebtedness.

The Transportation Bonds shall be dated their date of delivery, shall be in the denomination of five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) or an integral multiple thereof each, shall bear interest at a rate or rates not to exceed six percent (6.0%), and the principal of the Transportation Bonds shall mature in the years set forth below as follows: Year

Principal Amount

Year

2017

$

210,000

2022

2018

$

210,000

2019

$

220,000

2020

$

2021

$

Principal Amount

Year

Principal Amount

Year 2032

Principal Amount $

370,000

Year

Principal Amount

2037

$

2,560,000

$

250,000

2027

$

300,000

2023

$

260,000

2028

$

305,000

2033

$

2,280,000

2038

$

2,640,000

2024

$

270,000

2029

$

330,000

2034

$

2,350,000

2039

$

2,720,000

230,000

2025

$

280,000

2030

$

340,000

2035

$

2,420,000

2040

$

2,800,000

235,000

2026

$

290,000

2031

$

350,000

2036

$

2,490,000

2041

$

2,890,000

(2) $24,900,000 of general obligation bonds (the ”Parks and Recreation Bonds”) for the purpose of providing funds to pay, or to be applied or contributed toward, the cost of providing for (1) acquisition, construction, and renovations for parks, recreation and cultural facilities, sidewalks and greenways; and (2) paying the costs and expenses related to such bonded indebtedness.

The Parks and Recreation Bonds shall be dated their date of delivery, shall be in the denomination of five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) or an integral multiple thereof each, shall bear interest at a rate or rates not to exceed six percent (6.0%) per annum, and the principal of the Parks and Recreation Bonds shall mature in the years set forth below as follows: Year

Principal Amount

Year

Principal Amount

Year

Principal Amount

Year

Principal Amount

Year

Principal Amount

2017

$

190,000

2022

$

220,000

2027

$

270,000

2032

$

330,000

2037

$

2,310,000

2018

$

190,000

2023

$

230,000

2028

$

280,000

2033

$

2,060,000

2038

$

2,380,000

2019

$

200,000

2024

$

240,000

2029

$

290,000

2034

$

2,120,000

2039

$

2,450,000

2020

$

210,000

2025

$

250,000

2030

$

310,000

2035

$

2,180,000

2040

$

2,530,000

2021

$

220,000

2026

$

260,000

2031

$

320,000

2036

$

2,250,000

2041

$

2,610,000

The principal amount of and the interest on said bonds shall be payable in lawful money of the United States of America at a paying agent bank, which will be designated by the City of Alpharetta prior to the issuance of said bonds. The bonds may be issued in one or more separate deliveries. At or before the time any bonded indebtedness is incurred on account of the bonds to be issued, the Council of the City of Alpharetta will provide for the levy and collection of an annual tax sufficient in amount to pay the principal of and interest on the bonds so issued and sold as the same become due and payable.

The ballots to be used at said election shall have written or printed thereon substantially the following: YES NO “Shall General Obligation Bonds in the principal amount of $27,600,000.00 be issued by the City of Alpharetta, Georgia for the purpose of providing funds to pay, or to be applied or contributed toward, the cost of providing for (1) acquisition and construction of improvements, expansions and extensions to roads, streets, and bridges; and (2) paying the costs and expenses related to such bonded indebtedness?

YES NO “Shall General Obligation Bonds in the principal amount of $24,900,000.00 be issued by the City of Alpharetta, Georgia for the purpose of providing funds to pay, or to be applied or contributed toward, the cost of providing for (1) acquisition, construction, and renovations for parks, recreation and cultural facilities, sidewalks and greenways; and (2) paying the costs and expenses related to such bonded indebtedness?

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The election shall be at the regular polling places of the City of Alpharetta, Georgia, and the polls will be open from 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M., on the date fixed for the election.

Those residents qualified to vote at the election shall be determined in all respects in accordance with the election laws of the State of Georgia. Those residents who have not previously registered may do so at City Hall, any other Fulton County, Georgia registration office, or any other location and in any other manner authorized by law.

Registration for this referendum will close at the close of business on April 26, 2016.

Any brochures, listings or other advertisements issued by the City of Alpharetta or by any other person, firm, corporation or association with the knowledge and consent of the City Council and Mayor of the City of Alpharetta, Georgia shall be deemed to be a statement of intention of the City of Alpharetta concerning the use of the proceeds of the bonds.

This Notice is given pursuant to an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Alpharetta, passed on the 15th day of February, 2016.

CITY OF ALPHARETTA David Belle Isle Mayor

CITY OF ALPHARETTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The following item will be considered by the City Council on Monday, May 16, 2016 commencing at 6:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia. a. PH-16-09 City of Alpharetta Capital Improvement Element (City Council Only) Consideration of Capital Improvement Element and Annual Report in order to transmit to the Atlanta Regional Commission.

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.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATION CITY OF ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA FOR DOWNTOWN SCULPTURE PROJECT: INSTRUMENTS OF INSPIRATION RFQ #16-1008 The City of Alpharetta Art In Public Places Program is requesting statements of qualifications from local and other Georgia artists or artist teams for our DOWNTOWN SCULPTURE PROJECT: INSTRUMENTS OF INSPIRATION. The intent of the project is to create original sculptures of musical instruments or an artist’s interpretation of a musical instrument for installation at several outdoor locations within Downtown Alpharetta. It is envisioned that the sculptures would be 5 to 6 feet in length along their longest axis; however, this should not be interpreted as a minimum size.

The RFQ will be available online Thursday, April 28, 2016, at our bid posting website, https://www.ebidexchange.com/alpharetta. Interested parties are required to log in to review the RFQ documents.

Statements of Qualifications will be due Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 10:00 AM at City of Alpharetta, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009.

For information, please contact Debora Westbrook at the City of Alpharetta Finance Department via email at purchasing@alpharetta.ga.us or at 678-297-6052.

NFL star receiver Roddy White will be on hand at the Johns Creek High School 1-day football skills camp Saturday, April 30.

JCHS Gladiators host football skill clinic Football Special guest former Falcon star Roddy White JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Spring football is in the air and Johns Creek High School is hosting a one-day football skills clinic for all youth football players third graders thru 8th graders Saturday, April 30.

The clinic will run from 9 a.m.to noon at Johns Creek High School, 5575 State Bridge Road in the main stadium. Cost is $50 to benefit the Johns Creek Gladiator Football Program.

Bring water bottles and a towel, come dressed in sneakers, cleats, shorts & T-shirts. To sign up register and for details go to: www.juniorgladiators.com.

Head Varsity Coach Matt Kemper said he was excited to have a great professional player like Roddy White to participate.

“Our program has made great strides over the past year and this camp is an indication of our commitment to the developmental levels of Johns Creek Gladiator Football,” said Kemper. “We hope all the area youth will take advantage of this opportunity to get together, learn some football and hear from one of the games great players.”

This is an opportunity to continue to build interest in the sport of football and learn proper technique and develop good habits at the younger age levels.

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Pictured are head coach Cheryl Solan and the Alpharetta High School golf team Alejandra Ayala (10), Ashley Brown (12), Coach Eric Brown, Ilana Bonell (11) and Kelsey Kurnett (12). Not pictured, Coach Paul Reynolds.

AHS golf team storms regional ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Alpharetta High School girls golf team went to the Regional Tournament on Monday, April 18 at Achasta Golf Course in Dahlonega, where they took second place in the region. The school had two of the top ten “Low Score Qualifiers,” with Alejandra Ayala coming in with a score of 69 and Ashley Brown with a score of 74. They will

be moving on to Sectional Play at Spring Hill Country Club in Tifton on Monday, May 2. The team consisted of Alejandra Ayala (10), Ashley Brown (12), Ilana Bonell (11) and Kelsey Kurnett (12).

The team was led by head coach Cheryl Solan and community coaches Eric Brown and Paul Reynolds.

DEATH NOTICES Edward Alderman, of Roswell, passed away April 14, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Helen Alice Barna, of Cumming, passed away April 12, 2016. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Frances Cook, of Alpharetta, passed away April 13, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Joshua Derby, of Roswell, passed away April 13, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Douglas A. Brugh, 58, of Alpharetta, passed away April 12, 2016.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Brunhilde Joan Casey, 90, of Alpharetta, passed away April 17, 2016.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Billy T. Gay, 85, of Roswell, passed away April 13, 2016. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Brian F. Perry, 78, of Roswell, passed away April 10, 2016. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

David S. Kan, 49, of Johns Creek, passed away April 13, 2016. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Richard D. Satterfield, 69, of Cumming passed away April 15, 2016.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Sharon MacDonald, of Roswell, passed away April 18, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Ellen M. Spruill, 101, of Roswell, passed away April 13, 2016. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Brenda Gail Vaughan, 65, of Cumming, passed away April 14, 2016. Arrangements

by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Clifford Lamar Fair, 80, of Alpharetta, passed away April 11, 2016. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home.

Philomena Festa, 83, of Cumming, passed away April 13, 2016. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home.

Robert L. Mehler, 87, of Cumming, passed away April 2, 2016. Arrangements

by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Millen Smith Whittington, Jr., 69, of Roswell, passed away April 17, 2016.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Genevieve Wirth, of Roswell, passed away April 17, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

COMMUNITY

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Barrington Hall presents “Tea with Beatrix Potter”

Holly Stevenson returns to Barrington Hall as Beatrix Potter and reads to children.

ROSWELL, Ga. — Tea with Beatrix Potter will once again take place on the grounds of Barrington Hall on Saturday, May 7 from 1–3 p.m.

This springtime tradition features beloved children’s author “Beatrix Potter,” portrayed by Atlanta actress Holly Stevenson, as she brings to life her friends Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddleduck, Tom Kitten and other characters through storytelling and puppet mastery.

In addition to Stevenson’s

performance, the day will include games and a craft, as well as a substantial afternoon tea. Scattered throughout the formal garden will be tables featuring Beatrix Potter’s tea settings.

Photo opportunities abound in this colorful setting.

Tickets for this event are $10 per person. Attendance is limited, and reservations fill quickly. For tickets and information, please call Barrington Hall at 770-640-3855.

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Help Wanted Full-time ESTIMATOR Commercial tile contractor seeking to hire experienced estimator and Project Manager for projects located in the Southeast. fax resume to 770-345-2013 Orthodontic/Dental Lab Technician Highly motivated. Tasks include acryllic pouring and finishing. Dental lab experience preferred.

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Now Hiring: Membership Sales Coordinator Job Description: The Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce is hiring for the position of Membership Sales Coordinator. The job is in office or in the field, 4 days a week, 9 – 5.

Duties: Coordinator is primarily responsible for selling memberships to the Chamber to Alpharetta businesses. While the Chamber currently has over 300 members, with over 6,000 businesses in Alpharetta the growth potential for the position is enormous. Most work will be done via cold calling and networking, and requires extensive follow up and sales pipeline maintenance. It is strongly encouraged that Membership Coordinator works closely with Events Coordinator to attract prospects to events in an effort to increase likelihood of signing new members. Will report directly to the President and Chairperson, with weekly meetings to go over call reports and identify prospects.

Requirements: Must be professional, competitive, and self motivated. Requires a very independent person who is willing to put hard work into maximizing the potential of this position. Previous sales experience in a related field is preferable, but not required. A basic understanding of the dynamics of Alpharetta, and a short commute, is also preferable, but not required.

Compensation: • $1,000/month base • 20% of all new member sales excluding Chairman’s Circle members brought in by someone other than coordinator • 2 weeks PTO • Eligible for year-end performance bonus • Advancement opportunities

About the Alpharetta Chamber: The Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce was established in November 2013 by a group of business leaders who wanted to build a business identity for Alpharetta much like the Chambers in Johns Creek, Sandy Springs, and the Roswell INC do for their cities. It was a goal to create an organization that Alpharetta businesses would be proud to be a member of, and use to grow its current and prospective business base.

Already, in two years the Chamber has grown significantly in membership. During the first two “Charter months” (November and December of 2013) the Chamber established a base of 77 Charter Members. After the Chamber’s first full year in 2014, the membership total increased to over 170. As of March 2016, the Chamber sits at over 310 members.

Joining the Chamber gives members the opportunity to take part in several signature events throughout the year. These events include: Women Who Walk the Walk, Golf Net- working League & Golf Tournament, Business Academy, Chamber’s Annual Gala, Thirsty Thursday!, and Alpharetta Restaurant Week.

In addition to its signature events, the Chamber provides an extensive range of benefits to assist its members in networking, education, and marketing. It is also a vehicle for connecting its business community with the general population and showcasing what Alpharetta has to offer for prospective businesses and residents. More information about the Alpharetta Chamber can be found on www.alpharettachamber.com For more information or to apply, email a resume and cover letter to: hans@alpharettachamber.com.

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Competitive pay. Apply online at: www.correcthealth.org

Weekend Cashier: Part Time.

NFCC is a locally supported, volunteerbased organization serving a diverse population in North Fulton with emergency needs. Flexible, mature, responsible person who gets along well with people to work in Thrift Shop. Hours: Saturday 9:30 to 5:30 and Sunday 12:30 to 6:30. Drug-free workplace. e-Verify. Pick up/submit application at NFCC, 11270 Elkins Rd, Roswell 30076 or bebe@ nfcchelp.org

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LANDCAPE Experience in maintenance & operating large, walkbehind mowers. Clean GA DL preferred. Drug-free a MUST. Dave 404-9835055 IBM SYSTEMS ANALYSTS, in Duluth, GA. Design, customize, & configure progs. Dev & conduct training sessions for clients & other IT personnel.

Provide leadership & supervision to other Application Engineers & IT resources to deliver application/ project deliverables.

Travel/reloc to various unantic locs throughout the US as req. Send res to Indu LLC DBA Intigrow, 2760 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Ste D, Duluth, GA 30097.

KITCHEN STAFF & SERVERS Needed for Rivermont Golf Club in Johns Creek. Call 770-993-2124 for more information. Interviews Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 3pm-5pm

BLIND REPAIR TECHNICIANS Male, female. background checks. Resumes: info@ blindrepairman.com

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Sales Estate Sale CUMMING Multi family. Montvale Subdivision; 3745 Glennvale Court 30041.

Friday 4/29, 12pm-4pm and Saturday 4/30, 8am-4pm.

Furniture, household and housewares

Garage Sale CUMMING: Multifamily, Peachtree Court Subdivision (Peachtree Parkway & Diplomat Drive) 30041. Friday 4/29, 8AM-2PM & Saturday 4/30, 8AM-12PM. ALPHARETTA near town. 355 Lynne Circle 30009. Friday 4/29, Saturday 4/30, 8am-2pm.

Huge! Multi-family.

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Building Supplies

ALPHARETTA Windward. 410 Ridgewood Way. Saturday 4/30, 9am-1pm. Tools, House decor, Fashion, Exercise, Collectibles, Much more!

DRIVEWAY GATES; two, 10’ wide total, wrought iron. $1500 both. 678492-2300

MILTON: Multi-family. The Highlands Subdivision.

1596 Heritage Pass.

Friday 4/29, and Saturday 4/30, 9am-2pm.

JOHNS CREEK Seven Oaks: HUGE

NEIGHBORHOOD SALE! Saturday 4/30 8am-2pm, map & list at 12275 Seven Oaks Parkway, 30005, See balloons on mailboxes ALPHARETTA: Crystal, Tools, Household Items, plus others.

13990 Mariners Cove (off Windward Parkway) Friday 4/29 & Saturday 4/30 8am-4pm

ROSWELL ICSAtlanta, 1335 Northmeadow Parkway, Suite 100, 30076.

Saturday 4/30, 10am-2pm in the gym, benefitting school library. Questions: board@icsatlanta.org

Garage Sale ROSWELL HUGE! MOVING! Brookfield CC, 215 Gabriel Drive 30075.

Friday-Saturday 4/294/30, 9am-4pm. Indoor/ outdoor furniture, decor’ MORE!

Yard Sale JOHNS CREEK Multi-family. Carrington Lane, off Old Alabama Friday 4/29, Saturday 4/30, 9am-4pm.

Bargains Antiques European wardrobe/ armoire, single door, beveled mirror, 84”hX 21”dX37”w. $600. Photos.

678-549-6057.

ARMOIRE: English burl walnut, double door, beveled mirror , 80”hX21”dX54”w. $750.

678-277-9970

Building Supplies VELUX SKYLIGHTS, used. (Eight, 21”x44”, two miscellaneous sizes). $475/all. 770-992-6848 leave message

Cemetery ARLINGTON Garden of Prayer, lot 6-A, spaces 3 & 4.

Bronze marker with base & 2 vaults. $9500 (Value $16,690). 470-281-6122 Roswell-Greenlawn.

Garden of Prayer overlooking lake with fountain.

4 plots. ivypaigereeder@gmail. com for more info and photos

Furniture SOFA: Ethan Allen dark pine, matching coffee table. $350. 770-993-0835 DINING SET, cherry: Table, China cabinet, server, chairs. $700/obo.

770-568-1344 SMALL CHEST & 4 chairs $60 all. 470-349-8129 DINING ROOM SET: Cherrywood Queen Anne, 8 pieces including China cabinet. $650/obo. 770309-0729 FRENCH BEDROOM SET: Twin beds, headboard, footboard, dresser, side table $500.

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Household R E F R I G E R ATO R , Samsung, 24.1cf. Water and ice dispenser. $950/ obo. 770-490-4177 ORIENTAL RUGS, matching patterns. 3.6x5.6 and 2.6x8 runner. Never used! $300. 770-418-1929

Medical Equipment HOSPITAL BED: Electronic controls with deluxe mattress. Bought new, used less than 2 weeks. $500. Originally $2000. 404-735-7250

Musical Instruments VIOLIN, West German. excellent condition, topspruce, back-maple. $200.

678-431-7465 CELLO, 7/8 Doetsch, Pernambuco bow, Hiscox hard sided case $2400.

770-753-0787

Musical Instruments PIANO, Baby Grand: Elegant case, matching bench; warm, rich tone.

Sacrifice $1650 obo. 678445-3654

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DRAFTING TABLE, 36”x72”, $100, 770-4485908 Cherry conference room table (8’x4’), 6 chairs. $500; Executive cherry desk $300; 3 side chairs, cherry frame, dark green fabric $150; 2 reception fabric chairs $80 Mint!

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OFFICE OR HOME DESK, custom corner unit, 6 file drawers, 4 desk drawers, space for 2 chairs, $1800.

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Recreation GOLF CLUBS: Ladies’ complete set, Lynx irons, graphite woods, ball retriever, wood covers, new bag $325. 770-7409757

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POOL TABLE, 4x8, 4 chairs, cues, rack, 2 more tables. $2000/OBO. 404934-7307 Bowflex Treadclimber TC5000. Very lightly used; great condition! $350.

678-386-1588 Nordic Track Walk Fit 5000: Non-electric, no batteries. $100. 770-9930835

Wanted to Buy Vintage Barbie, Midge, Francie, Skipper dolls, clothing and accessories.

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1.98 acre Residential Lot off of E. Cherokee Dr./Murphy Dr. (secluded drive) in Cherokee County.

Wooded with mature hardwoods, sloped lot.

All utilities at road. $42,000 Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com

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537 Lake Center Parkway for lease 1200-3600 SF space available in beautiful brick building.

Easy access to Highway 9 and Market Center Blvd in Cumming. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally. com

5910 Leaning Rock Place, Cumming.

Fabulous 3BR/3.5BA well maintained home with master on main, has a lake view, fenced yard, finished basement, hardwood floors, room for boat parking and only 1 mile away from Tidwell Boat Ramp and Park. $299,900 Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404660-2919 cell, www.

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