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Public meeting set on new STEM school ►►PAGE 10

Alpharetta’s downtown still has room to grow

Crabapple roundabout begins to take shape ►►PAGE 12

Date set to relocate historic log cabin ►►PAGE 13

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Construction cranes and scaffolding mingle with established businesses on Main Street as Alpharetta continues to draw attention to its revitalized downtown. Story page 4.

Milton entrepreneur brings it back home ►►PAGE 15

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Former worker suspected of $52K embezzlement

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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Police were alerted Sept. 19 that a former employee had embezzled from a business on Medlock Bridge Road.

The firm’s director told police that the business had been contacted by their California office about fraudulent activity in their branch. Once they be-

gan investigating, the director said that they found that a former employee had set up a separate PayPal account using their work email. The employee then directed customers to that account when transferring funds. Some of the employees’ records appeared to have forged signatures.

The director told police that so far $52,000 had been embezzled since January 2016 but the ongoing investigation may uncover a higher amount.

The employee had been transferred to the California office July 2017 and was fired after the fraudulent activity was discovered.

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found a company called “MS Office Support” and called that number.

The man who answered said they could fix the issue but would need access to her computer. After giving him several passwords and account names, the man told her the computer had multiple viruses and she would have to pay $169 to remove them. The woman was told to mail the check immediately overnight to an address in Delaware.

A few days later, the woman received an email from the same company saying that she needed to update her computer for $860, or she would lose everything stored on it. She sent a check with the money to an address in California, but later became suspicious of the transactions.

The woman contacted her bank and successfully canceled the $860 check, discontinued any contact with the company and contacted police.

ID fraud linked to company card

was arrested Sept. 20 on Jones Bridge Road, Johns Creek, for DUI and following too closely. ►► Sung G Jo, 38 of Stout Trail, Duluth, was arrested Sept. 18 on McGinnis Ferry Road, Johns Creek, for DUI. ►► Sundi Lea Wood, 34, of White Birch Way, Lawrenceville, was arrested Sept.

18 on McGinnis Ferry Road, Johns Creek, for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Johns Randolph Bampfield, 42, of Aubusson Trace, Johns Creek, was arrested Sept. 22 on Jones Bridge Road, Johns Creek, for DUI and driving with an expired tag.

►► Erin Lynn Garcia, 32, of Bandelier

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

Online service scam cheats woman of funds JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A woman reported Sept. 19 that she had lost $169 to an online scam and had almost lost an extra $860.

The woman said she works from home for her employer and answers his emails for him. At the beginning of August, however, she noticed that her employer had not been receiving any emails.

After looking up the phone number for the email’s support online, she

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►► Frederik Edward Swyters, 66, of

Robert Springs Drive, Sandy Springs, was arrested Sept. 19 on Ga. 400, Alpharetta, for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Angela Susan Byrne, 44, of Tree Mountain Parkway, Stone Mountain,

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A woman reported Sept. 30 that someone had accessed her personal information and Social Security number to steal a check for her business. The woman uses a Costco Credit Card for her business and set up her account to get rebate checks mailed to her residence.

On Sept. 30, however, the woman received an email from Costco confirming her change of address to Atlanta.

She had not made any such changes.

When the woman called Costco, an employee told her that the change of address was done over a chat line on the computer. The person who attempted to make the change had used the woman’s Social Security number and other personal information.

Circle, Hampton, was arrested Sept. 24 on Mansell Road, Alpharetta, for DUI. ►► Roger Michael Green, 27, of Coachman Cove, Snellville, was arrested Sept. 27 on Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, for DUI, having an open container, running a red light and speeding.

DRUG arrests ►► Mark Anthony Myers, 53, of Colony

Glen Drive, Alpharetta, was arrested Sept. 21 on Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek, for possession of marijuana and having a brake light out.

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Refractive Lens Exchange

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Many people have dreamed about reducing their dependence on glasses, but the best procedure to accomplish this can change as they age. For patients younger than the early or mid-40’s, LASIK can often be the best choice. It is a procedure that is performed on the surface of the eye and therefore is less invasive and often less expensive than other procedures. However, in the mid 40’s, and the 50’s the natural lens in the eye undergoes changes that can make Refractive Lens Exchange a more logical choice for middle aged patients.

Long before the natural lens becomes a cloudy “cataract,” that is considered medically necessary to remove in a procedure that is covered by insurance companies, it is slowly becoming thicker, less flexible, and less clear. These changes, known as dysfunctional lens syndrome, can cause trouble with focusing for near vision, and create imperfections in the visual system called aberrations, that lead to increased glare and decreased quality of vision. Today’s patients can be bothered by this degradation of vision, even if insurance companies do not consider it severe enough to warrant paying for surgery to correct it. Also, if a patient in this age range is corrected to see clearly in the distance with LASIK, they will still need glasses for reading. Additionally, for patients that are getting closer to the age where they will require cataract surgery, having had LASIK causes the calculations for the power of the artificial lens inserted during cataract surgery to become less accurate. Ironically, these patients, for whom spectacle independence is very important, are more likely to need glasses for both near and distance after cataract surgery than patients who haven’t had LASIK. For these reasons, it may be in these older patients’ best interest to consider a different path to spectacle independence. One of these options is Refractive Lens Exchange. This procedure has the same steps as cataract surgery, including removal of the human lens and replacement with an artificial lens. The power of the artificial lens is selected to minimize the patient’s dependence on glasses. With a monofocal lens, patients can choose either near or distance vision. But with a multifocal lens, patients can achieve both near and distance vision. Your eye doctor can discuss if you would be a candidate for this type of lens.

There are some risks to Refractive Lens Exchange that are greater than the risks associated with LASIK since LASIK is performed on the surface of the eye and Refractive Lens Exchange is a procedure that is performed inside the eye. These risks include intraocular infection, retinal tear or detachment, and swelling of the retina. Additionally, the cost of Refractive Lens Exchange with a multifocal lens is generally higher than the cost for LASIK. It can be especially advantageous for patients with far sightedness to consider refractive lens exchange as LASIK is often less accurate and can only treat lower amounts of this condition. It is a less attractive option for patients with high amounts of near sightedness, as these patients are at higher risk of retinal detachment after Refractive Lens Exchange than far sighted patients, or patient with lower amounts of near sightedness.

A significant advantage of Refractive Lens Exchange for patients is that they will no longer need cataract surgery in the future. Barring development of other eye disease, there is the potential of life long good vision without glasses. This has significant appeal for patients who do not want to have LASIK, only to need another procedure 10 or 15 years later.

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Plan for growth Less than 10 years ago, Downtown Alpharetta was a struggling center with a handful of restaurants and shops.

Cook said the transformation took off with the 2015 revision of the Downtown Land Use Plan.

“The mayor and council gave us direction a few years ago to work on a Downtown Master Plan, and we went through that process for a year and a half,” Cook said.

In her 26 years with the city, Cook said, the document drew the most citizen involvement of any enterprise the city has engaged in. About 600 people participated in workshops to help draft the final document.

And with the recent additions of Main Street’s City Center and Avalon on Old Milton Parkway, Cook said interest in the downtown has spiked. So has building.

“We have people who like it, and we have people who don’t like it,” Cook said. “If people look at the plan – and while they still may not like it – there is a plan behind all this development that they see downtown.”

The change has been dramatic and positive for two longtime downtown businessmen.

ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Last week’s approval of a large housing development on Cumming Street was the final chapter in a flurry of residential building that has transformed Alpharetta’s downtown.

Taylor-Morrison’s plan to build 58 homes at the north edge of downtown is the capstone for a housing surge that could bring more than 2,000 residents to the city’s core.

And that’s not the half of it.

Over the past five years, downtown’s commercial portfolio has expanded to include more than a dozen new restaurants, multi-story office buildings and retail shops – all either built or under development.

While space for new residential construction has dwindled down to small lots, there’s still plenty of room for commercial and office in downtown, according to Alpharetta Planning Director Kathi Cook.

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View from the ground level When Dr. J.C. Hines opened a oneman veterinary clinic on Milton Avenue back in 1973, he was two blocks away from the only traffic light in town.

There was one bank, one high school, two barbershops and three restaurants.

Today, Hines’ Alpharetta Animal Hospital has eight veterinarians on staff

and two dozen employees.

From his perspective, Hines said city leaders have followed a careful path toward prosperity.

“One thing that I will always be able to recall is that Alpharetta has always been blessed with dedicated people to serve on the city government,” he said.

“Fortunately we had and still have visionaries which has made Alpharetta ‘The Place to Be.’” Hines admitted traffic could become a concern, but he thinks the buildup in downtown will be great for business.

Adding value to downtown, he said, will also benefit all residents by raising the tax base.

Longtime downtown business owner Larry Attig agrees.

“I happen to think that we’re on the right path and I like what we’re doing,” he said.

When he came to Alpharetta 40 years ago, downtown was alive and bustling for a small city. After operating a horse stable on what is now Old Milton Parkway for six years, Attig moved downtown in 1988 to run a flower shop on Main Street.

Then, as the town spread outward with subdivisions, the mall was built, big box stores arrived and downtown seemed to dry up, he said.

“I’ve watched the downtown literally become a ghost town,” Attig said.

He retired in 2006 but still owns property in downtown. Through the years, he has been active in the downtown business community, always pushing the dream to revive the district.

When discussions first began for a Downtown Master Plan in 2003, he saw it as an opportunity to jump start

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Meet the Post 3 candidates

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — The campaign for Post 3 on the Roswell City Council has become the most crowded race in Roswell’s fall election. A total of six candidates qualified for the special election: Hanny Alexander, Bassem Fakhoury, Sean Groer, Mike Nyden, Joe Piontek and George Vail.

Post 3, liaison to Administration and Finance, was recently vacated by former council member and mayor pro tem Donald J. Horton, after he resigned to pursue his bid for mayor.

All of the candidates answered questions about their campaign. To view full answers and additional questions, visit northfulton.com.

Hanny Alexander Background: Hanny Alexander has worked as a Roswell firefighter since 2004.

He was born in Nashville, Tenn.

What made you decide to run? I love living in Roswell - it is a great city for families and businesses. I want to ensure it continALEXANDER ues to be so — to be a place where people want to raise families. By not being a career politician, I will bring new, fresh ideas to the table.

What do you think are the key issues for the city and citizens? Parks, transportation and economic development.

Bassem Fakhoury Background: Bassem Fakhoury owns and founded a local repair company in 2013 and is involved with vari-

ous community interfaith projects around Roswell as well as on the Citizen Emergency Response Team.

What made you decide to run? I became concerned about the level of hate and divisiveness displayed FAKHOURY around the country. I believe in the importance of leveraging the contributions of the entire community towards making our city a better place to live in for everyone.

What do you think are the key issues for the city and citizens? I think the biggest concern is making the city thrive economically while preserving its historical identity.

Sean Groer Background: Sean Groer, his wife and two children have lived in the Chickering neighborhood in Roswell for nine years.

What made you decide to run? I feel like I can provide perspective on how to GROER innovate and modernize our city while still making it the community we want for our children.

What do you think are the key issues for the city and citizens? The challenge we face in Roswell is protecting what makes us special — our small town charm, while managing massive growth.

At the same time, Roswell homeowners are overburdened from a tax perspective — the ratio of business tax to residential tax is imbalanced compared to the cities around us.

Mike Nyden Background: Mike and his wife, Trudy, own a consulting company specializing in program managing the build of technology infrastructure for large events, arenas and mixed-use developments including Suntrust Park and The Battery, Atlanta.

What made you decide to run? I was surprised at Don HorNYDEN ton’s resignation, and then concerned about who had an interest in continuing the effort of the councilmen elected in 2015 and the voter’s direction. I think real progress has been made to repair our zoning, including protecting our neighborhoods and defending our historic areas and downtown.

What do you think are the key issues for the city and citizens? The key issues for the city should be exactly those of its citizens: fixing zoning and the Unified Development Code, jobs and traffic.

Joe Piontek Background: Joe Piontek is a Roswell native. He is a member of Roswell Rotary and the former president of the Willow Springs Homeowners Association.

What made you decide to run? Lately, I’ve seen a polarization in the politics of the city that has been very negatively perPIONTEK ceived by the business community, causing businesses to dismiss even attempting to open in Roswell and moving to the

warmer climes in Sandy Springs or Alpharetta. This is leading to a serious long-term imbalance in the city’s income balance and will eventually lead to much higher taxes on our residents.

What do you think are the key issues for the city and citizens? Development, taxation and traffic.

George Vail Background: George Vail’s financial and budgetary experience includes being a former director of an IT software consulting company where he managed a $30 million budget.

What made you decide to run? I have felt for some time that our city leadership has not been working well together, which has distracted them VAIL from focusing on the right problems and priorities with respect to growth, protecting our historic character and keeping Roswell moving. Our town needs to be better managed, planned and ultimately cared for with respect to the people who currently live, work and own businesses here.

What do you think are the key issues for the city and citizens?

Revising the Unified Development Code, improving transportation and working on economic development.

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Sound of the surf makes beach music to my ears If anyone with a news tip had trouble contacting me recently, let me offer my apologies. News is the coin of the realm in my world, and I am always ready to listen. But HATCHER HURD I was absent my Executive Editor hatcher@appenmediagroup.com post lo nigh on to nine days for some much needed R&R. Yes, My Lady Wife and I took some vacation leave along with my sister-inlaw Kevin Ann and her husband, Tom, to seek out the sunny Gulf Coast. We enjoy going in September because the college kids are all back in school, the snow birds from Canada have not migrated south for the winter, and thus we have a reasonably uncluttered beach to enjoy all to ourselves.

We have done this for several years now. We like the time of year because it is seldom stultifyingly hot, merely warm enough to appreciate the shade of an umbrella sturdily anchored in the sand.

We are fortunate in that we always go to the gulf side of the Sunshine State and it was the part that was mercifully spared the season’s two hurricanes. Indeed, most days there was scarcely any surf at all, just a smooth glassy expanse what looked like an endless lake.

Each morning, we would trek with beach paraphernalia in hand to stake out our plot of sand – or table by the pool. We enjoy both. Each day more or less unfolds as our whims shape the geography of the day.

We do have something of a to-do list – restaurants we want to try – or revisit – Tom wants a day of fishing.

I want ample time to crawl into that book I had been saving especially for this trip.

Editor’s note: I finished all of two chapters. Where does the time go?

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Roswell’s 5 mayoral candidates answer community questions Woman’s Club hosts open forum

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — The five contenders running for Roswell mayor were all at City Hall Sept. 26 to answer questions from the Roswell Women’s Club about their platforms. Questions covered a range of subjects, from recent tax assessments to the role of arts in the community, but some of the hottest topics focused on economic development, traffic and unity in the city’s politics.

This election season will bring a new mayor and an almost complete makeover over the City Council. All but two council seats, Posts 1 and 2, will change hands. None of the current councilmembers for Posts 3-6 are seeking reelection.

Also, the Nov. 7 election will include the race to replace longtime Mayor Jere Wood, who has held the position for 20 years. Wood was ordered out of office “immediately” by the Fulton County Superior Court in early August, but is still holding the seat while he appeals the decision.

Mayoral candidates – Lori Henry, Donald J. Horton, Lee Jenkins, Michael Litten and Sandra Sidhom - all agreed that the current administration has seen excessive divisiveness and difficulties working together. They likewise agreed that new leadership with fresh perspectives is necessary in Roswell.

“My way is just one way,” Litten said after emphasizing the need for both the council and citizens to work as a team.

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Those who are not registered to vote by the deadline will not be eligible to vote in the November elections.

• The election for mayor, along with four city council seats, will be held together Nov. 7.

If there is a runoff, which is likely for the mayor’s seat and the Post 3 special election, it will be held Dec. 5.

• Early voting will be held weekdays from 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m.

Oct. 16-Nov. 3. There will be two chances to vote early on the weekend – 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 28 and from noon to 5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 29.

• To see polling locations and to register to vote, visit roswellgov.com or fultoncountyga. gov.

the city, most of the candidates singled out the Holcomb Bridge corridor and Canton Street as some of the worst areas. Jenkins referred to Roswell as a “cut-through city” for commuters and pointed to more connectivity between existing streets as a possible solution.

Henry likewise stated that Roswell needs to bring more business and infrastructure to the city so residents don’t commute to nearby cities like Alpharetta for their work.

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From left are Roswell’s mayoral candidates Lee Jenkins, Sandra Sidhom, Donald J. Horton, Michael Litten and Lori Henry.

Horton said. He added that he already has existing relationships with local and state officials to help achieve that goal.

Sidhom pointed out that “good development” not only attracts more business, but is also sustainable, raises property value and makes the city more walkable.

The candidate forum was hosted and moderated by the politically neu-

tral Roswell Woman’s Club, in conjunction with Positively Roswell and Roswell NEXT. According to the Roswell Women’s Club, this forum saw a “record number of questions” and attendance.

To view the entire forum, visit youtube.com/watch?v=ABDRWa2DAiI. There will be another forum held Oct. 11 at 6 p.m. in High Meadows School for the 14 qualified city council candidates.

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Public meeting scheduled for North STEM campus Community to get look at plans, drawings for education center

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. - Parents and prospective students interested in the new science and technology school in Alpharetta are invited to an Oct. 12 community meeting hosted by Fulton County Schools. During the meeting, site plans and building drawings for the innovative campus will be presented.

Scheduled to open in August 2020 the science, technology, engineering, math – or STEM – school will offer a curriculum of college and career-focused pathways in the areas of health science, information technology and engineering.

The meeting is open to the public and will run from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Milton Center (former Milton High School) in downtown Alpharetta, where the new school will be located.

“At the meeting, leaders from the Operations, Academics, and Curriculum departments will be available to answer questions about the new facility, its academic programs, and the demolition of the existing building,” said Susan Hale, spokesperson for Fulton Schools.

The existing buildings on the site will be torn down to make way for the new campus, but the athletic fields will remain. The new campus will include wings containing each program of study, as well as a separate auditorium for both school and community use.

The buildings will encompass 243,000 square feet, including the auditorium, with a capacity of 1,500 students drawn from the 10 high schools across the system.

The North STEM High School is scheduled to open in August 2020 on the campus of the former Milton High in downtown Alpharetta.

The concept behind the STEM school is to offer a nontraditional high school experience that brings the business world into the “classrooms” to help build programs aligned both to student interest and workforce needs.

“The programs will provide students with the necessary tools and resources to make informed decisions about their paths of choice [after high school],” said Hale. “Students will have the opportunity to connect and work within local Atlanta businesses and industries as interns or observers.”

The North Fulton campus will be one of two STEM schools opening in Fulton in the next four years, with a second opening in South Fulton in 2021. Both schools are being funded by proceeds from the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax approved by voters in 2016.

While next week’s meeting is primarily intended to give the public a first glimpse of the innovative campus design, presentations will be given by the architect and land planner. “[We will] receive additional community input, [and] it is common that staff will continue to make minor modifications to the design based upon input through the design process,” Hale said.

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Crabapple roundabout begins to take shape Milton residents see concept plan

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Milton residents and those commuting through Downtown Crabapple got their first look at what could be a major traffic improvement last Thursday at a public information meeting. The city presented its first conceptual plan for the Mayfield Rod and Charlotte Drive roundabout and its proposed connection with the roundabout under construction along Birmingham Highway, dubbed the northeast connector.

The concept plan calls for a single lane roundabout at the intersection of Mayfield Road and Charlotte Drive. The route would then extend northwest to the roundabout at Birmingham Highway and McFarlin Road. Eight-foot wide sidewalks would be separated from the road by a six-foot wide grass buffer and run throughout the route.

According to a traffic study, the Charlotte Drive extension could cut the number of drivers turning left from Birmingham Highway to Mayfield Road by 30 percent during the morning rush hour. It is also projected to cut those turning left from Charlotte Drive onto Mayfield Road, then right on Birmingham Highway by 60 percent. There is also expected to be a 40 percent decrease in the number of drivers making a right turn onto Birmingham Road from Mayfield Road during peak times in the morning.

Sara Leaders, transportation engineer, said the feedback at the meeting

To take the online survey, visit www. surveymonkey.com/r/ NECrabapple. was “all positive,” even with the proposed plan affecting seven privately-owned parcels.

Leaders said the property owners have presented conceptual layouts for the roadway through their parcels.

The owner and city staff have worked together to develop the plan “so that everything works together,” Leaders said.

The concept plan calls for on-street parking near Birmingham Road, but the amount will be dictated by the city working with the property owners in that section of the roadway.

It’s still up in the air as to when drivers could reap the benefits of the plan because right-of-way acquisition can take time.

“We want to move it along as quickly as possible but there are a few unknowns,” Leaders said.

The project was first conceptualized in a Crabapple future plan in 2009 and was most recently included in the city’s Downtown Crabapple Placemaking Plan which was approved in May. Residents were able to provide comments on the project at last week’s meeting, and the city is also providing an online survey. Leaders said the city will be open to public comment for “a few weeks” before presenting the plan in a City Council work session.

After gathering City Council input, the city will draw up a final plan.

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Date set for Old Milton Log Cabin transport Historic structure will be relocated just down the street

The cabin has sat on the campus of the old Milton High School for decades since it was built between 1934 and 1935 by student members of the Future Farmers of America.

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – After nearly two years of planning and fundraising, a local group has set the date to transport the historic Old Milton Log Cabin to its new digs some 500 feet to the south on Milton Avenue.

The Alpharetta and Old Milton County Historical Society has hired a contractor to place the Depression-era structure on a trailer and move it to a small park the city purchased this summer.

The cabin has sat on the campus of the old Milton High School for decades since it was built between 1934 and 1935 by student members of the Future Farmers of America.

The move, scheduled sometime around noon Oct. 14, comes just weeks before the Fulton County Schools plans to clear the property to begin construction on a new math and technology school.

The Board of Education donated the cabin to the city in May once it determined the value of the structure was less than the expense to have it demolished.

“Things are going well,” said Mary Lee, who has helped spearhead the preservation campaign for the Historical Society. “We’re excited. We’re hoping to make a party out of it.”

So far, the nonprofit has raised a little more than $155,000 for the relo-

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The Alpharetta and Old Milton County Historical Society is leading an effort to save the historic Old Milton Log Cabin by having it moved down Milton Avenue. cation, but that will only cover the cost of the transport. More funds are needed to construct a foundation at the new site and possibly dig a basement, Lee said. Plans call for leaving the cabin on its transport trailer until a foundation is set.

In preparation, the front porch and back room to the structure have already been disassembled.

Timing for the move itself is up in the air because of the logistics involved in clearing utility lines and setting up traffic control on Milton Avenue.

Even so, the Historical Society is

planning to keep onlookers entertained at the nearby Alpharetta Masonic Lodge, 194 Milton Avenue. The event will include music from Atlanta-area musician Randy Elkins. He is the grandson of Pearce Elkins, the teacher and sponsor of the FFA Club at Milton High under whose oversight the Log Cabin was built.

In July, the Historical Society sponsored an open house at the cabin to help raise money for its preservation.

That event included old-time games for children, food and antique quilt displays. It also included a special visit

by George Jones, 96, one of the two surviving FFA students who took part in the cabin’s construction.

Now the Historical Society is turning its attention to graduates of the Old Milton High School to help put the project over the top, Lee said.

Of the funds raised so far, the organization has received $50,000 from the city and another $15,000 from the Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Pat Miller, president of the Historical Society, said donations are being accepted by mail by sending checks to Alpharetta & Old Milton County Historical Society, 1835 Old Milton Pkwy, Alpharetta, Ga. 30009.

Please write “Log Cabin” on the memo line. Donations can also be made on the organization’s website, www. aomchs.org; click on Log Cabin at the bottom of the page.

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Roswell chooses city administrator finalist ROSWELL, Ga. — The City of Roswell mayor and council have chosen Gary Palmer, Farragut Tennessee’s assistant town manager, as the finalist for Roswell’s vacant city administrator position.

The mayor and council will formally vote on Palmer’s appointment during an Oct. 10 special called City Council meeting, following the 5 p.m. committee meetings.

Palmer has 25 years of local government experience, serving as an assistant town manager, interim town manager, community development director, planner, GIS analyst and police officer.

He also served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1988 to 1992 and in the active reserves from 1994 to 2000.

He holds a master’s degree in public

administration and a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice with a minor in sociology from the University of Toledo. He also holds a certification as a Senior Executive in State and Local Government from Harvard UniverPALMER sity, and certification as Senior Executive from the University of Virginia.

“Gary Palmer will bring a lot of experience and enthusiasm to the job,” Mayor Jere Wood said. “There is going to be a transition period for the city next year with a new mayor and new council members, and I believe he is up for that challenge.”

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Created by Milton grad, Your Pie opens Milton location

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Milton High graduate Drew French began Your Pie in 2008, aiming to provide delicious pizza fast in a family atmosphere. Since then, the company has grown through franchising to include 49 locations from California to Chicago, with 50 more stores in developmental stages. And now the company is coming back to where it all started. Your Pie opened its Milton location Friday at 2955 Bethany Bend, near where the company’s founder grew up.

“To have a store in our hometown is cool,” French said. “My parents still live in the area.”

Following his Italian honeymoon, French opened the first Your Pie in Athens, featuring what he calls “the best pizza in the world,” with fresh ingredients and homemade sauces inspired by the Italian island of Ischia.

He also created a casual, family atmosphere.

“We wanted to talk to every customer and provide a great experience,” he said. “Milton is our 48th location and that mentality hasn’t changed. We still provide brick-oven pizza and do it in an atmosphere that is family friendly and a fun place to work and hang out.”

Your Pie’s focus goes beyond just providing tasty pizza, French said.

“We come into communities with the goal to make the community better,” he said. “We look to be a fabric of the community.”

One of the ways Your Pie benefits its locations communities is through its “Dine and Donate” events.

These benefits raise funds for local charitable organizations or causes. At

Created by former Milton resident Drew French, Your Pie opened a Milton location last week. its Milton location, Your Pie offered 1,000 free pizzas to collect monetary donations to benefit 104.7 The Fish’s annual Christmas Wish program.

Your Pie also offers benefit nights, in which a percentage of sales goes to local organizations.

The Milton Your Pie will be the second location under the ownership of brothers Jacob and Justin Patterson who also own the Roswell location.

Justin echoes the sentiment that Your Pie helps to better the community.

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Founder & President Most small Jones Simply Sales business owners typically work a seven-day week. While they may not be working every hour, they most likely are thinking about their small business all the time.

What is planned for next week, how to get the next customer, hiring decisions, and hundreds of other things, dayafter-day, week-after-week, and monthafter-month.

This can all add up. While taking some time off may be counter-intuitive thinking for a small business owner who works 24/7, it’s a necessity to avoid burnout, stress and health issues.

Most small business owners will tell you that if they are on vacation they can’t stop thinking about their business.

That’s OK. Some of the best new business ideas have been formulated from a beach chair or during a round of golf. Just because you are on vacation doesn’t mean you can’t do some valuable things for your business.

Taking some time off doesn’t have to be a lavish two-week vacation. It could be just a bunch of three- or four-day weekends. And while most people think of vacations as traveling somewhere, you actually can take time off without leaving your home.

As a hard working small business owner, there is no better time than the upcoming fall months to take some time off.

You may just come up with a great idea while having an umbrella drink on the beach that skyrockets your sales!

This is the time of year in Georgia when spurts of cool breezes blow through the humidity and heat and tickle our spirits into a state reminiscent of an old college buddy GEOFF SMITH popping in through Assurance Financial, the door to whisk gsmith@lendtheway.com you off to one more, wild weekend. Or at least into trying to be fancy with your writing of a business article.

Truth be told though, there are few places on the planet better than Georgia in the fall and spring. It’s a proven fact…probably. The weather is a big reason that so many people have moved down here – just ask someone from the great city of Chicago.

This time of year, those cool breezes move my attention to the mountains. Standing mountaintop, looking out miles and watching the wind blow up and down the red- and gold-covered hills and valleys, will lead you to a true moment where you say “there really is no other place I’d rather be.” And there are many great places to go in the North Georgia mountains. Blood Mountain is one of my favorite spots. It’s just north of Dahlonega and is an easy day trip.

You could drive up Ga. 400, enjoy the ride, park at the base of the mountain, hike to the top, enjoy the open views and be home in time for dinner. Or, better yet, eat on the square in downtown Dahlonega.

Georgia’s mountain towns have developed nicely over the years, and there is a wide variety of places to go visit. There are relatively large cities such as Dahlonega and Clayton that are surrounded by great parks and nature, but also have large commercial districts and hotels. Then there are also small towns like Blue Ridge

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I spent part of a summer in college working at Camp High Harbour, which long ago secured a prime spot on the lake. The owner of Waffle House had just bought the small mountain next to the camp and was in the process of blasting off the top of it so he could have 10 flat acres. I bet it’s interesting walking around the grocery store on the weekends there these days.

In Georgia, there are countless day hikes, waterfalls, small lakes and small towns. Oh – and canyons. Right.

Cloudland Canyon is one of our recent finds. It is awesome and is about a 20-minute drive from Chattanooga.

Last time we went we camped there and drove into the city for dinner. It was fantastic.

Bottom line is, it’s that time of year again. Do yourself a favor: just pick a spot and go.

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Perhaps the most visited, or most known, is Helen. This city was originally founded as a logging town, but in the last 1960’s reinvented itself as a Bavarian Alpine town lined with buildings modeled after many of the great south-German cities. It has become crowded over the years and is flooded throughout the day and night with sounds of loud motorcycles, but it has a thriving commercial district with shops and restaurants, is built along a much smaller and younger Chattahoochee River and is surrounded by awesome sites, like Anna Ruby Falls, Unicoi State Park and Dukes Creek Falls.

Blue Ridge and Hiawassee are two of my favorite North Georgia towns.

Both have nice-enough downtowns, good restaurants, and are surrounded by fat mountains. But what they also have are incredible lakes. Lake Blue Ridge and Chatuge Lake are surrounded by mountains, have clear water and whisper serenity.

That said though, if I’m talking about North Georgia lakes, I have no choice but to mention Lake Burton. As far as beauty and serenity goes, it has both Chatuge and Blue Ridge beat.

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Local woman opens veteran-only franchise Full-service junk removal business comes to Forsyth

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — After spending more than 20 years working more than 80 hours a week at a corporate job, Anita Tucker knew she wanted to change career paths.

“I was totally burned out,” Tucker said. “I realized I was hurting myself but, more importantly, my kids needed me. I am a single mother. I lost my husband eight years ago, so I was concerned that my children were losing another parent to a job that was not satisfying at all.”

She saw a news program featuring a national business called JDog Junk Removal and Hauling, a full-service junk removal company that removes almost anything, and suddenly everything clicked.

In August, she opened her own franchise in Forsyth County also serving surrounding communities including Hall and Gwinnett counties.

The company recycles, reuses or donates as much as it can to minimize items going into the landfill. They also do cleanouts, demolition and salvage

occasionally.

To open a franchise, the owner must be a veteran or a family member of a veteran, and the military mindset of respect, integrity and trust are translated to the business, Tucker said.

Tucker served in the Navy as a supply officer and is a Desert Storm veteran.

She said she is blessed to live in this country where everyone has opportunities like this.

“Being a woman and a veteran may be how you define me demographically, but it doesn’t define me as a person,” Tucker said. “I believe we all have tremendous opportunities. No matter who you are, there are going to be people who spit on your dreams or tell you what you should believe or act a certain way. Go with your heart and trust in God.” Since opening in August, Tucker said she has received tremendous support from the community, the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce and her customers.

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“In the corporate world, there is not a great sense of community, and I found that I really missed that,” Tucker said.

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WIRE & WOOD SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL

Hear dozens of singer-songwriters gather together to perform original songs and give music lovers a behind-the-scenes look at the stories that inspired their genres. Join the fun Oct. 6-8, 6-10 p.m. at various stages in downtown Alpharetta.

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CRABAPPLE FEST

What: Enjoy this art festival featuring over 100 local antique and art vendors, kids’ activities, local musicians, fantastic food and more.

When: Saturday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: 12650 Crabapple Road, Milton More info: 678-424-2533 or courtney. spriggs@cityofmiltonga.us

PICKLEBALL

What: Come check out pickleball. It is a combination of tennis, badminton and ping-pong.

When: Weekdays, Oct. 6-12, 9 a.m.8:30 p.m.

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What: Join this class of low-impact cardio and yoga and get a total body workout while focusing on flexibility, balance and cardio.

When: Friday, Oct. 6, 9:15 a.m.

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FALL CRAFT BAZAAR

What: The Roswell Ramblers Senior Citizen Club will host their annual bazaar, featuring handcrafted and unique creations. Proceeds from the event benefit local senior programs.

When: Saturday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Adult Recreation Center, 830 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

VIKING ENCAMPMENT

What: Learn about Viking culture, entertainment, fighting technique, clothing and crafts. There will be several free demonstrations and workshops, including a pagan wedding ceremony demonstration.

When: Oct. 7-8, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

FREE FITNESS IN THE PARK: ZUMBA

What: Join the free group exercise class with Fitness in the Park. This class will be Zumba and is open to the public.

The class is weather-permitting, so visit Roswell’s Facebook page for any cancellations.

When: Saturday, Oct. 7, 9-10 a.m.

Where: Roswell Town Square, 610 Atlanta St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

FREE OUTDOOR FITNESS: BAR-LESS BARRE

What: Taught by certified instructors, all participants are required to sign a waiver before the class with no registration needed.

When: Sunday, Oct. 8, Sign-in at 8:45 a.m., Class begins at 9:00 a.m.

Where: 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov/ RecreationandParks/ProgramsFitness/Free-Outdoor-Fitness

COOKING AND CRAFTS

What: Enjoy a fun way to experience history through simple recipes and heritage crafts enjoyed in the past.

Each class will include a cooking activity and a craft.

When: Thursday, Oct. 12, 4:30 p.m.

Where: 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek More info: autreymill.org

What: Alpharetta’s weekly gathering returns on Old Roswell Street with rotating food trucks and music each week. Six to eight food trucks from the Atlanta area will come out to help kick off the weekend early.

When: Thursdays, 5-9 p.m.

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

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, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., through Oct. 29 Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

CUMMING FARMERS MARKET

What: Come by for a chance to enjoy locally produced vegetables, meat, baked goods, honey, soaps, flowers, art, woodworking and more.

When: Wednesday and Saturdays, 6:30-10:30 a.m., through Sept. 30 Where: Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Road More info: cummingfarmersmarket.com

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., through October Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St. More info: roswellfam.com

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: CHOPIN PERFORMANCE

What: The Chopin Society of Atlanta will perform their annual piano recital.

This year Dina Yoffe, an internationally recognized and renowned pianist, will play.

When: Saturday, Oct. 7, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $5 More info http://chopinatlanta.org

SCHOOLSCULPTURES WITH KEVIN REESE

What: Students of Vickery Mill Elementary School worked under the guidance of SchoolSculptures founder, Kevin Reese, in creating a one-of-a-kind mobile for their school in this exhibit.

When: Through Oct. 31, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

ROSWELL’S RIVERSIDE SOUNDS CONCERT SERIES

What: Southern Avenue will be performing at this weekend’s Riverside Sounds Concert Series. This will be the last performance of the season with Memphis quintet Southern Avenue.

When: Saturday, Oct. 7, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Riverside Park, 575 Riverside Road, Roswell More info: 770-641-3705

LIBRARY EVENTS: GIRLS WHO CODE

What: This is a national club created with the goal to close the gender gap in technology and is open to girls in grades 6-12. Participants are asked to bring a personal laptop.

When: Saturday, Oct. 7, 10:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: erin.parks@fultoncountyga. gov

YOGA FOR EVERYONE

What: Start your Saturday with yoga.

Bring your yoga mat and water for this free class.

When: Saturday, Oct. 7, 11 a.m.-noon Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

YOUNG ARTISTS CLUB

What: This is a class to teach children art activities and creative techniques.

When: Saturday, Oct. 7, 4-5:30 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: karen.kennedy@ fultoncountyga.gov

LINE DANCING

What: Jean Chen will be teaching line dancing. Participants are asked to wear dance shoes or sneakers.

When: Tuesday, Oct. 10, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Alpharetta More info: karen.swenson@ fultoncountyga.gov

HAPPY TAILS/READING PAWS WITH BENTLEY

What: Children will read to Bentley, a trained registered therapy dog. They will work on their reading skills with this great listener.

When: Tuesday, Oct. 10, 3:30–4 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4050

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So you’re moving. You’ve got a lot to think about: packing up, arranging for movers, turning on utilities. But one thing you may not have thought about is getting to know your new neighborhood. This is especially important if you have children. Moving into an unfamiliar area can be frightening for kids and add to their anxiety that’s already high at the thought of this transition. To make it easier, below are some tips on how to get to know your new neighborhood, making the transition easier and happier for everyone.

If you’re moving to a new city or state: • Before you even get there, call the local chamber of commerce and request a packet of area information. Most are happy to oblige, getting the word out about their fair city. You can learn a lot from this material, including local history, the businesses in town, events, etc.

• Purchase a detailed map of the city. Sit down with your kids and look it

over with them.

After moving in: • As a family, drive around the area and find parks, the post office, the closest grocery store, a favorite chain restaurant, mall, bank, hospital, swimming pool, etc.

WEEKS • Again as a family, walk the neighborhood. Make a map of the neighborhood, marking down street names, bike paths, parks, tennis courts, etc. Any neighbors you meet this way, be sure to write down their names on the map where their house is.

• Don’t wait for the neighbors to come introduce themselves. The days of neighbors bringing cakes to welcome newcomers to the neighborhood are pretty much over, mostly because people are more busy than ever. On the weekend, why not whip up a batch of cookies and go door to door, introducing yourself and distributing goodies.

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Buyers have a hard time visualizing space. It is important to de-clutter, remove extra furniture, heavy drapery and neutralize the colors. The human brain finds it easy to process Balance and Symmetry so it is extremely important to bring those into your space to create a sense of “familiarity”.

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• Participate in your new community. Join your homeowners association and attend the meetings. Join the PTA. Volunteer at the local food bank. Your new neighborhood will feel like home in no time.

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Milton dominates rival Roswell; Alpharetta remains unbeaten in region

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Class 7A Milton 40, Roswell 7 — Milton improved to 4-1 with a lopsided win over rival Roswell Friday night, ending a three-game winning streak for the Hornets in the series.

The Eagles used 216 total yards and four touchdowns from quarterback Jordan Yates in the win.

Roswell (1-4) tied the game at 7-7 midway through the first, but Milton’s defense would hold the Hornets scoreless the remainder of the game, including forcing two turnovers in the red zone.

Dash Hairston brought in two touchdown receptions for Milton and DJ Albright returned a free kick 60-yards for an Eagles’ score.

Friday’s game was the 63rd all-time meeting between the programs.

Class 6A Alpharetta 35, North Atlanta 7 — Alpharetta remained undefeated in region play with a dominating win over North Atlanta (3-3, 1-3) Friday night.

The Raiders’ Matthew Downing scored a rushing touchdown and connected with Michael Marbaugh and Spencer Gaddis for three touchdowns in the win.

Nolan Edmonds and Kevin Watkins each scored a rushing touchdown and Jack Stanton recorded three sacks for the Raiders’ defense.

With their win and a loss from Chattahoochee, the Raiders (4-1, 3-0) now lead the Region 7-AAAAAA standings.

Cambridge 27, Johns Creek 7 — Midway through its season, Cambridge earned its first win on the road against Johns Creek Friday night.

The Bears’ Hogan Dykes connected with receiver Ridge Polk for three scores in the win, with Victor Valentine adding two field goals.

Cambridge led 17-7 entering the

fourth quarter and extended its lead with Polk’s third touchdown reception of the night.

The Gladiators’ only score came from quarterback Zach Gibson on a 3-yard rush midway through the third quarter.

Johns Creek fell to 2-2 in region play and will host cross-town rivals Chattahoochee this Friday.

Centennial 45, Chattahoochee 28 — Centennial (3-3, 3-1) won its third straight region game, and Chattahoochee (4-2, 3-1) lost its first Region 7-AAAAAA contest Friday night in Roswell. Both teams exchanged quick blows on long plays in the first quarter with Centennial clinging to a 24-22 lead with two minutes left in the first half.

Centennial would cap off its quick drive with a touchdown rush from quarterback Max Brosmer to lead by nine at the half. A touchdown reception from the Knights’ Julian Nixon extended the lead midway through the third. Nixon added another touchdown in the fourth to put the Knights up 45-22 before Hooch scored on a pass from Jack Corrigan to Max Webb in the final minutes.

Northview 35, Dunwoody 13 — After a defensive struggle in the first half, Northview’s offense opened the taps in the second to earn the Titans’ first win of the year (1-4, 1-2).

Titans’ quarterback Colton McDaniel hit David Diamond for a touchdown pass and extended the lead with a 1-yard sneak in the third quarter.

Dunwoody struck back with a touchdown in the fourth to put the score at 21-13, but a long drive and score from running back William Caylor allowed the Titans to cruise to the win late in the fourth.

end zone and made an acrobatic catch to tie the game as time expired.

Walker’s PAT secured the win and dropped Fellowship to 1-2 in region play.

Mount Pisgah 45, King’s Ridge 14 — Mount Pisgah (5-1, 4-0) opened a 28-0 lead in the first quarter that powered them to a region win over King’s Ridge (1-4, 0-3) Friday night. The Patriots used four plays of 25-yards or more in the first quarter with two touchdowns from Connor Pursell.

Patriots’ quarterback Jacob Cendoya added two passing scores in the second half as Mount Pisgah’s offense put up over 35 points for the fourth time this season.

Mount Pisgah remained undefeated in Region 6-A Div. B with the win and sits atop the region standings.

Mount Paran 41, Pinecrest Academy 7 — Pinecrest Academy remains

winless after Friday’s lopsided loss to region foes Mt. Paran.

The Paladins trailed 31-0 at the half against the No. 7-ranked team in Class A, and couldn’t find the end zone until late in the third quarter when Mickey Mangan scored on a 10-yard rush.

Pinecrest has lost five games in a season for the first time since 2013 and are winless through five contests for the first time since 2010.

Whitefield Academy 24, St. Francis 7 — St. Francis fell to Whitefield for the second straight year and dropped to 0-3 in region play with Friday night’s loss. The Knights’ had a quick start, with quarterback Sam Hines connecting with TJ Tampa on a 70-yard passing touchdown just 48 seconds into the game, but it would be their only score of the contest.

The Knights will host region standing leader Mount Pisgah Friday.

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CENTENNIAL 45, CHATTAHOOCHEE 28

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By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Centennial head coach Michael Perry gave his offense a concise goal for Friday night’s game against Region 7-AAAAAA leaders Chattahoochee — don’t turn the ball over.

The Knights were plagued by turnovers in their opening five games of the season, turning the ball over 14 times.

Giveaways had been a key factor in Centennial starting the season 0-3, and even keeping things close in last week’s win over Cambridge.

But Perry’s team heeded the message Friday night, earning a crucial region win by downing Chattahoochee 45-28 at home with no turnovers.

“Offensively we said all week we have to take care of the ball,” Perry said. “We had none [Friday night] and we were really clicking on offense.”

The Knights’ offense put up 558 yards of total offense in the win with big performances throughout its ranks.

Quarterback Max Brosmer went 1927 passing with 302 yards and three touchdowns. He also added a rushing score.

Many of those yards went to receivers Blane Mason and Julian Nixon.

Mason led the Knights with five recep-

tions for 145 yards, and Nixon had five receptions for 63 yards and two touchdowns.

Behind what Perry called his offensive line’s best performance of the season, running back Emeka Nwanze rushed for 175 yards, followed by Cal Dickie’s 54 yards.

“We were very efficient on offense,” Perry said.

While Centennial’s offense racked up 31 points in the first half, Chattahoochee also moved the ball effectively as both teams exchanged blows throughout the half.

Perry credited his defensive coaching staff for making adjustments at halftime and holding Hooch to a single, late touchdown in the second half.

“In the first half, I thought it was going to be one of those games that comes down to whoever has the ball last,” Perry said. “But the defense really picked it up in the second half.”

Hooch opened the scoring with a touchdown on its first drive but had the PAT blocked to lead 6-0. Centennial needed just three plays to take the lead on a Nixon touchdown rush.

Chattahoochee had a quick score of their own when Max Webb scampered for an 8-yard touchdown on the ensuing drive. Hooch then scored on the

2-point conversion to go up 14-7 with seven minutes remaining in the first quarter.

A field goal from the Knights’ Nicky Solomon and a Dickie rushing score put the Knights back on top with the game still in the first.

Centennial forced a turnover on downs in the red zone on Hooch’s next drive and extended their lead to 2414. Hooch quarterback Jack Corrigan then scored on a 6-yard rush, and the Cougars converted another two-point conversion to keep the shootout going.

With 29 seconds remaining before halftime, Brosmer rushed in the end zone from 7 yards out to put the Knights ahead 31-22.

Centennial added two touchdowns from Nixon in the second half. Hooch scored on a pass from Corrigan to Webb in the fourth, but it was too little too late for the Cougars.

Centennial’s win was its third straight after starting the season 0-3.

The Knights improved to 3-1 in region play and sit second in the standings behind Alpharetta.

“Our confidence level is high,” Perry said. “We’re getting better every week and the kids are trusting the process.”

Chattahoochee’s loss was its first in region play, dropping the Cougars to

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Centennial will play Northview (1-4, 1-2) on the road this Friday while Chattahoochee travels to play Johns Creek (2-4, 2-2).

WALKER 28, FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN 27

Missed extra point costs Paladins in final minutes

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Of all the plays in football, none may be less heralded but more important than the PAT. Even at the high school level, many players, fans and even coaches have come to expect that the crucial point following every touchdown is a sure thing.

But Friday night’s region matchup between Fellowship Christian and Walker proved there is no such thing as sure thing in football and showed the importance and gravity of the extra point.

With the game tied at 21-21 in the final minute of play, Fellowship freshman Lawson Haigler scored from 10-yards out to put the Paladins on top by six.

But Walker brought the house on the PAT, gaining penetration and tipping Jack Berands’ extra point try wide left. Berands entered the game 13-14 on extra points.

With 51 seconds left, Walker took over on offense with three timeouts in their pocket.

Using quick passes to the sideline, Walker moved the ball down the field to Fellowship’s 26-yard line. Walker’s first strike at the end zone was incomplete, and with just six seconds remaining, the Wolverines lined up for the mustscore play.

With the game on the line, Walker’s Lake Boyer found a seam in Fellowship’s secondary and made an acrobatic, diving catch in the middle of the end zone to tie the game as time expired.

But Walker still needed an extra point to seal the win.

Fellowship brought everyone to block, but the PAT sailed through the posts as the Wolverines rushed the field in celebration.

“I think both teams played well,” Fellowship head coach Al Morell said. “I think in the end, we had good coverage, their kid just made a heck of a play.”

The heartbreaking loss brought an

end to a hard-fought game for both teams with Fellowship Christian dealing with multiple injuries to its starters.

The Paladins started five freshmen in the game to account for injuries that have sidelines Fellowship’s quarterback, two running backs, right tackle and free safety.

Those injuries are exacerbated by the fact that Fellowship has a 50-player roster and most play both ways.

Walker’s Boyer bookended the scoring for the Wolverines. He returned the opening kickoff 90 yards for a touchdown to put Walker up 7-0 in the opening seconds.

“Anytime you have freshman starting, mistakes are going to be made,” Morell said. “Overall, our offense and defense played well but we have to cut out the mistakes.”

The Wolverines extended their lead later in the first with a 33-yard rushing score.

Fellowship then put up 21 unanswered points in a flurry of sec-

ond-quarter scoring.

Quarterback Brooks Bryant connected with Casey Barham for a 29yard touchdown pass to cut the lead to 21-7.

Barham then found the end zone again after blocking a punt and returning it 15-yards for a touchdown.

Fellowship earned the lead with James Milhollin scoring on a 37-yard rush late in the first half.

Walker tied the game late in the third quarter and the score remained 21-21 until the final minute of the game.

With the loss, defending region champs Fellowship fell to 1-2 in region play and fell to 1-3 all-time against Walker.

The Paladins will take on Whitefield Academy (3-2, 2-1) Friday and with no injured starters expected to return, Morell said his team will have to “grow up in a hurry.”

Fellowship has won the last two meetings against Whitefield by a combined score of 77-3.

Beach: Continued from Page 8 we sit at a table. It has nothing to do with that game of the same name that involves chasing a small white ball.

As I said, we spend a good deal of our time choosing which restaurants we want to indulge in. We think a lot about food actually. The two sisters, neé Everest, grew up in a large family and love to cook for as much as I love to eat.

Often we were faced with the dilemma of having to choose between eating out or sampling the gourmet recipes of My Lady Wife or Kevin Ann. Like as not, Tom and I would gallantly forgo eating out to allow one of our wives to whip up some new confection in the oven to our gustatory delight.

When the third Everest sister, Kim, joined us on Day Six of our sandy stay, we abandoned eating dinner out altogether (all the Everest clan of the female persuasion love to cook) and

Growth: Continued from Page 4

growth.

It didn’t happen – not for another decade.

In 2012, the city invested $31 million to develop City Center, a mixed-use project that included a new city hall and space for retail, office and residential.

Attig said he hears from people who are concerned about residential density and the addition of apartments. But, he added, the city has numerous restrictions on high density, and the city will never face the challenges of a Buckhead or a Perimeter, where apartment buildings can tower 40 stories.

As for traffic, Attig said he hails from a small town in Iowa that had one restaurant, one tavern and one bank.

“But, guess what? We don’t have any traffic problems,” he said.

He wants to see the city continue its plan to build downtown.

“I think if we put on the brakes right now, a lot of the people who have invested in the city are going to be sadly disappointed and at some point they’ll probably will not survive,” he said.

Even with the restrictions in the Land Use Plan, City Planner Cook said many people do not recognize the measures city officials go to in order to ensure orderly growth. Many proposals that come to her department never even find their way to the Planning Commission, she said.

Moreover, Cook said, the City Council has amended the Land Use Plan several times to address public con-

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relegated local eateries to serving us the occasional breakfast or lunch.

So the days pass, with gentle breezes coming off the salt water and I am beguiled by the siren sound of the gentle surf lapping at the shore. I am living life in three-quarter time and scarcely noting the twittering of newscasts (or presidents for that matter).

Politics is deemed a gauche subject for the beach anyway. And Washington is far away, physically and spiritually.

Somehow the car found an “oldies” radio station all by itself. And everywhere we went – if we could be so stirred – the radio filled my ears with the sounds of my youth and beach trips long past.

Alas, all such reveries must end and I again find myself at my computer answering emails and delving into local campaign races. Yes it is business – which is to say politics – as usual.

But pardon me if there is no hop in my step. If my attention may seem to wander, pay it no mind. If I have a faraway look in my eye, pay it no mind.

It is only beach lag. cerns, such as increasing the minimum required residential lot size outside of the Milton Avenue and Main Street core area.

This month, the City Council will consider a proposed change that would lower recommended heights outside of the core area, she said. It will also consider incentives, such as allowing gravel parking areas and parking reductions, to encourage properties to preserve existing structures.

“We feel very confident with the plan we have,” Cook said. “That’s not to say we don’t go back and ask for changes.”

DEATH NOTICES Patricia Boyd, 85, of Suwanee, passed away September 21, 2017. Arrangements

by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Lawrence Browning, 83, of Cumming, passed away September 26, 2017. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Darryl Tim Campbell, 55, of Cumming, passed away September 20, 2017. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

Kenneth A. Doeding, 85, of Cumming, passed away September 23, 2017. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

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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, Alpharetta, Georgia.

ONLINE AUCTION BY CITY OF ALPHARETTA The City of Alpharetta, in conjunction with GovDeals, Inc., will conduct a CONTINUOUS online auction to sell surplus material, equipment, and vehicles. To view the surplus items or to place a bid, please visit www.govdeals.com.

All sales will be final to the highest bidder and sold as is, where is, with no warranty expressed or implied. The City of Alpharetta and GovDeals, Inc. reserve the right to reject any and all bids, and the right to waive formalities.

Once the items are sold, the coordination of the actual removal of the items must be completed by the selected party.

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More than 25 performers on 6 stages:

SHAWN MULLINS MATTHEW SWEET • ALLEN STONE JAMES MCMURTRY • CHELY WRIGHT RANDALL BRAMBLETT • AMY LAVERE • SETH WALKER MICHELLE MALONE • AJ GHENT (J-ent) GARY NICHOLSON • TOMMY TALTON CHASING LOVELY • BILL SHEFFIELD • ELIOT BRONSON ROBBY HECHT • DAVIN MCCOY • CARLY BURRUSS ROSS NEWELL (of The Mulligan Brothers) ALEX GUTHRIE • JENNIFER SIMPSON JESSIE ALBRIGHT & FOSTER BLUES • THE MOSLEYS

OCTOBER 6–7, 2017 FRIDAY, Oct. 6 • 6 – 8 PM AVALON – FREE ENTRY FRIDAY, Oct. 6 • 7 – 10 PM DOWNTOWN ALPHARETTA – FREE ENTRY SATURDAY, Oct. 7 • 5 – 10:30 PM DOWNTOWN ALPHARETTA – TICKET REQUIRED $40 in advance, $45 at gate

ESOEBO • MADONNA NASH • SARAH CARTER

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