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Bundled against temperatures in the 20s, celebrants press their way up Academy Street Monday in the annual MLK Day Unity March from St. James United Methodist Church to Alpharetta City Hall.
King Day celebration draws capacity crowd
James H. Salley, associate vice chancellor for Institutional Advancement for Africa University in Zimbabwe, speaks to visitors Monday at St. James United Methodist Church in Alpharetta.
Close to 500 people crowded St. James United Methodist Church in Alpharetta Jan. 20 to sing, share their faith and get energized at the annual Martin Luther King Day tribute. The event drew people of all colors and faiths who cheered messages of unity and commitment to establishing justice for all people. “The only way to bring about justice is to stand for justice,” said Rabbi Michael Bernstein of Gesher L’Torah in Alpharetta. St. James Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Michael T. McQueen asked the crowd to look around the sanctuary and see
the world as it should be, with no race discrimination, no age discrimination. Featured speaker was James H. Salley, associate vice chancellor for Institutional Advancement for Africa University in Zimbabwe. Salley said the legacy of Martin Luther King, to love and serve humanity, lives on today. Change, he said, requires a daily commitment to make a difference, and he stressed the third Monday in January is the perfect time to start. “Today is a day on, not a day off,” he said. — Patrick Fox
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ROSWELL, Ga. — Police are investigating a Jan. 8 incident in which two suspects, a man and a woman, robbed a man at gunpoint after he drove the woman to a hotel. The victim said that around 5 p.m. that day, he visited the Chevron gas station at Holcomb Bridge Road when he was approached by the female suspect. When she asked him for a ride,
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Jewelry, cash stolen from locked building ROSWELL, Ga. — Police are investigation a Dec. 30 burglary at a jewelry store on Holcomb Bridge Road in which $9,000 in jewelry and $10,000 in cash was reported stolen. Police responded to a burglary call at the location that evening. Police said the suspects had entered the store through the roof, where a security camera was pushed back, and a hole was cut through the roof close to the store’s safe. Inside the store, a second hole was cut in the wall of the safe. The jewelry and cash were stolen from the safe. Police said the suspects likely exited through the back door, which appeared to have been pried open from the inside.
Woman loses thousands to fake ‘Apple’ technician ALPHARETTA, Ga. — An Alpharetta woman contacted police Jan. 6 after she realized she had been scammed out of $25,000 by someone claiming to represent Apple. On Black Friday, Nov. 29, the woman received an email that appeared to be from the company. The mail said there was fraud on her computer and provided a number to call.
the man said he initially refused but relented when the female suspect said she was cold and shivering. The man drove the woman to La Quinta on Old Holcomb Bridge Road. At the hotel, the man was accosted by a male suspect, who pointed a gun and demanded the man’s wallet and truck keys. After the man complied, the two suspects ran off.
When she called the number, she was engaged in an 8-9 hour conversation with a person who instructed her to buy gift cards and read off the numbers. Each time she complied with the request, the scammer said they had found more fraud on her computer. Eventually, the woman became suspicious and hung up. At that point, she realized she had spent $25,000 on gift cards. The woman said she had put off on making a report, because recent personal events had put her in a bad place mentally.
DUI arrests Paul Fisher Cooper, 24, of Autumn Ridge Trail, Roswell, was arrested Jan. 5 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for DUI and failure to yield. Adrienne Wilkinson, 25, of Aventide Lane, Milton, was arrested Jan. 9 on Kimball Bridge Road in Alpharetta for DUI, open container violation and failure to maintain lane. Marquita Hollingsworth, 33, of Lakeside Circle, Covington, was arrested Jan. 5 on Mansell Road in Alpharetta for DUI, failure to maintain lane, driving on a suspended license, obedience to a traffic control device and improper lane change.
Woman reports fraud after store’s data breach ALPHARETTA, Ga. — An Alpharetta woman contacted police Jan. 7 after she realized she had become the victim of credit card fraud following a data breach at Macy’s. In November, the woman bought a pair of shoes online from the company. Shortly after making the purchase, the woman received a letter about a data breach on the site. After the receiving the notification, the woman began to receive multiple letters about new accounts opened in her name at Sprint, Macy’s, AT&T and Sam’s Club. The accounts carried about $3,000 in fraudulent charges. The woman cancelled the accounts and requested a fraud alert on her credit.
Thousands in jewelry stolen in home burglary ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police are investigating a Jan. 4 burglary at a home on Kimball Way.
DRUG arrests Michael Serna, 31, of Weems Road, Tucker, was arrested on Jan. 6 on Mansell Road in Roswell for possession of a Schedule I drug, felony shoplifting failure to obey a traffic control device and driving on a suspended license. Henry Rodrigo Margulies, 49, of Glochester Place, Norcross, was arrested Jan. 3 on Rucker Road in Alpharetta for possession of Heroin and possession of drug-related objects. The homeowner reported having left that afternoon, only to find a rear window shattered when he returned eight hours later. There was also a 4-foot gap in his fence.
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Roswell chooses new vendor for river recreation services Shoot the Hooch disqualified after nearly 2 decades with city By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Those who love to “shoot the Hooch” in Roswell will be dealing with a new vendor when they go to rent their equipment this year. Longtime operator Chattahoochee Outfitters/Shoot the Hooch is out, following a 3-2 vote by the Roswell City Council Jan. 13. The council voted to contract with North Carolina-based Nantahala Outdoor Center for its river recreation and concession services that include canoe, kayak, raft, paddleboard, tube and bike rentals at Don White Memorial Park and Azalea Park. Council members Mike Palermo and Marcelo Zapata voted against the measure, and newly sworn-in Councilwoman Christine Hall abstained. Roswell-based Shoot the Hooch has worked with the city for about 18 years, but when it came time to renew, it failed to meet application standards set by the city. Instead, Nantahala was deemed the most responsive and responsible in the application process. “The primary reason for that is
[Nantahala] were the only ones that had at least three similar contracts in the last five years,” said Director of Finance Ryan Luckett. “They were really the only one that was available to be evaluated. The company, Shoot the Hooch, was deemed non-responsive because they were unable to meet that criteria.” Nantahala and Shoot the Hooch were the only two who submitted proposals for the contract. Shoot the Hooch General Manager Barbara Russell said this was the first time the company was required to meet the criteria. In the past, references from entities such as the Chattahoochee Nature Center, The Cottage School and local high schools have sufficed, she said. “This was the first [request for proposal] that was presented to us for bid that we were required to have three similar community-type relationships,” Russell said. “Unfortunately, we had two. We used the National Parks Services as a third one, but that one was disqualified. They said that one was an authorization, not a relationship. So, because we didn’t have a third one, we were disqualified.”
Roswell Director of Recreation and Parks Jeff Leatherman said that in 2014, the city had similar requirements for proposals, but Shoot the Hooch was the only respondent, so the criteria wasn’t relevant. “This isn’t a new requirement,” he said. Still, some council members said they were hesitant to vote in such a situation. Bill Odrey, owner of Shoot the Hooch, said the company failed on a technicality to “a newcomer that has no idea what to do with our part of the river.” “We’ve been providing service to Roswell for 18 years,” he said. “I don’t know what better reference I could possibly give you than this.” Odrey added that Shoot the Hooch had bid 21 percent of its revenue as the fee for concession if chosen, a number not included in the meeting’s agenda packet. City staff confirmed the figure and added that Nantahala had bid 7 percent. Shoot the Hooch has bid 5 percent in past years. Based on expected annual revenue, the city could have earned $84,000 if it con-
Roswell City Council changes hands The Roswell City Council swore in a new member at the Jan. 13 meeting and elected the new mayor pro tem. Councilwoman Christine Hall was officially installed for Post 3 as the liaison to transportation. She will serve a two-year term. Councilman Marcelo Zapata, Post 1 and liaison to community development, and Councilman Mike Palermo, Post 2 and liaison to public safety, were also sworn in to their second terms. One of the first items on the Jan. 13 agenda was the election of the mayor pro tem for 2020. Zapata was voted in unanimously.
tracted with Shoot the Hooch, Odrey said. “We went from nobody on the river 18 years ago to where you’re building a $10 million bridge and walkways because of the activity we have created,” he said. “We made everything safe. We honored Roswell… My life’s in Roswell. That’s all I can say.”
Alpharetta explores forming cultural arts commission By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Alpharetta City Council is working on a set of guidelines for formation of a cultural arts commission that would help guide local efforts to promote the fine arts. Alpharetta has been on somewhat of a campaign of late to turn more attention to its arts community. Just over a year ago, the city cut the ribbon on a new cultural arts center on Canton Street. The $3 million facility features visual arts studios, a digital media studio, a clay studio and a performing arts studio that seats about 50. It also includes gallery space and space for lectures and other arts events. Morgan Rodgers, director of Alpharetta Recreation, Parks and Cultural Services Department, said the purpose of the commission is for the council to have a direct line to the arts community through an appointed representative. The panel would include seven members, each appointed by the mayor and individual City Council members. Speaking at a Jan. 6 City Council workshop, Rodgers said that currently, the city’s volunteer Recreation Commis-
sion serves as a conduit from the arts community to elected officials. He said the proposal suggests that an arts commission would be able to act “as opposed to bringing it to council every time we want to put a sculpture up.” But council members said they don’t mind the bother. Mayor Jim Gilvin wanted clarification. “Let me make sure,” Gilvin said, “They do not have the authority to buy a 50-foot statue and put it in front of City Hall. It would still have to come to City Council for that. It would be a recommending board.” Rodgers said it was his understanding that the arts commission would approve the art that is to be placed around the city. Council members agreed the commission should be set up to work in an advisory capacity to the City Council. The final say on the purchase and display of public art should belong to the City Council, they said. Council members also steered clear of one provision that encouraged members of the cultural arts commission to pursue fundraising efforts on behalf of the arts. They said they were uncom-
The whole idea of an arts commission is to select art that is more in line with the majority of what people want to see.” Donald Mitchell Alpharetta City Council fortable with a quasi-government body soliciting for donations. “It’s not the fact of impropriety, it’s the potential appearance of impropriety,” Councilman John Hipes said. Other arts commission duties suggested in the draft include: Review and encourage programs for the cultural enrichment of the city. Review and recommend guidelines for art and culture contract programs that support community art and culture programming projects and may make annual funding recommendations to the City Council.
Propose methods to encourage private initiative in arts and culture. May advise City Council regarding the participation in or sponsoring by the city of artistic performances, programs or other cultural endeavors. May advise City Council on the preservation and care of all cultural landmarks owned by the city and on the design and location of city-owned or other statuary and works of art. Support and strengthen existing local organizations in the arts and culture fields. Increases public understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of cultural activities and all forms of art and culture. Advises and assists with the development of an Art & Culture Master Plan for the city. Councilman Donald Mitchell, who has led cultural arts development in the city for years, said he offered the idea of allowing commission members to fundraise, but in retrospect, it would probably be unwise. Ultimately, he said, he wants a greater community involvement in the arts. “The whole idea of an arts commission is to select art that is more in line with the majority of what people want to see,” he said.
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Roswell council votes to reinstate meeting transcriptions By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Unofficial meeting transcripts are making a comeback in Roswell. The City Council voted unanimously Jan. 13 to reinstate unofficial written detailed transcriptions of audio from certain city meetings. And while all council members supported the measure, details of funding and implementation were left to future consideration. The vote is to go into effect Jan. 27 for all City Council, committee, Board of Zoning Appeals, Design Review Board, Historic Preservation Commission and Planning Commission meetings. The City Council stressed in the vote that the transcriptions will be for informational purposes only. City officials said transparency was the driving factor behind the decision, but they seemed at odds when it came to the practicalities. Questions about funding, staffing, how detailed the transcriptions should be and whether or not to use an electronic transcription service were volleyed about for over 90 minutes. Councilman Matt Judy said he had wanted to bring up the decision at the Jan. 14 Administration, Finance and
Recreation and Parks Committee meeting first before voting on it formally at a regular City Council meeting. “This was a prime example why they go to committee,” he said. “I think there’s too many questions to be answered tonight.” Other council members disagreed, saying that the decision has been a long time coming. The benefits, said council members Mike Palermo and Marcelo Zapata, are numerous, including easier access for citizens of all stripes and abilities to learn about and engage with their city. The City of Roswell stopped providing unofficial transcriptions summer 2018 in a split, informal vote, with Mayor Lori Henry and council members Palermo and Zapata unsuccessfully voting to retain the services. Prior to that vote, the city had provided unofficial meeting transcripts for 17 years. The city never stopped providing official written minutes, a stripped-down record of City Council meetings that includes information on who voted for what, as required by state law. Since the transcription services ended, the two part-time employees who performed the work were retrained to assist in open records fulfillment. The additional staff for records
The City of Roswell stopped providing unofficial transcriptions summer 2018 in a split, informal vote. requests was sorely needed, City Clerk Marlee Press said. Press did not recommend returning the two part-time employees to transcribing meetings. “If we now take them away to try to get them to help do these minutes, it’s really going to take away our ability and transparency to get things done in our open records department,” Press said. “To tell you the truth, we really don’t have staff that can really do these minutes for us.” She estimated that it took the employees about 1.5 weeks on average to transcribe a three-hour meeting. Several residents spoke in favor of reinstating transcripts and questioned why the city had not looked into electronic transcription services. Some also spoke out about accessibility. “It’s really important that we pay attention to our citizens who don’t access the same way that many of us do,” said
resident Elizabeth Norris. “There are people who cannot access videos, and they need those text documents to read the record of what’s been said. I think it’s very, very important that we have text documents that are verbatim what’s been said so that we can access what’s happening in our city government.” After voting to reinstate unofficial transcriptions, the mayor and City Council took the discussion to the Jan. 14 Administration, Finance and Recreation and Parks Committee meeting, where elected officials reaffirmed their decision. Councilman Matthew Tyser urged staff at the committee meeting to look at outside sources and electronic transcription services for greater efficiency and faster turnaround. Councilwoman Willsey floated the idea of a combination of electronic and human transcription. Staff is working on selecting appropriate options to present to the City Council.
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Roswell honors Rev. Frank Lewis in street renaming City memorializes longtime minister By HATCHER HURD For The Herald ROSWELL, Ga. — Friends, family and parishioners of Zion Missionary Baptist Church gathered Jan. 17 at nearby Waller Park to celebrate the memory of one of its leading citizens, the Rev. Dr. Frank Lewis, with the rededication of a street renamed in honor of the church’s longtime minister. Dobbs Drive, the entrance to Waller Park off of Oxbo Road, was rechristened Frank Lewis Drive to honor his 30 years of unstinting service to the community. The move to rename the street was brokered by the Frank Lewis Legacy Foundation. It is a nonprofit local organization dedicated to work for the community and support the institutions he helped found such as North Fulton Community Charities and the Groveway Community Center. The Rev. Lewis and his wife Mamie first came to Roswell as Zion Baptist Church’s minister in 1969. It was a time of transition and political turmoil as schools across the nation began to deal with school integration and the civil rights movement. Lewis and then-Mayor W.L. “Pug” Mabry worked to ensure the civil unrest visited on many communities did not manifest in Roswell. Lewis was always involved in the community. His efforts included the Grove Way Community Center, helping to found North Fulton Community Charities and serving for decades in the prison ministry Chiros.
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Roswell Traffic Operations Manager Mike Elliott, kneeling, presents Mamie Lewis, front, with the street sign bearing the name of her late husband, the Rev. Frank Lewis. Standing from left are the Frank Lewis Legacy Foundation Board members Virginia Saulsbury, Delores Washington, Byran Harbin, George Conway, LeAnn Fleming, Robert Washington, Dr. Darold Foote’, the Rev. Julius Cooper, De’Borra Rimple and Lorraine Head. Under the reverend’s guidance and leadership he grew his church from fewer than 200 members when he came in 1969. Zion Baptist Church today is a thriving community of 2,500 parish-
ioners on a $12 million campus in the Groveway community. Lewis was a firm believer in the values of Scouting and revived the church’s dormant Scout Troop 206 and turned
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it into a vital part of the community and young black boys. The number of Eagle Scouts the troop produced led to Scouting to present him in 2007 with its highest adult honor, the Silver Beaver, in recognition of his work with the young men of his church. “Scouting is responsible the man I became,” Lewis said in accepting the award. In turn, he wanted to give that opportunity to hundreds of his young men growing up in the Grove Way community served by his church. No young person was denied participation in Scouting at Zion Missionary Church for lack of financial resources. At his Silver Beaver presentation, Lewis took special pride in that the other Silver Beaver Award recipient, Kenneth Barton, was a Scout leader who had come up through the Scouting ranks as a Zion Troop 206 Scout. “Reverend Lewis leads us all,” Barton said at the time. “We want to do well to please him.” Former Roswell Mayor Jere Wood knew Lewis the entire 20 years of his tenure as mayor. “Rev. Lewis was not political by nature, but he had a way of making the wishes of the black community known. He helped ensure that the wants and needs of [Groveway] were made known to the city and we were happy to work with him,” Wood said. “He was a good friend to the city,” Wood added. “Together, we avoided a lot the problems other communities were having.” He pointed to the city’s Black History Month as just one example of city government and its citizens cooperating and working together. “He supported the city and helped us attract good people,” Wood said.
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Kemp continues focus on education issues for 2020 Governor pledges fully funded schools, teacher pay increase By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com ATLANTA — Standing on the “platform” on which he was elected, Gov. Brian Kemp continued his focus on education and his plans for the state’s 2,000-plus public schools and their 2 million students. In his Jan. 16 State of the State address to legislators in Atlanta, Kemp frequently referenced his roots in the construction business, comparing it to Georgia as it stands today, and his goals for the future. “I tip my hat to [former] Gov. Deal and the lawmakers who came before me, those who poured the concrete and laid the footings,” said Kemp. Last year, Kemp’s first statewide address focused on school safety in the aftermath of high-profile acts of school violence across the nation. He pledged a $30,000 grant for every school in the state — at a cost of $69 million — to beef up measures to protect students. Moving forward, Kemp said his focus now is the learning environment inside the schools. “In year two, it’s time to set our sights on the sheet rock, the siding and the bricks,” said Kemp. “Each side of the structure will protect those on the inside by providing an environment ripe for learning, opportunity and growth.” The governor also committed to fully funding Quality Based Education (QBE) which provides state dollars to public schools, reducing the number of man-
dated tests for students and completing the dismantling of the highly maligned Common Core standards. While he outlined few specifics in the state address, Kemp pledged to provide teachers with the rest of the $5,000 raise he promised on the campaign trail. Last year, teachers received a $3,000 raise with the promise of the remaining money this year. “In my budget, I have included a $2,000 pay raise for all public school educators [to enhance] retention rates, boost recruitment numbers and improve educational outcomes,” Kemp said. “By investing in our educators, we can build a strong house.” The budget will ultimately be approved by state lawmakers, who have expressed concerns about funding the raise. A $2,000 pay bump will cost taxpayers an additional $350 million annually. House Speaker David Ralston hedged the governor’s promise, releasing a statement noting “many groups in our state need pay raises, teachers, for one, law enforcement, many others” but pledging support if the money is there. Despite a robust economy, tax revenues in Georgia are falling short. Kemp has already ordered most state agencies to cut their FY21 budgets by 4 percent. The governor also focused on reducing the threats of gang violence, slipping in a dig at the media which he said “refuse to acknowledge our gang crisis.” “Under the bold leadership of [the Georgia Bureau of Investigation], we are partnering with local law enforcement and prosecutors to stop and dismantle” gangs throughout Georgia,” Kemp said. He noted gangs are linked to sex trafficking, which has reached epidemic proportions in Georgia.
Early bills focus on education The 2020 Session of the Georgia General Assembly officially kicked off on Jan. 13 with 236 senators and representatives gathering under the gold dome for the 40-day legislative session. No date has been set for the end of the session. Last year, the legislature concluded on April 2. While topics surrounding casinos, gambling and income tax rates may grab headlines, issues surrounding education and schools will once again be plentiful. Here is a look at bills introduced in week one in the House and Senate which impact schools across Georgia. HB 444: “The Dual Enrollment Act.” Aims to refine the process in the popular (and expensive) state-funded program that allows high school students to earn college credits, certifications and degrees. This bill would set a credit hour cap, revise course offerings and limit student eligibility beginning next school year. HB 736: Establishes a loan forgiveness program for science, technology, engineering, arts and math teachers who agree to teach for at least five years in an underperforming (turnaround eligible) school, and have a tuition loan balance from a state college or university. HB 741: Creates and defines a master teacher program in schools with a contract amendment or intervention contract.
HB 764: Expands the state law to allow unused or “surplused” public/ state facilities to be made available to charter schools. HB 783: Raises the age students can drop out from any public, private or home school program from 16 to 17 years old. HB 784: Allows local boards to discuss, vote upon, review or assess school safety plans in executive session. Current law exempts safety plans from open records. This bill makes the law clearer for boards. HR 893: Proposes a constitutional amendment to lower the voting age to 16 for school board elections and school funding (i.e. SPLOST) ballot questions. SB 298: Adds vaping and smoking information to the required drugs and alcohol curriculum and includes changes in the criminal code around vaping.
Fulton County commissioners delay action on 2020 budget By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY — Fulton County commissioners are the final stages of locking down the county’s 2020 budget, but first, they have to decide how to spend a $20.4 million windfall. The total budget is $1.78 billion, an increase of about 6.2 percent over the 2019 budget. The general fund budget, which pays for day-to-day operation of county government, sits at $758 million, up 5.5 percent. The budget projects the county will be able to lower its property tax rate from 9.89 mills based on the multi-year financial plan and projected growth within the county. However, the tax rate will not be set until this summer. The budget includes priorities al-
ready approved, such as a new $32.5 million animal shelter, the rollout of new election equipment, improvements to senior centers and senior services, and pay-for-performance employee compensation. “Those investments in people and assets have allowed us to exceed our customer satisfaction targets of 80 percent again this year,” County Manager Dick Anderson said. “That’s four years in a row citizens have indicated a high level of satisfaction with our services.” In 2019, the county exceeded its midyear revenue projections of $699 million by $24.7 million. With actual expenses passing expectations by $4.3 million, the county was left with an extra $20.4 million to consider for its 2020 budget. The 2020 budget leaves a reserve balance equal to 16.7 percent of total
expenditures, but also allocates some of the additional money to strengthen IT infrastructure. On Jan. 8, Commissioner Bob Ellis moved for approval of the county manager’s budget proposal, which was seconded by Commissioner Lee Morris. “Looking at what you’d originally proposed, looking at the changes here and where we want to focus and what’s going on around us in the environment, it’s a pretty fair and smart allocation of funds,” Ellis said. However, some commissioners were disappointed their requested items were not funded and wanted to see more funding for court services. “We took all requests from commissioners and departments and vetted them,” Anderson said. Some of the requested court improve-
ments were not included in his recommendation because of the large number of vacancies in those department. Right now, he said, there are about 50 vacancies across the district attorney, solicitor general and public defender’s offices and more than 250 throughout the whole justice system. “We are recommending that we continue to work with the justice partners on reform and recommendations that are emerging before we add new resources,” Anderson said. “I think we have plenty of slack to pick up before additional resources are required.” In a 4-3 vote the budget was held until the next meeting, with Ellis, Morris and Chair Robb Pitts casting the dissenting votes. The commissioners’ next scheduled meeting was set for Jan. 22.
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Arts Alpharetta presents gallery, film focused on nature By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Nature can be easy to forget while surrounded by the hubbub of everyday life in the suburbs, but a new gallery show and film screening hosted by the Alpharetta Arts Center showcases the importance and beauty of it. The Arts Center recently opened the new exhibit “Natural Expressions,” which contains photographs of the natural world captured by local members of the Georgia Nature Photographers Association. The exhibit runs through March 6, with the opening reception on Saturday, Jan. 25 from 5-7 p.m. “In mid-2019, the GNPA approached Arts Alpharetta about doing a show this year, and since they have such stunning work to share with our community, it was an easy ‘yes,’” said Arts Alpharetta board member Mike Buchanan. “The Alpharetta chapter of the Georgia Nature Photographers Association is part of the umbrella groups that benefit from Arts Alpharetta and City of Alpharetta grants.” The exhibit was organized by Lee Friedman and features finalists Susan Branham, Eli Marie Blanton, Allison Howell, Tom Simpson, Everett Sizemore, Lazlo Soti, Thomas Yackley and Bob Zell. The benefits of nature, according to Buchanan, are numerous.
“Living life indoors and looking at screens has negative consequences for health, stress levels and creativity,” he said. “Man’s connection to nature is woven into our DNA, and we ignore that at our peril.” In conjunction with the exhibit, the Arts Center will show a screening of 2016 documentary “Nature Matters” on Monday, Jan. 27 from 7-8:30 p.m. The program includes a discussion with Director Barbara Ann Temple and Buchanan, who was a screenwriter for the film. The documentary follows 10 inner-city youths when they explore nature for the first time in their lives. “[‘Nature Matters’] focused on the impact of nature on our lives and the consequences for the present generation that goes outside less than any ever,” Buchanan said. “We thought the nature photography show would be a perfect setting for the film.” The screening is the first in a new series presented by Arts Alpharetta called Movie Monday. On the last Monday of each month this year, it will host a new film. The February film will feature “Saving Farmhouse,” a documentary short focused on the history of Alpharetta and the site of the city’s first non-Native American settlement in 1838. For more information about the exhibit and upcoming Arts Alpharetta events, visit artsalpharetta.org.
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Arts Alpharetta board member Mike Buchanan views works from the Alpharetta Arts Center’s latest exhibit, “Natural Expressions.”
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COMMUNITY
Chattahoochee Nature Center shares future bridge plans By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — The Chattahoochee Nature Center is working to provide visitors with a new perspective of the river. As part of an ongoing capital improvement campaign, the Chattahoochee Nature Center has created plans for a new bridge over Willeo Road from its campus to the Chattahoochee River. Nature Center Executive Director Chris Nelson spoke about the bridge and other projects in the works at the Jan. 16 Roswell Rotary Club meeting at Roswell Area Park. The bridge, which will be ADA compliant, would provide easier access for pedestrians to cross Willeo Road while enjoying the Nature Center or stroll along the boardwalk trail. Since the boardwalk trail was installed by the city, it has seen upwards of 15-16 ,000 visitors a month, Nelson said. The elevated bridge will help take pedestrians to new sights. “You’re going to be able to walk on a beautiful, LED-lit walkway and look at the night sky,” Nelson said. “And you’ll be able to use it during the day for educational programs and events. And
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Chattahoochee Nature Center Senior Director of Operations Henning Von Schmeling displays a red shouldered hawk the organization helped rehabilitate. Von Schmeling, along with Executive Director Chris Nelson, spoke at the Jan. 16 Roswell Rotary Club meeting at Roswell Area Park. The talk included details about the Nature Center’s plans for a pedestrian bridge over Willeo Road. going out at night — the river is very magical at night. At night is when you see a lot of wonderful animals. That’s
when you really see the river otters out there that a lot of people that live in Roswell, even along the river, have never seen before.” The bridge is part of Phase I of the capital improvement campaign. The total monetary goal of the campaign is $8.3 million. As of Jan. 16, the Chattahoochee Nature Center is more than halfway to its goal. With a few thousand dollars more, the organization will be able to start on Phase I and the bridge, Nelson said. Other campaign improvements include upgrades to the boardwalk owned
Sponsorship opportunities available for Alive in Roswell 2020 ROSWELL, Ga. — Local businesses now have sponsorship opportunities for one of Roswell’s biggest annual events: Alive in Roswell. Every year, thousands of people flock to downtown Roswell to experience the event. This street festival offers opportunities for sponsors to showcase their businesses and services and their commitment to the community. “Alive in Roswell offers an unprecedented opportunity for local businesses and organizations to put their products and services in front of thousands of people in a dynamic and exciting atmosphere,” said Christine Ward, special events manager for the City of Roswell. “We’ve had great feed-
by the Chattahoochee Nature Center along the Chattahoochee River, upgrades to outdoor classrooms, and a new driveway and trail to provide easier and more visible access to the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Kingfisher Hall will also see major renovations. Nelson also took time at the meeting to cover some recent changes to the Chattahoochee Nature Center. The Screaming Eagles Aerial Adventure Zipline was added last year to draw more visitors in other age demographics. The Nature Center mostly sees children, parents and grandparents, Nelson said, so they wanted to find programs and activities that appealed to students and young adults. Other unique programs include pollinator gardens and two greenhouses. About 95 percent of the greenhouse and garden produce is given to one of the Nature Center’s partner organizations, North Fulton Community Charities, to distribute fresh food to local families in need, Nelson said. The Chattahoochee Nature Center also provides wellness visits for patients of local hospitals and disability centers to immerse them in nature. These programs provide several therapeutic benefits during the recovery process for many, including, for example, breast cancer survivors, Nelson said. “It really helps people get back into their life and reconnect with their families, friends, businesses,” Nelson said. “That program was so successful… that it was picked up by the New York Times.” For more information about the Chattahoochee Nature Center and its programs and events, visit chattnaturecenter.org. back from our past sponsors and can’t wait to add more local businesses to our line-up.” Hosted by the City of Roswell and made possible by presenting sponsors Gate City Brewing Company and Carl Black Buick GMC, Alive in Roswell is held on the third Thursday of each month from April through October, from 5-9 p.m. It runs concurrently on Canton Street, in East Alley and at Historic Roswell Town Square. The event series features musical entertainment, hundreds of vendors, kids’ games and interactive entertainment — and it enjoys participation from the surrounding boutiques, businesses and restaurants. For more information and to download the sponsorship packet, visit aliveinroswell.com or contact Ward at cward@roswellgov.com or 770-5946271.
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We’re starting to land really qualified production companies. Andy Williams, Visit Roswell executive director
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Roswell makes strides in courting film industry Lifetime movie filmed at Roswell City Hall By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell’s new initiative to attract the film industry has borne fruit, most recently with the filming of a Lifetime original movie at City Hall. And the city is prepared to extend efforts further. It’s all thanks to the Mayor’s Movie Task Force, which was created this summer to analyze the industry and market Roswell as a film-ready city. Mayor Lori Henry praised the task force’s successes. “We are lightyears ahead of where we were even a year ago,” she said. The task force — made up of staff from the City of Roswell, Visit Roswell and Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce — identified five areas they want to tackle to make Roswell more film-friendly, including perception, resources, ease of process, opportunities and recruitment. According to Visit Roswell Executive Director Andy Williams, Georgia is currently the number one filming location in the world. But when film scouts search for filming locations in the North Atlanta area, they are directed inside Atlanta. The Mayor’s Movie Task Force is changing that, with a newly updated Film Roswell page on the Visit Roswell website. The city has worked with ReelScout, used by the film industry to scout locations, to create a section on the site featuring only Roswell locations and businesses. Williams said there are several benefits to bringing the film industry to Roswell.
Films, for example, provide jobs for local businesses, such as caterers, carpenters, electricians, hair stylists, makeup artists and plumbers. Roswell felt those benefits in November with the Lifetime filming of “You Can’t Take My Daughter,” which generated about $78,500 for the city in four days. And Roswell has a unique draw for the film industry: it’s vacant jail. “The fact that we have a vacant jail right now is huge,” Williams said. “Not a lot of communities offer that. It’s one of the most highly sought-after pieces of inventory.” Henry learned about the attractiveness of the jail firsthand at an Atlanta convention for the film industry. “I said we’ve got an empty jail in Roswell, and you could have heard a pin drop,” Henry said. “Everybody, all of these scouts, came rushing at us.” Since the inception of the Mayor’s Movie Task Force, it has received 34 film leads. Of those, it won five, lost 20, has four active and has five inactive. By comparison, between January 2018-June 2019, Visit Roswell had about half that, at 16 leads. Some of the latest leads, like Lifetime, are big studios such as Marvel, DC and Warner Bros, Williams said. “We’re starting to land really qualified production companies,” he said. Some of the common reasons for losing a lead range from the company deciding to build a set at a movie studio, the business or property owner declined interest, Roswell didn’t have the needed asset or inventory or physical space didn’t align with the need. “What we need to prepare for is that we’re going to lose a lot,” Williams said. “I don’t mean that in a bad way. I mean
Georgia’s film industry by the numbers The following numbers are based off statistics about Georgia’s burgeoning film industry as compiled by the Mayor’s Movie Task Force in Roswell.
$9.5 billion
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105 active or upcoming TV productions
$4.6 billion
in Georgia as of Spring 2019
total wages in Georgia that the motion picture and television industry generated
300 new businesses that have relocated or expanded in Georgia since 2010 to support the industry
92,100 jobs that because the quantity of leads we’re going to get is going to increase, and every other community, in some form or fashion, is touching film. If location scouts don’t see what they like, they’re going into another community or simply go into a film studio and build it.” Going forward, the task force already has several plans to increase its inventory and generate more leads.
It plans to soon establish quarterly community workshops to educate property and business owners about working with the film industry and how to post listings on ReelScout. It is also planning to create a sizzle reel advertising the city and its assets and to create incentives for filming in Roswell. For more information about filming in Roswell, visit visitroswellga.com/film.
BUSINESSPOSTS
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E-signed closings a sign of the times We are now 12 years removed from the recession that crashed a huge party in our country, spurring regulators and policy-makers to implement stiff new checks-andbalances. I was asked by a friend the other day: “are we better off now?” I would say yes, in many ways Geoff smith we certainly are. I cannot speak Assurance Financial, for the highest levels of this indusgsmith@lendtheway.com try. If you read “The Big Short,” the one entity that really had the ability to stop the crisis was the ratings agencies who were rating very risky loans as if they were top-tier. Whether it was because they were goaded to do so or because they were just sloppy, it could have prevented some of the country’s largest investment firms from investing in what they may have thought were solid investments — or at least hedged better against them, knowing the amount of risk that was really associated with them. I cannot speak for those folks. Here on the ground, things have certainly tightened up. Our version of those ratings agencies, in some ways, are the appraisers and underwriters. The appraisal system is riddled with checks and balances right now. Almost every appraisal now goes through a national review and is graded based on data of recent sales and on recent appraisals in the area and on each house they are appraising for. The criteria are pretty simple too. An appraiser wants to value your house based typically on three houses that have sold in the same neigh-
borhood in the last six months with the same number of bedrooms, bathrooms and square footage. If they don’t have those, they can stretch it a little. This has forced some of the larger appraisal management companies, out of fear for getting a low score on their record, to put out appraisals that might be lower than actual value. It has also done a decent job of keeping others in check from handing out unreasonable values. Here at Assurance, we have three solid appraisers on a rotation that nearly guarantees a reasonable appraisal on every deal. Values on houses have gone up quickly here in Atlanta over the last 12 years. It wasn’t because people were willing to buy houses for way more than they were worth, and banks were willing to lend them the money to do it. It’s because of the solid market principals of supply and demand. Our city keeps growing and our homebuilders cannot keep up. So more people are fighting for fewer houses, which is driving up prices. That isn’t going to change much anytime soon. How we underwrite loans changed a whole lot after the crash too. And for several years you heard borrowers complaining about lenders “wanting everything including my DNA,” or “my first-born child.” It was kind of a wild time as banks and underwriters were trying to wrap their arms around the bevy of new regulations. They were doing it with a fear that if they did it wrong, they would have their licenses to make loans pulled. So there was some redundancy for sure. For example, to figure out a person’s income, lenders were required to get two years of tax returns, two years of W2s, paystubs showing year-to-date totals, and if that wasn’t enough, written confirmation from
someone in their company’s HR department. That’s a lot of redundant information just to find one salary. Today, here at Assurance, because technology has progressed and because we are allowed to trust it more, some clients’ incomes are verified digitally during the application process. And some can actually get approved in seconds after submitting an application. Another huge improvement here is that we just started allowing borrowers to e-sign most of their closing documents. So instead of having to hand-sign 40 minutes-worth of documents at the closing, it’s more like 10 minutes-worth. I had my first closing on a home purchase last week and we were done in 25 minutes — and it was only that long because the buyer and seller kept talking about the neighborhood. Once we were done, we all just sat there and kept talking, like we didn’t know what to do. It was fantastic. So the lending industry, for some banks anyway, has become more streamlined and sensible. That’s great because it gives lenders a better opportunity to make the experience more about the home-buying or money-saving than about the process of approval. 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
Networking events provide opportunities for obtaining referrals
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Founder & President Jones Simply Sales
Do you attend networking events as part of your weekly routine? How many networking events are you going to each month? Attending networking events should be a top priority for small business owners because they can help generate a
lot of new business leads. For many small business owners, networking events have lost their importance as a concept in their overall growth strategy. Without a plan for networking, your small business will not grow to its maximum potential. It’s best to start by putting together a plan and strategy on where you are going to spend your time, how often you are going to do this, and what your specific objectives are for doing this. Showing up
at a lot of events, shaking a lot of hands, and handing out a lot of business cards is not a measure of effective networking. When you show up at a networking event, be prepared. It is not the time to spend 20 minutes telling a few people about your business. It’s a time to spend a few minutes with a lot of people letting them know who you are, what you do, the type of customers you serve and the value you provide. It’s best to ask questions about their business before telling them about yours!
Chambers of commerce, Rotaries, business associations, industry groups and professional associations all offer a tremendous opportunity to develop new contacts. Pick your networking events wisely, because going to all of them is simply impossible. If you’re not attending networking events, you’re missing a big opportunity to generate more business leads. Put a plan together and get out there. You’ll be happy you did!
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CALENDAR OASIS
ARTIST RECEPTION AND BOOK SIGNING
Meet Jim Alexander, the artist behind this month’s Spotlight Exhibit at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell. Alexander is an award-winning SPECIAL documentary photographer who has spent over fifty years refining what he calls the art of documentary photography. He has amassed a large collection of images of Black culture and human rights photographs. The artist’s reception will be held Sunday, Jan. 26, 3-5 p.m. For more information, visit jimalexanderphotography.com.
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FEATURED: WINSTON CHURCHILL SOCIETY LUNCHEON LECTURE
What: Learn about Winston Churchill’s relationship with Jacky Fisher, First Sea Lord of Great Britain, in the Great World War. When: Saturday, Jan. 25, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: DoubleTree Hotel, 4386 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Atlanta Cost: $45 More info and tickets: georgiachurchill.com
PARTY WITH HEART
What: Join for live entertainment and a silent auction. This event will draw over 400 people from the Atlanta Metro area to raise funds for The Lionheart School and WORKS Program. When: Saturday, Feb. 1, 6:30 p.m. Where: The Hotel At Avalon, 9000 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta Cost: Tickets start at $150 More info and tickets: thelionheartschool.com/auction
SIGHTS & INSIGHTS ART EXHIBIT
What: Fulton County Arts & Culture and Dunwoody Fine Art Association present Sights & Insights, a Southeastern regional art show juried by Susannah Darrow at the Abernathy Arts Center. When: Jan. 25-Feb. 1, Tuesdays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Abernathy Arts Center, 254 Johnson Ferry NW, Sandy Springs More info: fultonarts.org/index. php/art-centers/abernathyarts-center
HACKER 5K RUN
What: The Hacker 5K Run is in memory of Jeffrey Hacker, who passed away suddenly after a 5k in June 2019. A portion of race proceeds will be distributed within the Forsyth County community. When: Sunday, Feb. 9, 8 a.m. Where: Forsyth Conference Center, 3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Cumming Cost: Tickets start at $40 More info and registration: runsignup.com/Race/GA/ Cumming/HackerRun
What: Divorce and separation is painful. North Point Community Church offers eight week mentor-led groups to connect attendees with support to help move toward healing and personal restoration. When: Weekly, starting Thursday, Feb. 13, 7-9 p.m. Where: North Point Community Church, 4350 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta More info and registration: northpoint.org/oasis
EVENTS: RUMC JOB NETWORKING
What: Get ahead in the job market with these free workshops at 12:30 p.m., and a 5 p.m. orientation and dinner, followed by an evening keynote speaker or Mini Job Fair. When: Monday, Jan. 27, 12:30-9 p.m. Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd, Roswell More info and complete agenda: rumcjobnetworking.com
COLD WEATHER COOKING IN NANTUCKET
What: Barrington Hall hosts a full array of cooking classes based on classic European and American cuisine. Complimentary wine and a free mini-tour of Barrington Hall is included. When: Tuesday, Jan. 28, 6:309:30 p.m. Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $65 per person More info and registration: roswellgov.com
ROSWELL RESTAURANT WEEK
What: Enjoy this citywide event from that encourages locals to try new dining options and invites new customers to the Roswell restaurant scene. When: Jan. 20-29 Where: Over 40 local restaurants throughout Roswell More info: roswellrw.com
RESCUE AND REFUGE
What: In Commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Am Yisrael Chai presents keynote Holocaust survivor speaker Rabbi Bent Melchior. Free and open to the public. When: Sunday, Jan. 26, 6 p.m. Where: Byers Theatre, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs More info and registration: 2020remember.eventbrite.com
SUPER BOWL ESCAPE ROOM FOR ADULTS
What: Test your football knowledge and puzzle solving skills in this race against time during our special Super Bowl edition escape room. When: Thursday, Jan. 30, 6:307:15 p.m. Where: Post Road Library, 5010 Post Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org
CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR SENIORS
What: Register now for Seniors Enriched Living continuing education classes for seniors on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Choose from 22 different topics including history, finance, nature journaling, philosophy and more. When: Jan. 7-Feb. 27, times vary by classes Where: Seniors Enriched Living, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell Cost: $60 per session More info and registration: selroswellga.org
ENCHANTED WOODLAND TRAIL
What: Fairies and gnomes have been busy building all new homes for the Enchanted Woodland Trail. Whimsical works line the trails – slow down and search for the fairy houses made from tiny natural objects. When: Jan. 9-Feb. 29 Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell More info: chattnaturecenter.org
SMART RECOVERY FAMILY AND FRIENDS
What: This program uses science-based tools to provide support for those who are affected by the addictive behavior of someone close to them. Not a twelve step program. When: Mondays, 7-8 p.m. Where: DecisionPoint Wellness Center, 1070 State Bridge Road, Suite 6, Johns Creek More info: smartrecovery.org
TAKE-A-PEEK TUESDAY
What: Take a quick peek at Autrey Mill’s building collections and hear about the preservation and research efforts. When: Tuesdays, noon-2 p.m. Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $2 More info: autreymill.org
WEDNESDAY MORNING NETWORKING
What: Join for networking every Wednesday morning. When: Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Where: Perimeter Church, 9500 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek Cost: $5 for members, $10 for guests More info: johnscreekga.gov or 770-495-0545
HEALTH AND FITNESS: WILDERNESS FIRST AID
What: REI is partnering with NOLS to offer a 16-hour, two-day course that will teach participants the wilderness medicine skills they need to recreate with confidence in the backcountry. When: Saturday, Jan. 25, 8 a.m.5 p.m. Where: Sawnee Mountain Preserver, 2500 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road, Cumming More info and registration: rei. com
TOTALLY HAPPY FEET RUN/ WALK GROUP
What: Be a part of this weekly group run. The 3-mile run will start at the trailhead on McFarland Pkwy just down the street from Halcyon. When: Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Starts at Big Creek Greenway Trailhead, 1622 McFarland Parkway, Alpharetta More info: visithalcyon.com/ events/totally-happy-feet-runwalk-group-halcyon
RUNNING CLUB
What: Join Alpharetta’s new, free social running group. Be prepared to run between 2-4 miles each meeting. When: Meets twice a week, Mondays at 6 p.m. and Saturdays at 8 a.m. Where: Meet at the Alpharetta Community Center, 175 Roswell St., Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us
FREE FITNESS FOR WOMEN
What: Join your Alpharetta Females in Action group for free, peer-led workouts each week. Adult women of all fitness levels are welcome. When: Saturdays, 8 a.m. Where: Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming More info: fianation.com
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THERAPEUTIC YOGA
What: Baha’i children’s classes awaken the spiritual capacities of children, encouraging them to develop essential human virtues. When: First and third Sunday of every month, 10:30 a.m.-noon Where: The Bahai’s of the Dunwoody Community, 5816 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Atlanta More info: bahai.us
What: Gain health benefits from relaxing yoga that emphasizes strength and flexibility. No experience necessary. Taught by an advanced certified yoga instructor. When: Wednesdays, 9:45-11 a.m. Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell Info: rumc.com or 770-261-1705
YOUTH NIGHT
WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPERS
CHILDREN’S CLASSES
What: Youth gather for music, devotions, dinner and fellowship, and discuss topics like sacrifice, joyfulness, struggle, gratitude and more. When: First Saturday of every month, 7-10 p.m. Where: The Bahai’s of the Dunwoody Community, 5816 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Atlanta More info: bahai.us
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL GATHERING
What: All are welcome to share prayers and readings from the sacred scriptures of all Faiths. When: Sundays, 4-6 p.m. Where: The Bahai’s of the Dunwoody Community, 5816 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Atlanta More info: bahai.us
CENTERING PRAYER GROUP
What: Explore meditation and silent prayer in a supportive group setting. When: Fridays, 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, Room 205, 180 Academy Street, Alpharetta More info: alpharettapres.com
MEN’S MINISTRY: FRIDAY MORNINGS
What: The First Baptist Roswell men’s group meets every Friday morning for friendship and to help each other grow spiritually. All are welcome to attend. When: Fridays, 7 a.m. Where: Panera Bread, 1195 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: fbroswell.org
What: Make and grow faith-based friendships for all ages. Enjoy a hot meal and/or volunteer. When: Wednesdays, 5:15-6:45 p.m. Where: Alpharetta First United Methodist Church, 69 North Main St., Alpharetta More info: afumc.org
MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: DUELING PIANOS
What: The Andrews Brothers Dueling Pianos combine musical talent with humor. When: Saturday, Jan. 15, 10 a.m.-noon Where: Rosati’s Pizza and Sports Pub, 415 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming More info and tickets: rosatis. ticketleap.com/dueling-pianosjanuary-25
CHAMPAGNE CONCERT
What: In honor of the DonaldsonBannister Farm’s 150th anniversary. The celebration will feature champagne and anniversary cake with classical music performances. When: Sunday, Jan. 26, 1-4 p.m. Where: DonaldsonBannister Farm, 4831 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody Cost: $25 for members, $35 for nonmembers More info and registration: dunwoodypreservationtrust.org
‘THE GLASS MENAGERIE’
What: Stage Door Players will continue its 46th anniversary season with the award-winning drama ‘The Glass Menagerie,’ by Tennessee Williams. When: Jan. 24-Feb. 16, times vary Where: Stage Door Players, 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Atlanta Cost: Tickets start at $34 More info and tickets: 770-3961726 or stagedoorplayers.net
SPOTLIGHT EXHIBIT: THE PHOTOGRAPHY OF JIM ALEXANDER
What: Jim Alexander is an award-winning documentary photographer who has amassed a large collection of images of Black culture and human rights photographs. When: Jan. 9-March 31 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: jimalexanderphotography.com
‘AILEY REVEALED’
What: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns with six performances showcasing Ailey’s 32 dancers, including world premieres that shine a spotlight on social issues. When: Feb. 20-23, times vary Where: The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta Cost: Tickets start at $29 Info and tickets: alvinailey.org, foxatltix.com or 855-285-8499
ARTAROUND ROSWELL SCULPTURE TOUR
What: The ArtAround Roswell “museum without walls” 20192020 Tour will feature 10 new sculptures and nine permanent sculptures. When: Through February 2020 Where: Across the City of Roswell More info and maps: roswellartsfund.org
JAZZ AT FIREFLY
What: Free, live music each week. When: Saturdays, 8:30-11 p.m. Where: Firefly Restaurant & Bar, 3070 Windward Plaza, Alpharetta More info: fireflyalpharetta.com
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LIVE MUSIC SUNDAYS
FUNDAMENTALS OF MAKING CHILI
What: Join every Sunday afternoon for live music on the patio along with food trucks and cold beer. When: Sundays, 4-7 p.m. Where: Truck & Tap, 30 Milton Ave., Alpharetta Info: awesomealpharetta.com
What: Chef Lynn will walk participants through the major components and show them how to put them together for a freestyle chili. Registration required. Ages 18 and up. When: Saturday, Jan. 25, noon-1 p.m. Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info and registration: afpls.org or 404-613-4050
LIBRARY EVENTS: DESTRESS WITH THERAPY DOGS
What: Hang out with Hesston, winner of Milton Library’s 2019 Canine Service Excellence Award. When: Thursday, Jan. 23, 4-5 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org
ENGLISH CLASS
What: Practice English and learn about American culture in a friendly and informal classroom setting. When: Thursday, Jan. 23, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org
ACT PRACTICE TEST
What: Test-like practice without test day pressure. Full-length proctored tests enable participants to see where they stand on the test without the pressure of an official score. When: Saturday, Jan. 25, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org
NOTES OF A NATIVE SON
What: Dr. Ian Afflerbach’s discussion on James Baldwin’s essay, “Notes of a Native Son,” is the fourth in an ongoing series on race in American culture. When: Sunday, Jan. 26, 2-4 p.m. Where: Hampton Park Library, 5345 Settingdown Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org
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ATLANTA WRITERS CRITIQUE GROUP
What: Share work, discuss it and network with other likeminded individuals. No reservations required. For adults. When: Monday, Jan. 27, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell More info: afpls.org
GREAT DECISIONS 2020
What: Forsyth County Public Library and the University of North Georgia will present information and lead discussions on a range of timely geopolitical topics. When: Wednesday, Jan. 29, 7 p.m. Where: Cumming Library, 585 Dahlonega St., Cumming More info: forsythpl.org
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Start the New Year off right and learn about Glaucoma Awareness Brought to You by Home Helpers of Alpharetta January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, a good time to learn about the risks of this disease – especially for older loved ones you care about. Being aware of the potential signs of glaucoma can be essential in helping to prevent permanent vision loss. Glaucoma can strike at any age, but aging makes us more susceptible. Being over age 60, having other family members who have glaucoma, having diabetes or a high degree of nearsightedness can all contribute to a higher risk factor. Glaucoma is a condition in the eye where a buildup of fluid increases pressure on the optic nerve, which transfers visual images to the brain. If it is not treated it can cause permanent and total blindness. Glaucoma generally affects both eyes, but it can impact one eye more rapidly than the other. There are also a couple of different types of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma which is considered a chronic form, or angle closure glaucoma, which can occur suddenly or over a long period of time. Many patients who end up being diagnosed with some form of glaucoma won’t show any real symptoms in the earlier phases of this disease. However, watch for the following signs. Vision field loss will usually occur during the course of the disease. This is where patients experience a loss of peripheral vision. Eye pain often occurs for those who have been diagnosed with acute angle-
closure glaucoma. The rapid onset of severe eye pain can also be associated with headaches, nausea, and vomiting. Red eyes can affect patients with chronic angle-closure glaucoma, usually from a chronic use of eye drops to help alleviate vision blurring and other side effects that can be caused by glaucoma. To combat glaucoma, make sure you or your older loved one has a comprehensive dilated eye exam. Your eye professional will place drops in your eyes to widen the pupil and look at the optic nerve for signs of glaucoma. When glaucoma is detected early, it can be controlled through medication or surgery, delaying the progression. An annual eye checkup is an important health item to schedule for your older loved one. This may also be the ideal time to consider the benefits and peace of mind professional in-home care can provide. The companionship and assistance a carefully matched, heart centered Home Helpers caregiver provides can help your older loved one stay happy, healthy and safe as they age in place. Our highly personalized care can boost self-confidence and help live life to the fullest. A Home Helpers Caregiver has the skills to assist with all personal care, help around the house, provide transportation and specialized care for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, etc. We know that despite the passing years, each of our clients has a youthful spirit. Engaging that lets us share in the richness of their lives, both past and present. For a free in-home consultation and personalized plan contact Home Helpers of Alpharetta today at (678) 430-8511.
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Soleil Laurel Canyon named Best 50 Master-Planned Communities Tucked away in the North Georgia foothills of Canton and just a short drive from exciting Atlanta, Soleil Laurel Canyon is more than a beautiful community of maintenance-free, ranch-style homes and breathtaking views. It’s the lifestyle you’ve worked your whole life to enjoy. If you are 55+, we invite you to come experience Soleil’s incomparable array of recreation, culture, and entertainment for yourself. You’ll have no doubt why it was named among the Best 50 Master-Planned Communities in the U.S. by Where to Retire Magazine in 2015. “Clubhouses, fitness centers, social clubs and education classes mean residents get much more than a house at a planned community,” said Karen Northridge, publisher of “Where to Retire.” One of the great pleasures of living at Soleil is that a low-maintenance home gives you the free time to take advantage of all that the community offers or take a trip without concern. The landscaped grounds of Soleil Laurel Canyon are always impeccably maintained, while your HOA dues cover complete lawn maintenance and an irrigation system, in-home security monitoring and maintenance, and even Comcast cable TV. Soleil Laurel Canyon offers a selection of Cottage, Traditional and Craftsman-style single-family homes from the mid $200,000s to $400,000s for adults 55+. Residents live independently in homes that range from 1,500 square feet to almost 3,000 square feet. All of Soleil’s new floor plans include elegant details and are designed for aging-in-place with stepless-entry access and wide doorways. These homes are energy efficient with HERS ratings above standard. Soleil residents have membership in a
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Winter skin: Why even Santa flies south in the Winter By Dr. Brent Taylor Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta Winter in Georgia is a time when dropping outdoor temperatures cause us to turn up the heat and inadvertently turn down the humidity. Dr. Taylor According to the EPA, humidity should be kept between 30% and 50% for general health and comfort. Unfortunately, for people with eczema, lower humidity levels may be insufficient to keep skin from becoming dry, itchy and cracked. Dermatologists often suggest that patients with eczema set an indoor humidity target of at least 45-55%. Humidity can be simply measured with inexpensive gauges picked up at a hardware store or online, and humidifiers and vaporizers are great additions as long as they are frequently cleaned and mold is not allowed to grow within units. More advanced central heating and air systems even have settings that can help help reach humidity and temperature targets, sometimes decreasing the need to purchase additional machines. The most basic intervention for most patients’ dry skin is simply not to wash the areas that are dry and cracked with soap and water. Soap strips good oils from our skin, and hot water has the same effect. Our faces, chests and backs make a lot of oil and rarely develop eczema whereas the rest of the body makes less oil and is consequently susceptible to oil loss during bathing or washing. Unless you’ve been gardening
and are muddy, you don’t need to scrub your legs and hands with soap in the shower. Just let the soapy water from your shampoo run down your body, wash your groin and armpits and rinse off in warm but not hot water. Then, pat dry. Don’t scrub dry. Immediately moisturize. Moisturize at least once more during the day and before bed. When washing dishes, use gloves. After using the restroom, consider moisturizing antibacterial hand sanitizers instead of hot water and soap unless C diff or similar concerns necessitate soap and water. Other creative interventions include getting a little bit of sunlight and decreasing allergen presence in your home and on the bed. Sunlight in excess causes skin cancer, but in moderation sunlight decreases inflammation in eczema-prone skin. Allergens like dust and dander can cause eczema flares for some people. An allergist can test for allergens and sensitivity to dust and dust mites, and for such people hypoallergenic bedding covers, frequent laundering and vacuuming can help decrease eczema. For many patients, topical steroids, calcineurin inhibitors, antistaphylococcal regimens and other doctor-prescribed interventions may be necessary, and your friendly neighborhood dermatologist is happy to assist. In extreme cases, an extremely exciting new intervention (dupilumab) is advisable for the truly miserable eczema sufferer. The average annual humidity at the North Pole is 65%, so as long as Santa doesn’t turn the heat on, the air at least starts out moist. Unfortunately, if one of those elves gets tired of working in the cold, heating the workshop will quickly cause the humidity inside to drop, so you can bet Santa has a humidifier or two hard at work during the coldest months, which incidentally (at the North Pole) is all of them except June and July. If you or a loved one has skin cancer, a vein complaint, or other skin issue, consider Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta. Dr. Brent Taylor is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon and vein specialist.
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Teams, swimmers earn Fulton County championships Johns Creek boys repeat as champs; Cambridge girls team earns top spot By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — North Fulton swim and dive programs competed for Fulton County championships Jan. 9 at West Gwinnett Park Aquatic Center with local squads sweeping the top spots. Johns Creek won the overall title and boys championship, while Cambridge earned the county title in girls competition. The meet was also the fastest on record with swimmers breaking 12 of the 24 meet records. Johns Creek continued its overall dominance of the meet by capturing its fifth straight title in combined girls and boys scores. The Gladiators bested Alpharetta by 87 points for the overall title. The combined championship was powered by several wins by the boys team, which led the field by 82 points with several individual county titles. Johns Creek’s 200-yard freestyle relay team of David Hsi, Taylor Eaton, Andrew Simmons and Jason Steel captured the top spot on the podium with a meet record 1:26.83, nearly two seconds ahead of Alpharetta in second. In the 400-yard relay, the team placed second. Simmons earned another meet record by capturing the 100-yard backstroke title over three seconds ahead of Eaton in second. The junior was runnerup in the 200-yard freestyle race. Steel placed as runner-up in two individual events, the 50-yard and 100yard freestyle. Eaton was second in the 200-yard individual medley, and Hsi, a senior, won the 100-yard fly county title. Anthony Margarite, Jason Bao, Preston Browne and Christopher Bodea placed second in the 200-yard medley relay for the Gladiators. Freshman Britton Spann finished fifth in the 500-yard freestyle ahead of teammates Nathan Parez and Margarite. Spann was third in the 100-yard breaststroke. Though the Johns Creek girls came up short of their 10th straight girls county championship, their strong showing allowed the Gladiators to take the championship in combined scores. Senior Adeline Farrington paced the field in the 200-yard individual medley and set a meet record of 2:05.02, over two seconds ahead of the next competitor. She also placed second in the 100yard breaststroke. Farrington joined fellow seniors Amy Hitzel and Isabella Cicogna and junior McKenzie Rowan to capture second in the 200-yard medley relay.
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Cambridge captured the girls title at the Fulton County swim and dive championships Jan. 9. The Gladiators’ 200-yard freestyle relay team of Farrington, Rowan, Allison Swift and Evelyn Hedrick placed second. Rowan was second in the 50-yard freestyle just ahead Hedrick. The pair placed fourth and fifth, respectively, in the 100-yard event. Abby Etter led Johns Creek in the 1-meter dive with a thirdplace finish, Cassidy EiGomayel placed fourth in the 100-yard fly, and Swift was fourth in the 200-yard freestyle. Despite a strong performance, the Johns Creek girls came up short of the girls championship to Cambridge, who beat out the Gladiators by 37 points. The Cambridge girls won two team titles and two individual championships at the meet to dethrone the nine-time defending girls county title winners. The 200-yard medley relay team of Sophie Brison, Jayla Brown, Claire Kerber and Abigail Grottle broke the meet record by over two-tenths of a second to top the podium. The same grouping set another meet record to win the 400-yard freestyle relay title, besting the field by over three seconds. Grottle topped off her standout performance with another meet record in individual competition. The senior placed first in the 200-yard freestyle and earned a meet record time of 1:54.28. Grottle added a fourth championship by taking the top spot in the 500-yard freestyle race. Grottle has won the Fulton County championship in the two events for three straight years. Brison, a freshman, captured the Fulton County title in the 100-yard backstroke ahead of teammate Eva
Medici in third. Brison was runner-up in the 200-yard individual medley. Brown placed second in the 100-yard freestyle with teammate Emma Guy in third. Kerber was county runner-up in the 100-yard freestyle and Kate McKay placed fourth in the 1-meter dive. The 200-yard freestyle relay team of Medici, Guy, Brooke McLain and Samantha Hamilton were third. Alpharetta had strong showings from its boys and girls teams and finished second in combined scores. The boys team captured individual and team county championships to power their second-place finish in boys scores. The 400-yard freestyle relay team of Jerry Wu, Charles Lu, Nathan Jin and Phillip Kuznetsov beat the previous meet record by over half a second with a 3:10.65 to best the field. The 200-yard medley relay team of Jack Casey, Wu, Xiao and Peter Meng also took home the championship. Jin and Lu each captured individual titles with Jin pacing the field by two seconds in the 200-yard individual medley and Lu earning the 100-yard freestyle title. The 200-yard freestyle relay team of Lu, Jin, Xiao and Liam Clarke placed second. Xiao was runner-up in the 100-yard breaststroke, Jin was third in the 100yard backstroke and Casey placed third in the 500-yard freestyle. The Alpharetta girls were led by several county titles, including three from freshman Lauren Hinton. Hinton swept the freestyle competition, standing
atop the podium in the 50- and 100yard events. She also competed on the 200-yard freestyle relay team with Alicia Henry, Alex Clark and Audrie Uphues. The team broke a meet record set in 2013 by over two seconds to take the county title. Clark added to her championships with the title in the 100-yard fly. She also placed second in the 200-yard freestyle. Henry also captured an individual title for the Raiders in the 100-yard breaststroke. Allie Traugott scored nearly 18 points over the second-place finisher in 1-meter dive to take the championship. Henry, Clark, Hinton and Ava Paikeday were second in the 400-yard freestyle relay. Centennial placed fourth in combined scores, led by a third-place finish in boys competition. Sebastian Sergile led the Knights with championships in the 200- and 500-yard freestyle races. Sergile, along with Aidan Saunders, Justin Bender and Bryan Teffeteller were third in the 200-yard medley relay. Sergile, Bender, Teffeteller and Rehse Goodsite finished third in the 200-yard freestyle relay. Camden Bowers was county runnerup in the 1-meter dive ahead of teammate Ben Engel in third. Madeline Singletary led the Centennial girls team by placing second in the 500-yard freestyle and third in the 200yard event. Katherine Ward was third in the 100-yard breaststroke and fourth in the 200-yard individual medley. Chattahoochee placed sixth in combined scores with several top-5 placements. Lilly Kasra, Danielle Urban, Katie Wong and Seema Chavis were third in the girls 200-yard medley relay and fourth in the 400-yard freestyle relay. Kasra was county runner-up in the 100-yard backstroke and third in the 100-yard fly. Wong was third in the 200yard individual medley and fourth in the 100-yard breaststroke. Charles Nelms had the best overall finish for the boys team, placing fifth in the 1-meter dive. With a limited field of competitors, Northview bested Westlake for eighth in combined scores. The girls were led by Emily Wei who captured a fifth-place finish in the 100-yard backstroke. Wei, Kate Wilson, Hannah Roberts and Lauren Lynch were 10th in the 400-yard freestyle relay. The Northview boys had three finishes just outside the top-10. Chris Shin was 11th in the 100-yard freestyle and captured 11th with Jason Lee, Edward Cho and Andrew Gavin in the 200-yard medley relay. The Titans’ 200-yard freestyle relay team of Alan Tao, Ricky Du, Andrew Romanchik and Siddhartha Yalavarthi placed 11th.
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GIRLS: Alpharetta 59, Johns Creek 50
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Raiders remain atop region with win over Johns Creek By ZACH SHUGAN news@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The first time Alpharetta and Johns Creek girls faced off this season, the Raiders slipped past in the final seconds with a win. With Alpharetta in first place in the region and Johns Creek one game behind, their second and final matchup of the regular season was sure to be one of the most anticipated and most important games of the year. Alpharetta got off to a hot start on its home court with junior Mary-Grace Durham setting the pace. The do-it-all forward posted 11 points in the first quarter, giving the Raiders an early 16-6 lead. With Durham on the bench for most of the second quarter due to foul trouble, the Gladiators managed to narrow the deficit to five points at the half. Johns Creek continued cutting into the Raiders’ lead in second half, and halfway through the third quarter, the Gladiators tied the game for the first time. The surge was short-lived, however. After Johns Creek freshman Nylah
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Alpharetta guard Jodi Goins moves the ball up the court against Johns Creek in Saturday’s matchup. Nuri tied the game at 33-33 with two free throws, Alpharetta quickly scored five points to make it a 38-33 game. The Raiders finished the third quarter
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leading 46-41. In the fourth quarter, the Raiders managed to hold off the tiring Gladiators while building on their lead before the
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final buzzer rang. Johns Creek junior Carson Tanguilig finished with 14 points, 11 rebounds and six assists, and Nuri finished with 13 points. The loss moves the Gladiators to 9-3 in region play and third in the region standings. Two of their three losses in region play came to Alpharetta, with the other coming to Pope which sits in fourth place in the region. Durham posted a double-double in the victory for Alpharetta with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Sophomore guard Jodi Goins, whom head coach Rickey Jordan referred to as a “bulldog’ with a “nose for the ball,” also had 11 rebounds in addition to 17 points. With the win over Johns Creek, the Raiders improve to 11-1 in region play under their first-year head coach and remain atop the region standings. “It’s big,” Jordan said. “A lot of people in the region are playing really well right now. When it comes time for the region tournament, we want to finish No. 1 outright so we get a buy-in to the semifinals. And from there we’re going to play a tough region in the state playoffs, so we have to fight for position.”
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Gladiators mount double-digit comeback to defeat Raiders By ZACH SHUGAN news@appenmediagroup.com
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Johns Creek boys basketball left the Alpharetta gym Saturday night with a 13-point victory after trailing the Raiders by as many as 14 points in the third quarter. The Gladiators entered the contest the favorites, but the Raiders bucked expectations and took a demanding lead early in the first quarter. Alpharetta senior Jayden Stephens began filling the stat sheet with 11 points, four rebounds and one assist, and junior Malachi Chipp hit a threepointer at the buzzer to put the Raiders up 19-9 after one quarter.
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Johns Creek junior Steven Lyles (1) defends Alpharetta junior Immanuel Lewis (23) during the Gladiators win on Jan. 18.
In the second frame, Stephens picked up where he left off, and the Raiders kept the lead entering halftime. Stephens ended the half with 19 points, seven rebounds and one assist, and the underdog Raiders led 34-28 over the Gladiators.
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Raiders: Continued from Page 27 As the second half began, it appeared that Alpharetta was going to cruise to an upset victory over one of the top teams in the region. That changed midway through the third quarter, when Johns, trailing 50-36, went on an 11-0 run to cut the lead to three. Junior guard Steven Lyles, who began the game on the bench, drilled three consecutive three-pointers to power the run at the end of the quarter. Early in the fourth quarter, L yles gave the Gladiators their first lead of the night with a put-back layup. From that point on they didn’t look back. Alpharetta’s record fell to 4-17 overall and 3-9 in region play. Stephens’ night ended early, fouling out in the fourth quarter with 30 points and eight rebounds for the Raiders. With star point guard Jordan Johnson (six points and one rebound) in foul trouble much of the game,
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Lyles came up in clutch fashion off the bench for the Gladiators. Lyles finished with 30 points and four rebounds, and seniors Chase McKey and Nick Willis added 18 points and 15 points, respectively. “Steven [Lyles] came in and just played his tail off,” Johns Creek head coach Keenan Temple said. “He put us on his shoulders and brought us back. Jordan [Johnson] got in foul trouble, and Steven came in and basically saved the day.” The come-from-behind win puts Johns Creek at 14-6 overall and 8-4 region play. The Gladiators are near the top of the Region 7-6A standings, trailing first-place Chattahoochee and Cambridge by one game. While Temple sees the potential his team has, he is far from satisfied. “The biggest message is that we can’t take anybody for granted,” Temple said. “We have to come out from the beginning and do what we do. If we do that, then the games are a lot more fun. I told our guys we got a target on our back now, so we have to wake up and be ready to play four quarters — not just a quarter and a half.”
Roswell Fire Department to host free CPR classes ROSWELL, Ga. — The Roswell Fire Department will host two free community CPR classes at Fire Station 7. Participants must be at least 12 years of age and a Roswell resident. The classes will be offered at 9 and 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8, at the fire station located at 8025 Holcomb Bridge Road. Each class is estimated to last no more than an hour and a half and is limited to 20 participants. RFD will use the American Heart Association’s Family & Friends CPR
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Continued from Page 2 Inside, the home was ransacked. Several items were missing, including a TV, wallet, cash and about $10,000 in jewelry. The homeowner said the home did have an alarm system, but he had not activated it before he left. A neighbor said her doorbell camera captured footage of a suspicious white truck near the hole in the fence that afternoon.
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police are investigating a Jan. 4 car burglary at Main Event on Davis Drive. The car owner, who is the manager of Main Event, had parked is car at 10:30 a.m. for work. When he returned that evening, he saw a back window had been broken. A black laptop bag with a laptop had been stolen from the back of the car. The items are valued at $1,000 total.
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Pro soccer team drafts Roswell graduate By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Cal Jennings, a 2015 graduate of Roswell High School, could soon join the U.S. professional soccer ranks after being drafted in the 2020 MLS SuperDraft on Jan. 9. The forward was taken in the first round, 17th overall, by FC Dallas. The club picked up Jennings following his stellar career at the University of Central Florida. The Roswell alum became a starter in 2016, his freshman season, and was a consistent scoring threat for the Knights. In 64 games played at UCF, Jennings racked up 46 goals and Solution A L A S
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16 assists. In his junior and senior seasons, he averaged nearly a goal per game. Jennings was named the Atlanta Athletic Conference Offensive Player of the Year for 2018 and 2019. He was also named to the United Soccer Coach’s All-America First Team twice. Jennings was also a semifinalist for the Missouri Athletic Club’s Hermann Trophy, which honors the top male and female collegiate soccer players. UCF earned two appearances in the NCAA DI men’s soccer tournament and captured two AAC regular season championships with Jennings. Before joining the Knights, Jen-
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John Albert Heinig, 82, of Cumming, passed away January 8, 2020. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Barbara Johnson, 88, of Roswell, passed away January 10, 2020. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.
Jim Lambert, 79, of Cumming, passed away January 14, 2020. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home. Shirley Ann Phillips, 82, of Alpharetta, passed away January 7, 2020. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.
Dennis C. Ryder, 78, of Cumming, passed away January 11, 2020. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.
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James Sears, 77, of Roswell, passed away January 9, 2020. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory. Dean Shoupp, 85, of Roswell, passed away January 12, 2020. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory. Melanie Still, 75, of Roswell, passed away January 4, 2020. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.
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January 20 - 29, 2020
The Largest Restaurant Week in Metro Atlanta Join us in celebrating the delicious and diverse culinary experiences Roswell has to offer! Visit our website to view this year’s 42 participating restaurants along with their prix fixe menus.
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