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Police pepper spray suspected rabid cat

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — An attempt to temporarily stun a suspected rabid cat with pepper spray Nov. 19 backfired after the feline instead ran away.

Police responded to a call from a business security guard at Great Oaks Way who reported that employees and guests were being chased by an aggressive cat in their parking lot.

Officers said the cat might have been rabid.

“Since we had an officer bit and injured by a feral cat earlier this year, they planned to temporarily stun the cat with pepper spray while waiting for animal control or a catchpole to be delivered and safely remove it from the area,” said Sgt. Howard Miller. “This

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Gas station burglary racks up costly damage ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police are investigating a burglary at a gas station on Old Milton Parkway.

Police responded at 3 a.m. to an alarm at that location. When officers arrived, they found money and candy lying around in disarray on the floor.

According to police, it appeared that someone had kicked in the Plexiglass door.

The DVR system that contained surveillance footage was gone, the register had been ripped out, and the ATM had been partially opened.

The owner estimated the total cost of the damaged and stolen goods at $7,000.

Police arrest couple on suspicion of theft ROSWELL, Ga. — Police arrested a man and woman Nov. 25 after they were seen allegedly stealing auto parts from a store on Alpharetta Highway.

An employee at an auto shop called police that evening after he saw a theft from his store. He said he also had a video of the incident.

Following through with the suspects’ description, police found the couple at a nearby Bank of America. Police said the woman said she had gone with her husband to the shop to steal automotive parts.

The stolen items included rotors and a motor.

was the officer’s attempt to keep the cat contained in the area. Pepper spray typically causes an involuntary closing of the eyes, so the thought was to use the spray to stun it so it would stay put.”

Once police sprayed the cat, however, an officer accidentally walked through the cloud and was slightly affected, Miller said.

While police were unable to provide exact numbers, the department confirmed that it has dealt with rabies cases in the past.

“Typically with rabid animals, we’ll put the animal down with our firearm,” Miller said. “In this case with the cat, the location was in a business parking lot and not safe to discharge a firearm. That is why they waited so long for the catchpole. Unfortunately, the cat did manage to escape into the storm drain.”

The couple, 40-year-old Cynthia Castaneda of Lawrenceville and Wesley Ho ux-Garcia of Lawrenceville, were arrested for theft by taking.

Woman alerted to fraud after wallet goes missing ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police are investigating the theft of a woman’s wallet from the Ross at North Point Parkway.

The woman said she had placed her wallet down while trying on some shoes and was later unable to locate it.

Soon after, the woman learned that someone had charged a total of $3,500 to her credit and debit cards at local department stores. She closed all of the accounts before contacting police.

Thieves remove tires from parked vehicle ALPHARETTA, Ga. — An Alpharetta man contacted police Nov. 22 after he noticed that his tires had been stolen.

The man said he had parked his car at an apartment complex on Gardner Drive the previous evening. When he returned to the car on Nov. 22, the man saw that all of the tires were missing.

Thieves left the car on bricks.

There was no surveillance footage of the incident.

Thief opens account using stolen credentials ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A man reported Nov. 22 that someone had used his identity to open an account with a telecommunications company.

The man said he had received an

Animal control did eventually arrive but was unable to locate the cat.

Because there was no property damage or injuries, no incident report was filed.

There was at least one report that a person at the location was upset about how the incident was handled.

Rabies is a fatal viral disease spread by an infected animal’s saliva usually through a bite. Drooling and foaming at the mouth is not a reliable indicator of a rabid animal, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health, because such symptoms may occur only at the last stages of the disease or may never manifest at all.

Signs of a rabid animal may include restlessness, aggression, difficulty walking, appearing overly friendly, inability to swallow or hydrophobia.

DUI arrests Kyle Michael Tracy, 30, of Abbotts Glen Drive NW, Acworth, was arrested Nov. 26 on Avalon Boulevard in Alpharetta for DUI. Tito Taryll Harrell, 41, of Raintree Drive, Roswell, was arrested Nov. 30 on Kings Lane in Roswell for DUI, no insurance and failure to yield while turning left.

Meredith Ann Lee, 45, of Manchester Circle, Roswell, was arrested Nov. 30 on Commerce Parkway in Roswell for DUI, open container and failure to obey a traffic control device. alert that someone had used his information, including his Social Security number, to open the account. He spoke with a representative of the telecommunications company and could only learn that the account was opened in Georgia.

The man was able to close the account, but he was told that he would need a police report.

Wanted person found during domestic call ROSWELL, Ga. — Police arrested a man Nov. 29 after they learned he had a warrant for his arrest.

Officers responded to a domestic disturbance incident at Chattahoochee Circle involving the man. While speaking to the man, police were alerted that he had a warrant from the Fulton County Marshall’s Department for theft by taking.

Police arrested the man, identified as 24-year-old Elijah Guice of Roswell, on warrant.

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Alpharetta parks director presents $10 million wish list for 2020 Equestrian Center upgrades tops priorities for new year

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Council members will have plenty on their plate in the coming months when they consider big-ticket items planned for Alpharetta parks, roads and public safety.

City officials are in the middle of an early assessment of major projects to fund for the coming year in the areas the public loves most.

At the Dec. 2 City Council meeting, officials reviewed more than $10 million in top-tier projects for parks.

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Director Morgan Rodgers said the priority projects for the coming year include improvements to the Wills Park Equestrian Center. The facility, he said, is in dire need of new and renovated show rings, a new parking lot and new barns.

This would be among the first major improvements recommended in a Wills Park Master Plan the City Council adopted nearly two years ago. The 120acre park is an epicenter for sports, recreation and community gatherings in downtown.

As part of the renovations, Rodgers said, the city is set to disassemble the old maintenance barn next week. That area will be used for a new show ring for the Equestrian Center. All the current show rings, he said, suffer severe erosion problems with every rain.

The horse barns at the center, Rodgers said, were built nearly 60 years ago and are in need of replacement.

“They’re structurally sound, but

Planning for those upgrades, Rodgers said, begins by soliciting recommendations from residents through public meetings, then using those ideas to draw up plans. they’re just old, and they need a lot of work,” Rodgers said.

Another initiative high on the list for the coming year, Rodgers said, is new restrooms at the trailheads at Haynes Bridge Park and Marconi Park. He is also calling for replacing the restrooms as Wacky World playground in Wills Park and at the North Park softball quad.

Finally, Rodgers said he would like to develop park space along the Alpha Loop, the linear green space trail encircling the city’s business district.

The second tier of projects includes development of new parks from recent land purchases. The city is now in the process of adding amenities to Windward Community Park and will continue on with Mid-Broadwell Park, Rodgers said.

Still awaiting development are several other small parks that would require funding attention, Rodgers said.

Those parks include Old Rucker Park, Milton Avenue Park, Kimball/Waters Park and Mayfield Park, which would

be developed in partnership with the City of Milton.

Planning for those upgrades, Rodgers said, begins by soliciting recommendations from residents through public meetings, then using those ideas to draw up plans. The initial proposal is then returned to the citizens for comment before it is presented to the Recreation Commission and ultimately to the City Council.

Rodgers said it takes about $2 million to develop a park and make it ready for public use.

City Council members said they still want to explore setting aside some money to purchase more parkland, another initiative listed as a Tier 2 project.

Rodgers’ presentation also included a first look at an updated list of rules for municipal parks. The council plans to take a closer look at the document in coming weeks, but they did raise questions about park hours set as running from sunup to sundown, especially during winter months.

They said they also want more time to consider a proposed regulation that requires groups of 25 or more to obtain a permit to hold activities.

The updated regulations are expected to be refined and presented during an open session in the coming weeks.

The parks discussion is part of a month-long deep dive into major expenses anticipated for parks, recreation, public works and public safety.

The council is using the presentations in preparation of budget discussions set to begin the early part of 2020.

Roswell chooses Post 3 council member

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Christine Hall won the Dec. 3 runoff election for the Roswell Post 3 City Council seat.

Hall took 4,236 votes, or 66 percent, according to unofficial Fulton County election results. Her opponent, Lisa Holland, garnered 2,177 votes, or 34 percent.

Post 3, the liaison to the Administration and Finance Department, was vacated earlier this fall after Sean Groer resigned from the City Council when his family moved to Chattanooga, Tenn.

Originally, four HALL candidates filed for the seat, but no single candidate managed to take the majority of the vote during the Nov. 5 municipal elections.

Hall is the chief financial officer of the Atlanta BizOps Division of CliftonLarsonAllen, a consulting firm specializing in financial analysis. She has lived in Roswell for 27 years with her husband, a veteran.

“I look forward to the future as I engage with all the residents of Roswell,” Hall said in a statement after her win.

“Throughout my life, I have always embraced the golden rule, the value of hard work, respect for each other, being true to your word and accountable for your actions. I will bring your voice to the table as I take my seat alongside our other elected members of city government, Roswell’s Mayor and City Council.”

Alpharetta opens talks with legislators on design standards bills Area municipalities say proposed law limits local control

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — With the 2020 Legislative Session weeks away, local officials are taking aim at one piece of legislation that has already drawn enough fire to ignite a lake.

At issue is a statewide measure that seeks to weaken local government control over building standards. House Bill 302 and Senate Bill 172 would prohibit

city or county governments from regulating building design elements for one- or two-family dwellings.

North Fulton cities have already spoken against the legislation.

Milton officials passed a resolution opposing the bills back in February.

Johns Creek passed a similar measure in September, with Mayor Mike Bodker calling the legislation “obnoxious.”

Alpharetta followed with its own resolution in October.

Groups like the Georgia Municipal Association, Association County Commissioners of Georgia and The Georgia Conservancy have also come out against the bills.

The legislation specifically prohibits cities and counties from establishing requirements related to type, style or color of exterior material; style or materials of roofs or porches; the style of windows and doors; number and GILVIN layout of rooms; and exterior non-structural architectural ornamentation.

The legislation is being backed by homebuilders and property developers.

Alpharetta officials met with three members of the local legislative delega-

tion Dec. 2 for a discussion on issues the city would like to see pursued under the Gold Dome. On hand were House Speaker Pro Tem Jan Jones, Rep. Chuck Martin and Rep. Mary Robichaux.

Top on the list was the building design measure.

“There’s tremendous pressure from lobbyists in the State House now to have restrictions on a municipality’s ability to enforce design standards within their borders,” Alpharetta Mayor Jim Gilvin said. “All three [legislators] said it is definitely something that is being discussed at high levels, and there’s tremendous

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ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell’s Crime Free Housing Program has come under scrutiny for allegedly violating the Fair Housing Act. The American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia, along with Georgia Justice Project and Legal Aid Atlanta, asked the city a second time in a letter sent Nov. 6 to reevaluate its program. The organization sent the message after its first letter, sent in early April, received no response from the city.

The new Roswell police chief, hired over the summer, is now reviewing the program and working with city officials, attorneys and the ACLU on a solution, according to Police Public Information Officer Sean Thompson.

In the meantime, the program is on hold.

“In its current form, Roswell’s Crime Free Housing Program continues to expose the City of Roswell to liability,” the ACLU states. “The

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program requires landlords to engage in far-overreaching criminal history screening of potential tenants. The result is many well-deserving men and women and their families — the vast majority of whom are people of color — being shut out from living in the city. The result is unlawful discrimination.”

The Crime Free Housing Program is an initiative started by the International Crime Free Association, headquartered in Nevada, and is designed to keep illegal activity off of rental property. Apartment complexes that choose to join the program in Roswell are required to give prospective tenants a criminal background check, as outlined in the program’s introductory membership letter.

The program states that if a prospective tenant has been convicted of a violent felony, they will be turned away.

In the case of a nonviolent felony, the current program requires that at least 10 years have passed since the offense before the application can be considered.

Anyone with a misdemeanor conviction within the past three years, which may include driving with an expired license, or an active warrant may also be dis-

qualified under the program.

The ACLU said these restrictions violate the Fair Housing Act and pointed to the active warrant disqualification as an example.

“These limits are substantially overbroad,” the ACLU said in the letter to Roswell. “An open warrant does not even signify that the applicant for housing is fleeing the police or evading court. In Georgia, a judge can issue a bench warrant when a person does not appear for a scheduled criminal court date, even when the only notice of that court date was mailed to his last known address and he no longer lives there… Excluding persons with active warrants, then, cannot be justified in terms of any demonstrable impact on the safety of residents or property.”

The letter asked the city to revise or revoke its criminal history policy as a part of the Crime Free Housing Program.

“Preventing people who have been arrested, were formerly incarcerated, or were convicted but not incarcerated from reintegrating into our society increases recidivism, homelessness, and ultimately more crime,” the ACLU said.

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Visit Roswell launches new destination website ROSWELL, Ga. — Visit Roswell, the official destination marketing organization for the City of Roswell, recently announce the launch of its new website.

Beginning in February, Visit Roswell bid out the project to five creative agencies. The winning company, Tempest Interactive Media, is based in Philadelphia with offices throughout the country.

The Visit Roswell and Tempest teams worked hand-in-hand over the course of the past nine months and shared a cohesive creative vision and the website’s user experience for visitors to the site.

The website features a wide variety of

Legislators: Continued from Page 4 pressure to bring forward some kind of bill in the next session. Certainly that’s something that concerns us.”

Gilvin said the legislation is flawed.

“One of our biggest concerns is city governments are the governments that are closest to the people, and Georgia’s a very diverse state,” he said. “There’s a tremendous difference between the governance of a city like Bainbridge or Albany as opposed to a Johns Creek or Duluth or Alpharetta.”

In general, local officials don’t feel it’s appropriate when state lobbyists try to impose restrictions on local control, he said. To impose a practice on Cuthbert and expect it to have the same effect in Alpharetta makes no sense, he said.

“We have development densities and varieties of development that most cities in the state don’t have,” Gilvin said. “We have different challenges with affordable housing than in most cities in rural parts of this state.”

He called the design standards legislation a “blunt instrument” that could actually hinder what Alpharetta is trying to achieve.

“Most of the cost for our housing is

photography, with concentration on the Roswell experiences.

It includes the integration of CrowdRiff, which allows the Visit Roswell team to infuse user-generated content from its Instagram followers who use the organization’s hashtags.

The site also features a Film Roswell webpage that links to the city’s ReelScout system, which includes business and property owners open to film productions being produced within their homes, businesses or on their properties.

The website can be found by visiting visitroswellga.com. not the materials,” he said. “The primary cost for housing in Alpharetta is the land. When you have land values at more than $3 million an acre, whether you use vinyl siding or brick is a rounding error.”

Gilvin said the proposal is yet another example of overreach by the state and federal governments to wrest local control from cities and counties.

Last year, Alpharetta spent more than $40,000 in legal expenses to craft an ordinance that would protect the city’s aesthetics while accommodating telecom companies in their rollout of 5G technology equipment. The effort was designed to preempt proposed state legislation that would give telecoms virtual free reign to place new equipment anywhere within public right of ways.

The Legislature ended up passing the wide-ranging measure, basically obliterating Alpharetta’s ordinance.

Big industries and special interests find it a lot cheaper to lobby for legislation than try to advocate for their positions in 159 different counties, Gilvin said.

“While there are instances where that makes sense, in many of them, it doesn’t,” he said. “It may be more efficient for lobbyists, but it’s not necessarily in the best interests of the residents.”

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McBath hosts veterans’ town hall

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — U.S. Rep. Lucy McBath put the focus on veterans at an intimate town hall Dec. 2.

A little over 50 people, at least a third of them veterans, attended the event, which McBath’s office said is her fifth town hall since her election last year. After McBath spoke and took questions from the audience, there was a resources fair with organizations that serve veterans.

McBath said she hosted the town hall to hear stories firsthand and learn how to better help her veteran constituents.

“Even though you are my constituents, you are my family,” McBath said.

“It is my job, my responsibility to care for you, represent you and value as if you were my own family.”

McBath’s talk focused on poor levels of service at Atlanta’s Veterans Affairs Medical Center; veteran suicide, especially suicide by firearms, and veteran access to healthcare, especially for women veterans.

McBath found a personal connection to each of these concerns.

McBath said she comes from a military family, with her father, oldest brother, nephew and cousin all serving in some capacity. She compared her brother’s “glowing” review of the VA center in San Diego with her visit to the Atlanta facility.

In 2018, the Atlanta facility was one of nine in the country to receive a onestar rating from the federal VA. Reports have found it is understaffed and its staff undertrained. In September, a Vietnam Air Force Veteran staying in the facility was found covered in ants with hundreds of bites.

“The stories I have heard about the lack of care, the lack of services provided has greatly disturbed and greatly concerned me, because for anyone who has had the strength and fortitude to put on a uniform and serve in our military services deserves so, so much more from America and so, so much more from the state of Georgia,” McBath said.

McBath said she is working to get answers from the medical center and praised Sen. Johnny Isakson for his work to improve the facility.

“I hope to be able to build upon the foundations he’s already laid on your behalf,” she said.

In 2017, there were 194 veteran suicides in Georgia, 14 percent of all Georgia suicides that year, and 77 percent of Georgia veteran suicides were by firearm, according to VA data.

McBath’s son was murdered in November 2012 when he was 17. His shooting led McBath to become a guncontrol advocate. She said she has a deep understanding of gun violence and suicide by firearm.

“I am still a mother, what I would be giving to my son, I translate into providing for you,” McBath said.

A report by the VA found the Atlanta facility failed to complete mammograms for 42 patients from 2014 to 2017. McBath said this was unacceptable.

“I’m a two-time breast cancer survivor,” McBath said. “I understand how important consistent yearly mammograms are, and for women who are at risk, every six months. I get that, because I understand the reason I am standing here today is because of the early detection of mammograms and ultrasounds.”

After McBath spoke there was time

for a few questions, all asked by veterans. Some said in spite of the overall system, they’d had good experiences with some employees at the Atlanta VA center. Others said a complete turnover was needed.

Attendees said there needed to be better training for employees and volunteers, more consistency across different facilities, and an easier process for when patients are referred to outside healthcare providers.

In August, McBath became part of a small number of freshman representatives to introduce a bill, have it passed by both chambers and signed into law.

The HAVEN Act — Honoring American Veterans in Extreme Need — amends bankruptcy law to treat Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense veterans’ disability payments the same as Social Security disability benefits, which are exempt from bankruptcy means testing.

State Rep. Mary Frances Williams, a Democrat from Marietta who introduced McBath, praised the congresswoman for her ability to work across party lines.

“When I think about Washington, D.C., my heart sinks because I think about the gridlock … in the midst of all that Lucy has actually managed to pass a bill and get it signed by President Trump,” Williams said. “That’s really an amazing explanation of how she works across the aisle and how hard she works.”

McBath was elected to Georgia’s 6th congressional district in 2018, flipping the seat for Democrats. She represents parts of DeKalb, north Fulton and Cobb counties, including Alpharetta, Dunwoody, Johns Creek, Milton and Roswell.

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U.S. Rep. Lucy McBath speaks at a veterans-focused town hall Dec. 2 at Lakeside High School in DeKalb County.

Following the Q&A, representatives from local organizations including the Marietta Vet Center, the Emory Healthcare Veterans Program, the Georgia Council on Substance Abuse, the Travis Manion Foundation, the Finishing Trades Institute and the Care and Counseling Center of Georgia met with guests to speak about the services and resources available to veterans in the metropolitan Atlanta region.

Members of McBath’s constituent services team were also on site to answer questions. The office can assist with obtaining copies of military records, replacing of lost or destroyed service medals, applying for Supplemental Social Security Income or Medicare, health care services, education benefits; dependent and survivor benefits, the VA home loan program and life insurance benefits.

Veterans who wish to seek assistance can contact the office at (470) 773-6330.

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Cadillac Jack took the opportunity at the Dec. 5 Roswell Rotary Club meeting to announce he is launching a new podcast.

ROSWELL, Ga. — Cadillac Jack, the longtime morning host of Kicks 101.5, has revealed his plans to host a new podcast five months after his termination from the radio station this summer.

He met with the Roswell Rotary Club at Roswell Area Park on Dec. 5 to discuss his career and plans “for the next 25 years.”

Jack, a Milton resident, has worked at the radio station for nearly 26 years, coming on board when he was 19 years old. He started on a night shift, before switching to an afternoon slot and, ultimately, became the country morning host for Kicks 101.5 since 2006.

During that time, Jack said he’s had some incredible moments and stories from listeners who he’s helped in the past.

Radio, however, was all that he’s known or done, Jack said.

“To have the same job for your entire life, it really and truly is a part of your identity,” Jack said. “Then to have that suddenly not a part of your life, you do go through periods of questioning yourself. There’s depression.”

The change, however, has brought some positives into his life, Jack said.

As a morning radio host, Jack would wake up at 3:30 a.m. And while he loved the work and came home around noon, he said he was often too tired and not mentally present to interact much with his family.

Now, Jack said, he’s had a chance to reconnect and strengthen his relationships.

“My time off has allowed me to do things in the morning that I’ve never been able to do with my kids, because I was always at work,” Jack said. “I was able, for the first time ever, in September, to do Donuts with Dad… It has been a wonderful time, but it’s time for me to get back to work.”

During his time off, Jack said he’s been able to reflect on what he sees as the future of terrestrial radio: talk shows and podcasts.

Jack said he’s been presented with opportunities for both ventures during his career but at first resisted.

It wasn’t until he realized recently how much his wife listens to podcasts that he was ready to revisit the idea.

And, as a proud North Fulton resident, Jack said he wanted to remain local.

He chose to partner with Alpharetta-based Appen Media Group on Dec. 2 and cohost a lifestyle podcast with his wife. The podcast has yet to be named.

The podcast’s first episode is slated to premiere Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020.

In the meantime, Jack challenged everyone to find ways to make each other’s days better and to invest in local charities.

“When you wake up in the morning, you decide how you’re going to make your day positive, but you also decide how — not can I — but how am I going to touch someone else’s life, how am I going to make someone else’s life better today,” Jack said. “Beginning tomorrow morning, if you haven’t done it already, start you day that way… I never started my day that way until July 25, 2019, and I’m a better person because of that.”

More information about Jack’s new podcast will be released closer to its premiere at northfulton.com.

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With the holiday season upon us, Giving Tuesday falls at just the right time of year to encourage others to give of their time, talent and treasure to organizations doing great work in the community.

Trish O’Neill, Children’s Development Academy

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Local nonprofits see community generosity on Giving Tuesday

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Local charities felt the love of their communities Dec. 3 during national Giving Tuesday.

The celebration, which began as a social media hashtag in 2017, urges everyone to donate to causes they care about the Tuesday after Thanksgiving.

“Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving,” said Sheila Sillitto, communications and marketing manager for North Fulton Community Charities. “When all the nonprofits work together to make an impact on one day, it gets the entire community excited about giving back.

We are stronger together than we are individually.”

North Fulton Community Charities, which helps fight poverty and homelessness, more than doubled its goal of $20,000 this year. It raised a total of over $60,000 on and leading up to Giving Tuesday.

“While this was a significant amount and we are grateful for the generous community we live it, it is important to understand that nonprofits need donations throughout the year and not just on Giving Tuesday,” Sillitto said. “NFCC provides over $1.2 million in emergency financial assistance every year for rent, utilities and basic necessities. That means the money raised for Giving Tuesday will only last a few weeks due to the volume of need in our community. Housing costs continue to rise putting more pressure on families already struggling to get by in North Fulton.”

The Roswell-based Children’s Development Academy, which provides affordable early learning programs and childcare for preschool children in Metro Atlanta, saw more than double the

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The Children’s Development Academy in Roswell was one of many local charities that benefitted from this year’s Giving Tuesday. amount of Giving Tuesday contributions from last year. It raised over $50,000 this year, in part because of two giving challenges.

The Hagan family once again posed the Hagan Family Challenge, promising to match gifts up to $30,000. One of the Children’s Development Academy’s newest employees, Lisa Walker and her husband, likewise pledged to match all gifts made on Giving Tuesday up to $5,000.

“With the holiday season upon us, Giving Tuesday falls at just the right time of year to encourage others to give of their time, talent and treasure to

organizations doing great work in the community,” said Trish O’Neill, Children’s Development Academy marketing and communications director. “We were also privileged to join forces with the City of Roswell this year for Giving Tuesday’s #GiveWellRoswell efforts. The city help promote local nonprofits on their social media and help spread the word about Giving Tuesday.”

Meanwhile, at BrewAble, a small coffee shop operating within the Alpharetta Community Center, Giving Tuesday proved somewhat of a windfall.

The nonprofit focuses on providing

meaningful employment and community connections for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, said cofounder Mary Ulich.

BrewAble’s seven-member board of directors put up $16,000 in matching funds for those who donated to the cause on Giving Tuesday. That match nearly dried up by day’s end when 75 individual donors put up $11,500.

As another inducement, BrewAble offered any visitor who donated to any nonprofit in Alpharetta that day a free cup of coffee.

“One gentleman came in and said ‘I’m here to get my free $200 cup of coffee,”’ Ulich said. “Then, he wrote a check for $200.”

In Johns Creek, the family-run Jonny and Xena “Spread the Words” foundation raised $3,200 on Giving Tuesday through its social media pages.

The nonprofit works to support the local special need community and animal rescues.

“We’re so grateful,” founder and Director Linda Hickey said. “Our extended family ‘followers’ are so supportive. I will probably try to reach more people next year with emails, but I’m extremely pleased with every donation we received this year.”

The Charity Guild of Johns Creek worked to raise thousands for the Star House after school program.

Multiple local charities said that while Giving Tuesday was just one day, they provide services throughout the year. They urged locals to consider giving back during their multiple fundraisers and volunteering opportunities held outside of Giving Tuesday.

Staff writers Carson Cook and Patrick Fox contributed to this report.

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Industry expert Frank Norton on real estate in Georgia About 18 years ago I had the pleasure of attending The Norton Agency’s annual forecast event.

It began with loud, high-energy dance music, then fog with colored lights bouncing across it. Amid all Geoff smith that, in walked Frank Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com Norton Jr., an unassuming data-hound with a degree from Georgia Tech.

If you ever get the chance to talk to Frank, you quickly realize he’s not the kind of personality that comes with dance music and smoke machines. But the fanfare wasn’t really for him. It was for his information.

Over the years, Norton has earned a reputation as an E.F. Hutton of the real estate industry in Atlanta. In spring of 2007, before most people even realized there was a dark cloud looming, Norton cut $1 million of operating expenses. In 2014, when we were racing out of that storm and home values were recovering and the market was flooded with houses, Norton asked what people were going to do when housing inventory got near 0. The storm came and washed out many companies who waited too long to react. Now housing inventory is at historical lows for most price-points.

I had the pleasure of having Norton on my podcast, ATL Developments with Geoff Smith, and we talked about all kinds of things, including what it was like to grow up in a real estate family in Gainesville, Ga. It’s a great show packed with solid information. I encourage you to listen to it at https://businessradiox. com/podcast/north-fulton-studio/atldevelopments-with-geoff-smith-franknorton-jr/.

I’ll hit some of the high-points.

The Norton Agency operates mostly in what us Metro Atlanta folks would consider outside of the Rubicon. If you go anywhere north of Forsyth, Gwinnett

Norton said the geographical wedge between Ga. 400 and I-20 represents 47 percent of all new major job relocations and expansions in the state. or Cherokee counties, you will see their yellow signs. They have North Georgia covered. And if you want to know what’s going on there, he’ll tell you.

One of the biggest economic development engines driving growth in North Georgia right now are things called inland ports. For those of you who think all the buzz about the growth at the port of Savannah is something you can shrug your shoulders and say “well good for Savannah,” you are missing out. Savannah is one of the most important ports now on the entire eastern seaboard. And it is in the process of getting dredged, which will accommodate supertankers, possibly tripling its capacity.

As a result, these inland ports have cropped up around the more rural parts of Georgia. They are essentially rail stations with equipment to very quickly unload cargo from a tractor-trailer and put it onto a train car. Because of the increased capacity in both rail and at the port of Savannah, a chicken plant in Gainesville can put frozen chicken on a rail car at 6 p.m., and by 9 a.m. the next day it will be on a ship in the Savannah Harbor headed out to sea. The same goes for tractors and tractor parts.

Because of that, manufacturing plants have been buying up land and building plants near all of these inland ports, creating thousands of jobs for those communities.

Norton said the geographical wedge between Ga. 400 and I-20 represents

47 percent of all new major job relocations and expansions in the state.

Consequently, that is where most of the national homebuilders are developing large projects. Norton expects significant growth to continue all along I-85 and I-985.

Asked about his biggest concern for today’s real estate economy, Norton says it’s a lack of affordable housing.

“Houses under $250,000 are absent in the marketplace, and nobody wants to build them,” he said. “Land continues to go up in value…and regulatory costs are so high a builder isn’t going to build a house for under $250,000 because he’s not going to make any money” Norton built 10 houses last year and broke down the costs. He found that 37 percent of the house cost was attributed to a government influence — impact fees, fire codes, delays, etc. He said local municipalities could help the situation by having a set of codes for lower-priced houses.

“I’m all for public safety, but I grew up in a room with one outlet on each of my four walls. Now I have to put one every 6 feet,” he said.

Norton sees a small correction nationwide in the real estate industry. He doesn’t call it a downturn, but just a minor correction that will be even less impactful in Metro Atlanta.

“We have very low inventory of houses, have not had overbuilding of houses, a strong job market, and a climate where people still want to retire here,” he said.

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

Three proven ways to increase value of your business Have you been looking for ways to improve the value of your small business? Are you maximizing your return on the assets you have in your business?

Using a “value dick jones framework” that Founder & President Jones Simply Sales was created over 60 years ago may help you identify ways to do this.

The value framework I am referring to is called the “DuPont Model,” which is a mathematical formula that breaks down the return on assets and equity in your business into three parts: revenue growth, operating margin and asset efficiency.

Revenue growth can only occur in two ways. You can either sell more (volume) or charge more (price realization). To do this, you can focus on attracting new customers, retaining existing customers or creating new revenue channels by adding new products and services.

Operating margin can be improved by reducing costs. Selling, General & Administrative (SG&A), Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and income taxes are the best three areas to focus on.

And finally, asset efficiency is focused on your Property, Plant & Equipment (PP&E), inventory and both accounts payable and accounts receivable. Evaluating your real estate (own, lease, rent), improving inventory efficiency by increasing turns, collecting your receivables faster and taking full advantage of vendor terms are all ways to improve the efficiency of your assets.

The combination of improving revenue growth, operating margin and asset efficiency will increase the value of your small business.

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CALENDAR JOHNS CREEK ARTS CENTER STUDENT SHOWCASE

MITTIE BULLOCH WEDDING REENACTMENT Step back in time to the 1853 wedding of Mittie Bulloch to Theodore Roosevelt Sr. Guests will be escorted throughout the house and property by lantern light. The evening concludes with storytelling and a special frozen desert. Tickets are $18. Bulloch Hall, 535 Bulloch Ave., Roswell. Shows are every half hour from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 19.

For more information, visit roswellgov.com.

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FEATURED: HOLIDAY GIFT WRAPPING

What: Get holiday packages wrapped while shopping or waiting, in benefit of Habitat for Humanity.

Christmas and Hanukkah papers available.

When: Dec. 1315, times vary Where: North Point Mall Center Court, 1000 North Point Circle, Alpharetta More info: northfulton.com

CHRISTMAS FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

What: Families are invited to gather at North Point Community Church for a Christmas Movie Night. Wear cozy pajamas, bring a pillow and blanket, and North Point will pop the popcorn.

When: Friday, Dec. 13, 6:308:30 p.m.

Where: North Point Community Church, 4350 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta Info: northpoint.org/believe

WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA CEREMONY

What: Participate in a national ceremony honoring fallen local veterans.

When: Saturday, Dec. 14, 11:30 a.m.

Where: Rest Haven Cemetery, 90 Milton Avenue, Alpharetta; Old Big Creek Park Cemetery, Kimball Bridge Road, Alpharetta; Pine View Cemetery, 300 Teasley Drive, Alpharetta More info: wreathsacrossamerica.org

LIVE NATIVITY AT MESSIAH CHURCH

What: Live music will fill the night with songs of the season as visitors interact with villagers, live animals, and enjoy crafts and refreshments. Free.

When: Saturday, Dec. 14, 4-9 p.m.

Where: Messiah Church, 4765 Kimball Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: messiahjohnscreek. org/living-christmas

JOHNS CREEK ARTS CENTER HOLIDAY MARKET

What: Join for the fourth annual Holiday Market. Shop a wide variety of handmade gifts, jewelry and artwork, all from local artisans.

When: Nov. 23-Dec. 23 Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Ste. 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

What: The Johns Creek Arts Center presents the Fall 2019 Adult Student Show. Because of the delicate nature of the art form, the ceramic arts portion of the show will be on display starting Dec. 7.

When: Nov. 23-Dec. 16; Reception Sunday, Dec. 7, 6-7:30 p.m.

Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Ste. 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

‘THE DEFILED BED 2 – THE AWAKENING’

What: This show follows Sen. Joshua Brown, who was motivated by greed, power and position during his four-year election, when one day, he manipulates the wrong woman.

A Trevi Pershay Production. Featuring special guest appearance

by Bianca Bonnie.

When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 7 p.m.; doors open at 6:15 p.m.

Where: Centerstage, 1374 W Peachtree St., Atlanta Cost: $25-$60 More info and tickets: centerstage-atlanta.com or 404-8851365

CHRISTMAS COOKIE DECORATING CLASS

What: Learn to make ugly Christmas sweater cookies with no messy kitchen to clean. Lise Ode of Mom Loves Baking will be the instructor. Includes a raffle.

When: Sunday, Dec. 8, 2-4 p.m.

Where: Village Italian Bar & Grill, 5772 N. Vickery Street, Cumming Cost: $65 More info and registration: eventbrite.com

HOLIDAY: ‘THE GRINCH’

What: Join the Atlanta Marriott Perimeter for Holiday Movies Under the Stars, featuring the holiday favorite, “The Grinch”.

Complimentary coffee and hot cocoa will be available.

When: Friday, Dec. 13, 6 p.m.

Where: Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center, 246 Perimeter Center Parkway, Dunwoody Info: discoverdunwoody.com

CHRISTMAS IN CUMMING

What: Come check out a wide range of handmade gifts and goodies during the Christmas in Cumming Arts & Crafts Festival at the Cumming Fairgrounds inside the Livestock Barn.

When: Friday, Dec. 13, 4-10 p.m.

Where: Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Road, Cumming More info: cityofcumming.net

ATLANTA DANCE THEATRE’S ‘THE NUTCRACKER’

What: Join for the 38th season of this holiday classic, “The Nutcracker.” Presented by Atlanta Dance Theatre.

When: Dec. 13-15, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $20 More info and tickets: AtlantaDanceTheatre.org

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS COOKIE SALE

What: A large variety of homemade cookies and other goodies sold by the pound, including no nuts, sugar-free and egg/glutenfree. Proceeds benefit programs and missions of the women of Christ the King Lutheran Church.

When: Saturday, Dec. 14 Where: Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road, Cumming.

More info: ctklutheran.com

OPEN-HEARTH GINGERBREAD CHRISTMAS

What: Each workshop will be presented by Clarissa Clifton on preparing and decorating gingerbread cookies for baking over the open hearth. In addition, children will also have the opportunity to make a holiday craft ornament.

When: Saturday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m.

Where: Smith Plantation, 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell More info: roswellgov. com

SATURDAY BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

What: Get in the holiday spirit and join the Atlanta Marriott Perimeter with Santa Claus himself for Saturday morning breakfast.

When: Every Saturday through Dec. 21, 9 a.m.-noon Where: Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center, 246 Perimeter

Center Parkway, Dunwoody Cost: $18 for adults, children 12 and under are free More info: discoverdunwoody. com or 770-394-6500

FORSYTH PHILHARMONIC CHRISTMAS CONCERT

What: Come enjoy a live holiday performance by Forsyth County’s very own symphony orchestra, the Forsyth Philharmonic.

When: Wednesday, Dec. 18, 7-8 p.m.

Where: Cumming First United Methodist, 770 Canton Highway, Cumming More info: eventbrite.com

‘THE NUTCRACKER’

What: A Gwinnett County holiday tradition brought to life by the artists of Gwinnett Ballet Theatre accompanied by the Gwinnett Ballet Theatre Orchestra.

When: Fridays-Sundays, Dec. 6-22, times vary Where: Infinite Energy Theater, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth More info and tickets: gwinnettballet.org

‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’

What: In this holiday favorite, Charles Dickens shows us Ebenezer Scrooge as he falls asleep in his dingy, cold quarters on Christmas Eve and is later visited by three ghosts.

When: Dec. 6-23, times vary Where: Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $20 More info and tickets: roswellgov.com

ATLANTA BALLET’S ‘THE NUTCRACKER’

What: Join for a journey through space and time, where everyday objects grow in extraordinary size and the pages of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s beloved story come alive.

When: Dec. 7-24, times vary.

Where: The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta More info: atlantaballet.com

‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’

What: MGBaker Productions presents in conjunction with the Sherouse/Riley team, the original producers of the Christmas play, the classic tale of “A Christmas Carol.”

When: Nov. 29-Dec. 15, times vary Where: School Street Playhouse, 101 School St, Cumming Info: schoolstreetplayhouse.com

AVALON ON ICE

What: Ice skate at Avalon on their Rockefeller Center-sized ice skating rink in the plaza. Watch for theme nights and enjoy warm, tasty treats rink side. Enjoy special events throughout the season and sign up for ice skating lessons.

When: Nov. 24 through Jan. 20, 2020, times vary Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta Cost: General admission starts at $18 Info: experienceavalon.com

SANTA AT AVALON

What: Join jolly old Saint Nick in his cozy cottage at Avalon for a dose of Christmas magic this holiday season.

When: Nov. 25-Dec. 24, times vary Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta Info: experienceavalon.com

CHRISTMAS IN CRABAPPLE AND MILTON TREE LIGHTING

What: This year, Milton has combined two events to usher in the holiday season. This holiday tradition has become a Milton staple, including Santa photos, caroling, s’mores, crafts, hot cocoa and fun.

When: Saturday, Nov. 30, 2-6 p.m.

Where: Broadwell Pavilion, 12615 Broadwell Road, Milton.

More info: cityofmiltonga.us

EVENTS: DECATUR HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE AND CAFE

What: The school transforms into a European-inspired market and features more than 100 local and regional artists.

All proceeds benefit Clairemont Elementary School’s educational programs funding teacher grants and supporting student field trips.

When: Friday, Dec. 13, 5:309:30 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: Clairemont Elementary School, 155 Erie Ave., Decatur More info: decaturholidaymarketplace.com

HEALTH AND FITNESS: VARIETY SANTA FUN RUN

What: Help raise money for children with special needs and disadvantages. Run it, walk it, roll it, skip it or hop it. Santa will be there and happy to take photos with the participants.

When: Friday, Dec. 13, 9 a.m.

Where: Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: Cost is $25 More info: varietyofgeorgia.org

RELIGIOUS EVENTS: CHRISTMAS LESSONS AND CAROLS

What: The Chancel Choir is joined by the area high school chamber choirs and chamber orchestra to present the annual service of Christmas Lessons and Carols.

When: Sunday, Dec. 15, 8:45 a.m.

Where: Cumming First United Methodist Church, 770 Canton Highway, Cumming More info: cfumcga.com

A NIGHT OF CHRISTMAS WORSHIP

What: Join a Christmas Worship Celebration featuring the music of Francesca Battistelli, Leonard Cohen, MercyMe, Michael W. Smith and TransSiberian Orchestra. Features dramatic scripture reading and

CALENDAR a short Christmas message.

When: Monday, Dec. 23, 7 p.m.

Where: Misty Creek Community Church, 650 Mt. Vernon Highway NE, Sandy Springs More info: mistycreekchurch. org or 404-913-3369

NORTH FORSYTH MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIRS

What: Join to hear a free performance of the Forsyth Middle School Choirs.

When: Friday, Nov. 22, times vary; additional shows Dec. 9 and Dec. 16 Where: Cumming First United Methodist Church, 770 Canton Highway, Cumming More info: cfumcga.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

THERAPEUTIC YOGA

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 More info: rumc.com or 770261-1705

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPERS What: Make and grow faithbased 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

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SPOTLIGHT EXHIBIT: ROSWELL IN WINTER

What: This will be an inaugural exhibit showcasing photographs submitted by the people who live and work in Roswell.

When: Throughout December Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

JOHNS CREEK ARTS CENTER HOLIDAY SALE

What: Johns Creek Arts Center’s annual holiday sale features original, handcrafted, fine art gifts at affordable prices.

Choose from handmade jewelry, pottery, paintings and prints by instructors as well as youth and adult students.

When: Nov. 23-Dec. 23, times vary Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

SPRUILL GALLERY HOLIDAY ARTISTS MARKET

What: Selections include ceramics, glass, jewelry, bath and body, holiday ornaments and much more. Find a unique, one-of-a-kind gift.

When: Tuesdays-Saturdays, through Dec. 21, times vary Where: Spruill Gallery, 4681 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta More info: spruillarts.org/holidayartistsmarket

‘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 More info and tickets: alvinailey.org, foxatltix.com or 855285-8499

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What: This CRAFTernoon, create holiday ornaments using a variety of materials, including book pages. All materials and instructions will be provided. Ages 10-18.

When: Saturday, Dec. 14, 1-3 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

LIBRARY EVENTS: CHAD SHIVERS AND THE SILENT KNIGHTS

What: Join for a live holiday concert at Milton Library, featuring Chad Shivers and the Silent Knights playing surf rock versions of classic holiday songs for the whole family.

When: Friday, Dec. 13, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

ALPHARETTA POETRY WORKSHOP

What: Share your work and receive feedback with other poets of various experience levels in a positive and inspiring environment. Ages 18 and up.

When: Monday, Dec. 16, 6-7:30 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

HISTORY BOOK CLUB: ‘AMERICAN HEIRESS’

What: Join and discuss “American Heiress: The Wild Saga of the Kidnapping, Crimes and Trial of Patty Hears,” by Jeffrey Toobin.

When: Tuesday, Dec. 17, 6-7 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

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COMMUNITY

Bubbles, food and Santa raise holiday merriment in downtown Alpharetta

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Downtown Alpharetta lit up Dec. 6, ushering in the holiday season for the hundreds who flocked to City Center at dusk.

Throughout the streets and City Green, a current of adults and children sampled the sights, sounds, smells and celebrations featured at the annual tree lighting ceremony.

By the time Mayor Jim Gilvin flipped the switch to light the tree sculpture on the town green and the 55-foot live spruce in Old Milton Park, the scene was awash in activity.

Children tugged on their parents for a chance to visit with Santa. Campfires provided opportunities for roasted marshmallows, and toddlers frolicked in a blizzard of bubbles at the Bubble Playground.

Burke Brown, who was operating the bubble machine for Bubble Celebrations of Atlanta, said the device always draws a crowd.

“The neat thing is the younger they are, they don’t try to interact,” he said.

“They’re just mesmerized.”

This was the first year Alpharetta’s new City Center hosted with a full slate of stores and restaurants open to the public. The business and entertainment district still had portions in the final stages of construction when the holiday season began a year ago.

Since then, however, the town center has come fully online with more restaurants and shops.

Youngsters got a thrill mixing it up with a blizzard of bubbles at the Bubble Playground at the annual Alpharetta tree lighting ceremony Friday in downtown.

In his remarks to the crowd Friday, Gilvin asked residents to enjoy themselves but to also use the opportunity to contribute to those less fortunate.

“We’re coming here tonight to give back during the holiday season,” Gilvin said.

With the help of key sponsor WellStar, Alpharetta is hosting its annual Holiday Food Drive to benefit the North Fulton Community Charities Food Pantry.

To help kick off the effort, the Haynes Bridge Road Publix donated 1,000 paper bags for people to take with them and fill with donations. The campaign runs through Dec. 20.

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Jay and Shea Looft, with children Emory and Gentry, take a moment to study one of the dozen or so life-size nutcrackers at the east edge of the Alpharetta town green.

Holiday Food Drive Alpharetta is partnering with WellStar for this year’s Holiday Food Drive that benefits North Fulton Community Charities’ Food Pantry. Donations of food and toiletries can be dropped off at the following locations: • Alpharetta Adult Activity Center at North Park, 13450 Cogburn Road • Alpharetta Arts Center, 238 Canton St. • Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza • Alpharetta Community Center, 175 Roswell St. • Avalon Concierge/Valet Parking, 400 Avalon Blvd.

• Alpharetta First Baptist Church, 44 Academy St. • Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St. • Wills Park Recreation Center, 11925 Wills Road

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‘She Rocks’ scheduled to open Roswell theater company season ROSWELL, Ga. — Georgia Ensemble Theatre, the professional North Fulton theater company, will kick off the new year with “She Rocks: Tara Vaughan’s The Women of Rock.”

This concert experience will run Jan. 2-19, 2020, Wednesdays through Sundays, at the company’s home in the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.

Northside Hospital, long-time partner of GET and supporter of the community, will sponsor the production.

“She Rocks” celebrates women artists and songwriters of the 1960s– 1980s, woven together with songs and stories. Backed by the same band from “Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience,” Tara Vaughan will perform music from artists like Janis Joplin, Linda Ronstadt, Aretha Franklin, Blondie, Heart and more. Vaughan will present an evening of classic rock and roll with the focus on female artists and songwriters.

Ticket prices for “She Rocks: Tara Vaughan’s The Women of Rock” start at $33. Tickets are on sale now at get.org or by calling the box office at 770-6411260.

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SCHOOLS

Fulton Schools considers limiting Iowa assessments to select students

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — After a quarter century of administering the ITBS/Iowa tests to 3rd, 5th and 8th graders, the Fulton County School Board appears poised to significantly scale back its use.

The district staff recommendation is to offer the test to only students eligible for the Talented and Gifted (TAG) curriculum, beginning next year.

The recommendation was presented to the board in November and a final decision is expected in the coming months.

Chief Academic Officer Cliff Jones said issues with this year’s Iowa test assessments played a role in the staff recommendation. In October, the Iowa testing was cancelled after vendor issues disrupted the online testing.

“The decision to end the Iowa testing [began with] this problem but evolved to a larger conversation,” Jones said. “The final decision was based on multiple factors including the overall impact of testing on students and the non-alignment of the test to instruction.”

The decision has the support of elementary and middle school principals, he noted, based on a survey in November. Only a small percentage found the

The recommendation was presented to the board in November and a final decision is expected in the coming months.

Iowa test data to be useful. More than half used the results only to determine TAG eligibility.

Board member Katie Reeves said she was not surprised by the principals’ reaction.

“The purpose of the Iowa test is for parents and the community,” she noted. “[It is] used to gauge where the Georgia curriculum [compares] to the nation.”

The test was created in 1935 and measures skills in language arts, reading, math, science and social sciences. The test is designed to align with the ACT, so parents can see where their child is tracking for college preparedness.

Jones admitted parents appreciated the information provided by the ITBS/Iowa assessments which indicated where their child stood among their national peers.

“The national norm score has provided a metric that provides confidence

in our students’ academic achievement based on national performance when our state standards have struggled to provide that confidence to the public,” Jones said.

He emphasized the district will continue to use the Stanford 10 assessment — also nationally normed — and other assessments for TAG eligibility and class placement. Those tests, he noted, do not provide the level of parent detail as the Iowa tests.

In the metro area, several systems use the Iowa assessments, primarily for TAG placement, including Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Forsyth and Gwinnett County school systems. Only Cobb and Gwinnett test large groups of students — similar to Fulton County.

Jones said the scale back of the Iowa tests aligns with the goal to reduce mandatory testing and returns 14 hours of instruction.

Reeves said the state’s mandatory assessment — Milestones — is driving the testing burden. In every class where a Milestones assessment is required, students take a practice test, a practice test for the practice test, and then the test itself.

And unlike the Milestones which were developed just for Georgia students and

tests only the Georgia curriculum, the Iowa tests, she noted are “heavily researched by outside organizations” and compare student achievement across the nation.

“The idea of a nationally normed test is a gut check for the school system,” she added.

Last year, Fulton Schools opted not to become one of the school systems participating in the state’s Innovative Assessment Pilot. The program allows districts to replace the Milestones tests with their own assessments. Currently two consortiums comprised of 19 total school districts in Georgia have received federal approval to develop their own assessments.

Superintendent Mike Looney said the district may consider offering the Iowa assessments outside of school, similar to the ACT and SAT delivery.

School board member Linda McCain was cautious in her support of eliminating the Iowa tests for all students, noting as a parent, she appreciated have the information.

“I’m not opposed to [offering the tests] on a Saturday [since] that would recapture the instruction time,” McCain said. “But the tests still have value for people, and I would hate to say we are not going to offer it.”

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Titans top undefeated Woodward for shot at title

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com COLLEGE PARK, Ga. — Blessed Trinity earned its third straight trip to the state finals Friday night with a monumental performance over previously undefeated Woodward Academy (13-1), the only team to beat the Titans this season.

BT’s run game was unstoppable, netting the Titans more than 340 yards on the ground, while the defense forced four turnovers and held Woodward to five drives with negative yardage.

“We played well in all three phases of the game, and I was really proud to see that,” head coach Tim McFarlin said.

“We are beat up and banged up like everyone else at this point in the season, but we are excited for the opportunity to play next week.”

The Titans (13-1) relentlessly moved the ball behind standout performances from their offensive line and fullbacks Henry Carlton and Ryan Dupont.

“The offensive line had maybe their best performance of the year, all five of those guys,” McFarlin said. “We knew we had to run the ball to burn clock to keep [Woodward’s] quarterback off the field,

and a big part of that was our fullbacks.

Credit Ryan Dupont who also lined up at middle linebacker for us. He was exhausted. And Carlton had his best game of the season.”

Running backs Elijah Green and freshman Justice Haynes took advantage of the holes provided by their blockers and made plenty of space of their own, to combine for 336 yards rushing.

Green ran for 190 yards with three touchdowns, his third putting the game away midway through the fourth quarter.

Haynes compiled 146 yards with a 53-yard touchdown on the final play of the game.

Quarterback Duncan Reavis was 3-5 passing for 89 yards.

Titans’ tight end/safety James Bryant contributed significantly on both sides of the ball. Bryant hauled in a 77-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter and had two interceptions, including a pick-six returned 15 yards to put BT up 16-0 in the second quarter.

Junior linebacker Michael Mitchler had three tackles-for-loss, including two sacks, in the first half of BT’s dominant defensive performance. Woodward was held to 154 total yards and earned

just one first down outside of penalty yardage in the opening 36 minutes of the game.

Blessed Trinity looked poised to put the game away in the second quarter, but two momentum-swinging plays allowed the War Eagles to keep the score close at the half.

The Titans led 16-0 behind a field goal from Aaron Werkheiser, a 44-yard rushing score from Green and Bryant’s pick-six and were set up just outside the red zone by a 27-yard rush from Green.

However, a bobbled snap fell out of the hands of quarterback Reavis, and after it careened around the feet and outstretched arms of several players, a Woodward defender scooped up the ball and returned it over 65 yards to put the War Eagles on the scoreboard.

BT responded immediately with Reavis hitting tight end Bryant, who was alone in the middle of the field, for a 77yard touchdown to put BT up 23-7.

After being stymied for the entire first half, Woodward finally broke through on the first play of their ensuing drive with quarterback Mike Wright breaking through up the middle of BT’s defense on a run and speeding for an 83-yard

score, the third touchdown in a minute of game time.

BT took a knee to end the half leading 23-14.

Midway through the third quarter, BT took advantage of a fumble from Woodward’s Wright, setting up a 14-yard touchdown rush from Green on the ensuing play to push the Titans’ lead to 30-14.

Werkheiser made his second field goal of the game less than two minutes later, and Green and Haynes had rushing scores in the final quarter to seal the win.

The Titans will take on Oconee County (13-1) in the Class 4A state finals Saturday, Dec. 14 at Georgia State Stadium with kickoff set for 4:30 p.m.

The Titans will be seeking their third straight title, while Oconee is making its second appearance in the finals, having won the 1999 Class 3A state championship.

Though the Titans have the advantage of experience in state finals, McFarlin said it could be a non-factor.

“At the end of the day, you have to play it like it’s no different from any other game,” he said. “You don’t want to get lost in the hype, just do what you do and hope it’s enough to win.”

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Paladins smothered by Wolves in state semifinals

By ZACH SHUGAN news@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Fellowship Christian fell one game short of making the 2019 Class A-Private state championship game Friday when the Paladins suffered their first loss of the season against Wesleyan.

“It was a tough game,” said Fellowship head coach Al Morrell. “It just wasn’t our night from the start.”

The game got off to a less-than-ideal start for the Paladins, and they were never able to fully recover.

Fellowship received the opening kickoff and attempted a pass on the first play of the drive. The pass was tipped near the line of scrimmage and intercepted, setting up the Wolves at the Fellowship 27-yard line. A few plays later, Wesleyan capitalized on the take-

away with a touchdown to take an early lead.

Following a punt by Fellowship on its next drive, the Wolves continued building their lead. A 3-yard touchdown run put Wesleyan up 14-0 less than six minutes into the game.

The Paladins fared much better on their third drive, as the offense drove 80 yards down the field and Josh Cole ran for a 6-yard touchdown to stop the bleeding.

The advance was short-lived, however. Wesleyan scored on its next two drives. The Wolves had four possessions and four touchdowns in the first half.

The Paladins needed to dominate in the second half for any shot at a comeback. While their performance turned around in the third quarter and a comeback appeared momentarily pos-

sible, the Wolves quickly wrested back momentum.

Fellowship found the end zone on their first two drives to start the second half, reviving the hopes of a comeback.

Freshman running back Jayven Hall scored both touchdowns, first from 49 yards out, then from 7 yards out, to bring the score to 35-20.

The ensuing extra point attempt was blocked, making Hall’s touchdown the final points Fellowship scored on the night. Wesleyan found the end zone three more times before the final horn sounded, bringing the final score to 5620.

“We self-destructed a bit early, and that gave them momentum,” Morrell said. “The rest of the night, they were a good team and they just physically whooped us on the line of scrimmage.

We could never stop their running game.

On top of that, their quarterback was outstanding, and they had some receivers with great speed. Unfortunately we didn’t execute well, and we had too many breakdowns. And again I give [Wesleyan] a lot of credit.”

As Morrell spoke to his players in the immediate aftermath of the loss, he let them know they have nothing to be ashamed of. The Paladins finished the season 12-1, won the Region 6-A title, and hosted the first semifinals game in program history as the No. 4 seed in the state tournament.

“I just told them it wasn’t our night and that I was super proud of them,” Morrell said. “A lot of other teams would have loved to be in our position and playing tonight. They’ve had a great year.

This was a bad night. And that happens, I just told them to hold their heads high.”

Religious Services Join us to celebrate Christmas at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church “Many, but one body in Christ.”

Christmas Eve 4pm and 6pm in English in the Church and Parish Hall 8pm in Spanish in the Church 8pm in English in the Parish Hall 11pm in English in the Church

Christmas Day 9am, 10:30am, 12noon in English in the Church 2:30pm in Spanish in the Church

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Stay heart smart this holiday season Ah, the holidays: that special time of year filled with family, friends and fun – and lots of chances to overindulge. The temptations are all around, from rich roasts to creamy eggnog, but with a little planning, you can maintain heart-healthy eating habits and still enjoy the festive season.

“It’s a hectic time of year, but it’s really important we continue to think about what we’re putting in our bodies,” says WellStar cardiologist Dr. Ahsan Achtchi. “If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease or heart failure, it’s critical you do your best to eat in moderation and avoid unhealthy fats and salt.”

Dr. ACHTCHI And even those without obvious heart issues can benefit from practicing a bit of mindful restraint at the holiday table, Dr. Achtchi says. “Choose wisely,” he advises. “For example, select a lean cut of turkey instead of ham, and fill your plate with nutritious, non-starchy vegetables. Limit the dressing and sweets. You can have a treat; just don’t overindulge.”

Overindulgence can have serious

consequences. According to the American Heart Association, more heart-related deaths occur around the winter holidays that at any other time. Primarily due to excessive alcohol consumption, “holiday heart syndrome” can bring on atrial fibrillation in otherwise healthy people, with the potential for blood clots, stroke, heart failure and heart attacks.

Dr. Achtchi counsels common sense as the best way to stave off trouble.

“Limit alcohol to one drink per day for

women and two drinks for men,” he says.

“And don’t drink every day. A cocktail, beer or glass of wine should be an occasional treat, not an everyday habit.”

Finally, Dr. Achtchi recommends sticking to your exercise routine during the stressful holiday season.

“Being active helps lower blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels while strengthening your heart, lungs, muscles and bones,” he notes. “Even a brisk 30-minute walk can help relieve tension and clear your mind, helping you feel better mentally and physically.”

To learn more about Dr. Ahsan Achtchi or to schedule an appointment, please call WellStar North Fulton Cardiovascular Medicine at 770-410-4520.

A few heart-healthy tips for the season • Pay attention to nutrition labels;

breads and rolls, poultry and canned soups often have added sodium • Try adding colorful seasonal veggies (winter squash, Brussels sprouts, carrots, turnips, sweet potatoes, etc.) to a meal; they’re a great addition when baked or steamed • Use herbs and spices instead of salt or butter; they add flavor without fat • Make eggnog and hot chocolate healthier by using low-fat or skim milk; try toppings like grated cinnamon or nutmeg in place of a dollop of whipped cream • Rinse canned beans and veggies in a colander to remove excess sodium • Choose the lighter parts of the turkey, and don’t eat the skin • Pay attention to portion size; a single serving of meat should be about the size of a deck of cards • Limit gravy to a tablespoon, and stuffing/dressing to a quarter-cup Source: American Heart Association

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Cooks wanted for Roswell Roots soul food cook-off ROSWELL, Ga. — The City of Roswell is looking for local cooks to participate in Southern Soul Fixins, a soul food cookoff event for Roswell Roots: A Festival of Black History and Culture.

The cook-off is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020 at 3 p.m.

Cooks can display skills in various food styles from traditional southern soul to a modern twist on creole. Competitors may enter as a professional, amateur or youth.

First and second place will be awarded in each group as chosen by a panel of judges. A People’s Choice Award in each group will be given to the participant with the most votes from guests.

This is a free, family-friendly event and open to the public.

Each cook-off participant is asked to prepare bite-sized portions for 200 people.

All participants must register in advance. Registration deadline is Dec. 13, 2019.

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Walmart awards grant to Huskies Helping Huskies ROSWELL, Ga. — The Walmart Supercenter on Mansell Road recently awarded a $1,000 grant to Huskies Helping Huskies at Crabapple Middle School to support the fifth annual “Shop with A Hero” holiday event.

The event partners local paramedics, fire and police personnel with middle school students to build relationships through a community gathering.

As an original supporter, Walmart Supercenter provided funds, hosted students and their families in the store, provided take-home lunches and cupcakes, and assisted students and families throughout the event day.

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Roswell High School celebrates improved test scores, graduation rate ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell High School has recently earned a number of high scores and accolades. Areas of improvement include Georgia Milestones test scores, SAT scores, Advanced Placement exam scores, the graduation rate and the College and Career Readiness Performance Index score.

The Milestones test is given by state of Georgia, and factors into part of each

high school’s CCRPI score. Milestones tests are given to students in math, history/economics, physical science/biology and literature courses. A Milestones test is worth 20 percent of a student’s grade and is designed to measure content mastery.

At RHS in spring 2019, nearly every tested subject saw an increase in pass rates.

Roswell High School’s pass rate for last year’s Advanced Placement exams was the fifth highest in the district. In a school of about 2,200 students, RHS administered 1,762 AP exams to 785 students, with a pass rate of 79 percent.

RHS also saw an increase in SAT scores, the fourth highest increase in the district, with seven points. Nearly 400 students took the test, with the mean total score rising from 1165 to 1172 in one academic year.

The Georgia Department of Education recently released Roswell High School’s 2019 CCRPI number. This is the official number, per federal law, that rates each school. The RHS 2019 CCRPI score is a 91.9, an increase of 3.2 points over last year. The increase moves RHS from a B school to an A school.

RHS’ four-year graduation rate increased two points from 2018 to 2019 as well, from 88.8 percent to 90.8 percent.

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Three Roswell High School students placed in the Roswell Garden Club’s competition.

Roswell Garden Club names writing competition winners ROSWELL, Ga. — The Roswell Garden Club recently named the winners of its Blog Post Writing Competition, which was open to all high school students.

Three students from Roswell High School took top honors in the competition: • 1st place: Emma Guglielmo • 2nd place: Ana Clara Ferreira • 3rd place: Ava Weinreb The winners received cash prizes, and their entries will be posted on The

Roswell Garden Club’s website at roswellgardenclub.com.

The prompt for the persuasive piece was inspired by 16-year-old Greta Thernberg’s speech to the UN and the National Garden Club, Inc.’s Conservation Pledge. It asked students to write a blog post exploring how the citizens of Roswell can become better stewards of the environment and our natural resources. Students were encouraged to blog about ways communities, organizations, families and individuals can make a positive impact on the world.

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New talent leading Cambridge boys basketball

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — For the past several seasons, Cambridge boys basketball has had plenty of talent, but there were always a few names on the roster that stood out. Some of those standouts have gone on to play collegiately, such as Kamar Robertson (Mercer) and Kyler Ingram (Emmanuel College), while Matthew Cleveland transferred to Pace Academy.

The Bears (5-3, 3-1) may not have the same kind of name recognition on their roster this season, and there a host of new faces on the court, but that has not kept the team from early season success.

“This is a team that has bought into the teamfirst mentality,” head coach Chip Flemmer said.

“We don’t have the superstar that is getting a lot of recognition, but collectively, they are a really great team.”

Offensively, Cambridge is no longer relying on a few high-output scorers. Where points are concerned, they are spreading the wealth.

“This year, we’ve usually had two consistent scorers, but the rest is scoring by committee,” Flemmer said. “We have had different guys contributing every night.”

Much of the Bears’ new offensive leaders have come from the junior varsity ranks.

One senior stepping into the varsity spotlight is senior EJ Smith. Through six games, the 6-foot-3 wing averaged 12 points and four rebounds.

“He’s a really solid outside shooter,” Flemmer said. “He’s definitely made the adjustment [to varsity play], and he’s really been working on his game. You can tell he put in a lot of hard work in the offseason.”

Leading the Bears on the offensive stat sheet is senior guard Cole Bearden, who averaged 17 points through six games while compiling 28 re-

bounds and 17 steals.

Behind Cambridge’s top two scorers, wings Tommy Swift, Davis Sager and Jonas Melber, senior forward Sola Adebisi and senior guard Benton Harkness have all contributed offensively.

A focus this season for the Bears has been their defense.

“In the past we tried to outscore you, we still wanted to play well defensively, but we tended to the up-and-down team that put up scores in the 80s,” Flemmer said. “This team takes so much pride on the defensive end. We’re hoping we don’t see any of those high scoring numbers in our effort to lock teams down.”

Another addition to the Bears bench has been assistant coach John Lash who comes to Cambridge from the Blessed Trinity program. Lash stepped into his new role after former assistant coach Aaron Darling took the head coach position at River Ridge.

“He’s been a great addition,” Flemmer said. “He is really taking the onus on defense and getting us to the identity of a shutdown team.”

Through six games, Cambridge has given up 57 points per game, 11 fewer per contest than their opening six last season.

Bearden is averaging three steals per game and Adebisi has caused trouble for opposition shooters with three blocks per game.

The new-look Bears will strive to continue their success in Region 7-AAAAAA play after the program captured its first region title last year. But similar to previous seasons, it is tough sledding to reach the tournament championship game.

“If anything, this region has gotten better,” Flemmer said. “Everybody is bringing something back, and you can’t take a night off.”

The Bears continue the opening portion of their region schedule through this week before traveling to Panama City Beach, Fla. for the Beach Bash Classic.

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Cambridge junior wing Davis Sager drives to the net against Alpharetta in the Bears’ 68-51 win Nov. 19. Sager is among many Cambridge players who have stepped up to the varsity ranks this season.

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Danes top Titans to continue strong start

By ZACH SHUGAN news@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Denmark captured its seventh win in eight games and improved to 2-0 in Region 7-AAAA play Dec. 5 by taking down Blessed Trinity at home, 64-49.

The Danes, No. 2 in the class 4A preseason rankings, were led by sophomore Robert Cowherd, who notched 23 points and seven rebounds in their home opener. Other key contributors for the Danes were Auburn football commit Ze’Vian Capers with four points and five rebounds and point guard Sutton Smith with 11 points and a handful of assists.

It was a defensive slugfest in the first half, as neither team could find its footing on offense. After leading 13-6 at

the end of the first quarter, Denmark took a 25-19 lead into the locker room at halftime.

The Danes took charge in the third quarter, nearly doubling their points total from the second period. By the time the buzzer rang to send the game to the fourth, the Danes had built a 49-34 lead with Cowherd leading the charge.

“He’s got a natural ability to score the basketball,” Denmark head coach Tyler Whitlock said. “He can score with the best of them. He can hit really tough shots that you don’t allow most players to take, but we trust him and have confidence in him to hit those shots, especially when he gets going.”

Blessed Trinity was led by Justin Zimmer, Jonathan Franchi and Ben Hamacher, who combined for 34 of

team’s 49 points.

The Danes managed to hold off the relentless Titans in the fourth and came away with the 15-point win.

“Defensively we were locked in,” Whitlock said. “I was very proud of how we played defensively. There were a few possessions where we just lost focus and gave up a few easy shots, but I think for the most part we were very sound. Offensively, there’s not a lot of flow to what we’re doing yet, but that comes with time.”

Denmark (7-1, 2-0) continues region play on Dec. 13 against Flowery Branch.

Blessed Trinity (4-5, 1-1), No. 9 in the class 4A preseason rankings, hosts upcoming region games against Flowery Branch on Dec. 10 and Marist on Dec. 13.

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Denmark sophomore Robert Cowherd drives on Blessed Trinity’s Jonathan Franchi in the Region 7-AAAA contest last Thursday.

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ROSWELL 57, ALPHARETTA 32

Roswell girls down Alpharetta to continue hot start

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Roswell girls basketball improved to 8-1 Saturday afternoon with a lopsided win over Alpharetta at the Survivors and Champions Classic at Milton High School.

The Hornets were led by a stout de-

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fensive performance that held the Raiders to single-digit scoring in three quarters and 19 points below their season average.

“We played tough defense and pushed the tempo like we wanted to and got out to an early lead,” head coach Antonio Wade said. “We made some mistakes and missed some shots, but we got some young girls in there to get some minutes, so overall I was very satisfied.”

Freshman guard Maren Cline led the Hornets in scoring with 13 points, and she added five rebounds with three steals.

Senior center Kate Manley and junior guard Makala Torrence each scored nine, with Torrence compiling four steals.

Sophomore forward Ella Boyle, who is averaging a double-double this year, scored seven with 10 rebounds, two steals and a block.

Roswell jumped out to a 20-6 lead in the first quarter and outscored the Raiders in each quarter. The Hornets led 31-16 and began the third quarter with a 13-6 run, then bested Alpharetta’s scoring by six points in the final period to seal the win.

Wade said his team’s defense has been a strong suit this year, and he is pleased with his squad’s overall performance so far, given their youth.

Torrence leads the Hornets in scoring with seniors Manley and Jasmine Frierson averaging nine points per game.

Wade said Cline and Boyle have also made their mark on the court this year.

“While those players have stood out, really it’s been a team effort,” Wade said.

“Katie Northernor and Ashley Meyers, who are both freshmen, have given us good minutes off the bench with Liat

Klemm. It’s been a good mixture of those seniors with the young girls that have gotten us off to a great start. I’ve been surprised, honestly, because we are so young, but the girls are giving it their all and that’s all I can ask.”

Roswell will turn its attention to region play next week. The Hornets host Woodstock to kick off their Region 4-AAAAAAA slate and travel to Walton Friday before the holiday break.

Alpharetta dropped to 5-4 with the loss under first-year head coach Rickey Jordan.

Sophomore Simone Lett led the Raiders with 10 points in Saturday’s loss to the Hornets.

The Raiders are 2-1 in Region 7-AAAAAA play and will take on region foes Centennial, Johns Creek and Pope next week.

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Roswell boys repel Raider rally for third straight win in a week

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com

MILTON, Ga. — Roswell boys basketball jumped out to a sizeable lead over Alpharetta Saturday afternoon in the Survivors and Champions Classic at Milton High School, but the Hornets had to hold off a late comeback to secure their third win of the week.

The Hornets (5-4, 0-0) controlled the first half, holding the Raiders to just nine points in 16 minutes of play. But midway through the third, Alpharetta’s Crosswordbackcourt pressure began to give the Hornets fits.

Trailing 41-22 entering the third, the Raiders (2-5, 1-2) started to have success with the long ball and began to chip away at the lead. Jayden Stephens and Malachi Chipp each hit 3-pointers and Stephens converted three free throws Solution after being fouled beyond the arc to cut J A N E A B E L R E A L E D R A T N K A N G A E W E R Y O G A S L O P S T H O S K I A U N A R N O T W I B O O N R E G

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Roswell’s lead to 10 points.

With Roswell committing several turnovers against the Raiders’ press, Alpharetta went on a 12-2 run to start the fourth.

With three minutes remaining, Roswell’s lead stood at just two points following consecutive turnovers from the Hornets.

With their backs suddenly against the wall, Hornets junior George Pridgett gave Roswell some separation with critical free throws. Pridgett, who scored a game-winning 3-pointer as the buzzer sounded in the Hornets’ 62-59 win over Lambert Friday night, hit seven of eight free throws and a layup in the final PuzzleJunction.com three minutes to keep the Roswell in the lead.

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“After beating a team the night before that was ranked in the preseason top10, I was worried about coming out flat, but the kids were ready to play,” Roswell head coach Ty Phillips said. “But we’re so inexperienced and young right now, we have to learn how to play with the lead. We really had complete control at halftime, and credit to [Alpharetta], they came out strong and almost got us, but we were able to settle down, get some big free throws at the end and come away with a win.”

Pridgett led all scorers with 23 points, and eight of his nine free throws came in the final minutes of the game.

Freshman guard Jase McCullough and junior forward Michael Fitzgerald also had strong performances. McCullough scored 15 points with seven rebounds, and Fitzgerald netted 13 with seven rebounds.

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points, and senior Josh Spencer had 12 points with five rebounds and two steals.

The Hornets’ win puts the team above .500 for the first time this season, and Phillips is banking his youthful squad will continue to improve.

“The ceiling for this team, we’re not even close to it,” he said. “We are going to keep getting better and better because we’re so young. We are pleased to go 3-0 this week, but we’re far from where we need to be.”

While Saturday’s game extended Roswell’s winning streak, it added to the Raiders’ drought. After winning two of their opening three games, Alpharetta has dropped four straight.

Both teams will take on region opponents next week. Roswell opens Region 4-AAAAAAA play against Woodstock and Walton while the Raiders face Region 7-AAAAAA opponents Pope, Centennial and Johns Creek.

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Matthew Lewis Moulin, 41, of Cumming, passed away November 26, 2019.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Roy Walter Osmulski, 70, of Cumming, passed away November 27, 2019.

Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home.

William G. Roughead, 88, of Roswell, passed away November 23, 2019.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Crematory.

Jerry Wayne Taylor, 73, of Roswell, passed away November 28, 2019.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors &

Pat W. Toler, 92, of Roswell, passed away November 30, 2019. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Ying Tsui, 92, of Atlanta, passed away November 29, 2019. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Judith Virginia Vandiver, 75, of Alpharetta, passed away November 26, 2019.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

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