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City leaders concentrate on medical cannabis plan

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A map published by the City of Dunwoody shows different areas of the city where medical cannabis dispensaries could be opened in the future. Sections in blue show areas around public and private schools, or places of worship, where these businesses would be prohibited.

DUNWOODY, Ga. — Ailing Dunwoody residents who need THC oils to treat a range of illnesses may be one step closer to having dispensaries just down the street.

At the July 10 Dunwoody City Council meeting, members discussed a possible zoning ordinance which would define how medical cannabis dispensaries would be regulated locally and a new map identifying four areas where they might be located.

If approved by the City Council at a future meeting, cannabis dispensaries could be opened in certain areas near Dunwoody’s borders with Sandy Springs, Brookhaven, Chamblee, Doraville and

Dunwoody City Council approves 2023 property tax rate

By ALEXANDER POPP alex@appenmedia.com DUNWOODY, Ga. — The Dunwoody City Council has approved a tax rate of 3.040 mills, which could cause some homeowners to see higher tax bills this year.

Elected officials held three public hearings over June and July to discuss the millage rate but received basically no

public comments.

At each of the hearings, Assistant City Manager Jay Vinicki said Dunwoody’s property tax rate will remain at 3.040 mills for the second year, but tax bills are expected to increase by 1.57 percent for some homeowners this year, due to annual property reassessments.

Dunwoody’s millage rate is capped by city charter at 3.040 mills. With property

values generally increasing each year, the city has the option to roll back the tax rate to generate the same revenues as the prior year, or it can maintain the same millage rate, which generally brings in more money because property values have risen.

Because the city decided against the revenue-neutral rollback rate of 2.993

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Peachtree Corners, tucked at least 1,000 feet away from schools and places of worship.

Since Georgia’s Hope Act was signed into law by Gov. Brian Kemp in 2019, the possession and sale of low-level THC oil has been legalized as medicine for people with 17 specific medical conditions, like end-stage cancer.

Unlike traditional cannabis flower or THC oil purchased illegally on the street or in states where it’s legal, Georgia law stipulates legal low THC oil must contain less than 5 percent THC. “This is not for recreational cannabis, not to get high like some type of recreational use. This is specifically only for medical purposes,” Deputy Community

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DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — DeKalb County Sheriff Melody Maddox issued a warning to county residents July 7 that a new phone scam has surfaced in metro-Atlanta.

Maddox reported more than $14,000 was stolen from a DeKalb County man who received threatening phone calls from someone claiming to be with the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office and that the man had not appeared for jury duty. Scammers sometimes pose as DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office deputies or other employees and tell victims they may be arrested on a warrant

– that does not exist – or for not appearing for jury duty. Then, the scammer offers to help the victim avoid arrest by paying a fee, generally through prepaid money cards.

In some bold instances, scammers have arranged to meet victims in the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office parking lot to pay the fraudulent fees, relying on fear to motivate their targets to follow instructions.

These scammers are known to prey on senior citizens and immigrants, she said.

Maddox warned residents that the sheriff’s office will never contact anyone by

phone to ask for personal information or payment to avoid arrest.

“You are being targeted by a criminal,” Maddox said. “Just hang up. Do not engage in conversation with the caller and please do not give them any personal or financial information such as Social Security card or bank account numbers.”

To report a scam call from someone pretending to be with the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, call sheriff’s office representatives at 404-298-8200 or 404-298-8282.

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alert about a stolen vehicle at Winters Chapel Road and Peachtree Industrial Boulevard July 8.

Officers quickly located the vehicle and allegedly found it being driven by its registered owner.

The owner said he previously located the vehicle and had not reported it to police but did not elaborate on why.

The vehicle and driver were released and the case was closed.

custody.

All of the women were charged with felony obstruction, but a 20-year-old Norcross woman was also charged with possession of marijuana, financial card theft, identity fraud, false representation and fraud altering ID. After speaking with additional suspects, police also charged a 25-year-old Stone Mountain woman with terroristic threats, simple assault and possession of a gun during the commission of a felony.

Police also recovered a Glock 19 handgun during the incident.

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

Mall employee threatened during shoplifting incident DUNWOODY, Ga. — Dunwoody police are searching for a man who allegedly threatened an employee at Perimeter Mall during a shoplifting incident July 4.

Reports said the incident occurred at about noon, when a man put on an “Allen Iverson” t-shirt inside the mall’s Zumiez store and attempted to leave without paying.

When a mall employee attempted to stop the man, he allegedly threatened to punch her and fled the mall through a side exit.

Police were provided with a video of the suspect and the incident, but at the time of the report no suspect was identified.

Owner found driving car reported stolen DUNWOODY, Ga. — Police officers in Dunwoody recently closed out a stolen vehicle case in the most unusual way – by finding it being driven by the owner.

Dunwoody police reports said that an officer responded to a FLOCK traffic camera

Multiple women arrested after armed mall incident DUNWOODY, Ga. — Dunwoody police have arrested four women for obstruction and multiple other charges after an incident at Perimeter Mall in Dunwoody.

Officers responded to the mall at about 4 p.m. July 4, after receiving reports that an armed person had caused a disturbance inside the mall.

At the scene, officers located a large group of people who had been escorted out of the mall by security, including one woman who they believed was in possession of a firearm. However, when officers began to detain the group for questioning, the women attempted to flee in vehicle.

After blocking the suspect vehicle into a parking spot, officers began to place the armed woman into custody and the three other suspects began pushing and grabbing the arresting officer, reports said.

When additional officers arrived at the scene, all four of the women were placed in

Construction zone speeding arrest made in Dunwoody DUNWOODY, Ga. — Police reports said a 28-year-old Sandy Springs man was arrested after traveling nearly 100 miles per hour in a Dunwoody construction zone.

Reports said officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of I-285 and North Shallowford Road at about 8:30 a.m. July 5, after a driver was clocked traveling at 98 miles per hour in a construction zone.

When stopped by the officer, the vehicle’s driver said he was driving so fast because he was trying to get to a work meeting and didn’t like being around other vehicles on the highway.

The driver was placed under arrest for speeding in a construction zone, reckless driving a failure to use a turn signal.

He was transported to the DeKalb County Jail without incident.

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Ex-Dunwoody police officer wins $10,000 unemployment appeal

By ALEXANDER POPP alex@appenmedia.com DUNWOODY, Ga. — A Dunwoody police whistleblower fired from the department in 2020 due to alleged misconduct has won an unemployment appeal with the Georgia Department of Labor for more than $10,000.

In a July 6 decision, GDOL Hearing Officer Tracey L. Lee said the City of Dunwoody failed to provide concrete evidence that ex-police officer Austin Handle knowingly, willingly or deliberately violated rules or orders that would disqualify him from receiving unemployment benefits.

Handle was fired from the Dunwoody Police Department in April 2020 for “police violation, due to dishonesty,” during an investigation into whether the officer used his patrol vehicle’s lights and sirens to speed through his neighborhood.

Handle claims these accusations were false and he was fired in retaliation for speaking up about sexual assault and misconduct perpetrated and sanctioned by senior officers within the department.

An internal report released by the city in 2020 alleges internal strife

“I feel ecstatic, relieved and I feel confident, more now than I ever have been.”

AUSTIN HANDLE Former Dunwoody police officer

within the department had been going on for years. The report cited nearly 50 allegations of sexual harassment and professional misconduct against senior officers.

Many of the allegations centered around former Lt. Fidel Espinoza, who resigned before the probe concluded in July 2020. Some officers said Espinoza had been harassing them for years.

Following the report, legal invoices and documents obtained by Appen Media showed Dunwoody paid more than $400,000 for legal services to address employment matters within the police department.

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More recent invoices obtained through several open records requests show that the city spent $141 on legal services in Handle’s case in 2023.

However, heavy redactions in the invoices make it unclear whether this is all the city spent fighting the unemployment payout.

“They're trying to make it out like they're being transparent, and they have accountability. But I think in the court of public opinion, we won a long time ago,” Handle said in an interview with Appen Media July 7.

After he was terminated in April 2020, Handle filed for unemployment insurance, but the Department of Labor denied the claim. Decisions during several other appeals, including this most recent hearing, have since reversed that decision.

Additionally, Handle’s certification with Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council has since been retroactively reinstated, and the organization has administratively dismissed the city’s charges.

“The claimant did not make any statements against his self-interest to warrant a disqualification,” Lee wrote in the July 6 Decision. “The employer has not shown that the claimant was

at fault by a deliberate, willing and knowing action on his part. Therefore, benefits are allowed.”

The City of Dunwoody has 15 days to file an appeal against the decision, which they have done previously. But city officials haven’t commented on whether that’s going to happen yet.

In an email Monday, July 10, Dunwoody Communications Director Jennifer Boettcher said the city does not comment on employment claims.

Despite a possible appeal from the city, Handle, who serves as vice chair of the Lamplighter Project, a national organization that encourages law enforcement officers to speak out against police corruption or injustice, said he is more energized now than ever.

Handle said he and other members of the Lamplighter Project will visit Washington D.C. later this month to celebrate National Whistleblower Appreciation Day, July 30, and this win is icing on the cake for their organization.

“I stand by what I said a few years ago, which is ‘keep the faith,’” he said. “I feel ecstatic, relieved and I feel confident, more now than I ever have been.”

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Alan Mothner, chief executive officer of The Spruill Center for the Arts, stands in front of the building in April. “In Light,” a new exhibition at the Spruill Gallery, will open July 20.

Spruill Gallery plans ‘In Light’ exhibition DUNWOODY, Ga. — Opening July 20, the Spruill Gallery at the Spruill Center for the Arts in Dunwoody will open the exhibition, “In Light,” with artists In Kyoung Chun and Steven L. Anderson.

The new exhibition invites art enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the vibrant colors and “ethereal beauty” of the natural world, skillfully interpreted by these artists.

Chun, a native of Seoul, South Korea, is an Atlanta-based painter known for capturing the “essence of seasonal enjoyment” with her loose watercolor technique. Her work is in collections at The High Museum of Art, the City of Atlanta Mayors Office of Cultural Affairs and the Fulton County Public Library.

In contrast with Chun’s approach, Anderson will feature his “ReNaturing” series during the exhibit, with 19thcentury engravings that collide with an inspired use of color, infused with “energy and contemporary relevance,” officials said.

Anderson is co-director of Day & Night Projects, an Atlanta artist-run gallery he helped start in 2016. His works have been featured in public and private collections throughout the United States since 1996.

“In Light” will open July 20 and will end Sept. 2, 2023. A closing reception for the exhibit will be held Aug. 24 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

For more information about this exhibition and the Spruill Gallery, visit www.spruillarts.org/gallery.

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Continued from Page 1 Development Director Paul Leonhardt said.

As with the Council’s last discussion in February, when a moratorium banning cannabis dispensaries in the city was extended until September, Leonhardt said they aren’t aware of any medical cannabis companies looking at Dunwoody for potential expansion. But with the recent opening of a dispensary in Marietta and rumors swirling of a potential unidentified Brookhaven dispensary, leaders have started to define local regulations.

“The State of Georgia has decided that medical cannabis is a valuable medical resource to residents,” Leonhardt said.

“So now it's on us to identify how we want to make that product available to residents in the city.”

So far, the Georgia has issued two licenses for five dispensaries, Leonhardt said. One license has been issued to Truelieve for locations in Marietta, Macon and Pooler. The second license has been issued to Botanical Sciences, which has not announced its dispensary locations.

Eventually the current laws will allow 30 total dispensaries statewide, with many expected to be clustered around Metro Atlanta.

Dunwoody staff were able to visit the Trulieve Medical Marijuana Dispensary on Cobb Parkway in Marietta after it opened in April. Leonhardt said they were able to learn a lot from the visit, calling the dispensary, “unobtrusive” and without a large impact on the surrounding area.

Similarly, Dunwoody officials have learned from municipalities in Florida, where medical marijuana has been legal since 2014, under much more permissive laws.

Leonhardt said at the minimum, Dunwoody must require dispensaries to be 1,000 feet from public or private schools, and places of worship – a distance more than three times what is required for liquor stores.

Additionally, city staff have proposed placing a 2-mile spacing requirement on

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Dunwoody officials hear a presentation on a proposed medical cannabis ordinance at a City Council meeting held July 10. dispensaries, to prevent dispensary businesses from clustering in areas where sales are permitted.

However, Leonhardt said if the city does place strict requirements on medical cannabis businesses, it will likely push businesses out of the local market.

“Because we have this relatively hard cap right now, only 30 locations,” he said. “If we have regulations that are very stringent, they may not come to Dunwoody, but go to Sandy Springs. Due to the low number of licenses that exist statewide.”

No one in Sandy Springs government responded to requests for information about how the city plans to address the issue of medical cannabis businesses.

A location analysis map of Dunwoody shows potential dispensaries could be opened around Perimeter Center, on certain parcels near the Georgetown Square and I-285, and in southeast Dunwoody along Winters Chapel Road and Peachtree Industrial Boulevard.

“Even if we wanted to, we couldn't go lower than this,” Leonhardt said of the proposed regulations.

No action was taken on the item at the meeting and there were no public comments. However, several councilmembers shared their opinions after Leonhardt’s presentation.

Echoing the comments made by several members of the Dunwoody Planning Commission, who voted to approve the proposal at a meeting June 13, Post

Stage Door Theatre celebrates 50 years DUNWOODY, Ga. — Since 1973, the Stage Door Theatre has captivated live audiences with theatrical performances, arts education and community engagement.

To mark its 50th anniversary in Dunwoody, Stage Door Theatre has announced new partnerships with Piccadilly Puppets, Dad’s Garage and some of Atlanta’s best theatre artists, including India Tyree, Hannah Marie Smith and Bill Balzer.

"Our 50th season is a testament to the enduring spirit of Stage Door Theatre," Justin Ball, producing artistic director

of Stage Door Theatre said. "These new partnerships allow us to continue providing exceptional entertainment and educational opportunities for all."

Main stage shows produced for the Stage Door Theatre’s 50th anniversary season will include productions of “Tuesdays with Morrie,” "It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play," "The Mad Hatterpillar: A Puppet Musical," and "Native Gardens." Tickets for these shows are on sale now.

For tickets and to learn more, visit www.stagedoortheatre.org.

6 Councilman John Heneghan said he is in favor and may support removing the 2-mile anti-clustering measure.

“This is medicine that people need for very serious medical conditions,” Heneghan said. “I'm in favor of approving

this. I may be in favor of reducing that 2-mile limit, because based on what I'm seeing, even down to 1 mile, I'm not sure it allows too many extra.”

Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch, who also shared concerns about potential medical cannabis dispensaries at the February meeting, said she is still unconvinced that Dunwoody is right for these businesses.

Deutsch specifically said all examples of dispensary businesses they have seen so far run afoul of the city’s requirements on window transparency, which is a problem.

“What continues to concern me and what may make Dunwoody a ‘no’ location … is we have not yet ever seen an example of one of these where the windows are not fully covered and we don't allow that,” she said. “I say we try it with the current regulations and then if we need to make changes we can.”

Leonhardt said the proposal will return to the City Council’s agenda at a meeting in August.

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DUNWOODY FOOD TRUCK THURSDAYS What: Scheduled every Thursday through October, this event features a variety of food trucks and live music.

When: Thursday, July 20, 5-8 p.m.

Where: Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody More info: facebook.com/ dunwoodyfoodtruckthursdays

ALIVE IN ROSWELL

What: Alive in Roswell is a free, familyfriendly monthly festival held every third Thursday evening from April through October, featuring music, food trucks and hundreds of interactive vendors. It also sees participation from the many surrounding boutiques, small businesses and restaurants. Free regular trolley service connects the free parking at Roswell City Hall and Woodstock Park to the event. Dogs are allowed at Alive in Roswell, but please bring them on a leash and clean up any deposits from your baby. Animals are not allowed on the free trolley.

When: Thursday, July 20, 5-9 p.m.

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ROTARY CLUB OF ALPHARETTA CONCERT SERIES: DOCK ROCK BAND

What: Dock Rock Band will take listeners on a musical journey through the iconic hits of the ’70s and ’80s. Kurt Thomas is set to open.

When: Friday, July 21, 7-11 p.m.

Where: Town Green, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: facebook.com/ RotaryClubAlpharetta

SANDY SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET What: Open every Saturday until Nov. 18, the market features fresh produce and artisan foods.

When: Saturday, July 22, 8:30 a.m.12:30 p.m.

Where: City Springs, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs More info: citysprings.com

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What: The opening celebration for the 203-acre Cauley Creek Park will include carnival rides and games, music, food

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What: Alive in Roswell is a free, family-friendly monthly festival held every third Thursday evening from April through October, featuring music, food trucks and hundreds of interactive vendors. It also sees participation from the many surrounding boutiques, small businesses and restaurants. Free regular trolley service connects the free parking at Roswell City Hall and Woodstock Park to the event. Dogs are allowed at Alive in Roswell, but please bring them on a leash and clean up any deposits from your baby. Animals are not allowed on the free trolley.

When: Thursday, July 20, 5-9 p.m.

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When: Saturday, July 22, 4-8 p.m.

Where: Cauley Creek Park, 7255 Bell Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

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What: Get up close and personal in a live performance by Filipino bands Rivermaya, The Teeth, Neocolours, Gloc-9 and INTRoVOYS. They will be performing their No. 1 hit songs.

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Where: Byers Theatre, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs Cost: Tickets from $93 More info: citysprings.com

TRAIL TOUR TUESDAY: BIRMINGHAM PARK What: Milton’s outdoor recreation supervisor will lead a guided tour of Birmingham Park.

When: Tuesday, July 25, 3-5 p.m.

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Where: City Green, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs Cost: Lawn seating is free More info: sandyspringsga.gov

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What: Bring the family, your blanket or beach chair, and relax under the stars as “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” features on the giant screen. Mayfield Ice Cream will be providing free ice cream for attendees, available while supplies last.

When: Saturday, July 29, 7 p.m.

Where: Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody More info: dunwoodyga.gov

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At Wesleyan, it’s not a matter of choosing faith or intellect, but rather using both to create the best possible education for your child. Our leadership and faculty work to provide students with an atmosphere that is challenging, reinforces the value of hard work, and emphasizes character and integrity above accomplishment. Wesleyan prepares students for each stage of life and provides them the opportunity to see all the possibilities that lie before them. Wesleyan’s school motto is JOY-Jesus, Others, Yourself, and every aspect of school life is oriented to reinforce this philosophy of putting Jesus first and others ahead of ourselves.

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This is The 805!

Brought to you by – Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School, located at 805 Mt. Vernon Highway, NW, in Sandy Springs, enrolls 1,380 students in Grades PK3-12. HIES is a unique, vibrant learning community filled with encouragement and every imaginable opportunity for students to explore their talents, pursue their passions and achieve their full potential.

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Preparing middle school students for a complex world Brought to you by – Endeavor International School In an increasingly competitive world, children need an education that prepares them for a complex economy. Endeavor International School, an IB (International Baccalaureate®) middle school in Dunwoody, Georgia serves students from 6th grade to 8th grade. We offer an empowering education and implement the International Baccalaureate® (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP), ensuring a rigorous education in the sciences and arts with professional educators trained to develop young minds to their maximum potential.

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Developing self-directed world citizens through integrated learning Brought to you by – Endeavor Montessori, Dunwoody A Montessori education offers a curriculum that focuses on developing physical, cognitive, social and emotional growth, enabling them to reach their full potential and gain an appreciation for learning that lasts a lifetime. Endeavor Montessori opened fall 2019 in Dunwoody, GA, and is enrolling children ages 6 weeks-12 years for 2023 - 2024.

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Brookhaven honors Lynwood Park School with historic marker In June 2023, a historic marker for Lynwood Park Elementary and High School was installed in front of the former school on Osborne Road by the City of Brookhaven. The Park FounVALERIE BIGGERSTAFF Lynwood dation has made it Columnist their mission to see the history of Lynwood Park remembered and honored.

The large plaque reads, “Lynwood Park Elementary and High School, 19491968.” At the top of the marker is an image of a red schoolhouse, the first school built for the community. Minnie Lee Cates donated the land and J.C. Lynn served as administrator of the estate.

In 1949, the community purchased land at the end of Osborne Road for a new school. The land was deeded to DeKalb County, and the county built the new school. Jeanes Supervisor Narvie Harris, DeKalb School Superintendent Jim Cherry, Principal Harvey Coleman and PTA President Mrs. McDaniel were all present for the groundbreaking.

Following the Brown vs. Board of Education 1954 Supreme Court ruling stating that separate public schools for Black and White students were unconstitutional, Georgia built new schools or made improvements to Black schools, but segregation continued. Lynwood School and other schools in Georgia that were built or had additions constructed are known as equalization schools. Despite these changes, facilities, books and supplies at the schools were not equal.

The original enrollment of Lynwood School consisted of students from Doraville, Chamblee, and those already in the Lynwood Park community. The students came from a consolidation of Black schools in the north part of DeKalb County.

After the class of 1968 graduated, the school closed, and high school-age students were integrated into Cross Keys High School and Chamblee High School.

Elementary-age students were assigned to Jim Cherry, Montgomery, and Huntley Hills Elementary School.

The newly installed marker begins with this paragraph: “This was the site

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A marker stands in front of Lynwood Park School in the Lynwood Park community. The marker was placed by the City of Brookhaven in June to recognize the historic significance of the school.

of Lynwood Park Elementary and High School, home of the Mighty Rattlers, from 1949 until 1968. As the oldest African American community in DeKalb County, Lynwood Park was known for its unity, strength, and independence in an era of legal, racial segregation.”

Kathy Wells provided leadership and perseverance to see the marker designed, completed and installed. “The Lynwood Park Foundation is committed to our mission, which includes preserving the history of our community and ancestors past and present. We strongly felt our history needed to be recorded and recognized. In 2020, our organization partnered with the city of Brookhaven leaders in ensuring that the city recognized and preserved the history of the original Lynwood Park Community.”

The City of Brookhaven adopted a resolution recognizing the historic importance of the Lynwood Park community and school on Oct. 13, 2020.

Wells and the Lynwood Park Foundation sought recognition for a “…community of people who not only created their own history, homes, churches, schools, and businesses, more importantly they built an astute bond of love, protection, and unity for one another. We stand proud of our organization and the city of Brookhaven for standing strong in spirit and determination to recognize our ancestors.”

Award-winning author Valerie Biggerstaff is a longtime columnist for Appen Media and the Dunwoody Crier. She lives in Atlanta. You can email Valerie at pasttensega@gmail.com or visit her website at pasttensega.com.

I have a friend here in Alpharetta I’ve known for decades. We went to school together at FSU, lived in the same dorm, swam at the same sinks, camped out at St. George Island RAY APPEN together with our Publisher Emeritus posse with kegs of beer on weekends and such. I don’t think you can sleep in the dunes at St. George with kegs of beer anymore. That was a long time ago.

We’re both married and have adult children. We are retired or very close.

We’ve both survived bouts of prostate cancer and we’ve both stumbled into older age sometimes clueless and other times with firm and clear resolve. And we are headed into, well, those later chapters of life now.

And boy, who knew?

My friend is an artist – a talented musician, writer, painter, and who knows what else. He never ceases to surprise me. We were both big Dylan fans back in the day. At one point, I am sure he knew and could play almost every recorded Bob Dylan song ever made.

Dylan still makes up maybe half of my play list – with the Stones, Jackson Brown, Velvet Underground, Hendrix, Tracy Chapman and Van Morrison making up most of the remainder.

When I did my hike seven years ago, it was the same playlist that it is now. I don’t think I have added more than a few songs in the last 20 years. Sad. While I seem to be stuck in one place musically, he has probably moved on, I think; his playlist today probably doesn’t overlap so much with his old one, I suspect.

Neither of us would have imagined back then that after all the water under all the bridge, and all the years that we should end up living within a couple miles of each other in North Fulton. Life is funny.

It reminds me of water; water is going to go where it wants to go, and at the end of the day, one rarely has control of water.

The older I get though, the more I believe that very little in life is random. There is a reason – a plan – somewhere. Nothing else makes sense or explains this stuff.

Our relationship is still the same, but it’s not.

Time, I find, has a sneaky way of messing with people, relationships, friendships and the status quo. I can count on one hand the number of truly close friends I have. If I include the friends who are still so close, but who have changed in ways that are no longer as convergent with our shared relationship back then, my list probably expands to two hands, but not more.

The friends I have from the only-one-hand group will always be there, and the relationship will never change.

We can pick up the phone after years, and it is like not a day has passed. We can do that today. We can do that in 20 years. Depending on who goes first, we’ll attend each other’s funerals.

We know each other’s kids and spouses well. The kids are almost as close to us as we are to each other. We’ve been to their weddings. We’ve driven or flown down for funerals of their grandparents.

We keep track of their lives, their careers and their families as if it were our own.

And when the chips were down, we are the ones who always show up.

“Just show up,” is what my son Carl says about things that are important.

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Jehana (ID# 52300663) is an adorable joy. Easy out of the kennel, easy to walk. Our photo team said, “She’s a cute low-rider and looks to be a fairly recent mama. Medium energy at best, very low-key and easy-going. She loved getting pets and giving kisses, just lay down on the concrete and wanted hugs and kisses. Adorable and would probably love being somebody’s couch potato.” Netflix anyone?

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Volunteers say that Pepsi is sweet and gentle and walks well on leash. She has interacted well with other dogs, takes treats gently and eats them daintily. She thoroughly enjoys playtime with her favorite toys and may even be house trained! Come meet Pepsi Lae today at DeKalb County Animal Services today at 3280 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Chamblee, GA 30340, or call us at 404.294.2286.

Expand your family by four furry little feet; meet Pepsi Lae and have a loving friend forever. All adoptions include spay/ neuter, vaccinations and microchip. If you would like more information about Pepsi Lae or if you have questions about adopting, fostering or volunteering please email adoption@dekalbanimalservices.com or call (404) 294-2165; all potential adopters will be screened to ensure Pepsi Lae goes to a good home.

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THE CITY OF DUNWOODY, GEORGIA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Dunwoody Planning Commission will meet Tuesday August 8, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Dunwoody City Hall, which is located at 4800 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody, Georgia 30338 for the purpose of due process of the following: Text amendments to the Code of the City of Dunwoody for Chapter 27, including Sec. 27-72, Sec. 27-104, Sec. 27-107B, and other sections, the general purpose of which is to amend zoning regulations and procedures for drive-through facilities.

Text amendments to the Code of the City of Dunwoody for Chapter 16, including Sec. 16-79, the general purpose of which is to update the list of exempt activities in the stream buffers, in accordance with state law.

Should you have any questions or comments, please contact the City of Dunwoody Community Development Department at 678-382-6800. Staff is available to answer questions, discuss the decision-making process, and receive comments and concerns.

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Continued from Page 19 Just show up. My friend’s kids know, and they appreciate their parents’ friendships almost as if it is their own – which actually, it really is.

My friend and I have been through a few rough patches in our relationship, but we have managed to fight off those times and stay connected and stay friends, good friends. A lot of the reason

Tax: Continued from Page 1 mills, owners of a typical Dunwoody home can expect a city property tax bill of about $296, or 81 cents a day, Vinicki said.

“Eighty-one cents in taxes a day. Let

FREE DOG FRIDAY Free dog adoptions on Fridays through the end of the summer for all dogs 25 lbs or more.

The shelter is full; foster or adopt to save a life and meet your new furry friend, stop by DeKalb County Animal Services. that we have been able to do that is because we keep talking, we keep communicating, we keep working at staying connected; we don’t throw in the towel because of stupid differences or not so important divergent points of view. It takes work. It takes will. And at the end of the day, what is more important than family and the close friends you keep?

The company you keep defines you, who you are, and is worth fighting for to the very end. The company you keep makes it all worthwhile. that sink in for a second how small that number is, in the big scheme of things,” he said. “Dunwoody's aggregate rate is the lowest of all DeKalb County cities.”

Based on 2022 numbers from DeKalb County, Dunwoody has the lowest mill levy among the county’s 13 cities. Residents still pay a county tax rate of 20.81 mills, which, while unchanged from last year, is expected to increase tax bills by 8.5 percent. DeKalb County Schools adopted a slightly lower rate than last year, 22.98 mills, but it is still expected to increase the average tax tab by more than 13 percent.

Residents may have already received their annual assessment notices, but these are not their tax bills and may not include all eligible exemptions, DeKalb County Tax Commissioner Irvin J. Johnson said in a statement.

After millage rates are finalized and a total county tax digest is approved by the Georgia Department of Revenue, the DeKalb County Tax Commissioner’s office will begin sending out property tax bills in mid-August.

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Community Events Manager The Community Events Manager is responsible for all aspects of NFCC’s community events, from inception through execution, including helping secure sponsorships. Events may include annual golf tournament, annual fundraising gala, community engagement events, donor recognition events, and other community events. Position requires a highly organized, creative, and motivated person to lead event planning, sponsorship, and community engagement. Bachelor’s Degree preferred with 2-3 years special events and fundraising experience. To view entire listing visit: https://nfcchelp.org/workat-nfcc/ To apply, send a resume to Sandy Holiday, sholiday@nfcchelp.org.

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Workforce Development Coordinator is responsible for developing programs and services for NFCC clients and students seeking employment, post-secondary education, or other career options.

The workforce development coordinator collaborates with local employers to help match job seekers to open positions. They work directly with clients on the job application, resumes, and interview preparations and provide tips for successfully securing and improving employment to foster financial stability.

Bachelor’s degree in a human services, human resources, or other related field required and 2 years of professional experience in human services, human resources or career counseling preferred.

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SENIOR TAX MANAGER Business Accounting Services Prepare company (1120, 1120S, 1065) and individual income tax returns, review (and sometimes prepare) monthly financial statements, to communicate well with clients on their business needs (tax planning, etc). Enrolled Agent (EA) and a minimum of 3 years tax experience required. Base salary plus incentive pay based on completed work. Come enjoy working with our great team!

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Donor Operations Associate The Donor Operations Associate greets and removes donations from vehicles and sorts merchandise in a designated area. They are responsible for keeping the merchandise secure, all areas free of debris and the donor door area neat and clean. This position is the face of NFCC so they are expected to provide excellent customer service and treat each donor with a professional and friendly demeanor. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Ability to perform low to moderate facility maintenance tasks. To view entire listing visit: https://nfcchelp.org/work-atnfcc/ To apply, please complete an application for employment and email to Marten Jallad, mjallad@nfcchelp.org.

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