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Forsyth County amends solicitation ordinance

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Fairgrounds to host country tribute artists

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Pinecrest Academy to upgrade field

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THREE OF A KIND

The Kashlan family, from left, mother Judy, Rommi, Adam, Zane and father Dean, celebrate the triplets’ graduation and co-valedictorian honors from West Forsyth High School. Read more, Page 7

App firm subsidizes commuter fares

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CUMMING, Ga. — Forsyth County authorities have arrested a Cumming man suspected in the hit-and-run death of a pedestrian on Dahlonega Highway May 26.

David Emory Castleberry, 36, was arrested May 31 at a home in Cleveland, Ga., after a five-day investigation by law enforcement agencies in Forsyth, Dawson and White counties. He is accused of fleeing the scene on foot after striking 27-year-old Jose Ramirez Labra, CASTLEBERRY of Cumming, and leaving him to die along the highway.

Castleberry is alleged to have abandoned the green and black Kawasaki motorcycle he was driving along the roadside after striking the pedestrian around 3:48 a.m.

Deputies quickly began to search for the owner of the vehicle. After viewing surveillance footage and interviewing residents, authorities interviewed the original owner of the vehicle

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Vehicle driver arrested for possession of drugs CUMMING, Ga. — A sheriff’s deputy arrested a man for possession of suspected methamphetamine following a traffic stop on Pilgrim Mill Road May 30.

The deputy reported he noticed a black Jeep Grand Cherokee speeding near a part of the road under construction. The deputy ran the tag number and discovered the vehicle had an expired registration and no valid insurance.

After initiating a traffic stop, the deputy noticed a white object drop out

in Buford who told them he sold the bike several months ago.

“Even though this motorcycle had been sold, we traveled to the last registered owner in Paulding County and he provided valuable information,” said Cpl. Doug Rainwater of the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office. “Even with a paper tag, it’s relatively easy to track down vehicles through other numbers on a vehicle such as the VIN.” The Sheriff’s Office quickly obtained several warrants for Castleberry’s arrest and asked for the assistance of the U.S. Marshall’s Service during the investigation to locate the suspect. While checking locations in Dawson County and White County, Castleberry was seen fleeing authorities before being detained by a K-9. He was transported to the Forsyth County Jail and charged with homicide by vehicle second felony, hit and run felony, habitual violator felony, removing or affixing a license plate to misrepresent misdemeanor and no insurance misdemeanor.

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of the vehicle onto the ground. When the deputy approached the vehicle, he examined the packet and found it to contain what he believed was methamphetamine. The male driver was quickly handcuffed and placed under arrest for possession of illegal narcotics. He was then transported to the Forsyth County Jail.

Truck merging into lane forces motorcyclist down CUMMING, Ga. — An incident involving a vehicle and a motorcycle was reported May 26 on Ronald Reagan Boulevard. The suspect vehicle, a diesel Ford F150/250, was seen merging into a lane near a motorcycle, forcing the cyclist to drop the vehicle on its side.

The truck continued on Ronald Reagan Boulevard without pulling over. The footage was caught on helmet cameras provided by the victim and another motorcyclist.

No contact was made between the truck and the motorcycle. The suspect was seen being aggressive with the victim prior to merging into his lane. When

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the incident was reported, the suspect vehicle could not be identified. The video footage will be turned over to authorities for further examination.

Woman reports truck burglarized in driveway CUMMING, Ga. – Deputies responded to the report of a vehicle burglary May 29 on White Creek Run. The female victim reported that someone had entered her truck while it was parked in her driveway. Items had been thrown around the truck, but the victim said nothing was removed or stolen. The glove box was broken and the sunglass holder was left in the open position.

While fixing the glove box and cleaning the interior, the owner noticed prints left behind.

Video surveillance was provided by the neighbor, but the prints on the inside of the vehicle were smudged, and no prints were found on the outside of the truck. The neighbor providing the footage also had a vehicle that was entered the same night.

Air conditioning units stolen from residence CUMMING, Ga. — Residential theft was reported May 30 at a home located on Climbing Rose Way. The male victim, the builder and owner of the property, informed the deputy that a real estate agent had walked through the unoccupied property the previous day and had noticed nothing out of place.

The owner reported that the two Lennox air conditioning units were missing from the side of the home. Each unit was valued at $2,000.

There were no other reports of burglary in the area, and the suspects remain at large.

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Forsyth amends potential solicitation ordinance

By CONNER EVANS newsroom@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — The Forsyth Board of Commissioners on Thursday amended an update to the county’s solicitation ordinance, which had drawn concerns in the community over First Amendment rights.

Forsyth County residents have been vocal in the last two readings, asking commissioners to make sure the ordinance would not violate anyone’s free speech or their ability to go door to door for commercial, political or religious purposes.

Commissioner Molly Cooper specifically addressed concerns that “No solicitation” signs in front of subdivisions would not apply to each home in that subdivision.

Signs can be put up on individual homes or properties, County Attorney Ken Jarrard said, but these signs may not apply to entire neighborhoods.

Distribution of literature is one of the most protected forms of speech, Jarrard said, so he wanted to ensure the ordinance would not violate the First Amendment.

“I have brushed up to the precipice, but have sort of moved away now from our ability to regulate that in a meaningful way, in an ordinance that requires individuals to be permitted with the county before they can engage in that activity,” he said.

But the ordinance as drafted states that they will require a person to obtain a permit and wear a badge on their shoulder while they solicit for distributing commercial handbills, or whoever solicits orders on behalf of a firm, corporation, company, association, partnership or individual for any goods from house to house. This does not include charitable organizations, nonprofits or students or parents participating in school-sponsored fundraisers.

Commercial handbills are essentially defined in the draft as any printed or written material, which advertises for sale of any service, product or business or contains noncommercial information, but remains predominantly an advertisement for private gain. Noncom-

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mercial handbills include those that contain exclusively political and religious speech.

However, those properties with “no solicitation” signs on individual lots will still be protected. If a no soliciting sign is posted, no handbills shall be left on the property.

“In the days of Ring and all the services that allow you to watch who is approaching your doorstep, it can be uncomfortable to watch someone come up and invade the curtilage of your home, if you will,” Jarrard said.

No solicitor or canvasser can solicit orders or

distribute commercial handbills until he or she files an application with the Sheriff’s Office and obtains a permit and registers as a solicitor, according to the ordinance.

Two people spoke in the public hearing asking if this would allow members of political parties or people attempting to register to vote to go door-todoor.

Jarrard said that this type of speech is protected and does not require a permit.

Fines for violating this ordinance can reach up to $1,000.

Elections board discusses polling locations, budget

By ADAM DARBY adam@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — The Forsyth County Board of Registrations and Elections finalized discussions on polling locations at its June 4 regular meeting.

The areas of focus included precinct and polling locations for the next Election Day and its relation to the 2020 preliminary budget. Secretary Joel E. Natt suggested that the two issues be combined into a single discussion.

Nine potential polling locations were visited May 31 by Director Mandi Smith and Admin Specialist Marilyn Kirkbride.

Operators at four of the sites responded positively to being potential candidates for polling. The four sites include Old At-

lanta Park, Sawnee Mountain Preserve, Fowler Park, and the Atlanta Cricket Fields.

At a budget meeting held May 23, the current service level requests for next year’s preliminary budget were reviewed and discussed by the Finance Committee. No significant changes were made, although Smith is set to continue working with the committee to study what may be needed to accommodate Election Day services.

The board also noted the increase in registered voters and its effect on the budget. In order to effectively support the estimated number of voters, an increased portion of the budget is to be devoted to part-time staff. The maximum number of voters for each precinct has yet to be determined, but Smith is as-

signed to calculate the amount that can be properly accommodated.

Natt recommended a meeting date of June 14 to finalize the list of polling sites.

The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 11 at 9 a.m.

Correction The article “Semi-professional football team to call Chattahoochee home” in the June 6 edition of the Forsyth Herald stated the Georgia Cardinals are a semi-professional team. The Cardinals are a member of the independent Developmental Football International organization.

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Country music tribute concert slated for Cumming Fairgrounds

By Adam Darby adam@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — The Nashville Downtown music festival is coming to the Cumming Fairgrounds June 29.

Presented by Gigging4Grub and sponsored by Rosati’s Pizza, the live concert will focus on the music of iconic country artists such as Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and George Jones with special guest Southern Hospitality. The annual community event welcomes families and children of all ages to benefit for No Kid Hungry. Tribute bands will look and sound like the legendary artists while performing their hit songs on stage.

“We believe that we have put together a family-friendly, community-driven event that gives back to the people that need it right here in Forsyth County,” said Matt Smith, owner of Rosati’s Pizza.

“We have locked in the best of the best old school country icons to play at our Nashville Downtown event.”

Although Smith has enjoyed live music at his restaurant on a weekly

basis, it was the charity work involved with this event that helped it take flight.

Residents are encouraged to sit back, relax, and let the music take them to another time.

“We know the mayor since our kids went to school together,” Smith said. “We asked him last year if he could give us a date to play live music at the Fairgrounds. This year we wanted to give back to our community and we chose Gigging4Grub.”

Doors open at 4 p.m., and the show runs from 5 to 10 p.m. Tickets are general admission and can be purchased for $10 online at https://rosatis.ticketleap. com/nashville-downtown or at the show.

VIP ticket packages can be purchased for $40 and include VIP seating, a $10 Rosati’s Pizza gift card, and a bar.

After the show, attendees can meet the musicians and take a photo.

The Cumming Fairgrounds is at 235 Castleberry Road.

For more information about the event, visit the Rosati’s Pizza Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/MyRosatissportspub or call 678-513-1113.

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SPORTS

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Crews work to convert Pinecrest Academy’s athletic field to turf. The new playing surface will present a cost savings to the school and could prevent cancellations of practices or the rescheduling of games due to rain.

Turf installation work begins on Pinecrest Academy field

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Pinecrest Academy will join its fellow Forsyth County schools by converting its athletics field to turf this summer. Construction has started to install Deluxe Athletics turf for the school’s football, lacrosse and soccer programs.

Pinecrest Athletic Director Chris Kane said the process began last spring when school officials and parents came together to brainstorm improvements for the academy’s athletic facilities. While a new fieldhouse and weight room made the list, turf was not considered. That is, until the school’s new headmaster, Edward Spurka, asked Kane to explore turf options.

“After all the rain we had in the spring and fall and having to cancel practices and reschedule games, it was really almost divine intervention,” Kane laughed.

After fundraising from parents and the community, providing a turf field is becoming a reality, and there are multiple benefits to the conversion.

The first is financial. While turf has a larger initial cost, there is little maintenance compared to grass, which requires funds for mowing, lining the field, fertilization, and seeding.

“With turf, it is nowhere near what we have been paying annually in maintenance,” Kane said.

While cost savings are important, Kane said perhaps the biggest benefit to

the school is a reduction in rescheduled games or cancelled practices due to rain.

“Turf will significantly reduce cancellations, arranging makeup games and figuring out where we can practice,” Kane said. “We have had some real success with our spring sports, and we have had to move lacrosse and soccer playoff games off campus to other facilities because the field was too wet. Having turf will make things much easier on athletes, parents and the school.”

The field is also used for Pinecrest’s PE classes, and for field days for the lower schools.

“Any time we have had a threat of inclement weather, we were rescheduling those or having to move to the gym,” Kane said. “Field days usually occur right around the end of school, and we don’t want to ruin the field ahead of a playoff game.”

The new surface can also help grow the Pinecrest community.

“It will allow us to also open up our field to outside groups and the community and allow us to have more people on campus and grow the Pinecrest community,” he said.

Kane was quick to thank the Pinecrest family for spearheading the new field.

“We are so excited and proud of our community for making this happen, from our parents, our board, our leadership, coaches and the families of Pinecrest,” he said. “They all rallied around this, and I’m over the moon.”

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Triplets earn co-valedictorian honors at West Forsyth

By CONNER EVANS newsroom@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — At just 16 years old, the Kashlan triplets not only earned diplomas from West Forsyth High School, they were co-valedictorians.

Each of the three fraternal triplets have internships this summer at different labs working on advanced bioprinting technology, experimenting with ways to diagnose chronic pain at its early stages and working toward cures for types of speech impairment.

Even with that success, last week, Zane was turned down when he tried to buy a ticket to John Wick Chapter 3.

“They asked me for my ID, and I was like what do you mean?” Zane said.

He didn’t realize it was rated R, he said.

From oldest to youngest — by a few seconds — Zane, Rommi and Adam Kashlan have earned what they describe as “boy band-esque adjective signifiers” in the newspapers since becoming valedictorians.

Zane is the serious one and handles most of the talking. Rommi is the creative one, often trying to crack jokes.

And Adam is the quiet but witty one with a business-savvy streak in him.

Before they all decided to attend Georgia Tech this fall, Adam wanted to go to the University of Michigan’s busi-

ness school. He’s interested in the inner workings of businesses and different strategies, his father, Dean, said.

Last December, Adam turned a crypto-currency investment of $5,000 into $60,000 in one night, and then back down to $40,000 before exiting. He worked and studied for two and a half years starting at age 12 to figure out the market for bitcoin and other crypto-currencies, earning his first $10,000 by age 14.

The night that he risked $5,000 and came out with 12 times his investment was a wild one.

“I remember the morning after, he asked me if I wanted a watch,” Rommi said.

Instead, Adam plans to save the money for college. The volatile market made him too stressed, so he had to stop after daily trading and staying up late at night to watch currencies rise and fall.

“It’s not something I recommend,” Adam said.

Adam also gave the graduation speech, representing all three top ranked brothers, but it wasn’t because he wanted it most. Rock-paper-scissors decided who delivered it, Adam said.

“We were fighting for it in the beginning, but when we were walking out of the tunnel and there were like thousands of people, it was all Adam’s,” Rommi said. “No one wanted to touch it.”

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Zane, Adam and Rommi Kashlan had lunch with Gov. Brian Kemp at the Governor’s mansion on Friday.

They finished after just two years at West Forsyth, each with a GPA of 4.72, which their father said was only a few hundredths of a point higher than the next ranked student.

They all entered high school with several credits already earned at Hopewell Middle School, but they also took a few more credits than a typical load each semester to graduate early, Zane said.

They opted for Advanced Placement classes over dual-enrollment courses which would have required them to commute back and forth from Georgia Tech to West Forsyth each day.

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They started taking high school courses at age 12, sitting in a room with upperclassmen.

They all agreed, though, that the transition from middle school to high school wasn’t too difficult, because they already knew people from the swim team and water polo team who helped them. They aren’t concerned about the next transition either.

“We’ve always been with kids two or three years ahead, so it’s not really that big of a transition,” Rommi said. “Georgia Tech’s a great environment, and we’re really looking forward to it. I don’t think there’s anything we really need to be scared about.”

Outside of the classroom, the boys often did volunteer work on Sundays working for the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund, which helps refugees coming to the U.S. They also helped upperclassmen with math tutoring.

Their father credited Principal Karl Mercer, their counselors and all staff at West Forsyth with creating a family environment that helped his sons succeed and allowed them to take their rigorous course load. He and his wife, Judy, had reservations at first about letting them take such advanced courses, but they allowed the boys to make their own decisions in the matter.

“They always nurtured them and felt this could be a possibility,” Dean said.

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OPINION

Horn-honker? This column is for you The wait is agonizing. Cars are backed up for miles because of a multi-car wreck on Ga. 20 in Forsyth County. Slowly, the wreck scene is being cleared so that traffic can start back up.

Ray appen In one of the cars Publisher ray@appenmediagroup.com near the front of the line, 85-year-old Mary waits patiently and gets ready to move. The deputy motions the cars forward. Mary adjusts her seat belt. Then the car behind her lays on the horn.

No, really. He starts honking at Mary because she has failed to start moving within the first 2 seconds.

Stuff like this just make me crazy.

Why would someone be so rude and obnoxious?

A couple weeks ago on a Sunday morning, I was traveling east on Academy Street in Alpharetta toward Ga. 400 and slowed down to turn into church. It was about 9 a.m. No sooner had I come to a stop in the turn lane when I hear a car behind me laying on their horn.

Really? Sunday morning? It was a bit startling — even for Alpharetta.

Now, normally, when someone honks their horn at me, I either wait an extra amount of time before I move or if they are honking at me while I am moving, my speed immediately slows down by at least half — and doesn’t increase for a really long time. However, this time for some unknown reason, in response to this horn-honker who was in deep need of a winch to remove that ugly obnoxious chip sitting on his/ her shoulder, I hurriedly and foolishly made my turn across Academy.

Unfortunately, to my shock, half way across the road I realized that there was a car traveling west coming up the hill that was doing at least 60 and was about to T-bone us if I didn’t punch it instantly. We did make it across the street thankfully, but I was shaking as I pulled into the lot and disgusted at myself for allowing the horn-honker to place me and my family in harm’s way — and for what?

I am curious. Does this have anything to do with who you think you are? Do you really actually think that everything around you — from the roads you drive on, to the appointments that you need to be on time for and didn’t leave on time, to the queues you are in at traffic lights or at the grocery store — is for your, and only you? Do really believe that you are the only person who counts and everyone else needs to drive a little bit faster or get off the line a bit quicker at the

traffic light, or find their money a little bit faster at the cash register for your convenience, just because you are in a hurry or are annoyed, or late, or just because you are having a bad day — or a bad life?

How about if you become a bigger person and grow up — realize that the sun doesn’t rise and set on just you, and that maybe the reason you are angry or frustrated most of the time is because of your focus just on you?

How about if you consider that all of this really is not about you at all, and that your selfish, self-centered, disrespectful behavior shines such a huge spotlight on who you are? “Look at me blowing my horn. I’m so important and you’re not, so get out of my way. Get a good look at me.”

We do.

So on behalf of the 99.99 percent of everyone else who never honks their horns out of impatience or disrespect for the people around them, for that .01 percent, the next time you catch yourself about to honk at someone, why don’t you take the high road instead and be patient? Take a deep breath and chill out. Chill, because you really are better than that or because you want to make your neighborhood and your streets a little better for everyone instead of a little worse.

Chill because you were brought up better than that; because you are really not in such a big hurry; or because you know that the people you are honking at are just like you with their own families to raise, or just like your grandparents who don’t need the be harassed like that. Why don’t you keep your hand off that horn because you realize that those people have their own deadlines to meet too and are people who have good days and bad days just like you.

Just try it. No more horns. No more disrespect. I know you are better than that. Just be better than that.

Be nice instead.

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More fun than a roller coaster: The Driving Club at Road Atlanta My wife has given me grief over the years because I refuse to join her on roller coasters. She loves them, but the thought of riding on what is essentially a sweaty, metal, human catapult sends JOE PARKER nervous shutters Reporter joe@appenmediagroup.com down my spine.

She’s typically right in saying they are perfectly safe, but my biggest reason for roller coaster anxiety is that I’m not directing my own course. In a car, I have the control to push the pedal to the floor and whip its four wheels into corners, but on a roller coaster, I’m just along for the ride.

Needless to say, my wife had good reason to question why I volunteered to sit in the passenger seat of a 460-horsepower Corvette piloted by a man I had known all of five minutes as he hurtled the Grand Sport as fast as he could at Road Atlanta. All the while, he was

verbally confirming that no, he was not a professional driver.

The reason for my foray into dangerous territory was The Driving Club at Road Atlanta. Founded in 2018, the club allows drivers, both amateurs and professionals, to drive their cars at speed at the prolific, highly touted road course in Braselton, Georgia.

The club meets once or twice a month at the track with a quasi-country club feel. For a $7,500 initiation fee, $275 a month and $75 for each track day, drivers can take their cars on track and dine and relax in the club’s 25,000-square foot clubhouse that once housed the Chip Barber Racing School.

Members can also store their track day cars on site. Adding to its amenities, the club will take residence in a suite in the new Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta tower currently under construction.

Members also have reciprocal benefits to attend VIR Driving Club track days at VIRginia International Raceway.

For around 20 minutes, I entrusted my life to one of the club’s original mem-

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bers, John Partington. John is a bit of an outlier in the club because his car does not carry a Porsche emblem. While there is certainly a mix of cars, from spec MX-5s to Vipers, the Road Atlanta Driving Club has a particularly German influence.

Not John, though. He was a Corvette man since before he was a man and signing off on his 2017 Grand Sport was a literal childhood dream.

While John was quick to point out he was not a professional driver while hurtling his American muscle to 150 mph down the hill into Turn 10A — perhaps not the best timing for my sake — he speaks in an almost giddy way of improving his times.

Mind you, he’s not out to break lap records. Far from it.

John has taken advantage of the club’s driving instructors, including Pro

Coach Seth Thomas, a veteran sports car driver. The club offers different levels of coaching, for those with no track experience to veteran drivers looking to further hone their skills.

John speaks with an obvious passion for learning how to improve at trail braking, carrying speed through corners, exit speed and attacking corners. He said at each stage of his instruction he has continually improved, and while he still has a ways to go before he can match the lap times his car is capable of, he wants to be a better driver overall. Then the lap times will improve, he said.

The club has three driver groupings, the novice Touring group, intermediate Sport and expert Sprint group. Each group has its own track times throughout

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Cliches — the next generation Not long ago, I wrote about clichés — about how each generation latches onto a clever expression with all the enthusiasm of someone who has just rediscovered the wheel.

Last fall, I was pat Fox convinced that Editor pat@appenmediagroup.com “24/7” would stand as the cliché of the century, even as “double-down” and “live-work-play” were surging.

Time to reassess.

Recall that clichés are words and phrases that, through overuse, lose nearly all the punch they entered the ring with.

Lately, I’ve become alarmed at the growing use of the term “viral.” Back in my younger days, it was a word everyone dreaded. Today, it denotes a feature — often a video — that everyone is talking about.

I know it’s been around a few years.

The fact that it’s a cliché is kind of old news, but what makes it worthy of note now is that it has sort of mutated.

That’s kind of rare, although not unprecedented.

Recall that just after every ad agency, journalist and government bureaucrat had saturated media with “24/7,” someone had the bright idea to morph it into “24/7/365.” Clever, huh?

Okay, fine, by their very nature, clichés stay around far longer than they should. Some stay around long enough to attract flies.

When I see a headline claiming that something has “gone viral,” I take a pass. I’ve looked at some “viral” videos,

and, to be honest, they were hardly worth the time. Even if the video is accidentally of some value theoretically, how much worse off are we for having missed it? So far, I’ve survived in my ignorance.

Not only has “viral” found its way into every news feed I see, but it has taken on a life of its own.

Recently, I heard a report about an online humorist whose jokes had been “borrowed” by another blogger. The program moderator mentioned that the first time it happened several years ago, the humorist’s original post received a fair number of views.

But when the thief posted the bon mot on his own website, it received more than 20 times the number of hits.

The moderator then said something to the effect that “accounting for ‘viral inflation,’ the re-post would easily qualify as having gone viral by today’s standards.”

I swear, he used the term “viral inflation.”

In what realm does that make sense?

One could argue, I suppose, that clichés are no longer clichés when they morph into something else. If such is the case, then “viral inflation” must run its inevitable course until it becomes a cliché itself, possibly attracting more flies before it fades into the oblivion it deserves.

But isn’t it all a little Frankensteinian?

With few exceptions, these monstrosities should never have been created in the first place.

It’s a little like adding ice to a bad bourbon, trying to improve the taste of something that should never have been uncorked.

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member days and runs multiple sessions throughout the day. Those interested in joining the group can also participate in a lead/follow where they take to the track at lower speeds behind a driving instructor to get a feel for the track.

Members days begin early with a breakfast at 7:30 a.m. before a drivers’ briefing and warm-up period. Cars are then on track until lunch around noon before drivers get back on the track until early evening. After the driving is done and the tires cool, a reception is held with beer and wine.

John says one of the best aspects of the club is the comradery that has been built among its members. He said the club is filled with personable, interesting people, and though there is some speed disparity from cars and drivers in each group, no one is critical or hyper-competitive.

Beyond the cars and people, John holds his testing ground of Road Atlanta — home to the prestigious Petit Le Mans — in the highest regard.

It really is something.

I have logged hundreds of hours driving Road Atlanta, but unfortunately, all those miles driven were done digitally.

And no computer chair or steering wheel

attached to a desk can give you the experience of actually being on the track.

Simulators do not get anywhere near simulating the blind, sheer drop of Turn 11, or the way the camber of Turn 6 propels you into Seven or the steep, sweeping climb of Turn 1.

The long backstretch allows you to reach the upper echelon of a car’s top speed, something not possible at many tracks.

Club Principal Trip Campbell said there are other driving clubs that offer similar amenities, but he called the track “the real jewel” of The Driving Club at Road Atlanta. Campbell said there have been multiple attempts to create a club at the prestigious track, but it was not until recently that all the pieces came into place.

The club currently has over 120 members, and after I spent the day with its members and on track, there was no sales pitch needed for me to want to sign the dotted line.

But before I do so, it’s time to hit the gym.

Like roller coasters, you have to be strapped in securely to navigate Road Atlanta, and I did not fit in the 5-point harnesses of two members’ cars.

And that was far more disappointing than not being able to ride a roller coaster, because I’ll argue that traversing Road Atlanta is a hell of a lot more fun than any steel track.

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COMMUNITY

Vitality Bowls to give eating healthy new meaning

By NINA PALMIERI newsroom@northfulton.com CUMMING, Ga. — Vitality Bowls has signed an agreement with local entrepreneur Joan Bell to open the restaurant’s first café in Cumming. The brand is noted for its café vibe and superfood menu.

Following the opening of the Cumming café, Bell plans to open additional locations in the area.

“The fresh ingredients and superfoods that Vitality Bowls offers are unlike any other fast-casual eatery options in the Cumming area,” said Bell, a health and nutrition enthusiast. “Vitality Bowls really embodies the high-quality health standards we raised our family on, and I want everyone in Cumming to experience that as well.”

Founded in northern California, Vitality Bowls specializes in açaí bowls that feature a thick blend of the Amazon’s antioxidant-rich berry, topped with a variety of superfoods.

Vitality Bowls has been cited in Franchise Times’ Top 200+ List, recognizing the 500 largest franchises in the industry. The café has also been listed in Inc. Magazine’s 500|5000 list for the nation’s fastest growing private companies in 2018, as well as

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Founded in northern California, Vitality Bowls specializes in açaí bowls that feature a thick blend of the Amazon’s antioxidant-rich berry, topped with a variety of superfoods. being named in Restaurant Business’s Future 50 List of the fastest growing innovative brands.

All items on the café’s menu are made to order for each customer and prepared in a kitchen designed to avoid

cross-contact for those with food allergies. Aiming to redefine the fast and casual healthy food restaurant field Vitality Bowls never uses ingredient fillers such as ice, frozen yogurt, added sugar or artificial preservatives.

Vitality Bowls’ menu features unique superfoods, including graviola, acerola, mangosteen, camu camu, spirulina, aronia, moringa, maca, bee pollen and others. Guests can choose from a variety of options, such as the Green Bowl (with organic graviola, spirulina and hemp seeds), the Dragon Bowl (featuring organic pitaya, coconut milk and bananas) and the signature Vitality Bowl (with organic açaí, strawberries and honey). Plus, fresh juices, smoothies, soups, paninis and salads are available.

“Joan is exactly the right entrepreneur to grow the brand in Cumming,” said Tara Gilad, co-founder of Vitality Bowls. “She has outstanding business intellect, and we are eager to see Joan fill the demand for a healthy fast-casual café in Cumming.”

There are more than 100 Vitality Bowls restaurants across the United States open or in development.

For more information about Vitality Bowls visit vitalitybowls.com.

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Forsyth County landmark turns 16

CUMMING, Ga. — For the past 16 years, on the third weekend of each month, hundreds of dealers from across the country and thousands of shoppers from all over the Southeast descend onto the Lakewood 400 Antiques Market on Ga. 9 two miles south of Cumming.

“It’s hard to believe that it has been 16 years since we opened the first show here in Forsyth County” said show manager Diane Dominick. Lakewood has its roots back to the old Lakewood Antiques Market held at the Lakewood Fairgrounds in Atlanta. The market moved to its current Cumming location in 2003 after the Lakewood property in Atlanta was purchased

by Screen Gem Studios.

The Lakewood 400 Antiques Market has continued to grow over the years and has been named one of the “Top Ten markets in America” by USA Today.

“This market is no longer your grandparents’ antique market.

Times are changing,” said show promoter Greg Spivia.

The show now is more than just antiques. This upscale market features over 75,000 square foot of indoor, climatecontrolled exhibit halls, along with the outdoor veranda and eclectic courtyard. Dealers and artisans travel all over the country to bring their best picks, finds and creations to the Lakewood 400 Market. “If you have never been to our market, do yourself a favor and come spend a day with us,” Spivia said.

“On your treasure hunt you’ll find merchandise that you’ll not see at your traditional mall stores. The exhibit halls are filled with unique items, home decor, jewelry, vintage and retro items, and all types of really cool furniture.”

Show promoter Barbara Spivia said the market has been is has been a family run business for almost 40 years and plans are to continue for years to come.

For more information, visit www.LakewoodAntiques.com

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Ridesharing app subsidizes fares for local commuters Alpharetta, Johns Creek make deal with Waze for $2 carpooling fares

By CARSON COOK and PATRICK FOX carson@appenmediagroup.com pat@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — After decades of governments pouring billions of tax dollars into traffic solutions for North Fulton, two local officials have tapped into the private sector to take a crack at it.

And it won’t cost taxpayers a cent.

Through August 5, Alpharetta and Johns Creek residents can commute for $2 a trip through Waze Carpool, thanks to a partnership between the company and the two cities.

Waze Carpool is an app, available through the Google and Android stores, that connects drivers and passengers with similar destinations and travel times.

Groundwork for the arrangement began about a year ago when Johns Creek City Councilman Chris Coughlin approached executives of the Google-owned firm, which the city had been using for traffic data since 2014. Coughlin was interested in finding ways to incentivize locals to use the carpooling app, which launched nationally last October.

Coughlin then reached out to Alpharetta City Councilman Ben Burnett to see whether he could meet with Waze CEO Noam Bardin to discuss a plan to subsidize riders for carpooling as a means of reducing traffic.

“I was like, heck, if you guys want to pay our residents to carpool, I’ll do that all day,” Burnett said.

The meeting took place last Septem-

ber in New York, and a deal was eventually worked out whereby riders with a trip originating or ending in Johns Creek or Alpharetta can use the service for a flat fee of $2, with Waze subsidizing the difference so drivers receive full fare payments. The program began June 4 and runs through Aug. 5.

Coughlin said he hopes the service will take off thanks to the existing popularity of Waze as a navigation service in the Atlanta area.

“We have 1.1 million users in the metro area,” Coughlin said. “If 15 to 20 percent of Waze users utilized this, we’d have a bigger impact than hard rail. Fifty percent [of users] we’d solve traffic in Atlanta.”

MARTA’s hard rail ridership for March 2019 was 5.3 million, putting daily ridership around the 15 percent mark Coughlin cited.

Burnett was quick to praise Coughlin for having the insight to pursue the strategy.

“He is the smartest human being I know,” Burnett said.

Negotiations with the company were low key, Burnett said. If Waze was willing to subsidize carpooling, Burnett said, both he and Coughlin were more than willing to have city staffs organize the details.

To that end, Coughlin cited Johns Creek Communications Director Bob Mullen and Burnett cited Alpharetta Assistant City Administrator James Drinkard for assembling all the elements to get the program off the ground, coordinating with the company and the cities to iron out all the details.

From a business perspective, Burnett said Google wants to see whether it can put a dent in traffic by just using the technology that’s available in the

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“I think Waze is the only legitimate authority that doesn’t have a special interest take on traffic solutions,” he said.

“They just want to see if the behavior patterns of consumers would change if they paid for your commute to school or work.”

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He said the arrangement illustrates how business can take the lead in changing things for the better.

“My hope is that people will see that there are for-profit businesses in the world that care about social good,” he said. “They care about cleaner air and the environment, and truly want to see people get off the roads.”

Drivers can register for Waze Carpool through the regular navigation app, while riders must download the Waze Carpool app.

From there, users can enter their daily commute route and schedule and connect their Facebook or Google account to complete the profile. They can also add their work or school email address to find fellow coworkers or classmates.

Users can select filters for gender, coworker or classmate and proximity to a preferred route. Rides can be scheduled up to seven days in advance.

Waze Carpool is also working with Georgia Commute Options, a program managed by the Atlanta Regional Commission, to partner with employers to promote the program.

Unlike Uber and Lyft, which are essentially taxi services, Coughlin said Waze was designed with carpoolers in mind, with rates set to cover gas and contribute to car maintenance, not as a way for drivers to earn a profit.

Coughlin said unlike other traffic solutions such as heavy rail or road widening, carpooling has no cost to the public sector and can be implemented instantly.

“Consider it because it can be boring to sit in your car by yourself and it’s not good for any of us,” Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker said.

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Rates fall as economic uncertainty increases With tariff wars deepening and the Federal Reserve now preparing for rate cuts, mortgage rates have fallen through the floor, and we are now back into the 3 percents for a 30-year fixed-rate Geoff smith mortgage.

Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com For those of you who do not follow such things, this is a total shocker to the investor and to mortgage bankers who, back in January, thought any rate in the 4 percent-range was gone for a good, long time. I also know it may not seem as interesting as my wife and son’s Odyssey World Championship from last week, but the significant drop in rates over the last six months is a symptom of an uncertain world economy.

Certainly, it isn’t a failing world economy. The S&P 500 index is still up on the year, although it dropped sharply over the past month. Gross Domestic Product, a measure of the total value of goods produced and services provided, grew in the first quarter at a strong rate of 3.1 percent. But the same report released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, also reported decreasing corporate profits.

Our economy was running at optimum conditions at the beginning of 2018. Economists stated that we were running on all cylinders, meaning there was enough work available to require every productive ounce of every available worker. That was a strong statement for the state of the economy, but it left a looming thought about future growth: without a major advance in technology, if we are using all of our available workforce, how do we continue to grow?

Well, we didn’t get an influx of new workers, there was no technology boom to make our existing workers more productive, and demand for goods and services around the globe seems to be decreasing. That is the environment that

Time will tell how this all plays out.

Nothing yet has been proven dire, but economists, economic policymakers and investors are preparing for a possible storm. so far this year has relieved any pressure to push interest rates up. What pulled out the floor from under them was an ever-increasing trade-war between the U.S. and other countries.

Economists and investors were already uncertain as to how we were going to grow with a depleted workforce and decreasing demand for goods and services. Their uncertainty is now growing to a fever pitch as the U.S.-China trade war has escalated to a point where China is pulling tricks that include sending out false statements to its citizens not to travel to the U.S. because they could expect interrogation and harassment by U.S. law enforcement agencies.

China has also fined and investigated U.S. companies there — it fined Ford $23.6 million for antitrust violations and is investigating FedEX for “wrongful” deliveries, according to a Bloomberg report. Our answer is to keep increasing tariffs on all imported Chinese goods and services.

The trade war increased in breadth to include Mexico as our president threatened to impose tariffs if the country didn’t do more to stop illegal immigrants from crossing the border into the U.S. And then there are also talks about tariffs for products coming in from the European Union.

All of this has created a cloudy picture of the future of our economy and economists and investors cannot predict where the profits will be. And when investors do not feel comfortable in predicting who will profit, they typically do not invest in the stock market because the risk is too great. Instead, they move their money to more safe investments

with a more stable rate of return, like bonds. So in this environment, bonds have been sought out and bought. When bonds are bought in high volumes, their yields go down.

Mortgage interest rates tend to mimic the movement of the 10-Year U.S. Treasury yield, mostly because the average loan lasts about 10 years before the homeowner sells their home and pays it off. So with bond yields falling quickly, mortgage rates have followed and we are now back into the 3 percent range for a 30-year fixed mortgage. This could spur a quick boost to our residential real estate industry which had been slumping along so far this year. Homeowners could either decide to go ahead and buy during a low-rate boom, or they could decide to refinance their current mortgages (anyone with a 4.5 percent-rate or higher should be calling their lender right now for updated loan numbers.)

Time will tell how this all plays out.

Nothing yet has been proven dire, but economists, economic policymakers and investors are preparing for a possible storm.

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

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The second annual Brooke Street Park Summer Concert Series offers 11 free, family-friendly concerts through October.

Bring a blanket and picnic on the lawn.

This week’s concert is the Alpharetta PopFest, an annual event to raise money and awareness for Alzheimer’s Disease. Join the fun on Saturday, June 15 starting at 7:30 p.m. at Brooke Street Park, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta. For more information or to donate, visit alpharettapopfest.com.

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What: Register to learn and connect with this group by taking classes in history, health, writing, economics and more. Part of Seniors Enriched Living.

When: Thursday, through July 25, 10 am.-12:15 p.m.

Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell Cost: $55 for unlimited classes More info and registration: selroswellga.org

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What: Movie begins at dark. Bring It’s even easier now than ever to promote your event to hundreds floats and lounge in of thousands of people both online and in the Herald Newspapers. the pool while enjoying “Ralph Breaks To promote your event, follow these easy steps: the Internet” on the big screen.

1. Visit NorthFulton.com/Calendar; When: Tuesday, June 18, 7:30 2. Click the red button that reads “Go to Form” under the p.m. submit an event header; 3. Provide the details for your event including title, description, Where: Roswell Area Park Pool, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell location and date; More info: roswellgov.com 4. Click the red button that reads “Create event” 5. Select to either feature your event online only for $25 or online BARNWELL ROAD PUBLIC and in print for $40 (print submissions must be submitted INPUT MEETING at least two weeks prior to event.)

What: Public Works staff will provide an update and discuss traffic calming options as well FEATURED: EVENTS: as intersection improvements. A variety of alternatives are being KARLA HARRIS PERFORMS evaluated.

‘CERTAIN ELEMENTS’ When: Tuesday, June 18, 8:30 What: Vocalist Karla Harris is a.m. known for dynamic diversity Where: Barnwell Elementary within the music world. Her School, 9425 Barnwell Road, latest album, “Certain EleJohns Creek ments,” is a suite of original More info: johnscreekga.gov music and cover tunes. or 678-512-3200 When: Wednesday, July 17, 8-9:15 p.m.

Where: City Winery, 650 North DUNWOODY RESTAURANT WEEK BABYSITTING 101 PLUS CLASS What: Anyone who babysits, Ave., Atlanta What: Discover some of the stays home alone or watches Cost: $18-24 best dining destinations the younger siblings can learn about More info and tickets: karlaCity of Dunwoody has to offer harris.com during the eighth annual Dun- babysitting, including CPR and first aid training. For ages 10woody Restaurant Week.

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When: June 8-15 HOMESCHOOL USED BOOK, When: Wednesday, June 19, noon Where: Dunwoody CURRICULUM SALE Cost: Restaurants will be offering Where: Windemere Subdivision, What: Books, school supplies, exclusive prix fixe menu prices of Cumming games and curriculum will be Cost: $120 $10, $15 or $25 for lunch and/ on sale at the Annual BEECH or $20, $30 or $45 for dinner, as Info: babysitting101plus.com Community Curriculum Sale. well as specialty menus.

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What: All residents and business When: Thursday, June 20, 5-8 TEENS ONLY MOVIE NIGHT p.m.; Friday June 21, 11-2 What: Teenagers are invited to a owners in the area are invited.

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4-8 p.m.; Saturday, June 22, The movie will be the PG-13 sci- Fulton County Commissioner Bob Ellis.

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TOGETHER ROSWELL LISTENING AND LEARNING

What: Together Roswell is seeking community input throughout the summer months to develop the city’s first citywide strategic plan.

When: Thursday, June 20, 10 a.m.-noon Where: Adult Recreation center, 830 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell More info: togetherroswell.org

JOHNS CREEK TOASTMASTERS What: Join the weekly meeting to learn how to become a better speaker and better leader.

When: Saturdays, 9:45 a.m.

Where: Johns Creek Christian Church, 10800 Bell Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreek.toastmastersclubs.org or 404-513-3188

TAKE-A-PEEK TUESDAY

What: Take a quick peek at Autrey Mill’s building collections and hear about the preservation and research efforts.

When: Tuesdays, noon-2 p.m.

Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $2 More info: autreymill.org

NAVIGATORS TOASTMASTERS PATHWAYS What: Reach your personal and professional goals through Pathways, Toastmasters’ new education program.

When: Tuesdays, 7 p.m.

Where: Club House, 6300 Polo Club Drive, Cumming More info: navigators.toastmastersclubs.org

ALL RECOVERY MEETING

What: Join an open discussion for those in recovery from addiction or those affected by people with addiction. Not a twelve step program.

When: Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Emory Johns Creek Hospital, 6325 Hospital Parkway, Johns Creek More info: navigaterecoverygwinnett.org or 678-743-1808 x101

WEDNESDAY MORNING NETWORKING

What: Join for networking every Wednesday morning.

When: Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Where: Perimeter Church, 9500 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek Cost: $5 for members, $10 for guests More info: johnscreekga.gov or 770-495-0545

HEALTH AND FITNESS: POSSUM TROT 10K AND KIDS FUN RUN

What: Help support the wildlife and programs at the Chattahoochee Nature Center by running in the Possum Trot 10K and Kids Fun Run. This is a Peachtree Road Race qualifier.

Registration includes a swag bag.

When: Saturday, June 15, 7-10 a.m.

Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: $35 for preregistration, $40 day-of registration More info and registration: chattnaturecenter.org

BROOKE STREET PARK YOGA

What: Classes are free and for all levels. Bring a mat and a bottle of water. Hosted by the City of Alpharetta and features Lift Yoga teachers.

When: Saturdays, 9 a.m., through October, weather permitting Where: Brooke Street Park, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us

FREE FITNESS IN THE PARK: ZUMBA

What: Join for a free group exercise class with Fitness in the Park. All classes are weather-permitting and open to the public.

When: Saturday, June 15, 9-10 a.m.

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

FREE FITNESS FOR WOMEN

What: Join your Alpharetta Females in Action group for free, peer-led workouts each week.

Adult women of all fitness levels are welcome.

When: Saturdays, 8 a.m.

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

ZUMBA GOLD (FLEX)

What: Combines the international rhythms of the Zumba Gold program with the strength training techniques, creating an easy-to-follow, health-boosting dance fitness program.

When: Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov/ parkplace

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ENERGY YOGA

What: Physical exercises to open and clear energy. Utilizes Qi Gong and meditation techniques.

When: Sundays, 10:15 a.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org

FARMERS MARKETS, FOOD TRUCKS: ALIVE IN ROSWELL

What: Start the weekend early the third Thursday of every month with a free, familyfriendly festival held concurrently on historic Canton Street and historic Roswell Square.

Free, regular trolley service connects the two venues.

When: Thursday, June 20, 5 – 9 p.m.

Where: Downtown Roswell More info: aliveinroswell.com

ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET

What: Find farmers with fruits, vegetables and natural meats; gardeners with fresh flowers and herbs; and makers of all sorts of edible home goods, from yummy desserts and breads to local raw honey.

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

Where: North and South Broad Street, Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharetta. com

DUNWOODY FARMERS MARKET

What: Browse through more than 25 vendors and help contribute to the success of local farmers and businesses.

When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.noon, through September Where: Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody More info: dunwoodyfarmersmkt.com

DUNWOODY FOOD TRUCK THURSDAYS

What: This foodie event, complete with live music, features a variety of new and different offerings each week.

When: Thursdays, 5-8 p.m. through Oct. 24 Where: Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody More info: discoverdunwoody. com

ROSWELL FARMERS AND ARTISANS MARKET

What: Don’t miss the opening day of the Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market. Mix and mingle with friends, shop for wonderful fresh items and enjoy talking to the vendors.

When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.noon, through Oct. 26 Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com

RELIGIOUS EVENTS: ‘SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE!’

What: “Schoolhouse Rock Live!” is an oddball comedy about a brand-new teacher stressing out on her first day of school.

Presented by ACT1 Theater.

When: June 7-23, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta Cost: Tickets start at $17 More info and tickets: ACT1Theater.com

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPERS

What: Make and grow faith-based friendships for all ages. Enjoy a hot meal and/or volunteer.

When: Wednesdays, 5:15-6:45 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta First United Methodist Church, 69 North Main St., Alpharetta More info: afumc.org

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: MUSIC ON THE HILL

What: Music on the Hill is a free outdoor concert series every second Friday of each month through October. Rain or shine.

Food and drinks will be available for purchase on site. This month’s concert features the Douglas Cameron Orchestra.

When: Friday, June 14, 7-9 p.m.

Where: City Hall lawn, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

ACOUSTICAL LEFT

What: Join for a concert of American music in celebration of composer Leonard Bernstein’s 100th birthday.

When: Sunday, June 30, 4 p.m.

Where: Dunwoody United Methodist Church, 1548 Mount Vernon Road, Dunwoody More info: dunwoodyumc.org

What: The Dunwoody Nature Center Summer Concert Series is back with concerts each month through July. Food trucks available. This month’s concert features cover band Acoustical Left.

When: Saturday, June 15, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Dunwoody Nature Center, 5345 Roberts Drive, Dunwoody Cost: Free for members, $5 for nonmembers More info: dunwoodynature.org

MEN’S MINISTRY: FRIDAY MORNINGS

SUMMER PUPPET SERIES: ‘SLEEPING BEAUTY’

‘RED, WHITE AND BERNSTEIN’

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

What: Tanglewood Marionettes presents and adaptation of this classic children’s story.

When: June 17-22. Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $5 each.

More info and tickets: roswellpuppets.com

SUMMER PUPPET SERIES: ‘THE THREE LITTLE PIGS BUILD A BETTER HOUSE’

What: Crabgrass Puppet Theatre presents and adaptation of this classic children’s story.

When: June 10-15. Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $5 each More info and tickets: roswellpuppets.com

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‘AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’

What: Thomas “Fats” Waller rose to international fame during the Golden Age of the Cotton Club with jumpin’ new beat, swing music. Enjoy familiar songs.

When: Through June 16, times vary Where: Stage Door Players, 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody Cost: $15-$33 More info and tickets: stagedoorplayers.net

SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: COLORED PENCIL SOCIETY OF AMERICA What: The Atlanta Chapter 107 of the Colored Pencil Society of America will be displaying their artwork. All work is colored pencil on different surfaces.

When: Through July 31 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: cpsa.org

STUDENTS & FACULTY JURIED EXHIBITION What: Spruill Gallery presents its Student and Faculty Juried Exhibition.

When: Through Aug. 24 Where: Spruill Gallery, 4681 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta More info: spruillarts.org

ARTAROUND ROSWELL SCULPTURE TOUR

What: The ArtAround Roswell “museum without walls” 20192020 Tour will feature 10 new sculptures and nine permanent sculptures.

When: Through February 2020 Where: Across the City of Roswell More info and maps: roswellartsfund.org

LIBRARY EVENTS: MOVIES AT MILTON: WALL-E

What: Celebrate the start of the weekend with a free showing of “Wall-E,” rated G. Popcorn provided by Movie Tavern.

When: Friday, June 14, 3-5 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta Info: afpls.org or 404-613-4402

ACT/SAT PREP CLASS

What: This is a small group class hosted by a certified math teacher. The goal of the program is to prepare students for standardized tests or for the grade ahead.

When: Saturday, June 15, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta Info: afpls.org or 404-613-6742

BORROWING DIGITAL BOOKS AND MUSIC

What: Learn how to download and stream eBooks, audiobooks, music and movies with Hoopla and download eBooks and audiobooks with Overdrive.

Bring an electronic device to use. For adults.

When: Saturday, June 15, 10:30 a.m.-noon Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta Info: afpls.org or 404-613-4402

TEEN BOOK-TO-MOVIE CLUB

What: Read a book and then watch the movie on the big screen. This meeting’s showing is for “A Wrinkle in Time.”

When: Saturday, June 15, 1:303:30 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta Info: afpls.org or 404-613-6758

LEARN TO CODE

What: Free, live music each week.

When: Saturdays, 8:30-11 p.m.

Where: Firefly Restaurant & Bar, 3070 Windward Plaza, Alpharetta More info: fireflyalpharetta.com

What: Children, ages 10 and up, can learn the basics of coding. Bring a device to use in this weekly class.

When: Monday, June 17, 11 a.m.-noon Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

LIVE MUSIC SUNDAYS

FEDERAL PROGRAMS HELP

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What: Join every Sunday afternoon for live music on the patio along with food trucks and cold beer.

When: Sundays, 4-7 p.m.

Where: Truck & Tap, 30 Milton Ave., Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharetta. com

What: Get help and learn about federal programs, including Supplement Nutrition Assistance Program, Medicaid, Children’s Health Insurance Program and Social Security.

When: Tuesday, June 18, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta Info: afpls.org or 404-613-4402

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Hot topic – Sunscreen in the bloodstream

By Dr. Brent Taylor Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta Recently, an article published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) demonstrated that significant amounts of common Dr. Taylor chemical sunscreens are absorbed into the bloodstream. This finding gained widespread attention and generated a lot of questions from patients and the public about sunscreen safety.

In this study, researchers tested four sunscreen ingredients: avobenzone, oxybenzone, octocrylene and ecamsule. Twenty four (24) healthy volunteers were asked to apply one of these four sunscreens to 75% of their bodies four times per day for four days, and 30 blood samples were collected for 7 days. Researchers found that sunscreen absorption was “significant” for all four sunscreen ingredients. But what constitutes significant? The way that media outlets announced it, you would assume that the levels in the bloodstream were known to be dangerous or harmful. This news was definitely relayed in an alarmist fashion. However, upon close inspection of the article, “significant” in this case means higher than a very low number chosen by the FDA to denote when chemicals need extra testing.

Interestingly, the FDA assumes that chemicals present at concentrations less than 0.5ng/mL in plasma are below the “Threshold of Toxicological Concern.”

According to the FDA, the chance of an unknown compound causing cancer when the compound is at levels below 0.5ng/ mml in plasma is less than 1 in 100,000 in a single dose. As a result, the FDA decided not to require extra testing and safety studies for compounds expected to be present below this level. In the past, many sunscreens have fallen under that exemption. This article, however, now supports that many chemicals in sunscreen might no longer be exempt from further testing and research. But that this article was published is, in my opinion, actually a good thing. Don’t we want to know more about that with which we are basting ourselves?

Sunscreens are getting ever more popular, and the general populations is no longer using a little sunscreen for only those few days spent on a beach trip. In fact, sunscreen ingredients can now be found in a variety of every day products such as make-up, moisturizers, lip balms, hair spray etc. So besides the use of sunscreen during our hobbies, exercise and recreation, we are now using

sunscreens as a part of our go-to daily regime, sometimes without even realizing it.

This JAMA sunscreen study simply proved that certain chemical sunscreens used extensively and frequently are being absorbed at levels higher than the FDA’s limit for when an ingredient doesn’t need safety data. This study is very useful because it prompts the FDA and other public-interest groups to ensure that safety data be collected about chemicals formerly thought to be likely present in miniscule levels. This study is important for helping ensure that we will have more knowledge in the future.

But what do we do now?

Well the answer to that is simple, use sunscreen regularly and stay tuned!

Sunscreen consumers should be aware that the two major types of sunscreen are “physical blockers” which are zinc oxide or titanium dioxide and “chemical blockers” which include chemicals like those tested in this study. The physical blockers reflect the sun away from the skin, and the chemical blockers absorb UV rays like a sponge, mopping up ultraviolet rays before they can damage the skin. In general, there is good safety data for the physical blockers, but both types have been used for decades with few safety concerns ever arising. Currently, there is a very small amount of data that support that chemical sunscreens might affect certain hormone levels or otherwise be harmful to humans. But most importantly, studies have continuously shown that sunscreen use is associated with lower skin cancer risk and reduced photoaging (looking old because of sun exposure). So even if certain sunscreens might carry certain risks, the known benefits of sunscreen currently outweigh the unknown potential risks of sunscreen use. If someone is nervous about the chemical sunscreens, he or she can always use zinc oxide or titanium dioxide physical blockers instead.

The answer seems clear that we should use sunscreen when we are going to be out in the sun a lot.

Alarmist news can scare people into making bad decisions. For now, when you are in the sun, you should keep using sunscreen and sun-protective clothing.

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Enjoy the sunny weather, but play it safe

By Dr. B. Scott Davidson Northside Hospital Growing up as kids, summertime meant endless outdoor fun for many. As teens, it may have meant sunbathing and getting a nice tan.

Dr. Davidson Fast-forwarding to adulthood, where a thinning ozone layer and higher incidence of skin cancer have made us wary of enjoying sunlight. Although cancer is a serious concern, it doesn’t have to keep you from enjoying the sun.

Check out these tips that will help you safely enjoy the sun this summer.

Avoid 10 to 4 Avoid the peak hours of the sun. Its rays are the strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., so try to schedule outdoor activities around those times.

Slather on the Sunscreen Try to liberally apply sunscreen about 20 to 30 minutes before going outside. Because the sun emits two types of harmful rays-UVA and UVByour sunscreen should provide “broadspectrum” protection against both, with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30 or higher.

Reapply, Reapply, Reapply Failing to reapply sunscreen may be the most neglected step in the sunsafety regimen. Don’t just put it on and forget it. Sunscreen should be reapplied about every two hours while you’re outdoors, and every 45 minutes if you’re swimming. Be sure that you are using a “broad-spectrum” sunscreen.

Grab Your Hat Head out with a hat that protects your face, neck and ears. Choose one with a wide brim at least three to four inches around for suitable coverage. The bucket and wide-brimmed farmer’s hats, in a lightweight straw or cotton twill, are two classic, stylish choices.

Seek Shade Seek shade, but do so with caution.

While trees and umbrellas provide protection, you still need to protect yourself under them. The sun’s rays can scatter, penetrate and reflect to reach you. As you head to the beach, make sure you grab yourself a beach umbrella.

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Where: Northside/Alpharetta Medical Campus, 3400-A Old Milton Parkway, Suite 130, Alpharetta, Georgia 30005 Info: Call 404-531-4444 to register or for more information.

Dress for the Occasion Covering up in dark, tight-knit fabric is the best way to protect your skin, but it’s no fun in the summer heat. Fortunately, some companies now make lightweight clothing with effective sun protection. These items bear an ultraviolet protection factor or UPF (think of it as an SPF for fabric) of 15 to 50 on their labels. There are many retailers who sell apparel that offer UPF. Don’t Forget Your Sunglasses You’ve got a better reason to shield your eyes. The eye area is incredibly vulnerable. Prolonged sun exposure can damage your eyes and increase your risk of developing eye disease. I recommend sunglasses that block 99 to 100 percent of UVA and UVB radiation.

To learn more about the effects of skin cancer and upcoming screenings, visit the Northside Hospital Cancer Institute.

Dr. B. Scott Davidson is a surgical oncologist at Northside Melanoma & Sarcoma Specialists of Georgia. He treats a variety of different types of malignancies, but has a special interest in the treatment of melanoma and sarcoma patients. Visit northsidemsog.com for more information.

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Nystrom has lived in the area for more than 30 years. She shares her home with her husband, Jim, and a cat, with children and grandchildren living nearby.

Thanks to Exquisite Living owner Zaina Wuest and her team, Nystrom was able to upgrade her furniture and lighten the room.

“They were delightful to work with,” Nystrom said. “They knew exactly what to do, and I would highly recommend

Tanya Nystrom’s living room before the makeover. them to any of my friends or family.”

Wuest founded Exquisite Living in 2016, following a lifelong love of interior design. Exquisite Living recently opened its second location in Alpharetta City Center, 374 Commerce Street, to complement its existing location at 6225 Atlanta Highway.

This is the fifth annual Appen Giveaway, but past winners have won a cruise voucher. This is the first time the company has offered a room design contest.

“It’s much lighter,” said Nystrom, of her new family room.

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New and returning summer interns join Appen staff ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Nina Palmieri and Conner Evans have joined Appen Media Group as summer interns.

Palmieri and Evans will assist the news team with coverage for Appen’s five newspapers and production of the daily podcast “Herald Daily Update.”

Palmieri, a Forsyth County native and graduate of Lambert High School, is a rising junior at Georgia State University. In the fall, she plans to continue her major in journalism and marketing, while double majoring in film and media.

She has worked at her university’s career services center as a student assistant and at the campus radio station, Album 88, as a DJ. “I’m very excited to be here and to have a hand in reporting news for our area,” Palmieri said. “It’s amazing to see a community come together to get so

much work done. And then to have it polished, printed and distributed all in the matter of a week or so is just amazing to me.”

Palmieri said she wanted to intern at her local newspaper to get a taste of a working and active journal while still being close to home. This summer, she hopes to gain experience and improve her writing, podcast and photography skills through working with Appen.

“My dad and I have been reading Appen’s newspapers since I was a kid, and we are always pointing out new article and events to each other with each new issue,” she said. “So when I decided I wanted to work in the world of journalism and media, I knew Appen Media was exactly where I wanted to start.”

Evans, a Roswell native and gradu-

ate of Centennial High School, is a rising junior at the University of Richmond and is returning as an intern after beginning his reporting career with Appen last summer. He is double majoring in English and journalism.

At Richmond, he is the music director of the campus radio station, WDCE 90.1 FM. He is also on Richmond’s improv comedy team and club Quidditch team. He also works at a campus salad bar, and occasionally writes for the school newspaper and radio station website.

“I hope to build on everything I learned here last summer,” Evans said. “I want to write more, get out in the field more and stretch myself as much as possible to grow as a reporter.”

Evans said he wanted to intern at his local newspaper to learn how reporting

and journalism operates at the foundational level.

“I was lucky enough to get to do more than I expected to at Appen last year,” Evans said. “Appen Media seemed like the perfect place for me to try out real reporting and see if it was something that I would want to continue doing in the future. Now I’m getting even more trust from my editors and working on podcasts as well as print reporting.”

This summer, he hopes to gain as much experience as possible, becoming a better writer and reporter as well as building video and audio editing skills through producing shows on Appen’s podcast network.

He will also host his own podcast mini-series this summer about popular novels you may have read in high school or college called The Re-readables.

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