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County passes up HUD grant funds

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Longtime charity leader steps down from role

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Road work ahead

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Traffic cones will be a consistent sight around the area after the Forsyth County Commission approved a $5.5 million contract to repave more than 47 miles of roads, including major thoroughfares and neighborhood streets. Read more, Page 4.

Forsyth Chamber earns prominent award nod

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Construction worker killed at work site FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A construction worker building a home in the Hickory Lakeside subdivision near Pilgrim Mill Road was killed in a work-site accident July 10.

The Sheriff’s Office identified the victim as Brian Cook, 49, of Piedmont, South Carolina. Cook was struck by a dump truck after a device on a pump truck pushed him into the road.

According to the Sheriff’s Office, Cook was cleaning the pump truck after using it to pump concrete for the home under construction. He set a barrel filled with water at the edge of the roadway so he could clean the piping in the pump truck.

Somehow an air pocket from the piping of the concrete pump truck pushed Cook backward, forcing him into the roadway.

He was struck by a Ford F750 dump truck.

Forsyth County Fire Department and OSHA are investigating the accident.

PUBLIC SAFETY ately released. Perry was being held with no bond at the Forsyth County jail.

“It is sad to see such a blatant disregard for human life,” Forsyth County Sheriff Ron Freeman said in a department statement. “Forsyth County is no place for this and if you act so stupidly here, the Forsyth County Jail will be your next stop.”

Convicted scammer faces new charges FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A Smyrna woman was arrested July 7 on Forsyth County charges stemming from an alleged 2017 identity theft.

Cathy Lee Winslow, 51, was picked up from Emanuel Women’s Facility, a medium-security women’s prison in Swainsboro where she’s serving a 15-year sentence from a previous identity fraud conviction.

She was booked into the Forsyth County Jail July 7 on charges of first-degree forgery, identity fraud, fraudulent use of transaction card and fraudulent receipt of goods.

According to deputies, those new charges are connected to a December 2017 incident at the Belk in the Lakeland Plaza shopping mall. Investigators say Winslow used another customer’s Belk credit card to buy $2,198 worth of merchandise.

Suspect in shooting captured by deputies

Deputies arrest man for impersonating police

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Police made an arrest in a shooting that took place at a Wendy’s along Atlanta Highway late July 13.

Hunter Perry, 19, of Cumming, was charged with aggravated assault with a gun and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

The shooting occurred about 10:15 p.m. The victim, also a 19-year-old Cumming teen, flagged down deputies at Ga. 9 and McFarland Parkway. He told investigators he met Perry at the Wendy’s to buy marijuana and Perry shot him during the transaction.

Deputies quickly apprehended Perry, but details of his arrest were not immedi-

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — An Atlanta man was arrested July 7 after a deputy spotted him flashing police lights at another motorist on McFarland Parkway.

Alvarado Angel Gonzalez, 28, was charged with impersonating a public officer or employee and prohibited use of blue lights/siren.

Deputies said Gonzaelez was driving a black Ford Explorer eastbound along McFarland Parkway near Ga. 400. His SUV had a blue and red visor and he was trailing another vehicle. A deputy saw Gonzalez flashing his blue lights at the other car as if he was trying to make a traffic stop.

The deputy made a U-turn and intervened, questioning Gonzalez about the lights on

DRUG & DUI ARRESTS Andrew Jon Jeppson, 48, of Canton Road, Cumming, was arrested June 26 on Canton Road for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

David Molina-Solis, 47, of Dunwoody Place, Sandy Springs, was arrested June 28 on Keith Bridge Road for DUI, driving without a valid license and failure to maintain lane.

Leyla Makongoro Bezuidenhout, 27, of Parkgate Drive, Sandy Springs, was arrested June 29 on Shepherds Pond for pedestrian under the influence.

Gina Evonne Keown, 34, of Duplex Drive, Homer, was arrested June 29 on Browns Bridge Road for possession of a schedule III controlled substance, possession of marijuana, improper/erratic lane change and failure to maintain lane.

Connie Lynn Hollmer, 56, of Shane Lane, Cumming, was arrested June 30 on Market Place Boulevard for DUI and defective tires.

Joshua Eugene Hilderbrand, 36, of Virginia Pine Lane, Alpharetta, was arrested July 1 on Montebello Parkway for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

Rachel Rodriguez, 46, of Majors Road, Cumming, was arrested July 1 on Veterans Memorial Boulevard for possession of methamphetamine and possession of marijuana.

Jack Nicholas Burgo, 45, of Broken Lance Place, Alpharetta, was arrested July 2 on McGinnis Ferry Road for DUI, interference with government property, driving on wrong See ARRESTS, Page 13 his SUV. By the time the officer got to the suspect’s car, he had ripped the lights down from his windshield and put them on his passenger’s side floorboards, the deputy noted.

Gonzalez claimed he was trying to prank a friend by pulling him over. But the officer called the friend and he wasn’t anywhere near the area at the time.

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Forsyth County says ‘no thanks’ to HUD dollars again

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmedia.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County is maintaining its stance of “no thanks” toward federal Department of Housing and Urban Development dollars. The County Commission voted at its July 13 work session to pass up on $910,000 from the department for housing improvements in the county aimed primarily at benefitting lower income families.

The county has seven census tracts eligible to receive funding through the program. They include areas west of Ga. 400 in southeastern Forsyth, several areas west of Ga. 400 in central Forsyth and the most northwestern census tract in the county.

The dollars can be used for land acquisition that would benefit low-income families, including parks, the construction or improvements to public facilities, including senior or rehabilitation centers, and public service facilities.

However, commissioners have been consistent in passing up the funding because of the strings attached to accepting the dollars, particularly land use

and planning.

“I think that we can do better here internally as a county to guide our own future,” Commissioner Laura Semanson said.

Last year, commissioners suggested these requirements could change following the presidential election and opted to go with a “wait and see” approach.

However, the county’s stance remained unchanged, despite County Attorney Ken Jarrad stating the current regulations come with less stringent mandates on local control over prior years.

Jarrard said the Trump administration, “effectively on the way out the door,” took away some of the “onerous” requirements of accepting the HUD money. Jarrard said some of the more stringent mandates are set to return under the Biden administration, but at least for the next year, the department will take a less rigorous approach.

“In reading the internal order, and based on guidance I gave our (chief financial officer), it appears that HUD is purposely attempting to be very lighthanded in the way it sort of ramps back up some of those requirements,” Jar-

rard said. “And I’m not just saying this.

From the language in the interim order, it looks to me like HUD is going to take a light hand for at least the next 12 months. So, I would be very comfortable, if the Board of Commissioners wants to think about this, doing it for a year and then reassessing once HUD provides some additional guidance for what it’s looking for.”

Commissioners were unmoved.

“If you get jumped into the game, you have to get jumped out,” Semanson said, also suggesting that the appropriation of $910,000 over two years is not worth the tradeoff of limiting local control.

Commissioner Todd Levent implied the “rules could change in the middle of the game.”

The county has consistently denied the HUD grants since it became eligible to receive them after its population exceeded 200,000 residents in 2015.

The County Commission originally voted in 2017 to forego the grant and did so again last year due to attached requirements. However, Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills suggested in 2020 that local non-profits could make use of the funds.

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Drake House welcomes new director of Programming

BY ADAM DARBY adam@appenmedia.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Drake House Founder and Director of Programs Christy Merritt officially stepped down from her position July 1.

After 16 years, MerMERRITT ritt will no longer be serving the organization she has fostered since its inception.

The non-profit charity welcomes Cheryl Carter as the new director of Programs.

Merritt is confident in the organization’s long-term decision as she enters retirement.

“I’d like to spend more time with my family and discern how else I might serve my community,” Merritt said.

“My…career at The Drake House was more rewarding than I could have ever imagined. What a privilege it has been to walk alongside families during a desperate time and offer them a respite with dignity and respect.”

The Drake House celebrates 15 years of serving mothers and their children experiencing homelessness in the north Metro Atlanta area. The organization continues to provide housing and enrichment programs to families in need in the hopes of creating financial stability.

Serving approximately 50 families with 120 children per year, the nonprofit is dedicated to creating opportunity for those less fortunate to become contributing members of the community.

“The Drake House is a gift to the community, from a community of compassionate and generous residents and businesses who genuinely care about those experiencing hardship,” Merritt said. “Our faith and civic community have been steadfast supporters, without which we would not have such a robust program. Having the support of volunteers from our community truly is what sets us apart and makes The Drake House such a special place.”

Stepping into her new position, Carter brings 30 years of non-profit experience to the organization. As a recipient of the “Outstanding Community Service Award,” she has served numerous organizations working to eliminate homelessness and prevent recidivism.

Throughout her time in the field, Carter financially benefitted families helping to increase household income, credit scores and family savings accounts.

“We are thrilled to have Cheryl join our team,” Executive Director Nesha Mason said in a statement. “She has a proven track record of helping and aiding the families she serves. She will play a vital role in the program success of the

families at The Drake House.”

As The Drake House bids “farewell” to a longtime leader and influencer, Merritt remains hopeful in the organization’s future. They are striving to improve their outdoor and classroom space as their reach full capacity of 32 families. She looks forward to their current developments allowing for the aid of more families.

“This firm foundation of clientfocused growth and long-term relationships…will allow for future development to meet our families’ ever-changing needs and economic challenges,” Merritt said. “Additional space is needed for our after-school program…This program enables us to help our children overcome any setbacks in learning what their family’s instability might have caused, giving them opportunities to excel and enjoy learning.”

Merritt looks back fondly at her time with the organization as they look ahead to future improvement.

For more information on The Drake House, please visit www.thedrakehouse. org. The organization depends on financial support from community partners, individual donors, and fundraising events. To learn more about how you can contribute, please contact Megan Riddle by email at mriddle@thedrakehouse.org or by phone at 470-508-9936.

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County okays millions to resurface local roads

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmedia.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Orange traffic cones will become a familiar sight in the coming months after Forsyth County commissioners approved $5.5 million to repave over 47 miles of neighborhood streets and major thoroughfares. The contract with Blount Construction Co., was approved at the board’s July 13 work session.

Repaving is set to begin soon and will generally occur from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. All roadwork under the contract must be completed by Jan. 31, 2022.

Some of the repaving projects are along highly trafficked roads, including: 2 miles along Aaron Sosebee Road from Ga. 141 to Ga. 20; 2.1 miles on A.C. Smith Road from Hopewell Road to Ga. 9; 2.1 miles on Bentley Road from Post Road to Campground Road; 1.2 miles on Burruss Mill Road off Ga. 369; 1.9 miles on Crystal Cove Trail from Ga. 53; 1.3 miles on Crystal Cove Trail from Old Atlanta Road to Trammel Road; 1 mile on Francis Circle from Ga. 9 to the Cherokee County border; 0.5 miles on Hamby Road from Ga. 9 to the Fulton County Border; 1.1 miles on Laurel Springs Parkway from GA. 141 to Old Atlanta Road; 3.2 miles on John Burruss Road from Ga. 369 to Karr Road; and 4.2 miles on Wallace Tatum Road from Ga. 369 to Heardsville Circle.

Select portions of large subdivision roads will also be repaved in the

Breeze Bay on Lanier, Burnt Hickory, Creek Hollow, Rosewood Park, Somerset and Sweetbriar neighborhoods, and other county roadways.

At the same meeting, the board voted to enter an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Cumming for utility relocations for the Ga. 369 widening/intersection project.

The county broke ground on the $12.2 million project last November.

Plans call for widening Ga. 369 from two to four lanes — divided by a 20-foot raised median —from just west of Ga. 9 to slightly east of Ga. 306, approximately 2 miles. The project will also include sidewalks along both sides of Ga. 369. There will be an added partial cloverleaf interchange at Ga. 369 and Ga. 400.

The traffic signal intersection at Ga. 400 and Ga. 369 will be replaced by a grade-separated interchange that will become exit 18 off Ga. 400. A bridge will carry Ga. 369 traffic over Ga. 400.

Northbound drivers on Ga. 400 will use a cloverleaf to exit and will be funneled onto Ga. 369 to go west or go through an intersection with a traffic signal to travel east.

Traveling southbound on Ga. 400, drivers will use a cloverleaf to join Ga. 369 moving east. A separate off-ramp will lead to an intersection with a traffic signal for drivers joining Ga. 369 westbound.

Construction is expected to take 36 months with the upgrades going live in late 2023.

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North Fulton Master Gardeners announce fall ’21 lecture series NORTH FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — The North Fulton Master Gardeners has announced its fall class schedule, seven classes that cover practical activities to enhance everything from landscaping to vegetables.

The classes are free and are available through Zoom webinars and Facebook Live. Classes will be available for later viewing at youtube.com/NorthFultonMasterGardeners.

Each class emphasizes practical gardening activities at the time of year that is best suited for that activity. Register in advance at: bit.ly/Fall2021NFMGGardeningLectureSeries.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about how to join the webinar. If you cannot attend the live webinar, you can register anyway so you will receive a recorded link to the class.

Here is a rundown of classes: Fall Lawn Care in Atlanta — Live Zoom, 7 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 1: Early fall is the only effective time to reseed or plant cool-season grasses (fescue). If you have a warm-season grass (Bermuda, Zoysia), you need to prevent winter weeds from taking over. North Fulton Master Gardener John Kligora will cover warm vs cool-season grasses; soil testing; fertilizing, watering and weed prevention.

Fall Vegetable Gardening — Live Zoom, 2 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 12: Fulton Master Gardener George Scesney shares his expertise on how to prepare your garden, select the best vegetables to grow in the fall in the Atlanta area, the optimal time to plant each type and some tips for a bountiful harvest!

The ABCs of Fall Gardening — Live Zoom, 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 19: As the summer months fade, the transition to cooler days and more rainfall provides the perfect time to plant trees, shrubs, perennials, bulbs, and some cool weather vegetables. It is also time to change out your summer containers and replace the plants with colorful plants that will survive from fall until spring. Fulton Master Gardener Carole MacMullan will explore how to modify containers by adding garden art to celebrate holidays.

Landscaping Lessons Learned — Live Zoom, 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 26: This class is presented by Michael Snow, an intern with the North Fulton Master Gardeners. You can learn from his mistakes to experience a stress-free landscaping project and produce a more beautiful result. Early planning can substantially reduce the amount of time and back-breaking work required.

Fall Garden Projects to do with your Kids — Live Zoom, 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10: North Fulton Master Gardener Donna Whitesel uses her many years of working with children to guide you through several fun and horticulturally based projects to do with kids.

Winter Vegetable Planting Demonstration — Live Zoom, 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24: A hands-on, “how and what to plant” class with North Fulton Master Gardener, Robin Pollack who will showcase her beautiful raised-bed gardens. Learn the basics of growing great vegetables over the winter. Suitable for beginners to experienced gardeners.

Cool Season Flowers Beyond Pansies — Live Zoom, 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 7: Winter does not have to be dreary and flower-less. North Fulton Master Gardener Donna Whitesel will teach you all about flowers and plants you can grow through the winter for winter landscaping beauty.

North Fulton Master Gardeners, Inc., is a Georgia nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization whose purpose is to educate its members and the public in the areas of horticulture and ecology in order to promote and foster community enrichment. NFMG assists the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension by providing unbiased horticultural information to Georgians through volunteer community service and educational gardening projects using applied research and the resources of The University of Georgia. NFMG Volunteers are trained and certified by the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension.

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Forsyth Chamber named finalist for national award FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce has been named a finalist for the national 2021 Chamber of the Year award. The Forsyth Chamber is the only group from Georgia to be selected as a finalist.

“It is a tremendous honor to be recognized among the very best chambers in the nation,” Forsyth County President/CEO James McCoy said.

“The Chamber is a direct reflection of the strong support of the prosperitybuilding mission from our Board of Directors, strategic partners, investors and community.”

The award is given by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, a group of 1,600 chambers of commerce and economic development organizations.

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This year marks the second straight the Forsyth Chamber has been named a finalist.

Chambers of commerce interested in competing for the award first must qualify by participating in a vigorous multi-stage process. Chambers compete based on meeting key performance criteria and qualifying chambers enter the competition with a written application addressing all aspects of organizational operation and programmatic work. Applications are scored by peer chamber executives to determine finalists. Winners are selected from among finalists based on an interview before a panel of experienced chamber professionals.

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It’s going to bring people from all walks of life to this city.

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Hamilton Hotel adds luxury, entertainment to Alpharetta’s downtown

BY TIFFANY MORGAN newsroom@appenmedia.com A citrus scent, soft, ambient lighting, plenty of greenery and white marble flooring.

And that’s just the entrance to downtown Alpharetta’s Hamilton Hotel, scheduled for opening in August.

The four-story Hamilton anchors the corner of Main Street and Milton Avenue with its classical, stately architecture and rich colors.

The hotel has 119 rooms with three family suites that offer a two-bedroom space.

Hotel Equities is the managing partner, and the boutique inn is one of 30 now operating in Alpharetta. The hotel is Curio Collection by Hilton, an upscale brand in select locations around the world.

General manager, Ken Washington, said The Hamilton is a unique touch to the city.

“It’s going to bring people from all

walks of life to this city,” Washington said.

“You have all these demographics, nationalities, different cultures, and it’s definitely going to put Alpharetta on the map.”

Washington said that his staff will be top-notch and ready to offer guests a special brand of hospitality. Hamilton staff have passion for service and mirror the community, Washington said.

“My staff is a reflection of this community, very diverse, all walks of life and I was very intentional when I hired my team to make sure it was a reflection of this neighborhood,” Washington said.

Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau President Janet Rodgers said the Hamilton will bring in visitors who will small businesses, dining and other attractions in the region.

“The Hamilton will be a catalyst to bringing a tremendous number of visitors into the downtown district of Alpharetta,” Jones said. “The proximity of having a hotel in the middle of shops, restaurants,

spas and entertainment is an ideal recipe for success, which is similar to the hotels in or near Avalon and North Point area districts.”

As Alpharetta continues to grow, Rodgers said, the hospitality industry will add to the success. The hotel will also be an asset to the entertainment and social life, with the Roaring Social – a 1920s style Speakeasy.

The entertainment venue is 9,000 square feet and will feature elements from the Prohibition Era, duckpin bowling – an alternate version of 10-pin bowling – as well as a wine and whiskey room.

Washington said much like an authentic speakeasy, there will be a code one must have to gain entry. The code will change daily. Alongside the wine, beer and whiskey, live music will be swinging in the Roaring Social.

Hilton is selective where they put their Curios, Washington said, and that speaks volumes for Alpharetta.

Appen Media appoints Preston Thompson as podcast producer ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Appen Media Group announced on July 11 the appointment of Preston Thompson as podcast producer.

After years of hosting “The Georgia Politics Podcast” as well as the new show, “Drafted,” THOMPSON Thompson will produce and edit other shows in the company’s portfolio.

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“We’re excited to have Preston working with us to help grow our podcast network and produce the great shows we’re already putting together,” said Carl Appen, director of Business Development. “Preston’s skills and experience as a host make him a perfect fit for the position as we look to recruit more talent to the network.”

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The Hamilton Hotel intends to add to the diversity of Alpharetta and also provide a staycation for locals.

“This city in itself is a growing city,” Washington said. “It’s a strong community and they’re embracing this hotel. It’s going to bring a lot of added value to this neighborhood.”

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Why do some tumors track along nerves?

Brought to you by: Dr. Brent Taylor, Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta At a recent conference, an outstanding lecture by Dr. Scott Lester of the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, provided insight into the question of why tumors exhibit “perineural invasion” – the behavior of tumors wrapping around and travelling along nerves. The answer is another example of how nature and biology never cease to surprise.

In medical school, one of my favorite professors loved to say, “50% of what you are going to learn during these four years will ultimately be proved wrong.”

As I sat in my hard wooden chair taking notes on apparently error-ridden knowledge, I hoped that the 50% that was misinformation was at least not the half that mattered.

As it turns out, one of the pieces of misinformation apparently concerned perineural invasion. In medical school, I was taught that some tumors track along nerves because nerves are convenient highways to other parts of the body. This was the “path of least resistance idea.” Professors also posited that some of the vessels and lymphatics running along with the nerve are an additional reason for tumor growth along nerves – essentially the idea that tumors spreading along nerves is really just tumors spreading along the surrounding lymphatics and blood vessels – “business as usual.”

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50% of what you are going to learn during these four years will ultimately be proved wrong.”

in the dish, the tumor grew towards the GDNF. Apparently, proteins in the nerve attract tumor growth. So nerves are not just highways: some tumors seek out nerves by growing towards proteins that nerves produce.

In another experiment, scientists placed pancreatic cancer cells next to the sciatic nerve inside of a live rat. Predictably, the cancer grew and invaded the sciatic nerve. The muscles relying on the sciatic nerve were unable to function which caused partial paralysis. However, when the scientists delivered radiation to the rat’s sciatic nerve BEFORE implanting the pancreatic cancer, the tumor grew but paralysis did not occur upon tumor implantation against the nerve. Nerves that had received radiation produced less GDNF. We have long thought of radiation as

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As many questions as answers are raised by these studies. Will we one day have medicines that treat perineural tumors by inhibiting neurotrophic factors?

For tumors that do not track along nerves but that invade muscle, bone or other tissue, will medicines increasingly target growth factors in these tissues to prevent spread? Already, medicine that targets “vascular endothelial growth factor” is being used to treat certain cancers. Perhaps one day a local injection of a medicine that blocks neurotrophic factors will be used to help treat perineural tumors.

As a Mohs surgeon, I took interest in these studies because many skin cancers track along nerves and because identifying perineural invasion under the

microscope is an important part of my job. When I find significant perineural invasion, radiation therapy after surgery is an option I discuss. I hope that I might one day be able to offer a targeted pill or injection as an alternative to radiation.

However, I thought that these studies are of broad general interest because they are an intriguing example of how the obvious or intuitive answer so often is not the correct answer when biology is involved. Tumor growing along nerves is not just a case of taking the path of least resistance. So much of what we assume or are taught does not turn out to be the whole story. Nature is always more complex than we imagine, and new discoveries provide opportunities for medical advancement.

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Does a bear…?

Well, yes. Bears do.

And so do hikers from time to time.

One nice thing about hiking is that it gives you the opportunity to get away from civilization.

Trails lead you out and away – usually a STEVE HUDSON good thing!

Get Outside Georgia, But (alas) every aa4bw@comcast.net hiker knows that, sooner or later, the time will come when…well, when it’s time to (how to put it) poop in the woods.

There. We said it.

At such times, it would be nice to find a nice and shiny porcelain toilet sitting conveniently off the trail. But porcelain toilets are not common in the wilderness.

So, lacking that, how should one poop in the woods?

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources offers some guidance in that

area, pointing out that the best course is to use an outhouse if one is available.

I think, for example, of facilities such as the one at the parking area near Smith Creek in Unicoi State Park near Helen.

Such facilities are common in Georgia parks and are usually conveniently located. They’re great for pre- and posthike rest stops.

But what about mid-hike, or what about if you’re in the backcountry? In such cases, the goal is always to “leave no trace,” and you might be interested in the generally acknowledged “best” way to do that.

According to GeorgiaStateParks.org, step one in backcountry pooping is to dig a hole. It doesn’t need to be a very big hole; most of the experts I talked with agree that the hole should be 6 to 8 inches deep and 4 or 5 inches across.

They further add that it should be at least 200 feet (that’s “70 big steps,” the website says) from the nearest stream or other water.

Jack Rouleau, who works at outdoor outfitter REI in Alpharetta, offers additional thoughts on that aspect of things.

“Pick a spot that’s away from where other people might be going,” he says.

That means walking some distance from the campsite or the trail. He adds that you’ll also want to consider privacy; in other words, look for a spot that’s shielded from view by trees or undergrowth.

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OPINION Look for dark soil, too, which usually means that the digging will be easy and that will also help things to biodegrade.

And how exactly do you dig? The trick, says Jack, is to carry a small backpackable trowel. Inexpensive plastic versions will work, though Jack says he prefers a titanium trowel manufactured specifically for backpacking use. It’s compact and extremely lightweight, he says, and that’s a plus when you’re carrying gear.

Once the hole is prepared, it’s simply a matter of squatting over the hole and taking care of business. To make that easier, experienced hikers often choose a spot near a tree or limb that can be held onto for added stability.

Once you’re through, what then?

Use some biodegradable toilet paper and biodegradable wipes. I like the “TP KIT” from On The Go, a company based in Utah. The kit comes in a sealed (and resealable) package that’s lightweight and takes up almost no space in a pack or a pocket. I keep one in my fishing vest, and it’s so inconspicuous that I forget it’s there.

After use, the paper and wipes can be buried in the hole. Alternately, they can be placed in the resealable package and then packed out for even lower impact on the environment.

To finish things up, refill the hole and pack the dirt down with your foot.

Then spread some leaves or sticks of the

area to restore it to a natural look.

Whenever I talk about this aspect of hiking, someone always asks about going totally natural and using leaves instead of toilet paper. Not a good idea! I know of one confirmed case in which an individual used leaves from a particularly fierce poison-ivy-like plant in lieu of toilet paper. That did not have a good outcome and actually turned into something of a medical emergency. And you thought bears and snakes were the only hazards in the great out-of-doors!

As Jack points out, the final part of the equation here is to think ahead. If you think you’ll need to go.

“Should you go ahead and find a spot now?” he says. “Or should you wait?” Waiting poses the risk that the need might become, well, urgent.

Remember that it takes a little while to find a spot and dig a hole, so give yourself all the time you’ll need. As in so many things in life, the key is to plan ahead.

As experienced hikers will tell you, it only takes a little pre-planning to deal with this eventually. That small trowel and a pack of those biodegradables are pretty much all you’ll need.

“Even on day hikes,” says Jack, “I like to be prepared.”

That’s good advice. Because…

Yes, bears do. People do too. And with just a little planning, it really isn’t that big a deal.

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Seems like I wrote this same column this time about a year ago. Here we go again, déjà vu!

Time is just racing by, or at least it feels that way. I will turn 67 in a little over a month. Hard RAY APPEN to believe.

Publisher Emeritus As frequently ray@appenmedia.com happens these days, I was up at 3:30 and no way was I going to be able to go back to sleep. These days, “night” feels more like something between a skirmish and a battle — me against the dark. I usually lose too. Ugh. Yesterday was July 4. We were at our place in Florida, at the beach. We have been coming here now for about 25 years. Our kids have never known a time when they were not making the six hour pilgrimage down here. They have — as we have — friends who they only

know and only see when they are here, friends they have known almost all their lives. This place is sort of our parallel universe. It is our anchor.

And now, as I type, a former hurricane named Elsa is chugging up into the Gulf and should — if it obeys the weather forecaster’s script — veer enough to the east by tomorrow, for our island to “be out of the cone” (the path of the hurricane). And that’s a big deal when your beach is 5 miles out in the Gulf of Mexico and “by boat” is the only way to leave.

Hurricane season is sort of like going to Vegas or recalling Dirty Harry’s: “Well, do you feel lucky?”

How close is Elsa going to stick to the script? How lucky indeed, do we feel? Michael came ashore almost a category 5 and destroyed Mexico Beach last year — or was it the year before?

That was maybe 30 miles to the west of us. Do we leave or do we stay?

It feels different this time though,

and I think it has something to do with the pandemic. Every year we celebrate — the entire island of about 142 homes — July 4th. There is a wonderful pancake breakfast early in the morning at the volunteer fire station, then an island-wide fish fry — “release to grease” in the afternoon complete with a corn-hole tournament, a “libation contest” (a mixed drink contest to see who can make the best mixed drink), a hula-hoop contest where the age limit is no more than about 7 for one group and then “everyone else.” And of course, can’t forget the parade — lots of decorated golf carts, ATVs, rusted out vehicles barely limping down the sandy road, and Jim dressed as Uncle Sam walking on really, really tall stilts. It’s almost always borderline unbearably hot and muggy, but this year, thank you climate change, it was in the mid to high 70s. Turnout was the largest I recall.

It’s the virus — or better said, the respite from it — that made everything different. Everyone seemed to act like it was Christmas morning, just glad to be

Arrests:

on Waldrip Road for DUI, speeding and failure to maintain lane.

Brian Scott Walker, 44, of Douglas Road, Alpharetta, was arrested July 3 on Veterans Memorial Boulevard for DUI, failure to change address on driver’s license, possession of open alcohol container by driver and improper/erratic lane change.

Nancy Herbert Booker, 49, of Brookmere Way, Cumming, was arrested July 3 on Atlanta Road for DUI, too fast for conditions, following too closely and failure to maintain lane.

Frazier Tyrone Mack, 55, of Franklin Goldmine Road, Cumming, was arrested July 3 on Atlanta Highway for DUI, possession of open alcohol container by driver, failure to obey traffic control device, defective or no brake lights/turn signals and failure to maintain lane.

Garrett Alan Tucker, 31, of Wilderness Way, Marietta, was arrested July 3 on Ga. 400 for DUI, possession of open alcohol container by driver, possession of marijuana, possession of drug related objects, possession of cocaine and failure to maintain lane.

Amish Jitendra Patel, 38, of Shoal Creek Drive, Roswell, was arrested July 3 on McFarland Parkway for DUI and speeding.

Rachel Katharine Zimmerman, 22, of River Heights Walk SE, Marietta, was arrested July 4 on Veterans Memorial Boulevard for DUI, speeding, failure to change address on driver’s license and failure to maintain lane.

Eunice Madai Benitez, 27, of Talmadge Trace, Snellville, was arrested July 4 on McGinnis Ferry Road for DUI failure to maintain lane.

Continued from Page 2 side of roadway, improper right turn, possession of marijuana, possession of open alcohol container by driver, possession of drug related objects, failure to have a license on person and failure to maintain lane.

Carolyn Elaine Michels, 51, of Dogwood Lane, Gainesville, was arrested July 2 on Browns Bridge Road for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

Ikechi Njoku, 46, of Webb Bridge Road, Alpharetta, was arrested July 2 on McFarland Parkway for DUI, driving without a valid license and speeding.

James Owen Wood III, 26, of Jensen Trail, Gainesville, was arrested July 2

alive and sharing “life” again with each other. “Sharing” is what has made it as Christmas. We needed this, we wanted this, and it showed.

This long, hard slog we have all been going through — the slog that has subtly and, sure, often not so subtly, made life so disjointed, so frustrating, so draining, suck-the-life out of your bones dreary and debilitating — felt behind us. The sun coming up out of the eastern horizon seemed brighter than I recall.

So, long time coming.

Right now, the sun is actually creeping out of the eastern sky — I’m watching it, looking for a hole in the dark, overcast low cloud cover — trying to break through, but I don’t think it will today. There’s something — someone — behind it: Elsa. But that’s okay, I think.

I do feel lucky right now, very lucky to be part of the human race today, fully engaged or at least, a whole lot more engaged than during the past year and a half.

Happy belated 4th you all. Happy, happy.

Luis Fernando Solano, 23, of Balsam Bark Drive, Cumming, was arrested July 4 on Balsam Bark Drive for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

Namiah Marie Potter, 45, of Estuary Trail, Alpharetta, was arrested July 4 on Ga. 400 for DUI and failure to maintain lane and following too closely.

Nicholas Jacob Holbrook, 25, of Cross Creek Drive, Cumming, was arrested July 4 on Shady Grove Road for DUI. Nathan Wayne Cheatham, 29, of Castleberry Road, Cumming, was arrested July 4 on Castleberry Road for DUI. Brian Patrick Dzuinski, 42, of Braidwood Run NW, Acworth, was arrested July 4 on Four Mile Creek Road for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

Frank Lagnese, 46, of Davis Love Drive, Cumming, was arrested July 4 on Ga. 400 for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

DEATH NOTICES Patricia Dean Butler, 79, of Cumming, passed away July 14, 2021. Arrangements

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Dyanne Duley, 84, of Roswell, passed away July 11, 2021.

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Jerry Allen Cater, 74, of Cumming, passed away July 12, 2021. Arrangements

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Peter Esker, 79, of Roswell, passed away July 9, 2021.

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Lawrence Lewis Chestnut, 81, of Cumming, passed away July 10, 2021. Arrangements

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Larry Hembree, 80, passed away July 9, 2021.

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Sergeant Clinton Martin, Sr., 42, of Alpharetta, passed way July 3, 2021. Arrangements

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John Dana McDaniel, 80, of Cumming, passed away July 9, 2021. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Eugene Karl Siller, 46, of Cumming, passed away July 3, 2021. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home.

David Slezak, 68, of Roswell, passed away July 6, 2021.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Director & Crematory.

Elizabeth Taylor, 91, of Roswell, passed away July 7, 2021. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Director & Crematory.

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SERVICE DIRECTORY Concrete/Asphalt

Gutters

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