Forsyth Herald – September 6, 2018

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Sheriff named to state council

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Economic Development plan in the works

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Chabad Forsyth celebrates milestone

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Community art brightens courthouse District Attorney Penny Penn enjoys the color and calming effect the paintings have on the grand jury room. Read more, Page 6.

Students learn about business from senator

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By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com GEORGIA — For his innovations in criminal justice through empowering victims, Sheriff Ron Freeman has been named to the state Criminal Justice Coordinating Council.

Created in 1981 by the Georgia Legislature as an executive branch agency, the council serves as statewide body to build consensus among the state’s diverse and interdependent criminal justice agencies.

Freeman was appointed this summer

by Gov. Nathan Deal and will continue his duties as Forsyth County Sheriff.

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Angry ex-girlfriend suspected of vandalizing wrong car FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — An angered ex-girlfriend spray painted the wrong car Aug. 18.

A 48-year-old roommate of the girl’s exboyfriend told deputies his 2013 Ford Fiesta had been spray painted with orange and black paint. The incident happened at his apartment overnight. He said he thought it was done by his friend’s 34-year-old exgirlfriend, who he believed mistook the car for her former beau.

The 42-year-old ex-boyfriend told investigators that he had multiple cases of property damage in Dawson County which he believed his ex-girlfriend was responsible for. He said the woman might have seen him drive the Ford and mistook it for his.

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pointed by Governor Deal to serve on the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council,” Freeman said. “I look forward to working with my fellow council members in furthering the effectiveness of Georgia’s criminal justice system.

The CJCC performs a vital role in the criminal justice system and I appreciate Governor Deal’s trust in appointing me to serve our state.”

The council is charged with 11 areas of criminal justice coordination.

Among those responsibilities is to serve as the statewide clearinghouse for criminal justice information and research; develop criminal justice legislative and executive policy proposals; and serve in an advisory capacity to the gov-

Deputy cites truck renter for dumping gas illegally FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Almost 25 gallons of gasoline was dumped into a storm sewer Aug. 17 at the BP Gas Station off Peachtree Parkway, according to a report filed by the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office.

A 33-year-old man was issued a citation by code enforcement for illegal dumping after he was found to be draining the fuel tank of an Enterprise rental box truck.

Deputies found the man in the parking lot of the gas station, drenched in gasoline, holding a wrench and plug for the gas tank, and standing near a large puddle of gas.

Earlier that day, the deputy had stopped at the BP and was approached by the man who said he “accidentally put $70 worth (about 25 gallons) of gasoline into a diesel truck,” according to an incident report.

The man admitted to pouring some gasoline into a nearby storm sewer.

The Forsyth County Fire Department, Georgia Environmental Protection Division and Forsyth County Code Enforce-

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ernor on issues impacting the criminal justice system.

Freeman is one of 33 people appointed to various boards this summer, including the Board of Community Affairs, Georgia Ports Authority, State Board of Pharmacy and Technical College System of Georgia Board.

Freeman joins 24 others on the council, including Fulton County Commissioner Liz Hausmann, LaGrange Mayor Jim Thornton, Department of Corrections Commissioner Gregory C. Dozier, Northeastern Judicial Circuit Judge Charles A. Fuller, Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director Vernon Keenan and Atlanta Police Chief Erika Shields. ment were called to the scene.

The owner of the BP said he witnessed the man dump at least 10 gallons of gasoline down the storm sewer.

Burglar raids vehicles, but fails to steal motorcycle FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A thief left a motorcycle running after failing in an attempt to steal it Aug. 29.

The owner of the bike, who lives off Riley Road, said someone raided his cars overnight, and the family’s Harley Davidson motorcycle was turned on in what was believed to be an effort to steal it, according to the report.

The cars were parked near the motorcycle, making it virtually impossible to get out, the report said.

The only thing reported missing was an in-dash stereo from one of the cars.

Deputies saw a path in the freshly fallen dew which was consistent with someone walking away from the scene.

Two other cars on the street were entered that night, so deputies did a canvas of the area and found more sets of footprints and cars burglarized.

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County reviews Economic Development Strategic Plan

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — With a tax digest tilted heavily toward residential property, Forsyth County is looking for ways to expand its commercial base without increasing taxes.

James McCoy, president of the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce, told the Forsyth County Commission Aug. 28 that this issue has been going on for a while.

Currently, 70 percent of the tax digest is made up of residential property, while businesses account for the remaining 30 percent.

“As the community continues to grow and the needs of community continue to change, we know unless the business portion of the tax digest grows, an increasing portion (of the tax bill) will fall on homeowners,” he said. “The answer to that is one of two things: either raise taxes or grow business. (The latter) certainly seems the preferred method of growing the future of our economy.”

One of those ways is through the Economic Development Strategic Plan, which McCoy said has been in the works for 18 months.

Last year, the commission asked for several measures, including the reconvening of the economic development stakeholder group, which had met through the recession but had fallen by the wayside. That group is composed of school board members, county officials, directors from the University of North Georgia and Lanier Technical College, the development authority board members and from the chamber.

McCoy said they were asked to go through their own economic development resources and bring back a policy to the commission of how to better streamline economic development decision making by having a targeted incen-

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Ashton Allison with TIP Strategies explains the Economic Development Strategic Plan to the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners. tive program. Additionally, the commission wanted a surge plan put together that will address what the county can do while the Economic Development Strategic Plan is being developed.

Both of these requests have already been successfully implemented, McCoy said. The results of the surge plan were almost immediately fruitful, he said. From where they were a year ago, project inquiries are up 113 percent with 66 inquiries currently; project an-

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nouncements are up 93 percent with 29 announcements; and capital investment is up 19 percent at $110 million with the expectation that will grow throughout this year.

Now, the commission is working on its last request of the Economic Development Strategic Plan, which was presented at the Aug. 28 meeting by Ashton Allison and Jon Roberts of TIP Strategies.

So far, this plan is only in the interim stages, but McCoy said it has real recommendations, many the commission has discussed previously.

“They will require some real work and cooperation, but they are transformative and are some of the things we can do as a community that will really transform our economy for the future,” he said.

“The dividends are paying now and will be in the future.”

The project goals, according to Roberts, include: •D irect economic development efforts and resources toward a clearly defined vision • I ncrease commercial investment; balance tax base •L everage competitive advantages to fuel economic growth •C hange “bedroom community” perception

Those will be implemented through guiding principles, he said, including being forward-looking, talent-driven and balanced.

“Forsyth County is a dynamic region at the forefront of technology and innovation, driven by the creativity and success of local companies,” Roberts said. “Forsyth County fosters smart and sustainable economic growth, leveraging emerging opportunities while supporting the county’s heritage and established sectors.” The strategic framework of the plan includes establishing a strong identity for the county through marketing, expanding business development and encouraging real estate development and place making. In the end, Roberts said this should expand opportunities for local residents, including 5,000 new jobs created. It should also grow the commercial portion of the tax digest to represent 40 percent. Additionally, it is anticipated the plan will strengthen the local commercial real estate market and attract new businesses while helping existing firms grow.

The commission and public will get a chance to review the plan at a later meeting with officials. To view the entire presentation, visit https://bit. ly/2wqMv3w.

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Local artists enrich Forsyth County Courthouse

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — When the 23 citizens on the grand jury enter the deliberation room, it often can get a bit suffocating to be surrounded by four white walls and no windows, especially with the weight of the law bearing down on them.

So when District Attorney Penny had the idea to team up with the Sawnee Association of the Arts to paint scenes from around Forsyth County to hang in the room, it was a hit.

The first round of paintings was historical buildings around the county which were put up last fall. Currently, the second set of paintings feature outdoor landmarks the jurors may recognize.

This came from a recommendation after the Courthouse opened three years ago by the first grand juries who suggested art on the walls.

“It was this stark room as there are no windows in here,” Penn said. “It definitely needed something for people to look at.”

Penn’s predecessor had artwork that hung throughout the office that was done by members of the Sawnee Artists

Association.

Sawnee Association of the Arts member Kristine Weeden said their mission is to get art out into the community.

“The artists think it’s a privilege to put their art in the courthouse,” Weeden said. “They were thrilled.”

So the two decided to collaborate and thus resulted in multiple paintings hung on the walls of the room, which the jurors have enjoyed, Penn said.

“Art can be incorporated anywhere including in the court system,” she said. “Not that it can’t be controversial, because it can be. But in terms of the basic ideas of bringing beauty and color into a space, regardless of what’s being done there, we can achieve that. The art means more when it’s local artists doing it and it’s of the area.”

The grand jury is considering criminal charges against defendants, Penn said, so the art helps when they often have a lot on their minds. The wellknown scenes and buildings give jurors something to discuss that they have in common, letting them bond before they start their duty.

“Anytime you can bring color or scenes that give them some pleasure or joy or even distraction, it can’t hurt,” Penn said. “It certainly beats starting at

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Artists from the Sawnee Association of the Arts painted unique pictures from around Forsyth County to hang in the grand jury room in the Forsyth County Courthouse. blank walls. This is a drab room without any of this. When a person is enclosed like that and then you add to the serious nature of what they’re doing, these scenes have been presented give them some distraction. Looking at some of this may bring them a little comfort or joy.”

The next round of paintings will go up probably next spring and will showcase flowers or other nature scenes.

The Sawnee Association of the Arts gives classes at the Brannon Heard House, and the list can be found at sawneeart.org.

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OPINION

A Southern belle in the heart of the North I love being from the South.

So much so, I claim my Southern roots as much as my red hair or the fact I am right handed.

It’s something I was born with, not really Kathleen Sturgeon taught or developed.

I’ve lived in GeorEditor kathleen@appenmediagroup.com gia since I was 4. I was born in Richmond, Virginia, which is often referred to as the heart of the Confederacy.

I say y’all, grits run through my veins, I listen to country music quite frequently and yes, college football is almost always on my TV in the fall, even if I am a Kentucky fan.

It’s safe to say the South is a huge part of my identity.

Although I always had an itch to visit Boston, when my beau Chris came knocking at my door with a great deal, I hesitated a little.

Growing up in the South, I often heard Northerners referred to as “Yankees,” and not in reference to the baseball team, but rather in an almost derogatory way.

Whenever someone with a thick accent would act brash or in a rude way, we would simply “bless their hearts,” give a knowing look of, “oh they must be a Yankee,” and move on thinking how great it is to be raised in the South.

I’ve been above the Mason-Dixon Line before, and I lived in Syracuse, New York in between my stays in Richmond and Atlanta. Even so, the North seems like such foreign territory.

Yet, I’ve always had a fascination with the Salem Witch Trials, and I’m into visiting new states I’ve never been to, so I figured why not. Plus we got $100 roundtrip flights, so who can pass that up?

We decided to try out Bean Town in a whirlwind of a trip, arriving at 8 a.m. on a Friday and touching back down in Atlanta by noon on Sunday.

We didn’t waste any time, and we figured we might as well give it a chance before writing it off as a city full of impolite Yankees.

From the moment we landed, we immediately immersed ourselves in all that Boston has to offer.

We traveled by plane, train and automobile, never meeting a single person who was uncouth or unkind.

The only time I felt out of place was when I smiled at people on the T, Boston’s version of MARTA except it’s incredibly bigger, organized and efficient (Atlanta could learn something there).

With a little bit of my Southern roots showing, I was answered with stares and quickly learned to keep more to myself.

I found this a bit funny, because in the South I can make friends with pretty much anyone, anywhere, something I did continue to do in any bar we went to.

But that’s just in my nature as a journalist, Southerner or not.

We visited Salem and its many witch museums, walked a part of the Freedom Trail to view historic sites, explored Harvard and felt slightly unworthy.

The best part came Saturday morning when we toured Fenway Park. As lifelong Braves fans, Chris and I decided to make sure our loyalty was known by wearing team shirts.

On an elevator, someone asked if were from Atlanta. My sarcastic, “what gave us away?” was met with, “you seem like a Southern belle.” I’m going to choose to take that as a compliment.

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While touring Fenway Park in Boston, Kathleen and Chris enjoyed showing their Braves pride. ster inside Fenway Park. It was then we realized we were surrounded by fellow Atlantans who cheered us on.

Even in the heart of Boston, at one of the most famous spots in the city, this Southern belle found a little slice of home.

As it turns out, we really can make friends anywhere. It must be the Southern manners my mama taught me.

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Initial Drug Awareness Council intern continues to educate

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – Although William Allen is now in college, he still uses what he learned as one of the first Forsyth County Drug Awareness Council interns.

Allen, 19, is at the University of Georgia studying finance and psychology. But before that, he was part of the initial group of high school interns with the council when he was at Pinecrest Academy. Allen had a typical childhood, but was aware that addiction ran in his family.

“I was interested in pursuing treating addiction as a career path,” he said. “My family has some history of addiction, not me personally, but some relatives.

I’ve always found it interesting how they were affected and how I can try to hopefully help.”

He had been involved in other types of giving back, but wanted to get handson with something he really cared about.

“I had done community service packing boxes and such,” Allen said. “That’s important, too. But with this experience, I felt like I was using my creativity and some of my knowledge to really help the community in a different way than I have before.”

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From May 2016 to November 2016, he was with the council as a student liaison giving information to the board members and at committee meetings.

“I was there to act as a youth representative, like what are kids in high school thinking about today, what would work and what wouldn’t,” Allen said. “(The director) Tammy (Nicholson) wanted me to start my own sub-council. So, I got three of my friends and we called it the Forsyth Youth Drug Council.”

The Youth Council went on to conduct research and visit pharmacies to acquire more information. It was a great experience, Allen said, especially when they hosted surveys asking the local pharmacies about drug take backs.

“If I had a prescription for painkillers or an opiate that’s sitting in my house and I want to give it back, a lot of pharmacies at that time wouldn’t take them back,” he said. “You had to go to a drop box at either the South or North Forsyth Sheriff’s Office precincts. Most residents probably wouldn’t want to drive far away to do that. We tried to implement a way to make that process easier.”

Allen is proud of being a part of the group that helped start that, but he’s also happy he was able to start the subcouncil.

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From left, Dylan Reagan, William Allen, Barrett Hopper and Matthew Spencer created a youth version of the Drug Awareness Council in 2016.

“I believe it’s still going today,” he said. “Tammy is doing a lot of great stuff like getting into the schools. She’s really trying to incorporate more youth into the council. I’m really happy to be one of the first people to start that.”

Now, Allen keeps in contact with Nicholson and recently finished an internship at a drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility in Atlanta called MARR. “A big reason I got my foot in the door was because I had the drug council on my resume,” he said. “They knew of it and spoke highly of it. The MARR experience was fantastic because I went from awareness side on the council to

the treatment side with MARR. It’s been a great experience.”

He speaks highly of the council to this day and encourages any local student interested to get involved.

“You have local government, but this is just another support system to prevent drug addiction,” Allen said.

“There can’t be enough help as long as people are still getting addicted to harmful drugs, there is no reason to not keep trying to support them and help the community. It felt really good to see people from all different careers and backgrounds working together and that they cared so much.”

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Forsyth County’s Play at the Park event seeks vendors FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County Parks & Recreation and the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce are seeking vendors to participate in the 16th annual Play at the Park Family Fun Festival event on Saturday, Sept. 29 at Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way. Play at the Park is a family-friendly community event that features a kids’ zone, live entertainment, vendors and food trucks.

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Community celebrates Chabad Forsyth

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Jewish population in Forsyth County often felt like pioneers when they had to stand together to build the area’s first synagogue two years ago, Chabad Forsyth and Congregation Beth Israel.

Now, they celebrated their accomplishments at the inaugural “We are Pioneers” gala Aug. 26, according to Rabbi Levi Mentz.

“This established Jewish life in North Georgia, basically Forsyth County,” he said. “In Forsyth County there never was infrastructure locally. This evening celebrated pioneering, what it means and what it’s done. Our entire community benefits from people that see themselves as pioneers.”

The highlight of the evening came at the end of the night, Mentz said, when the crowd got a first look at the Jewish Community Center which is in the works. The center will offer a Montessori preschool, social hall, active adult community, kosher deli and sports facility.

Chabad of Forsyth is located at 795 Brannon Road.

This is a milestone for Chabad Forsyth, Mentz said, because until April of 2016, there was no Jewish life in north Georgia. Mentz and his wife, Chaya, moved to Forsyth to establish that community with the inspiration of Chabad of Georgia.

“We moved here with the mission to touch and inspire,” he said. “We wanted to bring the Jewish community together. Whatever it takes or needed all the resources that every family

and child deserves to have we’d see to it that it would be established.” The couple also aimed at being a source of light not only to their fellow Jewish community, but all their neighbors.

“We wanted to inspire a birth of a community that wouldn’t just see themselves as private citizens, but as public ambassadors to make the areas in which we live in better,” Mentz said.

“That happened 29 months ago. That’s why it was such an inspiring evening, because 29 months later we now have Congregation Beth Israel, Juda Hebrew School, summer camps established and adult education.”

The quickly developed synagogue and other aspects of the communal life somewhat surprised Mentz, but he credits those he calls pioneers who supported the endeavor.

“This evening was the full circle of two and half years or miraculous work,” Mentz said. “The evening was a celebration of what we’ve done together in the most miraculous of ways, and at the same time it concluded with the next phase and where we’re going from here. Like everything we do, it’s a community project. We’re excited to move forward together and united.”

Blessings in life only come when there’s unity and love, Mentz said.

“Ultimately for our county, through our unity we will continue to see incredible blessings in all the work we’re doing together,” he said. “That’s the essence of a real community project.

To have communal infrastructure, and faith infrastructure is an important thing.”

To donate or learn about the project, visit jewishforsyth.org.

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Join the tailgate party on the first day of SEC conference play as Southern football traditions combine in support of the Lionheart School. The fundraiser will take place in downtown Alpharetta and feature cooking competitions between many well-known restaurants, community groups and families. A giant LED screen will broadcast multiple SEC matchups. Tasting tickets are $20 per person, kids under 12 taste for free. The party starts Saturday, Sept. 8, 1:30-8 p.m. on Old Roswell Street in Downtown Alpharetta. For more information, visit thelionheartschool.com.

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FORSYTH What: Features guest speaker Lt. Col. Tom Burgess, retired.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 11, 9:30 a.m.

Where: Liberty Middle School, 7465 Wallace Tatum Road, Cumming More info: tkirby@forsyth.k12.ga.us

HOMESCHOOL DAY IN ROSWELL What: Tour the homes of the Southern Trilogy: Historic Home Museums of Roswell. Experience life in the 1800’s with demonstrations and hands-on activities.

When: Friday, Sept. 7, all day Where: Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall and Smith Plantation Cost: General admission is $15.

Free parking available at all sites.

More info and registration: visitroswellga.com.

JOHNS CREEK What: The free event will honor the service of first responders and will include a narration of the timeline of events immediately following the attack, from the perspective of first responders.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 11, 8:30 a.m.

Where: Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov ROSWELL What: The keynote speaker will be Travis Ellis, co-founder of Shepherd’s Men to help veterans with TBI and PTSD. Mayor Lori Henry will speak on behalf of the city.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 11, 8:30 a.m.

Where: Roswell Area Park, 911 memorial, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: kelldwayne@yahoo.com

OPEN-HEARTH COOKING What: Living history interpreter and open-hearth cooking expert, Clarissa Clifton, will demonstrate making traditional Southern food in the Cook House. Free.

When: Saturday, Sept. 8, 10 a.m.-3 pm.

Where: Smith Plantation, 935 Alpharetta St. Roswell More info: roswellgov.com SATURDAY BRUNCH LECTURE What: Barrington Hall hosts lectures on the Civil War and other areas of interest to local residents. This lecture is on “The Battle of Fort Pillow”

by Brian Wills.

When: Saturday, Sept. 8, 10 a.m.-noon Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $5 suggested donation More info: roswellgov.com

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DRAWING WILDLIFE IN MIXED MEDIA What: Roswell Fine Arts Alliance member Alle Craig will lead a workshop focused on drawing inspiration from wildlife.

When: Saturday, Sept. 8, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: $30 for nonmembers, $20 for members More info and registration: chattnaturecenter.org SMART RECOVERY FAMILY AND FRIENDS What: This program uses science-based tools to provide support for those who are affected by the addictive behavior of someone close to them. Not a twelve step program.

When: Monday, Sept. 10, 7-8 p.m.

Where: DecisionPoint Wellness Center, 10700 State Bridge Road Suite 6, Johns Creek More info: smartrecovery.org LAWN CARE WORKSHOP What: Learn how to create and maintain healthy lawns. Topics include pH, soil testing, seasonal grasses and water. Two classes offered in Roswell and Alpharetta.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 11, 7-8:30 p.m. in Roswell and Wednesday, Sept. 12, 7-8:30 p.m. in Alpharetta Where: Bill Johnson Community Activity Building in Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell and Alpharetta Public Works Department, 1790 Hembree Road, Alpharetta More info and registration: nfmg.net WEDNESDAY MORNING NETWORKING What: Join for networking every Wednesday morning.

When: Wednesday, Sept. 12, 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 COOKING AND CRAFTS What: Experience history through simple recipes and heritage crafts enjoyed in the past. September’s theme is “Berry Harvest.”

Ages 6-11.

When: Thursday, Sept. 13, 4 p.m.

Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $7 for members, $10 for nonmembers More info and tickets: autreymill.org or 678-366-3511 NOON TO NIGHT BENEFIT What: Avalon is teaming up with Bert’s Big Adventure for the fourth annual fall fashion benefit.

When: Thursday, Sept. 13, 6-10 p.m.

Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alphretta More info: awesomealpharetta.com GARDEN TOUR MONDAYS What: Enjoy a free 30-minute tour of the gardens and historic plants on the grounds of Barrington Hall.

When: Every Monday, through Sept. 24, 9:30 a.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

HEALTH AND FITNESS: EVENING RIVER CANOE TRIP What: Take an urban adventure and learn about wildlife with an experienced river guide.

Ages 6 and up.

When: Saturday, Sept. 8, 5-8 p.m.

Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: $30 for nonmembers, $25 for members More info and tickets: chattnaturecenter.org FREE OUTDOOR FITNESS – YOGA What: Yoga moves at a slower pace, improving flexibility, muscle tone, strength, and stress management through stretches, poses and relaxation techniques.

When: Sunday, Sept. 9, 10 a.m.

Where: Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov/parkplace ENERGY YOGA What: Physical exercises to open and clear energy. Utilizes Qi Gong and meditation techniques.

When: Sunday, Sept. 9, 4:30 p.m.

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

FARMERS MARKETS, FOOD TRUCKS: ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY What: Alpharetta’s weekly gathering returns with rotating food trucks and music each week. Six to eight food trucks from the Atlanta area will come out to help kick off the weekend early.

When: Thursdays, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., through Oct. 11 Where: Old Roswell Street in Alpharetta’s historic district More info: awesomealpharetta.com ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET What: The Alpharetta Farmers Market features fruits, vegetables, natural meats, fresh flowers and herbs, and a variety of home goods.

When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., through October Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us ROSWELL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET What: Don’t miss the opening day of the Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market. Mix and mingle with friends, shop for fresh items and enjoy talking to the vendors.

When: Saturday, April 14, 8 a.m. – noon Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: AVALON NIGHTS LIVE What: Unwind after a long week with live music in The Plaza.

When: Friday, Sept. 7, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharettta.com

Sometimes you go to these events and see a lot of the same people, which is wonderful. But, all of the exhibitors this year commented on all the new faces and new opportunities they had to meet people.

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Alpharetta business expo draws array of exhibitors, interests

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A crowd of hundreds filtered past an array of displays Aug. 24 at the sixth annual Alpharetta Business Association Expo held at the Atlanta Marriott Alpharetta Hotel.

This year’s event included a healthcare panel discussion presented by HIPnation entitled “A Doctor’s View to Control Healthcare Costs.” The panel included: Dr. Robert Herrera, a practicing physician with HIPnation, Bill Neglia, a licensed independent health insurance broker, Kimberly Richards, a physical therapist with A Step Ahead Physical Therapy, and William York, a pharmacist with Concord Pharmacy.

The discussion centered on the reasons why the current state of healthcare insurance isn’t working and how it can be improved.

Panelists’ solutions included: reestablishing the doctor-patient relationship by “lifting the curtain” that now exists as a result of insurance company requirements, considering cash payments for direct primary care that could be far less than insurance costs and researching alternatives for healthcare.

Dr. Herrera noted that preventive medical care is now losing ground as patients are forced to skip it due to high deductible insurance plans.

“Episodic care is not the best way to manage your health,” he said.

Lara Dolan, co-chair for the Business Expo, said the panel discussion proved a success, drawing close to two dozen people.

“I was personally glad I attended,” she said. “It was interesting to get the perspective on healthcare from a doctor

Alpharetta Business Association

Tech Alpharetta Director of Operations Dale Sizemore greets the audience and participants at the Tech Showcase, which featured four entrepreneurs who presented a pitch for their young businesses. The event preceded the official opening of the Alpharetta Business Association Expo Aug. 24 at the Atlanta Marriott Alpharetta Hotel. and how they are restricted from making decisions they want to make in patient care because of some of the restrictions insurance places on them.”

The expo itself, she said, easily attracted more than 750 visitors.

The sold-out expo featured 75 exhibitors, including sponsors like the Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau, The Mauldin Group, Appen Media Group, Comcast and Village Realty.

Some of the new participants included eye care clinic B.spectacled, the Minime Factory which creates personal 3-D images, and restaurants like Peach & the Porkchop and Charlton’s Grill and Tap.

“It was really successful,” Dolan said.

“I made a point of walking around and visiting pretty much every exhibitor and talking to them. All of them made comments that there was a very steady flow of traffic.”

Many of the returning exhibitors commented there were a lot of new faces this year, she said.

“Sometimes you go to these events and see a lot of the same people, which is wonderful,” Dolan said. “But, all of the exhibitors this year commented on all the new faces and new opportunities they had to meet people.”

As in past years, the expo began at 9 a.m. with the fourth annual Tech

Alpharetta Technology Showcase which featured five startups pitching their companies to a three-member panel of business experts.

As in past years, each startup had several minutes to present their technology to the panel for critique. This year’s featured startups included: • Wyman Best’s “Clear That Deck” tool described as the best low-tech tool from a high-tech incubator. The tool provides a better way to get debris out of deck spaces to improve cleaning and have less deck rot.

• Go WP which provides WordPress support including software updates, offsite backup, security/malware scans and trouble-shooting services for agencies, small businesses and non-profits.

• Data Seekers which offers a unique data appliance that helps financial institutions take in data and unify it into one format.

• MSI Positioning Systems which has created an application that makes GPS more precise down to 1- centimeter accuracy (less than the size of a dime) that land surveyors and civil engineers can use on their mobile device.

• Sign Stream which helps companies create their own TV channel and run it anywhere with a Smart TV or Amazon Firestick that can run in their store, restaurant or waiting area.

Following the showcase, Alpharetta Mayor Jim Gilvin joined other dignitaries in officially opening the expo.

Dolan said the Alpharetta Business Association plans to have the event again next year, although no date and location has been set.

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Maybe we have to slow down to catch up with baseball Increasing I know, I know.

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Since 2005, only three have pulled in over 18 million. And that number is made worse considering there are a lot more people in the world today with a lot more access to television. And no doubt its viewership pales in comparison to that of the NFL where regular-season Sunday games average close to 15 million viewers. But you know what? Pulling 18 million viewers is still pretty good.

It’s just not NFL good.

So-called experts argue that baseball needs to speed up, that it needs more action and more competition. No doubt this is being driven by marketing and media folks who have no problem squeezing the heart and soul out of a thing, so long as it means more viewers even for just a little while.

I just read an article that suggested capping a batting team who was winning to only two outs. Others have suggested putting a clock on the pitcher. Every year someone has another bright idea on how to speed up the game. But you know what? Baseball isn’t football. It is baseball. And it has its own pace.

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Unlike most things today, it gives us time and space to enjoy the company around us. In an age where everyone wants to be engaged in something, and usually that something is on their smart phone, it’s a breath of fresh air to watch something that gives me some space.

I will say that football is my favorite sport. I played through high school and have coached 6 years of it with my son. I love every second of it.

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MILTON, Ga. — After financial hardships, a potential sale of the property and a strained relationship with some nearby residents, Milton’s Crooked Creek Club will soon reopen with new owners, a new management company and a $1.3 million renovation.

The course’s future was in question earlier this year after Triumph Golf — which purchased and sold Crooked Creek’s sister course, The Milton Country Club, to the city — entered into a due diligence period to potentially purchase the club. However, that sale fell through and with accusations that the ownership was not compensating some employees, the club’s outlook was shadowy.

But now Crooked Creek personnel say the future is bright in its new direction and innovative updates.

“We went through struggles with our former ownership group,” said General Manager Chris Wright. “Fortunately we have secured some really good owners and a management company. The owners have been fully committed to the renovation and have backed up every bit of that. It’s been a pleasure working with them.”

The club is now under the management of Billy Casper Golf which supported the facelift to the club’s greens and bunkers.

The former bentgrass greens have been replaced with Primo Zoysia, a warm-weather turf that is easier to maintain, uses less resources such as water and chemicals, is shade tolerant and provides a better putting surface, Director of Agronomy Mike Patterson said. He added that Crooked Creek will be the first 18-hole course in the world to feature the turf which has been tested in multiple countries in recent years.

The bunkers have also been reworked and feature a new type of sand which can hold slopes more efficiently.

Despite the updates, the course’s revered layout will remain unchanged.

“The layout will still be the same, basically what we are doing is improv-

ing the most important parts,” Patterson said.

The renovation also extends to the clubhouse.

“The clubhouse still presents itself well, we’re just doing a bit of updating in and around the clubhouse to make it more user-friendly,” Wright said.

The building will feature new flooring, banquet and patio furniture, hitting tee lines on the driving range with new bag stands and curtains to close off the outdoor pavilion for weddings or special events. The driving range will feature new hitting pads and bag stands.

Conservation was also an emphasis for the renovation, Patterson said.

The course will now feature several pollinator plots for wildflowers and bees.

Milkweed will be planted in 12 areas and a monarch butterfly habitat has also been added that will be open to residents.

“Parents and their kids will be able to come out and enjoy that,” Patterson said. “We are trying to be a better neighbor. That’s been missed for a long time.”

Wright said the club’s relationship with nearby residents has been stressed in recent years, but members and nearby residents are excited for the changes.

“They are really pumped and ready to get it open and play golf,” Wright said.

“The renovation is being received well by current members, we have members wanting to come back and interested from perspective members.”

Patterson, who said he often engages with members, reiterated those statements.

“We are getting a lot of people asking when we are going to open,” he said.

“That shows me they are really excited about it.”

Wright said he hopes the renovation is the first step of many to improve the club in the future.

“We are committed year to year to improve the property,” he said. “Whatever the next project is, we are going to tackle it.”

Though a confirmed date has not been set for the opening of the rejuvenated club, Wright said the aim is to reopen late this month.

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Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Georgia Properties opens new smart Real Estate office in Alpharetta ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties is proud to announce the opening of our newest smart real estate office in Alpharetta. The office is located in the new Liberty Hall building in the heart of the revitalized city of Alpharetta. Liberty Hall, owned by the American History Guild, is a unique concept of patriotism and community with restaurant and retail space, premium office space and the exclusive Founder’s Club located on the rooftop terrace. An owner of the building, John Adams (he is a descendent of the Founding Father John Adams), formed the American History Guild to tell America’s story.

“We have been working on the details of our new smart real estate office for months and we are so excited now that we are officially open for business,” said Mary Wargula, Managing Broker of the Alpharetta/North Fulton Office of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. “Liberty Hall is a special building and we are honored to be part of this experience. Our associates are proud to work in Liberty Hall and the new Alpharetta City Center. Our company is truly redefining the real estate experience with a new level of quality and innovation for our associates and our clients.”

The new space is open and collaborative with a sleek design that features an abundance of glass and bright open spaces.

The “ReThink Room” is an innovative area for agents to meet and think creatively – as a traditional work room has been redefined. For meetings, the new office includes conference rooms and seller & buyer counseling rooms with the latest media technology.

Designated sales prospecting areas provide a private environment for associates to generate more appointments.

The workspace also includes a large training room with cutting-edge presentation media to help our associates learn more effectively and to host our business meetings and training classes.

“The Alpharetta and North Fulton markets have been an important focus for our business for over 50 years. We are proud to open this innovative, new

Liberty Hall is a special building and we are honored to be part of this experience. Our associates are proud to work in Liberty Hall and the new Alpharetta City Center. Our company is truly redefining the real estate experience with a new level of quality and innovation for our associates and our clients.”

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The Truth About Downsizing Why it Works for Some and Not Others Hooray! You made your last tuition payment or maybe paid for the last wedding. And now it’s you and your spouse in a great big house. So it’s time to set in motion your grand plan, which goes something like this… 1. Sell the big house and move to a smaller house that’s easier to maintain, 2. Pocket the $100k or more from this transaction, 3. Take an extended European vacation this summer with some of the proceeds from the sale of the house.

The Unwelcomed Cold Shower.

As it turns out the grand plan may not happen just like you planned. You learn this when you call your favorite realtor and spend a day with them. It’s at this time that you realize that a new, smaller house costs more than you ever could have imaged. It’s at this moment that you truly feel the impact of new home prices rising faster than older home prices.

The Punch to The Gut. Just as your realtor has done their best to explain the prices of smaller homes, it’s time to assess the listing price of your present home.

Because you sent your kids to private schools, the very best colleges, bought cars for them and paid for weddings….. well, you never quite kept up with the whole remodeling thing. Your house was built in the 80’s or 90’s and it looks like the day it was built. Formica or Corian in the kitchen, a garbage compactor and desk in the kitchen. In the bathroom: gold framed small shower, cultured marble counters and huge mirrors glued to the walls. Every home in North Atlanta has the same finishes and they’re all “out of style” which makes your home NOT “Move in Ready” to the prospective buyer. So your realtor suggests a listing price far below your expectations. Don’t shoot your realtor they’re pretty familiar with this situation.

Is it all Bad News? “No, for those

homeowners who have remodeled their Kitchens and Bathrooms, they are getting top dollar when selling their homes” says John Hogan, owner of Roswell’s Remodeling Expo Center, “families are fleeing the City of Atlanta and paying top dollar for move-in ready homes in North Atlanta.

It’s all about the schools. Remodeling Expo Center has been assisting homeowners for 16 years with exactly this issue.

The Rule of 1.5. When a prospective buyer assesses the value of your home they will apply the Rule of 1.5 to any room that requires remodeling, that is if they don’t just pass on your home.

For example, if they believe a new kitchen will be $40k, they will discount your home by $40k times 1.5 or $60K. Same goes with the master bathroom. So you can see how brutal the Rule of 1.5 can be for the homeowner. This really hits home when offers come in very low or the realtor suggests successive listing price drops.

So what’s the answer? First and foremost, don’t postpone remodeling to when you’re about to sell, because you won’t get to live and enjoy it.

Secondly, remodel the rooms that will show the strongest return on your investment and thirdly, do it in a style that most people would enjoy.

Remodeling Expo Center has been partnering with homeowners and realtors for decades to make “the home” not only functional, but a performing investment vehicle. “That house sold in 24 hours and for over the asking price”.

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Selling your home while buying a new one Brought to you by –BILL RAWLINGS Senior Vice President & Managing Broker, North Atlanta Office Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty After living in your home for a few years, it may be time to move into a new one. Perhaps your company is transferring you to a new city, or maybe you have started a family and need more space — or maybe you are just ready to “move up” in the world. As frequently as people switch or “upgrade” homes, you would think the housing industry would have perfected a process for selling your home and buying a new one at the same time. However, while it is done successfully by millions, it does not happen easily. There are many moving parts in the equation. The following tips and techniques are commonly used to smooth out the process, and they can work for you, as well.

Make an offer with a contingency clause One of the most common strategies for simultaneous selling/buying is to make an offer on your new home with a contingency clause in the sales contract. The contingency clause says your purchase of the new home hinges on a successful sale of your current one.

Some sellers are reluctant to accept contingency offers. However, this can be a good option if the seller is not in a hurry, if the seller is motivated, if you can demonstrate that you are well-qualified and/ or if you can convince the seller that your home will sell in a reasonably quick amount of time.

Get a bridge loan You may not have to float two mortgages simultaneously. Many banks offer a bridge loan to qualified borrowers — a loan that enables you to own two homes simultaneously for a temporary amount Rawlings of time. It is a shortterm loan that is repaid when you sell your existing home, at which time you can switch to a new mortgage.

Price, stage and market your home to sell If your ability to afford your new home depends on the sale of the old one — especially in a contingency deal — the pressure is on to get your existing home sold as quickly as possible. Now is not the time for wishful thinking as to the price of your home. Make sure you price fairly but in a range that will make it attractive to buyers and decide how low you are willing to go on lower-than-listprice offers. Also, make sure the home is properly staged and have your agent embark on an aggressive marketing campaign to blast your listing across as many channels as possible.

Selling your home and buying a new one at the same time is not an easy task, but with patience and flexibility you can get it done. A seasoned, experienced agent can help the process immensely.

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Simplicity: Try using simple shutters for a pure, uncluttered effect to allow other beautiful features on the outside of your home to shine. It is in line with minimalism, where you incorporate clean, refreshing looks, while adding a nice touch to your decor.

To follow this trend, use shutters with sharp lines, minimal details and neutral colors. Here we will propose something like a flat panel shutter, and/ or a shutter with one large single panel, or even a board and batten style with no battens (horizontal pieces).

Lighten up: Color plays a big role in the overall appearance of your home, and while exterior shutters are typically dark colored, we’ve seen an uptick in lighter colored shutters. This works especially well when trying to modernize the look of an older building. Light colored walls, combined with shutters in a slightly darker hue seems to be the norm. Whites and greys works very well and is a trend that will be with us for a while.

Stick with the basics: Exterior shutters should never overpower the look of your house and not all homes lend itself to the exotic. There’s nothing wrong with some traditional Raised Panel style shutters or even Louvered shutters to give a traditional, formal house a neat and tidy look. Board

and Batten shutters works well on a house with a mix of exterior surfaces (brick and stone, or siding and shingles).

For Raised Panel style shutters, make sure the panels mimic the windows, for Louvers you can try a wider slat, and with Board and Batten shutters we see a trend to use more, but narrower Boards (vertical pieces).

Add flair and personality: Another subtle way of giving you home a one-of-a-kind appearance is to add custom cutouts to your shutters.

Let your home’s personality shine with just about any shape you can imagine, from stars and crescent moons to palm trees and hearts. Go bold and traditional with a full cutout, or subtle and interesting with only a small relief cut on the outside corner. This obviously only works on paneled or Board and Batten style shutters.

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Finding Your “Smart” Home Climate Control Voice perature control, there are Smart HVAC Systems and Smart Thermostats. Smart HVAC systems have built-in Internet capability and can be controlled directly without additional equipment. Smart Home Thermostats create “smart” systems by enabling remote temperature control via a mobile or Internet-connected device or voice-operated home automation system. Several leading manufacturers, including Fujitsu General America, offer Smart Systems as well as a Thermostat Converter, which can control their single and multizone Halcyon and Airstage heating and cooling systems using a third-party thermostat.

Boost Energy Efficiency, Lower Bills Up to 25 Percent Upgrading your system and installing a smart home thermostat can significantly reduce your utility expense.

The most energy-efficient heating and cooling products on the market, ductless mini-split systems, can save as much as 25 percent on your energy bill. Further, an efficiently controlled thermostat could save an additional 10 percent a year.

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(NAPSI)—“Alexa, lower my energy bill!” While it might not be quite that simple, did you know that now your home heating and cooling system can be controlled through a smart home device, such as Amazon Alexa? In fact, homeowners can combine “smart” home climate control technologies with the latest air-conditioning systems to significantly increase energy efficiency and take customized comfort to new levels.

With home cooling accounting for nearly half of all energy use, costing homeowners more than $11 billion each year, it’s clear why the American smart home marketplace is exploding. In fact, the industry is expected to reach $46.2 billion in 2018 and $112.8 billion by 2022. Household penetration is 32 percent and is predicted to reach 53 percent by 2022, with an annual growth rate of nearly 15 percent.

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What is a smart home? A home with Internet-connected “smart” products used to control, automate and optimize functions such as lighting, security, entertainment and temperature either remotely by a mobile device, smart speaker or separate home system.

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Customized Home Comfort Control Take control of your comfort. Most HVAC manufacturers offer apps that enable systems to be controlled from anywhere using a mobile device. Now, voice-control capability uses digital assistants, like Amazon Alexa, to verbally dictate home temperatures—“Alexa, set the living room temperature to 70 degrees.” For instance, Fujitsu offers a free FGLair app that enables Webactivated control via mobile devices and now voice-activated control via

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Luxury living at Wescott Located in the highly sought-after Lambert High School District, Wescott is the latest luxury home community offered by award-winning builder, Patrick Malloy Luxury Communities.

This luxurious enclave includes 61 homesites and top-notch amenities.

Once finished, this exclusive lifestyle will include a gated entry, tennis courts, playground, swimming pool with water feature, gazebo, spa and many more activities throughout the green spaces inside the community. The community clubhouse will serve as a gathering place for friends and neighbors to enjoy summer evenings while listening to children playing outdoors.

Located in affluent South Forsyth, Wescott’s location is idyllic for any family looking to live in award-winning Lambert High School. Rated one of the top high schools in the United States, it is located within walking distance and affords students a top-notch education along with Sharon Elementary and Riverwatch Middle Schools.

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SR Homes to Host Grand Opening, Model Unveiling at New Cumming Community Local builder announces upcoming celebration event at Montebello CUMMING, Ga. — On Saturday, September 15, 2018, Montebello, the newest signature community from SR Homes in Forsyth County, will celebrate its grand opening and model unveiling.

From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, September 15, attendees will enjoy Jim ‘N Nick’s BBQ and mimosa, appetizer and dessert stations. Kid-friendly activities include games, a face painter, bounce houses and live music. All attendees will also receive a special grand opening incentive and a chance to win prizes. SR Homes invites interested homebuyers to tour the newly decorated model homes at Montebello and explore the future amenities that make the community so unique, such as: • 3+ acre lake • Pool • Clubhouse for activities and social events • Activity and grilling lawns • Event and fitness flex area • Four lighted tennis courts Two Distinct Sections Montebello features two distinct sections: The Proper and The Grove. Featuring a mix of alleyway and traditional two-story homes with basement options available, The Proper is perfect for grow-

ing families, while The Grove boasts main-level living and ranch options, perfect for empty nesters, with lawn maintenance included. Homes will range from the $400,000s to $500,000s+.

As an added bonus, Montebello is also part of SR Homes’ exclusive smartTRAC® program providing the ultimate in home automation as standard.

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backdrop offers the serenity of mountain living, yet popular shopping, dining and entertainment options are all a short drive away via GA 400 and Highway 20, including excellent Forsyth County schools.

SR Homes is currently building in Phase I at Montebello, with new-home opportunities available in both The Grove and The Proper. Explore the possibilities at Montebello at the grand open-

ing event, including available customization options.

Montebello is located at 3160 Hurt Bridge Road in Cumming. To RSVP for the free Grand Opening Event, visit www.Montebello.RSVPify.com. For more information regarding the new Cumming homes available at Montebello, visit www.SRHomes.com/Montebello or contact Agent Cheyenne Harlan at 678252-2582.

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Week 3 football recap:

SPORTS

Lambert wins thriller, Denmark and Central improve to 2-0

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com Lambert 16, Gainesville 15 For the second straight week, Gainesville took a heartbreaking loss from a Forsyth County team. Lambert downed the Red Elephants Friday night in dramatic fashion.

Lambert quarterback Peyton Rich threw a touchdown pass with 3:32 left in the fourth quarter to give the Longhorns the 1-point advantage. They then looked to their defense who came up with a huge stop on fourth-and-16 in their own territory.

Lambert then ran out the clock to improve to 2-1 on the season.

North Forsyth earned a thrilling 2421 win over Gainesville on Aug. 24.

Denmark 39, North Springs 32 A week after earning their program’s first-ever victory, the Danes now have their first win streak. Denmark improved to 2-0 with a win over Class 5A’s North Springs Friday night on the road.

The Danes led 19-7 at the half, but tit-for-tat scoring in the third and fourth quarters kept North Springs within

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North Springs recovered an onside kick in the final minutes and drove to the Danes’ red zone. However, their comeback was iced when the Danes recovered a fumble with two minutes remaining With their unblemished record, the Danes will travel again on Sept. 7 to face intra-county foe Forsyth Central.

Forsyth Central 24, Cass 12 Forsyth Central improved to 2-0 with a win over Cass, their former region rivals, Friday night. It was the first meeting of the programs since 2015 when they both competed in Region 7-AAAAA. The Bulldogs scored the first 17 points and put the game away with a touchdown run in the final five minutes.

Forsyth Central’s win was their first consecutive victory since a three-game streak early in the 2016 season.

South Forsyth 36, Etowah 14 South Forsyth bounced back from its lopsided loss to Blessed Trinity with a win over fellow Class 7A opponent Etowah at home Friday night.

The contest was tied 7-7 in the second quarter before a string of unanswered scores from the War Eagles.

Daryn Rogers scored a rushing touchdown, Willian Botta kicked a field goal and Drew Morris connected with Mitchell Thompson to give South the 23-7

lead.

Etowah scored its final touchdown early in the third quarter before Rogers crossed the goal line again on the ground and Morris connected with Cameron Schurr to allow South to cruise to the win.

The War Eagles are 2-1 this season.

Hewitt-Trussville (AL) 38, West Forsyth 30 West Forsyth dropped to 0-2 after falling to Alabama’s Hewitt-Trussville in the Wolverines’ home-opener.

West trailed 17-14 at the half to one of Alabama’s top teams, but Stephon Bland scored on a 60-yard rush to put West on top early in the third.

After another score from the Huskies, Bland was back in the end zone on another long score. West added a field goal put the gap at 30-24 in their favor.

The Huskies took a 31-30 lead in the final minute of the third quarter and extending their lead midway through the fourth. They held on for the win after a late West Forsyth fumble.

West fell to 0-2 with the loss. They will look for their first win of the season against Roswell (2-0) on Sept. 7.

North Forsyth 42, Northview 21 After a back-and-forth first half, North Forsyth pulled away from Northview, its former region rivals, Friday night at home.

North put up 268 yards rushing, led

by Honus Wagner (119 yards) and quarterback Carter Mullikan (110 yards).

Northview and the Raiders exchanged scores throughout three quarters.

Northview tied the game at 21-21

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with a 71-yard pass from quarterback Beau Larkin, but Mullikan quickly put the Raiders back in the lead with a 64yard rushing score.

The Titans turned the ball over on downs twice in the fourth and Mullikan, Wagner and Nicky Dalmolin had rushing scores to improve the Raiders record to 2-1.

Northview (1-1) will now turn its attention to region play. The Titans open their region slate of games against crosstown rivals Chattahoochee on Sept. 7.

Mount de Sales 21, Pinecrest Academy 16 Pinecrest fell to 0-2 Friday night with a loss at home to Mount de Sales. It is the 13th straight on-field loss for the Paladins.

Pinecrest had its only lead of the game, 9-7, in the second quarter before Mount de Sales scored two unanswered touchdowns in the third.

Though the Paladins found the end zone in the fourth, they could not overcome the margin.

The Paladins play their final nonregion game on Sept. 7 against Athens Christian.

Milton 42, Cardinal Gibbons (FL) 17 Milton made the most of hosting the inaugural Freedom Bowl and blasted Florida’s Cardinal Gibbons, one of the top-ranked teams in the nation, in front of the Eagle faithful.

The Eagles began their scoring with a blocked punt returned for a touchdown, and two rushing scores from Joshua Edwards put the game at 28-10 in the third quarter.

Edwards continued his scoring later in the quarter with another touchdown rush as the Eagles defense held Cardinal Gibbons to a single score midway through the period.

Milton’s win continued its undefeated start to the season in another spotlight game.

Milton is off to its first 3-0 start since 2013.

Providence Christian 14, King’s Ridge 9 King’s Ridge dropped to 0-2 Friday night at home with their loss to Providence Christian, the first meeting between the programs.

King’s Ridge forced a safety in the second quarter and added a touchdown from Christian Smith, in the fourth, but could not overcome the 14-9 gap.

After a bye week, the Tigers will kick off their region schedule against defending Region 6-A champions Mount Paran on Sept. 14.

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Beach talks business, transit to South Forsyth Middle students

By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Though they’re years from a diploma, students at South Forsyth Middle School packed a room recently to learn about their future in business.

Speaking to the Future Business Leaders of America Club Aug. 30, state Sen. Brandon Beach told students rapid growth will translate to business growth if we solve our transportation problems.

Beach represents District 21 in the Georgia Senate, an area covering portions of Cherokee and Fulton counties. He is also chairman of the Transportation Committee, so he spent most of his time talking about the future of transit in Georgia.

“We’ve grown so fast, but we haven’t built as many roads as are needed, but that’s being worked on,” he said. “You’ll see a lot of orange barrels out because we have addressed transportation with a bill about two years ago that helped us become less dependent of our federal program and build our own roads ourselves.”At the heart of improving transportation is being able to improve business, Beach said.

“I’m a very pro-business legislator,”

he said. “I want to make sure we create that climate where we can grow jobs and you can have opportunities. I can tell you, thanks to your teachers here you’ll be prepared to either go to college or a technical college or a business. You can do what you want to do.”

He told students they need to find what they are passionate about, then pursue it. He realized his own passion for public service while in college after witnessing corrupt politicians in his home state of Louisiana.

Lawmakers there took lottery money that was meant to be reinvested into education, but instead put it toward projects they wanted to do, he said.

When Beach returned home his junior year of college, a major business left New Orleans and took 5,000 jobs with it.

“When I graduated, I didn’t have an opportunity to stay in New Orleans,” he said. “I didn’t want my daughter or son to have to leave here and go find a job elsewhere. If they wanted to move, I would support them 100 percent. But if they came to me and said, ‘dad, I want to live in Forsyth County and North Fulton, but I don’t have any job opportunities.’ Then shame on me.”

At the state level, lawmakers work

hard to make sure students have plenty of chances post-graduation, he said.

“The things I worry most about that keep me up at night are infrastructure such as transportation and transit, an educated workforce and 21st century infrastructure making sure we have the right fiber optics in the ground,” Beach said.

“We have to make sure we have the right technology and infrastructure in place so we can grow jobs in the technology sector.”

For the past eight years, Beach has been working on a bill that passed this spring that created regional transit governance and a funding structure called The Atlanta-region Transit Link Authority, or The ATL. Communities may raise local sales taxes by up to 1 percent for up to 30 years to pay for construction and operations by voter approval.

Additionally, the adopted state budget includes $100 million in bonds for transit that would not have been available without the legislation’s passage.

The authority is charged with developing a regional transit plan for a 13-county area, including Forsyth and Fulton, and then coordinating existing and future transit service in that region.

Currently, there is a fragmented system for transit from MARTA, the Georgia

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This will help us from a business standpoint when competing with companies.

Every time companies want to come here, they talk about transit.”

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Coroner, mental health officials dispel myths about suicide

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, yet it remains one of the most difficult topics to discuss for many.

That radio silence, even with good intentions, can cause more harm than good. Dozens of residents met at Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church Aug. 30 to broach the topic, better understand it and dispel some of the common misconceptions about suicide.

“In the absence of meaningful talks, suicide myths have evolved,” said Dr. Rachel Geller, associate medical examiner for the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office.

These myths can cause people to overlook signs or not consider that a loved one is considering suicide, she added. Geller along with Dr. Jan Gorniak, the chief medical examiner, examined autopsy data from Fulton County and hundreds of survey data they received from questionnaires about some of the most common myths. The session covered questions regarding suicide rates among different demographics, common methods, suicide notes and messages and timing.

The youngest age a person may be considered a suicide and the average age of a suicide in Fulton County was perhaps the most shocking for the crowd.

Most survey respondents said teenage years were the youngest a person could be considered a suicide and the average age of victims was 27.7 years old. But the youngest victim of suicide Gorniak said she had worked on was an 8 year old. And it’s not that uncommon, she added.

The average age of suicide in Fulton County is 43.9 years old, Geller said.

The rates of suicide among different age group are pretty consistent from 21-60

years old, before dipping down and spiking again in the 90s.

The weapon of choice in most cases across all demographics, Geller said, are firearms.

That includes women.

Geller and Gorniak’s survey data showed over 80 percent of respondents said overdose was the most common method of suicide for women. In fact, the majority of female suicide cases that end in death in Fulton County involved a firearm. Overdoses account for 28 percent. As this is autopsy data, it does not include attempted suicides.

Several mental health professionals from Summit Counseling Center also spoke about the topic and fielded questions from attendees.

One of their main messages was to take any remark hinting about suicide seriously and that talking about suicide will not plant the idea in someone’s head. On the contrary, talking about suicide can actually help lower the risk, they said.

Fulton County Schools is also partnering with Summit Counseling Center to add more mental health professionals in its schools. Currently, schools that offer help from Summit Counseling include Alpharetta, Centennial, Chattahoochee, Johns Creek, Milton and North View high schools.

A texting program that can connect students with mental health professionals is also in the works.

“We all have to be engaged,” said Fulton County Commissioner Bob Ellis.

“There are hard issues that aren’t going away, but they can get better.”

“If we talk about it, we can save lives,” Gorniak said.

This discussion was part of a series of meetings by the North Fulton Mental Health Collaborative. To learn about future meetings and events, visit facebook. com/NFMHC.

Julia Grochowski/Herald

Dozens of people gathered at Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church in Johns Creek Aug. 30 to hear representatives from the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office speak about common myths about suicide. The symposium was part of the North Fulton Mental Health Collaborative. Mental health professionals also spoke about suicide prevention methods and resources.

Resources September is widely recognized as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.

Anyone who is or knows someone who is struggling with a crisis or is at risk of suicide is urged to reach out for help.

Possible warning signs vary from individual to individual but can include: • Feeling hopeless, overwhelmed, trapped or like a burden • Reckless behavior, including increased use of drugs or alcohol • Isolation • Sleeping too much or too little • Loss of interest, especially in activities they once enjoyed • Giving away prized possessions and saying goodbyes The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-8255, is toll-free, confidential and always open.

The deaf or hard of hearing can contact the lifeline at 1-800-799-4889.

People can also text 741741.

More crisis services and suicide information can be found at suicidepreventionlifeline.org, thetrevorproject.org and veteranscrisisline.net. Local resources can be found at northfulton.com.

DEATH NOTICES Rodney M. Barrier, 85, of Roswell, passed away August 25, 2018.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Blanca I. Davila, 78, of Roswell, passed away August 25, 2018. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Brenda B. Mansell, 73, of Cumming, passed away August 24, 2018.

Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Millie Schreier, 85, of Roswell, passed away August 19, 2018. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Vera Berlinger, 89, of Alpharetta, passed away August 25, 2018.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

William Forrest Jenkins, 65, of Roswell, passed away on August 26, 2018. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

LTC (Ret.) Marvin Jackson, 92, of Cumming passed away August 22, 2018.

Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home.

Hanzhen Xu, 53, of Roswell, passed away August 22, 2018. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Adrian L. Brewster, 50, of Cumming passed away August 20, 2018.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Marilyn J. Mohrhaus, 71, of Roswell, passed away August 13, 2018.

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Miscellaneous

Wanted to Buy

HEAR AGAIN! Try our hearing aid for just $75 down and $50 per month! Call 800-426-4212 and mention 88272 for a risk free trial! FREE SHIPPING!

ADVERTISE to 10 Million Homes across the USA! Place your ad in over 140 community newspapers, with circulation totaling over 10 million homes.

Contact Independent Free Papers of America IFPA at danielleburnett-ifpa@live.com or visit our website cadnetads. com for more information

KILL ROACHESGUARANTEED! Harris Roach Tablets, Sprays, Traps, Concentrate. Available: Hardware Stores, Home Depot, homedepot.com

Air Conditioning Air Plus Co Inc.

Cleaning Services

If you’re over 50, you can get coverage for about $1 a day* Keep your own dentist! You can go to any dentist you want NO annual or lifetime cap on the cash benefits you can receive NO wait for preventive care and no deductibles – you could get a checkup tomorrow Coverage for over 350 procedures including cleanings, exams, fillings, crowns…even dentures

Miscellaneous for Sale

AC/Heating

24/7 Service Service / Installation Affordable Rates Residential / Commercial Will Beat all written estimates 30 yrs. exp.

Licensed and Insured Call Steve 678-270-8108 (cell)

Insurance

Were you an INDUSTRIAL TRADESMAN (machinist/ boilermaker/pipefitter etc) and recently diagnosed with LUNG CANCER? You may be entitled to a SIGNIFICANT CASH AWARD. Risk free consultation! 877-781-1769

SERVICE DIRECTORY

Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests.

Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201

ADVERTISE HERE! Call 770-442-3278 or email us at classifieds@appenmediagroup.com

PROFESSIONAL RESIDENTIAL Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly. No jobs refused!

Free estimates. 100% guaranteed. Good references. Years of exp. Special discounts available! 404-454-2063, 678-886-2718 ESTATE HOME CLEAN UP Divorcing? Loved one going into senior care?

Specialized detailed cleaning, packing boxes with list of items. Debris clean-up, charity donation, interior/exterior window cleaning, pressure washing. Loving Hands

by JW and Company Inc. 678-463-4577. jennifer@ jwcompanyinc.com

Concrete/Asphalt

WE FIX UGLY DRIVEWAYS AND PATIOS.

$150 OFF any job over $1500 New or Repair: Driveways, patios, sidewalks, walls.

Residential or Commercial.

Call for FREE estimate.

Ask for Dave McKemey.

678-648-2010.

Professional, competitive, many local references.

Deck

CALL 470-222-8469 TO LIST YOUR BUSINESS IN THE SERVICE DIRECTORY TODAY!

OUTBACK DECK INC Composite decks/ Hardwood decks/Porches by design.

Life Happens-Outback!

If you can dream it,we can build it!

678-262-4113 OutBackDeck.net

Driveway

Handyman

REPAIR or REPLACEMENT Driveways, patios, sidewalks, walls. $150 off any job over $1500. Residential or Commercial. For a FREE estimate call Dave of McKemey Concrete and Hardscapes 678-9142576. Competitive pricing.

Many local references

RELIABLE HOME REPAIRS: 22 years experience.

References. Electrical, plumbing, carpentry, wood rot repair, siding, painting, pressure washing. Free estimates!

770-605-0340

Electricians Anything electrical including new installs, repairs, designs, consulting, troubleshooting & wi-fi cameras for all your security needs. Terry @770-449-4959

Flooring Install/Repairs: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl Wood floors, Backsplashes, and Shower surrounds. Carpet wrinkles removed! Call today for estimate! 706429-4453 PHILLIPS FLOORING Hardwood, laminate, carpet & tile installation and repairs. We do tile floors, showers, tub surrounds and kitchen back-splashes.

Re-grouting is also available. Call 678-8871868 for free estimate.

Kitchen,

Bath:

Plumbing, Electrical Drywall; Other Repairs/ Installations.

Home Maintenance.

Senior discounts and affordable rates! 20 years experience.

Mike 678-986-4833 TRS HANDYMAN SERVICES Carpentry, Painting, Electrical and MORE Excellent References.

Call Tanner, 404-907-7646 or email swayne.tanner28@gmail. com FREE ESTIMATES

Haulers

Bush Hogging, Clearing, Grading, Hauling, Etc. Call Ralph Rucker

404-494-6296

finelineflooringllc.com Gutters AARON’S ALL-TYPE GUTTERS Repaired and Installed. Covers, siding, soffit, facia. www.aaronsgutters.com. Senior citizen discount! 770-934-2766

Handyman ALL CARPENTRY & REPAIRS: Roof Leaks, Wood Rot Repair, Siding, Deck Repairs and Refinishing, Painting, Doors/Windows. Excellent References. 404-895-0260

RAS Landscaping and Wall Construction Company

Capable of doing your job – grading, hauling and tree service.

Ralph Rucker

678-898-7237 Pinestraw PINESTRAW, mulch delivery/installation available.

Firewood available.

Licensed, insured. Angels of Earth Pinestraw and Mulch. 770831-3612.

Roofing

Many local referencesInstall & refinish hardwood floors; laminate; LVT vinyl tile.

14 years experience.

Landscaping

678-898-7237 Home Improvement Phillips Home Improvement We offer drywall, painting, carpentry, plumbing and electrical.

Basements finished, kitchen and bath rehabs. All types flooring.

Also total home rehab for those who have a rental house or one to sell. Call 678-887-1868 for a free estimate

STORM DAMAGE. Free roof inspections. All major insurance companies.

Licensed, insured. Hunter Roofing; Herb 404-4340838

Tree Services 404Cuttree. One of the most experienced and reliable tree companies in North Atlanta. Perfect reviews and reliable, professional, and honest service.

Free quotes.

Fully insured. 770Tree. com 678-506-0006 Yellow Ribbon Tree. Near perfect reviews and awardwinning service. Hands on owner. Free estimates and insured. 770Tree.com 770-744-2200 and ask for Gary.

Finegan Home Improvements LLC: License #RBQA004932.

Remodeling, handyman.

32 years experience.

Basements finished, decks, screen porches, doors, drywall, painting, flooring, custom kitchens, bathrooms. All insurance.

Paul Finegan 404-3535611

Complete tree removal.

BUY IT! SEL IT! FIND IT!

RAS Cutting Services Call Ralph

IT’S IN THE CLAS IFIEDS! TO PLACE YOUR AD CAL 7 0-4 2-3278

678-898-7237

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