Forsyth Herald — September 19, 2019

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Sheriff addresses fears over shooting range

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Public hearing set for county budget

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Charity helps woman get through rough spot

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Forsyth observes 9/11 in different ways Members of Forsyth County first responders and service members enjoy a meal and fellowship at a special Patriots Day observance hosted at Billy Howell Ford in Cumming for the eighth straight year. Local students also pitched in at the event to show their gratitude for emergency personnel.

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By DENISE RAY denise@appenmediagroup.com DAWSON COUNTY, Ga. — A four-vehicle accident which injured two people and resulted in a minor chemical spill shut down traffic on Dawsonville Highway just north of the Forsyth County line in the early morning hours of Sept. 10.

Authorities said the accident in Dawson County was caused when an eastbound vehicle, driven by Pamela B. Russell, 64, of Gainesville crossed the centerline, sideswiping a commercial truck carrying petroleum-based ammonium nitrate. The driver of the truck lost control and overturned.

Russell then allegedly sideswiped another car and collided with a third vehicle.

The truck spilled about five gallons of petroleum-based ammonium nitrate

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Deputies arrest man on multiple charges CUMMING, Ga. — An Alpharetta man was arrested Aug. 26 on numerous charges including DUI, hit and run, driving without a valid license, failure to maintain lane and possession of an open container of alcohol.

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product, according to Dawson County Fire and EMA Director Danny Thompson.

At a later press conference, Thompson stressed that without other elements interacting with the chemical, it was not a threat to ignite.

RUSSELL Earlier reports described the explosive as dynamite.

“I know there’s been a lot of talk on social media that it’s dynamite,” Thompson said. “This product’s actually used in lieu of dynamite, and has been for about the last 15-20 years, because it’s very safe in transportation and just it’s general usage.”

He said the chemical is commonly used in mining and rock quarries and was headed to Marble Hill in Pickens County.

It requires several different elements for it to become that explosive component, Thompson said.

The truck is owned by Austin Powder Company, out of Gainesville.

The accident occurred less than 10 miles from Chestatee Elementary School on Keith Bridge Road.

“No, the accident didn’t impact the school or transportation,” Jennifer Caracciolo, wrote in an email.

Forsyth County School Transportation was aware of the situation but the accident was far enough away that it did not impact operations, Michael Satterfield, Director of Transportation for Forsyth County Schools said.

Georgia State Patrol arrested Russell and charged her with driving under the influence and failure to maintain lane.

She bonded out of the Dawson County Adult Detention Center later that day.

he’d been hit and learning that he had, she followed the suspect in her vehicle, to a trailer park. The suspect attempted to turn around and leave the area, but the witness and victim blocked his vehicle.

Deputies said the victim reported that the suspect offered him money and asked that he not call authorities. When deputies questioned the suspect, he admitted to them that he had been in an accident. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, slurred speech, bloodshot and watery eyes and a staggering gait while in their presence. He was arrested and transported to the Forsyth County Jail.

stop. The Cumming woman did not yield to the officer but pulled into the parking lot of a local elementary school where she informed the deputy she was there to pick up her child. After performing poorly on field sobriety evaluations and a K9 search of the vehicle gave a positive alert, the driver was arrested for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Her husband came to recover the vehicle and child.

Mother arrested for DUI, failure to maintain lane CUMMING, Ga. — A Toyota Camry was observed taking off from a red light at Old Atlanta Road and Nichols Road in Suwanee at an aggressive speed Aug. 28.

The driver of the vehicle was observed unable to maintain their lane, and local law enforcement attempted to initiate a traffic

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Authorities discover drugs in unrelated traffic stops CUMMING, Ga. — A deputy observed a tan Nissan Maxima travelling on Pea Ridge Road with a missing license plate and a non-illuminated taillight Aug. 30.

Upon further investigation, the female driver and male passenger were found to be in possession of methamphetamine, possession of a scheduled 1 controlled substance and possession of marijuana (less than 1 ounce). Both the driver and passenger are from Gainesville. They were taken into custody and transferred to the Forsyth County Jail.

In a separate incident, the 24-year old female driver of a 2008 Hyundai Accent was found to be in possession of amphetamine and methamphetamine.

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Auto break-in reported at Haw Creek Park CUMMING, Ga. — A Cumming woman reported someone had burglarized her 2002 F-250 Ford truck while she was walking in Haw Creek Park around 2:30 p.m. Sept. 1. The deputy noticed damage

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Forsyth County to hold public hearing for 2020 spending plan Residents can comment on $150 million budget

BY PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County will hold a public hearing Oct. 3 for its proposed 2020 operating budget, a spending plan that adds employees and services for one of the state’s fastest growing populations.

The overall cost of running the county government is anticipated to be $150 million, an 8.5 percent increase from this year’s adopted budget. This General Fund spending includes most departmental costs and the services they provide in day-to-day operations.

Some notable increases in spending for 2020 include Parks and Recreation, up 7.5 percent from this year to $10.9 million, and libraries, up 8.2 percent to $7.1 million.

Part of the spending increase is the result of adding employees.

Paying for all of these government services comes from several sources.

The lion’s share of revenue — about

$60 million — will come from property taxes. Collections are expected to be up by about 11 percent over last year thanks in large part to the growth in property values over last year.

The county assesses property at a tax rate of 7.936 mills, which it set back in July. One mill costs a homeowner $1 for each $1,000 of their home’s taxable value.

Each mill brings in $12.3 million in property taxes to county coffers.

Fees, fines and sales tax revenue makes up most of the remainder of the revenue the county expects to collect to fund the 2020 budget.

County Manager Eric Johnson said rhetorical whispers of a looming recession hasn’t escaped the budget planning process. He said he has asked the Finance Department to examine the budget for possible adjustments that could be made to absorb a decline in revenues in the case of an economic downturn.

Ericson also said he plans to alert department heads soon to examine their own operations and come up with costcutting strategies.

“What I’d like to do for the next budget process is to ask every department and agency to explain how they’ve

looked at the opportunities for efficiencies,” he said. “We can save money not just because there’s a recession, but because we look at ways to do business cheaper and with the same quality.”

Already, the county is looking at cost-cutting initiatives by installing LED traffic signals which lower the cost of maintenance dramatically over time, Ericson said. Another avenue to cost savings, he said, might be to begin replacing some of the county’s vehicle fleet with electric-powered vehicles, which would reduce operational costs by more than 75 percent.

“One of the things we need to do is look at places where we can make an upfront investment that will pay off over an extended period of time,” Ericson said.

County Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills raised the point that some of the county’s revenue is collected through impact fees assessed against new developments that will require county services. She pointed out that with the recent annexations of property by the City of Cumming, the county would not receive any impact fees for development of that land. Yet, she added, the county would still be required to service the ten-

ants or residents occupying the sites.

She said she wanted to break down the amount of time and resources, for example, the sheriff’s office devoted to performing services in the City of Cumming.

“With us doing a lot of their policing, doing all of their investigations, everything after 11 p.m., housing all their prisoners, doing their radar — the list goes on and on,” Jones Mills said. “I don’t think in the past that our sheriff’s office has broken down those costs. I don’t know if we know how to break those down. I personally think we need to break those down specifically.”

The budget presentation will be part of the County Commission’s regular meeting, which starts at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 3, at the Forsyth County Administration Building.

County staff are also in the process of creating a Capital Improvement Program to present to the Board of Commissioners later this year. Capital projects, one-time expenses like vehicles or replacement roofs, are funded independent of the operations budget, often with surplus funds from the prior year or sales tax or bond revenues.

Sheriff tells residents firearms range will be no disruption

By DENISE RAY denise@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — Forsyth County Sheriff Ron Freeman met with county residents to communicate information regarding a proposed training facility in the northwest part of the county.

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for you as Forsyth County residents.”

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners accepted the land for the training facility as a donation from Advanced Disposal, operators of Eagle Point Landfill back in July. According to the deed, Freeman said, the land is to be used for the sole purpose of public safety training which could include other first responders.

Any other uses would cause the property to revert to Advanced Disposal.

Phase 1 of the plan will consist of a 150-yard rifle range, a 130-yard pistol range and an open area currently designated for cars, and will be professionally done, according to Freeman. An obstacle course for SWAT team members is under consideration.

Design specifications include 20-person shooting lanes as opposed to the traditional 12.

Phase 2 and 3 would be a classroom and potentially a simulator, respectively.

There will be fencing and signage as means to prevent the public from entering the area.

He added that the facility will be located near the former Forsyth Countyowned landfill but never used to store trash. It is a former mining site and is “useless to them” he added.

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Forsyth County Sheriff Ron Freeman hosted a town hall meeting Sept. 10 to inform citizens about a proposed public safety training facility in northwest Forsyth. “We want to be good neighbors,” he told the crowd.

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Task force makes 24 arrests on sex crime charges

By DENISE RAY denise@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga.—Twenty-four people were arrested as a result of an undercover investigation coordinated by local authorities.

“Operation Just Cause” was a fourday operation directed by the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office High Technology Crime unit that began Sept. 5 and resulted in the arrest of 23 men and 1 woman on sex crimes including computer or electronic pornography and human trafficking.

Two of the individuals were registered sex offenders.

According to the sheriff’s office, additional charges may be forthcoming.

“The goal of Operation Just Cause was to arrest persons who communicate with children online and then travel to meet them for the purpose of having sex,” a statement from the sheriff’s office said. “Additionally, the operation targeted those that are willing to exploit children by purchasing sex with a minor.”

Thirteen additional law enforcement agencies participated in “Operation Just Cause” as members of the Georgia ICAC Task Force. The agencies assisting in the operation included: Johns CreekAlpharetta-Forsyth County Drug Task Force, Alpharetta Police Department, Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, Coweta County Sheriff’s Office, Floyd County Police Department, GBI, GBI-Georgia Information Sharing and Analysis Center, Gwinnett County Police Department, Hall County Sheriff’s Office, Johns Creek Police Department, Lilburn Police Department, Roswell Police Department and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Online child predators visit chat rooms and websites on the internet, find children, begin conversations with them,

Those arrested ranged in age from 19 to 65, traveled from areas around north Georgia and other states with the alleged intent to meet a child for sex, officials said. introduce sexual content and arrange a meeting with the children for the purpose of having sex.

Over the course of the operation, a number of cases were established that met the threshold for arrest, and 24 resulted in arrests.

Those arrested ranged in age from 19 to 65, traveled from areas around north Georgia and other states with the alleged intent to meet a child for sex, officials said.

One of the individuals that was arrested was in possession of suspected illegal drugs.

Thirty-one mobile phones were seized as evidence during the operation. One person identified in the operation was a current state prisoner in the Department of Corrections system using an illegally possessed phone smuggled inside the prison, according to the statement.

During the multi-day operation, investigators had numerous exchanges with subjects on various social media or internet platforms. In many of the interactions, the subject initiated contact with someone whom they believed to be a minor (but who was actually an undercover agent) and directed the conversation toward sex. In some of those cases, the subject introduced obscene or lewd content, often exposing the “minor” to pornography or requesting the child take

nude or pornographic images for them.

Although some websites promote themselves as being for “adults-only” it is not uncommon for law enforcement to work cases in which children access these sites, establish profiles claiming to be older, and then find themselves vulnerable to victimization. Several subjects were identified as communicating simultaneously with multiple investigators posing as minors, according to the sheriff’s report.

The suspects arrested and charged in Forsyth County were: Robert Harley Martin, 38, Dahlonega; Erik Delgado, 26, Gainesville, Ga.; Alan Thomas Bryant, 40, Murrayville, Ga; Kyle Alexander Williams, 32, Stone Mountain; Roger Kyle Nicholson; 44, Gainesville, Ga.; Jacob Perry Yeamans, 61, Madison, Wisc.; Rene Mauricio Posada; 29; Marietta; Jackson Cain Butler, 20, Calhoun, Ga.; John Andrew Odell, 40, Cumming; Michael Keith Coker, 29, Augusta State Prison; Richard Edward Hazelwood, 49, Roswell, Ga.; Johnathon Dale Butler, 25, Palmall, Tenn.; Mackenzi Faye Stinson, 19, Palmall, Tenn., Mahesh Kumar Saroj, 35, Alpharetta; Christopher Scott Taylor, 29, Cumming; Joseph Ryan Lisnock, 22, Gainesville, Ga.; Dylan Blair Nessmith, 23, Johns Creek; Austin Wayne Rhodes, 22, Alpharetta; Daniel

Dennis Rogan, 47, Witchita, Kan.; Jason Lee McIntyre, 35, Gainesville, Ga,; Gavin Austen Peppers, 21, Bowman, Ga; Jimmy Webster Roy, 21, Gainesville, Ga.; Anthony Christian Ceja, 23, Lawrenceville; Steven Charles Vinnenberg, 65, Cumming.

The Georgia ICAC Task Force is comprised of over 230 local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, other related criminal justice agencies and prosecutor’s offices. The mission of the ICAC Task Force, created by the U. S. Department of Justice and managed and operated by the GBI in Georgia, is to assist state and local law enforcement agencies in developing an effective response to cyber enticement and child pornography cases.

This support encompasses forensic and investigative components, training and technical assistance, victim services, prevention and community education.

Arrests made by the Georgia ICAC Task Force have been steadily increasing over the last 3 years. In 2014, the Georgia ICAC Task Force made 196 arrests. In 2015, it made 244 arrests in 2015, and in 2016, it made 340 arrests. In 2017, the organizatioon made 350 arrests.

The Georgia ICAC Task Force has made over 2,000 arrests since its inception in 2002.

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Suspect arrested in stabbing death CUMMING, Ga. — A Mount Airy man was found stabbed at a northeast Forsyth residence in the early hours of Sept. 8.

Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office arrested Jesus Olvera Gonzalez, 40, of Habersham Olvera County, and charged Gonzalez him with murder in connection with the incident.

The deceased has been identified at Jesus Gilberto Arizaga, 20, of Mount Airy.

According to Cpl. Doug Rainwater of the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office, local fire and law enforcement personnel received a 911 call in reference to

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a person stabbed at a residence in the 5600 block of Archer Drive in northeast Forsyth County.

Upon arrival, deputies located Arizaga inside the house deceased with stab wounds.

At the same time, occupants of the home identified Gonzalez as an adult male suspect.

Gonzalez is being held in the Forsyth County jail without bond.

Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Detectives, along with Crime Scene Investigators are investigating the incident to determine a relationship between the two men as well as events leading up to the stabbing.

Arizaga will be buried in Mexico.

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Forsyth couple pleads not guilty to multiple theft, fraud charges Watson’s Guide Service accused him Forsyth County residents, Bradley of fraudulent boat sale and investment Shane Watson and his wife, Pamela Jo deals across the state. In October 2018, Watson, entered a plea of not guilty in Watson was later brought up on adForsyth County Superior Court Sept. ditional charges as more alleged victims 10. came forward.

The couple were formally charged The couple has been implicated in with multiple counts of theft by taking, fraud and deception charges in Altheft by conversion and deposit account pharetta, Atlanta, Cumming, Gainesville, fraud for allegedly unlawfully taking Marietta, Roswell and St. Simons Island, more than $235,000 from seven victims, Ga., Aiken, S.C. and Lumberton, N.C. between February 2016 and December Watson is charged with 10 counts 2017.

EVENT DETAILS EVENT DETAILS of theft by taking, seven counts of theft Court records indicate the pair enby deception and one count each of tered their plea on Sept. 6. theft by Bradley Watson, 51, was arrested DAY, MONTH 00TH • 3PM - conversion 5PM and deposit account fraud locally, according to court docuin July 2018 after Forsyth County ments.

Sheriff’s Office detectives conducted an Forsyth County Court records also investigation after customers of Shane show that Watson had been the subject of a civil lawsuit involving Carolina Skiff, a Waycross, Ga., boat manufacturer which accuses him of breach of contract, unjust enrichment and fraud.

Carolina Skiff claims Watson failed to promote or purchase two boats and instead sold them the day after entering into a marketing agreement. Carolina Skiff also claims Watson deceived the company into contributing to a nonexistent charity.

Pamela J. Watson, 51, was arrested by the law enforcement agencies in Forsyth and Walton counties on similar charges in July 2018 including nine counts of theft by taking and one count of deposit account fraud.

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Forsyth woman relieved by local charity during unemployment

BY ADAM DARBY adam@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Amy Weaver, a 41-year-old single mother of three teenage children, moved to Forsyth County from Kansas City, Mo., last November, hoping to start fresh after accepting a new position in Atlanta as a human resources manager. While parenting her own children, she was also responsible for taking care of her friend’s three teenage daughters for two years leading up to the move. Arriving with the intent to rent before securing a permanent home, complications arose once she made the transition. In February, she lost her job.

“I moved in an effort to keep my children and myself safe from an abusive ex-husband,” Weaver said. “Shortly after moving, I went to a salon for waxing and the next day noticed an infection on both of my legs. Right after Christmas, I ended up in the hospital for eight days.

I missed nearly a month of work from being ill. I was in borderline liver failure.

I was fired for attendance; I was still in my 90-day probation period.”

Weaver was unsure of how she would feed six children and pay rent after moving halfway across the coun-

try away from family. Even with a master’s degree in business administration with an emphasis on human resources, she still struggled to find work. She quickly applied for food stamps and took a temporary delivery job paying little more than minimum wage while searching for another human resources position. As time went by, she struggled to find a way to make ends meet.

With the food stamp application taking months to process, she searched online for dependable food pantries in Cumming. It was then when she found The Place of Forsyth County off of Antioch Road.

“Children are expensive, food stamps are great, but they take a long time to get and don’t cover basic necessities like toilet paper, shampoo, laundry soap…” said Weaver. “I showed up, told them [The Place of Forsyth County] my situation, filled out a couple of forms, provided proof of residency, and they sent me home with food. I think The Place is an amazing organization focused on helping those in need without judgement or the process of humiliation used by the state institutions that grant food stamps.”

Originally founded in 1975 by four Dominican nuns, The Place of Forsyth

County provides residents with clothing, food, financial assistance and child tutoring services. Since August 2015, The Place has maintained a workforce development initiative to help unemployed and underemployed members of the community secure job opportunities.

Just this year, over 1,800 households have used their food pantry and over 300 have received financial assistance.

When President and CEO Joni Smith heard Weaver’s story, she informed her of the many services extending past their food pantry.

“We first heard of Amy’s situation when she reached out to our office for assistance… Here was a single mother, trying to work, but because of an unexpected emergency the rug was being pulled out from under her. We were confident that with the right assistance and encouragement, she would be back on track,” Smith said. “As part of our service model we try to ensure that all food pantry customers learn about the other services we provide, and we try to ensure that everyone who comes to The Place for financial assistance knows about our market pantry.”

Throughout the pending food stamp application, The Place provided Weaver and her children with bread, dairy

products, fresh produce, meat and canned goods, but the nonprofit did not stop there. After Weaver exhausted her savings funds, The Place not only paid the additional $700 needed for rent, but they also assisted in securing her with a new human resources position that allowed her to land back on her feet professionally and financially.

In June, she started her current position as a human resources manager.

Last month, her friend’s daughters were able to return back home to Kansas City. Weaver has nothing but gratitude for the assistance she received and urges anyone experiencing a similar situation to avoid giving up. Steady income came in time to purchase new school supplies for her teenagers and she is a few payments away from financial stability.

“Our new tag line is, ‘Where every person, dollar, and hour has a purpose.’

We want everyone who comes through our doors to know that no matter their current situation, they matter, they are important, they have a purpose,” Smith said. “With the generosity of our community, we are able to help our clients in their times of crisis, mitigate the effects of instability, and prevent a catastrophe from transpiring.”

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Man charged with operating lending firm without license CUMMING, Ga. — A Forsyth County man faces a felony charge after allegedly operating as a mortgage lender without proper licensing, authorities say.

The Georgia Department of Banking and Finance issued orders to cease and desist to KSN Enterprises, LLC and its owner, Kenneth Edward Neil.

Rod Carnes, deputy commissioner for non-depository financial institutions of the GBL, the orders were issued after the department obtained evidence that KSN Enterprises engaged in residential mortgage lending, servicing, and/or originating activities without a license or under an applicable exemption in violation of state law. The order was issued July 3.

Georgia law forbids any person to directly or indirectly make, originate, underwrite, hold, purchase, or service mortgage loans without a mortgage license or pursuant to an exemption from licensure.

It is also prohibited for any person to directly or indirectly control a person engaged in unlicensed activity, or to act as a general partner, executive officer, joint venturer, or director of such person.

It is also prohibited for any person knowingly to purchase, sell, or transfer a mortgage loan or loan application from or to an entity that is not licensed or exempt from licensing or registration provisions.

Neil is free on bond.

The business is located at 2540 Chattahoochee Lane in Cumming.

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returned for the white one and found the driver window up and the keys missing from the console.

Fingerprints from both vehicles were lifted.

Continued from Page 2 to the driver’s door, appearing as if someone had forced the lock. Missing were her Social Security card, driver’s license, apple Ipods and a debit card. After notifying her bank, the woman was informed of an attempt to use her card at a Kroger in Sandy Springs.

Lamborghinis targeted in attempted car theft CUMMING, Ga. — Officers responded to a call of two suspicious persons on Bethelview Road when a caller reported seeing two men running across into the parking lot of Pike’s Nursery Aug. 31. Upon arrival, deputies met a car transport driver who had arranged to drop off a vintage Ford nearby.

The driver offloaded a black Lamborghini URUS and a white 2019 Lamborghini URUS to get the Ford out. He stated to authorities that he parked both vehicles in parking spaces roughly 25 feet away, with the driver window down and keys in the center console. When he returned after removing the Ford, he noticed the ignition of both vehicles were on. He loaded the black URUS and

Burglar takes jewelry after ransacking house SUWANEE, Ga. — Authorities received a call from a Suwanee man Sept. 1 who reported that his house had been burglarized and ransacked. Deputies found evidence of forced entry through the kitchen window of the home. Security footage showed a person on the back deck at the time of the burglary and the homeowner provided a photo of the individual. The man said that more than $40,000 worth of jewelry and $6,000 cash were missing.

Stolen car involved in Cherokee accident CUMMING, Ga. — When a Cumming man received a phone call from local authorities inquiring about his vehicle Sept. 1, he quickly discovered it had been stolen from his carport. Officers informed him that the vehicle had been involved in a wreck in Cherokee County and the driver had fled the scene, abandoning the damaged car.

It was not clear whether or not the owner had left the keys in the vehicle or not.

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During September, Nothing Bundt Cakes will hold a “Give $3, Get Free” event, where for every $3 or more donation, guests will receive a free bundtlet on a future visit.

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So far, teams have raised more than $25,000, including from participation in the recent WSB Care-A-Thon. Nothing Bundt Cakes is looking to add another $15,000 to the efforts.

Participating bakeries will also hold block parties on Saturday Sept.

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The property consists of 17 acres of flat land with a 140-foot berm “which is fantastic” according to Freeman. A berm is a mound of soil often used to buffer noise and provide safety from bullets on firearm ranges.

Forsyth County paid for an environmental study at a cost of $ and a noise study at $ Freeman said the Oct. 2018 environmental study came back “perfect.”

“Actually the property is virgin…no contaminants, no excessive contaminants were found,” he said.

The initial noise study came back “pretty well” Freeman explained. Pistols and rifles used by his office would not violate noise ordinances. However, certain specialty weapons used by his office — SWAT rifles — are “really, really loud” and those “could be mitigated”.

“I have the ability to suppress those weapons,” Freeman explained. “If those guns cause a problem, I can take the noise away from them. You have my commitment that if those guns cause a

problem, that’s exactly what we’ll do.”

Every officer has a suppressor which is commonly known as a silencer although it does not completely silence the weapon, Freeman said.

There will be no usage of the facility on Sundays and citizen training classes might be held on Saturdays. Night training would be during late afternoon and with handguns in winter, Freeman assured attendees.

“Please do not think we’re going to be out there shooting at 10:30 at night, it’s not going to happen,” Freeman said.

Currently training is performed at training ranges in Hall, Cherokee and Pickens counties at a cost of more than $100,000 annually.

To build an indoor range would cost $4-7million. Using local businesses for training would cause their closure for several weeks.

Historically, the Sheriff’s Office has had four firearms ranges. One was on private property off John Burruss Road, and it ceased operation when houses were built nearby. Two ranges were at the quarry off Ronald Regan Boulevard, and the last one was 20 years ago on Old Federal Road, behind the old county landfill.

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Members of Forsyth County first responders and service members enjoy a meal and fellowship at a special Patriots Day observance hosted at Billy Howell Ford in Cumming.

Forsyth observes 9/11 with different events

By DENISE RAY denise@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — Forsyth County observed Patriots Day in various way.

For some it mean running the equivalent of the 110-story World Trade Center buildings on the bleachers at West Forsyth High School. For students at Liberty Middle School, it was the annual ceremonial reminder that their school was given its name in observance of the terrorist attacks. The school was built in 2001 and was the first new school since Sept. 11, 2001.

The family of Billy Howell and employees of the company that bears his name, the day was spent in service to the county’s first responders and military personnel.

Where the latest model cars were once parked, the dealership showroom now had tables and chairs, balloons and decorations of red, white and blue.

This is the eighth year of the event, according to Bill Howell, vice president and general manager.

“How these first responders protect and serve us all year, it is only appropriate we serve them once per year,” Bill said. “How lucky we are to have the leaders of the individual departments that are so talented and have recruited, trained and retained the greatest first responders in the country.”

While Bill was out in the heat grilling, students for the county’s culinary arts program were inside serving up the food.

Dawn Martin and Cooper Sweat, culinary arts teachers at South Forsyth and West Forsyth High School respectively were on hand to support their students.

This is the second year the students have helped.

“Everyone has different memories of the day, and so it’s good that these ladies and gentlemen can spend a day socializing with each other remembering the past, remembering the present, helping each other heal,” Brenda Howell business developer manager, said.

“That’s why we host this event.”

Both the brother and sister are on the board of BADGE, the benevolent association dedicated to employees of Forsyth County’s service organizations.

“As big as our county is, it is nice that all the first responders get treated like they are our family and how they in return treat us like we are theirs.”

“For all they do for this community, we are all eternally grateful,” Brenda said.

First responders were very appreciative of the recognition.

“To have someone put together an event of this magnitude on such an important day is very humbling for us and we are thankful for all their efforts,” Forsyth County Fire Chief Barry Head said.

Forsyth County Sheriff Ron Freeman echoed Head’s sentiments.

“It is a gracious reminder of our community’s support on a solemn day of remembrance of 9/11/2001,” he said.

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Performing arts center project takes shape

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The Cultural Arts Alliance at Johns Creek revealed new details for its campaign to build a performing arts venue at its Sept. 7 meeting.

The Cultural Arts Alliance is a nonprofit that brings together visual and performing arts groups and other cultural organizations within the city.

For years, leading figures in the local arts community have had the dream of creating a multi-use arts center that would bring a high-quality performance venue, visual arts gallery, classrooms and rehearsal space under one roof.

For now, these leaders are calling this the Legacy Center Project. From the Arts Alliance emerged the Legacy Center Task Force to bring that vision to fruition.

Earlier this year, the task force hired Convergent Nonprofit Solutions to conduct a financial feasibility study for the project, funded by a $250,000 grant from Fulton County.

“When this wonderful project became more of a reality — and I feel confident it will be a reality — I felt Fulton County needed to be a partner,” Fulton County Commissioner Liz Hausmann said. “I hope the city will become a partner as well. This is just the beginning. We have a robust arts community in Johns Creek, and I look forward to the day we don’t have to drive to Atlanta or Roswell to enjoy a performance.”

Convergent is expected to present its feasibility report around Thanksgiving, and the task force hopes to begin fundraising this winter. The project now has a website to share progress, at jclegacy.org.

The proposed facility is estimated to cost $50-$55 million, and would feature a 700-800 seat performance venue, rehearsal rooms, office space, a banquet ossword hall and a grand foyer.

It also would include 18,000 square feet for the Johns Creek Arts Center, double its current space. The total square footage would be around 83,000, according to Wayne Baughman, chair of the Johns Creek Cultural Arts Center Task Force andSolution director of the Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra.

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In The Interest Of Others

Good intentions are not good deeds

By LEE CHADWICK Guest contributor After Hiroshima, it was said: “The world now accepts the miracle of the chain reaction that creates an atomic explosion; but we still refuse to accept the Chadwick miracles of the human heart - and the chain reactions that are made possible by using that power.”

I believe this is still true. We greatly underestimate the power of GOOD. But nowhere is the evidence more undeniable than the 75-year legacy of Heifer International. How did it begin?

In 1938, at the end of the Spanish Civil War, a relief worker, Dan West, started his movement “Not a cup – but a cow!” His real success came from the understanding that hope is not a strategy, and people must unify to create abundance instead of competing for limited resources. Once individuals achieve success, they never choose the insecurity of the past. This creates a common language of change that permeates a region and stabilizes it.

In South Korea, for example, the Korean Ministry of Agriculture estimates that 50 percent of all poultry in South Korea today are descended from 70,000 hatchlings supplied by Heifer after the Korean War. In Cambodia, Heifer has spread to half of the country, partnering not just to provide livestock but guidance and encouragement through their “cornerstones.” This new doctrine empowers women greatly. The farm-to-market project has found that alcoholism, domestic violence and disability can no longer hold back the women there. Given a few seeds, a piglet or some business training, a powerhouse network of matriarchs is building a decidedly better future

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for their families as well as creating a healthy local food system.

The majority of my own philanthropic efforts are intentionally domestic; intended to alter the opportunities of the less fortunate in America.

But, I believe that the most enduring way to influence peace in the world is by fostering true Independence here — and abroad. Heifer has a unique payit-forward “contract” that puts all local participants in the position of bringing their own neighbors out of poverty. If the local program is to raise say....chickens, the first hatchlings born to a member are given to a neighbor, then his first to a neighbor, and so on. This is done in a very public ceremony. All recipients then enter into training together which

fosters real friendships as well as the unanimous application of best veterinary practices. This new interdependence continues without any U.S. involvement stabilizing locations experiencing desperate circumstances that could otherwise grow into social chaos and the need for people to migrate to survive.

When the llama population in Peru was declining seriously due to overbreeding, Heifer helped introduce a new breeding stock able to thrive on indigenous vegetation. This practice completely revitalized herds to full vigor in less than 5 years. Without llamas, life in Peru is not sustainable for at least 40 percent of the population.

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Starting with community groups of 25, the work now reaches into the many thousands.

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Ranjana Shrestha, another project participant, has risen to become an officially elected member of the parliament in Nepal.

In 2002, Heifer celebrated the “passing on the gift” ceremony of their 3 millionth animal. When people anywhere are given an opportunity to learn and put that education into practice, transformation takes place. Small scale farmers can feed the world and build stronger communities in a way that is permanent. Heifer’s value-based leadership mentors and inspires to dramatically impact every area of life when they enter a region. My interest in their work has continued to grow through my life and has affected my understanding of what is truly possible in the future of our small planet.

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Final papers signed to begin Eastside Community Center

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Residents on Alpharetta’s east side should soon begin seeing signs of an amenity they’ve waited years to enjoy.

The City Council signed an agreement with the Ed Isakson YMCA on Sept. 9 to form a partnership in construction of a $3.1 million community center. It will be the city’s first indoor activity center east of Ga. 400.

Plans call for converting the existing teen center into a community activity, wellness, summer camp, program and meeting space by adding a second floor to the facility. There are no plans to increase the height of the building but merely to install a second floor to the existing structure.

Overall, the project will add five community spaces to the existing building.

Construction is set to begin this month, and completion is scheduled for May 2020.

Under terms of the agreement, the city will provide $2.5 million in funding for the project. That funding was made available through a bond referendum passed by voters in 2016.

Earlier this year, the city amended its

agreement with the YMCA to establish a collaboration between that organization and the city’s director of Parks and Recreation to develop and schedule community activities at the facility.

Morgan Rodgers, director of Parks and Recreation for the city, said the city will use the five rooms to accommodate activities for those with special needs and for seniors. A seniors advisory committee will be formed to assist in selecting suitable activities, he said.

“The programming for these spaces will be based on mutual understanding of the community needs, and we’re going to work collaboratively with the YMCA to program that space,” Rodgers said.

“There will be no overlapping or competing programs.”

City Council members said they were pleased to see the project launched, but they want to ensure the city’s interests will be recognized when program scheduling is drawn up.

Councilman Donald Mitchell said the project spans two city councils, and he wants to guarantee that the community center will be used for the greater Alpharetta community.

“We’re spending $2.5 million,” he said. “I think it’s important that we have something in writing that assures us of future [use].”

Rodgers said the city’s revised agreement with the YMCA, adopted in January, spells out specifically how the collaboration will work for the Eastside Community Center. He said the document was drawn up in collaboration with the YMCA governing board and the Alpharetta Recreation Commission.

“It was a well-thought-through document,” Rodgers said.

In a related matter at the Sept.

9 meeting, the City Council unanimously approved a design plan for Mid Broadwell Park. The 4.1-acre park was added to the city’s park’s inventory recently as part of the $52 million bond passed by voters in 2016.

Plans call for a small parking lot, a restroom, small picnic area, kids nature play area, open space and trails. The woodland area that currently takes up a large portion of the park, will remain.

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North Fulton chamber names annual small business, nonprofit leaders The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce recognized its Small Business Person of the Year and Nonprofit Leader of the Year Aug. 27 at the annual WellStar Chamber Awards Breakfast.

The annual event, sponsored this year by Renasant Bank, honors local businesses for their contributions to the community and to their industries.

Brian Martin, Righteous Guitars, was named the 2019 Small Business Person of the Year.

Martin founded Righteous Guitars in 2015 with the vision of building the finest guitar store in the Southeast and one of the top 10 guitar stores in the world. The National Association of Music Merchants has recognized Righteous Guitars as one of the Top 100 Music Stores in the world for the past three years. Martin has put his stamp on the high-end guitar market with a deluxe showroom, over-the-top service and an inventory studded with exclusive models from Gibson, Paul Reed Smith and others.

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Brian Martin, center, of Righteous Guitars in Roswell, was named the 2019 Small Business Person of the Year at the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce Awards Breakfast held Aug. 27. play a vast knowledge and expertise in their industry and a commitment to the economic prosperity, quality of life and positive reputation of the region.

Those considered for this award were awarded the Business Person of Excellence Award.

They include: Christy Cross, CoZzzy Comfy, LLC; Bonnie Mauldin, The Mauldin Group; Harry Maugans, Clicka-

gy; and Tracey Grace, IBEX IT Business Experts, LLC. The 2019 Nonprofit Leader of the Year was awarded to Steven Palmer of The Cottage School.

Palmer has served at every level from teacher to superintendent. The Cottage School has grown significantly under Steven as they continue to expand and advance to meet the needs of every

child who may find success in a nontraditional learning environment. The Cottage School has been recognized for excellence by distinguished educators, counselors and psychologists and was named by the Masters in Special Education Resource Guide as one of its Top 50 Best Private Special Needs Schools in the United States.

The Nonprofit Leader of the Year award was created to honor individuals for their extraordinary contributions on behalf of their organizations.

Those considered for this award were awarded the Community Impact Award.

They include: Chris Nelson, Chattahoochee Nature Center; Alli Neal, Revved Up Kids, Inc.; and Amy O’Dell, Jacob’s Ladder Neurodevelopment School and Therapy Center.

The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce is a private, nonprofit organization comprised of over 2,000 business enterprises, civic organizations, educational institutions and individuals. Its service area includes Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park, Roswell and Sandy Springs.

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Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar opens in Forsyth

Goldfish Swim School opens in Roswell

Business name: Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar Owner: Michael Mitchell About: Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar grew out of a vision for a local establishment that would appeal to families of all ages.

Shuckin’ Shack offers its guests a “lifestyle experience” in addition to seafood. The brand started as a 900-square-foot shack in Carolina Beach, N.C. in 2007 and

Business name: Goldfish Swim School – Roswell Village Owner: Mark Sheppell About: Goldfish Swim School is a learn-to-swim facility for children ages 4 months to 12 years.

The school uses a holistic philosophy, “The Science of SwimPlay,” to build life schools both in and out of

began franchising in 2014. Today, Shuckin’ Shack has grown to 15 locations across four states, and soon to be five, with several more locations slated to open by the end of 2019.

Opened: June 1, 2019 Address: 415 Peachtree Pkwy Suite 255, Cumming Phone: 470-253-7746 Website: www.theshuckin shack.com

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Opened: July 23, 2019 Address: 633 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell Phone: 770-744-0250 Website: www.goldfish swimschool.com

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Household incomes show no growth in 2018 A recent article in the Wall Street Journal kind of shocked me when it stated that American incomes remained essentially flat in 2018.

Our unemployment rate is at a historically low level, and Geoff smith as employers fight for Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com quality employees, it should make good sense that wages would be going up. But they are not.

The median household income was $63,179, according to the article. That’s up only 0.9 percent over the prior year.

It’s hard to swallow, because the unemployment rate has hovered at or below 4 percent, which economists figure is what they would consider full-pool. This means everyone who wants a job, has one. With unemployment so low, early last year economists were concerned with how our economy was going to grow. If there are no workers to add to your company, how can you produce more of your goods and services?

Historically, when this happens, necessity becomes the mother of invention, and we’ve had advances in technology that have made our companies and our workers more productive. One worker is more able to produce more goods or services. In the late 1800s, the idea of assembly lines and using machinery to build things propelled how many units a worker could produce in a given day or hour. In the very late 1900s, computers and software enabled workers to organize and be incredibly more efficient, and businesses more organized. In just the last 15 years, smart phones have made all of us way more productive in some ways (and unproductive in other ways — monitoring your Facebook probably isn’t helping your company).

The thing about smart phones is that you can essentially do everything that your computer can do from almost anywhere in the world. And for many, they

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The median household income was $63,179, according to the article. That’s up only 0.9 percent over the prior year. have extended the work day as workers now carry about their computers with them in the evening and weekends. So when a new technology is invented and woven into the workforce, to increase production, companies tend to spend more on integrating that technology and less on increasing wages.

Last year, according to Carl Tannenbaum, chief economist for Northern Trust, employers were faced with the prospect of having few workers to pull from, so instead focused on integrating better, existing technologies and improving efficiencies within their organizations and industries.

From most accounts, employers are certainly working harder to attract employees away from other companies, and they’re spending more on making their work environment seem more attractive than their competitors.

Around Atlanta, companies are happy to pay higher rents to be in offices that are located in more walkable neighborhoods with restaurants and shops close by. They are spending more making their offices more entertaining and hospitable and fun. A commercial realtor told me that employers are finding that the millennial workforce seems to be more attracted to companies that have more compatible work environments than they are to companies that offer higher wages.

The conundrum in the housing market is that you have a situation where wage growth was relatively flat last year, but home values increased by over 5 percent. So while wages are staying the same, the cost of living is going up, and residents are having to put a larger percentage of their take-home earnings toward living expenses. This will mean less

money to go toward shopping, eating out, putting money toward savings, and more usage of credit cards and equity lines.

According to a Bloomberg report, U.S. credit card debt closed out 2018 at a record $870 billion.

Normally, if you believe in the free market always balancing itself out, you would expect to see fewer people going out and buying homes, which would slow the increase in home values. And eventually wage increases would outpace home values. But the issue here in Atlanta is that our economy is so hot, we are still creating over 60,000 jobs a year, and more than 80,000 people a year are moving here. So they’ll still be buying houses, if they can find any.

I have no idea where we are headed.

If I did, I’d be retired and traveling the world with my family and a very impressive entourage of happy helpers. The market will invent something to stave off this trend, or the problem will exacerbate and employers here will increase wages to get above the local trend, or nothing will be invented and employers will not do anything to increase wages and something else will happen. Either way, here we are.

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

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Would you buy your own business?

Have you ever thought about selling your small business? A lot of small business owners fail to maximize the money they can make from their business when dick jones they sell it by Founder & President Jones Simply Sales not “staging” it well before they want to sell it. Staging in this context is synonymous with preparing in advance to get the most amount of money you can when you sell your business. A good question to ask yourself during this process is “would you buy your own business?”

If you ask this question to yourself and the answer is “no,” then you most likely aren’t going to attract a lot of buyers. Conversely, if the answer is “yes,” then you probably are going to get a lot of buyers very interested in buying it and sell it for a top dollar price.

Potential buyers want to know a lot about your business before making you an offer. Their list could include information about your customers, suppliers, employees, operations, financials, revenue, cash flow, expenses and many other things.

How prepared are you to answer these questions in a positive way and back up the answers with data and examples?

Keep in mind that if you would buy your own business, you’d probably make the decision on similar criteria and would want to know all the facts about everything you can.

When selling your small business, put yourself in the buyer’s shoes. If you would buy your own business, you’re probably going to attract a lot of buyers and make a lot of money selling it.

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By Michelle Wilson Wilson Legal, PC Scammers keep coming up with new ways to trick people into paying money that they don’t need to pay. We transfer property into trusts for our clients. Recently a client asked us if they should pay $89 to get a copy of their deed in response to a letter they received that looked like it came WILSON from some official office and explained that they should have a copy of their deed and that the company could get them a copy for just $89. “Absolutely not!”

I responded. We will receive the original deed back from the clerk’s office after it’s filed. Somehow the company had sent the client this letter even before the clerk’s office had finished processing the deed filing. The client did not pay the $89, thankfully and we forwarded their original deed after we received it back from the clerk. How many other people get caught in this trap and pay the $89 without realizing that here in Georgia, the clerk returns the original. We have a redacted copy of this scam letter at our office if our readers would like to see it. If you discover some questionable mail, please seek advice from a trusted advisor before writing the check.

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Enjoy a two-day European-style shopping experience. The market is located at the Village Green in front of Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza and features an eclectic mix of merchandise including art, handcrafted jewelry, vintage furnishings and decor, women and children’s fashion, garden whatnots and gourmet edibles. Rain or shine. Admission and parking are free.

Join the market Saturday, Sept. 21, 10 a.m.– 6 p.m.; and Sunday, Sept. 22, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

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FEATURED: DASH OF THE TITANS 5K AND FUN RUN

What: Northview High School Cross Country Team is presenting the 2nd annual Dash of the Titans 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. Race swag bags will include a technical Tshirt and discounts from local retailers.

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CAMBRIDGE THEATRE PAINT RECYCLING FUNDRAISER

What: Cambridge Theatre is working with Atlanta Paint Disposal to host a paint recycling drive. Latex, oil and spray paint accepted in pint size to 5-gallon buckets. No appointment required. Pricing online.

When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Cambridge High School, 2845 Bethany Bend, Milton Info: cambridgetheatre.org

What: a four-session workshop guiding parents to “Understand Yourself, Understand Your Child, Engage in Positive Parenting, and Enjoy being a Parent,” presented

by Joan K. Teach, PhD. When: Thursdays, Sept. 19-Oct. 10, 7-8:30 p.m.

Where: Community Resource Center of the Brookhaven United Methodist Church, 1366 North Druid Hills Road, Brookhaven Cost: $100 Info and registration: ldag.org

SOUTHERN SUMMER

When: The theme of this art show is “Southern Summer” and will showcase a wide range of artists and media.

When: July 1-Sept. 27 Where: Alpharetta Arts Center, 238 Canton St., Alpharetta More info: artsalpharetta.org

ALL LEVEL COMMUNITY YOGA

What: This event will cover free health screenings and medical services from Mercy Care, as well as demonstrations and services from Fulton County and local restaurants and businesses.

When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 535 Rucker Road, Alpharetta More info: sta.org

What: Weather you’re starting off or finishing your day, do so with a stress release practice that emphasizes flows and gentle strengthening poses. Bring a mat and water. Multiple locations.

When: August-October. In Dunwoody, Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30 a.m. and Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; in Sandy Springs, Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody; and Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School, 805 Mt. Vernon Highway NW, Sandy Springs Cost: $15 More info: TheElitePeasant.com

SPALDING GARDEN CLUB

‘MAMA MIA!’

STA FIT FEST 2019

What: Spalding Garden Club invites the public to attend the next meeting, with special guest speaker will be Gloria Ward, a master gardener and leading hydrangea expert.

When: Friday, Sept. 27, 9:15 a.m.

Where: Dunwoody United Methodist Church, 1548 Mt. Vernon Road, Dunwoody More info: 770-396-5443

TAIWAN YES! NIGHT MARKET ATL

What: Enjoy authentic outdoor Taiwanese street food and pastries at this traditional festival.

Games, music and dance will also be available for children.

When: Saturday, Sept. 28, 4-9 p.m.

Where: Kings Business Center, 4350 Peachtree Industrial Blvd. NW, Peachtree Corners Cost: $5 each, children 12 and under get in free More info: facebook.com/ events/2458694887698366

What: The story-telling magic of ABBA’s songs propels this tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating a show following a young woman’s search for her birth father.

When: Sept. 5-29, times vary Where: Tams School Street Playhouse, 101 School St., Cumming Cost: Tickets start at $27 More info and tickets: schoolstreetplayhouse.com

SENIORS ENRICHED LIVING

What: Thirty-two classes are offered and include history, art, sports, religion, genealogy, music and more. Registration is open.

When: Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 17-Nov. 7 Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell Cost: $55 for unlimited classes Info: selroswellga.org

EVENTS: SMITHSONIAN MAGAZINE DAY LIVE!

What: Each ticket grants free admission for two people to Roswell’s Historic Homes Trilogy.

Self-guided open house tours will be offered. Tickets are good for entry to all three locations. Tickets must be reserved in advance.

When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall, and Smith Plantation More info and tickets: SmithsonianMag.com/MuseumDay

PUP-A-PALOOZA

What: Bring your dog to the for a celebration of all things dog. The event features live music, sketches, vendors, contests and free food.

When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater at Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov

DUNWOODY WINE STROLL

What: Enjoy an afternoon of wine tasting. Food trucks, live music and raffle table will also be on site. Must be at least 21 years old to participate.

When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 2-6 p.m.

Where: Pernoshal Park, 4575 North Shallowford Road, Dunwoody Cost: $25 More info and tickets: discoverdunwoody.com or 678-382-6700

HISTORY ALIVE: PIONEER LIFE 101

What: Join the Dunwoody Preservation Trust for Pioneer Life 101: An Insider’s Look at Kitchen Gardens, Cooking, and Everyday Life as a Homesteader.

When: Saturday Sept. 21, 9-11 a.m.

Where: Donaldson-Bannister Farm, 4831 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody Cost: $3 for members, $5 for nonmembers More info and tickets: dunwoodypreservationtrust.org or 770668-0401

SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCE FAIR

Square, 610 Atlanta St., Roswell Info: roswellartsfestival.com

DULUTH FALL FESTIVAL

What: Enjoy family-friendly events all weekend long, including concerts, a parade and a 5K. Free busses running from select middle schools available.

When: Sept. 28 and 29 Where: 3142 Hill St. NW, Duluth More info and tickets: duluthfallfestival.org

JOHNS CREEK TOASTMASTERS

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

When: Saturdays, 9:45 a.m.

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

SMART RECOVERY FAMILY AND FRIENDS

What: Individuals with special needs and caregivers are invited to join for the Special Needs Resource Fair to learn about local resources available to them.

When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 3-5 p.m.

Where: Sharon Forks Library, 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org or 770781-9840

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: Mondays, 7-8 p.m.

Where: DecisionPoint Wellness Center, 1070 State Bridge Road, Suite 6, Johns Creek More info: smartrecovery.org

ROSWELL ARTS FESTIVAL

TAKE-A-PEEK TUESDAY

What: The annual Roswell Arts Festival draws in artists and craftsmen from across the Southeast. The event features fine arts, original crafts, children’s activities, festive foods and performing arts.

When: Sept. 21-22, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Where: Roswell’s Historic Town

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

When: Tuesdays, noon-2 p.m.

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

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Alicia Bernstein, M.S., CCC-A 3400-C Old Milton Pkwat #365 Alpharetta, GA 30005 404-446-2400 Markyanta.com

CHIROPRACTOR

Willis Chiropractic 317 N Main St Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-740-8740 Willischiropractic.com Lako Family Chiropractic 912 Holcomb Bridge Rd #203 Roswell, GA 30076 770-626-0706 Lakofamilychiropractic.com

COSMETIC SURGERY

Robinson Facial Plastic Surgery 3400 Old Milton Pkwy Building C, Suite 330 Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-667-3090 Robinsonfps.com

North Fulton Smiles 12315 Crabapple Rd #121 Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-569-0613 Northfultonsmiles.com Roswell Dental Care 1570 Old Alabama Rd #102 Roswell, GA 30076 770-998-6736 Roswelldentalcare.com

DERMATOLOGIST

Premier Dermatology 3180 North Point Pkwy Building 400, Suite #420 Alpharetta, GA 30005 678-345-1899 premierdermatologyatlanta.com Steele Dermatology 11500 Webb Bridge Way Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-464-6000 atlantadermatologists.com

ENT

North Fulton ENT 2500 Hospital Blvd, Ste 450 Roswell, Ga. 30076 770-450-6554 Northfultonent.com ENT Institute Multiple Locations 770-740-1860 Entinstitute.com

FAMILY PRACTICE

Morrow Family Medicine Multiple locations 770-781-8004 Morrowfammed.com North Atlanta Primary Care 3400-C Old Milton Pkwy, #270, Alpharetta GA 30005 770-442-1911 napc.md

GASTROENTEROLOGIST

MED SPA

Dr. Riddick, Gastroenterology Consultants 3400 Old Milton Pkwy # A Alpharetta, GA 30005 404-255-1000 Gastroenterologyconsultants.net

Timeless Aesthetics of Atlanta 600 Peachtree Pkwy, #104 Cumming, GA 30041 404-400-6222 timelessmedspaatl.com

Atlanta Gastroenterology Multiple Locations 678-987-1485 Atlantagastro.com

HAIR RESTORATION

Anderson Center for Hair 5555 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd #106 Atlanta, GA 30009 404-256-4247 Atlantahairsurgeon.com

Youthtopia 34 Teasley Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-772-4806 Youthtopiamedspa.com

MEMORY CARE

The Memory Center 12050 Findley Rd Johns Creek, GA 30097 770-476-3678 thememorycenter.com

Roswell OBGYN 11975 Morris Rd, #200 Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-751-3600 roswellobgyn.org

North Atlanta Hair Restoration 631 N Main St Suite #200 Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-845-7521 Nahairrestoration.com

Celebration Village 3000 Celebration Boulevard Suwanee, GA 30024 800-724-7714, cvillage.com

HOLISTIC/ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE

101 Mobility 935 Hwy 124 Suite #201 Braselton, GA 30517 404-857-3056 Atlanta.101mobility.com

The Center for Advanced Medicine 3333 Old Milton Pkwy Ste 560 Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-551-2730 advanced-med.com

Heavenly Wheels 6375 McGinnis Ferry Rd #101 Johns Creek, GA 30005 678-847-0301 Heavenlywheels.com

Atlanta Cancer Care 3400-C Old Milton Pkwy Ste 400 Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-740-9664 Atlantacancercare.com

MUSIC THERAPY

OPHTHALMOLOGY

Medical Fitness & Wellness Group 10700 Medlock Bridge Rd, #105 Duluth, GA 30097 770-623-4078 exercise4prevention.com The Center for Advanced Medicine 3333 Old Milton Pkwy, Ste 560 Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-651-0141 advanced-med.com

HOME CARE FOR SENIORS

MOBILITY STORE/SERVICE

Rhythm & Therapy 404-913-2328 rhythmandtherapy.com

Home Helpers 5755 North Point Pkwy Suite 281 Alpharetta, GA 30022 678-430-8511 Homehelpershomecare.com/ alpharetta

The George Center 12060 Etris Rd #200 Roswell, GA 30075 678-701-1203 thegeorgecenter.com

Visiting Angels Multiple locations 678-277-9930 or 770-573-7817 visitingangels.com

Medical Fitness & Wellness Group 10700 Medlock Bridge Rd #105 Johns Creek, GA 30097 770-623-4078 Exercise4prevention.com

INTERNAL MEDICINE

NUTRITIONIST

Johns Creek Primary Care 4365 Johns Creek Pkwy # 400 Suwanee, GA 30024 678-957-1910 Johnscreekprimarycare.com

100% Chiropractic - Johns Creek 11030 Medlock Bridge Rd #230 Johns Creek, GA 30097 678-694-1113 100percentchiropractic.com

Sandy Springs Internal Medicine 755 Mount Vernon Hwy NE, #500 Atlanta, GA 30328 678-252-6395 ssim.com

OBGYN

Modern OBGYN 10692 Medlock Bridge Rd., Suite 100-A Johns Creek, GA 30097 404-446-2496 Reyesobgyn.com

ONCOLOGY

Thomas Eye Group Multiple Locations 678-892-2020 Thomaseye.com Dr. Palay- Atlanta Ophthalmology 5730 Glenridge Dr. Atlanta, GA 30328 404-252-1194 aoaeye.com

OPTOMETRY

Bender Eye Care 9925 Haynes Bridge Rd, #1710 Johns Creek, GA 30022 770-740-2000 bendereyecare.biz Alpharetta Eye 2725 Old Milton Pkwy #B, Alpharetta GA 30009 770-475-1777

ORAL SURGERY

Dr. Christian Loetscher, Atlanta Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery 4205 North Point Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-664-5550 jawimplant.com

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Dr. Dale Duncan Multiple Locations 770-664-6533 or 770-406-2060 naoms.net

North Fulton Senior Services 770-993-1906 ssnorthfulton.org

ORTHODONTIST

Village Park Senior Living Multiple locations 678-677-8900 Villageparkseniorliving.com

Smile Doctors by Jordan Orthodontics 4205 North Point Pkwy, Bldg B Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-751-1240 orthodontist.smiledoctors.com Dr. Mibab 3005 Old Alabama Road #6000 Johns Creek, GA 30022 770-552-6800 mibabortho.com

ORTHOPEDICS

Ortho Atlanta Multiple Locations 770-953-6929 Orthoatlanta.com Resurgens Orthopedics Multiple Locations 770-475-2710 Resurgens.com

PEDIATRICIAN

Roswell Pediatrics Multiple Locations 770-751-0800 Roswellpediatrics.com Pediatric Physicians Multiple Locations 770-518-9277 or 678-527-1555 pediatricphysicianspc.com

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Johns Creek Physical Therapy 4060 Johns Creek Pkwy Ste H Suwanee, GA 30024 770-622-5344 Johnscreekpt.com David Young - North Fulton Physical Therapy 1355 Hembree Rd Roswell, GA 30076 770-442-0727 nfultonpt.com

PODIATRY

Ankle & Foot Centers of GA 4385 Johns Creek Pkwy #200 Suwanee, GA 30024 770-418-0456 Ankleandfootcenters.com Village Podiatry Multiple Locations 770-771-6991 Villagepodiatrycenters.com

SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER Roswell Senior Center 1250 Warsaw Rd Roswell, GA 30076 770-640-1583 Ssnorthfulton.org

SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY

Celebration Village 3000 Celebration Boulevard Suwanee, GA 30024 800-724-7714 Cvillage.com

SENIOR INFORMATION SERVICE

Nexseason Transition 404-439-1022 Nexseasontransitions.com Home Helpers 5755 North Point Pkwy, Ste 281 Alpharetta, GA 30022 678-430-8511 Homehelpershomecare.com

SPEECH THERAPY

Advantage Speech Therapy 404-784-1252 Advantagespeech.com Rogers Bridge Pediatric Therapy 478-454-8889 Rogersbridgepediatrictherapy. com

SUBSTANCE ABUSE / ADDICTION TREATMENT No Longer Bound 2725 Pine Grove Rd Cumming, GA 30041 770-886-7873 Nolongerbound.com

Pathways 2 Life 4720 Peachtree Industrial Blvd.

Norcross, GA 30071 404-317-7203 Pathways2life.org

URGENT CARE

Piedmont Urgent Care

by Wellstar Multiple Locations 770-521-6690 Wellstreet.com Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Multiple Locations Choa.org

UROLOGY

Advanced Urology 10730 Medlock Bridge Rd Johns Creek, GA 30097 404-948-4073 Urologygeorgia.com

GA Urology Multiple Locations 678-417-0400 Gaurology.com

VEIN SPECIALIST

Premier Dermatology 3180 North Point Pkwy Building 400, Suite #420 Alpharetta, GA 30005 678-345-1899 Premierdermatologyatlanta.com Heart & Vascular Multiple Locations 678-513-2273 Hvcmd.com

VETERINARIAN

Midway Animal Hospital 6785 Atlanta Hwy Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-475-2003 Midwayvets.com Alpharetta Animal Hospital 80 Milton Avenue Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-475-7613 Alpharettaanimalhospital.com

Restaurants ALL AROUND RESTAURANT Village Tavern 11555 Rainwater Drive Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-777-6490 Villagetavern.com Altobeli’s 3000 Old Alabama Rd Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-664-8055 Altobelis.com

BAKERY

Nothing Bundt Cakes Alpharetta 5230 Windward Pkwy #102 Milton, GA 30004 678-366-1445 nothingbundtcakes.com Alpine Bakery 12315 Crabapple Rd Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-410-9883 Alpinebakeryandtrattoria.com

BBQ

Cue Multiple Locations (770) 667-0089 Cuebarbecue.com Smokejack 29 S. Main Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-410-7611 Smokejackbbq.com

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BREAKFAST

The Original Pancake House 5530 Windward Pkwy #120a Alpharetta, GA 30004 678-393-1355 Pancakesalpharetta.com Scratch 2890 Georgia 9 N Ste 160 Milton, GA 30004 678-393-9059 Scratch-fresh.com

BREWERY / BREWPUB

Six Bridges Brewing 11455 Lakefield Dr. #300 Johns Creek, GA 30097 470-545-4199 Sixbridgesbrewing.com Cherry Street 5817 South Vickery St., Cumming, GA 30040 Phone: 678-456-8189 cherrystreetbrewing.com

Village Tavern 11555 Rainwater drive Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-777-6490 Villagetavern.com

FINE DINING

Altobeli’s 3000 Old Alabama Rd Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-664-8055 Altobelis.com Little Ally Steak 955 Canton Street Roswell, GA 30075 770-998-0440 Fhfoodtradinggroup.com

GERMAN FOOD

Gasthaus 310 Atlanta Rd Cumming, GA 30040 770-844-7244 Gasthaus-cumming.com

BURGER

Kurt’s Bistro 3305 Peachtree Industrial Blvd #100 Duluth, GA 30096 770-623-4128 Kurtsrestaurant.com

Scratch 2890 Georgia 9 N ste 160 Milton, GA 30004 678-393-9059 Scratch-fresh.com

HAPPY HOUR

Burger Fi 5475 Windward Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-817-4658 Burgerfi.com

DESSERT

Village Tavern 11555 Rain Waterdrive Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-777-6490 Villagetavern.com

Nothing Bundt Cakes Alpharetta 5230 Windward Pkwy #102 Milton, GA 30004 678-366-1445 Nothingbundtcakes.com

Six Bridges Brewing 11455 Lakefield Dr. #300 Johns Creek, GA 30097 470-545-4199 Sixbridgesbrewing.com

Alpine Bakery 12315 Crabapple Rd Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-410-9883 Alpinebakeryandtrattoria.com

Altobeli’s 3000 Old Alabama Rd Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-664-8055 Altobelis.com

DONUTS

Davinci’s Donuts 131 S Main St, Suite F Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-392-2523 Davincisdonuts.com Duck Donuts 3005 Old Alabama Rd #170 Alpharetta, GA 30022 470-385-6303 Duckdonuts.com

FAMILY DINING

Burger Fi 5475 Windward Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-817-4658 Burgerfi.com

ITALIAN FOOD

Casa Nuova 5670 Atlanta Hwy, A1 Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-475-9100 Casanuovarestaurant.com

MEXICAN FOOD

El Felix - Avalon 1130 1st St #1030 Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-248-5239, Theelfelix.com 7 Tequilas 10945 State Bridge Rd Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-558-1156 7tequilasmexicanrestaurant.com

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PATIO DINING

Village Tavern 11555 Rainwater Drive Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-777-6490 Villagetavern.com Burger Fi 5475 Windward Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-817-4658 Burgerfi.com

PIZZA

Pasta Vino 11130 State Bridge Rd, F103 Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-777-1213 Pastavino.net Campania Multiple Locations 678-825-2156 or 470-210-5542 Campaniaga.com

SEAFOOD

Fry Me 2 the Moon 5155 Atlanta Hwy Alpharetta, GA 30004 678-691-1613 Fryme2themoon.com Atlantic Seafood 2345 Mansell Rd. Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-640-0488 Atlanticseafoodco.com

SMOOTHIE / JUICERY

3:8 Juice 5250 Windward Pkwy #113 Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-680-2411 Juiceshopalpharetta.com

DANCE LESSONS / STUDIO RISPA 14155 Ga-9 Milton, GA 30004 678-620-3500 RISPA.net

Core Dance & Acrobatics 5905 Atlanta Hwy, Ste 103 Alpharetta, GA 30004 470-299-4629 Coredanceatlanta.com

DATE NIGHT HOTSPOT

Johns Creek Arts Center 6290 Abbotts Bridge Rd., Bldg.

700 Johns Creek, GA 30097 770-623-8448 Johnscreekarts.org

Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd Roswell, GA 30075 770-992-2055 Chattnaturecenter.org

LOCAL FESTIVAL

DAY SPA / MASSAGE

Waxing the City 5250 Windward Pkwy, Ste 114 Alpharetta, GA 30004 470-275-5400 Studios.waxingthecity.com Youthtopia 50 Canton Street, Ste 115 Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-772-4806 Youthtopiamedspa.com

GOLF COURSE

Trophy Club of Atlanta 15135 Hopewell Rd Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-343-9700 Trophyclubofatlantagc.com

RECREATION

GROUP/CORPORATE ACTIVITY

Spruill Center for Arts 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd Dunwoody, GA 30338 770-394-3447 Spruillarts.org

KID PARTY / EVENT FACILITY

Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd Roswell, GA 30075 770-992-2055 Chattnaturecenter.org

Kale Me Crazy Multiple Locations 470-509-5744 or 678-878-3188 Kalemecrazy.net

Johns Creek Arts Center 6290 Abbotts Bridge Rd., Bldg.

700 Johns Creek, GA 30097 770-623-8448 Johnscreekarts.org

U First Fitness 11164 State Bridge Rd Johns Creek, GA 30022 404-445-8144 Ufirstfitness.com

Altobeli’s 3000 Old Alabama Rd Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-664-8055 Altobelis.com

Country Club of Roswell 2500 Club Springs Dr, Roswell, GA 30076 (770) 475-7800 Ccroswell.com

ART LESSONS / STUDIO

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Urban Escape Games 20 Mansell Ct E #275 Roswell, GA 30076 678-805-2189 Urbanescapegames.com A&S Culinary Concepts 9945 Jones Bridge Rd, #303 Johns Creek, GA 30022 678-336-9196 Asculinaryconcepts.com

GYM/FITNESS FACILITY

Medical Fitness & Wellness Group 10700 Medlock Bridge Rd, #105 Duluth, GA 30097 770-623-4078 Exercise4prevention.com

Brew Moon Festival AlpharettaBusiness Association.com Summit Rocks Summitrocks.org/summitrocks

MUSIC LESSONS RISPA 14155 Ga-9 Milton, GA 30004 678-620-3500 RISPA.net

Orbit Arts Academy 650 Mount Vernon Hwy Sandy Springs, GA 30328 770-693-3641 Orbitartsacademy.com

PERFORMING ARTS / THEATRE Georgia Ensemble 950 Forrest St Roswell, GA 30075 770-641-1260 Get.org RISPA 14155 GA-9, Milton, GA, 30004 678-620-3500 RISPA.net

PUBLIC PARK

Wills 11925 Wills Rd Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-297-6130 Willspark.com Newtown 3150 Old Alabama Rd Johns Creek, GA 30022 678-512-3200 Johnscreekga.gov

SPORTS PROGRAM

Ambush Soccer 678-297-6130 Alpharettaambush.org Dojo Karate Multiple Locations Dojokarate.com

WEDDING VENUE

Roswell Country Club 2500 Club Springs Dr Roswell, GA 30076 770- 475-7800 Ccroswell.com Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd Roswell, GA 30075 770-992-2055 Chattnaturecenter.org

CONSIGNMENT STORE

The Finer Consigner 11130 State Bridge Rd F101 Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-751-3501 Twisted Thread 12660 Crabapple Rd Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-667-9110 Thetwistedthread.com

FARMERS MARKET

Alpharetta Farmers Market 1 South Main Alpharetta, GA 30009 404-402-5389 Alpharettafarmersmarket.com

RETAIL

Roswell Farmers Market 38 Hill Street Roswell, GA 30075 404-492-9938 Roswellfam.com

ANTIQUES STORE

FLORIST

Lakewood 400 1321 Atlanta Hwy Cumming, GA 30040 770- 889-3400 Lakewoodantiques.com

Alpharetta Flower Market 980 Birmingham Rd Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-475-2341 Alpharettaflowermarket.com

APPAREL BOUTIQUE

FURNITURE / HOME DECOR

All Inspired Boutique Multiple Locations 404-502-2172 or 678-381-1456 Allinspiredboutique.com

Belso Home Studio 30 N Main St Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-696-4995 Belso-home.com

ART GALLERY / RETAILER

JEWELER

Spruill Art Gallery 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd Dunwoody, GA 30338 770-394-3447 Spruillarts.org

Brown & Co. 674 Holcomb Bridge Rd Roswell, GA 30076 770-993-1080 Brownjewelers.com

BEVERAGE / WINE STORE

KIDS STORE

Red’s 270 South Main Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-664-7337

Learning Express Alpharetta 7300 North Point Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-740-1523 Learningexpress.com

Queen of Hearts 670 N Main St Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-297-7571 Queenofheartsantiques interiors.com

Clothes Horse 28 Milton Ave Alpharetta, GA 30009 870-275-1311 Clotheshorsemensapparel.com

Johns Creek Arts Center 6290 Abbotts Bridge Rd. Bldg. 700 Johns Creek, GA 30097 770-623-8448 Johnscreekarts.org

Total Wine Total Wine, Multiple Locations Totalwine.com

Best Little Flower Shop in Roswell 10800 Alpharetta Hwy, #228 Roswell, GA 30076 770-642-7878 Bestlittleflowershop.com

Exquisite Living Multiple Locations 770-807-0675 or 470-275-5888 Exquisitelivingatl.com

Iroff & Son 3960 Old Milton Pkwy #300 Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-751-7222 Iroff.com

Kid to Kid Multiple Locations, Kidtokid.com

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CPA

McHugh CPA Group 5550 Triangle pkwy #200, Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 770-449-0285 Mchughcpagroup.com S.J. Gorowitz Accounting & Tax Services, P.C. 5755 North Point Pkwy Suite 37 Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-740-0797 Sjgorowitz.com

DRY CLEANER SHOPPING / ENTERTAINMENT PLAZA Avalon 2200 Avalon Blvd Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-765-1000 Experienceavalon.com

Alpharetta City Center 251 Market Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 470-268-4328 Kliwins.com

SERVICES AUTO SERVICE REPAIR Extra Mile Tire Pros 2875 Bethany Bend Milton, GA 30004 678-566-6627 Extramiletirepros.com

Japanese Automotive Professional Service 369 Maxwell Road Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-740-0114 Japaneseautomotive.com

BANK / CREDIT UNION Providence Bank 4955 Windward Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30004 678-624-2265 Providencebankga.com

American Commerce Bank 10690 Medlock Bridge Rd Johns Creek, GA 30097 470-422-1200 Americancommercebank.com

CAR WASH

Cactus 12905 GA-9 Milton, GA 30004 770-343-9960 Cactuscarwash.com

Express Dry Cleaners 5805 State Bridge Road Johns Creek, GA 30097 770-623-6977 Expresscleaners123.com Pride Cleaners 3134 Old Alabama Rd Johns Creek, GA 30022 Pridecleaners.com

FINANCIAL PLANNER

McHugh CPA Group 300 Colonial Center Pkwy, Ste 100 Roswell, GA 30076 770-449-0285 Mchughcpagroup.com oXYGen Financial 35 Old Canton Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-777-0427 oXYGenfinancial.net

HAIR SALON/STYLIST

Aria Salons Multiple locations 770-475-8111, Ariasalons.net Ritual 5315 Winward Pkway, Ste A Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-676-0481 Ritualthesalon.com

HOME BUILDER/DEVELOPER The Providence Group 11340 Lakefield Drive Johns Creek, GA 30097 678-475-9400 Theprovidencegroup.com Chatham Legacy 5780 Windward Pkwy.

Suite 300 Alpharetta, GA 30005 Chathamlegacy.com

INFORMATION SERVICES Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau 178 S Main St Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-297-2811 Awesomealpharetta.com Roswell Convention & Visitors Bureau 617 S Atlanta St Roswell, GA 30075 770-640-3253 Visitroswellga.com

INSURANCE AGENCY

Stuart Perry Insurance Farmers 11550 Jones Bridge Rd., Ste 9 Johns Creek, GA 30022 404-780-0759 Agents.farmers.com Country Financial Michael Gordy 13560 Morris Rd Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-667-9749 Countryfinancial.com

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The Maids Multiple locations 404-256-3200 Maids.com

MERCHANT SERVICES Netcom Pay Systems 800-875-6680 Netcompaysystem.com

Great Point Technologies 678-624-1612 Greatpoint.cc

The Pink Plumber Thepinkplumber.com

PAINTER

Bear Mountain Custom Painting 1690 Redi Rd Cumming, GA 30040 678-455-2887 Bearmountainpainting.com

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LAW FIRM

Millard Law Firm 320 Maxwell Rd., #200 Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-319-9500 Familylawattorneyalpharetta.com Windward Law Group 12600 Deerfield Pkwy, Ste 125 Alpharetta, GA 30004 678-684-1500 Windwardlaw.com

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Image Maids Multiple locations 770-475-8700 Imagemaids.com

SL Reece SLReece.com

Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce 5755 North Point Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30022 404-445-8223 Alpharettachamber.com

Belso Home Studio 30 North Main Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-696-4995 Belso-home.com

InterDev 900 Holcomb Woods Pkway Roswell, GA 30076 770-643-4400 Interdev.com

Abby Byrd Photography 678-787-6060 Abbybreaux.com

PLUMBER

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Kat Nelson Designs, Inc. 770-751-8168 Katnelsondesigns.com

Carmichael Consulting 11660 Alpharetta Highway Ste 100 bldg 100 Roswell, Ga 30076 678-719-9671 Carmichaelconsulting.net

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Dream House Painting 69 S Main Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-873-2821 Dreamhousepainting.com

INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES

Puff N Fluff Pet Spa 11550 Jones Bridge Rd #8 Johns Creek, GA 30022 770-274-4600 Puffnfluffpetspa.com

Crabapple Bed & Bones 640 Dorris Rd Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-754-1700 Bedsandbones.net It’s a Dogs Life 11130 State Bridge Road, A101 Johns Creek, GA 30022 770-504-4555 Itsadogsliferesort.com

PET GROOMING

Puff N Fluff Pet Spa 11550 Jones Bridge Rd #8 Johns Creek, GA 30022 770-274-4600 Puffnfluffpetspa.com It’s a Dogs Life 11130 State Bridge Road, A101 Johns Creek, GA 30022 770-504-4555 Itsadogsliferesort.com

PET SUPPLY/BOUTIQUE Fido’s Market 5354 McGinnis Ferry Rd Alpharetta, GA 30005 678-240-0440 Fidosmarket.com

Pete’s Plumbing 2280 Justin Trail Alpharetta, Ga 30004 770-442-3934 Petesplumbing.com

PRE-SCHOOL / DAY CARE

Primrose School of Alpharetta 315 Henderson Village Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-664-7508 primroseschools.com/schools/ alpharetta Oak Grove Academy 3460 Francis Road Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-772-7474 Oakgroveacademy.org

PRIVATE K-12

Fulton Science Academy 3035 Fanfare Way Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-366-2555 Fultonscienceacademy.org Kings Ridge Christian School 2765 Bethany Bend Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-754-5738 Kingsridgecs.org

PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS Anchor Marketing 615 Hembree Pkwy, Ste 300 Roswell, GA 30076 770-587-0017 Anchormarketing.com

North Georgia Promotions 4040 Nine McFarland Dr. #1200 Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-710-0467 Ngapromotions.com

REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE

Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty 1125 Sanctuary Parkway, Ste 400 Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-442-7300 Atlantafinehomes.com

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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

High Hopes Childrens Therapy 3538 Old Milton Pkway Alpharetta, GA 30005 540-207-5163 Highhopestherapy.com Therapy & Learning Center of GA 11285 Elkins Rd, G-2 Roswell, GA 30076 678-824-2145 Tlcgeorgia.com

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Best Physical Therapy Practice of North Atlanta Thank you for voting Johns Creek Physical Therapy as the Best Physical Therapy Practice of North Atlanta for the second year in a row. Our belief is that this award reflects our unrelenting dedication to our patients and our endless commitment to customer service. Our family of patients will tell you that the environment created at Johns Creek Physical Therapy is uplifting and positive. The staff is focused on creating a unique treatment plan for each individual, rather than treating everyone like a number.

We also want to thank all our patients for referring their friends and family, entrusting us to care for the people they love most.

When we opened our doors 16 years ago, we adopted the company slogan, “The way Therapy should be.” We believe our motto says it all and it is our driving force in the excellence we deliver in caring for our patients and our commitment to service.

If you are doing therapy somewhere else and you are still looking for results, we invite you to call our office and ask for a free discovery visit. We will meet with you and see if there is something we can help you with. You do not need a referral to get started with a physical therapist in the state of Georgia. Check us out on google or just come on in and meet our award-winning team.

Again, thank you to everyone!

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Johns Creek Physical Therapy has been voted Best Physical Therapy Practice of North Atlanta two years running. Our belief is that this award reflects our unrelenting dedication to our patients and our endless commitment to customer service.

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Patient centered, state of the art women’s healthcare available in Alpharetta at Avalon, Johns Creek and Cumming With no time to be sick, in pain or have surgery, the providers of Modern OBGYN know that educating women with different options for surgery is important. Dr. John Reyes, Dr. Ingrid Reyes, Dr. Natu Mmbaga, Dr. Annie Kim, Dr. Stacey Pereira, and Dr. Christy Kenkel understand that one way of helping women in this busy world is through minimally invasive surgical options via robotic surgery and in-office surgical procedures.

“There are so many great options for women,” Dr. John Reyes said. “It’s our job to get that information to them and make them aware they don’t need large incisions, long hospital stays, or painful recovery times.”

Minimally invasive robotic surgery allows the physicians at Modern OBGYN to operate through just a few small incisions. Featuring a high-definition vision system and tiny wristed instruments that bend and rotate far greater than the human wrist, da Vinci enables them to operate with enhanced vision, precision and control.

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As the first surgeons to perform da Vinci robotic surgeries at Emory Johns Creek Hospital, husband and wife team Dr. Ingrid and Dr. John Reyes know some common issues that can be addressed with robotic surgery are hysterectomies, ovarian cysts, pelvic pain and heavy bleeding.

Striving to do their best for the women in the community, Dr. John said, “It’s a blessing to be able to do minimally invasive and robotic surgeries on patients suffering from longstanding issues such as infertility from endometriosis, fibroids, or pelvic adhesive disease.”

Established in 2010, Modern OBGYN has three convenient office locations in Johns Creek, on the Northside Forsyth campus in Cumming, and their newest office location in Alpharetta at Avalon.

Along with compassionate care for patients and their needed surgeries, Modern OBGYN strives to give expecting mothers the support they need by making sure that the mothers personally

know their provider. Modern OBGYN has a highly experienced team of Certified Nurse Midwives who work alongside each physician to provide well-rounded, patient-centered and personal obstetrical care. You’ll always know us, and we’ll always know you,” Dr. John said.

“No surprises when it comes time to deliver!”

Dr. John says the best part about building provider-patient relationships is, “We can help them become pregnant, and come full-circle to care for them during their pregnancy and delivery. It’s the full spectrum of caring for what’s so important to a woman’s life—her health and her family.”

Modern OBGYN also provides routine annual exams, Pap smears, HPV testing, irregular cycles, menopause and other common women’s issues. The physicians perform robotic surgery at both Emory Johns Creek Hospital and Northside Hospital-Forsyth.

For more information on Modern Ob/Gyn’s providers and services, please visit www.reyesobgyn.com.

Alpharetta Business Association celebrates 25 years of serving local businesses Back in 1994, a group of downtown Alpharetta merchants banded together to promote their shops and restaurants in an effort to draw customers to the area.

Now, 25 years later, that determination has paid off. That small group of business owners has transformed into the Alpharetta Business Association and Alpharetta has become one of the best cities to live, work and play in Metro Atlanta.

The Alpharetta Business Association was originally known as the Downtown Alpharetta Business Association (DABA) created 25 years ago. Today, the Alpharetta Business Association continues its commitment to the historic Alpharetta area as it continues to grow, change, and provide unlimited opportunities. The Alpharetta Business Association’s reach now extends beyond downtown to every corner of Alpharetta.

The organization welcomes all businesses in Alpharetta and the surrounding areas to join. Alpharetta Business Association membership includes

dedicated business professionals who work together to improve the business climate in Alpharetta.

The Alpharetta Business Association is the presenting organization of many local events and projects, including: • Downtown Alpharetta Farmers Market – award-winning market featuring nearly 100 vendors every Saturday from mid-April to the end of October.

• Alpharetta Business Expo – one of the largest business expos in North Fulton County.

• Brew Moon Fests – spring and fall events featuring live music, food, and of course brews.

• State of the City Address and Mayor’s Breakfast – annual event for the Alpharetta Mayor to deliver the outlook for the City in the coming year.

• Alpharetta Guidebook – comprehensive magazine that provides information about the City.

• Monthly morning and evening networking meetings.

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Morrow Family Medicine: bringing care back to healthcare Morrow Family Medicine is an independent family practice that uses state-of-the-art technology combined with old-fashioned care to produce the best outcomes for our patients.

Having practiced in Forsyth and North Fulton since 1998, Dr. Jim Morrow founded the practice in 2011 in Cumming. Morrow Family Medicine expanded into North Fulton with a location in Milton three years ago. Currently with seven providers, Morrow Family Medicine practices with a concentration in chronic disease management, episodic care and preventive medicine.

Patients are able to be seen “same-day” by utilizing the morning walk-in hour that guarantees that no patient has to wait for the care they need and deserve.

Patients are able to communicate online, via a smartphone app or traditional telephone to accomplish their healthcare goals. Return communication from the practice is prompt and useful, resulting in healthier outcomes for our patients.

Morrow Family Medicine is the originator of the Forsyth BYOT Benefit.

With two fund-raising events a year, the charity has donated over $300,000 to Forsyth County Schools to improve

the use of technology in the classroom and at home by providing devices and home Internet for those without it.

At Morrow Family Medicine, we know that you have many choices for healthcare, but we will strive to be the best choice for you. We are a technologically advanced, yet “old-fashioned” family practice. If you are looking for people who care, you have come to the right place. We believe that you will find a home with Morrow Family Medicine.

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The Memory Center Atlanta is the most unique and comprehensive community for those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Devoted specifically to memory care, our expertly designed program meets the challenging conditions of an aging brain with a caring, interactive community. We understand a diagnosis of dementia doesn’t mean you or your loved one stops living, rather it means finding new ways to live by providing assistance to maintain an active and meaningful lifestyle.

Our residents enjoy music, dancing, live entertainment, art, gardening, - even outings, pet therapy and religious services.

Enjoy a drink in the Chattahoochee Tavern, grab a movie in the Fox Theater or ice cream at the Bull Dog Café. All residents experience socialization and activities accessible across all levels of dementia.

Even those who need 24/7 care benefit from life at The Memory Center.

Overseen by our medical director who specializes in the field of geriatric healthcare, our team of Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants provide the best 24/7 care.

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John Emanuele Local Owner and Operator, My Miracle-Ear Centers My Miracle-Ear Centers in Gainesville and Cumming have been in the community for many years. Locally owned and operated, we are committed to the communities we do business in. As a part of the Miracle-Ear family, we use state-of-theart technology to remove the barriers of hearing loss and specialize in customizable hearing solutions that feature discreet, comfortable products designed to meet each individual’s hearing loss needs. The technology has come so far that many of our hearing aids are nearly invisible! Throughout our history, innovative technology, quality products and on-going personal care have been part of the Miracle-Ear experience. Our goal is to ensure our customers receive the best hearing health care and customer service from our knowledgeable and highly trained-hearing care professionals. We are proud to help people in our community reach their full hearing potential, and we are dedicated professionals passionate about finding the right solution for each patients’ lifestyle and needs.

Miracle-Ear is celebrating its 71th anniversary of providing customers with lifechanging hearing loss solutions. We are honored to be named as the Best Audiologist/Hearing Aid Provider of North Atlanta 2019. Stop in today and celebrate 71 Years of Sound with us!

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Best DERMATOLOGIST

An interview with Dr. Taylor

By Alyssa McNamara I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Taylor after his 2018 Best of win and again this week after his 3rd consecutive Best of win to talk about his continued success. The following is a compilation of both interviews.

Last year’s interview took place while Dr. Taylor held his newborn son Broderick or “Bodi.” As we discussed his practice’s progress, he laughed at the “happy chaos” that is his home life. Even without a newborn in his arms, he is as I remember him – warm and likeable. I looked back at my notes from my last interview and my observations still apply: “After speaking with him for an hour, I am well aware of the reasons for his renown.

He is warm, instantly calming, respectful and shockingly intelligent. Despite having a youthful face that, at first glance, might make you question his experience, his knowledge and surgical ability are well established: both are touted in patient reviews and displayed in a vast surgical portfolio. He is loved and respected by his patients and his staff, and it is easy to see why. He is, to say the least, a genuine individual and accomplished physician.”

Congratulations on winning both Best Dermatologist and Best Vein Specialist of North Atlanta yet again! You must be proud. It is quite an honor to win these titles, let alone several years in a row!

To what do you attribute to your success?

Dr. Taylor: Well thank you very much!

You’re right. It is an honor to win and I am extremely appreciative of the accolade.

I am very fortunate to live and work in an area that has exceptional healthcare including outstanding dermatologists and remarkable Mohs surgeons.

Moreover, residents of North Fulton are smart consumers, who do their research on their potential physicians. Given this, I truly value the confidence that my patients have placed in me.

I don’t have any hidden secret to Premier Dermatology’s success per se. I have been trained by exceptional physicians and I work with exceptional people. I strive to always be patientcentered, to put the patient first, to read up, perform extra research for my patients and advocate for them. Quality controls, back-up systems and patient care processes are an area of special interest for me. I have been an airplane pilot for over ten years, and I believe that the strategies for safety and quality that aviation emphasizes have translated

into improved processes within my own practice.

But most importantly, I really owe so much to our amazing staff! We have the same amazing staff that we did last year with one excellent addition. Given that, we are a small practice with only 8 staff members, I am beyond thankful for their expertise, compassion and the concern that they have for our patients. We spend a lot of time together given our 10 to 12 hour work days, so it is invaluable that we all get along and not only like our jobs but strive to excel and improve our processes. We have been open over two and half years now and are constantly trying to improve wherever we can. I think that’s part of our success: patients recognize our genuine concern and commitment to excellence.

Is there something that you feel sets you apart?

Dr. Taylor: Actually I do believe I spend an unusual amount of time with my patients. As a procedural dermatologist, I am used to a smaller volume of patients with longer visits so that translates over to my general dermatology patients. Granted sometimes that means my schedule runs behind, but ultimately our patients leave knowing that they received thorough, high quality care. And I appreciate the understanding my patients show me, because I think that they can tell that if I am running behind that it is because I chose to give a prior patient the time he or she needed rather than run on schedule.

Regarding Mohs surgery and vein care, my fellowship covered multiple aspects of surgical dermatology, so I feel that I am able to address some of the extra concerns that patients may have that would otherwise be referred to other specialists or simply not be handled, and I perform these services at the level you would expect from someone who is fellowship-trained and board-certified. For example, I can treat medically significant vein disease with various procedures such as laser ablation and foam sclerotherapy then, once resolved, clear up the cosmetic vein issues with sclerotherapy or laser treatments. I am also one of the only physicians in Georgia with a lab that allows me to cure melanoma with true Mohs surgery. In general, these would be treated by different specialists or would be treated using non-equivalent techniques.

Could you please comment on your background and experience?

Dr. Taylor: I believe my experience is notable given my number of years in

practice. Surgeons gain experience and perfect their skills through research and practice. As a result of training at very busy institutions then working for some of the busiest practices in Florida, I have performed over ten thousand dermatologic procedures. I completed my fellowship 5 years ago. Having been a Mohs surgeon at the University of Florida and also working in private practice in Florida before moving to Atlanta to be closer to family, I was lucky enough to take care of a great many patients who had extremely large cancers and required extensive reconstruction. As you might imagine, Florida residents need considerable dermatologic care. I am honored to take care of people with genuine need and am lucky to have been prepared by

outstanding mentors who trained me.

Upon starting my own practice here in Alpharetta, I already had the volume of experience usually found with a Mohs surgeon who has been in practice much longer.

Anything else you’d like to say?

Dr. Taylor: I really just want to say thank you very much! Thank you to our staff: you are valued and wonderful and we wouldn’t be continuing to excel without each and every one of you! Also thank you so very much to all of our patients and our community! Your confidence and support is greatly appreciated and rewarding. I look forward to continuing to strive to provide patients with exceptional care.

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Benefits of using a REALTOR® when going through the home buying and selling process Brought to you by – BILL RAWLINGS Senior Vice President & Managing Broker, North Atlanta Office, Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty is honored to have been chosen as the 2019 Best Real Estate Brokerage of North Atlanta by APPEN Media Group for the fourth Rawlings year in a row! We pride ourselves on creating relationships with our clients and successfully helping them find the homes of their dreams. Our focus is on our clients, as we provide million-dollar marketing for homes in all price ranges and believe that service defines the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand, not price point.

There are numerous benefits to using an agent when you are in the market to buy a new home, as this can be a stressful and intimidating process. Having a licensed professional to help walk you through the buying process can help to relieve the pressure and make your experience more enjoyable. Especially for a first-time home buyer, an agent will be by your side to answer your questions and concerns and prepare you for potential obstacles that may arise while professionally marketing your home to prospective buyers.

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Negotiating an offer: Your agent will advise you on an acceptable offer price, while also helping you to negotiate a deal that could save you money. This is such a crucial part of buying a home, and it allows your REALTOR® to use their expertise in the negotiation process.

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Overcoming obstacles: During the due-diligence period, new issues can arise and a real estate professional can help counsel you toward a solution. This is a time when negotiation is key and it is extremely helpful to have someone on your side who is knowledgeable, experienced, calm and in control, should a situation occur.

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Get to know Johns Creek Primary Care Johns Creek Primary Care is an Internal Medicine practice that specializes in adolescents, adults, and seniors where preventative care is our top priority. We have been recognized by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Patient-Centered Medical Home Program for offering high quality care by emphasizing access, health information technology, and coordinated care focused on patients.

We have been serving the Johns Creek area since 2001, and are confident that you will receive superior health care and customer service from our skilled and experienced staff. Our office was recently expanded and renovated to make it more handicap accessible.

Optifast weight loss program, dietician services, and many diagnostic tests including nuclear stress, ECHO, and ultrasounds are done in our office. Leading edge clinical research opportunities are also available for our patients.

7:00 AM office visits help you get to work earlier, and make fasting appoint-

ments easier. We also offer convenient Saturday office visits for our established patients by appointment or walk in for sick visits. We are proud to be awarded as the Best Internal Medicine Practice in North Atlanta.

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Thanks for Voting 7 Tequilas for Voted Best Sports Best of North Atlanta 2018 & 2019! Organization for 2019!

Established in 2001 we now have 4 locations serving the greater Atlanta area.

We pride ourselves in serving Authentic Mexican food, fresh margaritas and great service.

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The great taste of Mexico in Johns Creek The aroma of hot plates of mouthwatering Mexican cuisine welcomes you upon entering this Mexican Restaurant. With so many fresh authentic Mexican dishes to choose from, the hardest part of your visit will be picking just one!

Obviously, you will have to try the cheese dip with 7 Tequilas fresh made tortillas and salsa. You’ll savor not only the food but also the terrific ambiance. The weekday specials at 7 Tequilas make it a ‘must stop’ on your dining adventures throughout the week. www.7tequilasmexicanrestaurant.com

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Alpharetta Ambush Soccer Club is located at Webb Bridge Park, 4780 Webb Bridge Rd., Alpharetta and been serving the community for more than 20 years. We are grateful for the thousands of players and families who have made this possible. When we opened our Club in Alpharetta in 1999, there were less than 75 players in the club.

Currently Ambush have grown to over 1000 players between Club and Rec leagues. Alpharetta Ambush Soccer Club thank you sincerely as you have entrusted us to coach, train, and mentor the youth soccer players in our area.

We thank you for voting us “Best Sports Organization in North Atlanta” and we will continue to work to earn your vote and trust.

Over the years we have been fortunate to maintain a group of terrific staff members. Board Members, Head Coaches, Asst. Coaches, Team Managers, and Key Parents who volunteer endless hours all make up one of the best staffs in youth sports. Tremendous support is

also provided by the City of Alpharetta Recreation Parks and Cultural Services including but not limited to Tyler Spinnenweber, Soccer Coordinator and Nate Hand, Webb Bridge Park Manager. This entire group of dedicated individuals help create the backbone of our club and make participation at Ambush Soccer a positive and rewarding experience. We thank our staff and everyone at ARPCS who contributed greatly in this incredible award.

Our goal is to continue serving our community for many years to come.

We will strive to offer the best in youth soccer and continue to offer a safe and healthy environment for our players to grow on and off the field. We have soccer opportunities for youth players 6 to 18 years of age on a year round basis. You can contact us at 678-2976130 or ambushsoccer@comcast.net or www.alpharettaambush.org for more information.

From everyone at Ambush Soccer, we thank you for the past 20 years and thank you for voting us The Best Sports Organization in North Atlanta for 2019.

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First runner-up as the Best Networking Group in North Atlanta What a thrill and honor it is to have been voted 1st runnerup as the Best Networking Group in North Atlanta! Ensuring our members receive the most exciting opportunities to build their businesses has been our goal from the very start. When we began six years ago, little did we know how much fun it would be doing serious business!

We understand owning a business has its struggles - finding new clients, keeping up with community developments, overcoming business restrictions and shaking the right hands all play a part in your success. We listen to our members’ needs and challenges to create an environment that is welcoming, casual and engaging, and one which fosters building community and lifelong relationships resulting in growing your business and brand.

No two businesses are the same; each has its specific needs.

Being a local Chamber, we focus on the unique business community and design our products to fit your particular needs. When you invest in the Chamber, you get a plan that is right for your business. You might find your next client as part of our Golfing Network League, enjoy libations with associates at our Wine’d Up Wednesdays, cheer on businesses at our Network with our Rockstar or Ribbon Cutting events, hear hot-topic issues at our Coffee and Commerce sessions, learn the latest business resources at our Chews to Succeed lunch and learns, or be inspired at our Women Who Walk the Walk luncheons. Our calendar is always expanding – something of which we’re extremely proud – and is your guide to getting “plugged-in” to the community. Take a look for yourself at www. alpharettachamber.com.

The City of Alpharetta ranks high in the “Friendliest Cities in America,” and you’ll find our Chamber is pretty friendly as well.

Let’s laugh together, think together, build together and succeed together. We can’t wait to shake your hand and welcome you into our Chamber family. Cheers and once again ... Thank You!

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We offer a cozy atmosphere, friendly service, Great Italian cuisine, an extensive wine list and world class entertainment seven nights a week.

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In addition to being able to host your special event, we also offer catering and meals to go.

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Exquisite Living – Honored to be voted Best Furniture/Home Décor of North Atlanta 2019!

Exquisite Living owner, Zaina Wuest, and her team, are honored to be voted Best Furniture/Home Décor in the 2019 Best of North Atlanta contest. In just a few short years, Zaina Wuest has transformed her side gig as an interior designer to a thriving furniture and home design business.

Exquisite Living opened its doors in 2016 with a store on Atlanta Highway.

The space has since more than doubled from 3,200 square feet to 8,200 square feet. In 2017, Wuest left her corporate job to run the store full time.

This year, Exquisite Living opened its second location in Alpharetta City Center, right across from City Hall. The stylish furniture and elegant décor are right at home among the boutiques of the downtown.

Wuest credits her company’s fast growth and success to its superior customer service and the bonds she forms with her clients.

“It’s about the relationship and not feeling like you’ve gone somewhere and somebody just tried to sell you something,” she said.

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Wuest credits her company’s fast growth and success to its superior customer service and the bonds she forms with her clients. tants with an educational background in interior design.

“It’s one of the things we do differently, which is the reason our design side has done tremendously,” Wuest said.

“Most furniture stores offer complementary design service, but that’s just a sales person going in there and seeing what inventory they can pull out of the store.”

The designers work with the sales team and the client to help the homeowners come up with a plan for their space.

“We discuss with the client what their priorities are, their budget,” Wuest said.

“We’re really big on respecting budget and timeline.”

When she set out to build Exquisite Living, Wuest studied the factors that usually prevent someone from hiring a professional designer. Many shoppers feel pressured by sales people who put artificial deadlines on the design process, she said.

Wuest then set out to eliminate those hang-ups from her business model.

“The client can take a look at [the plan] and say ‘Today I have budget for two rooms. Six months down the road when my husband gets his bonus, I can do upstairs,’ and so on and so forth,” She said. “I think that’s a big differentiator for us. No one feels pressured.”

The designs give homeowners confidence in how their rooms will turn out.

“Once they get the plan they feel comfortable because they can visualize what their home is going to look like and now the decision is up to them when they want to do it and how much they want to spend,” she said.

This strategy of putting service before sales has proven fruitful, with many clients returning to Exquisite Living for multiple rooms or even multiple houses.

Wuest said developing trust with the

homeowners is the most valuable currency for her.

With a new location in the heart of Alpharetta, Wuest is looking for new ways to have Exquisite Living be involved with the community. She is researching ways the business can help local philanthropic groups.

“I really want to decorate for those children that suffer from cancer and have just a few days left, where they can be in a room that they enjoy and the room that they always wanted,” she said.

Another way the company is getting involved in the community, Exquisite Living recently partnered with Appen Media Group to hold a room makeover sweepstakes. One lucky Herald newspaper reader won a $5,000 room redesign.

“Every business ought to do something like this, especially when you’re such a neighborhood kind of business,” Wuest said. “I’d like to continue finding opportunities like that to do more.”

Exquisite Living has stores at 374 Commerce Street and 6225 Atlanta Highway. For more information about its services, visit exquisitelivingatl.com or call (770) 807-0675.

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Thanks for voting us Best Day Spa/Massage of North Atlanta 2019! We are so thrilled to have the community support and recognition of North Atlanta. Why should you try us? Waxing The City is an Exclusive studio devoted to the art of a more comfortable wax. We are very passionate about people, showing compassion and care to our clients, community and employees is of utmost importance to us. Our Cerologists are Licensed in the state of Georgia and required to complete extensive training at our corporate office on techniques to make our services as comfortable as possible. We take more time with our clients during our services, to provide a professional, relaxing spa-like experience. From Brows to Brazilians, our highly trained Cerologists offer a full range of professional facial and body waxing services for men and women with a 50% off discount for first time clients. We also provide Lash Lift services for those clients who want a more natural lifted look for their lashes, without any damaging effects. We are located on Windward Pkwy next to the Home Depot. For more information, please call us or visit us at: 470-275-5400 5250 Windward Pkwy, Ste. 114, Milton, GA.

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Voted Best Chiropractor 11 years in a row!

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It has been another year at Puff’n Fluff, and once again, our wonderful clients have continued to believe in us, support us, and recommend us! We cannot thank you enough for helping us grow our grooming family every year!

We are a salon team of passionate individuals who take education, care, and safety above and beyond the top standard. Our groomers go through the rigorous process of certification with the International Professional Grooming Association, and we have certified more groomers than any other salon in GA, giving us the distinction of a “Premier Grooming Salon” with the IPG. We select only the best products and tailor them to the unique skin and coat needs of each client, while also offering services to add a little pizazz to

your pet’s spa experience. We take our role as pet stylists seriously and want our clients and their humans to know that we aren’t just offering baths and haircuts-- we are offering decades of combined experience, knowledge, and an unwavering loyalty to the craft of pet grooming!

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Willis Chiropractic has been located on North Main Street in Alpharetta, serving the community for more than 30 years. We are grateful for the 10,000+ patients who have made this possible. When we opened our practice in Alpharetta, there were less than 3500 folks living here, and the current estimate is around 60,000. We have seen tremendous growth over the years and we thank you for helping us grow within our city. You are our neighbors, our church friends, our golfing buddies; you have entrusted us to care for you and your children, but most importantly, you are a part of our family. We thank you for voting us “Best Chiropractor in North Atlanta” and we will continue to work to earn your vote and trust.

Our goal is to continue to serve you; our community and friends, for as long as you need the care and attention we offer. We will strive to offer the best in

health care and continue to offer a natural healthcare solution to those seeking our services. Our goal is to keep you healthy and active so you can enjoy your life fully. We have convenient Monday through Friday hours and our walk-in clinic means no appointments are necessary. For the past 30+ years we have served you faithfully and we promise to continue with that philosophy.

From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you for the past 30+ years and thank you for voting us The Best Chiropractor in North Atlanta for the past 11 years.

You can contact us at 770-740-8740 or www.willischiropractic.com.

— Dr. Gary Willis, Dr. Sadie Winter, Janet Willis, Tara Bowman, and Nancy Tortorello

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Extra Mile Tire Pros THANKS YOU! Every business claims to be the best. We just are the best. Our satisfied customers speak for themselves, in saying we have exceeded their expectations and continue to provide amazing service beyond just a tune up or tire rotation. The reviews and testimonials from our Milton and Alpharetta neighbors keeps them coming back for all their automobile needs. We offer full auto repair services on both foreign and domestic automobiles. Please give us a call or stop by, and see how our friendly staff will go above and beyond to help you with your auto repair needs.

We look forward to building a long term relationship with you. If there is anything we can do for you, don’t hesitate to contact us or visit www. extramiletirepros.com for more information.

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BEAUTIFULLY FUNCTIONAL DESIGNS Creating an environment that infuses the desired needs, vision and unique personality of each client is how we approach each design project. A home is a sanctuary, a retreat, their personal haven for those that live there.

We take that seriously, creating projects that are as individual and unique as each client. Each home should, not only beautiful, but highly functional and age gracefully.

Our client focused approach, personalized service and ability to weave modern elegance into traditional spaces allows for functional daily living for today’s busy families. In order to make each Kat Nelson Design project unique, it is essential to merge the personality of the space, the needs of the client with current design.

Kat Nelson Designs has more than 13 years of experience as a full- service design firm based in Atlanta. Our projects range from West to East coast with many repeat clients. www.katnelsondesigns.com

Testimonials – Kat Nelson Deigns “Kat Nelson Designs aesthetic elevates and compliments our family style. Her creative eye is uniquely layered seeing more than I could ever. With Kat’s help, I will not have to live with costly mistakes (from lighting to paint choices) ever again.

I can’t wait to work with her again!”

“I have used Kat Nelson Designs several times over the past several years in different capacities and the results have always been spectacular, classy and timeless. Kat has the ability to understand the look and style of her client and make recommendations accordingly. She is very versatile and can assist in all types of décor - traditional, modern, eclectic, etc. Kat is excellent with colors and finding unusual fabrics that make the room unique. She also is fantastic with lighting, rugs, and furniture pieces that you don’t see everywhere. She recently help me with the exterior paint of our house and I could not be more happy, especially since this decision will be with our family for some time. The entire design experience is professional and personal in every way. I would trust her with any design needs and hope to use her for my next project.”

Thank you for Voting Us Winner – Best Seafood of North Atlanta 5 Years in a Row! 2015 – 2019 Fry Me 2 The Moon is an award winning, local, and family owned restaurant. They specialize in fried seafood, but also offer grilled and baked options. They value their regular guests and always welcome newcomers.

You can always ensure you are in good hands at Fry Me 2 The Moon. Everything is cooked to order by chefs that have decades of experience brought from New York to Atlanta.

The restaurant is located at 5155 Atlanta Highway inside the Mardi Gras Plaza.

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Highest quality care to the highest quality patient family Our mission at North Fulton Smiles is to provide the highest quality care to the highest quality patient family. We appreciate that the needs and desires of each patient are different and so we provide every patient with an exceptional level of individualized attention and care.

From cosmetic to restorative services, the staff at North Fulton Smiles is trained on cutting edge techniques and technology to ensure that our patient family has access to the very best of everything.

North Fulton Smiles recently celebrated our 10 year anniversary.

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While our focus on excellent care has contributed to our success, it is our exceptional and growing patient family that has made North Fulton Smiles the area’s leader in quality dental care.

We understand that relationships are truly the key to any success and so we promise to continue putting forth our very best effort to cultivate and nurture a culture of quality care and gratitude.

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Isn’t my home worth more money?

My neighbor’s home sold quickly and for more than asking price, but not mine. John Hogan, owner of Remodeling Expo Center, says “I’m confronted with this question all the time.” At Remodeling Expo Center we’re in the business of making our customer’s home investment grow. Mr. Hogan emphasizes. “It’s both an art and a science”. People can debate about how much, or what to remodel but the core answer is – “Remodeling is an investment, not an expense”, and because it’s such a large investment, professional advice should be sought.

I general, people who do not ever remodel their homes, and believe that their homes will naturally appreciate are the people who are the most disappointed with their home values. The fact is that, the value of a home is determined by what someone is willing to pay for it, and as time passes, the desirability of the elements of a home change (closet size, stainless appliances, etc.). It’s analogous to a stock market investor rebalancing their portfolio over time.

These days people move around a lot, due to schools, jobs etc. “My favorite customers are the one who have made significant profits because we’ve remodeled 2 or 3 homes for them” says Mr. Hogan. “We know what the new home buyer wants, and we adapt homes to have these features, designs and colors, so they sell fast and for maximum price.

We know where and how much money to spend. We advise homeowners to spend only “Smart money”.

At Remodeling Expo Center we’re in the business of making our customer’s home investment grow.

Home owners who profit on the sale of their homes have a savvy investor attitude and just like the stock market, if you don’t invest, you don’t profit. And just like the stock market, over time, it only goes up. With your home, invest in the right amounts and in the right places” your home value will increase impressively.

Here are some examples of easy ways to improve home value: open up the kitchen to the family room, make room for a big single level island, paint the house something other than beige!, remove all the cultured marble in the bathroom, get rid of all the gold/brass fixtures in the bathroom and lastly install recessed can lighting to brighten the house up.

To learn more about how to boost your home value, contact The Remodeling Expo Center at 404 910-3969 or stop in at 48 King Street, Roswell, GA 30075. www.RemodelingExpo.com

John Hogan and Brittany Lingerfelt, Remodeling Experts

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This summer we celebrated our 31st anniversary in Alpharetta and we are very thankful for the opportunity to help so many patients “Love your Smile!” Also, this summer we were voted “Best Orthodontist” for the 6th year in a row in the Appen Media News “Best of North Atlanta” contest. Thanks to all of you who voted! We recently announced that we are partnering with Smile Doctors to take our patient centered treatment to an even higher level. Smile Doctors shares our passion to provide the highest quality orthodontic service in the most effective manner possible. We will continue to strive to provide our service professionally and efficiently to ensure that the orthodontic experience is gratifying to the patient, the parents, and the orthodontic team.

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The best breakfast is here!

Here at The Original Pancake House Alpharetta we do things differently than other breakfast restaurants. There are a lot of quality features that you can only get at our location in the ever growing breakfast market. For many years full service breakfast restaurants have been under served in the restaurant market arena. That is slowly becoming not the case as many new full service breakfast chains and franchises emerge on the scene.

The Original Pancake House is a franchise and one of the oldest. OPH started franchising in 1954. We are unique in that we have not changed a thing since then. The menu and the recipes are the same. The quality and ingredients we use are uncompromised.

Just a few examples: We squeeze orange juice every morn-

ing. It takes 5 to 8 oranges to make a single glass of juice.

We buy all of our eggs from a local egg farmer. He delivers hundreds of dozens of eggs to us several times a week and we hand crack them all. Other breakfast restaurants buy eggs that are bagged and cracked by a machine in advance.

We clarify butter to season all of our pancake griddles and to cook all of the eggs in. Our pancake batter is made from scratch with our own sour starter.

The list goes on.

We are very proud to be once again voted Best Breakfast in The Best of North Atlanta and we want to thank our loyal clientele who obviously appreciates our uncompromising commitment to serving the same menu year after year after year without changing a thing.

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Your go-to burger joint After 1 million branded-bun burgers, we are so very grateful to be your go-to burger joint for good times and great food!

THANK YOU for choosing BurgerFi as BEST BURGER for six years in a row! THANK YOU for voting us winner of BEST FAMILY RESTAURANT! THANK YOU, for BEST PATIO DINING runner up! We are humbled and privileged to be honored with this kind of love & support from you, our community!

Often, we are asked, what does “BurgerFi” mean?

BurgerFi is abbreviated from “BurgerFication”, meaning ‘changing the way people eat burgers.’ BurgerFi changed the operational model burger chains have used for decades; the biggest change is in the quality of meat we serve. Our meat is superior to any other quick serve restaurant; here’s how we know how our quality stacks up: BurgerFi Scores “A” Grade BurgerFi was identified as one of the TOP two national brands in the burger industry having the highest standards for our beef. We received an «A» grade on the 4th Annual Chain Reaction Scorecard released by six major consumer and environmental organizations.

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Your pet deserves the best We are truly honored and extremely grateful to have been selected as the First Runner Up for Best Veterinarian North Atlanta 2019, thank you to those who voted for us. In our 45 years serving the North Atlanta communities, we can always attribute our success to three things: our doctors, our staff, and our CLIENTS. If it weren’t for our amazing clients entrusting us with their pets and allowing us to build long-lasting

relationships with them and their pets, we wouldn’t be who we are today.

We are so very grateful for our incredible staff who show up daily and love your pets as much as you do, and work tirelessly to provide them with the best care. And we feel so very blessed and humbled to be your top choice... we don’t take that lightly. Thank you so much for choosing Alpharetta Animal Hospital!

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Fulton Science Academy Private School Recently named the most diverse high school in Atlanta and ranked as seventh overall by Niche.com, Fulton Science Academy Private School (FSAPS) is one of Alpharetta’s most unique educational institutions. Nestled in the heart of Alpharetta near downtown, FSAPS is accessible and strategically located. With the student population approximately 675, FSAPS emphasizes small classes and an intimate student-teacher ratio.

This classroom model allows for personalized, learning-focused preparation and enhances the overall citizenship of students. In addition to a Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) curriculum, FSAPS is STEM and AdvancedEd accredited. This means students pursue advanced content for core subject areas, including high school offerings of AP courses. For two years, FSAPS has produced semi-finalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program.

Although it is emphasized, academic excellence is only part of the equation.

Students are guided by acclaimed, published, and nationally recognized experts in math, social studies, science, and robotics. The academic teams at FSAPS have been honored to represent the state of Georgia not just nationally, but also internationally. These competitions

have included Math Counts, Science Olympiad, and more. Students also have opportunities to participate in national honor societies and leadership groups.

They are supported closely by advisors, who work with them in small groups to accomplish leadership and service-oriented projects that significantly impact their communities.

Our mission statement reads: “To establish an educational framework designed to achieve the highest academic results and instill enduring strength of

character by leveraging innovation and STEAM curriculums for college preparedness and lifelong student success.”

These words convey the objectives not only of the institution’s outstanding students, but also of the faculty. At FSAPS, students are encouraged to think outside the box, to practice and apply critical thinking, and to understand the impact of their actions and innovations on the greater community; more important, students are encouraged to practice supporting others and their initiatives.

At the 2019 graduation ceremony of FSAPS’s first senior class, the collective diversity of volunteerism, leadership, academics, athletics, and creativity were evidenced as the driving force behind the graduates. It was not one characteristic of any individual, but the collective aspects of an FSAPS education coming together to produce a complete student, prepared and ready to thrive in the outside world. Graduates from this class have gone on to pursue honor programs at some of the nation’s top universities, including: Brown, UC Berkeley, Purdue, UNC Chapel Hill, and Georgia Tech.

As an organization that combines academics with professionalism, community involvement and partnerships are pivotal. As a member of the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), students here have access to resources that help build life skills. Many students have been accepted into the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GNFCC) Young Leaders Program annually, and more have participated in events hosted by the Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce. These relationships cement for students the truth that they are more than just individuals, but integral parts of a greater community with important roles.

Medical Fitness and Wellness Group Founded in 2014 and winner for best Nutritionist and best Holistic/ Alternative Medicine in North Fulton, Medical Fitness and Wellness Group is the only fully integrated wellness facility in Johns Creek providing Personal Training, Corrective Exercise, Chiropractic care, Corrective Massage Therapy, Medical Exercise for chronic conditions, as well as our award-winning nutrition program for weight loss and diabetes prevention/ management.

Whether it is to tone up, lose weight, strengthen your core, manage a condition, improve the performance of your favorite sport, or just improve your flexibility and live pain-free, Medical Fitness and Wellness Group has got you covered.

How are we different?

All of our practitioners are in one location. This means that everyone responsible for your health and wellbeing will be on the same page with your care. No more having to go to two, three, or four different health providers that may not be in communication with your other doctors and wellness providers. When your wellness team is all in one location it saves time. We

can collaborate which each other about your care right from the start, and come up with a customized wellness plan for you.

Come find out why our integrated approach is better for you!

Medical Fitness and Wellness Group 10700 Medlock Bridge Road, Suite 105 Johns Creek, GA 30097 770.623.4078 www.exercise4prevention.com

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Fulton Science Academy embraces an innovative, STEAM-based curriculum.

Our growing student body isdiverse and reflects award-winning academic teams, competitive athletes, personal entrepreneurs, professional working actors, and award-winning critical thinkers. Built upon core values of character, excellence, and innovation, FSAPS is shattering industry stereotypes by building strong students and great human beings.

Serving Advanced & Gifted Students Pre-K to High School 3035 Fanfare Way Alpharetta GA 30009 Email: info@fultonscienceacademy.org Phone: (678) 366-2555 Fax: (678) 366-2333 Website: http://fultonscienceacademy.org

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Thank you for voting Midway Animal Hospital the Best Veterinarian in North Atlanta We are extremely thankful and humbled for all the support that we have received from our local communities.

Midway Animal Hospital strives to provide the best quality veterinary medicine, while promoting a family friendly environment. To ensure pets get the best care available all our veterinarians undergo yearly training on current medical and surgical procedures. We also utilize state of the art diagnostic equipment including in-house laboratory testing, digital radiology and ultrasonography.

Midway Animal Hospital is proud to be an AAHA accredited practice. The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) strictly regulates membership and only accepts animal hospitals that meet the highest standards of care.

Currently only 12-15% of all animal hospitals are AAHA accredited.

If you are in need of a new veterinarian or would like to know more about Midway Animal Hospital please give us a call at 770-475-2003 or find us on the web at www.MidwayVets.com.

We look forward to continuing to provide outstanding service to our clients and topquality veterinary medicine to their furry friends.

Thanks for Voting Us North Atlanta’s Best Veterinarian Monday Friday – 8am-6pm Saturday – 8am-12pm Sunday – closed Midway Animal Hospital is a full service AAHA accredited animal hospital servicing Milton, Alpharetta, Cumming and surrounding areas for more than 30 years

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Best German restaurant in North Atlanta for 2018 and 2019!

Thank you for voting Gasthaus Tirol the Best German restaurant in North Atlanta for 2018 and 2019! We have the best customers! Thanks also to our Executive Chef, Reinhold Weger for keeping the cuisine authentic and training our staff to keep that way. Whether you come in for one of our 14 imported beers on tap and a pretzel to relax in the beer garden or to enjoy one Chef Reinhold’s signature dishes and strudel, we would enjoy you stopping in. 310 Atlanta Rd, Cumming GA 30040 – 770-844-7244 www.gassthaus-cumming.com

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OrthoAtlanta Orthopedics and Sports Medicine is proud to be named 2019 Best Orthopedic Practice in North Atlanta for 3rd Consecutive Year Thank you Herald readers for naming OrthoAtlanta the Best Orthopedic Practice in North Atlanta in 2019 for the third year in a row!

The physicians and staff at OrthoAtlanta in Johns Creek and Gwinnett are proud to provide exceptional orthopedic care closer to home with easily accessible locations and the convenience of one-stop for expert musculoskeletal care valued by patients today from initial examination, to onsite X-ray, MRI Imaging, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation services including physical therapy.

Comprehensive operative and nonoperative musculoskeletal care and expertise includes sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, hip replacement, knee replacement, neck and spine surgery, elbow and shoulder surgery, wrist and hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, pain management, arthritis treatment, general orthopedics, work

related injuries and acute orthopedic urgent care.

OrthoAtlanta physicians serving both Johns Creek and Gwinnett include Tuan Bui, MD, spine; Snehal Dalal, MD, hand and upper extremity; Richard Johnston, MD, sports medicine; William Lichtenfeld, MD, physical medicine and rehabilitation; Brian Morgan, MD, sports medicine; Obi Osuji, MD, adult total joint; Jeffrey Smith, MD, sports medicine and foot and ankle; and David Stokes, MD, sports medicine. Douglas Kasow, DO, spine and spinal trauma, sees patients at the Gwinnett office. The team is supported by physician assistants, physical therapists, and technicians. A dedicated workers’ compensation coordinator assists employees, as well as employers, case managers, and claims adjusters.

OrthoAtlanta Johns Creek and Gwinnett offices serve existing patients and accept new patients with orthope-

dic and sports medicine needs ranging from sprains, strains and fractures to the most complex total joint preservation, reconstruction or replacement and both non-surgical and surgical

spine care. Schedule an appointment at OrthoAtlanta Gwinnett, 678-9570757, or Johns Creek, 678-205-4261, or book online at www.OrthoAtlanta. com.

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Home Helpers of Alpharetta voted Best Home Care for Seniors for the third time!

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Marking our third year in a row, we’d like to sincerely thank everyone who voted for us!

“It’s been so rewarding to be trusted by our clients and their families as we partner to help them maintain their independence as they age in place in the comfort of their own home” say Hilary and Greg Eldridge. “We feel that through it all, it’s our commitment to a truly personalized approach that makes the difference between good and great care. As our clients have needs that change, we fine tune their care and do everything we can to help them thrive.”

Hilary and Greg built this business as a tribute to Hilary’s father, and set out seven years ago to raise the bar for in-home care. “I saw what a difference truly personalized care made in my Dad’s life and always strive to provide the kind of care he’d be proud to have inspired”, says Hilary. “His youthfulspirit perspective is the cornerstone of our commitment to recognize that despite the passing years, each of our clients has a youthful spirit. Engaging that lets us share in the richness of their lives, both past and the present.”

Our caregivers and supervisory team are key to our success, and you’ll quickly recognize that this is more than a career for them, it’s a calling. Their heart-centered approach to caregiving is apparent when you see them connect with a client to not just bring a smile, but help bring confidence and joy to face the day. We go through a careful caregiver and client matching process, with screening and training programs that recognize not just their skills, but their personality and spirit.

We’re there when you need us - from six hours a day, several days a week to 24/7 care.

A Home Helpers caregiver has the skills to assist with all personal care, help around the house, safely speed up recovery from surgery, or provide specialized care for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, etc.

“One of the biggest changes we’ve seen this year is the growing realization on the part of our clients and their families that as physical and emotional needs become more complex, live-in care is an alternative that can be an ideal choice”, says Greg. “The continuity of care and totally customized service is a major benefit for your loved one. With typically two caregivers involved, the reliability and constancy can be very calming. A heart-centered Home Helper caregiver lives in a home for four days a week, with another caregiver completing the weekly schedule. They provide all the support needed and sleep there, so they are available for minimal quick assistance at night or when emergencies happen. As long as they can get five hours of uninterrupted sleep and eight hours total for a good night’s rest, it provides a safe and secure environment in the comfort of home. With a daily versus hourly fee, it can also be sound economically.”

For a free in-home consultation to create a customized plan to help your loved one live life to the fullest, please call Home Helpers of Alpharetta at (678) 430-8511.

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By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — The Chattahoochee River is one of Roswell’s beloved assets, and soon, local volunteers will spend an afternoon tending to its health and cleanliness.

On Sept. 28, Keep Roswell Beautiful will host its annual Rivers Alive Cleanup. The tradition was started statewide by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources back in 1993 to clean litter in and around Georgia’s rivers.

Roswell’s event will focus specifically on the roads and trails surrounding the downtown Roswell area as well as removing litter in the Chattahoochee River.

In addition to litter cleanup, volunteers will be removing the invasive privet shrub from Riverside Park.

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Volunteers annually clean the Chattahoochee River area during the statewide Rivers Alive Cleanup event. keep our natural environment clean and beautiful,” said Environmental Education Coordinator and Keep Roswell Beautiful Executive Director Vicki Culbreth.

The benefits of keeping Roswell’s rivers and water sources are numerous, she said.

The Chattahoochee River and Big Creek are the sources of our drinking water, so it’s definitely in our best interest to keep them healthy and clean,” Culbreth said. “Plus, here in Roswell, we love using our streams and rivers for recreation. Year-round, you see people boating, paddle boarding, swimming and

fishing. Clean water is a major component of human health as well as the health of the local flora and fauna.”

Storm water pollution, when rainwater washes pollutants into waterways, is especially prevalent in suburban cities like Roswell, Culbreth said.

She added that some of the most common pollutants include dog waste, which can cause bacteria spikes; fertilizers, which can cause algae blooms and decreased oxygen; pesticides, which can harm aquatic animals; and litter, which can harm wildlife and is often an eyesore.

Cleanup, however, can help to reduce such damage.

Last year, more than 150 volunteers helped with cleanup efforts, and organizers are hoping to pull in even more this year.

This year’s cleanup starts at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28 at Riverside Park, 575 Riverside Road, Roswell.

Volunteers can help with road cleanup, storm drain marking and privet pulling.

Those interested in waterway cleanup should bring their own watercraft.

People of all ages can volunteer in the road cleanup, but there are some age restrictions for other activities.

Although the Rivers Alive Cleanup is once a year, citizens can take small steps to help keep rivers clean yearround. Culbreth outlined some options.

“We should remember that anything we put on the ground will likely end up on the river at some point,” she said.

“We encourage people to apply only the minimum amount of fertilizers and pesticides in their yards and carefully read instructions before doing so. Picking up after your pets, even in your own yard, is crucial. Keep your vehicles in good repair, so they aren’t leaking motor oil or other chemicals. And perhaps the most obvious solution is don’t litter.”

People can sign up to volunteer for the 2019 Rivers Alive Cleanup and sign waivers online at roswellgov.com. The registration deadline is Sept. 20.

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A stranger’s discourse on modern trucks 2019 Ford Ranger The man waiting for his new tires to be installed was in a talking mood.

Punctuated by the yelping of impact wrenches, he talked at length about what is wrong with the modern truck JOE PARKER market. You see, he Reporter joe@appenmediagroup.com said, the issue is that new trucks are way too big, technological and expensive.

But he knew how to address the problem.

All that was needed to get affordable, new trucks into the hands of his bluecollar brethren was a company — of his creation — to manufacture a basic rolling chassis and body. These would be sold directly from the factory, no dealerships whatsoever, he said proudly.

Buyers could then paint the body whatever color they wanted, spruce up the interior with whatever amenities and materials that tickled their fancy (my words), chose their own wheels and tires and make all the necessary connections.

In just a short while, you can have a brand-new truck, mostly of your own creation, that will get the job done without breaking the bank.

I still have no idea what spurred the man into talking about his idea, maybe it was the rubber fumes, but his sentiments do have merit. After all, trucks these days are big and full of tech. Of course, that makes new models expensive and beyond the means of the average working man.

However, I can see more than a few holes in his plan to address the issue.

So, while we wait for his kit truck company to get off the ground, those wanting a midsize truck will have to turn to the established market, which again includes the Ford Ranger, pronounced dead in 2011 but now back in the fray.

Mr. Tire Shop Man would likely not be happy with the price of the new Ranger. The SuperCrew (extended cab) in Lariat trim starts at over $38,000, and my tester had several options, including the Lariat technology, trailer tow, sport appearance and FX4 off-road packages, putting the grand total at nearly $44,000.

And that is the territory of the Ranger’s big brother. An F-150 Lariat SuperCrew starts at just a few hundred dollars more.

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easy to park in crowded lots, it never felt cumbersome while traveling along city thoroughfares and most people will be able to fit it in their garage, a sphincterclenching process in an F-150.

That is not to say the Ranger is miniscule. Whether a SuperCrew or SuperCab (short cab), the 2019 Ranger is seven inches longer, 14 inches wider and around four inches higher than the biggest 2011 model. Of course, in the 2002 Ranger XLT I once owned, you had to sit sideways on a pullout seat that was about as wide as a single buttock if you wanted to sit behind the front row. The 2019 model is far more accommodating in the rear, though calling it comfortable would be a stretch.

The backrests sit straight upright, and the cushions rise sharply to the front and sit low to the floorboard. Sitting in the rear made me feel like I was standing at attention from the waist up and in the fetal position south of my belt.

Comfort increases exponentially in the front where there is plenty of room to wiggle and the seats are cozy, but the ride is a bit jarring.

My tester came with aforementioned FX4 off-road package, so the all-terrain tires, tuned suspension and off-road shocks could be to blame. If so, you will be sacrificing road comfort for ability off the paved paths — my Ranger bounced around town and over even the most insignificant road imperfections.

Ford recently announced an FX2 package which adds some of the same amenities for two-wheel drive models.

At this point Mr. Tire Shop Man

would likely be huffing at my complaints over the rear seats and springy ride.

Trucks are meant for work, not comfort, he’d likely say.

For that, the Ranger does fit the bill for those who need to do some hauling but do not need the capability of a halfton truck. But don’t get the assumption it is a slouch. The Ranger’s bed can handle between 1,560-1,860 pounds with an extended cab providing 43-cubic feet of cargo space and the short cab offering nine more cubic feet. All models can tow up to 3,500 pounds but opting for the trailer tow package ($495) increases that figure to 7,500, which is actually more than some full-sized trucks depending on the engine under the hood.

On the topic of engines, there is only one option for the Ranger, but it is a gem.

The 2.3-liter EcoBoost inline four dishes out 270 horsepower and 310 lb.-ft. of torque. The Ranger’s power plant is 30 horsepower in the negative compared to the Chevy Colorado’s 2.5-liter inline four, but it blasts the 152-horspower Nissan Frontier’s four-banger and is not far off from the ponies offered by the V6-powered Honda Ridgeline and Toyota Tacoma.

No matter the comparison, the EcoBoost is silky smooth while providing quick acceleration and plenty of grunt.

Around town it’s mostly quiet and buttery in its power delivery and is highly responsive to acceleration input.

The EcoBoost is paired with a 10-speed automatic that is generally unnoticeable but can stumble in stop-and-go driving.

Although it would likely be deemed superfluous to Tire Shop Man, the base

Ranger’s interior is pretty barebones.

You get the same 2.3-inch infotainment screen and “productivity” screen in the instrument cluster that came in my wife’s 2014 Fiesta, vinyl floor covering and a legally required backup camera.

Most buyers will want to opt for the mid-level XLT trim which adds a Wi-Fi hotspot, cruise control, lane-keep assist, blind spot monitoring, automatic high beams, a USB port, dual zone climate control and an 8-inch touchscreen.

Lariat trim adds a B&O sound system, adaptive cruise control, rain-sensing wipers, leather-trimmed seating and other features.

While the Ranger’s exterior is rather handsome, the interior look evokes a hearty “meh.”

Though some controls and buttons are small for those with sausage fingers, the layout is intuitive, and switching from two to four-wheel drive can be done on the fly with a turn of the consolemounted dial. The same knob controls Ford’s Terrain Management System that tunes the Ranger for driving on mud, sand, snow or other surfaces.

In its first year back, the revitalized Ranger can have a ride bouncier than a Baywatch babes’ chest, its backseat is best suited for contortionists and the price tag can balloon quickly to half-ton money in higher trim. But the Ranger also has a fantastic engine, good midsize capability, respectable MPG figures, and ample overall size without being a behemoth.

But it is nowhere as memorable as Tire Shop Man’s tirade.

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A new place to hike A friend of ours called me this week and asked, “When are you going to report on that fossil collecting trip? I want to know how it turned out!”

Well, I’m going to put off the fossil update for one more week because I want to tell you about one of the joys of rambling around in the Georgia outdoors — specifically, the fun of finding a place that (to me at least) is new.

If you’ve lived in an area very long, new places get hard to find. But I found one the other day. It’s Birmingham Park in Milton, and it awaits you at the end of the little road that runs between Fire Station No. 43 and the Birmingham Baptist Church. Put 750 Hickory Flat Road into your GPS, and you’ll be on your way.

How did I come to find it? Well, my friend Alan is the new pastor at the Birmingham Baptist. I went to hear him preach on his very first day. I’ve got to say it sure was a friendly church, and Alan did some serious preaching too.

Anyway, as I neared the church before the service that Sunday morning, I noticed a sign for a park. A new park?

New to me anyway! There wasn’t time to check it out just then, but I had a free afternoon coming up. I’d explore it then.

Fast-forward a few days, and there I was driving the last few dozen yards to the park. On my left was the fire station; on my right was the church. It occurred me that I was surrounded by fire insurance.

The road ended at a wide spot with

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room for several cars, and there I was.

Birmingham Park’s main feature is its trail system.

These trails are open to hikers and horseback riders. There’s an informational sign with a map of the STEVE HUDSON park’s surprisingly Get Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net extensive trail system, and I’d suggest taking a photo of the map with your cell phone to help you keep track of where you are as you explore.

There are two ways to access the trails. One is to start on the old woods road near the big sign, following it downhill and around a sweeping curve, past an old structure and a big field and then into the heart of things. Several trails connect with the woods road, opening the door to a wide range of hiking possibilities.

What about the second way access?

It’s near the back left corner of the parking area. But don’t be fooled by that inviting opening through the fence, despite the fact that it seems to call out, “Come this way!” All you’ll find beyond it is a number of indistinct paths that meander around and eventually disappear. I’m betting they’re the legacy of hikers who, like me, figured that the fence opening was the place to start — but then, like me, soon realized that this was not the case.

As it turns out, the real second ac-

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cess point is just a few yards farther left of the fence opening. There, you’ll spot a clearly blazed trail leading off down the hill. It’s remarkably obvious once you see it (and shady and scenic once you start hiking). It’s become my preferred way to access these trails.

The trails themselves represent a delightful mix of upland and lowland and level and strenuous. Near the back of the park where the trail passes close to the upper reaches of Little River, there are place where the trail is narrow and overgrown. But it’s never hard to follow.

As you might guess, I was particularly interested in the section of trail which paralleled the water. For the most part, the creek flows at the bottom of steep banks. But there are places where spur trails have formed leading from the waterside trail down to the stream.

One of those spurs leads to a spot that’s nigh onto perfect if you happen to be a golden retriever — an ideal spot to plop down in the water and cool off after an hour spent hiking with their people.

“It’s really a nice spot for us dogs,” said Flossie the Golden Retriever when I met her and her People on the trail. You didn’t know I spoke Dogese, did you?

Well, I do. Be impressed! It is not an easy language to learn, but Ellie my resident Mini Schnauzer has been working on it with me. After all, you can’t know too many languages. I have potential, she says, and so I practice whenever I meet a dog like Flossie who will take the time to chat.

“How’s the water?” I ask Flossie.

She wags her tail and replies, “Not bad.” Apparently so! She’s sprawled in the creek, front and rear legs extended in the cool, clear flow. The water is only about two inches deep.

“But that’s plenty when you’re a dog,” Flossie adds. “I just wish my people would unhook this leash so I could show you how a creek should really be appreciated. But of course they won’t do that. They’re responsible folks, and the rules say I’ve got to be on a leash.”

I love a reasonable dog.

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