Johns Creek Herald - October 9, 2025

Johns Creek falls to Hornets

By ANNABELLE REITER

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JOHNS CREEK, Ga — The Roswell Hornets dominated Johns Creek Oct. 3, rolling past the host Gladiators 60-0.

Up 54-0 at the half, the Hornets were buzzing, scoring on offense, defense, special teams and a safety.

Senior running back Nick Peal made it to the end zone three times. He kicked off Roswell’s first half flurry with a 21-yard rush on the first drive of the game and closed it out in a crowd in the end zone with less than a minute remaining before the break.

Graduation rates continue to climb in Fulton County

FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Setting itself apart as a national outlier, Fulton County Schools is celebrating a 91.9 percent graduation rate, a record bucking the post-pandemic trend of declining student performance.

The school district announced its fifth year of breaking graduation records Sept. 29.

Fulton County Schools says the past five years have shown a steady rise in graduation rates after spring 2020 when percentages dipped for the first time since 2012.

This year’s all-time high represents a 6.4 percent increase since the pandemic-era low.

While many districts nationwide are struggling with academic recovery, attendance problems and expired federal funding, the district says it is leading the way.

Peal dragged eight Gladiators with him to the house after breaking a tackle at the 13 yard line. He credited his success to his

offensive line, coaching staff and the weight room.

“We just keep the main thing, the main thing and we try not to spare nobody,” he said. “I feel like this is the most combined, together team that really cares about each other. We’re gonna take it far this year.”

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Roswell senior Brody Duffy, right, tackles Gladiator Michael Hanley rushing at Johns Creek High School Oct. 3. Duffy leads Region 7 of 5A in total tackles this season.

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Police charge Roswell man in domestic homicide

ROSWELL, Ga. — The Roswell Police Department announced the arrest of a 29-year-old Roswell man Sept. 25 for the alleged fatal shooting of his father, 56-year-old Gary Clark.

Tristan Dinnall is facing charges of murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.

Officers booked Dinnall at the Fulton County Jail on charges later that same day, including an outstanding warrant for shoplifting stemming from a Sept. 20 incident.

According to jail records, he remains at the Rice Street facility.

Shortly after 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 25, Roswell E-911 received a call

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Police search for child who allegedly stole car

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police investigated a report of a child stealing a car from an apartment complex Sept. 20.

Alpharetta police said officers were dispatched to a Huntington Place apartment about 2 p.m after a vehicle theft was reported.

While on their way, dispatchers told officers that a caller reported seeing a child driving a Toyota Corolla matching the description of the stolen vehicle. The caller said the child, who appeared about 8 years old, parked the car on Misty Lane before fleeing the area.

The witness said he saw the car swerving on the road and the child could not see above the steering wheel.

The car’s owner, a 52-year-old Roswell woman, said she had started the car, gone inside for five minutes and then discovered it was missing. No items inside the vehicle

that a man had been shot inside an apartment at the Rosemont Apartment Homes at 1900 Rosemont Parkway.

While officers were heading to the scene, a family member who allegedly witnessed the shooting provided a description of Dinnall and the car he left in.

Officers found Clark dead inside the apartment with apparent gunshot wounds.

A responding officer located the suspect’s vehicle within minutes of the initial 911 call and conducted a traffic stop, detaining Dinnall without incident.

Investigators learned that Clark and Dinnall had been involved in an

were reported missing.

Officers canvassed the apartment complex but failed to locate the child.

— Jon Wilcox

Police arrest man on terrorism warrant

ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell Police arrested a 27-year-old man living off Forrest Walk Sept. 26 after the Atlanta Police Department discovered terroristic threats he made on social media.

The specific threat was left out of the Roswell Police Department’s report and the officer’s narrative. The charge of terroristic threats can be a misdemeanor or felony offense. A Roswell officer said Atlanta Police notified a sergeant about a Sept. 26 warrant for the man’s arrest. The officer did not say how Atlanta Police became aware of the social media threat.

After dispatch ran a threat assessment on the wanted man, officers said they determined him to be “low risk” based on his criminal history. When they arrived at the residence, the suspect was immediately detained without incident.

Officers said the man initially told them he did not know why he was being arrested. When officers informed him of the Atlanta warrant and social media threats, he allegedly said it was meant as a joke.

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argument earlier that morning.

While the events leading up to the shooting are still under investigation, at some point during the argument Dinnall retrieved a handgun and shot Clark before leaving the scene.

It appears that this was an isolated domestic-related act of violence with no additional suspects at large.

Anyone with additional information should contact the Roswell Police Department at 770-640-4100.

Members of the public can provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers Atlanta at 404-577-8477 or online at StopCrimeATL.org.

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Officers said they did not find any contraband or weapons on the man during a search of his person and transported him to Fulton County Jail.

According to records, the man paid a $10,000 surety bond Sept. 28 and was released from the Rice Street jail.

— Hayden Sumlin

Alpharetta man arrested for allegedly making threats

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A 38-year-old Alpharetta man was arrested on a terroristic threat charge Sept. 15.

Alpharetta police said officers were called to a downtown South Main Street restaurant after the man refused to leave despite staff’s requests.

The man threatened officers as he was being escorted out, saying he would beat them up and the restaurant’s owner, police said. He had bloodshot eyes, smelled of alcohol and was staggering, police said. After he was escorted from the restaurant, the man continued to yell profanity at officers and “get in their faces,” police said.

The man was arrested and taken to the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office’s Rice Street jail.

— Jon Wilcox

Fulton County approves water, sewer rate hike

By HAYDEN SUMLIN hayden@appenmedia.com

ATLANTA — Fulton County water and sewer customers will see a 5 percent rate hike in January, with a subsequent increase one year later.

The Fulton County Commission approved the higher rate schedule at its Oct. 1 meeting. The increases – each 5 percent – have been in place since 2020 and are assigned to pay for future upgrades.

The Fulton County Public Works Department provides drinking water and wastewater services in all North Fulton cities except Sandy Springs. It also provides sewer service to areas south of Atlanta.

According to rate analysis in May, the county delivers water service to 81,085 customers and sewer service to 106,717 customers.

County leaders had the option to keep rates flat. One proposal called for a 6.5 increase, but they ultimately decided to maintain the same rate increase as in prior years.

For average customers using 5,000 gallons a month, bills will increase from $86.72 to $89.99 next year. In 2027, that same customer can expect to pay just under $94 a month.

Fulton County does not provide water and sewer services to all its residents.

The Atlanta Watershed Manage-

ment Department oversees the service to customers, including those in Sandy Springs, which gets its water from the City of Atlanta.

Atlanta Watershed Management has announced it will maintain the current rate structure through June 2028, in part because of revenues through the City of Atlanta’s one-cent municipal sales tax.

Like the Fulton County Jail’s federally mandated improvements, the City of Atlanta is required to invest $4 billion into sewer upgrades, stemming from two consent decrees in the late 1990s. The city uses its municipal sales tax revenue to pay for the improvements.

The Fulton County Public Works

Department recommended continuing the 5 percent rate hike, saying it falls within range of neighboring water and sewer systems.

In 2025, Atlanta Watershed customers pay an average of $95 on their monthly bills. Fulton County customers pay around $85. However, Fulton County projections show its customers will pay a higher monthly bill than Atlanta Watershed customers by 2028.

DeKalb County customers are paying the highest monthly bills, which adopted a 10 percent rate increase for each year over the next decade.

See FULTON, Page 29

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Northern Ridge District welcomes new Eagle Scouts

ALPHARETTA, Ga.— The Northern Ridge Boy Scout District (cities of Roswell, Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton) is proud to announce its newest Eagle Scouts, who completed their Eagle Board of Review on Sept. 25 at Alpharetta Presbyterian Church.

Top row, from left

Aarya Gopinath, of Troop 2000G, sponsored by Johns Creek Presbyterian Church. Aarya’s project was the design and construction of two benches, spreading 235 square feet of mulch and gravel, planting shrubs, repainting the yellow strips on seven steps for safety measures and painting of the entire stairwell.

Andrew Schmitt, of Troop 7153, sponsored by St. Brigid Catholic Church. Andrew’s project was renovating and repairing the courtyard at Blessed Trinity Catholic High School, which included pressure washing the walls and pavement and outdoor pews, building two benches, laying down new pine straw, and then repainting wooden pews and flower boxes.

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William Thomas, of Troop 431, sponsored by Roswell United Methodist Church. William’s project was the design and construction of six outdoor benches for Innovation Academy.

Ryan Schenck, of Troop 51, sponsored by American Legion Post 201. His project was the design and construction of six PVC plant display shelving units for the Old Rucker Farm.

Hoke Wilcox, of Troop 1486, sponsored by North River Baptist Church. Hoke’s project was the design and construction of six benches for River Eves Elementary School.

Bottom row, from left Tarania Ramesh, of Troop 2000G,

sponsored by Johns Creek Presbyterian Church. Tarania’s project was the design and construction of 10 outdoor benches for the Forsyth County Humane Society so potential adopters could sit outside and familiarize themselves with their dogs.

Logan Bradway, of Troop 1486, sponsored by North River Baptist Church. Logan’s project was the design and construction of a 16’x8’ footbridge and four curb ramps for the Cross Country Team at Milton High School.

Rex Zhang, of Troop 27, sponsored by the Johns Creek Christian Church. Rex’s project was the design and construction of a picnic table and four outdoor benches for the Magnolia Senior Living Community at Dawsonville.

Aditya More, of Troop 69, sponsored by Alpharetta United Methodist Church. Aditya’s project was the design and construction of eight outdoor benches for Northwestern Middle School Outdoor Basketball Courts.

Jackson Ballard, of Troop 143, sponsored by Greenleaf Capital Partners. Jackson’s project was the design and construction of barrier rope fences around the vertical climbing tower, vertical playpen and tree throws 1 and 2 at Perimeter Church. Jackson also built a hurricaneproof table for the course.

Everett Lawder, of Troop 69, sponsored by Alpharetta Methodist Church. Everett’s project was the design and construction of a rainwater catch composed of river rocks and the construction of two benches for the cross country trail at Milton High School.

Patton Schiller, of Troop 2143, sponsored by The American Legion Post 251. Patton’s project was the restoration of the Gazebo area and an outdoor fence at Shakerag Elementary School.

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Campaign for Georgia lieutenant governor gets another GOP contender

By TY TAGAMI Capitol Beat

ATLANTA — A half dozen state lawmakers are now running for Georgia lieutenant governor, as another Republican senator joins the race, hoping to outflank his opposition on the right.

Sen. Greg Dolezal, R-Cumming, a conservative from the northern Atlanta suburbs, joins a cast of fellow conservative senators, all from outside the biggest metro area — plus an Atlanta Senate Democrat and a GOP state representative from Buford.

Dolezal will campaign to succeed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, the Trumpbacked Republican running for governor.

Dolezal’s campaign announcement on YouTube Tuesday focused on his right wing credentials as the chief sponsor of the Riley Gaines Act, a new law that bans students born male from participating on female athletic teams in schools and colleges.

Dolezal also said he would crack down on extremists who riot and burn cities, as well as illegal immigration, diversity equity and inclusion programs, and “soft on crime” prosecutors.

“I’m running for lieutenant governor because we’re at a turning point as the radical left continues to threaten our public safety,” Dolezal’s advertisement says, as a siren wails in the background.

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portation Committee and vice chair of the powerful Appropriations Committee is up against political powerhouses.

Sen. John F. Kennedy, R-Macon, stepped aside as president pro tempore of the Senate — the highest office in that chamber below lieutenant governor — to run for lieutenant governor. Sen. Steve Gooch, R-Dahlonega, stepped down as majority leader — the next highest office — to run for lieutenant governor. And Sen. Blake Tillery, R-Vidalia, who outranks Dolezal on Appropriations as chairman of that budget-writing committee, is also running for lieutenant governor.

Add Rep. David Clark, R-Buford, who served in Afghanistan with the Green Berets, and next year’s Republican primary is shaping up to be a rowdy contest as the candidates attempt to differentiate themselves.

Clark said in his campaign announcement that “a world on fire” needs warriors not politicians. His entry came one day after Tillery announced his candidacy, both hitting similar notes about tax cuts, illegal immigration and transgender issues. Kennedy and Gooch are also running on platforms aimed to appeal to President Donald Trump’s MAGA base.

They would all likely appreciate an endorsement from Trump, but Dolezal was the only member of the bunch who got to speak at Jones’ gubernatorial campaign opener for governor at Indian Springs State Park in Flovilla.

That was in late August, a couple weeks after Trump had already endorsed Jones for governor.

Dolezal railed against Republicans who were silent on Trump when he was down politically.

“This is what I call political opportunism,” Dolezal said. “These politicians want a ticket on the Trump train, but they never paid the price.”

At least one candidate for lieutenant governor wants nothing to do with Trump.

Sen. Josh McLaurin, D-Sandy Springs, regular ridiculed the president on the Senate floor during this past legislative session. He is the only state lawmaker campaigning for the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor, the office that sets the agenda for the state Senate and influences the fate of legislation in that chamber.

This story is available through a news partnership with Capitol Beat News Service, a project of the Georgia Press Educational Foundation.

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Why you can’t trust John Bradberry

Simply put, John has changed and now holds a position on the performing arts center that is 180 degrees in opposition to what he claimed his values were. For his entire political career, he was outspoken critic of public financing and increased taxes for a PAC, until he was for it.

State of the City 2023 (31:20)

“The Legacy Task Force…has begun the formation of an aggressive capital campaign to raise the necessary private funds to make the Legacy Center a reality.”

State of the City 2024 (40:35)

“It’s time to move forward. I cannot say tonight exactly how long it is going to take to accrue the necessary funds for the construction of the Performance Hall…”

In 2025 John suddenly changed his mind and became a huge advocate for the PAC and public financing.

Work Session, April 14th, 2025

“Ever since I have been mayor, I’ve been strongly backing it.” (19:35)

I’m all about the PAC at the top for year after year for as long as it takes to pay for this.” (52:50)

“I want to stay focused on the PAC…I’m not going to get distracted with other things.” (1:04:00)

Work Session, April 28th, 2025

“I’ve shifted on this. I came to the realization that the City had a leading role to play.” (1:04:00)

After squandering $40M from our Parks Bond and failing to finish Cauley Creek or build a recreation center, after failing to complete projects under TSPLOST I and TSPLOST II, do you really trust the city to build an on time, on budget PAC (to include classrooms and 57 parking spots) at a cost of over $94M these next twenty years? The $94M is a conservative number—it will almost certainly cost more, not to mention ongoing subsidies to operate the facility—remember the mayor’s quote from the April 28th work session this year:

“We know this is probably never going to break even…if it does, I consider that complete gravy.” (53:00)

At the City Town Hall at Newtown Park on October 1st, City Manager Kimberly Greer and interim Finance Director Kay Love, confirmed three huge FACTS:

1. The city charter specifically provides for the creation of a Public Facilities Authority (PFA) that would allow the mayor to appoint (and council to ratify) a committee who would then have the sole authority to issue bonds independent of any citizen vote. What is a PFA? It is a bond-issuing agency that serves as a financing alternative to voter-approved general obligation bonds.

2. If this bond fails on November 4th, the city may hold two more referenda in May and November. That is, they can keep holding referenda until the citizens vote the way Mayor Bradberry wants.

3. City manager, Kimberly Greer confirmed that the PAC is too small to host any Broadway shows, too small for our high school graduations and even with “below market” rental rates floated to every school during her due diligence, the PAC would be too expensive at any price for our kids and schools.

During this election, John Bardberry has been backtracking, trying to distance himself from the PAC. He insists it is “up to you to decide” and says he would not invoke a PFA if the bond is defeated. But John clearly could not be trusted to stick to his word or principles in the past; why trust him now?

The PAC is a special interest project for the 1%. John’s priorities changed and today, he is not looking out for the average citizen. John is beholden to the selfproclaimed elite who believe we owe them a PAC.

Let’s focus our city on our needs not our wants.

Vote NO on the PAC bond

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Milton, Blessed Trinity flag football post wins at memorial tournament

By ANNABELLE REITER annabelle@appenmedia.com

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga — Georgia kicked off the flag football season Sept. 29 with the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic, four high-level games held at West Forsyth High School.

The Milton Eagles won the first game of the night 12-6 over Harris County in overtime. Then Blessed Trinity struck down defending champs Greenbrier 24-13. McEachern then shut out Pace Academy 13-0

Reigning Division 3 champion Pope closed out the night by beating the home team West Forsyth 15-8.

Milton wide receiver/free safety Alana Calhoun ended the first game by catching the game-winner in overtime. She also logged two pass break ups and grabbed the Eagles’ only interception.

Calhoun is a two-sport athlete, qualifying for the state track meet in long jump and triple jump. She holds the school record for triple jump.

Calhoun competed with Team Georgia in international flag football competition in California this summer and has received full ride scholarship offers to play flag football in college.

Dominant on both sides of the ball, she led the state last season in catch -

es with 111 and interceptions with 20. She recorded 29 total touchdowns and 1,598 receiving yards, both were third in Georgia.

Calhoun won MRJ Sports Consulting Robbie Hunter MVP of the game and told Appen Media that she is excited to see what her last season of high school flag football holds.

6 points for her team. Braelyn Swanick, a Notre Dame lacrosse commit, led the Eagles with seven flag pulls and notched one pass break up.

Another outstanding lacrosse defender who joined the flag football team this year with Swanick, Jessie DeGroot serves as the Eagles’ punter and plays linebacker.

The game remained knotted at 6 points apiece through Harris County’s overtime drive, until Calhoun caught the game winner on fourth down. The Eagles survived a nail biter, 12-6.

In the second match, two-time defending champions Greenbrier High struggled to get its offense moving against the Blessed Trinity Titans.

The Titans had no issue finding their footing, with junior Chelsea Lewis making it to the end zone before the halfway point of the first quarter. Playing on both sides of the ball, she also broke up three passes.

Lewis is a three-sport athlete in softball and basketball, smashing a home run as the first at-bat of the tri-match just two days before the flag football season kicked off. Lewis and quarterback/shortstop Addie Spak were named to the all-region team in basketball.

Spak is committed to UNC-Charlotte for softball and has been named to the Score Atlanta Ms. Georgia Watch List this year.

“Our team chemistry is amazing,” she said. “Even in our scrimmage last week, our second string did amazing. The game tonight really set the tone for this season, and I’m excited for what’s to come.”

Milton wide out Alliyah Holmes led the Eagles with 47 receiving yards and also notched four flag pulls on defense. Holmes was second on the team last year with 57 flag pulls and joined Calhoun on Team Georgia this summer.

The senior had a standout game against Greenbrier, throwing 16-24 for 164 yards and four touchdowns.

Blessed Trinity put 24 points on the scoreboard before Greenbrier was able to make it to the end zone. They found a bit of rhythm and had a successful rush for an extra point but weren’t able to get enough momentum to overcome the deficit.

Wide receiver Maggie Sullivan pulled in eight catches for 45 yards and two touchdowns. Sullivan is committed to Rollins College for lacrosse.

Holmes has also grabbed recruiting attention and secured multiple offers to play flag football in college. She scored the first touchdown of the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic.

Harris County quarterback Madalynn “Cricket” Cauley also played for Team Georgia this summer with Holmes and Calhoun. Cauley was a finalist for the Score Atlanta Ms. Georgia award last year alongside Milton wide receiver Caroline Marshall, who was runner-up.

Eagles head coach Clark Nixon said he was pleased with how his team overcame adversity and stopped one of the best quarterbacks in the state.

“We’ve got a great group of athletes,” Nixon said. “I couldn’t be more proud of how well they played, especially those that are new this year. We’re process driven, and this is just game one.”

Milton’s defense kept Harris County out of the end zone until the fourth quarter when Kaydence Jenkins scored

Another two-sport athlete in lacrosse, Hannah Daley, who is committed to play for the Naval Academy, grabbed the last touchdown to go with her 54 receiving yards and one interception.

The Titans’ season last year ended in the semifinals at the hands of Lithia Springs. They are preparing for a high level of competition in the postseason by stacking their strength of schedule, with a game against the Central Red Devils of Phenix City, Alabama.

Head coach Brandon Harwell said the win was encouraging in terms of looking ahead for the rest of the season.

“I couldn’t be more proud of these girls, the passion that they bring for one another,” he said. “[Spak] is so instinctual, and she gave people like Chelsea an opportunity to make plays with the ball in the air. We’re just going to keep hunting, keep trying to get better, and hopefully every single day we’re going to grind.”

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Milton senior Alana Calhoun wins the MRJ Sports Consulting Robbie Hunter MVP of the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic held at West Forsyth High School Sept. 29. Calhoun caught the game-winning touchdown in overtime, pushing the Eagles to a 12-6 victory.

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Annual Autumn Shindig showcases Milton history

By JAMIE GODIN newsroom@appenmedia.com

MILTON, Ga. — Some 200 people experienced the fusion of old-time farm life and Native American culture Sept. 28 at the 5th annual Autumn Shindig at Wildberry Creek Farm in Milton.

Sponsored by the Milton Historical Society, the event provided visitors a hands-on look at farm life and Milton’s history, including hayrides, exhibits in the barn, antique farm equipment and cars. Bluegrass band The Heard provided music from a gazebo, adding to the festive atmosphere. On the hayrides, cows trailed behind wagons, occasionally tugging at the hay, while a newborn calf could be seen resting in the pasture.

John Ousley and his wife Lisa opened the Shindig with a performance that blended Native American flute and harmonica. Ousley, who spent five years living on the Navajo reservation as a teacher, said he wanted to create a mixture of cultures through music.

“I just turned 69 years old,” he said.

“My friend gave me these Native American arrowheads for my birthday. When I look at them, I know there were other people here long before us.”

Lisa played a Native American drum while John performed on flute and harmonica, creating a sound he described as a meeting of traditions.

The Shindig began with a ceremonial musket volley by the Sons of the American Revolution.

“Our mission is to educate and honor our patriot ancestors,” SAR member Emil Decker said. “We’re excited to connect with students, showing what Continental life was like and the importance of our patriotic history.”

Education and engaging the next generation remain central to the Milton Historical Society’s mission.

“The Milton Historical Society’s preservation and educational programs help safeguard our town’s soul for future generations so they will inherit more than just shopping centers and traffic lights,” President Jeff Dufresne said.

See SHINDIG, Page 26

The City of Johns Creek will hold a community meeting related to the General Obligation Bond Referendum for the purpose of a Performing

Thursday, October 16th 6pm Johns Creek City Hall

All meetings at City Hall will be held in the Council Chambers located at 11360 Lakefield Drive. Please contact the City Clerk’s office at 678-512-3212 should you have any questions.

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John Ousley, a dog trainer and former teacher, plays a Native American flute while his wife, Lisa, holds a Native American hand drum during the opening performance at the Milton Historical Society’s Shindig Sept. 28 at Wildberry Creek Farm.

Johns Creek chef has eye for detail

By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Every dish Andrew Traub creates is crafted with care.

“We see all the quality that goes into it,” said Traub, owner of A&S Culinary Concepts. “It’s not done by machines. It’s done by people. There’s care and love in it.”

For the past 10 years, A&S Culinary Concepts has made a point of preparing every dish from scratch, calling on an impressive reservoir of culinary expertise to create inspired menus. The Johns Creek culinary studio caters events, hosts cooking classes and holds team-building exercises that allow groups to prepare a gourmet meal together.

Traub’s journey into the world of cooking started at age 15 when he began working for a neighborhood Italian steakhouse in Long Island.

“My mother said go out and get a job,” Traub said.

As a salad cook and busboy, he fell in love with the fast-paced kitchen environment and decided to continue his education at a culinary school in the Catskill Mountains. Immediately after graduation, Marriott recruited him to help open the flagship New York Marriott Marquis in Times Square.

“I ended up learning from the best of the best,” he said.

As a manager trainee, he worked alongside 200 hotel cooks in six different kitchens, preparing food for banquets that routinely attracted several thousand guests. The role was so demanding that he sometimes worked 20-hour days, which often required him to sleep at the hotel.

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It’s not done by machines. It’s done by people. There’s care and love in it.

ANDREW TRAUB, Owner of A&S Culinary Concepts

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Sous chef Julianne Pace teaches a corporate teambuilding participant how to grill lettuce.

Grilled shrimp are served on a platter for a September event.

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“They would put a bunch of us all in one room to sleep because we were working so much,” he said.

After leaving Marriott, Traub opened Love at First Bite Catering in Manhattan with a college friend. Their clients included Radio City Music Hall, the Luxembourg Consulate, Pace Collection and Fordham University.

Traub made his way to Atlanta when he was again recruited by Marriott to serve as the executive sous chef at the Marriott Marquis. He continued working with Marriott as an executive chef at various other hotels, including the Memphis Marriott Downtown Hotel & Conference Center and Atlanta Evergreen Marriott Conference Resort in Stone Mountain.

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Traub now works for himself, cooking for his own business. He said he loves applying his 40 years of cooking experience to meet the unique demands of every client.

With the help of 20 staff members, A&S Culinary Concepts starts by brainstorming creative menus that feature all sorts of techniques from smoking to grilling and cuisines from Tex-Mex to Mediterranean. Everything is made from scratch and tastetested multiple times before being served.

Some notable creations include a pumpkin pie bar with muffin crust and cheesecake, goat cheese and grape hors d'oeuvre with caramelized pecans and pimento cheese wonton.

Clients often express their delight at the creative dishes, but Traub said he also receives immense satisfaction from the work.

Each dish is an exercise in the art of making food and a joy to partake in.

“It's not boring to come to work,” he said.

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Every home tells a story — yours! The colors you choose, the photos on the wall, even the way you arrange your favorite chair by the window all say something about who you are and what you love. A well-loved space becomes a reflection of your journey, holding little chapters of your life in its corners.

In our current market, the story of your home matters. We are seeing a rising inventory requiring sellers to make concessions and allowing buyers more time to make their choice. Buyers want homes that feel loved. Your home can tell your story without closing the book for someone else’s. A little personality makes a space memorable, but too much can be overwhelming. A home office doesn’t have to look like a magazine spread, but if it’s doubling as a jungle-themed nursery with murals and ceiling clouds, it may be worth simplifying before you sell. The same goes for custom features. A velvet green built in bar might be your dream, but to a buyer, it

Design Now, Sell Later — Quick Tips

• Stay neutral: Timeless walls and floors, add color with rugs, art, & pillows

• Avoid fads: Bold tiles or themes hurt resale

• Layer lighting: Layer overhead, task, and accent

• Prioritize function: Create flexible, easy flow

• Track upgrades: Save receipts and before/after photos

• Plan ahead: Design for now, but allow flexibility.

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could look like a big project.

So, where should you begin? Designers and agents agree: kitchens and bathrooms carry the most weight when selling - think quartz countertops, simple cabinetry, and classic fixtures. These spaces should feel fresh, modern, and neutral enough to stand the test of time. And don’t forget layout and lighting. A simplified well-lit home feels bigger and more welcoming. Layered lighting (overhead, lamps, and accent) can make a room feel warm and adaptable. Smart layouts simply make life easier.

Thoughtful design can boost resale value, but the greatest return is emotional.

Living in a space that truly reflects who you are creates a deep sense of wellbeing. And when a home feels cared for, that energy carries through — buyers notice it, and they’re more likely to fall in love.

So hang the family photos, display your favorite records, paint that reading nook in your favorite moody shade. With the right balance, you don’t have to choose between soul and saleability.

After all, a house holds people. A home holds stories. And when your story is told with care, the next chapter writes itself.

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Lung cancer is often caught too late — but it doesn’t have to be. Learn from Rachel Medbery, MD, thoracic surgeon at Emory Healthcare, on what to know about early detection of the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S.

Why is it important to catch lung cancer early and how can it be detected?

Lung cancer often doesn’t show symptoms until it’s in a late stage. When it’s found early, treatment is more likely to work, and patients have a higher chance of surviving.

Screening can help find lung cancer early, when it’s smaller and hasn’t spread. CT lung screenings test for lung cancer when there are no symptoms or history of the disease. The CT lung

screening test is lowdose computed tomography, also called a lowdose CT (LDCT) scan. Screening with LDCT scans has been shown to lower the chance of dying from lung cancer in current or former smokers.

Who should get screened for lung cancer?

CT lung screening is recommended for people aged 50–80 who currently smoke or have smoked in the past 15 years; and have a 20 pack-year or more smoking history. A pack-year is smoking an average of one pack of cigarettes per day for one year. For example, one pack a day for 20 years or two packs a day for

10 years would equal 20 pack-years.

How is lung cancer screening done, and is it safe?

Screening is quick and painless. A CT lung screening takes detailed images of your lungs and looks for anything abnormal. The small amount of radiation used is considered very low risk— especially compared to the benefit of finding lung cancer early. There are both benefits and risks to screening, so talk with your doctor about whether lung screening is right for you.

Where can I get screened for lung cancer?

Emory Healthcare’s Lung Screening and Nodule Clinic offers lung cancer screening at several Emory imaging sites across metro Atlanta, and nodule clinics

at four of our hospitals. The clinic is led by a multidisciplinary team of experts who specialize in lung screening, nodule evaluation, and treatment. Serving one of the highest volumes of patients in the region, our team has the experience to provide accurate screenings, quick answers, and advanced care when it’s needed.

How do I make an appointment?

You will need an order to schedule a CT lung screening. Discuss your interest in lung screening with your doctor. If you do not have a doctor, please call 404-778-2039 to verify your screening eligibility and we can help you decide if CT lung screening is the best test for you. Learn more at emoryhealthcare. org/lungscan

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Designing hope: How Wellstar helped interior design student beat cancer & pursue dreams

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Maria Fernanda Ortiz was a college junior, pursuing a degree in interior design. But her life took an unexpected turn. She discovered a lump in her breast, which led to a cancer diagnosis. Expert, multidisciplinary care would see her through treatment, recovery and shape her professional aspirations.

Feeling heard in healthcare

After Maria discovered a lump, she initially saw a doctor who went through the motions but didn’t seem to take her concerns seriously.

“He was so sure it was nothing because I am so young,” Maria remembered. “I didn’t think it was cancer, but I wanted someone who would get to the bottom of it.”

She then saw her OB/GYN who referred her to Dr. Laura Pearson, a Wellstar breast surgeon at Wellstar North Fulton Cancer Center, for a second opinion.

Maria got what she was looking for: a doctor who listened and would help her find answers.

A surprising cancer diagnosis

Dr. Pearson immediately performed an ultrasound in the office, followed quickly by a biopsy, which came back positive for cancer.

"The diagnosis was scary," Maria said. “Dr. Pearson

made it as simple as possible to understand by making sketches. She took the time to answer my questions—and she gave me hugs.”

Maria was diagnosed with stage 2A breast cancer, meaning it was a small tumor but had spread to a nearby lymph node.

An empowering decision during chemotherapy

Dr. Pearson connected Maria with a medical oncologist—fast. Maria describes Dr. Nagender Mankan as “awesome.” He began her on a five-month chemotherapy regimen to shrink the tumor before surgery and to stop its spread. Maria chose to start the treatment right away, leaving no time for fertility preservation. So Dr. Mankan started her on an ovarian oppression medication. The aim was to stop the ovaries to protect them during chemotherapy.

Knowing she would lose her hair during treatment, Maria made an empowering choice: “For me, taking control and shaving my head before the hair started falling was powerful. I was in control,” she said.

Offering hope around breast surgery

After chemotherapy, it was time for breast surgery to remove the tumor. While the cancer was not found to be genetically driven, Maria opted to have a double mastectomy, a full removal of the breasts, to lower the risk of the

cancer coming back.

“Maria was completely clear of cancer at the time of her surgery, which bodes well for her for long-term outcome,” Dr. Pearson said.

The pursuit of making a difference in design

Today, Maria is in remission and is “healthy as I can be!” she pronounced.

She takes an estrogen-blocking drug to help keep the cancer at bay. She will also see her cancer team for regular surveillance every six months for the five years following her surgery.

Even during her most challenging moments during treatment, Maria remained focused on her studies. "Part of the control I took was not taking away my dream of graduating," she explained.

The 2025 Georgia State University graduate looks forward to her continuing good health. She plans to pursue a career designing healthcare spaces that offer comfort, healing and hope for others facing similar challenges.

Learn more about breast cancer care at Wellstar at wellstar.org/breastcancer.

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When it comes to choosing a dental provider, one of the most important decisions you’ll face is whether to go with a fee-for-service (FFS) dental office or an insurance-based dental office. Each type of practice has its own set of advantages, and understanding these differences can help you make an informed decision about the care you receive. For many patients, opting for a fee-for-service model can offer a more personalized, flexible, and high-quality dental experience.

Personalized Care

One of the standout benefits of our FFS dental office is the level of personalized care we provide. Because we aren’t limited by insurance guidelines or restrictions, we have more freedom to customize treatment plans specifically for you. This allows us to focus on your unique dental needs. In contrast, insurance-based dental offices may be more likely to follow treatment protocols dictated by what the insurance plan will approve, limiting treatment options or focusing on cost-saving approaches.

Freedom of Treatment Options

Our dental office also gives you greater flexibility when it comes to treatment options. Since we are not bound by insurance limitations, you have access to a wider range of procedures, including elective and advanced treatments that may not be covered under an insurance plan. For example, while dental insurance might cover basic cleanings and fillings, it may not cover more extensive treatments such as veneers or periodontal therapy. In our office, you’re able to choose from a broader spectrum of services without worrying about what your insurance will or won’t cover.

Higher Quality of Care

Another important advantage of our dental office is the higher quality of care Without the constraints of working within insurance networks and reimbursement rates, we can focus on offering the highest standard of care to our patients, including investing in the latest dental technology,

using high-quality materials, and providing specialized services. We have fewer patients per day; therefore, we also have more time to spend with each individual, ensuring thorough exams, more comprehensive treatment plans, and higher-quality outcomes. Insurance-based practices, alternatively, face limitations on the types of materials and procedures they can offer, and dentists might be under pressure to see more patients to meet insurance guidelines.

Transparency in Pricing

One of the most appealing aspects of our dental office is the clarity in pricing. You typically know exactly what you’re paying for upfront. This transparency makes it easier for patients to budget for dental care and allows them to make more informed decisions about their treatments. In contrast, insurance-based offices often involve a complex billing process, with patients sometimes facing unexpected costs after insurance covers only a portion of the treatment.

If you value personalized care, more treatment options, and the ability to make informed choices about costs, Roswell Dental Care may be the right fit for you. Our practice offers a high level of care, transparency, and freedom from insurance restrictions, ensuring that you get the best possible dental experience.

We are a fee-for-service practice but file and make the most out of your out-ofnetwork insurance benefits. This allows us to set our own fees and make the time in our schedule to properly care for our patients. We also offer a Wellness Plan subscription for our practice, which gives you better benefits and less limitations than insurance. Dr. Hood and her team at Roswell Dental Care understand and customize treatment for each person. We assure you will feel confident in the solution you choose before beginning any treatment. For enhanced comfort, we offer FREE nitrous oxide. You can rest assured that your experience will be positive, relaxing, and rewarding on many levels. Give our office a call at 770.998.6736, or visit us at www.roswelldentalcare.com, to begin your journey to happy and pain-free oral healthcare!

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by – Dr. Destinee Hood at Roswell Dental Care

Dental membership programs

Just like the American Express commercials, “Membership Has Its Privileges”. Dental membership programs are a subscription service where patients pay an annual or monthly fee and receive complimentary preventive hygiene services and discounted pricing on additional services. If you don’t have employer paid dental benefits, a dental membership plan is often the most cost-effective way of receiving the preventive services that you need each year to maintain a healthy, disease-free mouth. A dental membership program, like Plan for Health at the Atlanta Center for Dental Health, includes:

• No Deductibles

• No Yearly Maximums

• No Claim Forms

• No Pre-Authorizations

• No Exclusions

• Immediate Eligibility

• Simplicity

More than dental insurance, Plan for Health is a yearly membership program with lots of benefits designed to meet your individual needs. The Plan for Health includes 2-4 professional dental cleanings per year, comprehensive detailed exams, routine exams, and emergency dental exams, all dental radiographs as needed, fluoride treatments, and discounted dental treatment. Call the Atlanta Center for Dental Health for more information. We are focused on helping as many people as possible.

The Atlanta Center for Dental Health is a team of exceptionally talented professionals dedicated to providing comprehensive oral healthcare for the health and happiness of our patients, their families, and our community. We are committed to providing a lifetime of optimal oral health

to our patients and fostering relationships of mutual trust, excellent customer service, and the best patient care available. Patients are at ease knowing that their care will be administered with kindness, care, and comfort.

Prevention is key. Much of dental disease is preventable. Do you have a Plan for Health?

Dr. Bradley Hepler and the experienced team at the Atlanta Center for Dental Health provide all the modern advances that contemporary aesthetic dentistry offers. You will realize immediate results with non-invasive and often inexpensive procedures to enhance your smile. If you would like a complementary consultation to discover your smile restoring options, please call the Atlanta Center for Dental Health at 770-992-2236. Dr. Bradley Hepler has spent many hours dedicated to perfecting and updating the latest and best techniques in dentistry. It is with this breadth of knowledge that we provide each patient with the perfect solution to their situation, their life, and their goals. It is our pleasure to serve this community and help as many people as possible live their best life.

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Dr. Brent Taylor is a Board-Certified Dermatologist, a Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon, and is certified by the Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine in the field of Vein Care.

He is an expert in skin cancer and melanoma treatment, endovenous laser ablation, minimally invasive vein procedures and cosmetics procedures such as Botox and injectables.

Kathryn is a certified physician assistant with over 23 years experience as a Dermatology PA and cosmetic dermatology.

Her specialties include general dermatology such as acne, eczema, rashes, hair loss, full body skin exams, abnormal growths etc. Kathryn also specializes in cosmetic dermatology including lasers, injectables, micro-needling, PRP, facial peels, sclerotherapy for spider veins and at home skin care.

Vampires, Werewolves and Dermatology

October 31st might bring you children dressed as superheroes, vampires or werewolves seeking sweets or creating mischief. Although trick-ortreating has been part of American tradition since the 1920s, the legends behind some of the most popular costumes are far older. Tales of vampires and werewolves appear throughout the Middle Ages and perhaps as far back as the Epic of Gilgamesh (c. 1800 BCE). What inspired these frightening figures? Surprisingly, medicine offers intriguing clues. And oddly enough, the same science that helped fuel vampire and werewolf lore is now helping dermatologists fight sun damage and skin cancer.

A group of rare diseases known as porphyrias may have shaped these legends. Porphyrias disrupt the body’s ability to make heme, the molecule that gives blood its red color and carries oxygen. Heme production is an eight-step biochemical process beginning with aminolevulinic acid (ALA). Each step requires a different enzyme. When one enzyme fails, its substrate accumulates—like chocolates piling up in the famous “I Love Lucy” assembly line scene. These buildups, called porphyrins, damage the body.

Depending on which enzyme malfunctions, porphyrins may harm the nervous system or the skin. Neurologic damage can cause pain, seizures, or psychosis. But it is porphyria’s effects on the skin, hair, and teeth that echo most loudly in folklore.

Some porphyrias cause extreme sun sensitivity: a patient’s skin may blister after just minutes in sunlight. Over time, repeated exposure can lead to scarring, thickening, and dark pigmentation. Excess hair may also develop in sun-damaged areas. Teeth can even turn reddish—a condition known as erythrodontia. And in severe cases, victims might literally cry out in pain and flee the daylight. Add paranoia or hallucinations, and you can almost hear the medieval villager whisper: “He only comes out at night… with red teeth and wild hair.”

While no single disease explains the vampire or werewolf archetype in full, the combination of symptoms across different porphyrias could easily have fueled the central features of these myths.

Other medical conditions likely played a role as well. In hypertrichosis, individuals grow hair uncontrollably across the face and body, lending a wolf-like appearance. Rabies can cause aggression and biting, resembling the transmission of vampirism through a bite. Psychiatric conditions may have added their part, too—cases of hemomania, a compulsion involving blood, have been associated with multiple mental illnesses.

Medical historians still debate the exact diseases that inspired vampire and werewolf lore, but legends often arise from a blend of real observations and poetic license including the fisherman’s tendency to exaggerate the one that got away.

Remarkably, the same biochemical pathway that gives rise to porphyria also powers one of modern dermatology’s most effective skin cancer prevention tools. Photodynamic therapy (PDT), often called blue light therapy, deliberately induces a brief, controlled version of porphyria in unhealthy cells. During PDT, a dermatologist applies aminolevulinic acid (ALA) to sun-damaged skin. Abnormal cells absorb the ALA and become highly sensitive to light. When exposed to blue light, these cells are selectively damaged and destroyed—like Dracula at a beach party.

By exploiting this weakness, PDT reduces precancerous growths known as actinic keratoses and lowers the risk of future skin cancers. It is one of several non-surgical options in dermatology, alongside topical treatments like 5-fluorouracil and imiquimod, which also target precancers and some early cancers. For most patients, these therapies provide a safe and effective means of halting sun damage before it progresses.

The connection between folklore and medicine highlights how ancient fears sometimes foreshadow scientific discovery. What once seemed supernatural—avoiding daylight, growing thick hair, or exhibiting red teeth—can now be explained biochemically. And today, modern dermatology harnesses the very same pathways to save lives.

So, when a tiny vampire or werewolf comes begging for candy this October, you might smile at the candy bowl and think not only of myths, but also of medicine and of the curious ways that science and legend intertwine.

Dr. Brent Taylor

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NOTICE OF BOND ELECTION TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE CITY OF JOHNS CREEK, GEORGIA

Pursuant to a resolution adopted by the Mayor and Council of the City of Johns Creek, Georgia (the “City”) on June 26, 2025, and a call for a referendum issued by the Fulton County Board of Elections and Registration, as Election Superintendent (the “Referendum”), notice is hereby given as follows:

1. On November 4, 2025, a special election will be held in the City to submit to the qualified voters of the City the following question:

GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS

( ) YES

( ) NO

Shall the City of Johns Creek issue general obligation bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $40,000,000 for the purpose of (i) funding the construction, installation, and equipping of a Performing Arts Center and related facilities, and (ii) paying the costs and expenses related to such bonded indebtedness?

2. All qualified voters desiring to vote in favor of the issuance of general obligation bonds shall vote “Yes” and all qualified voters opposed to levying the tax shall vote “No.” If more than one-half of the votes cast are in favor of issuance of the general obligation bonds by the City (the “Bonds”), then the City will be authorized to issue the Bonds as provided by law.

3. The Bonds shall be general obligation debt of the City. The principal amount of the Bonds to be issued shall not exceed $40,000,000. The maximum rate or rates of interest on such debt shall not exceed six percent (6.0%) per annum. The maximum amount of principal to be paid in each year during the life of the debt shall be as follows:

14 2,280,000 Year 5 1,470,000

15 2,395,000 Year 6 1,545,000 Year 16 2,515,000 Year 7 1,620,000 Year 17 2,640,000 Year 8 1,700,000 Year 18 2,775,000

Year 9 1,790,000

The City may issue aggregate general obligation debt which is less than $40,000,000 and reduce the principal amounts maturing which are shown above. The Bonds may be made subject to redemption prior to maturity, to the extent permitted by law, upon terms and conditions to be determined by the City.

4. If the Bonds are authorized to be issued, the City shall adopt a bond resolution providing for the levy of a tax sufficient in an amount to pay the principal of the Bonds at their respective maturities and the interest thereon as the same becomes due as required by the Constitution of the State of Georgia.

5. To the extent available, the City may combine available funds with proceeds from the Bonds, and any other available funds, to pay the costs of the purposes set forth in the form of the ballot question. Plans and specifications for these purposes have not been completed and bids have not yet been received but are expected to include an approximately 800-seat performance hall and a multi-purpose room that will in combination support both performances (for symphony, chorale, dance, theater, etc.) as well as meetings and gatherings for a true multi-purpose venue.

6. Reference is hereby made to Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 36 82 1(d), which provides in part that any brochures, listings, or other advertisements issued by the City or by any other person, firm, corporation, or association with the knowledge and consent of the Mayor and Council shall be deemed to be a statement of intention of the City concerning the use of bond funds.

7. In accordance with Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 36 82 2, the Referendum shall be held by the same persons, in the same manner, and under the same rules and regulations that elections for members of the Mayor and Council of the City are held. The returns shall be made to the officers calling or ordering the Referendum. Such officers, in the presence of and together with the several managers, who shall bring up the returns, shall consolidate the returns and declare the result.

8. The last day to register to vote in the Referendum is Monday, October 6, 2025, or as otherwise provided by law. Anyone desiring to register may do so by applying in person at the voter registration office located at the Fulton County Board of Registrar’s Office: 130 Peachtree Street SW Suite 2186, Atlanta, GA 30303-3460, or by any other method authorized by the Georgia Election Code.

9. The Referendum will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. The polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.

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DeKalb County named for Revolutionary War hero

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DeKalb County, Georgia, was formed in 1822 primarily from Henry County, but the formation included parts of Fayette and Gwinnett counties. Part of what became Fulton County in 1853 was included in DeKalb County. DeKalb was named for Revolutionary War hero Baron Johann de Kalb, although he never was in the area. (dekalbhistory.org)

It was not the only place to take his name. There is DeKalb County, Alabama, Missouri, Indiana and Tennessee. There is also a city of DeKalb in DeKalb County, Illinois.

He was born Johann Kalb on June 29, 1721, in Huttendorf Bavaria, Germany. The second son in the family, he was not set up to inherit from his father. He went to France and became a soldier in the French Infantry. There were bonuses being offered for tall enlistees, and Kalb was 6 foot 5 inches. (“The History of DeKalb County, 18221900, by Vivian Price)

He eventually earned the title of baron but added the “de” to his name earlier to advance in rank. He fought in several battles before he was sent to train in the Military School of Marshal Saxe. Then, he fought in the Seven Years War. Following the end of the war, de Kalb married Emelie van Robais, the daughter of a French lace and cloth manufacturer with a sizeable dowry. He was sent to America as a French agent to assess the strength of the American freedom movement. He went home to report on his findings, later returning along with Lafayette when fighting began.

General George Washington gave de Kalb his commission of major general

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on October 4, 1777. He fought with Washington at Valley Forge, and in battles at Philadelphia, Brandywine, and Germantown. Later, he was ordered to travel south and fight against the British occupation of South Carolina and Georgia. Fighting with North Carolina troops at Camden, South Carolina, de Kalb fought hand to hand even as his horse was killed beneath him.

He died Aug. 19, 1780, three days after the battle and is buried at the Bethesda Presbyterian Church in Camden, South Carolina. His memorial was designed by Robert Mills who also designed the Washington Monument. Lafayette laid the cornerstone of the memorial.

The Camden marker reads, “He was second in command in the battle fought near Camden on the 16th of August 1780 between the British and Americans and there nobly fell covered with wounds while gallantly performing deeds of valor in rallying the friends and opposing the enemies of his adopted country.”

Baron de Kalb has been memorialized in various way across the U.S. At the old DeKalb County Courthouse in Decatur, home to DeKalb History Center, a Georgia Historical Marker commemorates the namesake of the county.

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Portrait of Baron Johann de Kalb, painted by Charles Wilson Peale in 1782.

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Since its founding in 2018, the society has installed 28 historical markers, restored the Double Branch Courthouse and helped preserve the McConnellChadwick House, built in 1840. Volunteers also partner with students on projects such as cleaning historic gravestones, which Dufresne said give young people a window into the hardships of earlier generations.

Byron Foster, a founding member of the Historical Society whose family has lived on Wildberry Creek Farm for four generations, said the Shindig is a way to connect the community with its roots.

“I grew up in this type of heritage, and I wanted people in this community to get the same feeling,” he said.

Author and photographer Robert Meyers also participated, signing copies of his book “Barns of Old Milton County: Bygone Treasures and Timeless Beauties,” which was reprinted due to popular demand. Proceeds from book sales and a community auction supported the Milton Historical Society.

Other aspects of the Shindig reflected a commitment to preserving Milton’s history. Dufresne said the organization restored a courthouse last year and is working with the city to restore a building from the 1840s connected to the start of the Trail of Tears.

“It’s good and bad,” he said. “It’s history and you can’t whitewash history.”

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The Heard performs bluegrass music from the gazebo during the Milton Historical Society’s annual Shindig, filling the farm with fiddle, banjo, and guitar.

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Football:

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Senior quarterback Trey Smith forms the Hornets’ backfield dynamic duo with Peal and had already racked up 1,000 passing yards this season in five games before facing Johns Creek.

At his best under pressure, Smith’s season high so far for passing was against Buford, the No. 2 team in Georgia and No. 9 nationally, with 266 yards.

Smith was voted by fans as Sporting News’ Georgia Offensive Player of the Year in 2024. He has made a habit of showing up big when the stakes are high. Last season, he posted his best passing stats in the Hornets’ last game of the season against Langston Hughes, the eventual state runner-up.

Against Johns Creek, Smith was pulled at the half but had already racked up 142 yards passing for two touchdowns and added 50 more rushing. Roswell’s offensive line held strong, allowing no sacks.

Roswell running back Nick Peal breaks away from the pack for a first down at Johns Creek High School Oct. 3. Peal notched three touchdowns, including one on fourth down while dragging several defenders into the end zone with him.

First-year head coach Jonathan Thompson said he’s been impressed with the seniors and their family-like connection.

“They play for each other, they lean on each other because they’ve been through the fire together,” he said. “If we can stay the course, stay together

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and stay connected, we’ve got a chance to play a long time.”

Johns Creek found their footing later in the second quarter but had a rough go in the first period. Their first drive forced the punting unit in. The kick was blocked by linebacker Tyler Pressnall and returned for a touchdown by defensive end Josh Emerson.

The second quarter began with a sack in the end zone by sophomore linebacker Jake Smith, putting two more points on the board for the Hor -

nets. When the Gladiators kicked off afterward, Roswell junior Dre Cousey returned it 70 yards for a touchdown.

That’s when Johns Creek flipped the switch offensively, moving the chains for the first time of the game and then again two snaps later.

Freshman running back Michael Hanley was responsible for six of the Gladiators’ eight first downs against the Hornets. Hanley and sophomore quarterback Jake Blackwelder displayed major toughness against a Roswell team with 24 seniors.

The Gladiators made it to field goal range in the second half, hoping to score their first points of the season, but weren’t able to maintain position. Johns Creek had 105 yards of total offense with 93 coming from running backs.

Junior Drew Zampieri was again ever-present on defense, along with sophomores Jayden Okoobah and Walker Edmondson, all three assisting with major blocks on offense as well.

Johns Creek head coach Jim Rowell said that being in such a competitive region is helping his team to get better every day.

“We’re playing a lot of young guys right now, and they’re getting a lot of experience,” he said. “Our kids are working really hard, fighting and battling every day, and that’s the core we’ve got to build on.”

Johns Creek goes up against Lanier Oct. 9, and Roswell looks to continue the three-game win streak at home against Chattahoochee Oct. 10.

During these turbulent times, we would like to highlight the continued courage and commitment of everyone who works in the health care, law enforcement, childcare, food service and utility sectors. We are extremely grateful.

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Priya Ashok, 53, of Alpharetta, passed away on September 15, 2025. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Kathleen Eggert, 96, of Alpharetta, passed away on September 22, 2025. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

John Fahy, 85, of Alpharetta, passed away on September 16, 2025. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Mary Huffinton, 94, of Roswell, passed away on September 15, 2025. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Charlie Lail, Sr., 86, of Roswell, passed away on September 20, 2025. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

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Linda Morris, 79, of Roswell, passed away on September 23, 2025. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

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Water and sewer customers in Cobb County are projected to enjoy the lowest bills through the end of the decade.

Public Works Director David Clarke has said the series of 5 percent rate increases is needed to complete the 2025-27 Capital Improvement Program and upgrades to the Camp Creek Water Reclamation Facility in

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Georgia’s high school graduation rate for the class of 2025 is 87.2 percent, also marking a record high for the state since 2011. With enrollment declining in schools north of Atlanta, it’s not certain whether more students are receiving diplomas each year.

The announcement says this year’s milestone demonstrates the positive results of the district’s efforts to ensure continued progress while maintaining fiscal responsibility.

School Board President Kristin McCabe said she and her colleagues are happy to have achieved the landmark success.

“The board celebrates this progress and remains ever more committed to investing our financial resources in our students, teachers and programs,” McCabe said. “We hold the collective belief that every student can succeed in their chosen path.”

The investment in multiple strategies throughout the pandemic, such as targeted academic supports, expanded access to advanced coursework, investment in Career, Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE) pathways and new data monitoring tools, have contributed to the graduation rate upturn. For instance, students who completed two or more CTAE courses posted a 99 percent graduate rate.

Out of 21 district high schools, 13 showed improvement in their graduation rates, two more than last year, demonstrating increased academic progress across the district. Also, a total of 17 schools surpassed the 90 percent graduation rate threshold, which is also two more than in 2024.

Superintendent Mike Looney, Ph.D., said the school district has come a long way since the pandemic.

“[We] believe our continued progress is the result of our persistence in utilizing dedicated funds for recovery, effective data analysis, recruiting top talent and investing in innovation that has transformed what was a period of crisis into one of restoration and thriving,” Looney said. “I am so proud of our staff and students and am heartened to see them taking their next steps into the world beyond high school.”

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“From that master plan, a number of projects were identified that will be entered into our CIP to have increased water pressure and volume to many areas of North Fulton that sometimes have issues,” he said. “This rate study also included those costs, in addition to some of the South Ful-

ton wastewater needs.”

The Public Works Department operates the water and sewer division primarily through customer fees. Water and sewer services receive no dollars from the county general fund or property taxes.

To finance 46 projects across North Fulton by 2050, county staff projects an

NOTICE OF LOCATION AND DESIGN APPROVAL

P. I. 0019136

FORSYTH & FULTON COUNTIES

Notice is hereby given in compliance with Georgia Code 22-2-109 and 32-3-5 that the Georgia Department of Transportation has approved the Location and Design of this project.

The date of location and design approval is: July 16, 2025

Description and Project Proposal: The proposed project will construct an additional northbound and southbound through lane and northbound and southbound dual left turn lanes along SR 141, from Hospital Parkway/East Johns Crossing (City of Johns Creek, Fulton County) to Johns Creek Parkway (Forsyth County). Restriping will provide an additional through-lane along eastbound and westbound McGinnis Ferry Road, from Johns Creek Parkway (West) on the western side of SR 141 to Johns Creek Parkway (East) on the eastern side of SR 141. An RCUT will be constructed at the SR 141 and Johns Creek Town Center Driveway intersection. RCUTs will be constructed at two driveways located on McGinnis Ferry Road approximately 600 feet west of the Johns Creek Parkway (East) intersection. Additionally, a 10-foot wide shareduse path will be installed along northbound SR 141 between Hospital Parkway and north of Johns Creek Parkway to accommodate pedestrian and bicycle traffic. The total project length along SR 141 will be approximately 0.8 miles. The project will construct an additional northbound and southbound through lane and northbound and southbound dual left turn lanes along 0.8 miles of SR 141 in Fulton and Forsyth Counties, land lots 377, 378, 379, 380, 381, 400, 401, 1264, and 1265.

The typical section along SR 141/Medlock Bridge Road/Peachtree Parkway consists of two to three 11-foot wide thru lanes in each direction, separated by an 8-foot to 20-foot wide raised median, with left and right-turn auxiliary lanes. There is curb and gutter throughout, with a 2-foot wide grass buffer, and a 5-foot wide sidewalk on the left shoulder and 10-foot wide shared-use path (SUP) along the right-shoulder. The City of Johns Creek would be responsible for acquiring property rights for this project.

Drawings or maps or plats of the proposed project, as approved, are on file and are available for public inspection at:

Brian O’Connor, Public Works Director, City of Johns Creek

Brian.Oconnor@johnscreekga.gov 11360 Lakefield Drive Johns Creek, GA 30097 678-512-3210

Any interested party may obtain a copy of the drawings or maps or plats or portions thereof by paying a nominal fee and requesting in writing to:

Kimberly W. Nesbitt, State Program Delivery Administrator Office of Program Delivery

Attn: Chris Penuel CPenuel@dot.ga.gov

600 West Peachtree St NW Suite 1550 Atlanta, GA 30308

404-424-9035

Any written request or communication in reference to this project or notice SHOULD include the Project and P. I. Numbers as noted at the top of this notice.

estimated cost of $278 million across five phases beginning in 2025. By 2050, the county is projecting peak demand could grow 34 percent to around 63 million gallons a day. Right now, peak usage is around 47 million.

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We’re looking for an instructor who is available to teach evening classes. The ideal candidate will be committed to maintaining strong enrollment of at least ten students per class and who can create an engaging learning environment that supports adult learners in achieving their English language goals.

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