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MILTON, Ga. — Milton Police are investigating an incident in which a Milton homeowner shot and killed a home intruder along the 12000 block of New Providence Road.

According to the incident report, police responded to a call of a burglary at the residence around 8:40 p.m. on Feb. 29.

A city statement said the suspect, Corey Patton II, 23, of Charlotte, N.C., had made forcible entry into the home

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PUBLIC SAFETY through a locked door and confronted the homeowner prior to police arrival. The homeowner discharged a handgun at Patton, shooting him several times in the torso. Patton was later pronounced dead at WellStar North Fulton Hospital.

Milton Police have not released any more details. The Herald contacted the department and was told there were no additional developments in the case since the March 2 statement.

their taxes as well, so she had access to the family’s Social Security numbers. The victim said there were no signs of fraudulent activity on any of their accounts.

Police spoke with the leasing office of the Milton apartment complex and were told a woman named Gigi had recently been evicted.

Couple bilked of hundreds in fraudulent business scam Man reports iPad taken MILTON, Ga. — A married couple from from inside parked car Locust Grove is out $1,600 after paying a Milton woman to help them start their own businesses.

A woman reported to Milton Police March 4 that a friend introduced her to a woman named “Gigi” around three months ago who offered to assist her in opening her own boutique and her husband with launching a trucking company.

Gigi told the couple she could set up the companies’ taxes, credit and registration with the state, the victim said.

In the police report, the officer noted the victim never mentioned a contract or agreement and had no documents to reflect the arrangement.

The woman told police Gigi said she had an office in Alpharetta, but she would only meet her at her apartment in Milton. The couple paid Gigi a total of $1,600.

The victim said that when she and her husband went to open a business account, they were told their companies were not registered with the state. She said Gigi had not returned calls and no one would answer the door of her apartment.

The woman said Gigi offered to do

A witness told police she followed the suspect outside the store and saw him place the computers in a gold Jeep and get into the passenger seat before it drove away.

A Walmart employee said the suspect is believed to be the same man wanted for theft of several items on Feb. 9.

Fake bill spotted by store manager

MILTON, Ga. — A Milton man reported to police that his iPad had been taken from inside his car while it was parked at his home along Commonwealth Circle.

The man told police he parked his car in his driveway on Feb. 28. He said the car’s windows were up and the doors were locked.

He told police the next morning he noticed all his car’s windows were down.

He later realized he had left his iPad in the car and it was missing.

MILTON, Ga. — Milton Police are seeking a suspect wanted for passing a counterfeit $100 bill at the Publix on Ga. 9.

On March 2, the suspect purchased two Powerade drinks around 10 p.m. using a $100 note. The manager said the cashier checked the bill using a marker, but it showed the note was not counterfeit.

The next day, the manager said she was going through the store’s cash and spotted the fake bill because it did not have the proper hologram, was poorly dyed and was not the correct size.

Milton Police investigating computer theft from store Cameras reported stolen MILTON, Ga. — Milton Police are from man’s residence searching for two suspects who allegedly stole several computers from the Milton Walmart on March 1.

Surveillance footage showed one of the suspects entering the store around 9 p.m. The man then took a shopping cart to the electronics section, placed three computers in the cart and walked out of the store without paying. The computers and three anti-theft devices had a total value of $1,617.

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The man said he had placed four cameras around the exterior of his home on Keans Court. When he checked on them the evening of Feb. 29, he noted three were missing.

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Fulton County residents identified as Georgia’s first coronavirus cases

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Impact from the spread of the novel coronavirus hit close to home last week, as Georgia officials confirmed the state’s first cases in Fulton County.

The announcement came March 2 when Gov. Brian Kemp outlined plans to control the spread of the disease that has been blamed for more than a dozen deaths in the United States.

Two Fulton County residents who live in the same household were the first Georgians to be diagnosed. One recently returned from Italy, where there are more than 2,000 confirmed cases, the most serious outbreak outside of Asia.

The Georgia Department of Public Health reported the two individuals have mild symptoms and are isolated at their home. The department is working to identify anyone who may have been exposed while the individuals were infectious.

Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Kathleen Toomey said the two were astute, acting as someone who suspects they have the disease should.

“This individual had traveled to Italy, recognized there was a potential risk for themselves and their household members and contacted the physician ahead of time, so that they would not put any of the patients at the practice at risk,” Toomey said. “I suspect we’ll see other cases, and I hope that all of them go as smoothly as this did.”

The clinician had the patients use a side entrance to keep them separate from other patients and immediately contacted the state health department, Toomey said.

“We knew that Georgia would likely have confirmed cases of COVID-19, and we planned for it,” Toomey said.

“The immediate risk of COVID-19 to the general public, however, remains low at this time.”

The coronavirus spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Symptoms appear within two to 14 days after exposure and include fever, cough, runny nose and difficulty breathing.

The virus COVID-19 is linked to an outbreak in Wuhan, China. The countries with the most widespread transmission are China, Iran, South Korea, Italy and Japan, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The CDC recommends avoiding nonessential travel to these countries.

“COVID-19 continues to present a low risk for most Americans, but we

How to protect yourself • Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.

• If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.

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must remain vigilant for medically fragile populations, including the elderly and those with existing health conditions,” Kemp said.

In South Korea, there have been no deaths among individuals under the age of 30, Kemp said, and in Italy, the average age of those who are sick from COVID-19 is 60, and the average age of deaths is 81.

Fulton County adds details On March 3, Fulton County held a press conference and revealed more details about the local cases: A 56-year-old man traveled from a conference in Milan, Italy to Amsterdam, to Hartfield-Jackson Airport in Atlanta on Feb. 22. He was asymptomatic at the time, and health officials think he did not present a risk to other travelers, Interim Fulton County Health Director Dr. Elizabeth Ford said.

By Feb. 25, he began displaying symptoms, as did his teenage son on Feb. 27. Both patients are now showing little to no symptoms but are still being monitored. His spouse and younger child were also tested.

Both children are homeschooled, so there is likely little risk to the public school systems at this time, Ford said, though an investigation into who may be at risk is still underway. Details about where the patients live and work were not released to protect their privacy.

Ford said this appears to be an

under-control, travel-related incident and not cause for panic.

“My main message is for the citizens of Fulton County is to remain calm and follow instructions, as we will be following instructions from the Centers for Disease Control and state,” Fulton County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts said.

Local governments take precautions At the local level, cities and counties across Metro Atlanta are amplifying prevention messages, while reassuring residents that emergency plans are in place should the situation worsen.

“The city has an established disaster protocol that would be implemented in a crisis,” Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch said. “Dunwoody officials are in constant contact with DeKalb Public Health and DeKalb Emergency Management Agency.”

Alpharetta, Johns Creek and other North Fulton cities said they would be taking instruction from the CDC, Georgia Department of Public Health and Fulton County Board of Health.

Meanwhile, cities are coordinating with each other. Milton officials said in the event first responders come into contact with someone with the virus, other departments in the area are prepared to step in to ensure a consistent, safe response.

“It’s something that we are always on top of,” Roswell Community Relations Manager Julie Brechbill said. “We have been preparing for this. We’ve had meetings about this. We are working with all of the cities and county along with the state on this.”

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Coronavirus myths In the wake of uncertainty stirred by the coronavirus (COVID-19), myths about its origin, treatment and transmission have cropped up that could be dangerous or cause panic. Some of the more common misconceptions include: Bat soup origin: Social media has circulated photos and videos of a woman eating bat soup, claiming that it’s how the virus started. In reality, the video is from 2016 and took place in Palau, an archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. The epicenter of the outbreak is thought to be linked to a seafood and live animal market from Wuhan, China.

Facemasks and surgical masks: Surgical masks will not protect wearers from inhaling airborne particles, such as water droplets containing the coronavirus. An N95 respirator can but is only recommended for use by healthcare professionals. Health officials advise against buying or hoarding facemasks and respirators as there are supply shortages for medical professionals. Facemasks should only be worn if a healthcare professional recommends it, the CDC says.

Bleach, zinc lozenges, silver and other supposed treatments: Currently, there is no known vaccine or specific medicine for prevention or treatment of the coronavirus.

There have been several supposed but false “treatments” circulating online. Current safeguards include frequent handwashing and avoiding close contact with sick people.

Pets spreading the coronavirus: There is no current evidence that pets, such as dogs or cats, can spread the coronavirus, and there have been no confirmed cases of a cat or dog contracting it. However, it’s still a good idea to wash your hands after contact with a pet to protect against common bacteria. And, the CDC recommends limiting contact with animals if you are sick until more is known about the coronavirus.

Ordering products from China: It is safe to order and receive packages from China, according to the World Health Organization. Coronaviruses are generally thought to be spread through respiratory droplets which have poor survivability on surfaces.

Warm weather: It is not yet known if warmer weather will impact the spread of the coronavirus. Some viruses, such as the common cold and flu, are less active in the summer.

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Milton approves request to revamp historically zoned store

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — The old Hardeman Country Store at Hopewell and Thompson roads is set to reopen as a new business following approval of zoning modifications by the Milton City Council.

At its March 2 meeting, the council approved an updated site plan, including the deletion of a buffer that will provide more parking on the site. A setback requirement along an adjacent undeveloped residential property was also deleted.

The new site plan calls for adding 19 gravel parking spaces along Thompson Road and four near Hopewell Road. The local businessman behind the project, Chris Sedgewick, said 28 seats will be constructed inside the building.

Entry and exit to the site will be along Thompson Road and Hopewell Road under the proposal, and the plan aligns with a future roundabout slated for the intersection.

City staff recommended approval of the plan with conditions.

Sedgewick is no stranger to Milton.

He owns The Union and 7 Acre BarNGrill. His proposal for the site calls for an eclectic country store offering doughnuts, gourmet coffee, gelato, fresh-cut flowers and arts and crafts.

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The old Hardeman Country Store, at Hopewell Road and Thompson Road in Milton, will soon reopen as a new business offering food, flowers and crafts.

The site’s historical zoning prohibits exterior modifications, but updates are proposed for the interior. Under the city’s approval conditions, updates to the site, the building and any signage must go before the city’s Design Review Board. The board will review the changes and must approve a “certificate of appropriateness” before the updates can move forward.

Josh Kim, a partner in the store through Sands Investment Group, said the project will move along quickly following the council’s approval.

“Our architect has started work on drawings already, and our engineer is in the process of putting together plans

while working closely with the city’s engineer,” Kim said. “So it’s definitely full-steam ahead.”

Kim said the project’s backers hope to go before the Design Review Board in April and begin renovations next month into May. A tentative opening date will be in June or July.

In the meantime, Sedgwick and company are sourcing furniture and equipment for the store and will be creating its brand identity, refining the store’s offerings and plans for community engagement, Kim said.

Sedgwick’s store will breathe new life into the building which was built in the 1950s and operated as a general store with gas pumps. The property has sat mostly dormant since the city’s incorporation, though there have been several attempts to rezone the site since 2006.

The building was renovated in 2006 with the addition of a porch, and the gasoline tanks were removed. A year later, a request to rezone the site from rural residential to commercial was withdrawn due to opposition. Another rezoning request was withdrawn in 2012.

In 2013 the property was rezoned to historic. The building is one of two properties zoned historic in the city. The other is the Thomas Byrd Sr. House on Hopewell Road.

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By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Milton is moving forward with steps to improve walkability and pedestrian safety in the growing downtown Crabapple area. The city entered a contract last week to begin initial stages of collecting input from residents and conducting traffic and speed studies before drafting a plan to place before the public and the Georgia DOT. Upgrades are slated for Crabapple Road between Itaska Walk and Lecoma Trace. The thoroughfare is a state road, so GDOT must sign off on any improvements.

The downtown Crabapple Placemaking Plan was approved in 2017 and called for significant streetscape improvements. Projects identified under that plan will serve as the starting gate for future enhancements. Milton Transportation Engineer Sara Leaders said the placemaking plan had “high-level” concepts, and more fine-tuning is needed.

“Every project is different, and a sitespecific concept is needed to move to the next step of construction documents and a GDOT permit,” Leaders said. “The goal is to develop a plan that can be built, meets the needs for the stakeholders and will be permitted by GDOT.” Stakeholders in the area include several businesses along the downtown stretch of Crabapple Road.

Originally, Milton was set to design improvements in-house, but after meeting with developers in the area, the city changed course and opted to contract with planning firm Clark Patterson Lee. “City transportation staff presented a phased approach to the Crabapple Road streetscape to get a pedestrian crossing and some parking submitted to GDOT,” Leaders said. “After input from that

meeting, as well as city management, it was decided not to piece together improvements but to holistically address the area with a substantial stakeholder input for those businesses that front Crabapple Road.”

Leaders said Clark Patterson Lee has experience and success in working with the state’s transportation department on projects in commercial areas.

Clark Patterson Lee will facilitate the meetings with business owners in the area and all residents. The timing of those meetings is being hashed out, Leaders said, adding there could be “multiple rounds” of sessions before and after improvement plans are formed.

From there, the firm will conduct a speed study and analyze the need for pedestrian crossings at two locations.

The city will then present up to three concepts and gather cost estimates for any designs before going to GDOT. Leaders said this project should be completed within six months. The full permit could be submitted to GDOT in the months that follow, she said.

The pedestrian improvements effort comes as several large developments have announced plans to open in the area in the coming years, including another phase of Crabapple Market.

The Placemaking Plan will serve as the foundation for improvements. The three-year old proposal calls for 21 parking spaces along the road, sidewalks and a bike lane. The roads would also be scaled down from 13.5-feet wide to 11-feet wide. A pedestrian crosswalk with a paved “refuge” between eastbound and westbound traffic is also proposed, along with a High-Intensity Activated crossWalk, or HAWK, signal similar to the one in downtown Alpharetta.

The city will also consider plantings along the road and streetlights.

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Lawmakers debate testing, hazing and obscene materials

By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com As lawmakers debate budgets and the public fixates on coronavirus, legislation impacting education continues to wind its way through the General Assembly.

The 40-day session is more than half through, with legislators facing Crossover Day this week. All bills must pass out of their originating chamber by end of day Thursday, March 12, to be considered in play for the session.

Gov. Brian Kemp continues to check off campaign promises through legislation aimed at reducing the number of mandatory tests under the annual Milestones Assessments.

Senate Bill 367 eliminates five standardized tests in middle and high school, shortens the length of tests and moves the testing window to the end of the school year.

The bill reduces the number of required Milestones tests for students from 24 to 19, but it remains two above the 17 federally mandated tests. Georgia students would still take the social studies test in high school, along with a state history test in 8th grade.

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The 40-day session is more than half through, with legislators facing Crossover Day this week. students have seen the number of mandated tests drop from 32 to 24, and that number is likely to drop to 19 next year.

A statement from the Georgia Association of Educators noted “Educators did not choose this profession to drill students in ‘high-stakes’ testing. They want to teach and accurately assess their students.”

If passed, the law will go into effect on July 1 for the next school year.

Currently on Gov. Kemp’s desk, and likely to become law any day, is House Bill 444 which puts guardrails on the popular Dual Enrollment program for college credit. Beginning next year, restrictions will be placed on the number of courses that can be earned by students to ensure the program stays financially viable.

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“The troops of Forsyth County Fire are well trained and equipped for serving our customers during times of any sickness, and now is no different,” Division Chief Jason Shivers said.

Some local governments said they are reviewing plans to allow employees to work from home should the situation worsen.

Hospitals in the area say they are following the CDC guidelines for prevention, surveillance and treatment.

“We are continuously monitoring the COVID-19 outbreak,” Northside Hospital Spokeswoman Katherine Watson said.

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Here is a look at other education-related bills under discussion in the General Assembly: HB 476 – Allows “child entertainers” to not be considered absent from school while performing.

HB 939 – Removes the sunset date for the $100 million cap on income tax credits that fund vouchers to private schools. Currently, that cap sunsets on December 31, 2028; after which it reverts to $58 million.

HB 1026 – Reduces the number of REACH scholars a district may select.

Districts select middle school students who are eligible for college scholarships if they meet certain goals in high school. Districts with five or more high schools will be limited to eight REACH scholars instead of the current 12.

HB 1041 – Eliminates material considered “obscene” in public K-12 schools and closes a loophole in the criminal code section. Currently, schools are exempted from laws dealing with providing harmful material to a minor. A school-based review committee would decide what is considered offensive.

School district launches plan to address threat Fulton County Schools announced last week it has formed an executive task force of high-level administrators to monitor and oversee the district’s ongoing response to the coronavirus.

Already, the district has set up a website, fultonschools.org/coronavirus, to address the latest developments within schools and inform parents and students of best practices to avoid the disease.

“I’m pleased with our district’s collaborative efforts with state and county public health officials to keep our schools safe,” Fulton Schools Superintendent Mike Looney said.

bipartisan bill to appropriate $8.3 billion in emergency funding to address the virus outbreak.

“These funds will serve to expedite vaccine development and will help our local authorities take the necessary precautions to keep our community safe,” said U.S. Rep. Rob Woodall, who represents Forsyth County.

HB 1055 – The annual attempt by legislators to allow home-schooled students access to extracurricular activities at their zoned public school.

SB 282 – Requires designated research universities ensure at least 90 percent of early action admissions are offered to Georgia resident students SB 398 – “The After-School Recess Act” prohibits graded homework in grades K-2.

SB 404 – Allows boards of education in high growth districts to receive impact fees from developers.

SB 423 – The “Max Gruver Act” expands the definition of hazing, includes minors, adds penalties, and applies to high school as well as college grades.

SB 430 – Allows home school or private school students to enroll in courses at a college and career academy located in the student’s publicschool attendance zone.

Both Georgia senators; U.S. Rep. Lucy McBath, whose district includes north Fulton and Dunwoody, and Woodall voted in favor of the funding.

“My prayers go out to those who have already been impacted by this disease,” McBath said. “It is important that we work together as Americans and do our part to keep our families healthy, and it is critical that we fully address the scale and seriousness of this disease.”

Patrick Fox, Julia Grochowski, Denise Ray, Joe Parker and Candy Waylock Solution contributed to this story.

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Historic Ebenezer United Methodist looks to build activity center

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — One of Milton’s oldest and most historical sites, Ebenezer United Methodist church, has drawn up plans to add a new building to its property nearly 170 years after the construction of its original sanctuary. The picturesque church at the intersection of Cox Road and Arnold Mill Road is seeking to add a 26,000-square foot activity center to host worship services and community events.

Pastor Glenn Hannigan said the church sat on 1 acre for its first 161 years, but recently has expanded its footprint to over six acres, which has allowed for the expansion.

“Once we did that, we realized we had the opportunity to build something, basically that fits our culture,” Hannigan said.

Plans call for a two-story building that will include a full commercial kitchen, a large open event space, classrooms and a stage. Hannigan said the building is designed as a “modern barn” with large, exposed beams and vaulted ceilings. Outside the building, there are also plans for a fire pit, outdoor pavilion and two-sided fireplace.

The activity center will be a welcome addition for the congregation, allowing

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Ebenezer United Methodist is seeking to build a 26,000-square-foot activity center nearly 170 years after the original sanctuary was built. The center could hold church services, weddings and community events. the church to host more events throughout the week. It will also be a boon for Ebenezer’s popular annual BBQ, and Hannigan said the center could host a more contemporary, youth-oriented service. Music events, weddings and other gatherings are also in the plans.

The church will also open its doors to the neighborhood.

“We want to be a gathering place for

the community,” Hannigan said. “And if there is a community group that has a little theatre production or a group has an event and they don’t have a stage, we want to be able to turn around and say, ‘we have a stage, you can do your event here.’ And just allow folks, for whatever their activity is where they need a great space or a large venue, we’d be able to provide that.”

Before the church can move forward with its plans, it must go before the City Council for approval. The plan was slated to go before the Milton Planning Commission at its February meeting, but the issue was tabled while the site plan is adjusted.

Originally the church had requested variances for the activity center, but new information prompted an overhaul.

Hannigan said the church’s original proposal included preserving a large white oak on the property, but an arborist said the tree is riddled with disease and presents a hazard. With the removal of the tree, a new plan is being drawn up that will re-orientate the building.

The new plan could go before the Planning Commission at its March 25 meeting.

Ebenezer United is a popular wedding venue and hosts two Sunday services at its sanctuary, which was built in 1930.

The original structure from 1853 burned down, and the congregation came together to rebuild the church during the Great Depression.

With bank loans putting a hard stop on lending, church members brought a portable sawmill to the site and donated trees to construct the sanctuary that stands today, Hannigan said.

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Northside Hospital acquires three Gwinnett urgent care centers

By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Northside Hospital has acquired three ChoiceOne Urgent Care of Gwinnett facilities, expanding its presence in Gwinnett County.

Northside will partner with the Nashville-based Urgent Care Group to manage and operate the three locations in Grayson, Sugar Hill and on Hamilton Mill Road in Buford.

The centers are staffed and equipped to treat patients with non-life-threatening ailments, like broken bones, infections and minor injuries.

Over the next several months, the centers, formerly affiliated with Gwinnett Health Systems, will be rebranded as HealthChoice Urgent Care.

The move comes less than a year after Northside acquired Gwinnett Health System and its hospital and auxiliary operations in Duluth and Lawrenceville.

The Northside Hospital health care

Toyota chooses Alpharetta for financial services hub ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Toyota Financial Services will open a new office in Alpharetta to become the company’s East Dealer Service Center. The investment of more than $8 million will bring 150 new jobs to area, state officials said.

“I’m excited for the new opportunities that this will provide the hardworking and skilled talent in Alpharetta, and we are grateful for Toyota Financial’s additional investment in Georgia,” said Gov. Brian Kemp.

Toyota Financial Services, the finance and insurance brand for Toyota in the United States, will open at 11625 Rain-

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system is one of Georgia’s leading health care providers with five acute-care hospitals in Atlanta, Canton, Cumming, Duluth and Lawrenceville and more than 250 outpatient locations across the state. The system now has 1,636 inpatient beds, nearly 21,000 employees and 3,500 physicians on staff.

Fresenius Medical Care, which owns ChoiceOne, is leaving the urgent care water Drive in Alpharetta. The center will be one of three “hub” locations for the company that support automotive dealers across the nation. Employees will primarily analyze and make approval determinations on retail and lease credit applications received from dealerships.

“With a reputation for being one of Georgia’s best places to live, and a city experiencing its own economic and cultural growth, Alpharetta is ideal for Toyota’s evolution as we continue meeting the needs of our dealers and customers,” said Alec Hagey, Toyota Financial Services group vice president of sales, product, and marketing. “From the start, the city has been so welcoming, and we look forward to being a valued, contrib-

business. All ChoiceOne employees in the three Gwinnett facilities will remain and continue their clinical and patient work.

“This partnership strengthens urgent care resources for the Gwinnett community, which continues to experience remarkable growth,” said Debbie Mitcham, president and CEO of the Northside Hospital Gwinnett campuses. “Urgent Care Group’s track record in the urgent care field is outstanding, and it fits quite well with Northside’s mission and patient care commitment.”

David Maloney, founder and CEO of Urgent Care Group, built an organization focused on greater operating efficiencies and enhanced clinical quality with urgent care centers throughout the Carolinas.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with Northside Hospital in what is unquestionably one of the best health care regions in the country,” Maloney said. “With each additional associate, center, and partner, Urgent Care Group becomes better for the patients and com-

munities we serve.”

The Urgent Care Group Network includes 20 centers operating in South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia.

Gwinnett employees were notified of the transition in late February, and leaders from Urgent Care Group and Northside Hospital are providing in-person and online support and resources.

Andy Miller, editor and CEO of Georgia Health News, said the acquisition makes business sense for Northside Hospital.

“The more services and facilities that a health system can acquire, it adds to its marketing and bargaining clout when striking contracts with health insurers,” he said.

Miller added that many health systems are building up their urgent care capacity to meet consumers’ needs for easily accessible care.

“These centers provide after-hours and weekend services and are much less expensive than going to an emergency room,” Miller said.

uting member of the community.”

Mayor Jim Gilvin welcomed the news and called Toyota’s selection an honor.

“Their investment here is a wonderful example of Alpharetta’s attractiveness for tech-based enterprises and a growing insurance and reinsurance industry sector,” Gilvin said.

Individuals interested in applying for a position at the company can visit toyota.com/usa/careers.

tion has a new branch manager, Carisa Buffington.

Buffington is new to Johns Creek, but she has years of experience leading credit union teams in Duluth, Suwanee and Buford.

“I’m excited to be in Johns Creek,” Buffington said. “I’m finding our members here are uniquely committed to this area, and I’m excited to continue Delta Community’s investment in this vibrant community.”

Buffington was tapped to lead the Johns Creek branch after former manager Jenn Dietzel was promoted to the credit union’s residential lending team. Delta Community has about 65,000 members in Fulton County, and many of them call the Johns Creek branch their “home” bank.

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Bleach, bananas and today’s volatile economy After a long day of serving up fresh, hot refinance mortgages to my deserving customers, I popped into my local Publix to pick up a few things Brenda asked me to get.

It was about five GEOFF SMITH minutes to closing, Assurance Financial, so I employed my gsmith@lendtheway.com keen knowledge of how they organize their store and moved swiftly through the aisles. I grabbed bananas in the produce section, headed to the back, then left and back up an aisle to get the aloe lotion. I was coming down the household cleaning supplies aisle when I saw four completely empty shelves. It was the bleach shelves.

Empty.

I was stumped for a second.

A woman was walking past me. “You know, I heard of a lady in my neighborhood who is putting bleach on her bananas,” she said. “Crazy.”

Crazy indeed. As a mortgage banker, our world has been shaken and popped.

Interest rates are lower than they have ever been. Ever. All of a sudden, everyone who has a mortgage is a potential customer.

And it’s because other industries don’t seem to be doing so well. I heard an airline economist talking about how small airlines in Europe and Asia might be put out of business. The manufacturing industry is scrambling to find new suppliers as the Chinese manufacturing industry, which makes up 20 percent of the world’s output, was pulled to a near halt. Armani closed its Milan headquarters last week.

Economists had been worrying for years that despite no tangible, visible signs of one, a recession must be on the horizon. The only real evidence seemed to be that we had gone too long without one. Now it’s possible this flu outbreak could trigger one.

Many companies are taking a temporary hit with this flu. The question that has economist freaking out is can those companies survive?

The Federal Reserve releases a jobs report the first Friday of every month.

The report is their best guess at how many people were hired the month before and what the new unemployment rate is. It is typically the most important data point detailing the health of our economy. But this flu rendered March’s report almost insignificant. Why? Because the decisions to hire were made before the flu outbreak. And we are now living in a world after the flu outbreak.

Next month’s jobs report will be walked up a red carpet.

It’s always amazing to me how unpredictable the economy really is. The stock market has been tumbling and the economy is slowing. It’s not because people lost the appetite or ability to buy stuff, but out of precaution, companies had to slow down making stuff.

And people stopped traveling so much, so airlines are taking a hit. It’s kind of hard to book a cruise when you have a chance of having your ship stuck out at sea for a couple weeks while a deadly flu runs its course.

Many companies are taking a temporary hit with this flu. The question that has economist freaking out is can those companies survive? And what will they have to do to survive it? Lay people off?

Shut down poorer performing segments of their businesses?

It’s a serious concern. So much so that the Federal Reserve held an emergency meeting and caught the markets off-guard by immediately cutting its Federal Funds Rate, the interest rate it charges big banks to store money, by 0.5 percent. The move was to encourage banks not to store money, but to

put it out in the economy in the form of business loans, equity loans and other investments.

While the Fed rate isn’t directly tied to mortgage rates, it certainly had an effect. Investors, believing that if the Federal Reserve, the entity with the most up-to-date data in the world and with some of the best economists in the world, is concerned, we all should be concerned. So, investors pulled their money from the stock market and put it into lower-performing “safe-haven” assets, like 10-Year Treasury Bonds. When those bonds are bought in high-volume, their yields drop and mortgage interest rates along with it.

I am locking people into 15-year loans at 2.75 percent right now. While it’s great for me now, the banks are seeing all of their held mortgages go from 4 percent and more returns to near 3 percent returns. The good news is that homeowners who are refinancing are finding an extra couple hundred dollars a month, which maybe they’ll spend back into the economy. And maybe that will trigger something positive.

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

Geoff Smith gsmith@lendtheway.com 770-674-1433 Personal: NMLS#104587 Business: NMLS#70876 *The views and opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the views of Assurance Financial Group

Make your health more important than your business As a small business owner that works long hours each day, are you carving out some time to keep in shape?

Do you allocate time in your busy schedule to work DICK JONES out and get some Founder & President physical fitness?

Jones Simply Sales Staying physically fit will help you stay mentally fit and enable you to do a better job in running your business. Your health is more important than your bottom line.

So how do you do this?

Step one: Put it on your calendar.

Just like business meetings or internal meetings with your employees, scheduling time on your calendar to get some exercise is a must.

Step two: Don’t erase the workout event on your calendar. Yes, things will come up that will tempt you to do so, but make your workouts as important as anything you are doing to run and grow your small business.

You can kill two birds with one stone by combining business with fitness. Instead of sitting around a table talking about your business plans, take a walk (or run) with your team and discuss business while you’re walking, not sitting.

Scheduling a morning workout is much more realistic than during the day or after work. Most small business owners will tell you if they don’t work out in the morning, it won’t get done.

If you’re traveling, that’s no excuse either. Most hotels have workout facilities and all you need to do is schedule a wake-up call. Staying fit while running a small business will improve your energy level and mental aptitude, which will in turn help you more successfully run your small business.

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CALENDAR CREATIVE COLLAGE WORKSHOP

GUIDED HIKES

Expand your sense of wonder during these hikes. The group will be looping around down to the creek to explore the natural environment here at Autrey Mill. Hikes are open to all ages, but best suited to those who can easily walk a third of a mile. Join for a guided hike Saturday, March 14, 2-3 p.m. at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek. For more information, visit autreymill.org.

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FEATURED: BECOMING STEPFAMILY SMART

What: Blended family author, speaker and therapist Ron Deal will speak about Become Stepfamily Smart and offer insight for stepfamily parents.

When: Thursday, March 12, 7-9 p.m.

Where: North Point Community Church, 4350 Northpoint Parkway, Alpharetta Cost: $10 Info: northpoint.org/events/ becoming-stepfamily-smart

ST. PATTY AT THE DIAMOND

What: Enjoy favorite Irish dishes including cornbeef and cabbage, beer battered fish and chips, rubens and a new twist on Irish spirits, with live music Friday and Saturday nights.

When: March 12-17 Where: Black Diamond Grill, 1485 Peachtree Parkway, Ste. D4, Cumming More info: theblackdiamondgrill.com

THE ROMANTIC GREATS CONCERT

What: Hear concertmaster Martha Gardner performing the Brahms Violin Concerto in D Major and Schumann’s Symphony No. 3 and guest conduc-

tor Colin Ogg leading the orchestra in a performance of Brahms’ Academic Festival Overture.

Georgia Philharmonic.

When: Saturday, March 14, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Lassiter Concert Hall, 2601 Shallowford Road, Marietta Cost: $10-25 More info and tickets: eventbrite.com/e/the-romanticgreats-tickets-55528761019

PICKING UP THE PIECES

What: The Johns Creek Arts Center hosts the Atlanta Collage Society’s most recent exhibit.

When: Opening reception Saturday, March 14, 6-7:30 p.m.; Show open through April 25 Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

VOICES OF MIMOSA CONCERT

What: Over 200 voices from the adult choirs of local churches join together in song, offering a diverse program of sacred music including Requiem by Gabriel Faure.

Free concert. No tickets needed.

When: Sunday, March 15, 3 p.m.

Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumc.com/music or 770-594-0512

What: Perfect for all levels of art experience, this workshop covers collage skills and techniques with a wide range of materials. Taught by collage artist Chery Baird.

When: Saturday, March 28, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Johns Creek Cost: $90 for non-members, $80 for members More info and tickets: johnscreekarts.org

ST. BRENDAN FRYDAY FISH FRY

What: Enjoy a fish fry with dinein, take-out and drive-through options available. Adult and children’s menus.

When: Every Friday through April 3, 5-8 p.m.

Where: St. Brendan the Navigator, 4633 Shiloh Road, Cumming Cost: $12 for adults, $6 for ages 4-12, free for children 3 and under More info: stbrendansatl.com

DENIM, DIAMONDS AND DICE

What: Enjoy a dinner, drinks, music, dancing and games while supporting local veterans.

When: Saturday, April 4, 7-11 p.m.

Where: American Legion Post 201, 201 Wills Road, Alpharetta Cost: Tickets start at $100 More info and tickets: Eventbrite.com, michelleb.sway@att. net or 678-386-6640

FORM AND EXPRESSION: CERAMIC WORKSHOP

What: Johns Creek Arts Center presents a workshop with nationally recognized artists Pavel Amromin and Tammy Marinuzzi.

When: Saturday, April 4, 9 a.m.

Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Johns Creek Cost: $200 for non-members, $180 for members More info and tickets: johnscreekarts.org

INTRO TO SCRATCHBOARD WORKSHOP

What: Learn the basics of scratchboard from Debra Yaun.

Students will learn techniques using a variety of tools, many of which will be provided by the instructor.

When: Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Johns Creek Cost: $90 for non-members, $80 for members More info and tickets: johnscreekarts.org

CAMP ALEFBET 2020

What: Creative programming, experienced educators and happy campers for babies to Pre-K. When: June 1-July 30, Mondays-Fridays, flexible hours Where: Congregation Beth Shalom, 5303 Winters Chapel Road, Atlanta Cost: Prices vary More info: alefbetpreschool.com

EVENTS: LAWNS AND TURF

What: Join Master Gardener David Alspaugh and learn about the different types of turf available for home landscaping, the pros and cons of each type, and tips for installation and maintenance of turf grasses.

When: Saturday, March 14,11a.m.-noon Where: Dunwoody Community Garden & Orchard Greenhouse Complex, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody More info: dcgo.org.

AMERICAN CRAFT SHOW

What: As one of the largest juried fine craft shows in the Southeast, the event features 250 of the country’s top contemporary craft artists, specializing in everything from handmade ceramics to fine jewelry, apparel, furniture, home decor and textiles.

When: March 13-15, times vary Where: Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Parkway Southeast, Atlanta Cost: Tickets are $12 in advance Info: craftcouncil.org/atlanta

ROSWELL READS WRITING WORKSHOP

What: Kim Michele Richardson is a bestselling author who lives in Kentucky. She’s an advocate for the prevention of child and domestic abuse and the author of the bestselling memoir “The Unbreakable Child.”

When: Friday, March 13, 1-3 p.m.

Where: Roswell City Hall, Room 220, 38 Hill St., Roswell Cost: $10 More info: roswellreads.com

BULLOCH HALL QUILT SHOW

What: Features more than 150 quilts made by local artists. This year’s gallery is devoted to plant and animal species identified as endangered or threatened.

When: March 6-15 Where: Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell More info: www.bullochhall.org/ quilt-show.html

THE FRAGRANT GARDEN

What: Learn the secrets of creating fragrances in gardens to add a new dimension to it. Part of a lecture series by the North Fulton Master Gardeners.

When: Tuesday, March 17, 7-8:30 p.m.

Where: Bill Johnson Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

WWII ROUNDTABLE

What: Atlanta World War II Roundtable invites the public to attend its luncheon meeting.

The featured speaker is WWII combat veteran Andy Negra.

Lunch included in price.

When: Thursday, March 19, 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

Where: United Methodist Church, 1548 Mount Vernon Road, Dunwoody Cost: $20 per person. $15 for WWII veterans More info and registration: atlantaww2roundtable@gmail.com or 770-457-4409

HEALTH AND FITNESS: WALK WITH A DOC

What: Take a step toward better health with Walk with a Doc, a health program that brings doctors and patients together to walk. Every walk will feature a different health topic.

When: Saturday, March 14, 10 a.m.

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

CALENDAR

SOULSTICE YOGA

What: Join for Soulstice Yoga at the Dunwoody Nature Center.

This year, we will be celebrating the change of the seasons on each solstice and equinox.

When: Wednesday, March 18, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Where: Dunwoody Nature Center, 5343 Roberts Drive, Dunwoody More info: dunwoodynature. org/soulstice-yoga/

TOTALLY HAPPY FEET RUN/ WALK GROUP

What: Be a part of this weekly group run. The 3-mile run will start at the trailhead on McFarland Pkwy just down the street from Halcyon.

When: Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: Starts at Big Creek Greenway Trailhead, 1622 McFarland Parkway, Alpharetta More info: visithalcyon.com/ events/totally-happy-feet-runwalk-group-halcyon

RELIGIOUS EVENTS: CHILDREN’S CLASSES

What: Baha’i children’s classes awaken the spiritual capacities of children, encouraging them to develop essential human virtues.

When: First and third Sunday of every month, 10:30 a.m.-noon Where: The Bahai’s of the Dunwoody Community, 5816 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Atlanta More info: 770-298-9993 or vojdanis@yahoo.com

YOUTH NIGHT

What: Youth gather for music, devotions, dinner and fellowship, and discuss topics like sacrifice, joyfulness, struggle, gratitude and more.

When: First Saturday of every month, 7-10 p.m.

Where: 4482 Fergus Way, Dunwoody More info: 770-757-3197 or mouzhan@yahoo.com

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DAY OF UNPLUGGING

What: Sculptor Eileen Braun conjures the skeletal hulls and germinating pods of an infant organism in her biomorphic forms.

When: Through March 14, 11 a.m-6 p.m.

Where: Spruill Gallery, 4681 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta More info: spruillarts.org

What: Honor National Day of Unplugging by starting your day techfree and outdoors.

Join for a 60-minute breath-focused yoga flow class followed by real-life socializing and light bites.

When: Saturday, March 14, 9 a.m.

Where: Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody More info: discoverdunwoody.com

WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL GATHERING

What: All are welcome to share prayers and readings from the sacred scriptures of all Faiths.

When: Sundays, 4-6 p.m.

Where: 1397 Wickendy Court, Dunwoody More info: 770-394-4539 or shayesteh8@gmail.com

CENTERING PRAYER GROUP

What: Explore meditation and silent prayer in a supportive group setting.

When: Fridays, 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, Room 205, 180 Academy Street, Alpharetta More info: alpharettapres.com

MEN’S MINISTRY: FRIDAY MORNINGS

What: The First Baptist Roswell men’s group meets every Friday morning for friendship and to help each other grow spiritually.

All are welcome to attend.

When: Fridays, 7 a.m.

Where: Panera Bread, 1195 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: fbroswell.org

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‘FROZEN JR.’

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: ‘JOURNEY TO OZ’

What: Join Roswell Dance Starz as they explore the Emerald City and the Land of Oz. through dance. Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Cowardly Lion and other characters from over the rainbow will dance down the yellow brick road in this new take on the classic story.

When: Saturday, March 14, shows at 3 and 7:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $15 More info and tickets: tututix. com/client/roswelldancestarz

‘ANNIE, JR.’

What: Watch a performance of “Annie, Jr.” by Crabapple Middle School Drama Club.

When: March 17 and 18 at 7 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: $10 in advance or at the door for $15 More info: bit.ly/393hUtW

What: Over 150 cast and crew members will bring Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life onstage. Children are encouraged to dress as their favorite character to join the pre-show and post-show activities.

When: Sunday, March 22, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Monday, March 23, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Rosenberg Performing Arts Theatre, 8105 Roberts Drive, Atlanta More info and tickets: davisacademy.org/musical

SPOTLIGHT EXHIBIT: THE PHOTOGRAPHY OF JIM ALEXANDER

What: Jim Alexander is an award-winning documentary photographer who has amassed a large collection of images of Black culture and human rights photographs.

When: Jan. 9-March 31 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: jimalexanderphotography.com

LIBRARY EVENTS: AP US HISTORY PRACTICE EXAM What: Students will need to schedule a 3-hour block of time to take the practice exam.

When: Saturday, March 14, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855

Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info and registration: afpls.org or 404-613-4402

ADULT ART CLASS: WOOD ART What: Join to create a piece of wood art. All levels welcome.

Presented by Out of the Box Art Studio. Ages: 18 and up.

When: Saturday, March 14, 2:30-4 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info and registration: afpls.org or 404-613-4050

MONSTROUS REGIMENT OF WOMEN: QUEENS OF EUROPE What: Johanna Luthman, Ph.D., explains the role of women leaders in Europe between the 1400s and 1700s in this look at the female rulers of early modern Europe and the challenges they met.

When: Saturday, March 14, 3-4 p.m.

Where: Sharon Forks Library, 585 Dahlonega St., Cumming More info: forsythpl.org

WOMEN IN THE SPACE INDUSTRY

What: Laura Forczyk will discuss women in the space sector focusing on women astronauts and women leaders both in industry and in government.

When: Sunday, March 15, 2-3 p.m.

Where: Cumming Library, 585 Dahlonega St., Cumming More info: forysthpl.org

SCI-FI FILM DISCUSSION GROUP What: Meet up with fellow science fiction enthusiasts to discuss some of the greatest sci-fi films. This month’s movie is “This Island Earth” (1955).

When: Sunday, March 15, 2-5:45 p.m.

Where: Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell Info: afpls.org or 404-612-9700

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Given the current opioid epidemic, almost everyone is aware of the dangers of abusing prescription drugs, but I have found that a fair number of my patients have caused themselves harm with some very common OTC medications.

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When used on the skin, topical steroids are also a mixed blessing. They are amazing at helping with poison ivy and are still the go-to medication for most cases of eczema and many nonspecific itchy rashes. However, topical steroids used chronically will thin the skin, cause easy bruising, stretch marks and fragile skin. And even a few days of applying topical steroids to the face

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Another pitfall of topical steroids like hydrocortisone is their potential to make infections worse. Because steroids suppress the immune system, conditions of inappropriate immune activation like eczema and poison ivy rashes get better with steroids. Unfortunately, infections can get worse because we rely on an intact immune system to fight bacteria, yeast and viruses. If that rash you thought was eczema turns out to be fungus, then putting a steroid on it can allow the fungus to grow. Certain medicated lip balms contain hydrocortisone and cause viral outbreaks. Again, topical steroids suppress the immune system.

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3 tips to prevent muscle cramps in growing athletes As growing athletes participate in sports training, they may experience muscle cramps as a result of heat, dehydration and improper stretching or warm-ups.

“Muscle cramps are involuntary contractions of the muscles that can occur at any time, interrupting a workout or game in the blink of an eye,” says Lindsey Ream, MEd, LAT, ATC, Athletic Training Manager in the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Sports Medicine Program.

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It is important for growing athletes to warm up properly, whether that be a dynamic warm-up or activity specific stretching, ideally before and after an activity. While kids are still growing, stretching before bedtime is also recommended, because they tend to get night cramps.

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Pediatric services now at Wellstar Avalon Health Park Same-Day Appointments Available For busy parents juggling everything from diaper changes and toddler tantrums to homework assignments and after-school activities, Wellstar brings balance to ensuring your child’s health.

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By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MACON, Ga. — St. Francis boys basketball earned its second straight Class A-Private state championship and fourth in program history March 4 in Macon with a commanding win over Greenforest, 76-54.

“It’s a great feeling,” St. Francis head coach Drew Catlett said. “The guys put so much hard work in all year, and this is for them. They are going to take this, back-to-back state champs, with them, and no one can take it away from them.

I’m just so happy for the players. I will still go back to teaching geometry, taking out the trash and all that, but those guys get to be state champs.”

The Knights never trailed in the title game, led by as much as 25 points and had standout performances throughout the ranks.

Senior and Xavier-commit Down Odom had another stellar performance in his final high school game, notching 27 points with nine rebounds and four assists. Fellow senior Chase Ellis, who was on crutches just two weeks before, battled through to score 14 points.

Jusaun Holt, Seth Hubbard and Jordan Brown also scored in double digits.

The Knights had 44 points in the paint and 14 off fast breaks. St. Francis set the tone early by rocketing to a 12-0 lead in the first quarter, including six points from Odom in the opening two minutes.

Greenforest cut into the lead with a run of their own, but still trailed by eight at the end of the quarter. That was the closest they would come in the game.

St. Francis built its lead to double digits midway through the second and never looked back.

Greenforest came out of the half running a backcourt trap defense, and while the Eagles forced a few turnovers early in the third, Catlett said the press allowed the Knights to use their speed.

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St. Francis outscored the Eagles 22-17 in the third and 20-18 in the final period to clinch the win.

“We always preach being a good teammate, share the ball and make the extra pass, and all those things came together on the court tonight,” Catlett said. “You look at a guy like Odom, who is one of the top players in Georgia, and he can score 26 or 28 points, but he will also get seven or eight assists. He is a willing passer and gets everyone involved, and that feeds everyone else.”

Odom is a member of the 2020 senior class that just became the winningest in St. Francis’ storied history. Over the past four years, Odom, Ellis, Grey Schiwitz, Hunter Jones and Jai Smith have racked up a staggering 109-17 record with two state titles, two Region 6-A championships and a state runner-up finish.

“It’s special to see the senior class go out this way. They are great kids and have good character,” Catlett said. “They showed a lot of dedication, and most importantly, they are great teammates.

We bring these younger guys in and they mold them into great teammates who want to win for the name on the front of the jersey and not the name on the back.”

The Knights remained the top-ranked Class A-Private program throughout the year and compiled a 29-3 overall record this season against some of the state’s top teams.

Catlett said wins over Class 6A’s Langston Hughes, Class 3A powerhouse Pace Academy and Archer of Class 7A stick out in his mind — as did the team’s three losses.

“We had a tough game with Wheeler, and we got beat by two really good, nationally-ranked teams in the Beach Ball Classic, but those kind of experiences help you,” he said. “Every season will have its ups and downs, and you have to handle it and fight through, and every year we have the challenge to have the kids stay focused and stay together. They did that all throughout the year.”

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Knights girls fail to keep pace with defending state champs

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MACON, Ga. — St. Francis fell short of capturing the program’s fourth state title March 4 with the Knights dropping their matchup to defending champs Holy Innocents’, 66-53. The loss ended a 23-game win streak for the No. 1 seeded Knights (28-4) and was their only loss this year to an in-state opponent.

“We drive off our defense, we make people work, we force turnovers and score in transition, and we just didn’t do that today,” St. Francis head coach Aisha Kennedy said. “Holy Innocents’ is a very good team, and they were ready. They’ve been there before. And for our whole team, it was their first time [in the state finals], and I think people underestimate the bright lights of a state championship.”

Another challenge, Kennedy said, was a wet and slippery playing surface.

The court was installed over the ice for the Macon Mayhem’s rink at the Macon Centreplex, and several players from both teams slipped throughout the game.

The Knights found themselves in a hole early in the second quarter and could never completely close the gap.

St. Francis’ usual trio of scorers — Amir Abdur-Rahim, Mia Moore and Savannah Samuel — were stymied by the Golden Bears’ defense, combining for 31 points. This was the first game in which the Knights failed to score more than 60 points since Dec. 28.

St. Francis entered the second period with a 16-15 lead, but Holy Innocents’ charged to an 11-0 run behind Knights’ turnovers and long passes that stretched the St. Francis defense. Turnovers were another factor, with the Knights committing 20 through the game.

After the inauspicious start to the second period, St. Francis clawed their way back with an 8-3 run but still trailed 31-27 at the half.

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fateful start to the third period. The Golden Bears forced two early turnovers and used points inside the paint to go on a 12-0 run.

However, the Knights continued to battle and came within striking distance early in the fourth quarter.

A basket from Samuel cut Holy Innocents’ lead to 48-44 in the opening minute of the final period, but in that same 60 seconds, Moore and Samuel were called for their fourth fouls.

“We got into early foul trouble, and we are not used to playing without Mia, she’s our point guard,” Kennedy said. “Without her, it’s very difficult for us, and then Savannah picked up her fourth foul. Then you’re talking about two key players having to sit, deciding when to and not to play them. And they are two of our biggest scorers.”

After the Knights pulled within two possessions, the Golden Bears built separation and led by double digits.

The Knights needed a dramatic comeback, but Samuels, Moore and Morgan Harper fouled out in the final two minutes, and the Golden Bears secured their second straight state championship.

The loss was a sour end to the high school careers of Samuels, AbdurRahim and Kennedi Philson, and Kennedy said they made a significant impact on the program.

“The seniors played hard this entire year, and we are going to miss them for sure,” she said.

Samuels has committed to Oregon State, Abdur-Rahim is a Notre Dame signee and Philson will join Lynn University next year.

The Knights went 28-4 overall this season and captured the program’s ninth straight region championship.

The perennial state title contenders will return a host of talent next season.

“This was a great group of girls,” Kennedy said. “They played well together and had good chemistry on and off the court”

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SPORTS

Crowder takes over King’s Ridge football program

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — King’s Ridge football is under new leadership for 2020 with the announcement that Terry Crowder will serve as the program’s third head coach.

Crowder brings a wealth of experience to the school with over 100 wins as a head coach, including two region championships and a state title.

Crowder comes to King’s Ridge after getting the Denmark program off the ground the last two seasons. The Danes compiled a 12-8 overall record with a playoff berth in their first two seasons.

“It is really hard to leave somewhere where you are happy, but this was just an opportunity I could not pass up,” Crowder said. “I feel good about the Denmark program and where it’s headed, but I’m anxious to get started at King’s Ridge.”

Crowder jumped at the opportunity to lead the program, and he is pleased with his decision.

“After coaching football all over the state of Georgia, I think it’s every coach’s dream job to find a private school and think about retirement,” he said. “I got so lucky the King’s Ridge job came open. It’s an unbelievable school. I have interacted with the teachers, parents and students, and I’m so impressed with everything that I have seen.”

King’s Ridge football will play its 11th full season under Crowder, and it is a program still looking to establish itself.

The Tigers have not recorded a winning season and have a 31-75 record since 2008.

But Crowder said the school is primed to turn things around.

“What really stood out is the com-

mitment from Headmaster Jeff Williams and athletic director Jeff Pickren,” he said. “They want to be good at football, and they are willing to do some things to head in that direction. There has been just overwhelming support.”

Part of that process included changing the program’s culture.

“We just want the kids to understand that football is important,” he said. “We want a strong commitment level and to do things the right way.”

Bringing a state championship-winning coach and a new culture could also boost the program’s numbers, which have been lower than ideal.

“That’s crucial,” Crowder said. “I know last year near the end of the season due to injuries they started to take it on the nose a bit, so we’ll recruit in the hallways and see if we can get some move-ins.”

The move to King’s Ridge will also put Crowder back in North Fulton, where his head coaching career began at Chattahoochee in 2004.

“I know this area very well and I’m happy to be back here,” he said. “It is a football-rich community.”

King’s Ridge will be Crowder’s fourth head coaching position. He led Chattahoochee from 2004 to 2012, leading the Cougars to a 60-40 overall record, two region championships and the program’s sole state championship in 2010. He took over Creekview in 2013 and made three playoff appearances in six seasons at the helm before starting the Denmark program.

Crowder will take over for Pickren as the Tigers’ head coach. Pickren has served two stints leading the program, from 2008 to 2015 and the last two seasons.

Blessed Trinity baseball goes 2-2 in Perfect Game tournament Titans sport 11-3 record heading into region play

By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com HOOVER, Ala. — Blessed Trinity baseball traveled to Hoover, Alabama last week to compete in the Perfect Game High School Showdown, a tournament featuring over 30 of the Southeast’s top programs. The Titans went 2-2 in the tournament ahead of Region 7-AAAA play, which begins this week.

The Titans (11-3) opened play with a 2-0 win over hometown Hoover High School on March 5. Junior pitchers DJ Radtke and Joseph Chambers teamed up for the shutout. Radtke earned the win, allowing only two hits in six innings with six strikeouts. Chambers earned the save with a hit allowed and one strikeout in the seventh inning.

Radtke helped his cause in the bottom of the fifth inning with a two-RBI triple in a game featuring just seven combined hits.

BT’s bats were hot in their second game of the tour-

nament March 6 against Georgia’s Pike County. The Titans prevailed 9-1.

Michael Mitchler led the Titans at the plate batting 3-3 with two RBIs and two walks. Carson Harof went 2-2 with an RBI and three runs scored.

Harof drove in Radtke with a double in the top of the first inning and scored on a dropped third strike to put the Titans up 2-0.

Leading 4-0 in the fourth, Harof and Mitchler drove in runs with RBI singles.

Mitchler had another RBI single in the sixth inning, and the Titans added two insurance runs in the seventh.

Dominick Marcoccio earned the win for the Titans with 4.2 innings pitched. The right-handed senior allowed one hit with seven strikeouts and four walks.

Jackson Seng appeared in relief and allowed 4 hits and one earned run over 2.1 innings with four strikeouts.

The Titans dropped their second Friday contest to

Loganville, the No. 2 ranked team in Class AAAAA, on a walk-off single.

BT trailed 2-1 entering the seventh inning but stayed alive with an RBI single from Radtke. Loganville earned two hits in the bottom of the frame and scored to earn the walk-off win.

Jake Lankie got the start with four innings pitched allowing three hits and one earned run with six strikeouts. Trey Baker went 2.1 innings with two earned runs allowed.

BT was held to three hits in the contest.

The Titans’ offense was held to two hits by Alabama’s Russell County in the final game of the tournament, coming out on the losing end of a 3-0 score.

After competing in three tournaments, BT will now turn its attention to Region 7-AAAA play where the Titans will look to capture an incredible 10th consecutive region title. There will be no easy sledding, however. While BT commands the top spot in the latest Georgia Dugout Preview Class AAAA poll, region rivals Marist (2nd), Flowery Branch (4th) and Denmark (5th) are close behind.

The Titans begin their two-game series with 2019 state runner-up Denmark (5-5) this week.

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Ages 5-12. 9am-1pm. Learn to ride in a fun, safe program with skilled instructors and experienced horses. www.willowsouth.com. $375 includes camp shirt and horse show! Send email to willowsouth@ gmail.com. Sign up early to reserve your spot! June 1 - 4; June 8 - 12; June 15-19; June 22 - 26; July 6 - 10; July 13 - 17; July 20 - 24; July 27 - 31; Aug 3 - 7

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The Best STEAM camps start right here! Each summer Club SciKidz offers 4 themed camps for grades PK-5. Our themes this year include: By the Beauti-

ful Sea, Cosmic Cookie Dough, Robot Rumble and Coding Kaleidoscope. Our camp American Girl is available for campers’ grades 1-5. Campers in grades 5-8 can choose one of our Ivy League camps from our Tech Scientific division. Concentrations include: Veterinary Medicine, 3D Printing, Chemistry, Rocketry, Drones, Stop Motion Animation., Harry Potter, American Girl, Minecraft with Java Programming, Advanced LEGO Robotics and more.

Each day campers rotate through 4 classes incorporating science, technology, art and an exciting outdoor component.

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Camp Dovewood celebrates 43 years of Dynamic Christian camping for girls 7-16 in North Florida We have an Outstanding Equestrian program with certified instructors Hunt seat, Rodeo, Dressage, Grooming, Vet Care (taught by local vet) trail rides and horse shows as well as swimming instruction, water ballet, tennis, cheerleading, art, baton, drama, archery, Bible, volleyball, softball, ballet, cooking, soccer, gymnastics, track, music, great books, river rafting on the Ichetucknee and over-night trail rides to the Suwannee River, and Christian leadership training for 1516 year olds. We are accredited with American Camping Association, Certified Horsemanship Association and Christian Camp & Conference Association.

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Imagine a Home Away from Home where your child feels secure, welcome and re-assured! That’s Camp Woodmont! Just 2-½ hours from Atlanta in NW GA. Camp Woodmont is a traditional, overnight camp for boys & girls ages 6–14. Camp Woodmont features horseback riding, high-ropes, climbing, sports, dance, crafts, canoeing, archery & more! Founded in 1981, Camp Woodmont is the perfect place to build lifelong friendships and everlasting memories. Deep-seated traditions. Close family atmosphere. Limited enrollment!

College-age counselors live in the cabins with the campers. Our camp program is very well-suited to first-time campers.

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Summer fun for everyone — come join us!

Explore summer’s possibilities with the City of Alpharetta. We have hundreds of camps this summer! With a variety of activities and locations; we have everything your child needs to have fun! So whether your child is a hacker in training, passionate about the arts, the next top chef, or an Olympic athlete; we’ve got something for everyone! Check out our camps at http://bit.ly/RecActivityGuidesLink • Ages: 3 years old and up • COST: Varies • Camp Dates: June 1st through August 7th • Times: Full Day & Half-Day Options • Before and after care: varies by camp Download Alpharetta’s 2020 Summer Guide online!

This is where your family’s SUMMER FUN begins! NEW Camps this year include MVP Zone Sports Camp, Teen Adventure Camp, Camp Creative at Alpharetta Arts Center, Aquatic Adventure Camp, and Wills Park Swim & Tennis Camp! We still have the camp favorites everyone loves including Art Exploration, Instructional Sports, SporTykes, Babysitter Boot Camp, Performing Arts, Tech

Academy, Little Veterinarian School, The Chef Experience, and other Specialty Camps in cheer, dance, gymnastics, tennis, and LEGO/STEM. Also available: Camp Happy Hearts for children with mild disabilities.

Camps are offered in one-week or multi-day sessions, and are tailored by program for tots, youth or teens. Check out camp details in the various categories listed in Macaroni Kid AlpharettaRoswell-Milton’s Summer Camp Guide.

Weekly youth instructional classes continue during summertime too! Choose from karate, dance, gymnastics, visual and performance art, photography, tree climbing, swimming lessons, key log rolling, and more. For a complete listing of summer fun activities, aquatic programs and community events, browse the 2020 Summer Guide.

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COMMUNITY

‘Wall That Heals’ celebration set for March 28

By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A celebration of Johns Creek Veterans and the official debut of the “Wall That Heals” installation is set for Saturday, March 28 at 11 a.m.

The city broke ground on the Vietnam War memorial last summer and originally planned to hold the ribbon cutting in November 2019 to coincide with Veterans Day. Delays and uncooperative weather conditions have pushed back the unveiling to later this month.

The “Wall That Heals” is a half-scale replica of the National Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C. Like the original monument, the memorial is a black chevron with more than 58,000 names of U.S. service members who lost their lives or were missing in action in Vietnam.

Since its beginnings in 1996, the “Wall That Heals” project has toured a replica of the memorial to nearly 600 communities, including Johns Creek in spring 2017. In May 2018, the city announced it would become the permanent home of a retired replica.

Other retired replicas draw an average of 65,000 visitors a year. During its 2017 visit, the monument drew around 8,500 people.

“We’re expecting great things from this,” Johns Creek Veterans Association President Mike Mizell said. “It will give people potential to donate to the Johns Creek Veterans Association, so we can

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Like the original memorial, the “Wall That Heals” is a black chevron with more than 58,000 names of U.S. service members who lost their lives or were missing in action in Vietnam. do a lot more to help the community.”

Several individuals and organizations have helped made the installation possible, including the Veterans Association, Johns Creek Convention and Visitors Bureau, Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Johns Creek,

In Memoriam

Lesley G. VanVurst

Lesley G. VanVurst age 47 passed away on March 3, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 22, 1972 in Muncie, Indiana. Lesley was a loving daughter, sister and mother.

When she was a little girl she was dancer and ballerina.

She was looking forward to seeing her son, Max graduate from high school in May and welcoming her first grandchild (Matthew).

She and Hailey shared a special mother/daughter bond. Lesley was an amazing massage therapist and everyone agreed she had healing hands. She had a wonderful sense of humor, a soft heart, especially for animals. She was accepting of others and never judgmental.

She was preceded in death by her father, Doug Shepard who passed August 25, 2019. She is survived by her mother, Sandy Shepard; children, Matthew (Taylor) VanVurst, Jr., Hailey VanVurst and Maxwell VanVurst; sisters, Andrea Miller, Pam Graham ( Jeff ), Patti Greer ( Jay); aunts, Terri, Marsha and Debbie; uncles, Carl and Jim along with special nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

A private memorial service will be held on March 7, 2020 at 4:00PM at Northside Chapel Funeral Directors. Lesley’s ashes will be taken back to Florida and scattered by her children over the ocean to swim with the sea turtles she loved.

John and Cori Davenport, Sawnee Electric Membership Corporation, the Wells Fargo Foundation, Jacob’s Engineering and Taylor Commercial.

“The [veterans] that I talk to are absolutely thrilled,” Mizell said. “There’s been a number of them that haven’t

gone to Washington for various reasons, whether financial or emotional. Having it in their backyard, they’re very excited about it.”

The Johns Creek’s Veterans Memorial Walk is at Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road.

Northern Ridge District releases roster of February Eagle Scouts NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The Northern Ridge Boy Scout District — which includes the cities of Roswell, Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton — recently announced its newest Eagle Scouts. The Scouts who passed their Board of Review on Feb. 27 at Alpharetta Presbyterian Church are: Vinay Hegde, of Troop 431, was sponsored by Roswell United Methodist Church. He designed and constructed two storage bins and two shelving units for the Chinmaya Mission Center, in Cumming. In addition, Hegde also led a team to landscape and mulch the exterior of the center.

Hunter Siegel, of Troop 629, was sponsored by Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church. He designed and constructed two cabinets on wheels that serve as lost and found containers for the Weber School.

Lucas Moyer, of Troop 10, was spon-

sored by St. Benedict’s Catholic Church.

He collected toiletry kits and coats for the Atlanta Dream Center. Moyer created 70 kits and collected over 65 coats as well as $200 in donations.

Jordan Cook, of Troop 1459, was sponsored by St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church. He designed and constructed a wooden mobile cart, an 8-inch shelving unit and a built-in desk with storage shelving for the preschool at St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church.

Jackson Oliver, of Troop 3000, was sponsored by Birmingham United Methodist Church. He designed and constructed a large gate for Cowart Road for the City of Milton. Oliver also removed the current barrier and cleared the silt deposits along the road.

Grayson Peterson, a lone Scout formerly of Troop 347, designed and

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SPECIAL

In the top row, from left, stand new Eagle Scouts Vinay Hegde, Hunter Siegel and Lucas Moyer. In the bottom row are new Eagle Scouts Jordan Cook, Jackson Oliver, Grayson Peterson and Matthew Ashe.

Scouts: Continued from Page 32 constructed four portable wooden benches for special needs outdoor area at Hopewell Middle School.

Matthew Ashe, of Troop 10, was sponsored by St. Benedict’s Catholic Church. He designed and constructed a workout station for the Alpharetta High School cross country trail. This workout station included five substations: calf stretch, beam balance, reverse pull up, leg lift and push up area.

DEATH NOTICES Crematory.

Beverely Atcheson, 83, of Cumming, passed away March 4, 2020. Arrangements

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Valerie J. Casey, 76, passed away February 24, 2020. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Jose Catarrinho, 80, Roswell, passed away February 27, 2020.

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Betty A. Dixon, 91, passed away February 21, 2020. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery.

Raymond Giesler, 85, of Roswell Funeral HomeRoswell, passed away March Green Lawn Cemetary3, 2020. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

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Frank James Haera, Jr., 78, of Cumming, passed away March 3, 2020. Arrangements

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Martha Toland Heslin, 82, passed away February 26, 2020. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home.

George Hunt, 84, of Milton, passed away March 1, 2020.

Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Arthur Lewis Keys, 71, of Cumming, passed away February 28, 2020.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

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Robert Edward Miller, 62, of Forsyth County, passed away March 1, 2020. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home & Joyce E. Natale, 87, passed away February 28, 2020. Arrangements

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Teresa Corley Jackson, 60, of Cumming, passed away February 28, 2020.

Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home.

Cemetery.

Annie Laura Jones, of Cumming, passed away February 28, 2020. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home.

Roswell Funeral Home 77, of Cumming, passed Joseph Oriano, Green Lawn Cemetary away February 26, 2020. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home.

Forest Jones, 94, of Roswell, passed away March 1, 2020. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

David Ian Pett, 42, of Suwanee, passed away March 1, 2020.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

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Lester Samples, 84, of Alpharetta, passed away March 2, 2020. Arrangements

by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Earl Edwin Standridge, 82, Forsyth County, passed away February 27, 2020.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

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Joseph Sloan Osment, Jr., of Cumming, passed away March 2, 2020.

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David Douglas Thompson, 51, passed away February 26, 2020. Arrangements

by Ingram Funeral Home &

Lauri Lynn Walls, 61, of Cumming, passed away March 2, 2020.

Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

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LOOKING FOR YOUR DREAM HOME? TEAM RUSSO SELLING MILLIONS OF DOLLARS IN REAL ESTATE YEAR AFTER YEAR. LET US BE YOUR NUMBER ONE CHOICE TO HELPING YOU BUY & SELL YOUR HOME IN 2020!

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RIVER’S EDGE MI LTON

INTRODUCING “HOLLY HILL” A SPECTACULAR MODERN FARMHOUSE MASTERFULLY DESIGNED

READY FOR DELIVERY IN SPRING 2020 River’s Edge Milton is luxurious new neighborhood, privately set on 133+ acres located on “Little River”, one of Milton’s most sought after gated communities, offering estate-size lots, incorporating fine Architecture & New Custom Homes. Architecturally controlled by award-winning Harrison Design together with our Elite Group of high-end award winning luxury Builders.

6 BR | 8 BA | 2HB 4 CAR PORTE COCHERE GARAGE | POOL | 3 ACRE ESTATE OFFERED FOR $2,700,000+

REMAINING ESTATE HOME SITES - NEW PRICING FOR 2020 Lot 1 - 5.79 Acres - $ 650,000 Lot 6 - 3.02 Acres - $ 480,000 Lot 14 - 1.73 Acres - $ 300,000 Lot 20 - 3.91 Acres - $ 450,000

NEW LISTING

Lot 2 - 3.02 Acres - $ 450,000 Lot 12 - 2.00 Acres - $ 350,000 Lot 15 - 1.73 Acres - $ 350,000 Lot 21 - 3.11 Acres - $ 400,000

INTRODUCING

Lot 3 - 3.01 Acres - $ 400,000 Lot 13 - 2.52 Acres - $ 400,000 Lot 19 - 1.82 Acres - $ 360,000

INTRODUCING

4055 HEATHERWOOD WAY, ROSWELL

910 NIX ROAD, MILTON

15465 BIRMINGHAM HWY

Guard Gated Masterpiece on 3.49 Acres in “Glenayre”

Coming Soon New Construction Farmhouse - 3 Acres w/Barn

Coming Soon New Construction Farmhouse - 1.10 Acres

$2,300,000

$1,350,000

$975,000

North Fulton Office • 7855 North Point Pkwy #100 Alpharetta, GA 30022 • HarryNorman.com The above information is believed to be accurate but is not warranted. Offer subject to errors, changes, omissions, prior sales and withdrawals without notice. Equal Housing Opportunity.