Milton Herald — October 17, 2019

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City to enforce new parking regulations

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Milton’s history with horses

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Milton sets sights on buying sports complex Milton has entered a contract to purchase the United Sports Complex on Cox Road. The park includes two full-size grass fields and one half-size turf field, pictured above. The purchase, which is not expected to close until early next year, is part of the city’s effort to expand sports offerings for residents. Read more, Page 4

Women to lead local charitable project

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MILTON, Ga. — Police arrested a man Oct. 8 after he allegedly stole a camera from the Fry’s Electronics on Webb Road and ran from officers. The store’s loss prevention officer said he saw the man conceal a $550 camera in his backpack that afternoon. When police entered the store, the man ran to the emergency back

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Alleged repeat shoplifter arrested by authorities MILTON, Ga. — Police arrested a man Oct. 5 after witnesses reported seeing him taking items from the Walmart on Windward Parkway for a second time. The store’s loss prevention officer said he recognized the man from an Oct. 1 shoplifting incident. On Oct. 1, the man allegedly placed several items in his cart, stood by the self-checkout section for a few minutes and left without paying. The man returned on Oct. 5 and allegedly carried out the same scheme. The loss prevention officer had footage of both incidents. The total value of the missing items was $300. Police found the man sitting on a bench outside the Walmart. He was identified as 78-year-old Reginald White of Alpharetta and was arrested without incident for shoplifting.

Car tires stolen from parked car MILTON, Ga. — A Milton man called police Oct. 4 after he discovered that someone had stolen his tires from his house at Deer Trail. The man had last seen the tires the previous night at 9:30 p.m. When he returned to the vehicle the next morning, all four tires were gone. The car was

exit and headed toward the woods behind the store. Officers ordered the man to stop, but he continued running. Police caught the man near Deerfield Parkway and discovered the camera in his backpack. The man, identified as 28-year-old Dominique Burton of Decatur, was arrested for theft by shoplifting over $500 and resisting arrest.

sitting on two cinder blocks, and part of the car near the cinder blocks were slightly damaged, police said. Police found several lug nuts near the car.

Store finds footage of repeat shoplifter MILTON, Ga. — Police are looking for a woman suspected of shoplifting from the Walmart on Windward Parkway five times over the past two months. Police spoke with Walmart employees on Oct. 7 about the incidents. Employees said the woman had been “ticket switching.” She would scan one, lowerpriced item, and bag it along with another, unpaid item. The store told police it has footage of the five thefts.

Owner reports damage to fence on Cox Road MILTON, Ga. — A Roswell man called police Oct.8 after he discovered $10,000 worth of damages to his chain link fence on Cox Road. The fence, about 60 feet from the man’s driveway, was damaged and pushed back toward the wood line. Police found tire markings near the grass and a black substance on the fence that appeared to be vehicle engine oil. The man said he needed to file a police report for insurance purposes.

Man reports receiving fraudulent lease charge MILTON, Ga. — A Milton man met with police Oct. 2 when he found a letter for a

$35,000 lease he had not made. The man received the letter Sept. 30 from a leasing corporation. He said he had not made any agreements with the company, so he called the company to dispute the charges. A representative from the company told him that he needed to file a police report to proceed with the dispute.

Driver faces charges for traveling 113 mph ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Alpharetta police arrested a man Sept. 29 after he was clocked traveling 113 mph on Ga. 400 northbound near Encore Road. Police were patrolling the area past midnight, when an officer saw a car pass by at a high rate of speed. The officer clocked the car at 113 mph in a 65-mph zone. The driver, later identified as 25-year-old Andrew Hollis of Alpharetta, was arrested without incident for reckless driving first offense and speeding.

New furnishings stolen from man’s apartment ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police are investigating a burglary that occurred overnight Sept. 29 at an apartment on Gardner Drive. The resident told police he had purchased new items to furnish the apartment during his relocation. He said he last saw the items the evening of Sept. 29. The next morning, the door was still locked, but the man noticed items were missing. The furnishings included a table, trash cans, soaps and a rug. The total value of the loss was set at $200.

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NEWS

Milton looks to buy United Sports Complex on Cox Road City enters contract to add to active park By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — While land preservation has been a focus for Milton and its Greenspace Bond funds the last two years, the city turned its attention to active parks Oct. 7 by entering a contract to purchase the United Sports Complex facility on Cox Road. The $1.5 million purchase could double the city’s cache of multi-purpose fields. Milton is now in a due diligence period and plans to close on the property early next year, said Parks and Recreation Director Jim Cregge. Around two-thirds of the funding for the purchase will come from the city’s impact fees dedicated to parks and trails improvement. The parks and trail improvement capital fund will be used for the remaining balance. The city is also saving costs after its parks agreements with Alpharetta was dissolved last year. In 2018, Milton paid Alpharetta over $450,000 in fees to allow residents to participate in Alpharetta programming without incurring out-of-city fees. The complex includes two grass fields and a half-size artificial turf field.

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United Sports Complex has been run by United Futbol Academy since 2015, but the property recently went up for sale. While speaking to the City Council Oct. 7, Cregge said the fields are in excellent condition, and the turf was installed by the same company that laid the turf on Bell Memorial Park’s fields. He said the turf still has around six years remaining

on its transferrable warranty. The complex is also fully lighted with on-site bathrooms, which could alleviate some issues for the city and local youth sports providers. The fields at Bell Memorial are the

only multi-purpose grounds the city owns and operates, but Milton does have agreements to use fields at several schools in the area. Milton youth sports

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Milton updates street parking regulations By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Drivers looking to park on the street should take heed of Milton’s new parking ordinance passed by the City Council on Oct. 7. The new regulations outline where parking is permitted on roads and gives additional city personnel the authority to

write parking tickets. Previously, Milton officers could only write citations for parking violations under state statutes, which carry a fine of around $178, Police Chief Rich Austin said. Under the new ordinance, Milton can create a more “reasonable fine schedule” with charges of around $25 to $50 for violations, he said. “This is more in line with our neigh-

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pede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic on the streets.” Parking on crosswalks or parking two abreast on any street in the city is prohibited. The ordinance also bans parking trailers, semitrailers or truck tractors in any residential area. The ordinance does permit certain commercial vehicles from parking on residential streets, including moving trucks or utility vehicles. Motorhomes are permitted to be parked on the street, but for no more than 24 hours. Enforcing the new regulations will be Milton Police and the city’s new public safety ambassadors. The two, non-sworn ambassadors will be authorized to write tickets or to have illegally parked cars towed. The new regulations will be enforced in all areas of the city.

Correction In the Oct. 3 edition of the Milton Herald, the article, “City Council adjusts zoning conditions for Matilda’s music venue,” stated the concert season runs until Oct. 1. The concert season lasts until Oct. 31.

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COMMUNITY

New communications director Milton Tour of Homes heads list of Milton vacancies returns Oct. 25-26 Shannon Ferguson ends three-year tenure in role By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Milton has begun its search for a new communications director after Shannon Ferguson finished her tenure with the city last week. Ferguson joined the city in 2016 and created several new communications initiatives including City Council previews and monthly newsletters. She also served as an active voice on the city’s social media outlets in addition to her other duties promoting the city and its efforts. “I’m definitely sad to leave this amazing community, but I am excited to expand my professional role by serving in a municipal leadership position,” Ferguson said. Ferguson came to Milton after working in a state role where she was responsible for reading all bills introduced in the Legislature, including HB 1470, which sought to incorporate Milton. Ferguson said she remembers

thinking how exciting it must be for those in the city. Ten years later, she began work with Milton. Ferguson said some cities are challenged by citizen apathy, but that is not the case in Milton. “Of course, that’s not to say that everyone is happy with every policy decision,” she laughed. “However, you have engaged citizens, dedicated staff with a servant heart and elected officials who are laser-focused on the greater good. It’s that combination that made Milton such an incredible place to work for me as the communications director.” Mayor Joe Lockwood praised Ferguson at the Oct. 7 City Council meeting. “It’s bittersweet that we wish Shannon farewell,” Lockwood said. “I just want to thank you from my position and from the council as well as all of our citizens and other staff. We thank you for all that you have done. We’ll miss you, but we wish you the best of luck.” The city is also actively recruiting a deputy city clerk, police recruits, firefighter/paramedic, special events coordinator, a parks and recreations specialist and a development review coordinator.

Event will benefit 3 local non-profits By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Those looking to visit some of North Fulton’s most beautiful residences will have the opportunity Oct. 25-26 at the fourth annual Milton Tour of Homes. The event begins Oct. 25 with a VIP fundraising event with the tours taking place throughout Oct. 26, and it is all for a good cause. The tour, organized by North Fultonbased Southern Magnolia Charities, will benefit three local organizations — Meals by Grace, The Will to Live Foundation and the Milton First Responders Foundation. Meals by Grace partners with local schools to identify and feed families in need. Funds received from the Milton Tour of Homes will benefit the group’s Fill Ministries Aquaponics Farm in Forsyth County. The farm grows food that is distributed to local food-insecure families. The Will to Live Foundation, created to honor the memory of teenager Will Trautwein, is dedicated to preventing teen suicide through mental health education and encouraging teens to support each other. The Milton First Responders Foundation supports Milton police and fire employees and their families. The organization also provides needed equipment and training.

Kicking off the weekend festivities is the VIP fundraising event from 7-10 p.m. Oct. 25. The fundraiser will be hosted at a Crabapple area home — homes on the tour will not be revealed until tours begin — with food by chef Todd Hogan, live music from singer/songwriters Mike Rizzi and Brian Bisky and a silent auction. Limited tickets for the VIP event are $85. The Tour of Homes will begin in the morning of Oct. 26 and run throughout the day. Sixteen tour times are being offered, beginning at 8:15 a.m. with the final tour beginning at 3: 55 p.m. Attendees will meet at Birmingham United Methodist Church, 15770 Birmingham Highway, where chartered buses will take them to each home on the tour. The tour will take approximately three hours and tickets are $45. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit miltongatourofhomes.com.

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Milton Historical Society releases new ornament MILTON, Ga. — The Milton Historical Society’s 2019 holiday ornament is now on sale, the second in an annual series of glass ornaments celebrating important historical sites in the Milton community. The 2019 ornament edition features an image of the Reese House, formerly known as the Urban Farmhouse in Crabapple. Dunwoody Crier 10/17/19 Crossword

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On March 23, 1858, Milton County was officially established and roughly covered the area presently known as North Fulton with Alpharetta designated as the Milton County seat. Milton County encompassed the present-day cities of Milton, Johns Creek, Mountain Park, and parts of Roswell and Sandy Springs. At that time, horses were considered “beasts of burden,” working on farms and providing transportation. Milton County became a stopover for pioneers traveling between the mountain communities to the railroad terminus, later named Atlanta. The time spent traveling was every bit the issue then as it is today, with the saying “Good horses make short miles.” In the spring and fall, local farmers on horseback would drive their livestock, potatoes, apples and honey to Atlanta. They would return home with clothing, tools and other “big city” items. It was not uncommon to see a countryman returning from the Atlanta market fast asleep, slumped forward over his saddle bag, while his horse plodded his own way home. From its inception, Milton County suffered one devastating hardship after another. First came the Civil War, then a smallpox epidemic, followed by the boll weevil infestation, and ultimately the Great Depression, which forced Milton County to merge with Fulton County to save it from bankruptcy. Fortunately, after the merger, life soon improved for the former Milton County residents in terms of improved roads, new school buildings and better equipped teachers. After World War II, Ford, General Motors and Lockheed opened manufacturing plants which

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Guest column This column was submitted by Jeff Dufresne of the Milton Historical Society. The Herald will periodically run columns from the historical society highlighting the history of Milton and its surrounding areas. offered employment opportunities for local residents. With more discretionary money, horseback riding evolved into a recreational activity and competitive sport. Local farmers with a good ring would host one-day shows for saddle clubs, hunt clubs, 4-H shows and other multidisciplined events. Competitions grew in size and popularity. Over time, these “mom-and-pop” shows were replaced by large scale, multi-day equestrian events specializing in hunting, jumping, dressage, cross country, rodeos, polo tournaments and more. The Wills Park Equestrian Center became a haven for horse enthusiasts and regional competitors which made North Fulton a horse capital of the South. Today, Wills Park hosts over 50 horse shows/year, including horse jumping competitions and championship rodeos. The Shakerag Hounds, the oldest recognized hunt in Georgia, was located on the eastern edge of the former Milton County (near McGinnis Ferry and Medlock Bridge Roads). This hunter group recently celebrated its 75th anniversary and like many equestrian organizations, Shakerag is passionate about land conservation. Folks who enjoy horseback riding usually have a great love for the outdoors. Today, when visitors come to Milton, they feel like they’ve arrived in a unique place, not Anytown, USA. They may see horse people with boots and britches having coffee at Starbucks or lunching at the Old Blind Dog. People appreciate Milton’s bucolic character, and we certainly love our horses! From its humble beginnings as a beast of burden 160plus years ago to today, the horse has become a symbol of pride and beauty for Milton. Jeff Dufresne is a member of the Milton Historical Society and will deliver a lecture on “Milton’s History with Horses – The Making of an Equestrian Community” at the Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road on Tuesday, Oct. 22 starting at 6:30 p.m.

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Northern snakehead comes to town (not good news) Fall is a great time for fishing! As the water begins to cool, many fish seem to go on a feeding frenzy that can make for some memorable days on the water. No matter what kind of fishing you like to STEVE HUDSON do — fly, spin, bass, Get Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net trout, or what-haveyou — it really is a great time to be on the water. But occasionally your catch may be surprising, as happened recently to an angler in Gwinnett County. I don’t know if the intended quarry was bass or catfish or what, but what turned up on the other end of the line was a potentially troublesome fish known as the northern snakehead (Channa argus), an invasive species native to China, Russia and Korea. These invasive snakeheads have been found in waters in 14 other states, but according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division this is the first time a snakehead has been found in the wild in Georgia. How do invasive fish become established? It usually starts when exotic species are released from aquariums (moral: don’t release your aquarium fish into a lake or stream!) or escape from live food markets. Why is this discovery a big deal? The fact is that non-native invasive species such as the northern snakehead can adversely impact native species. The invaders compete with the natives for food and habitat, and the outcome is often not good. We sure don’t want the aquatic equivalent of kudzu to mess up Georgia’s lakes and rivers and streams. Northern snakeheads grow to nearly three feet in length and are described as “voracious predators” on other species. Should they become established in Georgia waters, that could be bad news for native fish populations. In other states where the northern snakehead has turned up, the effects have been described as “undesirable, but not extreme.” Exactly what its impact on native Georgia species might be is not known. There is, however, some good news. The fact is that anglers across the state can be instrumental in keeping the northern snakehead out of Georgia waters. First, learn how to identify the northern snakehead. That’s important because its appearance is similar to that of the bowfin, a native Georgia fish that’s found throughout the state. In Georgia, bowfins are good guys. Northern snake-

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heads are not. Then, if you think you have caught one, DO NOT RELEASE IT. Georgia DNR puts those words in all caps and bold, and I do too. Instead of releasing it, DNR adds, kill it immediately. That sounds harsh, I know, but this invader has the potential to be

that big of a threat. However, don’t just throw it up on the bank. The northern snakehead it is an air-breather and can survive for quite a while (some say for as long as four days) on land. Juveniles are said to be able to migrate over land too. If you can, take a photo of the fish (including close-ups of its mouth, fins,

and tail) and make a note of where it was caught. Then share that info with Georgia DNR. It’s easy to find the contact info at georgiawildlife.com/ aquatic-nuisance-species by clicking on the “Report it to your regional Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division Fisheries Office.” That same page also has a link to a fact sheet which describes and illustrates the northern snakehead to help you in your identification; it also shows what the native bowfin looks like so you’ll be able to tell the difference. “Our first line of defense in the fight against aquatic invasive species, such as the northern snakehead, is our anglers,” notes Matt Thomas, chief of fisheries for the Wildlife Resources Division. He adds, “Thanks to the quick report by an angler, our staff was able to investigate and confirm the presence of this species in this water body [the pond in Gwinnett County]. We are now taking steps to determine if they have spread from this water body and, hopefully, keep it from spreading to other Georgia waters.” For more on the northern snakehead, visit georgiawildlife.com/aquatic-nuisance-species.

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Hotel industry grows in North Atlanta By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com NORTH ATLANTA, Ga. — It appears to be a promising time for the hotel industry in North Atlanta, with some chains undertaking major renovations and more set to enter the market. Hotel development is following a path forged by expanded business and office growth primarily along I-285 and Ga. 400. In the Perimeter area, The Crowne Plaza at Ravinia, Embassy Suites on Crown Pointe Parkway and Marriott on Perimeter Center Parkway have all undertaken multi-million-dollar upgrades in the past few years. “All the hotels have renovations, so we’re going after each other pretty aggressively, but it’s also really cool everything is so new,” said Tim Cahill, director of Sales and Marketing at the Crowne Plaza. In addition to all the renovation, two new hotels are under construction. A 10-story, 200-room hotel is part of the development going up between Perimeter Mall and the Dunwoody MARTA station, expected to open in late 2020. An AC Hotel is expected to come to Perimeter Center West in 2021, in a space that used to be a parking lot. It will have the first rooftop bar in Dunwoody, said Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Director Katie Bishop Williams. The area could be set to get two more hotels, depending on how zoning petitions play out. On Oct. 15, the Dunwoody Planning Commission will hear proposals for two developments that would include a hotel in addition to restaurant and retail space. One would

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The Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia, remodeled from July 2018 to March of this year, serves as the American flagship for the brand. be at Ravinia near the interchange of Ashford Dunwoody Road and I-285, and the other would be on Perimeter Center East across from Perimeter Mall. The growth in business along Ga. 400 is also adding to hotel inventory. Alpharetta is home to 25 hotels with another three in the works. One of the most anticipated is the Cotton House currently under construction downtown. The four-story boutique hotel, just west of Main Street on Milton Avenue, will feature 119 rooms. Demolition work at the site began in late summer. Alpharetta’s most recent addition, Hotel Avalon, just off Ga. 400, opened in 2018. Bookings in the 330-room hotel stretched well into 2021 when it opened. In addition to the simple draw of Avalon

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as a destination spot for tourists and shoppers, the hotel shares ownership with the city of a conference center that provides 44,000 square feet of flexible event space. The City of Roswell is currently home to just over a dozen hotels. Four additional hotels are also currently in development — three business class hotels on Westside Parkway and a boutique hotel in the Historic District. Roswell Inc, the city’s economic development arm, is actively interested in bringing more hotels into the city and has recently launched a second hotel feasibility study in partnership with Visit Roswell, said Roswell Inc Director of Communications and Public Relations Carisa Turner. Johns Creek, though its business

footprint is notable smaller than its neighbors, can still boast relative growth in its hotel industry. This spring, the city’s third hotel, a Hampton Inn, opened its doors “They’re all in Technology Park, so they stay full with business during the week,” said Shelby Marzen, director of the Johns Creek Convention and Visitors Bureau. “It’s the perfect place for them.” At the hotel ribbon cutting, Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce Chairman Kent Davies said the new property was good news for the business community and the city. With a shortage of hotels, business was overflowing into Forsyth and Alpharetta, denying the city hotel/ motel tax revenue. Milton appears to be an exception to the hotel growth trend for now, limited to Springhill Suites near Ga. 400. The city expects to receive $80,000 in hotel/motel tax revenues in 2020, and those funds are used for the city’s events with the intention of promoting tourism. While Milton has a limited hotel base, future development near Ga. 400 could open the door for more lodging. The city recently contracted a consulting firm to study potential business expansion in the city’s Deerfield Parkway area. The firm suggested Milton look to attract mixed-use development in the area, which could build the city’s commercial tax base and draw in residents from other cities. Within the mixed-use drive is the potential for additional hotels. Staff writers Patrick Fox, Julia Grochowski and Joe Parker contributed to this article.

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Alpharetta doctor to be honored at Arthritis Foundation event ATLANTA – The Arthritis Foundation will honor Dr. Jon Minter as this year’s Medical Honoree at the 2019 Crystal Ball Oct. 19 at the Ritz-Carlton Atlanta. A resident of Alpharetta, Minter is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee arthritis with Arthritis & Total Joint Specialists, a Northside Network Provider. Dr. Minter takes pride in the well-being of his patients and seeks to restore their quality of life. “I am honored to be working with the ArthriDr. MINTER tis Foundation to raise funds that support programs aimed at making the lives of people living with arthritis better,” Minter said. “In Georgia alone, there are nearly 2 million people, including 10,000 kids, living with arthritis. The funds raised from the Crystal Ball support Arthritis Foundation’s programs, research and advocacy initiatives to help people today while finding a cure for tomorrow.” Minter brings nearly two decades of experience practicing in Georgia, and has

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held numerous leadership roles, most recently serving as the director of an orthopaedic residency program in Tennessee. He offers robotic procedures for highly complex arthritic disease of the hip and knee, as well as specialized services for the management of failed joint replacement surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on hip and knee arthroplasty and is published extensively in peer-reviewed journals.

ing Space” award is given to only one coworking space in each city. Spaces were ranked this year by a combined, weighted score of: • Percentage of a space’s members/users who participate in the survey • Total score from the survey’s results • Number of reviews • Average review rating For a full list of this year’s winners, visit coworker.com/lab.

Thrive Coworking earns recognition

New real estate brokerage opens in Forsyth County

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Thrive Coworking recently announced it has been recognized as a winner of the second annual Coworker Members’ Choice Awards for Alpharetta. Members’ Choice award winners were determined based on feedback from thousands of coworking space members and users worldwide. Launched in 2018, the Coworker Members’ Choice Awards are the only global coworking industry awards to recognize the top coworking spaces in each city. To qualify for the awards, a coworking space must have a verified account on coworker.com and ensure their profile is up to date with complete information. Last year, 345 coworking spaces received recognition based on a total of over 56,000 votes. The “Best Cowork-

CUMMING, Ga. — Sloan & Company Real Estate LLC recently opened its headquartered in Cumming, serving all of North Georgia. The new firm provides full-service residential real estate consulting through its growing roster of experienced Realtors with proven track records. The founding members of Sloan & Company Real Estate are Glen Sloan, Olivia Sloan Ivey, Rachel Sloane, Alisa SLOAN Kay Sloan, Michael Crawford and Bridget Geshrick. For more information, visit SloanCoRealEstate.com.

NEWBUSINESSSPOtlight Young Chefs Academy opens in Cumming Business name: Young Chefs Academy Owner: Heather and Bert Gary About: Young Chefs Academy is a premier cooking school that offers weekly cooking classes, workshops, birthday parties, camps and more. Opened: Sept. 1, 2019 Address: 1595 Peachtree Parkway, Suite 122, Cumming Phone: (470) 297-8080 Website: https://cummingga. youngchefsacademy.com/home

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CALENDAR ‘TIME FORGOTTEN – TIME REMEMBERED’

JOHNS CREEK ARTS FESTIVAL

Ready, set and shop on the green space across from the Atlanta Athletic Club in Johns Creek. Talented artisans will exhibit paintings, pottery, metalwork, folk art, glass, jewelry, yard art and more, Featuring live entertainment and an energetic Kids’ Zone. Join the festival, Saturday, Oct. 19, 10 a.m.6 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 20, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at 1930 Bobby Jones Drive, Johns Creek. For more information, visit splashfestivals.com/events-festivals/johns-creek-arts-festival.

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FEATURED: TROOP 51 PAINT RECYCLING FUNDRAISER

What: The paint is filtered and turned into a quality, reusable paint product that is then donated back for beautification projects. All latex and oil-based paints, including spray cans, accepted. When: Saturday, Oct. 19, 9 p.m. Where: American Legion Post 201, 201 Wills Road, Alpharetta Cost: $3 per gallon of paint More info: 770-853-5130

BY MY HAND: SELF-TAUGHT ARTISTS

What: This exhibit features works by nationally recognized self-taught artists working in the folk-art tradition, including Howard Finster, Charlie Lucas, Sam Ezell, Cornbread and Nellie Mae Rowe. When: Opening reception Saturday, Oct. 12, 6-7:30 p.m.; exhibit on display through Nov. 16 Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Duluth More info: johnscreekarts.org

‘LAND OF THE MIDNIGHT SUN’ CONCERT

What: Georgia Philharmonic presents a concert of pieces from Russian, Danish and Norwegian composers. When: Sunday, Oct. 20, 7-9 p.m. Where: Lassiter Concert Hall, 2601 Shallowford Road, Marietta Cost: $15-25 More info and tickets: eventbrite.com/e/landof-the-midnight-sun-tickets-64517077315

SAINT JUDE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

What: Take a tour of the school and meet the teachers, administrators, parents and students. Admissions and financial assistance information will be provided. For grades K-7. When: Sunday, Oct 20, 2-4 p.m. Where: Saint Jude the Apostle Catholic School, 7171 Glenridge Drive NE, Atlanta More info: saintjude.net

MEET ME IN MILTON

What: Meet Me In Milton, presented by the City of Milton and Milton business owners, showcases the vibrant art and creative community in Milton. When: Saturday, Oct. 26, 4-8 p.m. Where: The Green, 12650 Crabapple Road, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us

What: This concert will feature the regional premiere of Robert Cohen’s “Alzheimer’s Stories,” a work which addresses the subject of memory loss through stories of pathos, poignancy and humor. When: Sunday, Oct. 27, 3-4:30 p.m. Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell Cost: $15-25 More info and tickets: mosingers.com

MEGA AWESOME COSTUME PARTY

What: For children of all ages. Come dressed in your favorite, not-so-scary costume and be ready for lots of fun. When: Sunday, Oct. 27, 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 4:30 p.m. Where: North Point Community Church, 4350 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta More info: northpoint.org

ALL LEVEL COMMUNITY YOGA

What: Weather you’re starting off or finishing your day, do so with a stress release practice that emphasizes flows and gentle strengthening poses. Bring a mat and water. Multiple locations. When: August-October. In Dunwoody, Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30 a.m. and Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; in Sandy Springs, Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody; and Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School, 805 Mt. Vernon Highway NW, Sandy Springs Cost: $15 More info: TheElitePeasant.com

CHRIST CHILD SOCIETY OF ATLANTA ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON

What: Attend this luncheon to learn how to serve children in need in the surrounding communities and about the latest outreach efforts. When: Tuesday, Nov. 19, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; register by Nov. 8 Where: Dunwoody Country Club, 1600 Dunwoody Club Drive, Dunwoody More info and registration: christchildatlanta.org

EVENTS: CUMMING GREEK FESTIVAL

What: The Cumming Greek festival offers a unique opportunity to experience the rich Greek culture, with continuous live Greek music, traditional bouzouki and energetic live Greek dance performances. When: Friday, Oct. 18, 3-9 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 19, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 20, noon5 p.m. Where: Saints Raphael, Nicholas & Irene Greek Orthodox Church, 3074 Bethelview Road, Cumming Cost: This year, admission is free More info: cumminggreek festival.com

ANNUAL DUCK RACE

What: Join for Keep Roswell Beautiful’s popular Annual Great Duck Race on Big Creek. Over 1,000 plastic ducks will “paddle” down the creek, and the first to finish will earn $250. When: Saturday, Oct. 19 Where: Big Creek Park, Oxbo Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

SPOOKTACULAR TEA PARTY

What: Dress in your favorite costume and join for a Spooktacular Tea Party. Enjoy a traditional tea, tales, and make sparkly, spooky slime. When: Saturday, Oct. 19, 4-6 p.m. Where: 101 Meadow Drive, Cumming More info: eventbrite.com

OKTOBERFEST COOKING CLASS What: After preparing the meal, participants will dine on their creations. Complimentary wine is served with dinner, and a free mini-tour of Barrington Hall is included. When: Tuesday, Oct. 22, 6:309:30 p.m. Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $65 per person More info and registration: rowellgov.com

HUMAN TRAFFICKING INFORMATION EVENT

What: The Rotary Club of Dunwoody is hosting a free, informative event addressing the issue of human trafficking. When: Wednesday, Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m. Where: Crowne Plaza Hotel Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia, 4355 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta More info: dunwoodyrotary.org

SCOTT’S 5K RUN/WALK

What: This race is a Peachtree Road Race Qualifier and all race proceeds go directly to benefit Catholic Charities Atlanta Immigration Legal Services Program. When: Sunday, Oct. 19, 8 a.m. Where: Blackburn Park, 3493 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta Cost: $40 registration More info and registration: bit. ly/ScottsRun2019

HAUNTED FARM TOUR

What: Boy Scout Troop 477 will host another Haunted Farm Tour. Participants will get a glimpse inside of historical Donaldson-Bannister Farmhouse and the exterior gardens. When: Saturday, Oct. 26, 3-9 p.m. Where: Donaldson-Bannister Farm, 4831 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody Cost: Admission is free, some activities cost $0.50-3 More info: dunwoodypreservationtrust.org

HEALTH AND FITNESS: FRIDAY NIGHT HIKE

What: Connect with nature on a free, flashlight-guided hike through wetlands and the back forests of Dunwoody Park. When: Friday, Oct. 18, 7:30-9 p.m. Where: Dunwoody Nature Center, 5343 Roberts Drive, Dunwoody More info: dunwoodynature.org

HALLOWEEN HIKES

What: Halloween hikes are a non– scary alternative to traditional Halloween events. Go on a trail hike through the woods to meet costumed nature characters, learning all about their wild lives. When: Oct. 25-26, 7-10 p.m. Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: $12 More info and tickets: chattnaturecenter.org

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FREE FITNESS FOR WOMEN

What: Join your Alpharetta Females in Action group for free, peer-led workouts each week. Adult women of all fitness levels are welcome. When: Saturdays, 8 a.m. Where: Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming More info: fianation.com

ZUMBA GOLD (FLEX)

What: Combines the international rhythms of the Zumba Gold program with the strength training techniques, creating an easy-to-follow, health-boosting dance fitness program. When: Fridays, 10:30 a.m. Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Info: johnscreekga.gov/parkplace

FARMERS MARKETS, FOOD TRUCKS: ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET What: Find farmers with fruits, vegetables and natural meats; gardeners with fresh flowers and herbs; and makers of all sorts of edible home goods, from yummy desserts and breads to local raw honey. When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: North and South Broad Street, Alpharetta Info: awesomealpharetta.com

DUNWOODY FARMERS MARKET

What: Browse through more than 25 vendors and help contribute to the success of local farmers and businesses. When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.noon, through September Where: Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody Info: dunwoodyfarmersmkt.com

DUNWOODY FOOD TRUCK THURSDAYS

What: This foodie event, complete with live music, features a variety of new and different offerings each week. When: Thursdays, 5-8 p.m. through Oct. 24 Where: Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody Info: discoverdunwoody.com

MOUNTAIN PARK FARMERS MARKET

MEN’S MINISTRY: FRIDAY MORNINGS

ROSWELL FARMERS AND ARTISANS MARKET

THERAPEUTIC YOGA

What: Features small businesses, locally-grown foods and hand-made items. When: Tuesdays, 5-7 p.m. Where: 118 Lakeshore Drive, Mountain Park More info: facebook.com/MountainParkFarmersMarket

What: Don’t miss the opening day of the Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market. Mix and mingle with friends, shop for wonderful fresh items and enjoy talking to the vendors. When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.noon, through Oct. 26 Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com

RELIGIOUS EVENTS: NORTHBROOK UMC HOLIDAY CRAFT SALE

What: Browse hundreds of handmade unique holiday items, with all sale proceeds benefitting missions such as NFCC, MUST and The Drake House. When: Friday, Nov. 8, noon-7 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Northbrook UMC, 11225 Crabapple Road, Roswell More info: northbrookumc.com

APC TRUNK OR TREAT

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 What: Gain health benefits from relaxing yoga that emphasizes strength and flexibility. No experience necessary. Taught by an advanced certified yoga instructor. When: Wednesdays, 9:45-11 a.m. Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumc.com or 770261-1705

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPERS

What: Make and grow faith-based friendships for all ages. Enjoy a hot meal and/or volunteer. When: Wednesdays, 5:15-6:45 p.m. Where: Alpharetta First United Methodist Church, 69 North Main St., Alpharetta More info: afumc.org

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: MUSIC IN THE GARDEN

What: Children are encouraged to wear costumes and visit this free Trunk or Treat event for sweet treats and fun. When: Sunday, Oct. 27, 5-6:30 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta More info: alpharettapres.com

What: Master Gardener Robby Deckert will talk about native plants and pollinators. Musicians will also provide live music. When: Saturday, Oct. 19, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Sawnee Mountain Preserve, 2500 Bettis Tribble Gap Road, Cumming More info: ugamg.org

TRUNK OR TREAT

‘NIGHT MUST FALL’

What: St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church of Dunwoody will host a free Trunk or Treat event with a spaghetti dinner and games. When: Sunday, Oct. 27, 3:30 p.m. Truck or Treat; dinner at 5 p.m. Where: St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, 4755 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody More info: stpat.net

What: Thrills, chills, twists and turns in a Halloween-perfect tale of suspense. Can ineffable charm exist with true evil? The dark can be very seductive. When: Oct. 24-Nov. 10, times vary Where: Georgia Ensemble Theatre, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $24 More info and tickets: get.org

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DIWALI CELEBRATION

What: There will be festive crafts, Indian food to sample and dance performances throughout the day. All ages and cultures are welcome. When: Sunday, Oct. 20, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Where: Sharon Forks Library, 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org

‘INSTASHOW’

What: This exhibit takes an in depth look at how social media is changing the art experience for both artists and viewers. When: Sept. 20-Oct. 26, times vary Where: Spruill Gallery, 4681 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta More info: spruillarts.org

‘SINGLE WIDE’

What; A story of challenge, determination, grit, and hope, this new musical features a country/pop score. The story inspires audiences to reach for the stars and follow their dreams. When: Oct. 10-27, times vary Where: Tam’s School Street Playhouse, 101 School St., Cumming Cost: Ticket starts at $27.50 More info and tickets: schoolstreetplayhouse.com

SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: KATE T. PARKER

What: Award-winning photographer Kate T. Parker will be showcasing photographs from her “Strong is the New Pretty” and “The Heart of a Boy” books. When: October through November, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Info: katetparkerphotography.com

LIBRARY EVENTS: BOOK TRAIL COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP DAY

What: Milton Library and Girl Scout Troop 15300 are orga-

nizing a community clean-up event. The trail needs your help pulling weeds, spreading mulch and more. When: Friday, Oct. 18, 4:305:45 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

WRITING COLLEGE APPLICATIONS

What: Write winning essays from guidance on topic selection, pre-planning, formatting, time management and audience awareness. When: Saturday, Oct. 19, noon1:30 p.m. Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org

LEARN TO CODE: PYTHON

What: Join us four classes of basic programming in Python, a powerful programming language used in machine learning and artificial intelligence. Grades 6-12. When: Saturday, Oct. 19, 10:30 a.m.-noon Where: Sharon Forks Library, 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org

MEET AUTHOR KAREN WHITE What: Meet New York Times bestselling author Karen White as she celebrates the release of her new book “The Christmas Spirits on Tradd Street.” When: Wednesday, Oct. 23, 6-8 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

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By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Habitat for Humanity North Central Georgia is on its way to complete its first Women Build project in its 26-year history. Habitat for Humanity North Central Georgia — which serves Cherokee, Dawson, Forsyth and North Fulton counties — has held Women Build days before, but this is the first project that will be headed and completed by women from start to finish. “This [is] about more than just fundraising and construction but also providing an opportunity for women in the community to get together, expand their personal and professional networks, and grow as individuals,” said Women Build 2020 Chair Laura Lilly. “It’s a great opportunity for us to grow in a number of ways.” Habitat for Humanity North Central Georgia has its roots in Habitat for Humanity North Fulton, which first met in the Roswell United Methodist Church in 1993. It later merged with nearby affiliated organizations and, since its inception, has built over 300 homes and repaired 50 homes to help more than 1,300 individuals have safe and affordable housing. The organizers need to raise $90,000 total for the project and have already raised about 60 percent of that goal, Lilly said. Fundraising is expected to finish by the end of the year. The women who have volunteered for the Women Build 2020 project come from diverse backgrounds and levels of experience. Lilly said participants include high school seniors to senior citizens and Habitat for Humanity veterans to first-time builders. One woman, according to Lilly, said that the builds have given her confidence, to know that she can fix things around the house herself when needed. “We all have opportunities to learn new skills and step outside comfort zones [in this project],” Lilly said. Lilly herself became involved with

Habitat for Humanity through her neighbor, who is on the Habitat for Humanity North Central Georgia board and posted about the women’s build project online. Lilly said she initially thought the project was a one-day endeavor, but once she learned more about it at an informational session, she became hooked. “I loved the idea of it,” Lilly said. “The idea of women helping other women really resonated with me.” Lilly, who has previously been involved in women-focused projects through her college and sorority, was chosen this summer to chair the project. “In general, a lot of really important and powerful things can happen when women support other women — I’ve seen it time and time again,” Lilly said. “I think it is the female-focus of this project that is attracting and driving many of us to want to get involved in something maybe they otherwise wouldn’t get involved in. A lot of the people who are involved in this project really like the idea of helping a woman who is looking for a hand up and not looking for a handout.” Project construction is tentatively set to begin February 2020. If all goes well, Lilly said the build may be complete in April or May. Habitat for Humanity North Central Georgia meets once a month to discuss the project’s progress and to prepare for the builds. During the monthly meetings, the organization hosts a keynote speaker to talk about a woman-related topic. Past speakers include women’s fitness, hormones and nutrition, and financial health. The woman who will become the homeowner will be announced at the Nov. 21 monthly chapter meeting. Each woman who wants to participate in this project build is required to raise at least $250. Corporate sponsors include Amazon and Travelers Insurance. For more information about the project, to donate or to get involved, visit habitat-ncg.org/volunteer/women-build.

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SPORTS

SportS recap

Cambridge drops region matchup to Northview By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com Class 7A Cherokee 21, Roswell 14 Roswell fell to an improved Cherokee team Friday night in the Hornets’ Region 5-AAAAAAA opener. The Hornets had won the prior five meetings between the programs but could not erase a threescore deficit at the half. After a scoreless first period, the Warriors put on a flurry of scoring beginning with a touchdown throw. On Roswell’s ensuing possession, the Hornets failed to convert a fourth-down play deep in Cherokee territory. That set up a touchdown rush of over 90 yards from the Warriors to extend the margin to 14-0. Cherokee found the end zone again moments later with a pick-six to lead 21-0 at the break. Roswell running back Nnamdi Orjioke put the Hornets on the board late in the third quarter, and a touchdown pass with under four minutes remaining put Roswell in a potential comeback situa-

tion. However, Cherokee’s defense held on Roswell’s final possession to hand the defending Region 4-AAAAAAA champs their first region loss in nearly two years. Roswell (3-2, 0-1) is on the road again Friday to take on Lassiter. Class 6A Alpharetta 28, North Atlanta 0 Alpharetta retained its seat atop the Region 7-AAAAAA standings Friday night with a shutout win over North Atlanta. The win puts the Raiders at 4-0 in region play. Will Gerdes put the Raiders on top in the first quarter with a touchdown pass. Gerdes and CJ Dobard connected for a score in the second quarter before Alpahretta’s Kristopher Thomas hauled in his third interception in two games. That pick set up another Raiders’ touchdown to give them a 21-0 lead at the half. Gerdes and Dobard connected for a second score in the fourth quarter while the Raiders defense continued to stymie the Warriors. Alpharetta’s shut out was their second straight after downing Cen-

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ahead of the Bears in the region standings. Northview (4-3, 3-2) has a bye before continuing region play against Alpharetta Oct. 25, while Cambridge (3-4, 2-3) will take on region leaders Johns Creek. Chattahoochee 48, Centennial 21 Chattahoochee earned its first region win of the season and first under head coach Mike Malone Friday night with a lopsided win over winless Centennial in Roswell. The matchup featured North Fulton’s newest head coaches in Shane Sams of Centennial and Hooch’s Malone. The Cougars’ win was powered by a big night from quarterback Jaylen Smith. The junior had a five-touchdown night, including four passing throws and a 13-yard rushing score. Smith and Jordan Palmer connected for two scores in the first quarter to put Hooch ahead 16-7. Centennial remained close behind in the first half, but an Ian Ortloff field goal of 41 yards gave the Cougars a 26-14 lead at the break. Hooch continued to rack up points in the second half, including another

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Pass rate for Advanced Placement test rises while participation falls Fulton Schools focuses on college-ready students By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com Nearly three out of four Fulton School System students did well enough on their 2019 Advanced Placement exams to potentially earn college credits for their efforts. The College Board administers AP exams each spring to students enrolled in AP courses. Exam scores range from 1 to 5, with a 3 considered the minimum score to earn college credit in introductory courses. The percentage of Fulton students scoring a 3 or higher on the college-level AP exams increased by 1 point to a 71.4 percent pass rate this year. The number of tests given, however, declined by about 10 percent from 2018. “I’m pleased to see so many students challenge themselves with Advanced Placement’s college-level rigor,” School Superintendent Mike Looney said. “These curriculum opportunities help prepare our college-bound students for more academic success.” All eight North Fulton high schools averaged above the district pass rate of 71.4

percent. Two North Fulton high schools, Chattahoochee and Northview, had more than 90 percent of their AP exams result in a score of 3, 4 or 5. Johns Creek High School was close behind with 86.3 percent of students scoring at least a 3. Milton and Alpharetta high schools had the highest number of test takers — more than 1,100 students at each school – with a pass rate of 74.5 and 76.1, respectively. While passing the AP exam is the end goal, participation in AP courses is a key factor in See college admissions where page 30 a “rigor based” course load in high school is desirable, according to college counselors. “Colleges look at AP, International Baccalaureate (IB) and honors courses available at the applicant’s schools, and whether the student availed themselves of those opportunities,” said Andrew Belasco, CEO of College Transitions, a Georgia-based firm specializing in college admissions counseling. This year’s freshman class at the University of Georgia took an average of nine AP courses while in high school. At schools in the Ivy League and among highly competitive schools, the number averaged 15.

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AP Courses taken by 2019 North Fulton Graduates (over 4 years) Total Average AP courses Courses per grad Alpharetta High 2,384 4.7 Cambridge High 2,049 4.2 Centennial High 1,159 2.7 Chattahoochee High 2,161 4.3 Johns Creek High 2,213 4.3 Milton High 2,714 4.6 Northview High 2,317 5.0 Roswell High 1,982 4.1

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Fulton School officials credit AP teachers with maximizing the opportunities for students to challenge themselves with college-level courses, and to use “best practices” in their classroom. “The district facilitates AP teachers’ collaboration with others through webinars and state workshop,” Chief Academic Officer Cliff Jones said. “Fulton County Schools prides itself in

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increasing access to AP courses for all students.” While access to AP courses is a district goal, making sure students are academically prepared for the rigor of a collegelevel courses is important, Jones noted. “The work the district has done with the Standards Mastery Framework and professional development…provides teachers with instructional strategies to build student knowledge before getting to AP classes,” Jones said.

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Local volleyball teams begin state tournament this weekend By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. — Seven North Fulton volleyball teams will begin the state tournament this weekend after earning postseason berths in region tournaments last week. Alpharetta, Blessed Trinity and Fellowship Christian earned region championships and secured No. 1 seeds. Alpharetta (39-6) completed a Region 7-AAAAAA four-peat Oct. 10. The Raiders swept Johns Creek, Chattahoochee and Dunwoody 2-0 to earn a berth in the region title game Oct. 12 against Pope, the only region team to beat the Raiders this season and the defending Class 6A state champs. After dropping the first set, 25-19 to Pope, the Raiders dominated the second and third set to take a 2-1 lead. However, Pope took a tight fourth set, 25-23, to set up a winner-take-all fifth set for the region title. Alpharetta battled to take a tight 15-12 win for their fourth consecutive region crown. The Raiders will eye another deep playoff run after reaching the state semifinals the last three years, including two state runner-up finishes. The Raiders host Tri-Cities in the first round Oct. 19. Another team with state title aspirations is Blessed Trinity, who captured the Region 7-AAAA title. The Titans (33-9) swept West Hall in decisive fashion (25-7, 25-14) to reach the region title match Oct. 10 against Marist. Though the match was far closer for the Titans, the result was the same with BT sweeping the War Eagles (25-21, 25-21, 25-19). The six-time state champions will look to improve on their 2018 postseason fortunes. The Titans were ousted in the second round by eventual state champions St. Pius X, marking the first year BT had not reached the state semifinals since 2009. The Titans will host Chapel Hill in the first round. Fellowship Christian (20-14) earned its second straight Class A-AA Area 5 title Oct. 12, completing an undefeated regular season and region tournament against area opponents.

The Paladins downed Mount Pisgah 2-0 in the semifinals and took on the Patriots again in the finals of the doubleelimination tournament. The Paladins dropped the first set, 25-20, but took the second and earned a 15-8 win in the decisive third set to repeat as area champs. Fellowship hosts George Walton Academy in the first round this weekend. Four other North Fulton teams earned playoff berths, including Milton and Roswell in Class 7A. Milton, the 2018 Class 7A state runner-up, swept South Forsyth and Forsyth Central 3-0 to earn a shot to defend their Region 5-AAAAAAA title Oct. 12 against Lambert. The Eagles took a close first set, 2624, but dropped the next three sets to fall short of the region crown. Milton (17-19) still earned homecourt advantage with the No. 2 seed and will host Region 7’s Parkview in the first round. Roswell (21-9) is also in the Class 7A playoffs after placing fourth in the Region 4 tournament. The Hornets swept Woodstock but fell to Etowah in four sets and dropped a tight, five-set match-up with Lassiter for the No. 4 seed. Roswell will go on the road to take on Region 2 champions Newnan in the first round. Centennial (24-14) will join Alpharetta in the Class 6A tournament. The Knights took down Northview and Chattahoochee in two sets of the 7-AAAAAA tournament last week but fell to Dunwoody and Pope to earn the No. 4 seed. The Knights will travel to take on Northgate, the Region 5 champs, in the first round this weekend. Though Mount Pisgah (13-30) fell to Fellowship in the Area 5 tournament, the Patriots secured the No. 2 seed and will take on Providence Christian in the first round at home. It will be the first meeting of the teams this year. St. Francis (12-18) earned the No. 3 seed from Area 5 by downing Pinecrest Academy. The Knights go on the road to face Wesleyan to open the state tournament.

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Eagles shut down Wolverines to begin region play By ZACH SHUGAN news@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Both Milton and West Forsyth played tough nonregion schedules to open this season, and both entered their Friday matchup with losing records. As disappointing as those opening games might have been, the final scores were not too important. Friday’s matchup at West was the first region game of the season for both squads, and at the end of the regular season, region games determine who makes it to the state playoffs and who stays home. With both teams hungry to start their region schedules with a win, Milton earned a decisive victory over the Wolverines in a battle of the region’s top two teams from 2018. “I’m just proud of our guys,” Milton head coach Adam Clack said. “We preached urgency all week. In games like this, you want to come out and set the tone early. Offense, defense and special teams, I felt, all made an impact right there in the first quarter.” Milton received the ball to start the game, and the Eagles wasted no time in creating a lead. Sophomore quarterback Devin Farrell ran for a 24-yard touchdown, capping off a 69-yard, five-minute scoring drive for the Eagles. West Forsyth (1-4, 0-1) went threeand-out on its first drive, and on the Eagles’ ensuing possession, senior running back Ahmad Junearick burst through the middle of the offensive line and ran 68 yards for a touchdown. In an unexpected move, Milton elected to go for an onside kick while up 14-0 in the first quarter. The decision by Clack paid off with the Eagles recovering the kick near midfield. “I took that opportunity with the momentum and the defense playing well to show the kids that when we talk about

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Milton’s offense lines up against West Forsyth Oct. 11. The Eagles used four offensive touchdowns and a fumble recovery returned for a touchdown to open a 34-0 lead in the first half. something and practice it, we’ll follow through on it,” Clack said. “And if we didn’t get it, I felt good that our defense could play right there. But I knew that was an opportunity to really seize some momentum.” The Eagles had all the momentum after recovering the kick and poured it on. Farrell tossed a 44-yard touchdown down the sideline to Garrett Smalley on the first play of the Milton drive. The extra-point attempt was blocked by the Wolverines, but Milton still led 20-0 with over three minutes remaining in the first quarter. West Forsyth’s offense began to roll in the second quarter with juniors Drew

Southern at quarterback and Daba Fofana at running back. Starting at their own 21-yard line, the Wolverines worked their way down inside the 5-yard line of Milton. Looking to cut Milton’s lead, Southern and Fofana fumbled the handoff, and Milton’s Jackson Slaton picked up the ball and ran it back all the way for an Eagles touchdown. When the Wolverines got the ball back, they turned it over again. This time, Troy Artis came up with an interception, and the Milton offense took over up 27-0 late in the first half. Sophomore running back Jordan McDonald took the handoff and ran 34

yards for a touchdown. Those were the last points Milton would score on the night, but they had amassed more than enough for the win. The Wolverines avoided the shutout behind a 25-yard touchdown pass from Southern to Casey Cowart in the fourth quarter, the only score for the home team. West Forsyth (1-4, 0-1) hosts Forsyth Central (3-2, 0-1) on Oct. 18 with both teams looking to pick up their first region win. Meanwhile, Milton (3-3, 1-0) moves on to a matchup with South Forsyth (4-2, 1-0) in a game of the top teams in Region 5-AAAAAAA.

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The ABC’s of AP Ask any college admissions counselor about how many Advanced Placement classes a high school student should take and the pat answer will generally be “the more the better.” But quantity and quality of outcome are not always the same. The goal is always to max out the potential for the high school, said Andrew Belasco, CEO of College Transitions (www. collegetransitions.com), which focuses on college planning and admission counseling. For instance, if your high school offers only a limited number of AP courses (there are 34 in total), this will not work against you as long as you take advantage of the opportunities, he noted. Attending a high school teeming with AP options — which describes nearly every public high school in North Fulton — means expectations are raised. “Whether you’re talking about GPA or standardized tests scores, the goal is always going to be to max out your potential,” said Belasco, a graduate of Georgetown and Harvard, and whose Ph.D. from the University of Georgia focused on college access and admission policies. When filling out the Common App Secondary School Report (CASSR), high school guidance counselors rank the rigor of a student’s course load as: Most Demanding, Very Demanding, Demanding, Average, Below Average. Colleges look at the AP and other high level courses available at the applicant’s schools, and if the student reached for those opportunities. All A’s in an average or below average course

load will likely be less valuable than Bs in a most demanding schedule. The magic formula of admission is elusive, and it changes from year to year, but prospective students should look at the freshman profile for the college they are interested in. For example, the University of Georgia’s class of 2019 averaged six AP courses in high school; the current class of 2023 took an average of nine. “If you are aiming for a [highly competitive school], you need to be at or very near the top of your graduating class,” explained Belasco. “Which means you’ll need to take as many AP courses as the other academic superstars at your school.” For the majority of students not aiming for the Ivies but still want a top tier college, he recommends taking AP classes in your areas of interest/strength. “Try an AP class as a sophomore or as a junior and go from there. If you’re successful, take another AP class or two as a senior,” he said. “This schedule will be rigorous enough to satisfy 99 percent of the nation’s colleges and universities and won’t drive you to the brink of insanity.”

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Titans win thriller against unbeaten Denmark By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — In a battle of the old guard versus the new kids on the block, championship veterans Blessed Trinity took down upstart Denmark in thrilling fashion Friday night at home in a battle of top-10 ranked teams. The Titans scored the go-ahead touchdown with just 35 seconds remaining and blocked the Danes’ potential game-winning field goal as the clock expired. The win puts Blessed Trinity at 2-0 in Region 7-AAAA play. “I think it was our best effort of the year and it had to be,” Blessed Trinity head coach Tim McFarlin said. “This is a big game for us, and it’s a big game for [Denmark], who will bounce back.” Both teams had something to prove entering the matchup. The Titans (5-1, 2-0) are still out to show they are still a championship-caliber team, despite a bevy of new coaches and starters. Meanwhile, the previously undefeated Danes (5-1, 2-1) were out to prove they are among the elite programs in Class 4A. It could be argued both accomplished those missions Friday. The matchup was a defensive slugfest throughout. Denmark, who entered the game with four shutouts this year, limited BT’s run game much of the night, and the Titans kept the Danes’ standout quarterback/receiver duo of Aaron McLaughlin and Ze’Vian Capers mostly in check. McLaughlin was 18-26 passing for 242 yards and a touchdown, but he was continually evading pressure and was sacked four times. Capers had four receptions, and all were for big gains and crucial to Denmark’s drives, including its final possession. The defensive play kept the score at 7-6 entering the fourth quarter. But on the first play of the final period, BT’s

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Blessed Trinity’s Justice Haynes rushes the ball. Haynes compiled 121 yards rushing with a touchdown. freshman running back Justice Haynes busted off a 66-yard touchdown along the sideline to put the Titans ahead, 14-6. A 44-yard pass from McLaughlin to Capers set up an eventual 10-yard touchdown rush from the quarterback. However, the Danes remained behind by failing to convert on their two-point play. The Danes’ defense forced a threeand-out on BT’s ensuing possession to set up their go-ahead drive. Denmark drove the field with short passes before Capers made an athletic play to grab a touchdown pass in tight coverage from BT’s Quinton Reese. The Danes made the PAT to put their lead at

19-14 with four minutes left. Though the Titans running game had been stymied in the first half, their offensive line knew they could get the job done on the ground. “The kids said at halftime they thought we could wear on them, and we did,” McFarlin said. “At halftime, the offensive line kept saying don’t give up on the run.” With the running back duo of Elijah Green and Justice Haynes, BT pounded away on their final drive. With no timeouts, the clock became an issue as the Titans moved into the red zone, but after forcing the Danes defense to creep up to stop the run, BT looked to the air.

After seven straight runs, quarterback Duncan Reavis connected with tight end James Bryant for the go-ahead score with 35 seconds remaining to thrill BT’s homecoming crowd. The drama was not over, though. McLaughlin evaded several sacks early in the drive as the Danes chipped away down the sideline. Still needing a big play, Capers hauled down a 37-yard pass to put the ball at BT’s 30-yard line. With no timeouts, McLaughlin spiked the ball with one second remaining. The Danes’ Parker Hannon lined up for the 47-yard attempt, and after a stellar defensive performance and clutch offense, BT’s special teams play secured the win by blocking the kick as the final horn sounded. McFarlin said the win started with the offensive and defensive lines, and he was especially pleased with his defense’s performance overall. “We lost five defensive coaches last year and we lost a great senior class,” he said “This senior class is also great. They’ve adapted to being without those guys, and more importantly, they have bought into these coaches, and we’re starting to come together. I’m very proud of our staff on both sides of the ball.” BT’s Michael Mitchler had two sacks on the night. Haynes rushed for 121 yards while Green compiled 91 yards and a touchdown. Reavis was 10-16 passing for 197 yards with a score. McLaughlin had nearly all of the Danes’ rushing yards, 44. The Titans and Danes continue region play next week with BT facing another challenging top-10 ranked team, Flowery Branch. BT faced four ranked teams in the opening six games, including Denmark. The matchup is no easier for the Danes who will play the Class 4A’s topranked team, Marist, at home.

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home Friday to face Alpharetta, while the Knights (0-6, 0-4) will look for their first win against Dunwoody on the road. Class A-Private Fellowship Christian 48, St. Francis 21 Fellowship Christian kept its unbeaten streak alive Friday in a matchup of Region 6-A teams, downing St. Francis, 48-21, on

the road. Fellowship has won its last 12 Region 6-A subregion B contests. The game was tied 7-7 entering the second quarter before Fellowship found separation with rushing scores from Murphy Reeves, Jayven Hall and quarterback Eli Hildebrandt. Reeves earned his third and fourth rushing scores in the second half to keep

St. Francis well behind. Reeves extended Fellowship’s lead to 35-14 early in the fourth and added insurance with another touchdown with five minutes remaining. St. Francis quarterback Josh Gil had three touchdown passes in the Knights’ loss. The Paladins (6-0, 4-0) are on the road again Friday to take on King’s Ridge. St. Francis (3-3, 2-2) continues its three-game homestand to take on Pinecrest Academy. Walker 35, King’s Ridge 7 King’s Ridge took a 35-7 loss to Walker at home Friday night, the Tigers’ fourth straight loss. Walker opened a 21-0 lead in the first half and held the Tigers to a single score in the final 24 minutes to take the win. After falling to two of the region’s top teams, the Tigers (1-5, 0-4) continue their challenging stretch Friday against the region’s top team, Fellowship Christian, at home. Mount Pisgah 28, Pinecrest Academy 21 (2OT) Mount Pisgah captured its second region win of the year Friday night with an overtime win over winless Pinecrest Academy in Johns Creek. Pinecrest fell to 0-6 overall with the loss. With the game tied 14-14, Pinecrest lined up for a 49-yard field goal with four seconds left, but the kick was missed to send the contest into overtime. The Paladins struck first and their defense forced the Patriots into a fourthdown situation. With the game on the line, Tyler Hunnicut scored to push the contest into another overtime period. On offense to start the second overtime, Mount Pisgah’s Coleman Smith connected with Tristan Freyre for a touchdown to force Pinecrest to score on its ensuing possession. However, the Patriots’ Makael Carter intercepted a Paladin pass to end the thrilling contest. The Patriots (2-5, 2-3) have a bye Friday ahead of their final Region 6-A subregion B matchups with Fellowship Christian and Walker. Pinecrest (0-6, 0-4) is on the road Friday to face St. Francis.

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Park: Continued from Page 4 providers have access to the three grass fields at Northwestern Middle School, and fields at Hopewell Middle School, Cogburn Woods Elementary School and Birmingham Falls Elementary School. However, none of the fields are lighted and only Northwestern Middle has bathrooms. The city provides portable bathrooms at the two elementary schools. The potential purchase will likely be heralded by sports providers, particularly lacrosse. Milton has become a hotbed for youth lacrosse over the past decade, but organizers have been contending with a growing base and limited field space. Earlier this year, Milton passed its long-term parks plan which highlighted the need for more active park spaces. Residents have also listed youth sports programming as a “high priority” when polled. Cregge said the 2027 master plan “specifically encouraged us to seek opportunities such as this.” “The plan also indicates that as of 2017 we were short of two, multi-purpose fields, and we will need two more by 2027,” he said. The United Sports Complex has been run by United Futbol Academy since

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2015. Cregge said United will no longer operate out of the facility. Milton does not have a youth soccer program and there are no plans to create a program at this point, he said. Because of its prior use as a sports facility, Cregge said the complex will not disturb any in the surrounding area. The complex is flanked by a cemetery and Porter Academy. The City Council voted unanimously, with councilmember Rick Mohrig absent, to enter the contractual period to acquire the site. “This, for me, is a win-win,” said Mayor Joe Lockwood. “This is a piece of

property for sale, but also already has a lot of improvements that we definitely have a need for in the city of Milton.” Councilmember Matt Kunz said the purchase could relieve pressure on the city’s other facilities without the need to cut down trees. Councilmembers Laura Bentley and Carol Cookerly credited the purchase to the city adopting its historical millage rate after reducing the rate in 2018. “We had to make a tough decision to raise the millage rate, but we knew this day was coming that would allow the city to make a purchase for needed fields,” Bentley said.

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