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Amelia Hein, of Warner Robins, kicks a ball at a Velcro target, as her sister Arabella Hein waits her turn June 19 at Crabapple Green in Milton.
MILTON, Ga. — Soccer fans young and old gathered at Crabapple Green on Friday for "Goals on the Green," the city's first World Cup watch party, as the U.S. men's national team took on Australia. The event, hosted in collaboration with Crabapple Market and Rush Union Soccer and presented by the Reid Casey Team, began at 1 p.m. with food trucks and family-friendly, soccerthemed activities before the match kicked off two hours later. Emily Salerno, the city's community outreach manager, said Milton applied for FIFA's permission to host the watch party in March and received approval on June 8 — just 11 days before the event. "We did this to capitalize on a great opportunity with the World Cup being here," Salerno said. "We applied with FIFA for permission back in March and just on June 8, 2026, got permission for today, June 19, and also for a later date on July 19." Salerno said the city evaluates these kinds of events against three criteria: whether they will draw a large crowd, whether they will have an economic impact on nearby businesses, and whether there is community buy-in.
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Milton warns public against shooting fireworks near horses MILTON, Ga. — With Fourth of July approaching, Milton is reminding residents of a year-round local law that prohibits fireworks from being set off within 200 yards of an equine property. The regulation took effect last year and applies to the more than 200 properties citywide that actively house
horses, donkeys, ponies or mules. Violations of the city ordinance can lead to a minimum fine of $300. Loud and sudden noises can spook horses causing them to injure themselves or experience medical issues from extreme stress. These reactions can endanger nearby property, fellow animals and humans.
The Community Development Department in City Hall will be handing out free signs for equine owners to post on their property, alerting animals to their livestock. Milton City Hall is open from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. — Hannah Yahne
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Milton High’s Jake James wins national acting award MILTON, Ga. — Jake James, a participant in the Milton Theatre Company at Milton High School, received the Best Performance by an Actor Award at the 17th annual National High School Musical Theatre Awards. The competition, commonly known as the Jimmy Awards, was hosted June 22 in the Minskoff Theatre on Broadway in New York City. James advanced to the national stage after winning the Shuler Award for Best Performance by a Leading Actor for his performance in the high school edition of “Water for Elephants” presented at Milton High School. Alongside 115 competitors, James spent 10 days in an intensive program led by musical theater professionals before being selected as the national win-
ner for Best Performance by an Actor. “The community that I have at home in City Springs Conservatory and Milton Theatre, my high school theatre company, is beyond enormous,” James said in an interview with Playbill. “I have so many people that believe in me, and I believe in so many people there – they're gonna do great things too.” For the Milton Theatre Company, the award marks a historic achievement. “Jake’s success demonstrates what is possible when young artists are given exceptional opportunities, rigorous training, and a community that believes in them,” Vice President of Marketing with the Milton Theatre Company Danielle Addair said. “We could not be more proud.” — Hannah Yahne
Local youth helps in coin toss for Atlanta World Cup match NORTH FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Nicholas Nackley was at the center of the field June 18 as a coin toss assistant for the Czechia and South African men’s soccer match at Atlanta Stadium (Merecedes-Benz Stadium). Nackley was selected to participate in the pre-match tradition after being nominated by his adaptive physical education teacher at Riverwood High
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Out-of-district students can make applications to four county schools FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Eligible outof-district students can apply to attend select Fulton County Schools for the upcoming year through a tuition-based enrollment initiative to expand access to specialized academic pathways and advanced coursework. Participating schools are the Fulton Academy of Virtual Excellence, Global Impact Academy, North Springs High School and Northview High School. To be eligible, students must be Georgia residents between ninth and 12th grade and complete an application to the school of their choice through Infinite Campus. Acceptance to a school does not guarantee
participation in a specific program at the school. Students determined to have missed 10 percent or more of enrolled school days for any reason will not be considered. Any student subject to serious disciplinary action in the past, such as long-term suspension, assignment or referral to an alternative school, will not be accepted. The tuition rate for the 2026-27 school year is $11,000 per student each year or $5,500 per semester. To apply, go to fultonschools.org/ students-families/enrollment/onlineregistration. — Hannah Yahne
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Customers welcome Trader Joe’s in Johns Creek By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — On the first day, Trader Joe said let there be snacks. “Oh, I’ve been praying for this day,” Sugar Hill resident Boo Kirsch Hynes said at the June 11 opening of Johns Creek’s first Trader Joe’s. With a cart full of artisanal snacks and bright-eyed grin, Kirsch Hynes was one of the grocery’s super fans who showed up at 9 a.m. for the store’s first day in business. For many, the 9,240-square-foot location at 1000 Medley Blvd., next to the soon-to-be-completed Medley mixed-use center, is a godsend. With a Trader Joe’s in Johns Creek, long drives to Alpharetta, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Norcross and Marietta are a thing of the past. “It’s a big deal,” Kirsch Hynes said. “I’m 20 minutes away. I’m so excited.” Before the doors opened, the excitement was palpable. A line of eager shoppers wound around the building. A DJ flooded the parking lot with bass-heavy dance tunes, and lei-wearing staff members offered warm welcomes. Once inside the store, which features walls of Johns Creek specific artwork, customers swarmed, filling baskets and carts with the one-of-a-kind products that have created a cult following for the grocery chain. “I didn’t know it was going to be such a zoo,” Kirsch Hynes said. “But it was a fun, delicious zoo.” First opened in 1967 in Pasadena, Calif., Trader Joe’s has become an institution, expanding to more than 40 states. There are at least eight locations in Atlanta. Repeat customers said the brand has set itself apart with a unique blend of warm customer service and eclectic yet delicious quality products like peanut butter-filled pretzels, mini protein pancakes, sour Swedish fish candies, stuffed poblano peppers, white-cheddar popcorn, fresh basil, fine yet affordable wines and health elixirs such as kombucha and bottled fruit smoothies. At a stand near the rear of the store, crew member Jon Perez was handing out samples of blueberry lemonade and barbecue potato chips. He said the store intends to give out free samples every day, including coffee on Mondays. Perez mixed the lemonade himself, muddling the blueberries and boiling the simple syrup to ensure the flavors
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Shoppers line up to enter Trader Joe’s at 1000 Medley Blvd. in Johns Creek June 11, the store’s opening day. mingled. He said he has come to love working for the company in part because of the products they offer. “I enjoy the moon cookies that we have, the black and white cookies, because I’m from New York,” he said. “They remind me of home, of the delis and the bakeries that I used to go to.” The location hired more than 30 new staff from surrounding areas with some transferring from nearby Trader Joe’s
stores. Store Captain Susan Jasko said she attributes much of the chain’s success to its employees. Staff like Perez are more than just workers, she said, they also strive to be community members. “I had so many people tell me they’re excited that we’re a part of the Johns Creek neighborhood, and we’re happy to be here,” Jasko said. The new Johns Creek Trader Joe’s
will donate all unsold products to a range of community nonprofits through the company’s Neighborhood Shares Program. “Really, I think the reason why we do this is because we love helping people, whether we are helping them find something for dinner or assisting them out to their car,” she said. “It’s like one family here, and I think that translates into the customer service that we have at Trader Joe’s.”
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Area communities plan special events to celebrate July 4 NORTH METRO ATLANTA — The United States marks its 250th birthday this year, and many North Metro Atlanta communities are helping it celebrate. This July 4 is the nation’s semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Although Independence Day is on a Saturday, some celebrations will take place on other days. Here is a list of events celebrating the holiday across DeKalb, Fulton, and Forsyth counties. Forsyth County The Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Road, hosts a fun-filled evening from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. July 4, with a firework show at 9:30 p.m. The celebration includes live music, alcohol, food, kids zone, vendors and more. In Cumming, the annual ThomasMashburn Steam Engine Parade travels south on Tribble Gap Road, starting at Forsyth Central High School and ending at the Cumming Fairgrounds. The parade starts at 10 a.m. July 4. Fulton County Alpharetta is hosting a July 3 concert and drone show 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Town Green at Alpharetta City Center, 2 Park
Plaza, with the drone shower beginning at 9:30 p.m. On July 4, the city holds a fireworks show with the fireworks commencing at 9:15 p.m. with the latest start of the show at 10:40 p.m. Families are encouraged to bring a blanket, picnic and games for a memorable evening together. In Johns Creek, a fireworks display will be held at The Boardwalk at Town Center, 11362 Lakefield Drive from 6 to 9 p.m. July 3 Fireworks will be displayed after 9 p.m. The free event also features music, activities and food. Milton’s Red, White, and YOU! will be held at Broadway Pavilion, 12615 Broadwell Road, 9 a.m. to noon July 3. A parade begins at 9:45 a.m. with a foam party to start at 10:15 a.m. Roswell’s July 4 celebration is from 7 to 11 p.m. at 10495 Woodstock Road. Enjoy live music, entertainment and food trucks. Bring chairs and blankets to spread out at one of several fireworks viewing areas throughout the park. Fireworks will start at sunset. Sandy Springs’ Stars & Stripes Fireworks Celebration is July 4 at City Springs District, 1 Galambos Way. The event opens at 4 p.m. with food trucks opening at 6 p.m., a concert by Don McLean from 8 to 9:30 p.m. and fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
DeKalb County Avondale Estates holds its fireworks display from 7 to 10 p.m. July 4. The show can be viewed at Napoleon B. Cobb Stadium, 1192 Clarendon Ave. The event kicks off with the Fourth of July Parade. Parking will be limited. Please consider walking, biking and alternate modes of transportation. The Clarkston July 4 parade begins sharply at 10 a.m. from the Renaissance High School parking lot, with a left turn on to Church Street, then right turn on to Main Street, heading north, then a left turn on Miller Road, finally ending at Calvary Lutheran Church parking lot. The First Announcer's Stage will be on Main Street in front of The Fed Restaurant near Rudy's Prime Steakhouse. For more information, visit clarkstonparade.org. The Chamblee Rocks Summer Concert features Robin Thicke at 6:30 p.m. in Downtown Chamblee. Fireworks will begin about 9 p.m. Parking will be limited and available at Winter Construction, 5616 Peachtree Road, or Chamblee Middle School, 3601 Sexton Woods Drive. Decatur’s Pied Piper Parade is at 6 p.m. July 4 in the downtown with a concert at 7 p.m. Fireworks start at 9 p.m. or at dark. Parade line-up begins at 5:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Decatur, 308
Clairemont Ave. Pedestrians should gather on the lawn, and vehicles will line up in the parking lot. In Dunwoody, a July 4 parade begins at 9 a.m. at Dunwoody Village Shopping Center, 5555 Chamblee Dunwoody Road. The 2.7-mile route travels west on Mt. Vernon Road and along Dunwoody Village Parkway. Spectators are encouraged to bring chairs, picnics and flags. After the parade, a festival at the shopping center features performances by the Dunwoody High School Band and Dunwoody Idol winner Lauren Schroder along with the presentation of parade awards. Stone Mountain Park holds its July 4 fireworks display 9:30 p.m. July 1 to 6. Visitors are advised to enter the park before 5 p.m. The park will close gates to traffic once parking capacity is reached, regardless of pre-purchased tickets. Attractions are all day from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, visit stonemountainpark.com. Tucker’s July 3 Celebration of Independence and Fireworks Spectacular kicks off at 6 p.m. and continues until the barricades come down at 11 p.m. Enjoy live music, DJ Fernando, a kids zone and carnival games. Food trucks open at 5:30 p.m. Fireworks start at 9:15 p.m.
Milton bookstore marks nation’s 250th with star-spangled celebration July 26 By KATHY DES JARDINS CIOFFI newsroom@appenmedia.com The country is turning 250, and a Milton bookstore that’s not quite 4 has big, patriotic plans. Celebrate America’s 250th, hosted by the Daughters of the American Revolution and Poe & Company Bookstore, will honor the nation’s past, present and future July 26 from 2-4 p.m. at Poe & Company, 1890 Heritage Walk, Suite P101, Milton. Five authors whose books explore the country’s struggles and triumphs since 1776 will discuss their work. Members of the DAR, Children of the American Revolution and Sons of the American Revolution will be in period costume, and coffee, wine, light bites and cake will be served. Kate Seng, Poe & Company’s owner, said the idea for a red, white and blue book bash originated with Perrie Patterson, an author and member of the Cumming chapter of the DAR. Seng responded by organizing an event in keeping with her sweeping, festive approach to author appearances since opening Poe & Company in 2022 and expanding in 2025. Named after her father’s favorite author, Edgar Allan Poe, the bookstore shares a mission with the day’s Fourth of July slant, which Seng summed up by quoting Robert Frost: "Freedom lies in being bold.” “I have wanted to open a bookstore ever
since I saw the movie ‘You’ve Got Mail,’” said Seng, an author of three children’s books. “The feel-good experience of a community bookstore resonated with me and is something we have tried to recreate at Poe & Company.” The community will be well represented during Poe’s Revolutionary-era revelry. Milton resident Kenny Kurtz will sing the national anthem while Milton Mayor Peyton Jamison will welcome guests, said Seng, who also lives in Milton. For the day’s panel authors, she went farther afield. Speakers will include New York Times bestsellers Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie with their new release, “A Founding Mother: A Novel of Abigail Adams;” bestseller Kostya Kennedy and “The Ride: Paul Revere and the Night that Saved America;” Claire Bellerjeau, whose nonfiction work is “Espionage and Enslavement in the Revolution;” the DAR’s Patterson and her volume, “Leader of Liberty: Tale of America's First Spy Ring;” and the event’s moderator, Dr. Greg Brooking, author of “From Empire to Revolution: Sir James Wright and the Price of Georgia.” Other event sponsors include the Milton Historical Society, the SAR, the Alpharetta and Old Milton County Historical Society, and Total Joint Specialists. Festivities will be free for children and $10 for adults. For more information, visit poeandcompanybookstore.com/all-events/america250-celebration.
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What home projects actually pay off in North Atlanta? Brought to you by Susie Uhlich – Ansley Real Estate Not every renovation is worth it before selling. Here’s where your money pays off, and where most homeowners overspend. Thinking about updating your home before selling? I get it. You want your home to look its best and to get the most money possible. But here’s the thing: not every renovation is worth doing before you list, and some of the projects homeowners spend the most on are the ones that give them the least return. After 10 years in real estate, one of the biggest mistakes I see is homeowners not putting their money where it will have the greatest impact. The kitchen matters more than you think. I once had wonderful clients whose home I sold. Their kitchen hadn’t been updated in almost 30 years, but
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project. Brookhaven, Morningside, and Druid Hills tell a similar story, where condition and character continue to command a premium when they are presented with care.
Buyers this summer are not searching for more homes. They are searching for the right one, and they recognize it the moment they walk in. A Note on the Season The spring market has given way to summer, and with it a clearer picture of where Atlanta stands. After a first half defined by buyers who are deliberate and well-informed, the headline is steadiness. Metro Atlanta’s median sale price has held essentially flat over the past year, near $435,000, while homes are taking modestly longer to sell, roughly fifty to fifty-five days, and inventory has continued its patient climb to just over two months of supply. This is not a market in retreat. It is a market that has found its footing, and it rewards the prepared. Inside the Perimeter Inside the perimeter continues to trade on scarcity and character. In Buckhead, the established estate corridors remain supply-constrained in a way the broader market is not. You can build a new subdivision in Forsyth, but you cannot create more Tuxedo Park. Wellpositioned homes are still moving briskly, with the median now near $1.175 million, yet the upper end asks for patience and
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Outside the Perimeter Outside the perimeter is moving at its own confident rhythm. Alpharetta, Milton, and Roswell continue to draw relocation and move-up demand, with Alpharetta’s median asking price holding near $780,000 and well-prepared homes trading inside two months. Milton’s estate and equestrian properties remain a distinct world of their own, rewarding sellers who present privacy and craftsmanship with intention. Further north, Forsyth and Cherokee continue to benefit from value migration as buyers extend their search for space and new construction. New homes compete aggressively with resale here, which means a resale listing more than a decade old earns its premium only through thoughtful preparation. Where Presentation Decides the Outcome Across both sides of the perimeter, a single theme now connects every price point. The market is not slow. It is selective. More than half of the homes that sold in May had taken a price reduction along the way, and the homes that did not are, almost without exception, the
ones that arrived prepared, priced, and presented with care. Buyers in 2026 are patient, informed, and unwilling to overpay for potential. They reward the home that is ready. This is the natural next chapter to the conversations we have shared this spring. In April we spoke of full exposure, in May of disciplined pricing, and now, of presentation as the deciding variable. The three are inseparable. A home that is fully exposed, honestly priced, and beautifully prepared does not sit in this market. It sells. What We Are Advising Clients Right Now For sellers, invest in preparation before the home is ever seen. Professional photography, thoughtful staging, and genuine attention to condition are no longer enhancements. They are the baseline a discerning buyer expects, and they are what separate a home that commands its price from one that chases the market downward. Price to the market as it is today, not as it was eighteen months ago, and the first two weeks will reward you. For buyers, this is a season of real opportunity. Inventory is the most generous it has been in years, and the most thoughtful, best-structured offer still earns the finest homes. Move with intention, and let your preparation meet the seller’s.
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The probate time bomb hidden in your house and your LLCs Brought to you by – Estate Law Center USA Most surviving spouses never realize they may only own 50% of their home. In Georgia, there is no automatic right of survivorship between spouses unless the deed specifically says so. Being married does not mean your spouse automatically inherits your share of the house when you die. In fact, many surviving HOLLY GEERDES Estate Law Center USA spouses find out they only own Top 5% Super Lawyer in Georgia 50% of the property when they attempt to sell the property after the first spouse dies. What usually happens? One spouse dies. The surviving spouse keeps living in the home, paying the taxes, maintaining the property, and assuming everything is fine. They never try to sell it, so they never discover there is a problem. Probate is never opened. Years later, the surviving spouse dies too. That is when the children come to our office. We pull the deed and discover there was no survivorship language. No trust. No estate plan. Legally, half of the house belonged to the first spouse's estate the entire time. That interest never automatically transferred. Now the family has a mess on their hands. Before they can sell, refinance, or properly transfer the property, we often have to open probate for the first spouse who died—sometimes 10, 15, or even 20 years
ago. After that probate is completed, we then have to open probate for the second spouse. Two separate probate cases. Two sets of court filings. Two rounds of attorney fees. Two rounds of delays. But here is what many people do not realize: Even if your deed DOES contain right of survivorship language, probate has only been delayed—not eliminated. When the first spouse dies, the property may pass automatically to the surviving spouse. But when the surviving spouse dies, the house is now owned entirely by that spouse. Unless there is a trust or other planning in place, the property will still have to go through probate at the second death before it can be transferred to the next generation.
The same problem applies to family businesses and LLCs. Many business owners assume that because their spouse is involved in the business or because they are married, ownership will automatically transfer without court involvement. In Georgia, that assumption can create serious problems. If LLC interests are not properly addressed through a trust, those ownership interests can become trapped in an estate and require probate before the next generation can take control. We regularly see families dealing with probate issues involving homes, rental properties, LLCs, and family businesses years after a loved one passed away. And if heirs have died, moved away, become estranged, or cannot be located, the situation becomes even more expensive and time-consuming. Families are often shocked to learn that a problem created decades earlier is now preventing them from selling property, transferring a business, refinancing assets, or settling an estate. The frustrating part? Most of this could have been avoided with proper estate planning. Your closing attorney's job is to get the real estate transaction closed. They are not responsible for advising you what happens to your home, your LLC, or your business when you die. That is the job of an expert estate planning attorney and not a general practioner. A survivorship deed may avoid probate at the first death. It does not avoid probate forever. Without a trust, your family could be inheriting far more than your assets—they could be inheriting years of court proceedings, legal fees, delays, and headaches.
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The dental visit that saved me an $80 ticket School zone cameras leave little to smile about. On one hand, they affirm that some motorists drive too fast where children congregate – more than 10 mph over the school zone PAT FOX speed limit. That’s Managing Editor pat@appenmedia.com bad. On the other hand, they are a form of profit-based law enforcement. That’s bad, too. Fortune magazine has reported that since Georgia made the cameras legal in 2018, local governments have raked in at least $112 million in charges. Sandy Springs just extended its contract with RedSpeed, one of the nation’s leading operators of school zone camera systems. Police Maj. Michael Lindstrom told the City Council June 16 that the devices provide a vital service – and they work. Since the camera program launched in 2021, he reported, RedSpeed has logged a 94 percent decline in the number of daily speed violators in Sandy Springs school zones. Records also show that 90 percent of offenders cited are not
residents. Still, RedSpeed reports there remain instances of motorists driving from 60-62 mph through active school speed zones. Most striking is that only 1.6 percent of drivers contest the citations. Sounds good: safer schools, more money, and almost no one disputes their guilt. Yet, growing numbers of Georgians are fighting the use of these devices as they currently operate. State Rep. Clay Pirkle, (R-Ashburn) has called the cameras a “gravy train of revenue…disguised in school safety language.” State Sen. John Albers (R-Roswell), a champion for law enforcement, has even expressed reservations. He has supported legislation to prohibit camera companies from receiving a share of the fines, and instead receive a flat fee for the service He has also suggested that all devices be uniform throughout the state, with flashing lights and signs clearly warning drivers when speed enforcement cameras are operating. Just last year, state Rep. Dale Washburn (R-Macon) sponsored legislation to completely eliminate the cameras. He provided a stack of
emails from angry Georgians ticketed who reported lights were not flashing, they didn’t even know they were in a school zone or the cameras were otherwise unfair. A few months ago, I received notice that my car was snapped driving 42 mph in a 25 mph school zone on North Point Parkway Jan. 27. The time stamp said 3:58 p.m., well within the time the school zone is enforced. Yes, I was on North Point Parkway Jan. 27 around that time. Why argue? There was the picture. Guilty. Then, I changed my mind. It was impossible for me to have been speeding through that school zone, and I could prove it. I appeared in Alpharetta Municipal Court loaded for bear and pleaded not guilty. I explained to the judge that I was a reporter and had covered Alpharetta’s adoption of the school zone camera program. Having covered the matter extensively, I knew it would be suicide to speed through any Alpharetta school zone when lights were flashing. It would be akin to stomping the accelerator when you see a cop on the side of the road with a radar gun pointed at your grill, I told the judge. The lights could not have been
flashing. The picture did not include an image of the yellow light apparatus, just my car and the time stamp. I brought copies of the articles I’d written as evidence. The judge didn’t want to see them. I also brought evidence that on Jan. 27, I was returning home from a 3 p.m. dental appointment at the Swan Building on Old Milton Parkway, one of the busiest arteries in the city. The appointment included a cleaning, then an examination from a periodontist. I brought to court my dental appointment card and my receipt for the services rendered. Finally, I told the judge that to trust the traffic camera, he’d have to believe that in 58 minutes I had: • Undergone a dental cleaning. • Had my gums examined by a periodontist. • Driven 2 and a-half miles at the start of rush hour through six traffic signals on Old Milton Parkway to Alpharetta High School. The judge dismissed the case. The worst part of the whole ordeal was that there was no person there to confront over this preposterous accusation – only a photograph with a time stamp. I’m with Sen. Albers on this one.
Several factors will govern whether mortgage rates fall Last week offered the markets their first real glimpse of the "new Federal Reserve" under Chairman Kevin Warsh. Investors, economists, and political observD.C. AIKEN ers were watching Guest Columnist closely for signs dcaiken.com that the Fed might align itself with President Trump's repeated calls for lower interest rates. Instead, the Federal Open Market Committee chose to leave rates unchanged. While the decision was widely expected, what surprised many was the Fed's willingness to keep the possibility of a rate increase on the table later this year. That stance highlights the difficult position policymakers currently face. The White House is advocating for lower rates at a time when inflation has climbed to 4.2 percent, its highest level in three years. Yet reducing rates while inflation remains
elevated is akin to trying to extinguish a fire with gasoline. It may feel proactive, but the outcome is rarely what anyone hopes for. From a monetary policy perspective, the Fed's caution is understandable. Inflation remains well above its long-run target, while unemployment has remained relatively stable. Under these conditions, the central bank has little incentive to begin easing policy prematurely. In fact, if labor market conditions strengthen further while inflation persists at current levels, the argument for additional tightening becomes considerably stronger. This creates an unusual economic paradox. Normally, stronger employment is celebrated as an unequivocal positive. Today, however, every surprisingly strong jobs report may increase the probability of higher interest rates. It's one of the few situations in economics where good news can immediately become bad news — and then somehow be spun as good news again on financial television. So where does this leave mortgage rates?
The outlook is cautiously optimistic. I expect inflationary pressures to moderate over the next six months, aided in part by declining energy prices as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to ease. If inflation trends lower, mortgage rates should gradually follow. Earlier this year, mortgage rates briefly dipped below 6 percent, helping stimulate purchase activity during the first quarter. A return to rates beginning with a "5" later this year could once again unlock pent-up housing demand and improve affordability for many buyers. That said, expectations should remain grounded. While rates below 6 percent appear achievable, forecasts calling for sustained mortgage rates in the mid-5 percent range remain optimistic. Economic forecasting is difficult enough without pretending the crystal ball actually works. For now, the most likely scenario is one of gradual improvement rather than dramatic relief. Inflation appears poised to cool, mortgage rates may drift lower, and housing activity could
strengthen modestly. But barring a significant economic slowdown, borrowers hoping for the ultra-low rates of years past may need to keep hoping a little longer. DC Aiken is senior vice president of Lending for CrossCountry Mortgage, NMLS#658790. For more insights, you can subscribe to his newsletter at dcaiken.com. The opinions expressed within this article may not reflect the opinions or views of CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC or its affiliates.
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Top mosquito-repelling plants, strategies for bite-free backyard Mosquitoes are as much a part of Georgia summers as fresh peaches and Braves baseball. There is a saying that Georgia mosquitoes are so big they must check luggage at the airport. In addition to being ANNE WISKIND a terrible nuisance Guest Columnist and causing painful bites, they can spread diseases such as West Nile virus, equine encephalitis and Zika virus. In the spirit of "know thy enemy," some basic facts about mosquitoes are important. Female mosquitoes require a blood meal — biting a person or pet — prior to laying eggs. Water is required for the larval and pupal stages of development, so eggs are usually laid on standing water. The amount needed is tiny; an empty bottle cap will do. The larval and pupal stages last around seven days, and the lifespan of an adult mosquito is two to four weeks. Controlling adult mosquitoes can be challenging. Electrical and ultrasonic repelling devices have not proven effective. Due to the short lifespan of mosquitoes, insecticidal sprays and fogging provide only temporary control, and they can be lethal to pollinators and toxic to people and pets. An integrated mosquito management plan utilizes multiple strategies to ensure a healthy, balanced ecosystem to keep mosquito populations in check. Since mosquitoes require water to develop, eliminating water sources for larval and pupal development is an effective option. Remove all standing water, such as from trays under potted plants, gutters, downspouts, tarps and tires. Change the water in pet bowls and bird baths at least once a week to interrupt larval development. Buckets filled with water can also be scattered around the yard as an attractive place for females to lay their eggs, and a biologically based larvicide (“mosquito dunks”) placed in the bucket prevents larval development. Mosquitoes are a food source for birds and beneficial insects, so a layered landscape with trees, shrubs, ground covers and pollinator plants will establish habitats for birds, dragonflies and other insect-eating animals. Bats can eat thousands of insects per night, so adding a bat house may also help control the adult mosquito population. Aromatic cedar mulch may also help keep mosquitoes away from your yard, and a mosquito is no match for a well-placed porch or patio fan. Mosquitoes target their victims by tracking body heat and the carbon dioxide we exhale. They can be repelled
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A collection of potted herbs, marigolds, lemon thyme, oregano, English lavender and lavender cotton. I took this photo in Budapest and confirmed the plants by smell, touch or my plant app. I was familiar with all except lavender cotton. These highly aromatic varieties help mask human odors to deter biting pests in outdoor seating areas. by strong herbal and citrus scents that mask human odor. Plants with strong fragrances can be planted in flower beds or containers around seating areas, doors and windows to repel mosquitoes. Here is a list of common mosquitorepelling plants: • Perennial herbs: Lavender, lemon thyme, lemon balm, rosemary, sage and mint. The leaves of these plants must be crushed to release the plant oils and scent. After testing for skin sensitivities, the crushed leaves can be rubbed on arms, legs and the neck to spread the scent. Sprigs of sage, rosemary and lemon thyme can also be burned on a grill or added to a fire pit to disperse the scent. • Basil: An annual herb that repels flies and mosquitoes without its leaves being crushed. As a bonus, the leaves are great for making pesto. • Flowering perennials: Catnip and monarda, or bee balm, have fragrances that tend to repel mosquitoes while attracting beneficial pollinators. Allium is a flowering perennial bulb with a garlic or onion scent.
• Annuals: Marigolds act as a natural mosquito repellent because they contain pyrethrum, a compound used in commercial pesticides. Both the flowers and the crushed leaves are fragrant. Scented geraniums are a fragrant annual for beds but can be toxic to skin. The citronella plant on its own has little effect, although the oil from its leaves may act as a repellent. Nasturtium leaves and flowers have a peppery scent. All these plants should be regularly maintained and trimmed, as new growth is more aromatic than old. Ultimate control relies on staying one step ahead of the mosquito breeding cycle. A few strategic adjustments to your landscape drainage and plant choices will ensure your backyard remains a sanctuary for your family rather than a haven for pests. Happy Gardening! North Fulton Master Gardeners, Inc. is a Georgia nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization whose purpose is to educate its members and the public in the areas of horticulture and ecology in order to promote and fos-
ter community enrichment. Master Gardener Volunteers are trained and certified by The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension. Learn more at nfmg.net. Previous Garden Buzz columns are featured at https://appenmedia.com/opinion/columnists/garden_buzz/.
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This week’s “Garden Buzz” guest columnist is Anne Wiskind, a Master Gardner since 2024. She is a life-long gardener with an active interest in protecting pollinators and encouraging biologic diversity. Anne does most of her gardening at her lake house in Blairsville, Georgia. She is appreciative of her mentors in the North Fulton County Master Gardeners.
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Soccer: Continued from Page 1 The event drew families from across the region, some of whom timed their trip to coincide with World Cup action in Atlanta. Mercedes-Benz Stadium is hosting eight tournament matches this summer, beginning June 15 and running through the semifinal on July 15. The Hein family traveled from Warner Robins for the watch party after learning about it through an email from Georgia Soccer. They were also in town for a FIFA match in Atlanta the following day. "Good to let the kids run around, get some food and attend their first FIFA World Cup watch party," said Liz Hein. Jenny Bulot brought her children to the event to trade FIFA World Cup stickers, a popular pastime among young fans during the tournament. Nicola Hancock, who is originally from England, brought her family — visiting from England — to the watch party because they are avid soccer fans. Local businesses also used the event as an opportunity for community engagement. Haley Lenker, operations manager at the Bonnie Smith Group, one of the event's sponsors, said her team came out to support the cause and connect with attendees. "We are here to promote the business, trade stickers and watch the game," Lenker said. The Bonnie Smith Group and Nothing Bundt Cakes also sponsored the event alongside the presenting sponsor, the Reid Casey Team. A second "Goals on the Green" watch party is planned for the World Cup final on Sunday, July 19, in the same 1-5 p.m. window at Crabapple Green, with the same cohosts. The finalists have yet to be determined. — Photos by Stanley Leary
From left, Jack, Katie and Julie Bulot, and Lennon, Madelyn, Sullivan and Cameyn McGuire sit in the shade enjoying refreshments June 19 at Crabapple Green in Milton..
Families enjoy pregame activities June 19 at Crabapple Green in Milton.
A drone shot from behind the big screen shows attendees with their lawn chairs set up to watch the U.S. men’s national team take on Australia June 19.
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From left, John and Haley Lenker, Keily Marinez and her son, Alex, and Marcella Simons and her son, Daniel, trade duplicate World Cup stickers at the Bonnie Smith Group tent June 19 at Crabapple Green in Milton.
From left, Nicola Hancock, of Milton, and her niece and nephew, Holly and Henry Midwinter, visiting from England, order popsicles from Brian White of King of Pops on June 19 at Crabapple Green in Milton. The official FIFA World Cup sticker books were a popular item among attendees June 19 at Crabapple Green in Milton.
A drone view from the side shows the crowd gathered on Crabapple Green, with Crabapple Market visible in the background, as fans watch the U.S. men’s national team face Australia.
From left, Kathy Wishart, Brigit Magin, and Tara and Ivan Smith take in the game from lawn chairs June 19 at Crabapple Green in Milton.
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City of Milton 2006 Heritage Walk Milton, GA 30004 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING EXTENDED MORATORIUM Notice is hereby given that the Milton City Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at Milton City Hall, 2006 Heritage Walk, Milton, Georgia, to consider a resolution extending, for up to 180 days, the existing moratorium on the acceptance of applications for rezoning, land disturbance permits, building permits, special use permits, conditional use permits, business licenses, certificates of occupancy, and other permits related to the placement, siting, construction, establishment, expansion, or operation of data centers. The proposed extension is to allow the City time to consider, draft, and adopt amendments to the Unified Development Code and City Code that may affect the regulation of data centers within the City of Milton. All City of Milton residents and any other interested or affected persons are invited and encouraged to attend and be heard. City Council of Milton
Request for Proposals Merchandise Screen Printing and Sales for City Events RFP NUMBER 26-PRO2 Proposal Due Date: July 16, 2026, by 2:00PM Local Time Electronic submission via: https://www.miltonga.gov/government/finance/bidsrfps Names for submissions received will be publicly announced via a virtual bid opening July 16, 2026 at approximately 2:30 PM at the City of Milton City Hall located at 2006 Heritage Walk, Milton, GA 30004. The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals. If the contract is awarded, it will be awarded to the highest scoring Offeror whose proposal meets the requirements and criteria set forth in the request for proposals. The City of Milton is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide on-site t-shirt production and sales for City events. Primarily the service will be for the City's annual Crabapple Fest event; however, the City has the right to utilize this service for other City event. The initial contract term will be two months, expiring on October 30, 2026, with the option for three (3) automatic annual renewals through October 30, 2029. The purpose of this RFP is to select a qualified thirdparty vendor to produce and screen print t-shirts and other merchandise onsite, manage inventory, and handle all merchandise sales during City events. Crabapple Fest, the City's primary and largest event, is held annually on the first Saturday in October. All qualified proposals will receive consideration without regard to age, handicap, religion, creed or belief, political affiliation, race, color, sex, or national origin. The request for electronic proposals for RFP 26-PR02, Merchandise Screen Printing and Sales for City Events will be posted on the following websites the week of June 25, 2026: https://www.miltonga.gov/government/finance/bids-rfps and https://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/gpr/
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Milton City Council will hold a public hearing for the applications for alcohol licenses listed below on Monday, July 6, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers on the First Floor of City Hall located at 2006 Heritage Walk, Milton, Georgia 30004. All interested persons are encouraged to attend the public hearing. PH-26-AB-06 – Pete’s Meats LLC dba The New York Butcher Shoppe & Wine Bar has submitted an application for an Off-Premises License for Wine, Malt Beverages, Craft Beer, Craft Wine, and Sunday Sales at its place of business located at 12635 Crabapple Road, Suite 120, Milton, Georgia 30004. PH-26-AB-07 – Milton Chevron Inc dba Extra Mile Chevron for a license to sell Wine and Malt Beverages for Retail Package Sales, and for Sunday Sales of same, at its place of business located at 13625 Arnold Mill Road, Roswell, Georgia 30075 (located within Milton City limits).
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A girl waves an American flag as she dances to music by Davis and the Love at Roswell Area Park July 4.
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Roswell crowd celebrates America’s 249th birthday By SARAH COYNE sarah@appenmedia.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Food trucks, live music and fireworks were on the menu for America’s birthday in Roswell. A crowd of over 1,000 piled into Roswell Area Park July 4 to celebrate America’s 249th birthday.
Kendall and John Hill travelled from East Cobb to bring their two little ones to the show. “The kids love it,” John Hill said. Baseball fields and multi-use fields were filled with families and friends awaiting the firework show at dusk.
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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The heart of the holiday was shining through the music, food and fun of Creek’s Juneteenth celebration. As the sun set on a warm Saturday evening, Midway grandmother Matilda Riles sat in a lawnchair, watching her grandchildren play on the park lawn amid the sound of booming live music and mouthwatering aroma of food trucks. Before the fun started, Riles, who attended with three generations of family, educated the kids about the reason for Juneteenth. “It's a point in time when enslaved people no longer had to be enslaved, and certain places did not relay the message at the time that it should have been relayed,” Riles said. “And, therefore this is a celebration as to when the final group of people were told you no longer had to be enslaved.” Several thousand visitors descended on the city’s annual celebration at Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, doubling last year’s attendance. The celebration resembled a giant block party with live music performances, chatting neighbors, plenty of food and rows of arts and craft vendors.
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The perfect biscuit is like a warm hug, said Brandy White, owner of Sawnee Mountain Biscuit Company. “It kind of warms your soul,” White said. “It feels like home to me.” Since 2001, the Sawnee Mountain Biscuit has operated out of a renovated mobile home at 104 13th St., serving perfect pillowy biscuits wrapped around eggs, cheese, bacon and other breakfast staples. With dozens of items on the menu, the restaurant features other tasty offerings from French toast to a house-made pimento cheese. Tucked into a sleepy neighborhood on the edge of Cumming, Sawnee Mountain Biscuit might easily be taken as another house, but locals say the squat, blue-clapboard building is one of the town’s best breakfast spots. Over the decades, the restaurant has earned a cult following in Cumming and the north Atlanta area, serving as many as 400 orders some mornings.
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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office is working to complete converting an old elementary school into a law enforcement training center. Since October, the training center has hosted a public safety academy as part of a partnership between the sheriff’s office and University of North Georgia. The academy, funded by the
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make changes to water heaters. The sheriff’s office wants to install showers and locker rooms at the building at 4805 Atlanta Highway, Heagerty said. The improvements are important because exercise and physical conditioning are essential in maintaining capable deputies, he said. The building already houses classrooms, meeting rooms, a cafeteria,
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ATLANTA — The Fulton County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to restore funding for a program within the Arts & Culture Department to $3 million a year Sept. 17. While the unanimous vote reflects unity and bipartisanship, some commissioners criticized colleagues for the delay. The item, sponsored by Democratic commissioners Khadijah AbdurRahman and Marvin Arrington Jr. and Republican commissioners Bob Ellis and Bridget Thorne, includes an increase of $1.7 million for a previously requested program and its full $3 million in funding set aside in the 2026 budget.
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Front center, Ann Hanlon, executive director of the Perimeter Community Improvement Districts, holds the ribbon for phase one of the Ashford Dunwoody Road path April 3 while City Councilman Tom Lambert, front right, gets ready to cut it. The Perimeter CIDs and Dunwoody split the project’s $1.5 million construction cost.
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ATLANTA — Fulton County Jail employee has been indicted in federal court for allegedly using excessive force against prisoners. The 47-year-old sergeant is accused of repeatedly using tasers on compliant, nonresisting pre-trial detainees on three occa-
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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Thousands filled Wills Park to celebrate July 4 with a bang. Hours before darkness fell, friends and families filled the park’s lawns, Equestrian Center, trails and athletic fields. Everywhere, children played, cartwheeling, running, tossing balls and waving glow sticks. Alpharettan Lindsey Landis, her husband, two children and two dogs were part the crowd, passing the golden hour on a blanket laid out on the grass.
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DUNWOODY, Ga. — Dunwoody elected officials, city staff and Perimeter Community Improvement Districts Executive Director Ann Hanlon cut the ribbon April 3 on phase one of the Ashford Dunwoody Road path. “We’re super proud to partner with the city of Dunwoody on building this trail project,” Hanlon
said. “And we’ll look forward to many more phases to come.” A little over two years ago, the group gathered at the same spot near the corner of Ashford Dunwoody Road and Hammond Drive for phase one’s groundbreaking. Phase one of the corridor’s path includes a two-way raised cycle track separated from traffic by a wide landscape buffer
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DUNWOODY, Ga. — The City of Dunwoody is streamlining development rules and updating its vision for the city’s future as part of a state-mandated overhaul. City officials and representatives from consulting firm TSW Design, which was tasked with creating a plan, gave a two-hour presentation about the changes April 1 during a special meeting at Vintage Pizzeria on Chamblee Dunwoody Road. Residents received and discussed the creation of a unified development ordinance and changes to the city’s comprehensive plan. Dunwoody is updating its comprehensive plan as part of a state mandate that requires an overhaul every five years, said Allison Stewart-Harris, an associate principal and planner at TSW. Stewart-Harris presented the changes to about 30 residents who attended the meeting.
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SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Sandy Springs contractors are set to begin work in September on realigning the intersection of Boylston and Hammond drives and removing a redundant traffic light. The city says work will last around 15 months, and the intersection will remain open during construction, but there will be occasional lane closures so crews can get the work done safely. Initially, city officials expected the project
to begin in mid-August. No explanation was given. Currently, there are two separate sets of traffic lights less than 100 feet away from one another, one at the Hammond Glen Retirement Community’s driveway and another at the office building next door. The new configuration will shift Boylston Drive to the east, aligning it with the Hammond Glen driveway and eliminating the traffic light at the driveway to the office building at 325 Hammond Drive.
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