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Pair indicted in murder of grandparents 19-year-old Rider may face death penalty

her grandparents after they killed the elderly couple.

“They broke into her grandparents house and, over a period of Wendy and Randall Bjorge. couple had been dead for about

BY CAILIN O’BRIEN of time, killed both the grandDistrict Attorney Danny Porter a week. cailin.obrien@gwinnettdailypost.com mother and the grandfather,” told the Daily Post the county Warrants allege that Cassandra Gwinnett County prosecutors Porter said. “And then (they) plans to seek the death penalty Bjorge and Rider had kicked, may seek the death penalty for stayed in the house for a period for Rider. He said Bjorge isn’t el- punched and beaten her grandJohnny Cassandra the boyfriend accused of killing of time and sealed it up. They igible for the death penalty, since parents with a tire iron. They’re Rider Bjorge taped up the windows and things his girlfriend’s grandparents with she’s not yet 18 years old. accused of finishing the job by her in April.

Police found Cassandra stabbing the elderly couple in the the indictment stem from the fact to prevent discovery of the On Thursday, Johnny Rider, Bjorge’s grandparents dead in throats. that Cassandra Bjorge and Rider body.”

19, and Cassandra Bjorge, 17, their home off Furlong Run in And they didn’t run away. Por- were allegedly in and out of the See INDICTMENT, Page 6A were both indicted in the murder the early hours of April 9. The ter said many of the charges in house that she once shared with

Firefighters find woman dead in home

FROM STAFF REPORTS

Firefighters found the body of a 75-yearold woman inside a house that caught fire Wednesday afternoon.

Gwinnett County Firefighter Capt. Tommy Rutledge said the woman lived in the house, though investigators had not released her name as of Wednesday evening. He said she had injuries that were consistent with the fire, but the Gwinnett County Medical Examiner’s office will make the final determination on what caused her death.

Crews were called to the fire on the 1500 block of Brandon Square N.W. at 2:50 p.m. By the time they arrived at 2:55 p.m., the single-story, wood-frame house was engulfed in flames.

Within 30 minutes, firefighters had the flames under control, but the house was considered a total loss.

“Radiant heat from the blaze melted the vinyl siding on a neighboring house to the right,” Rutledge said.

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Summer selections

Kara Cowdrick, left, a teacher at Chesney Elementary in Duluth, talks about books with rising second-grader Erick Garcia during a weekly visit by the school’s bookmobile to Paramont Apartments. (Staff Photos: Keith Farner)

Duluth bookmobile aims to keep kids reading over break

BY KEITH FARNER

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Local student awake after sixth surgery Hebron’s Lockhart was injured in travel game, placed on life support

BY PAUL THOMAS

The Chesney Elementary bookmobile is something Erick Garcia looks forward to each week so he can pick up another book in the popular Goosebumps series.

“All the different books,” said Erick, a rising secondgrader, who added that he recently fell asleep reading a book late at night.

Erick also completed a sheet that summarized what he learned from a book and included some drawings of the characters in the book. For that, he received a prize and a Popsicle.

That scenario has played out each Wednesday this summer since the school year ended, and will continue throughout the summer in the Paramont and Bella Vista apartment complexes.

Chesney Elementary teacher Kara Cowdrick, who applied for a grant two years ago to Retired Gwinnett teacher Donna Agee helps Emily Perez check out books at a Wednesday stop support the bookmobile, said of the Chesney Elementary bookmobile at Paramont Apartments in Duluth. about 140 kids and parents showed up the first week of One of the retired teachers, have a way to get to the library.

MORE ONLINE the summer, and they’ve since Donna Agee, said it’s a fantas- You can tell who has read and Visit gwinnettdailypost.com averaged about 100 per week. tic program. who hasn’t.” for a photo gallery.

Cowdrick said they have more “It’s exactly what these kids The program is supported new kids coming each week, need,” she said. “They can read by a grant Cowdrick won and more regular attendees. A current teachers support the all summer, and it certainly for $7,500 from the Atlanta regular rotation of volunteers effort. About a dozen were on helps when they come back See READING, Page 6A of parents, retired teachers and hand Wednesday. in the fall. A lot of them don’t

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After his sixth surgery, following a baseball injury that put him on life support, Hebron Christian rising sophomore Jason Lockhart was able to be awakened on Wednesday according to a Facebook post from his sister, Sydney.

Lockhart is the 15-year-old son of former Atlanta Braves infielder, and current Chicago Cubs scout, Keith Lockhart.

Nearly two weeks ago, Jason was hit in the face by a baseball while playing in a travel tournament in South Carolina.

According to the family’s posts on

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Doctors performed a sixth surgery on Hebron Christian student Jason Lockhart after he was severely severely in a travel baseball game. (Photo via @SydneyLockhart on Twitter)

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County BOE names 2 GBI: Duluth fentanyl spill caused by faulty packaging elementary principals

BY CAILIN O’BRIEN

BY KEITH FARNER

pals Terry Watlington and Donna The Gwinnett County Ledford Board of Education apwere proved two principal aprecently pointments on Monday at announced Melanie Lee a specially called meeting as assisfollowing a millage rate tant superintendents at the public hearing. district office.

Melanie Lee, currently The appointments will an assistant principal at be effective Monday.

Norton Elementary, is the Lee has been assistant new principal of Norton, principal at Norton since Rachel Ernst, an assistant 2011, and previously was a principal at McConnell teacher at Gwin Oaks EleMiddle, is the new princimentary. Before education, pal of Starling Elementary she worked as an assistant School. Lee and Ernst will vice president at Bank of fill the principal vacancies America and a lead teller at created when sitting princi- the bank. keith.farner @gwinnettdailypost.com

Lee earned degrees from Brenau University and Lincoln Memorial Rachel Ernst University.

Ernst has been an assistant principal at McConnell since 2011, and was an assistant principal at Rosebud Elementary from 2009-11. She was a teacher at McConnell from 2003 through 2009.

Ernst holds degrees from Georgia State University, Brenau University and Lincoln Memorial University.

Fentanyl is one of the strongest opiate drugs on the cailin.obrien market and is often used for @gwinnettdailypost.com short-term, break-through The opioid drug spill that pain after surgery, according triggered a hazmat response to narconon.org. It’s also outside the Duluth Police frequently abused.

Department on Wednesday On Wednesday, Duluth was caused by faulty packag- police Officer Ted Sadowski ing, according to the Georgia said Duluth officers were Bureau of Investigation. driving the boxed-up drugs The GBI investigated to the headquarters from the the spill and concluded on GBI Crime Lab, where the Thursday that the fine furapowder had just been tested. nyl fentanyl powder leaked When they got back to the through the untaped corners department at about 1 p.m., and seams of the cardboard the officers checked the box it was being transported back of their cars and realin. ized the fentanyl had spilled.

Gwinnett fire units were called in to clean up the spill. The department was evacuated and the back parking lot blocked off.

On Thursday, the GBI announced that it “has modified lab procedures related to repackaging and return of drug evidence to ensure that this situation does not recur,” according to a press release.

“These procedures include enhanced sealing and new containment protocols,” according to the release.

“Return of drug evidence has resumed.”

Contract to reconfigure, reopen Langley Drive at GJAC OK’d

BY CURT YEOMANS curt.yeomans @gwinnettdailypost.com

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After years of Langley Drive being closed in front of the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center, the facility is getting its roadway back.

Sort of.

County commissioners approved a $1.93 million contract with Multiplex LLC to reconfigure Langley Drive in front of the center so it can be reopened as a two-lane road. There will be one lane of traffic in each direction located approximately where the two closest existing lanes to the veterans monument and plaza are located.

There will also be a dropoff area for pedestrians, as well as a handicap parking area near the building. Improved parking lot entrances, a new plaza and replaced sidewalks, walkways and pavers will also be part of the work.

County officials said they

Barriers block drivers from continuing on Langley Drive in front of the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center in Lawrenceville. After years of the roadway being closed in front of the center, commissioners have approved a contract to reconfigure and reopen Langley Drive. (Staff Photo: Curt Yeomans)

expect the work will take six months to complete. It will take place at the same time that work on the GJAC expansion and new parking deck is built on the backside of the building.

Commissioner John Heard cast the lone vote against the contract. He told Chairwoman Charlotte Nash that he would have liked to

have seen a larger pool of bidders.

County officials wrote in documents provided to commissioners that there was a limited amount of contractors whose schedules were open enough to take on the work because of “the complexity of this project and increased demand for hardscape projects.”

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Teens accused in tasering, burning, rape of woman 8:39 p.m.

The girl is being held at the Three teens are acRockdale cused of tasing, raping and Youth pouring boiling water on a Detention Norcross woman while one Center.

Francisco of her children watched last About Palencia month. two weeks “Additional arrests may earlier, the Gwinnett be forthcoming,” said County Sheriff’s DepartGwinnett County police ment arrested Doraville Cpl. Deon Washington. resident Josue RamirezOn Tuesday, Gwinnett Aguilar, 19, in connection County police arrested with the same crime. He Norcross resident Franwas booked into Gwinnett cisco Palencia, 17, and a County jail June 15 at 1:47 15-year-old girl in conp.m. nection with the crime.

The crime the three teens Palencia was booked into are accused of began with a Gwinnett County jail at break-in.

BY CAILIN O’BRIEN

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A woman returned to her Norcross home after work at 2:50 a.m. May Josue 12, carRamirezrying her Aguilar two young children, according to a police report. One was in a portable car seat, the other she carried under her arm.

When she got inside, she set the kids down, locked the front door and walked into her living room. That’s where the night’s normalcy ended.

The woman told police

she could see two men wearing dark clothes and ski masks standing in her kitchen. She described one as short and skinny. The other reportedly had a tall, thick build.

“The two males were armed with Tasers and approached (her),” according to the police report.

She said the men shocked her with the Tasers multiple times as they pushed her in the direction of the bedroom. She said she tried to resist and tried to get back to her children.

That’s when the taller man poured two pots of boiling water on her neck and left shoulder, according

to the report and warrants.

Then, the shorter man pushed her into the bedroom and demanded she take off her clothes. “(She) complied with the male’s demands out of fear for what could be done to her children,” according to the report.

One of the kids then followed the woman and the shorter man into the bedroom. The child was forced to watch as the man raped the mother and forced her to perform sexual favors, according to warrants.

During the sexual assault, the two men talked to each other, according to the report. They eventually

came to the consensus that they needed to leave the apartment.

The woman locked the door behind them and called the police.

It’s unclear precisely what roles police believe Palencia, Ramirez-Aguilar and the 15-year-old girl played in the assault. But Washington said all three have been charged with home invasion, kidnapping, rape, aggravated battery, aggravated sodomy and felony cruelty to children.

Both Palencia and Ramirez-Aguilar are being held in Gwinnett County jail without bond as of Wednesday evening.

Judge tosses Hunter’s ethics challenge Cops: Man tried to of elected members, curt.yeomans rather than @gwinnettdailypost.com acting as The ongoing saga the final involving Commissioner arbiter, Tommy Hunter and his the ethics comments on Facebook board Tommy took a new turn Wednesand the Hunter day when a Gwinnett ordinance County judge threw out creating it are not constihis legal challenge to the tutionally infirm,” Conner ethics board that recomwrote in her decision on mended his reprimand.

Wednesday.

Superior Court Judge The decision was a Melodie Snell Conner’s major win for the ethics ruling was a blow to the process set up in 2011, Hunter camp’s assertion in the wake of scandals that the ethics complaint involving other Gwinnett filed against him by commissioners who ended Atlanta resident Nancie up in jail or had to resign Turner and, indeed, the under clouds of suspicion. county’s entire ethics pro- This was the first time that cess was unconstitutional. ethics process had to be That process resulted in a used against a member of recommendation that the the commission.

Board of Commissioners “We are pleased that the publicly reprimand Hunter, judge has deemed our Ethwhich it did last week. ics Committee and Ethics “Since the Board of Policy to be constitutionEthics serves merely as an al,” commission Chairinvestigatory function in woman Charlotte Nash making a recommendation said in a statement. “While to the Gwinnett County we certainly believed this Board of Commissioners, was the case, it is good to a public body comprised have confirmation through

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the Court’s decision.”

The legal challenge was a sign of how complicated the controversy surrounding Hunter has become over the last six months.

It began breaking news in January regarding Hunter’s social media comments, which included calling U.S. Rep. John Lewis a “racist pig” and referring to Democrats as “Demonrats” and “Libtards,” and quickly led to protests at commission meetings.

Hunter eventually began leaving commission meetings at the beginning of the public comment periods, meaning he did not hear the comments made by the protesters, who continue to speak at the meetings.

The ethics complaint was filed in early February and while the process allowed for Hunter’s involvement, including appointing someone to represent him on the ethics board and filing a response to Turner’s ethics complaint, he did not do those things. He hired attorney Dwight Thomas to

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represent him at the ethics hearing, but not until the day before the hearing was held.

Thomas filed the legal challenge, which eventually included members of the ethics board, the county and Hunter’s colleagues on the Board of Commissioners as defendants. The ethics board recommended Hunter be reprimanded, and the commission agreed to the recommendation June 20, ordering the reprimand be posted on the county’s website and at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center.

They also ordered it be run in the Daily Post, which is the county’s legal organ. The reprimand was published as a legal notice in the newspaper on Wednesday.

But, while Conner’s decision may look like a defeat for Hunter, his spokesman, Seth Weathers, said he is not giving up.

“They call them activist judges for a reason,” Weathers said. “We were prepared for this and will be moving forward with additional legal measures.

If they think they can deter us or make this go away, they are badly mistaken.”

BY CAILIN O’BRIEN

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A Duluth man tried to drive — and then run — away from officers who pulled him over after he reportedly failed to stop at a stop sign last week.

Michael Jenkins, 32, was driving a green Honda Accord when he failed to stop at the sign June 21, according to a Duluth Police Department Facebook post. An officer pulled him over, but Jenkins drove away as soon as the officer got out of his car. “(The officer) gave chase for a brief time and due to traffic congestion and knowing the suspect’s vehicle tag, he cut the chase off,” according to the post.

But Jenkins wasn’t in the clear yet. A few minutes later, more Duluth officers found him walking down the street and recognized him as the man in the car chase.

“The male’s shirt was completely drenched in sweat from running

and (he) refused to cooperate with officers,” according to the Facebook Michael post.

Jenkins Officers searched Jenkins’ pockets and found the key to a Honda.

“The suspect said the keys weren’t his and refused to cooperate,” according to the post.

Officers drove around until they found the green Honda Accord. The key unlocked its door.

Duluth police booked Jenkins into Gwinnett County jail at 6:39 p.m.

June 21. He’s charged with nine traffic offenses and three misdemeanors.

He’s also been charged with two felonies including fleeing or eluding police and drug possession.

Jenkins was also wanted out of Fulton County for an outstanding warrant.

“Chalk one up for the good guys,” according to the Facebook post.

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CURRENT 2017 TAX DIGEST AND 5-YEAR HISTORY OF LEVY GRAYSON REAL & PERSONAL MOTOR VEHICLES MOBILE HOMES UTILITY HEAVY DUTY EQUIPMENT GROSS DIGEST LESS EXEMPTIONS NET DIGEST NET MILLAGE NET TAXES LEVIED NET TAXES $ INCREASE NET TAXES % INCREASE

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115,040,440 8,014,470 3,560 1,154,600

121,659,230 3,945,700 117,713,530

124,213,070 2,864,630 121,348,440

124,879,960 7,092,920 3,560 1,220,200 51,150 133,247,790 2,969,205 130,278,585

139,409,630 5,057,440 3,560 1,224,440 23,800 145,718,870 12,535,595 133,183,275

163,262,350 3,890,090 1,440 1,113,720 59,400 168,327,000 3,811,886 164,515,114

192,961,868 2,954,090 1,440 1,130,840 28,480 197,076,718 5,225,995 191,850,723

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Pursuant to the requirements of OCGA Section 48-5-32 the City of Grayson does hereby publish the following presentation of the current year tax digest and levy along with the history of the tax digest and levy for the past 5 years.

The Mayor and Council of the City of Grayson will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, July 10, 2017 at 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM to receive comments and on Monday, July 17, 2017 at 7:00 PM to adopt the Millage Rate at Grayson City Hall, 475 Grayson parkway, Grayson, GA 30017.

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PRESS RELEASE ANNOUNCING A PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX INCREASE THE CITY OF GRAYSON TODAY ANNOUNCES ITS INTENTION TO INCREASE THE PROPERTY TAXES IT WILL LEVY THIS YEAR BY SIXTEEN POINT SIX ONE PERCENT (16.61%) Each year the Gwinnett County board of assessors is required to review the assessed value for property tax purposes of taxable property in the county. When the trend of prices on properties that have recently sold in the county indicate there has been an increase in the fair market value of any specific property, the board of tax assessors is required by law to redetermine the value of such property and increase the assessment. This is called reassessment.

When the total digest of taxable property is prepared, Georgia Law requires that a rollback millage rate must be computed that will produce the same total revenue on the current year’s new digest that last year’s millage rate would have produced had no reassessments occurred.

The City of Grayson has elected to set the millage rate at 2.10 mills, which is a millage rate higher than the rollback millage rate. Therefore, before the City of Grayson may finalize the tentative budget and set a final millage rate, Georgia Law requires that three public hearings be held to allow the public an opportunity to express their opinions on this increase.

ALL CONCERNED CITIZENS ARE INVITED TO THE PUBLIC HEARINGS ON THIS TAX INCREASE TO BE HELD AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS AT THE INDICATED TIMES: GRAYSON CITY HALL 475 GRAYSON PARKWAY JULY 10, 2017 AT 9:00 AM JULY 10, 2017 AT 6:00 PM JULY 17, 2017 AT 7:00 PM

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Cramp may have caused blood veseel to rupture Dear Dr. roacH: Several months ago, I was just relaxing, watching a movie at home, when suddenly I got a tremendous pain in my inner left thigh. I tried to walk, thinking it was a bad cramp, but the pain was so intense that I almost passed out. This lasted for only a few minutes (but it felt like an hour). The next day, the area was very sore and tender to the touch. By afternoon, discoloration had begun. I saw my physician two days later, and by that time it had a bruise larger than my hand. I was immediately directed to a radiology center, where they determined that there were no blood clots. My doctor advised that, apparently, a blood vessel had burst. I am wondering how common this is, and if I should expect a recurrence. I would not wish such pain on anyone!

— Anon. aNsWer: I see this occasionally. It’s possible that the initial pain was the blood vessel, but I suspect that the muscle cramp came first, and the muscle fibers pulled so hard that they literally tore the tissue, allowing for bleeding into the muscle. Bleeding into a muscle can be very painful, but the blood will eventually find its way out of the muscle, at which point it will show up as a bruise.

I suspect that the damage was somewhat higher on the leg than where the bruise was initially, as gravity pulls the blood downward. The bruise will gradually change colors (from dark red to green to yellow to brown) as the blood is digested and absorbed by the tissue macrophages (cells that eat what doesn’t belong).

Dear Dr. roacH: I have been on Valtrex to prevent outbreaks of genital herpes. I went to get the shingles vaccine, but they told me that the Valtrex would kill the vaccine immediately. They wanted me to stay off the Valtrex for at least three months and then get the vaccine; I couldn’t take that chance, for fear of a herpes outbreak. My own doctor told me I need only three weeks, but I still didn’t get the vaccine. I know the vaccine will not prevent shingles, but it would make it less severe. What do you recommend?

— C.B.V. aNsWer: The shingles vaccine contains a weakened form of the varicella-zoster virus, which causes both chickenpox and its recurrence, shingles. Acyclovir and the related drugs valacyclovir (Valtrex) and famciclovir (Famvir) prevent the virus from replicating, and are likely to render the vaccine ineffective. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, these drugs should not be taken for 24 hours before the vaccine or for two weeks afterward.

I would recommend getting the shingles vaccine, as an outbreak of genital herpes is unlikely in that short period of time for most people. Plus, the reduction in risk of getting shingles in the first place (it does have some benefit) and the reduction in severity, but also — and most importantly — the reduction in the risk of painful neuropathy after shingles is worth this risk of an outbreak, in my opinion.

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TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1934, the “Night of the Long Knives,” a series of murders ordered by Adolf Hitler to eliminate his political rivals, began in Germany.

In 1936, Margaret Mitchell’s “Gone With the Wind” was published.

In 1966, the National Organization for Women was formed.

In 1982, the proposed Equal Rights Amendment, designed to guarantee equal rights for women, failed when its ratification deadline passed.

In 2007, an SUV loaded with propane canisters exploded in a terrorist attack at Glasgow airport in Scotland.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: Czeslaw Milosz (1911-2004), poet/essayist; Lena Horne (1917-2010), singer; Paul Berg (1926- ), biochemist; Robert Ballard (1942- ), oceanographer;

David Alan Grier (1956- ), actor; Vincent D’Onofrio (1959- ), actor; Mike Tyson (1966- ), boxer; Monica Potter (1971- ), actress; Matisyahu (1979- ), rapper; Lizzy Caplan (1982), actress; Michael Phelps (1985- ), Olympic swimmer.

TODAY’S FACT: In 1953, the first Chevrolet Corvette was produced at the General Motors plant in Flint, Mich.

TODAY’S SPORTS: In 1994, Tonya Harding was stripped of the national figure skating championship title and banned for life from the sport for planning an attack that injured rival skater Nancy Kerrigan.

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Friend breaks ‘girl code’ — now what?

Dear amy: I recently left a relationship with a man who was emotionally and financially controlling and frequently verbally aggressive toward me, complete with expletives and a physical threat. After we broke up, he would send me endless text messages and emails, calling me an evil whore.

Less than a week after I ended things, my best friend of six years (and current roommate) had sex with him. I came home unannounced to find him in our house; this led me to have an anxiety attack.

She tends to get blinders when it comes to male attention, and he can be very charming (and manipulative) when he wants to be.

She’s hanging out with him 24/7.

I do not feel comfortable. I’d like to have her in my life, but honestly, I feel betrayed.

Is there any way to salvage this friendship while keeping my ex out of the picture?

— Discouraged Dear DiscourageD: I can’t imagine why you would want to continue a friendship with someone who regularly and willfully puts you in the path of someone who has been so mean to you.

Your roommate has made a choice. You should be honest with her about the effect her choice had on you.

Don’t expect her to

complain about “all of these lazy people,” and about how rude people are.

I believe that when you offer to host a party, you should take care of everything and if you want help, ask for it, but I do not expect people to come and work. What’s your take?

Amy Dickinson — Jim in Virginia Dear Jim: I’m with break up with him, but do you, overall. But this your best to avoid both of probably won’t help to them. solve the problem in your Dear amy: My wife household. and I love to have people So here’s a little admisover. We often offer to sion of my own: Not too host parties for friends’ long ago, a family member birthdays, kids’ sports of mine pointed out that teams, etc. while I seem to enjoy I believe that when you being generous, I would host a party, you really then complain about the should not expect your personal toll and stress of guests to do anything being a perpetual hostess. except show up and have a Basically, the message good time. was, “If you’re going to There are times when offer, then don’t complain people offer to bring when people take you up something, and we either on it. Otherwise, don’t accept the offer or not. offer!”

My wife gets very upset Your wife is obviously if guests do not jump out stressed by the effort these of their chairs to help put large gatherings require. food out or take out the You should tell her that trash during the party. because she always seems She gets so upset that so unhappy during and the party becomes a source after these parties, it might of stress for her. She will be best to take a break make it quite obvious that from large-scale entertainshe is unhappy during the ing. party.

Although it is always She will even start polite for a guest to offer cleaning up in the middle their help, a host should of the party to “get a head not expect guests to leap start,” but to me that is up, unbidden, to clear and telling your guests it is clean. time to go.

The next time you host After the party she will a gathering, you should

Ask Amy

tell her that she will be your guest and that you will handle the hosting duties. And then — do it.

Ask a guest (or your children) for help if you need it, and let your wife see what it’s like to enjoy your own party.

An additional suggestion is to hire a teenager to help, so you can both have an extra pair of hands to assist.

Dear amy: Your advice to “Pal,” who was uncomfortable with a friend inviting himself over, was way off. You suggested he make his wife the “fall guy.” I have been the “fall guy” many times, and it just makes me look like a selfish shrew. Plus, that is passive-aggressive.

Why can’t he just be straightforward and say, “Sounds great, but maybe another time?”

— No Fall Gal Dear gal: I was being (somewhat) sardonic. Mainly, I wanted “Pal” to emphasize to his friend that he is not the only person affected by a visit. Thank you for your perspective.

You can contact Amy Dickinson via email: askamy@amydickinson.com.

Readers may send postal mail to Amy Dickinson, c/o Tribune Content Agency LLC., 16650 Westgrove Drive, Suite 175, Addison, TX 75001. You can also follow her on Twitter @ askingamy or “like” her on Facebook.

Don’t labor over the things you cannot change. Concentrate on your relationships with loved ones, the subjects you want to pursue and the knowledge and experience you wish to gain. Keep your life simple by avoiding conflict and complexity.

CANCER (June 21July 22) — Problems at home or work will escalate if you overreact or must deal with someone who is acting irrationally.

Look inward and rely on the people you deem honest and responsible.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Stay on top of what’s going on around you.

Avoid getting involved in other people’s affairs.

Stick to what you know, and take care of your responsibilities first and foremost.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept.

22) — Concentrate on how you can make positive changes that will help you get ahead.

Don’t worry about the actions of others if they don’t affect you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Keep a steady pace and a poker face as you deal with others.

Too much of anything will cost you one way or another. Keep the peace and maintain equilibrium.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24Nov. 22) — You’ll be tempted by outside influences. Refuse to get involved in something that you don’t like just to fit in. An honest approach to life will bring the best results.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — If you want change, be the one to make it happen. Being an instigator instead of a complainer will result in greater satisfaction and a higher profile.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Look at something objectively before signing up. You are best off taking baby steps if you want to avoid getting into something too deep too soon.

Time is on your side.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Look for alternative options if you face a roadblock. Relying on experience and calling in favors will help you bypass someone or something that has the potential to ruin your plans.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — Don’t hold back when dealing with demanding people or someone trying to dump responsibilities in your lap. Speak up and offer alternative solutions if you want to avoid being taken for granted.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) — Too much of anything will lead to trouble, loss and arguments. Consider the consequences before you engage in a conversation with someone you know you aren’t going to agree with.

TAURUS (April 20May 20) — Express your feelings and explore your relationship options. Whether someone is a business or personal connection, taking the time to get to know him or her better will pay off.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — Fixing up your space to better suit your needs will make you feel better about moving forward at your own speed.

Adjust to what you can afford and lower your overhead.

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Trump again shines a light on his ego WASHINGTON — If you want to look at the bright side of things, at least we’ve learned that the nation can survive for half a year without a sane, functioning presidency.

We’ve had nothing of the sort since Inauguration Day. The man who works in the Oval Office is a walking, talking, tweeting advertisement for Ritalin and perhaps some calming, therapeutic activity such as yoga. We are fortunate, in a sense, that President Trump’s lack of focus and his anger-management issues keep getting in the way of his policy agenda, given that the agenda is so wrongheaded. But that is an awfully thin silver lining in a very thick cloud.

As I’ve written before, I’m not qualified to assess Trump’s mental health. But there are moments when it would be dishonest not to raise questions about his stability. If the commander in chief of the most powerful military force in history has a problem with impulse control, the whole world has a problem.

Thursday morning, Trump wrote the following on Twitter: “I heard poorly rated @ Eugene Morning_Joe Robinson speaks badly of me (don’t watch anymore). Then how come low I.Q. Crazy Mika, along with Psycho Joe, came … to Mar-a-Lago 3 nights in a row around New Year’s Eve, and insisted on joining me. She was bleeding badly from a face-lift. I said no!”

The president was referring to Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough, co-hosts of MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” (a show on which I appear regularly). The viciousness and sexism of Trump’s very personal attack are obvious. That the president of the United States would say such things publicly is beyond disturbing. It’s downright scary.

To their credit, three Republican senators used Twitter to react quickly and appropriately.

Lindsey Graham (S.C.) wrote: “Mr. President, your tweet was beneath the office and represents what is wrong with American politics, not the greatness of America.” Susan Collins (Maine) tweeted: “This has to stop — we all have a job — 3 branches of gov’t and media. We don’t have to get along, but we must show respect and civility.” Ben Sasse (Neb.) added: “Please just stop. This isn’t normal and it’s beneath the dignity of your office.”

I take issue with one thing Sasse wrote: This sort of thing is normal for Trump. And the president demands that the whole White House follow suit.

Spokeswoman Sarah Huckabee Sanders was asked on Fox News about Trump’s “Morning Joe” screed and actually defended it. “Look, I don’t think that the president’s ever been someone who gets attacked and doesn’t push back,” she said. “There have been an outrageous number of personal attacks, not just to him but to frankly everyone around him. People on that show have personally attacked me many times.

This is a president who fights fire with fire and certainly will not be allowed to be bullied by liberal media and the liberal elites within the media or Hollywood or anywhere else.”

There is some political intention behind those words; Trump believes that attacking the “liberal media” and “elites” and “Hollywood” helps him with his base. But since he demands that his aides back him all the way, Huckabee Sanders couldn’t even allow that perhaps this time the president had gone too far.

One doesn’t need a degree in psychology to wonder if the president suffers from some deepseated insecurity. I can’t help but think about that Cabinet meeting earlier this month in which the top officials of our government, one by one, obsequiously told Trump what a “privilege” and a “blessing” it was to serve him. According to widespread news reports, Trump spends hours each day watching cable news and railing against his critics. He sees the various investigations into Russian meddling in the election as attacks on his legitimacy as president — yet what really undermines his legitimacy is his propensity to go off the rails.

What’s truly alarming is the self-defeating nature of Trump’s spasms. At the moment, he is trying desperately to get GOP senators to agree on a health care bill. Did a sexist attack against Brzezinski help him with Collins or Lisa Murkowski (Alaska) or Shelley Moore Capito (W.Va.), who happened to be on “Morning Joe” Thursday? Not on your life.

The obvious question: What happens if there is an international crisis and Trump’s delicate ego is threatened? Can those around him contain his worst instincts?

They’d better be able to. Not since Richard Nixon’s final days in the White House have I been so worried about a president’s grip on reality.

Eugene Robinson’s email address is eugenerobinson@washpost.com.

Two things are ailing health care WASHINGTON — The Senate health care bill, which was scuttled Tuesday until after July 4, was doomed by two narratives: Republicans are mean and poor people would be dropping like flies.

Assisting the opposition was none other than President Trump, who called the earlier version passed by the House “mean.” Trump met with Senate Republicans Tuesday afternoon to plot their move to repeal and replace Obamacare, which remains the GOP’s objective.

The “mean” meme was easy enough to embrace given the bill’s cuts to Medicaid, which provides coverage for the poor, disabled and elderly. Nearly two-thirds of nursing home residents are supported primarily by Medicaid.

Adding insult to injury, the Senate bill included tax cuts for the wealthy, while also promising higher insurance premiums (in the short term) for middle-income earners.

Get this: A family of four earning $56,800 a year would have seen annual premiums jump to $20,500, almost the same amount of a proposed tax cut for someone earning $1 million a year.

The image of the yachtsman polishing his brass fittings while children and elderly women tread water below springs to the minds of cartoonists and incumbents. Thus, a rising number of Republican senators were threatening to

Kathleen Parker vote “no” on their own party’s bill, which would have killed it.

While it’s true that those insurance rates for middleincome earners would go up for the first couple of years — by a lot — it’s also true that they’d soon thereafter drop to 30 percent lower than current rates. This is according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office, which on any given day is a brilliant economic oracle or the crazy bird lady with canaries in her hair.

The media have been mildly rabid ever since Republicans went into a secret cave somewhere to hammer out their ill-fated plan. They’ve slammed the GOP for proposing to dump 22 million people from insurance coverage, despite the fact that millions of those would likely be dropping themselves — self-deporting now that coverage would no longer be mandated, as it has been under Obamacare.

Otherwise, popular punditry doesn’t permit much discussion of details and tends to favor nibbly nuggets of non-

sense. I was surprised to hear MSNBC’s Joe Scarborough go death-squad on “Morning Joe” Tuesday, saying that “poor people are going to be locked out of their doctors’ offices.”

Obviously, he was speaking metaphorically, but such hyperbolic fulminations can become memes of their own.

Also rarely if ever mentioned, states already fund about 40 percent of Medicaid — and no one was forcing them to cut their programs, as James Capretta of the American Enterprise Institute pointed out. Moreover, the federal government will still spend about $5.2 trillion on Medicaid during the next decade.

The Senate bill, meanwhile, proposed spending money on reducing premiums so that insurance would attract younger, healthy people to stabilize the market.

Would this work? Clearly, it hasn’t under Obamacare.

Having the young and healthy sign up was crucial to the success of the Affordable Care Act. Since they would likely be infrequent consumers of health services, their premiums theoretically could defray the cost of treating pre-existing conditions, as well as insuring the previously uninsured.

Despite a government mandate and penalties for failing to sign up, young Americans basically responded with “You’re joking, right?”

The mandate’s failure to be persuasive should have

surprised no one. Governmentenforced altruism doesn’t sit right in a nation conceived during a tax revolt and born in the cradle of individual freedom. And, if I may stroke realism’s head for a moment, health insurance and pre-existing conditions are fundamentally incompatible. Sick Person A gets insurance coverage only if Healthy Person B helps pay for it. Half the country is fine with this proposition. The other half would rather skimp on medical care than surrender a drop of freedom.

This, in essence, is what makes bipartisan reform so difficult.

To the conservative mind, the repeal-and-replace bill wasn’t so much mean as tough. To the liberal mind, it was indefensibly heartless and cruel. But if one thinks reducing the debt and deficit is necessary, then isn’t entitlement reform essential?

When would such cuts ever be popular — or painless?

Somewhere between the thorny cliffs of Dire Straits, where millions die from Republican meanness, and the gently sweeping shores of Obamaland, where everyone gets a lei and lives to 150, is a big enough boat to get us to market-based health care reform.

For now, go wash your hands.

Kathleen Parker’s email address is kathleenparker@ washpost.com.

Vince Dooley writes book on the Civil War Life’s exposures bring varied friends and personalities into your sphere, which brings about conclusions. Some elicit favorable approval, some don’t.

Not sure what the rest of the world thinks, but it is always refreshing to interact with one accomplished in his field but who happens not to be one dimensional.

That is why it has always been difficult for athletes to earn respect beyond their signature abilities — throw a 95 mph fastball, hit home runs in bunches, fling a football with alacrity and aplomb for a first down under the greatest of pressure, or arch it deep for a touchdown in the face of intensity, which evokes the energetic approval of critical aficionados.

Too often, when off-thefield, these heroes reflect provincial and plebian indifference to intellectual pursuits. Witless and Philistine, what do they do when they lose their suppleness and their motor skills are in retreat?

With coaches, there is a similar circumstance. Some can only coach. Some go to seed. While he has an enduring affinity for gardening, Vince Dooley, the former Georgia coach, is motivated by both outside and inside avocations.

He connects with the environment, he enjoys getting his

he is a dogged and indefatigable researcher, which is how his latest literary effort came about.

Dooley and Samuel N. Thomas Jr. have teamed to publish “The Legion’s Fighting Bulldog,” which is a story of a University of Georgia honor Loran graduate who was a hero of the Smith Civil War. The book includes the war correspondence of Wilhands in the dirt, but, perhaps, liam Gaston Delony, who was what he is most compatible a Lieutenant Colonel of Cobb’s with is the library.

Georgia Legion Calvary, and This Mobile waterfront his wife, Rosa Delony, 1853alumnus, whose early life 1863. Thomas sorted, orgawas austere but blessed with a nized and edited the corresponproximity to books and a undence between the Delony’s, adulterated Catholic education, which is a treasured collection has enjoyed a more fulfilling at the UGA Research Library. afterlife as a coach than most Ed Larson, historian and in that his bent for history has a member of the Pepperdine always set him apart. You start faculty, says: “A Bulldog Conwith that natural curiosity and federate officer’s story affecthen you take note of his merg- tionately retold, capturing his ing an enduring appetite for devotion of family, friends and learning with enterprise. While cause. By showing as much an assistant coach at Auburn, why Delony fought as what he earned a master’s degree in he did, Dooley and Thomas history. Most coaches on most enrich our understanding of the campuses “don’t know where Civil War and its lasting impact the library is at.” on the South. A Dawg-gone Since he coached his last good read.” game Jan. 1, 1989, Dooley It was only natural that has become a Master Gardner, Dooley and Thomas were a landscape disciple and has attracted to Delony’s Georgia authored or co-authored 10 heritage. The touching letters books. While he is not a natural between husband and wife — writer (a man is not always who understood the sacrifice accomplished at everything), being made meant separa-

tion but remained hopeful of reunion — are very poignant and insightful.

Dooley admired the leadership skills of Delony, whose name is still inscribed on a pew at the First Presbyterian Church on East Hancock Street. He was fascinated by the courage of a man who set the finest example for his troops by putting himself in harm’s way before asking them to follow his lead.

Traveling to all the battlefields where Delony earned universal respect, Dooley allowed his mind’s eye to recreate the scenes he and Thomas wrote about. Dooley gloried in his research by “locating” himself at those sites where Delony distinguished himself.

He endeavored to vicariously live Delony’s war experience.

He had to become emotionally linked to the “fighting Bulldog” of Cobb’s Georgia Legion Calvary. He and Thomas have allowed us to emotionally connect with the “best regiment of either army, North or South” as the highly regarded Wade Hampton, a member of the Robert E. Lee brain trust, described them.

Loran Smith is co-host of “The Tailgate Show” and sideline announcer for Georgia football. He is also a freelance writer and columnist.

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After controlling the fire, crews began searching the ruined home. That’s when they found the woman’s body in a master bedroom.

Rutledge said the body has been turned over to the Gwinnett County Medical Examiner’s Office for a positive identification and cause of death determination. Family members were at the scene

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Wednesday afternoon talking to fire investigators.

Rutledge said the investigators are working diligently to determine the cause of the deadly fire. It appears to have begun in the living room, and investigators have not ruled out several potential electrical causes, he said.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with this family, this neighborhood and this community,” he said.

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transport the books.

“Rick Case has defiFamilies for Excellence nitely helped,” Cowdrick in Education, and $3,500 said. “It brought the of the money goes toward community together and the bookmobile to better made life easier. They’ve serve students throughout been really interactive the summer with books. with community memThis year, Cowdrick bers.” and Chesney formed a The Rick Case transpartnership, with the portation kept CowRick Case car dealership drick from borrowing which donatedthe use her mom’s van, which of a van and driver to she did last summer, to

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attempt.

“In the course of the inOther members of the vestigation, we also learned Bjorges’ family noticed that (the murder of the the 63-year-old couple’s grandparents) was the first absence early in the days in the series of murders preceding April 9. They be- they intended to commit,” gan asking Gwinnett police he said. to check on their house.

Rider and Cassandra “Gwinnett County Police Bjorge reportedly returned responded to the location to Rider’s family home on several times beginning April 8 intending to kill his April 6 and attempted wel- parents. But the Rider famfare check by the request ily fought the couple off of family members,” said and called the police.

Gwinnett County police When officers got to the Cpl. Deon Washington. house on Rambling Woods “At the time, there was no Drive, they didn’t find obvious cause to enter the Rider or Bjorge, but they location by force.” did find a car they soon Initially, it was reported discovered belonged to that a violent domestic the elderly Bjorge couple incident at Rider’s family — the couple nobody had house off Rambling Woods heard from in several days.

Drive in Lawrenceville on “Because of the crime at April 8 led police to figure hand, officers decided to out what happened to the again make a welfare check Bjorges. at their home,” said GwinActually, Porter said, nett County police Detecthat was another murder tive D.C. Smith at the time.

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This time, when nobody answered the door, officers went inside, where they found Wendy and Randall Bjorge.

Smith said detectives and crime scene personnel worked through that night to locate Bjorge and Rider.

Eventually, officers found them hiding out in the 800 building at the Residences at McGinnis Ferry in Suwanee.

They refused to come out for police, so officials sent the SWAT team into the apartment, where they found that Cassandra Bjorge and Rider had tried to kill themselves by cutting their wrists.

Both teens were treated at Gwinnett Medical Center before they were arrested.

Now Rider could face the possibilty of death at the hands of the court system.

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SUGAR HILL

Tim Carroll, age 60, of Sugar Hill, GA passed away June 28, 2017.

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Frank Cofer, Jr. Frank Hobart Cofer, Jr., 75, died peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, June 21, 2017, surrounded by his immediate family in the home he built in Gwinnett County, Georgia.

Funeral services will be held in the chapel of Memorial Park South funeral home on Monday, June 26, 2017 at 2pm. Interment will follow immediately at Memorial Park South Cemetery in north Georgia, where his family has lived for many generations. The family will receive friends Sunday, June 25, 2017 from 6pm to 8pm at the funeral home.

He was born in Ft. Pierce, Florida on April 18, 1942, to the late Frank Hobart Cofer, Sr. and the late Bertie Gwynne Reynolds Cofer. Prior to graduating with a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Florida, he served his country in the Army Signal Corps.

In 1967, he moved to Atlanta, where he worked as an engineer for the Aud

dichron Company, during which time he developed several patents. He later became Vice President and then President of Audichron International before founding his own firm, Life Laboratories, Inc. He was an honored patriarch of his extended family and a beloved father figure to more than his own children. He will be remembered for his great devotion to his family and friends, his uncommon generosity, his stubbornness and force of will, and his deep, booming voice. He had a keen interest in politics, philosophy, and the classics, and he coined the phrase, “Communication is what it does.”

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Ginny L. Atves Cofer; son Frank Hobart Cofer III, Las Vegas, NV; daughter Katherine Elizabeth Cofer-Rupp and son-in-law Shannon L. Rupp, Athens, GA; son Joseph Christopher Cofer, Hoschton, GA; brother William Pinckney Cofer and Michelle Cofer, Ft. Pierce, FL; sister Frances Joan Cofer Fulghum, St. Augustine, FL; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother Olin Sanford Cofer II of Atlanta, GA; and his sister Gail Laetitia Cofer Church of Ft. Pierce, FL. Memorial Park South Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements, 4121 Falcon Parkway, Flowery Branch, GA 30542. $15 photos are available with all Obituaries and Death Notices

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Charles Edward “Charlie” Cofield, age 91, of Dacula, GA, died June 28, 2017. A graveside service will be held Sunday, July 2, 2017 at 1:00 PM at North Atlanta Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family request contributions be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation at http://ww5.komen. org/Donate/Donate.html Hamilton Mill Memorial Chapel 770-945-6924 Share memories of Charlie at hamiltonmillchapel.com

Cornelius Cortez Gordon age 24 of Norcross, GA; passed away Monday, June 26, 2017. Arrangements by Byrd & Flanigan Crematory and Funeral Service, Lawrenceville, GA. (770)962-2200 Norcrosscremation.com

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Mrs. Jauch will be placed in state at Buford Church of God Sunday, July 2 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Broadlawn Memorial Gardens in Buford.

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Linda Gail Cumbie, age 64, of Lawrenceville, GA passed away Thursday, June 29, 2017. She is survived by her sons; Scott (Belinda) Holloway and Chris Pugh; grandchildren, Casey Pugh and Dalton Holloway; and sister, Kathie Ash Waters, and great granddaughter; Alisbeth Pugh. She was preceded in death by her son, Tim Holloway A Funeral Service Honoring the Life of Linda will be held on Saturday, July 1, 2017 at 11:00AM at Tom M. Wages Lawrenceville Chapel. Interment will follow at Shadowlawn Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Friday, June 30, 2017 from 6pm-8pm in the funeral home.

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right after he graduated eighth grade and he was going to be a freshman.

He played on our summer team and he was quiet and he kept to himself. I’ve noticed he’s very mature for his age. He wanted to ask questions, he wanted to learn and he wanted to get better,” Hebron baseball coach Ben Drust said.

“Around the other guys he gets along with everyone on our team. Our team is very close and that’s the great thing about Hebron, it’s a very family-like atmosphere.

“I think you can see the family-like atmosphere from all the prayers and support that people from our school, and from our community, have really poured into the Lockhart family. Jason is just an awesome kid and I hate seeing him go through this.”

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47 Chesney teachers and community volunteers spent 134 hours delivering the books to local Duluth apartment complexes. While most weeks saw more than 80 students attend an event, Cowdrick said 34 students made it to every one.

“We have had great success,” Cowdrick said.

“No rainy days so far.”

Lockhart

Scottish Rite to ensure that the artery was clotting social media, the injury on its own. According to occurred June 17, when Sydney’s updates on FaceJason was crossing home book, he was finally awake plate in the travel game. At Wednesday evening. the same time he touched “Jason came back from the plate, the opposing surgery with a great report catcher went to throw the from the doctor,” Sydney ball back to the pitcher but posted. “They are confihit Jason instead. dent that this resolved the Originally he was given bleeding problem. He is stitches, but when he went awake and still in recovin for an X-ray two days ery. We are bedside and later, his nose began to helping keep him comfortbleed profusely. able during the transition He was placed on life without his breathing tube. support last Friday to Thank you so much for all help his body rest while your prayers. Keep them doctors attempted to stop coming as he begins his the bleeding. Tuesday’s recovery.” surgery was the first time As a freshman this past doctors were able to locate season, Jason served as a an active bleed according utility player for the Lito Sydney’s updates on ons’ varsity baseball team.

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He started at shortstop to On Wednesday Lockopen the season and also hart underwent his sixth played second base and surgery at Children’s outfield.

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move the books.

There are 1,400 books available for check out, but Cowdrick said they’ve had to be a little more selective with donations to make sure that books are appealing to current interests.

Last summer, some 200 Chesney Elementary students checked out 2,171 books, while

Evelyn Jauch Evelyn Braswell Jauch, age 86, of Flowery Branch, GA passed away Wednesday, June 28, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ed and Verlie Mae Moore Braswell; brothers, Larry Braswell, Truel Braswell; daughter, Pam Edwards Adams; and infant son, George Thomas Edwards.

She is survived by her daughter, Sandy and Bobby Lancaster, Buford, GA; grandchildren, Tonya Adams, Morgan Adams, Bart Adams; sister, Carrie and Imre Szell, Decatur, GA; sisters-in-law, Joyce Braswell, Carnesville, GA, Sandy Braswell, Wylie, TX; stepmother, Loyce Anglin Braswell, Duluth, GA; and several beloved nieces, nephews and cousins. Mrs. Braswell Jauch was born July 25, 1930 in Buford, GA. She was a graduate of Sugar Hill School and a longtime member of Buford Church of God. She served in many areas of the church, including being a former Sunday school teacher and custodian. Her work career included working at Puckett’s Restaurant, Stephens Café, and she retired from the Kroger Store in Buford.”She was dearly loved by her family and host of friends, and will be greatly missed by everyone that knew her.”

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Sean Lynch Sean M. Lynch, age 66, of Suwanee, GA passed away June 21, 2017.

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Vincent Saputo Mr. Vincent Anthony Saputo, age 63, of Buford passed away Thursday, June 29, 2017.

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Erik A. Ramsey Erik A. Ramsey, age 34, of Buford, GA passed away June 27, 2017.

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Police asks for public to Police: Man asked woman help ID suspect in fraud for ride, pulled knife on her

By Cailin O’Brien

By Keith Farner

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Gwinnett police have asked the public to help identify a fraud suspect they believe is responsible for a wire transfer deposit of more than $300,000.

The incident happened at a Wells Fargo bank location in Norcross on June 2 after two fraudulent bank accounts were opened with false information on May 12.

The suspect withdrew more than $95,000. After the initial withdrawal, Wells Fargo received a message from the wire transfer company that said the money was unlawfully transferred.

A police report about the case said a Gwinnett police officer tried to arrest a Bernard Babasa, which is a fraudulent name, for forgery, but Magistrate Judge John Ireland said he

Police need help identifying this man in connection with a wire transfer deposit of more than $300,000. (Special Photo: Gwinnett County Police Department)

wouldn’t sign a warrant unless the officer could show that Babasa intended to defraud Wells Fargo. The officer wrote in the report that the suspect twice tried to get money from a bad account, but Ireland refused to sign the warrant, according to the police report.

If anyone recognizes the suspect, contact GCPD

detectives at 770-513-5300.

To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404577-TIPS (8477) or visit crimestoppersatlanta.org.

Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive up to $2,000 for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. Case Number: 17-051332.

Gwinnett County police are looking for a man who they believe brandished a knife at a woman giving him a ride from Norcross to Duluth two weeks ago.

“The Gwinnett County Police Department Criminal Investigations Section needs the public’s help in locating a dangerous wanted person,” said Cpl. Michele Pihera in a statement.

Raul Arruevalle, 39, allegedly flagged down the woman at a QuikTrip on Beaver Ruin Road in unincorporated Norcross. He told her he was from out of town and not familiar with the area.

He asked her for a ride to a home in Duluth and the woman agreed.

But Arruevalle never gave the woman an exact address, according to a police report. Instead, he gave her directions as she drove. “(The woman) said she stopped at the intersection of Green Street and Eagle Terrence,” according to the police report. “She told the suspect to exit her vehicle because she felt like the suspect did not

Police are on the lookout for Raul Arruevalle in connection with an assault two weeks ago. (Special Photo: Gwinnett County Police Department)

know where the location was at.”

Instead, Arruevalle reportedly reached over and turned the key until the car was off. Then, he lunged at the woman with a knife.

The woman yelled for help and Arruevalle reportedly got out of her car and ran away, dropping his cellphone on the passenger seat as he left.

The woman sustained only a small cut on her hand.

“Though his ultimate intention is still unknown, the victim now believes that the suspect may have wanted to take her down a dark street to rape her,” Pihera said.

Police have taken warrants out for Arruevalle, charging him with aggravated assault. But they haven’t been able to find

him.

Arruevalle stands at 5-foot-3 and weighs 160 pounds. He has black hair, brown eyes and a prominent scar on his left cheek.

Pihera said he sometimes goes by Raul Valle or Raul Arrue Valle.

Anybody with information on his whereabouts should call Gwinnett County PD detectives at 770-513-5300.

To remain anonymous, tipsters can contact Crime Stoppers at 404-5778477 or by visiting www. crimestoppersatlanta.org.

Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive up to $2,000 for information leading to an arrest or indictment.

“It is imperative that Arruevalle is arrested quickly before he tries to hurt someone else,” Pihera said.

Gwinnett County police said this man stole money, cigarettes and beer from a Peachtree Corners gas station. (Photo: Gwinnett County Police Department)

Debbie Elliott, left, receives a committee chairman of the year award from the Georgia Utility Contractors Association. (Photo: GUCA)

Utility contractors association announces chairman of the year

By Savannah Peat Staff Intern

The Georgia Utility Contractors Association Inc. awarded Debbie Elliott the Committee GUCA Chairman of the Year award in testament to her devotion to the association in 2016-2017.

Elliott and her family business, Elliott Construction, were recognized by GUCA on June 20 for representing a successful, loyal and fair business in the utility construction industry.

Elliott attributed the

prestigious member award to her experience with Elliott Construction as well as her fellow contractors — 370 of which are represented by GUCA. “The best advice and help you can receive can come from your fellow contractors, even if they are your competitors,” she said in a GUCA press release.

She has also gained similar lessons toward her model for leadership and productivity from her involvement with GUCA. “She has been aggres-

sive in her approach to learn and lead in this industry while being loyal and kind to her fellow contractors,” the press release said.

Before her work in the industry and with Elliott Construction, Elliott graduated from Brenau Women’s College in 1992, and was a real estate agent for 19 years.

Elliott intends to exhibit her life motto to “live life every day to the fullest; you never know what tomorrow will bring you,” in the future of her construction experience.

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Notice of Property Tax Increase The City of Snellville has tentatively adopted a 2017 millage rate which will require an increase in property taxes 4.68 percent.

All concerned citizens are invited to the public hearing on this tax increase to be held at Snellville City Hall, 2342 Oak Road, Snellville, GA 30078 on Friday, June 30, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. Times and places of additional public hearings on this tax increase are at Snellville City Hall on Friday, June 30, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. and Tuesday, July 10, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.

This tentative increase will result in a millage rate of 4.588 mills, an increase of 0.205 mills over the rollback rate, but no actual millage rate increase from last year.

Without this tentative tax increase, the millage rate would be no more than the rollback rate of 4.383 mills.

The proposed tax increase for a home with fair market value of $200,000 is approximately $16.40 and the proposed tax increase for non-homestead property (Commercial) with a fair market value of $550,000 is approximately $45.10.

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Man steals Bud Light, money and cigarettes from gas station FrOm StaFF rePOrtS Gwinnett County police are searching for a man who made sure to grab a case of beer before he robbed a Peachtree Corners Texaco at gunpoint this week.

The 6-foot-tall, 200-pound white man walked into the gas station on Medlock Bridge Road at about 6:30 p.m. Monday.

He had a dark beard and was wearing a white shirt, dark-colored pants, sun-

glasses and a black beanie.

He had a tattoo on his right forearm.

The man grabbed a case of Bud Light before he walked up to the register and asked the employee for two packs of cigarettes.

While the employee was grabbing the cigarettes, the suspect pulled out a small pistol and demanded the employee put all the money from the register onto the counter.

The suspect took the money, the cigarettes and

the beer before walking out of the store and getting into an older model, tan-colored Toyota 4Runner.

Anybody with information on the suspect or the crime should contact GCPD detectives at 770-513-5300.

To remain anonymous, tipsters can contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-8477 or visit www.crimestoppersatlanta.org.

Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive up to $2,000 for information leading to an arrest and indictment.

The City of Snellville does hereby announce that the 2017 millage rate will be set at a meeting to be held at the Snellville City Hall Council Chambers, 2342 Oak Road, Snellville, Georgia 30078 on Monday, July 10, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. and pursuant to the requirements of O.C.G.A. Section 48-5-32 does hereby publish the following presentation of the current year’s tax digest and levy, along with the history of the digest and levy for the past five years.

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017 Proposed

REAL & PERSONAL

638,922,429

615,849,900

689,921,840

696,562,240

743,360,810

799,577,940

MOTOR VEHICLES

33,169,790

36,585,400

30,814,740

22,213,870

16,776,540

12,055,660

MOBILE HOMES

0

0

0

0

0

0

TIMBER

0

0

0

0

0

0

HEAVY DUTY EQUIPMENT

0

0

57,080

152,200

325,000

202,820

GROSS DIGEST

672,092,219

652,435,300

720,793,660

718,928,310

760,462,350

811,836,420

LESS EXEMPTIONS

18,458,620

19,090,720

19,132,335

20,150,440

20,028,376

20,211,066

NET DIGEST

653,633,599

633,344,580

701,661,325

698,777,870

740,433,974

791,625,354

NET MILLAGE

5.00 MILLS

4.90 MILLS

4.62 MILLS

4.588 MILLS

4.588 MILLS

4.588 MILLS

NET TAXES LEVIED

3,268,168

3,103,388

3,241,675

3,205,993

3,397,111

3,631,977

NET TAXES $ INCREASE/DECREASE

-570,792

-164,780

138,287

-35,682

191,118

234,866

NET TAXES % INCREASE/DECREASE

-14.87%

-5.04%

4.6%

-1.10%

5.96%

6.91%

SNELLVILLE

The Mayor and Council of the City of Snellville will hold public hearings on Friday, June 30, 2017 at 11:30 a.m., Friday, June 30, 2017 at 6:00 p.m., and Monday, July 10, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. to hear public comments on the proposed millage rate and to adopt the 2017 millage rate on Monday, July 10, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. at Snellville City Hall Council Chambers.

Some insignificant differences in figures may occur since data was obtained from County and City records. These figures reflect billing adjustments to the digest and interim billing. All concerned citizens are invited to attend the meetings to be held at the Snellville City Hall Council Chambers located at 2342 Oak Road, Snellville, Georgia on Friday, June 30, 2017 at 11:30 a.m., Friday, June 30, 2017 at 6:00 p.m., and Monday, July 10, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. These hearings 494206-1 will satisfy requirements of O.C.G.A. Section 48-13-28.

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world&nation world China president Xi Jinping travels to Hong Kong China’s President Xi Jinping underlined his commitment to “one country, two systems” as he arrived in Hong Kong to mark two decades of Chinese rule in the former British territory.

“For the past 20 years, Hong Kong has always had the strong backing of the central government,” Xi said Thursday as he addressed crowds at the city’s airport.

It’s Xi’s first visit to the Chinese special administrative region — from the tarmac, he encouraged Hong Kongers to “look forward to the future, making sure ‘one country, two systems’ can work smoothly and continue,” referring to the principle by which Hong Kong retains limited autonomy and freedoms.

A major reason for the relative calm is that former “Umbrella Movement” leaders Joshua Wong, Nathan Law and other activists are languishing in police custody after they were arrested Wednesday night.

Venezuela bars attorney general from leaving the country Venezuela’s Supreme Court has banned Attorney General Luisa Ortega from leaving the country, and has frozen her assets, ahead of a pre-trial hearing scheduled for July 4.

The inquiry, which was requested by an ally of President Nicolas Maduro, will seek to determine if Ortega committed unspecified “grave errors while in her position.”

If enough evidence is found, Ortega, a vocal critic of Maduro’s government, could be taken to trial.

It’s the latest twist in the political turmoil gripping the country and follows an audacious attack on the Supreme Court in Caracas on Wednesday when grenades and gunfire were launched from a police helicopter.

That helicopter was found Wednesday in a rural part of the country, but the man authorities say piloted the aircraft — Oscar Perez — is still on the run.

NATO members to make defense spending boosts America’s NATO allies in Europe and Canada will increase defense spending by 4.3 percent in 2017, according to official NATO statistics released Thursday.

The boost comes amid continued criticism from President Donald Trump, who has frequently slammed allies for not meeting NATO defense spending targets.

Twenty-five NATO allies plan to increase spending in real terms in 2017, according to the report.

Speaking to reporters Thursday, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg called the new money “a significant increase,” adding that “European Allies and Canada spent almost $46 billion more on defense” since 2014.

— From wire reports

Deal on health bill this week unlikely

By Ted Barrett, Lauren Fox, MJ Lee and Phil Mattingly

Within hours of the Senate majority leader unveiling a long-anticipated health care bill on June 22, four of Mitch McConnell’s colleagues were quick to put a damper on things: “We are not ready to vote for this bill,” the group said in a joint statement. One week later, the bill was set to not be voted before the Senate’s July recess despite a push from GOP leaders.

(Photo: CNN)

CNN

Senate Republicans cautioned Thursday not to expect a final agreement on the health care reform bill

by Friday, despite a push

by GOP leaders and the White House to get by then a framework of a deal that can pass the chamber.

“We’ve made good progress, and we’ll keep working,” said Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, who has spearheaded talks over the contentious bill that he was forced to pull off the floor earlier this week, acknowledging a deal remains elusive.

Republican leadership aides told CNN that intraparty negotiations over the complex bill are still generating new proposals that are regularly being sent to the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office for analysis and that process would continue over the weeklong July 4 recess.

A deal cannot be finalized until that CBO scoring takes place and the Senate parliamentarian reviews the language to ensure it fits the strict reconciliation rules being used to pass the bill without the threat of a filibuster.

Aides to McConnell insist the Kentucky Republican never imposed a

hard Friday deadline for an agreement, although other GOP senators, including the third-ranking Republican Sen. John Thune of South Dakota, spoke about that as a goal.

“I think the goal is, as much as we can, have at least sort of a framework in place by the end of the week that we can send to the Congressional Budget Office to get scoring back, so that when we come back after the Fourth of July break next week, the following week, we can move a bill to the floor, get it up and get to work on it and open up the amendment process and hopefully eventually pass it,” Thune told PBS on Wednesday.

On Thursday, Thune was still holding out hope that a deal could be reached.

“We’ll see. I’m the optimist,” he said. “I’m glass half full.”

But the reality is that stark policy and ideological differences continue to

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Monalisa Perez killed her boyfriend Monday, by shooting at a book he was holding over his chest. Perez, 19, was attempting to make a viral video with boyfriend Pedro Ruiz III, 22, to post to their YouTube account, according to a Norman County Sheriff’s Department arrest report. (Photo: CNN)

Army vet beaten to death after saving two teens A 62-year-old veteran died saving a pair of teenagers from a brutal attack, and now he’s being hailed as a hero.

James Farmer Jr. was asleep in his car in downtown Denver on June 16 when he woke up to a homeless man attacking the two teens. He stepped in to protect them. Police say the suspect, 28-yearold DeJuan Stamps, then turned his attention away from the teenagers and beat Farmer to death.

Famer was living out of his car at the time so he could find work and send money to his grandchildren and family in Seattle. His plan was to move back in September to buy a home with his fiancée.

Woman shoots boyfriend dead in YouTube stunt A Minnesota woman killed her boyfriend Monday by shooting at a book he was holding over his chest, in a YouTube video stunt gone wrong.

Monalisa Perez,19, was attempting to make a viral video with boyfriend Pedo Ruiz III, 22, to post to their YouTube account, according to a Norman County Sheriff’s Department arrest report.

Perez, who is seven months pregnant, called 911 on Monday evening, saying she had accidentally shot her boyfriend in the chest while they were making a video, according to

splinter senate Republicans.

Despite numerous meetings this week with wavering Republicans in McConnell’s office — many attended by Vice President Mike Pence and Medicaid administrator Seema Verma — there was little evidence of actual progress toward narrowing the differences between the right flank of the party and members at its center.

Sen. Jeff Flake, RArizona, who is concerned about reductions in Medicaid spending, was asked if there’s been movement.

“We still got a long way to go I think. I just was in another meeting. In some ways, we’re going around in circles, but I think we’re getting close on some elements,” he said.

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, advocating a plan to allow insurance companies to offer stripped-down and less expensive plans — a key goal of conservatives — emerged from his second meeting in McConnell’s

The popular fireworks maker voluntarily recalled 36,100 units of the product Pence replaces in four states Tuesday after his chief of staff receiving multiple reports Vice President Mike that some of the devices Pence announced Thursday exploded when lit, a U.S. that he will have a new chief Consumer Product Safety of staff.

Commission recall report Nick Ayers will take over said. the reins as the new top Three people suffered aide to the vice president, minor burns from the uninreplacing Josh Pitcock, who tended explosions, the report has been with Pence in the said. role since the inauguration, “The 30 days around the Pence’s office said in a state- Fourth of July is when we ment. see the most injuries occur,” Both men are longtime Ann Marie Buerkle, acting Pence confidantes, and Ayers chairwoman of the CPSC, is a known Georgia and said in a recent news confernational political consultant. ence on fireworks safety.

He also served as campaign The fireworks were being chairman for the Pence side sold at various vendors, inof the Trump campaign. cluding Walmart and Kroger A source close to the in Illinois, Ohio, Vermont vice president said that the and Wisconsin. change of hands has been in the works for a while, insist- Senate re-passes ing it isn’t a shakeup, and the timing was to coincide with Russia sanctions Ahead of President Donthe congressional recess. ald Trump’s first face-to-face Ayers will start in midJuly in a transitioning phase. encounter with Russian President Vladimir Putin next Fireworks recalled week at the G20 summit, the Senate passed Thursday over unintended for a second time a Russia sanctions package that had explosions stalled on Capitol Hill.

TNT Red, White, & The Senate has passed Blue Smoke fireworks are a technical correction to supposed to emit colorful its Russia sanctions bill by smoke. They are not supunanimous consent, making posed to explode. minor changes to the bill the arrest report.

office in the last two days subdued but positive.

“We continue to make steady progress,” he told reporters.

Ohio GOP Sen. Rob Portman, who also is concerned about reduced Medicaid funding and who wants additional dollars to fight opioid abuse, credited McConnell for picking up the intensity of the talks and trying hard to reach an agreement.

“I think our leadership team is trying to address issues now in a more aggressive way, which is the only way you get there,” he said.

Sen. Dean Heller, an endangered Republican running for re-election in Nevada, was one of the first key voices of opposition to the Senate bill when last Friday he declared he was against its proposed reductions to Medicaid.

Top Republicans lobbied him hard in separate meetings Wednesday and Thursday.

people Holland: Getting into Spider-Man suit a daily battle Transforming into SpiderMan isn’t as empowering as you might think.

Tom Holland, who plays Peter Parker in the upcoming “Spider-Man: Homecoming,” told CNN that squeezing into the iconic, webbed superhero costume was a real challenge.

“It takes a long time [to put it on]. It takes a long time.” Holland said. “It’s so tight! You can’t put it on yourself. You need two people to help you put it on. You have to put your arms on, and then you do this [gesturing out in front of him] and then they pull it over and then you have to [talk weird] for about five minutes.”

The film shoots into theaters July 7.

Emilia Clarke set for her exit from ‘Game of Thrones’

HBO might be looking at a myriad of ways to continue the “Game of Thrones” phenomenon after the series completes its eighth and final season, but Emilia Clake is ready to bring Khaleesi’s story to a proper end.

“I mean, I have no doubt there’ll be prequels and sequels and who knows what else. But I am doing one more season,” Clarke tells Rolling Stone in a new profile. “And then that’ll be it.” to address House concerns HBO confirmed last sumthat the original language mer that the hit series would violated the Constitution.

Senate Foreign Relations come to a close after Season 8, which is scheduled to air Committee Chairman Bob next year.

Corker, R-Tennessee, had Saying goodbye won’t be said earlier Thursday an easy, though. Clarke began agreement had been struck on the series when she was to bring the revised version just 23, and acknowledges of the bill back to the floor, the role has been a formative in order to make technical one. changes to the legislation “It makes me emotional that would satisfy the House. to think about,” she said.

Two weeks ago, the “It’s my beginning, middle original bill passed 98 to 2 and end — the single thing despite concerns raised by the Trump administration. It that has changed me most as would impose new sanctions an adult.” on Russia and provide Congress with the authority to Older and wiser review any effort to weaken John Mayer talks them.

Cops stop van with tower of luggage on roof

of new maturity

In a new interview with Rolling Stone, singer John Mayer said he’s coming into adulthood as he nears 40.

It’s not just in cartoons.

“I’m 39. It’s funny, I A New Hampshire driver’s was 31 for 8 years, then car was towed for driving I became 39,” he told the around with an overwhelm- magazine. “And there’s ing amount of stuff on top something that happens of, and hanging from, his that’s really great with that.” van.

The interview is a stark The driver was traveling contrast to Mayer in 2010, northbound on Interstate 93 when he made a series of near Londonderry, N.H., now infamous sexually explicit and racially insensitive when state police stopped remarks while discussing his him. previous relationships.

New Hampshire State When asked by the Police said the 57-year-old magazine to comment on driver was charged with misdemeanor negligent driv- his former girlfriend Katy ing for the mountain of stuff Perry, who recently called Mayer the “best lover” she’s on the roof.

He was also charged with ever had, his response was measured. misdemeanor non-inspec“I don’t have a cooltion. enough thought for you,” CNN’s attempts to conhe said. “I’ve hacked this tact the driver went unregame. I pay very little of the turned. price of fame now. I get to State police contacted play the music that moves RGA Towing to take the vehicle away; the crew was me the most. I’m having the time of my life. I’m 39 — I able to use a ramp truck remember 32. I don’t wanna despite the van being so do it again.” over-the-top heavy.

— From wire reports — From wire reports

‘Hookers for Health Care’ refuse to take change lying down

By Jessica Ravitz CNN

Adding a voice to the chorus against the Republican-led American Health Care Act is a group not usually heard on protest frontlines: prostitutes.

Licensed prostitutes in Nevada, working in legal brothels, are organizing against legislation they say will devastate them, other prostitutes across the nation and their families.

Must read With Obamacare (Affordable Care Act) now under threat of being repealed and replaced, “thousands of prostitutes nationwide were, for the first time, able to obtain affordable health care insurance for themselves and their families,” said a press release issued Thursday.

So, dubbing itself “Hookers for Health Care,” this group plans

to go “on a political offensive … lobbying politicians, protesting in the streets, and waging battle on social media to stop the Republican effort.”

At the helm is Alice Little, 27, who works near Carson City at Dennis Hof’s Sagebrush Ranch brothel. She thinks about the cuts being proposed, the slashes to coverage for things like pregnancies and eating disorders, and is outraged by the toll it will take on women.

“When I look at the folks that are making decisions, the majority of them are male voices,” she said by phone. “They have no idea how they’re affecting women’s lives.”

About a hundred women working in Hof’s seven brothels have already signed up to be involved in this new movement. She said several dozen women and counting have already agreed to sign a petition she’s drafting and that many are waiting to have their

perspecitves recorded for social media purposes.

“These ladies are often stereotyped and I want to bring some humanity to their stories,” said Little, whose mother is a cancer survivor. “We are people. We have families. We have the same health concerns as other Americans.”

As independent contractors, she said, prostitutes are “at the mercy of the health care marketplace to obtain our own insurance” and are often reliant on Medicaid.

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Norcross restaurant catches fire Police: Cellphone thief caught using GPS data FROM STAFF REPORTS

A Norcross restaurant’s roof was damaged when it caught fire on Tuesday night.

A passerby saw smoke coming from the roof of Costa Azul Restaurant on Rockbridge Road N.W. in unincorporated Norcross and called the Gwinnett fire department at about 10:31 p.m.

When crews arrived about four minutes later, they found “moderate smoke” coming from the roof of the singlestory, wood-frame and brick restaurant. Luckily, no smoke or fire seemed to be coming from inside the restaurant.

“Firefighters opened up the attic and discovered an active Tommy Rutledge. “The fire fire in a dormer on the roof was quickly extinguished and above the front door,” said the area was overhauled.”

Gwinnett County Fire Capt.

Nobody was at the business

Costa Azul Restaurant in unincorporated Norcross caught fire Tuesday night.

(Photo: Gwinnett County Department of Fire and Emergency Services)

at the time and no injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

beries in Duluth, also involving iPhones and iPads.

A 21-year-old Norcross man In an incident was arrested and charged with on Wednesday armed robbery following a series morning, Bardugon said Lawrence of iPhone and iPad thefts in Lilreportedly entered burn and Duluth.

Samuel P. the AT&T store at Lilburn Police Capt. Thom BarLawrence 4024 Lawrencevdugon said Samuel P. Lawrence was charged with several offenses ille Highway, forced an employee following a high-speed chase when to open the safe, and took about eight iPhones and nine iPads. police tracked him using a GPS device on one of the stolen phones. When the suspect left the building through the emergency exit, apparGeorgia State Patrol captured ently to get another bag for more Lawrence on Peachtree Industrial items, the employee locked all the Boulevard in Doraville. doors and called 911.

Police found the stolen AT&T Lawrence was held without merchandise in his car, and said Lawrence confessed to the Lilburn bond on Thursday afternoon in the robbery as well as two armed rob- Gwinnett jail, facing 16 charges.

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GOP bills’ potential Medicaid cuts spark deep concerns

BY ANDY MILLER

Georgia Health News

ATLANTA (GHN) — The potential cuts in the Medicaid program, as outlined in the GOP health care bills, have a deeply felt meaning for Mitzi Proffitt and her family.

She’s employed by a nonprofit that provides services to Georgia families impacted by disabilities or special health care needs.

And at home, Mitzi arranges for help at her east Georgia home for her son, Joshua, 22, who has cerebral palsy and gets around with a power wheelchair.

“I live it and work it,’’ she says.

Joshua receives Medicaid services through a “waiver’’ program for people with developmental disabilities. Because of his physical limitations, Joshua gets help with dressing, eating and transportation, among other services, through the COMP waiver.

He now attends college.

“He’s smart as a tack mentally,’’ Mitzi says. “He can talk but can’t move.”

The aid also allows her to work at the nonprofit Parent to Parent of Georgia.

So when the House Republican bill — and the somewhat different Senate version unveiled last week — outline cuts to Medicaid, Mitzi fears the potential impact on her son if the legislation becomes law.

Eventually, through a reduction or elimination of the waiver services, Joshua would be put in a nursing home, she says.

The House bill is projected to cut Medicaid by more than $800 billion over 10 years. The Senate bill, experts say, will

Mitzi Proffitt says she fears the impact on her 22-year-old son, Joshua, who has cerebral palsy, and others who have disabilities or special needs, if Republican-authored health care legislation is enacted.

(Photo: Georgia Health News)

produce even deeper long-term cuts to Medicaid.

Both the House and Senate health bills would fundamentally change the way the federal government pays its share of Medicaid costs, establishing a per-person limit on spending that would adjust annually for inflation.

The bills would also effectively end Medicaid expansion, an option for states under the current Affordable Care Act. (Georgia has not opted for expansion.)

Chances of Senate passage of a health care bill remain uncertain, with a vote expected this week.

Medicaid currently covers roughly 2 million Georgians, most of them children. It also pays for more than 70 percent

of the nursing home residents in the state, and covers more than half of the childbirths in Georgia.

Overall, people with disabilities and seniors make up 25 percent of Medicaid enrollees in Georgia, and account for about 60 percent of the program’s costs. The proposed caps on Medicaid spending “are a cut to the people who are the most vulnerable,” says Alison Barkoff, director of advocacy for the Center of Public Representation, in Washington, D.C. “People with disabilities and seniors will be disproportionately hurt,” she adds.

This includes two waiver programs that provide home- and community-based services for about 12,500 Georgians with intellectual or developmental

disabilities. Nearly 9,000 others are on waiting lists for those services in Georgia.

The Proffitt family, who live in Brooklet in Bulloch County, waited about eight years before being approved for the waiver services for Joshua. He’s now allowed about 60 hours a week.

“We have to fight every year’’ to maintain this help, says Mitzi, who also chairs the Georgia Council for Developmental Disabilities.

Its executive director, Eric Jacobson, says the waiting list will naturally grow under the proposed Medicaid cuts.

“People who are getting services will potentially lose some or all of those services,” he said. The legislation represent a “draconian cut to people with disabilities.”

That sentiment was reflected in a “die-in” protest last week outside the office of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.). About 50 people with disabilities, many in wheelchairs, were arrested on charges of obstructing a Capitol hallway.

The Kaiser Family Foundation says Medicaid covers more than three in 10 non-elderly adults with disabilities, including people with physical disabilities, such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, and traumatic brain or spinal cord injuries; intellectual or developmental disabilities such as Down syndrome and autism; and mental illness.

Medicaid cuts would mean that governors and state legislators, facing huge reductions in federal Medicaid funding, might decide to raise taxes to offset the revenue loss, or cut back on eligibility or services, or reduce payments to medical providers, experts say.

Including residents in nursing homes, Medicaid spending per enrollee for people with disabilities is substantially higher than for those without disabilities. That’s due to their greater health needs and reliance on Medicaid for expensive but necessary services, the Kaiser Foundation notes. More than half of Georgia’s Medicaid dollars go to the elderly or people with disabilities, according to the state’s Department of Community Health.

Laura Harker, health policy analyst at the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute, says the Medicaid waiver “allows the person receiving Medicaid benefits to pursue a normal life and boosts the general quality of life of those families.”

Georgia’s home and community-based services are an optional Medicaid benefit, putting it a greater risk of cuts under the U.S. Senate proposal, Harker says. Georgia stands to lose between 3,000 and 7,000 home health aide and personal care aide jobs if these services are reduced.

Jacobson also says that Georgia schools receive million of Medicaid dollars to provide services for special education students and pay school nurses and therapists to provide treatment and screenings for all children.

Mitzi Proffitt fears that under the Republicans’ plan, waivers would be targeted for cuts. That could sidetrack Joshua’s plans to become a sports broadcaster, she says.

“He’s had to fight for his diploma,’’ she says. “He wants a job.”

“It’s about quality of life.”

Andy Miller is editor and founder of Georgia Health News.

IN BRIEF MY SALON Suite to open location in Lawrenceville

Shops at Creekside after an agreement with local Lawrenceville entrepreneurs Marty and Tim Commons.

MY SALON Suite, an “When my husband and expanding, upscale salon I began exploring concepts suite franchise, is opening to grow and develop in the another new location in area, MY SALON Suite Lawrenceville. hit on everything we were The innovative structure looking for in a business allows multiple facets of — upscale accommodathe salon industry to oper- tions for salon professionate in different suites of the als, a one-of-a-kind experisame complex for a more ence for customers and a luxurious experience for turnkey business model for customers. This includes franchise partners,” Marty hair stylists, nail techniCommons said in a press cians and other health and release. beauty professionals.

The approximately The soon to open loca5,250-square-foot complex tion is set for the Village is composed of 29 indi-

vidual suites full of elegant lobbies, style stations and numerous other amenities for future customers.

“For our members’ clients, we offer an environment to escape from the stresses of the day in a quiet, private setting where they are treated to an upscale salon experience like no other,” Tim Commons said.

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“As Clinical Director, I am excited to provide our patients the highest-quality orthodontic care and a seamless patient experience,” he said. “My goal is for every patient to be impressed with our warmth and professionalism from the moment they walk into our clinic.”

Sewage spill hits Peachtree Corners

A broken pipe in Peachtree Corners caused a stinky mess this week, according to Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources officials.

Water Resources Program Coordinator Jackie Valett said crews were notified about a sewage spill on a gravity main at 3540 Jones Mill Road at 9:48 a.m. on Tuesday. About 158 gallons of sewage spilled into a tributary of Crooked Creek during the incident.

Crews got the spill stopped at 12:15 p.m., and posted signs in the area to let residents know what happened. The Georgia Environmental Protection Division was also contacted about the incident.

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G-Braves’ Sims, Albies named Triple-A all-stars From Staff Reports LAWRENCEVILLE — Brookwood grad Lucas Sims and Ozzie Albies were selected Thursday to represent the Gwinnett Braves at the Triple-A All-Star Game.

It is the first career midseason all-star selection for Sims at any level.

The game is July 12 in Tacoma, Wash.

Albies and Sims were among the 17 players selected by the International League office to round out a 30-player roster. An additional 13 players were elected by combined vote of IL field managers and general managers, members of the media and online fan voting.

Sims, 23, ranked the Atlanta Braves’ No. 18 prospect by MLB.com, is 6-3 with a 3.98 ERA in

15 starts during his second season with Gwinnett. The first Lawrenceville native to play for the hometown G-Braves, Sims leads the league in strikeouts (92).

Albies, 20, is ranked the Atlanta Braves’ No. 1 prospect and the No. 7 prospect in baseball by MLB.com. He is batting .271 with 15 doubles, seven triples, six home runs, 45 runs scored, 31 RBIs and 18 stolen bases in 69 games with Gwinnett this season.

The second-year GBrave is a first-time IL All-Star and ranks second in the league in stolen bases and triples.

The 30th annual TripleA All-Star Game, pitting the International League vs. the Pacific Coast League, will be broadcast live on MLB Network beginning at 9 p.m.

Dual threats Norcross’ Jaquez McWilliams, left, and Louis Williams are competing this summer to be the Blue Devils’ starting quarterback. (Staff Photos: Will Hammock)

Norcross QB competition ongoing

By Paul Thomas

the top spot on the depth chart.

“It’s been good,” Norcross quarterbacks coach With the graduation of Tyler Maloof said. “We’ve two-year starter Baron got two, real guys that have Radcliff, Norcross football really pushed each other in is in search of a new start- the spring and the summer. ing quarterback for the fall. They’ve done really well Through the spring and overall, both of them, in summer 7-on-7 tourna7-on-7s. They both bring ments, the Blue Devils two really different aspects have narrowed the compe- of quarterback to the table, tition down to two signal but I think once the fall callers. Senior Jaquez Mc- gets here, both of them are Williams and junior Louis going to be able to contribWilliams are battling for ute and help us out.” paul.thomas@ gwinnettdailypost.com

Brookwood grad Lucas Sims pitched eight scoreless innings for the Gwinnett Braves on Saturday at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville. (Photo: Will Fagan/Gwinnett Braves)

Whomever is chosen as the starter will have big shoes to fill. Radcliff led Norcross to an 11-1 record and the Region 7-7A championship last fall. He threw for 2,429 yards and 25 touchdowns with just six interceptions.

At 5-foot-10, McWilliams is known more as a runner than Williams.

McWilliams appeared in five games last season, throwing for 74 yards and a touchdown, while running for 40 yards on nine

attempts.

The 6-foot-1 Williams attempted just one pass the whole year for the varsity team. Maloof said the junior is more of a pure pocket passer than McWilliams, but they both have the ability to do either.

Which is why there hasn’t been a decisive front-runner for the job between the two. Even as they compete for playing time, Maloof said the duo

Georgia Swarm’s Lyle Thompson named NLL MVP Former North star Anyaorah aims to revive professional basketball dreams

From Staff Reports

DULUTH — As expected, Georgia Swarm forward Lyle Thompson was named National Lacrosse League MVP Wednesday.

Mark Matthews (Saskatchewan) and Corey Small (Vancouver) were also nominated for the NLL MVP Award.

Thompson is the first Swarm player to win MVP after capturing the league scoring title.

He was also named the Champion’s Cup MVP. “It’s an honor to be here playing in this league,” Thompson said in a release from the team. “It’s given me a lot of opportunities to help

me grow as a person. I’ve been grateful enough to come down here, step right in and play and be a part with people that have helped me become not just a great player but a better person … I’ve never been a part of a team like this one. Every single guy has helped in a different way, and we’re all fighting to achieve the same goal.”

In his second season with the Swarm, Thompson became the first Swarm player in franchise history to reach and surpass the 100-point threshold, capturing the NLL scoring crown with his 116 points (45G, 71A

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Georgia Swarm forward Lyle Thompson celebrates with the Champion’s Cup in Saskatoon, Sask. (Photo: Josh Schaefer/GetMyPhoto.ca)

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By Collin Huguley Staff Correspondent

SUWANEE — In the spring of 2008, Ebuka Anyaorah was on fire.

He was fresh off of his senior season at North Gwinnett that saw him average 26.3 points and 8.3 rebounds per game, and he was headed to the University of Georgia to play major Division I collegiate basketball.

Then injury would rear its ugly head.

Anyaorah missed his entire first season with the Bulldogs after suffering a stress fracture in his right tibia, and he would go on to later transfer from Georgia, and eventually wound up at North Carolina Central University, where he played until 2014.

After playing some professional basketball in Australia, Anyaorah is now back in Gwinnett where he lives and coaches for Hoop360.

But now, at 27, the former North Gwinnett star has rededicated himself to pursuing his professional basketball dreams and is training full-time alongside his coaching ventures.

“I am back at it, as far as following my dreams and pursuing my career,” Anyaorah said. “I know that I already have some interest (to play) in the Dominican Republic. But right now, I’m just going to train as hard as I can, network as hard as I can, and by the end of the summer, just weigh out all

Former North Gwinnett star Ebuka Anyaorah demonstrates some drills during last week’s Dominique Wilkins Basketball Camp at Suwanee Sports Academy in Suwanee.

(Photo: Karl L. Moore)

of the options.”

Anyaorah had the opportunity to return to play in Australia previously but was in the midst of trying out for the NBA Gatorade League (formerly known as the NBA Developmental League) affiliate of the Orlando Magic.

“For every basketball player, the NBA is their dream,” Anyaorah said.

“The G-League is just a step right under. If you can get in the G-League, a lot of it has to do with luck and opportunity, like if someone gets hurt, but you can get an opportunity somehow to play and you can make the (NBA) roster and it is a dream come true right there.”

He made it through to the

final cut but did not wind up earning a spot on the roster. And by the time he had discovered his fate at that tryout, it was too late for Anyaorah to accept the offer to return to Australia.

While the first G-League tryout did not quite go as planned, Anyaorah has learned from that experience to potentially make himself more appealing the next time around.

“I definitely want to do another (G-League) tryout but when I do it this time, I want to make sure I have a good agent so that I go to the tryout with eyes on me, as opposed to just going as a regular guy,” Anyaorah said.

But for Anyaorah, the biggest adjustments he aims

to make are in his mental approach to the game, and he hopes that those tweaks will help him rediscover the fire that he played with at North Gwinnett.

“At North Gwinnett, I was a very aggressive player, very confident player,” Anyaorah said. “Then when I got to Georgia, I got hurt and started second-guessing if I was good enough to be at a D-I level. One thing that I have noticed in chasing my career is that the majority of (the journey) is mental.”

The injury back during his Georgia days, in a sense, broke Anyaorah’s mental base in his eyes.

But with age, he feels he

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The Atlanta Hawks unveiled their plans to renovate Philips Arena on Wednesday. The cost of the project is $192.5 million. (Photo: Atlanta Hawks)

Hawks to ‘transform’ Philips Arena

By Jill Martin

open Zac Brown’s Social Club, a Southern gourmet restaurant with a live music Get ready, NBA fans: stage.

Hip-hop, country and golf “Food has always been a all are part of the Atlanta passion of mine, from ownHawks’ plan to massively ing my own restaurant on upgrade their home court.

Lake Oconee: to opening The franchise on the Social Club,” Brown Wednesday unveiled the said. “I love what food details of the “transforma- does for friends and family, tion” of Philips Arena, the it gives us all something team’s venue since 1999. to gather around and a It’s the second-biggest centerpiece for the time we redesign of an NBA arena, spend together. I’m excited behind the recent remodto open Zac Brown’s Social eling of Madison Square Club and to share it with all Garden. of Atlanta.”

The Hawks will pay Brown is known for $50 million of the $192.5 his Eat and Greet events, million project cost, with where he invites some 150 the rest covered by the city fans to enjoy a Southernof Atlanta, which owns style meal created by the building that hosts Hamlin and served from approximately 170 events “Cookie,” a custom-built and nearly 2 million guests commercial kitchen on the per year. Construction be- 54-foot-long, 18-wheeler gan June 20 and is due to that whisks the band finish during the 2018-19 around the country. season, which marks the “We both know that a Hawks’ 50th anniversary plate of food in front of in Atlanta. someone makes more of an “It’s so much more than impression and memories a renovation,” Hawks COO than an autograph,” HamThad Sheely told CNN. lin, who lives in Atlanta, “A renovation implies that said to CNN. “This is why we’re putting some paint we started Eat and Greet on the walls, maybe you back in the day on tour. added a bathroom or two Everything that we do is to your house. It doesn’t revolved around really takreally denote to scale. We ing care of our fans. Now, really are, with almost at being able to do this at $200 million, are going to Philips Arena is just very, be able to touch almost ev- very cool and amazing for ery thing and facing piece us because this is our comof the building.” munity.”

Zac Brown, Killer Mike Render, an Atlanta and Topgolf rapper, actor and Hawks The plan includes celeb- fan since childhood, will rities, including Georgia bring his signature Grafmusicians Zac Brown and fitis SWAG Barbershops to Michael Render, known as Philips Arena. The name Killer Mike. stands for “shaves, washes Brown, lead singer of the and grooming,” and the three-time Grammy-winshop will have a view of ning, multiplatinum Zac the on-court action.

Brown Band, and his exRender jumped at the ecutive chef, Rusty Hamlin opportunity, telling CNN, — both Hawks fans — will “This is definitely one of

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Kurt Busch aims for rare sweep The Sports Xchange Kurt Busch led only one lap in this year’s Daytona 500.

But it was the most important one — the final lap.

The 2004 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series champion added a win in the sport’s biggest race to his resume.

Busch returns to Daytona International Speedway for Saturday’s Coke Zero 400 Powered by Coca-Cola (7:30 p.m. on NBC) attempting to join Jimmie Johnson, Bobby Allison, LeeRoy Yarborough, Cale Yarborough and Fireball Roberts as the only drivers to sweep the races at “The World Center of Racing.”

“It couldn’t have been more of a storybook type of script from Hollywood when we won the Daytona 500,” Busch said. “I’m still jazzed about it. Going back there is going to be great. I’m going to go by the museum and see the car in Victory Lane there. We just have to do

the highlights of my life.

“After we calmly said yes, we hung up the phone and ran around the room and screamed like children,” he said. “We hope that this is just our first one in a major sports arena and not our last one.”

Topgolf simulators also will have a new home at the revamped arena, where the existing six-level wall of suites will be demolished and replaced with a new concourse, upper deck and conference center with new seating options and amenities.

Two suites will be equipped with the golf simulators, making Philips Arena the first sports-andentertainment facility to offer the Topgolf Swing Suite technology. It is also is available at the Four Seasons Hotel in Houston.

The relationship with the Hawks is a natural fit, Ron Powers, president of the Topgolf Swing Suite social experience, told CNN. After visiting with Hawks’ executives, it was one of the easiest business decisions he ever made, he said.

“You ever had that first date where everything just felt right and you were dying not to go too far, too fast?” Powers said.

“That’s the way it was with (Hawks CEO) Steve (Koonin) and I. I couldn’t wait to get back and put a deal together.”

When the project is done, the arena will have 360-degree connectivity to go with new restaurants and bars — including the first bar on an NBA floor.

The Hawks Bar, in the shape of the team’s iconic “Pac-Man” logo, will be just steps from the court.

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presented by NASCAR Cup Series driver Kurt Busch (41) celebrates winning the 2017 Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. (Photo: Jasen Vinlove-USA Today Sports)

our homework again and have everything go our way so we can win again in July.”

Busch is virtually assured a berth in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series playoffs as one of 11 different drivers to win a race this season.

It’s his only victory on the year. He also claims two top fives and eight top 10s in 16 starts.

“I’m hopeful to go back to Daytona in July and back up our win in

the Daytona 500,” Busch said. “We finished sixth at Talladega and on the last lap I was almost in the same position as Daytona. I just lost my drafting buddy Aric Almirola on the last lap.

He didn’t quite stay on our rear bumper as close as I needed him to give us a shot at the win.

That’s all you’re trying to do — putting yourself in position to win, and that’s what we want to do again in July.”

feet from the action while you’re having your cocktail and standing and talking with your friends,” Koonin told CNN. “The day of sitting in your seat, eating your hot dog and having a beer are gone forever. It’s about socialization and a great night out.”

The new center-hung scoreboard will be more than three times larger than the old one. For concerts, there will be new dressingroom and backstage areas, as well as improved acoustics in the building.

The endeavor makes Philips Arena the third Atlanta pro sports venue in recent years to undergo a huge upgrade. MercedesBenz Stadium, home to the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons and MLS’s Atlanta United, is due to open later this year.

The Atlanta Braves began playing this year at the new SunTrust Park.

Philips Arena was built in the late 1990s as a multipurpose facility for the Hawks and the NHL’s Thrashers, which played in Atlanta from 1999 to 2011.

The latest project will update the design into a basketball-first facility.

Instead of building a new arena, which contractors estimated would cost $550 million, the Hawks committed to an 18-year lease extension, keeping them at Philips Arena through 2046.

The arena will close over the next two summers for renovation but is due to be open this October for the start of the Hawks’ 20172018 season.

HOK, the largest U.S.-based architectureengineering firm and the second-largest interior design firm, is the leading architect on the project.

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Getting to Know ... David Curlette David Curlette is an assistant swimming coach at Duluth High School and has been at the school since 2003. He has also coached several summer swim league teams.

In this edition of “Getting to Know..,” Curlette speaks with sports intern Collin Huguley about topics ranging from his coaching climb to his history as a triathlete.

CH: When did you start swimming?

DC: That would’ve been 1992.

CH: How did you get into the sport? Did you have any siblings or parents that competed?

DC: Neither. I got in the sport in high school and swam for four years through high school. My brother did join the team but always swam brief periods of time and did not continue. However, I did.

CH: What drew you to the sport? What made you want to start at that time specifically?

DC: I’ve always enjoyed growing up at a pool. Unfortunately, the summer league pool that I went to did not have a swim team. I was raised through the Red Cross Swim Program, where you just learn how to swim. I was just that kid that was always at the pool. So when an opportunity came available in high school to swim and compete, I took that opportunity and found success in it.

CH: How is it teaching your athletes in your classes? Is it different with them as opposed to any other student?

DC: The kids in my classroom and the kids on the pool deck, I motivate the same way. I have the same expectations out of CH: You said that you both groups. Just as coachcoached track at Temple. ing and swimming, yes, you have individual times Did you have a backin swimming as you have ground in track during an individual class grade high school as well?

DC: No, I did not. I ran in the classroom. At the same time, it takes the coljust for the fun of it and lective sum of everyone to a little bit through collearn, whether it is in the lege. About my last two years of college, I got into classroom or swimming. triathlons. How I got into CH: Do you still coach triathlons was while I was summer league swimcoaching the club swim ming? team out there (in CarDC: I have taken this rollton), I also coached, year and last year off. for four years, the master swim program through the Prior to that, yes I coached summer league.

University of West Georgia. Most of the people CH: What is the bigthat I coached all were gest difference between triathletes. coaching at Duluth and It took them a couple summer league swimof years but they finally ming? convinced me to buy a DC: Summer league, bike and try my first one.

So, I tried my first one and it’s from ages 5 through I did well in the swim but, 18. I also developed a junior program for ages one by one, the people 3 through 5. I developed that I coached passed me a junior program where on the bike or the run. I still loved it. It was getting I taught kids the strokes of competition at a young back into competing and age. Summer league is racing. But I do not compete anymore. building from a young age all the way through. There CH: How long did you are a lot more moving compete in triathlons? parts in summer league, as DC: About three years. averse to high school. But I was training for an iron I love both of them equally man and between teaching as much. and coaching, my body could not keep up with all CH: What is your reof it. Something had to action when kids ask how give and the triathlons are they will ever use math what I had to reduce. outside of school?

DC: Oh, I love that CH: When did you ar- question. That is acturive at Duluth and what ally my favorite question subject do you teach? that gets asked. I’ll never DC: I started in the forget that I had a swim fall of 2003. At that time, parent and I had one of I taught geometry and his kids in my class. We problem solving. And just were going over imaginary as much as I love coachnumbers. The dad was an ing swimming, I fell in electrical engineer and love with teaching math he sent me like a 25-page equally, if not more. I love document outlining where being in the classroom and he’s using imaginary numI love teaching the kids. bers in his job. So it was was talking with him one day. He said, ‘Hey, why don’t you come to Duluth and we can coach and run the team together?’ And 15 years later, we are still coaching the team together and running the team together.

David Curlette is an assistant swimming and diving coach at Duluth. (Special Photo)

about it or was it something that you actively wanted to do?

DC: Both. It was something that I wanted to do. The pool that I was lifeguarding at, at the time, when a new coach took over the team, I was asked if I would like to be her assistant coach.

CH: What all did that first job teach you about coaching swimming and were you unsure if it was for you at first?

DC: I wasn’t unsure at first. I really drew to the leadership. I drew to the opportunity. The girl that I coached underneath, her name was Jennifer Foster, and she assisted me with writing workCH: Did you compete outs and teaching me her beyond high school at philosophy of training and all? programs for kids. So by DC: No, I did not. the end of our second year CH: So when did you of coaching together, I was begin coaching? writing all of the workouts DC: Right after high for the entire team. She school. The summer of ’96 really refined all of my was when I coached my ability to teach all of the first summer league team strokes. and I have been coaching ever since.

CH: How long were you at that job and how CH: How did you get did you relay that into that gig in coaching? Did the next coaching job? someone approach you DC: I was there for

two years. The following year and for the next four years, I coached with the Carrollton Bluefins under the leadership of David Weeks. I started off training the bottom groups and within four years, I was the assistant head coach of the program. (Weeks) built upon my skill set even more. I fell in love with it.

I loved watching the kids, at a young age and high school age, grow in the sport.

CH: Coaching in Carrollton (during college), does that mean that you went to West Georgia?

DC: Yes, it does.

CH: Out of college, did you continue to coach swimming right away and was Duluth the first school that you were at?

DC: No. My first school was Temple High School.

They did not have a swim team. I was there for a year and was the assistant track coach. At that time, I was competing in triathlons. So the track coach drew me in to coach distance runners for him.

I stayed for a year and then Jim Reason and I have been friends and I

one of these really cool moments to have a parent of a swimmer show that he uses what I teach in class.

But I do teach many of my lessons through real-world examples to show how math relates to the real world.

CH: Are you married and do you have a family?

DC: I am not married, I am divorced. But I do have a 4-year-old daughter who, not surprisingly, loves the water. We are always at the pool. But as much as she loves the water, we love to color and play board games and play card games and read. Just being silly.

CH: Does she have any plans on getting into summer league swimming in the next year or so?

DC: I would like to get her into summer league swimming but that is her choice. I have not brought it up to her because I want it to be something that she brings to me. She can swim, we’re actually working on breathing to the side. She’s definitely at an ability to swim but I’m just going to let (participating in summer league swimming) be her decision.

CH: Who is your favorite professional swimmer?

DC: How can anyone go wrong with Michael Phelps? His accomplishments and leadership just are astonishing.

CH: What is your favorite sport outside of swimming?

DC: Probably cycling. I do miss that aspect of the triathlons. I haven’t done as much of it as I like. But that is something that I like to do as a hobby.

CH: What is your favorite movie?

DC: I guess I have to go back to my old-time favorite, “In the Line of Fire.”

IN BRIEF Braves end the Bartolo Colon experiment

Miami FC midfielder Kwadwo Poku (10) celebrates after scoring the game winning goal against the Atlanta United during the second half at Riccardo Silva Stadium. (Photo: Jasen Vinlove-USA Today Sports)

Atlanta United eliminated from U.S. Open Cup 3-2 From Staff Reports

Vazquez headed home a cross from Kevin Kratz.

MIAMI — Atlanta Atlanta won a free kick United fell to Miami FC along the right wing, and 3-2 at Riccardo Silva Sta- Kratz perfectly sent a ball dium in the Round of 16 in into the middle of the penthe 2017 Lamar Hunt U.S. alty area that Vazquez was Open Cup. able to get a head onto.

Kwadwo Poku’s goal But Miami equalized in the 93rd minute won two minutes later from the match for Miami and Stefano Pinho. Poku eliminated Atlanta from forced a turnover, then the tournament. made a dashing run from Brandon Vazquez put midfield before playing the Atlanta ahead in the 35th forward on. There, Pinho minute with his third gathered himself just career goal, and Julian inside of the box and beat Gressel scored from the Alec Kann with a rightpenalty spot to equalize in footed shot. the 75th minute.

Rhett Bernstein put Atlanta scored the first Miami FC ahead just after goal of the match for the halftime in the 51st minfourth consecutive time as ute. Hunter Freeman’s free

kick from the left wing was perfectly placed, and the centerback was able to head it to Kann’s left.

Atlanta tied the match in the 75th minute. Andrew Carleton earned a penalty kick that Julian Gressel slotted home. But Poku won it during second-half stoppage time after he was played on by Vincenzo Rennella with a through ball from midfield.

Atlanta United (7-73, 24 points) returns to MLS action on Saturday against Columbus Crew SC. Kickoff from MAPFRE Stadium is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. and will be televised on FOX Sports Southeast.

The Atlanta Braves designated right-hander Bartolo Colon for assignment, the team announced Thursday.

The Braves called up left-hander Rex Brothers from Triple-A Gwinnett to fill the roster spot of Colon, who owns a 2-8 mark with a bloated 8.14 ERA this season.

The decline has been swift for the 44-year-old Colon after he won 62 games over the previous four seasons. The fourtime All-Star was a solid 15-8 with a 3.43 ERA for the New York Mets in 2016.

Colon rejoined the Braves on Wednesday after being on the disabled list for a strained oblique and stiff back. The return wasn’t a triumphant one, as Colon allowed six runs on eight hits with three walks in four innings of a 7-4 setback to the San Diego Padres.

Craport named All-ACC academic Norcross grad Trevor Craport earned All-ACC academic honors for the second straight year and was among four Georgia Tech baseball players on the list, which was released Thursday.

Micah Carpenter, Kel Johnson and Coleman Poje also were picked for the conference all-academic team.

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Bartolo Colon (40) was designated for assignment by the team Thursday. (Photo: Jake RothUSA TODAY Sports)

Craport, who was drafted by Baltimore in the 11th round of the draft earlier this month, has started his professional career and will put his degree in biology on hold.

Named to the 2017 AllACC third team, Craport started all 55 games for the Jackets at third base.

He was third on the team and 17th overall in the ACC with an average of .336 at the plate. He also finished the season second on the team and tied for eighth in the ACC with 20 doubles. Second on the team with 79 hits overall, Craport also had five home runs, two triples, 30 RBIs and 44 runs scored on the season. In ACC play, the junior hit a team-high .341 with 13 doubles and 44 total hits in ACC play.

in 11- and 12-year-old division.

The 12-year-old Shaw, who will be representing the Atlanta Braves, is one of 24 finalists who will take part in an array of MLB All-Star festivities, including shagging fly balls in the outfield during the Home Run Derby.

Buford’s Brewer wins shot put state title

CARROLTON — Naysa Brewer, a 7-yearold from Buford, won the shot put state championship last week in the USATF Georgia Association meet in Carrollton.

Representing Jackrabbit Running Club, Brewer has placed first in 10 of 11 meets this season. She threw a personal record of 17-feet, Shaw advances 11.748 inches in the state meet. The next closest to MLB Pitch, Hit competitor threw 13-feet 9 inches. and Run finals Brewer will compete Flowery Branch resiregionally at the Univerdent Olivia Shaw will ad- sity of North Florida in vance to the Scotts Major Jacksonville, Fla., July League Baseball Pitch, 7-9 in both shot put and the 200-meter dash at the Hit and Run national finals during MLB All-Star USATF Junior Olympics.

— From staff and week in Miami with one wire reports of the top three scores

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King Petty still rules as 80th birthday arrives

By Jonathan Ingram

said. Despite the professional demands on him, which eventually forced him to There are two reasons undergo surgery for ulcers, why Richard Petty is known Petty had taken the time to as “The King.” be a good father, too.

When he became the first Petty has known tragedy driver to win two Daytona as well as triumph early in 500s, Atlanta sportswriter his career and later in life.

Bill Robinson dubbed him When NASCAR barred “King Richard the HemiChrysler’s hemi engine in Hearted” in reference to his 1965, the manufacturer success and the Chrysler withdrew from stock car engines with hemispherical racing, and Petty went into pistons. drag racing with a PlymThen, the myth and the outh Barracuda carrying man quickly meshed. Tall, the nickname “Outlawed.”

NASCAR Cup Series owner Richard Petty looks on dur- A broken suspension sent handsome and equipped ing practice for the FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan with his 100-watt smile, it into the crowd at the International Speedway earlier this month. (Photo: Mike Petty’s manner was at once DiNovo-USA Today Sports) Southeastern Dragway near benevolent and charismatic.

Atlanta, where a 10-yearHe enjoyed playing the role stock car racing included an regular appearances in his old boy was killed. ornate signature that he has trademark Charlie 1 Horse as the driver with the most “Nothing in my whole signed hundreds of thouNASCAR victories and feathered hats after retiring life has ever gotten to me sands of times. eventually backed it up by from driving. like that,” Petty wrote in his Petty’s openness exearning his 200th in front of Even in retirement, Petty autobiography. “I couldn’t President Ronald Reagan at tended to the media and, dramatically moved the stand to think about it. I coupled with his seven Daytona in the summer of needle. His orchestrated tried drag racing again, but championships, made him 1984.

Farewell Tour established my heart wasn’t in it. I kept Petty, The King, turns 80 a regular feature in publica- a trend in racing and more thinking about the boy, so on Sunday. tions like Sports Illustrated significantly launched the I quit.”

Petty won seven Dayas well as a fixture in the souvenir market that would The next year, NASCAR tona 500s — one of several newspapers that covered generate millions over the relented and Petty came significant records that will NASCAR long before it coming decades for team back to win his second not be broken. But most of was on TV regularly. owners, manufacturers and Daytona 500. those victories came after His longtime rivals David drivers.

In the year 2000, traghis legend was first estabPearson, Bobby Allison and But it was never all about edy hit close to home. The lished in 1967, when he and Cale Yarborough were pop- fame and fortune. At his promising career of grandhis Petty Engineering team ular, too, especially among retirement announcement son Adam Petty ended in won 10 straight races. His those fans who favored Ford in 1991 at the longtime death at the New Hampshire popularity went way beyond and Chevy over Chrysler. team compound in Level Motor Speedway during a the statistics, because the But Petty’s overwhelming Cross, N.C. — next to the practice crash on board a good ol’ star from North statistics combined with his house where Petty grew up Petty-built Dodge in what Carolina, whether chewing media appeal and openand lived — his daughter is now known as the Xfinity tobacco or smoking slender ness to fans made him the Sharon summed things up Series. After Adam’s death, cigars, stayed close to his leader by far when it came during a series of speeches. Camp Victory Junction, roots and worked hard at to spreading the word on “We didn’t get to see him where critically ill children being accessible and open stock car racing. Heck, The as much as we wanted, but and their parents can share to fans. His dedication to King was even popular in he loved racing and we all summer activities without expanding the popularity of England, where he made love him very much,” she charge, was located not far The Sports Xchange

Comeau named Coach of the Year From Staff Reports DULUTH — Another day, another award for the National Lacrosse League champion Georgia Swarm.

Head coach Ed Comeau was awarded the Les Bartley Award for NLL head coach of the year on Thursday.

It was Comeau’s second time winning the award, also being honored in 2007 when he was the Rochester Knighthawks head coach.

Derek Keenan (Saskatchewan) and Jamie Batley (Vancouver) were also nominated for the Les Bartley Award.

In addition to Comeau’s award, the Georgia Swarm has also won Defensive Player of the Year (Jason Noble), Teammate of the Year (Mike Poulin), the Sportsmanship Award (Jordan Hall) and MVP (Lyle Thompson).

“First and foremost, as we say with all individual

•From Page 1B has gained the wisdom to learn to better overcome adversity.

And to also revive the killer instinct that allowed him to be one of the premier scorers in Gwinnett County.

“I failed that mental battle in college so I have just been building myself up mentally and changed my entire approach,” Anyaorah said. “I’ve got to stay true to myself and play my game. Almost all of the great players were kind of hard-headed. They didn’t change their way, and they didn’t change their game.”

Now entering his ath-

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“They push each other, they challenge each other,” he said. “They’ve taken a really big interest in learning the offense, knowing what to do and making sure that everybody else around them knows what to do, and just kind of

Division Finals and the twotime defending champion Saskatchewan Rush in the Champion’s Cup Final.

With the addition of Ladouceur in the offseason, Georgia’s offense set a new NLL record for most team goals scored in a single season with 266. MVP Lyle Thompson became the first Swarm player in franchise history to reach and surpass the 100-point mark, Georgia Swarm head coach Ed Comeau was named NLL and seven different players Coach of the Year on Thursday. (Photo: Josh Schaefer/ finished the season with 50 GetMyPhoto.ca) points or more, another NLL awards, individual awards ceur coming into the staff record. in a team sport are not truly this year was huge. Both of Under the continued leadindividual awards,” Comeau those guys are a huge part of ership of Ferris, and veterans said. “They’re team awards, our success.”

Mike Poulin, John Ranagan, and winning an award like In Comeau’s second and 2017 Defensive Player that is a function of the suc- season as the Swarm head of the Year Jason Noble, cess of the team. Secondly, I coach, the team improved Georgia’s defense improved like to say this is a coaching from an 8-10 record and a greatly. In 2016, the defense staff award. I think that’s our first-round postseason defeat allowed the second-most proof of the excellent job in 2016 to the best record goals in the league with 240. (assistant coach) Sean Ferris in the NLL in 2017 at 13-5 This year, the team allowed continues to do for us and and a postseason sweep of only 213 goals against, (assistant coach) Dan Ladou- the Toronto Rock in the East fourth-best in the league.

Anyaorah catching a break to get a crack at an NBA roster, Anyaorah is set on creating the career that he felt he let slip away before.

And when he goes after it this time, he will do so full of confidence and selfbelief.

Anyaorah will let his confidence and work ethic take him as far as they can so that even if he falls short, he will, at the very least, go down swinging.

“No confidence, no career,” Anyaorah said.

Former North Gwinnett star Ebuka Anyaorah works with “I have failed in a lot of his campers during last week’s Dominique Wilkins Bas- phases of my life when I ketball Camp at Suwanee Sports Academy in Suwanee. was supposed to display (Photo: Karl L. Moore) confidence and I didn’t. letic prime age, the clock basketball career.

Then boom, the opportuis ticking for Anyaorah to Whether it be overseas, nity is gone. Confidence is establish a professional in the G-League, or even everything.”

Norcross leading the team. They’ve got to lead the team and we’re going to go as they go. It’s been fun to watch them compete and really embrace how the offense works and understanding what to do.”

Norcross head coach Keith Maloof, and Tyler’s father, said there is no timetable for when a starter will be named. He doesn’t

expect it to be anytime before the end of the summer and said it could be as late as the team’s preseason scrimmage against Mill Creek Aug. 10.

If it was up to Keith Maloof, he would be able to avoid having to rotate the duo once the regular season starts on Aug. 19 against Colquitt County in the Corky Kell Classic.

“I don’t want to, but if I have to — if they both deserve it — that’s what we’ll do,” he said of rotating QBs. “I would like for one of them to run away with it, like anybody, because you’ll get a little bit more consistency if you’ve got one guy calling it all the time, but we’ll make that decision as we get closer to Colquitt.”

from Level Cross and stands as a tribute to the ongoing generosity of the Petty family.

Through it all, Petty has remained the handsome, humble, smiling good ol’ star dedicated to stock car racing, although there have been ups and downs on the team ownership side, too.

A post-race inspection after his 1983 victory at the Charlotte Motor Speedway revealed a dramatically over-sized engine built by his brother Maurice without the knowledge of The King.

The scandal resulted from the fact that other teams were cheating without getting caught to gain an edge in the points at a time when only a winner’s engine was inspected after the race.

NASCAR stripped Petty of the points for that race and fined him the total amount of the winner’s purse, then radically changed its procedures on engine inspections and penalties.

Petty left Petty Enterprises in favor of the team owned by Mike Curb, where he won his final two victories. Rumors persisted Petty’s narrow 200th victory over Yarborough at Daytona resulted from another oversized engine sanctioned by NASCAR. But those rumors were vigorously plied by officials at the Charlotte track, which was constantly feuding with the NASCAR owners in Daytona at the time.

The rumors included

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specific information about the engine builder and a phone call from NASCAR; they were designed to make NASCAR look hypocritical when it came to rules enforcement. Although NASCAR was long known for favoritism, today such a rumor would be known as “fake news.”

Like other legacy teams, Petty has struggled as a team owner versus the new generation of businessmen that bring millions from their success outside the sport. But Petty has remained a regular winner as a car owner, in part due to a purse structure from NASCAR that favors teams with more victories and championships. Richard Petty Motorsports has scored five victories with three different drivers since it was formed in 2009. Along the way, Petty escaped the disastrous financial boondoggle posed by charlatan sports team owner George Gillett, an initial partner.

This year, Jimmie Johnson is seeking to break a three-way tie with Petty and Dale Earnhardt, Sr. by winning an eighth championship. It’s safe to say that Johnson and Earnhardt, Sr. would likely not have enjoyed the opportunities they had to perform in a major league sport absent what Petty had accomplished on and off the track before them.

What can you say?

Happy 80th birthday to “The King.”

MVP

— both team highs).

The 24-year-old’s 45 goals fell one goal short of breaking the Swarm’s single-season record set

by Ryan Benesch, and were good for third-best in the league, tied with New England’s Kevin Crowley. His 71 assists set a new team record and were second in the league only to Matthews’ 73.

The 2015 No. 1 overall pick averaged 2.5 goals and 3.9 assists per game during the regular season and finished with a .194 shooting percentage, the highest in the NLL amongst players with at least 200 shots.

He also recorded 37 power play points (10PPG, 27PPA), three shorthand goals, and was tied for first in the league with four game-winning goals. In total, he had four games of 10 points or more.

But Thompson was not just one of the best offensive forwards. The Onondaga Nation native collected 126 loose balls (best out of the Top 24 NLL scorers), caused 15 turnovers (best among the Top 54 NLL scorers), and went 21-for-44 in faceoffs (again, best among the Top 54 NLL scorers).

Thompson contributed every chance he could to help Georgia finish with a 13-5 record and postseason sweep against the Toronto Rock in the East Division Finals and against the two-time defending champion Saskatchewan Rush.

“What I thought really differentiated him from other players in the league — winning the scoring title obviously takes a whole lot of talent, but the things he did when he didn’t have the ball, the battling for loose balls, the pressing up the floor, the going back to play defense, those are all things that were not only a big part of our success but woven into the fabric of what Lyle Thompson is,” head coach Ed Comeau said.

“He’s a complete player.

He’s not an offensive player, he’s not a defen-

sive player, he’s not a transition player. Lyle is a complete player, and I’m glad that others around the league saw what we saw.”

In the final game of the regular season against the Rochester Knighthawks on April 29, Thompson scored the goal that surpassed the NLL team record of 258 goals in a single season, set by the Rochester Knighthawks in 2002. Georgia finished the 2017 regular season with 266 goals, averaging 14.78 goals per game.

Thompson was a huge part of the final goal of the NLL season, as his assist to his brother Miles delivered the gamewinner in Game 2 of the Champion’s Cup. “In his second year in the league, to be able to win that award really shows how much he’s developing,” Comeau said. “We really think his game is going to continue to improve, which is a scary thought, but as (team captain) Jordan MacIntosh said at one point, ‘When your best player is also your hardest working player, that’s a great thing to have.’”

Lyle was part of history alongside Miles and elder brother Jerome Thompson as they took the floor for Georgia and played against their eldest brother Jeremy Thompson and the Saskatchewan Rush on Jan. 7. The four brothers playing together in the season opener set a Guinness World Record for most siblings to play in a professional lacrosse game.

“I’m thankful for the opportunity (Swarm owner and general manager) John Arlotta has given me,” Thompson said, “the coaching staff who’ve helped me build my confidence, putting the ball in my stick, not pulling me down or anything like that … My teammates who’ve helped me on and off the field.

We’ve built chemistry this year … Last, but not least, my brothers, who push me every day to become a better player, a better person.”

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David Lingmerth leads by a stroke A new putter has GAC grad Shipp in the mix at the Dogwood The Sports Xchange

David Lingmerth consistently hit fairways Thursday and took a one-stroke lead after the first round of the Quicken Loans National at the TPC Potomac Golf Club in Potomac, Md. The Swede shot a 5-under 65 by hitting 12 of 14 fairways, which tied for the most in the field.

Lingmerth began his round on the back nine and made three birdies in a span of seven holes, including three from inside 7 feet.

“I feel like that’s kind of one of my strengths, a thing I pride myself in, hitting a lot of fairways,” Lingmerth said. “I like this type of golf course when you can see the definition, you can zone in on your targets. You’ve really got to stay committed off the tee.”

Troy Merritt, who won this event two years ago at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club, fired a bogeyfree 4-under 66 and is in a six-way tie for second.

He was joined by Marc Leishman, Johnson Wagner, Sung Kang,

By Stan Awtrey

David Lingmerth tees off on the seventh hole during the first round of the Quicken Loans National golf tournament at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm. (Photo: Peter CaseyUSA Today Sports)

Nick Taylor and Daniel Sumerhays.

Merritt finished the round with four birdies, including two on par-3s.

“This is a big ballpark,” Merritt said.

“Guys have to play really solid. It doesn’t necessarily benefit the bombers or the short guy; it benefits the guy who hits it in play and can make a lot of pars.”

Leishman’s round featured three straight birdies on holes No. 13 to 15. He played alongside Rickie Fowler, who finished the round with an even-par 70 and was five strokes off the lead.

Fowler is the topranked player in the field and struggled early before coming on late.

Fowler birdied the 12th hole, hit par on 13 and

fired birdies on the next two holes.

“After the start, good to come back and make birdie on 12,” Fowler said. “Like I said, just a couple missed early, first couple holes and a couple coming in.”

Defending champion Billy Hurley III shot a 73.

He recorded four bogeys in a span of six holes and hit eight of 14 fairways.

Atlanta Dream to face surging Sparks The Sports Xchange The Atlanta Dream stopped a Los Angeles Sparks hot streak last season.

They’ll try to do it again tonight, when the surging Sparks visit McCamish Pavilion.

After an uneven start, Los Angeles has found its rhythm and is playing its best basketball of the season. The defendingchampion Sparks have won six in a row, including an 87-79 road win over the Connecticut Sun on Tuesday.

“We’re getting better defensively,” Los Angeles coach Brian Angler told

Clemson, Georgia Tech ATLANTA — A new sophoputter has helped energize more Ben Shipp at the 51st Andy Dogwood Invitational at Ogletree and Duke the Druid Hills Golf Club.

Ben Shipp sophoShipp, a graduate of more Greater Atlanta Christian who will be a sophomore Adam Eaton. Ogletree this fall at N.C. State, shot shot 64, the lowest score posted during the tournaa 69 on Thursday and stands at 9-under 135 and ment.

“I hit a bad wedge at in a tie for eighth.

No. 11, but was able to Shipp borrowed a get up and down and I Scotty Cameron GOLO felt that was probably 5 putter from a buddy and hasn’t missed for two the turning point of the round,” Ogletree said. “I days.

“I feel very good about got lucky and birdied No. 17 and had 30 coming in. my chances,” Shipp said.

It was pretty fun.”

“I’ve got a lot of people The three players tied supporting me, cheerat 10-under 134 are recent ing me on back home (at Campbell University gradBerkeley Hills Country uate Gaston Bertinotti, Club).” recent Seton Hall graduHe does plan to return ate Lloyd Go and Dougthe putter to his friend.

“I’ve got one ordered,” lasville’s Austin Fulton, who will be a freshman he said with a laugh.

Shipp bogeyed the first this fall at Mississippi State. hole and the last hole on Four shots back at 9-unThursday, leaving him der is the group of Georwith a 35-34 69. gia Tech sophomore Luke “Today I left some out Schniederjans, Shipp, there,” he said. “I played Georgia Southern junior well. I was in control. I Steven Fisk, Guilford feel good going into the college golf coach Justin last two days.”

Tereshko and Auburn Shipp will be chasing junior Jacob Solomon. leader Dawson ArmDefending champion strong, a senior at LipCharles Huntzinger, a scomb University, who shot a second-round 65 on Peachtree Ridge graduate Thursday and stands alone and a junior at Penn State, rallied from a horrible in first place at 13-under first nine to shoot 71 131. and stands tied for 17th Armstrong won the at 6-under. Huntzinger Dogwood Invitational in started on the back nine 2015 and tied for second and went triple-bogey, boin 2016. No player has won the tournament twice gey, bogey to shoot 38. He rebounded to birdie three since play was resumed in 1994. The last multiple of the final four holes and winner of the tournament remains in contention.

The cut fell at 3-under, was Bill Harvey in 1967 leaving 42 players to comand 1971. pete on the weekend.

“I gave myself a ton Among those who of looks inside five feet,” failed to make it to the Armstrong said. “I think I may have made one putt weekend is S.M. Lee of Buford. The Dalton Unioutside six feet all day. I versity sophomore carded was hitting my wedges well, my short irons were a pair of 72s.

The threat of bad better and I was able to weather on Friday has take advantage of the caused tournament offiholes you have to take cials to begin competition advantage of.” at 7:30 a.m. Players will Armstrong starts the weekend with a two stroke be grouped in threesomes and will start on the first lead over first-round leader Bryson Nimmer of and 10th tees.

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reporters after the Connecticut win. “At the start of the season we were one of the bottom two teams.

I’m not sure where we are now, but we’re better than that.”

The Sparks were playing well last year, too, when they arrived in Atlanta for a July 17 showdown with the Dream.

Los Angeles entered that game with a 20-1 record, the best start in WNBA history, but were shut down by the Dream in a 91-74 loss.

“It’s completely different years. Last year was historical. It’s hard to match that,” Sparks forward Candace Parker told

reporters Tuesday. “We’re just trying to stay in this game and figure out what works this year.”

While Los Angeles has found its stride, the Dream are struggling, having lost five of six, including a disappointing 82-78 home loss to the Chicago Sky last week.

Atlanta beat the Sparks, 75-73, on May 28, behind 24 points by forward Tiffany Hayes.

The Dream’s defense held the Sparks to 41.7 percent shooting and forced 17 turnovers.

“I think we need to do what we did the first time and that’s get up on defense,” Dream forward

Brittney Sykes said this week. “That was the first team ever had three shotclock violations in a row against and that came just from a pure defensive mindset and ability. I think if we come out and do that, and we score the ball and run them up and down the floor, we have a great possibility to win.”

The Dream could receive a boost from the return of forward Sancho Lyttle, who led Spain to the 2017 FIBA EuroBasket championship with a 19-point, eight-rebound performance in the final.

Lyttle is averaging 7.3 points and 7.7 rebounds for the Dream this season.

Gordon Hayward set to meet with Heat The Sports Xchange

his first All-Star game last season, will also consider Highly coveted forward remaining with the Utah Gordon Hayward will Jazz or departing for the open the free-agent proBoston Celtics. cess by meeting with the Hayward averaged 21.9 Miami Heat on Saturday, points for the Jazz last according to multiple season. The 27-year-old reports. reportedly will meet with Hayward, who played in the Jazz on Monday.

Utah is hoping to retain Hayward, who emerged as the face of the franchise last season. The Jazz can offer him a five-year deal worth approximately $180 million.

The Heat and Celtics can offer four-years deals of approximately four

years for $127 million.

The Celtics have long held an interest in Hayward due to coach Brad Stevens once being Hayward’s college coach at Butler.

The NBA free-agency period begins at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday.

SPORTS AT A GLANCE Baseball NATIONAL LEAGUE East Division

W L Pct GB L10 Washington. . ........ 47.32..595..... —... 5-5 Atlanta. . ............... 37.40..481...... 9... 7-3 Miami.................. 35.41..461..10.5... 5-5 New York.. ............ 35.42..455..... 11... 5-5 Philadelphia. . ....... 26.51..338.... 20... 4-6 Central Division

W L Pct GB L10 Milwaukee.. .......... 41.39..512..... —... 4-6 Chicago............... 40.39..506..... .5... 5-5 St. Louis.............. 37.41..474...... 3... 6-4 Pittsburgh............ 36.42..462...... 4... 5-5 Cincinnati............ 33.44..429... 6.5... 4-6 West Division

W L Pct GB L10 Los Angeles......... 52.28..650..... —... 8-2 Arizona................ 50.30..625...... 2... 6-4 Colorado. . ............ 47.34..580... 5.5... 2-8 San Diego. . .......... 32.46..410.....19... 5-5 San Francisco...... 30.51..370..22.5... 4-6 Tuesday’s Games Washington 6, Chicago Cubs 1 Cincinnati 8, Milwaukee 6 Miami 6, N.Y. Mets 3 Arizona 6, St. Louis 5, 10 innings Atlanta 3, San Diego 0 San Francisco 4, Colorado 3, 14 innings Wednesday’s Games San Francisco 5, Colorado 3 Washington 8, Chicago Cubs 4 Cincinnati 4, Milwaukee 3 N.Y. Mets 8, Miami 0 St. Louis 4, Arizona 3 San Diego 7, Atlanta 4 Thursday’s Games St. Louis 10, Arizona 4 Chicago Cubs 5, Washington 4 Milwaukee (Nelson 5-4) at Cincinnati (Bailey 0-1), late N.Y. Mets (Lugo 2-1) at Miami (Urena 6-2), late Atlanta (Garcia 2-5) at San Diego (Lamet 2-2), late Today’s Games San Francisco (Cueto 5-7) at Pittsburgh (Cole 6-6), 7:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs (Montgomery 1-4) at Cincinnati (Feldman 6-5), 7:10 p.m.

Philadelphia (Lively 1-2) at N.Y. Mets (deGrom 7-3), 7:10 p.m.

Miami (Volquez 4-8) at Milwaukee (Garza 3-4), 8:10 p.m.

Washington (Roark 6-5) at St. Louis (Leake 5-6), 8:15 p.m.

Colorado (Gray 0-0) at Arizona (Ray 8-3), 9:40 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers (Wood 8-0) at San Diego (Richard 5-7), 10:10 p.m.

INTERLEAGUE AT NATIONAL LEAGUE Tuesday’s Games Tampa Bay 4, Pittsburgh 2, 10 innings L.A. Dodgers 4, L.A. Angels 0 Wednesday’s Games Pittsburgh 6, Tampa Bay 2

Thursday’s Games Tampa Bay (Archer 6-4) at Pittsburgh (Taillon 3-2), late AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division

W L Pct GB L10 New York.. ............ 42.34..553..... —... 4-6 Boston................. 43.35..551..... —... 5-5 Tampa Bay. . ......... 41.39..512...... 3... 6-4 Baltimore............. 38.39..494... 4.5... 5-5 Toronto................ 37.40..481... 5.5... 5-5 Central Division

W L Pct GB L10 Cleveland............ 42.36..538..... —... 5-5 Minnesota. . .......... 40.36..526...... 1... 6-4 Kansas City......... 38.39..494... 3.5... 6-4 Detroit................. 35.43..449...... 7... 3-7 Chicago............... 33.44..429... 8.5... 2-8 West Division

W L Pct GB L10 Houston............... 54.26..675..... —... 8-2 Los Angeles......... 42.40..512.....13... 6-4 Texas. . ................. 39.40..494..14.5... 5-5 Seattle................. 39.41..488.....15... 6-4 Oakland............... 35.44..443..18.5... 4-6 Tuesday’s Games Baltimore 3, Toronto 1 Boston 9, Minnesota 2 Texas 2, Cleveland 1 Detroit 5, Kansas City 3 Chicago White Sox 4, N.Y. Yankees 3 Oakland 6, Houston 4 Wednesday’s Games Toronto 4, Baltimore 0 Minnesota 4, Boston 1 Cleveland 5, Texas 3 Kansas City 8, Detroit 2 N.Y. Yankees 12, Chicago White Sox 3 Houston 11, Oakland 8 Thursday’s Games Cleveland 5, Texas 1 Detroit 7, Kansas City 3 Houston 6, Oakland 1 Baltimore 2, Toronto 0 Minnesota (Gibson 4-5) at Boston (Price 2-2), late N.Y. Yankees (Cessa 0-2) at Chicago White Sox (Shields 1-1), late Today’s Games Tampa Bay (Faria 3-0) at Baltimore (Tillman 1-5), 7:05 p.m.

Boston (Fister 0-1) at Toronto (Estrada 4-6), 7:07 p.m.

Cleveland (Tomlin 4-9) at Detroit (Sanchez 0-0), 7:10 p.m.

N.Y. Yankees (Pineda 7-4) at Houston (McCullers Jr. 7-1), 8:10 p.m.

Texas (Bibens-Dirkx 3-0) at Chicago White Sox (Pelfrey 3-6), 8:10 p.m.

Minnesota (Santana 10-4) at Kansas City (Vargas 11-3), 8:15 p.m.

Seattle (Gaviglio 3-2) at L.A. Angels (Bridwell 2-0), 10:07 p.m.

INTERLEAGUE AT AMERICAN LEAGUE Tuesday’s Games Philadelphia 8, Seattle 2 Wednesday’s Games Philadelphia 5, Seattle 4

L.A. Angels 3, L.A. Dodgers 2 Thursday’s Games L.A. Dodgers (Kershaw 11-2) at L.A. Angels (Ramirez 7-5), late Today’s Games Atlanta (Foltynewicz 5-5) at Oakland (Gray 3-3), 10:05 p.m.

Basketball Women’s National Basketball Association EASTERN CONFERENCE

W L Pct GB Washington........ 9... 5....643...... — New York........... 7... 5....583....... 1 Indiana.............. 7... 7....500....... 2 Connecticut....... 6... 7....462.... 2.5 Atlanta............... 5... 6....455.... 2.5 Chicago............. 3..11....214....... 6 WESTERN CONFERENCE

W L Pct GB Minnesota........ 11... 1....917...... — Los Angeles..... 10... 3....769..... 1.5 Phoenix............. 7... 5....583....... 4 Dallas................ 8... 8....500....... 5 Seattle............... 6... 7....462.... 5.5 San Antonio....... 0. 14....000......12 Tuesday’s Games Washington 100, Seattle 70 Los Angeles 87, Connecticut 79 Wednesday’s Game Indiana 82, Chicago 75 Thursday’s Games New York at Washington, late Seattle at Connecticut, late Today’s Games Los Angeles at Atlanta, 7:30 p.m.

Chicago at San Antonio, 8 p.m.

Minnesota at Phoenix, 10 p.m.

NASCAR Monster Cup Series Points Leaders Through Jun. 26 1. Kyle Larson, 659 points.

2. Martin Truex Jr., 646.

3. Kevin Harvick, 548.

4. Kyle Busch, 542.

5. Brad Keselowski, 519.

6. Chase Elliott, 509.

7. Jimmie Johnson, 483.

8. Jamie McMurray, 477.

9. Denny Hamlin, 476.

10. Joey Logano, 434.

11. Clint Bowyer, 427.

12. Matt Kenseth, 423.

13. Ryan Blaney, 415.

14. Kurt Busch, 389.

15. Ryan Newman, 367.

16. Erik Jones, 358.

17. Ricky Stenhouse Jr., 355.

18. Trevor Bayne, 337.

19. Daniel Suarez, 334.

20. Austin Dillon, 322.

21. Kasey Kahne, 305.

22. Dale Earnhardt Jr., 293.

23. Ty Dillon, 273.

24. Paul Menard, 259.

25. Michael McDowell, 223.

26. Chris Buescher, 223.

27. A.J. Allmendinger, 213.

28. Danica Patrick, 196.

29. David Ragan, 191.

30. Aric Almirola, 188.

31. Cole Whitt, 183.

32. Matt DiBenedetto, 160.

33. Landon Cassill, 160.

34. Corey LaJoie, 98.

35. Gray Gaulding, 82.

36. Reed Sorenson, 72.

37. Jeffrey Earnhardt, 65.

38. Michael Waltrip, 29.

39. Derrike Cope, 26.

40. Billy Johnson, 15.

41. Boris Said, 8.

42. Alon Day, 5.

43. Kevin O’Connell, 4.

44. Cody Ware, 4.

45. Tommy Regan, 3.

46. D.J. Kennington, 1.

47. Brendan Gaughan, 0.

48. Elliott Sadler, 0.

49. Joey Gase, 0.

50. Darrell Wallace Jr., 0.

51. Timmy Hill, 0.

52. Ross Chastain, 0.

53. Regan Smith, 0.

54. J.J. Yeley, 0.

55. Ryan Sieg, 0.

56. Carl Long, 0.

57. Josh Bilicki, 0.

58. Alex Bowman, 0.

NASCAR Xfinity Series Points Leaders Through Jun. 26 1. Elliott Sadler, 502 points.

2. Justin Allgaier, 477.

3. William Byron, 445.

4. Daniel Hemric, 356.

5. Ryan Reed, 347.

6. Brennan Poole, 336.

7. Cole Custer, 322.

8. Darrell Wallace Jr., 321.

9. Matt Tifft, 310.

10. Michael Annett, 304.

11. Dakoda Armstrong, 276.

12. Blake Koch, 275.

13. Ryan Sieg, 251.

14. Brendan Gaughan, 249.

15. J.J. Yeley, 225.

16. Jeremy Clements, 219.

17. Brandon Jones, 210.

18. Ross Chastain, 206.

19. Spencer Gallagher, 187.

20. Tyler Reddick, 173.

21. Garrett Smithley, 165.

22. Joey Gase, 163.

23. David Starr, 147.

24. Harrison Rhodes, 138.

25. B.J. McLeod, 107.

26. Ray Black Jr., 105.

27. Timmy Hill, 93.

28. Ben Kennedy, 88.

29. Casey Mears, 84.

30. Dylan Lupton, 82.

31. Jeff Green, 67.

32. Kyle Benjamin, 66.

33. Quin Houff, 57.

34. Mike Harmon, 51.

35. Brandon Brown, 50.

36. Tommy Joe Martins, 43.

37. Scott Lagasse Jr., 42.

38. Drew Herring, 35.

39. Mario Gosselin, 33.

40. Josh Williams, 29.

41. Brandon Hightower, 26.

42. Martin Roy, 22.

43. Jeb Burton, 19.

44. Carl Long, 18.

45. Chris Cockrum, 16.

46. Anthony Kumpen, 15.

47. Alex Labbe, 13.

48. Benny Gordon, 10.

49. Josh Bilicki, 10.

50. Sam Hornish Jr., 10.

51. Mark Thompson, 9.

52. Morgan Shepherd, 8.

53. Todd Bodine, 7.

54. Cale Conley, 5.

55. Stephen Leicht, 5.

56. Dexter Bean, 4.

57. Spencer Boyd, 4.

58. Chad Finchum, 3.

59. Ty Majeski, 3.

60. Clint King, 3.

61. Kyle Larson, 0.

62. Erik Jones, 0.

63. Ryan Blaney, 0.

64. Joey Logano, 0.

65. Brad Keselowski, 0.

66. Kyle Busch, 0.

67. Denny Hamlin, 0.

68. Aric Almirola, 0.

69. Kevin Harvick, 0.

70. Kasey Kahne, 0.

71. Daniel Suarez, 0.

72. Austin Dillon, 0.

73. Christopher Bell, 0.

74. Ty Dillon, 0.

75. Paul Menard, 0.

76. Corey LaJoie, 0.

77. Jordan Anderson, 0.

78. Matt Mills, 0.

79. Korbin Forrister, 0.

80. Dale Earnhardt Jr., 0.

81. Charles Stark, 0.

Transactions BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX—Sent LHP Eduardo Rodriguez on a rehab assignment to Portland (EL).

CHICAGO WHITE SOX—Placed RHP Jake Petricka on the 10-day DL. Recalled RHP Juan Minaya from Charlotte (IL).

CLEVELAND INDIANS—Signed SS Tyler Freeman.

HOUSTON ASTROS—Signed RHP Carlos Pimental.

KANSAS CITY ROYALS—Signed RHP Tad Ratliff to a minor league contract.

LOS ANGELES ANGELS—Sent RHP Bud Norris on a rehab assignment to Inland Empire (CAL).

MINNESOTA TWINS—Sent SS Ehire Adrianza on a rehab assignment to Rochester (IL).

TEXAS RANGERS—Activated RHP Andrew Cashner from the 10-day DL. Optioned RHP Preston Claiborne to Round Rock (PCL).

TORONTO BLUE JAYS—Sent CF Dalton Pompey on a rehab assignment to Dunedin (FSL).

National League ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS—Optioned RHP Braden Shipley to Reno (PCL).

Recalled 2B Ildemaro Vargas from Reno (PCL).

ATLANTA BRAVES—Designated RHP Bartolo Colon for assignment. Selected the contract of LHP Rex Brothers from Gwinnett (IL). Sent RHP Chaz Roe on a rehab assignment to GCL (GCL).

CHICAGO CUBS—Sent 2B Ben Zobrist on a rehab assignment to Tennessee (SL).

LOS ANGELES DODGERS—Signed OF Blake Gailen to a minor league contract.

MILWAUKEE BREWERS—Placed RHP Chase Anderson on the 10-day DL. Recalled RHP Jorge Lopez from Biloxi (SL).

ST. LOUIS CARDINALS—Signed C Zach Jackson.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS—Signed 3B Daniel Gamache to a minor league contract.

BASKETBALL National Basketball Association DETROIT PISTONS—Announced the organization has signed a two-year extension with Grand Rapids Drive to remain as their G League affiliate. Named Rex Walters assistant coach.

HOUSTON ROCKETS—Acquired PF Jarrod Uthoff from the Dallas Mavericks for cash considerations.

FOOTBALL National Football League DALLAS COWBOYS—Signed DB Jourdan Lewis to a four-year contract.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL NORTH TEXAS—Announced WR Tyler Wilson has left the program and is expected to transfer to another school.

HOCKEY National Hockey League CALGARY FLAMES—Signed RW Kris Versteeg to a one-year, $1.75 million contract extension.

CAROLINA HURRICANES—Signed D Philip Samuelsson to a one-year, two-way contract worth $650,000. Signed LW Brock McGinn to a two-year, $1.775 million contract.

COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS—Announced the contract of LW Scott Hartnell has been bought out.

DETROIT RED WINGS—Signed D Brian Lashoff to a two-year, two-way contract extension worth $1.3 million. Signed D Dylan McIlrath to a two-year, two-way contract extension.

EDMONTON OILERS—Waived LW Benoit Pouliot.

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS City of Peachtree Corners 147 Technology Parkway, Suite 200 Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 PTC 17.01 GDOT LMIG Sidewalks 2017 Separate sealed Bids for the construction of PTC 17.01 GDOT LMIG Sidewalks 2017 will be received by the City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia at Peachtree Corners City Hall located at 147 Technology Parkway, Suite 200, Peachtree Corners, Georgia 30092 until 2:00 P.M. local time, July 20, 2017, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. The project generally consists of sidewalk improvements including shoulder grading and concrete sidewalk.

The Contract Documents, consisting of Advertisement for Bids, Information for Bidders, Bid, Bid Security, Agreement, General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, Payment Bond, Performance Bond, Notice of Award, Notice to Proceed, Change Order, Drawings, Certificate of Substantial Completion, Specifications and Addenda may be examined at the following locations: City of Peachtree Corners McGraw-Hill Online Plan Room 147 Technology Parkway www.construction.com/projectcenter/ Suite 200 Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 AGC Builders Exchange 4485 South Atlanta Road Keck & Wood, Inc. Smyrna, Georgia 30080 3090 Premiere Parkway Suite 200 CMD (formerly Reed Construction Data) Duluth, Georgia 30097 (Online Plan Room) Phone: (678) 417-4000 www.cmdgroup.com In order to assure that Bidders receive all addenda and or clarifications to the bid documents in a timely manner, it is highly recommended that all bidders obtain at least one complete set of Bid Documents directly from the Engineer. Entities that do not purchase Bid Documents from the Engineer will not be on the Engineer’s plans holder list and will not receive addenda and or clarifications to the bid documents directly from the Engineer. Bidders relying on plans rooms or other services to obtain the Bid Documents, rather than purchasing them directly from the Engineer, are doing so at their own risk. Sets of the Bid Documents may be obtained at the office of Keck & Wood, Inc., the Engineer, upon payment of a nonrefundable fee of $100.00 for each set. Bidders may also purchase a CD containing Bid Documents in PDF format for a nonrefundable fee of $25.00.

S/ Greg Ramsey P.E., Public Works Director City of Peachtree Corners June 16, 2017 9 0 2 - 4 9 3 7 1 1 , 6/23,30,7/7,14

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CITY OF PEACHTREE CORNERS PUBLIC NOTICE APH 2017-07 531210-056 PLACE: City of Peachtree Corners City Hall 147 Technology Pkwy Suite 200 DATE & TIME: July 18th, 2017 7:00 P.M. PURPOSE: Alcoholic Beverage License Application Consumption on Premise, Beer, Wine, Distilled Spirits and Sunday Sales APPLICANT: Edgar Yobans Espinoza – Flores Corona Restaurant and Bar at Winters Chapel 4939 Winters Chapel Rd, Ste 800 Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 904-494006, 6/23,30 NOTICE The City of Sugar Hill Mayor and City Council will hold a Public Hearing to consider issuance of a Beer and Wine Retail Sales License for Mercado Fresco 2, LLC, applicant Lisa Reeves, located at 4450 Nelson Brogdon Blvd., Sugar Hill, GA 30518.

The meeting will be held on Monday, July 10, 2017, 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, 5039 West Broad Street, Sugar Hill, Georgia. Any comments concerning this application will be taken at this time. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Beer and Wine License contact Jane Whittington, City Clerk at 770-945-6716.

904-495771, 6/30

PUBLIC HEARINGS CITY OF DULUTH NOTICE OF DISPOSITION OF MUNICIPAL PROPERTY Pursuant to Section 36-376 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated and Article VI, Section 6.31, of the Duluth Charter, please be advised that the City of Duluth shall sell at public sale by on-line bidding to the highest bidder, 4 vehicles.

Interested bidders may visit the Copart website at www. copart.com for questions and registration.

Said sale will occur through the Copart on line website at www.copart.com.

Bidding will commence on 7/3/17 Any remaining vehicles will be held over for a subsequent auction every Monday thereafter until all vehicles are sold.

Such sale shall be to the highest responsible bidder in an “as is� condition with no warranties of any nature, either expressed or implied, either as to merchantable title, quality or performance, and the City of Duluth shall have the right to reject any and all bids, or to cancel the proposed sale.

The following are for sale: 2004 Toyota Camry 4

4T1BE32K14U861238 2008 Dodge Charger 2B3KA43R38H116597 Filed for advertisement This the 27th day of June 2017 City Clerk Teresa S. Lynn 928-495701, 6/30 NOTICE OF SALE: Notice is hereby given to the owners, lienholders and other interested parties that the following described vehicle will be sold at public auction July 14, 2017, 8:00am.

Gwinnett Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 5054 Highway 78, Stone Mountain, GA 30087.

2009 Dodge Ram 1D3HB16P69H522556. Seller reserves the right to reject any bid and the right to bid.

928-494131, 6/23,30 MCCULLOUGH TOWING 4431 BUFORD HWY NORCROSS, GA 30071 770-263-8483 6/26/17 NOTICE OF ABANDONED MOTOR VEHICLE The following vehicle, advertised to O.C.G.A.Code Section 40-11-12, is being stored at 4431 Buford Hwy, Norcross, Ga. 30071. 770263-8483.

This vehicle is being deemed abandoned and will be auctioned or disposed of if not claimed by the legal owner and or lien holder.

The Vehicle was impounded from 3600 Park Lake Ln, Peachtree Corners, Ga. On 06/20/17, at the request of the property owner or manager.

Polaris VIN# JSPLE09800E000 TAG# GA0745US 928-495244,6/30,7/7 ABANDONED VEHICLES: RE: 2017 Tao Tao Scooter VIN L9NTEACB2H1050973 LICENSE PLATE NO. NO TAG COLOR BLACK TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: The above scooter was initially removed from Tom Smith Road and Wentworth Road in Lilburn, Ga. It is presently located at 770-3811140 at 2775 Simpson Circle in Norcross, Georgia, in possession of Statewide Wrecker Service, Inc. Attempts to locate the owner have been unsuccessful. The scooter is deemed abandoned under O.C.G.A. 40-11-2 and will be disposed of if not redeemed.

This notice is given pursuant to Georgia Law. RE: Trek 1600 S Bicycle VIN NO VIN LICENSE PLATE NO. NO TAG COLOR SILVER TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: The above bicycle was initially removed from 4550 Annistown Road And Ross Road in Lilburn, Ga. It is presently located at 770-3811140 at 2775 Simpson Circle in Norcross, Georgia, in possession of Statewide Wrecker Service, Inc. Attempts to locate the owner have been unsuccessful. The bicycle is deemed abandoned under O.C.G.A. 40-11-2 and will be disposed of if not redeemed.

This notice is given pursuant to Georgia Law. RE: 2008 Bashan 147cc Scooter VIN LHJLC79F68B003358 LICENSE PLATE NO. NO TAG COLOR GREY TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: The above scooter was initially removed from Patterson Road and Highway 29 in Lawrenceville, Ga. It is presently located at 770-3811140 at 2775 Simpson Circle in Norcross, Georgia, in possession of Statewide Wrecker Service, Inc. Attempts to locate the owner have been unsuccessful. The scooter is deemed abandoned under O.C.G.A. 40-11-2 and will be disposed of if not redeemed.

This notice is given pursuant to Georgia Law. RE: 2014 Jonway Gator YY50QT-6 Scooter VIN L8YTCAPF9EY300280 LICENSE PLATE NO. NO TAG COLOR BLACK TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: The above scooter was initially removed from 902 Rockbridge Road in Lilburn, Ga. It is presently located at 770-381-1140 at 2775 Simpson Circle in Norcross, Georgia, in possession of Statewide Wrecker Service, Inc. Attempts to locate the owner have been unsuccessful. The scooter is deemed abandoned under O.C.G.A. 40-11-2 and will be disposed of if not redeemed. This notice is given pursuant to Georgia Law. 928-494627, 6/30,7/7 MCCULLOUGH TOWING 4431 BUFORD HWY NORCROSS, GA 30071 770-263-8483 6/20/17 NOTICE OF ABANDONED MOTOR VEHICLE The following vehicle, advertised to O.C.G.A.Code Section 40-11-12, is being stored at 4431 Buford Hwy, Norcross, Ga. 30071. 770263-8483.

This vehicle is being deemed abandoned and will be auctioned or disposed of if not claimed by the legal owner and or lien holder.

The Vehicle was impounded from 3400 Winterset Pkwy, Marietta, Ga. On 06/14/17, at the request of the property owner or manager.

Yamaha Wave Runner VIN# YAML6041A494 TAG# AL5992FC AL 928-494382, 6/23,30

PUBLIC SALES/ AUCTIONS NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following self-storage Cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart 3766 Holcomb Bridge Rd Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 to satisfy a lien on July 13, 2017 at approx. 2:00 pm at www. storagetreasures.com] Name Unit # General Description of Property Staeshawn Dominque Speller 391 Household Items

Geetanandana Poosarla 253 Household Items Themba Koyi 288 Household Items June Finley 2 8 7 Household Items Kim Catherine Riley 380 Household Items Alaina Cash 3 9 9 Household Items 929-494004, 6/23,30 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following self-storage Cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash

by CubeSmart #6929, 5985 South Norcross Tucker Road, Norcross, GA 30093, to satisfy a lien 07/13/2017 at approx. 2:00 PM. at www. storagetreasures.com.

Name Unit # Colby L. Wright A033 Patricia Joyce Dambach Cirko A050 Yolanda Y Colon B060 Erika Mead B107 Claudia Udah C095 Craig Williams D018 Veronica J.Atkins D043 Nalley Zenil O. D050 Monique Green E004 Dee Perez E011 929-494007, 6/23,30 PUBLIC SALE THESE VEHICLES WILL BE SOLD FOR PUBLIC OUTCRY FOR CASH AT STATEWIDE WRECKER SERVICE LOCATED AT 2775 SIMPSON CIRCLE, NORCROSS, GEORGIA AT 10:00 A.M. ON JULY 08, 2017. THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES ARE DECLARED ABANDONED AND FORECLOSED VEHICLES PURSUANT TO OCGA 40-11-5.

ESTOS VEHICULOS SERAN VENDIDOS AL PUBLICO POR DINERO EN EFECTIVO EN STATEWIDE WRECKER SERVICE LOCALIZADO EN 2775 SIMPSON CIRCLE, NORCROSS, GEORGIA A LAS 10:00 A.M. EN 08 JULY 2017 . LOS SIGUIENTES VEHICULOS AN SIDO DECLARADOS ABANDONADOS Y CERRADOS DE ACUERDO A OCGA 40-11-5 NUEVA LOCALIZACION 770-381-1140 www.swsatlanta.com Dual Axle Utility Trailer NO VIN Honda Engine ENGINE #4025614 2006 Nissan Quest 5N1BV28U76N127090 2012 Bashan Scooter LHJTLBBN2CB101543 Sign Holding Trailer NO VIN 2008 Chrysler 300 2C3KA43R68H176828 1995 Pontiac Bonneville 1G2HX52K4S4247581 1999 Ford Explorer 1FMZU34X4XZC00322 2003 Ford Escape 1FMCU04173KB55041 1995 Chevrolet Suburban 1GNGC26K6SJ424880 2004 Nissan Sentra 3N1CB51D04L829314 2004 Nissan Maxima 1N4BA41E04C901502 1988 International CF 700 Box Truck JPAWTYSP7JCR42002 2007 Lincoln Town Car 1LNHM82W87Y610839 2003 Jaguar S-Type SAJEA01T53FM60270 2003 Acura 3.2 TL 19UUA566X3A057555 2006 Ford F-150 1FTRW12W26KE00197 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 1GCEC14X56Z133951 2004 Acura MDX 2HNYD18774H538432 2005 Acura TL 19UUA662X5A019653 2005 Saturn ION 1G8AJ52FX5Z101415 2005 Ford Expedtion 1FMPU17575LA39499 2007 Toyota Camry 4T1BE46K37U623413 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 2GTEC19T541181333 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 1GNFK16R3XJ554189 Homemade Trailer NO VIN 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe 1GNEC13Z62J256984 1995 Cadillac Deville 1G6KD52B2SU245213 1998 Chevrolet S-10 1GCCS1944WK203988 2006 Chrysler 300 2C3LA53G66H324823 1999 Chevrolet Express 1GAHG39R3X1062538 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport 1GMDX03E3WD233940 2004 Kia Sedona KNDUP131746593723 2005 Honda Civic Hybrid JHMES96645S026806 2015 Master Tow Trailer 4DFRG1210FN117161 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 1G1JC524817169600 *** REBUILT *** 1999 Nissan Maxima JN1CA21A2XT703088 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage JA3AY26C9YU023242 2003 Nissan Altima 1N4BL11D93C120248 1998 Acura 3.0 CL 19UYA2254WL002301 2008 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WB58K189278908 1998 Ford Escort 1FAFP13P6WW164935 929-494628, 6/30,7/7 There will be sold at public outcry for cash at Willard Wrecker Service, 719 Shadburn Avenue, Buford, GA 30518, on Saturday, July 15, 2017 at 11:00 AM the following vehicles declared abandoned or foreclosed vehicles pursuant to O.C.G.A Section 40-11-05, as follows: # Ye a r Make Model VIN 1 2005 Toyota Camry 4T1BE32K85U390738 2 2006 Marsen 4-Wheeler LMHSCKL1861031702 3 4x8 Utility

Trailer

4 1998 Isuzu Trooper JACDJ58X4W7904543 5 2007 Honda Accord 1HGCM56867A139034 6 1996 Honda Accord 1HGCD5636TA046738 7 Nissan

2002 Sentra

PUBLIC SALES/ AUCTIONS 3N1CB51D22L664766 8 1985 BMW 528e WBADK8307F9545491 9 2003 Ford Windstar 2FMDA53433BB22716 10 2002 Toyota Camry 4T1BE30KX2U051252 11 1996 Pontiac Grand Am 1G2NE52M6TC848833 12 2003 Nissan Xterra 5N1ED28T93C687398 13 2002 Lexus ES 300 JTHBF30G025006133 14 2005 Dodge Neon 1B3ES56C15D152949 15 2008 Hyundai Elantra KMHDU46DX8U302368 16 2002 Chrysler Sebring 1C3EL55R82N315785 17 1995 GMC Safari 1GKDM19W1SB560107 18 2003 Honda Accord 1HGCM56693A084135 19 2006 Ford Fusion 3FAFP08136R236451 20 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage ML32A3HJ9FH001973 21 2004 Ford Explorer 1FMZU62K34ZA51244 22 2003 Cadillac CTS 1G6DM57N130134317 23 2003 Toyota Camry 4T1BE32K33U720556 24 2001 Honda Civic 2HGES25771H554698 25 1997 Dodge Intrepid 2B3HD46T7VH640730 26 2008 Lexus IS 250 JTHBK262485079127 27 2000 Toyota Sienna 4T3ZF13C1YU216917 28 1984 Pontiac Parisienne 2G2AT69H8E9718548 29 2013 Utility Scooter L8YTCAPX7DM500203 30 2006 Mazda Mazda5 JM1CR293460109629 31 1996 Dodge Avenger 4B3AU52N2TE430991 32 2006 Chrysler 300 2C3LA43RX6H298254 33 2010 Honda Civic 2HGFA1F33AH503518 34 2000 Honda Accord 1HGCG2258YA001627 35 2001 GMC Jimmy 1GKCS13W712142420 36 1999 Ford E-150 1FTRE1424XHB07669 37 2002 Utility Scooter LB2TAB15521G11152 38 2002 Saturn Lw200 1G8JU84F12Y538100 39 1999 Jeep Cherokee 1J4GW68NXXC784836 40 2004 Nissan Maxima 1N4BA41E34C896831 41 2007 Toyota Camry 4T1BE46K57U625468 42 2003 Jaguar S-Type SAJEA03TX3FM48340 929-495318, 6/30,7/7,14, MCCULLOUGH TOWING AUCTION LIST 785 BROGDON RD. SUWANEE, GA 30024 770-263-8483 SATURDAY, JULY 8TH 2017@ 1:00PM 1998 Acura 3.2TL JH4UA3640WC001388 2007 Buck LaCrosse 2G4WE587471141237 2007 Cadillac SRX 1GYEE637870136920 1992 Chevrolet C1500 1GCDC14K7NZ130953 2004 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WF52E349105568 2004 Chevrolet Malibu 1G1ZS52834F206667 2005 Chrysler Crossfire 1C3AN69L15X027538 1998 Dodge Durango 1B4HS28Y4WF132426 2008 Dodge Charger 2B3LA43R88H104921 2001 Ford Expedition 1FMRU17L31LB62766 2007 Ford Taurus 1FAFP56U57A194371 2002 Honda VT750 JH2RC44302M610042 2000 Honda Odyssey 2HKRL1856YH614022 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe KM8SC13E95U975038 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee 1J4GW58N72C121128 2007 Jeep Commander 1J8HH48K37C646028 2007 Kia Rio KNADE123476222710 2003 Kia Sedona KNDUP131436375737 1999 Lexus RX300 JT6GF10U1X0042684 2002 Lincoln Continental 1LNHM97V52Y693063 2003 Mazda Mazda6 1YVFP80C835M02204 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 4M2DU66W84ZJ06860 2002 Nissan Maxima JN1DA31D12T440704 2005 Nissan Altima 1N4AL11D95C953630 2004 Pontiac Grand Am 1G2NF52E24M570479 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix 2G2WP552981119862 2003 Suzuki GSX600 JS1GN79A432100156

PUBLIC SALES/ AUCTIONS 2002 Toyota Camry JTDBE32KX20063636 2001 Toyota Camry 4T1BG28K71U029488 2001 Toyota Corolla 1NXBR12E61Z419649 2003 Volkswagen Passat WVWPD63B73P038663 2004 Volvo XC90 YV1CZ91H641039648 929-495243, 6/30,7/7

ZONINGS CITY OF SUGAR HILL PUBLIC NOTICE ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT Notice is hereby given to the public that the City of Sugar Hill, Georgia will consider text amendments to the 2000 Zoning Ordinance of the City of Sugar Hill, Georgia (“Zoning Ordinance�).

The text amendments will make changes to Article 4, Article 9, and Article 10 related to Zoning Districts and dimensional standards and overlays. A copy of the proposed amendments is available for review in the office of the Planning & Development Department located at 5039 West Broad Street, Sugar Hill, Georgia.

The City Council has the authority to amend the Zoning Ordinance as the City Council deems appropriate, constitutional, and in the best interest of the citizens of Sugar Hill. The public is invited and encouraged to attend the public hearings. Public hearings on the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment have been scheduled for the Planning Commission on Monday, July 17, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sugar Hill City Hall, located at 5039 West Broad Street. The Mayor and City Council may/ will discuss details of the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment on Monday, August 7, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sugar Hill City Hall, located at 5039 West Broad Street. A Public hearing on the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment has been scheduled with the Mayor and City Council for Monday, August 14, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. in the Sugar Hill City Hall 5039 West Broad Street, Sugar Hill, Georgia. The amendments may be viewed by any interested party at the Department of Planning and Development from Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

All citizens are advised that the adoption of the proposed text amendments could affect: the use of any property located within the City; the buffers or setbacks required on a particular property; accessory uses; accessory structures; permitted uses; special uses; procedures contained in the Zoning Ordinance; table of contents; addenda; and other conditions, requirements or allowed items/uses contained in the Articles of the Zoning Ordinance listed above.

934-495788, 6/30,7/26

FORECLOSURES NOTICE OF SALE UNDER POWER State of GEORGIA, County of GWINNETT. Under and by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in a Deed to Secure Debt given

by SHAWN K WILLIAMS to BANK OF AMERICA N.A., dated 02/29/2008, and Recorded on 03/05/2008 as Book No. 48681 and Page No. 0837, AS AFFECTED BY BOOK 53180, PAGE 248, GWINNETT County, Georgia records, as last assigned to BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. (the Secured Creditor), by assignment, conveying the after described property to secure a Note of even date in the original principal amount of $242,790.00, with interest at the rate specified therein, there will be sold by the undersigned at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash at the GWINNETT County Courthouse within the legal hours of sale on the first Tuesday in August, 2017, the following described property: ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND LYING AND BEING IN LAND LOT 173 OF THE 5TH DISTRICT, GWINNETT COUNTY, GEORGIA BEING LOT 111, BLOCK A, ARLINGTON POINT SUBDIVISION F/K/A WALLWOOD, PER PLAT BOOK 118, PAGES 250 251, GWINNETT COUNTY, GEORGIA RECORDS, WHICH IS REFERRED TO AND MADE A PART OF THIS DESCRIPTION. The debt secured by said Deed to Secure Debt has been and is hereby declared due because of, among other possible events of default, failure to pay the indebtedness as and when due and in the manner provided in the Note and Deed to Secure Debt. The debt remaining in default, this sale will be made for the purpose of paying the same and all expenses of this sale, as provided in the Deed to Secure Debt and by law, including attorney’s fees (notice of intent to collect attorney’s fees having been given).

To the best knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the party/parties in possession of the subject property known as 531 GARDEN VIEW COURT, LAWRENCEVILLE, GEORGIA 30045 is/are: SHAWN K WILLIAMS or tenant/tenants.

Said property will be sold subject to (a) any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien, but not yet due and payable), (b) any matters which might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property, and (c) all matters of record superior to the Deed to Secure Debt first set out above, including, but not limited to, assessments, liens, encumbrances, zoning ordinances, easements, restrictions, covenants, etc.

The sale will be conducted subject to (1) confirmation that the sale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code; and (2) final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the security deed.

Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 9 13 172.1, which allows for certain procedures regarding the rescission of judicial and nonjudicial sales in the State of Georgia, the D

FORECLOSURES Deed Under Power and other foreclosure documents may not be provided until final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan as provided in the preceding paragraph.

BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. as Attorney in Fact for SHAWN K WILLIAMS. THIS LAW FIRM IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 00000006295125 BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER LEVINE & BLOCK, LLP 4004 Belt Line Road, Suite 100 Addison, Texas 75001 Telephone: (972) 341 5398 950-495211, 6/30

FULL TIME ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT F/T For real estate firm in Peachtree Corners.

Must have excellent computer skills, self-starter & well organized. Starting pay low-mid $30k per year based on qualifications. No medical benefits.

Email resume to creresumes2016@ gmail.com

FULL TIME

DRIVER Northeast Sales Dist., Co. is accepting applications for local Route Delivery drivers. Driver’s are HOME every night.

Annual pay potential 40k +. Route delivery experience is helpful. Class A CDL is required. Provide a seven-year MVR and background check with application. Excellent benefits are offered.

Apply in person at Northeast Sales 840 Ronald Wood Rd., Winder, GA 30680. M-F 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 678-963-7700.

Email address meberling@nesdi. com.

NOW HIRING – APPLY TODAY The Hampton Inn and the Homewood Suites in Lawrenceville, GA are now hiring for multiple positions. Hotels are now accepting applications for the following positions:

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All positions will be filled with self-motivated candidates with positive attitudes! Hotel experience is a plus! Flexible schedule including weekends is a must! Complete benefits package, including 401k and profit sharing, offered for F/T employees.

DRIVER: SHUTTLE VAN/CAR We are currently seeking reliable Drivers to safely transport company executives and staffs in accordance with Company standards and state traffic rules.

25 Open Positions Available.

AUTOMOTIVE

Family Owned and Operated Auto Dealership in Lawrenceville.

www.qualityoilnc.com/careerscurrentopenings/#Hotel

HOUSES FOR SALE

HOUSES FOR SALE

Each driver would be assigned to a particular Shuttle Van/Car and Company Staff.

ASPHALT PAVERS VERY BUSY ASPHALT PAVING COMPANY NEEDS EXPERIENCED ASPHALT PAVING EMPLOYEES. LABORERS, LOOP MAN, EQUIPMENT OPERATORS, SUCH AS PAVING MACHINE, MOTOR GRADER, ROLLER, & BOBCAT. MUST HAVE TRANSPORTATION TO OUR SHOP IN BUFORD. 770-945-7884

If this is the opportunity for you, please apply online at 494977-1

CONSTRUCTION/ SERVICE BIDS

PUBLIC SALES/ AUCTIONS

PENDING OFFER! HUD CASE # 105-124891

To Apply and for More Information: p.a@Carnarvonusa. com GRAPHIC DESIGNER & MARKETING SPECIALIST. FT. Design all marketing & promotional materials, etc, using computer software. Web design & maintenance. Promote company via field work & attending community events w/in Gwinnett Cty. Req: BA/BFA Graphic Design. Native fluency in Korean. Driver’s license & car. Mail resume: Sugarloaf Pain & Rehab, LLC, 1325 Satellite Blvd. Ste 601, Suwanee, GA 30024

LEASE/PURCHASE AVAILABLE! Beautiful 2 Story with Massive Space and Extensive Moldings and Trim.

Sits On Full Unfinished Basement. 5BR/4.5BA. A Must See! $415,900 • EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealty professionals.com

Call Don Breg or Ted Hayes at Hayes Chrysler Dodge Jeep 770-963-5251 for an appointment.

CARETAKER/ HANDYMAN Wanted to work on an estate in Conyers.

Mow grass, landscape, light maintenance, paint, chop wood, etc.

Willing to do whatever it takes. MUST have GA DL and pass background check.

MUST live on site in 2 bed/1 bath new home.

EEOC and Drug Free.

Random testing will be done.

Long term employment.

Email work history to: jhahn@corey companies.com Dental Technicians

Pittman Dental Laboratory Gainesville, GA Has immediate openings for Entry Level or Experienced Dental Technicians for Day or Night Shift. Please send resume to careers@pittman dental.com.

No phone calls please.

NOW HIRING Public Works Department is hiring a Facilities Technician FT Position at $16.92/hr. & Planning & Inspections Department is hiring a Planner(Senior) starting at $21.66 both with full benefits.

Details on www. suwanee.com. Mail application/resume to City of Suwanee HR, 330 Town Center Ave, Suwanee, GA 30024 or Fax 678- 546-2120.

E/O/E; DFW

YARD DRIVER Yard Drivers Needed: • Multiple shifts for a 7 day operation • Full Time with Benefits • Must have tractor trailer backing experience • Must be able to pass a DOT physical, drug screen, and obtain a Med Card • No more than 6 points on MVR • No Felonies Contact Vickey at vmattace@ roomstogo.com 770-904-5542

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LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30043 1169 MAUDE WAY

UNDER CONTRACT! HUD CASE #105-296897 LOVELY 3BR & 2.5BA CAPE COD With Master On Main.

Secondary Bedrooms Upstairs, Full Basement. Uninsured. $116,500 • EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealty professionals.com

MOTIVATED SELLER Beautiful Lake Front Property On Deeded Lot! In-ground Salt Water Pool, Detached 2 Car Carport, Front/ Back & Side Porches!

FULL UNFINISHED BASEMENT 4BR/4BA $550,000 • EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealtyprofessionals.com

EATONTON, GA 31024 210 RIVER LAKE DR. UNDER CONTRACT! Hud Case # 105-208917 Brick Front 2-Story With Lots Of Class!

4BR/2.5BA Formal Living/Dining Rooms, Spacious Kitchen / Breakfast Area. Main Level Master. Ample Size Secondary Bedrooms.

FHA Insured. EHO. $175,000 Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealty professionals.com

LAKE OCONEE! Beautiful Shaded Lake Lot With Hardwoods With Great Views of Lake Oconee.

EHO • $240,000 Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealtyprofessionals.com

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********** DRIVERS B.A.H. Express Inc. Southeast based carrier hiring in Atlanta / North GA. Full & Part Time Class A CDL drivers for Local/ Regional / OTR lanes.

Guaranteed pay package, starting pay .43 to .45 per mile depending on experience. 18 months minimum, military exp. accepted. Weekly Home Time. assigned equipment, excellent benefits, paid vacation and holidays. call safety Atlanta 1-800-RUN-4BAH (800-786-4224) or 404-608-1300 ext 103 & 104 ask for Irene or Gwen. Apply online www.run4bah.com

$110,000 • EHO

SNELLVILLE, GA 30039 4248 Medlock Woods Dr.

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DEDICATED ACCOUNT Now Hiring Regional Drivers Average $60K Annually Braselton, GA Avg. 2-3 Layovers per Week *EXCELLENT Medical Plans & 401K Available CDL-A w/1 yr. T/T exp.

3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths with hardwood entry and carpets in bedrooms.

Large vaulted family room with laminate floors.

Kitchen w/large island.

EATONTON, GA 31024 176 Twisting Hill Rd.

DETAIL PERSON Watersand & buff experience needed.

GOOD BENEFITS • Health Insurance • Dental • Vision • AFLAC

WINDER, GA 30680 321 DREAMLAND CT.

GRAYSON, GA 30017 1688 SILVERGRASS LANE

Offers Attractive Pay and Benefits.

Shifts and FT/PT.

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COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT

COMMERCIAL RENTALS

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30046 180 FOREST PLACE

APTS/DUP/CONDOS/ T’HOMES FOR RENT

LOGANVILLE, GA 30052 4665 Atlanta Highway

UNDER CONTRACT! MULTI-FAMILY DUPLEXES (2) 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath Unit On Corner Lot. Great Income Producing Opportunity. $150,000 • EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealtyprofessionals.com

INDEPENDENCE DAY

GWINNETT DUPLEXES

2 Communities!

One on Singleton Road & One on Law’ville-Suwanee Road! 2BR & 3BR, 2BA, Fireplace, Vaulted Ceilings, Off Street Parking.

Starting @ $925/mo.

B.C. PROPERTIES 770-446-1550 770-995-8828 MOBILE HOMES & LOTS FOR RENT BARROW-AUBURN 1-2-3 BEDROOMS IN MOBILE HOME COMMUNITY. Rent Starting at $100/ week. Large Lots.

770-513-3151

CEMETERY LOTS FOR SALE ETERNAL HILLS Snellville, GA 4 CEMETERY LOTS CHOICE LOTS. Call for more information 678-372-2137

COMMERCIAL SPACES FOR LEASE Suite 100 & 200 Suite 100 End Unit Available for Immediate Occupancy DO NOT DISTURB TENANTS, Call Agent Only!

Suite 200 Available October 1st Suite 100 Is 1,319 Sq. Ft. $1,485 per mo Suite 200 Is 1261 Sq Ft Combined Spaces Are 2,580 Sq. Ft. $3,225 Per Month Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealty professionals.com

ROOMMATE WANTED /ROOM FOR RENT LAWRENCEVILLE ROOM FOR RENT $530/Month. Sugarloaf Mills area. Near Gwnt.

Transit. Quiet n’hood.

678-825-2656; 678-830-6385

TWO CEMETERY LOTS Green Meadow Memorial Gardens Conyers. $3,000 for both. 678-635-0342

AUCTIONS

ANTIQUE, VINTAGE & ESTATE AUCTION TUESDAY JULY 4TH 10:00 am MADISON LIONS CLUB BUILDING (beside Wal-Mart) 1391 Fair Ground Rd. MADISON, GEORGIA

Southern cupboards, English & French furniture, name brand furniture, period antiques, vintage bed & dining room pieces, décor, painted furniture, primitives, chests, corner cupboards, tables, chairs, clocks, Asian & Oriental, crocks & jugs, collectibles, paintings, lamps, wire planters, garden décor, sterling, silver dollars & other coins, glassware, pottery, early quilts, Fenton, railroad, duck decoys, industrial & more! www.bhantique auctions.com (434) 251-5769 Auctioneer

STEVE BURKE

Auctioneer #NR3155

Gwinnett Daily Post Independence Day Classified Deadlines 2017 LINERS PUBLICATION DAY

DEADLINE

Friday June 30 Sunday July 2 Wednesday July 5

Thursday June 29 at 3:00 Friday June 30 at 11:30 Monday July 3 at 3:00

Tuesday June 27 at 3:00 Wednesday June 28 at 3:00 Friday June 30 at 3:00

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Our Office will be closed Tuesday July 4, 2017 in observance of Independence Day. To insure that you get your ad placed, please call our Classified Advertising Department early at 770-236-9988.

Thanks and have a Happy Fourth of July!

GWINNETT COUNTY ANIMAL WELFARE & ENFORCEMENT NEEDS

DODGE RAM 1500 DAYTONA 4X4 $16,900

• BATH TOWELS • FULL/TWIN BLANKETS Please Drop Off at 884 Winder Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30045 770-339-3200

ANNOUNCEMENTS

NOTICES GWINNETT COUNTY ANIMAL WELFARE & ENFORCEMENT NEEDS

• BATH TOWELS • FULL/TWIN BLANKETS Please Drop Off at 884 Winder Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30045 770-339-3200

SERVICES

Almost impossible to find. Limited Edition and 4X4. Mango with gray interior. Babied and beautiful. Bed cover, factory 11 inch rear spoiler. 20 inch factory chrome wheels, 5.7 LTRE Hemi, 5 speed auto, factory Srt hood.

Race inspired macho attitude... I do not know where there are any other 4X4 S in this sought after SB Trucks.

Custom exhaust will almost break windows....

Production is under 3000 and almost no 4X4. It is a gorgeous mean truck that is very collectible and super desirable. Drive daily or take it to shows.

This is one mean truck.

Beautiful inside and out and runs great. No accidents and super gorgeous! 770-882-4605

VEHICLES CADILLAC DEVILLE, 2004, 94K, senior owner, garage kept, loaded, new Michelin’s.

Collectible Like New! $4395. 770-616-7399 CADILLAC DTS, 2006 Elderly Owner!

Every Option!

New Michelins.

Garage Kept. Like New! $6,295. 770-616-7399

LAWRENCEVILLE, 30043 MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE! Great selection of kid toys, sports gear & metal golf clubs!

Clothes. Home Décor.

Entertainment Center & coffee table. 1292 Lake Washington Drive, 30043 off Sever Rd. 8-2 Fri. 6/30 & Sat. 7/1

APPLIANCES

APPLIANCES

DRYER/WASHER $125 ea.; Super Capacity $175 ea.

Front Loader Set $450 & up; Regular Refrig. & Ranges $175 & up; SXS Refrig. $300 & up.

Dishwasher $100 & up. Different colors.

Del/1 yr warr.

Tim 404-205-2222

Short Bed - $6900 Super Bargain. Yellow/ black exterior & interior, big block steel cowel hood, 12 bolt rear end, new seats, headliner dash. Super bargain!

Ready for big block or vortec.

Call 770-882-4605 FORD STEP SIDE, 1969 - VERY RARE!

PETS/LIVESTOCK

ADOPT A PET Kittens - 3 American Shorthair Kittens Seeking Forever Home. 12 weeks old. White w/ Black or Gray markings.

Free to good homes only! 770-339-5485

351 Cleveland, All New $1500 Brake System, Rare Air Conditioned, Hurst Floor Shifter.

Previous Marine Owner For 35 Years! Great Barn Find! Super Rare Truck For Restoration! $6,900. 770-882-4605

HOME REPAIR/ REMODELING

FOREST

REMODELING, INC. •Finished Basements •Bathroom Remodeling •Kitchen Remodeling •Custom Cabinets •Room Additions •Garages/Carports •Screened Porches •Custom Decks •Siding All Types Call John

770-962-2071

Credit Cards Accepted

LANDSCAPING/ LAWN CARE

BRYAN’S TREE & HANDYMAN SERVICES • Total Tree Removal • Plant Trees • Plant Shrubs • Shrub Removal • Bobcat Work • Dump Truck Work • Grass Planting • Gutters • Storm Drains • Pressure Washing • Painting • Roofing Repairs • Wood Repairs • Driveway Repairs 7 DAYS A WEEK Senior Citizen Discount - Insured 20years Experience

GTS

678-654-8329

JEEP WRANGLER, SPORT 4.0, 1998 Red With Black Top, Lift Kit, New Tires, Many Extras. Looks & Drives Great! $7900.

770-519-3438

MERCEDES 560 SL, 1988: 88,500 miles, Only $16,900! Fabulous red with palomino interior. It’s exceptional & spent it’s life in the salt free south. The elderly owner loved & cherished this car & took great pride in it.

Has original paint that is beautiful. We just finished this car & spent hundreds of hours on it including a new soft top. Always garage kept at night. We think the car collecting hobby is moving into the 1980s cars & the 560 SL is the outstanding production car built in this era. They sold for over $60,000 new when the ave car sold for $5$15K. There is massive flow of these cars back to Europe. Only 49,347 were built & less than 10,000 really good cars remain. We look for $75,000-$150,000.

Call 770-895-7161

• Roofing • Basement Finishing • Kitchen Remodeling • Bath Remodeling • Additions • Decks • Fencing • Painting • General Repairs

Licensed & Insured

CALL: 770-771-2810

LANDSCAPING/ LAWN CARE

COUNTRY BOY TREE REMOVAL Expert Take Downs √ 20Years Experience √ Insured √ Free Estimates √ Stump Grinding Bucket Truck Summer Seasoned

Oak

1/2 Cord - $100 1 Cord - $190

Delivered & Dumped

ROOFING & REMODELING

GARAGE SALES

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Friday June 30 Sunday July 2 Wednesday July 5

VEHICLES

CHEVROLET, 1977

DISPLAY ADS PUBLICATION DAY

SUPPLIES

LICENSED

770-932-1751 Cell 770-313-5751

POWER WASHING

PRESSURE WASHING

M&M Lawn

Maintenance All Types of Yard Work * Lawns starting at $30 CALL

770-780-9786

HOUSES STARTING AT $89 • Roof Cleaning • Black streaks removed from roof • Mold & Mildew removed from homes • Drives-WalkwaysPatios-Decks cleaned/sealed • Gutters cleaned For a FREE Estimate

CALL OR TEXT

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Fireworks displays to light up Gwinnett — page 6C

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July 8 Norcross Food Truck and Film Night — Enjoy dining from some of the best food trucks in the area followed by a movie at Norcross’ Lillian Webb Park. “The Lego Movie” will begin at dusk at the park, located at 5 College St. Gwinnett Braves Beach Night — The G-Braves host the Indianapolis Indians for Beach Night, with the game slated to start at 6:05 p.m. The first 2,500 fans receive a free G-Braves beach towel. For ticket information, call 678-277-0340.

Mall of Georgia Movies Under The Stars — The festivites begin at 6:30 p.m. with live music by Brent Gafford Band. A free showing of the movie “Hidden Figures” follows. There are bounce houses for the kids and food and drink vendors on hand as well.

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The Brunch Apothecary 2595 Fence Road N.E., Dacula 678-731-7338

The Brunch Apothecary in Dacula offers steak and eggs, a smoked and seasoned New York steak with two eggs and house potatoes and grilled toast. (Staff Photos: Keith Farner)

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Open since: March 2016 Owners: Rico and Katie Cunnington Location: Across the street from Dacula Elementary, less than a mile from Hebron Baptist Church, between Kroger and Dacula United Methodist Church.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday (Closed Monday) Atmosphere: Looking to add a unique brunch destination to the Dacula area, the Cunningtons also own Rico’s World Kitchen in downtown Buford. Inside the front door, a small chalkboard lists the definition of apothecary, and the design of the rooms makes it feel as if you’re sitting in a grandmother’s home.

Servers described the restaurant as having a certain coziness about it where people sitting at tables often talk with one another.

“Rico’s motto is ‘Feed the people,’ and I think that reflects in our menu very highly,” said kitchen manager Jen Swan, who added that people have come from Suwanee, Duluth and Stone Mountain as the restaurant grows in

ON THE MENU • Southern Monte Cristo: House pimento cheese and ham with red pepper jelly between grilled egg battered thick sliced white bread and served with house potatoes, $10.

• Waffle Special: A bacon waffle with house apple butter, brown sugar whipped cream, and a crunchy walnut granola topping, $10.

• Pork Cowboy Special: A fried pork chop on a biscuit with sausage gravy and two eggs any style, $12 • Quiche with steak: Includes peppers, onions, poblano peppers, and cheddar cheese; served with two shrimp skewers and Southwest creamed corn, $15.

popularity. “I don’t think there’s anything around here that could compare to us. We offer that southern comfort with a twist. I think it’s really something that people do search for because they do want comfort food. They want big food, big, delicious, full flavors and a taste of home. But they want it done right.”

The restaurant plans to offer dinner hours in the coming months.

Menu: Best-sellers are Chicken and Churros Waffles, which is $10, Pork Belly Benedict,

which is $12, and Steak and Eggs, which is $13.

Southern Monte Cristo, which includes house pimento cheese and ham with red pepper jelly between grilled egg battered thick sliced white bread and served with house potatoes, is $10. There are

specials that change daily, and while brunch is usually the preferred choice for customers, it also serves chicken salad, Cajun shrimp and grits ($12) and Apothecary Tomato Salad ($9). There’s also a build-a-biscuit portion of the menu, which can in-

apple butter, brown sugar whipped cream and a crunchy walnut granola topping; a pork cowboy special, which is $12, a fried pork chop on a biscuit with sausage gravy and two eggs any style; and a quiche with steak, which is $15 and includes peppers, onions, poblano peppers, and cheddar cheese, and is served with two shrimp skewers and Southwest creamed corn.

The restuarant also features “stubborn sodas,” which are described as, “certified free-trade cane sugar, all natural flavors, no high fructose syrup and no artificial colors.” Flavors include classic root beer, agave vanilla cream soda, lemon berry acai, Above, the Brunch Apothecary in Dacula offers the black cherry with terragon Red Rooster, a lightly fried and Caleb’s kola. chicken tenderloin tossed Something you might in signature habanero not know: The house was sauce with white cheddar originally built in 1905 cheese and served on a biscuit. At left, The Brunch and located down the Apothecary sits across the street on the corner. But it was moved to its current street from Dacula Elementary School and has location in 2007. A physibeen open since 2016. cian, Dr. William Hinton, owned it originally, and the rear of the house was a clude whipped butter, jelly, residence, while the front was the office. The name egg, cheese, vine-ripened is a nod to the original use tomato, sausage gravy of the house. It’s owned by thick-sliced bacon and the great-granddaugter of hot or mild house patty the original owner, Teresa sausage.

Cantrell, who lives across Some recent specials the street. Swan said, “We include waffle special, which is $10, described as try to keep that look of classic Southern.” bacon waffle with house

GWINNETT TASTES A selection of local eateries recently featured in the Gwinnett Daily Post: Samba Steakhouse The Rodriguez family unites in this family effort to share their passion for friends, Brazilian culture and, of course, flavor.

The name reveals strong ties to the family’s Brazilian heritage.

“Samba obviously is a Brazilian dance,” hostess Kaitlyn Rodriguez said. “It’s supposed to be a fun, happy place. Very social, joyful.”

Just before Mother’s Day, Javier and his wife, Silvia, opened the restaurant with their son, Carlos, their two daughters, Ashley and Kaitlyn, their daughter’s boyfriend and his sister. The family also hired two experienced Brazilian chefs.

Picanha is the house steak and is prepared on a rotisserie in the traditional Brazilian method. The top sirloin is bent so that the fat caramelizes and slow roasts into the meat. With only a dash of sea salt, the steak is flavored to perfection.

Samba servers cut the meat at each table in the traditional Brazilian method.

The restaurant provides twosided cards so that when a client wants more meat, they place the green side of the card facing up to let a server know they need more meat.

When clients are done eating, they turn the card so that the red side faces up and servers know not to disturb the table.

The meat is all you can eat, and there is an all you

Frankie’s the Steakhouse’s 12 ounce double cut filet is one of its popular steaks.

The upscale steakhouse uses Black Angus meat from corn-fed cows that were raised in Omaha, Neb., for its steaks. (Photo: Frankie’s The Steakhouse) can eat buffet line with salads and Brazilian sides including rice, beans, fried plantains and sauces.

5690 Cumming Highway N.E., Sugar Hill, 678-5415277 Simple Sip This quaint coffee shop offers a big bang for your buck. At Simple Sip, connoisseur Kenya Newman makes a good cup of coffee without the extra fuss.

When Lilburn’s Starbucks closed a few years ago, Newman knew the neighborhood would be hungry for a new coffee spot, but she wanted to do things her way.

The shop serves organic and fair trade beans ground by hand. The brew can be served hot or cold. Those with a craving for something sweet can choose from vanilla, caramel or hazelnut latte flavors.

Only one house blend is served, which is both organic

and fair trade, so customers don’t need to remember any barista lingo. There is no decision-making process, because Simple Sip features only a medium 16-ounce cup — the size most people settle for even if they call it a different name.

Visitors can also grab a bite to eat. An assortment of sandwiches can be prepared upon request, but the bacon breakfast sandwich is Newman’s culinary brainchild. It features a jumbo croissant loaded with bacon that was slow-cooked in the oven, a slice of melted cheese and a choice of scrambled eggs or fried egg whites.

Fresh tomato jam on a croissant is another popular item. Newman recommends that visitors give the jam a try before passing judgment.

She said it is not at all like ketchup and takes a breakfast sandwich to “the next level.”

360 Killian Hill Road N.W.,

Suite F-1, Lilburn, 770-8378485 Frankie’s The Steakhouse The Frankie’s concept is an upscale steakhouse inspired by restaurants such as the Brown Derby. By day, the space is the 1818 Club, but it converts to Frankie’s at 5 p.m.

Frankie’s Director of Operations, Polo Castro, said they chose that theme because there wasn’t anything like it among the other restaurants in the area. He called it “a steakhouse with an Italian flair” and described the servers as both “old school” and friendly.

The restaurant hosts live music on Wednesdays through Saturdays. Some nights it’s jazz singing, including the hits of crooners such as Frank Sinatra or Michael Buble, and on other nights, it’s piano music.

Customers will find the

menu filled with traditional items found at an upscale steakhouse, but the restaurant’s owners pride themselves on having the best food, whether it’s the steaks or the seafood.

The most expensive item on the menu is the 38-ounce Tomahawk steak, which costs $95, but most of the other steaks and lamb chops are in the $38 to $45 range.

A few steaks, including the 24-ounce bone-in rib-eye, the 12-ounce double cut tenderloin and the 16-ounce bone-in filet tenderloin are in the $57 to $59 price range.

Among other items on the menu, those in the Starters section go for anywhere between $15 for a Portabello Carpaccio to $23 for a Hudson Valley Foie Gras. There are also grilled oysters, which Ramirez and Castro hold up as another example of the quality food they seek for their dishes. The dish features large Wianno oysters from Cape Cod, and it costs $17.

The Raw Bar ranges from $20 for a Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail to $69 for Steamed Alaska King Crab. Most soups and salads cost $9$10, but the Burrata goes for $16. There are the Frankie’s favorites, which range from $26 for Grilled Lemon Chicken to $42 for the grilled Ahi Tuna.

6500 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, 678-395-6447 Simply Done Donuts With a seating area filled with natural light and high ceilings, it may be difficult to imagine a local doughnut shop in Duluth being birthed

from a food truck. But that’s the case for Simply Done Donuts, which finds its latest iteration in the heart of downtown.

On the food truck, there are 12 flavors, but the store location has nearly 30 flavors on the small doughnuts. Simply Done also offers a gourmet coffee line, which comes from a Statesboro roaster who is a Duluth native. The store also offers doughnut sundaes and milkshakes. The milkshake is a plain flavor with a doughnut on top.

When she noticed other doughnut shops expanding quickly, owner Karissa Norfleet said she began to feel late to the game even though she started before them.

“They were already working on second and third brickand-mortars,” she said. “I just wanted to get into the market with brick-and-mortars before it was too late.”

The original idea came five years ago after a move from Dallas, Texas, and she didn’t notice any non-chain doughnut stores in the area, especially compared to the number of stores in Dallas.

Setting her doughnuts apart from competitors, Norfleet said Simply Done Donuts are made fresh to order, so there aren’t display cases in the store.

“There’s nothing better than a hot doughnut,” she said. “Overall, the reaction’s been great. We’ve showed them the doughnuts, we’ve opened the box, and they’re like, ‘Oh, these are so cute, they’re so pretty.’”

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Live Arts Theatre to perform musical ‘Fiorello’ The year was 1960, and “The Sound of Music” posed a sure bet to win the Tony Award for Best Musical. To everyone’s surprise, the musical set in Austria had to settle for a tie with “Fiorello,” a musical set in the Big Apple.

Live Arts Theatre will offer “Fiorello” at 8 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays and at 4:30 p.m. Sundays from July 14 to 29. The musical will be performed in Norcross Presbyterian Church at 3324 Medlock Bridge Road in Norcross.

Tickets are $18 for adults and $15 for seniors ages 60 and up and for students. Tickets can be purchased online at boxoffice@liveartstheatre. org, liveartstheatre.org/ currentshow or by calling 603-867-2200.

“Fiorello” tells the story of Fiorello H. LaGuardia during World War I and 10 years later when he became mayor of New York City. Aside from having a major airport named for him, LaGuardia is best

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Holley Calmes known for taking on the infamous Tammany Hall and putting an end to the corruption that beset the city that never sleeps.

Director Bill Pacer says, “Fiorello is like finding a gem underneath a pile of dirty rags in the far corner of an ignored attic. I am astonished this is rarely staged. (This production) has a brilliant script, powerful lyrics, terrific tunes, vivacious voices and awesome actors — this is a director’s dream.”

“If you liked ‘Fiddler on the Roof,’ you will love ‘Fiorello,’” music director Becca Parker said.

“The tunes stay in your

head long after you leave the theatre.”

Choreographer D. Norris also enjoyed creating the production.

“I had so much fun creating the choreography and working with the cast,” Norris said. “We have put together choreography like you have never seen. It’s fun, entertaining storytelling.”

An interesting anecdote regarding the Live Arts Theatre production involves both its director and the actor portraying Fiorello LaGuardia.

Bill Pacer was in the ensemble of a production of “Fiorello” in 1969 at Emerson College in Massachusetts. Live Arts Theatre’s “Fiorello,” actor Steven Miller, was in the audience for that same performance.

“It’s really cool that we have both of them, all these years later, working on a production of this rarely produced gem,” says Parker.

Another interesting fact involving the production

is the presence of a “family affair.”

Parker says, “We are keeping it in the family for this show. My husband Michael Parker is Assistant Music Director, and I am Musical Director. We also have the entire Jones family involved, with Mere Jones on costumes, son JJ as a member of the ensemble, and Dad Troy with other son Xander making their stage debuts as members of the ensemble.”

“Fiorello” is also one of only eight musicals to win a Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

“Although it is rarely produced, audiences can expect to be entertained, tapping their toes to our live orchestra, laugh, cry, and leaving humming classic Broadway melodies,” Parker said.

For more information visit liveartstheatre.org.

Holley Calmes is a freelance writer and public relations consultant specializing in the arts.

Steven Miller and Lily Patel will perform in Live Arts TheEmail her at hcalmes@ atre’s production of Tony Award winner “Fiorello” from July mindspring.com.

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BY VENUE — ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT tional Cup Exhibition • Through July 29: Exhibition: Shaping the New South and Emerge • July 9: Artists slide show and Talk with Kevin Snipes

AURORA THEATRE 128 E. Pike St., Lawrenceville 678-226-6222 www.auroratheatre.com • Ongoing: Ghost Tours • Ongoing: Aurora Comedy Nights • Ongoing: Morning Care • Ongoing: After Care • Ongoing: Mini Camps and Master Camps • July 1: The Bert Show OTP Comedy • July 7: Brews and Boos • July 10: Musical Mashup • July 15: Acting on Camera Workshop • July 20 to Aug. 27: The Hunch Back of Notre Dame • July 21-22: CANTO: Songs from Spain and Latin America

INFINITE ENERGY THEATER 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth 770-813-7500 www.infiniteenergycenter. com • July 30: Thoroughly Modern Millie

HUDGENS CENTER FOR THE ARTS Gwinnett Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Suite 300, Duluth 770-623-6002 www.thehudgens.org • Ongoing: Toddler Fridays • Through July 28: Summer Camp • Through July 29: Hudgens National Juried and Invita-

KUDZU ART ZONE 116 Carlyle St., Norcross 770-840-9844 www.kudzuartzone.org • Through Sept. 8: What Would Vincent Do? • July 1 to Oct. 8: 12 By 12 • July 27, Aug. 3: Sketch with Live Models Workshop • Aug. 21-24: Watercolor: Simple, Fast and Focused with Mel Stabin

ALLIANCE THEATRE 1280 Peachtree St. N.E., Atlanta 404-733-4650 www.alliancetheatre.org • Through July 16: The Dancing Granny • Through Oct. 5: The Jungle Room • Aug. 30 to Sept. 25: Shakespeare in Love ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDENS

COBB ENERGY PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta

770-916-2800 www.cobbenergycentre.com • July 8: Uncle Curly’s Classroom The Stage Play • July 25: #IMOMSOHARD — Mom’s Night Out: Summer Break Tour • July 27: Hijas de su Madre • Aug. 4: BET presents Celebration of Gospel FOX THEATRE 660 Peachtree St. N.E., Atlanta 404-881-2100 foxtheatre.org • July 8: Paw Patrol • July 16: Coca-Cola Summer Film Festival • Aug. 10: #FollowMe: YouTube Dance Stars on Stage!

FERNBANK MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY 767 Clifton Road N.E., Atlanta 404-929-6300 www.fernbankmuseum.org • July 1: Tadpole Tales • July 8: Reptile Day • July 14: Fernbank After Dark: Art and Science Series II • July 15: Treetop Tales • July 21: Fernbank Forest Twilight Tour • Aug. 19: Dinosaur Birthday Bash

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LAKEWOOD AMPHITHEATRE 2002 Lakewood Way, Atlanta 404-443-5000 www.thelakewoodamphitheater.com • July 8: 8 Tour — Incubus with Jimmy Eat World

THE LOFT 1374 W. Peachtree St., Atlanta 404-885-1365 www.centerstage-atlanta. com/shows/the-loft CENTER STAGE THEATER 1374 W. Peachtree St., Atlanta • July 7: R5 with Hailey Knox & Alexander Jean 404-885-1365 www.centerstage-atlanta.com THE MASQUERADE • July 1: Ezra Jacob 695 North Ave. N.E., Atlanta 404-577-8178 EDDIE’S ATTIC www.masqueradeatlanta.com 515-B N. McDonough St., • June 30: 3teeth Decatur C • July 1: Otherwise, Through 404-377-4976 M Fire www.eddiesattic.com • July 1: Rise to Slaughter:Y • Ongoing: Eddie’s Attic Finals Songwriter’s Open Mic • July 2: Tetrarch • June 30: Macy Todd CM • July 2: Lil Tracy • June 30: Alex Guthrie — • July 3: Devour the Day, MY Live Recorded Show Sons of Texas • July 1: Kick the Robot CY • July 6: Alvarez Kings • July 1: Swear and Shake CMY • July 6: The Bunny the Bear • July 2: Back in the Saddle • July 2: Little Country Giants • July 7: Johny Orlando, K Mckenzie Ziegler • July 5: Erik Dylan • July 7: Torch • July 6: Mishka

RED LIGHT CAFE 553 Amsterdam Ave., Atlanta 404-874-7828 redlightcafe.com • Ongoing: Jazz Jam with the Gordon Vernick Quartet • Ongoing: Atlanta Songwriters Club Meet Up • June 30: The Gold Griffith Band with Visto Automajic & Benjamin Button Experiment & Say Whoaa • July 6: Free Spin Atlanta • July 7: The Christopher Show! featuring Cyrus Steele, Andrew Stanley, Jerry Farber and Christopher Leete SMITH’S OLDE BAR 1578 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta 404-875-1522 www.smithsoldebar.com

THE TABERNACLE 152 Luckie St., Atlanta 404-659-9022 tabernacleatl.com • July 1: H.U.B. with JHan TK Park

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• Ongoing: DJ Sky • June 30: Zoso Rising, Cannibal Joe, Lars Nagel • June 30: Gimme Hendrix!

• July 1: Jesse Owen Astin, Paige Hargrove • July 1: Carl Culpepper Band, Bill Hart Band, Bending Light • July 1: Balanze and Rezur • July 2: Ashley Heath, Zaib Kahn, The Singer and Songwriter • July 3: The Delta Troubadours, Meaning of Everything, Max Norton • July 3: The Explicit Showcase featurimg Chops and Mizike • July 3, 10: Open Mic Atlanta • July 6: The Van Lears • July 6: A Tribute to Zoe featuring Rocanlover’s with special guest Manyula Dance Club • July 7: Bj Wilbanks, David Cone, Michael Coons, Caligo • July 7: A Night honoring the life and music of Chris Cornell

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RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY 3116 Main St., Duluth 678-957-7283 www.eddieowenpresents. com • Ongoing: Songwriters Open Mic hosted by Eddie Owen • June 30: The Currys • July 1: Cafe Rooster Records Showcase • July 2: Emily Kate Boyd with special guest Lili Blessing

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ATLANTA HISTORY CENTER 130 W. Paces Ferry Road N.W., Atlanta 404-814-4000 www.atlantahistorycenter. com • July 10-14: Summer History Camp: Weird History: Camp Inventions • July 10-14: Summer Writing Camp: Mystery in the City: Haunts and Habitats • July 13: Peter Eisner, MacArthur’s Spies • July 17: Georgia Perennial Plant Association: Walter Reeves, Sherlock in the Garden and Q and A Session

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SYLVIA BEARD THEATRE Buford Community Center, 2200 Buford Highway, Buford 770-945-6762 www.bufordcommunitycenter. com • July 28: Moana

• July 17-21: Summer History Camp: The Renaissance • July 17-21: Summer Writing Camp: Sci-Fi and Fantasy • July 19: Kathryn Atwood, Women Heroes of World War I: 16 Remarkable Registers, Soldiers, Spies and Medics • July 20: 4-H Day at the Atlanta History Center • July 20: Hannah Palmer in Conversation with Ryan Gravel, Flight Path: A Search for Root’s Beneath the World’s Busiest Airport • July 24-28: Summer History Camp: Rebellions and Revolutions • July 24-28: Summer Writing Camp: From Page to Stage: Playwriting • July 26: Lawrence Wright, The Terror Years: from AlQaeda to the Islamic State • July 31 to Aug. 4: Summer History Camp: Museum Theater • July 31 to Aug. 4: Summer Writing Camp: Write On: The Essentials

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INFINITE ENERGY ARENA 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth 770-813-7500 www.infiniteenergycenter. com • July 21-22: Joyce Meyer Ministries

NEW DAWN THEATER Mall Corners, 3650-A Satellite Blvd., Duluth 678-887-5015 www.newdawntheater company.com • July 1: APU INKA Concert • July 3: As You Like It • July 7, 14: The Pirates of Penrith • July 8: New Dawn’s Got Talent Show

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Gru (Steve Carell) and the Minions return in “Despicable Me 3.” (Photos: Illumination Studios and Universal Studios)

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BY MICHAEL CLARK unicorn.

Movie Critic With three directors, “DM3” suffers from “too Coming after a brilliant many cooks” syndrome original, an OK sequel and four subplots conand a decent prequel cocted by the writers (“Minions”), the “Deare presented in such spicable Me” franchise a random manner they has officially run out of eventually cancel each gas. Not literally run of other out. You could exgas; there are fart jokes cise entire chunks of the galore that will tickle narrative here and have anyone under the age of little effect on the finSteve Carell voices Gru, left, and Dru in “Despicable Me 3.” eight or anyone with an ished product. It doesn’t help matters that the core IQ hovering around room “DM3” barely gets across As these movies as animation, action and temperature. We’re talked daughters and throngs characters do nothing qualify simultaneously spy/thriller, they are only of minions who, tired of new, grow or behave difing creative gas here and the finish line on fumes. as good as the villain, ferently. This is a check walking the straight and and Balthazar Bratt (Trey narrow, want to get back list production that takes Parker) is one of the no chances. into all things evil. Gru Even though it all ends most unimaginative and demurs, and the Minions uninteresting bad guys in quit, which leads to a new with the suggestion of another installment, it recent (or distant) memlife in jail and a string feels more like an insurory. A former child star of prison movie clichés, ance policy then tease. who got canned because most of which are inapCarell has already stated he dared to start puberty, propriate for the target he’s done but would Bratt has been holding a demographic audience. reprise his role(s) as part grudge since the ’80s and With the Minions in has been stuck in a pop the slammer, Gru and the of another “Minions” movie. As of yet, he’s not culture time warp ever brood visit a fictional confirmed for “Minions since. country obsessed with 2” due out July 3, 2020.

Sporting a mullet, a pork and cheese at the No one — critics espurple spandex suit with invitation of Dru (Carell) shoulder pads and a porn his long lost twin brother. pecially — is expecting high art from animated star moustache, Bratt’s With his blonde locks, family films but — as calling cards are lethal, high-pitched voice, this franchise proved with ever-expanding bubble boundless energy and gum, “dance fighting” toxic gregariousness, Dru the first installment — it is possible to be smart, and a keyboard that looks immediately alienates like guitar. Whenever he Gru, which is short lived funny and warm at the same time. Like so many is on screen, there’s an when the former sugfranchises before it this ’80s song in the backgests getting back into ground or foreground, the crime business to the one hit gold and decided not to stray an inch from and not a one of them latter. the formula and — at adds anything of note to While the brothers the story. bond, Lucy and the girls least from a financial The movie opens with take in some of the local standpoint — there was no need to do so. Why Gru (Steve Carell) and his culture — a mash-up of make an effort if it’s not wife Lucy (Kristen Wiig) Italy, Belgium, Holland needed. Just slap together attempting to thwart Bratt and the state of Iowa. another generic audio/ as he attempts to steal a This is a place where visual pacifier, arrange pink diamond the size of the acceptance of food a basketball and failing. gifts results in automatic for the Happy Meal tieAs a result, they lose their engagement regardless of ins and dump it into the theaters. jobs as super spies, return age, and swine roam the (Universal) home to their three adopt- streets like Hindu cows

Trey Parker joins the series as 1980s-obsessed villain Balthazar Bratt in “Despicable Me 3.”

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Coppola weaves brilliantly disquieting ‘The Beguiled’

BY MICHAEL CLARK Movie Critic

After receiving almost unanimous negative reviews for her performance as Michael Corleone’s daughter, Mary, in her father Francis’ 1990 “The Godfather III,” Sofia Coppola disappeared from public view until making her directorial debut with “The Virgin Suicides” in 1999.

In one fell swoop, Coppola virtually offset all of those warranted comments and made it clear she was better at working behind the camera instead of in front of it.

Since then she’s won a (deserved) screenwriting Oscar for “Lost in Translation” and has cranked out now five more mostly insignificant art-house movies that aren’t great but aren’t that bad either.

Of all of them, “The Beguiled” is by far the best of the bunch and might actually be better than the 1971 original directed by Don Siegel and starring his frequent leading man, Clint Eastwood.

Set in Virginia during the Civil War, “The Beguiled” — based on the 1966 novel of the same name by Thomas Cullinan — mixes atmospheric visuals, brittle airs, austere surroundings, Southern gothic ennui, spare dialogue, simmering jealousy, female empowerment, uncomfortable humor and brief bursts of action to brilliant, disquieting effect. It’s a movie that sneaks up on you, crawls underneath your skin and in many respects could be considered a very good horror flick.

It opens with wounded, Irish-born Union soldier John McBurney (Colin Farrell) being rescued by Amy (Oona Laurence), a pre-teen student at a remote girls school run

by Martha Farnsworth (Nicole Kidman). Martha isn’t happy with the prospect of mending and caring for the enemy but decides to do so because of her Christian values and the mild pressure levied from teacher Edwina (Coppola regular Kirsten Dunst), teen Alicia (Elle Fanning) and at least one of the other three remain-

ing younger students.

Martha puts John in the locked music room, tends to his wounds, washes and feeds him, but is more than clear she plans on handing him over to the next Confederate band of soldiers passing by the school.

This doesn’t go quite as planned, as every inhabitant of the school finds the idea of having a handsome male guest greatly outweighs any possible reason to toss him to the curb and possible death.

Quickly recognizing the situation, John turns on the (subtle) charm and slowly gets every female in the home to figuratively or actually fall for him.

The easiest targets are the blossoming Alicia and the long-neglected Edwina, but even Amy and the staunchly Southern, musically inclined Jane (Angourie Rice) feel the pull. The last to get roped in is Martha, who, while intrigued, never fully relinquishes her initial apprehensions and does her best to keep everyone else in check.

This movie is going to drive some people crazy.

It’s the Civil War, and a Union soldier shows up and it’s decided by Southern women to care for him? Some would say shooting him dead, given the time and circumstances, would be more appropriate, while others would say nursing him back to health would be the preferred path.

By landing somewhere in the middle, Coppola (and Cullinan) provides the wrought dramatic friction. Tossing in the sexual tension and catty competiveness amongst a group of women long removed from any male company also amps things up in a major way.

Some will think the actions taken by the women in the third act verge on the extreme, while others will conclude it to be the path of least resistance or the easiest way out. Is there a line that can be crossed when in the company of an enemy? Does human instinct trump the rules of war? Is self-preservation or humanitarianism the ultimate bottom line?

The first version of “The Beguiled” presented these same quandaries but in a much broader and less intellectual manner. Coppola gives it

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much more sting, savvy and guile, which is far more appropriate to the original tone/intent of the novel. This mix of politics, suppressed sexuality, emotional longing and basic human nature results in a powder keg of dramatic friction teased from ignition by a long, slow fuse.

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Calendar of Events: July 2017 LIVING WELL LECTURES

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP

WELLNESS IN THE KITCHEN

Join us for a fun and informative lecture on health and wellness topics.

A monthly support group intended to empower stroke survivors and caregivers to lead a satisfying and active life.

Learn about stroke prevention, home modifications, coping mechanisms, local resources and more from caring professionals!

Cooking tasty, healthy meals is a snap when you know the secrets of a chef.

Join our chefs for tips and tricks that will take your cooking to the next level and bring wellness to the table.

WINDER: NGMC Barrow, Suite 380 Getting Great Sleep Tuesday, July 11; 12:30 p.m.

Speaker: Rami Arfoosh, MD

GAINESVILLE: Thursday, July 13; 6 p.m.

NGMC Gainesville Auxiliary Conference Room

BRASELTON: NGMC Braselton, Education Center Non-Surgical Joint Pain Relief Thursday, July 13; 1 p.m.

Speaker: Filippo Chillemi, MD

New Tastes for Fresh Summer Vegetables Tuesday, July 18; 6:00 p.m.

Deliciously Better Breakfast Tuesday, August 1; 6:00 p.m.

JOINT PAIN SEMINAR Join us for an informative discussion about the prevention and treatment of hip and knee pain. NGMC’s expert physician panel will answer questions and debunk myths regarding hip and knee pain treatment options, including anterior and posterior hip replacement.

CAR SEAT SAFETY CLASS Learn how to keep your baby as safe as possible when in his or her car seat. We’ll also check the installation of your car seat in your vehicle at the end of class.

Wednesday, August 2; 7 p.m.

NGMC Gainesville Women and Children Education Center 825A Jesse Jewell Parkway Speaker: SafeKids

Tuesday, July 25; 6 p.m.

NGMC Gainesville Walters Auditorium

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP

BRASELTON: Monday, July 17; 4:30 p.m.

NGMC Braselton, Education Center

BARROW: Monday, July 17; 6 p.m.

NGMC Barrow Suite 380

EASY BREATHER SUPPORT GROUP

YOGA

This month’s meeting will feature a Pulmonary Wellness Fair including Information, health screenings and demonstrations by a variety of businesses and organizations. Lunch is provided and registration is required.

If you’re looking for ways to reduce stress and enjoy peaceful exercise, try yoga! For four weeks, we will be offering a basic yoga class on Wednesday evenings.

Classes will be held in the Education Center and are open to participants of all ages. No previous experience is necessary.

Date Night in Spain Tuesday, July 18; 6:30 p.m.

GAINESVILLE: NGMC Gainesville South Patient Tower Cafeteria

FARMER’S MARKET

Join the newly diagnosed, survivors and loved ones for a lung cancer support group. Please call 770-219-8815 or email penny.mccall@nghs.com for more information.

Diabetes is a chronic disease and the more you know the better you can manage diabetes and avoid complications. Each month we have a different topic and a different speaker.

No need to register.

BRASELTON: NGMC Braselton Education Center

Summer Cookout Thursday, July 20; 5:30 p.m.

LUNG CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Can’t make it to the farm? Jaemor Farms will be bringing fresh fruits and vegetables from their market to NGMC Braselton! Meet us at NGMC Braselton or NGMC Gainesville for your fresh produce needs!

BRASELTON: Wednesday, July 12 & 26 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

NGMC Braselton, Main Entrance GAINESVILLE: Wednesday, July 5 & 19 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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BRASELTON: Wednesday, July 26; noon NGMC Braselton, Education Center Speaker: Pulmonary & Sleep Specialists of Northeast Georgia

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Celebrate independence day with events around county

By Curt yeomans

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Who said Independence Day should only be celebrated on July 4?

It probably wasn’t someone from Gwinnett County. There are several Fourth of July-related events taking place throughout this weekend and the beginning of next week. While several cities — and the Mall of Georgia, Gwinnett Braves, Stone Mountain Park and Lanier Islands — put their own stamp on the holiday, there are four staples that attendees can expect at the events: Food, music, children’s activities and, of course, fireworks shows.

Here is a rundown of events Gwinnettians can head out to if they want to get their Independence Day on this weekend: Saturday, July 1 • Fantastic Fourth Celebration: Stone Mountain Park will host its annual Independence Day celebration throughout the weekend with the park open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and the Lasershow and fireworks beginning at 9:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.stonemountainpark.com/Events/FantasticFourth-Celebration.

• Independence Celebration: Loganville’s celebration will begin at 4:30 p.m., with a parade featuring former City Manager Bill Jones as the grand marshal.

The parade’s route was changed because of construction and will begin at the former Loganville Elementary School which is being turned into the new City Hall.

It will come down Lawrenceville Road and then turn onto Main Street. A performance by the Stephen Lee Band will follow at 7 p.m. on the field next to American Legion Post 233, and the day will be capped off with a fireworks show. Attendees are asked to park at the nearby Ingles shopping center.

• Independence Day Celebration: Auburn will celebrate the Fourth of July a few days early with an event that begins at 5 p.m. and ends at 11 p.m. in the city’s downtown district. The city will have live music, food trucks, craft vendors, inflatables and a fireworks show.

• Red, White and Blue 4th of July Party: Lanier Islands will celebrate the first of four days of July 4 festivities from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., with a live remote by Kicks 101.5 FM and live music performances by Van Lear, Broken Whiskey Glass and Laughlin at the Sunset Cove Stage between 3:30 and 9:30 p.m. There will also be street performers, including balloon artists, hula hoopers, jugglers and face painters from 4 to 8 p.m. A fireworks show will also take place over the lake at 10 p.m.

Sunday, July 2 • Fantastic Fourth Celebration: Stone Mountain Park will host its annual Independence Day celebration throughout the weekend with the park open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and the Lasershow and fireworks beginning at 9:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.stonemountainpark.com/Events/FantasticFourth-Celebration.

• Concert and fireworks: Lanier Islands will host a concert featuring Joseph Erwin from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Sunset Cove Stage, with a fireworks show on the lake set for 10 p.m.

Monday, July 3 • Fantastic Fourth Celebration: Stone Mountain Park will host its annual Independence Day celebration throughout the weekend with the park open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and the Lasershow and fireworks beginning at 9:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.stonemountainpark.com/Events/FantasticFourth-Celebration.

• Red, White and Boom Independence Day Celebration: Norcross’ block party will run from 3 to 11 p.m. and include food trucks, face painting, bounce houses, a DJ and

fireworks in downtown and at Lillian Webb Park. The fireworks are expected to begin at about 9:25 p.m. in the park. Parking for people with disabilities will be available at City Hall and on Bostic Street. Shuttle buses will also carry attendees to and from parking areas at Norcross First United Methodist church, 2500 Beaver Ruin Road.

• Prelude to the Fourth: Lawrenceville’s 12th annual rain or shine Fourth of July event will begin at 5 p.m. and last until 10 p.m., at the Lawrenceville Lawn, at the corner of South Clayton and Luckie Streets. It will include food trucks, a kids zone, music

by DJ Suspense and R and B Inc., beer and wine provided by McCray’s Tavern, and a fireworks show.

• Duluth Celebrates America: The city’s annual pre-Independence Day event will begin at 6 p.m. and end at 11 p.m. on the Duluth Town Green. It will include food trucks with frozen treats, children’s activities, giveaways, performances by the Mike Veal Band and the 116th Army Band and a fireworks show.

• Sparks in the Park: Sugar Hill’s annual Independence Day

celebration will run from 6 to 10 p.m., at E.E. Robinson Park, 850 Level Creek Road. The event will include food trucks, concessions, inflatables, a performance by the Electric Avenue Band and fireworks. Attendees are invited to bring blankets, lawn chairs, coolers and food. They are not allowed to bring pets or glass containers though.

• Concert and fireworks: Lanier Islands will host a concert, featuring Dirty Roses, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Sunset Cove Stage, with a fireworks show on the lake set for 10 p.m.

Tuesday, July 4 • Fantastic Fourth Celebration: Stone Mountain Park will host its annual Independence Day celebration throughout the weekend with the park open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and the Lasershow and fireworks beginning at 9:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.stonemountainpark.com/Events/FantasticFourth-Celebration.

• Berkeley Lake July 4 Parade: The city will hold its annual parade, with residents who want to join in with decorated cars being invited to show up at 11 a.m. at Berkeley Lake

live music featuring the Fly Betty Band will last from 5 to 9 p.m. on the Braselton Town Green.

The parade will begin at 6 p.m., on Ga. Highway 53 and head Above, through downtown. Tickets for fireworks light the sky the kids activities area include at the Mall $2 for one time on each inflatof Georgia able and $5 for each climb on the during its rock wall. Wristbands that offer Fourth of unlimited climbs cost $10 for the July event last year. At inflatables, $8 for the rock wall left, crowds and $15 for both. The fireworks will be shot off at City Hall. watch the • Star Spangled Fourth: The Woody’s at the Mall of Mall of Georgia’s 15th annual Georgia last Fourth of July celebration will year. (File begin at 5 p.m. and include musiPhotos) cal performances at The Village Amphitheatre, a kid’s play area, fireworks and a showing of “The LEGO Batman Movie.” The Woody’s will begin performing at 5 p.m., and A1A The Official Elementary School. The parade Jimmy Buffet Tribute Show will is expected to kick off at about begin performing at 7:30 p.m.

11:30 a.m., with state Rep. Scott The fireworks will begin at 9:35 Hilton, R-Peachtree Corners, and p.m., and the movie will begin Mayor Lois Salter leading the afterward. way in an El Camino. Food and • Sparkle in the Park: Lilfamily-friendly activities, includ- burn’s event will last from 5:30 to ing face painting, will follow the 10 p.m. at City Park, 76 Main St. parade at Berkeley Lake Chapel. Balloon artists, and free family • Concert and fireworks: photos will be on hand until 9:30 Lanier Islands will host a DJ p.m., or as long as supplies last. from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Sunset Tickets for food trucks, vendors Cove Stage, with a fireworks and bounce houses can also be show on the lake set for 10 p.m. purchased. The Breakfast Club • Star Spangled Snellville: will begin performing at 7:30 The city’s Independence Day p.m., and the fireworks will begin celebration will last from 4 to 10 at 9:30 p.m. Shuttle buses will be p.m. at the Towne Green, with a available to take attendees to and fireworks show beginning at 9:30 from parking areas at City Hall, p.m. Activities will include inLilburn Middle School and lots at flatables, a water slide, train rides the corners of Yong and Church and bungee jumps. Food will be Streets and Poplar Street and provided by several restaurants Killian Hill. and vendors. Ms. Senior Geor• Independence Day with the gia, Kriss Johnson, will lead the Gwinnett Braves: The Gwinnett National Anthem, and the Button Braves will give away American Gwinnett Chapter Militia will fire flag rally towels to the first 5,000 muskets. The Stephen Lee Band fans who show up at Coolray and the Contagious Band will Field for the team’s game against perform as well.

Norfolk, which will begin at 7:05 • Braselton Festival, Parade p.m.. Patriotic-themed jerseys and Fireworks: Downtown will also be auctioned, and the Braselton will host live music, proceeds will go to Operation children’s activities, a parade and One Voice. There will also be a fireworks from 5 to 10 p.m. The fireworks show after the game.

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‘Rough Night’ STANDOUT PERFORMANCE

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OVERALL IMPRESSION

Nobody. It’s hard to believe that an accomplished actress like Scarlett Johansson would want something like “Rough Night” on her resume. She does an OK job as Jess, an aspiring politician who gets together with old college chums for a bachelorette weekend in Miami filled with hard drinking and drugs and then goes horribly off the rails in many (other) ways.

The rest of the cast was not worth writing home about.

Those who remember way back to 1989’s far superior “Weekend at Bernie’s” might find “Rough Night” amusing, since it also involves an accidental death and subsequent comic attempts at covering it up. Maybe folks who liked other cerebral classics like last year’s “Bad Grandpa” would go for this flick. Otherwise, I can’t name a soul I know who would count “Rough Night” as a good use of their time or money.

Neither.

Watching “Rough Night” will want to make you go home and take a shower afterwards, then rinse and repeat.

This was one abysmal movie, one of the worst so far this year. It tries to mix humor and drama, but ends up being a muddled mess. Viewing “Rough Night” is as much fun as sitting on a toilet seat lined with barbed wire. Stay away from this dog and its fleas.

Pass: This film entertained me more than I expected and did make me laugh out loud at a few crazy antics. It wasn’t overly long at one hour, 41 minutes, so that worked in its favor.

Fail: Go ahead and suspend reality because most of the scenarios in this film were absurdly unrealistic. Also, once again, it seems that crassness and attempting to be shockingly offensive were the main goals, like so many recent comedies.

Scarlett Johanssson was the bacholerette that the film centered around, and she is a great actress. I am not really a fan, but thought she gave a convincing performance in her role. Her portrayal of a political candidate and the awful ads where awkwardness abounds was spot on. The other cast members were great additions, but none really stood out or stole the show.

Fans of modern comedy films will enjoy this one. It was the female version of The Hangover meets Weekend at Bernie’s.

It wasn’t really anything new or unexpected. Hollywood thinks drinking, drugs and sex are hilarious and doesn’t really try to do much with any other subjects, starting with the flashback college scenes through the bachelorette club scenes. It is adult humor and earns its R rating.

There really is no reason to rush to the theater to see this one.

I think you can wait for the Bluray release and be just fine.

“Rough Night” was entertaining and delivered more laughs than I expected.

In that regard, it was a winner. Overall, it’s not a comedy that will make it into my collection of really great, funny films. I don’t regret going to see it or wish I could have my money back, though. Also, stick around until the credits for an extra funny snippet of Kate McKinnon. We were the only ones who stuck around to see it but left the theater laughing.

Pass: Rough Night is a wild comedy that manages to have a big heart in the end. In a way, I feel like the trailers kind of mislead you here. Yes, it’s raunchy, yes, it’s filthy, but it manages to create interesting characters with connections and stories that you remember even after the film has ended. The soundtrack features several throwback rap and R&B songs which help comment on the action.

Fail: In a cast of great comediennes, it’s a surprise that Kate McKinnon turns in one of the weaker performances. I have loved her on “Saturday Night Live” and in other recent feature films. Here, however, her character is very one-note, with an inconsistent accent, and many jokes just don’t land. Still, she hits a few out of the park, so it is not a performance without some things to enjoy.

Scarlett Johansson does a great job as Jess, the straight man (woman) in “Rough Night.”

She is entirely convincing as a bride-to-be who reluctantly goes on a bridesmaid’s weekend to Miami. Jillian Bell, with one of the larger performances in her feature film career, is hilarious as Alice.

Watch for Ty Burrell and Demi Moore in two scenes as the horny couple living next door.

If you enjoyed “Bridesmaids,” you will probably like “Rough Night.” Fans of SNL will also get a kick out of this movie. It definitely earns its Rrating, with much profanity, drug usage, and even a couple violent scenes, so probably not a good choice for young teens.

Seeing this with a full movie house would be a blast. My matinee showing had fewer than a dozen folks in attendance, however, so don’t wait too long to see it. While I found it enjoyable, it is probably not going to be the comedy of the summer that lingers in the theaters until August.

While the plot may sound a little predictable, there are plenty of twists and turns along the way. Stick around for the full credits, as there is an extra scene at the end which features McKinnon singing an original song at the keyboard. Rough Night is not a comedy for everybody. It is definitely off-color, as the trailers imply, but if that is all you go in expecting, I think you will be surprised how heartwarming it becomes by the end.

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Pass: Mildly amusing scenes and dialogue at times.

Fail: The movie is awash in sex and drugs (but no rock ‘n’ roll, which might have improved things); poor filming; poor acting; forced humor that makes you cringe.

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DISC SPOTLIGHT MICHAEL CLARK

Straw Dogs Criterion Collection Blu-ray (R) Movie: ★★★★ Disc: ★★★★

NOW SHOWING Recently reviewed films now playing in metro area theaters. Ratings are out of 4 stars.

• Cars 3 (PG) — 3 stars The once-invincible young racer Lightning McQueen finds himself getting passed up as a veteran by newer, faster rookies in Pixar’s franchise-redeeming sequel. What could have been a standard riches-torags-and-back sports story winds up in a finish that calls to mind “Toy Story 3.”

— Khari J. Sampson • Rough Night (R) — 3 1/2 stars While running for public office, Jess (Scarlett Johannson) and four close friends head to Miami for a bachelorette party that takes wrong turn after wrong turn — which includes the group killing a stripper. This star-studded cast doesn’t disappoint.

Catch this film if you are looking for a funny — al-

beit, raunchy — date-night movie. — Alex Tostado • All Eyez on Me (R) — 3 stars Demetrius Shipp Jr. stars as late rap icon Tupac Shakur in a compelling yet sometimes choppy biopic.

The movies covers portions of Tupac’s life from shortly before he was born until his murder in 1996 in Las

Vegas. Danai Gurari, Kat Graham, Dominic L. Santana and Jamal Woolard also star. — Michael Buckelew • Jeremiah Tower: The Last Magnificent (R) — 3 stars This documentary about proto-celebrity chef Jeremiah Tower is surprisingly engaging, even if one isn’t terribly interested in the

subject matter. — KS • Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (PG-13) — 3 stars The lovable band of space mercs returns in this sequel to the 2014 Marvel Studios effort. Similar to the first film, there’s a lot to like about “Vol. 2” — dynamic characters, lots of action and tons of humor. Alas, there’s not enough to love to quite match the original. But who cares when it’s still this good? — KS • Unforgettable (R) — 3 1/2 stars Katherine Heigl hits her stride in this psychological thriller. Playing a jealous exwife, Heigl’s Type-A character, Tessa, looks to make life difficult for her ex-husband’s new fiancee, Julia, played

by Rosario Dawson. Tessa goes to great lengths to manipulate relationships to try to get what she wants — her husband and daughter back in her life. — AT

COMING SOON TO OWN

While not director Sam Peckinpah’s best film (that would be “The Wild Bunch”), “Straw Dogs” from 1971 remains his most controversial. Based on the 1969 novel “The Siege of Trencher’s Farm” by Gordon M. Williams, it stars Dustin Hoffman as David, an American mathematician who relocates to the English childhood town of his wife, Amy (Susan George). David’s aloof nature quickly elicits the umbrage of the locals — mostly knuckle-dragging types led by Amy’s old boyfriend — who is angered that a Yank “stole” his girl. Thought-provoking on

a multitude of levels, the movie is a haunting and visceral experience.

Technical specs: aspect ratio: Widescreen (1.85:1/1080p), audio: English (DTS-HD MA 5.1), subtitles: English.

Special features include: • Newly restored 4K transfer • Two documentaries • Featurette • Commentary • Interviews • Trailers • Printed essay • First edition slipcover packaging (Criterion Collection, $39.95)

• “Homicide: Life on the Street — The Complete Series” (July 4): One of the most acclaimed drama series in television history gets a home-video relaunch; stars include Andre Braugher and Melissa Leo. (Not rated) • “Song to Song” (July 4): Writer-director Terrence Malick’s drama examines relationships in the Austin, Texas, music world; Ryan Gosling and Natalie Portman star. (R) • “The Zookeeper’s Wife” (July 4): In Poland, Antonina Zabinski (Jessica Chastain) and her husband, Dr. Jan Zabinski (Johan Heldenbergh), is looking after the Warsaw Zoo. As Nazis invade, the couple begin putting plans into action that will help save the lives of hundreds from the Warsaw Ghetto. (PG-13) • “The Fate of the Furious” (July 11): A mystery woman (Charlize Theron) turns Dom (Vin Diesel)

against his crew; cast newcomers also include Helen Mirren. (PG-13)

• “The Lost City of Z” (July 11): Explorer Percy Fawcett (Charlie Hunnam)

vanishes while investigating evidence of an unknown civilization in the Amazon.

(PG-13) • “Free Fire” (July 18): A weapons deal devolves quickly into an armed battle among those involved; Brie Larson, Armie Hammer and Sharlto Copley star. (R) • “T.J. Hooker: The Complete Series” (July 18): William Shatner plays the veteran police officer, with Adrian Zmed and Heather Locklear as the rookies he’s teamed with.

(NR) • “Billy Jack: The Complete Collection” (July 25): Even the pre-“Billy Jack” drama “Born Losers” is included in this set; Tom Laughlin plays the maverick hero. (PG) • “Big Little Lies” (Aug. 1): Reese Witherspoon, Nicole Kidman and Shailene Woodley star in the HBO drama about secrets among women in a coastal California town. (Not rated)

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Wright mostly hits good notes with ‘Baby Driver’ Baby Driver (R) Baby Driver (R) 3 out★★★★ of 4 stars

BY MICHAEL CLARK Movie Critic

Set and shot entirely in Atlanta, “Baby Driver” recalls the American New Wave of the late ’60s and early ’70s when rebel filmmakers produced cutting-edge movies that eschewed tradition and predictable Hollywood formula. It’s the sixth movie written and directed by Englishman Edgar Wright who has yet to even get close to repeating himself while making films that are instantly identifiable to him. There hasn’t been a career that began in this manner since that of Martin Scorsese.

The soft-spoken Baby (Ansel Elgort, “The Fault in Our Stars”) is the getaway driver of choice for Doc (Kevin Spacey), the organizer of high-end grand theft projects who hand-picks local criminals based on their specific talents and teams them up with others. Never using the same combo twice, Doc chooses to include Baby on each gig not only because he can get out of any sticky situation on the road but also because Baby is indebted to Doc for reasons revealed far into the film.

After a job that includes the romantically connected couple Darling (Eiza Gonzalez) and Buddy (Jon Hamm), Baby

meets diner waitress Debora (Lily James, “Downton Abbey”), whose nonchalant, breathy and kittenish rendering of the song “B-A-B-Y” by Carla Thomas convinces him that some sort of kismet is taking place and rightfully determines that she is his soulmate.

The follow-up last job involving Bats (Jamie Foxx) and two others (one of whom is played

by Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea) doesn’t go very well but further increases Baby’s value to thing resembling a father Doc who, at least on the figure, albeit a twisted surface, acts as someone. Doc then shifts his

Above, Doc (Kevin Spacey, right) tells Baby (Ansel Elgort) he will do the next job, and he will make a lot of money, in “Baby Driver.” At left, from left, Baby (Ansel Elgort), Bats (Jamie Foxx), Darling (Eiza Gonzalez) and Buddy (Jon Hamm) decide on doing the heist in “Baby Driver.”

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thought his service was completed, Doc moves the goal posts.

The new “last” job teams Baby, Darling, Buddy and Bats. As he is a prototypical alpha male type, Bats starts getting up in everyone’s face for no reason. Thinking this will garner him some form of street respect while instilling fear, Bats’ posturing has the exact opposite effect. The last thing you want when pulling off a heist is anti-social criminal types feeling threatened — it tends to get their ire up and increases the chances of an already-dangerous venture going further awry.

As in all of Wright’s films, music plays a big part here, and it works most of the time. Unless he’s talking to Debora, Baby’s got his earbuds in and bounces back and forth between various iPods depending on his mood and has become an adept lip reader. He’s also found of recording conversations that he’ll later work into homemade mixed cassette tapes.

Why he’s so preoccupied with music is handled in bits and pieces by Wright along the way, and it’s very clever.

There’s a fine line one has to walk when bringing any film music from the background to the foreground, and Wright crosses that line in the wrong way a handful of times — all of them with Baby lip-synching and dancing to songs in a most unnatural way.

The most glaring of these scenes is during the opening title sequence — one that the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce probably wouldn’t like. The remainder takes place

at the apartment Baby shares with his deaf/mute foster parent, and while it’s clear Elgort knows how to cut a rug, the sequences drift too far into too-cute, artificial “La La Land” territory.

The film’s weakest stretch comes in the last act when Wright takes a series of scenes including Baby, Debora and Buddy and turns them into the kind of cartoonish, unbelievable, overblown action clichés he’s been mocking and satirizing up until that point. It’s not nearly enough to completely kill off all of the goodwill Wright has amassed, but it does rob the production as a whole of its unique, quirky and angular feel.

Wright is able to regroup with the final sequence that takes place over a space of years and neatly ties together Baby’s many dreams/ flashbacks that pop up during the entirety of the narrative. The movie ends with an obscure Simon & Garfunkel song playing over the closing credits that shares its title with that of the film.

Even though the lyrics have some kinship with the story, some will get the feeling that Wright might have crafted his entire screenplay to jibe with this one particular song.

Even with its minor hiccups, “Baby Driver” further cements Wright’s reputation as a filmmaker with unique vision who can deliver commercially friendly movies without sacrificing his soul.

These days, that’s an awfully hard nut to crack.

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