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In this issue, we salute those who have served and placed their lives on the line by spotlighting those in our community that are small business owners. Inside, you will find an Army vet who is a local Jimmy John’s franchisee, a Marine-turned-roofer, a limo and car service Photo by Tiffany that specializes in customer service owned by a pair of Powell Photography Army vets and a two-veteran family (Army and Air Force) where the mom works from home as a beauty consultant.

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Please do what you can, SoFu, to continue to honor those who protect our freedom and to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. It is our pleasure to spotlight these veterans and their businesses.

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Departments 8

Around Town

Back Stage

Inspired By

Legal Compass

Hometown Hero

Healthy Lifestyle

Giving Back

Realty Report

Lifestyle Calendar

Parting Thoughts

12 Cirque du Soliel Presents LUZIA

A Dream of Mexico with Visions of Water and Light

16 Inspired By The Perryman Platoon

A Two-Veteran Family Thrives Here in South Fulton

18 Meet Team Morman

The Smiles Behind MARTI Transportation

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN

PruittHealth-Brookhaven. He oversaw the activities department and worked as a recreational therapist before being named Assistant Administrator. After serving in similar capacities at PruittHealth’s skilled nursing facilities in Lilburn and Austell, Hudie joined Georgia War Veterans Home in Milledgeville as Interim Administrator of the Richard B. Russell building before being named Associate Director for the campus. He then moved on to become the Administrator at PruittHealthFranklin before being named Administrator of Christian City Assisted Living Center in 2017. “I thought I would be here for only nine days, but this opportunity turned into a long-term position,” Langston said. When asked about his leadership role, Langston responded, “Christian City is a God-centered campus with leadership support focused on helping staff members maximize their potential. Thus, we have a seasoned staff in the Assisted Living Center. When I am not on site, I have peace in knowing that our residents are under the excellent care of our cohesive team. The staff sincerely cares about the residents as well as one another. They are passionate about their jobs and willing to go the extra mile, always keeping residents’ best interest at heart,” he said. “It is a joy and privilege to work here and serve here, because I’m in an environment where I’m being fed spiritually. My job helps me with

Hudie Langston (left), Administrator of Christian City Assisted Living Center, was named 2017 Executive Director of the Year

CHRISTIAN CITY ASSISTED LIVING ADMINISTRATOR WINS STATE AWARD

my continued growth as a Christian,” Langston commented. Langston is no stranger to awards and accolades. When asked what’s next in his list of aspirations, he said, “These rewards are nice, but my real rewards come from God.” At age 45, he wants to focus more on family and take time to enjoy life. “I want to eliminate

Hudie Langston, Administrator of Christian City Assisted Living

stressors as much as possible, be around like-minded people, have

Center was recently named 2017 Executive Director of the Year by

a sense of peace, and be a blessing to others,” Langston said with

the American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA) during

an award-winning smile. For more information or to learn more, call

the Georgia Health Care Association and Georgia Center for Assisted

770.964.3301 or visit ChristianCity.org.

Living’s (GHCA/GCAL) summer convention. Langston is well-respected by both residents and staff at Christian City Assisted Living Center, which is operated by PruittHealth.

DR. ZWADE MARSHALL NAMED ONE OF EMORY'S 40 UNDER 40

“Hudie’s passion for providing quality residential care shows in his

Congratulations to Zwade Marshall, MD, of Alliance Spine and

leadership,” said Len Romano, President and CEO of Christian City.

Pain Centers for being named one of Emory University Alumni

“He has dedicated his career to taking care of vulnerable people. This

Association’s recently announced “40 Under 40!” Go-to leaders

award was well-deserved,” Romano said.

in every field were carefully selected for Emory’s first-ever list of

Langston was among the 20 graduates of GHCA’s first Georgia Leader

outstanding young alumni. This premiere group was chosen from

Program class in 2015. Regarding the statewide award he received, he

140,000-plus Emory graduates for their “impressive track records

said, “I was totally surprised and appreciated the recognition in front of

and sparkling futures.”

my peers.” Naming several Pruitt Health leaders who positively influenced his career over the past two decades: Melvin Moses, Kevin Metz, Suzanne Gerhardt, Loretta Barnes, and George Hunt, Langston said, “Their leadership, mentorship and advice helped me to reach this point in my career, and I’m grateful to each one of them.”

ATLANTA MAYOR KASIM REED CELEBRATES OPENING OF ATLANTA BELTLINE WESTSIDE TRAIL Mayor Reed announced that the Westside Trail, a new three-mile

Hudie’s passion for athletics continued at Georgia Southern

corridor on the Atlanta BeltLine, is now open and available for every-

University where he majored in recreational therapy. “My first jobs

one to enjoy. During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Mayor Reed joined

were at Parkway Medical Center and Grady Health System in Atlanta,”

Atlanta BeltLine Inc. President and CEO Brian McGowan, Atlanta

Langston said. “One position was full-time and the other part-time.

BeltLine Partnership Executive Director Rob Brawner, Cox Enterprises

I worked the two jobs simultaneously, and both involved providing

Executive Vice President and CFO Dallas Clement, Kaiser Permanente

structured therapeutic recreational services for youth and adults with

Georgia President Jim Simpson, Georgia Department of Transportation

psychological disorders,” he said.

board member Stacey Key, Atlanta Public School students Maya

His next career step took Hudie to long term care for seniors

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$43 million investment. The investment brings the Atlanta BeltLine, Inc.

the leaves change to their fall colors at Georgia’s State Parks online

closer to its goal of connecting every community in the City of Atlanta.

Leaf Watch travel planner GeorgiaStateParks.org/LeafWatch.

Running from Washington Park to Adair Park in Southwest Atlanta,

Leaf Watch is filled with top trails and overlooks, mountain cabins

the new 14-foot wide multi-use trail features 14 access points, public art

and campsites, fall events and hiking tips with updates on how color

and greenway. Of the 14 access points, 11 entrances are ADA accessible

is progressing. Popular parks for fall foliage in the mountains include

– representing more accessibility than any other trail in the city. For a

Cloudland Canyon, Vogel, Black Rock Mountain, Fort Mountain,

half mile along White Street, the trail will use the existing West End Trail.

Smithgall Woods and many more. Autumn isn’t just confined to the

“Today is a good day in the City of Atlanta as we celebrate a promise

mountains. The cypress trees in the swamp at George L. Smith in Twin

kept with the opening of the new Westside Trail,” said Mayor Kasim

City provide an amazing backdrop to any camping trip.

Reed. “My Administration was committed to working with the Atlanta

Fall Insider tip: Take the two-mile hike outside of Moccasin Creek

BeltLine and other partners to make this shared public space available

to Hemlock Falls Trail at Lake Burton to experience a breathtaking

in Southwest Atlanta, connecting some of the city’s most important

waterfall for a fantastic fall photo op!

and historic neighborhoods in a new way while honoring them with such a valuable and significant investment.”

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Campfire-roasted s’mores, coffee, hotdogs and other seasonal

The Westside Trail is the largest expansion of the Atlanta BeltLine

snacks just taste better when cooked on an open fire at a camp-

since its inception. The amenity connects four schools, four parks

site. Most Georgia State Parks offer campgrounds and other lodging

and a dozen Westside neighborhoods. The trail will also feature

complete with fire pits and grills so that visitors can spend a weekend

murals, sculptures and other artwork.

eating their way through all the fall flavors. Work off those calories by

Following the trail’s groundbreaking ceremony in November 2014, construction commenced to create the BeltLine addition, and more

exploring the outdoors on foot, bike, boat or even horseback. SMELL

than 20 community engagement events have been held to ensure

Breathe in the fresh, fall air during an overnight trip. At Georgia

public input was incorporated in the project. The trail will also even-

State Park campgrounds, open air is a part of the daily routine, plus

tually connect hundreds of thousands of Atlanta residents to transit

park cabins have screen porches. Parks such as F.D. Roosevelt, Fort

and transportation alternatives.

Mountain, Cloudland Canyon and Vogel provide camping and cabins

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surrounded by fall color. Let the aroma of a campfire unlock memories of roasted treats while taking in the fire’s warmth. HEAR

Hear the rushing water flow through streams, lakes, waterfalls and creeks at your favorite state park this fall. Amicalola Falls is

In 2013, the U.S. Department of Transportation awarded the City of

home to a beautiful 729-foot waterfall that provides the perfect

Atlanta an $18 million TIGER V grant to help fund construction of the

soundtrack to viewing the gorgeous leaves of the north Georgia

Westside Trail. The Atlanta BeltLine Partnership contributed $10 mil-

mountains. Tallulah Gorge hides six waterfalls in the bottom of a

lion in philanthropic funding with lead gifts from The James M. Cox

1,000-foot-deep canyon. Heighten your other senses when you take

Foundation/PATH Foundation and Kaiser Permanente. The Georgia

away sight by joining a night-time hike at Cloudland Canyon or

Department of Transportation enabled the purchase of the land via a

embarking on a twilight pontoon ride at Reed Bingham. Let hearing

$9.5 million local match. Remaining funding was provided by the Atlanta

take over as wildlife hoots and howls in the distance.

Regional Commission’s Transportation Improvement Plan, and TAD

FEEL

partners at the City of Atlanta, Atlanta Public Schools and Fulton County.

Feel a crisp fall breeze while tackling the hiking trails at Georgia

FALL-OH! YOUR SENSES AT GEORGIA STATE PARKS

State Parks. F.D. Roosevelt, the largest state park, is home to extensive hiking trails that wrap around Lake Delanor and the rolling hills of Pine Mountain. Sweetwater Creek, located just 15 miles

The smell of campfires, the crisp fresh air, colorful mountain views

from downtown Atlanta is also home to 12 miles of trails. Mountain

and taste of s’mores all evoke feelings of excitement for the fall.

biking trails at Fort Yargo are another great way to experience the

Trailgoers, campers and leafers alike will all appreciate the unbeat-

cool air of autumn as you wind through forests of colored leaves

able views, variety of accommodation options, and plethora of hiking

or alongside the picturesque lake.

and biking trails for all skill levels. With nearly 50 Georgia State Parks

With extensive activities and lodging options, Georgia’s State

from the mountains to the coast, there are endless opportunities for

Parks offer the chance to enhance your senses during the fall sea-

visitors to experience the best of this multi-sensory season.

son. For reservations or a free brochure, call 800.864.7275 or visit

SEE

GaStateParks.org/Reservations.

Leaf peep this fall and see an array of autumn hues sweeping across Georgia’s outdoors. Most state parks, especially those across the north

EDITOR'S NOTE: In the October article on Donald Young, we mis-

Georgia mountains, are filled with vibrant pigments of red, orange

takenly stated that the Youngs owned the South Fulton Tennis Center,

and rust. Starting in mid-September, fall fanatics can keep track as

when they were actually operators there for a period of time.

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Back Stage ARTICLE ERIKKA SEARLES MITCHELL PHOTOGRAPHY TIFFANY POWELL PHOTOGRAPHY

A DREAM OF MEXICO WITH VISIONS OF WATER AND LIGHT

irque du Soleil is the epitome of entertainment. Yes, it’s a circus but it’s so much more. Every

performance is top-notch. I had the opportunity to sit down with Benjamin Courtenay, aerial straps artist performer to find out how much hard work goes into each one of the performances in Atlanta until November 19. Grab a seat under Le Grand Chapiteau before they roll all 65 trucks out of town. Luzia is a special rendition because of the way that water is incorporated into the show. The stage is specially perforated with holes so that the water can drain back into the pool it’s built over. The stage floor is covered in sand and then painted and that along with special shoes keeps the performers from slipping as they run and dance across the floor. The name of the show Luzia comes from a combination of the Spanish words luz and lluvia, light and rain respectively. They do some amazing things with water in this show and I won’t go into great detail at the risk of spoiling the beautiful surprises.

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One of the most breathtaking performances is from Benjamin Courtenay on the straps. He works over a pool with a trapdoor that is inspired by the cenote, a naturally occurring sinkhole that the Mayans believed to be a window to the afterlife. He portrays a demigod that interacts with a realistic jaguar puppet, trying to earn the animal’s trust. It’s been Ben’s dream to work in a Cirque du Soleil production since he saw the show “Alegria” as a child. SFL: WHAT’S YOUR BACKGROUND IN ACROBATICS? HOW DO YOU TRANSITION FROM DOING GYMNASTICS AS A CHILD TO PERFORMING IN THE WORLD’S BEST CIRCUS? BEN: I grew up in Vancouver and started in gymnastics. I really

enjoyed it until around age 10 when it got to be too competitive. Then I started in the local circus before going on to train at the college level at the Montreal National Circus School. At the end of the course when I earned my degree, there were auditions and I

SFL: IS YOUR SHOW THE SAME FROM NIGHT TO NIGHT?

got this job with the Cirque du Soleil. And they asked me if I’d be

BEN: I’ve been working on this concept for nearly two years and

comfortable doing what I do in water.

doing this particular piece for almost eight months. I am so lucky to have the opportunity to tweak the show in small ways to keep it fresh,

SFL: HOW DIFFICULT IS IT TO WORK IN THE THE WATER? HOW DIFFERENT IS IT FROM YOUR USUAL WORK WITH THE STRAPS?

new and interesting. I’m always trying new tricks and working them into the show. It’s lots of fun!

BEN: I was able to work the concept nearly from the beginning.

It’s a completely new concept. I was able to offer tips like at first it was freezing cold in the pool. They were able to warm it up a

SFL: WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO DURING THE RUN IN ATLANTA?

bit. Little things like the costumes: the weight of the water makes

BEN: Great food! We actually got here just in time for the opening

them heavy and a little more slippery. I’ve learned to work with the

because of delays from hurricane season. But we’ve already been to

water rather than against it.

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ments that they have earned. After completing her military service and college graduation, Elaine moved from Poughkeepsie, NY to Atlanta, GA. It was right here on the south side of Atlanta at Ft. McPherson that Elaine met her husband, Lloyd Perryman, Sr. (Army) while working together. Together they have two children, a son Lloyd, Jr. (9) and daughter Llynise (4), born on Valentine's Day. You can find them enjoying all that South Fulton has to offer. The Perrymans enjoy date nights at St. James Live and Elaine serves as the President of the Mocha Moms, Inc. South Fulton chapter. You can occasionally find her enjoying Girls Night Out at Live Edge. Lloyd, Jr. is a Weeblo with Boy Scout Troop 3310 and Llynise loves to dance at Dazz with Jazz on Campbellton Rd. An

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Meet Team Morman The Smiles Behind MARTI Transportation

ithin a few minutes of meeting Marlon and Tiffany Morman of MARTI Transportation, you can’t help but keep a smile

from spreading across your face. In the past couple of years, SFL has partnered with MARTI Transportation for various events and photo shoots and our readers and models just love them. Tiffany is the second of five children and grew up in the heart of Milwaukee, where she was influenced and exposed to many diverse cultures. Born in Washington, DC, Marlon was raised in the Prince George suburbs of Maryland. Both went straight to the U. S. Army upon high school graduation, which happened to be during the Desert Storm War!

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They served as Logistical Specialists in the same division before meeting one night at the “Memorial Day All-Nighter” at the Denver airbase. They danced and then went their separate ways. Fast forward a few months when their paths crossed again outside Tiffany’s barracks, and the rest is history!

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The couple recently celebrated their 25th Anniversary in the city where they first lived as husband and wife: Colorado Springs—the first of eight major moves with the Army and more than 10 deployments (both earning two Bronze Stars) combined as dual military spouses. After their most recent promotion to field grade rank of Major, the Mormans retired and Marlon entered the civilian corporate sector. As a Service Manager at Ryder, Marlon learned about being a civilian supervisor. While they enjoyed their new lifestyle, the contracting life beckoned, offering Marlon a position in Kuwait for which he was well-qualified. So, off they went for two years, adding more stamps to their bulging civilian passports. It was during this adventure that Marlon had the vision to become an entrepreneur. “After traveling the world and receiving/witnessing many different levels of customer service, we thought the people in our new hometown community would appreciate a luxury transportation

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Current employment with the entity that has discriminated

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F EL IC I A PARKS

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tlanta

graduated

As she was inexperienced in the quick service

from Chamblee High School in 1982 and

native

Felicia

Parks

restaurant business, Parks says the prospect

signed up for the Army right away, delaying col-

was daunting at first.

lege to satisfy her “need to serve.” Following basic

“Opening a business on my own as a single

training in Fort Jackson, Felicia repaired micro-

woman was tough—the loans, the permits, the con-

wave systems (26V) in the Panama Canal.

struction—I wasn’t sure how to negotiate. I had a lot

“At 18 years old, I was in charge of an on-call

of anxiety, but with support from my sons and Jimmy

team of four specialists,” says Felicia. “Having

John’s, it slowly got easier,” says Parks, who opened

that amount of responsibility at such a young age

her East Point Atlanta Jimmy John’s in July 2015.

forced me to grow up quickly,” she adds.

Another of Parks’ passions was the desire to

Completing four years of service, she went on

help young people. As a mother of two boys, she

to earn her bachelor and master’s degrees and

was acutely aware of some of the traps young

enjoy a long, successful career as a government

African-American men could fall into.

employee. Felicia started as a Supervisory Loan Specialist at the Department of Veteran’s Affairs

Since opening her store, Parks has employed 75 people—her youngest manager is just 19.

and currently serves as Branch Chief at the

“I wanted to work with kids, show them a

Department of Housing and Urban Development

positive atmosphere, show that them that, ‘hey,

(HUD), managing HUD-owned properties in

you can own your own business.’ The rewards I

Florida, Georgia and the Caribbean.

get working with them have gone beyond what I

While enjoying a successful career in gov-

could have imagined,” says Parks.

ernment, Parks never lost sight of her dream to

To that end, she is partnering with local schools,

own a small business. Encouraged by her sons

Brookville Elementary and Bunche Middle School,

to follow her dreams, Felicia put her “spare

to encourage good behavior. The program involves

change” to work and opened a Jimmy John’s

rewarding students with a voucher for a free Jimmy

franchise three years ago.

John’s sandwich when they do something good.

At her niece’s suggestion, “I did some research

She’s also establishing relationships with

on Jimmy John’s, and I liked the numbers, the

local high schools, Therrell High and Banneker

way they treated their franchisees, and the

High, to help students hone job-seeking and

product,” says Parks.

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Honors Jill Scott and Blues Babe Foundation at Annual Gala PHOTOGRAPHY DOUG SMITH

nspiration filled the air during the fifth annual gala and silent auction of the Motherless Daughters Foundation, a unique

organization that mentors young ladies who are growing up without the support of their natural birth mothers. The semi-formal event took place Saturday, Sept. 16, at the Georgia International Convention Center in College Park. Motherless Daughters, a 501(c)(3) that provides a mentoring program for girls ages 9 to 15 living without support of their mothers for unforeseen circumstances, recognized four individuals: JILL SCOTT, singer/songwriter and founder of Blues Babe Foundation,

a North Philadelphia-based nonprofit that provides a free summer camp for youth, among other services TAFFI DOLLAR, co-pastor, World Changers Church International,

author and motivational speaker HANK STEWART, Emmy Award-winning poet and founder,

Hank Stewart Foundation GARY DAVIS, founder and executive director, Next Level Boys Academy.

Accepting the award for Jill Scott was Blues Babe Executive Director Aisha Winfield, along with her daughter. Judge Penny Brown Reynolds, an Emmy Award-nominated executive producer, speaker and television personality, delivered the keynote address. Reynolds, also an ordained minister and founder of the annual SisterTalk: A Women’s Empowerment Conference, encouraged the girls to recognize that they have power even in settings where they don’t belong, according to someone else’s standards. “Every disappointment in my life has saved my life because I am the one who never belongs anywhere,” Reynolds said, in a powerful, stirring message to which many adults in the audience seemingly related.

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WAGA-TV Anchor Deidra Dukes; Miss D.C. 2016 Cierra Jackson; Judge Penny Brown Reynolds, Motherless Daughters Foundation Founder Rassalyn Willis and Shaunya Chavis-Rucker, division chief for the Fulton County Office of Broadcast, Cable and Film

Rapper/actor Clifford “T.I.” Harris with Xernona Clayton, CEO of the Trumpet Awards Foundation, Inc.

“Nobody can do what you do but you,” Judge Reynolds told the young ladies of the foundation. “You weren’t born to fit in; you’re supposed to be different. Every destiny and purpose that’s on your life, it’s on your life because you are different,” she said. “When God has [His] hands on you, there is nothing anyone can do to take away what God has for you.”

Williams also told of how she benefited from being involved with Motherless Daughters and is now a senior in high school and dual enrolled at Georgia State University. “Ms. Rassalyn, thank you for being in my life because I look at you as my mother,” said De’mai, who was raised by her father from the age of 3 weeks. Emcees for the evening were Shaunya Chavis-Rucker, broadcast personality, and division chief for the Fulton County Office of Broadcast, Cable and Film; and WAGA-TV Weekend Anchor Deidra Dukes. The gala included an in-memoriam tribute to and moment of silence for Fulton County Commissioner Joan Garner, who died in April follow-

She referred to the gala honorees as having proved that they didn’t belong and too are different.

ing a breast cancer recurrence. Garner was the keynote speaker for the Motherless Daughters Foundation’s inaugural gala in 2013.

“We are both humbled and excited to recognize honorees who

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are exemplars in supporting and empowering our youth—from one

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and executive director of the Motherless Daughters Foundation.

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“There’s no question empowering today’s youth through opportu-

Through Motherless Daughters, girls are paired with relatable moth-

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year-round educational and enrichment experiences. Girls receive

During the event that serves as the nonprofit’s largest fund-

scholarships and donations of clothing and school supplies and more.

raiser, Rap Artist/Actor Clifford “ T. I.” Harris presented the Special

Atlanta First Lady and Affordable Housing Developer Sarah-

Recognition for Outstanding Support award to his mother,

Elizabeth Reed serves as brand ambassador for Motherless

Violeta Morgan, who has been a strong supporter of Motherless

Daughters, and Xernona Clayton, CEO of the Trumpet Awards

Daughters since its inception.

Foundation, Inc., is honorary mother for Motherless Daughters, which

Harris spoke of how his mom not only helps nurture and mentor the girls, but goes on outings with, as well as feeds and transports, them. A Motherless Daughters graduate who now inspires other participants, De’mai Williams, a first-year college student, shared an emotional testimony of her experiences with the organization. Mercedes

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Realty Report

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BDRMS

BATHS

Serenbe

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106%

4.5

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$699,900

$685,000

98%

5.1

Serenbe

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$569,000

96%

2.5

Lakeside Preserve

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$332,500

98%

Bedford Estates

$296,490

$315,980

107%

Lakes At Cedar Grove

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$314,000

97%

Summit At Stonewall Tell

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$312,990

95%

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$304,190

105%

3.5

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3.5

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$297,900

100%

3.5

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$287,000

100%

3.5

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$285,310

95%

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$279,000

100%

Hampton Oaks

$279,900

$275,000

98%

$281,331

$272,990

97%

Durham Lakes

$270,000

100%

Fairways At Durham Lakes

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$269,579

99%

Cascade

$269,000

100%

3.5

Wyncreek Estates

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100%

The Summit At Stonewall Tell

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$267,500

97%

3.5

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$267,000

96%

2.5

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95%

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NOVEMBER 7 - DECEMBER 31 RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER DOWNTOWN ATLANTA

A performance so bright, some might even say it glows! Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ is flying to the Center for Puppetry Arts once again this holiday season! Based on the timeless 1964 stop-motion animated television special, this must-see show is a

With Food & Wine Moderation is the Key By Zwade Marshall, MD, MBA

As we look ahead to the Fall Season in South Fulton county there are many events to celebrate the changing of the seasons with our neighbors. There are numerous music, craft and art festivals planned in neighborhoods all throughout South Fulton county. At the heart of any celebration is good food and fine wine. As your neighborhood pain physician, I bring good news to all the wine lovers out there. Over the past decade, there have been numerous studies published in reputable academic journals that tout the health benefits of wine, especially red wine.

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NOVEMBER 16 SPLASH IN THE CITY FRIENDRAISER AND SEASON ANNOUNCEMENT ATLANTA Make a SPLASH in the city at Georgia Aquarium for the annual Friendraiser and Season Announcement! Join Serenbe after the rebellion of this past season as we submerge into a replenishing sea of possibility. Dine, Dance and Dive into the world’s largest aquarium

Moderate wine drinkers, defined as 1 glass daily for women and 2 glasses for men, have a 34 percent reduction in mortality compared to beer and spirits drinkers as reported by a Finnish study published in the Journal of Gerontology. This suggests that it is not simply the alcohol content of wine that extends the health benefits, but rather there was something unique to red wines that provided the benefit. Red wines contain a compound called resveratrol and other antioxidants that protect against heart disease. The grapes used to produce red wines sourced in the Mediterranean and southwest France appear to have more potent antioxidants than wine produced elsewhere. That glass of cabernet sauvignon is now associated with a reduction in your risk for colon cancer, cataracts and cognitive decline.

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If you consume your wine with a cheese pairing, you may be doing even more for your health and waistline than you ever imagined. Many people associate cheese with cakes, breads and other diet-busting foods. However, cheese (cheesecake does NOT apply) also contains a very healthy compound called butyrate that helps to boost metabolism and encourage the growth of good bacteria in your gut. Additionally, the high calcium and protein content of cheese helps to preserve your bone health especially in the aging populations that are frequently diagnosed with osteoporosis.

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With that said, I am compelled to remind you that the health benefits of red wine consumption only applies to “moderate” consumption. Over-consumption of any kind of alcohol is associated increased risk of addiction, hypertension, cirrhosis, stroke and depression. So drink in moderation and eat with your nutritional needs in mind.

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NOVEMBER 17 SOUTHERN CIRCUIT TOUR OF INDEPENDENT FILMMAKERS HAPEVILLE The 2017-2018 Series Screenings will continue on Friday evenings at the Historic Christ Church & Carriage House starting with a Reception with the Filmmaker at 6 p.m. and the Film Screening at 7 p.m. followed by a militarization of local police departments. Free admission and parking.

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