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ROSWELL, Ga. — East Roswell residents went home disappointed March 3 after city officials said they remain committed to relocating Fire Station No. 27 to East Roswell Park. Around 50 people, most dressed in green, attended the public information forum at the East Roswell Recreation Center. They appealed to the mayor and City Council to preserve the park and find another location for the fire station. Many held posters reading, “Save our parks.” One woman’s sign read, “I moved to Parkside Lane, not Fire Station Lane.” However, hopes withered at the outset when Mayor Mary Robichaux’s opening comments explicitly stated the city is moving forward with plans to relocate the station 3.5 miles west from its current location at the eastern edge of the city to the park at Fouts Road. “I understand that’s very disappointing to … almost all of you in this room,” Robichaux said. “It does require us as the leaders to balance those competing priorities.”

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police are seeking two suspects in a reported shoplifting of more than $1,000 worth of shoes from a North Point Parkway business Feb. 10. Alpharetta police said officers were dispatched to the business about 4 p.m. A manager told officers two men stole Nike shoes, placing them in black trash bags. Officers viewed security camera footage of the alleged theft. The items reported stolen included 13 pairs of Nike shoes. The incident was classified as a felony by shoplifting more than $500.

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police arrested a 34-year-old Alpharetta resident Feb. 14 in connection with a burglary reported at a Haynes Bridge Road gas station. Alpharetta police officers were dispatched to the business about 7 a.m. A manager told officers a man broke open the rear door and left on an electric scooter when confronted. The manager followed the man in his car, tailing him onto Ga. 400 and to another gas station near Morris Road and Old Milton Parkway. The manager, who said he never lost sight of the man, called police, who arrested the man. Officers viewed security camera video from the Haynes Bridge Road gas station. The video allegedly showed a suspect matching the Alpharetta man’s description. Officers also viewed another video recorded Feb. 13 allegedly showing the man stealing packages of mitragynine pseudoindoxyl, a legal chemical derivative similar to those found in kratom. Kratom is a tropical tree whose leaves contain chemicals that produce stimulating and opioid-like effects. Consumption of kratom can lead to addiction, a Drug Enforcement Agency fact sheet said. A search of the man found a package of the drug, which the manager identified as belonging to the gas station, police said. The man was charged with shoplifting and felony forced burglary of a business. — Jon Wilcox

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Roswell woman reports harassing text messages ROSWELL, Ga. — A Roswell woman reported receiving more than 30 unprovoked text messages from a former employee after asking him to cease all contact with her. The woman told police she had messaged the former employee about a sewer camera valued at approximately $13,000 when he started responding with texts that were not relevant to the equipment. After asking the man to stop contact with her three times, she continued to receive text messages, phone calls and a voicemail. The messages contained comments about the victim’s son, foul language and a video of the suspect singing. When police contacted the suspect, he said the woman’s husband had called him a murderer, and he was retaliating. The suspect said he was not threatening the woman, but “playing around,” and that he would stop texting. The woman is proceeding with pressing charges and police obtained a warrant for harassing communications from Fulton County. — Hannah Yahne

Woman wary of visits from unidentified man ROSWELL, Ga. — A woman notified the Roswell Police Department March 2 that she has repeatedly seen an unidentified male at her house on Manchester Circle. The unidentified Black male wears a vest and knocks on the woman’s front door before leaving. She has also seen him staring and taking pictures of the vehicles in her driveway. The woman said she has seen the man at her residence nine times but has been unable to contact him. — Hannah Yahne

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Council approves parking fees for Roswell downtown By HANNAH YAHNE hannah@appenmedia.com ROSWELL, Ga. — In a 4-2 vote, the City Council has decided to start charging for parking in downtown Roswell to coincide with the completion of the Green Street parking deck in May. The measure occupied hours of debate March 9 with 14 public speakers coming to the podium to share their opinions, each followed by applause from the audience. “This proposed parking plan does nothing to make Canton Street better, more vibrant or more accessible,” resident Bill Ray said. Multiple business owners spoke to the City Council, saying that implementing paid parking downtown adds an undue burden to small businesses. They worry that adding a parking expense will deter customers instead of incentivizing them to spend more at Roswell businesses, which would result in more sales tax revenue for the city. “Other cities around have figured out how to offer free parking,” business owner and resident Ryan Pernice said. We should be able to do that as well as everyone around us further invests in their downtown corridor.” Parking at the Green Street deck will be free for customers on weekdays from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Otherwise, it will operate with dynamic pricing, with rates on weekday evenings at $3 an hour. Daytime parking on weekends will run $2.50 an hour, with prices jumping by a dollar in the evening. On-street parking along Canton Street, Elizabeth Way and West Alley will transition to a full-time dynamic pricing model, no longer allowing a couple of hours of free parking.

Implementing parking policies for City Hall and Cultural Arts Center are on hold until the Hillrose deck is completed in 18 months. Pernice earned applause from the audience when he said it seems Roswell is bending over backwards to accommodate the Hillrose Market. “I really wish we’d spent the same attention or a fraction of the time supporting the businesses that have been here already,” Pernice said. Hillrose Market project A major factor in removing free parking areas in downtown Roswell is that financing for the Hillrose project relies on revenue from the 350-spot parking deck being constructed for the Hillrose Market. An additional 159 spaces will be on-street parking and in the City Hall parking lot, which are a part of the city’s “fee-for-parking” plan to pay for the deck. If there were free parking spaces on the street or in the City Hall lot, the financing structure for Hillrose would fail. “The downtown parking has to work together as a system,” Deputy City Administrator of Community Services Jeff Leatherman said. “…Really, it’s about the system of downtown parking and how you provide parking in the downtown corridor that needs to be looked at holistically.” The parking issue grew complex at last year’s groundbreaking of the Green Street parking deck nearing completion on the corner of Ga. 9 and Green Street when former Mayor Kurt Wilson announced the deck would be free for Roswell residents. “The challenge is that we did not model that specific policy decision … so we didn’t know the fiscal impacts,”

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Leatherman said. Differentiating customers of the parking deck by their residency would cost the city an estimated $100,000 annually to manage that database. Total expenses for the parking deck are estimated at nearly $800,000 annually, half of it going toward operations. Roswell has already dedicated more than $376,000 of its general fund budget in 2026 to ensure it can fulfill those payments with the deck opening in May. Even with pay-to-park policies, Roswell will face an estimated $200,000 revenue shortfall by offering free parking during select hours on weekdays. That shortfall will likely be compensated through the general fund. “We have not solved the revenue/expense number all the way,” Leatherman said. Roswell will analyze utilization rates of the Green Street parking deck through the end of the year to determine appropriate hourly pricing. If the city wants the best opportunity to hit their budgeted revenues, it must start generating revenue at the Green Street deck when it opens in May, Leatherman said. Council members had various opinions on the issue. Councilwoman Eren Brumley said Roswell should have never entered the parking business. But Councilwoman Christine Hall said the problem is not unique to Roswell, and other North Fulton cities are having these same discussions. “We’re not going to make everybody happy,” Hall said. “We’re making the best-informed decision…” Other meeting items Also at the March 9 meeting, the City Council approved for Roswell’s Public Facilities Authority (PFA) to issue bonds totaling $13.2 million to finance a roof replacement at City Hall, improvements to the public safety headquarters and

purchasing technology for the Green Street parking deck. The PFA presents an opportunity for the city to achieve lower cost financing for public facility projects that relate to public safety, parking and parks. Chief Financial Officer Bill Godshall recommended that the city accepts bid proposal from Webster Bank, which financed a PFA offering last year. It offered a 20-year rate that makes annual payments approximately $173,000 less than other proposals, which takes pressure off the general fund. A conditional use permit and variance request to place a QuikTrip at 1050 Holcomb Bridge Road was approved. The 3.1-acre site will transform the existing Red Lobster into a 6,000-square-foot convenience store with gas pumps. Council members approved a rewrite of Roswell’s Code of Ethics that changes the manner through with ethics complaints are processed. Instead of being submitted to the mayor, or the mayor pro-tem if the mayor is the subject, ethics complaints will now be be given to the city clerk and passed to the city administrator. Currently, the city has a board of 14 residents that hear ethics complaints. “Inherently, right from the jump you have people on the Board of Ethics who are sitting in judgement of the people who have appointed them,” Assistant City Attorney Joseph Cusack said. “So, there is an apparent sort of conflict if you will.” Now, five unbiased attorneys will deem if the complaint meets criteria to proceed. They would investigate and present findings to the City Council for their decision on the ethics complaint. The Unified Development Code was also amended to add definitions for “computer or data processing” and “data and digital storage center.” Planning and Zoning Director Jeannie Peyton said the updates will no longer allow for potential misunderstandings of what is allowed within Roswell’s development code.

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of 26th President Theodore Roosevelt. The exhibit is a joint effort between the Friends of Bulloch and the Bulloch Hall Quilt Guild. The guild was founded in 1985 by ten women taking a quilting class at Bulloch Hall. It holds monthly meetings and offers workshops led by local, national and international teachers. Tickets to the exhibit are available in the gift shop at Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave. Showtimes span from Thursday, March 12 through Sunday, March 15, and Thursday, March 19 through Sunday, March 22 during the museum’s operating hours. — Hannah Yahne

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DUNWOODY, Ga. — Volunteers with the Dunwoody chapter of the Young Men’s Service League spent nearly 400 hours painting, planting and improving the Community Assistance Center building on Roswell Road in Sandy Springs as part of the Ultimate Gift Project. The sprucing up at the building, which houses the Community Assistance Center’s Canopy Thrift Shop and mini-mart, took place over three Sundays in October and November. During that time, 132 members painted benches, planted shrubs, spread mulch and weeded the garden and repainted the walls in the center’s mini-mart. The Community Assistance Center is a human services nonprofit that works to prevent hunger and homelessness in Sandy Springs and Dunwoody. The Young Men’s Service League’s improvements support the Community Assistance Center’s efforts to create a dignified, uplifting and positive shopping experience for its clients and Canopy Thrift customers, according to Jessica Heidish, CAC volunteer manager.

“Their engagement reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the community support system and ensuring neighbors in crisis are met with compassion and life-stabilizing support,” Heidish said in a statement. The Ultimate Gift Project is a chance for volunteers to learn leadership skills as well as empathy and responsibility in a hands-on way, said Kelley Patilla, president of the YMSL Dunwoody chapter. “Together, we’re helping the Community Assistance Center provide a dignified, welcoming environment for every client, and that’s something we’re proud to support,” Patilla said in the release. The Young Men’s Service League is a national nonprofit organization whose members are mothers and their teenage sons who volunteer in their local communities. The YMSL Dunwoody chapter was founded in 2021 and serves the Dunwoody, Brookhaven and northeast Atlanta communities. More information is available at chapters. ymsl.org/chapter/dunwoody.

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Bizarre Coffee opens doors in Roswell By HANNAH YAHNE hannah@appenmedia.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Bizarre Coffee owner Sabrina Kaylor knows how important the first cup of the day is. Each customer is asked, “How can I make your day?” when they approach the counter. Employees at Bizarre are called Daymakers and are ready to do just that. “The opportunity to make such an impact in such a short interaction is really valuable,” Kaylor said. “And we try to teach them that that will compound over time and compound in people’s lives.” The local chain has a presence in three communities and its reach is growing. The brand started as a booth at a Canton farmers market. In 2020, its first storefront opened in downtown

Canton. “We just kind of figured it out as we went,” Kaylor said. “It’s been very much bootstrapped, and it’s been a really awesome experience.” Bizarre Coffee continued to expand with a location in Woodstock in 2023. Its third location in downtown Roswell, 1090 Alpharetta Street, opened in February. Another is under construction in downtown Acworth. “We have been really lucky,” Kaylor said. “The people who we get to serve every single day are the best.” What Bizarre Coffee is serving is just as odd as the name implies. Signature drinks on its menu incorporate flavors that aren’t typically paired with coffee, like Froot Loops and lemon. Kaylor sees it as a way to keep surprising her customers – but not too much. When making the spring menu, she made sure to bring back a blueberry

latte for the fourth year because people beg for its return. The menu changes each season, and even if the same items return, they’re often made differently. Bizarre Coffee has started using house-made syrups to further hone its craft and please the community. Kaylor said it has been cool learning a new skill and being able to revamp the syrup flavors they offer. “It’s just awesome to see people come back and taste it in its different forms,” Kaylor said. “It's just been really cool to see that be well received as we’ve evolved.” Social media has been a big part of cultivating Bizarre’s brand. Their Instagram account has nearly 30,000 followers, and multiple videos highlighting new drinks and carrying giant cocktails have gone viral across their social media.

They got a lot of attention when Kaylor announced she would dabble in craft cocktails at the Roswell location. She said the 3,500-square-foot space lent itself to add something fun and fresh to the menu. One flavor Kaylor was adamant to include on the menu was guava, something she grew up loving in South Florida. It’s mixed with black tea and vodka to make a cocktail called a Guava John. Another signature drink combines espresso, soju and yuzu, a Japanese citrus. “It’s a new thing to us,” Kaylor said, “so we wanted to make sure that those cocktails would be representative of things that we already do but in a way that exceeds expectations.” Bizarre Coffee in Roswell is at 1090 Alpharetta St. A ribbon cutting was planned for March 11 from 3:304:30 p.m.

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Brought to you by – By Dr. Destinee Hood at Roswell Dental Care Providing a full and accurate medical history to your dentist is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your oral and overall health. While many patients understand the need to share medical information with their physician, they sometimes underestimate how closely dentistry and general health are connected. Your dentist relies on your medical history to deliver safe, effective, and personalized care. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), oral health is directly linked to systemic health. Conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, autoimmune disorders, and osteoporosis can significantly affect your teeth and gums and vice versa. The plaque on your teeth is the same plaque that can form in your heart to cause a heart attack and the same plaque that can form in your brain and cause a stroke. If your dentist is unaware of your conditions or medical diagnoses, they are missing critical information to provide you with optimal care and education. Another critical reason for providing accurate information is medication safety. Many common medications including blood thinners, antidepressants, and blood pressure drugs can impact dental treatment and oral health. Blood thinners, for instance, may increase bleeding during procedures such as extractions or periodontal therapy. Certain medications can also cause dry mouth, which increases the risk of cavities and oral infections. If your dentist does not know what you are taking, they cannot adjust treatment plans or recommend preventive measures to protect your oral health. Prgnancy is also important to disclose. Hormonal changes can increase the risk of pregnancy gingivitis, and treatment timing may need to be adjusted. Reducing or elimination risks associated with dental X-rays and medications can be safely managed during pregnancy, but only if your dental team is aware of your condition. Despite these facts, common misconceptions persist. One frequent belief is, “If it’s not related to my teeth, my dentist doesn’t need to know.” This is simply not true. Dentistry involves more than "just teeth." It includes the gums, jaw, oral tissues, and how they interact with the rest

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of your body. It all starts with the mouth. If your mouth is not healthy, there is a good chance another part of you is not healthy either. Another misconception is that “My dentist already has my records, so I don’t need to update anything.” Medical histories should be reviewed and updated regularly because health conditions and medications often change over time. Some patients also hesitate to share information they consider minor, such as controlled high blood pressure or herbal supplement use. However, even supplements like ginkgo biloba or high doses of vitamin E can affect bleeding. Full transparency allows your dentist to anticipate and prevent complications. Ultimately, providing a complete and honest medical history builds trust and strengthens the partnership between you and your dental team. It reduces risks, improves diagnostic accuracy, and supports better long-term outcomes. At Roswell Dental Care, our goal is to provide safe, comprehensive care, and that begins with understanding your total health picture. Taking a few extra minutes to carefully review and update your medical history can make a meaningful difference in protecting both your smile and your overall well-being. Dr. Hood and team give your comfort and trust top priority. We assure you feel confident in any dental solution before beginning treatment. For enhanced comfort, we offer FREE conscious sedation, including nitrous oxide. Rest assured that your experience will be positive, relaxing, and rewarding. Take the first step in feeling great about your smile. Schedule your comprehensive dental exam by calling 770-998-6736 or by going to our website at www.roswelldentalcare.com.

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From spray sunscreens to creams, ointments, lotions, and foams, dermatologists love the fact that we can often recommend products and treatments that don’t require systemic exposure. When a patient must take a pill or receive an injection, the entire body is exposed, which increases the risk of side effects compared with most topical treatments. Sometimes, however, a pill is exactly the breakthrough treatment we’ve been waiting for. Many people are unaware of the creative and innovative oral treatments now available to treat skin conditions. What follows is a brief overview of some of dermatology’s oral medication trends and highlights. Some of these medicines are “off-label” or are supplements. Be sure to discuss the risks and benefits of any of these options with a dermatologist before starting treatment. We start off with “melasma,” a condition in which an individual’s face develops stubborn dark patches. Traditional topical medications like hydroquinone and azelaic acid are often only partially effective. Increasingly, dermatologists are turning to oral tranexamic acid as an option that can be used alongside or instead of topical medications. Tranexamic acid is a medication originally used to decrease bleeding but was later discovered to also reduce pigmentation in the skin. Because of its anti-bleeding properties, it cannot be taken by patients prone to blood clots or those with an increased risk of clotting. For many people suffering from melasma, however, tranexamic acid can be a game changer. For those experiencing hair loss, topical minoxidil (Rogaine®) can be frustrating to use. Once- or twicedaily application of a foam or liquid on the scalp can leave hair greasy and create styling challenges. Oral minoxidil is increasingly used as an alternative and is often very effective. In addition, Nutrafol® supplements are commonly used as an adjunct, particularly for patients seeking a more holistic or natural approach to hair loss treatment. Oral therapies are also gaining attention for preventing skin cancer and reducing sun damage. A form of vitamin B3 called nicotinamide has been shown to reduce rates of certain skin cancers in many patients. Another supplement, polypodium leucotomos (PLE), is

an extract from a tropical fern that reduces sunburns and may help decrease skin cancer development. Its protective effect is modest—likely comparable to an SPF 4 sunscreen for a few hours after ingestion. Therefore, polypodium is intriguing as an addition to traditional sun protection such as sunscreen and protective clothing. Because polypodium acts as an antioxidant and mild sunscreen, it may also help patients with sunsensitivity disorders as well as those with melasma and other disorders of pigmentation. The list of oral medications continues to grow. For patients with chronic hives (urticaria) the new pill remibrutinib inhibits an enzyme called Bruton’s tyrosine kinase, which plays an important role in the release of histamine from mast cells and basophils. Meanwhile, for conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and alopecia areata, oral medications that inhibit enzymes known as Janus kinases (so-called “JAK inhibitors”) have proven extremely effective. Although it is not a new medication, isotretinoin—better known as Accutane®—deserves mention in any discussion of state-of-the-art dermatologic treatments. Isotretinoin has been used for decades to treat severe acne, but concerns about potential links to suicidality and other possible side effects have caused some patients and physicians to hesitate before considering it. In 2023, however, a publication that combined the data of twenty-four prior studies for a grand total of 1,625,891 isotretinoin patients found no increased risk of psychiatric disorders. In fact, the study showed that people who had taken isotretinoin were less likely than the general population to attempt suicide two to four years after treatment. Other concerns such as the importance of not becoming pregnant while taking isotretinoin must be discussed before taking this medication. Still, isotretinoin remains an outstanding and often life-changing option for people suffering from acne. For isotretinoin, the pill may not be new, but we continue to receive new and repetitively reassuring safety data. If you or a loved one is dealing with a dermatologic condition—or simply wants to explore treatments to look and feel your best—consider Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta. Dr. Brent Taylor and Kathryn Filipek, PA-C, are honored to care for patients and families throughout our community.

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Why are my teeth so sensitive? Brought to you by – Atlanta Center for Dental Health Why are my teeth sensitive? What can I do about it? To understand why your teeth are sensitive, it’s important to delve into the underlying causes and factors contributing to this discomfort. Tooth sensitivity, medically known as dentin hypersensitivity, is a common dental problem affecting millions of people worldwide. It manifests as a sharp, sudden pain or discomfort experienced when teeth are exposed to certain stimuli such as cold, hot, sweet, or acidic foods and beverages, as well as during brushing or flossing. The sensation can range from mild to severe and can significantly impact one’s quality of life, if left untreated. There are several potential reasons why your teeth may be sensitive: 1. Exposed Dentin: Dentin is the layer of your tooth beneath the enamel, containing tiny tubules that lead to the nerve center (dental pulp) of the tooth. When the protective enamel layer wears down due to factors such as aggressive brushing, acidic foods, or tooth erosion from conditions such as acid reflux or

bulimia, the dentin becomes exposed. This exposes the nerve endings, leading to sensitivity. 2. Gum Recession: Receding gums, often caused by aggressive brushing, gum disease, or aging, can expose the sensitive roots of the teeth. Unlike enamel, the roots do not have a protective layer making them susceptible to sensitivity. 3. Tooth Decay or Damage: Cavities, cracked teeth, or dental restorations like fillings, crowns, or bridges that are improperly fitted or have deteriorated can leave the inner layers of the tooth vulnerable to sensitivity. 4. Bruxism (Teeth Grinding): Clenching and Grinding your teeth can be an unconscious habit that you’re not even aware you are doing. Habitual clenching or grinding can wear down your enamel, leading to tooth sensitivity. Additionally, it can cause fractures in the teeth, structurally compromising the tooth or exposing the dentin causing discomfort. 5. Dental procedures: Certain dental procedures such as teeth whitening treatments, professional cleanings, or root planing can temporarily increase

tooth sensitivity. However, this sensitivity usually subsides after a short period. 6. Acidic Foods and Beverages: Consumption of highly acidic foods and beverages can erode tooth enamel over time, leading to sensitivity. Examples include citrus fruits, soda, wine, energy drinks, and certain types of vinegar. 7. Medical Conditions: Conditions such as acid reflux, bulimia, or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can expose teeth to stomach acid, leading to enamel erosion and sensitivity. 8. Poor Oral Hygiene: Neglecting proper oral hygiene practices such as regular brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups can lead to plaque buildup, gum disease, and ultimately tooth sensitivity. To alleviate tooth sensitivity and prevent further discomfort, it's essential to address the underlying cause. This may involve using desensitizing toothpaste, practicing proper oral hygiene, avoiding acidic foods, wearing a mouthguard to prevent bruxism, and seeking dental treatment for conditions such as gum disease or tooth decay. Regular dental

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Understanding Systems Generated Trauma Brought to you by – Janet Fluker, M.Ed., M.S. As a parent of an adult with disabilities and an advocate in the disability community, I try to keep up with the latest research in FLUKER this area. I recently read an article that stopped me in my tracks. Cerebra, a charity organization out of the UK that works with families of children with disabilities, posted their most recent research on Systems Generated Trauma. What is Systems Generated Trauma? “Systems-generated trauma is the harm caused by the policies and practices of the public services that families are forced to navigate. While often unintentional, this harm stems from deep-rooted problems that turn the act of seeking help into an ordeal.” The narrative around the challenges faced by families has often focused on the child’s disability and the parent’s resilience. From the research done in this study parents have shared that the biggest obstacles they face are the systems they must navigate to get the care and support they need for their disabled child. How do these systems create trauma? 1. Different parts of the system work separately and fail to communicate which makes it incredibly difficult for parents to navigate. (I personally spent several hours last week trying to get a question answered about my daughter’s Medicaid. Each part of the system blamed the other for the issue!) 2. Parents are often met with suspicion and made to feel blamed for

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Peripheral vascular disease Peripheral vascular disease affects blood vessels outside the heart and brain. This condition narrows the arteries and weakens the blood flow to the limbs, resulting in pain or cramping in the legs and arms. It’s called peripheral arterial disease (PAD) when it affects arteries and peripheral venous disease (PVD) when it affects veins, like in the limbs. The peripheral vascular care team at Wellstar helps people improve their symptoms and stop the disorder’s progression. Care teams can include cardiologists, radiologists, interventional cardiologists and vascular surgeons. We collaborate to provide the right level of personalized care for people with peripheral vascular diseases.

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Johns Creek sound designer receives Emmy nomination By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Zach Hahn’s work is imperceptible to most people when he’s at his best. “The unfortunate thing about sound in film is that if it’s noticed, it’s not good, it sticks out,” the Johns Creek sound designer said. “Usually, if you don’t notice it, it’s great.” After years fashioning film, television and video game sound, Hahn is receiving lofty recognition for his work on an Atlanta documentary. “Makayla’s Voice: A Letter to the World” was nominated for three Children’s and Family Emmy awards, including Outstanding Sound Mixing and Sound Editing for a Live Action Program. The film already has garnered considerable attention and accolades, winning awards at the Atlanta Film Festival, Slamdance Film Festival, Tribeca Film Festival and many others. While Hahn did not the Emmy at this year’s awards ceremony, he came away with a feeling of deep gratitude. “What I gained that night meant more than a trophy. I got to walk the red carpet with my mom and my husband by my side, and for once in my life I truly felt

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Johns Creek resident Zach Hahn is nominated for a Children’s and Family Emmy for his work on “Makayla's Voice: A Letter to the World.” respected and loved for the work I’ve spent decades pouring myself into,” he posted on LinkedIn. Available on Netflix, the 24-minute documentary follows Makayla, a nonverbal Atlanta teen born with autism who learns to communicate through a tool known as a letterboard device. “As it turns out, Makayla has had a beautiful mind this whole time but has not been able to communicate with anyone,” Hahn said. “She’s written poetry and stories

and little lyrics and songs her whole life, but she never had a way to communicate them.” As sound designer for the film, Hahn, who works from his home, was responsible for almost every aspect of its audio. That included fundamental tasks like mixing and balancing sound. Hahn worked hard on one interview with the teen’s father, isolating his voice and removing noise while maintaining the quiet sounds in the room to ensure it sounded authentic. Hahn said it was imperative he keep the sound of her father’s fingers playing an absent-minded jazz riff on a keyboard as he spoke. “The director said, ‘I’m really missing his chair creaking and the clacks of the keys on the piano. He just sounds like he’s in a vacuum,’” Hahn said. “So, it was a scene I had to redo a couple different times.” His work also encompassed more inspired work like the creation of a cohesive sonic theme and use of artistic techniques. Inspired by her story, Hahn sought to reveal Makayla’s hidden world to audiences through skills he has built over his career, which stretches more than a decade. Because Makayla is nonverbal, Hahn sought an actor to give voice to the teen’s thoughts. He said he wanted that actor to closely represent the voice Makayla hears in her own head. After selecting a panel of suitable actors, he gave the final choice to Makayla. “We let Makayla listen to all those different voices, and she picked her favorite voice from that folder,” he said. “And it was a voice that she imagined her voice would sound like if she could talk.” Makayla’s hidden mind became a common thread throughout the film, offering Hahn opportunities to creatively communicate that theme. During one segment, he used a lowpass filter, which dims the chaotic noise of the background to a quiet hum. The result is a muffled almost underwater-like palette

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“Makayla's Voice: A Letter to the World” follows a nonverbal Atlanta teen who learns to communicate through a letterboard device.

of sounds. “It kind of gives the perception of just being in your head with your thoughts,” Hahn said. In another part, he created a contrast between the ambient noise of a forest and sounds of Maykayla in her kitchen listening to and choosing her voiceover actor. Hahn’s work on the film stands out as a highlight in his career, but it also represents only one project in a greater pursuit for expression through sound. Hahn said he has always been fascinated by sound. As a teen he thought he might want to be a rock star, but realized he liked recording his musician friends better than performing. His career gives him a much-needed creative outlet, one he finds compelling because of sound’s unique properties as a sensory medium. Unlike the other senses, sound pours into the human mind whether people like it or not. For example, a good television commercial will inform a viewer about a product even if they’re focused on eating their dinner, he said. “It is one of the most intrusive perceptions that you have. There is the phrase ‘out of sight, out of mind,’ but you can’t really do that with sound,” he said. “Sound is intrusive but in a good way.” These days, Hahn dedicates much of his time to furthering his business Audio Expert, which connects professional sound designers and allows them to share projects. But he also finds time to continue his craft, working on exciting creative projects, many of which he is unable to speak about because of nondisclosure agreements. “I’m living the dream,” he said.

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Northern Ridge District names new Eagle Scouts ALPHARETTA, Ga.— The Northern Ridge Boy Scout District (cities of Roswell, Alpharetta, John’s Creek, Milton) is proud to announce its newest Eagle Scouts, who completed their Eagle Board of Review on Jan. 22, 2026, at Alpharetta Presbyterian Church. Top row, from left: Timothy Stadter, of Troop 430, sponsored by St. David’s Episcopal Church. Timothy’s project was the design and construction of an outdoor staircase behind Jefford’s Hall at St. David Episcopalian Church. Maxwell Wright, of Troop 430, sponsored by St. David’s Episcopal Church. Maxwell’s project was the design and construction of a 92foot fence with a gate for the newly acquired property at St. David Episcopal Church. Abhinay Seelam, of Troop 2000, sponsored by Johns Creek Presbyterian Church. Abhinay’s project was the design and construction of a picnic table, nine tables of different sizes and two signboards. Praveen Rangarajan, of Troop 69, sponsored by Alpharetta Methodist Church. Praveen’s project was the renovation of Alpharetta High School's theater room by constructing several shelving units, repairing and repainting the stage, replacing broken ceiling tiles and repainting them, replacing the stage skirting and replacing the curtain rods. Rikhil Duvvuri, of Troop 69, sponsored by Alpharetta Methodist Church. Rikhil’s project was the design and construction of a wheelchair ramp for the Bagley house at Alpharetta Methodist Church’s campus. Bottom row, from left: Evan Abrahamson, of Troop 1717,

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sponsored by Cross of Life Lutheran Church. Evan’s Project was the design and construction of eight movable benches for Elkins Point Middle School’s outdoor court. John Patrick Rice, of Troop 629, sponsored by Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. John’s project was the beautification of the Fellowship Christian School’s campus by building and installing a large shade apparatus for the Paladin Outpost, planting a Liberty Tree to commemorate the 250th birthday of the United States, design and constructing a large wooden cross for the fire pit area and a clean-up/rejuvenation of the outdoor garden.

Michael Warman, of Troop 431, sponsored by Roswell United Methodist Church. Michael’s project was the renovation of the butterfly garden at Roswell North Elementary School by removing the current bricks on the pathway, cleaning them, then creating four different pathways. He also removed the old benches and replaced them with eight newly constructed movable benches. Julian Miller, of Troop 841, sponsored by St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Julian’s project was the design and construction of two wooden benches for the Lakhapani Preserve in Milton. Gavin Robertson, of Troop

7153, sponsored by St. Brigid Catholic Church. Gavin’s project was the creation of a Grotto for the Virgin Mary at St. John of Bosco Academy. The grotto work included a statue of the Virgin Mary, pavers, planting bushes and designing and constructing two wooden benches. David Prevallet, of Troop 3000, sponsored by Birmingham United Methodist Church. David’s project was the design and construction of a commemorative garden at Christ the Sheppard Lutheran Church. The garden included leveling the land and removing stumps, planting a tree and several shrubs and constructing two benches.

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Continued from Page 1 City staff have discussed relocating Fire Station No. 27 to a more central location in East Roswell since a 2022 gap analysis identified a disparity in station locations throughout the city. When Roswell voters approved a $52 million public safety bond that same year, initial planning and site evaluations started. A site analysis identified the intersection of Holcomb Bridge Road and Fouts Road as the ideal site for a new fire station to decrease response times and help manage call volume. Three sites were identified and evaluated based on price, land size and roadway access. Based on results, the site at 9135 Fouts Road, which is part of East Roswell Park and next to the East Roswell Public Library, was the top recommendation. The site is directly across the street from four townhomes in the Parkside subdivision. Other site locations included a commercial building at 2342 Holcomb Bridge Road and a church at the corner of Holcomb Bridge Road and Fouts Road next to Parkside townhomes. Deputy City Adminiztrator of Infrastructure Sharon Izzo explained that moving the station to one of those sites would come with a heavy price tag and a year-long extension in the project’s timeline. Construction on the 5-acre site in East Roswell Park is expected to finish in May 2028. Roswell has already invested $700,000 in design costs on the Fouts Road site and will move forward on completing design plans. Izzo said there are opportunities to improve the façade of the fire station and landscaping on the site. Staff expect to place the project out for bid in the fall and begin construction early 2027. A fight from residents A group of residents present March 3, mainly from the Parkside and Twelvestones subdivisions on Fouts Road, have actively opposed the site selection since a December public information forum on the topic. A community advocacy group launched protecteastroswellpark. org to keep residents informed on the issue and has nearly 1,300 signatures on a petition urging city officials to reconsider. On the 5 acres of green space to be turned into a fire station, 221 trees will be impacted, which multiple residents raised concern with. “There’s a fair bit of disturbance and we are going to lose a number of trees,” Izzo said. “But there’s going to

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Roswell Fire Chief Pabel Troche responds to residents’ concerns about relocating a fire station to East Roswell Park during a public information forum March 3. Residents oppose the site location because it’s directly across from four townhomes, adjacent to a library and will bite into 5 acres of park land.

Mayor Robichaux said. “All I can do now is make a commitment that we will do better moving forward.”

A resident speaks in opposition of taking land from East Roswell Park to construct a new fire station at a public information meeting held March 3 in the East Roswell Recreation Center. be a vigorous replanting plan that’ll come along with that as we get into the final design stage.” Recreation, Parks, Historic and Cultural Affairs Director Steven Malone said the city attempts to plant more trees than are disturbed during projects, and the city is continuing to invest in East Roswell Park. Malone emphasized ongoing coordination with the Roswell Disc Golf Club to ensure the three disc golf holes that will be impacted are reconfigured and remain operational throughout construction. “There’s a lot coming on the horizon for what this park will see over the next 18 to 24 months,” Malone said. Approximately $45,000 has been identified for disc golf course reconfigurations and updates, which is the first city funding allocated toward the course since its creation, according to Scott Walker, secretary of the Roswell Disc Golf Club.

“Anything that’s been done in the way of course maintenance, clean up, aside from mowing, has pretty much been volunteer labor … or at least funded by the club,” Walker said. While residents say they understand the need to relocate the fire station, they expressed disappointment in the lack of transparency throughout the site decision process. One resident said it seemed the decision had been made before residents could offer input. “It sounds like our last chance is in the rear-view mirror,” he said. “A little disappointed to find that out as I get here.” Newly elected officials who were not on the City Council when decisions on the relocation progressed agreed, saying the city needs to improve its process of notifying neighborhoods before any project comes to a vote. “I do believe that the communication model was not the best it should have been throughout this entire process,”

The historic issue One resident asked the council to consider the value of existing park land when making future decisions. “I don’t want to see the gradual erosion of green spaces and park spaces in the name of cheapest, and fastest, even public safety,” he said. Roswell does have a complicated history with taking park land to complete other projects. East Roswell Park specifically has been the subject multiple times, beginning with construction of the East Roswell Branch Library. “At least twice we’ve had to undertake fairly significant reworking of one or more holes on the course as a result of the city deciding to make some other use of that area,” Walker said about the disc golf course. The decision to relocate a fire station onto city-owned park land mirrors a proposal made in 2012 when faced with replacing Fire Station No. 4. “This is not unprecedented,” Walker said. “We have been through exactly this same scenario a decade and a half ago with Fire Station 24.” The City Council at the time proposed using land from Big Creek Park because it was cost efficient. They were met with a petition that had more than 700 signatures and, eventually, got property next to Kings Market to build Fire Station No. 24. “I see our little park here in East Roswell getting smaller and smaller,” resident Patsy Van Pelt said. “Nothing that anyone has said makes me think they won’t do it again.”

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The best way to keep your head above water It was, as I recall, about this time of year but a lot of years ago. It was near the end of winter. I remember that the winter that year had been cold and gray and a little depressing. But spring was just STEVE HUDSON around the bend. You Columnist could feel it in the air. The sun was out, and we were about to ease our canoe into the cold, clear waters of the Chattahoochee below Buford Dam for the year’s first float, an easy trip downriver to the takeout at Settles Bridge. Things are always better when it’s about to be spring, and celebrating the season’s impending arrival from the seat of a canoe is just icing on the cake. Yeah, things were looking pretty good. Just around the bend… For a while, the river had been too high for safe paddling. But at last conditions were ideal. So, we found ourselves at the boat ramp below Buford Dam, a great place to start a float on the Hooch if you time things right and avoid water releases from the dam. We loaded the boat and put on our life jackets and pushed off into the flow. Float time would be three to four hours, plus or minus stops to throw a lure toward those bankside brush piles where the big brown trout lived – wild, stream-born trout that just might defy your imagination. The state record brown trout – a leviatan

of near-Biblical proportions, weighing 20 lbs. 14 oz and measuring a nice 31.5 inches long – would eventually come from just such a brush pile. But that was still years in the future. The question just then had to do with what might happen right then. Would we tangle with a big brown trout? Hope springs eternal when spring’s coming and you’re in an angling state of mind, so spinning rods were ready in the bottom of the canoe, and we’d already made a few casts. Joe said he thought he’d had a strike. But no fish. Maybe the fish would come later. Maybe the big surprise was just around the next bend. The river carried us along. Joe, who knew his stuff when it came to canoes, sat in the back seat and took care of the nuances of boat control. I sat in the front seat and mostly just paddled. Up ahead, another bend emerged. I squinted through the river mist, looking downstream, and that’s when I saw something unexpected. I squinted and blinked, clearing my eyes for a better look. What I was seeing appeared to be a pig – a large, bleached-beige pig – perched up in a tree about 6 feet above the surface of the river. One does not often see pigs in trees. So, I kept looking as we drifted along. The pig began to morph as we drew closer. Slowly but inexorably, it became less and less a pig. And then, all at once, I knew. “Do you see that?” I said to Joe. Joe had been quiet, but he spoke then.

“Yeah,” he said. “But I was kind of hoping you didn’t.” We drifted closer. The shape-shifting pig shimmered one last time and resolved, at last, into what we had hoped it was not. There was no mistaking it now. Limbs, torso, feet, hands, and all the rest were suddenly clear, hanging there almost upside down about a grave’s depth above the surface of the flow. The current picked up, carrying us on downriver. The Ga. 20 bridge was coming up. We paddled to the right bank and managed to clamber out of the boat and up the bank. We bushwacked through the undergrowth to the road, stepped out onto the pavement, and hailed a Department of Natural Resources truck which, miraculously, just happened to be driving by at that very moment. Later, there were sirens and flashing lights and even a helicopter. Somebody helped us drag the boat up to the road. Statements were given. Then we hitched a ride and retrieved our shuttle car, tied the canoe to the top, and drove to Joe’s house where his wife had made us pizza. At six o’clock we turned on the news and enjoyed our 15 seconds of fame. “Two canoeists,” said the talking head, “discovered a body this morning while canoeing the Chattahoochee River below Buford Dam. It appears to be the body of a man who disappeared several months ago after falling into the river while floating with friends. The victim, it is reported, did not have on a life jacket at the time. Authorities speculate that the body had been lodged on the bottom in a

deep spot but was dislodged by recent heavy flows…” And that, friend, is the point of all this – not the story of the thing in the tree, which I will never be able to unsee, but the fact that it might have never happened if the victim had been wearing a life jacket. That’s the point, and as the weather gets warmer and the call of our rivers and lakes grows louder, be sure you don’t miss it: Life jackets are made to be worn, and you should wear yours when you’re on the water. What kind of person wears a life jacket? I do, every time – and I’ve been canoeing now for decades. My wife does, for it makes her much more comfortable when she joins me in the kayak or the canoe. The grandkids wear one always, no matter how well they swim. Anybody riding with me in my canoe wears one because you never know. To amplify the message, and to make life better for those who don’t (or won’t) bring a life jacket with them, life jacket loaner stations are becoming more and more common at boat launches throughout the state. I’m really glad to see them, too. Don’t have your own life jacket? Then by all means borrow one. That’s what they’re there for – and put it on! You’ll feel good about it, I promise – good…and safe. Remember: There is no shame in wearing a life jacket. It’s what all the smart folks do. Even if you’re a seasoned boater, use your PFD every time you go out. It just might keep you alive to float another day.

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Mortgage rates are down, but don’t pop the cork yet Mortgage rates drifted modestly lower this week, with the average 30-year fixed settling near 5.99 percent, typically accompanied by 0.50–0.75 discount points. Yes, that technically places us below the psychologically D.C. AIKEN stubborn 6 percent Guest Columnist dcaiken.com threshold. No, this is not yet the confetti moment. A sustained move meaningfully below 6 percent — not a cameo appearance — is what would likely ignite the next meaningful surge in home sales activity. The benchmark 10-year Treasury, the bond market’s north star for mortgage pricing, is currently hovering near 4.05 percent, modestly improved from last week’s 4.07 percent highs. For perspective, that’s a

two-basis-point shift. In financial-market terms, that’s less “breakout rally” and more “measured nod of approval.” From a macroeconomic standpoint, the current rate environment reflects a market searching for conviction. Inflation expectations appear anchored, though not immune to surprise. The labor market is cooling but hardly collapsing. Economic growth is moderating yet remains positive. In short, there is insufficient evidence to justify a dramatic repricing of long-duration bonds — and mortgage rates move accordingly. We also heard the president’s State of the Union Address, which featured nearly two hours of patriotic applause intervals and what can only be described as bipartisan interval training. While politically animated, the speech introduced little in the way of policy specifics that materially shifted inflation forecasts, fiscal projections, or bond-market expectations. Traders

remained unmoved — cardio notwithstanding. Of course, markets never operate in a vacuum. Geopolitical developments, commodity price volatility and renewed tariff discussions remain potential catalysts. Tariffs, functionally a tax on imports, carry inflationary implications that bond investors monitor closely. For now, however, these risks remain in the “watch list” category rather than the “panic button” drawer. Technically speaking, the 10-year Treasury appears comfortable within its current range. A decisive break below 4.00 percent would likely invite incremental buying momentum and modest additional relief in mortgage pricing. Conversely, a sustained move higher would challenge the narrative that inflation pressures are steadily receding. For the moment, the bond market seems neither euphoric nor alarmed —

just cautiously observant. Inflation has not staged a comeback tour. The economy has not rolled over. And traders, deprived of dramatic data releases, are doing what markets often do in such conditions: consolidating. So yes, rates have edged to their lowest levels in roughly three years. That matters. But until we see sustained confirmation — in inflation data, employment trends, and Treasury yields — this remains progress, not a parade. And in the mortgage world, sometimes steady is the victory. DC Aiken is Senior Vice President of Lending for CrossCountry Mortgage, NMLS # 658790. For more insights, you can subscribe to his newsletter at dcaiken.com. The opinions expressed within this article may not reflect the opinions or views of CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC or its affiliates.

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The many benefits of home rain barrels Rain barrels provide financial, environmental and practical benefits to homeowners. Rain barrels offer a free resource for watering your lawn, garden and container plants. During the hot sumJERRY VELTRI mer months, water Guest Columnist consumption can become a significant portion of the city water usage and costly to many homeowners. Rain barrels offer water during critical summer months free of unnecessary chemicals, such as chloride, fluoride and salts. It is a naturally soft water source with nutrients that are beneficial to your plants, providing an optimal growing environment. Rain barrels reduce stormwater runoff by capturing water from your roof, thus reducing storm water drainage issues. Pesticides and unabsorbed fertilizers do not get carried away into our waterways when less water is flowing from your home into the stormwater drainage system. Ground erosion is impeded since it reduces water rushing down from your drainage system. How to get started Rain barrels are easy to install. Just follow a few steps. First, you should find a suitable location to source your rainwater. Identify a gutter downspout that will provide a good supply of rainwater. A roof area of 250 sq. ft. can fill a 50-gallon container in less than two hours of moderate rainfall. Place the barrel on level, sturdy ground. Next, determine the type of rain barrel you want to use. You can either build or buy, depending on your needs. To build a rain barrel you will need, at a minimum, a 30- to 50-gallon barrel, a way of collecting water from a gutter downspout and a spigot to get the water from the barrel. Next, you need a way of funneling the water into the barrel. This can be as simple as redirecting your downspout into an opening at the top of the barrel or implementing a water diverter. Lastly, you need a way to drain the water by installing a spigot near the bottom of the container. These materials can be purchased at your local hardware store or online, usually sold in kits with all the materials and instructions needed for basic installation. If you want more guidance, there are several online articles and videos showing you how to make one. Rain barrelmaking workshops are offered by local

Rain barrel with solar irrigation municipalities as well as City of Atlanta Watershed Management. These are fee-based workshops typically offered in spring and summer months, requiring pre-registration. Be on the lookout for a workshop near you. Part of home landscape Some gardeners have shied away from rain barrels because they do not fit in their home’s landscape. The good news is that there are plenty of attractive barrels that can complement your home. Designs ranging from attractive terra cotta, Tuscan stone and modern containers are available from home stores or dedicated e-commerce shops. Take it up a notch If you are into home automation, you can really go wild with your beautiful rain barrel by adding an irrigation system. This will provide hands-free watering for your outdoor plants. During the summer months, you will not have to worry about when to water those precious summer blooms. I implemented solar-powered, programmable irrigation systems, drawing water from the rain barrel, to supply over 10 plants per system. The programmable systems power the water pumps to distribute the water to the plants and have day and time duration settings, so the watering is automated. This is especially helpful when I am away from home for an extended period.

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Considerations There are some considerations that you may want to address. Many homeowners are concerned about the infestation of mosquitos during the growing season. Because the containers have water that may remain in the barrel for several days (or weeks), there is the possibility of a mosquito breeding ground. Mosquito dunks are doughnut-shaped, biodegradable tablets containing Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti), a naturally occurring bacterium that kills mosquito larvae in standing water without harming pets, fish, wildlife or humans. The rainwater that deposits in the containers contains natural bacteria, aiding plant nutrition and possible contaminants from the roof. However, some horticulturalists advise harvesting three weeks after rain barrel watering on the soil surface, as bacteria may get absorbed into your fruit and vegetables. To remediate, you can add a small amount of unscented bleach or calcium hypochlorite and let the chlorine smell disappear before watering (maintain a chlorine level of 0.2 mg/L of water). Avoid overhead watering onto crops, especially leafy greens, etc., with rain barrel water. Some barrels could crack during winter freezes. To avoid potential damage, you should drain the container before a forecasted cold spell or just empty for the winter months. So, when you are watching the Geor-

Container rain barrel with downpipe. gia rain from the comfort of your home, think about how you can capture this free resource from mother nature. You help your plants grow healthy, improve the environment and save money. All while having a Rain Barrel of Fun! Happy Gardening! North Fulton Master Gardeners, Inc. is a Georgia nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization whose purpose is to educate its members and the public in the areas of horticulture and ecology in order to promote and foster community enrichment. Master Gardener Volunteers are trained and certified by The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension. Previous Garden Buzz columns are featured at: https://appenmedia.com/opinion/columists/garden buzz/. Save the date: 25th Annual Garden Faire, April 11, 2026 at Wills Park in Alpharetta

About the author This week’s “Garden Buzz” guest columnist is Jerry Veltri, a Sandy Springs resident. Jerry became a Certified UGA Master Gardener Volunteer after a lifetime of household gardening. He enjoys growing many types of plants and trees, especially citrus and fig trees, using rain barrels as the main source for watering many of his garden plants.

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Making a difference for generations of Ugandans When Holly Suber visited Uganda for the first time she fell in love with its people and its traditions. She knew she wanted to help this very poor country, not piecemeal or with a onetime contribution, BOB MEYERS but in an ongoing Columnist significant way. This column is the history of how the power and love of one person can make a real difference. Uganda is an East African country with a population of about 49 million. It is East Africa’s fourth-largest economy. In 2024 it was ranked as the sixth most popular destination in Africa for international conferences by the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA). According to the World Bank ‘s December 2025 Uganda Economic Update, “Uganda’s economic growth remains strong… driven by a recovery in household consumption, accelerated government spending and continued investment growth. Dynamic domestic demand and

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From left, Vickery Callaway, Holly Suber and Bing Callaway stand at the bowl-making session in the Milton Bethwell Community Center, February 2025. Vickery is Bing’s mother and organized the event for the North Fulton Chapter of the Young Men’s Service League. Holly is founder of the Hope Street Missions Uganda and Vickery’s mother. robust agricultural and tourism performance generated broad-based growth across agriculture, industry, and services. As a result, poverty is projected to have

declined in 2024 and 2025.” All things are relative, however, and Uganda is still a very poor country with many challenges. Charitable organiza-

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tions play an important role in helping Uganda move forward. Holly Suber was director of children’s ministries at the Wildwood Church in Tallahassee, Florida, when she went to Uganda for the first time in 2003. She was inspired by a Ugandan pastor at her church. “He was a fascinating man with a deep love for children and the needs of street children in his native country,” she recalled. “He said to me ‘you must come to Uganda and teach our teachers.’ I did not know what to expect, but I went to Uganda with two 70-pound bags of teaching materials and held my first teacher training workshop. In the bags, I had things like paper, crayons, child booklets for children who could not read and socks for children who had none.” The local church was a pole barn in downtown Kampala, the capital, in a slum that used to be a garbage dump, Suber said. “It was strategically located in a hollow between the university and businesses,” she said. “People rarely went down into the hollow but the first day of our two-week workshop we had about 17 teachers. By the end of the week, we had 57. The ladies were excited about the paper and crayons because they never had anything like that before. They had some resources like corn husk dolls which we made into puppets. They had a great time with puppet shows.” Holly was hooked. She returned to Uganda twice a year even after moving to Milton. Children wanted to go to school and to learn, but resources were scarce. Most schools were for orphans, and teachers were unpaid volunteers. The challenge for Holly was how to help, how to get teaching materials to Uganda, how to find room for students who wanted to learn. Holly’s efforts grew until the teachers and students required funding. Holly established the Hope Street Missions Uganda, a charity that could raise money to train and pay teachers, work with local churches, provide teaching materials and increase the number of students. And more. The charity could allow people in the United States to sponsor individual children. Then, she saw the shoes. Holly is an artist and she realized art could be part of the answer. The shoes belonged to a 3-year-old boy named Ronald. She wanted to take the shoes home, but she had to negotiate with Ronald’s parents. The price was a new pair of shoes. Back home, she did a pencil drawing of the shoes, and the shoes became the logo for her charity.

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Ugandans: Continued from Page 26 “I am so proud of the lost, needy children that came into our program through churches and schools we worked with,” she said. “Some are now grown up and have gone through universities and are operating ministries or businesses of their own. “Street children are still a challenge and that led to the bowl idea, a new way to generate funds to support our charity. I want to give people something in exchange for their donations. Bowls will be sold or given to people who donate substantially.” I recently attended a meeting with Holly and the North Fulton Chapter of the Young Men’s Service League at the Milton Bethwell Community Center. The YMSL is a national organization where mothers and their high school sons work together on community and charitable projects. The organization

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teaches leadership skills while helping grow the relationship between boys and their moms. See my August 2025 column about the YMSL at appenmedia.com/opinion. Holly taught the boys how to make clay bowls. The bowls will be sold online with all proceeds going to support the Hope Street Missions work in Uganda. For information on the organization or to make a donation or to sponsor a child contact hopestreetuganda@wildwoodtlh.com or hopestreetmissionsuganda, 100 Ox Bottom Road, Tal, Florida 32312. Thanks to Kelly Jo Kuck for suggesting this topic. Bob is a member of the City of Alpharetta Historic Preservation Commission, director emeritus of the Milton Historical Society and member of the Alpharetta and Old Milton County Historical Society. You can email him at bobmey@bellsouth.net. Bob welcomes suggestions for future columns about local history.

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Twenty high school student members of the North Fulton Chapter of the Young Men’s Service League made clay bowls which will be sold to generate funds to support programs of the Hope Street Missions Uganda. Photo taken at the Milton Bethwell Community Center.

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