Forsyth Herald - April 2, 2026

Forsyth County primes the pump to draw its own water from Lanier

By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County is primed to undertake a yearslong construction project that will finally provide access to its own water source at Lake Lanier.

County commissioners gave tentative approval at a March 24 work session for three construction, engineering and management contracts totaling $80 million. The contracts are expected to be formally approved at an upcoming commission business meeting.

Work includes constructing tunnels and an intake structure at Tidwell Park on the western shore of Lake Lanier.

Commissioners gave tentative approval of a $70 million contract to Drill Tech Drilling & Shoring, an almost $7 million contract to HDR Engineering and a $3.5 million contract to Jacobs Engineering Group.

The work represents the first phase of construction for facilities to allow Forsyth County to draw drinking water from Lake Lanier. It follows a $7,600 easement approved in January to allow access to a 180-foot-deep wet well shaft on county

property adjacent to Tidwell Park.

County Manager David McKee said the project marks the conclusion of a decades-long effort to provide water redundancy for the county.

For nearly 40 years, a multistate federal lawsuit forced the county to source nearly all of its water from a Lake Lanier intake facility owned by the City of Cumming. But, a 2021 U.S. Supreme Court ruling opened the door for the county to access water from the lake.

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House bill sets limit on Forsyth County commission terms

By ZOE SEILER zoe@appenmedia.com

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Commission may have a two-term limit beginning in 2027.

The Georgia House passed a bill March 25 that would allow voters to decide in November whether to adopt the measure. The bill must first pass the General Assembly. Forsyth County commissioners serve four-year terms. If passed, the legislation would limit their service to eight years in total on the Board of Commissioners. Any terms served, in full or in part, before 2027 will count toward the term limit.

County Commissioner Todd Levent said the original term limit language given to the Forsyth legislative delegation was not strict enough.

See TERM, Page 20

Members of the Forsyth County Commission may implement a twoterm limit starting in 2027, pending legislative and voter approval.

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Motorcyclist charged with drug possession

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A 36-yearold Atlanta man was arrested on drug and fleeing charges March 20 following a pursuit that ended on Buford Highway.

The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office said a deputy attempted to stop the man on Buford Highway at Samples Road after receiving a bulletin advising law enforcement to look out for a black motorcycle.

The motorcycle sped away, weaving through traffic and narrowly avoiding vehicles after the deputy activated their emergency lights, the report said. The motorcycle allegedly displayed no license plate.

The deputy terminated the pursuit, but the motorcycle was stopped by another deputy on Buford Highway near Ga. 400.

A search of the man turned up numerous pills, including controlled substances, the Sheriff’s Office said.

The man was arrested on possession of a Schedule IV controlled substance, possession of a Schedule V controlled substance, no license plate, fleeing or attempting to elude, reckless driving and prescriptions/dangerous drugs not in original container.

— Jon Wilcox

Cumming men cited following traffic stop

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Two Cumming men were arrested on drug distribution charges March 18.

The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office said a 40-year-old man and 31-yearold man were arrested on charges of felony possession of methamphetamine

with intent to distribute.

Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Settingdown Road near Marsett Parkway a little after midnight. The traffic stop was for failure to maintain lane and an expired tag.

Deputies arrested the men at the end of the stop.

— Jon Wilcox

Tools reported stolen in storage unit burglary

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Officers investigated the report of a burglary at an apartment storage building March 14.

Alpharetta police said officers were dispatched to the Huntington Drive apartment complex about 10:15 a.m. after a burglary was reported there about 1 a.m.

Officers found two cut locks and determined storage sheds and a maintenance room had been entered.

About $1,000 of tools and a leaf blower had been taken. The items total in value of about $1,120.

Officers viewed surveillance video, but details of the recordings were redacted from a police report.

The incident was classified as a felony burglary of a commercial nondwelling.

— Jon Wilcox

Police lose vehicle following short pursuit

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Alpharetta police are searching for the driver of a silver Toyota Camry that eluded officers during a short pursuit March 10.

Alpharetta police said officers attempted to stop the car leaving a Mansell

Road vehicle dealership about 9:30 p.m. The vehicle’s lights allegedly were off.

Officers activated their emergency lights and sounded their horn, but the vehicle made no attempt to stop and continued east on Mansell Road, police said.

The vehicle allegedly was driving erratically and breaking traffic laws.

Officers terminated their pursuit in accordance with department policy when the vehicle entered southbound lanes of Ga. 400.

The incident was classified as fleeing or attempting to elude.

— Jon Wilcox

Couple reports motorist pulled gun in fit of rage

ROSWELL, Ga. — A Roswell man and wife reported having a gun pulled on them March 26 by a nearby driver after merging onto Alpharetta Highway.

The couple had left Mountain Motorsport in their Range Rover and turned right out of the parking lot, pulling in front of a silver Chevy Silverado.

The truck’s driver – later identified by police as an Alpharetta man – pulled up next to the couple’s car blaring its horn. The two men exchanged words before the driver of the Chevy allegedly pointed a blue handgun at the Range Rover.

The truck then slowed and turned around heading south on Alpharetta Highway.

The couple in the Range Rover followed the truck trying to gather identification until emergency dispatch told them to stop and wait for police.

Roswell police reviewed street camera footage that showed the couple’s Range Rover merging in front of the Chevrolet truck, but it did not cut off the vehicle. The police report states that footage showed the truck change lanes, pull next to the couple and the driver pointing at the car, but it says it’s difficult to determine what he was holding.

Police were able to identify the driver using the truck’s license plate but were unable to follow up on leads at the time.

— Hannah Yahne

Memorial service honors Vietnam veterans

By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — David Raper will never forget the day Lance Cpl. Eddy Lofstrom was killed.

“I’m standing here today because of him,” Raper, of Marietta, said.

On May 15, 1968, Lofstrom was killed by North Vietnamese fire at the top of a hill near Khe Sanh. Raper, then a Marine first lieutenant, was also injured by the bullets that hit Lofstrom, who was affectionately known as “Red” for the bright color of his hair.

“I turned my back to bring up the rest of the troops, and Eddie was here,” Raper said. “The Vietnamese shot, and the bullets went across my back, through my arms and right into Eddie’s chest, into his heart.”

Lofstrom’s name is one of 58,000 others etched into a 250-foot replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Newtown Park.

Before the start of a March 30 service at the memorial, Raper walked alone to find his friend’s name, tracing it with his fingertips.

Decades have passed since that day, but Raper, now a grandfather, said he still often thinks of Lofstrom. He said

Sahn May 15, 1968, by North Vietnamese fire

he thinks the memorial is important because of the testament it gives to Lofstrom and others who gave their lives in the name of service.

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WHAT WE CARRY

“He was a good guy, full of joy, really, an 18-year-old guy, high school senior, just got out of school,” Raper said. About a hundred other Vietnam

War veterans and their loved ones were joined by elected officials at the service commemorating National Vietnam War Veterans Day.

The memorial featured speeches by local veterans, Mayor John Bradberry and keynote speaker 1st Lt. Virginia Dornheggen, a U.S. Army combat nurse and 2024 inductee into the Georgia Military Veterans Hall of Fame.

“Whether or not you agree with the purpose of the mission is irrelevant,” the mayor said. “All of our veterans, all the people that have ever signed up to serve in the United States military and have served honorably, deserve our undoubted gratitude.”

The replica wall toured the nation before arriving at Newtown Park in 2021 thanks to fundraising efforts by the Johns Creek Veterans Association.

It bears the names of thousands of veterans who paid the ultimate price from various branches of service, said U.S. Army Capt. Thomas Yearian, who served in Vietnam. The names include more than two dozen sets of brothers, clergy, numerous 18- and 19-year-olds and at least one 15-year-old.

“Every one is not just a name,” Yearian said. “There’s a story behind them.”

Alpharetta Lions Club dinner celebrates public safety heroes

By HANNAH YAHNE hannah@appenmedia.com

MILTON, Ga. — In a room overlooking the Atlanta National Golf Course, Alpharetta Lions Club members, award recipients and spouses gathered March 26 to celebrate select public safety personnel for their service to the cities of Alpharetta and Milton.

Two individuals from each city’s public safety departments were recognized as outstanding members of the police, fire or emergency communications departments.

It’s the 25th year that the Alpharetta Lions Club has honored local public safety officials.

After the twin towers collapsed Sept. 11, 2001, Lions Club members wanted to recognize heroes in their communities for serving with the same bravery and commitment as those who selflessly saved lives on 9/11.

“We have heroes among us in this community,” said Fran Schefer, the vice president of the Alpharetta Lions Club. “Between police, fire, 911 who are serving their community with evidence of that same type of bravery and commitment to going all the way they could to help others.”

Emergency Communications

Club annual public

Outstanding Communications

Recognitions started with Officer Sheana Miller, this year’s Outstanding Communications Officer for the Alpharetta Police Department. After serving in the United States Army, Miller

became a communications officer and has been with Alpharetta for 5 years.

Milton firefighter Derek Hofmann was recognized as the Milton’s FireRescue Departments’ Employee of the

Year after dedicating eight years of service to the city.

Lieutenant Michael Bechara received an award for Firefighter of the Year for the Alpharetta Public Safety Department. Bechara started with the Alpharetta Volunteer Fire Corps in 2016 and was hired by the Alpharetta Fire Department one year later.

Detective Randy Dula was recognized as the Milton Police Department’s Outstanding Officer of the Year after two years with the department. Before starting his career in law enforcement in 2013, Dula served in Afghanistan. He joined law enforcement after leaving the Army because Dula saw an opportunity to continue fighting criminal activity stateside and still help people overseas.

“The community of Milton itself, they hold the first responders of Milton very close to their hearts,” Dula said. “That’s one of the things that I really enjoy seeing because you’ve got a community that works along with you.”

Alpharetta Police Officer of the Year

Evan Makhoul was honored but unable to attend the celebratory dinner because he was called to join his National Guard unit. Lt. Jason Carter accepted the award on his behalf.

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Developer plans hockey-centered North Point Mall

By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A North Point Mall redevelopment plan calls for a 20,000seat hockey arena, a performing arts center, hotels, and a variety of mixed-use amenities in an area city officials have long described as underutilized.

Submitted by Jamestown, the developer responsible for Ponce City Market, the plan redefines the aging mall as an expansive sports district that could be anchored by a new National Hockey League franchise. Jamestown entered into a partnership with the mall property owner, New York Life, in February.

The project is competing with a similar plan in Forsyth County to attract a national hockey team to a $2 billion mixed-use arena development, known as The Gathering at South Forsyth, off Ronald Reagan Boulevard and Union Hill Road near Ga. 400.

For years, city officials have expressed a desire to revitalize the North Point Mall area. Opened in 1993, the mall was once a premier shopping destination in Atlanta but has struggled to attract visitors.

Since 2019, the taxable real estate value of nine mall parcels has fallen by about 47 percent.

The new plan for the mall would transform the property, bringing major entertainment, shopping, residential and office assets. It would leverage access to nearby Ga. 400 and connectivity to the Alpha Loop.

In addition to the hockey arena, amenities include a 2,000-seat community

hockey rink, a 500-seat movie theater, 45,000-square-foot hotel conference center, 400-room full-service hotel, 300room hybrid hotel, a 150-room hotel, 750,000 square feet of office, 1,385 for-rent homes, several parking decks and 22 acres of public parks, plazas and multi-use trails.

In its application, Jamestown said the plan represents a unique vision for the area, unlocking its full potential.

“The design-driven approach to North Point Mixed Use District reflects Alpharetta’s high standards, curates a dynamic and balanced mix of uses, and preserves the North Point area as a regional destination for future generations,” Jamestown’s application said.

The proposal comes months after the approval of a tax allocation district for the area, which could drive redevelopment. The Alpharetta City Council approved the district in November.

With participation by Fulton County and Fulton County Schools, the tax allocation district could generate more than $950 million over 30 years, according to current estimates. Without their participation, the city’s contribution would amount to about $153 million.

“North Point Mixed Use District is a year-round destination offering a robust lifestyle every day and a game-day experience with uses to create a place that is consistently active and economically resilient,” Jamestown’s application said. “It aligns with Alpharetta’s vision of creating the highest quality environment, fostering a strong sense of community, and attracting top-echelon companies.”

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Mimms Museum unveils major Apple exhibit at BYTE26

By JAMIE GODIN newsroom@appenmedia.com

ROSWELL, Ga. — Roughly 330 people filled the Mimms Museum of Technology and Art in Roswell March 21 for the fifth annual BYTE fundraiser featuring a sneak peek at an expansive new exhibit dedicated to Apple Inc.

The fundraiser, known as BYTE26, blended a formal gala atmosphere with a preview of the museum’s next major step: "iNSPIRE: Fifty Years of Innovation from Apple," a sprawling exhibition exploring the company’s history and cultural impact. Guests were welcomed with a cocktail reception before moving into a dinner program as a violinist moved through the room.

Beyond the evening’s programming, the event underscored a broader ambition for the museum, one extending far beyond a single exhibit.

Founded by Lonnie and Karin Mimms, the museum has grown from a private collection of computing artifacts into a public-facing institution focused on preserving the history of technology and its influence on modern life.

“[Lonnie] wanted to preserve technology that was being thrown away so that it could be here for generations and inspire future generations,” Karin Mimms said.

The new Apple-focused exhibit represents one of the museum’s most ambitious undertakings. Spanning more than 20,000 square feet and featuring thousands of artifacts, the exhibition traces the evolution of personal computing through products, prototypes and archival materials.

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A guest uses his iPhone to record video in front of an interactive iPod

rollout. The display was part of BYTE26 at the Mimms Museum of

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Among the items on display is the Apple I, the hand-built machine that marked the company’s earliest days and helped launch the personal computing era.

For March 21 attendees, the exhibit offered a look at technology and a connection to the people behind it. Several early Apple figures were present, including Ronald Wayne and Randy Wigginton, turning the event into a living history of the company’s earliest days.

Among them was Chris Espinosa, one of Apple’s earliest employees, who recalled being 15 years old and working on an Apple I in a Palo Alto shop when Steve Jobs walked in.

“He asked if I was any good,” Espinosa said. “And then he offered me a job right there.”

Moments like these gave the evening a sense of immediacy, bridging the gap between the

artifacts and the people who helped create them.

Proceeds from the event support the institution’s educational programming, preservation efforts and continued expansion. Organizers emphasized that only a fraction of the full collection is currently on display, with plans to grow both the exhibit space and its offerings over time.

The evening also featured live and silent auctions, with proceeds contributing directly to the museum’s ongoing development.

As guests moved through the space, the scale of the museum’s ambitions became clear as a turn around every corner of the Apple wing revealed another carefully curated room.

BYTE26 was more than a fundraiser — it was a statement of intent. By giving guests an early look at the Apple exhibit, the Mimms Museum showed that Roswell could be a hub for experiencing the stories and innovations that shaped modern technology. The exhibit opens to the public April 1.

Northern Ridge District lists March 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 March 26, 2026, at Alpharetta Presbyterian Church.

Top row, from left:

Arjun Myneni, of Troop 2000, sponsored by Johns Creek Presbyterian Church. Arjun’s project was the building and painting of a wooden step platform and bench for the Shirdi Sai Temple of Atlanta.

Bhav Geddam, of Troop 2143, sponsored by The American Legion Post 251. Bhav’s project was the construction and installation of two large weatherproof outdoor shoe rack cabinets and related site improvements for the Sri Shiva Durga Temple in Cumming.

Sahith Guduri, of Troop 2000, sponsored by Johns Creek Presbyterian Church. Sahith’s project was building a stone bench, repairing an existing stone stump/bench and installing brick on an exposed sand pit for Shiloh Point Elementary School.

Bottom row, from left:

Roman Sniecinski, of Troop 226, sponsored by Bridge to Grace Church. Roman’s project was constructing a 60

ft gravel path connecting the parking lot to the community garden with stepping pavers in the middle of the path and timber on the outside of the path for Bridge to Grace Church.

Dylan Kong, of Troop 629, sponsored by Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. Dylan’s project was constructing a series of interactive, sensory/ educational-based STEM installations and pressure washed and repainted the playground equipment for State Bridge Crossing Elementary.

Adrian Duve, of Troop 3000, sponsored by Birmingham United Methodist Church. Adrian’s project was the replacement of a hanging bench swing with a pergola, adding a wooden bench and repairing about 300 feet of trail for Bell Memorial Park for the City of Milton.

Jackson Pendergrass, of Troop 69, sponsored by Alpharetta Methodist Church. Jackson’s project was constructing a new cart and renovating an existing cart for use by the Chattahoochee High School Band Program to store instruments.

Issac Isea, of Troop 1134, sponsored by St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church. Issac’s project was the construction of a hanging bench swing and a wooden bench for Wildlife Action Camp in Acworth.

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Atlanta’s housing market is entering a

more balanced phase after several years of historically low inventory and rapid price growth. While the pace has moderated from the extraordinary conditions of 2020–2023, demand across much of Metro Atlanta remains strong.

Inside the Perimeter Intown neighborhoods continue to face structural supply constraints.

Limited land and redevelopment opportunities keep inventory tight, and well-prepared homes in desirable neighborhoods continue to attract strong buyer interest.

Outside the Perimeter

Greater land availability has allowed inventory to expand modestly in many suburban markets, giving buyers more options and creating a healthier negotiating environment. Even so, most Atlanta submarkets remain below the six-month supply considered a fully balanced market.

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What we’re seeing today is not a slowdown, but a return to fundamentals. Buyers are more thoughtful, sellers must price strategically, and preparation plays a critical role in achieving the best results.

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New Lake Society on Lake Lanier raises the standard for active adult living

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One of Lake Lanier’s most anticipated new home communities has arrived.

Lake Society on Lake Lanier is a dynamic new destination for elevated active adult living exclusively for those ages 55 and better. The community makes the most of its spectacular setting on 186 acres along Lake Lanier where picturesque views of the lake and the Blue Ridge Mountains on the horizon await around every corner. Against this backdrop, Lake Society’s carefully refined master plan combines an array of resort-style amenities, community docks and boat slips with a select portfolio of luxurious, low-maintenance homes from two awardwinning Atlanta new home builders. The community’s first release is now selling with introductory home prices ranging from the $600s to over $1 million. Lake

Society will celebrate its Grand Opening on Saturday, April 25 from 11 am to 2 pm with the premiere of six new designer model homes.

Lake Society was designed for living well, and homeowners will find no shortage of ways to connect and enjoy here. The community’s amenities will be centered in a 14,000 square foot clubhouse home to gathering spaces, a demonstration/catering kitchen, activities rooms, theater, golf simulator and putting green, as well as restaurant dining at The Crown & Anchor. Just beyond will be the club pools - a beach entry resort pool with cabanas and a covered, heated lap pool with warming room - and an outdoor amphitheater and games lawn as well as the Racquet Club which will offer both clay tennis courts and pickleball courts. An onsite Activities Director will keep the social scene thriving with a bustling calendar

of events, activities, and clubs to enjoy. Initial construction work on the Club has already begun.

Perhaps the Lake Society’s most irresistible attraction is its stretch of shoreline along Lake Lanier. Community docks and 134 available boat slips will delight lake lovers who can get the boat in the water without leaving the neighborhood. There will also be kayak and paddle board storage and a lakeside pavilion and barbecue area, not to mention gorgeous vantage points throughout the community to enjoy breathtaking views across the water with the blue ridge of mountains in the distance. The community is connected by a network of winding sidewalks, meandering trails, and quiet green spaces.

New single-family homes at Lake Society are offered by leading Atlanta home builders Southwyck Communities

and O’Dwyer Homes. Each brings to the community a proven track record of excellence in crafting exceptional new active adult homes that combine thoughtful design and trusted quality. All homes on offer are designed for sophisticated, low maintenance livingcombining easy functionality, versatile options, and tailored style that home buyers can personalize to fit their unique life and lifestyle.

New homes at Lake Society are pre-selling now. Those interested in exploring this iconic new destination are encouraged to experience it firsthand by scheduling a tour or joining the Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, April 25 from 11 am to 2 pm for the official unveiling of the community’s model home villages. Additional information on Lake Society, directions to the community and more can be found at lakesocietylanier. com.

The history of Easter egg hunts in Georgia and elsewhere

I can’t think of anyone I know who has not been exposed to the ancient tradition of easter egg hunting.

Egg hunts began in earnest in the 16th and 17th centuries among Christians. Martin Luther, the key figure of the Protestant Reformation, is often said to have organized egg hunts for his congregations where men hid eggs for women and children to find. Early Christians used eggs to symbolize the tomb of Christ. The hard shell symbolized the sealed tomb; when cracked open the shell represented the resurrection.

While most Easter traditions are of Christian origin, the long-eared rabbit known as the Easter Bunny who delivers eggs to children on Easter is not mentioned in the Bible. According to History.com, it is not known how the Easter Bunny became an important Easter symbol, although it is known that rabbits are prolific procreators and are an ancient symbol of fertility and new life.

One account traces the Easter Bunny to German and Dutch immigrants who settled in Pennsylvania in the 1700s and brought with them the tale of the Oschter Haws, a hare that laid eggs in the grass. Children made decorated nests in the grass in hopes that the hare would lay colored eggs there. Over time the tradition became very popular. Gradually, treats and candies were added.

Originally, Easter eggs were dyed red to represent the blood of Christ on the cross. Colors were gradually added by early Christian missionaries with each color representing a different aspect of the Easter story. So, when children today crack open a plastic egg to reveal a candy treat, they are participating in an ancient tradition.

Another tradition is the White House Easter Egg Roll. Each year thousands of children take part via an online lottery. 30,000 eggs will be used for the egg roll and egg hunt. Each child will receive a souvenir wooden egg with a White House logo. The first White House Easter Egg Roll was held in 1878. President Rutherford B. Hayes welcomed children to the South Lawn who had been denied access to the U.S. Capitol grounds.

In Georgia some of the early recorded easter egg hunts were at the Smith Plantation in Roswell. Lizzie Smith (1831-1915) organized easter egg hunts for local children in the early 1900s. The annual event was open to the public. Children went home with a collection of candy-filled treats and a photo with the Easter Bunny.

Newspapers began writing about egg hunts in the late 1800s. The Atlanta Constitution and newspapers in Savannah, Augusta and other cities wrote about Easter celebrations in private gardens. Clothing stores advertised children’s, women’s and men’s clothing for Easter special events such as parades. Eggs were typically hard boiled and colored with vegetable dyes which were extensively advertised in newspapers. The Atlanta Constitution described many small, private events hosted by families or Sunday school teachers. Some early examples from the Atlanta Constitution:

April 2, 1885 “The members of the Park Street Methodist Church, of West End, have arranged for

a pleasant entertainment Saturday afternoon next. At that time there will be an Easter egg hunt in the grounds of the church in which there will be many participants…Admission to the ground will be ten cents, the proceeds to go towards buying a carpet for the new church.”

April 2, 1893 “A delightful Easter egg hunt will be given for the benefit of the children of St. Luke’s Sunday school tomorrow afternoon. It will occur at the residence of Mrs. Mackey, next to the Ballard house on Peachtree street…the occasion promised to be one of unusual merriment.”

April 6, 1890 “The grove at the corner of Georgia avenue and Pryor street, presented a lively picture yesterday afternoon. About two hundred children were enjoying an Easter egg hunt…The children enjoyed the fun of hunting the hidden nests of gaily colored eggs to the utmost, and when the frolic ended each carried away from one to a half dozen as trophies of the day.”

Many events will take place in North Fulton and surrounding area to celebrate Easter 2026. Be sure to check your local information sources if you want to take part.

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.

Connect-It

Each line in the puzzle below has three clues and three answers. The last letter in the first answer on each line is the first letter of the second answer, and so on. The connecting letter is outlined, giving you the correct number of letters for each answer (the answers in line 1 are 4, 5 and 5 letters). The clues are numbered 1 through 7, with each number containing 3 clues for the 3 answers on the line. But here’s the catch! The clues are not in order - so the first clue in Line 1 may (or may not) actually be for the second or third answer in that line. Got it? Good luck!

ISLAND HOPPING

1. Oranjestad’s island. Whip. Cheese in a ball.

2. Practical joke. Wading bird of Egypt. Hawaiian island.

3. Ticked off. Viti Levu Island is part of it. British topper.

4. Volcanic Indonesian island. Gold bar. Young pigeon.

5. Trade. French Polynesian island. Annoyance.

6. Engage. Moonfish. Trinidad’s island kin.

7. Verdant. Main Philippines island. Suite spot.

Hopping

1 Oranjestad’s island Whip. Cheese in a ball.

2. Practical joke. Wading bird of Egypt. Hawaiian island.

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4. Volvanic Indonesian island. Gold bar. Young pigeon.

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By MARY LYN PAOLELLA & CHRISTINE WILLIAMS

If you are a gardening enthusiast, come see us at the 25th anniversary of the North Fulton Master Gardeners’ annual Garden Faire!

This free event will be held at The Grove at Wills Park on Saturday, April 11, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. We are excited to be partnering with Alpharetta Community Agriculture Program/Old Rucker Farm, the Georgia Native Plant Society-North Metro Atlanta Chapter and the City of Alpharetta Recreation, Parks and Cultural Services.

Garden Faire 2026 will provide one-stop shopping for garden enthusiasts with a large selection of shade and sun perennials, native plants, indoor plants, tomatoes and other culinary offerings, as well as two horticultural education sessions and a space for children’s gardening activities.

This year, the Master Gardener volunteer team is focused on bringing the community a wide breadth of passalong plants from their gardens or the gardens of friends, family and neighbors. These passalong plants include a variety of ground covers, perennials, hostas, irises and daylilies, along with some select vines, shrubs and trees. Look for interpretive signage over many of the plants that provides tips on caring for them.

The Master Gardeners UGA Extension Volunteers’ primary mission is horticultural education and environmental stewardship. These volunteers will be on hand to help with your gardening questions and needs. This is your opportunity to pick their brains — and the Master Gardeners love that! Look for their booth, volunteer T-shirts, Master Gardener aprons or distinct name tags.

Through the marketplace, you will find garden-related vendors offering hard-tofind plants — including sweet-smelling roses, colorful native azaleas, lush hostas, succulents, daylilies, begonias, camellias, hydrangeas, pollinator plants, trees, shrubs, carnivorous plants and other natives — as well as nature-inspired pottery, gardening gifts, seeds, tools, birdhouses, feeders, educational offerings and more.

Adding to festive atmosphere:

• Two educational talks on gardening topics with expanded Q&A sessions

• Food vendors providing light bites

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• More plants than you can imagine

• The Fleatique, showcasing gently used, secondhand garden and home treasures

• A booth dedicated to garden-related crafts produced by North Fulton Master Gardeners

• Live music from Cedar Hill Bluegrass Band

If you bring young ones, look for the Children’s Gardening Corner in the center of the action from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children will be engaged in a handson gardening craft, coloring activity or perhaps learning about carnivorous plants.

Garden Faire will feature two Garden Talk sessions hosted by expert speakers:

• 9:30-11 a.m.: Steps for Successful

Garden Design, Selection and Installation

— Keying off Your Vision

• 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.: Vegetable Gardening 2.0 — Good Practices from Soil to Seed to Sustenance

In addition to extended Q&A segments at each talk, attendees can expect a door prize or two and packets of seeds. The Garden Talks are free; registration is recommended at Eventbrite. How do you get there: The Grove at Wills Park is at 175 Roswell St., Alpharetta, Ga. Park at the Alpharetta Community Center or follow signs to overflow parking at Amana Academy, 285 S. Main St., Alpharetta, Ga. 30009. A free shuttle will transport attendees to and from Garden Faire, running continuously

About the authors: This week’s “Garden Buzz” guest columnists are Mary Lyn Paolella and Christine Williams, co-chairs of the 2026 Garden Faire. A Master Gardener since 2021, Mary Lyn has always had a passion for plants and nature. As a child, her dad would take her to his garden in the fields of North Carolina where she first experienced the value of multigenerational “passing along” of plants and knowledge.

Mary Lyn is an enthusiastic dahlia grower and gardening explorer.

A lifelong nature lover, Christine Williams relishes getting dirty. From a young age, she loved exploring in any nearby woods, meadows or open fields.

A Master Gardener Extension Volunteer with Fulton County since 2011, she received her Certificate of Native Plants from the UGA/State Botanical Garden of Georgia in 2024.

from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with a short break from noon to 12:30 p.m.

A limited number of carts and wagons will be available for those who forget to bring their own. A secure area is available to hold purchases near the Alpharetta Community Center parking lot while you retrieve your car.

This event is a major fundraiser for all participating partners. Proceeds support educational activities for children and adults, community outreach, and restoration of public gardens and green spaces. The North Fulton Master Gardeners also fund annual scholarships to the University of Georgia School of Horticulture, Gwinnett Technical College Horticulture Program and the Georgia 4-H Foundation Collegiate Scholarship Fund.

We look forward to seeing you at Garden Faire on April 11 at The Grove at Wills Park in Alpharetta!

North Fulton Master Gardeners, Inc. is a Georgia nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization whose purpose is to educate its members and the public in horticulture and ecology to promote and foster community enrichment. Master Gardener Volunteers are trained and certified by the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension. Learn more at nfmg.net.

Visit North Fulton Master Gardeners at these events throughout the year:

• Alpharetta Farmers Market (starting April 18)

• Sandy Springs Farmers Market: Diggin’ in the Dirt kids’ activities

• Crabapple Festival in Milton this fall

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McKee said he acknowledged the project’s ambition but added the payoffs to county residents will be immense and well worth the work.

County officials previously said the project will provide a variety of far-reaching benefits to residents, including cleaner water, redundancy in case the city-owned site goes offline and cost savings.

“The size and complexity of the project is very minimal compared to the long-term gain in the community and the region,” McKee said. “This is a product of a multidecade, multistate, federal lawsuit that is settled.”

Construction is expected to continue through 2031. McKee compared the project’s size to that of a “very large-scale roadway project.”

The work includes road improvements, intake and tunnel infrastructure, a pump station and transmission main pipeline.

The underground station housing five 20-million-gallon-per-day pumps will be connected to a 90-foot-deep intermediate shaft near the edge of the lake. An intake structure about 40 feet under the surface on the lake’s floor will be built with barges to connect with the intermediate shaft.

McKee said he asks nearby residents for patience in light of looming road delays and other disruptions. He also said Tidwell Park would likely be closed starting in the summer.

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DEATH NOTICES

Barbara Bacarella, age 83, of Alpharetta, GA passed away on March 19, 2026. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Margie Gonzalez, age 81, of Roswell, GA passed away on March 22, 2026. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Scott “Marc” Hunt, age 62, of Alpharetta, GA passed away on March 23, 2026. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Doris Ramsay, age 92, of Milton, GA passed away on March 22, 2026. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Susan Rosser, age 86, of Alpharetta, GA passed away on March 21, 2026. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

Donald Vining, Sr., age 93, of Alpharetta, GA passed away on March 20, 2026. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

David Westbrook, age 77, of Roswell, GA passed away on March 20, 2026. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

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“Our delegation re-wrote them to put clear guidelines in place. It is my hope this new language is on the ballot for voters to decide,” he said.

The initial Senate Bill 469 provided a three-term limit beginning after Jan. 1, 2026. This version passed the Senate Feb. 24, but the House changed it to a limit of two four-year terms.

County Commissioner Mendy Moore said she believes terms limits at any level of government can encourage fresh leadership perspectives.

“Our Board of Commissioners is committed to leading by example by placing limits on our terms in office, and I am in full support of any decisions regarding term limits be made on an upcoming ballot by our voters,” Moore said.

Setting term limits would impact the community by helping encourage individuals to run for office, Commissioner Kerry Hill said.

“Commissioners [Alfred] John and [Laura] Semanson worked with me two years ago to help bring this forward, and I have been pushing for this since,” Hill said. “I am pleased that our board is unified on the need for term limits and it is my hope to see this taken beyond our community and to the state and federal levels.”

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