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Fulton County sheriff outlines initiatives From left, Johns Creek Chamber President Kent Davies, Fulton County Sheriff Ted Jackson, Johns Creek Rotary President Kelly Stephens and Rotary Secretary Ron Jones attend the Rotary meeting Nov. 13 at the Atlanta Athletic Club. Read more, Page 4

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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A Johns Creek woman called police Nov. 5 after she realized she had been scammed out of $18,000 over Facebook. The woman first met the scammer when they sent an unsolicited friend request over Facebook. She accepted it, the two talked, and they developed a relationship. The scammer claimed he was a member of the Marine Corps currently in Syria and that he needed help to send a valuable briefcase home. He said Thailand customs had been holding up the shipment, and he asked the woman to wire $2,500, which she did. The next day, the scammer claimed Thailand customs had

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Firearm stolen from unlocked car JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A Johns Creek man contacted police Nov. 6 after he realized his car had been burglarized. The man had parked his car shortly after midnight at his home on Forest Bridge Drive. About six hours later, the man got up to take his daughter to school and saw that the car had been rummaged through. A firearm had been stolen from the glove compartment. The man said he had left his car unlocked, because he believed the area was safe.

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opened the briefcase and found $1 million inside. He said he needed an additional $16,000 so customs could verify it was not part of a money laundering scheme. The woman complied with the request. Eventually the scammer asked for an additional $50,000 for a 5 percent insurance fee. When the woman said she did not have the money, the scammer attempted to convince her to refinance her home or get a loan. At this point, the woman contacted police. During her exchanges with the scammer, the woman also sent three $1,200 iPhone Pros and a $1,300 MacBook.

A representative told police the company had terminated an employee Nov. 1 for missing work and suspected drug use. About a week later, the company discovered that the former employee had used its operating account to pay off several personal bills. The total amount of fraudulent payments was $600. Some of the payments were made after the employee had been terminated.

Camera lens stolen during photography job

DUI arrests Samantha George, 28, of Bradford Creek Trail, Duluth, was arrested Nov. 8 on State Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI. Ida Spahr, 47, of Vedrines Drive, Alpharetta, was arrested Nov. 9 on Jones Bridge Road in Johns Creek for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Police are investigating a Nov. 8 incident in which a $1,900 camera lens was stolen at the Atlanta Athletic Club. The owner of the lens said she had been working a photography job at the club that afternoon. She said she placed the lens in her bag and left it momentarily during the job. When she arrived home later, she noticed that the lens was missing.

have her key and called a locksmith to open the front door. Inside, the power was out, and the homeowner was unable to restore power to the house. While going through the house, the homeowner found that the glass portion of her back door was shattered and called police. Officers found that the master bedroom and bathroom had been ransacked. They also found that the burglar had cut the power to the house. About $7,000 worth of jewelry and $1,000 in foreign currency was stolen.

Phone, wallet taken from shopping cart

Woman’s wallet stolen, cards used fraudulently

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Police are investigating a Nov. 9 incident in which a man’s iPhone and wallet were taken from a shopping cart at the Kroger on Holcomb Bridge Road. The man told police that after he had finished shopping he returned the shopping cart to the cart holding area. A short time after leaving, the man realized he had left his belongings on the cart. When he returned, he was unable to find his belongings. The missing items include his iPhone, credit cards and $500 cash.

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — An Alpharetta woman called police Nov. 8 when she noticed her wallet had been stolen while at work at Emory Johns Creek Hospital. The woman had left her wallet in her desk three days earlier. Sometime during the day, it was stolen. The woman’s credit card was later used in several locations, including a Macy’s, an Apple Store and a Kroger. The total amount of fraudulent charges is more than $3,000. The woman froze her credit cards before calling police.

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Checkbooks stolen from man’s mailbox

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Police are investigating a Nov. 9 home burglary in Johns Creek. The homeowner returned home at 7 p.m. after a two-hour trip and was unable to open the garage door. She did not

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — A Johns Creek man called police Nov. 8 after he discovered that his package, which should have contained new checkbooks, had

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Fulton County sheriff outlines initiatives at Rotary meeting By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Fulton County Sheriff Ted Jackson spoke about jail and community programs designed to keep our community safer Nov. 13 at a Johns Creek Rotary meeting. Jackson served with the FBI for 33 years, and after a brief appointment as an interim sheriff in 2004, he was elected to the position in 2008 and has held the seat since. The Johns Creek Rotary was happy to welcome him not only as the county sheriff, but also as a resident of Johns Creek. He began his talk by acknowledging the confusion about the difference between the sheriff’s office and police. Unlike rural counties, Fulton County residents usually interact with city police when they call 911 or report a crime. “[Johns Creek Police Chief] Ed Densmore is a good friend,” Jackson said.

Runoff voting begins Nov. 25 JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — All three City Council seats up for election this year are headed to a runoff, and early voting will start soon. The candidates for Post 2 are Dilip Tunki and Brian Weaver. The candidates for Post 4 are Marybeth Cooper and incumbent Councilman Chris Coughlin. The candidates for Post 6 are Erin Elwood and Issure Yang. In Johns Creek, all City Council seats are at large. Early voting for the runoff elections will take place Monday, Nov. 25 through Wednesday, Nov. 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the following locations. • Park Place at Newtown Park, 3125 Old Alabama Road in Johns Creek • East Roswell Branch Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell • Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill Street in Roswell Election Day is Dec. 3. Voters can check their registration status and Election Day precinct at mvp.sos.ga.gov.

“We have a close relationship.” The sheriff’s office helps facilitate criminal investigations that cross city borders, works with the county courts and operates the county jail system. On a daily basis, there are more than 3,000 inmates in the jail system. About 98 percent were arrested for violent crimes and at least 40 percent have some sort of mental health concern, Jackson said. Jackson explained that treating mental health and reducing recidivism are among the biggest challenges in operating a jail. “One of the problems in our system is that people get locked up, they get released, locked up, released,” Jackson said. “You have to break the cycle.” To that end, the jail offers literacy, GED and career training programs to inmates, and works with partners to help former inmates find housing, jobs and substance abuse or mental health treatment once released. This October, the sheriff’s office re-

ceived a $1.1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service to continue to fund the Smart Reentry Program that Jackson established in 2016. “We have to lock people up to make you safe, but we also should work on them and give them a chance,” Jackson said. “When you look at society as it is, if you grow up in the wrong neighborhood, a lack of parenting or education, your environment makes a big difference. You get stuck, but when we pull you out and get you in our environment, we can work on you.” The sheriff’s office also works to stop the cycle before it begins through youth intervention programs. “What we’re trying to do is people in the system, get them out,” Jackson said. “If they’re not in the system, keep them out.” Another element of community outreach the sheriff’s office does is senior education. Seniors are often targeted as victims of scams, he said. Rather than listing every scam to look out for, Jackson said he

recommends a simple rule: “If it sounds too good to be true, it’s too good to be true.” Jackson also briefly touched on the sheriff office’s work with local, state and federal joint task forces, including terrorism, drugs, human and sex trafficking and cybercrime. He said the office is also working to establish a gang task force, as gang activity is on the rise in certain areas of the county. Johns Creek Rotary President Kelly Stephens asked about homelessness in Johns Creek and human trafficking, which has been an important issue for Rotary Clubs nationwide. “I didn’t say a lot about Johns Creek, because it’s one of the safest cities there is,” Jackson said. “I know you have a burglary here or there, but crime is going to happen. Maybe a murder once in awhile, but it’s domestic. It’s not gang related. That’s why we’re doing the gang task force, to make sure the violence doesn’t make it to Johns Creek.”

Innovation Academy begins focus on curriculum, students By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com With the principal on board and the campus nearing completion, Innovation Academy in downtown Alpharetta is now putting curriculum and student marketing pieces into place. The STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) magnet high school opens in August 2021 and will offer students an option to traditional high schools. The school is being built on the site where old Milton High School stood for more than 80 years. Innovation Academy will serve students in the North Fulton County. A second, yet unnamed STEM high school, will open concurrently in South Fulton. In exchange for activities often found in a regular high schools, such as Friday night football and full orchestras, Innovation Academy stu-

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A rendering of the interior of the Innovation Academy. dents can travel a curriculum pathway that leads to college and to “work ready” credentials and certifications, Fulton County Schools officials say. “IA will offer multiple career tech pathways, provide a robust advisory program, [introduce] students to design thinking, and engage with multiple partners in the community,” Principal Tim Duncan said. The career pathways at IA are engineering, healthcare and information technology, all high demand industries with plentiful job opportunities, district officials say. Businesses assisting the school district in these pathways include IBM, Mi-

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crosoft, Emory Hospital, WellStar, United Technology, Gwinnett Tech, Georgia Tech and a host of others, Duncan said. “We want high-quality partners who will assist us in creating a world class STEM environment,” he added. The school was originally set to open in August 2020 with an initial class of 450 9th graders. The decision to delay the opening for one year, and open with 9th and 10th grades, allowed the district time to perfect the school, Duncan said. “FCS slowed the opening of IA to work on the unique curriculum with our partners and develop a comprehensive

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Local chamber schedules women-led symposium JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce will present its next Chicks in Charge event Jan. 14, 2020. The event will be at Emory Johns Creek Hospital, 6325 Hospital Parkway, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is the third Chicks In Charge event hosted by the Chamber and hospital. This year’s four guest speakers are Fulton Chief Magistrate Judge Cassandra Kirk, nonprofit founder Samruddhi Panse, Fulton County Commissioner Liz Hausmann and dog trainer Vicki Bemont.

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training schedule for teachers,” he said. Staff is working with Georgia Tech to develop research-based projects and ways to link curriculum across all courses. Conversations with Gwinnett Tech are focusing on dual enrollment, certifications and associate degree possibilities. Duncan said 9th and 10th graders will concentrate on “foundational knowledge” and exploring introductory Career Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE) courses. This will assist them in selecting their pathway in engineering, healthcare or information technology. “All students will also be introduced to ‘design thinking’ through a two-week primer on the concepts,” Duncan said. The next 12 months will be spent recruiting teachers, hosting information meetings for prospective parents and students, and creating a school “identity” such as colors, mascots and logos. The student application window will open next October, with acceptance letters sent out in February 2021. Duncan said the typical student

drawn to Innovation Academy is one with an “aptitude and interest” in the STEM subjects. Advanced Placement, dual enrollment and on-line opportunities will also be offered. A STEM-focused high school is a new venture for Fulton County Schools, but one that other districts have already embraced and opened. Staff recently toured several STEM high schools in the area, including the McClure Health Science School in Gwinnett County, Alliance Academy for Innovation in Forsyth County, and the STEM Academy at Wheeler High School in Cobb County. Duncan noted that Fulton’s two STEM high schools are new projects, but the district has long supported a STEM education within its existing schools. “The development of STEM in FCS is not a site-based strategy,” Cliff Jones, associate superintendent of Academics, said. “We have schools offering world class STEM environments including 15 AP STEM schools, two state STEM certified schools, and one AdvancEd STEM certified school.” All North Fulton traditional high schools are designated AP STEM schools. Amana Academy Charter School and River Eves Elementary are state-certified STEM schools.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police are investigating the theft of 60 packages from an apartment complex at Mill Creek Avenue. The apartment complex had notified residents Oct. 29 about their packages and stored them in the locked mail room. Residents with packages are given a one-time security code to gain entry into the locked room. On Oct. 31, employees did an inventory of the mail room and saw that 60 packages were missing. Police said there were no signs of forced entry.

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Cassandra Kirk is the acting Chief Magistrate Judge of Fulton County. Kirk will speak on her contributions to the legal field and work with the youth community in and around Atlanta. She has worked as a judge in the juvenile courts system and has helped to establish programs that provide support for minors struggling with substance abuse. Samruddhi Panse is a senior at Mount Pisgah Christian School. Panse is founder

been ripped open. The man said he had ordered the checks from his bank online the previous day and was notified when it had been delivered. When he went to his mailbox to retrieve the package, he saw that it was ripped open. Two of the four checkbooks were missing from the package. The man reported the missing checkbooks to his bank and the post office before calling police.

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Women: Continued from Page 6 of the nonprofit the Compass Movement. Panse worked with her high school counselor to establish a blog where students are provided a forum to discuss the challenges they face on a regular basis. Liz Hausmann is the District 1 Fulton County Commissioner. Hausmann was on the Fulton County Board of Education, then served on the inaugural Johns Creek City Council for four years. As county commissioner, she works to prioritize economic development and private-public business relationships. Commissioner Hausmann has also been a large contributor and supporter of the Johns Creek Veterans Walk and Vietnam Veterans Wall that Heals. Vicki Bemont is an American Kennel Club certified trainer, judge and first responder. She has trained and deployed search dogs in air scent wilderness, water recovery and human detection. Bemont has been deployed on more than 100 trips, nationally and internationally, to find missing people. She has been recognized for her service by the U.S Attorney General, the Tennessee Sheriff’s Office, the U.S Embassy, the Saudi Arabian Embassy and the Canadian Embassy. Registration for this event is required. Visit johnscreekchamber.com for more info.

Young piano students compete in Johns Creek

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Young musicians competed at the Fall Festival on Nov. 2 at Johns Creek United Methodist Church. Mallory Chamblee, 11, and Graham Farrar,10, both of Alpharetta, won their elementary division for piano performance. In addition, Mallory, Graham, Hinata Okazaki (7), Fuyuka Okazaki (9) and Beau Chamblee (8), received the highest “superior” rating at the festival for their piano performance. All are students of Arlene Martinides of Alpharetta. Approximately 500 music students participated in Fall Festival, a music performance audition for students of all instruments organized by North Fulton Music Teachers Association and its 100 members. Students were required to perform two memorized pieces, the accompany-

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Graham Farrar and Mallory Chamblee, from left in front, win division at Fall Festival. Hinata Okazaki, Beau Chamblee and Fuyuka Okazaki, from left in rear, received superior ratings. ing scales and cadence chords and also sight-read a piece. Students performed in elementary, intermediate and advanced divisions. Graham is a student at Hillside Elementary in Alpharetta. Mallory and Beau Chamblee are home schooled. Hinata and

Fuyuka Okazaki are students at State Bridge Crossing Elementary School. North Fulton Music Teachers Association is a division of Georgia Music Teachers Association and Music Teachers National Association. Arlene Martinides is NFMTA president.

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WellStar debuts mobile breast cancer technology By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Local residents now have a new way to treat breast cancer in one day with relatively few side effects. On Oct. 18, WellStar North Fulton Hospital treated its first patient with the new technology: a portable Intraoperative Radiation Therapy unit. WellStar is one of the only health systems in Georgia to offer the treatment. IORT, unlike other cancer treatment methods, gives a more focused dose of radiation, leading to a safer and shorter treatment. “Intraoperative radiation is a type of radiation administration where basically you get a single dose of radiation at the time of surgery,” said Dr. Laura Pearson, breast surgeon at WellStar North Fulton Hospital. “It PEARSON replaces conventional radiation where the patient would have a five-day course where they do radiation twice a day, which is called partial breast radiation, versus four to six

weeks of whole breast radiation.” The more traditional external beam radiation, for example, exposes the entirety both breasts to radiation and requires four to seven weeks of treatment, according to Dr. Mark McLaughlin, radiation oncologist with WellStar North Fulton. “It’s a very effective treatment with cure rates that approach up to 90 percent,” McLaughlin said. “But the problem was the time commitment… Or McLAUGHLIN because it treats the entire breast, there’s [radiation] exposure to tissues that you don’t want exposed, like the heart and lungs.” IORT, in contrast, administers radiation during the surgery only to the area that needs to be treated, McLaughlin said. “It protects the surrounding organs,” Pearson said. “It protects the chest walls, the skin. So, you don’t have a lot of side effects and potential complications that external beam radiation has… [IORT] shortens the time of treatment. For many patients, it can be challenging

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to get to radiation treatment every day. The treatment itself is not that long, but it’s every day, five days a week.” Patients can usually go home the same day after IORT with no restricted activities, Pearson added. Not every breast cancer patient qualifies for IORT treatment, however. It’s most commonly used for patients with early stages of breast cancer, which is usually detected through a mammogram, Pearson said. It would not be appropriate to use IORT for breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body or if the cancer was too close to the skin, she said. But in most cases, IORT is a good option, McLaughlin said. “We select the patients that we feel would be most appropriate, which are really the majority of the cases that we see,” he said. Another benefit of WellStar North Fulton Hospital’s IORT technology is that it is a portable machine that can be moved between WellStar facilities. “We’re basically bringing the technology to the patient, so they get a better choice in what surgeons they want and

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what facility they want to be at,” Pearson said. “This is an initiative that we’re doing so that we can bring world-class healthcare, the latest technologies and state-of-the-art treatments to people in their own communities.” The unit was first brought to WellStar North Fulton Hospital about two years ago for clinical trials. Last month, it was greenlit for normal use, according to McLaughlin. The first patient to undergo the treatment, Milton family attorney Nan, was y Crier 11/14/19 Crossword diagnosed with Stage 0 breast cancer

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that was uncovered in a mammogram. She said WellStar’s care was wonderful from start to finish. “I never was afraid,” Nan said. “People hear [cancer], and it knocks them off their feet, but for some reason, I never had that. I think it was because of the staff there. They were reassuring… everybody that I ran into was better than good.” A week after treatment, Nan was declared cancer-free. She said she was grateful to all of the staff who helped her on her journey and encouraged others to not delay a mammogram when told they need one. For more information about WellStar’s breast cancer treatments and PuzzleJunction.com IORT, visit wellstar.org.

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Johns Creek arts groups gear up for the holidays By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The winter holidays are a busy time for arts groups in Johns Creek. This year, the Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra is rehearsing for two Christmas concerts: a kid-friendly show and a more traditional affair. The orchestra will present a Kids’ Christmas on Nov. 30, a sensory-friendly concert for children and people of all ages with autism, dementia or other special needs. The 11 a.m. concert will be one hour long, with no intermission, and feature CBS 46’s Karyn Greer as emcee, dancers from North Atlanta Dance Theatre, singalongs and a visit from Santa Claus. Accommodations will include designated areas for movement or dancing, a “chill-out area” and dimmed but not dark lighting. Families are welcome to bring headphones or other sensory items that help them enjoy the performance. “We have consulted with special needs professionals, as well as orchestras across the country that regularly perform sensory-friendly concerts, in order to create a more inviting atmosphere for all,” JCSO Executive Director Linda

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This year, the Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra is offering two Christmas concerts. Brill said. “We’d like this to be a boundary-breaking experience where people can come and enjoy live holiday music in a casual, non-judgmental space.” Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children ages 3 to 17. Children 2 and under are free. The JCSO Christmas Gala Concert will be Dec. 21 from 7:30 to 10 p.m. The concert will feature the Johns Creek

Chorale and a Johns Creek native soprano Bevin Hill. Tickets are $37 for premium seating and $34 for standard seating with discounts available for students and seniors. Both concerts will take place at Johns Creek United Methodist Church, 11180 Medlock Bridge Road in Johns Creek. Tickets can be purchased online at johnscreeksymphony.org or by phone

at 678-748-5802. The Johns Creek Chorale will also present its own concert at the church, titled “Joy, Joy, Joy.” This concert will feature holiday music from today and times gone by. The concert is Dec. 15 at 3 p.m., and will feature pieces performed by the entire Chorale, by the women’s group Tapestry and by the smaller chamber group. “It’s really a fun concert, and of course it gets everybody into the spirit,”5 Chorale Executive Director Linda Bergmann said. Tickets are $15 or $10 for military personnel and seniors (65+). Children 12 and under are free. For tickets, visit thejohnscreekchorale.com. Some other holiday offerings: The Atlanta Dance Theatre will put on four shows of “The Nutcracker” from Dec. 13 to 15 at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street in Roswell. For tickets, visit atlantadancetheatre.org. The Johns Creek Arts Center’s annual holiday market will begin Nov. 23 and run through Dec. 21. It will be closed on Sundays. The market offers locally and hand-made gifts including jewelry, pottery, paintings, knitwear and ornaments. The Johns Creek Arts Center is at 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700.

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Local artist blends love of science and drawing By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Local art instructor Susan Calderon considers colored pencils the underdog of the art world. That’s why she likes them. “People tend to think of colored pencils as something they used for coloring in school projects,” she said. “When you push the medium, you can create works of art like paintings.” Last Saturday, Calderon’s exhibit “The Magic of Colored Pencils” opened at Emory Johns Creek Hospital. The hospital rotates exhibits of local artists downstairs near the cafeteria. Calderon’s show will be up until Feb. 21. Calderon has a degree in art education from Ohio State University and has been teaching at the Johns Creek Arts Center for 10 years. “It’s like a tribe,” Calderon said. “The Arts Center brings together like-minded people, whether they’re 8 or 80. It’s such a supportive group.” She teaches adults and children, and styles ranging from photography to watercolors, but she comes back to drawing with colored pencils. She has been exhibited in several local, national

and international juried shows and is a member of Colored Pencil Society of America. At her show, people can expect to see a couple themes, she said. Many of her pieces are nature scenes and some are portraits, mostly of family members. There is also a series of pieces inspired by elements on the periodic table. “I think artists are very curious people,” Calderon said. “When we find something interesting, we want to explore it fully.” Calderon enjoys studying rocks, saying in another life she would have been a geologist. She wanted to find a way to represent her love of rocks with her art. “Just drawing a bunch of rocks wouldn’t be very interesting, so I thought what are rocks made of?” she said. “That’s how I got to the elements.” With these pieces, Calderon is not only combining two of her passions, but two subjects people sometimes think of as opposites: arts and science. “People think that they’re separate, but they really go hand in hand,” she said. For more information about Johns Creek Arts Center classes, visit johnscreekarts.org.

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“Traffic Jam” is an example of Susan Calderon creating complex art with simple colored pencils.

I always thought I just need to make more money. I just need to make more money, and I can pay off my debt faster. But really, you need to know how to manage the money. Jason Brown, Roswell resident and author 12 | Johns Creek Herald | November 21, 2019

Local author draws from experience to teach basic money management By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Crushed by debt, trying to manage money but unable to find a basic book on the topic, Roswell resident Jason Brown had had enough. After he and his wife eventually paid off $75,000 in debt, Brown decided to address the subject himself with his own book on money management. The author said he never forgot his fruitless trip to the bookstore. “I was completely overwhelmed,” Brown said. “Most of the books you’re going to see are get-rich-quick schemes, how to flip houses, how to make money in real estate, how to make money in the stock market, how to be a day trader… I just wanted a basic starter book on how to manage my money.”

That’s the premise of his recently released debut effort: “Margin Matters: How to Live on a Simple Budget & Crush Debt Forever.” “The concept of the book is it doesn’t matter how much money you make — it’s your margin, BROWN your disposable income, that matters the most,” Brown said. “It’s one of the biggest issues with Americans, and me as well. I always thought I just need to make more money. I just need to make more money, and I can pay off my debt faster. But really, you need to know how to manage the money.” Financial literacy about making good choices, he said, and small behavioral modifications can help people

make those good choices. The book is a project Brown began at Kennesaw State University while he was working on his master’s degree for professional writing. “I knew exactly what I wanted to do,” Brown said. “I had the idea for this book in my head for 10 years already. I’ve always wanted to document the journey me and my wife took to pay off $75,000 worth of debt.” The first half of the book does just that, chronicling his and his wife’s journey to digging their way out of debt. The second half, Brown’s favorite, shares successful money management stories of people from other walks of life, including a story of a young couple who managed to pay off $419,000 worth of student

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Real estate firm purchases NorthHaven at Johns Creek JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Ohio-based real estate firm The Connor Group recently purchased the NorthHaven at Johns Creek apartment complex for $50.5 million. NorthHaven at Johns Creek is a 227-unit property with upgraded amenities including a resort-style swimming pool, electric car charging station, dog park and outdoor kitchen and grill stations. The Connor Group now has closed or placed under agreement more than $1 billion in transactions this year in cities such as Tampa, Minneapolis, FortWorth, Louisville, Chicago and Atlanta. The Connor Group owns 38 properties in 14 markets. NorthHaven at Johns Creek is at 11201 State Bridge Road in Johns Creek.

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Thankful for opportunities here in the ATL With one of our most humbling of holidays right around the corner, I’m inspired to talk even more about how grateful I am to be living here in Atlanta. Thanks to all of you who work hard to Geoff smith make sure this is one Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com of the most vibrant places to live, work and play in not just the entire country, but really in the world. I know that I am one of the biggest homers when it comes to the ATL. I was indeed born and raised here. But all of you who were like my parents and moved here, probably moved here because we were offering something your old hometown wasn’t. I’ve said it a hundred times and I’ll say it again, I’d rather be from the place everyone is moving to than from where they are moving from. I’m not saying Chicago isn’t a great city. It really is. But I cannot tell you how many friends we have that moved here from there. We visited there three years ago and walked from one great place to another along the river and through the city. The people were great, the food was great, and the atmosphere was really quite fantastic. I remember thinking, “winters here must be absolutely terrible to kick all of my friends out of this place.” My Chicago friends consistently tell me, “they really are.”

Money: Continued from Page 12 loan debt in under four years. “One of the main reasons I wanted to write the book was I just get so sickened by what’s going with the student loan crisis,” Brown said. “There’s all of this debt a lot of the younger generation have been forced to take on because they

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San Francisco is an eclectic town propped up against one of the most amazing natural backdrops in the world. But who can afford to live there? Or make profit in a company there? A recent Kiplinger Report has San Francisco as the 2nd most expensive place to live in the country only behind Manhattan. If you are a company competing on even a national level, you have to pay your employees enough to manage a cost of living that is 3.5 times the national average. Atlanta wasn’t anywhere near the top 20. But Boston, New York and Los Angeles certainly were (as were three cities in Alaska if you were thinking about escaping to there). I do mortgages for people moving from New York and Los Angeles. They are truly blown over by the large size of the houses, and the small amount of taxes they have to pay, when they move down here. In addition to our low cost of living and our relatively mild weather, one of the best things we have going for us — and it’s something that many big U.S. cities are way behind on — is the diversity of our economy. Atlanta was able to recover from the ’08 recession faster than most because we have so many industries here. With the airport in Atlanta and port in Savannah, we are full of freight and logistics companies. FinTech, or tech companies in the financial services industry, are scattered throughout the Metro area. I’ve read that something like 75 percent of all financial transactions in this country flow through the

Metro Atlanta area. Our presence in the film industry is one of the largest in the world. We’re becoming leaders in cybersecurity. Atlanta ranks fourth in the number of Fortune 500 companies located within its boundaries and we have been steadily creating over 70,000 new jobs a year. I am not blind to the traffic that this success has created. Nor do I fail to acknowledge that we could have done better in community planning years ago when this success began. But as a city, we went for the brass ring. We literally came out of the ashes, lucked out with some homegrown Fortune 500 companies, and created a place with more opportunities to establish a career than most places on the planet. So as a business columnist here, I’ll just say that this year, I’m going to be thankful that I’m in a successful city full of opportunities that are there for those willing to go for it.

didn’t have the means to go through school any other way.” Money management is a basic skill missing from most people’s education, he said. “Unfortunately, in our society, money is sort of a taboo topic,” Brown said. “You’re not supposed to talk about your salary. Money’s not taught in school. What kind of world would we live in if these topics were taught in kindergarten or first grade? Why isn’t the most

fundamental life skill not taught in elementary school or high school? Yeah, maybe some schools do it, but it’s not the standard curriculum.” Brown is currently collaborating with Hall of Fame Softball Coach Scott Whitlock on his memoir “I Wasn’t Expecting All This,” which is expected to be released this December. For more information about and to purchase Brown’s book “Margin Matters,” visit amazon.com.

Geoff Smith is a mortgage banker with Assurance Financial focusing on residential home loans for refinances and home purchases. Geoff Smith gsmith@lendtheway.com 770-674-1433 Personal: NMLS#104587 Business: NMLS#70876 *The views and opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the views of Assurance Financial Group

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TRYPTOPHAN HALFMARATHON IN CUMMING

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CHURCHILL LECTURES

What: Join for the fourth annual Holiday Market. Shop a wide variety of handmade gifts, jewelry and artwork, all from local artisans. When: Nov. 23-Dec. 23 Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Ste. 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

What: Bill Fisher will discuss the British General Election of 1945. He will describe the multiple reasons why Churchill was thrown out of office by the people whom he had just saved. When: Sunday, Nov. 24, 12:30 p.m. Where: Horseshoe Bend County Club, 2100 Steeplechase Lane, Roswell Cost: $40 Info: GeorgiaChruchill.com

JOHNS CREEK ARTS CENTER STUDENT SHOWCASE

TURKEY TENNIS TOURNAMENT

JOHNS CREEK ARTS CENTER HOLIDAY MARKET

What: The Johns Creek Arts Center presents the Fall 2019 Adult Student Show. Because of the delicate nature of the art form, the ceramic arts portion of the show will be on display starting Dec. 7. When: Nov. 23-Dec. 16; Reception Sunday, Dec. 7, 6-7:30 p.m. Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Ste. 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

What: Tennis players of all levels, ages 14 and up, are invited for a Fun-Raiser benefiting the Disabled American Veterans of Georgia Foundation. Includes lunch, drink tickets and giveaways. When: Sunday, Nov. 24, 1-4 p.m. Where: Life Time Athletic and Fitness - Peachtree Corners, 6350 Courtside Drive NW, Peachtree Corners Cost: $40 More info and tickets: idirectdocturkeytennis.eventbrite.com

What: This exhibit features works by nationally recognized selftaught artists working in the folkart tradition, including Howard Finster, Charlie Lucas, Sam Ezell, Cornbread and Nellie Mae Rowe. When: Opening reception Saturday, Oct. 12, 6-7:30 p.m.; exhibit on display through Nov. 16 Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Duluth More info: johnscreekarts.org

CHRIST CHILD SOCIETY OF ATLANTA ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON

What: Attend this luncheon to learn how to serve children in need in the surrounding communities and about the latest outreach efforts. When: Tuesday, Nov. 19, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; register by Nov. 8 Where: Dunwoody Country Club, 1600 Dunwoody Club Drive, Dunwoody More info and registration: christchildatlanta.org

‘THE DEFILED BED 2 – THE AWAKENING’

What: This show follows Sen. Joshua Brown, who was motivated by greed, power and position during his four-year election, when one day, he manipulates the wrong woman. A Trevi Pershay Production. Featuring special guest appearance by Bianca Bonnie. When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 7 p.m.; doors open at 6:15 p.m. Where: Centerstage, 1374 W Peachtree St., Atlanta Cost: $25-$60 More info and tickets: centerstage-atlanta.com or 404-8851365

CHRISTMAS COOKIE DECORATING CLASS

What: Learn to make ugly Christmas sweater cookies with no messy kitchen to clean. Lise Ode of Mom Loves Baking will be the instructor. Includes a raffle. When: Sunday, Dec. 8, 2-4 p.m. Where: Village Italian Bar & Grill, 5772 N. Vickery Street, Cumming Cost: $65 More info and registration: eventbrite.com

HOLIDAY: THE LIGHTING OF AVALON

What: Get in the holiday spirit with festive music and free activities for the whole family. Enjoy an appearance from jolly old Saint Nick and live music, culminating with the tree lighting. When: Sunday, Nov. 24, starts at 1 p.m., tree lighting at 7 p.m. Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta. Info: experienceavalon.com

LIGHT UP DUNWOODY

What: Light Up is Dunwoody’s traditional community event to welcome the holiday season. Local musical and dance entertainment perform throughout the afternoon, concluding with a tree and menorah lighting. When: Sunday, Nov. 24, 3-6 p.m. Where: Cheek-Spruill House, 5455 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody More info: dunwoodyga.org/ Light-Up-Dunwoody

‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’

What: MGBaker Productions presents in conjunction with the Sherouse/Riley team, the original producers of the Christmas play, the classic tale of “A Christmas Carol.” When: Nov. 29-Dec. 15, times vary Where: School Street Playhouse, 101 School St, Cumming More info: schoolstreetplayhouse.com

AVALON ON ICE

What: Ice skate at Avalon on their Rockefeller Center-sized ice skating rink in the plaza. Watch for theme nights and enjoy warm, tasty treats rink side. Enjoy special events throughout the season and sign up for ice skating lessons. When: Nov. 24 through Jan. 20, 2020, times vary Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta Cost: General admission starts at $18 Info: experienceavalon.com

SANTA AT AVALON

What: Join jolly old Saint Nick in his cozy cottage at Avalon for a dose of Christmas magic this holiday season. When: Nov. 25-Dec. 24, times vary Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta More info: experienceavalon. com

CHRISTMAS IN CRABAPPLE AND MILTON TREE LIGHTING

What: This year, Milton has combined two events to usher in the holiday season. This holiday tradition has become a Milton staple, including Santa photos, caroling, s’mores, crafts, hot cocoa and fun. When: Saturday, Nov. 30, 2 – 6 p.m. Where: Broadwell Pavilion, 12615 Broadwell Road, Milton. More info: cityofmiltonga.us

EVENTS: FRENCH CHRISTMAS COOKING CLASS

What: Barrington Hall hosts a full array of cooking classes based on classic European and American cuisine. Complimentary wine and a free mini-tour of Barrington Hall is included. When: Tuesday, Nov. 26, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Where: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell Cost: $65 per person More info: roswellgov.com

SMART RECOVERY FAMILY AND FRIENDS

What: This program uses science-based tools to provide support for those who are affected by the addictive behavior of someone close to them. Not a twelve step program. When: Mondays, 7-8 p.m. Where: DecisionPoint Wellness Center, 1070 State Bridge Road, Suite 6, Johns Creek More info: smartrecovery.org

TAKE-A-PEEK TUESDAY

What: Take a quick peek at Autrey Mill’s building collections and hear about the preservation and research efforts. When: Tuesdays, noon-2 p.m. Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $2 More info: autreymill.org

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HEALTH AND FITNESS: FREE STRESS MANAGEMENT SEMINAR

What: Stress is more than feeling frustrated and overwhelmed. In this seminar, learn how different types of stress affect health, and how to can handle it. When: Tuesday, Nov. 26, 1-2 p.m. Where: Wellness for Life, 3480 Keith Bridge Road, Cumming More info: eventbrite.com

TURKEY TROT

What: Join for race with 5K, 10K, 15K and half marathon options. When: Thursday, Nov. 28, 8 a.m. Where: 3838 Johns Creek Parkway, Johns Creek Cost: Registration is $17 More info and registration: runsignup.com

FREE FITNESS FOR WOMEN

What: Join your Alpharetta Females in Action group for free, peer-led workouts each week. Adult women of all fitness levels are welcome. When: Saturdays, 8 a.m. Where: Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming More info: fianation.com

ZUMBA GOLD (FLEX)

What: Combines the international rhythms of the Zumba Gold program with the strength training techniques, creating an easy-to-follow, health-boosting dance fitness program. When: Fridays, 10:30 a.m. Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Info: johnscreekga.gov/parkplace

RELIGIOUS EVENTS: NORTH FORSYTH MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIRS

What: Join to hear a free performance of the Forsyth Middle School Choirs. When: Friday, Nov. 22, times vary; additional shows Dec. 9 and Dec. 16 Where: Cumming First United Methodist Church, 770 Canton Highway, Cumming More info: cfumcga.com/

MEN’S MINISTRY: FRIDAY MORNINGS

What: The First Baptist Roswell men’s group meets every Friday morning for friendship and to help each other grow spiritually. All are welcome to attend. When: Fridays, 7 a.m. Where: Panera Bread, 1195 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: fbroswell.org

THERAPEUTIC YOGA

What: Gain health benefits from relaxing yoga that emphasizes strength and flexibility. No experience necessary. Taught by an advanced certified yoga instructor. When: Wednesdays, 9:45-11 a.m. Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell More info: rumc.com or 770261-1705

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPERS

What: Make and grow faith-based friendships for all ages. Enjoy a hot meal and/or volunteer. When: Wednesdays, 5:15-6:45 p.m. Where: Alpharetta First United Methodist Church, 69 North Main St., Alpharetta More info: afumc.org

What: The ArtAround Roswell “museum without walls” 20192020 Tour will feature 10 new sculptures and nine permanent sculptures. When: Through February 2020 Where: Across the City of Roswell More info and maps: roswellartsfund.org

JAZZ AT FIREFLY

What: Free, live music each week. When: Saturdays, 8:30-11 p.m. Where: Firefly Restaurant & Bar, 3070 Windward Plaza, Alpharetta More info: fireflyalpharetta.com

LIVE MUSIC SUNDAYS

JOHNS CREEK ARTS CENTER HOLIDAY SALE

LIBRARY EVENTS:

What: Selections include ceramics, glass, jewelry, bath and body, holiday ornaments and much more. Find a unique,

What: Celebrate Friends-Giving. Milton Library’s Teen Advisory Board will also be collecting non-perishable food items to benefit local charities for the holidays. When: Monday, Nov. 25, 2-3:30 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta Info: afpls.org or 404-613-4402

ARTAROUND ROSWELL SCULPTURE TOUR

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SPRUILL GALLERY HOLIDAY ARTISTS MARKET

FRIENDS-GIVING

one-of-a-kind gift. When: Tuesdays-Saturdays, through Dec. 21, times vary Where: Spruill Gallery, 4681 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta More info: spruillarts.org/holidayartistsmarket

What: Join every Sunday afternoon for live music on the patio along with food trucks and cold beer. When: Sundays, 4-7 p.m. Where: Truck & Tap, 30 Milton Ave., Alpharetta Info: awesomealpharetta.com

What: Johns Creek Arts Center’s annual holiday sale features original, handcrafted, fine art gifts at affordable prices. Choose from handmade jewelry, pottery, paintings and prints by instructors as well as youth and adult students. When: Nov. 23-Dec. 23, times vary Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

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ASTROKIDS

What: Phil Danneman from the Atlanta Astronomy Club will be leading our monthly AstroKids program in November. The topic is Jupiter. For ages five and up. When: Saturday, Nov. 23, 2-3 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-6134402

YOUNG ARTISTS

What: Learn the basic techniques of drawing, painting, elements of art, principles of design and cartoon/anime drawing. For ages five and up. When: Saturday, Nov. 23, 3:244:45 p.m.

MURDER AT THE ABBY MANOR MASQUERADE BALL

MEDITATION CLASS

What: Come dressed to kill as participants attempt to solve the mystery of the Murder at the Abby Manor Masquerade Ball. Participants will create masks before the game. For grades 6-12. When: Friday, Nov. 22, 6-7:30 p.m. Where: Sharon Forks Library, 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org

What: Every class will include guided meditation. Group leaders cover different topics that include the details of the energy centers, subtle system and more. All levels welcome. When: Tuesday, Nov. 26, noon1 p.m. Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell Info: afpls.org or 404-613-4050

PET ADOPTIONS:

Where: Johns Creek Books and Gifts, 6000 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS

What: Adventure Calls. Do you have what it takes? Roll the dice. Premade characters are available. Registration required. Ages 10 and up. When: Sunday, Nov. 24, 2:305:45 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-6134402

FREE ENGLISH CLASSES

What: This class does not require registration or a textbook and is taught by a trained ESL instructor. High beginner to advanced levels. When: Monday, Nov. 25, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

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DEKALB COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES

What: Pet adoptions When: Mondays-Fridays, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Where: DeKalb County Animal Services, 3280 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Chamblee Info: dekalbanimalservices.com

FORSYTH COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER

What: Pet adoptions When: Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: The Forsyth County Animal Shelter, 4065 County Way, Forsyth County More info: 678-965-7185

FULTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES

What: Pet adoptions When: Every Saturday and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Where: PetSmart, 6370 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta Additional adoptions: MondayFriday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Fulton County Animal Services, 860 Marietta Blvd. NW, Atlanta

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CENTENNIAL 62, ROSWELL 57

SPORTS

Knights take down Roswell for first win of season By ZACH SHUGAN news@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — The Roswell boys basketball team tipped off its 2019-20 campaign against cross-town rival Centennial Thursday night, and the Knights got the better of the Hornets with a 62-57 win on the road. Centennial (1-2) was led by junior Logan Turner, who finished the game with 20 points and 14 rebounds. Junior Kyle Duncan added 13 points and 12 rebounds. Roswell (0-1) senior George Pridgett led all scorers with 22 points on the night. “It felt good,” Centennial head coach Matt Barksdale said. “We started 0-2, and I’m just proud of the way we responded. We lost to a really solid Woodstock team earlier in the week, but I just didn’t feel like our effort and intensity was there. We really came out and responded in practice, and it showed tonight.” The teams traded baskets much of the first half, keeping the score close. The Hornets led 17-15 after one quarter, and at halftime the Hornets were up 27-26. The Knights made their move in the third quarter, jumping out to a 35-31 lead shortly after halftime. Going into the fourth

quarter, Centennial held a 41-38 lead. Jace McCullough kept the Hornets in the game when they otherwise would have been down and out. The freshman finished the game with 16 points, with 14 coming in the final quarter. Despite the late scoring outburst from McCullough and the Hornets, Centennial held on to get its first win of the young season. “I thought [Turner] played solid, but that was the best team win we’ve had in a while,” Barksdale said. “Looking at the stat sheet, everyone filled it up. It was definitely a team win.” After finishing 12-15 a season ago and beginning this season with two losses, Barksdale said he hopes the Roswell win serves as a boost for the Knights. “We’re hoping it’s a catapult,” Barksdale said. “I’m not going to lie, we’ve been kind of down in the dumps after that 0-2 start, but this team win shows us where we have the potential to be. I think it’s a good way to catapult us into region play next week.” The Knights begin region play against Dunwoody on Nov. 19. Roswell plays rivals Milton Nov. 19 before hosting the ZACH SHUGAN/HERALD Roswell Honor Air Flight Invitational Centennial junior Kyle Duncan (12) makes a pass during the Knights' 62-57 win which begins Nov. 23. over Roswell on Nov. 14.

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GHSA releases new region alignments Several schools change classification, many to play in new regions By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com NORTH FULTON/FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The GHSA has shaken up the athletics landscape for local teams with its new region alignments beginning in the 2020-21 school year. The GHSA released the alignments last week. Several local schools are in new regions, and some in new classifications. The updates involve a major change for some North Fulton rival schools. Alpharetta will make the jump from Class 6A to 7A and will join Milton and Roswell in Region 5. Milton and Roswell will compete in the same region for the first time since the 2016-17 reclassification that put Milton in the same region as all Class 7A Forsyth County Schools. Roswell has been the lone North Fulton team in Region 4 since that realignment. The three rival schools will join three

Cherokee County teams — Cherokee, Etowah and Woodstock — in the new region. Roswell has competed against those schools in region play since the 2016-17 realignment. In Forsyth County, Class 7A schools will continue to all play in the region, which will now be Region 6. Forsyth County schools will have a new, noncounty foe with Gainesville replacing Milton. As expected, Denmark has moved up in classification and will make a twospot jump to Class 6A. The Danes will join Buford, Central Gwinnett, Habersham Central, Lanier and Winder-Barrow in Region 8-AAAAAA. The GHSA has moved Dunwoody up to Class 7A from 6A. The Wildcats will now compete in Region 7 along with Gwinnett County schools, including Archer, Berkmar, Discovery, Meadowcreek and Norcross. Northview is the only local team to go down in classification. The Titans have been placed in Class 5A, down from

Class 6A, and will join Blessed Trinity, Calhoun, Cartersville, Cass, Hiram and Woodland (Cartersville). Blessed Trinity appealed the decision to remain in Class 4A, but the reclassification committee voted 9-7 to deny the appeal. Several North Fulton schools will remain in Region 7-AAAAAA, but the region has been altered with Alpharetta and Northview changing classifications and North Atlanta and Pope leaving the region. Cambridge, Centennial , Chattahoochee and Johns Creek will remain in 7-AAAAAA, and will now compete with River Ridge, Creekview and Sequoyah from Cherokee County and Riverwood from Atlanta. Local private schools also saw a shake-up with the new regions. Fellowship Christian, King’s Ridge, Pinecrest Academy and St. Francis will remain in Region 6-A and will be joined by Brandon Hall, Mt. Bethel and Lakeview Academy. Mt. Bethel was added to the region beginning in the 2018-19 season, it’s first in GHSA competition. Brandon Hall will be new to the GHSA in the 202021 season. Neither school competes in

The updates involve a major change for some North Fulton rival schools. football. Region 6-A will now no longer have two subregions. Mount Pisgah is out of Region 6-A and has been placed into Region 5, which includes 10 schools. The Patriots will be the only North Fulton team in the region. Schools can appeal the new region assignments but only for lateral movement, meaning they cannot appeal a change in classification but can request to be placed in another region. The GHSA’s reclassification committee was set to hear the appeals on Nov. 19.

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Pinecrest Spanish teacher earns state distinction By DENISE RAY denise@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Lucia Trevino, high school Spanish teacher and Foreign Language Department chair at Pinecrest Academy, has been named Teacher of the Year by the Georgia Independent School Association. Trevino was selected from the 166 GISA schools and recognized for her “superior leadership, dedicated service and teaching excellence.” GISA is a non-profit association of private, independent and parochial schools throughout the state. “I am so honored and flattered,” Trevino said. “As teachers, we never seek recognition. I do my job of teaching and loving my students wholeheartedly and to the best of my abilities.” Last January, Trevino was honored at the 12th annual Archbishop’s Banquet for Catholic Education, during which one teacher from each Catholic school in Atlanta was honored. The mission of GISA is to advance excellence and collaboration among Georgia’s independent schools by serving the professional growth, advocacy, and interscholastic needs of member schools. Each GISA member school, including Pinecrest Academy, is fully accredited by one or more of the nationally recognized regional accreditation bodies. The GISA is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools, the Georgia Private Education Council; the Council for American Private Education and an affiliate member of the National Federation of High Schools.

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Governor Kemp is up to his neck in applications Any day now, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp will appoint a replacement for U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson, who is stepping down at the end of this year. The appointment will run through next year pat Fox when Georgians will Editor pat@appenmediagroup.com elect someone to serve the final two years of Isakson’s term. The deadline passed Monday for those who wish to be considered for the appointment. This is a good thing, because the list was already approaching more than 200 applicants. That’s more than 200 resumes from doctors, lawyers, CEOs, CFOs, COOs and business owners. There are pilots, stewardesses, ministers and cashiers. There’s even a resume from an inmate at a state prison. By far, the longest resumes come from those in education. One college educator submitted a 12-page vitae – all single spaced. Another entered 10 pages with footnotes. Still another educator sent the governor 37 pages listing his qualifications.

Former 6th District Congressman Tom Price even applied for the position — and yes, his resume includes the one year he spent as U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services under Donald Trump. You’ve got to feel for the governor. Regardless of your political affiliation, Brian Kemp never did anything to deserve this. If I could put a bug in the governor’s ear, I would draw his attention to one Jack Hilton. His resume stood out: “Take a chance, step outside your comfort zone, and appoint me, Jack Hilton, Libertarian. “As I’m currently unemployed, I already have experience at doing nothing, which appears to be a prerequisite for being a politician from either of the two major parties.” One thing is for certain. Jack has no chance this go-around. Not because he’s not qualified, but because he’s a Libertarian, and we all know Kemp will appoint a Republican. Ever since William Few and James Gunn were elected in 1789, Georgia has had 66 U.S. senators. The majority – 49 – were Democrats, and six have been Republicans. The others belonged to

The deadline passed Monday for those who wish to be considered for the appointment. This is a good thing, because the list was already approaching more than 200 applicants. short-lived and long-forgotten parties. Of the 66 senators, 65 were men. One was a women, and she served only for 24 hours back in 1922. Kemp’s list of applicants includes a good share of women, many of them enormously qualified. I love Georgia. I think it has a long and proud history in many facets of American history. One thing it has trouble shaking, though, is a reputation for the “Good Ole Boys Network,” the cigar-chomping, whiskey-belching, back room denizens of power politics. There are currently 25 women serving in the U.S. Senate, and Kemp could make a strong statement by appointing a Georgian to join them. Of the many qualified applicants, the

governor may want to look at someone like Jan Jones, the Milton resident who has served as the second-highest ranking leader in the Georgia House since 2009 — the highest ranking woman to ever serve in the Georgia General Assembly. When it comes to party, Jones is certainly in step with our new Republican governor — and with the national GOP, for that matter. She touts her fight for the rule of law on illegal immigration and the protection of Second Amendment rights for individuals. Yet, there are cases where Jones has shown her individuality by championing strong sexual harassment policies to protect all who work under the Gold Dome. She was also led the charge to incentivize college students to challenge themselves with STEM classes. Finally, Jones has her roots in Georgia, growing up in Warner Robins with her family on her father’s military salary. It’s hard to kill those kind of roots, the kind nurtured with 16 years in state government dealing daily with legislation tailored to her home. It might not hurt either for North Fulton to have an ear in Washington. Whoever the governor appoints, I hope he does the state proud.

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Tales from the trail Almost nothing I have seen while visiting my daughter in Oakland, Calif., would fly in Alpharetta, Ga. Or would it? Most of what I see is different in a good way though, but also in an abrupt, unfaRay appen Publisher miliar and sometimes ray@appenmediagroup.com startling disruptive way. “Severe” is one adjective that comes to mind. So is “inspired,” and “against all odds.” And finally, “Get over it. We do this all the time,” strolls through my small brain, and makes me smile. I have to ask myself however, if my perspective is singularly colored primarily by who Amelia associates with — her circle of people that I have been exposed to so far — and that her circle is not representative of Oakland, or California. It’s a question I often ask myself generally anyway: “Ray, is your thinking right now, at this moment, only a narrow, sliver extracted from of a much wider spectrum of light that you aren’t seeing?” The older I get, the more I question my ability to see and appreciate the light around me and what it illuminates — “all the light we cannot see,” to borrow the title of one of my favorite books in the history of “ever” slips into my mind. I don’t think it is just my daughter’s circle of friends, though. And I still believe I do see much of the light that surrounds me. Amelia and I went to a grand opening of a store yesterday in downtown Oakland. The name of the store was “Fillgood,” and it tagged itself “Your Local Zero Waste Store with a Refill Corner. Bring your Containers and Reduce Plastic Waste!” The store was located in a small, tworoom, office-like space. The walls were filled with shelves of organic biodegradable alternatives to everyday commodities, such as detergent, soap, tooth paste, lotions, cleaning solvents. Most of the stuff did not have traditional containers — those thrown away after we use them and end up in a landfill. The idea is to bring your reusable container and fill it up, like those water machines in the grocery store you can fill up with a jug you bring. Either the stuff for sale in the store is organic and chemical-free or it comes without packaging at all, or both. Our host for the grand open-

OPINION ing was a pleasant late-middle-aged woman, Stephanie, who could have been mistaken for any grandmother in Alpharetta at the playground with her grandkids or out walking her little dog on the sidewalk. But instead of doing things like that, Stephanie is opening a “zero waste” store that — to me — surely can’t generate enough sales to pay the rent and survive. But, if one judged her situation by the smile on her face as each new person walked in for her grand opening, one might be inclined to think different. Why, I shake my hand, would someone have the audacity to try to sell organic stuff at prices much greater than the traditional products that clog the landfills and oceans and expect to make it? “Is this not just an exercise in futility,” I think to myself. Oakland, like San Francisco, is so much more expensive than Alpharetta. Gas is about $4.25 a gallon now, and I saw in the grocery store organic blackberries in those little pint sizes for $5.49. Traffic is worse than Ga. 400. Home prices for tiny houses start around a million, and commercial rents must be no less onerous. It is hard to live out here — at least for the majority of the people — really hard. Yet, there is Stephanie with a lease on a small commercial space selling bulk organic commodities and multi-use containers and everything costs like double the traditional commodity because organic typically requires a premium price to even come close to covering its cost. What is she thinking!? At the grand opening I meet a young woman who is there to start a delivery service for Stephanie’s Fillgood products. Seriously? You are starting a delivery service for a product that surely will never sell more than a couple units a day. As we talk, I find out that she used to live in Cumming, Ga. Maybe, there is not so much distance between us after all, at least, a lot less than we tend to think? Everywhere I go with Amelia I see “different” here. People don’t use paper towels; they use cloth that is reusable. They share resources like houses, cars and food sources. Many don’t even own cars or desire to own them. They all compost. Of course, they recycle, but this compost thing is somewhat new to me. Essentially, everything that is not metal, glass, or plastic goes into the compost container that is kept on the kitchen counter and is emptied daily into a larger compost container – like in the garage maybe. Then, and this is the part that fascinates me the most, the city picks up the compost every week, just like they pick up the trash and recycling. It goes to a giant compost area where it is processed and ultimately made available —free — to residents who need seasoned compost for their gardens. Yes, some of us at home compost,

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but composting here seems totally, a part of how one lives. Plus, it simply is representative of changing ideas about how to live and why. As I write those words, it slaps me in the face that Cupertino-based, California-based Steve Jobs and company based the bedrock of Apple brand not on marketing that displayed their computers or their iPods, or any of the hardware but on ideas and attitudes, like “Think different.” Apple and Jobs

were not so much about stuff; they were about ideas. And ideas matter, because they lead to action and to change and give purpose and help create those necessary “why’s” — the glue that holds our lives together. Now, about that grand-opening store. In hindsight, I think I now get why Stephanie opened up her “doomed to failure” Fillgood store to support its mission of zero waste. Her story isn’t so much about how many containers she sells or how long she manages to stay open; its more about her belief in an idea and the importance of taking stands in the name of ideas, even those that will probably fail. Taking stands because it is the right thing to do is nothing new to this country. It is, in fact, one of the fundamental reasons we have made it as far as we have as a country. I am drawn to one of my favorite quotes, written by F Scott Fitzgerald: “France was a land, England was a people, but America, having about it still that quality of the idea, was harder to utter — it was the graves at Shiloh and the tired, drawn, nervous faces of its great men, and the country boys ding in the Argonne for a phrase that was empty before their bodies withered. It was a willingness of the heart.” We need to not forget who we are, and why.

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City, heart attack survivor, honor heroes’ actions By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Quick action by visitors and employees at the Ed Isakson YMCA has been credited for saving a man’s life on May 9. Jasmine Amos, Carl Childers and a host of others were honored earlier this month by the City of Alpharetta for their response to a crisis in the locker room. Childers recounted the incident shortly after a brief ceremony at City Hall Nov. 4. He said he was in the locker room that day, when another man ran up to him exclaiming that he’d found a man he thought was having a seizure nearby. “So, I jumped up and went around the corner, and I found him there, laying on the bench,” Childers said. “He was unconscious, and he was not breathing at that point.” The man was Andy Diamond, and he had suffered a heart attack. Childers and the other man placed Diamond on the floor and checked for a heartbeat. There was none.

“We started yelling for someone to help us, but no one could hear us,” Childers said. “We were way inside the locker room.” Eventually, people heard the cries and a stream flooded into the locker room. Childers ran out, grabbed the Automated External Defibrillator and tossed it to Jasmine Amos, a lifeguard who had cleared the pool when she heard the shouts. “I ran into the men’s locker room with Debbie (Cousineau),” Amos said. “I told Debbie to call 911, and I told someone to get the AED.” Childers had it before Amos could even administer CPR. Amos deployed the device with the assistance of orthopaedist Dr. Moon Lee and delivered two shots. She had started giving rescue breaths just as Alpharetta Public Safety personnel arrived. By then, Diamond had a faint pulse. “When they came around the corner, it was like a scene in a movie where it’s slow motion, and the hero’s coming through,” Childers said. “I felt like I

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Lifesaving heroes Carl Childers and Jasmine Amos stand with Alpharetta Fire Capt. Marc Maikoski as heart attack survivor Andy Diamond speaks on the value of emergency medical training at a ceremony Nov. 4 at City Hall. hadn’t breathed in 17 minutes.” “It felt like two hours,” Amos said. “I was completely just adrenaline. I apologized to people afterwards because I kicked probably 10 people out of there. To this day, I do not know the woman — she had blond, curly hair — and I just said ‘move, move, move!’ I still want to apologize.” Alpharetta Fire Capt. Marc Maikoski said the quick thinking and determined actions saved Diamond’s life. “He’s here with us directly because of the heroes and citizens that were on scene before we got there,” he said. “When a life is saved, especially in a cardiac event, it is greatly attributed to the actions of the

citizens that were on scene.” Diamond said nothing during the residents’ account of the event. Later, he said he wants everyone to recognize the value of stepping up during an emergency, whether one has medical training or not. AEDs come with simple, detailed instructions that anyone can use to help revive a heart attack victim, he said. “Tonight’s the first time I’ve really heard those details,” he said. “I knew from a high-level standpoint what they had done for me, but to hear them describe the moment, and how they handled the pressure, is just amazing. Hero isn’t a strong enough word for all of them.”

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Family man van 2020 Toyota Sienna

What a tease it was. The man dropping off the 2020 Toyota Sienna for me to test handed me the keys and turned around to await his ride away from my home. And there to pick him up was JOE PARKER none other than a Editor joe@appenmediagroup.com brand spanking new Supra, likely on its way to be tested by another journalist. This moment was rather poignant, not just because I wanted to test the Supra and instead was given something else, it was a commentary on the recent changes in my life. Around five months ago, I entered the world of fatherhood. Any dreams of owning a two-door coupe went out the window for the next two decades or so. It’s unfortunate, and it could be seen as even worse that instead of the coupe I was given the ultimate parent-mobile, a minivan. But I am not one to view a van as giving up on the hope of having joy in one’s life. I like minivans. Sure, I do not hold them in the same regard as coupes, sports cars and the like, but minivans are designed for a purpose — move a large amount of people and things with ease — and for that, they are the perfect tool. And forget the stigma. Interested in buying a three-row crossover? Take away the sliding doors and captain’s chairs and you are left with a van wearing high heels. New dads might be wrought with grief over having to trade in their sports cars for a minivan, but at least you get a V6 in the Toyota Sienna. All Sienna’s come with a 297-horsepower V6 paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The 3.5-liter has no issues getting the Toyota around town, and the transmission is mostly smooth, but it can be a bit dimwitted when going down a cog is needed. And this may be anecdotal, but I spent five freeway miles at 4,000 RPM because the transmission refused to change up no matter what prodding I did on the accelerator. Though it only happened once, it was a memorably noisy trek with the V6 working near its limit. Otherwise, the engine is certainly audible, but not overbearing, for the daily commute. The Sienna gets a combined 20 MPG.

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Steering the Sienna is about as difficult as stirring broth, but navigating tight parking lots involves a heavy dose of full steering wheel rotations. The Toyota’s ride is fairly comfortable and reasonably quiet, with only the most jarring of potholes and bumps unsettling passengers. The Sienna stands out in the minivan crowd as the only model to offer all-wheel drive, though sending power to all four wheels does cut down on its crowd-moving capabilities. Front-wheel drive models can seat up to eight, but that number is reduced to seven when buyers opt for all-wheel drive. The second-row captain’s chairs can be adjusted in several ways and can be removed, but do not stow away like in the Chrysler Pacifica (www.bit.ly/2Q7xDlh). Getting the third row down is easy enough, but it does take some muscle to pull the strap that brings them back into place. Power rear sliding doors come standard in all but base models, and a power liftgate is standard on SE, XLE and Limited trims. The Sienna is extremely spacious with ample storage, including a massive 39-cubic feet of cargo room with the rear row erected. The sunken rear deck allows the third row to fold flat, and with the third row up, the deck is great for swallowing bulky strollers, something I could not have told you this time last year. Also at that time I would not have been able to understand just how expensive kids are. No matter how much I love my little one, she is without a doubt the worst financial decision I have ever made. So, let’s talk pricing. The mid-range SE version I tested likely fits the bill for most buyers. With around $5,000 in options and all-wheel drive, my tester came in at $45,000. Base L models run around $32,000 with top-tier Limited Premium versions nearing the $50,000 mark.

The bulk of my tester’s options dollars went to the SE Preferred Package ($3,815) which includes blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, power moonroof, navigation, a JBL sound system, Wi-Fi hotspot and other features. For $700, Toyota is now offering a Nightshade package on the Sienna which gives the family hauler blackedout wheels, emblems, door handles and front grille to Pimp My Van. As standard, the Sienna gets five USB ports, a 7-inch touchscreen and extremely convenient tri-zone climate control. Drivers can control the climate control in the rear, on the dash, and there are also controls in the middle row. Standard safety features include

Pre-Collision System, which gives warning and can apply the brakes to avoid or mitigate a collision, lane departure alert with steering assist, automatic high beams and adaptive cruise control. Leather-trimmed or leatherette seating is standard beginning with SE models. The Sienna may not have some of the features at its rivals — including a built-in vacuum and Stow ‘n Go seating of the Chrysler Pacifica or built-in baby monitoring system of the Honda Odyssey — but it does offer tons of room for people and cargo and a good helping of standard safety features. It is also fairly well-equipped and acceptably priced in mid-range models. My only real complaint is it’s not a Supra.

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Fall leaves, trout fishing make for outdoor fun There’s a large tree right by the driveway outside our front door, a tree that has a lot of leaves. All summer long it provided nice shade. But then came fall. All the leaves turned a magnificent shade STEVE HUDSON of gold, departed the Get Outside Georgia, aa4bw@comcast.net tree, and ended up in the driveway. It’s sure pretty, but it’s a heck of a lot of leaves. The interesting thing about those leaves is how the wind stirs them up ev-

ery day. Each morning, as I head out the door, it’s fun to see what shape the wind has created as it rearranged the leaves the night before. One day that shape was a remarkable profile of a dog. Ellie the Mini Schnauzer appreciated that and barked three times, clearly telling me that those leaves were an unmistakable sign it was time for a long walk. The next day the shape was that of a piece of pizza, possibly with pepperoni on it. No longer did I have to think about what to have for lunch! And then, day before yesterday, the pile of leaves had the unmistakable outline of a fish. StEVE HUDSON/HERALD

A volunteer assists with stocking Smith Creek’s delayed harvest water. Aha. There could be no clearer sign that some trout fishing was long overdue. November is a great time for trout fishing in Georgia. The reason? Georgia’s Delayed Harvest trout fishing season is in full swing. From Nov. 1 through May 14, portions of five Georgia streams

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(Amicalola Creek near Dawsonville, the Chattahoochee in Atlanta, the Chattooga up in Rabun County, Smith Creek in Unicoi State Park, and the Toccoa near Blue Ridge) are managed under special catch-and-release, artificials only, single-hook-lure regulations. All fish caught in those sections must be immediately released, and that means there should be good fish populations present throughout the DH season. I’ve heard from a number of anglers who have been enjoying some good success so far this DH season. Ted Wilson, who drives over from Alabama several times a year to enjoy DH fishing in the Chattahoochee, says he’s had success using egg imitations such as Y2K or Sucker Spawn flies. Matt Westborn, another frequent DH fly fisher, has been fishing the DH portion of the Toccoa River. He had good luck last week using a small midge emerger fly. “I believe it was a Rainbow Warrior, or maybe a Blue Assassin,” he says. “I just remember it was small!” Others have reported success with brown or olive Woolly Buggers, especially when drifting them through the seams between fast and slower currents. All in all, it looks like this year’s DH season is off to a good start! And… Would you like to do your part to make DH fishing even better while having a blast at the same time? If so, you’ll want to help stock the Chattahoochee River DH section yourself on Tuesday, Nov. 26! On that Tuesday (the Tuesday before Thanksgiving), Georgia Department of Natural Resources is calling on volun-

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Trout: Continued from Page 24 teers to help put trout in the river in places that the hatchery truck can’t reach. It will happen at the Whitewater Unit of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, where enthusiastic trout anglers will gather with 5-gallon plastic buckets to tote trout from the truck to the river. It’s fun for adults, and it’s a blast for kids – so plan to bring the young folks too! Stocking usually begins midmorning, typically around 10 a.m., and usually takes about a half hour or so to complete. You might want to arrive early to get a parking place (and to enjoy some hot coffee and a donut, which I hear Alpharetta Outfitters will be bringing). Once the hatchery truck arrives,

it’s all hands on deck for the “bucket brigade.” Everybody lines up near the truck, buckets in hand. At the truck, each bucket gets a load of fish. Then the volunteers (that’s you and me) carry them to the river and release them into the flow. What happens then? After stocking is complete, many folks will stay to try their had at a little trout fishing. There are lots of experienced volunteers on hand who will be glad to help you learn the ropes, too, so if you’re just getting started in trout fishing don’t hesitate to ask for some guidance on how it’s done. I remember one DH stocking day a few years back. A dad was there with his two young daughters, probably about 5 and 7, each with pink rubber boots and an equally colorful cartoon-character spinning rod. But they were new to fishing and weren’t having any luck, and the

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kids looked really disappointed. I hate to see that kind of thing, so I asked the dad if I could hook a trout with my fly rod and let one of the kids bring it in. “Can we, Daddy?” said one of the girls. “Can we please?” Dad said “sure,” so I made a cast and hooked a fish and let the oldest of the kids bring it in. “That was neat!” she said. “Can I do it again?” Dad nodded yes, so we repeated the process…and again…and again… The younger daughter, patient at first, now announced that it was her turn. She too brought in some fish. Then back to the older one…and back to the younger one…and pretty soon an hour had passed. The kids had

a blast. Truth be told, I did too! “I think you’ve hooked more than trout,” their dad said to me as we finally walked back to the parking lot. “I think you’ve hooked a couple of future fisherman!” And that, more than anything, is what it’s all about. For details on the November volunteer stocking event at Whitewater, visit http://license.gooutdoorsgeorgia.com/ event/viewevent.aspx?id=33835. Learn more about Georgia’s Delayed Harvest trout fishing in Steve Hudson’s book Georgia Delayed Harvest Trout Guide.” It’s available from local outfitters and on Amazon, and personally signed copies are available at ChattahoocheeMedia.com

PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF JOHNS CREEK ARTS ANd CULTURE BOARd MEETING NOvEMBER 21, 2019 The Johns Creek Arts and Culture Board will meet Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 6:30pm. The meeting will be held in City Hall which is located at 11360 Lakefield Drive in Johns Creek, Georgia 30097. Please contact the city clerk’s office at 678-512-3212 should you have any questions. Joan Jones, City Clerk

DEATH NOTICES

Herbert H. Banister, 90, of Cumming, passed away November 12, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Alvin Claud Fowler, 71, of Forsyth County, passed away November 10, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Davy Alan Campbell, 81, passed away November 12, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home

Rene Pruitt Gardner, 59, of Alpharetta, passed away November 5, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Mary Ruth Smith Chumbler, 91, of Forsyth County, passed away November 6, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Rubin Monroe Garland, 82, of Cumming, passed away November 7, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

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Gloria Evelyn Elzey, 78, of Forsyth County, passed away November 14, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory. Charles Wesley Esloon, 60, passed away November 5, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Eugene E. Hamby, 84, of Cumming, passed away November 10, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory. James Howard Kelso, 101, passed away November 12, 2019. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home.

James Mansell, 79, of Roswell, passed away November 11, 2019. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory. George Martin, 87, of Alpharetta, passed away November 3, 2019. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory. Kenneth Nahorski, 73, of Roswell, passed away November 11, 2019. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory. Dorothy Ann Quirk (nee Mahowald), 92, of Cumming, passed away November 5, 2019. Arrangements by McDonald & Son Funeral Home. Geraldine Duncan Richards, 87 of Alpharetta, passed away November 12, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory.

Luis Rivera, 81, of Cumming, passed away November 7, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory. Larry Stephen Samples, 72, of Cumming, passed away November 8, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory. Eloise L. Day Sweatman, 89, of Cumming, passed away November 7, 2019. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory. Darold Williams, 34, passed away November 7, 2019. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory. Marjorie Ann Wylie, 94, of Roswell, passed away November 9, 2019. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory.

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