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Art Center recognized with Governor’s Award
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Johns Creek Recreation and Parks Director Erica Madsen, Police Chief Mark Mitchell, City Councilwoman Stacy Skinner, Mayor John Bradberry and Fire Chief Chris Coons break ground on the new site for Fire Station 63 at 9880 Brumbelow Road on Dec. 17.
Johns Creek clears path for new Fire Station 63 JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Johns Creek Mayor John Bradberry and public safety officials led a groundbreaking ceremony for the rebuild of Fire Station 63, the city’s oldest fire station. The new 14,675-square-foot facility, to house the Police Substation, will be located at 9880 Brumbelow Road. The 2.11-acre site is a halfmile from the existing Station 63 on Old Alabama Road. The replacement will include a 13,891-square foot station house and a 766-square-foot stor-
age facility as well as two double-depth bays for trucks, spacious work areas, a kitchen and dining room, day room facilities, bunk rooms and an apparatus bay. Built in 1983, Station 63 is the oldest fire station serving Johns Creek and surrounding neighborhoods. It was inherited by the city when it took over fire services in 2007. Completion for the rebuild is slated for summer 2026. — Amber Perry
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The Art Center was one of 10 members of the arts community in the state honored with the Governor’s Award for the Arts and Humanities. The award recognizes outstanding individuals and organizations who have significantly contributed to Georgia’s civic and cultural vitality through excellence and service to the arts and humanities. On Dec. 5, Gov. Brian Kemp and first lady Marty Kemp announced the awards, presented in partnership with the Georgia Council for the Arts and Georgia Humanities. The program is in its 13th year. Amid a competitive nomination process, the community’s collective effort placed The Art Center on the list. "We are deeply humbled and honored to receive the Governor's Award for the Arts and Humanities,” The Art Center Executive Director Stephanie Donaldson said. “This recognition is not only a celebration of our 28-year journey but a testament to the power of creativity, culture, and human expression.” Donaldson said the award shows the importance of supporting and amplifying the voices of artists who contribute to the “rich fabric of our society.” “We express our sincere appreciation to the Georgia Council for the Arts as their support has enhanced our ability to serve our growing community,” she said. “Thank you to all of those who have inspired us along the way and continue to nurture our creative spirit.” — Amber Perry
From left, The Art Center Executive Director Stephanie Donaldson and Curator/Program Director Althea Foster stand at the entrance to the facility on Abbotts Bridge Road. The Art Center was honored with the Governor’s Award for the Arts and Humanities this year. AMBER PERRY/APPEN MEDIA
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