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BB&T Atlanta Open has ball person tryouts

May 20, 22 at Carl Sanders YMCA in Buckhead

by Staff Reports
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – The BB&T Atlanta Open will host tryouts for ball persons Monday, May 20, and Wednesday, May 22, at the Carl E....More
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48K people get 'Taste of Alpharetta'

by Jonathan Copsey
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The annual Taste of Alpharetta drew about 48,000 people May 9 to historic downtown to sample dozens of the city's local restaurants and businesses....More

BB&T Atlanta Open has ball person tryouts

May 20, 22 at Carl Sanders YMCA in Buckhead

by Staff Reports
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – The BB&T Atlanta Open will host tryouts for ball persons Monday, May 20, and Wednesday, May 22, at the Carl E....More

'In Harmony for Cancer' jazz concert May 11 benefits Atlanta

To benefit CanCare, nonprofit cancer support organization

by Staff Reports
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Marking its one-year anniversary in Atlanta, CanCare is celebrating with an outdoor jazz concert Saturday, May 11....More
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Raghav Srivastava earns Eagle rank

by Staff Reports
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Johns Creek Scout Troop 2000 and Crew 43 have announced that Raghav Srivastava is their newest Eagle Scout to have earned the honor....More
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HATCHER HURD

Memorial Day reminds us to honor vets with deeds

Memorial Day is the day we set aside to remember the service and the sacrifice....More
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Jonathan Copsey

Writing novels is difficult work

by Jonathan Copsey
It's been said that everyone has a novel in them....More
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Aldo Nahed

When a Good Samaritan dies

by Aldo Nahed
There's a TV show called "What Would You Do?" The premise is people are secretly filmed in awkward and sometimes embarrassing situations, and we get to see how they react....More
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Two Georgia youth honored for volunteerism

National award ceremony in Washington pays tribute to Roswell and Cumming students

by Aldo Nahed
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Georgia's top two youth volunteers of 2013, David Resnick, 18, of Roswell and Kelsey Hirsch, 13, of Cumming were honored in the nation's capital for their outstanding volunteer service during the 18th annual presentation of the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards....More

Where is this market headed?

by Bob Strader
I used to get asked, "How's the market?" Now, it's more of a statement: "I hear the market is great....More

Business Coach

Planning, preparing for conferences

by Dick Jones
Do you participate in conferences? Are you getting as much business as you expected from attending these types of events? Participating in conferences is a two-way street....More
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Jonathan Copsey

Michigan robber incident brings out best in news

by Jonathan Copsey
When you boil it down, journalism is all about disseminating information to the public....More
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HATCHER HURD

North Fulton legislative activism not having desired effect

by Hatcher Hurd
Fulton Republican legislators began the year with a flurry of proposed legislation largely aimed at curbing the spending by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners....More

Georgians' suicide rate for ages 35-64 increases 25% in 10 years

by Staff Reports

Suicide deaths have surpassed deaths from motor vehicle crashes in recent years in the United States....More

Fulton finance director defends county's credit

Says story behind headlines not so grim

by Hatcher Hurd
ATLANTA – Fulton County Finance Director Patrick O'Connor said the actual financial repercussions from the downgrade in the county's credit rating by Fitch Ratings Service have been overblown....More

Seven local students awarded Sawnee EMC scholarships in North Fulton

by Staff Reports
NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The Sawnee Electric Membership Foundation recently awarded seven local high school seniors each with a $3,500 scholarship....More

Can you hear me now?

Dangerously loud noises harm young ears

by Will Houp
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – With the upcoming summer and traveling season, audiologists are warning parents to monitor their children's exposure to loud noises....More
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2 local Girl Scouts make 'difference in community'

Projects raise funds, awareness

by Dan Moody
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — There's more to Girl Scouting than selling cookies....More
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48K people get 'Taste of Alpharetta'

by Jonathan Copsey
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The annual Taste of Alpharetta drew about 48,000 people May 9 to historic downtown to sample dozens of the city's local restaurants and businesses....More

Roswell councilmembers opposed to millage rate, budget

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – Two Roswell councilmembers have taken issue with the city's budget....More
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New Frazier apartments in Roswell approved

Roswell gives go ahead for large project

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – In a 5-1 vote, the Roswell City Council approved the Canton City Walk apartment complex that will replace the Frazier Street apartments on Norcross Street....More
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Roswell CVB hosts awards gala

Honors Roswell leaders for service

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – The 22nd annual community awards ceremony of the Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau was held May 7 at the Doubletree Hotel in Roswell to honor many of the town's movers and shakers for their efforts in improving the town and maintaining a high quality of life....More
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Roswell Beer Fest draws hundreds

Event hopes to be yearly

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – Atlanta has its share of beer festivals, but Roswell is edging in on that monopoly....More
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Society protests Day of Prayer

Objects to event on city property

by Jonathan Copsey
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – In the shadow of the National Day of Prayer ceremony May 2 in Roswell, protestors picketed the presence of the ceremony at Roswell's City Hall....More

Local venues go blue for jazz

AJP, Velvet Note host 31 days of jazz

by Jonathan Copsey
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The 36th annual Atlanta Jazz Festival comes to North Fulton this month with two events featuring local jazz clubs as part of the 31 Days of Jazz....More
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Demolition begins for Alpharetta's City Center

by Jonathan Copsey
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – After a long wait, Alpharetta's City Center project moved into the demolition phase May 14, with the iconic Dockery's restaurant building....More

North Point Fitness holds grand re-opening

by Staff
ROSWELL, Ga. – In business for 21 years, North Point Fitness is holding a grand re-opening May 18 with two events to celebrate their renovation....More
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Apple museum returns to Roswell

Two-day encore

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – In case you missed it, the Apple Pop Up Museum is back for two encore days in May and June....More

VIDEO: Taste of Alpharetta 2013

by Ray Appen
About 50,000 people attended the Taste of Alpharetta last night....More
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Mountain Park performs 'The Jungle Book'

by Jonathan Copsey
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Welcome to the jungle....More
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Fire boot drive raises $72K in Roswell

by Aldo Nahed
ROSWELL, Ga. – For the fifth consecutive year, the Roswell Fire Department was recognized as the top collector by the Georgia Firefighter's Burn Foundation during their 2012 boot drive....More
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Styx, REO, Nugent perform in Alpharetta

ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Legendary rock bands Styx, REO Speedwagon and Ted Nugent took to the stage May 5 at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre....More
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Best of Second City comes to Roswell arts center

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – Chicago's legendary sketch comedy theater, The Best of the Second City, will appear at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center May 24 at 8 p....More
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Hillside Girl Scouts complete their Bronze Award

by Staff Reports
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – After months of work, the Hillside Elementary Girl Scout Troop 3019 accomplished their goal of completing their healthy lifestyles campaign....More

Local author Morgan Rodgers writes sequel to 'Timing…The Key to Life'

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – Morgan Rodgers, mild-mannered recreation and parks administrator by day, is a locally celebrated author by night....More
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Two historic homes donated for preservation by the Alpharetta Historical Society

by Hatcher Hurd
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Jack Peevy is a quiet man and a generous man....More
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Harry's gives proceeds to Foster Care Foundation in Roswell

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – Harry's Farmers Market presented the Foster Care Support Foundation with a check for $3,396 on May 3, the earnings from their "5 percent" day, where a portion of daily proceeds goes to a charity....More
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RUMC gears up for 32nd annual Field Day

Developmentally, physically challenged invited May 18

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. – The 32nd annual Field Day for developmentally and physically challenged adults age 16 years and older will be Saturday, May 18, at the Grimes Bridge Park soccer fields in Roswell....More
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Medlock Bridge ES Foundation helping students to learn

Donates netbooks, Smartboards to school

by Staff
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The Medlock Bridge Elementary Foundation is giving the school the 21st century tools its students need to be successful....More

Scam targets Ga. 400 drivers

Demands money over phone

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – Someone is making money off people by claiming to be a police officer....More
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Chamber welcomes imaging company

by Staff Reports
Business: Speedpro Imaging Alpharetta Owners: Bob and Laura Lee Mejerle What: Specializing in extreme-resolution large format printed graphics, tradeshow displays, retail, wall murals, elevator and vehicle/boat wraps and outdoor real estate development....More
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Alpharetta company behind new $100 bill

Visual Physics creates security graphics

ALPHARETTA, Ga. – An Alpharetta company has the distinction of making the security features in the new $100 bill, to be released later this year....More
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Dent repair shop moves to Alpharetta

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – After 17 years, Dents and Dings is moving from Roswell to an Alpharetta location....More

Georgia's Own holds 'Green Day'

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Georgia's Own Credit Union will hold its annual Green Day event at the Alpharetta branch, 5825 Windward Parkway, from 11 a....More
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Roswell architect announces new projects

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. – Roswell-based architect Zachary Henderson announced plans for a 4,000-square foot custom lakefront home in Cherokee County....More
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Milton theater shines brightly on us all

by Ray Appen
"Anatomy of a fever" and a "controlled hallucination" are phrases that Robert Lowell uses to describe the poetry of Sylvia Plath in her book "Ariel....More
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Local author releases second novel in Roswell

Vampire book launch at Red Door Playhouse

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – A former Roswell High School student released her second published novel May 3 with a fancy dress masquerade at the Red Door Playhouse....More
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Elkins teacher headed to Argentina

Part of Rotary exchange program

ROSWELL, Ga. – An Elkins Pointe Middle School teacher is the newest local educator selected to travel to Argentina thanks to the Roswell Rotary....More

Roswell implements green building incentives

Voluntary rebate program for builders

by Will Houp
ROSWELL, Ga. – The city took another step toward a greener future with the approval of a voluntary building green policy....More

North Fulton Community Charities receives grant to aid food pantry

by Emme Raus
ROSWELL, Ga. — North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC), a comprehensive North Fulton social services agency, received a $3,000 grant on April 1 as part of the second annual Restaurant Community Grants program from the Darden Foundation, the charitable arm of Darden Restaurants Inc....More

Arts Alliance of Johns Creek says art matters

Goal to make JC center for art, music, dance, theater

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Before there was a city of Johns Creek, there were the arts in Johns Creek....More

Chamber presents Family Festival and Taste of the Walk

Food, fun to order at Johns Creek Walk

by Hatcher Hurd
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The 14 merchants of Johns Creek Walk are teaming up with the Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce Saturday, May 18, to showcase the Walk and provide fun, food and entertainment for the public....More
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Johns Creek Advantage: City unveils strategic growth plan

Public-private partnership targets economic growth

by Hatcher Hurd
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – More than 100 business leaders gathered May 7 at the Atlanta Athletic Club for the long-awaited roll-out of Johns Creek Advantage, the partnership of the business community and the City Council to accelerate economic growth in Johns Creek....More

Bell Road subdivision coming before Johns Creek City Council

646-home development seeks OK

by Hatcher Hurd
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The gated community planned for 224 acres at the corner of Bell Road and Medlock Bridge Road will be one of four zoning cases to come before the City Council at 7 p....More

Touch-a-Truck offers tons of fun May 18 in Johns Creek

Explore cool equipment that makes city run efficiently

by Staff Reports
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Learn how a backhoe or a dump truck works from the professionals who operate them at Johns Creek's annual Touch-a-Truck event, part of the city's Public Works Day, Saturday, May 18....More
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19th annual North Fulton Golden Games underway

Seniors get chance to compete for fun, pride

by Hatcher Hurd
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Senior citizens gathered May 1 for the 19th annual North Fulton Golden Games at Johns Creek's Newtown Park....More
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Benton participates in 'Paris' night

by Staff Reports
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Benton House partnered with Johns Creek Arts Center to host "April in Paris," an evening complete with French food on April 25....More
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Lennar's Lakepoint at Johns Creek announced

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Lennar has announced a new townhome community, Lakepoint at Johns Creek, set amid the Technology Park area....More
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Barnwell TAG students get healthy dose of real world healthcare

by Staff Reports
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Barnwell Elementary fourth- and fifth-grade Talented and Gifted (TAG) students explored the varied aspects of healthcare with the assistance of professionals from the Centers for Disease Control and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite....More

Memorial Day BBQ and Guest Speaker in Forsyth

Father Andrew Stephen Damick will speak on "Churching the Nation."

by Kathleen Sturgeon
CUMMING, Ga. — Saints Raphael, Nicholas and Irene Greek Orthodox Church in Cumming, Ga....More
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Forsyth community rallies for Family Haven

Woodstock-themed event draws hundreds

by Laura Jones
CUMMING, Ga. — On May 3, the Reid Barn, 6844 Majors Road, became a time machine of sorts, bringing attendees "Back to Woodstock....More

Waylon and Willie tribute concert aids horse rescue

by Hatcher Hurd
CUMMING, Ga. – Save the Horses Rescue says come and enjoy a night in the country with a blanket and a cooler....More

Sawnee launches online alert system

Proposed program will alert customers on energy usage

by Shauyan Saki
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – Sawnee Electric Membership Corp....More

Waylon and Willie tribute concert aids horse rescue in Forsyth

by Hatcher Hurd
CUMMING, Ga. – Save the Horses Rescue says come and enjoy a night in the country with a blanket and a cooler....More
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'Greatest' writer tells America's story

Abe Benkhaled, 11, pens 'The Greatest Country'

by Will Houp
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – Starting more than two years ago and working for at least 30 minutes a day, about every day, 11-year-old Abe Benkhaled sat and researched America's history and values....More
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Forsyth students grow fresh veggies, fruits

Cumming Elementary's garden feeds families in need

by Shauyan Saki
CUMMING, Ga. — Cumming Elementary School students have been hard at work, but not all of their hard work has been in a classroom....More
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Rick Bragg for Forsyth Reads Together

by Jessa Pease
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Public Library announced its 2013 selection for Forsyth Reads Together – "All Over but the Shoutin'" by Rick Bragg....More
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Flavorful food, family fun at Forsyth festival

by Caitlyn Walters
CUMMING, Ga. — Hundreds of attendees gathered at the fourth annual Flavors of Forsyth....More
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Living Faith Lutheran Church will have new home

by Aldo Nahed
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A congregation, which started in 2001, has grown along with the county....More
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Forsyth woman receives new Habitat home

by Kathleen Sturgeon
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The North Central Georgia Habitat for Humanity held a dedication ceremony for the Ellis family May 11 in Gainesville....More
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Norman's Landing supports autism cause

by Aldo Nahed
CUMMING, Ga. — Bill Norman presented Autism Awareness with a check for $1,931....More
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Forsyth author debuts 'Unfinished Business'

Novel a tale of ghostly encounters

by Jessa Pease
CUMMING, Ga. — A mom who begins seeing and helping ghosts is the topic of a local author's debut novel....More
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Leadership class unveils trail project in Forsyth

Watershed education signage added to Caney Creek

by Aldo Nahed
CUMMING, Ga. — The 2013 Class of Leadership Forsyth officially opened a new self‐guided interpretive trail May 10 at the Caney Creek Preserve....More
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Legion first to hold meeting at new Armory in Forsyth

by Aldo Nahed
CUMMING, Ga. — The American Legion Post 307 is the first organization to host a meeting in the new Georgia Army National Guard Readiness Center building in Cumming on May 5....More
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Forsyth Eagle Scout builds sensory garden

Eric Danielsson designs garden for South Forsyth Middle School

by Kathleen Sturgeon
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A South Forsyth High School student used his Eagle Scout project as an opportunity to give back to the middle school he attended....More

Nearly $4M returns to Forsyth sheriff's budget

Money taken out last year by outgoing sheriff goes back into budget

by Bill Johnson
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County Sheriff Duane Piper went before the Board of Commissioners May 7 to request that $3....More
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Growler tastings still bottled up in Forsyth County

Forsyth County considers allowing samples, flexibility on bottles

by Aldo Nahed
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Dan Dixon compares being able to taste beer to the experience of test driving a car....More

Underage alcohol compliance check

Three businesses sell to underage patrons

by Kathleen Sturgeon
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Three businesses in Forsyth County were cited for selling alcohol to minors on May 2 when Forsyth County Sheriff's deputies with the ordinance and permits unit conducted another underage compliance check....More
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A doggone good time May 19

Mutts and More Festival raises funds for local pets

by Jessa Pease
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – There will be plenty of woofin' and hoofin' as the third annual Mutts and More Festival takes place at Fowler Park in Cumming from noon to 6 p....More
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Cumming Christmas Parade bad for businesses?

Business owner wants parade moved

by Aldo Nahed
CUMMING, Ga. — Lance White said he wants the city of Cumming to move its annual Christmas parade route away from Market Place Boulevard because it cut on his sales by half....More

Bethelview UMC holds yard sale

by Aldo Nahed
CUMMING, Ga. — Back again this year, Bethelview United Methodist Church, 4525 Bethelview Road in Cumming, will hold its annual yard sale from 8 a....More
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Brookwood Church — 100 years strong

Members surprised to find time capsule

by Aldo Nahed
CUMMING, Ga. — The Brookwood Baptist Church and its 400-member congregation have come a long way....More

Animal shelter committee asks Forsyth County Commission for $351K

Additional funding to build office, work space

by Bill Johnson
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Animal Control Shelter Committee asked the county commission on May 7 to reduce the overall scope and budget for the new animal shelter, but at the same time, asked for more funding from a different source....More

Tell GDOT what you think of Ga. 20

New technology used in survey

by Aldo Nahed
CUMMING, Ga. – What are the main concerns on Ga....More
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Earth Day contest winners announced

Local nonprofit winds up events with celebration

by Jessa Pease
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – Reaping Nature concluded its Earth Day events by announcing contest winners on May 1 at Alessio's in Cumming....More

County schools rank high in college, career readiness

by Carolyn Aspenson
CUMMING, Ga. — Results for the first year of the Georgia College and Career Ready Performance Index — the state's new accountability system — were unveiled May 7....More
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South Forsyth DECA places in top 10

World's largest chapter earns success at DECA's 2013 conference

by Jessa Pease
CUMMING, Ga. — Ten South Forsyth High School DECA students won more than any other school in the state at an international marketing competition....More
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Midway Warehouse brings deals to South Forsyth

by Aldo Nahed
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — If you're a mechanic, a musician or redoing your home, the owners of a new business in South Forsyth want you to drop in and check out their deals before heading elsewhere....More
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Medicare insurance, more opens in Suwanee

by Staff Reports
Business: Affordable Medicare Solutions Opened: April 1 (over 50 years of combined experience) Owner: Keith Nabb What: Medicare planning and education insurance agency representing all major insurers for Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D prescription plans....More

Always a Festival gallery opens

by Staff Reports
SUWANEE, Ga. – On May 11, Artistic Adventures, an 11-year-old fine art and pottery instruction facility in South Forsyth opened Always a Festival, 1581 James Burgess Road....More

Joint Commission names Northside Hospital-Forsyth Primary Stroke Center

by Staff Reports
CUMMING, Ga. – After undergoing an onsite evaluation and demonstrating compliance with nationally developed standards for stroke care, Northside Hospital-Forsyth was awarded a full two-year Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers by the Joint Commission....More
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Camera activist on Mayor Gravitt's quote

Dear Editor: Congratulations to the Appen Media Group for the commemoration of 30 years of "connecting our communities....More

Crabapple Fest taking vendor applications

Expanded festival takes over Crabapple Oct. 5

by Jonathan Copsey
MILTON, Ga. – The Crabapple Fest, Milton's long-running and popular art and antiques festival, is now accepting vendor applications for this year's Oct....More
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CDA’s Down Home Derby parties in the rain in Milton

Gala celebrates 45th year of helping children

by Hatcher Hurd
MILTON, Ga. – It may have been the 139th Run for the Roses at Churchill Downs May 5, but at In Your Dream Farm on Birmingham Highway, it was the Down Home Derby celebrating the 45th year of the Child Development Association....More

Stachowski named Parks Volunteer of the Year

HYA president also given Cregge Beard Service Award at surprise ceremony

by Jessa Pease
MILTON, Ga. — Scott Stachowski, president of the Hopewell Youth Association and vice-chairman of the Milton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, was named Parks Volunteer of the Year at a surprise ceremony in April during HYA's spring tournament kick-off....More
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Milton's Cohen named state Taekwondo champ

by Jonathan Copsey
MILTON, Ga. – Seven-year-old Maya Cohen of American Taekwondo Association (ATA) Karate Atlanta, trained by Showtime Martial Arts' Nate Andrade, has been named 8U state champion in three categories – creative forms, creative weapons and extreme martial arts (XMA) forms – and placed third in traditional forms, second in traditional weapons and fifth in sparring....More

Milton welcomes new board members

Signs with summer programs

by Will Houp
MILTON, Ga. – Several new faces will join Milton's Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals after the May 6 City Council meeting....More

Milton one of safest cities in country

Neighborhood Scout lists as 39

by Carolyn Aspenson
MILTON, Ga. -- Real Estate data company Neighborhood Scout listed Milton as the 39th safest city in the country....More

Children's Charities second annual Denim and Diamonds Benefit

Raised over $30K for autism detection at Children's Healthcare

by Staff Reports
MILTON, Ga. – On a cloudy Saturday evening in April at Shannondale Farms in Milton, Children's Charities hosted the Denim and Diamonds Benefit....More

Birmingham Brownies collect pencils for needy kids

by Jonathan Copsey
MILTON, Ga. – Birmingham Falls Elementary's third-grade Girl Scout Brownie Troop 12485 collected new pencils during the April School Spirit Day....More

Are you a veteran in Milton? Don't forget to register with the city

Markers to be placed week before ceremony

by Jonathan Copsey
MILTON, Ga. – The city of Milton will hold its sixth annual Memorial Day ceremony May 27, and in preparation is adding veterans into the city's registry of service men and women....More
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Crabapple Crossing celebrates 20 years with contest

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – Crabapple Crossing celebrated its 20th birthday Friday, April 19 with a special student-designed 20th birthday T-shirt....More
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Birmingham students get fire truck ride

Won trip home from school

MILTON, Ga. – Getting picked up from school is the norm these days....More
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Milton welcomes new hair salon

Veronica Stone Salon and Color Bar relocates in Milton

by Shauyan Saki
MILTON, Ga. – Veronica Stone's dream was to attract more Milton residents to her salon, and with her relocation she believes that she has done that....More
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Milton's Jones named Principal of Year

MHS head sits down with Milton Herald

by Jonathan Copsey
MILTON, Ga. – Milton High School is known for its success on many fronts....More
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Milton annual mini cheer camp July 8-12

by Jonathan Copsey
MILTON, Ga. – Milton High School cheerleaders will host their 13th annual mini cheer camp July 8-12 for cheerleaders in grades K-8, with over 200 campers expected to attend....More
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Former Atlanta Braves player coaches Milton Braves

by Jonathan Copsey
MILTON, Ga. – Former Major League Baseball and Atlanta Braves player Mark Wohlers provided pitching instruction to the Milton Braves 12U travel baseball team Feb....More
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