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Studio NV Salon opens in Alpharetta

Business: Studio NV Salon
Opened: May 2013
Owner: Jeff Ping
What: A premier Alpharetta salon where clients can enjoy botanical hair care products that respect the integrity of the hair, infusing it with the finest natural ingredients....More

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TopGolf swinging into Alpharetta

First big development on Westside Parkway

by Hatcher Hurd
ALPHARETTA, GA. – TopGolf will make golf-crazy North Fulton its first Georgia location and its 11th facility overall for a 65,000-square-foot golf and entertainment center located at 1050 Westside Parkway....More

Ga. 400, I-285 interchange gets bump from CID

Perimeter group raises $10.5 million for project

by Jonathan Copsey
ATLANTA – Commuters heading downtown will see their travel get worse before it gets much, much better....More

TAP Consulting launches new Co.

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — TAP Consulting Company, an Alpharetta-based company that specializes in providing sales training for small to mid-sized pharmaceutical and medical device companies, launched a new company....More
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Lanier president named top education leader

by Staff Reports
ATLANTA — The Atlanta Business Chronicle has named Lanier Technical College President Ray Perren as one of Atlanta's Top Leaders in Education....More
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Housing market bounces back

Area's real-estate sees recovery in 2013

by Christopher Freiberg
ATLANTA – After several years of inactivity, the real estate market is back on track with more listings and confident buyers....More

Labor commissioner says Ga. economy rebounding

Housing, Obamacare issues to tackle

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – Georgia is in a good position to rebound from the recession and is ready to add jobs....More

Tips for the job seekers

by Jonathan Copsey
Because the people listening to Ga....More
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Avalon announces more high-end tenants

Half loft-above-retail pre-leased

by Hatcher Hurd
ATLANTA – Avalon continues to stir interest as it adds more tenants for its $600 million project in Alpharetta....More
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Fitness Revolution's fitness challenge

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. — A Roswell-based personal training business is launching Burpees for a Cause in support of the Drake House....More
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Seven Seas holds celebration

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. —Ali Moradi and the staff at Seven Seas Mediterranean Café, 124 Devore Road in Alpharetta welcomed the Mayor, city and Greater North Fulton Chamber officials to its one-year celebration and official ribbon cutting....More

McKesson No. 1 ranked health IT company

4 NF health IT companies make top 100

by Staff Reports
ATLANTA– The Technology Association of Georgia announced that four North Fulton companies and five other Georgia-based companies were ranked among the Top 100 Healthcare IT companies in the nation according to Healthcare Informatics Magazine....More
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Cosmetic dentistry office has new hygienist

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Ana Castillo has joined the staff of Alpharetta Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, 30 Milton Avenue in Alpharetta....More

Sen. Shafer earns perfect legislative score

by Staff Reports
ATLANTA – The Georgia Chamber of Commerce has given Senate President Pro Tempore David Shafer (R-Duluth) the highest ranking on its annual legislative scorecard....More
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GNFCC meets Speaker, Price

GNFCC meet Boehner, Price in Washington Fly-in

by Staff Reports
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Delegates of the North Fulton CID and Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce Board met with congressional leaders in Washington, D....More
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Avalon announces more high-end tenants

Half loft-above-retail pre-leased

by Hatcher Hurd
ATLANTA – Avalon continues to stir interest as it adds more tenants for its $600 million project in Alpharetta....More

Local hospitals placed on honor roll

by Kathleen Sturgeon
ATLANTA – A handful of local hospitals were placed on the Georgia Hospital Association's honor roll....More
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Casino event benefits Drake House

Leadership North Fulton hosts June 15 fundraiser

by Jessa Pease
NORTH FULTON, Ga. — When a nasty storm ruined the Drake House's main fundraising event last month, a Leadership North Fulton team found the silver lining in blackjack, roulette and poker....More
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McKesson employees 'Walk and Roll'

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The corporate citizenship division of McKesson Corporation hosted a "Walk and Roll" event for employees and their families at the company's Windward Parkway office....More
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Advanced Disposal welcomes Mike Walker

ATLANTA — Advanced Disposal announced Mike Walker as district sales manager in the greater Atlanta marketplace....More
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L'Amore offers fashionable hair

by Aldo Nahed
Business: L'Amore Salon Opened: May 2013 Owners: Amber Brown and Debbie Rickett What: L'Amore Salon is an elegant, trendy, upscale hair salon, offering clients the perfect color, cut and more....More

Alpharetta city consultant says convention center viable

Venue, hotel would generate millions for city's economy

by Jonathan Copsey
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta is dipping its toes into the world of large conventions seeking interest in a public-private partnership for a large convention center....More

Wallace book a roadmap for elections

by Hatcher Hurd
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Former UPS executive Ron Wallace has written a book that serves as a guide to creating a campaign team, organizing volunteers and getting out the vote....More

BRIAN PATTON

SBA 504 Loans and Commercial Real Estate Could Be a Good Fit

by Brian Patton
The effects of the financial crisis of 2008-2009 rippled throughout the U....More

Craft beer for cool runners: Summer Break Craft Beer Festival joins Alpharetta 5k

by Christopher Freiberg
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The Alpharetta 5k Road Race is back this year June 22 with a new addition to liven the party....More

Patience can win in multiple-offer situations

by Bob Strader
There is no shortage of reporting on low home inventories and bidding wars across the country....More

Business Coach

Coach your sales team to deliver results

by Dick Jones
Is your sales team performing as well as you'd like? Are you helping them maximize their performance? Do you allocate enough of your time to actually make a difference in helping them sell more? Coaching your sales team is critical to helping them improve their performance....More
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Indiana homicide suspect arrested in Alpharetta

A suspect of homicide was arrested June 14 in Alpharetta

by Kathleen Sturgeon
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A man suspected of murder in Indiana was arrested and took into custody by the Alpharetta police June 14....More

Man, woman arrested with marijuana, meth in Alpharetta

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. –– Police arrested two people for alleged possession of methamphetamine and pot with the intent to distribute....More

Alleged shoplifters arrested at Alpharetta Dillards

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga.–– Police arrested Michael Jerome Coes, 44, and Antonio Smith, 30, both of Atlanta, May 29 at noon on charges of felony shoplifting and trespassing....More

Beware of work-from-home scams

Atlanta man sentenced for fraud

by Staff Reports
ATLANTA – Before you sign up for that so-good-it-can't-possibly-be-true work-from-home job, be wary....More

Man exposes self in public in Roswell

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. – A man exposed himself to a pedestrian May 18 near the Atlanta Hotel on Old Dogwood Road....More

Roswell driver arrested for DUI, refused to stop

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– Police arrested Kyle Wesley Brooks, 33, of Atlanta on charges of DUI and fleeing and attempting to elude....More

Heroin, marijuana, pills found on Roswell resident

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– Police were dispatched to Canton Street May 28 at 10:30 p....More

Roswell resident victim of ID theft

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– Police were dispatched to Sentinae Chase Drive in response to an identity fraud complaint May 17 at 9:24 a....More

Suspicious pair arrested after alarm in Roswell

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– Police arrested two individuals during a traffic stop May 18 at 1:13 a....More

Customer holds up Wendy's clerk in Roswell

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– The Wendy's restaurant on Holcomb Bridge Road was robbed at gunpoint May 27....More

A trip to the hospital leads to jail time in Roswell

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– Police were dispatched May 20 at 2:49 a....More

Roswell Waffle House robbed at gunpoint

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– Police were dispatched May 22 to the Waffle House on Mansell Road at 2:52 a....More

Shots fired at Alpharetta home

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta Police responded the night of May 20 to a report of shots fired on Lowe Lane....More

Find out how to make yourself scam-proof

Fulton hosts seminar at North Fulton Charities

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, GA. – Fulton County is hosting another information session that teaches citizens how to protect themselves against scams....More

Sheriff warns of rash in pool, clubhouse car break-ins

by Chris Freiberg
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office has recently responded to several incidents in pool and clubhouse parking lots in neighborhoods where vehicles have been entered into and items stolen....More
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Man wanted since 2009 caught in Calif.

by Aldo Nahed
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — A 42-year-old man wanted by the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office for escaping from the county during his trial on charges of child molestation and child cruelty was found and arrested in California....More
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RAY APPEN

Good bye Nathan — Remembering a kind, generous young man

by Ray Appen
I had to choose between doing something I love and something I don't care for today....More
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HATCHER HURD

When did Boy Scouting stop being about the boys?

by Hatcher Hurd
I remember my days in Scouting with a great deal of fondness and nostalgia....More

BRIAN PATTON

SBA 504 Loans and Commercial Real Estate Could Be a Good Fit

by Brian Patton
The effects of the financial crisis of 2008-2009 rippled throughout the U....More

Business Coach

Value of long-term business planning

by Dick Jones
Do you have a long-term plan for your small business? Have you looked over the horizon for the next 3 to 5 years and set some goals on what you want to accomplish? Most small business owners develop short-term plans to achieve financial goals, but fail to plan long term....More
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Aldo Nahed

Why being a journalist is a pretty cool gig

by Aldo Nahed
Journalists have a tough job. It's not all Clark Kent and Lois Lane stuff, and certainly it's not glamorous....More
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HATCHER HURD

The North Fulton Curmudgeon: Franklin's wit, wisdom fresh today

by Hatcher Hurd
A word of warning to those who look for those tame words usually found under the byline of that simpering editor....More

Divorce - Her Law

Your's, Mine and Ours... Who Gets What Property in a Divorce

by Karen Brown Williams
When parties decide to divorce, one of the main issues is property division....More

Patience can win in multiple-offer situations

by Bob Strader
There is no shortage of reporting on low home inventories and bidding wars across the country....More

Business Coach

Coach your sales team to deliver results

by Dick Jones
Is your sales team performing as well as you'd like? Are you helping them maximize their performance? Do you allocate enough of your time to actually make a difference in helping them sell more? Coaching your sales team is critical to helping them improve their performance....More
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RAY APPEN

Perdition and redemption: My week at Disney World

by Ray Appen
The first week after school let out, my wife and I – with a few other brave adults – went down to Disney World as chaperones of about 40 or so Milton theater students....More
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Jonathan Copsey

A community of writers

by Jonathan Copsey
A few weeks ago, I wrote an op-ed piece about the trials of writing a novel....More

New stadium a goal for Atlanta soccer

by James Carr
Arthur Blank's new stadium has caused quite the stir around the city and in the sports world....More
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HATCHER HURD

A remembrance: Gene Jones' garden: Where friends met

by Hatcher Hurd
Gene Jones was a friend of mine....More

Becoming a landlord – accidentally

by Bob Strader
With home inventory so low and buyers often fighting multiple offers, you would think that many more people would be putting their home on the market....More
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Casino event benefits Drake House

Leadership North Fulton hosts June 15 fundraiser

by Jessa Pease
NORTH FULTON, Ga. — When a nasty storm ruined the Drake House's main fundraising event last month, a Leadership North Fulton team found the silver lining in blackjack, roulette and poker....More

Varsity News

by Staff Reports
Duke University DURHAM, N.C. — Sarah Madeline Eade was named to the Dean's List with distinction at Duke University for the spring 2013 semester....More
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May student-athletes honored

by Staff Reports
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Two students were selected to be the Student-Athletes of the Month for May by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce....More
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Three AHS cheerleaders will now cheer on Bulldogs at UGA

by Hatcher Hurd
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Three young girlfriends first began to cheer together in the eighth grade and shared a dream to one day cheer in college....More
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Team Georgia wins Classic

by Kathleen Sturgeon
CONYERS, Ga. — The Team Georgia Baseball Academy 9U travel team won June 9 the USSSA Round Tripper Classic in Conyers....More
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Davenport signs letter of intent

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – Fellowship Christian School senior Chad Davenport signed a national letter of intent March 19 to play football at Wheaton College in Wheaton, Ill....More
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FCS lacrosse players make all-state team

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. – Fellowship Christian School juniors Taylor Cookston and Cameron Petrovich were selected to the First Team All-State Class A May 3....More
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Holcomb Bridge Model UN team tops conference

by Emme Raus
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Holcomb Bridge Middle School Model United Nations team competed at the Centennial High School Model United Nations Conference on March 22....More
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Manning second-grader first in Reflections – again

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – For the second year in a row, Alexander Kramer, a second-grade student at Manning Oaks Elementary, has won first place at the state level Reflections contest....More

RHS Athletic Hall of Fame established

by Jessa Pease
ROSWELL, Ga. — The newly established Roswell High School Athletic Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for its inaugural group of inductees who will be honored at a ceremony in October....More

Alpharetta boys compete in national tennis tournament

by Emme Raus
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Two boys from Alpharetta were selected to compete in one of the nation's largest youth tennis tournaments....More

Team Georgia wins Classic

by Kathleen Sturgeon
CONYERS, Ga. — The Team Georgia Baseball Academy 9U Travel team won June 9 the USSSA Round Tripper Classic in Conyers....More
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10u Alpharetta Fire win tourney

by Jonathan Copsey
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The 10U Alpharetta Fire Fastpitch Team won the USFA Georgia B State Tournament June 1-2 in Carrollton, Ga....More
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Roswell's Alford takes second in tourney

Hurricane Jr. Golf held in Tennessee

by Jonathan Copsey
SEVIERVILLE, Tenn. – The May 5 event in Hixson, Tenn....More
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Alpharetta Youth Baseball Association team takes home championship

by Shauyan Saki
ALPHARETTA, Ga. –– Wills Park was home to a baseball championship May 18....More

Schools address ways to keep kids safe during severe weather

'Safe rooms' not always feasible, say emergency planners

by Candy Waylock
FULTON COUNTY, Ga. – Deaths and injuries in school buildings during severe weather events are rare occurrences, according to emergency management officials....More
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Mustangs 12U fastpitch win Alpharetta tourney

by Jonathan Copsey
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – The Georgia Mustangs 12U Fast Pitch Team won their second tournament June 1, winning the CAM Alpharetta Slamfest in Alpharetta....More
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Northwind Gymnastics named Club of the Year

by Shauyan Saki
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Northwind Gymnastics has added another award to its stable....More

Area students named college-sponsored National Merit Scholars

by Staff Reports
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – The National Merit Scholarship Corporation has named 28 recent Fulton County graduates as college-sponsored National Merit Scholars, eligible for scholarships from participating colleges....More

Varsity News

by Staff Reports

Armstrong Atlantic State University

SAVANNAH, Ga....More

Buy a book, help a child

by Kathleen Sturgeon
ROSWELL, Ga. — Buying a book could help save a child at the Fostering Hope used book sale from noon to 4 p....More
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Lanier president named top education leader

by Staff Reports
ATLANTA — The Atlanta Business Chronicle has named Lanier Technical College President Ray Perren as one of Atlanta's Top Leaders in Education....More
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Alpharetta celebrates 20 years of Cubs at Wills Park

by Jonathan Copsey
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A week after sightings of a bear cub in Alpharetta generated concern and amusement, the city celebrated its partnership with a different kind of cub....More
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'One boy USO' gets brick in Walk of Memories

Legion honors 10-year-old

by Jessa Pease
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — One 10-year-old boy's efforts to show his dedication and support for the United States Military earned him a brick June 4 in the Walk of Veterans at American Legion Post 201....More
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Crowd trades Sunday worship for hunger relief

by Christopher Freiberg
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — More than 200 church members and visitors gathered at Midway United Methodist Church on Sunday morning, June 9 to help relieve hunger both locally and abroad....More

Find out how to make yourself scam-proof

Fulton hosts seminar at North Fulton Charities

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, GA. – Fulton County is hosting another information session that teaches citizens how to protect themselves against scams....More

North Fulton readies for elections

Many seats up for grabs

by Jonathan Copsey
NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The cities of North Fulton are already gearing up for the Nov....More

Beach to chair metro transportation committee

by Jonathan Copsey
ATLANTA – Sen. Brandon Beach (R-Alpharetta) has been selected to Chair the Senate Public Transportation in the Metropolitan Atlanta Region Study Committee....More

Roswell City Council, June 10

by Will Houp
ROSWELL, Ga. – Plans for a new development on Webb Street stirred up several Roswell citizens at the June 10 council meeting....More

Wallace book a roadmap for elections

by Hatcher Hurd
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Former UPS executive Ron Wallace has written a book that serves as a guide to creating a campaign team, organizing volunteers and getting out the vote....More
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Handel confident of Senate 'path to victory'

Sees advantage as Washington outsider

by Hatcher Hurd
This is part two of a question and answer session about Karen Handel ROSWELL, Ga....More

MARTA Ga. 400 expansion meeting CANCELED

by Jonathan Copsey
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA), in cooperation with its regional partners, is conducting the Ga....More

Alpharetta approves Webb Bridge development

9 homes created issues with Windward neighbors

by Jonathan Copsey
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta Council unanimously approved a contentious subdivision on Webb bridge Road at its June 10 meeting, after deferring the issue at the May 28 meeting....More

Military News

by Staff Reports

Yates, Hutchins and Scrimo graduate Marine training

PARRIS ISLAND, S....More

Wallace book a roadmap for elections

by Hatcher Hurd
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Former UPS executive Ron Wallace has written a book that serves as a guide to creating a campaign team, organizing volunteers and getting out the vote....More

Sheriff warns of rash in pool, clubhouse car break-ins

by Chris Freiberg
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office has recently responded to several incidents in pool and clubhouse parking lots in neighborhoods where vehicles have been entered into and items stolen....More
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Housing market bounces back

Area's real-estate sees recovery in 2013

by Christopher Freiberg
ATLANTA – After several years of inactivity, the real estate market is back on track with more listings and confident buyers....More

Labor commissioner says Ga. economy rebounding

Housing, Obamacare issues to tackle

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – Georgia is in a good position to rebound from the recession and is ready to add jobs....More

Tips for the job seekers

by Jonathan Copsey
Because the people listening to Ga....More
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Man wanted since 2009 caught in Calif.

by Aldo Nahed
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — A 42-year-old man wanted by the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office for escaping from the county during his trial on charges of child molestation and child cruelty was found and arrested in California....More
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Starbucks bans smoking 25 ft from stores

Some customers may ignore restriction

by Christopher Freiberg
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Coffee drinking smokers across the nation may have to take their drinks to go....More

UPDATED: Forsyth motorcyclist dies in crash with minivan

by Aldo Nahed
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A 23-year-old Cumming man was killed overnight June 11 after his motorcycle struck a minivan head-on on Ga....More
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Avalon announces more high-end tenants

Half loft-above-retail pre-leased

by Hatcher Hurd
ATLANTA – Avalon continues to stir interest as it adds more tenants for its $600 million project in Alpharetta....More

Man exposes self in public in Roswell

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. – A man exposed himself to a pedestrian May 18 near the Atlanta Hotel on Old Dogwood Road....More

Roswell driver arrested for DUI, refused to stop

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– Police arrested Kyle Wesley Brooks, 33, of Atlanta on charges of DUI and fleeing and attempting to elude....More

Heroin, marijuana, pills found on Roswell resident

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– Police were dispatched to Canton Street May 28 at 10:30 p....More

Roswell resident victim of ID theft

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– Police were dispatched to Sentinae Chase Drive in response to an identity fraud complaint May 17 at 9:24 a....More

Suspicious pair arrested after alarm in Roswell

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– Police arrested two individuals during a traffic stop May 18 at 1:13 a....More

Customer holds up Wendy's clerk in Roswell

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– The Wendy's restaurant on Holcomb Bridge Road was robbed at gunpoint May 27....More

A trip to the hospital leads to jail time in Roswell

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– Police were dispatched May 20 at 2:49 a....More

Roswell Waffle House robbed at gunpoint

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– Police were dispatched May 22 to the Waffle House on Mansell Road at 2:52 a....More

Sen. Shafer earns perfect legislative score

by Staff Reports
ATLANTA – The Georgia Chamber of Commerce has given Senate President Pro Tempore David Shafer (R-Duluth) the highest ranking on its annual legislative scorecard....More

Shots fired at Alpharetta home

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta Police responded the night of May 20 to a report of shots fired on Lowe Lane....More

The Chattahoochee River Race and Festival June 15

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– The Chattahoochee River Race and Festival is scheduled to take place on June 15....More

Alpharetta toughens massage ordinance

City wants crack down on prostitution

by Jessa Pease
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – It's a touchy subject, but Alpharetta City Council members took steps at the June 17 council meeting to more tightly restrict massage parlors in the city which can be a haven for prostitution....More
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Hopewell Jr. Beta raises $10,419 at Relay for Life

by Kathleen Sturgeon
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Hopewell Jr....More
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AHS senior Evan Trout signs with Chattahoochee Valley College

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta High School senior baseball player Evan Trout signed a letter of intent to continue his career at Chattahoochee Valley Community College in Phenix City, Ala....More
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Roswell cops pull over buffalo statue

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – This is no bull; it's actually a buffalo....More

Sheriff warns of rash in pool, clubhouse car break-ins

by Chris Freiberg
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office has recently responded to several incidents in pool and clubhouse parking lots in neighborhoods where vehicles have been entered into and items stolen....More
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Man wanted since 2009 caught in Calif.

by Aldo Nahed
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — A 42-year-old man wanted by the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office for escaping from the county during his trial on charges of child molestation and child cruelty was found and arrested in California....More
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Starbucks bans smoking 25 ft from stores

Some customers may ignore restriction

by Christopher Freiberg
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Coffee drinking smokers across the nation may have to take their drinks to go....More

UPDATED: Forsyth motorcyclist dies in crash with minivan

by Aldo Nahed
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A 23-year-old Cumming man was killed overnight June 11 after his motorcycle struck a minivan head-on on Ga....More
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Bulloch Hall whips up good time

Raises money for historic Carriage House

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – Roswell's finest came out June 8 to support the Bulloch Hall historic house....More

EDITORIAL: Defacing mosque shock to community

In North Fulton, there is quite a melting pot of races, ethnic backgrounds and immigrants....More
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Matilda's: local favorite for live concerts

Former art venue turns concert hall

by Kathleen Sturgeon
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Driving past the eclectic Alpharetta cottage at 377 South Main St....More
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Ham radio league holds Field Day

June 22 – 23 at Waller Park Ext.

by Jonathan Copsey
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – North Fulton Amateur Radio League (NFARL) will host its Field Day amateur radio demonstration event Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23 at Waller Park Extension, 160 Dobbs Drive in Roswell....More

Alpharetta city consultant says convention center viable

Venue, hotel would generate millions for city's economy

by Jonathan Copsey
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta is dipping its toes into the world of large conventions seeking interest in a public-private partnership for a large convention center....More

Ga. 400, I-285 interchange gets bump from CID

Perimeter group raises $10.5 million for project

by Jonathan Copsey
ATLANTA – Commuters heading downtown will see their travel get worse before it gets much, much better....More

5th annual We Will Not Forget Benefit Concert set

Foundation for orphans of soldiers get proceeds

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, GA. – Five-time Grammy Award winner B....More

Find out how to make yourself scam-proof

Fulton hosts seminar at North Fulton Charities

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, GA. – Fulton County is hosting another information session that teaches citizens how to protect themselves against scams....More

North Fulton readies for elections

Many seats up for grabs

by Jonathan Copsey
NORTH FULTON, Ga. — The cities of North Fulton are already gearing up for the Nov....More
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Housing market bounces back

Area's real-estate sees recovery in 2013

by Christopher Freiberg
ATLANTA – After several years of inactivity, the real estate market is back on track with more listings and confident buyers....More

Labor commissioner says Ga. economy rebounding

Housing, Obamacare issues to tackle

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – Georgia is in a good position to rebound from the recession and is ready to add jobs....More

Tips for the job seekers

by Jonathan Copsey
Because the people listening to Ga....More

MARTA Ga. 400 expansion meeting CANCELED

by Jonathan Copsey
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA), in cooperation with its regional partners, is conducting the Ga....More

Craft beer for cool runners: Summer Break Craft Beer Festival joins Alpharetta 5k

by Christopher Freiberg
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The Alpharetta 5k Road Race is back this year June 22 with a new addition to liven the party....More
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Avalon announces more high-end tenants

Half loft-above-retail pre-leased

by Hatcher Hurd
ATLANTA – Avalon continues to stir interest as it adds more tenants for its $600 million project in Alpharetta....More

Beware of work-from-home scams

Atlanta man sentenced for fraud

by Staff Reports
ATLANTA – Before you sign up for that so-good-it-can't-possibly-be-true work-from-home job, be wary....More

Patience can win in multiple-offer situations

by Bob Strader
There is no shortage of reporting on low home inventories and bidding wars across the country....More
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HATCHER HURD

A remembrance: Gene Jones' garden: Where friends met

by Hatcher Hurd
Gene Jones was a friend of mine....More
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RUMC salutes America with Sounds of the Spirit Concert

Tribute to U.S. military an annual favorite

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. – Roswell United Methodist Church's Sounds of the Spirit Concert Series will present the 32nd annual Roswell Patriotic Celebration Friday, June 28 and Sunday, June 30....More
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Moskowitz moves to NYC, leaves legacy behind

by Kathleen Sturgeon
ROSWELL, Ga. — The Roswell Cultural Arts Center is known for the performances put on there throughout the year, but it is also known for the people behind the scenes....More

Roswell adds special collection day for storm debris

Saturday collections begin June 15

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – The storm that moved through the Atlanta metro area last week resulted in downed trees, road closures and a significant amount of debris throughout the city of Roswell....More

Rise of economy leads to rise of pet adoptions

June 'Adopt a Cat' month

by Kathleen Sturgeon
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — If you're looking for a furry creature to call your own, now is the time to adopt an animal from a shelter....More
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Matilda's: local favorite for live concerts

Former art venue turns concert hall

by Kathleen Sturgeon
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Driving past the eclectic Alpharetta cottage at 377 South Main St....More
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Ham radio league holds Field Day

June 22 – 23 at Waller Park Ext.

by Jonathan Copsey
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – North Fulton Amateur Radio League (NFARL) will host its Field Day amateur radio demonstration event Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23 at Waller Park Extension, 160 Dobbs Drive in Roswell....More

Varsity News

by Staff Reports
University of South Carolina COLUMBIA, S....More
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Cop card program sponsored by Jr. Woman's Club

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – The Roswell Police Department was presented a check for $1,000 from the Roswell Junior Woman's Club (RJWC) to sponsor the police department's Officer Trading Card program....More
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Author collects for Soles4Souls

by Aldo Nahed
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Gail Heller was at the Alpharetta Farmers Market on June 15 promoting books, including "Seely's Shoes....More

Buy a book, help a child

by Kathleen Sturgeon
ROSWELL, Ga. — Buying a book could help save a child at the Fostering Hope used book sale from noon to 4 p....More
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11th annual River Race draws record crowds

by Shauyan Saki
ROSWELL, Ga. –– About 400 paddlers of all skill levels raced June 15 at the 11th annual Chattahoochee River Race and Festival....More

Atlanta Sports Hall of Fame coming to Roswell Arts Center

Five members to be inducted in HOF

by Shauyan Saki
ROSWELL, Ga.–– The Atlanta Sports Hall of Fame is coming to the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest Street, June 22....More
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Rotary Club of Alpharetta wins awards

Alpharetta chapter honored by international conference

by Jonathan Copsey
ALPHARETTA, Ga. –– The Rotary Club of Alpharetta attended the Rotary International Conference and brought back awards for their service and projects for the 2012-13 year....More

Alpharetta city consultant says convention center viable

Venue, hotel would generate millions for city's economy

by Jonathan Copsey
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Alpharetta is dipping its toes into the world of large conventions seeking interest in a public-private partnership for a large convention center....More

5th annual We Will Not Forget Benefit Concert set

Foundation for orphans of soldiers get proceeds

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, GA. – Five-time Grammy Award winner B....More

Wallace book a roadmap for elections

by Hatcher Hurd
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Former UPS executive Ron Wallace has written a book that serves as a guide to creating a campaign team, organizing volunteers and getting out the vote....More
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Eagle Scouts honored for community service

by Staff Reports
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – The latest Eagle Scouts of the Chattahoochee District who completed their Boards of Review for the rank of Eagle Scout May 23 have been inducted by district examiners....More
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Crowd trades Sunday worship for hunger relief

by Christopher Freiberg
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — More than 200 church members and visitors gathered at Midway United Methodist Church on Sunday morning, June 9 to help relieve hunger both locally and abroad....More

The Chattahoochee River Race and Festival June 15

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. –– The Chattahoochee River Race and Festival is scheduled to take place on June 15....More

Ryland Homes

Ryland Homes has been building for more than 45 years and is one of the nation's largest homebuilders....More

It's a Sellers Market! Not so fast.

Time for sellers to celebrate, home prices are up and inventory is down....More

How landscaping can impact home values

by Jody White
Curb appeal is essential when selling a home....More
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Alpharetta celebrates 20 years of Cubs at Wills Park

by Jonathan Copsey
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A week after sightings of a bear cub in Alpharetta generated concern and amusement, the city celebrated its partnership with a different kind of cub....More
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Roswell rocks out at Riverside

Monthly events draw large crowds

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – Roswell's Riverside Park is the place to be to rock out every month along the Chattahoochee River....More
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'One boy USO' gets brick in Walk of Memories

Legion honors 10-year-old

by Jessa Pease
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — One 10-year-old boy's efforts to show his dedication and support for the United States Military earned him a brick June 4 in the Walk of Veterans at American Legion Post 201....More

Craft beer for cool runners: Summer Break Craft Beer Festival joins Alpharetta 5k

by Christopher Freiberg
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – The Alpharetta 5k Road Race is back this year June 22 with a new addition to liven the party....More
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Roswell resident pens novel

Civil war 'invalid corps' forgotten unit

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – The Civil War was a bloody series of engagements, and left thousands of men dead or wounded....More
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Alpharetta wants to 'Keep It Local'

Boost local businesses, shop, eat, play in city

by Kathleen Sturgeon
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The recent "Eat, Shop, Love, Enjoy and Play" banners all around Downtown Alpharetta are a result of the new Keep It Local campaign....More
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Bennett, Summerland Tour wow Verizon

by Jonathan Copsey
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Tony Bennett and Jackie Evancho performed at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park May 31....More

Is the Ga. Chamber pro-business?

Dear Editor: The Georgia Chamber issued a scorecard a few weeks back giving grades to legislators for votes they perceive as pro-business....More
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Three AHS cheerleaders will now cheer on Bulldogs at UGA

by Hatcher Hurd
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Three young girlfriends first began to cheer together in the eighth grade and shared a dream to one day cheer in college....More
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Roswell cops pull over buffalo statue

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – This is no bull; it's actually a buffalo....More
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Studio NV Salon opens in Alpharetta

Business: Studio NV Salon
Opened: May 2013
Owner: Jeff Ping
What: A premier Alpharetta salon where clients can enjoy botanical hair care products that respect the integrity of the hair, infusing it with the finest natural ingredients....More

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TopGolf swinging into Alpharetta

First big development on Westside Parkway

by Hatcher Hurd
ALPHARETTA, GA. – TopGolf will make golf-crazy North Fulton its first Georgia location and its 11th facility overall for a 65,000-square-foot golf and entertainment center located at 1050 Westside Parkway....More

Ga. 400, I-285 interchange gets bump from CID

Perimeter group raises $10.5 million for project

by Jonathan Copsey
ATLANTA – Commuters heading downtown will see their travel get worse before it gets much, much better....More

TAP Consulting launches new Co.

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — TAP Consulting Company, an Alpharetta-based company that specializes in providing sales training for small to mid-sized pharmaceutical and medical device companies, launched a new company....More

BRIAN PATTON

SBA 504 Loans and Commercial Real Estate Could Be a Good Fit

by Brian Patton
The effects of the financial crisis of 2008-2009 rippled throughout the U....More
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Bulloch Hall whips up good time

Raises money for historic Carriage House

by Jonathan Copsey
ROSWELL, Ga. – Roswell's finest came out June 8 to support the Bulloch Hall historic house....More
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Aldo Nahed

Why being a journalist is a pretty cool gig

by Aldo Nahed
Journalists have a tough job. It's not all Clark Kent and Lois Lane stuff, and certainly it's not glamorous....More
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HATCHER HURD

The North Fulton Curmudgeon: Franklin's wit, wisdom fresh today

by Hatcher Hurd
A word of warning to those who look for those tame words usually found under the byline of that simpering editor....More
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Fitness Revolution's fitness challenge

by Staff Reports
ROSWELL, Ga. — A Roswell-based personal training business is launching Burpees for a Cause in support of the Drake House....More
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Seven Seas holds celebration

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. —Ali Moradi and the staff at Seven Seas Mediterranean Café, 124 Devore Road in Alpharetta welcomed the Mayor, city and Greater North Fulton Chamber officials to its one-year celebration and official ribbon cutting....More

McKesson No. 1 ranked health IT company

4 NF health IT companies make top 100

by Staff Reports
ATLANTA– The Technology Association of Georgia announced that four North Fulton companies and five other Georgia-based companies were ranked among the Top 100 Healthcare IT companies in the nation according to Healthcare Informatics Magazine....More
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Cosmetic dentistry office has new hygienist

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Ana Castillo has joined the staff of Alpharetta Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, 30 Milton Avenue in Alpharetta....More
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GNFCC meets Speaker, Price

GNFCC meet Boehner, Price in Washington Fly-in

by Staff Reports
NORTH FULTON, Ga. – Delegates of the North Fulton CID and Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce Board met with congressional leaders in Washington, D....More

Local hospitals placed on honor roll

by Kathleen Sturgeon
ATLANTA – A handful of local hospitals were placed on the Georgia Hospital Association's honor roll....More

Business Coach

Coach your sales team to deliver results

by Dick Jones
Is your sales team performing as well as you'd like? Are you helping them maximize their performance? Do you allocate enough of your time to actually make a difference in helping them sell more? Coaching your sales team is critical to helping them improve their performance....More
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HATCHER HURD

A remembrance: Gene Jones' garden: Where friends met

by Hatcher Hurd
Gene Jones was a friend of mine....More

EDITORIAL: Defacing mosque shock to community

In North Fulton, there is quite a melting pot of races, ethnic backgrounds and immigrants....More
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Casino event benefits Drake House

Leadership North Fulton hosts June 15 fundraiser

by Jessa Pease
NORTH FULTON, Ga. — When a nasty storm ruined the Drake House's main fundraising event last month, a Leadership North Fulton team found the silver lining in blackjack, roulette and poker....More
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McKesson employees 'Walk and Roll'

by Staff Reports
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The corporate citizenship division of McKesson Corporation hosted a "Walk and Roll" event for employees and their families at the company's Windward Parkway office....More
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Advanced Disposal welcomes Mike Walker

ATLANTA — Advanced Disposal announced Mike Walker as district sales manager in the greater Atlanta marketplace....More
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L'Amore offers fashionable hair

by Aldo Nahed
Business: L'Amore Salon Opened: May 2013 Owners: Amber Brown and Debbie Rickett What: L'Amore Salon is an elegant, trendy, upscale hair salon, offering clients the perfect color, cut and more....More

by Betty Price
Preventing skin cancer Now that summer is upon us, it's the perfect time to focus on sun safety and skin cancer prevention....More

McKesson No. 1 ranked health IT company

4 NF health IT companies make top 100

by Staff Reports
ATLANTA– The Technology Association of Georgia announced that four North Fulton companies and five other Georgia-based companies were ranked among the Top 100 Healthcare IT companies in the nation according to Healthcare Informatics Magazine....More

Local hospitals placed on honor roll

by Kathleen Sturgeon
ATLANTA – A handful of local hospitals were placed on the Georgia Hospital Association's honor roll....More
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