COBB
Schools on lockdown after nearby store robbery
Two Marietta schools were briefly put on lockdown Thursday morning after the armed robbery of a nearby store.
The lockdowns at Marietta High School and A.L. Burruss Elementary School had been lifted by about 9:20 a.m., Marietta police told Channel 2 Action News.
The schools were locked down after two suspects robbed a nearby Rite Aid store with a shotgun, according to police.
Mike Morris
Youth Business Expo Saturday in Austell
A Youth Business Expo will be 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the South Cobb Recreation Center, 875 Six Flags Drive SW, Austell.
Children, ages 7 to 17, will be selling products and services to learn about business.
Sponsors are the recreation center and Divas and Youth of Atlanta, LLC.
Free.
Information: divas-youthinbusiness.org or 1-866-300-8734.
Carolyn Cunningham for the AJC
Free paper shredding, shoe collecting
Keep Powder Springs Beautiful and Iron Mountain will host free on-site paper shredding 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at Powder Springs City Hall, 4484 Marietta St.
Also, gently-worn shoes, that should be bound by rubber bands, will be collected.
Information: cityofpowdersprings.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=265.
Carolyn Cunningham for the AJC
Dinner gala to benefit Families First
Dining for a Difference, to benefit the nonprofit, Families First, is 6 p.m. Wednesday at the Intercontinental Buckhead Hotel, 3315 Peachtree Road NE.
Playwright Pearl Cleage will present poetry that she created for this event. Scholarships will also be presented to five metro students, who will share their stories with the audience.
Information: www.familiesfirst.org/get-involved/T64-dining-for-a-difference or 404-853-2810.
Kent A. Miles for the AJC
Amphitheater seeks opening acts, help
Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre, 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton, is looking for volunteers to serve as ushers, ticket takers, crowd control, stage technicians and even as opening acts for concerts and events.
Usher training classes will be from 10 to 11:30 a.m. April 5 and May 3.
Information: mablehouse.org, MHBA@cobbcounty.org or Robby Edwards, 770-819-2943.
Carolyn Cunningham for the AJC
Sorority chapter to sponsor teen forum
The Marietta-Roswell alumni chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. is hosting a teen forum 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Lovett School, 4075 Paces Ferry Road.
This day of educational workshops will focus on boosting teens’ self-confidence and helping them with interpersonal skills and career development. The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required by March 7.
Information: dstmrac.com or teenforum@dstmrac.com
Kent A. Miles for the AJC
GWINNETT
Hitachi Power Tools moves HQ to Braselton
Hitachi Power Tools will relocate US headquarters from Norcross to Braselton by late fall 2014. The company plans to consolidate warehouses on the East Coast, improve workplace efficiency and prepare for growth. The 540,000-square foot facility in Braselton offers a cross dock facility with accessibility Interestate 85 and newly rerouted State Route 124. The location is expected to maximize warehousing efficiency and provide the over 100 current Hitachi employees with a professional work environment. Information: www.braselton.net or www.hitachipowertools.com. Karen Huppertz for the AJC
Lilburn seeking code enforcement officer
Lilburn is accepting applications for a Code Enforcement Officer to perform independent field investigations to determine compliance with codes and ordinances, issue notices, citations and prepare reports of findings. Position reports to the Lilburn City Planner. Information: www.cityoflilburn.com.
Karen Huppertz for the AJC
Winder fighting rabies outbreak
Barrow County Animal Control found a rabid racoon on March 3 in the area of Meadowbrook Drive and another on March 5 in the area of Hidden Court.
If you or your child have been bitten or scratched by any domestic or wildlife animal and the skin is broken call Barrow County Animal Control at 770-307-3012. Information: www.cityofwinder.com.
Karen Huppertz for the AJC
Blood collection drive in Snellville
The St. Oliver Plunkett Council of the Knights of Columbus will hold a Red Cross-sponsored blood collection drive at 8 a.m. Sunday in the family center of St. Oliver’s Catholic Church, 3200 Brooks Drive, Snellville.
Individuals who are at least 17 and in generally good health are welcome to donate.
Information: paulruder@comcast.net or www.redcrossblood.org
Kent A. Miles for the AJC
Police Department to host job fair
The Gwinnett County Police Department will host a job fair for police officer and E-911 communicationsofficer 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdayat the Gwinnett County Police Training Center, 854 Winder Highway, Lawrenceville.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online before attending the fair at www.gwinnettpolicejobs.com. Candidates unable to attend the job fair, are still encouraged to apply online. Karen Huppertz for the AJC
Student group places in competition
The Lilburn Police Department Explorers traveled to Gatlinburg, Tenn. Feb. 7-8 for the annual Winterfest competition. The group placed second in the Felony Stops category out of 24 teams and fourth in the Active Shooter category out of 29 teams.
Law Enforcement Exploring is a worksite-based program for young men and women ages 14-21. Exploring is governed by Learning for Life, which is a division of the Boy Scouts of America. Photos:
Karen Huppertz for the AJC
NORTHSIDE
Nesbit Ferry Road resurfacing scheduled
The Roswell Department of Transportation will begin resurfacing of Nesbit Ferry Road, from Holcomb Bridge Road to the city limits just north of Scott Road, on Monday.
The resurfacing project will pave up to 2.1 miles.
Information: www.roswellgov.com/conezone
Kent A. Miles for the AJC
Forsyth pet rescue group gets new leader
The Humane Society of Forsyth County is under new leadership. Former president Lance White left Monday, to become chief executive officer of Angels Among us Pet Rescue, an Alpharetta-based animal rescue group. Mark Schullstrom, who served as vice president of the Forsyth society for the past two years, has been named the new president. The non-profit volunteer group operates a no-kill shelter near Cumming.
Mark Woolsey for the AJC
Woodstock to test fire hydrants
Woodstock Fire Department plans fire hydrant maintenance Monday through April 30. Residents may notice some water discoloration from sediment stirred up. The city says the cloudy water isn’t a health hazard, but may stain light-colored clothing. Eliminate the problem by running water until it clears. Information: 770-926-2896. Mark Woolsey for the AJC
Cherokee cities make home ownership list
Woodstock ranks high in a study by consumer research firm NerdWallet looking at best places to own a home in Georgia. Of the 68 cities with more than 15,000 residents Woodstock ranked fourth with a home ownership rate of 71.5 percent, with residents spending a monthly average of 27.4 percent of income on homeownership costs. Nearby Canton was at number 16.
Mark Woolsey for the AJC
Forsyth sets summer camp registration
Forsyth County Parks and Recreation says registration for 2014 summer camps will open Saturday. A variety of day, sport and specialty camps will be offered to youngsters throughout June and July, including several weeklong themed day camps for kids ages 6-10 at Central, Fowler and Old Atlanta parks and Safety Town camps for youngsters ages 4-6. For more information: 770-781-2215. To register: forsythco.com/parks or in person at the county’s three recreation centers.
Mark Woolsey for the AJC
Roswell Beer Festival this weekend
The second annual Roswell Beer Festival kicks off at 2 p.m. SaturdayMarch 15 at historic Roswell Square.
Tickets for the event, featuring live music, local restaurants and over 150 craft beers, are $45 in advance, $50 at the door. Guests must be at least 21 to attend this event. Proceeds will benefit the STAR House Foundation, a nonprofit organization serving Roswell’s youth.
Information: www.roswellbeerfestival.com
Kent A. Miles for the AJC
ATLANTA
UNCF Evening of Stars leaving LA for ATL
The United Negro College Fund’s annual celebrity-studded “Evening of Stars” is coming to Atlanta.
Officials from Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed’s administration joined UNCF officials this week to announce the 35th annual philanthropic event is moving from Los Angeles to Atlanta and will be held April 6 at the Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center.
“Evening of Stars” culminates a weekend of events supporting the fund.
Information: www.uncf.org/sites/aeos. Katie Leslie
Diabetes awareness program next week
The community education program “Community Resources to Prevent Diabetes and Its Complications” is 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Dogwood Branch Library, 1838 Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway NW.
The program sponsored by the Diabetes Community Action Coalition of Fulton County and the Ruby A. Neeson Diabetes Awareness Foundation will include a special showing of “The Debilitator,” a local-produced 30-minute film.
Free.
Information: 740-807-1054.
Arlinda Smith Broady
‘Bearing Witness’ at Breman Museum
Manuela Mendels Bornstein will tell the story of how she survived the Holocaust at 2 p.m. Sunday at the William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum, The Selig Center, 1440 Spring St. NW at 18th Street.
A part of the “Bearing Witness” series, her story honors the “conspiracy of goodness” that saved the Jewish people in Vichy, France, including neighbors, friends, villagers and members of the Resistance - all who never revealed their whereabouts despite great danger to themselves.
Costs: $12, adults; $8, seniors; $6, students or educators; free, museum members.
Reservations: thebreman.org/events-n-programs/index.html or 678-222-3700. Carolyn Cunningham for the AJC
DEKALB
Wilson to run for state superintendent
Former Decatur School Board member Valarie Wilson is one of six Democrats qualifying for the May 20 primary for state school superintendent. Her predominant concerns include reversing a “lack of state funding” to local districts and her stance on anti-privatization, saying that “I believe public education is the cornerstone of our democracy.” Wilson served on the Decatur board from 2002-2013 and was chairman 2005-11. She’s been Executive Director of the Atlanta BeltLine Partnership since 2007.
Bill Banks for the AJC
Civil rights figures to speak at high school
Two storied figures in the history of civil rights — Andrew Young and Carolyn McKinstry — will speak at Chamblee Charter High School, 3688 Chamblee Dunwoody Road 6 p.m. Tuesday.
Young, who was a Congressman, Atlanta mayor, United Nations ambassador and executive director of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, will share the podium with McKinstry, who as a teenager survived the 1963 Birmingham church bombing that killed four girls and was hosed by firemen during marches.
The event is open to the public.
Ty Tagami
Forum to focus on Internet safety
A forum on Internet safety will take place at 6 p.m. Thursday in the community room of the DeKalb County Police Department’s South precinct, 2842 H.F. Shepherd Drive, Decatur. The event is free and open to the public.
Hosted by DeKalb Superior Court Clerk Debra DeBerry, the forum will address topics including cyberbullying prevention, inappropriate online conversations and habits such as “sexting”, and Internet safety issues that impact youth. Middle school and high school students are strongly encouraged to attend with their parents.
Information: dkennon@dekalbcountyga.gov or 404-687-3590.
Kent A. Miles for the AJC
DeKalb officials to help deliver senior meals
Three DeKalb County commissioners will help prepare and deliver meals through Senior Connections during the nonprofits annual March for Meals event.
Other officials are encouraged to join the effort, designed to draw attention to the 560,000 meals the group delivers every year to needy seniors in DeKalb and Fulton counties.
More information: www.marchformeals.com.
April Hunt
County launches Smart911 service
DeKalb County has launched a new emergency service system that includes additional information to help responders during a crisis.
The Smart911 system will include information about how many people live in homes or medical conditions of occupants.
Residents can volunteer the information in a profile at www.Smart911.com. April Hunt
DeKalb offering electronics recycling
DeKalb County’s sanitation department will offer electronics recycling on Saturday in Chamblee.
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the department’s north lot, 2315 Chamblee-Tucker Road.
Accepted items include desktop computers, microwaves and stereo equipment.
Televisions will be accepted for a small fee. April Hunt
SOUTHSIDE
Patrick Henry statue dedication March 29
Henry County will dedicated a statue of the Revolutionary War patriot for which it was named 2 p.m. March 29 in the front of the courthouse in McDonough square. The commemoration comes nearly 193 years after the county was founded. The life-size bronze sculpture, cast in the pose of Henry’s famous “Give me liberty or Give me death” speech, is the creation of McDonough resident Andy Davis. There are no other known sculptures of Patrick Henry. The sculpture was two years in the making and was paid for with private donations totaling nearly $100,000. Tammy Joyner
Cherry to speak at Henry meeting
Pedro Cherry, vice president of community and economic development for Georgia Power, is the guest speaker for this month’s meeting of the Henry Council for Quality Growth at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 13, at Eagle’s Landing Country Club in Stockbridge. Tickets are $25 for members and $35 for non-members. To register: info@hcfqg.com. Information: www.hcfqg.com.
Monroe Roark for the AJC
Missing Forest Park man found overnight
A Mattie’s Call issued for Phillip A. Holmes, 64, of Forest Park Wednesday was canceled after the who has Alzheimer’s disease, was found. Holmes was reported missing from the 4700 block of Waldrop Drive, but had been located by 1:15 a.m. Thursday. Staff
Pillars Luncheon to benefit Clayton clinic
The Pillars Luncheon honoring individuals who commit their time and energy to serving the Clayton County community will take place at noon Thursday at Morrow Center, 1180 Southlake Circle, Suite 100, Morrow.
The Morrow Business and Tourism Association and Good Shepherd Clinic is hosting the event, which is a fund-raiser for the Clayton County clinic that provides primary medical care to those with limited financial means. Tickets are $25.
Information: www.godshep.org
Kent A. Miles for the AJC
McDonough Recycling Day set for March 22
McDonough will host its annual Community Recycling Day on March 22. Paper rubbish, technological trash and other disposable items will be collected from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Items should be delivered to the parking lot of Henry County High School and the Performing Arts Center. Electronics such as CRT monitors and televisions will be collected for a fee ranging from $5 to $25.
Console TVs, washers and dryers, ovens, freezers, household trash and tires will not be accepted. Tammy Joyner
Gardening expert to speak in Fayetteville
“The Lawn and Garden Show” host Walter Reeves will appear at the Fayette County Public Library, 1821 Heritage Park Way, Fayetteville, 11 a.m. March 18. The event is free and open to the public.
Reeves will talk about useful tools for gardening. His radio show airs Saturday mornings on 95.5 FM, News Talk WSB. He also writes a column on gardening matters and hosts a program on Georgia Public Television. Information: www.walterreeves.com. Kent A. Miles for the AJC
