COBB
Marietta cancels Milo’s business license
Marietta has cancelled the business license of Milo’s Bar and Grill, 11 Garrison Road, after 49 incidents there in three years. That number includes 14 acts of violence including the murder of Tekilum Terrell on April 7, 2013 and a gun battle in the parking lot two weeks ago. A notice was sent to Quantria Barnes, the most recent business license owner, to close the bar by midnight March 31. Tucker McQueen for the AJC
School board member to resign
Marietta City school board member Brett Bittner will resign April 30 after accepting a marketing job in Indianapolis. Bittner was elected to the Ward 1 post in a special election in 2012 and reelected to a four-year term that started in January. The Cobb Board of Elections will hold a special election, probably in November, to fill his post.Tucker McQueen
Basketball fundraiser Saturday
The Don’t Be a Bully Foundation will host its first annual DBAB All-Star Anti-Bullying Basketball Classic Fundraiser from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday at the South Cobb Recreation Center, 875 Six Flags Drive, Austell.
There also will be speakers David and Tina Long, whose son Tyler died from bullying, YouTube comedians Emmanuel and Phillip Hudson, vendors, a dj, youth performances by local artists, audience games, giveaways and concessions.
Information: Kim or Terry Davis, 404-542-1565 or 678-938-9527, dontbeabully.org, everythingstartswith1.org.
Carolyn Cunningham for the AJC
Meals-on-a-budget series begins Monday
A free six-week program on preparing healthy, tasty meals on a limited budget will begin 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday at South Cobb Regional Library, 805 Clay Road, Mableton.
Participants will also be taught how to prepare meals in minutes.
Information: csrees.usda.gov/nea/food/efnep/efnep.html, Jo Lahmon, lahmonj@cobbcat.org or 678-398-5831.Carolyn Cunningham
Farmers market opens Saturday, Sunday
The Marietta Square Farmers Market starts its spring and summer season 9 a.m.-noon Saturday on North Park Square between Shillings Restaurant and the Earl Smith Strand Theatre.
The market will also open noon-3 p.m. Sunday on Mill Street between Church Street and the railroad tracks off the Marietta Square.
More than 65 vendors Saturdays and 30 Sundays will sell fruits, vegetables and artisan foods.
Information:www.mariettasquarefarmersmarket.net. Tucker McQueen for the AJC
Resume workshop for teens Thursday
A resume workshop for teens will be 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday at the South Cobb Regional Library, 805 Clay Road, Mableton.
Free.
Information: Jo Lahmon, lahmonj@cobbcat.org or 678-398-5831. Carolyn Cunningham for the AJC
GWINNETT
Program supports electronics training
Atlanta CareerRise has awarded $63,000 to the Electronics Workforce Alliance, a partnership of employers, education and training providers in the electronic soldering, assembly and repair industry. Besides training unskilled workers, existing employees will be eligible for additional training and credentials leading to promotions and wage increases. The project is projected to provide multiple credentials to at least 24 individuals and ESL classes to another 24 individuals. Information: www.partnershipgwinnett.com. Karen Huppertz for the AJC
Snellville camera to aid public works
Snellville has purchased a pole camera so the public works department may view underground pipes. The $15,225 tool will allow inspectors to see a greater distance in the pipe when assessing for conditions, achieve inspections without additional staff and ensure staff safety.
Karen Huppertz for the AJC
Suwanee Day to become two-day event
After 30 years, Suwanee Day is being rebranded as Suwanee Fest and will be celebrated Sept. 20 and 21 at Town Center Park. Applications are now being accepted for exhibitors, who will be selected through a jury process. Food vendors and entertainment applications also being accepted. Guidelines and applications: www.suwaneefest.com. Deadline: June 1. Karen Huppertz for the AJC
Snellville officer honored by Chamber
Officer Jennifer ‘Rain’ Nieddu of the Snellville Police Department has been named Public Safety Person of the Year at the Gwinnett Chamber Valor Awards. During her first full year as a Special Operations Officer Nieddu made 374 arrests including 22 felony drug arrests, 83 misdemeanor drug arrests and the apprehension of 31 fugitives. Nieddu stopped 1,068 vehicles for traffic infractions, issued 1,973 citations and handled 1,986 calls for service. In addition, her peers have voted Nieddu as Snellville Police Officer of the Year two years in a row. Nieddu’s award comes on the heels of Capt. Greg Perry being named Veteran of Foreign Wars’ Officer of the Year. Information: www.valorawards.com.
Karen Huppertz for the AJC
Farmers’ Market seeks performers
The Snellville farmer’s market, which takes place each Saturday beginning June 7 on the Town Green across from City Hall, is recruiting entertainers to perform at the weekly event. All performances and lyrics must be family friendly and both individual performers and bands cannot use sound amplification that will hinder vendors’ ability to communicate with customers. Information and to apply: snellvillefarmersmarket@gmail.com.
Karen Huppertz for the AJC
Artists invited to paint scenes at area parks
The Gwinnett Parks Foundation invites artists to paint outdoor scenes at four area parks 9 a.m. to sunset beginning April 5.
Information: 770-822-8840.
Karen Huppertz for the AJC
NORTHSIDE
Forsyth deputies seek dressing room peeper
Forsyth County officials seek a man accused of peeping into the women’s dressing room at Belk inside Lakeland Plaza in Cumming on Saturday.
The suspect is described as being in his mid- to late 30s, 6 feet to 6 feet, 2 inches tall and weighing about 200 pounds. He has short brown hair, and was wearing blue jeans with torn pockets, flip flops, a dark “Bulldogs” hooded sweatshirt and a blue bandanna. Anyone who recognizes the suspect is asked to call Det. Tyler Sexton at 770-886-2800, ext. 3323. Staff
Johns Creek woman dies in single-car crash
A Johns Creek woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash on Ga. Hwy. 400 in Forsyth County Monday night.
Eden Sara Hersh, 50, of Johns Creek was traveling southbound on Ga. 400, just north of the McFarland Boulevard exit, around 8:15 p.m. when her Honda Pilot left the roadway and struck a concrete pole.
Hersh died from the injuries shortly after she was transported to North Fulton Hospital in Roswell. Hersh was alone in the vehicle. No other vehicles were involved.Fran Jeffries
11th district candidates to debate
The Young Republican clubs of Georgia’s 11th Congressional District and the district Republican committee will hold a debate among 11th district U.S. House candidates 7 p.m. Saturday at the Cobb Galleria Centre. Free and open to the public.
Mark Woolsey for the AJC
Cherokee Historic Awards presented
The Cherokee County Historical Society recently honored: The McCanless Park Scout Hut, built around 1940; The Fackler-Hendrix home (1923) and the R and M Hoagie Shop (prior to 1918), all of which have been renovated true to their historic integrity. The fourth is the Ball Ground City Gym (1948-49). The group also honored Karen Smithwick and Jennifer Bagwell as volunteers of the year. Mark Woolsey for the AJC
Alpharetta to host food truck event
Alpharetta offficials are inviting you to feast on the street with their weekly Alpharetta Food Truck Alley.
It kicks off 5-9 p.m. April 17 on Old Roswell Street downtown, and will continue each Thursday through Oct. 23. Six to eight rotating food trucks and live music will be featured each week.
Information: awesomealpharetta.com
Mark Woolsey for the AJC
Forsyth county offerig fire camps
Forsyth County youngsters interested in learning what it takes to be a firefighter can sign up for a free week-long summer camp program.
The Junior Fire Academy for incoming seventh and eighth grade students will be held 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. July 28-Aug.1 at Forsyth County Fire Department Headquarters, 3520 Settingdown Road, Cumming. In addition, kids who have attended a prior camp can take part in a special two-day fire junior academy July 22-23.
Applications must be completed by May 16.
Information: forsythco.com
Mark Woolsey for theAJC
ATLANTA
University presidents discuss higher ed
Five presidents from Atlanta area colleges and universities will discuss the evolution of higher education’s role in society during a lecture 6:30 p.m. today at Emory University’s Cannon Chapel.
The “Higher Education and the Evolving Social Contract” will feature James Wagner, Emory’s president; Elizabeth Kiss, president of Agnes Scott College; G.P. “Bud” Peterson, president of Georgia Tech; Mark Becker, president of Georgia State University; and John Wilson Jr., president of Morehouse College.
The discussion will be moderated by Brendan Ozawa-de Silva, a research fellow for the Emory-Tibet Partnership and religious life scholar at Emory.
The event is free and open to the public. Janel Davis
Leaders to host crime forum
Several Atlanta and Fulton County leaders are hosting a forum on crime and violence in the area 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. today at Atlanta Metropolitan State College, 1630 Metropolitan Parkway. Fulton County Commission Chairman John H. Eaves, along with police, court and Atlanta officials, are meeting with the public to discuss their concerns and solutions. Officials include Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard, Superior Court Chief Judge Gail Tusan, Fulton Juvenile Court Chief Judge Bradley Boyd, Fulton County State Court Judge Jane Morrison, Magistrate Chief Judge Stephanie Davis, Magistrate Court Judge Warren Atkinson, Atlanta City Council President Ceasar Mitchell, Atlanta Police Department Chief Ernest Finley and Atlanta Metropolitan State College President Dr. Gary McGaha.
Iinformation: 404-612-8238.
Katie Leslie
Urban League hosts loan workshop
The Urban League of Greater Atlanta is sponsoring a loan modification workshop for homeowners at 10 a.m. SaturdayApril 5 at 229 Peachtree St., Suite 300.
The workshop is free and open to the public. Registration is recommended.
Information: ulgatl.org or 404-659-1150. Kent A. Miles
DEKALB
Decatur annexes small properties
Decatur’s commission approved annexing seven homes on Conway Road in southeast Decatur and a parcel property on East Parkwood west of the city, previously half in Decatur and half in DeKalb County. The annexations become official June 1.
These are separate from the petition for a larger annexation of 76 homes (and potentially 10 new students in the school system) in the Parkwood neighborhood, which the commission will likely vote on later this spring. Bill Banks for the AJC
South DeKalb community group meets
The South DeKalb Improvement Association will hold a public meeting at 9:30 a.m. April 12 at Berean Community Center, 2440 Young Road, Stone Mountain.
Guests will hear from committee members who will present a slate of projects for approval by the association membership in the priority areas of code compliance and enforcement, economic development, education, housing and safety.
The South DeKalb Improvement Association is a nonprofit organization formed to give community residents a platform to address issues that affect them.
Information: sdiainc@gmail.com or 770-322-3842. Kent A. Miles for the AJC
‘Healthy Pets’ at Wade Walker Park
Free veterinary services offered 11 a.m. Saturday at Wade Walker Park, 5585 Rockbridge Road, Stone Mountain.
DeKalb County Animal Services and the LifeLine Animal Project is hosting “Healthy Pets DeKalb.” Vaccinations will be provided by a licensed veterinarian. No registration is required but services will be provided on a first come, first served basis.
Information: community@LifeLineAnimal.org or 678-883-2349. Kent A. Miles for the AJC
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 their medical conditions.
Residents can volunteer the information in a profile at www.Smart911.com. April Hunt
Animal welfare group offering summer camp
PAWS Atlanta, a DeKalb County animal welfare group, will host offer summer camps for kids aged 8 to 13 this year, to focus on being responsible pet owners and humane animal treatment.
Each camp will also include several hands-on sessions with animals.
Information: www.pawsatlanta.org. April Hunt
Southeast Asia conference at GPC
Georgia Southern University professor Paul Rodell will host a Teaching Southeast Asia conference for college and university faculty members in the state April 11 and 12 at Georgia Perimeter College, 555 N. Indian Creek Drive, Clarkston.
The conference is sponsored by the Asia Council of the University System of Georgia. The workshop is free but registration is required by March 31.
Information: rodell@georgiasouthern.edu Kent A. Miles for the AJC
SOUTHSIDE
Peachtree City seeks input for signs
Following a city council discussion about what to do about deteriorating subdivision entrance signs, Peachtree City’s administration is asking for public input. At issue is who should pay to repair or replace nearly 200 signs and whether to set price limits and/or standardize sign materials. An online survey is at www.peachtree-city.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=805.
Jill Howard Church for the AJC
Starr’s Mill French teacher earns award
Marie Scott of Starr’s Mill High School has been named the 2014 French Teacher of the Year by the Georgia chapter of the American Association of Teachers of French.
Scott is also the sponsor of the school’s French Honor Society and co-sponsor of the French Club.
She was selected based on criteria including curriculum design, instructional practices and continuing professional growth. Jill Howard Church for the AJC
Hands on Henry gears up for April 19
Hands on Henry, an annual service day , is 8 a.m. April 19.
Hundreds of volunteers will spend that morning working at dozen of project sites around the county doing beautification or site improvement.
Interested citizens can register to volunteer, be a sponsor or suggest a project.
Information: www.handsonhenry.org.
Monroe Roark for the AJC
Southern Conservation Trust seeks comments
As part of its effort to gain national accreditation with the Land Trust Alliance, the Southern Conservation Trust is seeking public comments about its performance.
Information pertaining to the SCT’s standards and operations can be submitted at www.landtrustaccreditation.org or info@landtrustaccreditation.org by June 1. Jill Howard Church for the AJC
Peachtree City has new website
Peachtree City Convention and Visitors Bureau has a new website.
It is available in PC, tablet and mobile formats.
There’s an interactive map for planning and navigation. It highlights hotels, shopping, restaurants, parks and other attractions in and around the city, which turned 55 on March 9.
Information: www.visitpeachtreecity.com Tammy Joyner
Fayette services board seeks member
Fayette County’s Board of Family and Children Services is accepting applications to fill an open volunteer position.
The board meets monthly and serves as a link between the community and the county administration.
The position’s term will run May 15, 2014-June 30, 2016; applications are due April 18.
Contact Floyd Jones at 770-305-5102 or fjones@fayettecountyga.gov. Jill Howard Church for the AJC
