May 2018 - Monthly Archive

Jyl Craven: Exclusively Outside the Perimeter

22 May

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Jyl Craven: Exclusively Outside the Perimeter

Upon entering Jyl Craven Hair Design, you will notice a clean, modern atmosphere; a vast line of professional products; and fashionable, refined stylists who are diligently going about making their gu... read more..

For the Ultimate Patient Experience, Kincaid Orthodontics Joins Smile Doctors Braces

22 May

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For the Ultimate Patient Experience, Kincaid Orthodontics Joins Smile Doctors Braces

By Cyndi Braun If its time for your child to get braces, chances are a friend, family member, or dentist has already mentioned the name, Dr. Jeff Kincaid. With offices in Roswell and Woodstock, Dr. K... read more..

22 May

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The Arbor at bridgemill

A Senior Community Unlike any Other Now Open By Cyndi Braun The Arbors Mission Were here to make deep connections with you to earn the right to be part of the next big decision in your life. Throu... read more..

22 May

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The Journey of a Lifetime

By Hillary Groover Growing up in the northern part of Cherokee County, I was fortunate to always be a short car ride away from the North Georgia Mountains. Every fall, my Pop and I would take a long ... read more..

Community Partner: PD Gladiators Fights Back Against Parkinson's Disease

22 May

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Community Partner: PD Gladiators Fights Back Against Parkinson's Disease

Although the everyday idea of those afflicted with Parkinson's disease (PD) is one of stiffness, shuffling movements, and violent tremors, that image is being changed through the efforts of PD Gladiat... read more..

22 May

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Summer Safety

By Jim Cheatham Summer seems to be as much of an attitude as it is an actual time frame. June marks the official start of summer, and many of you were in full swing before this month arrived. Summer ... read more..

The Importance of Continuing a Healthy Relationship With Law Enforcement in Cherokee County

22 May

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The Importance of Continuing a Healthy Relationship With Law Enforcement in Cherokee County

By Sheriff Frank Reynolds America has enjoyed a rich tradition of law enforcement weaved into the fabric of its identity. Notable personalities come to mind when one thinks about the lawmen of our pa... read more..

Cherokee Breast Care Opens Practice in Holly Springs

22 May

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Cherokee Breast Care Opens Practice in Holly Springs

A highly-trained oncology breast surgeon recently opened her practice in Cherokee County. Dr. Karen Buhariwalla is a fellowship-trained breast surgeon who specializes in the diagnosis and surgical tr... read more..

River Ridge HS Student Places in National Photography Contest

22 May

Community - Woodstock

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River Ridge HS Student Places in National Photography Contest

Junior Angelica Millen placed fifth in the Jostens Photography Contest with her photograph entitled Capturing the Moment. She won photography accessories, and her photo will be displayed in an art gal... read more..

CCSD Student Athletes Honored by Cherokee County Sports Hall of Fame

22 May

Community - Woodstock

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CCSD Student Athletes Honored by Cherokee County Sports Hall of Fame

The Cherokee County Sports Hall of Fame recently honored a dozen top Cherokee County School District student athletes as part of its annual banquet. The event recognized this years Hall of Fame induc... read more..

22 May

Community - Woodstock

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Retiring Educators Recognized

The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Education Committee, in partnership with Sold by Julianne - Keller Williams Atlanta North, recently recognized retiring educators from the Cherokee County Schoo... read more..

Georgia Community Support & Solutions Merges with enAble of Georgia to Become InCommunity

22 May

Community - Woodstock

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Georgia Community Support & Solutions Merges with enAble of Georgia to Become InCommunity

The enAble of Georgias 30th Annual Gala - Founders Ball was recently held at The Hotel at Avalon. The event was attended by more than 400 supporters and raised over $280,000 for adults with developmen... read more..

22 May

Community - Woodstock

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Multi-Garden Club Tea

To celebrate this years recent Garden Week in Georgia, the ladies of the Cherokee Garden Council sponsored a garden tea party for local garden clubs. The event was held at the beautiful Ball Ground Bo... read more..

Get a First Look at Reformation Brewerys New Woodstock Location

22 May

Community - Woodstock

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Get a First Look at Reformation Brewerys New Woodstock Location

Reformation Brewerys new brewhouse will be located at 105 Elm Street. It will be a 5-barrel, 6,000-square-foot structure. This new location will be used as a research and development brewery with two ... read more..

New Lantern Concert Series Set to Debut in Woodstock

22 May

Community - Woodstock

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New Lantern Concert Series Set to Debut in Woodstock

These world-class performances will take place outdoors on the Elm Street Event Green. This series will strive to introduce new music, ideas, and cultures that arent typical for the community. The La... read more..

Downtown Woodstock Gets a Little Free Pantry

22 May

Community - Woodstock

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Downtown Woodstock Gets a Little Free Pantry

Something unexpected appeared recently in downtown Woodstock along Wall Street. A whimsical Little Free Pantry has been installed on the stone patio behind the Woodstock Visitors Center. Following th... read more..

CCSD Wins Top National Award for Excellence in Teaching Practices

22 May

Community - Woodstock

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CCSD Wins Top National Award for Excellence in Teaching Practices

The International Center for Leadership in Education has named CCSD an Innovative District for 2018 one of only eleven school districts in the nation to be recognized. Selection is based on criteria... read more..

Cherokee County Celebrates Public Service Recognition Week

22 May

Community - Woodstock

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Cherokee County Celebrates Public Service Recognition Week

Celebrated the first full week of May since 1985, Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW) is organized annually to honor the men and women who serve our nation as federal, state, county, and local gove... read more..

22 May

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The Big Ketch: Chilled Lobster Roll

Main Lobster with Carrots, Celery and Meyer Lemon Aioli Ingredients Meyer Lemon Aioli-2 Cups Mayonnaise- Cup Carrots, Finely Diced- Cup Meyer Lemon Juice-2 Dashes Hot Sauce (Cholula)-1 Teaspoon Kosh... read more..

Taste of Life: Black Bean Soup with Jalapeno Cream

22 May

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Taste of Life: Black Bean Soup with Jalapeno Cream

By Hillary Gallagher Black Bean Soup Ingredients-1 lb. black beans-3.5 quarts chicken stock or low-sodium broth-1.5 lbs. tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and diced-3 teaspoons ground cumin-3 tablespoons cil... read more..

Queenies: Seasoned Trout with Gremolata and Grilled Asparagus

22 May

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Queenies: Seasoned Trout with Gremolata and Grilled Asparagus

Serves 4 Gremolata Ingredients-1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped- cup parsley-3 cloves garlic, crushed - cup toasted pecan pieces-1 lemon, zested and juiced - cup extra virgin olive oilAsparagus Ing... read more..

Johns Creek Civitan Club Honors 2018 Special Needs Teachers of the Year

22 May

Community - North Fulton

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Johns Creek Civitan Club Honors 2018 Special Needs Teachers of the Year

Four educators who teach in Johns Creek were recently named as 2018 Special Needs Teachers of the Year. There are nineteen Fulton County Schools that serve the residents of Johns Creek, and the teache... read more..

The Drake House Building the Bridge Campaign

22 May

Community - North Fulton

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The Drake House Building the Bridge Campaign

The Drake House is currently trying to raise $45,000 to reach their goal of 1.6 million dollars to pay for additional apartments they have named The Drake Village. The Drake House was founded by the ... read more..

Swim Across America Atlanta Announces Summer Pool Program Local Swim Leagues Turn Love for Swimming Into a Cure for Cancer

22 May

Community - North Fulton

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Swim Across America Atlanta Announces Summer Pool Program Local Swim Leagues Turn Love for Swimming Into a Cure for Cancer

Swim Across America - Atlanta (SAA), a non-profit that hosts benefit swims that fund pediatric cancer research, has announced a partnership with Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta - FRIENDS Volunteer Org... read more..

22 May

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Book Review: Inheriting Edith

By Annell Gerson Zoe Fishmans fourth novel, Inheriting Edith, is a poignant reminder of the power of memories that bring us joy, hope, and laughter as well as memories that lurk in the shadows of our... read more..

Alpharettas History Lives On at the Alpharetta and Old Milton County History Museum

22 May

Community - North Fulton

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Alpharettas History Lives On at the Alpharetta and Old Milton County History Museum

Residents, City officials, civic organizations, and local churches recently gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the new Alpharetta and Old Milton County History Museum. The museum is located wi... read more..

Local Non-Profit Organization Donates Technology to Department of Veteran Service

22 May

Community - North Fulton

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Local Non-Profit Organization Donates Technology to Department of Veteran Service

Senator John Albers along with U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, Shawn Hanley, founder and CEO of Green Veterans in Roswell, and other key stakeholders recently held a press conference where iPads were don... read more..

Grant Funds Help Educate and Reinforce Sustainability Efforts

22 May

Community - North Fulton

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Grant Funds Help Educate and Reinforce Sustainability Efforts

The City of Milton recently announced the winners of its 2018 Environmental Education Grant, an annual micro-grant program that is open to public schools located within the Milton city limits. The pro... read more..

Book Review: Everything Happens for a Reason

22 May

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Book Review: Everything Happens for a Reason

By Jessica Asbell Every once in a while, a book comes along that grabs you and doesnt let go. Usually, it is a thriller or a mystery, but sometimes, it is the true story of someones life. Its not oft... read more..

Roswell Celebrates Grand Opening of Veranda at Groveway

22 May

Community - North Fulton

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Roswell Celebrates Grand Opening of Veranda at Groveway

The City of Roswell, The Integral Group, LLC, Schmit & Associates, and the Roswell Housing Authority recently cut the ribbon on Roswells first low-income, independent senior living space, The Vera... read more..