Local News

Wedding Alliance of N. GA Makes Donation to AHS

liz.flowers — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 06:45:41 -0700

The Wedding Alliance of North Georgia donated $1,500 in December to the Alpharetta Historical Society (AHS).

Funds were generated from vendors who participated in the inaugural Fall Wedding Expo held October 19, 2008, at the Mansell House and Gardens in Alpharetta.

Forsyth Hosts 7th Annual Senior Expo

liz.flowers — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 06:29:05 -0700

The seventh annual Forsyth Senior Expo will be held Saturday, Feb. 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Forsyth County Central Park Recreation Center. Senior citizens, along with their families and friends, wanting to learn about products and services of interest for now and for the future are invited to attend the event.

Expo exhibitions will include health care, housing, finance, safety and security, recreation and travel, end-of-life, non-profit institutions and local, state and national agencies. Free health screenings for blood pressure and vision will be available.

Forsyth County Fire Department Promotes Four to Rank of Lieutenant

liz.flowers — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 18:49:21 -0700

In a promotional ceremony held January 16 at the Forsyth County Public Safety Complex, the Forsyth County Fire Department promoted four of its finest to the rank of lieutenant.

Lucas Henderson, Joseph Smith and Marlin Thompson were all promoted from the rank of firefighter/EMT to lieutenant. Henderson joined the Forsyth County Fire Department in 2004; both Smith and Thompson joined the department in 2003.

Debora Lindstrom, who began her career with the Forsyth County Fire Department in 2002, was promoted from fire inspector to the rank of lieutenant.

Bariatric Support Offered at Northside

liz.flowers — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 18:45:07 -0700

Northside Hospital understands that patients, who undergo weight-loss surgery, sometimes need help keeping the weight off. It is for this reason that Northside has expanded its aftercare support program to include a new, long-term Bariatric Surgery Support Group.

Alpharetta City Council Jan 20 Re-Cap

liz.flowers — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 09:34:36 -0700

This summary is provided as a convenience and service to the public, media and staff. It is not the intent to record proceedings verbatim. Any reproduction of this summary must include this notice. Public comments are noted as heard by Council, but not quoted or paraphrased. This document includes limited presentation by Council and invited speakers in summary form. This is not an official record of the Alpharetta City Council Meeting proceedings. Official Minutes are recorded and available for review.

COUNCIL MEETING SUMMARY

I. CALL TO ORDER

Miracle League Recognized in Forsyth

liz.flowers — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 09:18:55 -0700

The Forsyth County Parks and Recreation Board recognized the Miracle League Board members for their assistance with the construction and management of the Miracle League field.

Parks and Recreation Director Jerry Kinsey and Parks and Recreation Board Chair Charlotte Gardner thanked the Miracle League Board for their dedication and commitment, noting the success of the project.

The Miracle League field opened at Coal Mountain Park in April 2008.

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Forsyth County Earns Child Fire Child Safety Grant

liz.flowers — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 20:49:39 -0700

The Forsyth County Fire Department has received a $12,083 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). AFG awards aim to enhance response capabilities and to more effectively protect the health and safety of the public with respect to fire and other hazards.

Northside Hospital Offers Speech, Hearing Tests in Johns Cree

liz.flowers — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 19:34:10 -0700

Northside Hospital's Speech/Language Pathology and Audiology Services now offers speech/language and hearing screenings for pre-schools, day care centers and private schools in the Johns Creek and Alpharetta areas. This new service is one of many outpatient services offered at the Northside/Johns Creek Medical Office Building that have helped to meet the growing health care needs of the Johns Creek community.

JC Leadership Seminar

liz.flowers — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 19:28:34 -0700

As part of its ongoing investment in the community, the Rotary Club of Johns Creek is offering a leadership seminar on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009. Targeting local business and community leaders and small business owners, the program is an opportunity for attendees to refresh their leadership skills and address changes in corporate culture and changing demographics.

Special Operations Forces Run

liz.flowers — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 13:29:49 -0700

Duluth, Ga. - A Team of military, police, firefighters and civilians lead by Lt. Bill Stevens will set out on a 625-mile run from Duluth, Georgia to Tampa, Florida to honor Special Operations Forces and Veterans and raise awareness for the children and families of fallen and wounded Special Operations Forces soldiers.