2014 - Monthly Archive

Shakerag Elementary Announces Calendar Changes

24 Jul

School - North Fulton

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Shakerag Elementary Announces Calendar Changes

Shakerag Elementary School Principal Martin Neuhaus has announced additional teacher workdays for the 2014-15 school year. The school calendar has been adjusted to provide for Professional Learning da... read more..

Additional Students Named National Merit Scholars

24 Jul

School - North Fulton

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Additional Students Named National Merit Scholars

The National Merit Scholarship Corp. recently announced its final round of students who have been named National Merit Scholars. In addition to the prestigious National Merit Scholar distinction, thes... read more..

24 Jul

Community - North Fulton

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Junior League Recruiting New Members

The Junior League of Gwinnett and North Fulton Counties (JLGNF) is seeking new members. Membership in JLGNF is open to all women over the age of 22 who demonstrate an interest in and a commitment to v... read more..

Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker Elected as GMAs First Vice President

24 Jul

Community - North Fulton

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Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker Elected as GMAs First Vice President

Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker was elected first vice president of the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) during the associations annual meeting, held recently in Savannah. GMA is a voluntary, non-pro... read more..

24 Jul

Community - North Fulton

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Enter to Win Alpharetta CVBs TopGolf Giveaway

The latest contest promotion by the Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) offers one lucky winner the chance to share a TopGolf VIP experience with seven friends. TopGolf Alpharetta is a pr... read more..

24 Jul

School - Canton

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Canton ES STEM Wins School Bell Award

Canton Elementary School STEM Academy, led by Principal Beth Long, has won the 2014 School Bell Award. The award is presented by the Georgia Association of Elementary School Principals to 10 schools i... read more..

24 Jul

School - Canton

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New Principals at Local Schools

Two newly appointed principals are ready to lead schools in the Cherokee County School District when classes begin on August 4. Whitney Nolan is the new principal of Hickory Flat Elementary School. N... read more..

24 Jul

School - Canton

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CHS Student Competes at National Events

Creekview High School sophomore Lee Marble used the skills he sharpens through the schools Rifle Team to qualify to compete in the 2014 National 3 Position Air Rifle Championship and 3PAR Junior Olymp... read more..

24 Jul

School - Canton

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Local Students Selected to Model ARC

Eight Cherokee County School District students, including six from the Canton area, have been selected for the 2014-15 Model Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC). The annual youth leadership program brin... read more..

24 Jul

Community - Canton

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CMS Wins $3,000 Grant

Creekland Middle School has won a $3,000 grant from Archer Daniels Midland Company. The grant was given through ADM Cares, a social investment program that directs funds to initiatives and organizati... read more..

Rotary Club of Canton Dedicates Local Park

24 Jul

Community - Canton

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Rotary Club of Canton Dedicates Local Park

The Rotary Club of Canton held a special dedication ceremony for the official naming of Canton Rotary Park, located between the Cherokee County Justice Center and Cherokee County Historical Courthouse... read more..

Local Dance Group Performs at Disney World

24 Jul

Community - Canton

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Local Dance Group Performs at Disney World

A group of dancers from Applause Performing Arts Conservatory, located in Canton, participated recently in a special performance at Disney World in Orlando, Fla. Audrey Holbrook, Lucas Merges, Elizabe... read more..

Canton Resident Wins National Award for Child Advocacy

24 Jul

Community - Canton

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Canton Resident Wins National Award for Child Advocacy

CASA for Children presented Millie Bush of Canton with its 2014 G.F. Bettineski Child Advocate of the Year award during its National CASA Annual Conference, held recently in Grapevine, Texas. Bush wa... read more..

24 Jul

Community - Woodstock

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Canton Resident Wins National Award for Child Advocacy

CASA for Children presented Millie Bush of Canton with its 2014 G.F. Bettineski Child Advocate of the Year award during its National CASA Annual Conference, held recently in Grapevine, Texas. Bush wa... read more..

01 Jul

Canton Magazine

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Canton Family Life - July 2014

Woodstock Family Life - July 2014

North Fulton Family Life - July 2014

'The Target'

CIA operative Will Robie returns in David Baldacci's latest spy thriller! By Catherine Groves When David Baldacci releases a new novel, his fans know they are in for a treat. When the novel is a con... read more..

01 Jul

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Danita Grant: A Journey into the Arts

By Heike Hellmann-Brown A former president of the Alpha Arts Guild and member of the Roswell Fine Arts Alliance, Danita Grant is an ambassador of the arts. As the oldest of six children, she grew up ... read more..

Gary Curtis: Classic Dutch Still-Life Paintings

01 Jul

Titles & Blurbs

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Gary Curtis: Classic Dutch Still-Life Paintings

By Heike Hellmann-Brown Award-winning watercolor artist Gary Curtis has been featured in American Artist magazine and on the cover of Artist Magazine. His work is reminiscent of the great painters of... read more..

The Carpenter's Shop Christian Preschool

25 Jun

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The Carpenter's Shop Christian Preschool

Building Kids God's Way By Michelle Martin Donna Harris, owner and director of The Carpenter's Shop preschool in Canton, has always had a deep love for children. Before opening The Carpenter's Shop ... read more..

25 Jun

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Hot Wheels Skate Center

Fun for the Family By Michelle Martin Roller skating is a family affair for Ryan and Whitney Finley, and they want it to be a part of your family as well. As the new owners of Hot Wheels Skate Cente... read more..

25 Jun

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Live & Local

By Michelle Martin Unique venues and restaurants offer a fun atmosphere to enjoy a night of live music from the relaxing sounds of smooth jazz and acoustic guitar to beautiful piano melodies, soulfu... read more..

25 Jun

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Live & Local

By Michelle Martin Unique venues and restaurants offer a fun atmosphere to enjoy a night of live music from the relaxing sounds of smooth jazz and acoustic guitar to beautiful piano melodies, soulfu... read more..

Fulton Student-Athletes, Coach, High School Named Most Positive in Georgia

25 Jun

School - North Fulton

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Fulton Student-Athletes, Coach, High School Named Most Positive in Georgia

North Fulton athletes and schools were recognized for their positive character in athletics at the inaugural Georgia Positive High School Athlete Awards, held recently at McCamish Pavilion on the camp... read more..

Sweet Apple Elementary Raises $20,000 for Jump Rope for Heart

25 Jun

School - North Fulton

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Sweet Apple Elementary Raises $20,000 for Jump Rope for Heart

Students at Sweet Apple Elementary School participated in a fundraiser for Jump Rope for Heart recently. As incentive, students who raised $50 or more for Jump Rope for Heart had the privilege of "tap... read more..

25 Jun

School - North Fulton

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Alpharetta High School Wins Four EMMYs

Students from Alpharetta High School walked the red carpet with the Southeast's best television and high school video producers during the 2014 Southeast Regional EMMY Awards, held recently at Grand H... read more..

Rotary Youth Leadership Award Recipients Named

25 Jun

School - North Fulton

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Rotary Youth Leadership Award Recipients Named

Independence High School students Parker Allen and Guadalupe Soberanis have been selected as recipients of the Rotary Youth Leadership Award from the Rotary Club of Alpharetta. As part of the award, t... read more..

North Fulton Students Awarded FitzGerald Scholarships

25 Jun

School - North Fulton

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North Fulton Students Awarded FitzGerald Scholarships

North Fulton Council of PTAs has announced the three recipients of its annual Sally FitzGerald Scholarships. The winners were selected based on their demonstration of high standards in education and l... read more..

North Fulton Teachers Certified as Georgia Master Teacher

25 Jun

School - North Fulton

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North Fulton Teachers Certified as Georgia Master Teacher

Three North Fulton teachers have earned Master Teacher certification for 2014. Susan Ali-Ahmad, Lake Windward Elementary School; Charlotte Melhorn Hayes, Findley Oaks Elementary School; and Gail Ritch... read more..