City News

Local Group Uses Hobby to Save Lives

lydia.senn — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:30:58 -0700

When the tornadoes ripped through Atlanta in March it caused mass devastation to the city’s business sector. The fierce winds smashed windows, damaged city landmarks, and left more than 20 injured. Less than two days later a second storm came through causing uncounted damage and killing two people.

The storms came as a shock to local forecasters and emergency personnel. Victims of the storms were left stranded without power, and emergency management found it hard to get into damaged areas of the city.

Forsyth County Urges July 4 Safety

lydia.senn — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:00:12 -0700

Due to the current drought conditions, the Forsyth County Fire Department is urging citizens to practice safe, responsible use of fireworks while celebrating the nation’s independence on July 4.

“The extreme dry conditions Forsyth County is experiencing can certainly increase the risks associated with fireworks, so extra caution is highly recommended,” Fire Chief Danny Bowman said. “This year, we are strongly advising residents not to use fireworks at home and instead leave fireworks displays to the professionals.”

Emory Johns Creek Goes Blogging - VIDEO

lydia.senn — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 10:43:21 -0700

Emory Johns Creek Hospital has taken to the “blogosphere” to promote new medical practices, and to keep the community informed.

Emory Johns Creek is the first hospital in the area to embrace social media in its marketing and communications strategies. The hospital launched its blog as an extension of its Web site earlier this month and began the first in a series of video clips featuring physicians and administrators.

JC Mayor Mike Bodker Elected Metro Atlanta Mayors Association Chairman

lydia.senn — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 12:05:21 -0700

The Metro Atlanta Mayors Association elected Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker as its 2008-09 chairman during the Georgia Municipal Association’s 75th Annual Conference June 23 in Savannah.

Bodker replaces Douglasville Mayor Mickey Thompson, who rotated off after serving a one-year term as chairman of the Association.

“Mike’s enthusiasm and commitment to not only his citizens but also to the residents of the entire metro area make him the perfect choice as tnext MAMA chairman.” Thompson said.

Forsyth County Honors Fallen Fighters With Safety Week

lydia.senn — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:00:40 -0700

Last year 115 firefighters died in the line of duty nationwide, and this year more than 40 firefighters have been loss so far. This is just one reason the Forsyth County Fire Department is focusing on the safety, health and survival of firefighters and emergency medical technicians as part of an international campaign to reduce line-of-duty deaths within the fire/EMS service.

This week is Safety, Health and Survival week, the purpose is to reduce these deaths and injuries by calling attention to and improving safety practices.

Johns Creek Millage to Remain

lydia.senn — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 20:51:57 -0700

The Johns Creek City Council has voted to remain at the 4.7 percent millage. The council voted in favor of the rate during the June 16 meeting.

“I think it is always popular to try to do what the citizens would love to see, and that would be to put money back in the citizens pockets,” said Mayor Mike Bodker.

However the Council did make the difficult and unpopular decision to remain at the current millage.

“We have a primary responsibility to make decisions that are not just sound for today, but 15 20 years out,” said Bodker.

City Gearing Up For Fire Department Roll Out

lydia.senn — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 09:16:06 -0700

With the roll out of the new Johns Creek Fire Department just weeks away, the department is in the middle of a large recruitment process to staff the 78-member force.

The JCFD will host a Firefighter Job Fair set for Saturday, June 21, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Johns Creek City Hall located at 12000 Findley Road.

Local Twosome Faces Multiple Drug Charges

lydia.senn — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 17:41:07 -0700

A federal grand jury in Savannah has accused a local couple of illegally distributing prescription drugs and anabolic steroid paraphernalia. Christian and Jennifer Navoy of Roswell were arrested in May for distributing prescription medications through three separate Web sites.
According to U.S. Attorney Edmund Booth the Navoys were indicted on seven counts, including charges of introducing misbranded drugs into interstate commerce and mail fraud.

Fulton School Board Schedules Millage Rate Hearings

lydia.senn — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 08:46:26 -0700

The Fulton County Board of Education will hold three public hearings in order to allow the public to review the proposed 2009 budget. The Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights requires the board to hold these hearings due to the fact that the tentative budget does not include a full millage rollback to offset increases in property assessments.

Local Girl Scout Awarded Medal of Bravery - VIDEO STORY AVAILABLE

lydia.senn — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 13:40:55 -0700

Caitlin Helsley has a scar on her left forearm; she got the scar while saving her little sister from harm’s way. The patch skin has healed, but the scar will serve as a reminder of her bravery and courage.

Last night, during the regular Johns Creek City Council meeting, Helsley was awarded a proclamation from the city after she earned the Girl Scout Medal of Honor. The Medal of Honor is given in recognition of a Girl Scout who has saved or attempted to save a human life.