Johns Creek Herald

03/01/2022

Johns Creek City Council approves smoke shop zoning ordinance

Johns Creek City Council members unanimously approved a zoning ordinance Feb. 28 that will severely hinder the influx of new smoke shop businesses to the city.

03/01/2022

Johns Creek officials attend state training

Five City Council members trekked to Athens Feb. 23-25 for the Georgia Municipal Association’s Newly Elected Officials Institute. The training is mandatory for all municipal officials in the state.

03/01/2022

Former Bailey Johnson students reflect on school’s history

Four former students of Alpharetta’s Bailey Johnson School spoke at a special program Feb. 27 on their educational experiences while also looking forward to the property’s upcoming redevelopment.

02/28/2022

‘Technology protection’ bill moves through Georgia Legislature

Georgia lawmakers are debating House Bill 1217, known as the “Student Technology Protection Act" in an attempt to create "safe lanes" on the internet highway for students.

02/25/2022

North Georgia localities oppose state bills on rental properties

City and county leaders across north Metro Atlanta are decrying two bills in the Georgia Legislature, Georgia House Bill 1093 and Senate Bill 494, that could remove local control of rental developments.

City and county leaders across north Metro Atlanta are decrying two bills in the Georgia Legislature, Georgia House Bill 1093 and Senate Bill 494, that could remove local control of

02/24/2022

Opinion: Word of the year

Ray Appen shares his thoughts on how road rage is a symptom of a larger disconnect with empathy and humanity among drivers today.

In a column, Publisher Emeritus Ray Appen shares his thoughts on how road rage is a symptom of a larger disconnect with empathy and humanity among drivers today.

02/23/2022

Johns Creek mayor proclaims city unity in first State of the City address

Dozens of residents gathered at Mount Pisgah Christian School Feb. 22 for the annual State of the City address in Johns Creek. It was Mayor John Bradberry’s first address of his term.

Dozens of residents gathered at Mount Pisgah Christian School Feb. 22 for the annual State of the City address in Johns Creek. It was Mayor John Bradberry’s first address of

02/21/2022

Historical society to hold Black History event on Bailey Johnson School

The Alpharetta and Old Milton County Historical Society will hold an educational event Feb. 27 at St. James First United Methodist Church to explore the history of Alpharetta’s Bailey Johnson School.

The Alpharetta and Old Milton County Historical Society will hold an educational event Feb. 27 at St. James First United Methodist Church to explore the history of Alpharetta’s Bailey Johnson

02/21/2022

Fulton County giving away COVID-19 test kits in libraries, health centers

Fulton County is offering free at-home COVID-19 tests at select Board of Health centers and libraries. Residents can receive two kits, which allow anyone over the age of 2 to check their COVID-19 status.

Fulton County is offering free at-home COVID-19 tests at select Board of Health centers and libraries. Residents can receive two kits, which allow anyone over the age of 2 to

02/21/2022

New civic organization hopes to make impact in Johns Creek

A group of local visionaries have joined forces to build Impact Johns Creek, a new organization focused on civic engagement and community service in the city.

02/21/2022

Now Hiring: Receptionist

Now Hiring: Phillips Partnership is looking for a Receptionist to join its team. #ad

Phillips Partnership is looking for a Receptionist to join its team.

02/21/2022

Autrey Mill Nature Preserve hosts Feeding Fridays

Feeding Fridays have returned to Autrey Mill Nature Preserve. Twice a month, families are invited behind the scenes of the Nature Preserve to learn about, and feed, the animals that call it home.

Feeding Fridays have returned to Autrey Mill Nature Preserve. Twice a month, families are invited behind the scenes of the Nature Preserve to learn about, and feed, the animals that

02/20/2022

Now Hiring: Client Relations Manager

Now Hiring: Ashford Advisors is looking for a Client Relations Manager to join its team. #ad

Ashford Advisors is looking for a Client Relations Manager to join its team.

02/18/2022

Photo: Johns Creek Chamber gathers for weekly networking event

Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce members, local business owners and community leaders gathered at the Chamber Feb. 16 for a weekly networking event. Attendees mingled and heard elevator pitches from each other and then split into small groups to furt…

Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce members, local business owners and community leaders gathered at the Chamber Feb. 16 for a weekly networking event. Attendees mingled and heard elevator pitches from

02/14/2022

Private school vouchers remain legislative priority

“I trust parents, and parents know what's best for their kids,” Cantrell said. “And why shouldn't they be able to take a portion of their tax money and find a better path for their children?”

Private school vouchers have taken a front seat under Georgia's Gold Dome this session as one group of legislators push for more education options, while others lobby for more public

02/14/2022

Newtown Park garden cultivates community

The Newtown Park community garden, run by the Garden Association, provides an oasis for its tenants. Through March 15, the association is accepting applications for open plots in the garden.

02/10/2022

Johns Creek High School boys swim team wins state title

For the second year in a row and the third time in four years, the Johns Creek High School boys swim team won the Georgia High School Association state championship on Feb. 5.

For the second year in a row and the third time in four years, the Johns Creek High School boys swim team won the Georgia High School Association state championship

02/10/2022

Johns Creek city planners propose limits on smoke shops

The city of Johns Creek is joining surrounding municipalities in efforts to limit the growth of smoke shop businesses within its borders through updates to the city's zoning code.

02/10/2022

Johns Creek Beautification makes plea for community involvement

Johns Creek Beautification, a local nonprofit dedicated to improving community wellbeing through beautification efforts, is seeking increased involvement in the new year.

02/09/2022

Johns Creek to launch lighting pilot program at Newtown Park

Johns Creek City Council approved a pilot program Feb. 7 that will use temporary, portable lights to light up a lacrosse field at Newtown Park at night.

02/07/2022

Macedonia Cemetery documentaries premiere at Johns Creek High School

Dignitaries from across Metro Atlanta came en masse to Johns Creek High School Jan. 27 for the premiere of four student-produced documentaries about the Macedonia African Methodist Church Cemetery.

02/03/2022

Economic development director begins work in Johns Creek

Randall Toussaint joined Johns Creek city staff Jan. 3 as the new economic development director and has hit the ground running. For the first month, Toussaint said he’s been focusing on listening.

Randall Toussaint joined Johns Creek city staff Jan. 3 as the new economic development director and has hit the ground running. For the first month, Toussaint said he’s been focusing

02/02/2022

City Council sets Johns Creek strategic priorities for 2022

During a two-day retreat Jan. 28-29 City Council members decided on a slate of strategic priorities including the Town Center, Legacy Center for the arts, transportation, Cauley Creek Park and economic development.

During a two-day retreat Jan. 28-29 City Council members decided on a slate of strategic priorities including the Town Center, Legacy Center for the arts, transportation, Cauley Creek Park and

02/01/2022

Residents discuss speed limit reduction in Johns Creek

Since 2012 more than 500 car accidents have been reported on a 1.1 mile stretch of Medlock Bridge Road. The thoroughfare has a speed limit of 55 miles per hour, and residents regularly call on officials to have it lowered.

Since 2012 more than 500 car accidents have been reported on a 1.1 mile stretch of Medlock Bridge Road. The thoroughfare has a speed limit of 55 miles per hour,

02/01/2022

Podcast: An exercise in raw political power

Listen for the latest on what's happening on the political battleground in Gwinnett County.

It’s a jam-packed show today as the crew jump into updates on this year’s legislative session, starting with the Speaker’s mental health bill.

01/28/2022

North Georgia to feel temps as low as 5 degrees Saturday

January’s weather thus far has been relatively mild save for one bout of snow, but the National Weather Service has announced that Saturday morning’s temperatures will be anything but mild.

National Weather Service has announced that Saturday morning’s temperatures will be in the low 20s, but strong winds will bring the “feels like” temperature to around 5 degrees.

01/28/2022

Johns Creek resident calls shots for Olympics production

While hundreds of millions of viewers worldwide tune into the Beijing Winter Olympics, Johns Creek resident Bob Lanning will be in a control room in Stamford, Connecticut, calling the shots.

01/26/2022

Johns Creek assesses TSPLOST I projects

As Fulton County’s current transportation sales tax comes to a close, Johns Creek is assessing where it stands with ongoing road projects and what lies ahead.

01/26/2022

Johns Creek resident launches petition for lights at Newtown Park

On Jan. 13, two-year Johns Creek resident Thomas Holtslander launched a petition requesting installation of lights at Newtown Park courts and fields. Since it began, the petition has garnered nearly 400 signatures.

On Jan. 13, two-year Johns Creek resident Thomas Holtslander launched a petition requesting installation of lights at Newtown Park courts and fields. Since it began, the petition has garnered nearly

01/25/2022

Stormwater repairs continue into the new year in Johns Creek

Seven months since the passage of the city's stormwater utility, repairs have begun on the Johns Creek's aging drainage network. On Jan. 19 contractors began service on pipes in the Roswell Mill neighborhood.

Seven months since the passage of the city's stormwater utility, repairs have begun on the Johns Creek's aging drainage network. On Jan. 19 contractors began service on pipes in the

01/21/2022

Johns Creek installs medication drop box at City Hall

Johns Creek residents now have a safe place to dispose of medications in the city. On Jan. 18 the city installed a permanent medication drop box just inside City Hall.

01/20/2022

Blalock’s Barber Shop closes after 60 years in Alpharetta

#Trending: Blalock’s Barber Shop closes after 60 years in Alpharetta

After six decades in business, Blalock's Barber Shop gave its final haircut Jan. 13. First opened on South Main Street in the early 1960s, in 1973 the shop moved to

01/19/2022

Johns Creek students launch community beautification effort

Johns Creek High School juniors Aashwin Sharma, Carter Dessommes and Rohan Gosalves are launching a nonprofit called “GreenUp.” The organization’s mission is to pick up 100,000 pieces of trash in and around Johns Creek.

Johns Creek High School juniors Aashwin Sharma, Carter Dessommes and Rohan Gosalves are launching a nonprofit called “GreenUp.” The organization’s mission is to pick up 100,000 pieces of trash in

01/18/2022

Atlanta area transportation improvements are team effort

The Fulton County Commission signed an agreement Jan. 5 with half a dozen area transit agencies, the Georgia DOT and the Atlanta Regional Commission to collaborate in efforts to foster public transportation.

The Fulton County Commission signed an agreement Jan. 5 with half a dozen area transit agencies, the Georgia DOT and the Atlanta Regional Commission to collaborate in efforts to foster

01/18/2022

St. James holds second virtual MLK Day celebration

Featured speakers included Terrie Randolph, a veteran of the Civil Rights Movement, and Charles Buffington, an entrepreneur, activist and U.S. Air Force veteran.

While rising COVID-19 cases forced Alpharetta’s St. James United Methodist Church to cancel in-person services on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, congregation leaders took the message online.