🌱 Memorial Day Event + Prevent Robberies + Repaving Highway 9

Hello again, friends! It's me, Gail Lafleche, your host of the Patch newsletter. Here's all the local news you need to know right now. In today's issue, we'll cover these stories and more:

• Milton's Memorial Day ceremony.
• Keeping your home safe while out.
• Delays on Highway 9.

But first, today's weather: There could be an afternoon thundershower with a high of 79 and a low of 63.

Here are the top stories today in Alpharetta-Milton:

1. The City of Milton held its Memorial Day event on Monday at The Green at Crabapple Market. Hundreds showed up for the ceremony, which took place under a tent. Sgt. Maj. Paul Hershey, a retired U.S. Marine, spoke about the significance of Memorial Day and explained what happens when a member of the U.S. military is killed. Mayor Peyton Jamison, veterans and other community members also spoke. Patriotic music was played, including “God Bless America,” “Amazing Grace,” and “Taps.” (City of Milton)
2. Milton Police are reminding citizens how to keep your home and property secure. If you're headed out of town, request a vacation patrol using this link; it's free: https://www.miltonga.gov/.../police/vacation-patrol-request In addition, remember to arm your alarm when going out, keep your outdoor lights on and have your packages and mail picked up. Make sure your trash barrels aren't left outside. If you see something suspicious in your neighborhood, don't hesitate to call the police. Milton residents and businesses can join Community Connect, www.miltonga.gov/CommunityConnect which tells firefighters how to enter your home if there's an emergency. (Milton Police Department via Facebook)
3. Plan for delays when driving on State Route 9 between Hembree Road and Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta during the next several days. This section will be repaved during the hours between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. This work is part of the State Route 9 Improvement Project. (City of Alpharetta)

🏠 If you're a real estate agent in Alpharetta-Milton, of course you're looking for a way to stand out from the crowd and attract new clients. We can help you do that with an exclusive sponsorship in the Alpharetta-Milton Patch newsletter. Click here to learn more.

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• Georgia AG Experience: A Mobile Classroom at the Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road (10:00 AM)
• English/ESL Class at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (10:30 AM)
• Story Time at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (10:30 AM)
• Dino Safari… A Walk Thru Adventure at the North Point Mall, 1000 North Point Circle in Alpharetta (11:00 AM)

In partnership with T-Mobile:

Do you know an Alpharetta-Milton dad whose texts make you smile? This Father’s Day, celebrate him with a shoutout on Patch. Just fill out this simple form and we’ll do the rest!

From my notebook:

• The pool at the Milton City Park and Preserve will be closed for the Milton Mustangs Swim Team's home swim meets. Here are the dates and times: Thursday, June 1 from 3-9 p.m.; Thursday, June 15 from 3-9 p.m.; and Tuesday, June 27 from 3-9 p.m. In addition, it will be closed on Wednesday, June 28 from 4-8 p.m. for the Mustangs team party. (City of Milton)
• Roswell's Eagles Nest Church will be moving to "The Beacon at East Roswell, a commercial multi-use property that will replace the vacant Kohl’s lot on Holcomb Bridge Road." This new location will have an auditorium for 800 and will take up 15.5 acres. The church is temporarily located at Centennial High School and many members must watch services online. (Appen)
• Now that summer's here, the Alpharetta Department of Public Safety wants to remind the public how to keep children safe while swimming. Watch them at all times and have them wear a life jacket when necessary. Be familiar with the posted swimming rules and make sure children follow them. (Alpharetta Department of Public Safety via Facebook)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

• Atlanta Academy — (Visit website)
• Add your business here

That's it for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with your next update!

— Gail Lafleche

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Alpharetta-Milton Patch newsletter? Contact me at Alpharetta@Patch.com