🌱 Milton Named A 'Tree City USA' + 100th Birthday + Polar Plunge

Good morning, friends! It's Friday in Alpharetta-Milton and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in town, including updates on:

• Milton named a 'Tree City USA'
• Jack Buckner Day in Milton
• Milton Police participating in Polar Plunge 2023

But first, today's weather: Today will be mostly cloudy with a little rain. The high will be 57 with a low of 43.

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Here are the top stories today in Alpharetta-Milton:

1. Milton has been named a ‘Tree City USA' by the Arbor Day Foundation, which is a huge honor. This is the 14th year that Milton has received this award. The qualifications are that the city must have staff dedicated to trees, community tree ordinance, a minimum forestry budget of $2 per capita and celebrate Arbor Day. The Arbor Day celebration will be on Friday, Feb. 17, at the Milton City Park and Preserve. (Press Release Desk)
2. Jack Buckner of Milton just celebrated his 100th birthday! The World War II veteran graduated from Fulton High School and served for many years in the U.S. Army Air Corps. "Buckner flew at least 50 B17 bomber missions with the U.S. Army Air Corps, braving gunfire and more in the European theater, including dangerous forays over Germany." During that time, he married his wife Florence, and they will soon have their 79th anniversary! Milton Mayor Peyton Jamison is declaring Feb. 3, 2023 "Jack Buckner Day" in Milton. (Press Release Desk)
3. The Milton Police Department is participating in the 2023 Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Georgia. It takes place on Feb. 25, and funds will go towards programs for over 17,000 special athletes in Georgia. You can donate at https://www.classy.org/team/474839 . (Milton Police Department via Facebook)

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• Dino Safari… A Walk Thru Adventure at the North Point Mall, 1000 North Point Circle in Alpharetta (11:00 AM)
• Could It Bae" Valentine’s Day at Fetch Park, 11440 Maxwell Road in Alpharetta (12:00 PM)
• Galentine’s Night at All Inspired Boutique, 50 Canton St., Suite 104 in Alpharetta (5:00 PM)
• Igloo & Chalet Dine & Drink Experiences at The Hotel at Avalon & Alpharetta Conference Center, 9000 Avalon Blvd. in Alpharetta (5:00 PM)
• Sunset Love at Painting with a Twist, 11770 Haynes Bridge Road, #801 in Alpharetta (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Broadwell Pavilion in Milton will soon be getting a new protective coating on the concrete. It will be an epoxy-based coating on the floor beneath the pavilion. "Milton anticipates the epoxy coating will provide a safer, more abrasive finish and a protective barrier from debris." This pavilion is used for city events and can be rented out for parties, weddings, etc. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
• Midway Elementary school is calling February Kindness Month! That means students will be having routine acts of kindness during the week of Feb. 13-16. For example, they will have a food drive to benefit The Place of Forsyth County. Donations can be dropped off in the front lobby. (Midway Elementary via Facebook)
• The Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA is looking for coaches for a youth soccer program this spring! ⚽️ Please email tarab@ymcaatlanta.org if you're interested in helping out. (Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA via Facebook)
• Are you looking for a new job? The City of Roswell is hiring for a variety of positions in their Recreation, Parks, Historic and Cultural Affairs Department. They need people to maintain "the facilities, fields, trails, and equipment enjoyed by the community." Here is a link to apply: www.RoswellGov.com/Jobs. (City of Roswell)

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You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Gail Lafleche

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