🌱 New App To Report Road Problems + Taste Of Alpharetta

Hi there, Alpharetta-Milton. I'm here in your inbox this morning to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on in town. Today we have these stories and more:

• New app to make it easy to report road issues in Milton.
• Taste of Alpharetta — signups for restaurants.
• Former Milton High athletes offered plea deals regarding murder charges.

But first, today's weather: Today will have a shower and thunderstorm. The high will be 68 with a low of 54.

Shoutout to the awesome local businesses who keep this newsletter running:

• Did you know you could support local artists just by buying great coffee? Check out V’s Coffee Collab — where each purchase helps fund a local artist. You can try Locrian, a dark roast with hints of caramel, Lydian for hints of flower and berries, or their other roasts and blends. Bags feature a local artist's work, and the coffee is shipped right to your door. Visit V’s Coffee Collab here and order your fresh coffee today.

• Ready to go to South Africa? Debra Jones of A Group of Friends Travel has been leading unique travel experiences around the world for 23 years. She does all the planning — you just pack your bags and go. Aug. 1-11, 2024, Debra is leading a trip to Africa’s southern tip — with unbelievable natural scenery and vantage points that dot the way from Kruger National Park to Johannesburg. Visit A Group of Friends Travel here to reserve your spot for this safari adventure.

Want to see your business featured in this spot? Click here to get started.

Here are the top stories in Alpharetta-Milton today:

1. The City of Milton has new software that allows citizens to easily share information on issues in the roads and parks. It's called SeeClickFix, and can be used to report dead animals, damaged road signs, potholes, tree limbs, etc. The city will receive these notices, process them and track the status of requests with the software. The portal can be accessed at https://seeclickfix.com/miltonga. It can also be used to report issues in Alpharetta. You can download it to your computer or phone. (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
2. Mark your calendars for the Taste of Alpharetta, which will take place on May 11. It will be a premiere event that includes food, music, entertainment and more! If your restaurant would like to participate, you can sign up at https://tasteofalpharettaga.co.... (City of Alpharetta)
3. Two former Milton High School basketball stars were offered a plea deal that would allow them to avoid a trial for murder. Cameron Walker and Jonathan Murray have been charged with the robbery and murder of Connor Mediate in 2021 during a drug deal. Both Walker and Murray are deciding whether to accept the plea. (WSB Atlanta)
4. An inmate at the Fulton County Jail died after being eaten by insects and bed bugs. LaShawn Thompson was arrested for misdemeanor simple battery and placed in the psychiatric ward. After three months, he was found dead in his cell, and his family alleges that the jail staff noticed his deterioration and didn't help him. Thompson's family is demanding changes in the jail and an investigation is in the works. "It’s no secret that the dilapidated and rapidly eroding conditions of the current facility make it incredibly difficult to meet the goal of providing a clean, well-maintained and healthy environment for all inmates and staff." (Atlanta News First)

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• Rug Hooking and Fabric Art at the Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road (10:00 AM)
• Shop, Sip & Stroll on The Green at Crabapple Market, 12650 Crabapple Road in Milton (5:00 PM)
• Avalon Nights Live at Alpharetta Avalon, 400 Avalon Blvd. (6:00 PM)
• Live Music: Dave Lockwood at Six Bridges Crabapple, 1850 Heritage Walk in Milton (6:00 PM)
• A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare at 175 Roswell St. in Alpharetta (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Did you know that the Alpharetta dispatch center also services the Milton Police and Fire departments? The Milton Police kindly thanked the dispatch center employees by recently bringing them snacks and gifts. The gifts were made by the MPD Support Services Division. (Alpharetta Department of Public Safety via Facebook)
• Kudos to the Kings Ridge Christian School's varsity basketball team. They were "honored at the State Capitol by Georgia State Sen. Brandon Beach and Lt. Gov. Burt Jones for being A Division 1 State Champions!" Coach Bob Martin and four senior players were given a resolution outlining their accomplishments at the ceremony. (King's Ridge Christian School via Facebook)
• Would your child benefit from classes geared towards becoming a veterinarian? In the Little Vet Dog School, students will adopt their own plush dog and take care of it. They will do exams, perform stitches, remove ticks and more. Visit bit.ly/410nrN9 to enroll today. (City of Alpharetta Recreation, Parks, Cultural Services via Facebook)
• Antonio Criner, 26, from nearby Cumming has been arrested due to alleged stalking following a domestic dispute. He had been arrested earlier related to charges from aggravated assault with a gun, misdemeanor simple assault and misdemeanor cruelty to children. The later arrest is because he used an app to track and stalk the mother of his children. He followed her to a house and then tried to stop her from leaving. (Appen Media)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

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

Featured events:

• CME Schubert Trio — Piano, Violin & Cello (April 15)
• Latin Dance Party near Atlanta @ Tonys Johns Creek Sat April 15, 2023 (April 15)
• Online meeting with the roofing experts in Alpharetta (April 15)
• Saprea Battle of the Bands! (April 16)
• VIETRI Book Signing with Founder Susan Gravely - Italy on a Plate (April 17)
• Open rehearsals in April (April 20)
• Casa Nuova Community Block Party (April 30)
• Clinton Nature Preserve Exploration Challenge Group Hike (May 13)
• Add your event

Featured announcements:

• Senior Independent living, assisted living, and memory care listings! NEW LISTINGS (Details)
• Add your announcement

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. 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