🌱 Ray's Celebrates 25 Years + Making Roads Safer

Good morning, friends. It's Sunday in Alpharetta-Milton and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in our community. Today you'll read about...

• Ray's Killer Creek celebrates being in business for 25 years.
• Input needed for Alpharetta's Road Safety Action Plan.
• Woman arrested for assault at La Quinta Inn and Suites in Roswell.

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Today will be mostly cloudy with a high of 70 and low of 45.

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Here are the top stories today in Alpharetta-Milton:

1. Ray's at Killer Creek, owned by Ray Schoenbaum, has been in business for 25 years! It has always been at the same location - 1700 Mansell Road in Alpharetta. This restaurant's brunch features bottomless mimosas, buffet with eggs, waffles, prime rib, salmon and more! "Ray’s hot towel service, hot plates, serving of the sides to guests and constant involvement facilities are a few ways the classic eatery differentiates itself from similar restaurants, Schoenbaum said. " (Alpharetta-Milton Patch)
2. The City of Alpharetta is looking for public input on how make Alpharetta's roads safer. They are working on a Road Safety Action Plan to identify areas for opportunity that includes statistics and public input. The public is encouraged to fill out a survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/82LWBYB . In addition, there is a community meeting on this topic at Alpharetta City Hall from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 19. This meeting will include discussions with engineers and traffic engineers about crash rates and opportunities for improvement. (City of Alpharetta GA via Facebook)
3. Roswell police arrested a woman for assault at the La Quinta Inn and Suites on Holcomb Bridge Road. She called police because she had allegedly been attacked by a man at that hotel. When they arrived, both the man and woman had injuries, and police determined that the woman had thrown a lamp, bit his hand and headbutted the man. Police also learned that the "woman had a warrant issued by Cobb County for aggravated assault". The woman was taken to North Fulton Hospital and later to the Fulton County jail. (Appen)
4. A former teacher from Greater Atlanta Christian School in nearby Norcross is being investigated for sexual misconduct . The alleged events occurred in the 1980's and the school has engaged an independent investigator to research them. The teacher has not been identified and the school is asking alumni to come forward with any information. Anyone who has information about past incidents is asked to email GreaterAtlantaChristianSchool@tmusallc.com or call 646-445-7591. (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
5. A number of students at Gwinnett Dental Career Academy in Suwanee are Afghan refugees who have escaped from the Taliban's reign of terror. Non-profit International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Atlanta is paying their tuition, and the students are pursuing careers in dental assistance; some students have become dentists as well. "The students express their gratitude for the support they've received". (11Alive.com WXIA).

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• Easter Bunny at Avalon at 400 Avalon Blvd. in Alpharetta (10:00 AM)
• Palm Sunday Services at St James United Methodist Church, 3000 Webb Bridge Road in Alpharetta (11:00 AM)
• Visit with the Easter Bunny at the North Point Mall, 1000 North Point Circle in Alpharetta (11:30 AM)
• The Original Selfie Museum at the North Point Mall, 1000 North Point Circle in Alpharetta (12:00 PM)
• Dino Safari…A Walk Thru Adventure at the North Point Mall, 1000 North Point Circle in Alpharetta (12:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Milton has a new Police officer, Officer Taylor. Officer Taylor was officially sworn in by Chief Austin this afternoon. He previously worked the Hapeville Police Department, and was sworn in by Chief Austin last week. He is starting field training this week. (Milton Police Department via Facebook)
• Crabapple Market, located at 12650 Crabapple Road in Milton,has its first Shop, Sip & Stroll on Friday, April 14th from 5 - 8pm! There will be live music, refreshments and shopping. "If you are interested in being a vendor, email Erin Freeman at efreeman@orkinandassociates.com." (Crabapple)
• Students at Crabapple Crossing Elementary recently had a “Career Day” presentation from Milton City officials and staff, including Mayor Peyton Jamison and Councilmember Andrea Verhoff. They learned about the fire department, parks and recreation and city government. The Colts had the opportunity to ask questions at the end. (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
• There is severe overcrowding at animal shelters in our area and over 480 dogs need a home within the next two weeks. The Fulton County animal shelter has 350 dogs and 200 must find homes. The others are in Dekalb County, Midtown and the LifeLine Community Animal Center.If you're interested in more information and possibly adopting click here. (WSB Atlanta)

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