🌱Grant Funds To Be Used For Groveway Apts. +City Task Force Concerns

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• American Legion Post 201 awards seniors with scholarships.
• Popular musical comes Roswell Cultural Arts Center.
• Alive in Roswell scheduled for next week.

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Now, today's weather: Humid with a thunderstorm. High: 89 Low: 73.

Here are the top stories in Roswell today:

1. $434,000 of the funds from the Community Development Block Grant will be used to demolish and redevelop Groveway Apartments. The City Council voted on this proposal at the council meeting on July 10. Funds that were previously awarded to the city and had yet to be spent, will also be used for this construction project. “We’re setting a precedent of being the first administration to really invest any time, much less any energy, into rescuing an old dog— 199 Groveway,” Roswell City Councilwoman Lee Hills said. Eighty percent of the money will be used for the demolition alone; the additional 20 percent of the funds will be spent on administration and planning. (Appen Media)
2. Critics of the newly appointed city task force are speaking up and making their concerns known. Those with concerns fear that the panel that was chosen may not be "open to all viewpoints." Jenna Aronowitz, the owner of 1920 Tavern, applied for the task force, but she was not chosen. Aronowitz said, “It’s possible this entire task force will be a sham.” The owner of Canton Street's Table & Main is hopeful that the task force is genuine, honest, and will take all opinions regarding the Canton Street closure. The task force's first report is due in 45 days. (Newsbreak)
3. North Fulton's American Legion Post 201 in Alpharetta has awarded $1,500 in scholarships to four recent high school graduates. The scholarships recipients were announced at the organization's meeting on Tuesday, June 20. Jack Parsons, a 2023 graduate of Blessed Trinity High School in Roswell, was one of the Legion's scholarship winners. He will attend Auburn University in the fall. (Appen Media)

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Today in Roswell:

Friday, July 14

• Barefoot Puppets presents "Galapagos George" — Roswell Cultural Arts Center (10:00 AM)
• Midday Book Club — Roswell Library (11:00 AM)
• Star Wars: Shatterpoint Learn to Play Event — Caffeinated Gamers (6:00 PM)
• Music on the Hill — Roswell City Hall (7:00 PM)
• Live Music w/ Bear Bones Band — Oak St. Bottle Shop (7:30 PM)
• Roswell Ghost Tour: Kristin — Roswell Visitor's Center (8:00 PM)
• After Phish Party w/ Voodoo Visionary — From the Earth Brewing (11:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Roswell Inc: The next Alive in Roswell is coming up on July 20 in Downtown Roswell. Also, check out the Block Party on Plum Tree Street that is sponsored by Deep Roots Wine Market, Madrid Spanish Taverna and Vin 25 Bistro. (Roswell Inc via Facebook)
• North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC): If you're looking for ways to help serve the community, NFCC is hiring. The Roswell nonprofit is looking for a new donor operations services associate to greet donors and receive donations for the pantry and thrift shop. Visit NFCC's website for more information and to apply. (North Fulton Community Charities via Instagram)
• City of Roswell, Georgia Recreation, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs: The Roswell Cultural Arts Center and the Georgia Ensemble Theatre are bringing the musical, "Almost Heaven: John Denver's America," to the Roswell Cultural Arts Center. In this production, five actors will sing and act out the stories that shaped John Denver's life, beliefs, and passion. The show will run Aug. 25 through Aug. 27. Tickets will go on sale today, July 14. (City of Roswell, Georgia Recreation, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs via Facebook)
• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: If have old and/or unused paint and you're not quite sure how to get rid of it, the Roswell Recycling Center is your answer. The city has shared a video for residents to learn how to dispose of paint properly. Visit the City of Roswell social media pages and website for more information and to view the instructional video. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Instagram)

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— Jessica Griffin

About me: My name is Jessica Griffin and I am a native of Roswell, Georgia. I have been in the Roswell-Alpharetta community for over 30 years. As a native "Roswellian", I embody, participate, and support all things local. Community is at the core of all of us, and I aim to convey the collectiveness and unity that should be promoted and celebrated throughout our community. Being a mother, a writer, a student of history, and the arts are my passions.

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