🌱 Houck's Grille Takes On New Concept + City Opts To Hire An Analyst

Hello, friends! I'm back in your inbox this warm morning with everything you need to know about what's happening these days in Roswell. Today you'll find news about these stories and more:

• The Roswell 911 Communications Center honored at annual APCO conference.
• Fellowship Christian beats Mount Pisgah at the Corky Kell-Dave Hunter Classic.
• Next week is Qualifying Week for the City of Roswell Municipal Election.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Mostly sunny. High: 88 Low: 67.
• Sunday: Sunshine and hot. High: 92 Low: 71.

Here are the top stories today in Roswell:

1. Houck's Grille on Crabapple Road is rebranding, and will become Coastal Bar, Grill & Chill in September. Houck's Grille has upheld a good reputation in the community. In a press release, Jerome Stuart, the operations director of Coastal Bar, Grill & Chill said, “Coastal aims to build upon this legacy by introducing new culinary creations while paying homage to Houck’s classics." The founder of the restaurant, Carolyn Bradfield, believes it was time for a refresh. The new brand will still have live music and Tuesday night trivia. A tribute to Bill and Judy Houck, the original Houck’s Grille creators, will be held on Aug. 27. (Newsbreak)
2. The seven members of the Canton Street Task Force attended the Mayor and City Council workshop on Friday morning. The groups agreed that more information needs to be obtained in order to gain the most knowledge possible on how closing Canton Street would affect local businesses and the community as a whole. The city will now hire an analyst before they come to a decision about the proposed project. The city wants to continue with their plan to close Canton Street to vehicles from Elizabeth Way to Webb Street during the period from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. (WSB-TV)
3. Roswell's Fellowship Christian School recently went up against and defeated nearby Mount Pisgah Christian School. The two football teams played each other at the Corky Kell-Dave Hunter Classic on Aug. 18. The game was the season opener for both teams. The Paladins defeated the Patriots with a 38-3 win. This was also the first game the team played under its new coach, John Thompson. There were many highlights during the game including a 92-yard touchdown run and several interceptions. The Paladins are headed to Sharpsburg next week to compete against Trinity Christian. (Newsbreak)

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Today and tomorrow in Roswell:

Saturday, August 19

• Free Fitness in the Park: Pilates — Riverside Park (9:00 AM)
• TYSOD Open House — Tolbert Yilmaz School of Dance (10:00 AM)
• The Great Southeast Pollinator Census — Barrington Hall (10:00 AM)
• History Seek Saturdays: 19th Century Dance — Mimosa Hall (12:00 PM)
• Area 13.1 Half Marathon (10K - 5K) — Riverside Park (7:00 PM)
• Reckless Live — Rock 'N' Taco (9:30 PM)

Sunday, August 20

• Summer Adventures Day — Chattahoochee Nature Center (12:00 PM)
• Aiden Fisher Live Music — Gate City Brewing Company (1:00 PM)
• The Roswell Music Club: Denielle Wilson — Mimosa Hall (3:30 PM)
• Southern Rock Sunday — Rock 'N' Taco Roswell (4:00 PM)
• Music Bingo — From the Earth Brewing (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• City of Roswell, Georgia Police Department: Director Potrzebowski and other members from the Roswell 911 Communications Center, took a recent trip to Nashville, Tennessee, to attend the annual conference for the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials' (APCO). The team was also acknowledged for keeping their accreditation from one of APCO's training programs and for obtaining re-accreditation via the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). (City of Roswell, Georgia Police Department via Instagram)
• Roswell Inc: The votes are in, and the winners of the Summer Sippin' contest have been announced. Madrid Spanish Taverna's Flor De Espana cocktail topped the list in the alcoholic drink category. Pop's Coffee Co. had the best non-alcoholic drink. The coffee shop's Orange Creamcycle Latte took first place in that category. (Roswell Inc via Facebook)
• City of Roswell, Georgia: Qualifying Week for the City of Roswell Municipal Election in November is next week, Aug. 21 through Aug. 25. For those who would like to become a candidate for one of the open post seats on the council or for a municipal judge, are to come to City Hall to go through the qualifying process. Requirements for eligibility and the necessary fee associated to qualify, can be found on the City of Roswell's website. (City of Roswell, Georgia via Instagram)
• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: The city is reminding residents that there will be a few road closures this evening due to the Area 13.1/Alien Half Marathon. Portions of Willeo Road, Azalea Drive, Riverside Road, and Dogwood Road will be closed for the race. These closures are noted to last from 6:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Facebook)
• Roswell Arts Fund: The musical duo, Wild Iris Rose, will be "ArtAround: Pathways" performers on Sunday, Aug. 20. This 70's cover group will entertain the city with a "splash of glamour, fun and wow" at the Riverside Park Stage at 3 p.m. (Roswell arts Fund via Instagram)

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

— 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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