🌱 Local Doctor To Judge For The AKC + Local Business Defrauded

Hello, Roswell! I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Hope you all have a great day. Today's issue includes...

• Mayor Pro Tem Hall talks about her Shero.
• St. Patrick's Day 2023 begins this weekend.
• Weekend road closures

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Here are the top three stories today in Roswell:

1. The American Kennel Club (AKC) is a not-for-profit organization that keeps the world's largest registry of purebred dogs. The club also officiates the sport of purebred dogs in the United States. The American Kennel Club has announced the roster of judges for the 2023 AKC National Championship. One of the judges is Dr. Carmen Battaglia of Roswell. Dr. Battaglia will be a judge for the herding category. The championship will be presented by Royal Canin, a provider of science-based feline and canine health nutrition products. The 2023 AKC National Championship takes place on December 16 and 17 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. (www.kolotv.com)
2. For International Women's Day on March 8, City Council Mayor Pro Tem Christine Hall shared with the community about those who inspired her. Councilmember Hall's shero is her mother, a Polish immigrant, who was able to build a fruitful career in real estate. She also shares her knowledge and advice for women in leadership as well as those who aim to hold positions in leadership. Councilmember Hall's International Women's Day video message is posted on the city's social media pages. (facebook.com)
3. A local business near the Roswell-Alpharetta border on Mansell Court is the victim of a $24,000 fraud incident that was reported on February 16. Representatives from the business told police that one of their company checks had been made out for $24,685 to be paid to a company called “Jenkins Beds And Mattresses.” The CEO also stated that this charge is not related to their business and they have no knowledge about the "mysterious" company. The CEO is unaware how their business account could have been jeopardized. The police have yet to identify a suspect in this case. (appenmedia.com)

Today in Roswell:

• March Real Café - Lucky's Burger & Brew (10:00 AM)
• Story Time with Ms. Heather - Roswell Library (10:30 AM)
• Needlecrafters Meeting Group - Roswell Library (1:00 PM)
• Downtown Development Authority Meeting - City Hall (3:30 PM)
• Roswell HS VB Tennis vs Pope HS (4:00 PM)
• Premier of 65 Movie - Aurora Cineplex (4:30 PM)
• Premier of SCREAM VI - Aurora Cineplex (5:00 PM)
• In-Person Pride Circle - The Open Mind Center (6:00 PM)
• Roswell HS V Baseball vs Cambridge HS (6:00 PM)
• Anna LaPrad Acoustic Set - Osteria Mattone (6:00 PM)
• Roswell Recreation Commission Work Session - Cultural Arts Center (6:30 PM)
• BYTE: A Night of Cuisine, Cocktails, & Computers - Computer Museum of America (6:30 PM)
• Stolpman Vineyards Wine Dinner - Deep Roots Wine Mkt & Tasting Room (6:30 PM)
• Premier of Champions - Aurora Cineplex (7:20 PM)

From my notebook:

• City of Roswell, Georgia: The City of Roswell observed International Women's Day on Wednesday, March 8. The city showed its support and celebrated the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The staff wore the official color of International Women's Day, purple. They will also light City Hall with purple light for the entire month. (City of Roswell, Georgia via Instagram)
• Roswell Inc: The new SK Battery America (SKBA) regional IT hub is expected to create 200 high-tech jobs while also investing about $19 million over the next few years. Their new IT hub is located right here in Roswell. (Roswell Inc via Twitter)
• Visit Roswell: Get ready for St. Patrick's Day 2023. Roswell's festivities will begin this weekend and will continue throughout next weekend. The Michael O'Neal Singers will even perform an Irish concert on March 17. Check out Visit Roswell's website or the links in their social media bios for an itinerary of six can't-miss St. Patrick's Day activities. (Visit Roswell GA via Instagram)
• Roswell, Georgia Recreation, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs: Part of the Big Creek Boardwalk closed on March 8 for construction. A 100-foot section of the boardwalk that lies north of the Mansell Road Overpass, will be closed off for at least a month. This closure affects the section of the trail that connects Roswell to Alpharetta. (Roswell, Georgia Recreation, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs via Facebook)
• Roswell, Georgia Special Events: Due to the Running of the Leprechauns 5k road race on Saturday, March 11, there will be some road closures near Riverside Rd. The closures are expected to start at 7:45 AM and are expected to reopen by 9:30 AM. (Roswell, Georgia Special Events via Instagram)

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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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