🌱Local Man Looses 80K In Scam + Roswell Lacrosse Breaks BT's Record

Hello there, Roswell! I'm here in your inbox this Tuesday morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town. Because community news matters! In today's issue, you'll find updates on:

• A mural has been unveiled at CNC.
• Household hazardous waste collection day in May.
• The county will hire a new principal for a Roswell school by the end of the school year.

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Times of clouds and sun. High: 68 Low: 52.

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Here are the top four stories today in Roswell:

1. A Roswell man reported to police that he has lost about $80,000 in a sweepstakes scam. The victim told police that he received a call from someone claiming to be a representative from Publisher’s Clearing House who stated that he had won $10.5 million and a car. He was instructed that his only duty was to dispatch payments for the taxes and other expenses in relation to this win. Before he realized he had been scammed, the victim sent approximately $120,000 to six different people. He was able stop the payments on checks amounting to $40,000, however $80,000 had already been cashed. The resident gave the Roswell Police Department his records of the names and addresses to which he mailed checks to. (appenmedia.com)
2. The city's annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day will take place on May 13 from from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the Public Works, Transportation, and Fire Facilities on Hembree Rd. This will be an opportunity for Roswell residents to dispose of hazardous waste and materials safely. This collection day is not for commercial businesses, but for residential citizens only. The city will be taking materials such as turpentine, household cleaners, pesticides, gasoline, mercury thermometers, motor oil and much more. They will not take latex and oil-based paint; these items are accepted at the Roswell Recycling Center. More information about Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day can be found on the City of Roswell's website. (thegeorgiasun.com)
3. Fulton county Schools has released more information regarding the abrupt departure of River Eves Elementary School's principal. Former Principal Matthew Donahoe suddenly resigned on April 13 for personal reasons. His resignation was effective immediately and parents were notified that same day. Brian Noyes, the Chief Communications Officer for Fulton County Schools, says that the county's goal is to "announce a new principal 'before the end of the school year so they can work over the summer.'” Fulton County Schools also reiterated that Donahoe's reason for leaving was strictly personal and not related to administrative actions. The county will look to receive public feedback and opinion by issuing a survey to parents of River Eves ES students, teachers, and staff. The survey will remain open until Friday, April 28. (appenmedia.com)
4. A tense boys lacrosse matchup between rivals Roswell High School and Blessed Trinity High School occurred on Friday April 21. In this final game of the season, the Blessed Trinity Titans vied to keep their undefeated season record. The game was intense the entire way through, and both teams' scores remained close throughout each quarter. By the fourth quarter the teams were tied, however with 1:36 left in the game, Roswell player, Hill Plunkett scored and put Roswell in the lead. The Hornets were able to run the game out, take the win, and break Blessed Trinity's record. (newsbreak.com)

Today in Roswell:

• Welcome Chat, Walk and Talk - Roswell Senior Center (9:00 AM)
• Ongoing Conversation: Assembly Point Exhibition - Roswell Visual Arts Center (10:00 AM)
• Roswell Garden Club Meeting - Bill Johnson Community Activity Building (10:00 AM)
• Celebrate Penguin Day - Roswell Library (10:00 AM)
• ESL Conversation Class - East Roswell Library (10:30 AM)
• Bask Wine Tasting - Bask Steakhouse (5:00 PM)
• Community Development & Transportation Committee Meeting - City Hall (5:00 PM)
• Mystery Readers Book Club - Roswell Library (6:30 PM)
• Team Trivia - Houck's Grille (7:00 PM)
• Tuesday Trivia - Big Oak Tavern (7:30 PM)
• Music Bingo and Taco - Rock N Taco Roswell (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: Sharon Izzo, the Director of the Environmental and Public Works Department, and City of Roswell Councilmember, Sarah Beeson, have been named among “The Most Influential Women in Georgia Engineering.” They received this acclaimed acknowledgement from Engineering Georgia Magazine. They were recognized for their contributions to the engineering field. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Facebook)
• City of Roswell, Georgia: Help the city celebrate Drinking Water Week during the second week of May. Roswell will kickoff the celebration on Saturday, May 6 with the Drinking Water Festival beginning at 10:00 AM. This week is set aside to show appreciation for the little things, like the process taken to deliver clean drinking water. (City of Roswell, Georgia via Instagram)
• Roswell Soccer Club: The Roswell Santos are congratulating one of their own. Alden is a senior and 06 DPL team player in the soccer club. She will continue her academic studies and soccer career with the D1 school, Liberty University. Way to go Alden! (Roswell Soccer Club via Facebook)
• Community Support Manager Emily Luce, Fulton County Animal Services: Fulton County Animal Services have issued a roster of animals that were found on April 21. They are asking that residents review the records from their recent intakes. They are asking for those who have lost a pet or would like to help to contact their department for more information. (Nextdoor)
• Roswell, Georgia Arts Fund: Thomas Turner's new mural that was commissioned by the Chattahoochee Nature Center has been unveiled. This unique staircase mural captures the beauty and essence of nature in the Chattahoochee River ecosystem. The artist has also created 127 prints of the mural, in which all proceeds from the sales will benefit the nature center. (Roswell, Georgia Arts Fund 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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