🌱 Local Veteran Honored + LOST Tax Talks + Black Bear Sightings

Good morning, neighbors! It's me, Jessica Griffin, your host of the Roswell Daily — here to impart all the most important things happening locally.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 93 Low: 73.

👀 Attention local businesses & marketers: Attract more customers in Roswell by sponsoring this daily newsletter, which gets read by the same people you're trying to reach. Click here to learn more.

Here are the top four stories in Roswell today:

1. Tuesday Mayor Kurt Wilson honored Lieutenant Signal Corps Ron Sherman as an "Esteemed Veteran of Roswell.” He is Vietnam veteran and was acknowledged for his heroic service to our country and to the Roswell community. Ron Sherman is also a nationally esteemed photographer. Next month Sherman will be featured in the Visual Artist Showcase at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center. His note-worthy collection documents the American life since the 1960s. (roswellgov.com)
2. The black bear that was first seen in Alpharetta a few days ago, and was reported to be moving south, was spotted roaming through The Avalon on Sunday. The bear was soon struck by a vehicle, but quickly fled into a nearby wooded area. The Alpharetta Department of Public Safety is tracking the bear but are still warning residents to be cautious. Residents and visitors to the area are advised not to try to help the bear if it's seen. (11alive.com)
3. North Fulton cities are still in talks with Fulton County in regard to the division of shares of the countywide local option sales tax. In past years the tax was allocated based on each city’s population. The county kept a small portion for administrative fees. Cities in North Fulton, including Roswell depend on tax to help fund numerous expenses like park maintenance. The county now wants a bigger portion. Mayors from the 15 cities in North Fulton noted that this move will result in a loss worth millions in funding for city services. (appenmedia.com)
4. Fulton County Schools are facing a major dilemma. It is facing a bus driver shortage as school is due to start in less than two weeks. The director of Transportation for Fulton County Schools, Vickie Cross, has expressed that “this has been the worst driver shortage I’ve ever experienced.” The district is in need of almost 300 drivers to transport students. The county is attracting potential hires by offering a 3% pay increase. Until enough drivers are hired to satisfy the need, parents are asked to be patient as delays in pick-up and drop-off times may be experienced during the beginning of the school year. (11alive.com)

Today in Roswell:

• School Governance Council - Centennial HS (9 a.m.)
• Birdies & Beer Golf and Networking - Brookfield Country Club (3 p.m.)
• D&D Encounters – One-Shot Adventures (4 p.m.)
• Live Acoustic Music: Tyler Mclaughlin - Rock N Taco (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Campus to Culture Talk: The East Roswell Library will host a talk and Q&A about radicalized education in the US. Three keynote speakers will discuss this polarizing issue. The event takes place this evening and is open to the public. (eventbrite.com)
• City of Roswell: Mayor Kurt Wilson and Councilmember Will Morthland spoke with Recreation, Parks, Historic & Cultural Affairs Director Jeff Leatherman. They discussed the state and maintenance of the city’s parks. This video discussion is a part of “The Chat with Mayor Wilson” video series on the city's Facebook page. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Facebook)
• The Roswell PD: The Roswell Police Department has announced that they have reactivated their Nextdoor account. After a three year hiatus, the Roswell PD will resume posting news, BOLOS, updates and events on their Nextdoor page. They will accept DMs with important information, but reminded residents to call 911 in the event of an emergency. (nextdoor.com)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

• Claire Pearson Coaching — (Visit website)
• Add your business here

Events:

• Inspire Women Expo-2022 (July 30)
• Steven Quartly Annual Summertime Artist Show (July 30)
• Corporate Therapy Rocks Lucky's in Roswell! (July 30)
• Salsa ATL's Dinner & Latin Night @ Tonys Johns Creek July 30th (July 30)
• Intentional Parenting Summit: Presented by North Point Community Church (July 31)
• A Festival of Music (July 31)
• Taxes in Retirement Seminar (August 8)
• GO Kickball Fall Leagues - Registration Deadline Aug 24 (August 24)
• Add your event

Announcements:

• Tapped In Fit Boxing Club After School Program (Details)
• Add your announcement

Gigs & services:

• Masonry repairs (Details)
• $200 Paid Research – Vapers Needed (Details)
• Add your gig or service

Job listings:

• Executive Banquet Chef (Details)
• Add your job listing

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with 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.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Roswell Daily? Contact me at Roswell@Patch.com