🌱 Shooting At Home Off Barrington Dr. + Roswell Rivers Alive Cleanup

Hello, friends and neighbors. It's Wednesday in Roswell and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Hope you all have a great day. Today you'll find news about...

• Roswell's quarterback interviewed.
• More openings announced at the fire department.
• Hey dog-lovers, The Doggy Daze of Summer is almost here!

But first, today's weather: Hot with more sun than clouds. High: 92 Low: 69.

Here are the top stories today in Roswell:

1. In conjunction with the statewide initiative to clean and upkeep the 70,100 miles of rivers and streams throughout Georgia, Keep Roswell Beautiful and the City of Roswell will host its Rivers Alive Cleanup event on Saturday, Sept. 16. This project is dependent on local volunteers to clean the banks of the Chattahoochee River, streams, and storm drains. Riverside Park, Old Roswell Cemetery, Bulloch Hall are just some of the cleanup sites for this year's event. Last year, 184 volunteers collected 4,400 pounds of garbage, marked over 200 storm drains, and removed numerous invasive plants from the city's waterways. Sept. 11 is the deadline for volunteers to sign-up to participate in the 2023 Roswell’s Rivers Alive Cleanup. (Newsbreak)
2. On the night of Friday, Sept. 2, a 23-year-old man was arrested in connection with a shooting that resulted in one person being injured. The incident is reported to have occurred after the victim was dropped off to a residence on Barrington Drive; the alleged shooter, who was identified as Derrick Washington, was already at the home when the victim arrived. The report states that the victim then approached Washington in the driveway, and Washington responded by presenting a handgun and firing multiple shots at the victim. The man was hit once in the arm. Washington was arrested and was taken to Fulton County Jail. He is facing charges of aggravated assault. (Atlanta News First)
3. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution recently sat down with K.J. Smith, the quarterback for the Roswell Hornets, for an interview. For the past two years, Smith has been a starter for the team, and led the team to the 2022 Class 6A semifinals. The Hornets hold a 3-0 record so far this season and are ranking fifth in their division. He was asked to compare the team's strengths and weaknesses of this season versus the previous season. He also talked about his skillset, what sets him apart as a player, and the importance of the upcoming game with Milton High School. He also told the news outlet that he has one offer from Alabama State University, and that he's being advised to "continue to do what you’re doing and have patience," as the recruiting process for the quarterback position is very different from that of any other position. (Newsbreak)

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Today in Roswell:

Wednesday, September 6

• Double Vision Gallery — Chattahoochee Nature Center (10:00 AM)
• Morning ESL Classes — Roswell Library (10:30 AM)
• Storytime by the River — Chattahoochee Nature Center (10:30 AM)
• Preschool Storytime — East Roswell Library (11:00 AM)
• Chef Takeover with Chef Robert Trevino — Madrid Spanish Taverna (6:00 PM)
• "Feckin' Around" Comedy Night — Mac McGee Roswell (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• City of Roswell, Georgia Fire Department: The Roswell FD has announced more openings within their department. They are now looking to hire a Fire & Life Safety Plans Examiner, a lateral firefighter, and a Division Chief of Emergency Management. More information can be found on the city's website. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Facebook)
• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: The City of Roswell's Doggy Daze of Summer event will take place this upcoming Saturday, Sept. 9 from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. This free canine appreciation day will be held at East Roswell Park, and will feature a DJ, food trucks, and activities that are just for dogs. (City of Roswell, Georgia via Instagram)
• SBLive Georgia: At its 2023 season opener, the Roswell Hornets football department commemorated their late player, Robbie Roper, who passed away in 2021. At the game, the football department retired the No. 5 jersey that Roper wore. (SBLive Georgia via X)
• Roswell365: As usual, the Roswell365 team is keeping the city up to date with all of this week's events and activities. Tomorrow, the Visual Arts Center will be holding a two-day workshop that will teach about stained glass. Music on the Hill will return this Friday at City Hall, and The New Horizons Pops Band will perform at Riverside Park on Sunday, Sept. 10. (Roswell365 via Instagram)
• City of Roswell, Georgia Cultural Arts: Author William Kent Krueger's newest novel, "The River We Remember," went on sale yesterday. He will be holding a discussion on Sept. 29, and a workshop for writers on Sept. 30 at the Cultural Arts Center. (City of Roswell, Georgia Cultural Arts Center via Facebook)
• GasTracker in Georgia: Gas prices continue to remain consistent with those of previous weeks. According to GasBuddy, prices for fuel in Roswell range from $3.63 to $3.79. The Exxon gas station located 4780 Alabama Road NE and the QuikTrip at 4635 Woodstock Road have the least expensive gas in town right now. Both stations are charging $3.63 for regular grade gasoline. (GasTracker in Georgia via Newsbreak)

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That's it for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with your next 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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