I attended the Alpharetta Arts Streetfest this year (April 21-22, 2007) and I must admit that the local photographers — and those from across the US — were a personal highlight of the event. As a photobug myself, I really enjoyed seeing the work of others showcased. Read the rest of this entry »

A recent surge in thefts from vehicles is making the crime blotter.

• Theft by taking – Riverwalk Terrace – 30024 - The victims’ ladder and handgun was taken from his vehicle. There were no signs of forced entry. Read the rest of this entry »

Do you have a home that has a mailbox with a brick or stucco surround that is over fifteen years old? If so, chances are good that you have the same problem that I recently addressed. The hinge on my mailbox door was rusted to the point that the door would frequently fall off and end up in the street. I am pretty handy at fixing things but this problem stumped me. It looked like it would be next to impossible to remove the old metal mailbox and then try to squeeze a new one in its place. I had a big problem but as luck would have it I received a flyer that offered salvation. Read the rest of this entry »