Andrew Young spars with Sandy Springs over halfway house zoning issues

Former Atlanta mayor and Ambassador to the United Nations Andrew Young is stepping up to defend a Sandy Springs halfway house embroiled in controversy over zoning codes.

The mission of the nonprofit Mary Hall Freedom House, which currently houses more than 100 women and children in 33 condos at Reserve of Dunwoody, is to help women transition out of homelessness, drug addiction, and poverty. … Read More »

Dunwoody to mark city’s anniversary Dec. 10 with cake at City Hall

Dunwoody residents can enjoy a slice of cake before the City Council’s Dec. 10 meeting as part of a small 10-year anniversary celebration. The city canceled its Dec. 1 anniversary event planned at Pernoshal Park due to inclement weather.  The “sweet” celebration will be from 5:45 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the atrium at Dunwoody City Hall, 4800 Ashford-Dunwoody Road.… Read More »

Former prep school coach accused of trying to meet boy after ‘sexual’ chat on Fortnite

Note from Audra:  This has NOTHING to do with Dunwoody and surrounding areas.  I’m simply posting this so you can be aware that this is the second incident I’ve heard about with malice associated with Fornite chatting.   The first being DHS kid who was “swatted” by a fellow gamer out of the country and accused of threatening his school.Read More »

Stroll, Skate & Sip at Park Tavern’s Ugly Sweater Stroll This Weekend

Partygoers are invited to don their ugliest holiday sweaters during Park Tavern’s Ugly Sweater Stroll through Piedmont Park on Saturday, December 8, 2018. Featuring holiday fun for the whole family from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., guests can enjoy hot toddies, s’mores, DJ NAKD spinning holiday jams, photo stations, free ice skating at The Rink Powered by Pepsi and much more.… Read More »

$2,000+ Gatlinburg, TN Winter Wonderland Giveaway!

The Aha! Connection is partnering with 365 Atlanta Traveler to giveaway a WEEKEND!

Imagine a family winter getaway that you’ll remember for years to come! You have the opportunity to treat your family to a sensational escape into the mountains of gorgeous Gatlinburg, TN!

From a cozy cabin rental to fun and frolic at the attractions on the Parkway, this giveaway is meant to warm your heart and reconnect the family.  … Read More »

Dunwoody Police Christmas for Kids toy drive has started – toy bins located at City Hall.

The Dunwoody Police Department is excited to announce that their Christmas for Kids toy drive has started. Their goal this year bring a little Christmas joy to 100+ local children. New and unwrapped toys & gifts can be dropped off at the police department 24/7 (4800 Ashford Dunwoody Rd). 

The goal is to have all the toys we need by December 7th – can you help?… Read More »

DHS Principal recognizes fencers

Dunwoody High School principal Priscilla Cole and fencing faculty-sponsor Cecilia Forbes congratulate fencers Sam James and Sara Gelber on bringing more Georgia High School Fencing League medals to DHS.
Sam earned gold in the mens event while Sara earned bronze in the womens. Both fencers are looking forward to having home field advantage when Dunwoody hosts the GHSFL tournament on December 15th… Read More »

Free Science Tutoring at Dunwoody High School

The Science National Honor Society students at Dunwoody High School are offering free tutoring sessions. These sessions are available every Thursday morning beginning at 7:30 and Thursday afternoons right after school in Room 1707. The Biology EOC is on Friday, December 7 and the tutors are more than qualified to help with that subject and most other science courses offered at Dunwoody High School.… Read More »

Contact:

Elizabeth Cowan
Elizabethcowan89@gmail.com

Dunwoody HS fencers take gold and bronze

In the Georgia High School Fencing League tournament hosted by Roswell High School, DHS fencers brought home gold and bronze.
Sam James earned gold in the mens event and Sara Gelber earned bronze in the womens event. Both fencers have qualified to represent Dunwoody High School in the GHSFL Individual Championship tournament and are coached by Kathy Vail and Carol Hickey… Read More »

The 21 Things This College Mom Wants For Christmas

I’m the mom of a college student, and since I am, thankfully, still in possession of my two front teeth, all I want for Christmas these days pretty much comes down to a few simple wishes.

 

  1. To send my college student this text: “what meals do you want me to make for you while you’re on break?”
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