Thursday, May 9, 2013
ERA Sunrise Realty ranked number 283 in the REAL Trends 500.
According to a recent research report produced by REAL Trends, the 500 largest residential real estate brokerage firms in the nation - including Alpharetta's ERA Sunrise Realty - controlled just over 2 million residential sales transactions in 2012. According to REAL Trends, the transactions represent close to 29.8 percent of all new and resale transactions completed by brokers during the year. Yet, the REAL Trends 500 represented less than three-fifths of one percent of all brokerage firms. The 500 mega-brokers closed 2,290,269 home transactions with a value of over $624 billion during 2012. ERA Sunrise Realty, which is headquartered in Canton, but has an Alpharetta office, ranked number 283 in the REAL Trends 500 with 2007 residential …
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Stop by the bank on May 18 to join the fun.
Georgia’s Own Credit Union will once again host its annual Green Day event in Alpharetta, according to a recent press release. Stop by the bank on May 18 to enjoy refreshments, green giveaways, music, and kids’ activities. There will also be a free shred truck on site, so bring any personal documents you need shredded. "One of the Credit Union’s core values is environmental responsibility," said Allison Kimbrell, vice president of marketing for Georgia’s Own Credit Union. "By working to conserve resources, we are not only generating a positive impact on our local economy, we are improving the environment of the communities we serve." In everyday business, Georgia’s Own also practices sustainability by using recycled materials in new …
The new burger joint, located at 5475 Windward Parkway, opened for business Tuesday, May 7.
Alpharetta dining options have expanded this week with the addition of BurgerFi on Windward Parkway. The area's newest burger joint "brings a modern and healthy twist to the classic favorite roadside burger stand of the 50s and 60s," according to the company's public relations team. The restaurant features a "made-to-order menu of all-natural, farm-raised beef, specialty hot dogs, fresh-cut French fries, desserts and craft beer and wine." BurgerFi never freezes its burgers, which are made from all-natural Angus beef from cattle that are humanely raised, 100 percent antibiotic and hormone free, as well as sustainably farmed. The restaurant also serves hot dogs, fresh cut French fries, onion rings and frozen custards. According to the …
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Here are some local jobs we've found this week. Send available positions to christine.foster@patch.com for free posting.
Studio Receptionist - Cady Studios - Alpharetta A receptionist is needed to greet, check-in and check-out clients. Applicants should have great communication skills, be a team player, basic reading ability, writing and arithmetic skills. For more information, or to apply, visit the website. Servers and Bartenders - Adele's - Roswell Adele's is now accepting applications for "friendly, energetic, highly motivated individuals who will thrive in a fast paced, team oriented environment." Applicants must be experienced, professional and sophisticated, have dependable transportation is required, with a minimum of two years of job experience and able to obtain a Roswell pouring permit. For more information or to apply, visit Craigslist.com. Kids…
Monday, May 6, 2013
Check the website for special events and activities this week in our area.
As the economy continues its slow recovery, many people continue to struggle to find and keep good jobs. However, Goodwill of North Georgia has reason to celebrate since last year, the nonprofit helped more than 10,200 people find employment through the variety of job training programs and employment services. "When you give to Goodwill or shop in our stores, you are helping people who lack education or work experience, those who have disabilities, youth, veterans and others who may be having a hard time finding employment," said Elaine Armstrong, director of public relations. "This year, our Goodwill Industries Week events will focus on thanking our supporters and helping more North Georgians find work." Every year since 1951, Goodwill …
Saturday, May 4, 2013
The Invest in Our Vets event at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre wasn't quite washed out, but weather cut the number of attendees.
The Scott Rigsby Foundation already is planning next year's Invest in Our Vets hiring expo, despite wind wreaking havoc with Friday's inaugural event. The veterans hiring expo was held in conjunction with the Alliance Ride, a series of cycling and handycling events in support of Georgia Warriors, who are veterans of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Storm. Unfortunately the weather system being brought in by those high winds on Friday afternoon also caused the postponement of all Saturday races in the Alliance Ride. But on Friday afternoon those businesses who set up tables at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre for Invest in Our Vets were pleased with the quality of the veterans seeking jobs. See the accompanying video to hear what…
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Friday, May 3, 2013
Eating out this weekend? Here's the dish on Alpharetta and North Fulton restaurants.
From the Fulton County Department of Health and Wellness, here are the results of some recent area restaurant inspections in North Fulton. Code violations are included for scores below B. See all violations by clicking on "Last inspection" under each restaurant name. Dulce Chocolat 3960 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta 30005 Last inspection: April 24, Score: 100, Grade: A Ichaban 5306 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta 30004 Last inspection: April 23, Score: 99, Grade: A Life Time Fitness - Life Cafe 855 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta 30005 Last inspection: April 24, Score: 95, Grade: A Qdoba Mexican Grill 5530 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta 30004 Last inspection: April 23, Score: 95, Grade: A Tarahumata Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar 12050 Etris …
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
The Tenet Hero is part of Tenet Healthcare Corporation’s recognition program for employees.
Local nurse, Micah Brown, has been named a Tenet Hero, according to a recent announcement by North Fulton Hospital. Brown, a breast health nurse navigator, has combined a generous and tirelessly compassionate nature during her decade long career in nursing. Her role begins the moment a woman finds out she has a breast problem or earlier, when she is just worried that she might. According to her managers, Brown is there with a compassion that goes beyond duty to answer questions, hold a hand during a biopsy and offer a comforting and consoling word to ease fears and anxiety. "It’s Micah the patients love because she puts them at ease and takes them by the hand, leading them through every step in the process," says Dr. Laura Rivers-Pearson…
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
AJC survey recognizes local companies as great places to work.
Some Alpharetta businesses have been named "Top Workplaces" in a survey by The Atlanta Journal Constitution. One hundred and twenty-three companies in the metro area made it to the list based on surveys given to employees. Businesses recognized in Alpharetta include:
Here are some of the jobs we've found locally this week. Send available positions to christine.foster@patch.com for free posting.
Health Advisor Sales - Independent Producers of America - Alpharetta Independent Producers of America is looking for an insurance advisor who will be responsible for the selling of a variety of health insurance options to small businesses and entrepreneurs. The representative should have excellent interpersonal skills, an energetic personality, be self-starter and motivator and able to manage time well. Send resumes to tprince@ipafamily.com. Team Member - Krispy Kreme - Roswell The hired team member will be responsible for providing friendly customer service to patrons and maintaining a professional store appearance. Applicants should have excellent customer service, communication and mathematic skills and be able to pass a drug screen and…
Travis Allen
9:13 am on Thursday, May 9, 2013
Tried them Tuesday evening on the way home...GREAT BURGER! Certainly one of the 2 or 3 best I've had this year, and I've had nearly 40 different burgers, so I have a good idea that I know what I'm talking about. I'll still need to get back and try one of their shakes soon. more ›