Appen Media

Appen Media Group (AMG) is a family-owned news organization based in the northern suburbs of Atlanta. Established in 1990 by Ray and Christina Appen, who are both seasoned newspaper professionals with backgrounds at Knight-Ridder/Miami Herald, the company has a rich history in journalism. Today, it is managed by the next generation, with Hans Appen serving as Publisher and Carl Appen as Director of Business Development, while the original founders remain active in the business.

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Opinion: A star athlete became a star in life - story of Hamp Phillips

4 days ago | appenmedia.com | Bob Meyers

In high school he was a star athlete despite his diminutive size. Baseball, football and track--he excelled in all. After a career at General Motors he followed in his father-in-law’s footsteps and became a successful businessman. In the process he developed a devoted following and when he passed away in 2015 at age 78, newspapers were overwhelmed with tributes and memories. His name was Hampton Allred Phillips, but everyone called him “Hamp.” This is his story.
Dunwoody officials approve Veterans Memorial revitalization, discuss taxes

1 week ago | appenmedia.com | Hayden Sumlin

DUNWOODY, Ga. — The Dunwoody City Council approved a roughly $490,000 contract June 16 with Headley Construction to revitalize the damaged Brook Run Park Veterans Memorial. DeKalb County dedicated the memorial in 2004, four years before Dunwoody was incorporated. Because anticipated refurbishing costs exceeded the 2022 estimate, the city’s Parks and Recreation Department collaborated with the veterans community to develop a new design last fall.
Housing, economic experts chart market trends

1 week ago | appenmedia.com | Hayden Sumlin

METRO ATLANTA — MarketNsight, one of the Southeast’s leading consultants for housing data and trends, projected a return to rate-driven market during its June 12 update to industry personnel. John Hunt, chief analyst and principal of MarketNsight, said his team’s December 2024 forecast was spot on. Despite tariff and trade turmoil, the housing market remains on par with last year.
Opinion: The rise and fall of trousers - Pants that helped build Roswell

1 week ago | appenmedia.com | Bob Meyers

This week’s column highlights the Oxbo Falls Manufacturing Company, also known as the Roswell Pants Factory or Oxbo Pants Factory, founded in 1894 by James Henry “Pony” Waller (1852-1913) who organized, built and operated the plant. It is thought that earlier he was superintendent of the Roswell Manufacturing Company, known as the Roswell Cotton Mill, founded by Roswell King, the namesake for the City of Roswell, and his son Barrington King.
Sandy Springs adopts 2026 budget, advances Hammond Drive project

1 week ago | appenmedia.com | Hayden Sumlin

SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — The Sandy Springs City Council approved the city’s fiscal year 2026 budget and general liability insurance at its June 17 meeting. The city’s overall budget, including all funds and its debt on city facilities, totals $1.062 billion. Most of that is assigned to multi-year projects within the Public Facilities Authority and to transportation projects funded through a special countywide sales tax. The Sandy Springs fiscal year begins July 1 and ends June 30.
Film permits are up but work is still slow, workers say

1 week ago | appenmedia.com | Dan Whisenhunt

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Aurora Walker stayed busy as a tailor and seamstress on film sets in Georgia until a year ago, when the work dried up. Her last job was on the set of "Tulsa King," a show streaming on Paramount+. She's had one job since. Walker moved to Mobile, Alabama, with her husband and has since worked on private projects. "Most of my colleagues are still back in Georgia, holding out hope things will improve," she said.
Johns Creek works to unify city under one ZIP code

1 week ago | appenmedia.com | Jon Wilcox

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The City of Johns Creek is working to get residents their own ZIP code. City officials are awaiting a response from the U.S. Postal Service after sending the agency a letter in March. U.S. Rep. Rich McCormick and U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff joined Mayor John Bradberry in sending letters requesting the ZIP code change. The Postal Service requested a list of all Johns Creek addresses in May but has since provided no update.
High Point Civic Association members announce run for Sandy Springs District 5 seat

1 week ago | appenmedia.com | Hayden Sumlin

SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — High Point Civic Association President Mary Ford announced her run for the District 5 seat on the Sandy Springs City Council, setting up a race against fellow board member Colin Hubbard. Sandy Springs is approaching its 20th anniversary as the state’s seventh most populous city. It holds nonpartisan municipal elections every four years. All seats on the City Council and the mayor’s position are up for election at the same time. There are no staggered terms.
Alpharetta advances FY 2026 budget

1 week ago | appenmedia.com | Jon Wilcox

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Alpharetta City Council unanimously approved a property tax rate of 5.75 mills during the first of three public hearings on the fiscal year 2026 budget June 16. The city has maintained the rate since 2009. One mill generates $1 for every $1,000 of a property’s taxable value, which by state law, is 40 percent of a property’s real – or fair market – value.
Dunwoody Post 2 council seat now held by Price draws competition

1 week ago | appenmedia.com | Hayden Sumlin

DUNWOODY, Ga. — With two months until qualifying, David Ziskind announced his run for Post 2 on the Dunwoody City Council, one of three seats on this fall’s ballot. The District 2 seat is currently held by Rob Price, who announced his reelection bid June 13 shortly after his challenger’s notice. Dunwoody elections are staggered on a four-year cycle, with half the City Council seats coming up for a vote this year. The three seats up for reelection Nov.