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When a man made a comment about Kalema Stubbs’ girlfriend, Stubbs apparently pulled a knife and stabbed the man. The incident took place late Wednesday night at North Point Mall in Alpharetta, according to police.

Ronel Brewer, 32, said “she has pretty feet ... can I rub them?” in front of Stubbs and his girlfriend, Linda Lewis.

Stubbs, 30, apparently didn’t appreciate the comment. He pulled out a knife and cut Brewer on his left forearm, Alpharetta police spokesman officer George Gordon said.

Stubbs was arrested for the charge of aggravated assault, police said.

“I’m unsure if Stubbs and his girlfriend knew the other party,” Gordon said.

Stubbs is being held at the Alpharetta jail, police said.

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Two schools in Decatur were placed on lockdown after police apprehended several teenagers who attempted to gain entry to Decatur High School.

The incident happened at about 3 p.m. Thursday.

Deputy Police Chief Keith Lee said about 30 teens were involved. He said officers detained eight of the would-be intruders, including one who had ammunition in his pockets.

The others, according to Lee, ran from police.

A nearby middle school was also put on lockdown as a precaution.

No one was hurt.

Police have not determined why the teens tried to enter the high school.

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The public is invited to come spend the evening outside with neighbors, police officers and firefighters and enjoy a free cookout Tuesday, Aug. 5, when the Alpharetta Department of Public Safety hosts National Night Out at Wills Park.

There will be K-9 police dog demonstrations, fire engines, SWAT demonstrations and more. The event will take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the snack pavilion on the equestrian side of Wills Park.

More than 11,310 communities from all 50 states participated in the national event in 2007.

"National Night Out is an effort to heighten awareness and strengthen participation in local anti-crime efforts," said Alpharetta police officer Jennifer Howard. "We hope to raise awareness about the type of crime occurring here and generate support and participation in anti-crime efforts."

National Night Out was introduced in 1984 by the National Association of Town Watch in an attempt to encourage more participation in crime watch from residents.

While the traditional "lights on" and front porch vigils remain a part of National Night Out, activities have expanded over the years to include festivals, neighborhood walks, safety fairs and meetings.

For information, call 678-297-6309. Please RSVP at 678-297-6309, ext. 3.

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Milton residents should keep their eyes open for Milton's newest resident, a furry bundle of goodness who currently remains nameless.

He's the city's newest future K9 officer, and he was donated by Milton's own Loving Hands Animal Clinic, who will also take care of the pooch for the rest of his life. The puppy will be trained by Kelli Collins of Georgia K9 Academy free of charge to the city, so the only cost incurred to taxpayers is for the dog's food and any handler salary.

In return, Loving Hands is asking that the dog wear a patch during its year-long training saying where he came from. In addition, depending on his schedule, he could be used for cross-promotion with the business' and city's public relations efforts.

In total, the city will likely save $15,000 to $20,000 with the donation.

"It just doesn't get much better than this," said Councilwoman Julie Zahner Bailey, who brought the idea to council at its March 10 work session. She and City Manager Chris Lagerbloom fleshed out the idea with Collins and Loving Hands owner Dr. Joanne Roesner.

They are hoping local children can get in on the naming and training of the dog and be updated on his progress.

"We thought that starting with a puppy would be a much better community outreach program because it can create a lot of opportunities for public relations with Loving Hands in the community, as well as public safety," said Collins.

With the donation, Milton should have a new K9 officer on the street within a year, said Collins. The dog will be able to locate narcotics and trail humans by the end of its training, making it a valuable asset to Milton's police.

"I'm hoping this is a win-win situation," said Roesner. "It gives the opportunity for a public presence for all of us to be successful."

Lagerbloom was excited about the donation and the possibility of using the puppy as a low-impact way to introduce local students to law enforcement.

"In public safety, you don't get these types of opportunities often, so when you do you jump on them," he said.

The dog will join Milton's existing police dog DaSilva, who was donated in November by Design Review Board member and Imani Environmental Group owner Eddie Moore.

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