Forsyth - “Are You Aware?” a film written and directed by Kaden Ochocki and Trevor White, seniors at West Forsyth High School, under the direction of broadcast instructor John White, will had its world premier at the ReelAbilities ALT Disabilities Film Festival closing event on October 6, 2011.

“Are You Aware?” promotes autism awareness for “typical” students who encounter students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the school environment. The documentary is designed to provide a better understanding of the challenges and triumphs facing students living with ASD.

"We are very excited to showcase talented young filmmakers who have taken on the challenging issues around autism in their school and created an inspiring and motivating film," stated Judy Marx, director of ReelAbilities ATL.

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. -- An hours-long standoff has ended near Lake Lanier.

Forsyth County Sheriff Capt. Tim House said a woman called 911 early Tuesday to report that her ex, Matthew Scott Whelchel, had beaten her up. She said he was holding her hostage at a home on the 5700 block of Burruss Mill Road.

Negotiators spent hours trying to get Whelchel to come outside. They eventually entered the home at about 10 a.m., tased him and took him into custody. Whelchel was booked into the Forsyth County Detention Center.

His ex-girlfiend was taken to a local hospital for treatment.

Has it been months since you've seen the surface of your dining room table? Can the kids find their homework? Do you have boxes and bags filled with things you need to return, but can't find the receipt?