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[ In Public Safety ]
Teen “Outstanding Citizen” Recognized by Sheriff’s Office
Nicholas “Nic” Statham, was presented with an “Outstanding Citizen” certificate yesterday by Sheriff Paxton, to recognize the actions he took in June which resulted in the arrest of a burglar...
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[ In Government & Politics ]
Update on Millage Increase
Yesterday was one of the toughest days I have experienced as your representative on the Board of Commissioners.  To vote affirmative for an increase in property taxes during this recession was a decision I made after months of work on the budget and one not made lightly. ..
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[ In Fundraisers ]
Social Management Site iglued Announces New Community Fundraising Feature
A new function on the popular social management site enables teams, schools and group organizers to offer local businesses targeted, local, web-based advertising in exchange for sponsoring their activity...
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[ In Outdoors/Recreational ]
Castrol Pro Angler David Dudley Appearance at Handy Lube
2008 Angler of the Year to Appear at July 30th Customer Appreciation Day Event...
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[ In Breaking News ]
Property Tax Increase Approved
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners adopted an increase in the county’s millage rate during a special called meeting Thursday, July 22, at a rate lower than the advertised, proposed increase. The vote followed the third of three public hearings held regarding the millage rate...
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[ In Government & Politics ]
Amendments to Forsyth County’s Tree Protection and Replacement Ordinance Adopted
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners adopted amendments to Ordinance No. 98, Forsyth County’s Tree Protection and Replacement Ordinance, at their July 15 meeting...
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[ In Baseball ]
Sign Up to Play Ball in the Fall
Forsyth County Parks and Recreation to hold fall registration for baseball, softball and basketball...
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[ In Traffic & Infrastructure ]
Temporary Closure of Sharon Lane
Sharon Lane will be temporarily closed to through traffic beginning Monday, July 26, to allow for drainage improvements, specifically the replacement of two existing cross-drain pipes. The road is expected to re-open Friday, August 6. No detour will be necessary during this closure...
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[ In Spotlight ]
The Avenue Forsyth Welcomes Nine New Tenants
The Avenue® Forsyth is welcoming six new retailers, including e.k. taylor, Bravura, American Threads, Heirloom Home Furnishings, Azalea Nails and La Maisonnette, and three office tenants -- Bob Phillips & Associates, Unicoi Systems and Vickery Pediatrics...
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[ In Government & Politics ]
Thank you from Pete and Catherine Amos
I would like to thank the voters of this great county for the honor you have bestowed upon me. On behalf of Catherine and I, I am humbled and deeply honored to accept this mantle of responsibility as your Republican nominee to the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners...
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[ In Breaking News ]
Election Results
Click here to see Forsyth County precinct by precinct election results...
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[ In Schools ]
Ditch the Caffeine and the All-Nighters by Studying with Cram Stoppers
An online study site, launching on August 1, 2010, and designed by Cumming business woman, Julie Wilson, Cram Stoppers provides a logical way for students to prepare for critical tests and exams, without cramming last minute...
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[ In Expos/Special ]
2010 Georgia Mountain Fair
Don’t miss the “peak” family event of the year. From July 21 through July 31, the charming town of Hiawassee will be filled with excitement and nostalgia during the 60th annual Georgia Mountain Fair, held at the historic Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds...
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[ In Expos/Special ]
KinderCare National Tour Night
KinderCare in Alpharetta is hosting a National Tour night.  Local area families are invited to stop in the the Bluegrass Valley Parkway location throughout the day on Wednesday July 28th from 8:00 am- 7:00 pm.  For more info, please call  770-346-7674..
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[ In Schools ]
Mike's Schools Update
This is the summertime version of my update - please feel free to forward and email me with any questions...
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[ In Government/Political ]
Smart Growth Forsyth Meeting
Interested in joining a group that promotes smart, responsible, well-planned and balanced growth? If so, join Smart Growth Forsyth County for our July Meeting - Tuesday, July 20th at the Chamber of Commerce Event Facility...
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[ In Fundraisers ]
Mentor Me Ball Drop Fundraiser
Join Mentor Me for a ball drop event on August 28th, at St Marlo Golf and Country Club ..
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[ In Local Coupons ]
Buy one Get one at Monkey Joe's!
Click here for a coupon for a free admission at Monkey Joe's!
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[ In Garage/Yard Sales ]
Silver Leaf Community Yard Sale!
The only things hotter than our scorching Georgia Summer are the deals you will find at the SILVER LEAF ANNUAL YARD SALE...
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[ In Expos/Special ]
Lakewood 400 Antiques Market - Free Admission Coupon
Visit Lakewood 400 Antiques Market this weekend for free!  Just print this coupon and bring it with you....a $3 instant savings just for visiting cumminghome!
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[ In Special Interests ]
Help is On The Way for Birds in the Gulf
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Develops Strategy to Help Waterfowl and other Migratory Birds Weather the Gulf Coast Oil Spill...
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[ In Public Safety ]
Do You Know This Person?
The person featured in the attached photograph is wanted for questioning in connection with two recent thefts from a change machine at the Typhoon Bay Car Wash on McFarland Blvd...
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[ In Technology ]
Atlanta SEO Company Joins Technology Association of Georgia as Gold Sponsor
Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) adds Vayu Media as a sponsor to support Georgia’s Technology Community....
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[ In Performing Arts ]
Fame, the Musical!
RISPA THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS is proud to announce their summer production, FAME, The Musical!...
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[ In Local News ]
Georgia AD Damon Evans Will Not Survive Scandal
The events over the last few days with Georgia's athletic director are tragic.  SEC sports analyst and Southern Football TV co-host Jay Holgate breaks it all down...
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[ In Hunting & Fishing ]
The Southern Fishing Report
Spotted bass fishing has been steady and the fish are in the brush on points and humps. Just find 24 to 35 feet of water and ride across a point and when the Lowrance lights up the fish, get the small baits out. On main lake primary points and main lake humps spotted bass are being caught on a Zoom Super Fluke with a 3/0 Offset Mustad hook in the white pearl or any shad color....
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[ In Performing Arts ]
Broadway Bound™ Summer Performance Boot Camp
A once in a lifetime opportunity to train and perform in an hour long full scale production with a Broadway and T.V. Actress and other featured professional guest artists, directors, choreographers, and casting directors...
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[ In Announcements ]
Rotary Club of South Forsyth Presents Year-End Awards for Philanthropy
Members Continue to Give Generously in Down Economy
The Rotary Club of South Forsyth presented year-end awards to those members who earned recognition from Rotary International for their philanthropic contributions during the June 15 meeting. Awards were presented for varying levels of contributions to Rotary’s foundation and the Georgia Rotary Student Program...
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[ In People & Places ]
Cumming Family Hosts Orphans from Columbia
A Cumming family is among four families in the metro area hosting six orphans from Colombia this summer. The children will spend five weeks in Atlanta. Every weekend there will be activities so that prospective adoptive parents can meet the orphans...
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[ In Parks and Green Space ]
Visit a County Park in July
Forsyth County Parks and Recreation Department celebrates Park and Recreation Month...
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