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Forsyth County officials approved a new master plan that includes a recreation center and library at Matt Community Park...
10/05/2023

Forsyth County officials approved a new master plan that includes a recreation center and library at Matt Community Park. But, the plans have yet to secure funding.

Forsyth County officials approved a new master plan that includes a recreation center and library at Matt Community Park. But, the plans have yet to secure funding.

The Atlanta Regional Commission has signed off on The Gathering at South Forsyth, a $2 billion development on 84 acres a...
10/05/2023

The Atlanta Regional Commission has signed off on The Gathering at South Forsyth, a $2 billion development on 84 acres along Union Hill Road and Ga. 400.

The Forsyth County Public Library system will host the 26th annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival Sept. 28-Oct. 8.

Forsyth County announced its new Fleet Services Director Marcus Hawk Sept. 26, replacing Avery Gravitt, who recently ret...
10/04/2023

Forsyth County announced its new Fleet Services Director Marcus Hawk Sept. 26, replacing Avery Gravitt, who recently retired after 17 years in the role.

The Feral Cat Program of Georgia will host its annual Catoberfest fundraiser to benefit cat rescue operations from 10 a....
10/03/2023

The Feral Cat Program of Georgia will host its annual Catoberfest fundraiser to benefit cat rescue operations from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 7 at Fowler Park.

The Feral Cat Program of Georgia will host its annual Catoberfest fundraiser to benefit cat rescue operations from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 7 at Fowler Park.

The Forsyth County Board of Education celebrated National Hispanic Heritage Month – recognized from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 ...
10/02/2023

The Forsyth County Board of Education celebrated National Hispanic Heritage Month – recognized from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 – with an award ceremony for the community Sept. 20.

A talent show for seniors, ages “50 and better,” pushed the audience to re-conceptualize what an older demographic is ca...
09/29/2023

A talent show for seniors, ages “50 and better,” pushed the audience to re-conceptualize what an older demographic is capable of.

Wood and Craighead opened Level Spa Salon on Peachtree Parkway in 2007 during the Great Recession. Despite the economic ...
09/27/2023

Wood and Craighead opened Level Spa Salon on Peachtree Parkway in 2007 during the Great Recession. Despite the economic climate, the pair found immediate success in their first and only location.

Level Spa Salon owners George-Anna “Georgie” Wood and Andrea Craighead have two decades of experience as stylists, but at their salon, business is secondary to creating a home away from

Feedback from residents has prompted the Forsyth County Commission to set new meeting dates for proposed changes to the ...
09/27/2023

Feedback from residents has prompted the Forsyth County Commission to set new meeting dates for proposed changes to the animal control ordinance after receiving feedback from residents.

Forsyth parents are speaking out against proposed redistricting, saying the plan will “create upheaval and fragmentation...
09/25/2023

Forsyth parents are speaking out against proposed redistricting, saying the plan will “create upheaval and fragmentation” of the school’s close community.

Forsyth County residents issued a plea to the School Board Sept. 20 to maintain school attendance zones ahead of an October vote to redistrict more than half a dozen elementary

Tonight: Give input on the draft of Forsyth County's new elementary school maps.
09/20/2023

Tonight: Give input on the draft of Forsyth County's new elementary school maps.

The Forsyth County Board of Education shared a draft of the 2024-25 elementary school redistricting map at a Sept. 12 work session. The public can give input on Tuesday at

The Forsyth County Board of Education shared a first glimpse of the 2024-25 academic year elementary school redistrictin...
09/20/2023

The Forsyth County Board of Education shared a first glimpse of the 2024-25 academic year elementary school redistricting map at a Sept. 12 work session.

The Forsyth County Board of Education shared a draft of the 2024-25 elementary school redistricting map at a Sept. 12 work session. The public can give input on Tuesday at

Forsyth County commissioners initiated the rezoning process for Keystone Village, a prospective living community that wo...
09/16/2023

Forsyth County commissioners initiated the rezoning process for Keystone Village, a prospective living community that would provide housing for county residents who have developmental disabilities.

The Forsyth County Education Foundation awarded over $109,000 in grants to 26 county schools and programs on   Aug. 25.
09/15/2023

The Forsyth County Education Foundation awarded over $109,000 in grants to 26 county schools and programs on Aug. 25.

Following weeks of discussion and disagreement, Forsyth County commissioners approved additional funding Sept. 7 for the...
09/14/2023

Following weeks of discussion and disagreement, Forsyth County commissioners approved additional funding Sept. 7 for the Whole Health Building on the future Administration Campus.

Forsyth commissioners approved $20,325 in additional costs for the Whole Health Building on the county's future Administration Campus. The vote followed weeks of discussion and disagreement but was a unanimous

While public safety departments across Metro Atlanta receive annual funding from local governments for operational costs...
09/06/2023

While public safety departments across Metro Atlanta receive annual funding from local governments for operational costs, a portion of these agencies’ expenses are covered through local asset forfeiture.

While public safety departments get funding from local governments for operational costs, some expenses are covered through local asset forfeiture. Here are the numbers from last year.

The Cu***ng City Council has three incumbents and one new candidate on the ballot for its elections this November.
09/01/2023

The Cu***ng City Council has three incumbents and one new candidate on the ballot for its elections this November.

Forsyth County commissioners blocked additional funding for a future county health facility in a split vote, reaching no...
09/01/2023

Forsyth County commissioners blocked additional funding for a future county health facility in a split vote, reaching no consensus following a two-week postponement.

Johns Creek has entered a pilot program with its northern neighbor to expand services to three Forsyth County recycling ...
09/01/2023

Johns Creek has entered a pilot program with its northern neighbor to expand services to three Forsyth County recycling centers.

Johns Creek has entered a pilot program with its northern neighbor to expand services to three Forsyth County recycling centers. The 90-day pilot program begins Sept. 1.

Forsyth County announced the departure of its Chief Financial Officer Marcus Turk, who held the role since 2021.
08/31/2023

Forsyth County announced the departure of its Chief Financial Officer Marcus Turk, who held the role since 2021.

Three Lanier Technical College students won first place in the career pathways for health science competition at the Ski...
08/31/2023

Three Lanier Technical College students won first place in the career pathways for health science competition at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta.

Forsyth County officials gathered Aug. 19 at Lanierland Park for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate new recreational...
08/31/2023

Forsyth County officials gathered Aug. 19 at Lanierland Park for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate new recreational amenities opening this fall.

Forsyth County residents received equipment and training July 25 as part of the 4 Minute City initiative, aimed at reduc...
08/26/2023

Forsyth County residents received equipment and training July 25 as part of the 4 Minute City initiative, aimed at reducing deaths from sudden cardiac arrest.

The Forsyth County School Board approved a tentative timeline to redistrict eight elementary schools to alleviate overcr...
08/24/2023

The Forsyth County School Board approved a tentative timeline to redistrict eight elementary schools to alleviate overcrowding and populate a new facility next school year.

The redistricting is likely to impact students at Big Creek, Haw Creek, Mashburn, Sawnee, Brandywine, Kelly Mill, Vickery Creek and the current Midway elementary schools.

Forsyth County is contemplating updates to its animal control ordinance to address noisy animals, overpopulation and unc...
08/24/2023

Forsyth County is contemplating updates to its animal control ordinance to address noisy animals, overpopulation and unchecked breeding.

Sawnee Electric Membership Corporation, a Forsyth County-based electricity provider to more than 172,600 North Georgia m...
08/19/2023

Sawnee Electric Membership Corporation, a Forsyth County-based electricity provider to more than 172,600 North Georgia members, marked its 85th anniversary July 16.

The Sawnee-Cu***ng Optimist Club raised $13,000 for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta May 8 at its annual Charity Golf To...
08/16/2023

The Sawnee-Cu***ng Optimist Club raised $13,000 for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta May 8 at its annual Charity Golf Tournament at Laurel Springs Golf Club.

The construction trade organization Associated General Contractors of Georgia named Forsyth County resident Brian Newsom...
08/16/2023

The construction trade organization Associated General Contractors of Georgia named Forsyth County resident Brian Newsome as its 2023-2024 president June 26.

Forsyth County commissioners approved additional funding for the new County Administration Building, which officials say...
08/15/2023

Forsyth County commissioners approved additional funding for the new County Administration Building, which officials say will provide convenience for residents by consolidating nearly all its departments into one facility.

The new Forsyth County Administration Campus, which includes three facilities, will sit on 42 acres campus on Freedom Parkway near Ga. 400.

 : Forsyth County commissioners approved plans for a 29,632-square-foot Hindu temple on a 6-acre site off Peachtree Park...
08/15/2023

: Forsyth County commissioners approved plans for a 29,632-square-foot Hindu temple on a 6-acre site off Peachtree Parkway.

Forsyth County commissioners approved plans for a 29,632-square-foot Hindu temple on a 6-acre site off Peachtree Parkway.

Jackson Burbrink, a 16-year-old Forsyth County resident, is pursuing his goal of becoming an Eagle Scout with an educati...
08/15/2023

Jackson Burbrink, a 16-year-old Forsyth County resident, is pursuing his goal of becoming an Eagle Scout with an educational project in Johns Creek. Now, he is looking for community support.

Forsyth County Schools is gearing up for redistricting ahead of the 2024-25 academic year to alleviate overcrowding at i...
08/14/2023

Forsyth County Schools is gearing up for redistricting ahead of the 2024-25 academic year to alleviate overcrowding at its elementary schools.

A Forsyth County business group is hosting a commercial real estate seminar and networking event in August to help count...
08/10/2023

A Forsyth County business group is hosting a commercial real estate seminar and networking event in August to help county businesses navigate the upcoming economic landscape.

Forsyth County commissioners adopted a fiscal year 2024 budget and, with property values continuing to climb, voted to k...
08/10/2023

Forsyth County commissioners adopted a fiscal year 2024 budget and, with property values continuing to climb, voted to keep the tax rate unchanged at its July 20 meeting.

Forsyth County commissioners approved plans for a 70,000-square-foot Hindu temple off Peachtree Parkway that initially d...
08/09/2023

Forsyth County commissioners approved plans for a 70,000-square-foot Hindu temple off Peachtree Parkway that initially drew criticism from neighbors. Now, residents say they have reached a compromise with developers.

Forsyth County commissioners approved plans for a 70,000-square-foot Hindu temple on a 6-acre site off Peachtree Parkway.

Library staff and local and state officials gathered on a humid morning July 27 to celebrate the groundbreaking for the ...
08/09/2023

Library staff and local and state officials gathered on a humid morning July 27 to celebrate the groundbreaking for the Denmark Library, a $15 million facility in southwest Forsyth County.

Forsyth County public safety agencies gathered at Horizon Christian Academy July 18 for an annual active shooter drill.
08/03/2023

Forsyth County public safety agencies gathered at Horizon Christian Academy July 18 for an annual active shooter drill.

The Atlanta Regional Commission is eyeing Forsyth County, one of the state’s most populous and fastest-growing counties,...
08/02/2023

The Atlanta Regional Commission is eyeing Forsyth County, one of the state’s most populous and fastest-growing counties, for transportation investments in the coming decades.

Although Forsyth County officials have projected a growth in property values for another consecutive year, there are man...
07/19/2023

Although Forsyth County officials have projected a growth in property values for another consecutive year, there are many moving parts before a tax bill lands in the mailbox.

Forsyth County has kept the same millage rate since 2021, but officials say they'll collect around $6 million more in taxes due to a 15% increase in property assessments.

Forsyth County residents’ need for a public transportation network continues to rise as the county adjusts to its rapidl...
07/14/2023

Forsyth County residents’ need for a public transportation network continues to rise as the county adjusts to its rapidly growing population.

At its July 11 work session, the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners granted additional funding for Common Courtesy, a third party that provides discounted on-demand rides to county seniors and

A Metro Atlanta nonprofit opened a new neighborhood June 30 that will provide housing for low- to moderate-income famili...
07/13/2023

A Metro Atlanta nonprofit opened a new neighborhood June 30 that will provide housing for low- to moderate-income families in Forsyth County.

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I have a copy of the September 11 1996 edition with 2 women on page 5 asking if anyone knew them-I have a picture of my family that I believe are you are looking for-I’m Susan Cu***ngs from Fort Valley
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The Connection and Forsyth Accountability Court are holding a food drive to benefit The Place of Forsyth. Please help Forsyth County families in need. "Food Kits" can be dropped off at The Connection offices, 608 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Cu***ng, GA. $20 gift certificates for local grocery stores will also be accepted. The deadline for donations is November 18, 2022. For information contact Kayla Bergeron at 470-253-856 or Email: [email protected]. Thank you.

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The Connection and Forsyth Accountability Court are holding a food drive to benefit The Place of Forsyth. Please help Forsyth County families in need. "Food Kits" can be dropped off at The Connection offices, 608 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Cu***ng, GA. $20 gift certificates for local grocery stores will also be accepted. The deadline for donations is November 18, 2022. For information contact Kayla Bergeron at 470-253-856 or Email: [email protected]. Thank you.

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The Connection and Forsyth Accountability Court are holding a food drive to benefit The Place of Forsyth. Please help Forsyth County families in need. "Food Kits" can be dropped off at The Connection offices, 608 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Cu***ng, GA. $20 gift certificates for local grocery stores will also be accepted. The deadline for donations is November 18, 2022.

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Jackyl and Jesse James Dupree invade the Cu***ng Fairgrounds THIS SUNDAY 7/24! Don’t miss the end of our 5th annual City of Cu***ng, GA with Georgia’s own ! Grab your tickets 🎟 now at 37main.com to SAVE $$$!

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We’re just a week away from the 5th annual City of Cu***ng, GA LIVE at the Cu***ng Fairgrounds (7/23-7/24)!

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THIS WEEKEND @ The Cu***ng Fairgrounds 37 Main presents the 4th Annual City of Cu***ng, GA !
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Another year, another set of archives to take to storage. 37 years now! There is something poetic about boxing up a year’s worth of stories and moving on to the next. It remains an honor and a responsibility we cherish. Alpharetta-Roswell Herald Johns Creek Herald Forsyth Herald Milton Herald Dunwoody Crier
We are in the 10 day countdown for the Pamper Me, Baby! Diaper Drive. Did you know that 1 in 3 families struggle with diaper need?
With the impact Covid-19 has had on our economy, there could easily be several families in your neighborhood experiencing this right now.

You can help by donating diapers to the Pamper Me, Baby! Diaper Drive through our Amazon Wish List at www.tinyurl.com/PamperMeBaby2020

These donations will benefit the patrons of North Fulton Community Charities and The Place of Forsyth County.
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