🌱 76 Homes To Be Built + Play Kickball With The PD + CATS Cost Rising

Good morning, everybody! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Canton-Sixes Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town, including...

• Another subdivision is coming to town.
• The Canton PD is hosting a kickball game.
• A CATS fare increase is proposed, share your thoughts.

But first, today's weather: Nice with plenty of sun. High: 71 Low: 49.

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Here are the top stories today in Canton-Sixes:

1. A new 76-home, gated community is coming to the Sixes Road area. On Tuesday, the Board of Commissioners approved the request to rezone around 37 acres to single family residential, paving the way for the neighborhood build. Although the zoning request was approved, there were a few conditions. There was a reduction in the number of homes, from 108 to 76, there will be a right-hand deceleration lane created and a connection to Vince Merolla Drive will be made so residents can enter and exit via the traffic light at Sixes Road. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
2. Calling all kickball players! The Canton Police Department challenges you to a game this Sunday. Thanks to the Canton PD and St. Paul AME Church, the Kickball with a Cop community event is sure to be an amazing time. The family-friendly game starts at 1:30 p.m. at Etowah River Park. Bring your friends, family and neighbors down to play, there's even going to be a hot dog lunch. The park is located at 600 Brown Industrial Parkway. (Canton PD via Facebook)
3. The City of Canton is hiring a part-time receptionist/staff assistant for City Hall. The job is temporary and will include administrative and technical duties. The schedule will vary a bit but will end up around 24 hours a week. If you're interested, you can read more and apply at the link. There are also other city openings posted at the link, including those for a digital content specialist, police recruit, public works technician and utilities engineer. (City of Canton via Facebook and Canton Career Center)
4. The Cherokee Area Transportation System (CATS) is exploring a plan to increase fares for the first time since 2007. The plan includes annual increases, landing on $3 per person for 0 - 5 miles and $4 for anything over 5 miles for the general public — seniors and veterans will have discounted fares, and children under 15 ride free. You are invited to provide your feedback on the proposed increases by calling 770-345-6238, going in person to CATS headquarters, located at 884 Univeter Road in Canton or emailing Greg Powell at mgpowell@cherokeega.com. There will also be a public hearing on June 6. (Cherokee County Communications Division)

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Today in Canton-Sixes:

• American Red Cross Community Blood Drive: You can make an appointment at the link for the blood drive at Generations Church, 110 Bluffs Parkway. Donors will receive a $10 gift card. (2 - 7 p.m.)
• "Star Wars" Nerf Night: Bring your Nerf equipment to the library for a night of games, target practice and more. The evening is for children 6 and up, and they must be accompanied by an adult. You can register here for the event at the Woodstock Library, 7735 Main St. (5:30 - 7:30 p.m.)
• May the Fourth be with Brew: Reformation Brewery will be offering a special tap list and more at 225 Reformation Parkway. They're also offering a nice deal for anyone in a "Star Wars" costume. (6 - 10 p.m.)
• Team Trivia: join the trivia fun every Thursday at Sidelines Grille, 6199 Hickory Flat Highway. (7 p.m.)
• Trivia Night: Head over to Reformation Brewery at 225 Reformation Parkway. for trivia with Lights Up! Entertainment tonight, prizes for the top 3 winners. (7 - 9 p.m.)
• Karaoke Night: The evening is hosted by Karaoke with the Howards and features DJ T at Canton Icehouse, 150 Keith Drive. (8 p.m. - midnight)

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From my notebook:

• It's "Star Wars" Day, and there are some super fun events and offerings about. Alma Coffee has two special, themed drinks on the menu this week. Head over to 3448 Holly Springs Parkway to give their Jedi or Sith a try, they're serving them all week. (Alma Coffee via Facebook)
• The Judeo-Christian observance of the National Day of Prayer is today. Assigned an official date when President Reagan was in office, the moment of communal prayer for our country and leaders falls on the first Thursday in May. There is a planned Cherokee and Cobb County meet-up at The Park at City Center, 101 Arnold Mill Road in Woodstock. If you'd like, bring a folding chair or a blanket to keep comfy. There is time set aside for fellowship from 6 - 6:20 p.m., and the event runs from 6:30 - 8 p.m. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
• It's Small Business Week, and Downtown Canton would like to remind us to support our local businesses. The downtown area is chock-full of amazing eateries, shops and venues, be sure to show your love this week by visiting, writing a review, liking or following their social media pages and sharing their business information on your social media. (Downtown Canton via Facebook)
• Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services: "Meet EMS Executive Assistant Jessica Brannon! Jessica reaches her 1-year anniversary today with Cherokee Fire. Jessica has worked hard and been a great addition to the Cherokee Fire family. Congratulations Jessica!" (Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services via Facebook)
• City of Canton GA: "We are excited to share that the Summer Family Movie Series at the Historic Canton Theatre is back and better than ever! Starting June 1, movies will be offered on Thursdays, with showings at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m." (City of Canton GA via Facebook)
• Clerk of Courts Cherokee County Georgia: "These scams are continuously happening. We will never reach out to you requesting money, gift cards, or other forms of payment. If you receive one of these calls, please hang up and call the Sheriff's Department." (Clerk of Courts Cherokee County Georgia via Facebook)

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— Nina Lightcap

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