🌱 CCSD Records Record Grad Rate + Great Pumpkin Fest + First Friday

Hello again, everybody! It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Daily. Keep reading for everything you need to know about what's happening these days in town, including updates on...

• Cherokee County School District's record-high graduation rate
• The fun fall activities planned for this year's Great Pumpkin Fest
• A call for public feedback on county development plans

But first, today's weather:

Sunny to partly cloudy. High: 81 Low: 51.

Here are the top 5 stories in Canton-Sixes today:

• New data released by the state Department of Education found the Cherokee County School District’s Class of 2022 reached a record-high four-year graduation rate. The historic rate was 92.3 percent, nearly two full points higher than CCSD’s Class of 2021 rate. The statewide average also reached a record high, climbing to 84.1 percent last year. (Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
• The Great Pumpkin Fest is right around the corner! Stop by Cherokee Veterans Park on Saturday, Oct. 22, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for this free event featuring hayrides, a petting zoo, axe throwing, and more. Don't forget to dress up! A Halloween costume contest will begin at 12:00 p.m. on the stage. (Clerk of Courts Cherokee County Georgia via Facebook)
• The Cherokee County Board of Commissioners is seeking public feedback on its 2023 Comprehensive Plan for the county. The board will hold two community meetings from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on Oct. 11 at the Northside Cherokee Conference Center and Oct. 19 at the Woodstock Recreation Center. County residents can also give their input virtually until Nov. 18. (Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
• The last First Friday of the year takes place today, Oct. 7, from 6:00-9:00 p.m. in Downtown Canton! This month’s live musical entertainment will be provided by On The Border: The Ultimate Eagles Tribute band. Stop by for a fun night filled with kid-friendly entertainment, late-night shopping, and a variety of food and beverage vendors. (Downton Canton GA via Facebook)
• History buffs, rejoice! The opening date for the Cherokee County History Center has finally been announced. The museum, which documents the history of Cherokee County spanning from its earliest Native American Inhabitants to today, will open to the public on Nov. 25. It will operate from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesdays-Saturdays, 12:00-5:00 p.m. on Sundays, and be closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. (History Cherokee)

Patch deal of the day:

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Today in Canton-Sixes:

• 2nd Annual Limitless Golf Tournament At Fairways Of Canton Golf Club (9:00 AM)
• Animal Happy Hour (Adults Only) At Hidden Acres Animal Sanctuary, Therapy & Rescue (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Heads up, house hunters! Plenty of new properties recently hit the market in the Canton-Sixes area. Check out the link to explore the latest homes for sale near you. (Canton-Sixes Patch)
• The Cherokee County Animal Shelter will share preview photos for tomorrow's adoption event today (Oct. 7) at 5:30 p.m. Check out the link to see the newest available pets at the shelter! (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• Fire Chief Eddie Robinson of Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services was recently interviewed on the Enjoy Cherokee Voices podcast! Visit the link to listen to the interview and learn more about the department and fire prevention month. (Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday off right! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.