🌱 Development Denied + Get A Health Screening + Pre-K Lottery Dates

Hi all. It's me, Nina, your host of the Patch newsletter. Come along for everything you need to know about what's going on in town. In today's issue, you'll read about these stories and more:

• A 114-unit development request was denied.
• Get a health screening at the mobile clinic in May.
• The Georgia Pre-K lottery opens up next week!

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Partly sunny and breezy. High: 52 Low: 27.
• Sunday: Mostly sunny and cold. High: 46 Low: 26.

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

1. A request for the annexation and rezoning of a 14.36-acre piece of land on Prominence Point Parkway has been denied by the Canton City Council. The proposed development that would have consisted of 114 townhomes, was argued against earlier this month by several residents voicing concern about the proximity to an apartment complex currently in the construction phase and the placement of the planned storm water management ponds. The requesting party had also asked for time to explore different densities, housing types and buffers, but the council went ahead and voted the request down this week. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
2. Canton residents will have access to a mobile Life Line Screening clinic on May 2. The paid screening can check for things like cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, cholesterol levels, kidney and thyroid function and plaque buildup in your arteries. You will need to register for a screening. If you'd like more information, you can call 877-237-1287 or visit the Life Line Screening website here. Screenings can be personalized and will take place at 145 W. Main Street. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
3. Gather your little one's documents, school physical and immunization forms together, it's time to enter the Georgia Pre-K lottery drawing for the 2023-24 school year. You'll want to sign up as soon as possible, wait lists to tend to form. Incoming students must be 4 on or before September 1, 2023, and the schools that offer the pre-k program are Ball Ground ES STEM Academy, Hasty ES Fine Arts Academy, Johnston ES Preschool, Oak Grove ES Fine Arts Academy and RM Moore ES STEM Academy. The application window opens on Monday, March 20, and closes at noon on March 31. You can find a list of required documents, application instructions and a search tool to find lottery-funded pre-k classes at private schools and daycares in the area at the link. (Cherokee County School District)
4. The students in our county are so talented, it's amazing how full the schools are with leaders, creatives, musicians and the business minded alike. In another huge achievement to come out of the district, a very large group of Cherokee County School District (CCSD) students have been named to the Georgia Music Educators Association All-State Band, All-State Chorus and All-State Orchestra. After auditioning in Athens, the CCSD middle and high school students won their spots in the prestigious organization. You can find the entire listing of winning students at the link. Great job, all! (CCSD News)
5. A few school principals will be shifting over to a new school for the coming year. The changes were approved during the School Board meeting on Thursday. Dr. Carrie O'Bryant, current principal of Clayton ES, will now be the principal at Macedonia ES, filling the gap left by the retirement of current principal Christy Rich. Valerie Lowery, the current principal of Boston ES, will now be the principal of Clayton ES and Jessica Currie will be the new principal at Boston ES, moving from her current assistant principal role at Bascomb ES. There were several other promotions, hires and transfers announced during the meeting, including a new crew of assistant principals that will enter the district for the 2023-24 school year. (CCSD News)

Today and tomorrow in Canton-Sixes:

Today

• Spring Fling: head over to Canton Cigar Co. for Cathead vodka tastings, games, a new cocktail and giveaways at The Mill on Etowah, 225 Reformation Parkway. (All Day)
• Plant Pop-Up, Bizarre Coffee: there will be plants, pots, soil and gifts to purchase at Bizarre Coffee, brought to us by Plant Daddies, at 121 E. Marietta Street. (8 a.m. - 3 p.m.)
• Open Pickleball Play: open to county residents at The Buzz, 7345 Cumming Highway. There is a nominal fee to play. (9 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
• Rock Wall Climbing Zone: open to county residents ages 4 and up and 40-pounds and over at The Buzz, 7345 Cumming Highway. There is a nominal fee to climb. (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
• Sequoyah-Con: the last event in the library system's mini-convention series is today at the Woodstock Library, located at 7735 Main Street in Woodstock. This is a free, all-ages event and this week's theme is "Cryptids." There will be a themed storytime, "X-Files" trivia, themed crafting for all ages, Cryptozoology trivia, a Q&A session with writer Delilah S. Dawson, a Cryptid Carnival and much more. Check out the link for the schedule of events. (10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.)
• Goat Yoga: enjoy yoga on The Green with Hidden Acres Animal Sanctuary. There are still tickets available as of now, you can grab yours here. The Green is at 225 Reformation Parkway. (11 a.m. - noon)
• Open Gym: open to county residents at The Buzz, 7345 Cumming Highway. There is a nominal fee to play. (noon - 5 p.m.)
• PoBoys Car Club Cruise-In: it's a cruise-in, a fundraiser and classic car show at The Mill on Etowah, 225 Reformation Parkway. (3 - 6 p.m.)
• Orange Wine, Saturday Tasting: learn about five orange wines at Fermented Wine Boutique, 225 Reformation Parkway. (4 p.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m.)
• Jake Hughes: the artist will be live tonight at Stout's Growlers, 188 North Street. (6 p.m.)
• Foster Greene: playing live this evening at Butts & Barley Smokehouse, 11474 Cumming Highway. (6 - 9 p.m.)
• Tommy Thompson: the artist will be on stage tonight at The Salty Mule, 169 S. Church Street. (6 - 9 p.m.)
• Mark Miller: the artist will be playing tonight at J. Michael's Prime, 110 Mountain Vista Boulevard. (7 - 9 p.m.)
• Breanna Shelka: live at Riverstone Corner Bistro, 151 Reinhardt College Parkway. (7 - 9 p.m.)
• "Once Upon a Mattress": catch Lolek's Storytellers' production of the comedy musical based on the fairytale "The Princess and the Pea." Performances will be at the Canton Theatre, 171 E. Main Street. (7:30 - 9:30 p.m.)
• ATL United: catch ATL United vs. Portland tonight on the Big Screen at The Mill on Etowah, 225 Reformation Parkway. (7:30 - 10 p.m.)
• Justin Monday: the artist will be playing tonight at C'est la Vie, 361 E. Main Street. (8 - 10 p.m.)
• Airron Stacey & The Wanted: playing live at Canton Icehouse, 150 Keith Drive. (9 p.m. - 1 a.m.)

Tomorrow

• Rock Wall Climbing Zone: open to county residents ages 4 and up and 40-pounds and over at The Buzz, 7345 Cumming Highway. There is a nominal fee to climb. (noon - 1:30 p.m.)
• Open Gym: open to county residents at The Buzz, 7345 Cumming Highway. There is a nominal fee to play. (noon - 3 p.m.)
• Open Pickleball Play: open to county residents at The Buzz, 7345 Cumming Highway. There is a nominal fee to play. (noon - 3 p.m.)
• Maker's Mash: check out and shop local artists and makers at Reformation Brewery, 225 Reformation Parkway. (1 - 6 p.m.)
• Class, Brush Selection & Techniques: learn about different brushes and what they do at re-PURPOSED-ful, 5101 Old Highway 5 #2. (2 - 4 p.m.)
• 3 Chord Chaos: the band is playing live at Canton Icehouse, 150 Keith Drive. (2 - 5 p.m.)
• "Once Upon a Mattress": catch Lolek's Storytellers' production of the comedy musical based on the fairytale "The Princess and the Pea." Performances will be at the Canton Theatre, 171 E. Main Street. (3 - 5 p.m.)
• Moon Yoga: "harness the powerful energies of the new moon to change things up or start something new in your life." Learn some astrology and enjoy gentle yoga poses, a sound experience, meditation and some discussion. Please bring water, a journal and a light snack to share at Horizon Healing Center, 182 North Street. (3 - 4:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The Cherokee County Animal Shelter is holding their weekly adoption event today and available animals are listed here. A QR code at the front door of the shelter will become active at a random time around 10 a.m., please scan the QR code to enter the "virtual line." The shelter adopts on a first come, first served basis and animals can't be put on hold. The adoption fee includes their spay or neuter, heartworm and leukemia testing, initial vaccinations, deworming, flea preventative and microchipping. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• Canton Police Department, GA: "Shoutout to Teasley Middle School for inviting us to present at their STEM night event! We were able to utilize practical applications to show how Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math are a part of our job duties, every day. We are grateful for their partnership and continued support." (Canton Police Department, GA via Facebook)
• Cherokee Youth Football Association: "If your K-5th grader attends any of the elementary logos you see then we'd love to have them join us for our 2023 football and sideline cheer season!! Visit www.cyfa.org for more info!" (Cherokee Youth Football Association via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bridgemill: "Did you make a resolution to eat healthier this year? - Riverview Farm has a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) produce box program, with a Cherokee County pickup point in BridgeMill! I tried it last year, loved it, and have already signed up to do it again. Details and pricing at: https://grassfedcow.com. Select 'Produce CSA', then Canton/BridgeMill pickup option.)" (Nextdoor)

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