🌱 Gov. Declares State Of Emergency + Free Car Seat Safety Checks

Hi all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh edition of the Canton-Sixes Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening locally. Today's issue includes updates on:

• The governor declared a state of emergency due to frigid weather.
• Cherokee County is offering free car seat safety checks.
• Two light displays in the area are giving proceeds to local charities.

But first, today's weather:

Low clouds. High: 49 Low: 14.

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

1. Gov. Brian Kemp has declared a statewide state of emergency until Monday. Temperatures are expected to reach near zero by Friday. The emergency allows propane to be delivered to residential and commercial buildings. (Canton-Sixes Patch)
2. Traveling goes hand-in-hand with the holidays. Safety is a priority whether the family is hopping in the car to go to grandma's house 10 minutes away or to the in-laws a few hours away. Safe Kids Cherokee County conducts free car seat safety checks weekly by appointment to prep for the holidays. (Press Release Desk)
3. Two Cherokee County light displays were created for a cause this season. Holiday Lights of Hope at Hobgood Park and Holiday Lights at Veterans Park collect charity proceeds. Proceeds from Holiday Lights of Hope will go to the Anna Crawford Children’s Center to support children affected by abuse and neglect. Proceeds from Holiday Lights will go to SERV International, Cherokee County veterans, Cherokee Recreation, and Parks and Skills USA. (Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
4. According to the Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services, two dogs were killed in a house fire on Wednesday. The fire occurred on Coleman's Landing near River Forest Lane. Residents weren't home when the fire broke out. (Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
5. Five new open houses have been listed in the Canton-Sixes area. Available properties range from a 1,558 square-foot, three-bed, two-bath home for $300,000 to a $575,000 home with four beds, four baths, and 3,299 square feet. Get all the property details at the link. (Canton-Sixes Patch)

Today in Canton-Sixes:

• Live Music: Trey Odom At Riverstone Corner Bistro (6:00 PM)
• Ugly Holiday Sweater Party At The Listening Room (6:00 PM)
• Trivia Night At Reformation Brewery (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you looking for a new family member with four paws? Check out the list of adoption-ready pets at the Cherokee County Animal Shelter at the link! (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services is offering essential safety tips for the frigid temperatures over the weekend. Read more about generators and other information at the link! (Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services)
• Volunteers with the American Legion Post 45 distributed more than 5,000 coats to the American Legion building in Canton! (Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new 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.