🌱 Hickory Flat Library Expansion + Little River Tech Lab Unveiled

Good morning, everybody! It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Canton-Sixes Daily. Here are all the things you need to know about what's happening in town.

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First, today's weather:

Humid with clouds and sun. High: 90 Low: 71.

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

1. The Sequoyah Regional Library System has announced plans to renovate the Hickory Flat Public Library in Canton, pending a rebid for the project. The renovation will add to the existing space by about 7,800 square feet, expanding the existing community room and adding a “flex room.” Bids for the project are due Sep. 19, and the library board is slated to meet Sep. 27 to approve a construction contract. (Cherokee Tribune & Ledger News)
2. Little River Elementary School unveiled a major makeover to its technology lab this week, featuring a colorful paint job with new workstations, furniture, and fun themes. The school’s PTA raised funds to renovate the lab and enhance students’ ability to work collaboratively. Visit the link to check out photos of students and district staff members exploring the new space during the unveiling on Tuesday. (Canton-Sixes Patch)
3. Officials with the Cherokee County Airport say they expect to receive funds from the Federal Aviation Administration for a project to widen the runway in the first quarter of 2023. The project, which has been in the works since 2019, will see the existing 75-foot runway widened to 100 feet. The airport authority also plans to lengthen the runway by 1,000 feet in a separate project after the widening is complete. (Cherokee Tribune & Ledger News)
4. Don't miss today's adoption event at Cherokee County Animal Shelter, beginning at 10:00 a.m.! This event is first-come, first-served, and interested parties will need to scan a QR code at the door to enter the virtual line. The $100 adoption fee includes spay/neuter, heartworm and leukemia testing, initial vaccinations, deworming, a flea preventative, microchipping, a sample bag of food, and various other services. Before stopping by, you can explore the most recent pets available for adoption at this link. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
5. It's official! The Taste & Brews Fall Festival will return to Canton on Oct. 15. The event will take place in Etowah River Park from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and feature a variety of drinks and meals, a vendor's market, and a kids' zone. Several musical artists, including singer-songwriter Marty Manous and Allman Brothers Band cover act Tribute, are slated to perform. (CBS 46 News)

Today in Canton-Sixes:

• Tippens Education Center 2nd Annual Bike Ride At Canton Icehouse (10:00 AM)
• Pet Adoption Event At Cherokee County Animal Shelter (10:00 AM)
• The Cody Matthews Band At The Mill On Etoway (4:30 PM)
• River Rock Summer Concert At Etowah River Park (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• A new 24-hour gym has opened in Canton at 1149 Riverstone Plaza. The Workout Anytime location features free weights as well as strength and cardio equipment. (Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News via Facebook)
• The second annual BRAVe (Bike Riders Against Violence) Ride is less than six weeks away. Register now to ride in support of the Cherokee Family Violence Center on Oct. 1, or make your donation online today. (Cherokee Family Violence Center via Instagram)

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You're officially in the loop for today. See you all Monday for 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.