🌱 Jennys Row House Fire + State Route 5 Lane Closure + Job Openings

Good morning, neighbors. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Canton-Sixes Daily — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Keep scrolling for the scoop.

First, today's weather:

A thunderstorm in the p.m. High: 90 Low: 70.

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

1. Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services responded to a residential structure fire on Jennys Row in the southwestern area of unincorporated Cherokee County on Sunday morning around 10:49 a.m. Firefighters quickly located the blaze in a basement bedroom and were able to extinguish it before it extended to the rest of the home. The family’s dog and cat were also rescued from the fire, while the occupants of the home were able to escape without assistance or injury. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. (Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services via Facebook)
2. The Georgia Department of Transportation announced that State Route 5 at the Etowah River in Canton will have lanes closed periodically this week. Construction work for bridge repair is scheduled Monday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily. Canton motorists are advised to expect delays and exercise caution while traveling through the work zone. (Cherokee Tribune Ledger News)
3. The Cherokee Family Violence Center shared several upcoming events in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October. Mark your calendars for the Brave Motorcycle Ride on Oct. 1 and the Domestic Violence Candlelight Vigil on Oct. 18 in Canton. Check out the link to discover all upcoming events and registration information, or learn how you can directly support domestic violence survivors in Cherokee County. (Cherokee Family Violence Center via Facebook)
4. Looking for a new career opportunity in the Canton-Sixes area? Businesses across Cherokee County are looking to hire for multiple full-time positions, including Sales Coordinator, Housekeeper, and General Manager. Job details and application information can be found at the link. (Canton-Sixes Patch)
5. Friends and family of Geneva R. Henderson will gather at the Chapel of Darby Funeral Home in Canton tomorrow to celebrate her life. Henderson passed away on Saturday at the age of 85. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., and there will also be a visitation this evening at the Darby Funeral Home from 6:00-8:00 p.m. for those who wish to pay their respects. (Legacy.com)

Today in and around Canton-Sixes:

• Small Group Social At Ball Ground Public Library, Ball Ground (11:00 AM)
• Adult Art Night At Woodstock Public Library, Woodstock (6:00 PM)
• Open Mic Night At MadLife Stage & Studios, Woodstock (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Rotary Club of Canton invites you to attend its annual Public Safety Luncheon on Tuesday, Sep. 27! Tickets are on sale online now. (Rotary Club of Canton via Facebook)
• The Canton Police Department is still accepting applicants for the Citizen's Police Academy. Visit the link to learn how to register for the Sep. 6 cohort and get a behind-the-scenes look at your local law enforcement. (Canton Police Department, GA via Facebook)
• A Cherokee County School District alum recently made his Major League Baseball debut as a member of the Kansas City Royals! Check out the link to discover Etowah High School graduate Drew Waters's story and learn about other notable CCSD alumni. (Cherokee County GA School District via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. See you all tomorrow 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.