🌱 Needles Found In Halloween Candy + Attempted Robber Caught

Hello, neighbors! It's Monday in Canton-Sixes and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in town. Today's issue includes updates on:

• Needles found in Halloween Candy in Great Sky neighborhood.
• Attempted armed robbery suspect in custody.
• CDC warns of rise in respiratory diseases.

But first, today's weather:

Warm with variable clouds. High: 78 Low: 59.

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

1. According to the Canton Police Department, needles were found in candy given out in the Great Sky neighborhood on Halloween. Resident Leslie Thames reported she found a sewing needle sticking out of a piece of candy collected by her daughter. No one was hurt, but police warn residents to ensure candy has not been tampered with before consuming it. (Fox 5 Atlanta)
2. A man has been arrested following the attempted armed robbery at a vape shop near Canton. Brandon McMahon, 18, pointed a weapon at a shop clerk before telling the clerk that it was a joke performed "for YouTube." As of Friday afternoon, McMahon remained in custody. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
3. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warned of a rise in upper respiratory viruses, like the flu or RSV. The CDC has also warned the Southeast has one of the highest levels of flu activity. In combination with the continued spread of COVID-19, hospitals are at risk of being overcrowded this winter. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
4. Looking for a new career opportunity that connects you with the greater Cherokee County community? Cherokee County is looking to hire for multiple full-time positions, including an athletic coordinator, administrative assistant, and communication TAC officer. Job details and application information can be found at the link. (Cherokee County)
5. The Canton Police Department, along with the Canton Police Explorers, are campaigning to increase breast cancer awareness and raise money to help fight the disease. To support the cause, they will be selling breast cancer awareness shirts for $25. All profit obtained after an initial cash outlay will be donated to the Northside Hospital Foundation - Breast Care Center to help the underserved and underinsured with their breast care costs. You can purchase your shirt at this link. (Canton Police Department via Facebook)

Today in and around Canton-Sixes:

• Guardian Leadership Workshop At Canton Police Department (9:00 AM)
• American Red Cross Community Blood Drive At Sequoyah Regional Library (11:00 AM)
• Full Beaver Moon Hike At Blanket's Creek, Woodstock (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Clerk of Courts of Cherokee County is hosting an event next Thursday to show appreciation for veterans in the community. This is a public event for all local veterans, who are invited to stop by the Clerk's Office for cake and refreshments! (Clerk of Courts Cherokee County Georgia via Facebook)
• Cherokee County Senior Services is looking for volunteers for the Meals On Wheels program. Help is wanted for Thursday deliveries to Waleska and Friday deliveries to Acworth. Those interested can call 770-345-7440. (Cherokee County, Georgia via Facebook)
• The Sequoyah girls were the only Cherokee County team to achieve a spot on the awards podium with a fourth-place finish in the Class AAAAAA state championships Saturday. (Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Monday! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with your next 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.