🌱 New Ward 1 Candidate + GA Leaders Speak Out Against Antisemitism

Hi there, Canton-Sixes. I'm here in your inbox this morning to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including updates on...

• New candidate announces his intent to run for Canton City Council Ward 1
• Georgia's elected leaders speak out against antisemitic flyers placed in metro Atlanta communities
• Sequoyah-Con returns to R.T. Jones

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

1. On Monday, a Canton resident announced his intent to run for city council. Travis Johnson will run for the Ward 1 seat currently filled by Councilwoman JoEllen Wilson, who is not seeking re-election in November. Johnson said that if elected, he will prioritize safety, sustainability, and the needs of children and youth while taking a "well-planned and strategic" approach to growth in Canton. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
2. Georgia's elected leaders have spoken out against the antisemitic flyers that were placed on the properties of several metro Atlanta residents. Residents in predominantly Jewish areas of Sandy Springs and Dunwoody, approximately 45 minutes outside of the Canton-Sixes area, found the flyers in their driveways on Sunday morning. House Speaker John Burns, Governor Brian Kemp, Senator Sally Harrell, and Representative Esther Panich have all publicly condemned the act. (Georgia Recorder)
3. 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 and part-time positions, including firefighters, bus drivers, and fitness instructors. Job details and application information can be found at the link. (Cherokee County)
4. The Cherokee County School District (CCSD) has announced its 2023 School Teachers of the Year winners. Each school-level winner is now eligible to receive the district-wide distinction of CCSD 2023 Teacher of the Year, who will also be entered into the running for Georgia Teacher of the Year. A full list of Teachers of the Year can be found at the link — congratulations to all and thank you for your hard work! (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)
5. Sequoyah-Con returns to the Sequoyah Regional Library System this March! Day 1 of the mini convention series will kick off on Saturday, Mar. 4 at R.T. Jones Memorial Library with a Pokémon theme, including cross-stitch, trivia, and even a costume contest. A full schedule, including activities and special appearances, can be found on the library website. (Sequoyah Regional Library via Facebook)

Coming up in Canton-Sixes:

Tuesday, February 7

• Taxes In Retirement Seminar At Chattahoochee Technical College (6:00 PM)

Wednesday, February 8

• Canton Business Club Morning Meetup At Reformation Brewery (8:00 AM)

Thursday, February 9

• Trivia Night At The Mill On Etowah (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Heads up, chicken lovers: the Chick-fil-A down the road in Hickory Flat is scheduled to close for a little over a week, starting Feb. 11, for remodeling. (Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News via Facebook)
• If you missed the State of the County Address on Jan. 25, you can watch a full recording of the event here. (Cherokee County, Georgia via Facebook)
• According to a new Bumper.com study, Georgia ranked No. 14 in the nation for driver fatality rates at 22.12 percent. Could our automated red light and speed cameras be playing a role? See how our state stacks up against the rest of the country in the report. (Bumper.com)

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— 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.