🌱 Sixes ES Honored With Award + Next 'First Friday' In Early July

Good morning, Canton-Sixes! I'm here in your inbox today to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on in town. In today's issue, you'll find:

• Sixes Elementary received a GAESP School Bell Award.
• First Friday is coming up next month in Downtown Canton.
• County first responders attended an active shooter training.

But first, today's weather: A thundershower in spots; warmer. High: 82 Low: 63.

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Here are the top stories today in Canton-Sixes:

1. The Georgia Association of Elementary School Principals (GAESP) awarded the School Bell Award to Sixes Elementary School. The award is earned by around 10 schools each year, recognizing the quality of the curriculum and leadership initiatives at the school. In our district, 14 schools have received the award in the last 12 years. The school will be presented with the award at the GAESP Fall Principals' Conference, and the principal and other school leaders will be recognized at an upcoming school board meeting. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
2. The next First Friday in Downtown Canton is happening on July 7. The event will feature live music from The Rupert's Orchestra, a kids' zone, food and beverage vendors and a cruise-in, and many area shops and restaurants will be offering specials and will hold extended hours. The musical guest performs all types of music, including Top-40 hits, R&B, classic rock and big band swing. Be sure to arrive early to get a good parking spot in the downtown area, the following First Friday will be on Aug. 4 with Elton Live, an Elton John tribute. (Downtown Canton via Facebook)
3. Members of law and fire agencies from around the county met at Teasley Middle School this week for active shooter training. Hosted by the Cherokee Sheriff's Office, the three-day training program is held each year to help ensure county agencies are prepared for and have the knowledge, tools and experience needed to handle an active shooter scenario. After training on the response to and elimination of the active threat, participants were trained with members of Cherokee Fire & Emergency Services on the rescue and on-scene treatment of victims. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
4. The Cherokee County Board of Commissioners voted on a proposed maintenance and operations millage rate of 4.985, down from the current 4.995. This decrease is expected to increase the county's property tax levy for the general fund by 10.14 percent due to the recent property assessment increases. The true rate won't be in place until August, when the BOC will also consider the fire millage rate and parks bond millage. County residents can present their views at public hearings scheduled for July 18 at 6 p.m. and Aug. 1 at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. at the Cherokee County Administration Building and Conference Center, located at 1130 Bluffs Parkway in Canton. You can watch the presentation on the millage rate seen during the BOC work session here. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)

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Today in Canton-Sixes:

Friday, June 23

• Story time with CCWSA: The special story time will feature the CCWSA's Lori Forrester and a story about "Grandella the Fox." The event at the R.T. Jones Memorial Library, at 116 Brown Industrial Parkway, is for all ages, but children must be accompanied by an adult. (10:30 - 11:30 a.m.)
• Crafters' Club: If you crochet, knit, embroider or craft, bring your project over to the R.T. Jones Memorial Library for some crafting and socialization. The library is located at 116 Brown Industrial Parkway. (3 - 5 p.m.)
• Black Lion Reggae: Enjoy live music tonight at The Mill on Etowah, 225 Reformation Parkway. (7 - 9 p.m.)
• Matt Jackson: The artist is playing at Riverstone Corner Bistro tonight, 151 Reinhardt College Parkway. (7 - 9 p.m.)
• "A Bad Year For Tomatoes" - The play follows Myra Marlowe, as she moves into a house in New England to write an autobiography amidst her struggles with privacy and her neighbors. The performance will be held at the Canton Theatre, 171 E. Main St. (8 - 10 p.m.)
• CW Privateers: Catch the music tonight at Green Line Brewery, 192 E. Main St. (8 - 11 p.m.)
• Sacre Francais by DJ Veendez: Featuring a variety of house music at C'est la Vie, 361 E. Main St. (9 - 11 p.m.)
• Middle Raged: The band is playing live tonight at Canton Icehouse, 150 Keith Drive. (9 p.m. - 1 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• There's a super cool "Lost in Time Pop Up" at Reformation Brewery tomorrow. The shopping will run from noon to 6 p.m. and will include vendors like Broke Bread, Dismembered Threads, Rewind Fabrics and many more. The brewery is at 225 Reformation Parkway. (Reformation via Facebook)
• Keep an eye out for news about the upcoming Canton River Rock Music Festival. The event is scheduled for July 21-22 at Etowah River Park. There will be performances by Aaron Tippin, Sammy Kershaw and Collin Raye, along with local artists. (City of Canton via Facebook)
• History Cherokee: "🚨ATTENTION🚨 History Cherokee is excited to share that K-12 educators receive free admission to the Cherokee County History Center all of July! As part of Teacher Appreciation Month, show your valid educator ID at the Front Desk." (History Cherokee via Facebook)
• CherokeeFamilyViolenceCenter: "Do you need assistance with a Temporary Protective Order? To speak with a legal advocate regarding a TPO, please call 770-479-1804 ext. 200 for assistance in English or extensions 112 or 111 for assistance in Spanish." (CherokeeFamilyViolenceCenter via Instagram)
• History Cherokee: "Next week at 11 a.m.: guests ages 3-7 are invited to the Cherokee County History Center to learn all about #Juneteenth. Join us for story time in the Douglas Gallery then, afterward, they'll get to make a Juneteenth suncatcher to take home!" (History Cherokee via Facebook)

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