🌱 SPLOST Tax Update + Back To School Clinics + Local Book Sale

Hello and happy Wednesday! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening in Canton-Sixes. Let's have at it.

First, today's weather:

An a.m. t-storm; partly sunny. High: 90 Low: 74.

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

1. According to a Jul. 7 presentation from the city of Canton, the Cherokee County Board of Commissioners (CCBOC) is expected to adopt the final intergovernmental agreement on Aug. 2, 2022. The Holly Springs City Council approved an agreement with CCBOC on how the city will spend the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax revenues if the voters extend the tax. (Cherokee Tribune & Ledger News)
2. The Cherokee County Health Department is hosting two more back-to-school health clinics to get kids ready with screenings and immunizations. The first clinic was held on Jul. 19, the next two will be the upcoming Tuesdays, Jul. 26 and Aug. 2. Located at 1219 Univeter Road in Canton. For more information, call (770) 345-7371. (WSB TV)
3. The Friends of the Cherokee County Public Libraries book sale is Friday, Jul. 22, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. through Saturday, Jul. 23, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Hickory Flat Public Library in Canton. A preview sale will be on Thursday, Jul. 21, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., there will be a preview sale that is only open to members of the Friends of the Cherokee County Public Libraries. (Sequoyah Calendar)
4. On Thursday, Oct. 6, the Woodstock Public Safety Foundation will hold its seventh annual charity golf tournament. The tournament will take place at the BridgeMill Athletic Club, located at 1190 Bridge Mill Avenue in Canton. (Cherokee Tribune & Ledger News)
5. The fourth rodeo performance of the National High School Finals Rodeo was Jul. 19 at Cam-plex. Christian Cagle from Canton placed 16th in Steer Wrestling, with a time of 15.24. (Gillette News Record)

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Today in Canton-Sixes:

• Environmental and Sustainability Advisory Board Meeting At Canton City Hall (5:00 PM)
• Shark Trivia Night At R.T. Jones Memorial Library (6:00 PM)
• Wine Tasting At Stout's Growlers (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Have you lost your pet? Click here to check the Cherokee County Animal Shelter. The Intake Department, located at 131 Chattin Drive, is open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. (Instagram)
• The comment period for the proposed improvements to State Route 20 has been extended to Jul. 22! GDOT is planning a project to alleviate congestion on SR 20 between I-75 and I-575. Click here for more information. (Facebook)
• Don't miss Fun in the Sun at J.B. Owens Park from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday, Jul. 22! There will be lawn games, snacks, and a story walk! Located at 2749 Hickory Road in Canton. All ages are welcome. but children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required. (Library Calendar)

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Events:

• Religious School OPEN House (July 24)
• Santa Vacation Photos at Our Christmas in July Event (July 24)
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You're all caught up for today. 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.