🌱 Stormy And Hot Weekend Ahead + Stroke Signs In Animals

Hey, everybody! I'm back with your new edition of the Canton-Sixes Patch newsletter. Here's all the local news you need to know right now, including...

• Another hot day, storms possible.
• Symptoms of heat stroke in cats and dogs.
• Cherokee's Parks and Recreation Month events.

But first, today's weather: Hot; a strong evening thunderstorm. High: 94 Low: 68.

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Here are the top stories today in Canton-Sixes:

1. The heat doesn't seem to be going anywhere soon, and there may be storms leading up to the holiday next week. Not only will it be hot today and through the weekend, but there is also a "marginal risk" that we will have severe thunderstorms today and a "slight risk" that they'll come tomorrow. Stay cool, inside in the air conditioning and well hydrated, use your sunscreen and keep your eye on news outlets for storm- or heat-related alerts. (Cherokee County Emergency Management)
2. We discussed the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke in humans yesterday, but what about animals? Symptoms of heat stroke in animals include heavy panting, excessive drooling and a racing heartbeat, while worsening symptoms can include vomiting, seizures, staggering and collapsing. Help keep your pets safe by restricting their activities in hot weather, keeping them in shaded and ventilated areas when not inside the home, keeping cool drinking water where they can get to it and by never leaving them in a vehicle. If you think your pet is experiencing heat stroke, contact your veterinarian immediately. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
3. July is National Parks and Recreation Month, and in celebration, Cherokee Recreation & Parks has created a calendar packed full of daily happenings, activities and games designed to help get us up and outside. There are items for all ages, and there's even an interactive social media campaign with a grand prize up for grabs. On Sunday, you can enjoy some free rock climbing over at The Buzz, at 7345 Cumming Highway. Other events on the calendar include flying a kite at Cherokee Veterans Park, giving Open Gym a try at The Buzz and swimming at the Aquatic Center. You can find the full calendar at the link. (Cherokee County Communications Division)

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Today in Canton-Sixes:

Friday, June 30

• Flush & Fun with CCWSA: The Cherokee County Water and Sewerage Authority will be on hand to speak about the path of waste and water. The event is for all ages and will include a story and activity at the Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway in Woodstock. (2 - 3 p.m.)
• Moon Yoga: You'll "harness the powerful energies of the new moon to change things up or start something new in your life." Learn some astrology and enjoy gentle yoga poses, a sound experience, meditation and some discussion. Please bring water, a journal and a light snack to share, you can sign up at the link. Horizon Healing Center is located at 182 North St. (7 p.m.)
• Levi Ransom: Enjoy live music tonight at The Mill on Etowah, 225 Reformation Parkway. (7 - 9 p.m.)
• Marty Manous: The musician will be playing live tonight at J. Michael's Prime, 110 Mountain Vista Blvd. (7 - 9 p.m.)
• Brent Cantrell: 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.)
• Forest Violette Trio: The group is playing live tonight at Canton Icehouse, 150 Keith Drive. (9 p.m. - 1 a.m.)

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From my notebook:

• History Cherokee's Black History Committee and the R.T. Jones Memorial Library would love to hear your stories about Civil Rights and local churches in the '60s and '70s. If you have a story to tell, you can sign up for the "'My Story' Interviews with History Cherokee" event here, it will be going on today from 1 to 5:30 p.m. at 116 Brown Industrial Parkway. (Sequoyah Regional Library System)
• Canton Police Department, GA: "The Canton Police Department held a swearing-in ceremony for Officer Brandon Craig, today. Ofc. Craig was sworn into the department by Judge Thomas A. Roach, as family, friends, and other members of the Canton Police force attended the ceremony to show their support." (Canton Police Department, GA via Facebook)
• Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services: "Engine 19 responded to a vehicle fire on Highway 92 near Hund Road just after 5:00pm today. Traffic in the area was affected until the fire was extinguished and vehicle removed from the roadway." (Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services via Facebook)
• City of Canton GA: "The City of Canton would love to have your input on a proposed crosswalk on East Main Street! We hope you can join us and our consultant team at our Public Input Meeting on July 6 at 5 p.m., in the City Hall Auditorium. Please share your comments or suggestions, and we will be happy to answer any questions you may have." (City of Canton GA via Facebook)
• Cherokee County Animal Shelter: "What do we need most this week? Paper towels and Windex 🪟 And also canned dog food 🐶🐾🥫 We appreciate ANY and ALL donations for the animals. ❤" (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• Cherokee County, Georgia: "Cherokee County offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday! #CherokeeGA #CherokeeCounty" (Cherokee County, Georgia via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Nina Lightcap

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