🌱 Suspect Sought In Theft + River Rock Is Back + Financial Seminar

Hello, hello! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Canton-Sixes Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out the most important things happening around town, including updates on:

• The Canton PD needs your help identifying a suspect.
• The River Rock Concert and Festival is back for 2023!
• Financial help has arrived for young adults in town.

But first, today's weather:

Some sun, then clouds; warm. High: 87 Low: 63.

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

1. The Canton Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a person captured on camera during a suspected theft on February 11. The person, seen with dark hair and wearing glasses, may have been involved in the theft of a wallet at T.J. Maxx in Canton. The picture of the suspect can be seen at the link. If you have any information, please reach out to Detective Priest with the Canton PD at 770-720-4883. (Canton PD via Facebook)
2. The River Rock Concert and Festival is back! This year, the family-friendly event will be held on July 21 - 22 at Etowah River Park. The weekend will be filled with local musicians, food and beverage vendors, craft vendors and a kid's area. The headliners on Saturday evening will be country music stars Sammy Kershaw, Aaron Tippin and Collin Raye. You can read more about the event here, and if you're interested in a sponsorship, please reach out to adam.dodson@cantonga.gov. (City of Canton via Facebook)
3. Dale Alexander, an employee benefits broker and advisor, speaker and author, will be holding a seminar on financial responsibility for young adults on April 18. The author of "'The Talk' (about money): A Young Adult's Guide To The One Decision That Changes Everything" will be speaking about budgeting techniques, ways to save money, investments and more, and the event is geared towards those in high school, college and in their early career. The seminar will be held at The Timbers on Etowah, located at 225 Reformation Parkway, at 7 p.m. You can get your tickets here, the profits from the event will benefit Goshen Valley. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
4. I love organizations that appreciate the long-term dedication of their employees, and the Cherokee Sheriff's Office celebrated some of their own at the Cherokee County Service Awards on Tuesday. Several employees were recognized for their service, including Tony McMahan for 30 years with the Sheriff's Office, Marianne Kelley and Kevin Busby for 25 years, James Stauf for 20 years and Beth Stringer for 5 years of service. Thank you for all you do, and congratulations! (Cherokee Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
5. It can be one of the worst things in life, having a family pet run off. Searching, posting flyers and calling around to all the shelters and vets in the area can be so stressful. There's one thing you can do, though, to help bring your pet back home faster - microchipping. If an animal runs off and shows up at a rescue, shelter, vet or with the county, rest assured, they will scan for a chip. There's help out there for you and your pets in the Cherokee County Animal Shelter and their microchipping service. For free, county residents can bring their pets over to 1015 Univeter Road or 131 Chattin Drive for a free chip Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. An appointment isn't required, you can just walk right in, but please be sure to have your pet secured on a leash or in a carrier. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)

Today in Canton-Sixes:

• American Red Cross Community Blood Drive: donors will receive an exclusive Red Cross and Peanuts Joe Cool t-shirt while supplies last. You can make an appointment at the link for the blood drive at the G. Cecil Pruett Community Center YMCA, 151 Waleska Street. (10 a.m. - 3 p.m.)
• Family Storytime: for children of all ages, but children must be accompanied by an adult. The kids will have fun with stories, songs, dancing and crafts at the Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway in Woodstock. (10:30 - 11:30 a.m.)
• Nature Walk with Caleb Arnold at J.B. Owens Park: take a nice walk around the park to celebrate "Spring Into The Library" week. Caleb Arnold of Ever Wilder Farms in Ellijay will lead the walk and speak about the native wildlife. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult, the park is located at 2749 Hickory Road in Canton. (11 a.m. - noon)
• Joy of Breathing: learn the Joy of Breathing technique and enjoy a Pranayama class with Soul Dimension. The free class will take place via Zoom meeting. Please see the listing for more information. (1 - 1:30 p.m.)
• Mark Miller: the artist will be live tonight at J. Michael's Prime, 110 Mountain Vista Boulevard. (6 - 8 p.m.)
• Team Trivia: every Wednesday at Sidelines Grille - Canton, 147 Reinhardt College Parkway. (7 p.m.)
• Music Bingo: every Wednesday at Sidelines Grille - Hickory Flat, 6199 Hickory Flat Highway. (7 p.m.)
• Wild Wednesday Trivia Night: have fun at Canton Cigar Co. with trivia tonight at 225 Reformation Parkway. (7 - 9 p.m.)
• Cowboys and Angels: throw on your best western threads for Country & Western Wednesdays at Canton Icehouse, 150 Keith Drive. Happy hour starts at 4 p.m., the music starts at 8 p.m. with DJ Tammy and the best dressed cowboy and cowgirl will win cash and prizes. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• If you're looking for a new job and you'd love to work for the city, Canton is hiring! They are specifically looking for a records technician to maintain departmental records for the Canton Police Department and a public works technician to maintain city streets, facilities, parks and grounds. Both positions have a starting salary of $20/hour and a nice benefits package. You can see these and all other city jobs here. (City of Canton via Facebook)
• Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services: "Several members of CCFES were recognized for their years of service this afternoon at the Board of Commissioners work session. Our members are our greatest asset and we're grateful that they're part of our team!" (Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services via Facebook)
• Sequoyah Regional Library: "Thank you to the Cherokee, Pickens, and Gilmer County Farm Bureaus for your donation of the children's book "I Love Strawberries" to our Sequoyah Regional Library System libraries! Written by Shannon Anderson and illustrated by Jaclyn Sinquett, "I Love Strawberries" educates young readers on how strawberries grow, why ladybugs are helpful, and how rewarding it is to grown your own food..." (Sequoyah Regional Library via Facebook)
• History Cherokee: "Tradition is a big part of the Kentucky Derby - from drinking Mint Juleps to singing “My Old Kentucky Home” as the horses step onto the track and make their way to the post. Probably the most well known tradition is the fashion, specifically the hats..." (History Cherokee via Facebook)
• Cherokee County, Georgia: "UGA Extension- Cherokee County Georgia is selling Vidalia onions at $12 per 10 lbs. bag to fund the transportation for 4-H students to summer camp in Jekyll Island! These sweet and delicious onions are grown right here in Georgia and make for the perfect addition to any meal..." (Cherokee County, Georgia via Facebook)

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