🌱 Local 16-Year-Old Dies In Car Crash + Easter Events In Cumming

Welcome back, Cumming. I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including news about...

• A teenager died in a single-car crash on Monday.
• Sephora at Kohl's is bringing their business to Cumming.
• Upcoming Easter events in Cumming and the greater Atlanta metro.

But first, today's weather:

Sunshine. High: 65 Low: 38.

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Here are the top five stories today in Cumming:

1. A 16-year-old teen girl from Cumming died Monday in a single-car crash. According to authorities, the crash occurred at Haw Creek Road, east of Haw Creek Drive. Firefighters and police responded to the scene at about 10:15 p.m. Police say the vehicle did not yield to a curve, crossed the eastbound lane, and struck a utility pole and then a tree. The girl was not wearing a seatbelt. (Cumming Patch)
2. A Kohl's in Cumming will soon host a Sephora at Kohl's experience. The shop, meant to mimic the experience of a freestanding Sephora store, is one of 250 such locations to open nationwide, making the total number nationwide 850. Click the link to learn more about other locations nearby featuring the shop. (Macon Telegraph)
3. An expansion project of Northside Hospital Forsyth was recognized as one of the top construction projects in the 2023 Build America Awards. The Associated General Contractors of America and Construction Risk Partners join each year to present the Build America Awards, which the organizations say "represent excellence in the construction industry." The project was recognized for its aggressive schedule and close coordination throughout the various phases of the project. (Northside Hospital)
4. Hunting for a house, but haven't found the right spot to settle? Check out this list of properties in and around Cumming, including some open house events. If you want something that's all your own, there are two plots of land for sale on which you could build your very own home that's up to your own specs; one lot on Jonathon Lane is listed for just $90,000. (Cumming Patch)
5. Easter is coming up on Sunday, Apr. 9. Access Atlanta has rounded up all of the Easter events in and around the Atlanta metro, so you know where to go to see the Easter Bunny and to participate in egg hunts. For more grown-up activities, there are also brunches closer to mid-town Atlanta. In Cumming, there is an Easter Egg Hunt and Pop-up Market at The Collection at Forsyth. (Access Atlanta)

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Today in Cumming:

• Toddler Tales & Storytime at Sharon Forks Library (10:00 AM)
• Food Truck at NoFo Brew Co (4:00 PM)
• Trivia Night at Freedom Brew & Shine (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Curious about how books are selected for Forsyth County School libraries? Forsyth County News found out the process. Learn more at the link. (Forsyth County News via Instagram)
• United Way Of Forsyth County thanked UPS for packing 200 bags of snack packs. The snack packs will be distributed to students in Forsyth County. (United Way Of Forsyth County via Instagram)
• The Humane Society of Forsyth County wants to let you know about its Annual Kennel Sponsorship Program. The program helps cover the costs of operation for the Humane Society. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with 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.