🌱 Three Shot At Graduation Party + Man Rescues Puppy From House Fire

Good morning, neighbors! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new copy of the Cumming Patch newsletter. Here's what you need to know about what's happening locally, including...

• Three people injured in a graduation party shooting.
• A conference to improve local road safety.
• A puppy rescued from a burning building this weekend.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 88 Low: 63.

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Here are the top five stories today in Cumming:

1. Forsyth County officials say three people were shot over the weekend during a graduation party that turned violent. The incident occurred Saturday at a residence on Milledge Circle, where officers responded to reports of shots fired to discover three individuals with gunshot wounds, including a football player from Mary Persons High School. The victims were taken to two local hospitals but have not been publicly identified due to being between the ages of 16 and 20. (WSB-TV)
2. The AAA Safe System Summit will be held today (Jun. 7) at the Forsyth Conference Center in Cumming. The conference's purpose is to help traffic safety experts and community leaders eliminate injuries for all road users. State and local officials, local law enforcement, and the Georgia Governor's Office of Highway and Safety are expected to be in attendance. (ValdostaToday.com)
3. A heroic local man rescued his puppy from a burning building over the weekend. Officials say the man reentered his home, which had caught on fire, in order to save the dog from the building. The individual sustained second-degree burns and was transported to a nearby hospital, but he is expected to make a full recovery. (Forsyth County News via Instagram)
4. Celebrate the Fourth of July in Forsyth County! The Cumming Fairgrounds will be holding an Independence Day Celebration on Tuesday, Jul. 4, from 4:00-10:00 p.m. Fireworks will commence at 9:30 p.m., and a parade will also be held at 10:00 a.m. that morning. (Cumming Fairgrounds via Facebook)
5. Looking for a new job that will allow you to be more involved in your community? Forsyth County is currently hiring for numerous positions, including Athletic Attendant, Construction Inspector, and Kennel Technician. Get job descriptions, salary information, and application details at the link. (GovernmentJobs.com)

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Today in Cumming:

Wednesday, June 7

• Food Truck: Maui Wowie At NoFo Brew Co (4:00 PM)
• Music Bingo At Wild Wing Cafe (7:00 PM)
• Wednesday Night Trivia At Freedom Brew And Shrine (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Heads up, house hunters! Here are the latest homes to hit the market in and around the Cumming area. (Cumming Patch)
• The 2023 Forsyth County Schools musical, Matilda, opens Jun. 22 at 7:30 p.m. Visit the link to get tickets or explore other showtimes and upcoming performances. (Forsyth County Arts and Learning Center)
• With temperatures on the rise, the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is reminding drivers to "look before you lock" to ensure children are not left in a hot car. Around 38 children die from heatstroke sustained in hot vehicles every year, so remember to double-check your car before walking away! (Forsyth County SO via Instagram)

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That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— 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.