🌱 Concerns Over County School Redistricting + Unknown Graves Located

Hello, hello. I'm back with your fresh edition of the Cumming Patch newsletter. Come along to find out everything you need to know about what's going on these days in town...

• Residents concerned over Forsyth County school redistricting
• Unknown graves found by the Historical Society of Cumming
• Invasive Plants and Pollinator workshop today

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy with a stray t-storm. High: 74 Low: 61.

Here are the top five stories in Cumming today:

1. On Sep. 20, Forsyth County residents expressed concerns and urged the School Board to maintain school attendance zones rather than proceed with redistricting plans affecting several elementary schools. The draft redistricting plans addressed overcrowding and populating the new Midway Elementary which would impact students at multiple schools. Residents voiced worries about increased traffic, disruption of established friendships, and negative impacts on school communities, urging the board to reconsider the proposals. The School Board will discuss public input and review staff recommendations on the redistricting in October before final approval. (Appen Media)
2. Over the weekend, on Sep. 23, the Historical Society of Cumming/Forsyth County worked on the historic Harrell Cemetery. Multiple people banded together, including Professor Melissa Schindler from the University of Northern Georgia and South Forsyth High School history teacher Chase Wilbanks along with some of his students to help clean and identify headstones and burial sites. Together, they made significant progress in the project, including the discovery of several previously unknown graves. (Historical Society of Cumming/Forsyth County via Facebook)
3. The Georgia Green Landscape Series is hosting Session 4 at Post Road Library in Cumming, today, Sep. 27, focusing on Invasive Plants and Welcoming Pollinators to the Landscape. The event will be held from 7:00-8:30 p.m. and is presented by Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists Extension Volunteers. This educational program is free to attend, and no registration is necessary. (UGA Extension Forsyth County via Facebook)
4. Marcus Hawk has been appointed as the director of Fleet Services in Forsyth County. Hawk brings two decades of expertise in motor maintenance, operations, and leadership. He will be replacing Avery Gravitt who retired earlier this month after 17 years with the county. (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
5. On Friday, Sep. 29, The Well, Los Rios Cantina, and Tin Cup Grill in Cumming are hosting a concert featuring Radio 80s at the Lou Sobh Amphitheater. The event will be a nostalgic journey back to the 80s. The concert will start at 7:00 p.m. (Cumming City Center)

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Today in Cumming:

Wednesday, September 27

• Fall Break Magical Encanto Girls Day Out At Sweet And Sassy (4:00 PM)
• Food Truck - Meatballerz Pizza At NoFo Brew Co (4:00 PM)
• Video Trivia At Pies On Post (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Chattahoochee River is filled with secrets and surprises. Click the link to learn 10 lesser-known facts about the local river. (AZ Animals)
• The Cumming Library is hosting an informative session on the history of cowboys in American culture today, Sep. 27 at 2:00 p.m. Dive into the life of cowboys on cattle drives like the Chisholm Trail, exploring their tools and leisure activities. (Forsyth County Public Library)
• Get ready for "Music in the Maze" on Saturday, Oct. 7, at Warbington Farms in Cumming. The event will include live music by Caleb Wilkie, access to the corn maze, hayrides, the barnyard, and various fun park activities. Click the link to learn more. (Warbington Farms)

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— Sean Peek

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