🌱 CrossFit 24-Hour Fitness Fundraiser + Lake Lanier Drowning

Hi all. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Cumming Patch newsletter. Here's all the local news you need to know right now. In today's briefing, you'll learn about these stories and more:

• Forsyth County CrossFit gym raising money through 24-hour fitness
• Lake Lanier claims another life
• Forsyth County schools hiring custodians

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 91 Low: 71.

Here are the top five stories today in Cumming:

1. Athletes from a Forsyth County CrossFit gym are engaging in a 24-hour continuous workout session to generate funds for childhood cancer research. Last year, participants from CrossFit Dynamo successfully raised over $73,000 for the Foundation for Children’s Cancer Research. The local gym is once again rallying community members and athletes to join the cause by completing 24 exercises in 24 hours, all in support of the foundation's mission. (Subscription: Forsyth County News)
2. A man, identified as Brayan Tarasona, drowned in Lake Lanier near Van Pugh Park on Monday, Aug. 21. Tarasona, 22, was swimming with others when he encountered difficulties while trying to return to the shore, as reported by nearby Hall County Fire Rescue. Despite the efforts of marine rescue teams who used a remote operated vehicle to retrieve him from the water, Tarasona was transported to a hospital in critical condition, where he later succumbed to his injuries. (Gwinnett Daily Post)
3. Forsyth County Schools are in the process of hiring custodians for the 2023-2024 school year. Those interested in applying can find the available positions listed on their website. Take a look at the openings and consider joining the team as a custodian. (Forsyth County Schools via Facebook)
4. Pinecrest Academy in Cumming is inviting the community to Meet the Paladins on Oct. 17 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. This will be an opportunity to learn from current students, parents, and faculty. Interested individuals can register here. (Cumming Patch)
5. Explore Forsyth County Parks and Rec's latest basketball program at Old Atlanta Park, available from Sep. 7 to Oct. 26. Led by former NBA player Chuck Person and a team of skilled coaches, this program is designed to elevate your baseball skills. Open to ages 8-18, click the link to learn more. (Forsyth County Parks and Recreation via Facebook)

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Today in Cumming:

Wednesday, August 23

• Food Truck: Grubbin Out At NoFo Brew Co (4:00 PM)
• Music Bingo At NoFo Brew Co. (7:00 PM)
• Trivia Night At Freedom Brew And Shine (7:00 PM)

From our partner:

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From my notebook:

• The Forsyth County Fire Department is looking for vendors to participate in their Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 21. Applications are due by Oct. 6. (Forsyth County Fire Department via Facebook)
• There are only two days left until "Foundation FriYay." Over $109,000 will be presented to Forsyth County Schools on Aug. 25. (Forsyth County Schools via Facebook)
• Do you have extra tomatoes in the kitchen? Don't let them go to waste, check out a savory tomato pie recipe at the link. (Cumming Farmers Market via Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed! 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.