🌱 Cumming Ranks As Retirement Destination + New Restaurant

Good morning, everybody! It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Cumming Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. In this issue, you'll find:

• Six towns in Georgia perfect for retirement
• Old Atlanta Road construction in Forsyth County
• New restaurant in Cumming offers traditional British fare

But first, today's weather:

An afternoon thunderstorm. High: 83 Low: 59.

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Here are the top five stories in Cumming today:

1. Financial experts say Georgia is a great alternative for retirement to well-known destinations, such as Florida. Retirement planners recommended the Peach State for its affordability, tax friendliness, and great economy. Cumming ranked within the top six towns to retire within the state. Forsyth County is deemed one of the safest and wealthiest counties in Georgia. Cumming's access to the Blueridge Mountains and Lake Lanier also makes the city desirable for retirees. (Wealth Of Geeks)
2. Crews have started widening Old Atlanta Road in Forsyth County along James Burgess Road to St. Marlo Country Club Parkway. Travelers are encouraged to seek alternate routes while the construction is taking place. Tree clearing and other area cleaning will occur daily for the next four to six months. (Atlanta News First)
3. Wright's Fish and Chips, a new restaurant offering British fare, recently opened inside the Cumming City Center. The staple menu option is the classic fish and chips (fries) made with a lightly battered cod and served with chips just the way you would get in the United Kingdom. The restaurant also offers other great traditional dishes, such as British pies, bangers (sausage), and various pastries and teas. Wright's is open Tuesday through Sunday every week. (Fox 5 Atlanta)
4. The annual Memorial Day Celebration at the Veterans War Memorial will occur on May 26. The celebration is put on by the city and local veteran organizations and will honor those who have served, are serving, and those who have lost their lives in service. The ceremony begins at 11 a.m. If it rains that day, an alternate location at the fairgrounds has been arranged. (City of Cumming E-News)
5. The Coffee and the Juice Box "Summer Safety" event with the Forsyth County Sheriff's Department is happening today at 9:30 a.m. The event at the Midway Park Community Building will feature different guests every second Tuesday of each month, with this month being the sheriff's office and the Forsyth County Public Library. If you can't make it this morning, more opportunities will be available throughout the summer. (Forsyth County Parks and Recreation via Facebook)

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Today in Cumming:

• Bookish Trailblazers - An Outdoor Book Club For Adults At Fowler Park (9:30 AM)
• Paws To Read At Hampton Park Library (4:00 PM)
• Stress Pups for Teens At Cumming Library (5:30 PM)
• Live Music Bingo At The Black Diamond Grill (7:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Board of Commissioners recognized the student winners of the safety poster contest. Poster categories included a fire safety category, an outdoor safety category, and an electrical safety category. (Forsyth County Fire Department via Facebook)
• A new list of job openings has come out for this week; here is a quick rundown of the opportunities available in and around Cumming. Positions are available in insurance, sales, customer service, and marketing. Click the link for more information! (Cumming Patch)
• Hall & Hound Brewing Company is a great place to socialize where you can grab great food and drinks. With fresh products from cities around the county, Hall & Hound offers delicious local cuisine. The brewery also allows dogs, so you don't have to worry about leaving your furry friend at home! (Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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Featured events:

• T-Mobile Tuesdays: Fresh Perks Every Week (May 9)
• Taxes in Retirement Seminar at Forsyth County Public Library - Hampton Park Library (May 11)
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That's it for today. See you all tomorrow for 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.