🌱 Cumming PD Fully Staffed + Forsyth Co. Monitoring Sewage Spill

Hello, everybody. It's Thursday in Cumming and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in our community, including news on...

• Cumming Police Department finally fully staffed
• Forsyth Co. will monitor sewage spill for one year
• Upcoming Cumming Country Fair and Festival

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 79 Low: 59.

Here are the top five stories in Cumming today:

1. At the regular September meeting of the Mayor and City Council in Cumming, several new police officers were sworn into duty, bringing the Cumming Police Department to full staff with a total of 22 officers. The officers sworn in during the ceremony are Michael Bernieri, Raed ElMansy, and Julian Lee-Foon. This addition to the police force reflects the commitment to maintaining public safety in Cumming. (City of Cumming, GA - City Hall via Facebook)
2. Forsyth County officials have reported a sewage spill of 1,200 gallons in the Pinnacle Glen subdivision near 3072 Cross Creek Drive on Aug. 31. The spill occurred due to a buildup of grease and rags in the gravity sewer line, leading to sewage entering Bagley Creek. The affected area has been cleaned and treated with lime, and the county is following Environmental Protection Division guidelines and conducting stream monitoring for one year as a precaution. For more information, individuals can contact the County Department of Water and Sewer at 770-781-2160. (Appen Media)
3. The Cumming Country Fair and Festival is approaching, featuring a concert series with Neal McCoy, Mark Wills, and Randy Houser. The concerts, included with fair admission, will start at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are currently available for $7 until Oct. 4, when they will then increase to $10. Find more details about this year's fair here. (Cumming Fairgrounds via Facebook)
4. The Georgia Youth Sustainability Conference is scheduled to take place in nearby Snellville on Nov. 4, organized by Green Cell in collaboration with the United Nations' Atlanta Chapter and the Georgia Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council. This event is designed for youth interested in sustainability advocacy and will offer dynamic workshops, interactive discussions, and keynote speakers to equip attendees with the knowledge and tools to drive positive change in their communities. The conference welcomes middle and high school students, teachers, eco-club sponsors, and change-makers, with scholarships available for students from Title 1 schools. (Appen Media)
5. The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners is currently accepting sealed bids until 10:00 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 20, for two pieces of property. The first property, located at 785 Old Alpharetta Road, covers 1.25 acres and is currently zoned as a Restricted Industrial District (M1). The second property, at 7305 Lanier Drive, spans 2.801 acres and is currently zoned as Agricultural (A1) District. (Forsyth County, GA)

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Today in Cumming:

Thursday, September 21

• Books & Babies At Sharon Forks Library (10:00 AM)
• Hispanic Heritage Game Night At Hampton Park Library (6:00 PM)
• Teen Leaders Club Kickoff At Forsyth County Family YMCA (6:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Forsyth County Georgia 4-H is inviting students in grades 6-8 to join them for the Junior Conference titled "Rockin' and Rollin' at the Rock" on Nov. 11-12. Interested individuals can register and find more information here. (Forsyth County Georgia 4-H via Facebook)
• Meet Jubilee, a one-year-old female dog who is ready to meet her fur-ever family. Learn more about Jubilee and how to meet her at the link. (Forsyth County Georgia Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• NoFo Brew Co in Cumming has introduced a new brew made with Georgia-grown pecans! Click the link to learn more. (NoFo Brew Co Cumming via Facebook)

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

— 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.