🌱 Cumming Police Offer Tuition Discount + Forsyth Co. Fire Station 9

Good morning, everybody. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Cumming Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening locally. Including updates on:

• Cumming police to offer discounted tuition for future officers
• Upcoming Citizens' Law Enforcement Academy
• Forsyth County begins construction on new Fire Station 9

But first, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 88 Low: 68.

Here are the top five stories in Cumming today:

1. The Cumming Police Department has established a partnership to provide police officers with discounted tuition rates for attending college. The Cumming City Council approved this initiative during an Aug. 15 meeting, aiming to create higher education opportunities for the officers in the department. The partnership seeks to support officers in pursuing further education to enhance their skills and capabilities. (Subscription: Forsyth County News)
2. The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is inviting applications for its upcoming Citizens' Law Enforcement Academy, which is set to begin next month. The academy will span nine weeks, with classes held on Mondays from 6:30-9:30 p.m., starting on Sep. 11. This opportunity is open to Forsyth County residents, employees, and business owners aged 21 and over, aiming to foster better communication and understanding between law enforcement and the community. (Forsyth County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
3. The construction of the new Forsyth County Fire Station 9 has begun! Chief Barry Head discussed its construction and more in the latest episode of "On the Move." The Forsyth County Fire Department is excited about the state-of-the-art stations and equipment that are soon to be introduced. For more details and to watch the video, click the link. (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
4. The Atlanta Regional Commission is encouraging Forsyth County residents to participate in shaping the future of transportation in the metro Atlanta area. They are inviting residents to take the Metropolitan Transportation Plan survey to contribute to future transportation planning across the region. The survey's goal is to gather input and insights from the community to help with transportation planning efforts. (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
5. A 44-year-old Snellville man was arrested by Forsyth County deputies on charges related to a 2022 burglary on Waterstone Drive. The incident took place on Nov. 2, 2022, when the homeowner received alerts from his Ring doorbell of a person on the back porch. Security footage showed the suspect prying open a glass door, causing it to shatter, and breaking a window. (Appen Media)

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Today in Cumming:

Saturday, August 19

• Fall Market At Cumming City Center (10:00 AM)
• Live Music: JB Gordon At Hacienda Bar And Grill (6:00 PM)
• Purple Madness: A Tribute To Prince At Cumming City Center (9:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Carol Nicholson, the creator behind CJ Clay Designs, specializes in crafting vibrant and playful polymer clay jewelry suitable for various occasions. Her collection can be explored at the upcoming Cumming Art Fest, taking place on Sep. 16-17 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the newly established Cumming City Center. Additional details can be found here. (Cumming Art Fest via Facebook)
• The representative for Piece Makers Quilts guild kindly delivered a collection of beautiful quilts to the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office. These quilts will be distributed to seniors in need during the upcoming winter season. Check them out at the link. (Forsyth County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• REMINDER: The first University of Georgia Extension Community Club meeting is quickly approaching. The event will take place at the Forsyth County Extension Office on Sep. 5 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. Interested individuals are encouraged to register. (Forsyth County Georgia 4-H via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday! I'll be back in your inbox soon with a new 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.