🌱 Drinking Water Updates + Lanierland Park's New Fields And Amenities

Hey, neighbors. It's Wednesday in Cumming and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally, including news about...

• The county's plans to improve drinking water
• New Lanierland Park amenities unveiling
• Overnight traffic later this week

But first, today's weather:

Humid; an afternoon t-storm. High: 87 Low: 72.

Here are the top five stories today in Cumming:

1. The Forsyth County Department of Water & Sewer plans to make changes to improve the taste and smell of the county's drinking water. The department is rolling out a new treatment, called Ozone, that will remove 2-Methylisoborneol and Geosmin — trace compounds that are not hazardous to humans, but can lead to a muskier taste and odor. (NewsBreak)
2. On Aug. 19, Forsyth County Parks and Recreation will officially unveil Lanierland Park's new tennis and pickleball courts, baseball/softball fields, Miracle League field, walking path, and all-inclusive playground, among other new amenities, as part of phase II of the park's expansion project. The unveiling will take place at 9:00 a.m. at 6115 Jot-Em-Down Rd. (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
3. Heads up, drivers: This Thursday, Jul. 20 and Friday, Jul. 21, construction on SR 400 near Exit 18 is expected to cause overnight traffic delays and lane closures. Beginning at 9:00 p.m. on Jul. 20, crews will be removing and replacing overhead cables and signs. Work is scheduled to end at 5:00 a.m. on Jul. 21. (NewsBreak)
4. Forsyth County Schools announced that it still has openings for its middle schools for the 2023-2024 school year. Jobs like middle school math and science teacher, family and consumer science teacher, and speech language pathologist are included in the open positions. Learn more and apply here. (Forsyth County Schools via Facebook)
5. Pinecrest Academy recently began construction on a second entrance into the school's campus, a project several years in the making. The second entrance will go in at the intersection of Peachtree Parkway and Stoney Point Road, where an existing traffic light is already located, with an anticipated completion date during the fall semester of the 2023-2024 school year. (Patch)

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Today in Cumming:

Wednesday, July 19

• “Summer In the City” Art Show At The Cumming Arts Center (11:00 AM)
• Family Escape Room At Hampton Park Library (4:00 PM)
• Live Music: Jason Gardner At Lou Sobh Amphitheater (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Next Tuesday, Jul. 25, enjoy a free outdoor family movie screening in the courtyard at Vickery Village. "Lyle, Lyle Crocodile" will begin around sunset, with parking available near the YMCA — just bring yourself and a blanket or chairs for seating. (Cumming Local via Facebook)
• Local Girl Scout Troop 21710 recently spent a day at the Humane Society of Forsyth County to help beautify the entrance. The troop of Sprouts, Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors helped mulch, plant flowers, and refresh the Humane Society entrance with hanging baskets. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)
• Registration for the Forsyth County YMCA's Youth Athletic Training for ages 12-17 is now open. The training program will work on skills like speed, agility, endurance, flexibility, and strength. (Forsyth County Family YMCA via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! See you tomorrow morning 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.