🌱 The First Shipley Do-Nuts In GA + Arts Alliance's 2023 Grant Cycle

Hello, everybody. I'm back in your inbox this morning with the most important things happening locally. In today's newsletter, we have these stories and more...

• A new fast-food restaurant in town.
• Updates on Bill 233.
• Information about the Forsyth County Arts Alliance 2023 grant cycle.

But first, today's weather:

Partly to mostly sunny. High: 66 Low: 46.

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Here are the top five stories today in Cumming:

1. Houston-based Shipley Do-Nuts has opened its first Georgia location at Keith Bridge Road in Cumming. Shipley Do-Nuts is a known maker of gourmet, made-fresh-daily do-nuts, kolaches, hot coffee, and cold brew. The franchise is locally owned and operated by "Ozzie" Rodriguez, who also owns Coal Mountain Package Store and Palapas Bar and Grill. (PR Newswire)
2. Cumming Republican Sen. Greg Dolezal’s Senate Bill 233 is moved through its house subcommittee. Bill 233 would provide $6,000 to parents in the state’s lowest-performing public schools. Parents are then to use the money to send their children to private schools. On Monday, it moved forward in a House subcommittee with a boost from prominent Republicans. (Now Habersham)
3. The Forsyth County Arts Alliance just opened its 2023 Grant Cycle. The alliance is a philanthropic organization that exists to support the arts in Forsyth County. Eligible applicants for its grants include registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, libraries, and schools. (Press Release Desk)
4. A local fisherman placed third in the Bass Fishing League Tournament on Lake HartwellPaul Marks of Cumming caught five basses weighing 17 pounds, 13 ounces and won $1,845 for his victory. After this event, Marks now leads the BFL Savannah River Division Boater Angler of the Year (AOY) race with 742 points. (BassResource.com)
5. Looking for a new house in and around the Cumming area? This week's real estate roundup features several beautiful single-family homes at a range of prices. If you're in the market for a new home, be sure to check out the list before one of your favorites is gone! (Cumming Patch)

Today in Cumming:

• Paws To Read at Sharon Forks Library (3:30 PM)
• Trivia Night at Freedom Brew And Shine (7:00 PM)
• Narratives of North Georgia at Post Road Library (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• There are now two stores open at Cumming City Center! Give a warm welcome to Top KNOTch Boutique and Lily Rose Co. (Forsyth County News via Instagram)
• Congratulations to the Forsyth Central High School drumline for being named a regional finalist! The team placed second at WGI ATL. (Forsyth Central High School via Facebook)
• The Forsyth County Public Library Strategic Planning Retreat was a huge success last Saturday. A total of 73 community leaders and patrons spent the day brainstorming and strategizing about future partnerships and opportunities to serve the community. (Forsyth County Public Library via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow 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.