🌱 Forsyth Co. To Become A '4 Minute City' + Local Wins Championship

Hi there, Cumming. I'm here in your inbox this morning to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on in town. In today's issue, you'll find news about these stories and more:

• Forsyth County will become a "4 Minute City"
• Local brings home first place after World Schools Debating Championships in Vietnam
• Cumming City Center customized bricks now on display

But first, today's weather:

Humid with a t-storm in spots. High: 87 Low: 71.

Here are the top five stories today in Cumming:

1. Forsyth County is progressing towards becoming a "4 Minute City" (4MC), focused on the swift response to cardiac arrests. Over 300 Avive Connect Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are being deployed, and the Forsyth County 4MC Cardiac Arrest Rapid Engagement Team members are now equipped with mobile AEDs, poised to offer immediate assistance to cardiac arrest victims upon 911 dispatch. This initiative aims to provide lifesaving help before EMS arrives, enhancing community safety. (Forsyth County, Georgia)
2. A recent Lambert High School graduate (located in nearby Suwanee), Vinayak Menon, played a crucial role on Team USA in the World Schools Debating Championships, securing a first-place victory — for the first time in the United States since 1994. The event was held in Vietnam, and Menon's efforts were instrumental in leading Team USA to triumph in the prestigious world debate championship. (Subscription: Forsyth County News)
3. Cumming City Center has installed all custom bricks purchased from different campaigns. These bricks are situated near the Grand Fountain on Vision Drive and The Steam Engine Plaza. The provided reference number will help identify the location of each brick, and if you capture a photo with your brick, feel free to share it on social media by tagging Cumming City Center! (Cumming City Center via Facebook)
4. A Forsyth County business group, Forward Forsyth, is organizing a commercial real estate seminar and networking event in August to assist local businesses in navigating the upcoming economic landscape. The seminar, titled "State of Commercial Space," aims to provide insights and strategies for businesses dealing with higher interest rates on commercial loans. The event, featuring an economist from Synovus as the main speaker, will be open to the public and is part of Forward Forsyth's efforts to stimulate economic growth in the county. (Appen Media)
5. The August Seniors and Lawmen Together meeting will occur on Aug. 16 at the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge. The guest speaker for the event will be County Manager David McKee, and breakfast will be provided. This is a monthly meeting that is open to all Forsyth County seniors. (Forsyth County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)

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Today in and around Cumming:

Friday, August 11

• Business Owner Master Class: Tax, Growth, And Exit Strategies At Cumming Recreation & Parks (9:00 AM)
• Live Music With Eyen Georgia At GrapeVine's Italian Restaurant (7:00 PM)
• Counting Crows With Dashboard Confessional At Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, Alpharetta (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Forsyth County Parks and Recreation is hosting a Community Yard Sale at Central Park Recreation Center on Oct. 21. Community members can register as vendors for $10 to sell their items, while entry for shoppers is free. (Forsyth County Parks and Recreation via Facebook)
• Did you know Forsyth County Parks and Recreation offers gymnastic classes for children aged 1-11? Learn more here. (Forsyth County Parks and Recreation via Facebook)
• Forsyth County 911 Dispatchers must undergo around 1,320 hours of training to achieve the status of a Public Safety Telecommunicator Senior. This comprehensive training covers tasks such as managing phone calls and radio operations simultaneously. Shout out to all emergency dispatchers for their hard work! (Forsyth County Emergency Management Agency & 911 via Facebook)

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— 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.