🌱 Forsyth County Car Dealership Remembers 9/11 + Eminent Demolition

Hello all. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Cumming Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in the community. Including news about:

• Forsyth County car dealership remembers 9/11
• Eminent domain demolition begins on Forsyth County home
• Forsyth County Solicitor-General of the Year

But first, today's weather:

A thunderstorm in spots. High: 84 Low: 62.

Here are the top five stories today in Cumming:

1. A local car dealership in Forsyth County continued its annual tradition of honoring the victims of the 9/11 attacks by providing meals for the first responders in the community. This gesture serves as a tribute to those who put their lives on the line daily to protect and serve the country. The dealership's commitment to recognizing and supporting these local heroes is a part of their ongoing tradition. (Subscription: Forsyth County News)
2. Contractors began demolishing a section of Jerri Hanners' property, which holds 46 years of memories for her, to make way for a multi-lane divided highway approved by Forsyth County board members. Hanners, along with her husband Bobby, knew about the condemnation of sections of their property but were surprised by the timing of the demolition. They are also awaiting a payout of over $25,000 from the county for their land and are seeking information on where to obtain the funds. Eminent domain land deals like these are not uncommon, and homeowners will need to file a motion with the courts to access the settlement amount based on the land's appraisal. (WSB-TV)
3. Forsyth County Solicitor-General Bill Finch was acknowledged at the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners meeting on Sep. 7 for receiving the Solicitor-General of the Year award from the Georgia Association of Solicitor-Generals. This recognition was granted to Finch in recognition of his dedication, integrity, and strong ethical standards. The award was conferred on him during the summer. (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
4. The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners acknowledged Avery Gravitt for his tenure as Fleet Services director upon his retirement announcement. Gravitt, who assumed the role in 2007, oversaw the maintenance and servicing of the county's vehicles and equipment during his tenure. The Board expressed gratitude for his dedicated service, leadership, and performance, wishing him well in his future endeavors. (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
5. In case you missed it, the Cumming Public Schoolhouse recently celebrated its 100th anniversary with a gathering of alumni and community members. Hosted by the Historical Society of Cumming/Forsyth County, the event welcomed people from across Forsyth County to commemorate the school's rich history. (Subscription: Forsyth County News)

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Today in Cumming:

Wednesday, September 13

• Food Truck - Draztic Aztec At NoF0 Brew Co. (4:00 PM)
• Music Bingo At Hall And Hound Brewing Company (7:00 PM)
• Native Plants And Water Conservation At Post Road Library (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Join the Forsyth County Family YMCA for a morning yoga session on Saturday, Sep. 16, at 8:00 a.m. in Glen Willow Park, located in Vickery Village Forsyth. (Vickery Village Forsyth via Facebook)
• Local country musician, Ashely Brooks, will be at Lou Sabh Amphitheater on Friday, Sep. 15 at 7:00 p.m. Parking and admission to the show will be free. (Cumming City Center via Facebook)
• You can register your team now for the upcoming Forsyth Parks and Recreation winter adult softball league here. (Forsyth County Parks and Recreation via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll see you around.

— 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.