🌱 IPRA World Championship Rodeo + Trump Surrenders To County Jail

Hello again, neighbors! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Cumming Patch newsletter. Let's get this Saturday started off right, with a quick review of the most important things happening in town these days. Today you'll read about:

• IPRA World Championship Rodeo Sep. 1-3
• Former President Donald Trump surrenders to Fulton County Jail
• Three arrested for international theft ring

But first, today's weather:

Hot with plenty of sun. High: 96 Low: 72.

Here are the top five stories in Cumming today:

1. Experience the annual IPRA World Championship Rodeo during Labor Day weekend, featuring thrilling events like Bull Riding, Barrel Racing, and more, held from Sep. 1-3. The show, lasting about 2.5 hours each night, kicks off at 8:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, with gates opening two hours prior for ticket sales. Admission is free for ages 10 and under, while adults aged 11 and up can enjoy the rodeo for $20. (City of Cumming)
2. Embrace the sweetness of the Cumming Country Fair and Festival, where excitement awaits with delectable fair food, thrilling rides, unforgettable concerts, and various acts, creating cherished memories for families and friends. Located at the Cumming Fairgrounds, the event runs from Oct. 5-15, and admission is free for ages 10 and under. Those aged 11 and up can enter for $10, with both cash and credit card payments accepted. (Cumming Fair)
3. Today, Aug. 26, Ground & Pound Coffee in nearby Alpharetta is hosting an enchanting evening featuring Songwriters in the Round with Jason Clark, Jeannie Caryn, and Joel Keeley. These gifted artists will grace the stage, offering soulful melodies and captivating tales, promising an unforgettable musical experience. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enjoy live music and engaging stories starting at 7:30 p.m. (Cumming Patch)
4. For the first time in U.S. history, former President Donald Trump has a mugshot after surrendering at the nearby Fulton County Jail on RICO charges. Trump, who had previously claimed election interference, shared his mugshot with defiant words on his Truth Social account. He was charged with multiple offenses including RICO violations and false reporting, and was released on a $200,000 bond, while other defendants related to the Georgia election interference indictment are expected to surrender as well. (Cumming Patch)
5. Three individuals have been apprehended by Forsyth County deputies for their involvement in an international theft ring targeting various businesses and homes, including Simon D. Jewelers in nearby Johns Creek. The suspects, identified as Maykel Hernandez, Giorge Navea, and Javier Guerra-Morales, were found to be part of a South American theft group operating across metro Atlanta and even spanning multiple states. These individuals were implicated in burglaries and attempted burglaries in different locations and are facing charges for smash-and-grab offenses as well as criminal damage to property. (WSBTV)

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Today in Cumming:

Saturday, August 26

• Sawnee Ballet Theatre’s Community Cast Nutcracker Auditions At Forsyth County Arts And Learning Center (10:00 AM)
• Perfect Blend Performs Live In The Backroom At Music Authority (6:30 PM)
• Legally Blonde The Musical At Forsyth County Arts And Learning Center (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• REMINDER: Students have early release on Friday, Sep. 1, and will be off on Monday, Sep. 4, in observance of Labor Day. (Forsyth Central HS via X)
• From Aug. 28 to Sep. 2, join the Forsyth County Public Library for Swashbuckling Storytimes where young pirates can read, sing, and dance while learning about early literacy and engaging in activities to boost reading readiness at home. Find further details here. (Forsyth County Public Library via Facebook)

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