🌱 Longhorns Win Big At Track Meet + Forsyth Schools Need Teachers

Hello, Cumming! I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including updates on:

• Class 7A state track and field championships
• A financial study for a prospective mixed-use development project
• Teaching opportunities with Forsyth County Schools

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy. High: 78 Low: 63.

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Here are the top five stories today in Cumming:

1. Dozens of Forsyth County athletes are advancing to the Class 7A track and field state championships after a successful meet last Saturday. The Lambert High Longhorns qualified the most individuals out of all Forsyth schools, with five runners earning berths in two separate events. The 7A state meet begins tomorrow, May 11, and runs through May 13 at McEachern. (Forsyth County News)
2. On Tuesday, Forsyth County leaders voted to move forward with a financial study regarding a possible mixed-use development and arena near Truist Park. The 750,000-square-foot venue, known as The Gathering at South Forsyth, would feature restaurants, stores, residential units, and more in addition to the arena. Developers estimate the project will cost up to $2 billion and could lure a new NHL franchise to the area. (FOX 5 Atlanta)
3. A Forsyth County man was arrested last week after police say he broke into a home in order to steal firearms and financial cards. Joshua Patrick Douthit, 23, faces charges of felony burglary, first-degree forced entrance of a residence, felony fraud financial card theft, identity fraud, and more for the crimes committed in early March 2023. He is currently being held on a $31,980 bond. (Forsyth County News)
4. Forsyth County high schools are currently hiring for more than 20 open positions. Vacancies include multiple computer science, music, and English teachers. You can review all available openings and submit an application here. (Forsyth County Schools)
5. Tuesday’s Coffee and the Juice Box event was a huge success! This free monthly event hosted by Forsyth County Parks and Recreation connects kids of all ages with community partners such as the Forsyth County Public Library and the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office. Visit the link to view photos from this month’s event, or stop by the Midway Park Community Building from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of each month to participate. (Forsyth County Parks and Recreation via Facebook)

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Today in Cumming:

• Novel Realities: A Speculative Book Club For Adults At Sharon Forks Library (7:00 PM)
• Trivia Night At NoFo Brew Co. (7:00 PM)
• Music Video Bingo At Legends Distillery (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Heads up, house hunters! Here are the latest homes to hit the market in and around the Cumming area. (Cumming Patch)
• Richard Toomey, a custodian at Kelly Mill Elementary, was named the 2023 Custodian of the Year. Visit the link to see the announcement on a bulletin board in Times Square! (Kelly Mill Elementary via Facebook)
• In honor of National Skin Care Awareness Month, Relay For Life of Forsyth County is sharing tips on preventing skin cancer. Don't forget to wear sunscreen every day in order to protect your skin from ultraviolet rays! (Relay For Life of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)

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That's it for today! See you tomorrow morning for your next 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.