🌱 Manhole Blockage Causes Sewage Spill + Teen Indicted For Threats

Good morning, everybody! It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Patch newsletter. Come along to find out everything you need to know about what's going on around town, including updates on:

• Sewage spill in Cumming subdivision.
• Teen indicted on synagogue threats.
  
• Character-building camp for kids.

But first, today's weather:

Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 78 Low: 66.

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Here are the top five stories today in Cumming:

1. A blockage in a downstream manhole led to a major sewer spill in the Three Chimney's Farm subdivision of Cumming over the weekend. The spill, which officials estimate equaled around 4,100 gallons of sewage, was reported just before 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. As of 9:00 p.m. that evening, crews had managed to contain the spill, which was later cleaned and removed. (WSB Atlanta)
2. A Forsyth County teen was indicted this week for threatening to blow up a local synagogue. Cooper Hansen, 18, was first arrested and charged in April after making the threats on Twitter on Mar. 21. Investigations by the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office determined the threat to be baseless. (Subscription: Forsyth County News)
3. Kids can build character while playing fun summer games during an innovative camp offered at Brookwood Elementary this summer. This weeklong camp runs Jul. 10-14, and each day will feature outdoor team challenges, indoor motor skills activities, and character development lessons. Click here to learn more and register. (Forsyth County Parks and Recreation via Facebook)
4. A local man has been indicted in connection with a north Forsyth house fire. The fire occurred at suspect Nicholas Robert Murray's own home in January 2023. Murray was indicted on a total of ten charges in connection to the alleged arson. (Subscription: Forsyth County News)
5. Lots of things are happening at the Cumming Library this week! Read with a certified therapy dog during Paws to Read on Jun. 21 at 3:30 p.m., or join musician Jerry G. White for The Planets: A Universe of Friends on Jun. 22 at 6:30 p.m. Get all the details on the library's website. (Forsyth County Public Library)

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Today in Cumming:

Tuesday, June 20

• WILMA Meet & Mingle Crafts Day At Wright's Fish & Chips (6:30 PM)
• Wine And Wellness At Life Balance Atlanta (6:30 PM)
• NAMI Family And Connection Support Group At United Way (6:45 PM)

From my notebook:

• Lanier Technical College will host a seminar on taxes in retirement today and Thursday, Jun. 22, at 6:00 p.m. Participants will learn how taxes impact their retirement income in order to better navigate post-retirement financial planning. Preregistration is required. (Cumming Patch)
• Beat the heat this summer with the Forsyth County Family YMCA. Visit your local Y and pick up a copy of the Y Summer Bucket List to find inspiration for fun activities. Complete 20 activities and turn in your bucket list for a chance to win a cash prize! (Forsyth County Family YMCA via Facebook)
• Matilda! The Musical opens at the Forsyth County Arts and Learning Center in Cumming this Thursday, Jun. 22. Visit the link for ticket information and showtimes. (Forsyth County Arts and Learning Center)

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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.