🌱 200 New Jobs In Fulton County + JCHS Football Player Eyes Clemson

Good morning, neighbors! It's me, Rose Mendez, your host of the Daily. Let's get this week started off right, with a quick guide to everything you need to know about what's happening these days in town.

But first, today's weather:

A little morning rain; cloudy. High: 60 Low: 47.

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Here are the top three stories today in Johns Creek:

1. On Friday, Jan. 27, Gov. Brian Kemp announced SK Battery, a South Korean electric vehicle manufacturer, will open a new IT center in nearby Roswell, located at 1110 Sanctuary Pkwy. The center will create 200 jobs in the area. Gov. Kemp said, "This innovative company continues to bring the jobs of the future that will benefit hardworking Georgians in manufacturing, and now it will also tap into the tech talent our top-ranking universities provide." (WSB-TV)
2. Johns Creek High School's Kyle Vaka, class of 2024, is keeping his eye on Clemson University. The 6-foot-1, 175-pound junior was in touch with wide receiver coach Tyler Grisham over the holidays and might visit for the spring game. Vaka already has close ties to the university, with his sister enrolled as a student. Vaka said, "I'm paying close attention to the '23 [recruiting] class and the additions, and I see a bright future for Clemson. So, I'm [going to] keep working, and we'll see if or where I might fit in there." (The Clemson Insider)
3. Fulton County's Georgia Aquarium, one of the largest aquariums in the United States, made Travel Lens' list of "78 Best Things to Do in Georgia." Visitors can walk through the awe-inspiring glass tunnel to see sharks and fish swim overhead. See interactive exhibits featuring over 100,000 marine species, shark-diving, or hang out with the local sea lions! Other Fulton County attractions on the list include Martin Luther King Jr. Historical Park and Zoo Atlanta. (Travel Lens)

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Today in Johns Creek:

• Open Mic At Adobo Taqueria & Tequila Bar (6:00 PM)
• Energy Yoga At Ocee Branch Library (6:30 PM)
• French Conversation Group At Ocee Branch Library (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Johns Creek business owners can renew business occupation tax certificates online using the new online Customer Self-Service (CSS) portal. Business tax certificate renewals for the 2023 calendar year are due by Mar. 31. (City of Johns Creek via Twitter)
• The Johns Creek Police Department posted this week's social media theme, "Common Laws You Should Know." According to O.C.G.A 16-13-75, drugs must be kept in the original container the pharmacist dispensed. (Johns Creek PD via Twitter)
• Need some help finding the perfect place for you and your loved ones? Check out the latest homes for sale in the Johns Creek area, including a beautiful three-bedroom in nearby Suwanee for $450,000! (Johns Creek Patch)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! See you all tomorrow for your next update.

— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!