🌱 Abbotts Bridge Road Reopens + Newly Listed Properties In Fulton Co.

Hello again, everybody. I'm here with your Monday edition of the Johns Creek Daily, full of all the local information you need to know right now. Here we go.

First, today's weather:

An afternoon thunderstorm. High: 89 Low: 72.

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Here are the top three stories in Johns Creek today:

1. Family and friends are mourning the loss of Bryant Fassett Hodgson Jr. Hodgson Jr. died on Jul. 24 at The Memory Center Atlanta in Johns Creek. Born in Atlanta in 1940, Hodgson Jr. attended the University of Georgia and graduated with a degree in journalism. Click the link to learn about memorial and funeral services. ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
2. Abbotts Bridge Road has been reopened. The road was closed after a large tree fell onto the roadway. The tree was located near Reynolds Stock Farm on a curve, which caused dangerous conditions for drivers. Click the link to see a photo. (CBS 46)
3. North Fulton County is one of the hottest housing markets in the country. If you're looking for a new home in and around Johns Creek, here are five newly listed properties in the area. A five-bed, four-bath home in Suwanee is listed for $715,000. A stately house in Alpharetta is listed for $789,000 with five beds and four baths. Click the link to see all five homes. (Johns Creek Patch)

Today in Johns Creek:

• Social Bridge at Newtown Park (9:00 AM)
• Bocce at Newtown Park (9:00 AM)
• Free Outdoor Fitness at Newtown Park (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• JCPD thanked Junior Officer Jacob for bringing by cookies. Click the link to see a photo with the kiddo and officers. (JCPD via Instagram)
• The City of Johns Creek's Summer Concert is coming up next Saturday. Visit Newtown Park on Aug. 6 for food trucks and music. (City of Johns Creek, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
• The Atlanta Braves finished the weekend with a series sweep. Click the link to see a highlight video from their win on Sunday. (Atlanta Braves via Twitter)

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That's it for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update!

— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.