🌱 Johns Creek Active Shooter Protocols + Rampant Mail Theft

Hey, friends! It's me, Dan Casarella, your host of the Johns Creek Daily — here to impart everything that's fit to print about what's happening in the community today.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and humid. High: 93 Low: 74.

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Here are the top three stories in Johns Creek today:

1. The Johns Creek police department briefed the public on active shooter protocols at City Hall. Using recordings or reenactments of gunfire and screams, Police Public Information Officer Lt. Deb Kalish instructed members of the public on what to do in the instance of an active shooter. Kalish noted that the turnout was the best she's ever had for the class and that attendance is always higher when active shooter events occur. One of the techniques stressed during the class was to take action immediately instead of waiting for someone else to do so. (Appen Media)
2. With school starting soon, the city of Johns Creek is encouraging its drivers to prioritize safety. The city Transportation Engineer, Sarah Swing, demonstrated crosswalk safety for the public and reminds drivers to slow down in school zones. As summer ends, there will be more cars, buses, and pedestrians out and about, increasing the risks of accidents and injuries. (City of Johns Creek, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
3. Johns Creek Police responded to two reports of mail theft within a day of each other. A resident on State Bridge Road reported two individuals prying open several mailboxes back on Jun. 28. The victim said this was the fifth time in a month that mail has been stolen. Checks that were stolen from the mail were erased and written over. (Appen Media)

Today in Johns Creek:

• Bocce At Newtown School's Park Place (9:00 AM)
• Family Storytime At Ocee Library (10:15 AM)
• Music Bingo At Monkey Wrench Brewing (6:30 PM)
• Stranger Things Trivia At StillFire Brewing (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• There are a new set of homes to check out right here in Johns Creek, as well as Suwanee and Alpharetta. This weekend will likely be full of open houses so it might be a good idea to prioritize any home you really like. (Johns Creek Patch)
• The Johns Creek Police Department is hiring new officers pending assessments. For more information, you can reach out to Recruiting Officer Phil Nguyen at 470-233-3802. (JCPD via Instagram)

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— 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.