🌱 Corky Kell Classic Kicks Off + Contractor Takes Money Without Work

Good morning, Johns Creek. I'm here in your inbox this morning to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on in town. Without further ado...

First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 88 Low: 73.

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Here are the top three stories today in Johns Creek:

1. Sports Turf Company is kicking off Georgia high school football with the Corky Kell Classic sponsorship for the fifth consecutive year. The four-day event consists of 11 games at four separate locations, including Johns Creek and Marietta, as well as a coaches' and players' luncheon with a green carpet for interviews, videos, and photos. The Sports Turf Company President Todd Wiggins said, “This event allows us to engage and interact with current and past clients while supporting the top coaches and athletes in the Southeast.” (EIN News)
2. A local unlicensed contractor took $16K without finishing the deck he was hired to build. Joseph Sgroe's partial payment earned him two days of work from Billy Cox, the owner of Cox Construction Services, back in April. Since then, Sgroe hasn't heard from Cox at all. A new deck requires a permit and Johns Creek officials said Cox didn’t get one for this project. Both Johns Creek and the secretary of state’s office are investigating this incident. (CBS 46 News)
3. After 20 years, Accent Fence of Georgia has announced its new location in Norcross. Accent Cece CEO Gary Meyer said, "We spent considerable time in locating a new home for Accent Fence as we had outgrown our previous warehouse and showroom." The company hopes this location will prove to be convenient and accessible for customers. Accent Fence's service area includes the greater Atlanta area and its surrounding cities, including Johns Creek. (PR Web)

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Today in Johns Creek:

• Free Outdoor Fitness: H.I.I.T. At Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater (9:00 AM)
• Canasta At Newtown School's Park Place (12:00 PM)
• Painting Pint Night At Monkey Wrench Brewing (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you looking to make a career change or just need a new job? Check out these roles in customer service, sales, business services, and truck driving in the Johns Creek area. (Johns Creek Patch)
• In March, the Georgia Aquarium took in two orphaned manatee calves. After their first exam, the staff is happy to report the calves are gaining weight and becoming stronger in an off-site facility. (Georgia Aquarium via Twitter)
• Have you seen Johns Creek's newest art piece? Designed by Eric Strauss, “Entwined Strength” consists of hundreds of vines forming a horse shape. While symbolizing unity and diversity, the sculpture also makes for beautiful photos. (Johns Creek Convention and Visitors Bureau via Facebook)

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That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— 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.