🌱 FC Wants LOST Revenue To Build Jail + Marlow's Tavern Inspection

Hello and happy Saturday! I'm back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening in Johns Creek.

But first, today's weather:

Sunny; pleasant, low humidity. High: 80 Low: 60.

Here are the top three stories in Johns Creek today:

1. At the Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) town hall meeting on Wednesday, Sep. 21, Johns Creek mayor and seven other Fulton County city mayors coordinated to speak with the public about LOST revenue for the first time. One Johns Creek resident asked, "why there wasn't an option for no increase in either the county or city's sides." Fulton County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts and commissioners Bob Ellis and Marvin Arrington will not approve the negotiations until the county has a bigger share than its current 4.9 percent. The county has multiple upcoming big projects, including the Fulton County Jail. (Appen Media)
2. Marlow's Tavern on Old Alabama Road in Johns Creek received a 100 on their last health inspection. The Johns Creek location is the original Marlow's tavern and has been in business for about 20 years. (CBS 46 News)
3. On Tuesday, Sep. 27, the Johns Creek Police Department is hosting a Community Expo from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at police headquarters, 11360 Lakefield Drive, 3rd floor. The public will meet Command Staff, learn current crime trends, fraud prevention tips, active shooter and safety tips, and JCPD initiatives. (Subscription: Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Today in Johns Creek:

• Silver Ridge Community Garage Sale At 4805 Agate Drive (8:00 AM)
• Puzzle Swap At Northeast Spruill Oaks Library (10:30 AM)
• Bulgarian Folk Dances At Northeast Spruill Oaks Library (10:30 AM)
• Free Career and Community Event At Ocee Library (1:00 PM)
• Live Music: Working From Home At Abbott's Bar and Grill (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Alchemist Trading Co. made the list of "9 Best Coffee Shops In Atlanta According To A Local Who Knows Good Coffee!" Located at 9700 Medlock Bridge Rd Suite 138 in Johns Creek. "If Harry Potter were a barista, his café would probably look much like this place." View the link to read more about the "distinct otherworldly vibe, and very good coffee" that is poured out of science beakers. (Narcity Canada)
• Join the Johns Creek Police Department for its Annual Community Safety Day! The event will be held Saturday, Oct. 8, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at police headquarters. (Facebook)
• Check out the Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce's Weekly Newsletter! Click here to keep up-to-date with Chamber events. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. I'll see you soon!

— 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!