🌱 Gov. Kemp Extends Gas Tax Suspension + Amazon Driver Hides Packages

Hello all. I'm back with your new edition of the Johns Creek Daily, fresh off the presses. Keep reading for the most important things going on in town these days.

But first, today's weather:

Pleasant with sunshine. High: 78 Low: 46.

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Here are the top three stories today in Johns Creek:

1. For the fifth time, Gov. Brian Kemp has extended the gas tax suspension. Georgians will continue to save about 30 cents per gallon for regular and 33 cents per gallon for diesel. The gas tax will be suspended until Nov. 11. (WBS-TV Atlanta)
2. During the Sep. 12 council meeting, Johns Creek Mayor John Bradberry, City Councilman Chris Coughlin, and Councilwoman Stacy Skinner spoke about the No Shame proclamation and promoted September as Mental Health and Suicide Awareness and Recovery Month. The City partnered with One Johns Creek Coalition to participate in the SAFE Project's No Shame campaign and will continue to raise awareness in the future. On Oct. 29, for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, the coalition will have an information booth and drug deactivation bags at the Kroger on State Bridge Road. (Appen Media)
3. Brian and Maria Coles have a doormat that reads, "Please hide packages from husband," in front of the door at their Johns Creek home. An Amazon delivery driver saw the doormat and followed the unique instructions. He placed the package on a nearby bench and covered it with pillows. The Coles released the hilarious surveillance footage and it went viral on social media. (FOX 5 Atlanta)

Today in Johns Creek:

• Wednesday Weekly Networking At Johns Creek Chamber Of Commerce (9:30 AM)
• Free Outdoor Fitness: Barre At Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater At Newtown Park (10:15 AM)
• Trivia Night At Adobo Taqueria And Tequila Bar (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Community Safety Day is set for Oct. 8! Bring the whole family to get an up-close view of fire trucks, police cars, K-9 demonstrations, public safety equipment, and more. Click here for more details. (City of Johns Creek via Twitter)
• Don't forget, the Trunk or Treat event is Oct. 19 from 6:00-9:00 p.m.! Donations of sealed bags of candy for the event can be dropped off at City Hall from now until the event. (JCPD via Instagram)
• Congratulations JCPD Officer, Troy Morgan! Officer Morgan has completed one year of service to the JCPD. (Johns Creek PD via Twitter)
  

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

— 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!