🌱 Hospital Expansion Plan + Pup-A-Palooza + JCPD Sergeant Wins Gold

Hello there, Johns Creek! I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town. Here it goes...

First, today's weather:

Humid with a t-storm or two. High: 77 Low: 67.

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Here are the top three stories today in Johns Creek:

1. Emory Johns Creek Hospital has announced a 20-year expansion plan in response to rapid growth in Atlanta's northern suburbs. The expansion roadmap, recently approved by the Johns Creek City Council, would see the Emory hospital more than double in size and add medical office spaces along McGinnis Ferry Road. According to an Emory spokesperson, no immediate expansion projects are currently planned, but the plan may eventually include adding or improving cardiac care units, operating rooms, and ambulatory care, emergency, and radiology services. (Subscription: Atlanta Business Chronicle)
2. The City of Johns Creek's annual puppy party, Pup-a-Palooza, returns next Saturday, Sep. 17. From 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. bring your family and your furry companions to the Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater inside Newtown Park to enjoy live music, pet-related vendors, and more. Awards for the best dressed dog and best dog trick will also be granted during the event. (City of Johns Creek, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
3. A Johns Creek Police Department officer has been awarded a CrossFit Gold Medal after competing in the 2022 World Police Fire Games in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Sgt. Ronnie Young competed against thousands of competitors from 70 countries, all vying for the title of the fittest officer in their competition division. Congratulations, Sergeant Young! (Johns Creek Police Department via Facebook)

Today in and around Johns Creek:

• Summer Serendipity Art Exhibition At Johns Creek Arts Center (9:00 AM)
• Homeschool Adventures: Reptiles And Amphibians At Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center (10:00 AM)
• Food Truck Friday At Courtyard By Marriott, Downtown Duluth (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Heads up, house hunters! Several new homes have hit the market in the Johns Creek area. Check out the link to explore the newly listed properties. (Johns Creek Patch)
• Looking for a furry friend to join the family? Don't miss this roundup of the cats and dogs currently available for adoption at Fulton County animal shelters. (Johns Creek Patch)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. 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!