🌱 Hospital Safety Grade Report + Police Providing Thanksgiving Dinner

Good morning, neighbors. It's Thursday in Johns Creek and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in the community.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and chilly. High: 47 Low: 27.

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Here are the top three stories in Johns Creek today:

1. Emory Johns Creek Hospital was ranked on the Fall 2022 Hospital Safety Grades report by The Leapfrog Group, an independent nonprofit watchdog group. The hospital was one of 24 in Georgia that received a "C" grade, scored based on 30 patient safety measures. Across the state, 18 hospitals earned an "A," while 15 scored a "B." Only two hospitals got a "D;" none were given a failing grade. (Patch)
2. The Johns Creek Police Department is partnering with Honey Baked Ham and the Masjid Jafar Al-Rahmah Community Center to provide seven Thanksgiving dinners to families in need. The department is collecting family nominations online until tonight, Nov. 17, at 5:00 p.m. (Johns Creek Police Department via Facebook)
3. Grapes & Grains raised nearly $16,000 for Cure Childhood Cancer, a nonprofit that funds research and supports patients and their families. The store raised funds at its annual Pappy Dinner and took to Facebook to thank guests for their donations. (Grapes & Grains via Facebook)

Today in and around Johns Creek:

• Gobble Till You Wobble At George Pierce County Park, Suwanee (1:00 PM)
• Zumba At Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater At Newtown Park (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Kirk Franz was recently recognized at the Georgia Recreation and Park Association Conference for his service. Congratulations, Kirk, on 25 years! (City of Johns Creek, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
• Check out the Cauley Creek Park progress! Johns Creek posted an update of the paved courts and trail underpass and will begin installing the rubber surface on the 5K trail in the next few weeks. (City of Johns Creek, Georgia via Instagram)
• The Johns Creek Police Department shared some safety tips on burglary prevention. See the full list at the link! (JCPD via Instagram)

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— 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!