🌱 JCFD Checking Hydrants + JCHS Boys Soccer Team Ranked Number 1

Hey, everybody! It's Thursday in Johns Creek and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in the community.

But first, today's weather:

A touch of afternoon rain. High: 58 Low: 47.

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Here are the top three stories today in Johns Creek:

1. The Johns Creek Fire Department has been checking the local fire hydrants to ensure they operate correctly during an emergency. If the water in your home is discolored, the JCFD advises residents to run the water lines for a few moments to flush the lines. The department will continue to check all the hydrants and asks the community to be patient. (Johns Creek Fire Department via Twitter)
2. The Johns Creek High School boys' soccer team was ranked number one in Class 6A for the Week Four rankings. The other four teams in the Class 6A top five are Lassiter, Lanier, Blessed Trinity, and Riverwood. (Subscription: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
3. Are you looking for a teaching job in Johns Creek? If so, you're in luck! Johns Creek High School is looking for a full-time French Teacher for the 2023-24 school year. Those interested can send their resume to World Language Department Chair Roya Schweinbeck at schweinbeck@fultonschools.org. (Foreign Language Association of GA via Twitter)

Today in Johns Creek:

• Cooking And Crafts At Autrey Mill Nature Preserve And Heritage Center (4:30 PM)
• Cook & Eat With Chef Fan At Yifan Central Kitchen (6:00 PM)
• Arts, Culture, & Entertainment Committee Meeting At Johns Creek City Hall (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• A lost dog was found yesterday, Mar. 8, near Morton’s Crossing/Taylor Road. The female dog has no tags or identification but was wearing a collar and a partial leash. The Johns Creek Police Department turned her over to Fulton County Animal Control. Please contact Fulton County Animal Control with any information regarding the dog's owner. (Johns Creek PD via Twitter; Johns Creek PD via Instagram)
• Did you know that National Arbor Day is in April, but Johns Creek's Arbor Day is in February? This is because each state has its Arbor Day during the best month to plant trees in its specific area. On Feb. 17, Johns Creek Mayor John Bradberry and Councilmember Erin Elwood helped plant a tree at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and declared the day "Arbor Day in Johns Creek." (North Fulton News via Twitter)
• It's hard to judge a house through photographs, which is why open houses are so important! Check out the latest open houses in the Johns Creek area, including a four-bedroom in nearby Suwanee on Saturday, Mar. 11. (Johns Creek Patch)

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• New One-Day Art Workshops & Recurring Classes at the Cumming Arts Center (March 9)
• Milton Theatre Co presents Disaster! (the Musical) (March 9)
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You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— 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!