🌱 Search For Dangerous Suspect Who Shot 2 Locals + JCPD Campaign

Hello again, everybody! I'm back with your new copy of the Johns Creek Daily. Here are all the things you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy with a shower in spots. High: 40 Low: 34.

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Here are the top three stories in Johns Creek today:

1. The Johns Creek Police Department is searching for Abdul Batin Rashid for allegedly shooting his ex-girlfriend Heather Quiggle and her boyfriend, Jerrold Knight, at a Fulton County home yesterday, Dec. 19. According to police, Quiggle's son was at home during the incident and was able to escape to the neighbor's house when he heard gunshots. As of Dec. 19, both victims are in stable condition at a local hospital. Rashid is considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached. Contact the police with information regarding Rashid's whereabouts. (WSB-TV)
2. The Johns Creek Police Department and the Johns Creek Veterans Association have teamed up for the "No Man Left Behind Initiative" campaign. Chief Mark Mitchell said, "The No Man Left Behind Initiative is vital to the overall mental and physical health of our Veterans here in Johns Creek. Our collective goal of this program is to help these warriors with the mental and physical scars they received abroad and here at home." The pamphlet has resources for PTSD, mental health issues, homelessness, clothing, and hunger assistance. (JCPD via Instagram)
3. On Dec. 17, the Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra's (JCSO) "A Kids' Christmas" performance was a major success. The sensory-friendly concert was “open to the 'nontraditional concertgoer,’ such as children with autism and individuals with Alzheimer’s, dementia or other special needs.” Held at the Johns Creek United Methodist Church and hosted by comedian Ben Assaf, the concert included dancing, story time, comedy, and sing-alongs. (Appen Media)

Today in and around Johns Creek:

• Holiday Artist’s Market At Johns Creek Arts Center (9:00 AM)
• Preschool Adventures: Plants And Flowers At Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center (10:00 AM)
• Gingerbread House Competition At Cultivation Brewery, Suwanee (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a new job or just curious about who's hiring in the Johns Creek area? Check out the latest job openings in your area, including route technician, account executive, and operation support specialist. (Johns Creek Patch)
• Mayor John Bradberry and Council member Erin Elwood joined the Johns Creek Veterans Association Color Guard and other community members for the Wreaths Across America Day ceremony at the Macedonia African Methodist Church Cemetery on Dec. 17. View the link to see pictures from the event. (City of Johns Creek, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
• The Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce's December Member Spotlight is Jim Custer with ROI Performance Group! Click the link to learn more about Jim and his "outside the box" approach to business relationships. (Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday! 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!