🌱 Johns Creek PD Arrests Man After Foot Chase + Fulton Co. Elections

Good morning, neighbors! I'm here right on time with your Tuesday edition of the Johns Creek Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out all the most important things happening locally.

But first, today's weather:

Mild with periods of sun. High: 64 Low: 42.

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Here are the top three stories today in Johns Creek:

1. Yesterday, Feb. 6, Johns Creek Police arrested a man after a felony traffic stop ended in a pursuit involving the Georgia State Patrol and JCPD. The suspect led police on a "short foot chase" on Old Alabama Road at the Old Alabama Square shopping center, according to JCPD. (11Alive.com WXIA)
2. On Feb. 1, the Fulton County Commission passed a resolution to charge cities a percentage of the total estimated cost the county anticipates spending on municipal elections, instead of a fixed rate the county initially proposed. The budget for the county would be $5.2 million, the same amount for 2021 municipal elections, plus an extra 10 percent for contingencies. This could affect the decision of cities that have not committed to running their own elections, including Johns Creek. (Appen Media)
3. Johns Creek Police Department is hiring a Mental Health Clinician. View the job requirements and details here. (Johns Creek PD via Twitter)

Today in Johns Creek:

• Preschool Adventures At Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center (10:00 AM)
• Souls Grown Deep: A Collection of Works by Gerald Burch and Ronald Sullivan At Johns Creek Arts Center
  (10:00 AM)
• ESL At Ocee Branch Library (11:00 AM)
• Planning Commission Meeting At Johns Creek City Hall (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• According to a new Bumper.com study, Georgia ranked No. 14 in the nation for driver fatality rates at 22.12 percent. Could our automated red light and speed cameras be playing a role? See how our state stacks up against the rest of the country in the report. (Bumper.com)
• Valentine's Day is just around the corner and love is in the air. What better way to celebrate than by creating masterpieces with your child? Check out "Parents & Child Create Night- Valentine's Day" on Feb. 10 at Kidcreate Studio Johns Creek. (Patch)
• Looking for a new job or just curious about other options in your area? Check out the latest job openings in the Johns Creek area including High-Performing Appointment Setter, Medical Radiology Scheduler, and Class A CDL Regional Driver. (Johns Creek Patch)

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Events:

• Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia (February 7)
• Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra Hearts and Harmony Gala (February 10)
• Playhouse Family Show - for Preschool Families (February 11)
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You're all caught up for today. 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!