🌱 Johns Creek Poll Workers Fired + New Fulton County Jail Study

Welcome back, Johns Creek! I'm here in your inbox this morning to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny and not as warm. High: 67 Low: 51.

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Here are the top three stories in Johns Creek today:

1. Yesterday, Nov. 8, two Johns Creek poll workers, a mother and her son, were fired about 15 minutes before polls opened at the Ocee Library due to "questionable social media posts." Fulton County's elections interim director Nadine Williams did not comment on the specifics of the posts, but said, "There were some things in there that were not allowed. You cannot take videos or photos in the election, so that’s what brought it to our attention." There will be an investigation into the incident and the workers. (Subscription: The Atlanta Journal Constitution; Free: WSB-TV 2 Atlanta)
2. The Center for Innovations in Community Safety at Georgetown Law released a new study titled "Reducing Jail Overcrowding Without Increasing Crime: Lessons from Fulton County, Georgia." According to the study, Fulton County's overcrowding crisis is caused by the county jailing people at a higher rate than other urban counties. Click to discover more findings from the study. (Wabe.org)
3. The Johns Creek High School varsity volleyball team recently wrapped up its 2022 season. The team ranked number six in the Class 6A final ranking, coming in just behind Alpharetta. Sequoyah secured the Class 6A top spot. (Score Atlanta)

Today in Johns Creek:

• Wednesday Weekly Networking At Johns Creek Chamber Of Commerce (9:30 AM)
• Free Outdoor Fitness: Barre At Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater (10:15 AM)
• Open Mic At Abbott's Bar And Grill (6:30 PM)
• Johns Creek Vitality Committee Meeting At City Hall (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Johns Creek Police Department warns the community about "Drowsy Driving." The likelihood of being in a crash doubles if the driver has had five to six hours of sleep compared to seven hours or more. The odds are increased 11-fold if the driver has had four or fewer hours of sleep. For tips on how to avoid "Drowsy Driving," click here or click here. (Johns Creek PD via Twitter)
• On Nov. 7, Mayor John Bradberry visited the Primrose School of Johns Creek to discuss elections with students and read the book "Grace for President." Click to view photos. (City of Johns Creek, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
• Calling all local artisans who make one-of-a-kind, handmade items! Local artisans are invited to participate in the Holiday Market at the City of Johns Creek Holly Jolly Block Party on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at City Hall. Click here for event details and to apply to be a vendor. (City of Johns Creek, Georgia via Instagram)

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• Christmas Festival at Lanier Tech (November 12)
• Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra - A Veterans Day Salute! (November 12)
• Winston Churchill Society Annual Birthday Dinner and Lecture (November 13)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with 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!