🌱 Limited Impact Of GA's New TANF Program? + Stolen Insurance Checks

Hello again, neighbors! It's Tuesday in Johns Creek and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 66 Low: 49.

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Here are the top three stories today in Johns Creek:

1. Georgia's House of Representatives has approved a bill that would provide cash assistance to poor pregnant women under the state's Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. However, due to strict work requirements and outdated income guidelines, the bill is unlikely to benefit many women in need. Representative Michelle Au of Johns Creek believes that the TANF qualifications should be reevaluated as they have not been updated in the past three decades. (11Alive.com WXIA)
2. Several checks mailed to Johns Creek Dental Associates have been reported stolen, altered and cashed, with a total value of $2,560.90. The office manager discovered the missing checks in mid-January after clients' accounts were past due for 30 days. She suspects that the checks may have been stolen from the free-standing mailbox outside the business and has upgraded the mailbox to include a lock, as there were no cameras filming the mailbox. (Appen Media)
3. Residents of Johns Creek can apply for a spot at the Community Garden at Newtown Park starting Feb. 15 and ending Mar. 15. The garden features 52 plots, including four raised beds, each measuring 4 feet by 8 feet, and is open to any resident interested in planting and maintaining a small garden plot. Applicants must submit their applications to the Johns Creek Garden Association and pay a $10 membership fee and a $60 application fee, with a reduced fee of $25 for individuals over 65. Plot assignments will be determined through a random drawing of all applicants, with membership and application fees refundable for those not selected. (Johns Creek Georgia)

Today in Johns Creek:

• Coffee With A Cop At Bagel Boys (10:00 AM)
• 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)
• Strength & Mobility At Newtown Community Clubhouse (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a new local job? Plenty of Johns Creek-area employers are hiring right now. Check out our latest jobs roundup for details on full- and part-time positions in customer service, sales, business services, and more. (Johns Creek Patch)
• Show some love to your local law enforcement on Valentine's Day by stopping by Bagel Boys for Coffee with a Cop! From 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., you can meet the Johns Creek PD members who are keeping our community safe. (Johns Creek Police Department via Facebook)
• Mark your calendar for Daffodil Days, happening Mar. 19 through 25! The City of Johns Creek is holding this " celebration of a healthy and connected community" throughout that week, closing with an event and community market on Saturday, Mar. 25, at City Hall from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Learn how to get involved on the city's website. (City of Johns Creek)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll see you around.

— 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!