🌱 Police Impersonator Subway Scam + North Fulton Chamber Certified

Hello, neighbors! Here's all the local news you need to know right now.

But first, today's weather:

Occasional rain and a thunderstorm. High: 59 Low: 53.

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Here are the top three stories in Johns Creek today:

1. A scammer tricked a Johns Creek Subway employee into buying $118 in Subway gift cards using money from the store's cash register. A man posing as a police officer reportedly called the store instructing the employee to purchase the gift cards "at the request of the Subway manager." Once the caller obtained the gift card information, he instructed the employee to throw the card away and not tell anyone. The employee said she became suspicious and told her manager, who confirmed the transaction had not been authorized. Police were able to gather the suspect's IP address with the help of the employee's boyfriend after the suspect called the store again. (Appen Media)
2. The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, which serves Johns Creek and five other nearby cities, has been named a Georgia Certified Chamber by the Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (GACCE). This prestigious designation, which has only been received by about one-third of all Georgia Chambers of Commerce, is awarded to chambers that meet GACCE's standards for service, administration, organization, financial management, communications, and advocacy. The Greater North Fulton Chamber has also received a five-star accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. (Appen Media)
3. Looking for a new local job? Plenty of employers in the Johns Creek area are currently hiring for full-time, part-time, and remote positions, including roles in sales, truck driving, warehousing, customer service, and more. Get the job details and learn how to apply in Patch's latest roundup. (Johns Creek Patch)

Today in and around Johns Creek:

• ESL for Adults With Joan At Ocee Branch Library (11:00 AM)
• Miss Gail Music At At Ocee Branch Library (11:00 AM)
• Bowling Pins & Pistols At Johns Creek Indoor Range, Suwanee (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Johns Creek Police Department reminds the community that it's always better to talk about workplace safety with your employees or managers than to ignore it and think everything will be fine. The Department's recent Instagram post shared some warning signs of workplace violence and how to address it to prevent further incidents. (JCPD via Instagram)
• Want to support the local arts community while putting your name in the ring for a dream European vacation? The Johns Creek Symphony is raffling off a seven-night stay in Italy for four people at its second annual Hearts & Harmony Gala on Friday, Feb. 10. Each "Golden Ticket" entry costs $100, and you can purchase a Golden Ticket entry without attending the Gala. (Patch)
• Barnwell Elementary School's Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service is happening today, Jan. 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Students are encouraged to attend once they finish remote work and bring donation supplies with them to pack care kits for families facing homelessness. Visit the PTO's Facebook post for a list of accepted items. (Barnwell Elementary PTO via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with your next 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!