🌱 Police Investigating Identity Theft + PD Announces Success

Hey, neighbors. It's Tuesday in Johns Creek and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in town. Because community news matters!

First, today's weather:

Partial sunshine. High: 90 Low: 70.

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Here are the top three stories today in Johns Creek:

1. A Johns Creek Regional Manager at OneStreet Residential has been promoted to Vice President. Jenny Taylor, who started working for the company in 2019, won an Outstanding Achievement Award for the EVOQ Town Flats community in Johns Creek in 2021. Taylor also played a large role in the launch of Hayloft Cottages in Suwanee to serve the 55+ community. (EIN News)
2. The Johns Creek Police Department is praising its D-Squad, which has continually led the department in arrests. The department reports that D-Squad completed 309 arrests and 4,384 traffic stops. In total, they issued 2,151 citations as well as 2,680 warnings. (Johns Creek Police Department via Facebook)
3. Police are investigating a Johns Creek man's report of identity theft. The victim said his CPA notified him that there was a tax form in his name for over $20,000 in unemployment as well as a Wells Fargo checking account opened without his approval. A month earlier, the victim also received a bill for a PayPal credit card that he had not applied for. (Appen Media)

Today in Johns Creek:

• Canasta At Newtown School's Park Place (12:00 PM)
• Strength & Mobility Yraomomg At Newtown School's Park Place (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Want to learn more about gardening from the comfort of home? The North Fulton Master Gardeners and UGA Extension in Fulton County are teaming up this fall to provide free virtual gardening education through a series of four Zoom/Facebook Live classes. The first class begins on Sunday, Sep. 11, 2022 — you can secure your place now by registering at this link. (Patch)
• The Johns Creek Free Outdoor Fitness schedule for August is now available! The schedule features yoga, Zumba, and barre classes to encourage health and wellness among residents. (City of Johns Creek, Georgia via Instagram)
• Wilson Creek Elementary School is hosting a Welcome Back picnic for students and their families. The event is an opportunity for families to mingle with each other as well as get to know the staff and teachers. Parents are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs. (Wilson Creek ES PTO via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update.

— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.