🌱 Etowah River Flood Warning + Raise For Canton PD Security Detail

Hi there, Woodstock-Towne Lake. I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including news about:

• Etowah River flood warning is in effect.
• Adopt-A-Senior program update.
• Canton police receive a raise.

But first, today's weather:

Low clouds and fog may break. High: 70 Low: 59.

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Here are the top four stories today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

1. A flood warning has been issued for the Etowah River downstream of I-575 in Canton. The warning was issued on Tuesday afternoon as minor flooding was observed in the area. As of 2:45 p.m. on Tuesday, the flood stage was 17.5 feet and rising. At 18 feet, the National Weather Service (NWS) advised, minor flooding will begin to flow into the woodlands and fields along the river east of Canton near the I-575 bridge, the rock landing and grass lot behind the pump station by Riverstone Parkway, and behind businesses on Old Ball Ground Highway and Keith Drive. The NWS urges drivers not to pass through flood waters, as most flood-related fatalities happen inside vehicles. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
2. Cherokee County Senior Services' Adopt-A-Senior program brought in gift donations for around 300 local seniors this year. Senior Services Resource Coordinator Deanna Gale stated that all clients in the program were adopted, making this year's program the most successful yet. Each year, the program is organized by the Meals on Wheels staff. Way to go, Woodstock! (Cherokee County Press Release)
3. The Canton City Council unanimously passed a pay raise for Canton police officers working security at events held on city property. Currently at $45 an hour, the officers will now be paid $65 an hour, bringing home $62 an hour after a small administration fee. The council also approved a request that officers be allowed to keep their current service pistols when the department moves over to Glock 45 pistols as part of an upgrade. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
4. The Woodstock Public Safety Foundation is holding a Team Ezra event to help raise money for the King family as young Ezra continues his fight against cancer. On December 15, the Woodstock and Canton locations of Your Pie will be donating a percentage of all sales and 100% of all donations to the King family. Grab a bite and help a local family. If you'd like, you can also make a monetary donation at either Your Pie location from December 15 to December 18. (Woodstock Police via Facebook)

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Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• Grinchy Green Toddler Dance Party: The little ones can wear their best Grinchy green outfit and have fun dancing and playing. Children must be accompanied by an adult to the party at the Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway. (10:30 - 11:30 a.m.)
• Joy of Breathing: Learn the Joy of Breathing technique and enjoy a free Pranayama class with Soul Dimension. The free class will be via Zoom meeting. Please see the listing for more information. (1 - 1:30 p.m.)
• Zoey the Reading Dog: Please sign up for your 15-minute spot to read to Zoey by calling the Rose Creek Library at 770-591-1491. (4:30 - 5:30 p.m.)
• Ladies Night, Live Music: Every Wednesday. Live music from The Radio Show starts at 7:30 p.m. at Guston's Grille, 12195 Highway 92, Suite 156. (5 p.m. - 1 a.m.)
• Holiday Open House: for all ages, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. There's lots going on at this event, including a meet and greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus and the reading dogs from Teddy Puppies, holiday music and dancing, crafts, a scavenger hunt, a present wrapping station, a story time, games and more at the R.T. Jones Memorial Library, 116 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton. (5:30 - 7:30 p.m.)
• Santa Claus is Coming to J.D.'s: meet Santa and Alpine the Elf at J.D.'s Bar-B-Que, 6426 Bells Ferry Road, Suite 160. (6 - 8 p.m.)
• Discovering Pickleball: for all skill levels, all equipment will be provided. Learn to play the sport by the end of the session at the Dupree Pickleball Courts, 513 Neese Road. (6:30 - 7:30 p.m.)
• Trivia Night with Lights Up! Entertainment: every Wednesday, prizes for first, second and third place teams each week at Reformation Brewery, 105 Elm Street. (7 - 9 p.m.)
• DJ Trivia: every Wednesday at Woodstock Beer Market, 240 Chambers Street. (7 - 9 p.m.)
• Fight Club Wednesdays: the top three winners in the tournament win prizes. The game this week is Tekken 7 at The Blue Ghost Arcade, 164 Towne Lake Parkway. (8 - 10 p.m.)
• Senior Center Programs:
  • Arts & Crafts - at the WGLSC Activity Center Expansion. (8 a.m.)
  • Fit Over 50 - have fun with chair yoga, balance, bands, weights and core strength exercises every Wednesday and Friday at the WGLSC Activity Center Expansion. (9:30 - 10:30 a.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage (free shows):
  • Top Artists Extended Sets (6 - 9 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios:
  • John Waite, Full Band Performance (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Until December 22, you can donate your gently used coats for the Woodstock Lions Club's "One Warm Coat" drive. You can bring your donations over to Kilwins Woodstock during business hours at 450 Chambers Street. (City of Woodstock via Facebook)
• After adopting out 30 pets during their Saturday adoption event, the Cherokee County Animal Shelter is choosing to waive adoption fees for all available pets through this week. You can see available pets here. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• Just in time for the holidays, the Woodstock Visitors Center has new sweatshirts, shirts, mugs, ornaments and more. Head down to get yours! (Woodstock Visitors Center at Historic Dean's Store via Facebook)
• The next Creative Corner at Woodstock Arts is coming up on December 17. These fill very quickly, so head over to their website to sign up as soon as you can. The theme for this one is "Gnome for the Holidays," and you'll get to create gnome decorations. The workshop is for teens and adults. (Woodstock Arts)
• Downtown Woodstock: "Join The Rustic Market for Educator's Night on Wednesday Dec 7th, 4pm -7pm. Present a valid school ID to receive 20% off your purchase! Perfect time for any teachers to shop for the holidays and get a great discount at the same time!" (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)
• Downtown Woodstock: "A Christmas Carol presented by Woodstock Arts is such magical annual Christmas tradition in Downtown Woodstock! This is a must see show for sure! A Christmas Carol runs through Dec 24th. To purchase tickets and for more info check out https://woodstockarts.org/even..." (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)

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You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you soon.

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