🌱 Local Auto Repair Shop Gifts Car + Board of Commissioners Meeting

Hi all. I'm here with your fresh copy of the Woodstock-Towne Lake Daily, full of all the things you need to know about what's going on locally. Let's dive right in...

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and very warm. High: 90 Low: 67.

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

1. A local Towne Lake auto repair shop teamed up with an organization that helps provide struggling families with housing, food and transportation to gift a car to a Marietta mother last week, giving her more stability and the chance to expand her cleaning business. The Advocates for Children's "Together with Families" program put a call out to Chris Bundrick, the owner of Christian Brothers Automotive, with the initial proposition and it was the perfect fit. The faith-based auto repair shop often gives back to the community by offering free repairs when possible, and is looking to continue repairing, then gifting donated cars to local people in need. If you have a vehicle with an issue that can be fixed that you'd like to donate to the cause, please reach out to the repair shop's Towne Lake Parkway location by calling 770-926-4500 or their Acworth location at 770-966-1599. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
2. The Cherokee Board of Commissioners is holding its regular meeting today at 6 p.m. Along with time for a public hearing and vote to remove zoning conditions for Boardwalk Storage locations at 1265 and 1550 Univeter Road, the meeting agenda has many items listed, including the disbursement of funds received via the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). It is proposed that $2.8 million of ARPA funds be awarded to local nonprofit agencies, an earlier request from the county sent out asking for project proposals from nonprofits brought in 29 project requests from 13 organizations. The projects submitted include one from the Canton Housing Authority for the demolition and abatement of old buildings, one from the Goshen Valley Foundation for the purchase of a medical building and one from the Boys and Girls Club for the installation of controlled door access, smoke detectors and occupancy sensors. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
3. Last week, the county unveiled improvements to Kenney Askew Memorial Park that were made in part with a grant received from the food company, Pilgrim's. The improvements include a new walking track, picnic pavilion, playground and pickleball courts, as well as upgrades to the existing tennis court and park landscaping. Pilgrim's "Hometown Strong Initiative," a program created to dole out $20 million of Pilgrim's funds to be invested in cities nationwide, awarded Cherokee County with the grant in 2020. Those funds were combined with funds received through SPLOST, totaling approximately $715,000 that was put into the improvement project at the park. (Cherokee County)
4. The Cherokee County School Board approved the school district's student achievement improvement plans for the upcoming school year. The plans for improvement are required by all district schools each year, and must include research-based strategies with regard to student learning at every level, teacher professional development plans, timelines for student learning intervention strategies and an explanation of how student learning progression will be monitored and measured. You can view each school's Improvement Plan Executive Summary online. Other agenda items from the school board meeting include recognition for achievements and the approval of August's financial reports and an annual contract to operate the Head Start preschool program. (CCSD Press Release)

Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• "Farm Bureau Storytime!" Learn about apples and enjoy an activity with the Farm Bureau. The event is for children of all ages, but children must be accompanied by an adult at R.T. Jones Memorial Library, 116 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton. (10:30 a.m.)
• "Drop-In STEM Paper Rocket Lab," design, create and test your own paper rocket. Head over anytime to the lab being held at the Woodstock Library, 7735 Main Street. (4 p.m.)
• "DIY Constellation Art for Teens," create a painting of your zodiac sign's constellation. All materials will be provided for the event for teens 13 and up at the Woodstock Library. (5 p.m.)
• "YPOW Committee Meeting," every other month in the Chat Tech Board Room, 1 Innovation Way. (5:30 p.m.)
• "Game Night with Lights Up! Entertainment," every Tuesday at Reformation Brewery, 105 Elm Street. (6 p.m.)
• "Hops & Handlettering," enjoy a beer while learning modern calligraphy for beginners. The ticket purchase includes instruction and demonstration, a beginner's calligraphy kit and the materials to write on. Please see the website for details on this event at Woodstock Beer Market, 240 Chambers Street. (6:30 p.m.)
• "Tie-in Talk: Transforming Paper - The Art of Blackout Writing," please RSVP for this event being held on the front porch of the Reeves House, 734 Reeves Street. (6:30 p.m.)
• "Music Bingo with DJ CaseyD," every Tuesday at Truck & Tap, 8640 Main Street. (7:30 p.m.)
• Senior Center Programs:
  • "Painter's Club," every Tuesday at the WGLSC Activity Center Expansion. (11 a.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage:
  • Greg Shaddix (noon)
  • "Open Mic Night, Hosted by Greg Shaddix," sign up for your spot here. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Head over to The Outlet Shoppes for an Oktoberfest weekend, October 1 and 2. There's lots going on, with live music, cornhole, a traditional German band, stilt walkers and more at 915 Ridgewalk Parkway. (The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta via Facebook)
• Looking for a new job? Check out some of the latest job openings in and around the Woodstock-Towne Lake area. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)
• Reminder: "October Leisure Spectrum" registration is open for the upcoming October 4 to November 8 session. The program for those with special needs includes outings like bowling, laser tag, movies, art and more. Check out the Cherokee Recreation & Parks website for more information on this program and other Therapeutic Recreation offerings. (Cherokee Recreation & Parks)
• Reminder: Cherokee Recreation & Parks is holding a "Volunteer Trail Clean Up & Maintenance" day on October 8 from 9 a.m. to noon. Please reach out to Adam Fussell at cafussell@cherokeega.com for more details and to register for the event. (Cherokee Recreation & Parks via Facebook)
• Cherokee County Animal Shelter: "#WeChipCherokee4FREE - Free pet microchips for Cherokee residents Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 1015 Univeter Road or 131 Chattin Dr. NO APPOINTMENTS - WALK INs WELCOME. Please ensure pets are on a leash or in a secure carrier." (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Instagram)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Westwilley Bridge: "I just want to give a shout out to Cherokee 911 response team. My mom fell, and I couldn't get her up. She just slipped out of a chair and fell to the carpeted floor. She's fine, but after about 20 minutes of trying to get her up, I knew that we needed help. I called Cherokee 911 at 11:51 p.m. and they showed up at 11:56 p.m. The guys got her up quickly and were on their way. Kudos and many thanks to Cherokee 911." (Nextdoor)

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