🌱 State of Cherokee County Address + CCSD Wins At Robotics Regionals

Hey, everybody! It's me, Nina, your host of the Woodstock-Towne Lake Daily — here to tell you everything that's fit to print about what's happening locally. Including news about:

• The annual State of Cherokee County Address is coming up.
• CCSD robotics teams won several regional awards.
• Introducing, the Woodstock Arts Film Festival!

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

1. The Council for Quality Growth, the Cherokee County government and the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce are hosting a "State of Cherokee County Address 2023" on January 25. At the meeting, leaders from our county will discuss how we fared throughout the county departments in 2022 and what's coming up for 2023, and speakers will include CCSD Superintendent Brian Hightower, Cherokee Office of Economic Development President and CEO Misti Martin and Cherokee County Commission Chairman Harry Johnston. If you'd like to attend, there are ticket options for both council/chamber members and non-members. You can read more about the event and purchase your ticket here. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
2. Students from Mill Creek MS, R.M. Moore ES STEM Academy and Clark Creek ES STEM Academy all brought home awards from the regional First Lego League robotics competition. Mill Creek MS and R.M. Moore ES STEM Academy won the Core Values trophy in their bracket, and Clark Creek ES STEM Academy won the Innovation Project award in theirs. The team from R.M. Moore also advanced to the super regionals based on their score. If they win at the super regionals, the team will advance once again to the state championship. Great job, kids! (CCSD Press Release)
3. Woodstock Arts is holding the first annual Woodstock Arts Film Festival in the coming year. This exciting new festival will feature films made by local teams, using a list of items, words or themes provided by Woodstock Arts. The teams must also create their film within a total of 48 hours. The webpage states that updates will be made as the event gets closer, to include more detailed information and paperwork. If you have any questions, please reach out to brian@woodstockarts.org. (Woodstock Arts)

Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament: double-elimination tournament, the entry fee includes access to all arcade, pinball and board games at The Blue Ghost Arcade, 164 Towne Lake Parkway. (8 - 10:30 p.m.)
• DJ Trivia: every Thursday, the top three teams win cash at Guston's Grille, 12195 Highway 92, Suite 156. (8 - 11 p.m.)
• Senior Center Programs:
  • Line Dancing - every Monday and Thursday at the WGLSC Activity Center Expansion. (10 - 11:30 a.m.)
  • Nimble Fingers Sewing Group - every Thursday at the WGLSC Activity Center Expansion. (11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage (free shows):
  • Mother Legacy (5:30 - 9 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios:
  • Michelle Malone's Canyonland - Celebrating 70's California Country Rock (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• If you've lost your pet or found one wandering around, you can make a report on the Cherokee County Animal Shelter's website here. You'll be prompted to enter identifying details about the animal and your contact information. Aside from filling out the online form, it is suggested that you visit the shelter in person as well, due to the volume of inbound and outbound animals. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• Here are the next few Leaning Ladder classes and events with tickets available:
  • January 11: Plant Power with Chef Megan - demonstration class (7 - 9 p.m.)
  • January 12: Daytime Lunch with Joanna Scott - demonstration class with some hands-on participation (11 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
  • January 13: Korean Traditional Food with Chef Sunisa - demonstration class (7 - 9 p.m.)
• Here are the next few Made Mercantile classes and events with tickets available:
  • January 12: Pick & Pour - Pick Your Vessel, Pour Your Candle! (7 - 9 p.m.)
  • January 15: Wicks and Sips with Woodstock Candle Co. (2 - 4 p.m.)
  • January 15: Dirty Date Night Design with Dirty Unicorn (6 - 7 p.m.)
• Downtown Woodstock: "All Christmas décor and gift items are 50% off at Fashion Cupcake!! Come check out the great selection of goodies perfect for next year!!! @shopfashioncupcake #woodstockga #woodstockgeorgia #downtownwoodstock" (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)
• Downtown Woodstock: "Kick off your NYE with The Daily Draft Sports, Food, & Beer On Demand on-demand watch party with UGA vs Ohio State!! Game starts at 8pm. Get in the action with an official gameday experience with their fan favorites, tap wall of draft beer, and best watch party destination for sports!" (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)
• Downtown Woodstock: "Century House is taking reservations of all sizes for their New Year's Eve service this Saturday Night! The attached image is a preview of the amazing three course meal that chef Bryan Martin has put together for your enjoyment. Call Century House now and get a table for you and your loved ones! (770) 693-4552" (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! I'll see you around.

— Nina Lightcap

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