🌱 Storm Cleanup Continues + Joining The CSO + Helping Local Animals

Hey, everybody. I'm here with your Friday edition of the Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about what's going on locally. Including updates on:

• Storm cleanup around the county.
• Joining the Cherokee Sheriff's Office.
• Helping the Cherokee County Animal Shelter.

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Now, today's weather: A heavy thunderstorm in the evening. High: 88 Low: 71.

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

1. Yesterday's storms brought trees down all over the county and left over 25,000 people without power into the early evening. East Cherokee Drive, Bells Ferry Road and Cumming Highway were just a few of the many roads blocked by downed trees, and there were traffic light outages scattered around the area as well. The county, utility companies and citizens braved the storms to begin clearing the roads and restoring power, though as of late last night, there were still a few non-functional traffic lights and several roads closed. As you travel today, take it a bit slower and keep an eye out for debris in the roadway. (Cherokee Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
2. The Cherokee Sheriff's Office is holding a hiring event today in search of new deputy sheriffs. If you think you have what it takes to join the team, bring your driver's license and water bottle and be ready to run the agility course outside. You'll fill out the application and sit for an interview during the event, and there will be recruiters on hand if you have any questions. The hiring event will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 516 Chattin Drive in Canton. Go get 'em, you're going to do great! (Cherokee Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
3. The Cherokee County Animal Shelter is asking for item donations, and every little bit helps the shelter tremendously. Mainly, the shelter is in need of paper towels, hard chew toys in sizes large and extra-large and food for the PAWS Pet Food Pantry, but they also have several wish lists that you can take a look at as well. You can find the shelter's Amazon wish list for the PAWS Pet Food Pantry here, the shelter pet enrichment wish list here and the general needs list here. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
4. Each year at the end of summer, the Cherokee County Aquatic Center opens up their pool to the pooches. The "Paws in the Pool" events will take place on Sept. 10 and Oct. 15 this year, and there are separate swim times set aside for small and large dogs. To participate, you'll need to have proof of your pup's distemper, parvo and rabies vaccinations, all dogs must be spayed or neutered, you can't go in with the dogs and only two dogs per handler are allowed. You can register here. (Cherokee Recreation & Parks via Facebook)

Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

Friday, July 21

• Life Size "Clue" - For Teens: Compete in a life-sized "Clue" game at the Woodstock Library, 7735 Main St. (3 - 4 p.m.)
• Art On The Spot: Three local artists, Ashley Bruce, Avery Abbot Waclawski and Crystal Hoffman, will create three pieces of art in under three hours, the pieces will be raffled off at the end of the event at the Reeves House Visual Arts Center, 734 Reeves St. (6 - 9 p.m.)
• DJ SBB: Weather permitting, there will be live music up on the rooftop at PURE Taqueria, 405 Chambers St. (7 - 11 p.m.)
• Serpent & Dove: Enjoy live music tonight in The Listening Room at Rootstock, 8558 Main St. (7 - 10 p.m.)
• "Matilda": Bring a gently used book to the concessions counter for a 50 percent discount on your concessions purchase during today's performance at the Woodstock Arts Theatre, 8534 Main St. (7:30 p.m.)
• Women's World Cup Watch Party: Head to the Green downtown to watch USA vs. Vietnam on the big screen. Be sure to bring your blankets, chairs and something to eat, there will be beer, wine and soda for sale at the event. (9 p.m.)

• MadLife Grill Patio Stage - free shows, no ticket needed
  • WILKES (5 - 8 p.m.)
  • Caleb Wilkie & The Privateers (8 - 11 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios
  • On the Border - Eagles Tribute (7:30 p.m. and 9:55 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• It's the perfect day to spend time with your neighbors, friends and other locals at Reformation Brewery's Brew Night. Celebrate the end of the summer, meet other local beer fans and take a peek at what goes on behind the scenes from 2 to 8 p.m. tonight. This is the last community Brew Night scheduled, the brewery address is 105 Elm St. (Reformation Brewery)
• Looking for something fun to do tonight? The kids will love the Cherokee County Aquatic Center's Pirate Pool Party. The party is from 6 to 9 p.m. and will feature a Captain Jack Sparrow character, arts and crafts, dancing, pictures and more. The movie "Peter Pan" will be shown during the evening, pirate outfits are welcome. You can sign up at the link, registration ends at 6 p.m. (Cherokee Recreation & Parks)
• "Great Scott!" The Blue Ghost Arcade is bringing us "Back to the Future" with a themed trivia night on Monday. You can play alone or with a team, admission includes unlimited gaming all night. You can find the arcade at 164 Towne Lake Parkway; the evening begins at 8 p.m. (The Blue Ghost Arcade)
• There's nothing quite like the soft scent of books and a nice cup of tea, and in Downtown Woodstock, we've got The Sweet Read. A perfectly cozy shop with over 25,000 books to peruse, there's a good read for everyone. The shop has treats, beverages and soft comfy chairs, you can find them at 8990 Main St. from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today. (The Sweet Read via Facebook)
• If you love guinea pigs, there are two up for adoption at the Cherokee County Animal Shelter this week. You can take a look at the pair and all of the other available animals here, the shelter is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and tomorrow, and they're located at 1015 Univeter Road in Canton. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• If you are looking for a new pet, check out these pets up for adoption in the Woodstock-Towne Lake area. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with your next update!

— Nina Lightcap

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