🌱 Advance Voting In Forsyth Now Underway + Highest Gas Prices In GA?

Hello again, hello! It's me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town.

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First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 96 Low: 75.

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Here are the top five stories in Cumming today:

1. Early voting for the Jun. 21 General Primary Runoff began yesterday, Jun. 13, and runs through Friday, Jun. 17. Voting hours are 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. each day at four different locations: Forsyth County Voter Registration and Elections Office, Hampton Park Library, Sharon Springs Park Community Building, and Midway Park Community Building. View estimated wait times for each location here or learn more about the runoffs on forsythco.com.
   (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
2. The average price of gas in Forsyth County is currently $4.54 per gallon, officially the highest in Georgia. Average gas prices across the state have also increased by 21 cents since last week — and up by $1.57 from this time last year. If you're looking to reduce your spend at the tank, visit Patch for tips on saving both money and gas. (Patch)
3. Developers have broken ground on Alta North, a 310-unit apartment community. The joint venture between Wood Partners and CP Capital US will be located at the intersection of Ga. Highway 400 and Settingdown Circle. Community amenities at Alta North will include a swimming pool with a tanning ledge, a pet park and spa, and rentable co-working office spaces. (REBusinessOnline)
4. Calling all artists: the Cumming Arts Center/Sawnee Association of the Arts (CAC/SAA) is inviting local artists 18 years and up to enter its "Hot August Nights" show. 2D and 3D artwork, as well as photography, will be accepted for the August showcase at the Brandon Heard House. For more information, contact Carole Kjellsen at cbkejellsen@gmail.com or 678-634-9240. (Cumming Arts Center via Patch)
5. Who's hiring in the Cumming area? Find out with this week's roundup of local job listings, courtesy of Patch and ZipRecruiter. Browse part-time and full-time opportunities, including some remote work options, in Cumming and the surrounding cities. (Cumming Patch)

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Today in Cumming:

• Cooking With Young Chefs At Post Road Library (4:00 PM)
• Teen Writers' Club At Cumming Library (6:30 PM)
• Buford Dam: A Local Resource Explored At Sharon Forks Library (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Forsyth County Family YMCA's pool, sauna, and whirlpool are officially back! The Y began operating these facilities under normal hours yesterday, according to a Facebook post. (Forsyth County Family YMCA via Facebook)
• Want to stay up to date on what's going on at the Humane Society of Forsyth County? Join the shelter's mailing list to learn more about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, ways you can help, and all things HSFC. Subscribe at this link. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)
• Join the Forsyth County Family YMCA for its Summer Bucket List Challenge! The list includes lots of fun ways to keep moving while enjoying your favorite summer activities. This challenge is open to community members of all ages, and you can text SUMMER to 844-889-6222 to sign up. (Forsyth County Family YMCA via Facebook)

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• Wellness Together Walk-Along At Cumberland Mall (June 21)
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Thanks for following along and staying informed! See you all tomorrow for your next update.

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.