🌱 Cumming Deli Ranks #1 + HS Mock Trial Teams & FCSO Partner Up

Hi all. I'm here with your fresh copy of the Cumming Daily, filled with everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Including updates on...

• Marie's Italian Deli has been ranked the top deli in Georgia!
• Forsyth County Sheriff's Office partners with local high schools to give deputies courtroom exposure.
• Beaver Toyota celebrates five years.

Fun fact: Oct. 21 is Back to the Future Day!

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Today's newsletter is sponsored by Heart & Hammer Realty

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If you listen to some gloomy types, you might think the current Atlanta-area real estate market is in free fall. Guess again.

Compared to July 2019, in July 2022:

• Inventory is tighter (Listings are down by nearly 50%)
• Prices are way up (Median home prices are up nearly 50%)
• Time on the market is shorter (11 days vs. 28 days)

Oh and interest rates? They're up, but by historical standards, they're still low as well.

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Now, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 69 Low: 41.

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Here are the top stories in Cumming today:

1. Marie's Italian Deli took top honors as the best deli in Georgia, according to Eat This, Not That! With a menu offering pizzas, soups, subs, calzones, salads, and desserts, Marie's offers breakfast and gluten free options as well. The restaurant is located at 580 Atlanta Road, Suite 34 in Cumming. (Eat This)
2. The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office partnered with the Mock Trial teams at North and South Forsyth High Schools in a pilot program to give deputies exposure to courtroom testimony. The students acted as prosecutor and attorney for the accused. Judge Leslie Maddox and State Court Judge Elect James Dunn presided over the trial. "The goal of this program is to ensure when our deputies take the stand, they are an effective, passionate voice for the victims for whom we advocate," FCSO posted. "This is a great experience for the deputies and the students alike, and a partnership that will pay dividends for years to come." (Forsyth County Sheriff's Office)
3. Beaver Toyota celebrated its fifth anniversary Tuesday Oct. 17 and held a luncheon where employees received individualized plaques with a special message from owners Mike and Linda Beaver. Nineteen employees have been with the dealership since its inception. Since opening in October 2017, Beaver has sold 23,572 vehicles, serviced 117,050 cars since and serviced more than 6,545 body shop customers since opening. (Subscription: Forsyth County News)
4. Cumming City Center will host its first community concert today at 7 p.m. when Pink Floyd tribute band Interstellar Echoes takes the stage at Lou Sobh Amphitheater. Admission and parking are free. Food and beverage trucks will be on site. The amphitheater is located at 423 Canton Road. (Subscription: Forsyth County News)

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Today in Cumming:

• Service, Citizenship, and Civil Rights Exhibit at Hampton Park Library (All Day)
• Leather Crafting at Cumming Arts Center (9 a.m.)
• Try Club Vibe Cardio Dance at Vibe Fitness (9:45 a.m.)
• Live Reptile Show with Smithgall Woods State Park at Hampton Park Library (11 a.m.)
• Masterminds LEGO® Lounge at Post Road Library (4 p.m.)
• Historic Cumming City Cemetery Tour at Forsyth County Administration (5:30 p.m.)
• Live Music: Ryan LittleEagle at Freedom Mill (7 p.m.)
• "The Sound of Music" Performance at FoCAL Arts Center (7:30 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• Vickery Creek Elementary congratulates Mrs. Tiffany DePanicis on being named Instructional Aide of the Month for Forsyth County Schools. (Vickery Creek Elementary via Facebook)
• Forsyth Central High School is hosting its Thrifting Extravaganza again this year. Donate your coats, jackets or hoodies by Dec. 8 for the school's Extravaganza running Dec. 12-14. The club with the most donated items wins a pizza party. (Forsyth Central High School via Facebook)
• Neighbors in Fieldstone Preserve are in need of four high schoolers to help move boxes from current home in Fieldstone Preserve to new home 25 minutes north in Jasper on Saturday, Oct. 29th at 11 a.m. Will pay $30/hr cash. Will be roughly 4-6 hours worth of work. (Nextdoor)
• Check out the new job openings in and around Cumming. (Cumming Patch)
• Forsyth County Fire Department is hosting a Trunk or Treat event for children to have fun and learn Halloween-themed safety tips. Join the Fire Department and local vendors on Saturday, Oct. 22. (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
• Relay For Life of Forsyth County is hosting a "Thriller" performance at this year's Cumming Lantern Parade Nov. 22 at the Cumming City Center Amphitheater. (Relay For Life of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Schools wants residents to review the 2024-25 draft student calendar and provide feedback by Oct. 28 http://ow.ly/2mLE50L9e8N" (Forsyth Central High School via Facebook)
• Daves Creek Elementary is hosting "Fall into STEM" Thursday, Oct. 27 from 5-7 p.m. Registration is open to purchase tickets. (Daves Creek Elementary via Facebook)
• Forsyth County is looking for poll workers for the upcoming election season. Serve the community, meet neighbors, make new friends and even get paid. (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)

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More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Events:

• HUGE community garage sale this weekend! Friday & Saturday (October 21)
• Leather Crafting - Shoulder Bags, Totes, Phone Pouches, Belts and More (October 21)
• 5K RUN AND WALK / Registration 7 am, Race starts at 8:30 am (October 22)
• Mount Pisgah Christian School: Parent Preview Day (Grades 5-12) (October 25)
• Mount Pisgah Christian School Parent Preview Days (Grades JK-4th) (October 27)
• Add your event

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday off right! See you tomorrow for your next update.

— Phil Giltman

About me: I've lived in Cumming since 2010. I'm married with two kids, both in Forsyth County Schools. I consider myself a jack of all trades. I love solid news reporting, scoring baseball games, playing golf, watching movies, reading books, doing crossword puzzles, listening to music, competing in fantasy leagues, commissioning said fantasy leagues, playing poker, trying new foods, traveling, and hanging with friends and family. I appreciate you stopping by.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Cumming Daily? Contact me at phil.giltman@Patch.com