🌱 Fatal Crash On 400 + West Forsyth Alum Scores TD For Dawgs

Hello all. Phil Giltman here with your fresh copy of the Cumming Daily, full of everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Here's the lowdown.

Birthdays: Happy 48th birthday to Jimmy Fallon and 58th birthday to Trisha Yearwood!

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Today's weather:

Warm with plenty of sunshine. High: 87 Low: 65.

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Here are the top three stories today in Cumming:

1. A Cumming truck driver faces homicide charges after causing a multi-car collision on GA 400 Friday night that resulted in one fatality. Charles Wilkins, 61, was driving at an "unreasonable" speed near SR 369 when he first rear-ended a Nissan before crashing into a Kia driven by James Wright of Cumming. Wright, 65, was pronounced dead at the scene. Nearby drivers reported damage to their vehicles due to the debris from the accident. The highway was closed for five hours Friday for investigation and clean up. Wilkins is being charged with homicide by vehicle to the first degree, reckless driving, too fast for conditions and following too close. He is being held without bond. Authorities say additional charges could be forthcoming as the investigation continues. (FOX 5 Atlanta)
2. West Forsyth High School alum and University of Georgia tight end Oscar Delp scored his first touchdown as a Bulldog Saturday in UGA's 48-7 blowout win over South Carolina. Delp scored on a 28-yard pass in the third quarter from Carson Beck to go up 44-0. Delp finished the game with two receptions for 32 yards and a TD. Delp was rated 4-stars, the No. 2 tight end, and No. 100 prospect overall in the class of 2023 on the 247Sports composite rankings. He received 33 scholarship offers out of high school. (Saturday Down South)
3. Hispanic Heritage Month runs Sept. 15-Oct. 15 and Forsyth County Public Library is celebrating by showcasing art of various mediums from Georgia-based Hispanic artists. All ages are welcome to view the exhibit, which will run until Oct. 15 at the Sharon Forks Library, 2820 Old Atlanta Rd. (Forsyth County Library)

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Today in and around Cumming:

• Science in the Secret Garden at Cumming Library (All Day)
• Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain Park (2 p.m.)
• Conversational English at Hampton Park Library (5:30 p.m.)
• Teen Advisory Board at Post Road Library (6:30 p.m.)
• Family PJ Storytime at Sharon Forks Library (6:30 p.m.)
• Monday Night Trivia at 5 Boroughs Pizza Tavern (7:30 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• Mashburn Elementary is starting its Watch DOGS (Dads of Great Students) program back up. The school will be hosting a pizza kickoff event on Oct. 6 at 6 p.m. (Mashburn Elementary via Facebook)
• Humane Society of Forsyth County is offering a two-for-one kitten special. Adoptions are open Tuesdays-Thursdays from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and Fridays-Saturdays from 1-3 p.m. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Government is offering free fitness, art and wellness classes as part of the improved Forsyth County Senior Services membership. (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
• Forsyth County News is accepting nominations for the Best of Forsyth contest. Voting begins in October. (Forsyth County News via Instagram)
• Forsyth County Schools is looking for substitute teachers and nurses. Pay has increased for the 2022-23 school year. (Forsyth County Schools via Facebook)
• Whitlow Elementary is hosting Curriculum Night Sept. 22. There will be two sessions from 5-6 p.m. or 6-7 p.m. (Whitlow 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)
• Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is reminding motorists to park their phone before they drive. Georgia is a hands-free state. Drivers cannot have a phone in their hand or touching any part of their body while driving. (Forsyth County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is hiring. Visit www.forsythsheriffcareers.com. (Forsyth County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• If you enjoy singing, visit Cummings Barbershop Chorus. It meets every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Lanier United Methodist Church. (North GA Barbers Singers)
• Forsyth County Schools is in need of bus drivers. Pay begins at $18.02 per hour with full benefits. (Forsyth County News)
• Interested in becoming a mentor in Forsyth County Schools? Check the link training dates and more information. (Shiloh Point Elementary via Facebook)
• Humane Society of Forsyth County is looking for folks to join its Street Team, a group of volunteers who attend community events, man the booths and spread the word about what the shelter and HSFC does. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Public Library is looking for teenagers interested in serving on a Teen Advisory Board (TAB). TAB is for teens in grades 6-12 that help plan and promote teen programs in the county's libraries. It's designed to help students gain leadership experience, help the community and meet new people. (Forsyth County Public Library via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Government is hiring. Check out the opportunities available (Forsyth County Government)
• If you need help, get it! A new mental health hotline is now active. You can now call or text 988 to reach the Suicide Prevention Hotline and get the care you need 24/7. You can also visit 988lifeline.org/chat to chat with a caring counselor. This shortcut is not replacing the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255), but will serve as an easy alternative for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. (United Way Of Forsyth County via Instagram)
• Tickets are now available for the 18th Annual Bark & Boogie Ball. This is the premier fundraising event for the Humane Society of Forsyth County. The ball will be held Saturday, October 15 at 6 p.m. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)

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— 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.

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