🌱 Free Dunkin' Coffee For A Year + Square One Kickoff Event

Hey, neighbors! It's Wednesday in Cumming and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in the community today. Keep reading for the latest.

Dad Joke: Why did the football coach go to the bank? To get his quarter back.

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Today's weather:

Mostly sunny and less humid. High: 92 Low: 67.

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Here are the top four stories today in Cumming:

1. How does free Dunkin' coffee for a year sound? Well, Dunkin' is celebrating the grand opening of its 200th restaurant in greater Atlanta at its new Cumming location, 5290 Matt Hwy., Friday Sept 2. Starting at 5 a.m., the store will offer the first 200 guests (in-store only) free coffee for a year. Guests can also receive a free medium hot or iced coffee, Dunkin' samples and swag giveaways. There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony at 9 a.m. with checks being presented to Meals by Grace and North Forsyth High School. (The Georgia Sun).
2. When young men and women return home after serving in the military, they often feel like they are starting over or trying to find a place to fit in. No one understands what they are going through like other recently discharged veterans. That's why Marine Jake Schneible has created Square One, a place for recently discharged veterans to connect socially. Square One will be having a kickoff event Sunday Sept. 11 at Freedom Mill, 2730 Spot Road, from 6-9 p.m. There will be live music, football, food and fellow veterans. (Facebook)
3. A Cumming woman who allegedly stole $115,000 from an Alpharetta business has been arrested by the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office. Owners of the Zero Odor chemical company in Alpharetta reported to Forsyth County authorities on Feb. 25 that a former employee had been accused of forging checks in the company owner's name and had stolen more than $115,000 over a three-year span. Beginning in 2019, the former employee, later identified as a 42-year-old Cumming woman, allegedly used more than 60 fraudulent checks to withdraw money from the company's bank accounts. The employee was only able to provide expense reimbursement documents for one check written in 2021. The business owner told authorities that the employee did not have approval to purchase supplies for the company and was never required to purchase supplies out of her own pocket. The woman was arrested by the sheriff's office on Aug. 11 for identity fraud, forgery and theft by taking. (Appen Media)
4. With college and pro football about to be in full swing, Atlanta Eats host Steak Shapiro and famous Atlanta chef Kevin Rathbun were at Beaver Toyota of Cumming Thursday filming tailgating recipes. Some of the recipes included barbecue chicken wraps, Mexican street corn, a grilled cobbler and fresh pepper Swiss cheeseburgers. More than 200 burgers were served to customers and community members. (Forsyth County News Online)

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Today in and around Cumming:

• Quilt Show - Hampton Park Library (All Day)
• Baby Play Day - Cumming Library (10:30 a.m.)
• JeepFest Kickoff Party with Jeep Hut - Rocco's Pub (6 p.m.)
• Candle Making Workshop & Wine Tasting Experience - Rise & Wine (6 p.m.)
• Ball Ground Hump Day 5k - Rock Solid Brewing Company (6 p.m.)
• Bike Night - Miller's Ale House (7 p.m.)
• Game of Thrones Trivia - StillFire Brewry (7 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• Congratulations to Forsyth County Fire Chief Todd Sliger on his promotion to Battalion Chief. Chief Sliger started his career as a firefighter with Forsyth County in 2004 and rose through the ranks of Lieutenant and Captain. (Facebook)
• Hope By Design, a nonprofit organization in Forsyth County, is in need of twin beds for the families they serve. If you are in a position to donate a twin sized bed, please contact United Way of Forsyth County. (United Way Of Forsyth County via Instagram)
• 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 Family YMCA is hosting Senior Bingo Sept. 7 at 10 a.m. (Forsyth County Family YMCA via Instagram)
• The Forsyth County Georgia Animal Shelter "Summer of Love" event is coming to an end. All pet adoption fees are waived through Sept. 6. (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 Schools is looking for carpenters and electricians. FCS has two openings in its facilities department. http://ow.ly/8SA750Kqwsc (Forsyth County Schools via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Family YMCA's virtual esports fall league is open for registration for ages 8-18. Register by September 12. (Forsyth County Family YMCA via Instagram)
• Whitlow Elementary is hosting Curriculum Night September 22. There will be two sessions from 5 - 6 p.m. or 6 - 7 p.m. Parents/guardians can choose a session or attend both. (Whitlow Elementary via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is hiring. Visit www.forsythsheriffcareers.com. (Forsyth County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• Need a pet sitter? Tricia Pokorney is bonded and insured with over 20 years experience. Call or text 941-284-0122. (Nextdoor)
• The USDA has ended free meals for all students. Many students are selecting meals at school but with no payment plan established. Please access mypaymentsplus.com to pre-pay for your child's meals or apply for free/reduced meals at forsyth.k12.ga.us/freereduced. (Matt Elementary 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)
• Pinecrest Academy will host nationally known author, syndicated columnist, and family psychologist John Rosemond September 12 and 13 at 7 p.m. (Pinecrest Academy)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right. See you all tomorrow for another 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.

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