🌱 New Whataburger + ATM Burglary Attempt + Holocaust Exhibit Ending

Morning, neighbors! It's me, Phil Giltman, your host of the Cumming Daily. Let's get this week started off right, with a quick guide to everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days.

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Today's weather:

Humid with a t-storm in spots. High: 81 Low: 67.

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Here are the top three stories in Cumming today:

1. A new Whataburger is coming to town. Construction has begun at Lakeland Plaza and the restaurant's projected opening date is set for late Spring 2023. The Board of Commissioners approved the project back in October and the 3,189 square foot location will feature 33 parking spaces for customers. (Forsyth County News Online)
2. The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is investigating an ATM burglary attempt at the PNC Bank on McGinnis Ferry on Aug. 8. According to the incident report, video footage from the bank shows three men pulling up in a green Toyota van just before 5 a.m. and attempting to open the ATM with a hammer and crowbar. The ATM was pulled from the bank by a vehicle and dragged through the bank's parking lot. Despite the robbery attempt, the ATM remained intact when found by investigators. (Appen Media)
3. Today is the last day to experience Georgia's Response to the Holocaust exhibit at the Post Road Library. To preserve the memory of the Holocaust and to promote public understanding of its history, Forsyth County Public Library, in partnership with the Georgia Commission on the Holocaust and the Georgia Public Library Service, hosted a touring banner exhibit. "Georgia's Response to the Holocaust: Survivors and Liberators" is an exhibit that examines the stories of courage of Holocaust survivors and liberators who were or became Georgia citizens. (Forsyth County Library)

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Today in Cumming:

• Science in the Secret Garden: Pollinator Story Stroll - Cumming Library (All Day)
• Georgia's Response to the Holocaust - Exhibit from the Georgia Commission on the Holocaust - Post Road Library (All Day)
• Quilt Show - Hampton Park Library (9 a.m.)
• Toddler Time at the Farm - 8974 Union Hill Rd, Canton (9:30 a.m.)
• Baby Play Day - Hampton Park Library (10 a.m.)
• Conversational English - Hampton Park Library (5:30 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• 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)
• Need an electrician? Contact Fields Electric at 706-572-2625 and ask for Terry. 25 years experience, licensed and insured, residential or commercial. (Nextdoor)
• Lakeside Middle School Picture Day is Wednesday, August 24. Students will be bringing home an order form. (Lakeside Middle via Facebook)
• Sign up for a family YMCA membership and get $200 toward Y programs. (Forsyth County Family YMCA via Facebook)
• Big Creek Elementary is hosting its first Spirit Night at Zaxby's located on Mathis Airport Parkway Thursday, August 25 from 5 - 8 p.m. (Big Creek 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)
• Mashburn Elementary is offering after-school clubs. (Mashburn Elementary via Facebook)
• Interested in becoming a mentor in Forsyth County Schools? Check the link training dates and more information. (Shiloh Point Elementary via Facebook)
• Chattahoochee Elementary has several extracurricular opportunities for students in 3rd - 5th grade. Visit https://tinyurl.com/3s2vchf3 for more information. (Chattahoochee 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)
• Vickery Creek Elementary is hiring cafeteria monitor positions. Please contact Kristan Riedinger for more information. kriedinger@forsyth.k12.ga.us / 770-346-0040 x 180134. (Vickery Creek Elementary 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)
• Polo Fields Equestrian Center (5890 Polo Dr.) is accepting proposals for private organizations interested in providing complete management, maintenance and operational services of the stable building and equine programs. Proposals must be submitted by 2 p.m. on September 1. (Forsyth County Government)
• Forsyth County Government is hiring. Check out the opportunities available (Forsyth County Government)
• Rock Solid Brewing will host a Teacher Appreciation Day Saturday, August 27, offering all teachers a $5 gift card with your order during the hours of noon - 6 p.m. (NextDoor).
• 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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You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow morning 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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