Forsyth County Candidates Speak Out Post-Election

Piper plans to reorganize sheriff's office to make it more efficient and effective.

Forsyth County's Unemployment Rate Second Lowest in Georgia

Oconee County, with a labor force of 19,077, has an unemployment rate of 5.9 percent, the lowest in the state.

Piper, Mills and Pais Win in Forsyth County Runoff Elections

While Martha Zoller won in five counties, including Forsyth, it's Doug Collins who will go on to represent Republicans in the U.S. House from the 9th district in Nov.

Forsyth County 2012 Runoff Election Returns, Live

Stay with Cumming Patch for the latest election returns on the four runoff races you voted for today.

Cumming City Council Meeting Agenda

The monthly Cumming City Council meeting will be held tonight at 7:30 at City Hall.

Gov. Deal Back Bid for Technology Companies

Gov. Nathan Deal offered his support to nearby Alpharetta to make it the Technology City of the South.

Online Tool Matches Voters with Ideal Presidential Candidate

This online free quiz takes an in-depth look at your stance on a range of issues, then compares them to candidates' responses.

Join Cumming Patch for Runoff Election Coverage

Voters return to the polls today to vote in at least four races during the Primary runoff election.

Patrick Bell Gets Backing from Forsyth Citizens for Responsible Growth

Patrick Bell, the incumbent for county commissioner in District 4, earns an informal endorsement from Forsyth Citizens for Responsible Growth.

Georgia’s Jobless Rate Jumps to 9.3 percent in July

The long-term unemployed, out of work for more than 26 weeks, account for 51 percent of those unemployed in Georgia.

Advance Voting Continues in Forsyth County

Forsyth County voters can cast their ballots now through Friday for the Republican Primary Runoff on Aug. 21.

Cindy Mills Snags Another Endorsement

The Forsyth County Tea Party endorses Cindy J. Mills.

Forsyth County May Be Getting Land from Neighboring City

A 36.4-acre wetlands tract was donated to the city of Alpharetta in December 1995 with the intention of using it for environmental education.

Olens to Speak at GOP Convention

Georgia's Attorney General, was an early supporter of Republican nominee-in-waiting Mitt Romney.

What Do You Think of the Romney/Ryan Ticket?

News of Romney's Paul Ryan pick for VP exploded on cable news and social media late Friday and was confirmed by Romney's App just after 7 a.m. Saturday.

It's Official: Murphy, Duncan Declared Winners

County officials recounted the votes in last week's Primary election Wednesday. As expected, Sen. Jack Murphy defeated Steve Voshall and Geoff Duncan edged former State Rep. Tom Knox.

No Change After Recount in Senate District 27 Primary Race

A recount of the Senate District 27 and House District 26 races is complete with no change in either race.

Cumming Challenges Sunshine Laws Constitutionality

City Attorney Dana Miles says Mayor Ford Gravitt is protected by the state constitution's "official immunity" doctrine and the City is protected by "sovereign immunity."

Cindy Mills Receives Endorsement from Rep. Graves

District 4 County Commissioner candidate Cindy J. Mills receives support from Rep. Tom Graves.

LIVE stream of Looming Mars Landing

Mars rover Curiosity is scheduled to land on Mars at 1:31 a.m. EDT Aug. 6. Will it find evidence of life on the Red Planet?

Forsyth Residents Want Lobbyists' Gifts to Legislators Limited

Both Democrats and Republicans were asked on Tuesday's primary ballots if they wanted an end to unlimited gifts to lawmakers, and county voters agreed with the rest of Georgia.

McDonald Endorses Paxton for Forsyth County Sheriff

Incumbent Ted Paxton receives support of former opponent for sheriff.

UPDATE: Runoffs Send Voters to the Polls Again in August

Three runoffs between candidates running for sheriff, coroner, and District 4 Commissioner extend the campaign trail, the anticipation, and the final results for Forsyth County.

Georgia Votes: July 31 Election Results

Patch will keep you updated as election results roll in.

Forsyth County 2012 Election Results

County Commissioners Brian Tam (Dist. 2) and Jim Boff (Dist. 5) win, runoff races between Ted Paxton and Duane Piper for sheriff; Mary Beth Pais and Harold Bennett for coroner; and Dist. 4 County Commissioner between Cindy Mills and Patrick Bell.

Forsyth County 2012 Election Returns, Live

Stay with Cumming Patch for the latest election returns on the candidates and issues you voted for today.

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TSPLOST, sheriff, county commissioner, coroner, state senator, among others on today's ballot.

Twinkles the Elephant and Transparency in Government

A nearly universal lack of trust in government stands as an understandable impediment to the upcoming TSPLOST referendum. Yet, history shows how to deal with government malfeasance.

Homeowner Advocacy Group Gives Nod to Mulrooney

Bill Mulrooney, candidate for county commissioner in District 4, gets the support of Forsyth Citizens for Responsible Growth.

Forsyth County Tea Party Endorses Voshall

Steve Voshall, candidate for State Senate (District 27), receives endorsement from the Forsyth County Tea Party.

Forsyth County Candidates Meet and Greet

Several candidates running for various seats in Forsyth County gathered recently for an informal meet and greet.

Ethics Complaint Filed Against Dist. 4 Candidate

Cindy J. Mills says the complaint is an example of "gotcha politics" and that the oversight has already been corrected.

Boff Lashes Out at Mayor, City Council

Forsyth County Commission Chairman Jim Boff said he is through negotiating the water contract and that mayor and city council approve the binding agreement they have before them.

Government to Oversee Credit Bureaus

The consumer protection agency recently announced it will soon begin supervising credit reporting agencies.

VoterGa Questions Reason Ga. 400 Tolls Can't Come Down Now

Toll removal champion, Garland Favorito, reminds people the State Road and Tollway Authority still has to vote on Gov. Nathan Deal's pledge to remove Ga. 400 tolls next year and argues why they should be taken out now.

Georgia Lottery OKs Online Ticket Sales

Digital sales would begin later this year or in 2013.

Still No Agreement on a Water Contract

The original agreement has been shredded and the city is now considering doubling the rate to the county. No settlement in sight before the July 31 primary.

Gov. Deal: GA 400 Tolls End in December 2013

The Governor said the state can't pay off bonds tied to toll revenue until after Dec. 1, 2013, or it would pay a penalty.

UGA Professor: 'T-SPLOST Prospects Look Dim'

Charles Bullock, Richard B. Russell Professor of Political Science at the University of Georgia, sees small chance of the initiative passing.

Advance Voting Underway in Forsyth County

Voters can cast their ballots in the July 31 General Primary through Friday, July 27.