Lanier Tech’s Medical Assisting Program ranked #2 in state

Lanier Technical College’s Medical Assisting Program ranked #2 in the state for the year 2019.

Phase II Now Selling at New Cumming Community by SR Homes

Builder expands offerings at smart-home community Montebello.

OAR Finer Goods, Society Boutique Coming To Halcyon

Forsyth County's mixed-use property Halcyon is adding OAR Finer Goods and Society Boutique to its mix of retail and restaurants.

MSG Foundation holding race to FIGHT HUNGER in Forsyth Cty

Food Insecurity is a National crisis and Forsyth County is not excluded!

Is Unemployment Up or Down in Cumming?

Find out if prospects are getting better or worse.

Here's The Actual Wage Needed To Rent In Forsyth County

The National Low Income Housing Coalition published its annual “Out of Reach” report, finding that rental housing needs are worsening.

As UFOs ‘Arrive’ In News, See Latest Forsyth County Sightings

After reports that Navy pilots were encountering UFOs at hypersonic speeds, Patch took a peek at the most recent sightings in Cumming.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch In Effect For Metro Atlanta

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for much of metro Atlanta on Thursday, with the National Weather Service expecting wind and hail.

Here’s How Many Forsyth County Kids Live In Poverty

The Annie E. Casey Foundation has released its annual “Kids Count Data Book.” Here’s what it found for Forsyth County.

Forsyth Kids Outpace Georgia In Reading/Math Proficiency

The Annie E. Casey Foundation has released its annual "Kids Count Data Book." Here's what they found for Forsyth students.

Delaware Man Arrested For Fake SWAT Calls In Forsyth County

Rodney Phipps, 29, of Delaware, was charged with harassing people across the country by telephone, through a process known as “swatting.”

Cumming Optimist Club Donates $8K To Children’s Healthcare

The Sawnee-Cumming Optimist Club contributed $8,411 to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta from the club's charity golf tournament.

Cumming July 4th Fireworks, Parade, Festival: 2019 Guide

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and elected officials in a dunk booth in and around Cumming.

A Legacy of Service to God, Country and Community

Six Eagle Scouts in one local family.

Forsyth Clerk To Lead Superior Court Clerks’ Association Of GA

Forsyth County Clerk of Superior Court Greg Allen will soon begin a term as president of the Superior Court Clerks’ Association of Georgia.

New Principals Named For Forsyth Elementary Schools

New principals have been named at three Forsyth County elementary schools, including Cumming, Shiloh Point and Silver City.

Film Installed To Prevent Bird Collisions At Sawnee Mountain Park

Forsyth County Parks and the Atlanta Audobon have installed a film to prevent bird collisions with windows at Sawnee Mountain Park.

Wild Wing Cafe In Cumming Fails Health Inspection

A recent health inspection found Wild Wing Cafe in Cumming violating several health codes, including "personal cleanliness."

Metro Atlanta Weather: Flash Flood Watch Issued For North GA

The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for most of north and central Georgia until

Gov. Kemp Honors Poet Laureate Prize Finalist From Lambert

The annual program encourages high school students to write original poems. A student from Lambert was named a finalist.

Superfood Cafe To Open In Cumming Offering 'Vitality Bowls'

The California-based restaurant chain is opening a location in Cumming and will feature a menu of made-to-order dishes.

Cumming Vietnam Veterans Present 2019 Scholarships

Three recent graduates of Forsyth County high schools were awarded scholarships by Cumming Chapter 1030 of the Vietnam Veterans of America.

Sharon Elementary Named Green Ribbon School

Sharon Elementary has been named a 2019 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School due to creating “green” environment.

Newborn Abandoned In Woods, Police Search For Mom | Patch PM

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Baby Left In Woods; Forsyth Sheriff Seeking Mom

The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office is trying to identify a newborn baby girl who was put in a plastic grocery bag and left in the woods.

Special Sawnee Arts Kids' Program At Food Truck Friday

Kids of all ages will get to meet a furry Forsyth County literary hero during the June 7 Food Truck Friday as part of a special event.

Icon Fest Kicks Off Summer Music Series At Cumming Fairgrounds

The Icon Fest is this Saturday from 1-11 p.m. Some of the nation's best tribute artists, including of Prince and Queen, will perform.

The Cumming ‘Wear Orange’ Events To Protest Gun Violence

Nearly 750 of events nationwide will take place beginning June 7 to call for an end to gun violence. See the events near Cumming.

Local High School Graduate Awarded Presidential Scholarship

Hogan Palmer '19 accepted to Crummer MBA Business School at Rollins College

Welcome to Our Turf

Pinecrest Academy's new turf field is underway, ready for play in September

GA Superintendent Gives Kids Free Books At Cumming Library

Georgia Superintendent Richard Woods visited the Cumming Library to prevent the “summer slide” in students by bringing hundreds of books.

Man Arrested In Forsyth For Fatal Hit And Run: Police

A 36-year-old from Cumming was arrested after he hit a pedestrian, fled the scene and then ran from officers during the arrest.

Flies, Roach Found During Forsyth Indian Restaurant Inspection

An Indian restaurant in Forsyth County lost points during a recent health inspection for violations including bugs in the kitchen.

Gas Prices in Cumming are Slipping Lower

How does your neighborhood compare to the national average?

Halcyon Phase One Nearing Completion With Targeted Summer Opening

Halcyon’s first phase, including 160,000 square feet of retail, a dine-in cinema and Market Hall has exceeded 80 percent of completion.

Beer Bucks: How Much Moola Suds Bring To Forsyth County

A new report shows how the beer industry affects every local economy in America. See what the researchers found for Forsyth County.

Summer Food Service Program Focuses On Forsyth County

This year, Summer Food Service Program will operate in Forsyth County only and serve an estimated 400 children, the lowest since it began.

Former Forsyth Sen. Takes Insurance Fraud Plea Deal

A former state senator from Forsyth County has accepted a plea deal in an insurance fraud case from when he ran for governor in 2018.

Here’s How Cumming’s Population Changed In 2018

New population estimates show that once again the fastest-growing cities are in the South and West.

Pinecrest Academy Graduates 72 from Class of 2019

All graduates college-accepted, six to play sports in college, one to give missionary year