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🌱 Patch AM: How a Johns Creek political veteran just became a U.S. ambassador

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Friday August 28th Patch AM (Merry P.)

Good morning Johns Creek! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Johns Creek political veteran just became a U.S. ambassador
  • How Fulton County Schools' new strategies could shape Johns Creek students' futures

Also on today's calendar: No Cost Boot Camp 4 Divorcing Women Workshop and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Merry P.!

Today's riddle: What did the tree say when Spring arrived? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 89 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 88, low: 70.
  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 85 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Johns Creek resident confirmed as Moldova ambassador (appenmedia.com) — A longtime Johns Creek resident and former north Fulton state lawmaker has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the next American ambassador to Moldova. The article details his political and business background, the Senate's narrow confirmation vote, and past controversy over a 1994 campaign flyer, while noting he still must complete final formalities before assuming the diplomatic post.
   

• How Fulton County Schools Is Building Tomorrow's Workforce - Business RadioX ® - (businessradiox.com) — Johns Creek families are part of a Fulton County Schools system stretching from Chattahoochee Hills to Johns Creek and working to better prepare students for careers, college, and the military. Superintendent Mike Looney outlines expanded career pathways, work-based learning, literacy investments, and a phone-free policy, while urging North Fulton businesses, including those in Johns Creek, to partner with schools and support an upcoming ESPLOST renewal.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: What a re-leaf! (Thank you Flo G. for sending it in!)
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