🌱 2 Convicted In 2020 Robbery + K9 Debo Passes Away + Write For Patch

Hello, neighbors. It's Friday in Woodstock-Towne Lake and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening locally.

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First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 84 Low: 64.

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Here are the top five stories today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

1. Two men have been convicted in the armed robbery of a woman at a Woodstock gas station that occurred more than two years ago. Prosecutors say that shortly after midnight on Jan. 24, 2020, Brandon Devontae and Kerrick McCaslin attempted to take a vehicle from the Circle K customer at gunpoint before fleeing with her purse. McCaslin has been sentenced to 25 years, and Kemp has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole, plus 25 years. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
2. Beloved police K9 Debo has passed away from illness, the Woodstock Police Department announced on social media Thursday. The German Shepherd served with the department from 2009 to 2016. In 2016, Debo retired alongside his partner Officer J. Cash. (FOX 5 Atlanta)
3. City officials have unveiled a new rendering of the upcoming Woodstock City Center. The concept plans for the first phase of the downtown project were published on the city's Facebook page. The project is expected to take three years and includes the redevelopment of a four-acre stretch of land near East Main Street and Arnold Mill Road. (Subscription: The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
4. Patch is looking for locals in the Woodstock-Towne Lake area to curate daily newsletters just like this one. In addition to a flat fee per newsletter, curators will also earn a significant commission on local sales revenue generated by the newsletter. Applicants should have a deep understanding of the Woodstock-Towne Lake community and the ability to write clearly and concisely. Click the link to learn more and begin your application. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)
5. Looking for a furry friend to join the family? Plenty of adorable cats and dogs in the Woodstock-Towne Lake area are still looking for their forever homes. Visit your local Patch for a full list of adoptable animals. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)

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Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• Steinholding Challenge At The Daily Draft (7:00 PM)
• "Summer In Paris" Cooking Class At Leaning Ladder (7:00 PM)
• Jacob Johnson At Rootstock Restaurant & Bar (7:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Sister Hazel will perform at the Woodstock Summer Concert Series in Downtown Woodstock tomorrow, Jun. 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater. A free shuttle will run from 5:00-11:45 p.m. (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)
• Family Fun Night returns to Downtown Woodstock next Thursday, Jun. 16. This month's theme is "Super Hero Night" and will feature themed activities between 5:00-9:00 p.m. (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)
• The Cherokee Sheriff's Office is hosting a career fair on Jun. 18 in nearby Canton. Stop by 516 Chattin Drive between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to learn more about joining the CSO! (Cherokee Sheriff's Office)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.