🌱 Four Firefighters Promoted + Mayor Gives A Budget Breakdown

Good morning, hello! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Woodstock-Towne Lake Daily. Here's all the community news you need to know right now...

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First, today's weather:

Partly sunny with a thunderstorm. High: 90 Low: 71.

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

1. Four firefighters that were promoted by Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services began their new duties on July 24. Two firefighters were promoted to Sergeant, Larry Stephenson Jr. and Nicholas Woodall, and Jonathan Gottfried and Barry Howell were promoted to Lieutenant. (Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services Press Release)
2. The Cherokee County School District (CCSD) Superintendent, Dr. Brian V. Hightower, visited several schools in our area on Monday. In a message sent out to CCSD parents and students, Superintendent Hightower advised that we have 159 more students this year and congratulated all our teachers, education professionals and families for a great first day! (CCSD Press Release)
3. Mayor Caldwell addressed the new budget for Woodstock that went into effect on July 1. Through a message in Around Woodstock Magazine, the Mayor gave a breakdown of where our city's money is spent and where it comes in, highlighting what funds will go towards improving this growing area, including 54% of our general fund that is put towards public safety. The mayor states that while the population of Woodstock has grown 50% over the past 10 years, there has been a 44% reduction in crime at the same time. (Around Woodstock Magazine)
4. E.T. Booth Middle School has named Special Education teacher Lori Salvino a 2022 Teacher of the Year. Starting her 27th year teaching, she has created projects to help students gain "greater self-awareness and self-confidence." Among the many amazing things Salvino has done for our children during the time she has spent in the district, she created "The Friends Club," a credit-based, peer-to-peer course for students in 8th grade that want to help support classmates with special needs. (CCSD Press Release)

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Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• Sequoyah Regional Library System is bringing "Bookin' It!" to the Event Green downtown. Bring your stroller and your little one down to the paved trail next to the Green for a nice walk and talk with other parents in the area. (10:30 a.m.)
• "National Night Out" is today on the Event Green downtown! Meet our local public safety agencies for free food, K-9 demonstrations, public safety equipment on display, bounce houses and activities for children of all ages. (6 p.m.)
• "Game Night" with Lights Up! Entertainment at Reformation Brewery Woodstock. $5 game pass for unlimited games. (6 p.m.)
• On the front porch of the Reeves House, "Home Grown Artist Talk: Maxine Hess". Free event, but please register. (6:30 p.m.)
• Woodstock Arts presents "Home Grown Artist Talk: Maxine Hess". The free event takes place on the front porch of the Reeves House. Please register online. (6:30 p.m.)
• Planning Commission Public Hearing at the Administration Building in Canton (7 p.m.)
• "RPG Night!" tonight and every Tuesday at Blue Ghost Arcade. Paid admission includes entry into any of the 3 campaigns. New players are welcome. (8 p.m.)
• "Mario Kart Tournament!" join the bi-weekly tournament at Blue Ghost Arcade. (8 p.m.)
• MadLife Grill patio stage:
  • Greg Shaddix (noon)
  • Open Mic Night (hosted by Greg Shaddix) (6 p.m.)
• "Music Bingo" at Truck & Tap Woodstock is tonight and every Tuesday night. (7:30 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• Downtown Woodstock: "It is time for a new Burger of the Month at Canyons Fresh Grill! Introducing the Canyons Smash Burger: a *smashed* double certified Angus beef burger topped with American Cheese, pickles and a new specialty sauce!" (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, River Park: "Found Apple Laptop at the 4 way between River Park and River's Edge. - Message me if this is your laptop." (Nextdoor)
• Looking for a new job in the area? Check out the latest job openings in and around Woodstock-Towne Lake. Quite a few Customer Service positions are available this week. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)

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You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Nina Lightcap

About me: Nina Lightcap is a writer and editor with a passion for crafting and polishing business and creative content. When not weaving word and thought, she can often be found cooling off in a pool somewhere or enjoying downtown Woodstock with her family.

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