🌱 July 4th Festivities + Drug Sting Suspect ID'ed + Summer Camps

Good morning, neighbors. It's me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Woodstock-Towne Lake Daily — here to tell you everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Without further ado...

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First, today's weather:

A heavy t-storm in the p.m. High: 96 Low: 76.

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Here are the top 5 stories today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

1. Woodstock has announced plans for its annual Fourth of July festivities. In addition to the 25th annual Woodstock Freedom Run on Main Street, the holiday will include a parade at 10:00 a.m., followed by a festival at The Park at City Center. This year's fireworks display will begin at dusk behind the Lowes shopping center at Ga. 92 and I-575. (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
2. Investigators have released the identity of a suspect who was shot and killed by undercover narcotics agents during a drug sting in Cherokee County earlier this week. The man has been identified as 35-year-old Normiez Reeves of Riverdale, and officers say they were poised to arrest him for trafficking heroin and fentanyl when the incident occurred. It marks the first agent-involved shooting for the Cherokee Multi-Agency Narcotics Squad since 1993.(FOX 5 Atlanta)
3. A new luxury housing community is coming to nearby East Cobb, and developers have announced the grand opening of its model home. The homes in Edgewood East will begin in the low $900,000s and will feature open concept floor plans ranging from 3,675 to 4,693 square feet. The location is central to shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities in downtown Woodstock, as well as East Cobb and Roswell. (GuruFocus.com)
4. Cherokee County is offering a range of summer camps for children and teens. This year's camps include Teen Outdoor Adventure Camp, Waterlogged Camp, Outdoor Camp, and Softball Camp. Registration is open online now at PlayCherokee.org. (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
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 Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch for a full list of adoptable animals. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)

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Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• Farm Bureau Storytime: Water And Hydroponics Day At R. T. Jones Memorial Library (10:30 AM)
• Under The Sea Mini Golf! At Woodstock Public Library (2:00 PM)
• Adults' Ocean Exploration VR Experience At Hickory Flat Public Library (3:oo PM)

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From my notebook:

• Six Cherokee County School District Class of 2022 graduates were awarded scholarships from ABM Industry Groups LLC! Congratulations to all the winners, who will be formally celebrated by the Cherokee County School Board and Superintendent Dr. Brian Hightower at this month's School Board meeting. (Cherokee County GA Schools via Facebook)
• Dogs and Cats can get overheated well before humans, especially in high humidity. The Cherokee County Animal Shelter reminds pet owners to ensure animals have fresh water and a cool place in the shade to get out of the heat. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• The Woodstock Public Library held the Splish' Splashin' Ocean Olympics on Tuesday. See pictures from the big day on the library's Facebook page and keep an eye on the library calendar for more fun summer events ahead! (Woodstock Public Library via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you around!

— 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.