🌱 Library Safari Program + Local Man Missing + Lake Lanier Safety

Hello again, neighbors! I'm back with your new copy of the Woodstock-Towne Lake Daily. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

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First, today's weather:

A couple of t-storms; humid. High: 86 Low: 71.

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

1. The Woodstock Public Library held a special event for children Tuesday in collaboration with the North Georgia Wildlife and Safari Park in Cleveland. During the program, an educator and zookeeper at the park gave live demonstrations with seven of its animals, including a duck, alligator, and python. Event organizers say that more than 240 library patrons showed up for the interactive event. (Cherokee Tribune Ledger News)
2. The Cherokee Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in finding a local man who was last seen in Woodstock on May 25. 52-year-old Daniel "Dan" Cox is said to be 5'8" and weighs approximately 200 pounds. Anyone with any information about his whereabouts is asked to call the sheriff's office at 770-928-0239 or 911 and reference case number SO22-008996. (Cherokee Tribune Ledger News)
3. The Cherokee County Board of Commissioners has approved a seven percent increase in pay for sworn positions with the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office in addition to a flat $5,000. The increase makes it one of the leading sheriff's offices in the metro area for law enforcement pay. It also marks the third year in a row that the board has voted to increase public safety salaries in an effort to recruit officers. (Cherokee County Communications Division)
4. The Hall County Sheriff's Office issued a warning on Tuesday for residents looking to celebrate the Fourth of July at nearby Lake Lanier. Officials say four people have drowned in the lake since Memorial Day, with three of those drownings occurring in one week. According to the Forsyth County Fire Department, these incidents often occur when people try to swim out to islands on the lake. They reminded swimmers that the distance across the water is farther than it seems and often includes strong currents and waves. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)
5. Are you looking for a new home in the Woodstock-Towne Lake area? Patch and Redfin have found five open houses for homeowners to visit around town. Visit Patch to see pictures and details of all of the available homes. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)

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Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• The Great Jeffini Magic Show At Woodstock Public Library (2:00 PM)
• Silent Disco At Rootstock Restaurant & Bar (7:00 PM)
• Live Music At The Select Restaurant & Bar (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Summer meal pickup through Cherokee County School District will not be offered next Monday, Jul. 4, due to the holiday. If you need food assistance next week, First Baptist Church of Woodstock will distribute food boxes to families from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jul. 5, through Thursday, Jul. 7, in the Building B basement. (Cherokee County GA School District via Facebook)
• Want to help save and provide habitats for the butterflies, bees, moths, and all the other pollinators in Woodstock? Learn how to create and certify your own pollinator garden by contacting the City of Woodstock Parks and Recreation department. (Downtown Woodstock via Facebook)
• The Cherokee County Animal Shelter shared snapshots of pets at the shelter in honor of National Camera Day. Check out the pictures and explore the cats and dogs available for adoption at the link. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter 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.