🌱 Local Grads Win BK Scholarship + Teen Faces Trafficking Charges

Hello, Woodstock-Towne Lake! I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Because community information is power! Let's do it...

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First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 83 Low: 71.

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

1. Two students from Cherokee County have been awarded the 2022 Burger King Foundation Scholarship. Woodstock High School graduate Laila Edwards and River Ridge High School graduate Malaika Holmes both received $2,000 through the scholarship program, which rewards students for their grade point averages, community service, and leadership. Edwards and Holmes were two of the 213 winners to receive this year's prize. (Cherokee Tribune Ledger News)
2. Local police responded to a crash on eastbound Highway 92 at Trickum Road yesterday. According to Triple Team Traffic, the incident occurred early Monday morning, blocking the highway's left lane. The incident caused traffic delays in Woodstock throughout the day. (Triple Team Traffic via Twitter)
3. A teenager in Cherokee County was arrested last week on human trafficking charges. Officers with the Canton Police Department apprehended the female suspect last Wednesday morning during a traffic stop on North Street after she was spotted driving while using a cell phone. A 13-year-old female passenger also in the vehicle was determined to be a victim of human trafficking and kidnapping, and detectives determined the driver was in the process of transporting her to another state. (Cherokee Tribune Ledger News)
4. The Woodstock Police Department is accepting applications for new officers. Certified Officers start with a base salary of $44,800 annually and may earn more based on experience and certifications. Officers also receive additional employee benefits including a take-home vehicle program, free gym memberships, and an employer-paid pension. (City of Woodstock)
5. Looking for a new job? Several businesses in the Woodstock-Towne Lake area are hiring for a variety of positions. Current opportunities include openings in customer service, sales, and warehousing. For a full list of openings, check out the roundup from your Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)

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Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• Tween Clay Class At Rose Creek Public Library (10:30 AM)
• North Georgia Wildlife And Safari Park At Woodstock Public Library (5:00 PM)
• Ocean Meditation At Ball Ground Public Library (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Interested in a walking tour exploring the artsy side of Downtown Woodstock? Take part this Thursday, Jun. 30. The cost for a ticket is $5. (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)
• On Saturday, Jul. 2, from 2:00-6:00 p.m., the Star Spangled Pub Crawl will take place in Downtown Woodstock. Don't forget to wear your most patriotic gear and stop by the Woodstock Visitors Center to participate in the Best Dressed Contest! (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)
• The City of Woodstock's 4th of July Spectacular Parade is right around the corner! Be sure to stop by Woodstock Elementary School at 10:00 a.m. to see the festivities begin. (Downtown Woodstock via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with a new 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.