Work related to the construction of the Mason Street Parking Facility near the Forsyth County Administration Building will result in changes to parking areas near the building. The changes are slated to be effective on Thursday, October 16. The one-hour public parking lot located off Mason Street and accessible from Main Street will close to […]
The National Weather Service advises isolated thunderstorms are possible across north Georgia this evening and Tuesday. Expect strong gusty winds and occasional cloud to ground lightning. Potential for strong to severe storms developing tonight ahead and along a squall line pushing in by early morning. Area flooding is possible. Citizens are encouraged to always be […]
According to the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, at least three citizens have reported receiving phone calls from a male claiming to be with the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office advising the person that they have missed jury duty and there is currently an active warrant out for their arrest. The caller further explains that if they want […]
Forsyth County Schools is seeking online input of the 2015-16 calendar. FCS is accepting online input until Nov. 3. The final calendar will be approved by the Board of Educatiaon on Nov. 20.CLICK HERE 2015-16 Draft Calendar. CLICK HERE to provide input on the 2015-16 draft calendar. Notes about the 2015-16 draft calendar: School beginning Thursday, […]
Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill opens Monday, Oct. 13. To celebrate its first restaurant in Georgia, the first 50 guests on Monday will win FREE Costa Vida each week for one year and the next 50 guests will win FREE Costa Vida each month for one year! They will also have a prize wheel all […]
Lily’s Run 2014, an annual 5k hosted by Kingdom Kids Charity, will be held Sunday, October 12 from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm in Vickery Village. This year’s event will be granting wishes for Kylie & Jessie Claire and features bounce houses, cupcake decorating station, youth sports activities, shopping, arts and crafts, face paint and […]
A neighboring Canton man, who recently topped off a hotdog he purchased with a colossal prize from the Georgia Lottery, will relish his lucky experience. Virgil Goddard won a $1 million prize playing the instant game $10 Million Cash Spectacular while on a weekend hunting trip in middle Georgia. Goddard stopped at E Z Trip, […]
October 15 and 16 are Early Release Days for Parent Conferences for students K-8. A Pre K-12 Student Wellness Expo will be held these days from 3-6 pm, which will include a Flu Shot and Flu Mist Clinic, and a Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Expo. For more information, locations and directions visit www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/flu
Make a positive impact on local waterways by joining Keep Forsyth County Beautiful (KFCB) for the 2014 Rivers Alive Cleanup on Saturday, Oct. 18, at 9 am. KFCB encourages families, co-workers, scout troops and organizations to volunteer for the annual waterway cleanup event. Volunteer teams can register for the event by calling KFCB at 770.205.4573 […]
Advance Voting for the November 4 General Election/Special Election will begin Monday, October 13, and will run through Friday, October 31 including Saturday, October 25. During weeks 1 and 2 of Advance Voting, Forsyth County registered voters may cast their ballot at the following location: Downtown Cumming County Administration Building 110 E. Main Street; Cumming, […]
