Forsyth County Schools Superintendent reassures about safety measures in place after Texas school massacre
Tuesday's school shooting caused Forsyth County Superintendent Jeff Bearden to send a letter to parents.(Photo/Getty Images) (Forsyth County, GA) Tuesday’s deadly shooting of 19 students and two teachers at a Texas elementary school sent shock waves through the country.
Read full storyA touch of history comes to the Cumming City Center
The engine gets prepared to move.Photo/Cumming City Center Facebook page.) (Cumming, GA) A late Friday move of a steam engine to Cumming’s City Center added another element to the cache of the city’s newest development.
Read full storyFun in FoCo: music and May Day celebration among the top things to do this weekend
Kurt Lee Wheeler performs this weekend.(Photo/West Milford Farms) (Forsyth County, GA) There’s plenty of music to get you movin’ around Forsyth County this weekend. Plus lots to do outdoors with the entire family. Here’s this week’s Fun in FoCo roundup:
Read full storyForsyth County School District to help new graduates find a job
Graphic/Forsyth County School District. (Forsyth County, GA) New high school graduates looking for employment can get a leg up transitioning to the workforce with a program developed by the school district.
Read full storyBook banning still striking a nerve with Forsyth County parents
The Forsyth Board of Education held its regular meeting May 17.(Photo/John Thompson) (Forsyth County, GA) For much of this year, the Forsyth County School District has dealt with the controversial issue of banning books. FCS banned eight books earlier this year after investigating complaints by parents.
Read full storyForsyth County School Board approves tentative budget, pay increases for substitute teachers
The Forsyth Board of Education held its regular meeting May 17.(Photo/John Thompson) (Forsyth County, GA) The Forsyth County Board of Education took the next step in funding the school system for the next fiscal year. The proposed budget was approved by a 3-1 vote during a meeting on May 17. Vice Chairman Kristin Morrissey was absent from the meeting due to graduation activities with her family.
Read full storyFun in FoCo: outdoor music and the largest bounce house event among the top things to do this weekend
Photo/Swaller in the Holler Facebook page) (Forsyth County, GA) Have you made plans for the weekend? From fun in the water to crafts to chamber music, here’s a look at some events around Forsyth County to enjoy during this spring weekend.:
Read full storyLocal firm moving its headquarters to Cumming City Center
The ink was signed on the new lease Thursday.(Photo/City of Cumming) (Cumming, GA) Another major development about Cumming’s new City Center was made late Thursday. ClearCourse Transportation Solutions, a Better Communities Collaborative company, is going to relocate its headquarters to City Center.
Read full storyLatest businesses announced at Cumming City Center include a unique tearoom and a brewery
Work continues at The Cumming City Center.(Photo/City of Cumming) (Cumming, GA) Summer will bring a new taste sensation to Forsyth County. Owner Karolyn Hawley confirmed to NewsBreak that Mary Lucille’s Bakery, Restaurant, and Tearoom is headed to the Cumming City Center and expected to open in July.
Read full storySome Forsyth County school employees to get a salary boost
Chief Financial Officer Larry Hammel explains the 2023 budget.(Photo/John Thompson) (Forsyth County, GA) The Forsyth County Board of Education is poised to give some workers a raise.
Read full storyThe Cumming City Center is nearly fully leased
Cumming City Center is getting ready to open.(Photo/City of Cumming) (Cumming, GA) Cumming’s version of ‘Main Street Americana’ has just a few spots left for businesses to call home.
Read full storyFun in FoCo: lots of outdoor activities to celebrate mom this weekend
Enjoy the opening of pool season.(Photo/Cumming Aquatic Center. (Forsyth County, GA) Have you made plans for the weekend? From fun in the water to crafts to concerts, here’s a look at some events around Forsyth County to enjoy during this Mother’s Day weekend.
Read full storyForsyth County has some of the state's best high schools, report finds
Lambert High School was the county's highest rated high school.(Photo/Forsyth County School System) (Forsyth County, GA) The annual rankings of state high schools by ‘U.S. News and World Report’ are out, and two of the county's high schools are in the top 10.
Read full storyCumming’s nearly $80 million City Center to start opening in June
Cumming's City Center gets closer to completion.(Photo/City of Cumming) (Cumming, GA) Cumming’s version of Main Street is finally coming to fruition, and doors will begin to open in the late spring.
Read full storyFun in FoCo: theater, gardening, and concerts highlight weekend activities
Groovin' on the Green is this weekend at Halcyon.(Photo/Halcyon Facebook page) (Forsyth County, GA) Here’s a look at some events around the county to enjoy during this beautiful spring weekend.
Read full storyInteractive art, trails, festivals, and more are in the works at Cumming City Center
A photo from Tuesday shows the progress of City Center.(Photo/City of Cumming) (Cumming, GA) Planners of The Cumming City Center project are giving us a look at how they intend to bring that “main-street Americana” feeling to the town.
Read full storyFun in FoCo
(Forsyth County, GA) The Easter weekend egg-citement is over. But the fun in Forsyth County continues. Here’s a look at some events happening this Earth Day and weekend:. Explorer Tots is on April 22 from 11:00 a.m to 11:45 a.m. at the Cumming Library. The event is for babies and toddlers to learn through exploration.
Read full storyThe latest Forsyth County school board meeting takes a different tone on continuing controversy
The Forsyth Board of Education met April 19.(Photo/John Thompson) (Forsyth County, GA) It’s been the spring of discontent at school board meetings across the country this year.
Read full storyForsyth County students receiving state honors for this school year
Forsyth County students receiving state honors for this school year. (Forsyth County, GA) For several Forsyth County students, it will be a very special summer. The students will attend the Georgia Governor’s Honors Program. According to the state, the program offers students the academic, cultural, and social enrichment necessary to become the next generation of global critical thinkers, innovators, and leaders.
Read full storyForsyth County Schools, community partners, helping students in crisis
The Forsyth Board of Education held its workshop meeting April 12.(Photo/John Thompson) (Forsyth County, GA) In nearly every survey of its kind, Forsyth County is cited as the most affluent county in Georgia. Yet, the county’s wealth does not keep many residents, including children, from society’s ills.
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