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They are called South American theft groups or “crime tourists.” They arrive in the United States as tourists on 90-day visa waivers, but they are not here for sightseeing.

Forsyth County residents will be allowed to burn vegetative debris caused by the July 20 storms now through Oct. 1. Permissible storm debris includes trees, brush and stumps. Other storm damage debris such as damaged housing may not be burned. The county still encourages residents to mulch or chip your debris if possible.

Forsyth County Roads & Bridges crews continue to remove and chip debris that fell within county rights of way during last week’s severe weather. But residents are responsible for handling debris that fell on their private property and the county is asking that the debris not be moved onto county rights of way.

(Forsyth County, GA) On Thursday, July 27, state representatives and senators, county commissioners, architects, and librarians gathered at the future site of the Denmark Library for the official groundbreaking ceremony.

The Forsyth County Animal Shelter is calling on county residents to adopt and foster animals as the shelter nears its capacity and adoption rates have slowed. The Animal Shelter’s adoption rate has decreased about 10 percent versus last year with only 312 animals being adopted since January 2023. Currently, the shelter has over 50 dogs and 180 cats and kittens looking for new homes.

(Forsyth County, GA) Scott Adams is the new director of Water & Sewer for Forsyth County. He replaces Barry Lucas, who left the role when he was appointed assistant county manager in March.

This is Bennie, one of the dogs available for adoption right now at the Forsyth County Animal Shelter.Photo byAnimal Shelter.

(Forsyth County, GA) Crowds gathered at the Forsyth County YMCA on Monday evening for the county’s first-ever Juneteenth celebration. Families visited food trucks and local vendors, kids played on inflatables, and everyone enjoyed live music as they learned more about the holiday’s history.

(Forsyth County, GA) Did you know that Forsyth County had its own symphony orchestra? Music lovers don’t have to travel far to hear beautiful songs from around the world thanks to the Forsyth Symphony Orchestra. Directed by Mark Wood, this community group features players of all ages from talented high schoolers to proficient musicians with decades of experience playing their instrument.

(Forsyth County, GA) Every year when the warm weather rolls around again, social media sites are inundated by posts from frantic individuals asking “what is this snake?” Though many local snakes are not harmful and are even beneficial, it’s only natural to want to know which slithery species is hanging out on your porch, sneaking through your yard, or even lurking in your garage.

(Forsyth County, GA) Parents and children visited the Sawnee Mountain Preserve on Thursday, May 18 to learn more about opportunities offered by Forsyth County and other providers to local homeschooling families. Visitors met and talked with various providers to learn more about the classes and activities available while kids played outside and made art.

(Forsyth County, GA) The end of the school year is extra-special for one class of Forsyth County 5th graders this year. Dr. Beth Moody’s gifted 5th grade class at Poole’s Mill Elementary led a school-wide effort to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chain of recycled paper airplanes. Every student at Poole’s Mill worked together to help achieve this goal, creating paper planes to add to the chain.

(Forsyth County, GA) With summer approaching, many are looking forward to upcoming vacations and other travel opportunities. But until then, Forsyth County residents can take a trip “Around the World” with the Forsyth Symphony Orchestra.

Forsyth County, GA) Do you have old cans of paint taking up space in your garage? What about a bag of used batteries or lightbulbs? If so, you can register now for the semiannual Forsyth County Household Hazardous Waste Recycling and Disposal event. The next event is scheduled for Saturday, May 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Cumming Fairgrounds, Lot #3.

(Forsyth County, GA) This Saturday, April 15, Forsyth County families can look forward to the Family First Villages Family Fun Day at Vickery Creek Middle School. Kids and adults can play outdoors from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. with multiple bouncy houses or other inflatables. There will also be free face painting and vendors showing off food, jewelry, gifts, and other locally-made items.

(Forsyth County, GA) Forsyth County and the City of Cumming took steps to make sure Mary Alice Park is open for the 2023 season while the lease transfer of the park to the county is being finalized.

(Forsyth County, GA) The Forsyth County Public Library (FCPL) system already serves the local area in many ways, but they’re working hard to find out how they can improve. On March 18, the library held a strategic planning retreat at Sharon Forks Library for library patrons, community leaders, and elected officials. Seventy-three library patrons attended the event as well as Board of Commissioners Chairman Alfred John, Forsyth County Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills, Georgia State Rep. Carter Barrett, and Sheriff Ron Freeman.

(Forsyth County, GA) Months after the Cumming City Center’s official opening, one of its tenants is finally ready to open its doors to the public. Top KNOTch Boutique will host a grand opening celebration this Saturday, March 18 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

(Forsyth County, GA) With thereturn of freezing temperatures this week, are you craving a nice, hot bowl of noodles? You may want to try one of the area’s newest restaurants,Kumo Sushi and Ramen. Located just off Market Place Boulevard next to Old Harbor Seafood Kitchen (the old Mia’s Pizza location), this new Asian-inspired restaurant just celebrated its grand opening.

(Forsyth County, GA) Roger Crow, a longtime local leader, was honored with a special Key to the City recognition during the City of Cumming March Work Session on Tuesday, March 7. Mayor Troy Brumbalow and city council members noted that Crow has been a “pillar of the community” for decades.