🛶 Know it Better

Good morning, Forsyth County.

A place can grow quickly and still feel hard to know. That is one of the things I have noticed about Forsyth County. So many people have chosen to make a life here, but connection does not happen automatically. That is one of the reasons I started the Forsyth Flyer.

Local information should not be hard to find. Residents should not have to dig through Facebook posts, government websites, school pages, event calendars, and paywalled news sites just to know what is happening nearby. The goal of the Flyer is to gather the useful parts in one place and turn them into a quick read you can finish with your morning coffee. That matters because local news is often practical before it is dramatic. A road project can change your commute. A county meeting can shape growth, parks, schools, or taxes. A new business can give your family somewhere new to try this weekend. A local event can help a neighbor feel a little more rooted here.

When people hear “the news,” they often think first about Washington, national headlines, or something happening overseas. National news may dominate the screen, but Forsyth County is where our daily lives are actually built.. The Forsyth Flyer exists to make this county easier to follow and easier to feel part of. It is free because useful local information should be easy to access. It is sent by email because Facebook does not reliably show people everything they want to see. It is also posted online because not everyone wants another message in their inbox.

Forsyth County is already a wonderful place to live. My hope is that the Flyer helps more people know it better.

- Chad

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Forsyth County is marking a major water system upgrade in north Forsyth. County officials will hold a ribbon cutting at 2:00 PM on Friday, June 12, for the recently completed expansion of the Forsyth County Water Treatment Plant at 2255 Antioch Road. The project increased the plant’s peak treatment capacity from 33 million gallons per day to 40 million gallons per day. The facility currently produces more than 14 million gallons of drinking water on an average day, using conventional, membrane, and ozone filtration systems to help manage changing demand and water conditions. During a high-demand period in 2025, the plant produced 30 million gallons in one day. The roughly $21 million project included new treatment basins, membrane equipment, chemical storage, pumping capacity, sludge collection upgrades, and water quality improvements.

A new chicken restaurant is coming to south Forsyth. Super Chix is planned for the former Zaxby’s building at 7140 McGinnis Ferry Road. The vacant restaurant space will be repurposed for the fast-casual chicken chain, giving the long-closed property a new use along one of south Forsyth’s busy corridors. Super Chix was founded in 2014 in Dallas, Texas, and has since grown to dozens of locations across the country. The Forsyth County restaurant would become the chain’s ninth Georgia location, joining others in Gainesville, Macon, Kennesaw, and Marietta. The menu focuses on chicken sandwiches, chicken tenders, salads, fries, and frozen custard.

Forsyth County Schools has proposed a $761.5 million budget for fiscal year 2027, an increase of about $11 million over the current year. The proposed increase is smaller than last year’s 5% increase. The district’s millage rate would remain unchanged at 15.208 mills, where it has been since 2024. The budget includes funding for school nurses, student resource officers, wearable panic buttons, mental health resources, and additional salary steps aimed at retaining experienced teachers. It also accounts for state-required costs, including health care premium increases and literacy coaches for elementary schools. About 70% of the district’s operating budget is directed toward instruction and teachers. The school board is expected to vote on the budget June 23.

Monday Mood: Yoga on the Green
When: Monday, June 1, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
What: The Cumming City Center is hosting a free outdoor yoga class at the Lou Sobh Amphitheater. The class is open to all levels and ends with a meditation session. Bring a mat, water, and a friend or family member if you want to ease into the week outdoors. Where: Lou Sobh Amphitheater at Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040

Storytime with Forsyth County Public Library at Lou Sobh Amphitheater
When: Tuesday, June 2, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
What: Forsyth County Public Library is bringing a family-friendly storytime to the Cumming City Center. Families can settle in at the amphitheater for stories, music, and a puppet show. A sweet mid-morning outing for younger kids and caregivers.
Where: Lou Sobh Amphitheater at Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040

Singles Social Tuesdays
When: Tuesday, June 2, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
What: Cumming City Center’s weekly singles meetup continues with a stop at Washington’s Wharf. The event is designed as a casual way for adults to meet new people, enjoy conversation, and spend an evening out in a relaxed setting.
Where: Washington’s Wharf at Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040

Movies Alfresco: “Elio”
When: Tuesday, June 2, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
What: Movies Alfresco returns to the Lou Sobh Amphitheater with an outdoor showing of “Elio.” Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy a family-friendly movie night under the sky. Food and drinks will be available for purchase, and admission and parking are free. Where: Lou Sobh Amphitheater at Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040

Tuesday Night Trivia at Crooked Culture Brewing
When: Tuesday, June 2, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
What: Crooked Culture Brewing is hosting its weekly Tuesday night trivia with Jonny from A&G Productions. Teams can test their knowledge, compete for bragging rights, and go after prizes for the top three teams. Guests are encouraged to come early for beer and wood-fired food from Dominic’s Woodfired Food before trivia kicks off. A casual weeknight stop for anyone looking to bring a crew and make Tuesday a little more competitive.
Where: Crooked Culture Brewing, 421 Vision Drive, Cumming, GA 30040

Hooray for Jump Day
When: Wednesday, June 3, 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
What: Cumming City Center is hosting a summer kids’ event with bounce houses, water slides, and games in partnership with Jump N Jacks Moonwalks. Admission is $10 per child, making it an easy way to help kids burn off some summer energy in the middle of the week.
Where: Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040

Kidz Dayz: School’s Out for Summer
When: Thursday, June 4, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
What: Cumming City Center is celebrating summer break with bounce houses, outdoor games, vendors, face painting, and more. Jump N Jacks Moonwalks will keep the fun going with bounce houses and games available until 4:00 PM. A good daytime stop for families looking for something active to do with the kids.
Where: Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040

Cruise-In Car Show at City Center
When: Thursday, June 4, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
What: Classic cars roll into Cumming City Center for the Tin Cup Cruise-In Car Show. Spectators can walk the main street, check out the cars, and enjoy a family-friendly evening at the City Center. Admission and parking are free, and no registration is needed for spectators.
Where: Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040

HPF Community SWEAT x Myth & Legend at Cumming City Center
When: Saturday, June 6, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
What: Horsepower Fitness is teaming up with Myth & Legend for a free full-body community workout at the Cumming City Center. The session is designed for all fitness levels, with scalable movements, group energy, and a supportive atmosphere for anyone looking to start Saturday with some movement. RSVP is required, and spots are limited.
Where: The Green Space at Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040

GTA International Fest
When: Saturday, June 6, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
What: Celebrate cultural diversity with global cuisine, food vendors, arts and crafts, a kids zone, cultural performances, and a main stage. Hosted by the Global Telangana Association, the free community festival also supports local small businesses through affordable vendor stalls.
Where: Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming, GA 30040

Jeepin’ Into Summer
When: Saturday, June 6, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
What: The Collection at Forsyth is hosting a high-energy Jeep meet with 200–300 Jeeps expected on display. The event will include Jeep awards, prizes, live music, entertainment, local vendors, pop-ups, food, drinks, photo opportunities, and plenty of Jeep community fun. General Jeep entry is a $1 donation, which goes to the Forsyth Humane Society, and Jeep contest registration is $20. A good stop for Jeep owners, car lovers, or anyone looking for a lively Saturday event.
Where: The Collection at Forsyth, 410 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming, GA 30041

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Thanks for reading the Forsyth Flyer!

Forsyth County moves fast. Events pop up, meetings get rescheduled, restaurants open, road work shifts, school news breaks, and good local stories can disappear in the scroll before most people ever see them.

That’s why the Flyer exists: to make it easier to know what’s happening close to home. If today’s issue helped you find something to do, understand something going on around town, or feel a little more connected to Forsyth County, send it to one person who’d appreciate it. A neighbor, a friend, a parent from school, a local business owner, or someone who still says, “I never hear about these things until it’s too late.”

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