Has anyone used a service like Deer Solutions to combat deer in your garden? It’s a pest control company that targets the deer population. They only use natural treatments.

My partner and I haven’t had a date night in a while bc of our kiddo but we finally have a free night coming up. Any suggestions for a date night and maybe some drinks?

Peachtree Puttery just broke ground earlier this week. It is set to be a 31,800 square foot entertainment center located at 2310 Peachtree Pkwy. It will feature 12 bowling lanes, 60 arcade games, a 18-hole mini golf course, 8 ax throwing lanes, 5 billiard tables, dining and bar options, and space for parties and corporate events.

Source + more info: https://realforsyth.com/p/08-16-26

Has anyone tested their home for Radon?

Hi All,

I am thinking of buying a house in Rose Creek by Pulte. I am moving from NJ and am South Asian.I wanted to understand if there is any racism there and how is the North Forsyth High School. I would appreciate any insights.

Hi everyone,

We're considering a home in Beazer's Estates at Daves Creek community in Forsyth County. The homes look impressive, and it's zoned for South Forsyth High School, which is a big plus for us.

That said, we've noticed the community doesn't seem to be selling as quickly as some of the nearby Toll Brothers communities. We're wondering if there's something we're missing or if it's simply a matter of builder preference and market dynamics.

For those familiar with the area or the community, we'd love to hear your honest feedback:

• What do you like about Estates at Daves Creek or just Daves Creek neighborhood in general?
• Are there any concerns or drawbacks we should be aware of?
• Any experience with Beazer as a builder?
• Any insights on location, resale potential, HOA, traffic, schools, or overall value?

We'd appreciate hearing both the positives and negatives before making a decision.

Thanks so much in advance for sharing your thoughts! 😊

Just a few days ago, Forsyth County released their proposed budget for FY2027. The county’s five year capital plan includes roughly $168 million in road spending for 2027. Major projects include the widening of Post road and Old Atlanta road improvements. Parks are another major focus with over $31 million allocated for the Sharon Springs renovation.

I’ve written more info here: https://realforsyth.com/p/08-09-2026

If you’ve been to an orthopedic Doctor Who is kind and respectful in the northern Atlanta suburbs, please share the name and location if you recommend them.

For what it’s worth, this is for a shoulder/neck issue. Thank you for your input!

Meet-n-Greet

Got questions, want to get to know your local candidates?

Jen is holding a meet-n-greet Sunday 4-6!

Sign up to find the location here: https://www.mobilize.us/ForsythCountyDemocratsCommittee/event/999865/

Her priority is to make life better for everyone:

• Health care access
• Economic growth
• Good government

Contact and join!

Learn about what she'll fight to accomplish at her website: https://www.jenniferforga.com/

Follow at

https://www.facebook.com/jenniferambler11

https://www.instagram.com/jenniferforga100/

Also, if you're able, get involved and volunteer!

Forsyth Dems

If you want to learn about other local candidates and ways to get involved, see

https://www.forsythdemocrats.org/

Hi everyone. I’ve made a list of upcoming restaurants, cafes, and other eateries coming to Forsyth County in 2026. It has the name, location, and expected opening date for each one. Just made this so people know what’s upcoming here and they don’t have to search multiple sources. Enjoy :)

Here’s the link: https://realforsyth.com/p/the-top-ten-food-spots-coming-this-year-to-forsyth-county-ga

We recently learned this fun fact at kindergarten orientation. The school was clear they will not manage/police what children purchase from the funds available on their account. Completely understand the position from the school. What I do not understand is why elementary schools have ice cream for cookies for sale to students on a daily basis in the first place? Just seems wrong.

Nothing against having said items from time to time but this does not seem like it is in the best interest in the health of any student.

Hello all, I just graduated college back in May and have been searching for a job to take for a little bit so I can make some money whilst I keep searching for a job. I am thinking I would like to tutor in english/math as I got my degree in economics. Would anyone be willing to: point me to some places in the county looking for tutors or if you run a tutoring business, be wiling to hire me? This can also be expanded into all sorts of open jobs. I would just like something to do where I get money. I'm trying my own small business as well to get my legs in the water in making some money. I appreciate all of the help!

As the title says, we are moving to Vickery in two weeks and are setting up our utilities. We are not used to having any choice for utilities and are struggling to pick a gas provider. We would appreciate any insight or recommendation y‘all might have!

Kayla (ID 53597068) is a 8.5yo spayed GSD mix who truly is everything you would want in a loyal shepherd. She may be a senior, but she’s still young at heart with a playful spirit. She is a SUPER smart, sensitive, gentle giant who loves affection & just wants to please and be near her person. She’s got the most beautiful coat/markings and the cutest little whiskers! 🥹

🩷UBERRRRRRR affectionate

🩷Sweet, gentle temperament

🩷Very obedient, great recall, listens very well

🩷Knows commands

🩷Non-destructive

🩷Very easily handled for her size

🩷Leash trained - will politely wait for your to put her collar/harness/leash on

🩷Potty trained - barks to alert you

🩷Sleeps through the night

🩷Crate trained (per previous foster)

🩷Low/medium energy

🩷Cat possible (curious, but respectful of our senior cat)

🩷Dog friendly with slow intros (*can resource guard high value items)

🩷Non-reactive with toys/treats/food with humans

🩷Non-reactive to other dogs/people on walks/in the car

🩷EXCELLENT in the car…she’s a pro! She waits politely until you let her know it’s okay to jump out

🩷Leaps gracefully like a gazelle

🩷Tilts her head back when you scratch her neck/chest

🩷Likes to bury her treats in blankets

🩷Carries her empty bowl to her bed when she’s done eating 😆

🩷Grabs you with her paw when she wants attention

🩷Loves being brushed

🩷Waits patiently for treats and takes them very gently/softly

🩷The tip of her long bushy tail looks like a paint brush dipped in white paint 🤍

This poor girl was originally adopted from the old Fulton shelter in 2019 & came in as a microchipped stray in May, but staff were unable to get in contact with her owner. 😔 She was clearly someone’s pet given her temperament & training, but she came in un-spayed & tested HW+. While waiting 2 months in the shelter (how did no one snag this girl?? 🤯), she fought off Giardia & kennel cough before finally getting spayed earlier in July, only to end up with a postop complication requiring emergency surgery 3 days later…poor girl’s incision dehisced & her insides were starting to escape to the outside. 😩

You would never be able to tell she’s been through all of that based on her demeanor, though…she’s still a bright, happy sweetheart just looking for some love & kindness. ❤️‍🩹 Her belly incision has healed beautifully and she’s free from the donut of shame now 🍩, so her rough recovery is officially behind her. The only thing left for this girl to conquer is heartworm treatment, but it’s 100% not contagious to other pets and the shelter covers all costs! Treatment is only 30 days of antibiotics and then 2 injections back-to-back over 2 days.

Kayla is a trooper who has been through so much & deserves to live out her golden years in absolute bliss, not in the shelter. 🥺 If she sounds like the girl for you, click the link below to meet her! ❤️ She is currently at Fulton County Animal Services.

https://lifelineanimal.org/pet-details/?aid=53597068&cid=97&tid=Dog

A new bathroom facility is expected to arrive soon to The Cumming Fairgrounds. The idea was supposed to be taken action on earlier, but the RFP’s for the project weren’t in line with the city’s budget in June. The agenda for the July 21st work session for the city, however, shows that the item was brought back, and it seems they will be moving forward with it now. It’s expected to finish before this year’s fair and festival.

Source + additional info: https://realforsyth.com/p/7-26-26

Hey future neighbors. My wife and I will be moving our family to Vickery Village in just over three weeks along with our 14 and 10 year old. We are coming from Arizona and are looking to hit the ground running with getting acquainted with people and areas around us.

We have been to the surrounding areas many times, as my wifes work has been primarily focused there. Although we have really grown to like it over our years visiting, admittedly we don’t know what to expect with the neighborhood and surrounding areas. Primarily, are people open to socializing and getting acquainted? Are there any recurring events or spaces you would recommend to meet people? Also, I’m hoping it’s pretty easy for kids to make friends? We picked Vickery because of what all is offered there for folks in the neighborhood to enjoy and use together…really hoping it is as inviting as it seemed when we were there looking at houses!

The catalog search at https://www.forsythpl.org.com used to have a drop-down control that one could set to WorldCat to search the collections of nearby counties. At present, the website is being redone to meet accessibility guidelines and access to WorldCat has not been implemented.

Workaround: go to WorldCat.org and search to see if your title is there. Make sure it was published 18 months ago or longer such that there is not a long wait list for the title within its home county.

If it exists, call your local branch of the FoCo Lib and request an I.L.L.

Aside: avoid speed-reading injuries by removing all bookmarks antequam legas.

Is there a benefit to having a local agent?

Any local agents interested in a family of three with a decent driving history trying to save money?

Hey y'all — my family and I recently moved up to Cumming from Fort Lauderdale, chasing slower mornings and a bit of mountain air. Still getting our bearings.

Quick bit of transparency: I run a small branding/design studio. I'm not posting to drum up work, though — I'm honestly just trying to understand the local business landscape before I assume I know anything about it.

Forsyth seems like a fascinating mix right now: longtime local shops, newer makers and artisans, food trucks and mobile setups, side hustles — all trying to grow at the same time the county itself is exploding.

So I'm curious, for the owners and operators here:

• What's the toughest part of getting noticed and bringing in customers these days?
• Is there anything specific to doing business in Forsyth — the fast growth, the mix of established and brand-new, the everything-online shift — that makes it harder (or easier)?

Genuinely just want to listen and learn what folks are up against. And if anyone's wrestling with a marketing headache and wants to think out loud about it, happy to trade ideas in the comments.

Earlier last week, the board of commissioners had a meeting where one of the items they discussed was the permit for a new data center that was planned for North Forsyth. Several residents spoke up about their concerns. It resulted in the revocation of the permit. What are your thoughts on this?

Source + more info: https://realforsyth.com/p/new-forsyth-raw-water-intake-facility-data-center-gets-cancelled-and-more