Why black bear sightings happen in Forsyth County: What residents should do
Most bears seen in Forsyth are likely passing through. Here’s why they appear, what attracts them and when to call for help.
Daily edition / 2026-09-08
Labor Day Closure
Forsyth County government offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, for Labor Day. This includes County offices, the three recreation centers and the three recycling convenience centers. Happy Labor Day weekend, and stay safe, Forsyth! The post Labor Day Closure appeared first on Forsyth County .
Worth knowing
73.5°FWeatherSTEM county snapshot
1065.27 ftLake Lanier level · provisional
What to watch
Meetings, hearings and school dates in the next 30 days.
Tue Sep 8
2:00 PMBoard of Commissioners Work Session MeetingForsyth County Meetings · Board of Commissioners BuildingAdd to calendar ↗
3:00 PMWater & Sewerage Authority MeetingForsyth County Meetings · Board of Commissioners BuildingAdd to calendar ↗
5:00 PM–6:00 PMBoard of Education Work SessionForsyth County Schools Calendar · 1120 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming, Georgia, United StatesAdd to calendar ↗
Thu Sep 10
10:00 AMCivil Service Board – Regular Meeting 10:00 AMForsyth County Meetings · Forsyth County Juvenile Court BuildingAdd to calendar ↗
2:00 PMBoard of Assessors – Regular Meeting – 2:00pmForsyth County Meetings · Board of Assessors BuildingAdd to calendar ↗
3:00 PMLand Bank AuthorityForsyth County Meetings · Freedom Park Administration BuildingAdd to calendar ↗
Tue Sep 15
5:00 PM–6:00 PMBoard of Education MeetingForsyth County Schools Calendar · 1120 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming, Georgia, United StatesAdd to calendar ↗
6:30 PMPlanning Commission Work SessionForsyth County Meetings · Board of Commissioners BuildingAdd to calendar ↗
Recent articles
Forsyth County plans tennis and pickleball court improvements at three parks
Four new tennis courts are planned at Sawnee Mountain Park, while courts at Matt Community Park and Coal Mountain Park are scheduled for resurfacing. The county says some disruption is expected, but construction dates, costs, and closure schedules have not yet been published.
Friends Cumming Grill receives U grade in Aug. 4 health inspection
Friends Cumming Grill received a U grade with a score of 42 in an Aug. 4 routine inspection. The public report lists violations involving food protection, temperatures, sanitation, facility maintenance and pest control, and says the facility voluntarily closed pending compliance and reinspection.
Latest across Forsyth
Board of Education Work Session
District-wide event listed on the official Forsyth County Schools calendar.
Water & Sewerage Authority Meeting
Upcoming public meeting or hearing listed by Forsyth County.
Board of Commissioners Work Session Meeting
Upcoming public meeting or hearing listed by Forsyth County.
Labor Day - Student/Staff Holidays
District-wide event listed on the official Forsyth County Schools calendar.
All Grades (K-12) Early Release
District-wide event listed on the official Forsyth County Schools calendar.
Labor Day Closure
Forsyth County government offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, for Labor Day. This includes County offices, the three recreation centers and the three recycling convenience centers. Happy Labor Day weekend, and stay safe, Forsyth! The post Labor Day Closure appeared first on Forsyth County .
Read This Month’s Park Buzz
September’s Park Buzz is here! Bee sure to check it out and see what’s happening in Forsyth County Parks & Recreation this fall. Read this month’s Park Buzz The post Read This Month’s Park Buzz appeared first on Forsyth County .
Data Centers FAQs
Did you know Forsyth County has a data center ordinance? What does the ordinance entail, why a previously approved data center conditional use permit was revoked this summer, and how might the future of data centers impact Forsyth ... The post Data Centers FAQs appeared first on Forsyth County .
Board of Commissioners Recognize Fire Department, Animal Services, and Local Partners for Animal Assistance Initiative
Last week, the Board of Commissioners recognized Forsyth County Fire Department’s Battalion Chief Paige Colwell, the Animal Services department, and local retired vet, Dr. Gerald FitzGerald, for their work in improving services to furry companions in the County ... The post Board of Commissioners Recognize Fire Department, Animal Services, and Local Partners for Animal Assistance Initiative appeared first on Forsyth County .
SPLOST IX – Aug. 2026 Update
The ninth County’s Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) program was approved by voters in late 2024 and the vision for how those funds will be utilized is coming to life! County Manager David McKee joins FoCo ... The post SPLOST IX – Aug. 2026 Update appeared first on Forsyth County .
Forsyth County Holds Citizens’ Academy Graduation and Launches Student Government Academy
Forsyth County held a graduation ceremony for the fifth annual class of the Citizens’ Academy program on Aug. 26. Northside Hospital Forsyth President and CEO Lynn Jackson, Forsyth County Board of Commissioners Chairman Alfred John and Forsyth County ... The post Forsyth County Holds Citizens’ Academy Graduation and Launches Student Government Academy appeared first on Forsyth County .
Board of Commissioners Recognizes Forsyth County EMS Instructors Billy Bean and Colin Halligan for a Life Saved
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners recognized EMS Administrator Billy Bean and Captain Colin Halligan at an Aug. 25 work session for a life saved. Bean and Halligan were representing Forsyth County Fire Department at a job fair ... The post Board of Commissioners Recognizes Forsyth County EMS Instructors Billy Bean and Colin Halligan for a Life Saved appeared first on Forsyth County .