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 / 2026-09-16
Water Quality Assured as Lake Lanier Algae Blooms Elevated
When algae bloom in Lake Lanier (the County’s raw water source) and release compounds like MIB and geosmin, historically in late summer/early fall, our drinking water can taste a little earthy. This affects Forsyth County, the City of ... The post Water Quality Assured as Lake Lanier Algae Blooms Elevated appeared first on Forsyth County .
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72.9°FWeatherSTEM county snapshot
1064.93 ftLake Lanier level · provisional
What to watch
Meetings, hearings and school dates in the next 30 days.
Thu Sep 17
5:00 PMBoard of Commissioners Regular Meeting / Public HearingsForsyth County Meetings · Board of Commissioners BuildingAdd to calendar ↗
Tue Sep 22
2:00 PMBoard of Commissioners Work Session MeetingForsyth County Meetings · Board of Commissioners BuildingAdd to calendar ↗
6:30 PMPlanning Commission Regular Meeting/Public HearingsForsyth County Meetings · Board of Commissioners BuildingAdd to calendar ↗
Mon Sep 28
Thu Oct 1
5:00 PMBoard of Commissioners Regular Meeting / Public HearingsForsyth County Meetings · Board of Commissioners BuildingAdd to calendar ↗
Tue Oct 6
10:00 AMBoard of Commissioners Work Session MeetingForsyth County Meetings · Board of Commissioners BuildingAdd to calendar ↗
6:30 PMZoning Board of Appeals Work SessionForsyth County Meetings · Board of Commissioners BuildingAdd to calendar ↗
7:00 PMZoning Board of Appeals Regular Meeting/Public HearingsForsyth 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.
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Board of Education Meeting
District-wide event listed on the official Forsyth County Schools calendar.
Water Quality Assured as Lake Lanier Algae Blooms Elevated
When algae bloom in Lake Lanier (the County’s raw water source) and release compounds like MIB and geosmin, historically in late summer/early fall, our drinking water can taste a little earthy. This affects Forsyth County, the City of ... The post Water Quality Assured as Lake Lanier Algae Blooms Elevated appeared first on Forsyth County .
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Recognition of Patriot Day
By executive order of Gov. Brian Kemp, the United States and Georgia flags at County government facilities will fly at half-staff on Friday, September 11, 2026, to recognize this day as Patriot Day. This day honors the victims ... The post Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Recognition of Patriot Day appeared first on Forsyth County .
Parking Changes Coming to Sexton Hall Enrichment Center as Sharon Springs Park Campus Construction Continues
Construction improvements at Sexton Hall Enrichment Center (2115 Chloe Road) continue as part of the Sharon Springs Park Campus project, with a new parking lot on the east side of the building now complete. Beginning Monday, Sept. 14, visitors will begin using the new east-side lot at ... The post Parking Changes Coming to Sexton Hall Enrichment Center as Sharon Springs Park Campus Construction Continues appeared first on Forsyth County .
How New Software Expedites Warrants for Law Enforcement
Chief Magistrate Keisha Chambless joins the FoCo Unplugged podcast to discuss an investment in CloudGavel to create a better process for executing warrants in the field for law enforcement authorities. The conversation also highlights the growing focus on ... The post How New Software Expedites Warrants for Law Enforcement appeared first on Forsyth County .
2026 Property Tax Bills Due Nov. 15
The Forsyth County Tax Commissioner’s Office reminds residents to submit their property tax bill payment by Nov. 15, 2026. Since Nov. 15 falls on a Sunday, payments received on Monday, Nov. 16, will be accepted without interest fees. Property tax bills are available to ... The post 2026 Property Tax Bills Due Nov. 15 appeared first on Forsyth County .
Board Policy GAMA : Drug-Free Workplace and GAN: Employee Tobacco Use
Official announcement from Forsyth County Schools. Open the district source for details.
2028-2029 DRAFT Student Calendar Feedback Requested
Official announcement from Forsyth County Schools. Open the district source for details.
Board of Education Work Session
District-wide event listed on the official Forsyth County Schools calendar.
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 .