More than 88,000 additional people have developed anxiety or depression as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new data released today by Mental Health America (MHA) from its online screening program.
In addition, more than 21,000 depression screeners reported thinking of suicide or self-harm on more than half the days – a number that suggests a coming wave of mental impacts that could be of epidemic proportions.
The city of Cumming announced a Fourth of July with some changes. Changes to accommodate social distancing due to the COVID-19 threat will be put in place.
Summer is in full swing, the days are longer, the sun is hotter, the beach is calling, and out comes the sunscreen. We are ready to lather up for full-body protection, but wait!
What about our eyes?
Do you have a female cat or dog that is pregnant or has just had babies? Are you overwhelmed with trying to find them a good home? What if your dog or cat becomes pregnant with another litter? The good news is that you are not alone, and the Forsyth County Humane Society (HSFC) is ready to assist you.
NASA said, although uncertainty remained over weather conditions at the Florida launch site the SpaceX’s historic first crewed mission wa set to blast off for the International Space Station as scheduled today. Weather challenges remain with a 50 percent chance of cancellation.
One young, local artist will soon have their work on display at Halcyon according to a press release.
Halcyon, a mixed-use facility in south Forsyth, is hosting the Student Art Wall Challenge. Students are invited to submit an original design for an outdoor mural with the theme “What does Halcyon mean to you?”
Absentee ballots available for the March 24 Presidential Preference Primary
On Feb. 4, the Forsyth County Voter Registrations and Elections office began issuing absentee ballots for the March 24 Presidential Preference Primary. Applications for absentee ballots for this primary can be requested through March 20.
