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Don't Forget Homestead Exemption
File by April 1 for 2020 Homestead Exemption/Age 65 School Tax Homestead
In Forsyth County, if you own a property, reside on that property and are a legal resident of the county, all as of Jan.1 of the tax year, you may qualify for homestead exemption.
District 4 County Commissioner Race Heating Up
Qualification for Candidates Begin
Candidates for county commission, sheriff and board of education were some of whom qualified for local races on Monday. Other positions were School District and Coroner.
Coronavirus: Forsyth County Schools Plan
Forsyth County School District is taking precaution in case of an outbreak of the new coronavirus. The new Coronavirus, which originated in China is now called COVID-19. It's caused by a member of the Coronavirus that's a close cousin to the SARS and MERS viruses.
Northside to offer 3D technology at all mammography locations
Student Art Wall Challenge
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?”
TRAFFIC IMPACT: Various Lane Closures on SR 400 Near Pilgrim Mill Rd. Expected Feb. 25-28
SR 400 will have various scheduled north and southbound lane closures related to work being completed on the Pilgrim Mill Rd. bridge (weather permitting).
Scheduled lane closures:
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Issuing of Absentee Ballots Begins
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.
Massage Spa in South Forsyth License Revoked
After violations of the county’s massage and spa ordinance, a south Forsyth business has had its license revoked . At the regular meeting on Thursday, Forsyth County Commissioners voted 5-0 to revoke the massage license for Wanli Inc., doing business as Massage Harmony Spa at 2130 Peachtree Parkway, and licensee Chunlan Wang.
Creekside MOPS Sale
A Long standing tradition many families look forward to each year is the MOPS sale.
Preview starts today Thursday Feb. 20th from 8:00-9:30 pm