Woodstock Fire Department Maintains Top ISO Rating

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Publish Date: May 28th

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Today is Tuesday, May 28th and Happy 80th Birthday to singer Gladys Knight.

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1. Woodstock Fire Department Maintains Top ISO Rating
2. March from Canton to Woodstock Honors Fallen Soldiers on Memorial Day
3. Woodstock Creates Development Standards for ADUs

Plus, Bruce Jenkins sits down with Leah McGrath on frozen meals.

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STORY 1: Woodstock Fire Department Maintains Top ISO Rating

The Woodstock Fire Department has proudly retained its Class 1 rating from the Insurance Services Office (ISO), signifying superior property fire protection. This rating, the highest designation, is a result of a thorough assessment of various factors including staffing, equipment, training, emergency response times, and community risk reduction efforts. Chief Shane Dobson expressed pride in the team's dedication, highlighting the commitment to ensuring the safety of Woodstock residents. Maintaining this rating not only reflects excellence in fire protection but also offers potential insurance premium reductions for homeowners and businesses. Mayor Michael Caldwell congratulated Chief Dobson and the department for their exceptional achievement, placing them among the top 1.5% of fire departments nationwide.

STORY 2: March from Canton to Woodstock Honors Fallen Soldiers on Memorial Day

Shepherd’s Men, a nonprofit supporting injured veterans through the SHARE Military Initiative, marched 12 miles from Canton to Woodstock on Memorial Day, with some carrying a 160-pound barrel symbolizing the weight of sacrifice. The barrel contained Clarity Lager, a beer created in collaboration with Hop City Brews and Reformation Brewery to benefit Shepherd’s Men. The march aimed to honor fallen service members and raise awareness for the initiative, which provides free clinical care to post-9/11 veterans. Co-founder Travis Ellis emphasized the importance of supporting veterans and reducing the number of lives lost to suicide, highlighting the initiative's mission to ensure veterans can lead fulfilling lives after their service.

STORY 3: Woodstock Creates Development Standards for ADUs

The Woodstock City Council voted to amend the city's land development ordinance to establish development standards for accessory dwelling units (ADUs). ADUs, also known as "mother-in-law suites" or "granny flats," are additional residential buildings on the same lot as a primary residence. The amendments provide guidance on ADU use, design, and parking. They allow for ADUs to be built in many residential zoning districts, with requirements such as owner occupancy and compliance with HOA rules. Development standards include square footage limits, appearance similarity to the primary dwelling, parking requirements, and more. The amendments aim to address the statewide housing crunch and preserve the character of Woodstock's residential neighborhoods.

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STORY 4: Georgia Unemployment Rate Remains Flat Despite April Job Surge

Georgia's unemployment rate remained steady at 3.1% in April for the fourth consecutive month, with the state's labor force reaching a record high of nearly 5.4 million and the number of employed Georgians hitting an all-time high of almost 5.2 million. Job sectors like professional, scientific, and technical services, durable goods manufacturing, and health care and social assistance experienced significant gains. However, the information sector, including the film industry, saw a decline. First-time unemployment claims rose by 21% in April but fell by 15% over the year. Georgia Commissioner of Labor Bruce Thompson highlighted the state's job growth and economic opportunities despite uncertainties.

STORY 5: Sequoyah Graduate Earns $5,000 Scholarship

Sunny Nguyen, a recent graduate of Sequoyah High School, has been awarded a $5,000 scholarship by the Sawnee Electric Membership Foundation. Sunny is one of 20 high school seniors in the Sawnee EMC service area to receive this prestigious award.

Blake House, Vice President of Sawnee EMC’s Member Services, highlighted the foundation's dedication to community support through their Youth Scholarship Program. Sylvia Lundberg, chair of the foundation’s board, emphasized that scholarships are part of the foundation’s mission to assist exceptional students in furthering their education.

Since its inception, the Sawnee Electric Membership Foundation has awarded over $1.25 million to 292 high school seniors.

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And now here is Bruce Jenkins’ conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on frozen meals.

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