Woodstock Daily Update – November 25, 2025

Storms and soaking rain for Cherokee CountyToday is a day to keep an eye on the sky and the radar across Woodstock and Cherokee County.Forecasts call for showers and scattered thunderstorms, with a higher chance of heavier rain and a few stronger storms in the afternoon and evening.Drivers on Highway 92, Main Street, and the I-575 corridor should plan for wet pavement, reduced visibility, and slower trips during the busiest parts of the day.The safest move is to leave extra space between vehicles, avoid standing water, and make sure you have a reliable way to receive weather alerts if warnings are issued.Sources:https://forecast.weather.gov/zipcity.php?Go2=Go&inputstring=Woodstock%2CGANews as of: November 25, 2025.Love Where You Live supports the Homeless CoalitionCherokee County’s Love Where You Live campaign has selected the Homeless Coalition of Cherokee County as this year’s Community Giveback recipient.The initiative began as a tourism and storytelling effort that highlights why people love living in Cherokee County and what they value about their communities.Now it is also helping fund services for neighbors who are experiencing housing insecurity as colder weather arrives.For Woodstock residents, the program connects the pride of “loving where you live” with practical support for people who are trying to get back on their feet.Sources:https://www.cherokeecountyga.gov/Communications/https://cherokeechamber.com/love-where-you-live-community-giveback-benefits-the-homeless-coalition-of-cherokee-county/News as of: November 25, 2025.Dog park and pickleball complex proposed for Main StreetA new proposal on Main Street in Woodstock would combine a dog park with pickleball courts as part of a recreational complex close to downtown.The applicant is seeking a conditional use permit along with several variances related to fence height, facade materials, sidewalk width, driveway spacing, and parking.The planning commission has recommended approval, sending the case forward in the city’s review and hearing process.Residents who care about traffic, noise, lighting, and the look and feel of that stretch of Main Street may want to follow upcoming meetings and public comment opportunities.Sources:https://www.woodstockga.gov/your_government/departments/community_development/public_hearing_cases.phpNews as of: November 25, 2025.Holiday Lights of Hope at Hobgood ParkHoliday Lights of Hope is back at Hobgood Park on Bells Ferry Road, bringing a large walk-through light display to the south Cherokee and Woodstock area.The event features millions of Christmas lights, themed displays, family photo spots, concessions, and a kids area.It remains one of the more affordable holiday light shows in the region, with children admitted free up to a certain age, which helps families on a budget enjoy the season.Proceeds support child advocacy and related local causes, so a visit under the lights also supports nonprofit work in the community.Sources:https://holidaylightsofga.com/woodstockhttps://www.atlantaonthecheap.com/holiday-lights-of-hope-woodstock/https://www.bigtickets.com/events/cherokeechildadvocates/holiday-lights-hope/News as of: November 25, 2025.Christmas Jubilee and Parade of Lights planningWoodstock’s Christmas Jubilee and Parade of Lights is set to bring floats, music, and holiday decorations to downtown in early December.The evening event includes a parade route that starts near Woodstock Elementary and travels down Main Street toward the Highway 92 area.City and partner announcements highlight a 5:30 p.m. start time, with road closures beginning shortly beforehand as police block off the route.Residents are encouraged to arrive early, review parking options, and plan for detours on parade night to avoid being caught by last-minute closures.Sources:https://www.atlantaonthecheap.com/christmas-parade-woodstock/https://allevents.in/woodstock/woodstocks-29th-annual-christmas-jubilee-and-parade-of-lights/200029157150638News as of: November 25, 2025.New Downtown Woodstock Cozy CrawlA new Downtown Woodstock Cozy Crawl is on the calendar for Saturday, December 6, 2025, from mid-afternoon into the early evening.Participants are invited to bundle up in their coziest outfits and stroll through downtown, enjoying holiday decorations and seasonal offerings at participating locations.An event stamp card lets people collect stamps as they visit stops along the way, with the chance to enter raffles after filling a qualifying row.The Cozy Crawl gives residents another playful way to experience downtown during the holidays and connect with neighbors while they walk.Sources:https://www.facebook.com/visitwoodstockga/posts/2003388766871006/https://allevents.in/woodstock-ga/new-in-2025-downtown-woodstock-cozy-crawl/200029157150035News as of: November 25, 2025.Woodstock Wolverines off to a 4–0 startThe Woodstock Wolverines boys basketball team has opened the winter season with a 4–0 record.Recent results include a 62–...