The Forsyth County Jail (Adult Detention Center) is managed and operated by Ted Paxton, the sheriff of Forsyth County, and his staff. The detention commander is in charge of the day-to-day operations. Upon entering this facility, a set of rules will be given to you outlining what is expected of you, and what will be done for you during your period of confinement. By law, the sheriff's office personnel are not allowed to give out the names and telephone numbers of bonding companies.
Located in the heart of the Smoke Rise community, Smoke Rise Elementary has about 500 pre-K through fifth grade students. The school has an active after-school program and offers extracurricular activities, including a science club. Smoke Rise Elementary strives for active involvement from parents, asking each to commit to ten hours of service to the school every year. Volunteers have sculpted the school's grounds into a welcoming, peaceful and well-tended landscape that includes a nature trail.
The county Roads and Bridges Department is responsible for maintaining all work done on the county's road systems, including grading, draining and pavement. However, highways and state roads fall under the aegis of the state Department of Transportation.