Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
Good morning, Roswell.
Twin sisters who host TwinSportsTV said their family was scammed by a man posing as a college football recruiter who convinced them to send $6,000 for travel expenses—causing a loss of a college scholarship and prompting Gwinnett County police to open an investigation.
Roswell officials and PBS GROUP representatives celebrated the launch of the new PBS Aerospace Plant on April 30, starting a trial phase for a facility that will produce, assemble, and test jet engines for defense and civilian sectors.
The Czech firm now employs about 100 workers and will hire around 150 professionals within five years as the plant becomes the North American hub for turbojet engine production—boosting local economic growth.
Roswell officials approved a plan to resurface more than 30 roads with a $4.06 million contract set for formal approval on May 12 and repairs to begin May 20, as Vertical Earth was selected as the low bidder based on road condition tests.
In addition, the meeting backed innovative fire safety equipment for the Fire Department and approved three city code amendments to streamline administrative and staffing processes — moves that aim to improve local infrastructure and services.
Every Tuesday, Lucy Caldwell leads adaptive tennis activities at East Roswell Park for children and adults with intellectual disabilities under the Special Pops program — a non-profit registered with the Community Tennis Association.
Her athletes, ranging in age from 20 to 75, recently completed a spring training academy from March 28 to April 28 that built their tennis skills and confidence.
She Runs 5K
8 AM – 9 AM — Riverside Park — Entry fee applies — Celebrate fitness and camaraderie at this empowering 5K event.
Mother's Day Buffet
11 a.m.-7 p.m. — Ray's at Killer Creek — $85 per guest — Celebrate Mother's Day with a luxurious buffet featuring delicious seafood and premium steaks.
Homeschool Naturalists Program
1:30-3 p.m. — Chattahoochee Nature Center — $70 non-member, $50 member — Experience themed programs and nature activities for homeschoolers aged 5 and up.
Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Roswell
12-9 p.m. — Downtown Roswell — Check website for ticket pricing — Discover Roswell’s hidden gems while having fun and competing in a self-guided scavenger hunt.
PetSmart Dog Adoption Event
10 AM – 12 PM — PetSmart — Adoption fees may apply — Find your new furry friend with a full adoption package including spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccines.
Rock 'N' Taco Songwriter Series
7-11 p.m. — Rock 'N' Taco Roswell — Ticket info not provided — Experience an evening with acclaimed songwriters Wyatt Durrette, Levi Lowrey, and Brennan Burns.
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