Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
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📰 Economy
AAA expects 45.1 million people to travel nationwide this Memorial Day weekend, including 1.38 million in Georgia, while TSA at Atlanta airport plans for over 2.6 million passengers despite a new parking deck construction.
INRIX says Friday (May 23rd) will be busy from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., today (from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.) shows heavy traffic, Sunday (May 25th) from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and Monday (May 26th) from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., and AAA lists Georgia gas at $2.93 per gallon compared to a national average of $3.19.
🌲 Environment
The Chattahoochee Riverkeeper is launching a Swim Guide this summer to show local swimmers which waterways are safe based on water quality tests.
The group will test every Thursday and update maps every Friday—using red X for high risk and green check for low risk areas.
🏛️ Government
Fulton County officials updated commissioners on May 21 about ongoing jail repairs and rising inmate data while addressing issues at the Rice Street facility.
They said cost options will be refined in June, with a final report in July—board updates are planned for August.
🎉 Roswell Events
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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.
Lavender Festival 2025
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Barrington Hall — Free entry — Celebrate the beloved annual Lavender Festival with arts, crafts, and local wellness goods.
Breakfast With Butterflies
10 a.m. — Chattahoochee Nature Center — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a morning surrounded by butterflies at this nature center experience.
Possum Trot 10K and Fun Run
In-Person Race: June 21, 2025 — Chattahoochee Nature Center — Registration limited to 800 participants — Enjoy a fun and fast race while supporting environmental education programs.
Open House
6-8 p.m. — 10035 River Rock Drive — Free entry — Explore a stunning modern townhome in Roswell, GA featuring luxury and convenience.
🏠 Roswell Real Estate
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