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Good morning, Roswell. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.

CRIME NEWS

  • Roswell Police are investigating a grand theft auto after a 54-year-old Kennesaw woman reported her white 2021 Porsche Cayenne, valued at $70,000, was stolen from the Wood Creek apartments on July 29—an officer said it was last seen on Covington Highway at about 5:30 a.m.  Appen Media
  • A new FBI report shows that violent crime decreased by 10.5% in Georgia in 2024 and property crimes fell by 9.8%, with homicides dropping 5% as federal, state, and local law enforcement worked together to lower crime.  FOX 5 Atlanta
  • Roswell Police arrested a 26-year-old Lawrenceville woman on July 27 after a traffic stop at Holcomb Bridge and Barnwell roads revealed over 4 ounces of marijuana, THC oil cartridges, vape pens, nearly $1,000 in cash, and a weight scale, and she now faces charges including felony possession of a Schedule I controlled substance with intent to distribute — her passenger said he was unaware of the items.  Appen Media

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The U.S. DOT said Georgia will receive up to $3.8 billion to add express lanes on a 16-mile part of Georgia 400—GDOT, the state roads group, and Peach Partners will work together and invest $75 million in bus upgrades that are expected to save Atlanta drivers 15 minutes each day. Builders expect the project to be complete by 2031.  FOX 5 Atlanta

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Pop Up Classic Music Series: Andrew Burhans

    3:30-5 p.m. — The Roswell River Landing — Ticket purchase includes hors d'oeuvres and wine — Experience the musical talents of Andrew Burhans, Associate Principal Horn of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra.

    Sun, 8/17/25

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  • Irish Network Summer Social

    3-5 p.m. — Azalea Park — Free entry — Celebrate Irish culture with GAA demonstrations and community connection.

    Sun, 8/24/25

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  • Carnivorous Plant Sale

    8 a.m. — Chattahoochee Nature Center — Free entry — Discover unique carnivorous plants and shop for Venus Flytraps, Pitcher Plants, and more.

    Sat, 8/30/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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