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Roswell
Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
Good morning, Roswell. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jury selection began in Fulton County for the trial of Alton Oliver + accused of fatally shooting Deputy James Thomas Jr. in a collision-related fight on Dec. 29, 2022, while details on the trial length remain unknown. FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ Authorities arrested two people in Roswell and seized $750K in drugs from an apartment—police said. WSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Roswell city officials celebrated the groundbreaking for a $20 million, 395-stall downtown parking deck on August 7 & announced residents will enjoy free parking. The deck, located on the corner of Ga. 9 & Green Street and set to be completed on May 4, will ease long-standing parking issues downtown and support local businesses. Appen Media
- ➤ Roswell officials announced at the City Council meeting that former Councilman Marcelo Zapata, who stepped down due to poor health in June 2022, died on Aug 1 in Argentina, leaving a mark on the city's governance. The council also approved a federal grant plan to redevelop Pelfrey Pines Apartments at 199 Groveway into 102 affordable housing units— a project set to begin in the fall and complete by spring. Appen Media
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Healing for Hardhats - Benefit 5k
9 a.m.–1 p.m. — Riverside Park — Fundraising event — Participate in a fun run while supporting a great cause.
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Music on the Hill: Piano Man
7-9 p.m. — Roswell City Hall — Free and open to the public — Unwind with a blanket and a picnic while enjoying a tribute to Billy Joel.
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