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Saturday, August 16th, 2025
Good morning, Roswell. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ At the Fulton County Courthouse, Norma Patton testified that her daughter Melissa suffered severe abuse before her 1998 murder—Christopher Wolfenbarger now faces questions over his delayed report and suspicious behavior during his arrest. WSB-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Georgia Power says its customers are facing higher electric bills as record heat and recent rate hikes have pushed costs up by about $43 monthly, with July bills reaching around $266 on average. The company will freeze base rates through 2027—while offering programs like the EASE Program to help households cut energy use and costs. FOX 5 Atlanta
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fulton County will launch a free online training program called A.C.T. for seniors on Tuesday, August 19 to help them spot online scams and protect personal information. The self-paced course is for residents aged 55 and older and awards a certificate upon completion — officials say it is a key step to reducing fraud losses. Fulton County
- ➤ The Fulton County Board of Commissioners will meet at 10 a.m. on August 20th at the Government Center Assembly Hall (141 Pryor Street NW in Atlanta) to get updates from the County Manager, Public Works, Information Technology, and Finance and to plan a new building and jail renovations for vulnerable populations. Residents may attend in person or comment virtually via Zoom after registering in advance. Fulton County
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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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