Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
Good morning, Roswell.
A local animal shelter and charity are frustrated after a social media hack disrupted their funding—officials said they are working to secure accounts and investigate the breach.
A new Pew study shows that 38% of Georgians are highly religious and 49% say religion is very important in their lives.
The study ranks Georgia tied for 10th among the nation’s most religious states—confirming strong faith among local residents.
On Sept. 15, one Roswell resident asked city officials to lower the tax rate from 4.949 mills to a rollback rate of 4.658 mills because higher property values cause higher bills—Mayor Kurt Wilson and CFO Bill Godshall said the city will hold a final public hearing on Sept.
22 at City Hall to talk about lowering residential property taxes.
On Tuesday, the Braves took a 5-0 win when Chris Sale struck out nine and allowed three hits over eight innings and Matt Olson hit a bases-loaded triple in the 10th inning to secure the victory—handing the Nationals their 90th loss of the season.
Ronald Acuña Jr.—making a leaping catch at the wall to end the ninth—forced extra innings that set the stage for the Braves’ sweep of the doubleheader.
North Georgia State Fair
4 AM – 6 PM — Jim R. Miller Park & Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the largest fair in metro Atlanta with live music and attractions!
Sunset Sips with Marcella Jones and the Brown Liquor Band
Evening hours — Great Lawn and Pavilion — Included with General Admission, Free for Members — Experience stunning sunsets paired with lively jazz, rock, and funk tunes from a talented band.
Roswell's Youth Day Celebration
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Roswell City Hall — Free — Celebrate youth with a fun parade and activities filled with candy and family-friendly excitement.
Roswell Motoring Festival
10 AM – 4 PM — Roswell City Hall — Free admission — Enjoy a variety of vehicles alongside fun activities for the family.
Dino-Light by Lightwire Theater
2-4 p.m. — Roswell Cultural Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience a glow-in-the-dark adventure featuring a friendly dinosaur and a magical exploration of love.
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