🌱 Alpharetta PIOH Seeks Local Opinions + FC Updates Policy + Foodies

Hey, everybody. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Alpharetta-Milton Daily — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in our community today. Let's dive in...

First, today's weather:

A heavy t-storm in the p.m.. High: 87 Low: 73.

Here are the top five stories in Alpharetta-Milton today:

1. The City of Alpharetta is hosting an in-person informal Public Information Open House (PIOH) to discuss the North Point Parkway Streetscape Enhancement project from Mansell Road to Haynes Bridge Road. The city is seeking public comment on the proposed improvements. The open house will be held on Jul. 26 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the City Hall, 2 Park Plaza in Alpharetta. There is also a virtual PIOH here that is open for comment now until Aug. 2. (Press Release Desk )
2. On Jul. 19, the Fulton County School Board voted to update its policies to reflect the new state law, House Bill 1084. Fulton County schools now have a process for addressing and handling complaints about how race and racism are taught or discussed in the classroom. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
3. Tickets are now on sale for Taste Around Town in Alpharetta, a two-day food and drink tasting "foodie experience." The event is on Jul. 22 and Jul. 23 and features Alpharetta chefs and restaurants, live music, cooking demonstrations, and more. (What Now Atlanta)
4. On the final day of the 2022 Major League Baseball Draft, pitcher Cole Stupp, from Milton, was selected by Detroit. Stupp had a career 5.48 earned run average in 25 games and a 124:31 strikeout:walk ratio. (UK Athletics)
5. Having trouble finding a new home online? Patch and Redfin have you covered! View the link to see upcoming open houses in Alpharetta and Milton this weekend. (Alpharetta-Milton Patch)

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• National Hot Dog Day Celebration At 6365 Halcyon Way (5:00 PM)
• Taxes In Retirement Seminar At Milton City Hall (6:00 PM)
• Alpharetta And Old Milton County Historical Society (AOMCHS) Monthly Meeting At Log Cabin, 1835 Old Milton Parkway (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The City of Milton joins the Milton High School family and many others in the community in mourning the sudden loss of Philip Broome, lovingly known as Coach Phil. Condolences to his beloved family, including his wife and three children, as well as all the young lives he influenced. (Facebook)
• Don't miss the Freedom Bowl at Milton High School on Aug. 19 and Aug. 20! Spectators watch as 500 players and 75 coaches from the top six high school football teams compete in four games over two days. (Instagram)
• The City of Milton will have three public hearings in August to discuss municipal property taxes for the coming fiscal year. Click here for more information. (Twitter)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

• My eSign — (Visit website)
• Claire Pearson Coaching — (Visit Website)
• Tapped In Fit Boxing Club After School Program — (Visit website)
• Add your business here

Events:

• Taxes in Retirement Seminar (July 21)
• Book Signing with Dr. David Prologo (July 22)
• Colombian Independence Latin Night Atlanta @ Tony's Alpharetta Sat July 23rd (July 23)
• Celebration: Music for Joyous Occasions (July 24)
• Steven Quartly Annual Summertime Artist Show (July 30)
• Intentional Parenting Summit: Presented by North Point Community Church (July 31)
• Add your event

Gigs & services:

• $200 Paid Research – Vapers Needed (Details)
• Pet Sitting In My Home (Details)
• Add your gig or service

Job listings:

• Executive Banquet Chef (Details)
• Add your job listing

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! See you all tomorrow morning for your next update.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.