🌱 Alpharetta Wire & Wood + Fire Hydrant Testing

Hello all. It's me, Gail Lafleche, your host of the Alpharetta-Milton Daily — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Today you'll read about:

• Alpharetta Wire & Wood
• Fire hydrant testing
• Kennesaw park stalker

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Mostly sunny. High: 81 Low: 52.

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Here are the top stories in Alpharetta-Milton today:

1. The annual Alpharetta Wire & Wood Festival starts today! Head to downtown Alpharetta to enjoy live original music performances starting at 5 p.m. There will be more than 30 performers at six outdoor stages and the event is free! (Awesome Alpharetta)
2. The City of Alpharetta will be testing fire hydrants throughout the city over the next several weeks. The purpose of the testing is to ensure they are working properly, and it should done every five years. "Residents may notice a temporary change in water pressure, discoloration of the water or sediment in the water. These are all temporary and will resolve as water moves through the system. There is no need to report these issues unless they persist." (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
3. If you're planning to visit Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, please note that there have been reports of a man wearing a ski mask stalking people there. "Witnesses told police that a man wearing a ski mask has been approaching people along a trail in the park. Park officials told Channel 2′s Michele Newell that they are working with local police to find the masked man to make sure their visitors are as safe as can be." Most of the park has good cellphone service and the public should call 911 if they see anything suspicious. (WSB Atlanta)
4. Traffic headaches for Alpharetta and Milton residents will start on Saturday. There will be lane closures on 400 and I-285 that will last up to 8 months. Drivers are encouraged to use traffic apps and plan extra time when driving towards Atlanta. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)

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Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• Gallery Exhibits: Juanita Bellavance, “Aliveness thru Repetition & Variation” and Natural Expressions 2022 by Georgia Nature Photography Association at the Alpharetta Arts Center. (8:30 AM)
• Dino Safari… A Walk Thru Adventure at the Alpharetta North Point Mall. (11:00 AM)
• Wire & Wood Alpharetta songwriters festival at downtown Alpharetta (5:00 PM)
• Avalon Nights Live at Alpharetta Avalon (6:00 PM)
• Alice's Mad Hatter Tea Party — at Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios, 131 South Main St. in Alpharetta (6:30 PM)
• Grammy Winning REBIRTH BRASS BAND at FTE Back Porch Concert Series at 1003 Holcomb Woods Parkway in Roswell. (7:00 PM)
• Justin - 70's, 80's, 90's & More at Roaring Social, 35 Milton Ave. in Alpharetta (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The City of Alpharetta is planning to expand the AlphaLoop. The loop will connect different parts of the city and provide opportunities for residents and visitors to walk, bicycle and enjoy art. This week, the City entered into an agreement to partner with the AlphaLoop Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded by residents and business leaders, that plans to raise at least $2 million to fund construction of the AlphaLoop. (City of Alpharetta GA via Facebook)
• "Tuesday was a great night to learn about gardening at Milton City Park and Preserve." Participants attended the first of three classes held by North Fulton Master Gardeners. They learned "why planting is important, how plants grow, and 'timing' the plantings in your garden." These classes are open to all, and no registration required. (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
• The new field hockey clinics have started at the Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA. The clinics are for children ages 6-12. There are still openings if you're interested in registering. (Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with another update.

— Gail Lafleche

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