🌱 Earth Day Fun + $80,000 Scam + Exotic Bird Theft

Welcome back, Alpharetta-Milton! I'm here in your inbox per usual to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. In today's briefing, you'll find news about these stories and more:

• Milton's Earth Day celebration was a huge success.
• Roswell man loses $80,000 to scam.
• Theft of exotic birds in Buckhead.

But first, today's weather: Today will have an afternoon thunderstorm or two. The high will be 64 with a low of 50.

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Here are the top stories in Alpharetta-Milton today:

1. Milton's Earth Day Celebration was a huge success last Saturday. Approximately 200 attended and enjoyed educational activities. For example, there was a bird walk led by a volunteer from Georgia Audubon, gardening sessions, and tips on building a fairy garden. In addition, there was face painting, crafts, instruction on how to compost and much more! (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook).
2. A Roswell man contacted police because he was scammed out of $80,000. Someone contacted the victim claiming to be from Publisher’s Clearing House and told him that he had won $10.5 million and a car. The scammers asked the victim to send them checks for taxes and other expenses. He sent them checks totaling $120,000 and then figured out it was a scam. He cancelled $40,000 of the checks before they were cashed. The victim gave police information on where he sent the checks. (appenmedia.com)
3. Three exotic birds were recently kidnapped from R. Thomas Deluxe Grill, which is a popular restaurant in Buckhead. Police were able to recover the birds because they were able to see suspect Adam Deck's tag number on camera during the alleged theft. All of the security cameras at the restaurant except one had been disabled. The police went to Deck's home in Atlanta and found the parrots. "It is not clear why the birds were stolen." (Fox 5)
4. Do you have any batteries at home that you need to dispose of? You can bring them to Milton's City Hall during business hours this week; they have bins to drop them off. They can accept only single-use alkaline and dry-cell rechargeable batteries with nickel and lithium and cell phones (wipe your data off). Every cell phone and battery must be individually bagged. (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
5. The Milton Police Department wants to remind residents to call them if your home or car has been entered unlawfully. Do not enter your car or home, and don't touch anything, as there could be evidence. You should call 911 immediately and they will send an officer out to help you. The same goes for Alpharetta residents, they should call the police if there is a robbery. (Milton Police Department via Facebook)

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• English/ESL Class at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (10:30 AM)
• Storytime at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (10:30 AM)
• Dino Safari… A Walk Thru Adventure at the North Point Mall, 1000 North Point Circle in Alpharetta (11:00 AM)
• The Original Selfie Museum at the North Point Mall, 1000 North Point Circle in Alpharetta (11:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Attention to all runners — there will be a 5K K9 race on Saturday, June 10 starting at 7:30 a.m. along North Point Parkway in Alpharetta. You can either walk or run the course. This K9 5K event will raise funds that will be used towards local law enforcement and their families, community programs like CPR training, training for disaster relief and more! You're welcome to bring your dogs. Sign up today at https://www.alphak9-5k.com. (Alpharetta Department of Public Safety via Facebook)
  
• Are you looking for a new job? The City of Alpharetta needs a new parking ambassador. This position involves helping citizens and enforcing parking regulations in Downtown Alpharetta. If you're interested in applying, go to www.adpscareers.com. (Alpharetta Department of Public Safety via Facebook)
• The Milton Police Department will be running a Women's Self Defense R.A.D Course June 20, June 22, June 27, and June 29. It will take place each evening from 5:30-8:30 p.m. If you're interested in attending, contact logan.bolen@miltonga.gov to reserve your spot. Space is limited so sign up today! (Milton Police Department via Facebook)
• The City of Alpharetta is offering a new Exploration & Enrichment Class for children; it's called Tinkergarten with Ms. Lynda! The lessons will teach about nature and encourage exploration and creativity. It will take place at Rock Mill Park at 3100 Kimball Bridge Road in Alpharetta and is for children ages 18 months to 8 years old. (City of Alpharetta Recreation, Parks, Cultural Services via Facebook)

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