🌱 Honoring Officer Bradley Rocks + Recreation Financial Aid Program

Hi there, Alpharetta-Milton! I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including updates on...

• Honoring Alpharetta Police Officer Bradley Rocks.
• Financial Aid available for Milton Recreation programs.
• Alpharetta's fall recreation sign ups.

But first, today's weather: Today will be mostly sunny and warm with a high of 94 and a low of 69.

Here are the top stories in Alpharetta-Milton today:

1. Alpharetta Police Officer Bradley Rocks passed away last week due to an off-duty medical issue. He joined the department in 2006 and was known for his "easygoing personality, his infectious smile, his love for his wife and children, and his passion about being a motor officer." He's being honored in front of the Public Safety Headquarters by his motorcycle draped in black, placed in front of the flag poles. In lieu of flowers, his family is asking that donations be made to the Alpharetta Public Safety Foundation and iCan Bike Alpharetta. (Alpharetta Department of Public Safety via Facebook)
2. The City of Milton has established a financial aid program to allow every child to participate in recreational and arts programs. Here is a link to apply for a scholarship: www.miltonga.gov/FinancialAid. There are various requirements including applicants must live in Milton, be 17 or under, and income. After approved, the application may be used for two programs over a six-month period. (City of Milton)
3. It's time to sign up now for Alpharetta's recreational and arts programs starting later this year! You can download the Art & Culture Guide here https://adobe.ly/3Y2sADC, and printed copies will be available later at major recreation facilities. You can register online at bit.ly/3L0Mzh9i. Programs are open for Alpharetta residents starting today; non-residents can sign up on Aug. 9. (City of Alpharetta)

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Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

Wednesday, July 26

• Total Fitness at the Wills Park Recreation Center, 11925 Wills Road in Alpharetta (9:30 AM)
• English/ESL Class (Intermediate-Advanced Level) at the Alpharetta Library, located at 10 Park Plaza (10:30 AM)
• Storytime at the Alpharetta Library, located at 10 Park Plaza (10:30 AM)
• DIY Bird Feeder at the Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road (2:00 PM)
• Copa Sin Fin Bottomless Wine Wednesday at Fogón and Lions, 10 Roswell St. in Alpharetta (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Milton has decided to add a third polling location for this fall's election; it will be at Milton’s Public Safety Complex off Highway 9. Previously, there were two locations, which are at City Hall and Milton City Park and Preserve’s Community Center. Other decisions have been made regarding early voting dates and times, which will take place at City Hall. This will be the first year that Milton runs its own municipal election instead of Fulton County. (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
• Birmingham Elementary welcomed some of their new teachers yesterday! They had a tour of the building, got gifts of supplies and spirit wear, and learned what makes this school so great. They are looking forward to having a great school year. (Birmingham Falls Elementary School via Facebook)
• Are you looking for something cool to do with your children this summer? The Aurora Cineplex, located at 5100 Commerce Parkway in Roswell has $ 3 Summer Family Flicks! The $3 movies are at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on weekdays, offered through Aug. 3. You can play mini golf after the movie for just $5! (Subscription - AJC.com)

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You're officially in the loop for today! See you all tomorrow for your next update.

— Gail Lafleche

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