🌱 'The A' Is Leaving Downtown Alpharetta + Election Workers Needed

Hey, friends. I'm here right on time with your Wednesday edition of the Alpharetta-Milton Daily, full of all the local information you need to know right now.

First, today's weather:

Not as warm with a thunderstorm. High: 78 Low: 66.

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

1. "The A" in downtown Alpharetta is leaving. The landmark at the corner of Milton Avenue and Canton Street was acquired by the city in July. City officials have determined that "The A" is in a condition that prevents repainting and repairing. The City Council has asked the Alpharetta Arts Commission to bring forward a recommendation on what could replace "The A." What do you think should go in its place? (City of Alpharetta)
2. Fulton County needs to fill 2,000 election worker positions. The positions are necessary to staff 36 polling locations for the advanced voting period and for more than 240 locations on general election day, which is Nov. 8. Poll managers are paid $400 for election day, assistant managers are paid $300, and clerks are paid $275. Advance voting poll workers are paid between $17 per hour and $21 per hour. To see job requirements and to apply, click the link. (CBS 46 News)
3. Are you looking for a home? Patch found these five houses that could be your next place to live. A home on Kilmington Court in Alpharetta is listed for $355,000. It has 1,218 square feet of space, two bedrooms, and three bathrooms. Another home in Alpharetta has been listed for $510,000. It has 1,802 square feet of space, three bedrooms, and three bathrooms. Click the link to see all five listings. (Alpharetta-Milton Patch)
4. The Atlanta City Council passed an agreement to lease 700 city detention center beds to Fulton County on Monday. Residents, activists, and council members engaged in a passionate debate over whether to lease the bed spaces to Fulton County. Jail overcrowding continues to be a serious issue in Fulton County. During her tenure as Mayor, Keisha Lance Bottoms had sought to close the city detention center and repurpose it into a community resource center. Click the link to read more about the agreement. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
5. Ready to write a novel for the library? The Fulton County Library System has released its quarterly patron survey, so now's your chance. The two-minute survey will determine future programs and services across the county, including in Alpharetta and Milton. There is also a limited public forum for residents to offer their opinions, but participants are asked to be "respectful and on-topic." (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• Colors of India at Alpharetta Arts Center (8:30 AM)
• Well Played at Jason's Deli (6:00 PM)
• Doug Easterly at Wild Wing Cafe (7:00 PM)
• Play Wednesdays at CRU Lounge Alpharetta (7:00 PM)
• Fluorescent Forest at Painting With A Twist (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Did you know that Milton's city hall was partly built with repurposed barn wood from around Milton? The city's dedication to its history gives the city hall a beautiful rustic feel. Click the link to see photos of the wood in action. (City of Milton, Georgia via Instagram)
• Fulton County Library System is looking for people to join its book club! The club reads one book per month and usually meets on the last Monday of the month. (Fulton County Library System via Facebook)
• Alpharetta's Brew Moon Fest is calling your name. Billed as "the ultimate street party," it will feature beers from Jekyll Brewing, music from BJ Wilbanks, and local food. Click the link to register. (City of Alpharetta Recreation, Parks, Cultural Services via Facebook)

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— 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.