🌱 Prevent Stolen Packages + Sign-Up For Citizens Government Academy

Hello! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Alpharetta-Milton Daily. Keep reading to find out the most important things going on in town these days, including updates on...

• How to prevent packages from being stolen
• Sign-up for Milton Citizens Government Academy
• Election Day next week
• Politicians campaigning for the U.S. Senate runoff election

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy with showers around. High: 61 Low: 34.

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Here are the top stories today in Alpharetta-Milton:

1. Many of us are having packages delivered during this holiday season. It's important to make sure they aren't stolen from outside of your home. There are some easy measures that you can take to help prevent that from happening. Take advantage of package tracking, ask for signature upon delivery, install a video doorbell and place a sign outside saying that you have a home security system. (Alpharetta Department of Public Safety via Facebook)
2. Are you interested in learning more about the Milton City government? You can do so by enrolling in the Milton Citizens Government Academy. It starts on Jan. 24 and has eight sessions on Tuesday evenings at different city-owned facilities. You'll learn about first responders, permitting, zoning planning and much more. You can apply by going to www.miltonga.gov/CGA. Applications are due by Jan. 9, 2023. If you have questions or want more information, email Parks and Recreation Director Tom McKlveen at tom.mcklveen@miltonga.gov. (City of Milton)
3. Early voting for the Georgia Senate runoff election has ended. If you haven't already voted, you can do so on Election Day, which is Tuesday, Dec. 6. You must vote at your assigned precinct location that day. Here's a link to find yours: https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/. The Milton Library and other libraries that serve as Election Day polling sites will be closed for everything but voting on Dec. 6 as well. (Election)
4. Due to the upcoming runoff election, many prominent politicians are visiting Georgia to promote their candidate. U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham was in Cherokee County to promote Herschel Walker, while Former President Barack Obama campaigned in Atlanta to support Sen. Raphael Warnock. “Since the last time I was here Mr. Walker has been talking about issues that are of great importance to the people of Georgia, like whether it’s better to be a vampire or a werewolf,” joked Obama about Walker’s recent comments. “This was a debate that I must confess that I once had myself — when I was seven.” At a rally with Walker in Woodstock, Graham said he also had another question for Georgians. “Why in the hell would you send Warnock to Washington to undercut everything Kemp is doing in Atlanta? That’s what’s at stake here,” said Graham. (WSB-TV)

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

1. Gallery exhibit by Nan Griffith at the Alpharetta Arts Center, 238 Canton St. (10:00 AM)
2. BOOK SALE at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (10:00 AM)
3. Avalon on Ice at the Alpharetta Avalon, 400 Avalon Blvd. (10:00 AM)
4. 3-hour Salsa Boot Camp Atlanta at Ballroom Impact Atlanta, 1425 Market Blvd. in Roswell (12:15 PM)
5. Roswell Dance Theatre's "The Nutcracker" at Byers Theatre at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center, 1 Galambos Way in Sandy Springs (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Mark your calendar for pancakes with Santa hosted by Milton firefighters. It will take place next Saturday, Dec. 10 at Milton Fire Station 44 from 8-10 a.m. This is a free event and registration isn't required. If possible, please bring a toy or other type of gift to donate to North Fulton Charities. (City of Milton)
• Are you interested in being a volunteer youth basketball coach? The Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA could use your help! It is a great opportunity to help kids gain positive values and promote sportsmanship. There is one practice per week and games are on Saturdays. Here is a link to apply https://bit.ly/3VINQMh (YMCA)
• The Alpharetta Fire Department recently met with students and teachers at the Alpharetta Christian Academy. They discussed what to do in case of a fire and how to get outside safely. The children also heard the fire alarms go off and learned what it's like to be in a room with smoke The firefighters put on their gear so the kids could see what they look like. (Alpharetta Department of Public Safety via Facebook)

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Events:

• Big Psychic Fair (December 3)
• Christmas Photos & Activities in Store this Saturday, Dec. 3! (December 3)
• 3hr Bachata Boot Camp Atlanta Saturday, Dec. 3 (December 3)
• Thomas Arvid Annual Holiday Show (December 3)
• Dinner & Latin Night Atlanta @ Tonys Johns Creek Saturday, Dec. 3 (December 3)
• Chanukah & Holiday Bazaar (December 4)
• Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra — A Kids' Christmas (December 17)
• Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra — Christmas Pops! (December 17)
• Atlanta New Years Eve Dinner & Dance Party @ Hilton Atlanta Northeast Dec. 31, 2022 (December 31)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday off right! See you tomorrow morning for another update.

— Gail Lafleche

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