🌱 Free Alzheimer's Conference + LGBTQ Film Festival Accepting Apps

Hello, hello! Lauren Kubiak here with your fresh copy of the Atlanta Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days, including updates on:

• A teen suspect has been identified for the recent Atlanta double shooting.
• The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is hosting a free Alzheimer’s conference in March.
• Secureworks, an Atlanta cybersecurity company, plans to lay off workers amid economic concerns.

But first, today's weather:

Mild; cloudy, then some sun. High: 68 Low: 57.

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Here are the top stories today in Atlanta:

1. A teen suspect has been accused of the Atlanta double shooting that took place late Monday afternoon in the 3200 block of Saville Street. A man is dead and a woman is injured after being shot around 5 p.m. as the result of an altercation between juveniles. Police said the man was pronounced dead at the scene. The suspect is 15 years old and is at large, according to Channel 2. (Atlanta Patch)
2. A free Alzheimer's conference is coming to Atlanta next month. The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is hosting the conference in March to provide information, tools, and support for families facing Alzheimer’s. The Mar. 15 conference at the Miller-Ward Alumni House at Emory University will feature experts in brain health, caregiving, and elder law, as well as memory screenings that could signal whether an additional check-up by a healthcare provider for Alzheimer’s and other dementias is needed. (Subscription: The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
3. A major Atlanta cybersecurity company plans to lay off workers. This decision was reportedly made during a period of economic uncertainty. CEO of Secureworks, the cybersecurity company, Wendy Thomas says its path to profitability will be achieved partly by cutting spending. (The Business Journals)
4. Atlanta plans to return $10 million in emergency rental assistance to the federal government after the money wasn’t provided to residents in need before the December 2022 deadline. The money was intended to assist with housing costs during the pandemic. (Subscription: The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
   
5. Out On Film, Atlanta’s LGBTQ Film Festival, is accepting submissions following another accomplished year. Its 36th edition will take place on Sep. 21 through Oct. 1. (Georgia Voice)

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Today in Atlanta:

• New Worlds: Georgia Women To Watch At Atlanta Contemporary Arts Center (12:00 PM)
• ATL Jam Session At Apache LXR (6:00 PM)
• Dave Mason At City Winery Atlanta (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for something to do on Valentine's Day in the Atlanta area? Check out these pop-up restaurants that are perfect for Cupid’s holiday. (Subscription: The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
• Atlanta Botanical Garden is wishing a congratulations to Emma and Evan on their Garden engagement! The Atlanta Botanical Garden is a great spot for first dates to proposals, and they are are honored to be a part of the couple's love story. (Atlanta Botanical Garden via Facebook)
• Atlanta Public Schools recently announced a collaboration with Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport announced the ATL Apprenticeship Program. The new initiative will offer training and advancement opportunities to our students in the school system. (Atlanta Public Schools via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday. See you all soon for another update!

— Lauren Kubiak

About me: Lauren is a freelance copywriter for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor’s Degree in journalism. She is a full-time editor at an association management firm, editing peer-reviewed nursing journals, textbooks, and newsletters.