🌱 Atlanta Mayor's Race Heats Up + Lamborghini Death Investigated

Rise and shine, Buckhead! Let's get you all caught up to start this Wednesday, October 13 off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know today in Buckhead.

First, today's weather:

Humid with partial sunshine. High: 80 Low: 61.

Here are the top stories in Buckhead today:

1. State politics fuel Atlanta Press Club mayor candidate debate as early voters cast ballots (Georgia Recorder)
2. 'I can't get my daughter back': Woman dies after being ejected from Lamborghini in Buckhead (FOX 5 Atlanta)
3. Issues in the Atlanta mayor's race: What do voters in Atlanta neighborhoods want? (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
4. Quick Bites: Lyla Lila makes NYT list, new eats at MBS, Atlanta Chili Cook-Off (Reporter Newspapers)
5. $18.1 Million: Buckhead Home Sets New Georgia Sales Record (Buckhead.com)

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Today in Buckhead:

Buckhead Patch Notebook

• City of Atlanta Police Department: "APD Zone 2 Officers Quick Thinking and Tactical Response Prevent DUI Driver from Causing Mayhem on Howell Mill Rd. We know it sounds cliché when someone says “not all heroes wear capes” but there is nothing cliché’ about actual heroism. ..." (Facebook)
• City of Atlanta Police Department: "APD REMEMBERS Police Officer John Sowa was shot and killed as he and another officer responded to a domestic violence call at an apartment complex at 2430 Morosgo Way at approximately 9:45 pm on October 12, 1997. He and his partner were ..." (Facebook)
• Buckhead Village District: "@interiordefine is coming to Buckhead Village, bringing you that much closer to the sofa of your dreams. Can't wait? Don't worry, they have a pop-up shop open now so you can get a taste of what it's like to design your own furniture with..." (Instagram)
• Atlanta BeltLine: "The Atlanta BeltLine Partnership and Atlanta Legal Aid are partnering to bring you a free, informational webinar on how you can protect your home by identifying and understanding common home scams. Topics will cover equity theft, home fr..." (Facebook)
• Livable Buckhead: "The Buckhead Community Improvement District's Piedmont Road Complete Street project from Peachtree Road to Lenox Road will add a 10- to 12-foot-wide multi-use path and calm traffic. Construction will begin in early 2022. Learn more about..." (Facebook)
• Buckhead Heritage Society: "The city was all abuzz when the fire bell arrived in 1867. It was named for the woman who raised the most money to buy the bell. It still stands today. Find out where. #atlanta #history" (Facebook)
• Buckhead Theatre: "JUST ANNOUNCED: Girl With No Job comes to Buckhead Theatre in Atlanta on March 10! Tickets on sale Friday, October 15 at 12pm. For more info, head to: https://bit.ly/3v3JzHd" (Facebook)
• Buckhead Community Improvement District: "Did you know that 40% of crimes in #Buckhead are vehicle break-ins? To help curb these crimes, never leave your keys in your vehicle, never leave your vehicle running unattended and hide or take all valuables. https://livablebuckhead.com..." (Facebook)
• Buckhead Theatre: "24kgoldn officially released the long-awaited single “Prada” featuring Lil Tecca – now available on all streaming platforms. Check out the official video on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ALW5MR 😝 See 24kgoldn LIVE at Buckhead Theatre on Satu..." (Facebook)

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— Marcus K. Garner

Focusing on local stories has always been my lens to open a broader view of our society and our country. Contact me at marcus.garner@patch.com, or at 404-590-7114.

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