🌱 May Opening For Carmel + Atlanta Public Safety Training Center News

Hello again, everybody! Daylight Saving Time begins today; did you remember to set your clocks ahead an hour? I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new edition of the Buckhead Patch newsletter. Come along to find out the most important things going on around town. Today we'll cover:

• 🪧 Protest at Norfolk Southern’s headquarters
• 🤔 Autopsy questions self-defense claim
• 🤝 More leases for the Buckhead’s Lenox Center

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• EZ Mart at 1535 Chattahoochee Ave NW, $3.25
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😋 Fair Food Poll!
Fair food is the ultimate cheat meal. Although we all know it’s unhealthy, everyone has a guilty pleasure. Which is your favorite? So far, 34.3% love funnel cake, 20% look forward to candy apples, 11.5% munch on corndogs, and 8.6% reach for guacamole. 5.7% each either eat cotton candy, tri-tip sandwiches, or cheesecake. Finally, 2.9% each favor guacamole with cheese, fried cheese curds, or pork chop on a stick.

📰 Here are the top stories today in Buckhead:

1. Were you caught up in Saturday’s demonstration at the corner of Ponce de Leon Avenue and West Peachtree Street? Protesters held a rally at the building housing Norfolk Southern’s headquarters. They did so to demand better “work conditions for rail workers,” a willingness to stop lobbying efforts against safety regulations, and full compensation of Palestine, Ohio residents. (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution/paywall)
2. Atlanta Public Safety Training Center update: Another protest took place on Friday. This one opposed so-called Cop City, and involved protesters trying to connect with people inside of businesses. They were turned away by lobby security of Peachtree Road’s Equitable building when trying to visit the offices of the Atlanta BeltLine. They must have had better luck at the FlatironCity Building, “where they went inside and never came out.” However, building security “denied protesters were ever inside the multistory building.” (WSB-TV)
3. In related news, the 26-year-old protester who was reportedly killed in self-defense by a state trooper may have had “exit wounds in both palms” of his hands, suggesting he was “probably in a seated position, cross-legged when killed” on January 18. On Monday, attorneys for the family intend to release the full autopsy report. (NPR)
4. The property management company in charge of Buckhead’s Lenox Center at 3355 Lenox Road is doing well! They inked two new leases. One is for DMG Worldwide, which will take up a 1,994-square-foot space. The other newcomer is Kimbrough Law, which agreed to three years for a 4,386-square-foot space. Existing tenant Atlanta Institute of Language signed a three-year lease extension. The TLC Butterfly Effect Spa & Academy is expanding its space in the building. (Connect CRE)
5. When will Carmel at 3009 Bolling Way finally open? Buckhead Village patrons have been teased for a couple of years, but it appears that a projected opening for May could be in the works. Insiders blame “delays in construction and permitting” for the wait. (Atlanta Eater)

📆 Today in Buckhead:

• Trinity Anglican Church welcomes children and youths for Baptism Class (12:30 PM)
• Eclipse di Luna hosts a Brunch Painting Class (1 PM)
• Attend the inaugural DNA Diamond Ball at the Thompson Buckhead (4 PM)
• It's time for Napkin Wars at the Sports Bar Atlanta (7 PM)
• See Steel Panther perform the "On The Prowl" Tour at the Buckhead Theatre (7:30 PM)

🖊️ From my notebook:

• "The streets of Midtown Atlanta were filled with families, friends, and fun festivities for the St. Patrick’s Parade. Members of the APD were proud to be a part of this exciting event." (City of Atlanta Police Department via Facebook)
• "We thank the men and women of the City of Atlanta Police Department for their efforts this week – and every day – to keep our communities safe. Mayor Andre Dickens stopped by an APD Roll Call to greet and thank some of the officers." (City of Atlanta Government via Facebook)
• "ICYMI - Friday, local faith leaders gathered at City Hall to speak out against the violent demonstrations at the planned site of the Public Safety Training Center. They also called for more community involvement in the project." (City of Atlanta Government via Facebook)
• "Ponce City Market welcomes a BØRN BABY Spring pop-up, housed in an outdoor kiosk in the courtyard. The pop-up will feature curated apparel — in sizes newborn to age 3— as well as accessories and gifts. BØRN BABY at Ponce City Market brings guest brands from all over the world. The Ponce City Market shop will carry unique pieces specifically selected for the location." (Rough Draft Atlanta)

🏡 What are homes selling for these days in Buckhead?

• Median Listing Home Price $715K
• Median Listing Home Price/Square Foot $340
• Median Sold Home Price $435K

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• 3wk East Coast Swing Dance Class, Atlanta, Starts March 13th (March 13)
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Alrighty, you're all good for today. I'll see you back in your inbox Tuesday with a new update!

— Sylvia Cochran

About me: Sylvia Cochran works out of sunny Southern California and has been freelance writing full-time since 2005. She loves dogs, cats, books, plays Best Fiends (don't judge), embraces social justice, and tries to live out Micah 6:8.

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