🌱 Woman Shot On Cheshire Bridge Rd + Botica, Pasha Open Christmas Day

Hello, neighbors! Today, we look around the house for National Re-Gifting Day! It's Thursday in Buckhead, and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know that's happening in our community today. Today's issue includes:

• 👮 The arrest of a business burglary suspect
• 🤔 The opportunity to weigh in on zoning changes
• 🤝 Respite Care Atlanta’s work

🌥️ But first, today's weather:

Cloudy. High: 51 Low: 9.

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⛽ Three of the Cheapest Gas Stations Around Buckhead

• RaceTrac at 2429 Bolton Rd NW, $2.79
• QuikTrip at 761 Sidney Marcus Blvd NE, $2.85
• ARCO at 3861 Roswell Rd NE, $3.15

⏰ New Year’s Resolutions Poll! 🎶
According to Forbes, only 8% of people making New Year’s resolutions actually achieve them. Even so, the experts suggest making resolutions because they encourage intentionality, optimism, and a positive effect on others. So, what are your resolutions for 2023? So far, 21.1% intend to meet new people or interact more with current friends. Letting go of negativity is the goal for 15.8%, and 10.5% want to travel or experience something new. Another 26.3% want to live healthier, and the final 26.3% plan to embrace change.

📰 Here are the top stories today in Buckhead:

1. The Atlanta Police Department (APD) is investigating a shooting at 1769 Cheshire Bridge Road Northeast. The shooting happened Tuesday, close to 6:10 a.m. When officers arrived, they found a woman with a gunshot wound. Reportedly, “the victim was involved in a dispute earlier with two males that escalated to her using pepper spray.” She called the APD and reported them. When she saw the men again, she told them of the report she filed and wanted to drive away “when she heard multiple shots being fired and realized she was struck.” (APD)
2. Did police catch the prolific "Peachtree Street Business Burglar"? We learned on Wednesday that earlier this month, an officer apprehended a 59-year-old suspect who was responsible for a burglary nearby. The suspect went to the Fulton County Jail. It’s interesting to note that he has “32 previous arrest cycles, including charges of robbery, obstruction, theft, parole and probation violations and more than 30 previous burglary charges.” (Atlanta Police Department)
3. Could your neighborhood be affected by string zoning? A year ago, there was talk about increasing density in residential areas. “The proposed ordinances, criticized by residents and neighborhood groups, died in committee.” Last week, we read that string zoning is being considered. “It's important that we have the tools we need to be able to implement the plans that we have,” the planning commissioner said. Drafting time for the new ordinance is early 2023, and if you want a seat at the table, attend meetings held on January 17, February 28 and April 13. (Atlanta Business Chronicle)
4. Respite Care Atlanta at Second Ponce de Leon Baptist Church’s youth center is in the news! As of Tuesday, volunteers work with 22 members who struggle with “early to mid-stage dementia or cognitive disorder.” If we have piqued your idea in volunteering at the location, the organization would love to hear from you. Whether you have one hour or several, there is always something to do. (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution/paywall)
5. Where can you get a bite to eat on Christmas? Botica at 1820 Peachtree Road Northwest will welcome guests on Christmas Day. The eatery will be “serving its regular menu of delightful brunch and lunch dishes, as well as tasty cocktails.” Another option is Pasha at 631 Miami Circle Northeast. This one’s a great option for Christmas Day dinner with “Mediterranean dishes and amazing cocktails.” (Access Atlanta)

📆 Today in Buckhead:

• Lily’s Restaurant & Lounge hosts Happy Hour (5 PM)
• The Goddess Within Workshop at The Pinnacle Building (5 PM)
• Off The Chain Thursday at the Atlanta Blockchain Center (6 PM)
• Cooking Class at Le Bon Nosh (6:30 PM)
• Team Trivia at Smith's Olde Bar (7 PM)

📓 From my notebook:

• "APD's Santa Cop took place on Friday, December 16, 2022. Officers joined children enrolled in the PAL program at the Hard Rock Cafe for breakfast, and then they traveled to Target where they got an early start to Christmas!" (City of Atlanta Police Department via Facebook)
• "We want to thank our cycling instructors for the priceless bicycle safety training they have provided to over 500 people this year! 🙏 🎉 -- We are currently working on our curriculum for online classes — keep an eye out for those classes." (Propel ATL via Instagram)
• "⌛️Atlanta, you have until Sunday, January 1 to take advantage of FLOAT. This Atlanta Department of Watershed Management program helps single-family households with past-due water bills." (City of Atlanta Government via Facebook)
• "The Programs and Events Committee is assembling some outstanding programs and events for 2023. Do you have suggestions for topics or speakers you would like to hear? Contact RWaterhouse@BuckheadHeritage.com or 404.467.9447." (Buckhead Heritage Society via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. See you all tomorrow for another 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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