🌱 Beeson To Be Sworn-In + Gunshot At Roswell Residence + Roswell Inc

Hello, neighbors! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through all the most important things happening locally. Today's issue includes updates on...

• Is Roswell, the coldest place in GA?
• A fire department receives a record-breaking call volume.
• 2022 GACA All-Star game participants

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy. High: 59 Low: 53.

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Here are the top three stories in Roswell today:

1. On December 21, Roswell Police responded to a call from a resident on Roswell Creek Circle who reported gunshots fired into their home. The resident reported that after hearing "a loud bang" coming from the bathroom area, the bathroom mirror was found to be shattered. A hole was also in the wall which appeared to have come from the apartment on the opposite side of the shared wall. Police investigated the scene and found damage to the bathroom, signs that a bullet ricocheted around the room and a bullet in the wall. Police officers did speak with the occupants of the neighboring apartment. No further action was taken by police. (appenmedia.com)
2. Would you have guessed that Roswell is the coldest place in Georgia? Roswell has an average maximum temperature of 63 degrees. Although in the summer, Roswell can reach 91 degrees, the average annual temperature is 64 degrees. This average annual temperature includes both summer and winter temperatures. A-zanimals.com noted our city as "the coldest place in Georgia" and detailed its history, ecology, wildlife and the culture. (a-z-animals.com)
3. Ethan Nation is a high school senior and a high defensive back from Roswell. He is one of the main prospects that the University of Nebraska is considering to play in its 2023 cycle. Nation was vetted by the school's athletic department and visited the university on the weekend of December 16. Nation is also a two-way player for one of Georgia's top high school programs. He has a record of 14 receiving scores and 12 interceptions over the last three seasons. A decision will be made at the Under Armour All-American game on Jan. 2. (247sports.com)

Today in Roswell:

• Countdown to Noon Year's Eve Party - Roswell Senior Center (10:00 AM)
• Two Day Winter Break Clay Class - Art Center at East Roswell Park (10:00 AM)
• Georgia Nature Photographers Association – Chattahoochee Nature Center (10:00 AM)
• "Angel Bar" Christmas Pop-up Bar - From the Earth Brewing (4:00 PM)
• Friday Night Live Music - Lola's Burger and Tequila Bar (6:00 PM)
• Concert of Prayer - Zion Missionary Baptist Church (7:00 PM)
• Band X Live - Houck's Grille (8:00 PM)
• Mike Veal Band Live - Rock N' Taco (9:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Blessed Trinity Athletics: Two Blessed Trinity Titans will be participating in the 2022 GACA All-Star games for football and flag football. Sophomore Bryce Lewis and Senior Kathryn McCabe will represent Blessed trinity HS at this event. (Blessed Trinity Athletics via Twitter)
• City of Roswell, Georgia: At the upcoming Mayor and City Council Meeting on Monday, Jan. 9, there will be a public swearing-in ceremony for Sarah Beeson. Councilmember Beeson was elected to Post 1 seat in the December 6 run-off election. Beeson has already signed her Oath of Office on Monday, December 12, and has been acting in her official position since that time. (City of Roswell, Georgia via Instagram)
• Roswell Inc: Roswell Inc. is has free resources for businesses and business owners in Roswell. The team can assist businesses with interacting with government entities, regulatory approvals, business licensing, code regulations and permitting. Roswell Inc. works to help Roswell businesses open and/or complete projects in a timely manner. (Roswell Inc via Facebook)
• Roswell Fire Department: The Roswell FD and the 911 Center were extremely busy during last weekend's deep freeze. The city's 911 Center received five-times their normal call volume due to effects from the Artic blast. On December 24 and 25, there were almost 300 calls made to the department to report structure fires, medical emergencies, and numerous fire alarm and calls regarding burst piping. (Roswell Fire Department via Instagram)

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Events:

• Frybaby ATL - Food Truck @ Gate City Brewing Company (December 31)
• New Year's Eve at Gate City Brewing Company (December 31)
• 2023 New Year Celebration with JUSTIN at Rock N' Taco Roswell (December 31)
• New Years Eve Celebration w/ Voodoo Visionary at From The Earth Brewing (8:00 PM)
• Yin Yoga at Many Paths Wellness (January 1)
• Deni Live at at The Vick (January 1)
• New Years Day Cacao Ceremony and Yoga (January 1)
• Alcoholic Beverage License Board Public Hearing (January 5)
• Georgia Ensemble Theater Presents Women in Jeopardy (January 5)
• Roswell Youth Theatre: The Music Man Jr and The Music Man Kids Auditions (January 9)
• Free ESL Classes at the Roswell Library (January 9)
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You're all caught up for today! See you all tomorrow morning for another update.

— Jessica Griffin

About me: My name is Jessica Griffin and I am a native of Roswell, Georgia. I have been in the Roswell-Alpharetta community for over 30 years. As a native "Roswellian", I embody, participate, and support all things local. Community is at the core of all of us, and I aim to convey the collectiveness and unity that should be promoted and celebrated throughout our community. Being a mother, a writer, a student of history, and the arts are my passions.

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