🌱 More On The Tax Rate Increase + Suspect Charged In Shooting

Hey, everybody! It's Thursday in Roswell and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in the community today. Today's issue includes news about...

• Local high school receives Blue Ribbon status.
• Popular Cuban eatery opens in Roswell later this month.
• Road closure today for Alive in Roswell.

But first, today's weather: An overall nice day with partial sunshine. High: 81 Low: 62.

Here are the top stories today in Roswell:

1. Downtown Roswell will be the place that the first full-service location of popular Cuban sandwich shop, Cubanos ATL, is located. The eatery is known for their Cuban sandwiches, but they hope that their expanded menu of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, will be well received by the Roswell community. The owner of Cubanos ATL, Ozzy Llanes, is a native of Cuba; he moved from Miami to Atlanta over 10 years ago. He opened his first location of Cubanos ATL in metro Atlanta during the pandemic. The new Roswell location is set to open in downtown on Sept. 20. (Eater Atlanta)
2. The increase to the property tax rate was approved by the city council at the meeting on Sept. 18. The "higher debt service on voter-approved bonds" that were issued by the city for major municipal projects caused the need to raise the millage rate. The rate will be increased from 4.463 to 4.949 mills. "The tax rate increase was buffered by a rise in property values," per Roswell Councilwoman Christine Hall. Georgia state law requires a second hearing to be conducted. That hearing is scheduled for Sept. 25. (Appen Media)
3. Roswell's Blessed Trinity High Catholic School has been acknowledged by the United States Department of Education as a National Blue Ribbon School. Schools throughout the nation are recognized for its academic performance or their development in closing achievement gaps. Blessed Trinity was nominated for Blue Ribbon status by the Council for American Private Education; this group nominates Catholic and other private schools to the Department of Education for consideration. “The honorees for our 2023 National Blue Ribbon Schools Award have set a national example for what it means to raise the bar in education,” U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona said. Over 300 schools from around the U.S. received this prestigious status this year. (Newsbreak)
4. Roswell police have arrested Derrick Washington, the 23-year-old suspect in the shooting that occurred on Sept. 1 outside a residence on Barrington Drive. Police were called to the scene after receiving multiple calls regarding gunshots in the area. Responding officers located a man who had been shot in the arm. Washington was later located by authorities and taken into custody. He has been charged with aggravated assault and is in custody under a $25,000 bond at the Fulton County Jail. (Appen Media)

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Today in Roswell:

Thursday, September 21

• Storytime with Ms. Peggy — Roswell Library (10:30 AM)
• Alive in Roswell — Historic Canton Street (5:00 PM)
• Muc-Off Wash, Degrease and Lube Clinic — Roswell Bicycles (6:00 PM)
• Orin Swift Cellars Wine Dinner — The Mill Kitchen & Bar (6:30 PM)
• Live Music w/ Lynnay Della Luce — Chaplin's Bar and Grill (7:00 PM)
• Trivia Night — Chicago's Restaurant (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Roswell Inc: Sunny and Raney's new edition, Partly Sunny, has officially opened. The Roswell Inc team joined them for their official ribbon-cutting ceremony earlier this month. The proceeds from their sales helps enhance the lives of children with special needs. (Roswell Inc via Facebook)
• Alive In Roswell: Alive In Roswell is this evening. Be prepared for increased traffic due to the scheduled road closures in the downtown area. Closures will begin at 2 p.m. The city will keep access to the Historic Roswell Antique and Interiors from 2-5 p.m. (Alive In Roswell via Instagram)
• City of Roswell, Georgia Cultural Arts: There are still tickets left for the Atlanta Vocal Project's new show, "Hot Time in the City." This renowned group of local singers is coming to the Cultural Arts Center on Saturday, Sept. 30. Tickets can be purchased via telephone, or on the Roswell Cultural Arts Center's website. (City of Roswell, Georgia Cultural Arts via Facebook)
• City of Roswell, Georgia: The City of Roswell will share information about the design of their City Hall Trails project at their table at during Alive in Roswell today. They will be located at the corner of Elizabeth Way and Canton Street. Those who stop by will be able to ask questions and give their opinions about the project. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Instagram)
• City of Roswell, Georgia Recreation, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs: From Friday, Sept. 22, until Friday, Nov. 17, Roswell Town Square will be closed for repairs. Improvements to the lighting, fountain, walkways, and more improvements will be made during this time. (City of Roswell, Georgia Recreation, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs via Facebook)
• Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market (Roswell FAM): Another vendor has joined the Roswell FAM family. Moonlight Green specializes in crafting and gardening. They will be selling their vegetable seedlings, freeze dried fruit and candy, produce, raised garden beds, and artisan gifts in the market this Saturday. (Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market via Instagram)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you around.

— 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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