🌱 Roswell Man Missing + Health And Wellness Expo + Issuance Of Bonds

Hi all. It's me, Jessica Griffin, your host of the Roswell Patch newsletter — here to impart all the most important things happening locally. Including news on:

• Come to the Drinking Water Festival.
• Here are brief highlights from Monday's council meetings.
• Volunteer with your own project for The Great American Cleanup event.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Pleasant with clouds and sun. High: 78 Low: 57.
• Sunday: A shower and thunderstorm. High: 69 Low: 46.

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Here are the top three stories in Roswell today:

1. There will be an upcoming wellness day for the entire community that will be hosted by the City of Roswell. The Family Health & Wellness Expo will take place on Saturday, May 13 at Riverside Park. The day will be filled with fitness demonstrations, live music, samples from healthcare professionals, free health screenings and plenty of activities. This day is not only an opportunity to push the message of the importance of community health and wellness, but it's also a way to give local families a way to meet local health professionals. There is still time for healthcare professionals and businesses in the city to apply to become a vendor. (roswellgov.com)
2. The Roswell Police Department is currently searching for a 25-year old male who went missing on the evening of Thursday, April 27. They are asking the community to be on the lookout for Ross Kirila, who was last seen around 8:00 PM at his home on Spring Drive in Roswell. Police believe that he left his home on foot and did not take his telephone or wallet. Anyone with any information regarding the missing man is asked to call Detective McGinniss at the Roswell Police Department. (11alive.com)
3. The most recent Roswell Mayor and City Council meeting took place on Monday, April 24, at City Hall. Some of the major highlights from the meeting was a presentation given by Senator Albers and Representative Silcox that gave an overview of the legislative session to the mayor, the council and the meeting's attendees. The council also approved text amendments regarding the installation of screening walls and fences on residential properties and the distance requirements between a main residence and a carriage house. The council also voted to commence with the first issuance of bonds that were approved in November's election. Senior Airman Joseph Crowley and Staff Sergeant Donna Crowley were also declared Esteemed Veterans of Roswell at Monday's meeting. (roswellgov.com)

Today and tomorrow in Roswell:

Saturday, April 29

• Free Fitness in the Park: Pilates - Riverside Park (9:00 AM)
• Individual Healing Sessions w/ Raye Andrews - The Well of Roswell (11:30 AM)
• Writers and Their Typewriters - Roswell Library (12:00 PM)
• Pretty Pops Goes to the Fair Storytime - East Roswell Library (12:00 PM)
• Live Music w/ Jason Pomar - Standard at Roswell (1:00 PM)
• Learn How to Make Your Own Cleaning Products -East Roswell Library (2:30 PM)
• Are You Ready to Self-Publish? - East Roswell Library (2:30 PM)
• Yu-Gi-Oh! Cyberstorm Access Premiere! Event - Caffeinated Gamers (4:00 PM)
• Acoustic set w/ Jordan Thorne - Rock N' Taco Roswell (6:00 PM)
• Seven Son's Rocks Lucky's Live - Lucky's Burger and Brew (6:00 PM)
• Live Music w/ Reed Waddle - Wegman's Bayou Louisiana Kitchen (6:00 PM)
• Noël Wan Harp Recital - First Baptist Roswell (7:00 PM)
• Nervous Ticks in Concert - Northbrook United Methodist Church (7:30 PM)
• TRIBUTE: A Celebration of The Allman Brothers Band - From the Earth Brewing (8:00 PM)
• Radio 80's Live! - Rock N' Taco Roswell (9:30 PM)

Sunday, April 30

• Bike Roswell! Mayor's Ride - Roswell City Hall (8:00 AM)
• BlairOutLoud SOLO - Big Oak Tavern (12:00 PM)
• Free Community Training Event - First Baptist Roswell (4:00 PM)
• Song of Atlanta Chorus: Unleash Your Superhero - Roswell Cultural Arts Center (4:00 PM)
• Meet Your Guides - The Well of Roswell (10:30 AM)
• Roswell Moves: an Open Streets Event - Canton St. (11:00 AM)
• Getting Tipsy for Tara - Deep Roots Wine Market (4:00 PM)
• Battle of the Bands Benefiting Rock for Rescues - Lucky's Burger and Brew (4:00 PM)
• King Baby, Mosier Brothers, and Friends - From the Earth Brewing (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: The City of Roswell's staff member, Andra, was shouted out for being the Employee of the Month during the month of February . Anda has been working for and has been an integral part of City of Roswell for more than 19 years. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Facebook)
• Communications Manager Karen Zitomer, City of Roswell: Roswell has approved the First Issuance of Bond Funds in order to start on Transformational Projects. They are beginning with the first allotment of $86.2 million, out of the $179.6 million total that was approved by voters in November's election. (Nextdoor)
• Roswell, Georgia Fire Department: Fire Chief Joe Pennino gave a lesson on the Big 5 Leadership traits to local leaders, and the Roswell Fire and Police Departments on Public Safety Day. The firefighters also sharpened their skills of using a fire extinguisher. (Roswell, Georgia Fire Department via Facebook)
• City of Roswell, Georgia: The Drinking Water Festival is going down on Saturday, May 6. There will be activities that will offer fun and exciting ways for participants to learn about the city's water utility. The City of Roswell shared a video from last year's festival so you can "see the fun up close."
  (City of Roswell, Georgia via Instagram)
• Keep Roswell Beautiful: Keep Roswell Beautiful has made it easier than ever for residents to volunteer and get involved in The Great American Cleanup. Those who are interested in volunteering can go to the Volunteer Roswell website to sign-up. You will receive the supplies needed to complete your personal cleanup project. Lastly, take pictures of your work, and report what you have collected. (Keep Roswell Beautiful via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday. See you all soon 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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