🌱Roswell Structural Fire + Retired Couple Robbed + Oxbo Road Update

Good morning, neighbors! It's me, Jessica Griffin, your host of the Roswell Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town. In today's issue of the Daily, you'll find these stories and more...

• National Vote Early Weekend
• Roswell Solid Waste drop-off site changes
• School Zone Redistricting

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Partly sunny and pleasant. High: 70 Low: 51.

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Here are the top stories today in Roswell:

1. A group of burglars posed as land surveyors and distracted a retired Roswell couple while robbing their home of valuables. The incident was reported by the couple to the Roswell Police Department on Thursday, October 20. They reported that two men came their home in the Willow Springs subdivision and stated that they were hired by the city to do a survey on their house. The men were wearing reflective vest and had walkie-talkies with them. The couple was asked to lead the men to the backyard to show them their property line and to wait for the arrival of a drone that would take video and measurements. According to the homeowners, "They sent another crew of one or two to search the house, and on the walkie-talkie he was asking, ‘How much more time do you need?’” The couple became suspicious, however, by the time police were called, the thieves had left. Valuable jewelry and family heirlooms were taken. The Roswell PD is currently investigating the crime and are looking for witnesses, video of the incident, and the car the suspects were driving.(wsbtv.com)
2. A team from Fulton County will be traveling around the county beginning today to promote its National Vote Early Weekend. October 28 is officially National Vote Early Day, which is a civic holiday that was founded by national nonprofits, businesses, election administrators, and influencers. Their goal is to make sure that all voters have the equipment, resources, and knowledge to cast an early ballot for the upcoming midterm election and future elections. Fulton County representatives will visit Roswell on Saturday, October 29. The team will be at two locations: 570 E. Crossville Rd. and 970 Mansell Rd. from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. (fultoncountyga.gov)
3. There was another structural fire in Roswell on Thursday, October 27. The Roswell Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire on Wildwood Springs Dr. in Roswell. The home lies between Indian Stream Trail and Flowing Spring Trail. Residents were asked to avoid this area while fire crews extinguished the flames. No injuries or fatalities were reported. A cause of the fire was not noted at this time. (facebook.com)
4. A large number of parents in North Fulton recently met at Alpharetta High School for a public meeting to discuss the redistricting plan proposed by the Fulton County School System. Their new attendance zoning maps will affect most schools in North Fulton. Officials from the school district say their proposed changes are necessity due to lingering imbalances between enrollment and capacity in North Fulton County elementary and middle schools. Many parents do not believe these decisions are being applied fairly and that the district is not considering the families who spent years of planning for, and will gravely impact families who moved to their current neighborhoods specifically for a targeted school for their students. The first read of the district's proposed plan will go before the board on November 8, and they will make their final action plan on December 15. (northfultontoday.com)

Today in Roswell:

• Mimosa Hall & Gardens Fourth Friday Outdoor Painting Class (10:00 AM)
• Roswell Public Safety's Trunk or Treat - Roswell City Hall (4:00 PM)
• Disco de Muertos - Gate City Brewing Company (6:00 PM)
• 37th Annual Halloween Hikes - Chattahoochee Nature Center (6:00 PM)
• Tracie & Paul Cassarino w/Special Guests - The Vick Koffee & Kocktails (6:30 PM)
• Roswell Halloween Photoshoot Class - Atlanta School of Photography (7:00 PM)
• Nightmare on Elm Street--10/28--Friday Fright Nights at Aurora Cineplex (7:30 PM)
• GET Presents The Turn of the Screw - Cultural Arts Center (8:00 PM)
• The 293 Band Live - Rock N' Taco (9:30 PM)
• Trick-or-Tequila - Rock N' Taco (9:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The City of Roswell Government: Mayor Wilson shared a video to give an update on the Oxbo Road Realignment Project. He gave updates on the construction and financial plan for the project. (The City of Roswell Government via Facebook)
• Visit Roswell: Rock N' Taco in Roswell recently won the "Golden Spatula Award" for receiving a 100 on its recent health inspection. Rock N' Taco's "report card" was also highlighted and featured on T.V. (Visit Roswell GA via Instagram)
• Friends of the Roswell Library: The Roswell Library just announced that registration is open for ART CLASS with Sharon Crumley. Sharon Crumley is a mixed-media artist and will teach an exiting mixed-media art project. (Friends of the Roswell Library via Facebook)
• The City of Roswell Government: The Roswell Solid Waste residential drop off location will be undergoing construction upgrades for the next couple of months. The site will be closed from October 29, 2022 until January 3, 2023. Residents cannot take of extra garbage or bulky items to this location during this time. (The City of Roswell Government via Twitter)
• Roswell High School: 16 student musicians from Roswell HS were inducted into the Tri-M (Modern Music Masters) Music Society. These students upheld musicianship, academic qualifications, and demonstrated leadership. (Roswell High School via Instagram)

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— 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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