🌱 Local Pride Events + New Youth Leadership Program Director

Hello again, everybody! It's me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Sandy Springs Daily. Here's all the local news you need to know right now.

But first, today's weather:

Nice with plenty of sun. High: 78 Low: 48.

Here are the top three stories today in Sandy Springs:

1. Atlanta is kicking off Atlanta Pride 2022 this week and Sandy Springs residents can get in on the celebrations. Noni's on Edgewood Avenue has often described itself as 'the second gayest bar on Edgewood;' accordingly, the Italian restaurant and bar has an assortment of fun Pride events to check out. Elsewhere Brewing on Grant Street is getting its groove on with Spice Girls drag night bingo - and the proceeds go to charity. Colony Square will be holding a wild and joyous Pride Kickoff Party on Friday. To learn more or find out about other Pride events in Atlanta, click the link. (Eater Atlanta)
2. Youth Leadership Sandy Springs has announced a new program director for the organization. Lori Peljovich has been named as the replacement for Linda Cahn, who served in the role for five years. Peljovich has a long-standing history with Sandy Springs, and is committed to promoting anti-bullying campaigns and techniques for children. She also serves as vice chair for the Anti-Defamation League Southeast. (Reporter Newspapers)
3. A suspect in a Roswell homicide is believed to have died in a pedestrian car crash in Sandy Springs. On Sunday, Rosa Evarista, 31, was found dead in her apartment from an apparent stab wound. The suspect, who has not been named, had left multiple apologetic and confessional messages to Evarista's family member. Police believe the suspect deliberately stepped in front of an oncoming semi-truck going westbound on I-285. (Reporter Newspapers)

Today in and around Sandy Springs:

• Window Down Wednesday At East Lake Park, Atlanta (6:00 PM)
• Live Music At The Select - Restaurant And Bar (7:00 PM)
• Wine Down Wednesdays At Kingston Grill, Forest Park (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Sandy Springs is turning into Spooky Springs this season! Young trick-or-treaters are in for a fun time with face painting, candy stations, food trucks, and more! (Visit Sandy Springs via Instagram)
• The construction on I-285 eastbound is changing traffic patterns, but never fear! The Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber is ready to give you the know-how to stay safe on the road and stay on time. (Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber via Facebook)
• Get ready for a music festival that will make you stand up and dance! The OneMusic Festival will be rocking out this weekend in Atlanta, with performances by Jazmine Sullivan, Rick Ross, Gucci Mane, and more! (Bands In Town)
• If you love to laugh, make a trip to Woodstock this weekend! The Back Hand Comedy Festival is a wildly popular and utterly hilarious event that will leave you rolling in the aisles. (Back Hand Comedy Festival via Facebook)

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

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.