🌱 Atlanta's Record-Breaking Warm Temps + Sandy Springs Grant Request

Good morning, everybody. I'm here with your fresh copy of the Sandy Springs Patch newsletter, filled with all the community news you need to know right now.

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy with a few showers. High: 69 Low: 51.

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Here are the top three stories in Sandy Springs today:

1. On Wednesday, the metro Atlanta area experienced its all-time warmest February day with temperatures reaching the 80s. Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport broke the previous monthly and daily temperature records, reaching 81 degrees. While record-warm temperatures are becoming more common due to the warming climate and the Urban Heat Island Effect, researchers are studying how it may be impacting minorities disproportionately. (11Alive.com WXIA)
2. The Dunwoody Police Department has stated that no charges will be filed against the individuals who distributed anti-Semitic flyers in predominantly Jewish neighborhoods of Dunwoody and Sandy Springs, following consultations with the District Attorney's office. Dunwoody Police Chief Billy Grogan said that the issue falls under free speech and that the flyers contained no threats or calls to action. The incident has led to increased support for House Bill 30, which seeks to define and ban crimes against Jewish people, but would not have affected the flyers as they do not constitute an underlying crime or unlawful act. (WSB Atlanta)
3. Sandy Springs Fire Chief, Keith Sanders, is seeking permission from the city council to apply for a grant program — the FY2022 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program — that would allow the fire department to purchase additional helmets and bail-out kits for its personnel. With only one helmet provided to each firefighter, a second helmet would better protect them from dangerous carcinogens and chemicals, particularly if they need to go from one fire to another. The bail-out kits would also provide an added layer of safety, allowing firefighters to quickly exit multi-story buildings through windows in case of emergency. The total cost of the equipment and training is estimated to be $124,100, with Sandy Springs required to provide a $12,410 match if awarded the grant. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Today in and around Sandy Springs:

• Big ATL Comedy Show, At Monticello ATL in Marietta (5:00 PM)
• Live Music - Kenneth Kelly, At Rays on the River (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• This Saturday, Pontoon Brewing will be hosting its fifth-anniversary event! The free event will feature new brew releases, food and candy vendors, a DJ, and much more. (Visit Sandy Springs via Instagram)
• Are you looking to add a four-legged friend to the family? Check out all the adoptable dogs, cats, and other pets that are available now in the Sandy Springs area and find your new best friend! (Sandy Springs Patch)
• The new traffic signal at the intersection of Grogans Ferry Road and Roswell Road was activated on Thursday, Feb. 23. Please be careful driving through the area. (Sandy Springs, Georgia: City News via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow morning for your next update.

— 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.