🌱 Businesses Request Road Closure Delay + Fulton Inmate Bites Guard

Welcome back, Sandy Springs. I'm here in your inbox this morning to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Cooler; a p.m. t-storm or two. High: 69 Low: 59.
• Friday: Warmer with clouds and sun. High: 75 Low: 61.

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Here are the top three stories in Sandy Springs today:

1. Canton Street business owners in nearby Roswell, Georgia, are requesting a delay in the proposed partial closure of the road to vehicular traffic, citing a broken trust with the mayor. The closure, aimed at transforming Canton into a pedestrian promenade during summer weekends, has faced opposition from restaurant and shop owners who fear a negative impact on business revenue due to limited parking and decreased visitor traffic. The mayor apologized for not informing the public earlier about the initiative, but tensions remain high. The road closure would need to be approved by the City Council before implementation. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
2. If you were commuting to Atlanta yesterday, chances are you saw the backups. All I-75/85 southbound lanes in Midtown Atlanta were closed due to a morning wreck near the Williams Street exit. Alternative routes suggested included Northside Drive, Spring Street, Peachtree Road, and Piedmont Road. More details are expected to emerge as the story develops. (11Alive.com WXIA)
3. A detention officer in Fulton County, Georgia, was attacked by an inmate who bit off and swallowed part of her ear. The officer, Brooklyn Unitas, was distributing meals to inmates when the attack occurred. She suffered a broken elbow and required 18 stitches to close the wound. The inmate, James Dosen, was already in jail on a misdemeanor battery charge and is now facing additional charges of aggravated assault and battery against a law enforcement officer. (WSB Atlanta)

Today and tomorrow in and around Sandy Springs:

Thursday, May 18

• My Karma Kreations & Big Oak Tavern At Canton St. Social (5:00 PM)
• Live Music - Ansley Stewart At Ray's on the River (6:30 PM)

Friday, May 19

• TOMORROW X TOGETHER At Gas South Arena (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The High Country Paddle Shack has opened for the spring/summer season, offering kayak and paddle board rentals for exploring Bull Sluice Lake at Morgan Falls Overlook Park. Take advantage of the sunny weather and book a session with them to enjoy a day on the water. (Visit Sandy Springs via Instagram)
• Congratulations to Sergeant J. Inman, who recently completed the Southern Police Institute (SPI) Administrative Officer's Course at the University of Louisville. The twelve-week program is designed to educate and develop law enforcement managers, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to assume leadership positions within their agencies. (Sandy Springs Police via Facebook)
• The Special Called Sandy Springs City Council Meeting for Budget Workshop 2 came to order on Tuesday. You can rewatch the live stream on the Sandy Springs Facebook page if you missed it. (Sandy Springs, Georgia: City News via Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you soon!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek