🌱 City Can't Ban Bow Hunting + Book Combines City History And Recipes

Good morning, neighbors! 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.

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Here are the top three stories today in Sandy Springs:

1. The Sandy Springs City Council discovered that it cannot ban or regulate bow hunting in the county according to the Georgia Constitution. The city had been considering options on how to regulate bow hunting after hearing numerous complaints from residents. (GPB News)
2. The Sandy Springs Society's newest fundraiser combines the city's history with recipes from many of the society's 300 members. "Savor Sandy Springs: A Cookbook" will be available for sale at several local Sandy Springs businesses, including the Sandy Springs Boutique Winery. (Reporter Newspapers + Atlanta Intown)
3. The Sandy Springs City Council voted to approve a $550,000 settlement to cover the additional costs of the city's sidewalk project. The initial contractor for the city was removed due to safety concerns before filing bankruptcy. When the project was rebid, the city faced an additional cost of $366,000 more than the original contract. (Reporter Newspapers + Atlanta Intown)

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Today in Sandy Springs:

• Live Music: The Radio Show At Guston's Grille (5:00 PM)
• Havana Nights Live Music At Havana Lounge (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a new home for the new year? Here's this week's roundup of houses currently on the market in the Sandy Springs area, including a one-bedroom, one-bathroom first-floor condo, and several three-bedroom, four-bathroom homes. (Sandy Springs Patch)
• Visit Sandy Springs is introducing the Dine Like a Local mobile pass! With this pass, you can check in at participating restaurants starting Jan. 2 to earn points that can be redeemed for entries into future giveaways. (Visit Sandy Springs via Instagram)
• Have you ever wanted to learn how to oil paint? Now's the chance! On Saturday, Jan. 21, check out the Paint Like Bob Ross class and finish an oil painting in just one class, even if you've never painted before. (City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department via Facebook)

You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another 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.