🌱 City Rejects LOST Tax Bid + Sandy Springs Fireworks Rescheduled

Good morning, Sandy Springs! I am your host, Patrick Murray here with a couple of headlines to get your day going.

First, today's weather:

Heavy afternoon thunderstorm with a high of 89 and a low of 74.

Here are the top stories in Sandy Springs today:

1. Sandy Springs and other nearby cities rejected Fulton County's request to receive 35 percent of the Local Option Sales Tax (LOST). This increase would have a large impact on Sandy Springs as around one fourth of the city's General Fund comes from LOST distribution. The city earned $25.3 million in 2020 from LOST revenue. (Reporter Newspapers)
2. The City of Sandy Springs has decided to reschedule its Stars and Stripes fireworks display for Friday, July 29 at City Green. The event will run along with the City Green Live season finale, and the lawn will open at around 4 p.m. The Smithereens will perform a live set with guest vocalist Marshall Crenshaw, and the fireworks will begin immediately after. (11 Alive)

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Today in Sandy Springs:

• Planning Commission Meeting at Studio Theatre. (6 p.m.)
• Live music at The Select. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Not too late to register for Challenge Island Shark Camp! (Facebook)
• Dan Corso, president of Atlanta Sports Social, will be keynote speaker at the upcoming August Luncheon at City Springs. (Facebook)
• Check out five new homes on the market in your area. (Sandy Springs Patch)

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You're officially in the loop for today! See you all tomorrow for your next update.

— Patrick Murray

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