🌱 Free Local VIN Number Etchings + Bow Hunting Ban Request

Hey, Sandy Springs. I'm here in your inbox per usual to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and warm. High: 76 Low: 61.

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Here are the top three stories in Sandy Springs today:

1. The Sandy Springs Police Department has partnered with local auto repair shops to deter catalytic converter thefts. The partnership included Advanced Auto, True Automotive, and Pep Boys. The partnering shops will be offering free VIN number etchings on catalytic converters. The etchings will be highlighted by flame-proof paint. Click to learn more about the service. (11 Alive)
2. A collection of local residents are asking the Sandy Springs City Council to ban bow hunting within city limits. According to the group of residents, the hunters are endangering local families while leaving dead deer to rot on properties. City Attorney Dan Lee reports that discharging firearms is already prohibited within city limits. (Reporter Newspapers + Atlanta Intown)
3. The Fulton County Fresh Mobile Market is currently traveling through the county with fresh fruits and vegetables. The mobile market's county tour will continue through Thursday, Nov. 17. The focus of the tour is to educate county residents on proper nutrition while distributing free bags of in-season produce. Click for application information. (Fulton County)

Today in Sandy Springs:

• Jerry Rivera At Royal Ballroom, Norcross (9:00 AM)
• Atlanta Contemporary Jewelry Show At The Carter Center, Atlanta (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Is the current housing market making you feel a little overwhelmed? Consider this list of the latest properties in the Sandy Springs area to hit the market. (Sandy Springs Patch)
• Fulton County has created an interactive map displaying early voting locations with accompanying wait times for the Nov. 8 General Election. Click to use the map. (Fulton County)
• Here's a list of adoption-ready pets in the Sandy Springs area searching for a forever home. Click to view them all. (Sandy Springs Patch)

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• Wood Acres School Fall Sneak-a-Peek Open House (November 6)
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• Minority Men's Health Luncheon (November 10)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday! See you all tomorrow 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.