🌱 Fulton Co. Jail Conditions Worsen + Septic System Education

Good morning, neighbors! I'm here right on time with your fresh copy of the Sandy Springs Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Partly sunny and pleasant. High: 81 Low: 59.
• Wednesday: Partly sunny and pleasant. High: 80 Low: 61.

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Here are the top three stories in Sandy Springs today:

1. A woman who recently spent three days at the Fulton County Jail has revealed shocking conditions, including overcrowding, co-ed confinement, and denial of food and water. Fulton County Commission Chair, Robb Pitts, recently declared an emergency due to overcrowding and urged the Atlanta City Council to increase the jail's capacity and eliminate transfer criteria to alleviate the crisis. These poor conditions have led to 10 inmate deaths this year, with county leaders also exploring relocating inmates to Mississippi and South Georgia facilities if the capacity issue isn't addressed locally. (Fox 5 Atlanta)
2. Fulton County Public Works and the Fulton County Board of Health are hosting a virtual Septic System Education workshop today, Sep. 19 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. The workshop is designed for property owners with septic systems and will address maintenance-related questions. The event is created in partnership with local municipalities. Registration is required. (Fulton County Government via Facebook)
3. Zerrick Wilson, accused of fatally shooting Victor Garcia outside a Sandy Springs nightclub, has been arrested. The incident occurred after a confrontation, where Garcia punched Wilson in the face. Wilson later confronted Garcia in the parking lot, leading to a physical altercation that ended with Wilson shooting Garcia multiple times, resulting in his death. (WSB-TV)

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Today and tomorrow in Sandy Springs:

Tuesday, September 19

• Live Music With Joe Gransden At The Select Restaurant (7:00 PM)

Wednesday, September 20

• Team Trivia At North River Tavern (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Sandy Springs Wine Festival is right around the corner on Oct. 1! Find tickets and learn more here. (Sandy Springs Wine Festival via Facebook)
• Mark your calendar for a fall festival at Morgan Falls Overlook Park, specifically designed to provide an inclusive experience for children with physical and developmental disabilities. There will be midway games, prizes, refreshments, and an accessible corn maze. While the event is free, attendees are required to register in advance. (City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department via Facebook)
• New homes have hit the market in and around Sandy Springs! Click the link to learn more. (Sandy Springs Patch)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll see you back in your inbox soon with your next update.

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

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.