🌱 Fulton Co. Jail Wristband System For Inmates + Act3 Playhouse Shows

Hello all. It's me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Patch newsletter. Let's get this Saturday started off right, with a quick review of everything you need to know about what's going on in town these days.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 85 Low: 66.
• Sunday: A stray afternoon t-storm. High: 81 Low: 65.

Here are the top three stories in Sandy Springs today:

1. Since July, over five inmates have died at Fulton County Jail, prompting concerns about inmate safety. To address this issue, the implementation of a wristband system to monitor inmates' vital signs and alert guards in case of emergencies was proposed. However, despite an approved plan with nearly $2 million in emergency funding, the system, called Talitrix, was supposed to be operational within 10 weeks from its contract establishment in April but faced delays due to staffing shortages and infrastructure issues. Talitrix's CEO confirmed that they are now ready to begin monitoring 50-75 inmates, acknowledging the urgency of the situation. (11 Alive)
2. The Act3 Playhouse in Sandy Springs is kicking off its 2023-24 season with a production of "Xanadu," the Tony Award-nominated musical known for its roller-skating adventures and inspired by the classic film starring Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly. Directed by Charlie Miller, this family-friendly musical encourages audiences to pursue their dreams despite obstacles set by others. Tickets, including single, group, and season passes, can be found here. The Act3 Playhouse is situated in Sandy Springs Plaza at 6285R Roswell Road. (Atlanta Patch)
3. The City of Sandy Springs will hold a Public Information Open House on Thursday, Sep. 21, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Sandy Springs City Hall. The meeting will begin with a brief presentation starting at 6:15 p.m. The purpose of the open house is to inform the public about proposed improvements at the Lake Forrest Drive and Allen Road intersection, which include the installation of a mini-roundabout due to traffic and safety concerns, and to discuss the project's next steps. (Sandy Springs, Georgia: City News via Facebook)

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Today and tomorrow in Sandy Springs:

Saturday, September 9

• Sandy Springs Farmers Market At City Springs (8:30 AM)

Sunday, September 10

• Concerts By The Springs At City Springs (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Sandy Spring's "State of the City" address will happen on Sep. 26 and Mayor Rusty Paul will be a keynote speaker. Registration is required to attend and will close on Sep. 22. Click the link to learn more. (Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber)
• Curious about your local water source? You can now schedule a tour of the Fulton County Public Works department. (Fulton County Government via Facebook)
• The first webinar in the Crop Disease series with AgLanta will happen on Monday, Sep. 11, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. The webinar will focus on the crucial first step of identification in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for crops. Registration is free and available here. (Fulton County Government via Facebook)

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— 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.