🌱 Metropolitan Atlanta Drought + Brookhaven Park + River Run Approval

Good morning, Sandy Springs! I am your host, Patrick Murray here with three fresh headlines to kick off your day.

First, today's weather:

Evening thunderstorm with a high of 87 and a low of 71.

Here are the top stories in Sandy Springs today:

1. Metropolitan Atlanta, along with over half of the state of Georgia, is now in what is considered a "moderate drought." Around 55 percent of the state is experiencing the drought, which reflects this month's lack of rainfall. The biggest impact is felt on lawns and agriculture, as well as elevated risk of fire. (11Alive.com WXIA)
2. Brookhaven announced plans for construction on a new park in Brookhaven Heights. The City Council approved a $1.1 million budget for Langford Park, located at 1174 Pine Grove Ave. The one-acre park is set to include a playground, and a memorial to Cpl. Robert Langford, a Vietnam War veteran. (Reporter Newspapers)
3. Sandy Springs has approved the construction of a patio and deck along River Run. The property at 8980 River Run will be given freedom to construct the patio area, as well as a driveway extension. The Sandy Springs City Council voted to approve a Metropolitan River Protection Act Certificate. (Paywall: The Atlanta Journal Constitution)

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Today in Sandy Springs:

• Noir Thursdays, Live Smooth Jazz at Cigar City Club. (5 p.m.)
• Live music at Ray's on the River. (6:30 p.m.)
• "Oliver Jr!" live performance at Studio Theatre. (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Sandy Springs July 4 celebrations kicking off this Monday at 4 p.m.! (Instagram)
• The Sandy Springs Education Force celebrated with its Summer Book Club participants. (Facebook)
• Check out five new homes for sale near you. (Sandy Springs Patch)
• These pets in your area are looking for a new home! (Sandy Springs Patch)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with a new update.

— Patrick Murray

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