🌱 P2K Celebrates 25th Anniversary + Rep. McCormick Endorses DeSantis

Hi all. Nicole Fallon-Peek here with your Thursday edition of the Sandy Springs Patch newsletter, full of all the community news you need to know right now.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Mostly sunny and comfortable. High: 82 Low: 59.
• Friday: Times of clouds and sun. High: 76 Low: 56.

Here are the top three stories in Sandy Springs today:

1. Precision 2000 (P2K), a construction firm in Sandy Springs, celebrated its 25th anniversary with a dinner attended by industry leaders and members of the Hispanic community. Founded by Guiomar Obregon and Carlos Sanchez, P2K has been involved in critical repairs and construction projects at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Obregon has been instrumental in establishing the Georgia Hispanic Contractors Association and promoting opportunities for women in construction through initiatives like Latinas in Construction. P2K also created a fellowship for aspiring engineers at Georgia Tech and became the first Hispanic company to have a dedicated classroom at the university. (Rough Draft Atlanta)
2. U.S. Representative Rich McCormick, representing Georgia's sixth congressional district (which includes Sandy Springs), has become the first politician from Georgia to endorse Ron DeSantis for his 2024 White House bid. DeSantis is expected to make his campaign announcement on Twitter this week. Georgia's sixth congressional district has been significant in launching the political careers of notable figures such as Newt Gingrich and Tom Price. The district encompasses various northern suburbs of Atlanta. (ANF)
3. Arby's, headquartered here in Sandy Springs, has introduced the Americana Roast Beef Sandwich for a limited time. The new sandwich features thinly sliced roast beef, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onions, and special sauce on a toasted sesame bun. It is available at participating Arby's locations starting May 22. Additionally, Arby's is bringing back the seasonal favorite Pecan Chicken Salad Sandwich. (Sportskeeda)

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Today and tomorrow in Sandy Springs:

Thursday, May 25

• Taller De CV ¡En Español! (Resume Workshop For Spanish Speakers), Virtual Event Hosted By CAC Career Center (3:00 PM)
• Live Music: Ansley Stewart At Ray's On The River (6:30 PM)

Friday, May 26

• Live Music: Will Scruggs Trio At Ray's On The River (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• This Friday, the City Green stage will host Black Jacket Symphony as they recreate Fleetwood Mac's album "Rumours." Festivities will begin at 6:00 p.m., with music starting at 7:30 p.m. (Visit Sandy Springs via Instagram)
• The Sandy Springs City Council Special Called Meeting was live-streamed on Tuesday. If you missed seeing it online or in person, the stream is still available for viewing at this link. (Sandy Springs, Georgia: City News via Facebook)
• The Sandy Springs Police Department expressed its gratitude to community kids Braxton and Logan, the staff of DICK'S Sporting Goods, and the staff of Monster Energy for their generous donations and support. The department said in a Facebook post, "Thank you for your continued support and appreciation for SSPD!" (Sandy Springs Police via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today. See you all soon for another 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.