Paving plans
Wednesday, Aug. 5 — The Atlanta City Council voted to approve $2.9 million for Phase 1 of a citywide street paving project, which includes a comprehensive survey and evaluation of all gravel, dirt, and unpaved streets within the city.
🌞 Scattered thunderstorms with a high of 83° today.
🔎 David Alan Scheer II, the son-in-law of Senate candidate U.S. Rep. Mike Collins, is under scrutiny for his posts promoting antisemitism and white nationalism.
🚰 The Clayton County Water Authority is investigating a possible cyberattack after a temporary disruption last week affected operating systems and water service.
📹 The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office announced that officers may have improperly used the department’s Flock surveillance camera system.
💻 A YouTuber has been impersonating a health inspector at DeKalb County restaurants to create negative content for views.
📰 UGA’s independent student newspaper, The Red & Black, sold its longtime Athens building to fund its endowment and will relocate to the Bottleworks development on Prince Avenue.
👋 Tickets are on sale for Open Hand Atlanta’s 23rd annual Party in the Kitchen fundraiser on Thurs., Sept. 24 at The Foundry at Puritan Mill.
🥜 The Georgia Peanut Commission is launching a $10,000 innovation contest open to food entrepreneurs whose products center on Georgia peanuts.
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📈 Stock futures are up this morning after yesterday’s record close, when the S&P 500 topped 7,700 for the first time, and the Dow surged 907 points, fueled by strong earnings and hopes for an Iran deal.
🗳 The Michigan Senate primary between Rep. Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed was too close to call this morning as votes continue to be counted. Other primaries were held yesterday in Kansas, Missouri, Virginia, and Washington.
🚒 A 37-year-old man charged with first-degree arson made his first court appearance in connection with the Old Trails Fire near Spokane, WA.
PICTURE THIS: Braves pitcher Spencer Strider welcomed three of his favorite local bands to the stage at Criminal Records on Monday as part of his upcoming annual Vinyl Giveaway at the Aug. 11 Braves vs. Mets game at Truist Park. The first 15,000 fans will receive a collectible 7-inch vinyl of the featured bands, including The Echolocations (pictured).
🕖 Here’s what’s in today’s newsletter:
• Atlanta Beltline Housing Fair
• Upcoming Events
• The Reset
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• Concert Picks
🤝 Community starts with connection. Meet Rosemary Watts and Nikki Washington and discover how they’re helping shape Perimeter through connection, placemaking, and community in the Heart of Perimeter video series. SPONSOR MESSAGE
1. Atlanta Beltline hosting housing fair on Aug. 8
🏡 The Atlanta Beltline will hold its first-ever Housing Fair on Sat., Aug. 8, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Monday Night Garage.
The free event will bring together housing experts, nonprofit organizations, lenders and community partners to connect current and aspiring homeowners with resources, programs and services that expand access to equitable and affordable housing opportunities along the Beltline.
Whether attendees are purchasing their first home, looking for financial assistance, or learning how to rent along the Beltline, the Housing Fair will serve as a one-stop resource for navigating available programs.
Meet the People at the Heart of Perimeter’s Community
SPONSORED BY PERIMETER COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS
🤝 Community doesn’t just happen. It takes people who create reasons to connect.
Meet Rosemary Watts of Create Dunwoody and Nikki Washington of Perimeter Connects, two leaders helping transform Perimeter into a place where people want to gather, explore, and belong.
📹 Watch their stories in the Heart of Perimeter video series and discover what’s bringing people together.
2. Upcoming Events
SPONSORED BY THE ATLANTA BELTLINE
💀 Listen to some stand-up comedy or get on stage yourself at tonight’s open mic night at Laughing Skull Lounge.
⚾ TheGwinnett Stripersare playing a six-night stand against the visiting Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp on Aug. 6 at 7 p.m. at Gwinnett Field in Lawrenceville.
🍻 Republic Social House on Memorial Drive is celebrating National IPA Day on Thursday.
🎭 The Shakespeare Tavern starts its August Threepeat on Aug. 6, performing a repertory of three Shakespeare comedies from the past year through Sept. 5.
🎤 Up-and-comingSouth Korean boy band Cortis plays the Fox Theatre on Aug. 8 at 8 p.m.
3. How older adults can stay safe and hydrated during Atlanta’s summers
THE RESET | SPONSORED BY INTOWN PSYCHOLOGY
The Reset by Rough Draft is edited by Laura Scholz. The Reset is a weekly, Wednesday newsletter with even more content, and you can subscribe here with one click.
☀️ With school starting soon, now is the perfect time to help kids build confidence and healthy routines. If your child is struggling with anxiety, friendships, emotional regulation, or the back-to-school transition, Intown Psychology is here to help. Explore ways to stay connected and engaged.
🥵 Extreme heat can be dangerous for people of all ages, but adults ages 65 and up are particularly vulnerable to hot and humid temperatures. This heat sensitivity in older adults is the result of a combination of factors, including impaired thirst mechanisms, decreased ability to regulate body temperature, common prescription medications, and certain medical conditions that cause heat intolerance.
Read Laura’s story with tips from local doctors on how to get adequate hydration, develop a plan for exercise and heat management, and recognize the warning signs of heat exhaustion.
👟 Lace up for the Run for East Lake 5K and Fun Run on Saturday. Sign up here for the race sponsored by the East Lake Foundation.
🐐 Get ready to share the mat with adorable Australian dwarf goats on Saturday. Register here for the 11 a.m. goat yoga class at Phoenix and Dragon Bookstore.
🏈 Channel your inner child at Adult Field Day ATL this Sunday at Central Park. Register here for activities like flag football, water games, dodgeball and more, plus drinks and food from local vendors.
🏳️🌈 Sign up for the next Pilates for Queer Bodies class at The Studio Pilates on Sunday at 2 p.m. These classes are created for and by the Atlanta LGBTQ+ community.
🌳 Flow at Yoga in the Park with the Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy on Aug. 12 at 6 p.m. Sign up here for the outdoor class, which meets at the Powers Island Unit.
🔔 Jess Pfeffer and Ruby Velle will lead SETTLE + Sound: The Shift, a wellness pop-up for women in their 40s and 50s at The Interlock on Aug. 13.
🏃🏼 Registration is open for the Adams Realtors Run for the Park 5K on Aug. 22. Funds support the Grant Park Conservancy.
❤️ Therapy that helps you feel seen, supported, and understood – while building practical skills to navigate life with confidence at Intown Psychology.
🤝 Community starts with connection. Meet Rosemary Watts and Nikki Washington and discover how they’re helping shape Perimeter through connection, placemaking, and community in the Heart of Perimeter video series. SPONSOR MESSAGE
4. Concert Picks
Wed., Aug. 5
🥊 The Fray + Dashboard Confessional @ Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park
🌬️ The Lone Bellow @ Eddie’s Attic (also Thurs.)
Thurs., Aug. 6
😡 Nine Vicious @ The Eastern
⁉️ The Guess Who @ Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park
👃 Your Stepdad @ Smith’s Olde Bar
Fri., Aug. 7
🌎 Wynonna Judd + Melissa Etheridge (pictured) @ Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park
🥁 Almost Legendary @ Vinyl
🇲🇽 Mariachazo @ Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
Sat., Aug. 8
🎤 Billy Currington + Kip Moore @ Coca-Cola Roxy
🎸 Nirvani – (Nirvana Tribute) @ The Masquerade
🪨 Ryan Charles @ Vinyl
☀️ The REMakes (REM Tribute) @ Terminal West
🎹 Charlie Mars @ Eddie’s Attic
🇰🇷 Cortis @ Fox Theatre
👩🎤 i-dle @ State Farm Arena
Sun., Aug. 9
☀️ Sunset Honor Unit + Lee Bains @ The EARL
🇮🇳 Ilaiyaraaja @ Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
👙 Kevian Kraemer @ Vinyl
👼 ECHO Presents the Songs of John Prine @ Eddie’s Attic
Tues., Aug. 11
🕺 Barry Manilow @ Gas South Arena
🦅 Leah Bluestein + Eagles of Death Metal @ Center Stage
📰 Clipping @ Terminal West
🏝️ St. Lucia @ Buckhead Theatre
Wed., Aug. 12
🌠 Muse @ Lakewood Amphitheatre
🇨🇦 Faouzia @ Center Stage
🔥 Franz Ferdinand @ Buckhead Theatre
🇦🇷 Ricardo Montaner @ Gas South Arena
🤘 Mötley Crüe @ Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
👨🍳 Join us for an EPIC Potluck on Oct. 4! 30+ award-winning chefs and mixologists creating incredible dishes at the gorgeous Serenbe Pavilion to raise money for Wholesome Wave Georgia. Grab your tickets today. SPONSOR MESSAGE
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