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Hello and happy Thursday. I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening these days in town. Today you'll find news about these stories and more...

  • Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament
  • Removing pedestrian scramble
  • Helping traffic on I-285

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Now, today's weather:

Today will be beautiful with plenty of sun. The high will be 70 with a low of 47.

Here are the top stories in Alpharetta-Milton today:

  1. Want to enjoy some golf and support the community? The Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament at the Manor Golf & Country Club is next week! The player package includes food, prizes and a VIP after-play celebration. It's not too late to register! (Chamber of Commerce)
  2. The Alpharetta City Council voted to remove the pedestrian scramble at Milton Avenue and Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta. It was created in August 2021 to make it easier for pedestrians to cross in all directions, including diagonally. However, it caused considerable traffic backups for motorists, and it will be changed to a traditional crosswalk. (City of Alpharetta)
  3. Traffic along the north part of I-285 will be bad over the next 8 months due to construction and lane closures. The Sandy Springs police are using response vehicles to help deal with traffic emergencies. Their goal is to keep people safe and take care of any incidents before they cause any extreme backups. Motorists are encouraged to use traffic apps to determine the best routes when going to the perimeter area. (Fox 5)

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

  • Alpharetta Food Truck Alley at Old Roswell Street (5:00 PM)
  • Alpharetta Music Match Featuring Kurt Lee Wheeler at CHIRINGA, 34 South Main St. in Alpharetta (6:00 PM)
  • Book & Beer Pairing at Six Bridges Crabapple, 1850 Heritage Walk in Milton (6:30 PM)
  • Master Distiller Dinner with Town Branch Distilling at City Eats Kitchen, 210 S Main St., Suite A in Alpharetta (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • The Milton Police Department, in cooperation with Karate Atlanta Milton, is holding a Halloween event this weekend for the entire family. Wear your costumes and enjoy sweets, games, police cars and fire trucks. It will be on Saturday, Oct. 29, from 6-8 p.m. (City of Milton)
  • The Alpharetta Elementary School Kindergarten Daisy Girl Scout Troop had a great time with Officer Vickers and K9 Axe. Officer Vickers talked about what police officers do and how Axe helps them out. It was fun for everyone! (Alpharetta Department of Public Safety via Facebook)
  • Join us at Trick or Drink at the Alpharetta Avalon this Saturday, Oct. 28 from 6-9 p.m. Wear your costumes, enjoy specialty cocktails, and dance to a live DJ! It will take place in the plaza. (Avalon)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday off right! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with another update.

— Gail Lafleche

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