Saturday: Tropical Rainstorm Isaias, with a high of 70 and low of 60 degrees.
Sunday: A couple of morning t-storms, temps: high: 69, low: 60.
Monday: Warm, with a high of 86 and low of 59 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
📰 News we're reading
• New Legacy In GA: Rental Development Offers More Housing Options (patch.com) — Atlanta residents now have new affordable and mixed-income housing options at Legacy at Herndon Square, a 201-unit development near Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Built on the former Herndon Homes site with major investment from Atlanta Housing and city partners, the project aims to keep longtime Westside residents in their community while welcoming new neighbors. Amenities, income-based rents, and future townhomes are designed to support inclusive growth in the heart of the city.
• Georgia State student says she is living in fear after Midtown Atlanta attack (atlantanewsfirst.com) — A Georgia State University student is recovering after being assaulted and robbed in broad daylight in Midtown Atlanta, and she's now too afraid to ride MARTA, switching to online classes instead. Atlanta police say the suspect later stole a patrol car and crashed in Clayton County, yet he has already been granted bond, leaving the student and other residents worried about their safety.
• 'RHOP' Alum Mia Thornton Hit With Felony Charge in Theft Case (urbanhollywood411.com) — A former Real Housewives of Potomac cast member now faces a felony theft charge in Fulton County, accused of taking more than $5,000 in furniture and electronics from an Atlanta condominium. She was arrested last year at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on a City of Atlanta warrant and says she's focusing on accountability and personal growth as the case proceeds.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Meet LifeLine Animal Project's Pets of the Week —Timyka Artist Read on Patch
Target Stores in Metro Atlanta Seek up to 2,300 Seasonal Team Members —Nicholas Wolaver Read on Patch
TPO or PVC (Duro-Last): What's the Difference? —New Image Roofing Atlanta Read on Patch
Day 8 of Breast Cancer awareness month: A year ago today I went in for a mammogram because my nipple piercing site had been bleeding on and off for about 9 months. Not from getting pierced… (Nextdoor West Haven)
I recently posted on Nextdoor looking for someone to help with painting my home, and Rafael was one of several people who reached out. What initially caught my attention were the numerous positive reviews he had received. I've always been a little cautious about hiring someone… (Nextdoor Cross Creek)
The Martin-Brower Company posted a job opening for Sanitation Worker in Atlanta. Apply here.
Genuine Parts Company - GPC posted a job opening for Warehouse Powered Industrial Truck Operator in Atlanta. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Atlanta here.
🗞 Nearby News
East Point
East Point Police Crash Sends Officer to Hospital After Emergency Response Collision at Cleveland Avenue Intersection (newsbreak.com)
Destiney Gunnison, 29: Vanished in 2024 After Leaving Dad's Georgia Home (ourblackgirls.com)
White House directs ICE to make 3K migrant arrests per day: Sources (newsnationnow.com)
Hapeville
Chris Ober, Fox Sports Teammate to Remember, Loses Long Cancer Battle at 46 (sportsvideo.org)
Decatur
Arts DeKalb to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with free Latin Jazz concert, artist exhibit (ocgnews.com)
Ok Atlanta! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!