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🌱 ATL Ukrainian Relief + MARTA's $3K Sign-On Bonus + GA Beer Day

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Kathy Cioffi, Community Contributor
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Good morning, people of Atlanta! It's me again, Kathy Cioffi, your host of the Atlanta Daily.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and warm. High: 78 Low: 57.

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Here are the top 5 stories today in Atlanta:

  1. Atlanta's Ukrainian community is looking on in agony, horror and fear as Russia's war in Ukraine drags into its second week. After Russian forces occupied a large nuclear plant in Ukraine, dropping shells in the area and sparking international condemnation, Tetiana Lendiel, an immigration lawyer in Atlanta who moved from Ukraine in 2012, said, "Them targeting these places is just a crime against humanity, because it's not only Ukraine that will carry the damage. It's radiation, you cannot contain it over one place." Below are links for metro Atlantans to contribute to humanitarian relief as well as to learn more about the Georgia branch of Ukrainian Congress Committee of America: atlantaforukraine.com ukrainianatlanta.org/aboutus (WABE 90.1 FM)
  2. How does a $3,000 sign-on bonus sound? That's what MARTA is offering today at a job fair for bus drivers and technicians. Additionally, new hires will also receive training for their commercial driver's license. The job fair will be from 9 a.m. to noon at MARTA headquarters at 2424 Piedmont Road. Applicants are encouraged to travel on MARTA to the event, though fee parking will also be available. (WSB Atlanta)
  3. Today is Georgia Beer Day, hosted annually by Georgia Craft Brewers Guild to highlight the state's vibrant craft beer industry as well as raise awareness and money for the industry. The 70 participating breweries across the state include a number in and around Atlanta. Check this list to see if your favorite brewery made the cut. (Patch)
  4. Former Atlanta Braves All-Star Otis Nixon is making it possible for a southwest Atlanta church to continue serving the community. Nixon donated $1,000 and thousands of dollars in food to the Beloved Community Church on Ira Street in Atlanta's Pittsburgh neighborhood after the church pantry was robbed twice in two days. On Feb. 1, thieves stole $2,000 worth of food the church had stocked to serve the homeless community and others in need, Fox 5 Atlanta reported. Then, two days later, robbers came back and took whatever was left. Now, thanks to the former Braves slugger, the church pantry can once again help those in need. (Atlanta Patch)
  5. Gambling on horse races in Georgia is one step closer to happening after lawmakers this week gave early approval to move forward. Wednesday, the State Committee on Regulated Industries and Utilities passed a resolution, SR 131, authorizing the General Assembly to put to voters the question of whether to legalize pari-mutuel or betting on horse racing in the state or on simulcast races. Thursday, the committee passed Senate Bill 212 (SB 212), which would create the Georgia Horse Racing Commission to regulate betting and allow for up to five horse racing tracks in the state. Currently, the state allows for lottery gaming and funds the Hope Scholarship program with proceeds from the Georgia Lottery. (Atlanta Patch)

Today in Atlanta:

  • Celebrate Women's History Month with Museums on Us. Bank of America credit and debit cardholders can receive FREE general admission to four cultural attractions in Atlanta this weekend. (9:00 AM)
  • Best End Brewing Co.'s Third Annual Crawfish Boil is today, so grab the bib, stretchy pants and plenty of hand wipes. Seafood enthusiasts are invited to enjoy all-you-can-eat crawfish with classic low-country boil sides, live music, and, of course, cold craft brews. (9:00 AM)
  • Red's Beer Garden is having a puppy party! From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., whether you are looking for the paw-fect pup or a doggie that's a little ruff around the edges, PAWS Atlanta will be bringing adoptable pups to play in the outdoor beer garden. Guests are welcome to bring their own pets to enjoy free dog treats, and plenty of human treats will be available, too. (11:00 AM)
  • Have you always been curious about wines and want to learn how to taste and enjoy them? Come join us at the Wine Shoe for this fun and interactive class on the basics of wine tasting. (1:00 PM)
  • Wondering how to purify your karma? Learn how to purify past mistakes and present bad habits – to break free from negativity and move on to a happy, peaceful and positive future. At Kadampa Meditation Center Georgia. (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Atlanta History Center reminds us that, since its founding in 1881, music has played a special role in the life of Spelman College students, who were always given opportunities to hone their talents and interests in musical instruments and performance ensembles, including Spelman's glee club. The club regularly tours nationally and internationally. The group sang for over 3.5 billion people who watched the opening ceremonies of the 1996 Summer Olympic Games in Atlanta. (Facebook)
  • The Atlanta Humane Society says this may be hard to believe, but Toast is indeed a cat and NOT a breakfast food. Toast is a fun-loving, playful girl who always likes having something to do. After a long day of playing with toys or exploring her space, she loves to relax by making biscuits with her humans. If you'd like to learn more about Toast, head to her profile on our website: atlantahumane.org/toast (Facebook)
  • Welcome to the newest member of Atlanta BeltLine Partnership's community of free fitness providers, Bearings Bike Works! Check out its awesome series of free mountain biking clinics for youth. What a great way to get the kiddos out and active on the Atlanta BeltLine! Sign your young ones up today before the classes fill. (Facebook)
  • Discover Atlanta invites readers to dine in the dark or make memories at the Atlanta Fair or the Atlanta Science Festival. There is something cool for to do in Atlanta for everyone in March! 🤗" (Facebook)
  • Public Education Specialist Paula Tate, DeKalb County Police Department: "DeKalb County Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs is hosting the Summer Food Program from June 1 - July 22. This ongoing effort ensures school children have nutritious meals during the summer and seeks participating program sites. For more information: www.dekalbcountyga.gov/parks" (Nextdoor)

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— Kathy Cioffi

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