🌱 Atlanta Lawn Equipment Theft + First Altruistic Liver Transplant

Up and at 'em, Atlanta! Let's get this day started. Here's everything worth knowing today in town.

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First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and pleasant. High: 81 Low: 60.

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Here are the top three stories today in Atlanta:

1. A thief stole more than $10,000 worth of lawn equipment from an Atlanta front yard. The equipment belonged to a landscaping company that was working at a property in the Buckhead area. The Atlanta Police Department is currently investigating the incident and is advising residents to not chase after suspects. (CBS 46 News)
2. A toddler at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is the first to receive an altruistic liver transplant performed at the hospital. Ashton suffers from biliary atresia, a rare liver condition, and was placed on the transplant list at six months of age. The hospital hopes to perform a lot more life-saving transplants in the future. (11Alive.com WXIA)
3. Fly Guy DC, an Atlanta radio personality, gifted 30 mothers a spa day in celebration of Mother's Day. The mothers were selected from over 400 single mothers that were nominated for the giveaway. They received manicures, pedicures, a three-course meal, and a gift arrangement through the experience. (CBS 46 News)

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Today in Atlanta:

• Take And Make Craft For Seniors At The DeKalb County Public Library (All Day)
• Kids Yoga At DeKalb County Public Library (4:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The City of Atlanta Police Department recognizes its diverse force during Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. (Facebook)
• The Atlanta Humane Society is currently taking registrations for its Cutest Pet Contest. The early bird discount will save you $5 off your entry fee until Sunday. (Facebook)
• Atlanta's Department of Parks and Recreation Commissioner speaks on what it means to equitably invest in the city's parks. Click to watch. (Facebook)

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That's it for today. I'll see you soon!

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.