🌱 New City Tree Ordinance + Virtual Academy Deadline Extended

Hello, neighbors! Danielle Fallon here with today's copy of theAtlanta Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and pleasant. High: 78 Low: 58.

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Here are the top three stories today in Atlanta:

1. The reward amount for information leading to an arrest in the murder of Atlanta businessman Desmond Key has been increased to $40,000. The current reward amount is $5,000 more than what was previously being offered by Crime Stoppers of Greater Atlanta. The reward is being provided by the Atlanta Police Foundation, Crime Stoppers, and Key's family. (Atlanta Patch)
2. Environmental activists and some Atlanta city council members are calling for a new tree ordinance. They are reportedly concerned that the current tree ordinance does not incentivize developers to preserve trees. A new tree ordinance proposal is reportedly expected to be introduced during next week's city council meeting. (CBS 46 News)
3. The Atlanta Public Schools District has extended its deadline for its Virtual Academy sign-up. Families will now have until Apr. 22 to submit an application for the online program. This provides an extra week for families to decide if the program is a good fit for their children. ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)

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Today in Atlanta:

• Dayseeker At The Loft (7:00 PM)
• Melanie Fiona At City Winery (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Atlanta Public Schools congratulates Principal Terry Harness and Springdale Park Elementary for earning the Cognia STEM certification. Congratulations on the accomplishment! (Facebook)
• The E911 team is an important part of the Atlanta Police Department. This week is Public Safety Telecommunications Appreciation Week, so if you know anyone on the team, be sure to say "thank you"! (Facebook)
• Atlanta Humane Society reminds the community that they could win a week-long Tuscany vacation. Click to get your ticket. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with another update!

— 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.