🌱 Therapy Llamas Visit Senior Home + Electronic Recycling Event

Good morning, friends. It's Wednesday in Sandy Springs and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in town.

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But first, today's weather:

Cloudy, mild; a p.m. shower. High: 65 Low: 59.

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Here are the top three stories today in Sandy Springs:

1. A senior home down the road in Roswell recently received a visit from therapy llamas. The two llamas, Pie and Quinn, were both rescued by Wits End Llama Consortium and now make visits to special events, such as weddings and senior homes. (WSB Atlanta)
2. If you have unused or old electronics you would like to recycle, you can do so this Saturday to support a local clause. This Saturday, eWaste ePlanet will be hosting an electronics recycling and new school supply drive at the North Springs High School parking lot. Donate $20 to recycle your electronics (and have all data securely deleted). Funding will go towards supporting the Sandy Springs Education Force. (Sandy Springs Education Force)
3. An altercation between two students injured both involved, including the attacker. The incident happened at lunch at Daniell Middle School, according to witnesses. The district said that the student who started the attack will reportedly face criminal charges. (WSB Atlanta)

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Today in Sandy Springs:

• Member Orientation/Training At Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber (8:30 AM)
• Ribbon Cutting At Planet Fitness Sandy Springs (3:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• If you're looking for a new home for the new year or are simply keeping an eye on the local housing market, check out this list of houses for sale in the Sandy Springs area. Available properties include a two-bedroom, three-bathroom townhome and a two-bedroom, two-bathroom home. (Sandy Springs Patch)
• The Sandy Springs Police Department would like to remind everyone that it's illegal to have a cell phone or similar types of technology in your hands when you're driving. Drive safely by setting up any hands-free devices before you drive! (Sandy Springs Police via Facebook)
• The City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department is putting together a Co-ed Adult Volleyball League! The deadline to register for the eight-game season is Wednesday, Jan. 25 with the first game set for Monday, Jan. 30. (City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department via Facebook)

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

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.