Early Voting Begins + Zoo's New White Rhino + Braves 1 Win Away

Atlanta GA

11 October, 2021

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Morning, neighbors! It's me again, Kathy Cioffi, your host of the Atlanta Daily. First, today's weather: Partly sunny. High: 81 Low: 64. Here are the top stories today in Atlanta: In-person early voting begins today in Georgia and continues through Oct. 29. During the early voting period – unlike on Election Day – you don't have to vote at an assigned polling location, but you do have to vote at an early voting location within your county. A valid photo ID, such as a driver's license, passport or voter identification card, is required. (Patch Atlanta)Zoo Atlanta has a new resident in its African Savanna complex. Kiazi, a 19-year-old female southern white rhinoceros, arrived from the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Monday. Kiazi, whose name means "sweet potato," joins Mumbles, a 10-year-old male southern white rhino, in the zoo's new Savanna habitat. The white rhinoceros is the largest of the five rhino species, and they face poaching for their horns.(FOX 5 Atlanta)The Atlanta Braves and Milwaukee Brewers broke their 1-1 tie Monday at Truist Park when the Braves beat the Brewers in Game 3 of their best-of-five National League Division Series. With a 2-1 advantage, another win will send the Braves to its second consecutive NL Championship Series. The next game is at 5:07 p.m. today at Truist Park. (CBSsports.com)Two teens and two adults were identified as the victims of a plane crash Friday at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport, according to the DeKalb medical examiner's office. Jonathan Rosen, 47, the small aircraft's pilot and owner, died in the crash, as did his 14-year-old daughter Allison, Lauren Harrington, 42, and Julia Smith, 13, according to the medical examiner's office. There were no survivors. (Free: People.com; Subscription: The Atlanta Journal Constitution)The Atlanta Humane Society has rescued eight puppies orphaned after their mother was shot and killed. The shepherd mixes are only a couple weeks old and will require weeks of around-the-clock bottle feeding from specially trained foster caregivers, according to the humane society. The Howell Mill Road location in northwest Atlanta is caring for the litter. More information on the humane society's wish list for these puppies as well as other animals in their care is online. (WSB Atlanta) Today's Atlanta Daily is brought to you by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. If you're planning to travel this holiday season, following these home security tips can help give you some peace of mind while you're away. Today in Atlanta: Absentee Drop Boxes Available - Fulton County Meetings & Elections (ALL DAY) Teacher Workday - Fulton County Schools (ALL DAY) Discover Ponce de Leon: A Walking Tour of the Ponce Corridor (10:00 AM) Five-Minute-Museum, Julio Antonio - Conant Performing Arts Center (2:00 PM) Live Music in Drawbar at Bellyard (5:30 PM) Atlanta Patch Notebook Atlanta Falcons: "ZERO sacks allowed by our o-line. Double-tap to show them some love!" (Instagram) City of Atlanta Fire Rescue Department: "Each day, Atlanta Fie Rescue responds to several emergencies on the interstate, whether a motor vehicle accident or a vehicle fire. Our firefighters continually have to avoid and strategically navigate around motorists who don't pull over when they see or hear emergency vehicles." (Facebook) City of Atlanta Government: "The City of Atlanta celebrates #AtlantaPride weekend with the lighting of the canopies at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport." (Facebook) MARTA: "Take the online survey and provide your feedback on Summerhill BRT. MARTA needs YOUR input on the proposed route and station locations, draft station/stop renderings, and other project elements. Visit https://www.itsmarta.com/summerhill...." (Facebook) Atlanta Downtown Neighborhood Association: "YOU ARE INVITED!! ATLANTA MAYORAL DISCUSSION WITH CANDIDATES | TUESDAY OCTOBER 19, 2021 | 7:00-9:00 PM | VIRTUAL WHAT: A discussion with mayoral candidates hosted by the Alliance of Intown Neighbors." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Feeling Overwhelmed? Anxieties? Re-center yourself with Holistic Fitness for all levels! (October 12) 26th ANNUAL ATLANTA KOI & GOLDFISH SHOW (October 16) Need Financial Aid? (October 16) Estate Planning Webinar (October 18) Michael Flohr One-Man Show at Vinings Gallery (October 23) Defending Freedom in American Education (October 23) Admissions Coffee: Preschool 1s - Pre-Kindergarten familes (October 26) Add your event Announcements: Georgia Dream Down Payment Assistant Program! HURRY! (Details) Add your announcement Housing: NEW! Down Payment/Closing Costs Grant Money! (Details) Add your listing You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update! If you're into these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors on board. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Kathy Cioffi Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Atlanta Daily? Reach out anytime to [email protected].