Election Shredding: 2 Fired + Uber Driver Robbed + Braves in NLCS

Atlanta GA

12 October, 2021

12:43 PM

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Happy Wednesday, Atlanta! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note. First, today's weather: Partly sunny and humid. High: 84 Low: 64. Here are the top stories today in Atlanta: Two Fulton County elections workers allegedly seen shredding paper voter registration ballots were fired the same day. Fulton County Elections Director Richard Barron said 300 applications related to municipal elections received within the last two weeks were destroyed by the two employees, who have not been identified. The case has been reported to the Fulton County District Attorney's office as well as the Secretary of State's office. Fulton County residents with questions may call the Fulton County Department of Registration & Elections at 404-612-7030.(WSB Atlanta)Doorbell video captured thieves robbing an Uber Eats driver in Atlanta recently and dragging her down the street when they took off with her car. Police recovered Veronica Vasquez Ortiz's vehicle, but not the cash she says had inside it for her son's college fund, more than $1,500. Ortiz, who was running late on multiple deliveries Oct. 5 because of traffic, left the car running as she quickly hopped out, a mistake she says she won't make again. Officers are still searching for the two suspects involved, and Ortiz believes a third person acted as a "lookout." (CBS46 News Atlanta)The Atlanta Braves are advancing to the National League Championship Series after defeating the Milwaukee Brewers 5-4 Tuesday night at Truist Park. Freddie Freeman crushed a solo home run in the eighth inning off Josh Hader to win Game 4 of the NLDS. Game 1 of the NLCS will be Saturday, with the Braves facing the winner of the Giants-Dodgers NLDS. (Free: MLB.com; Subscription: Atlanta Journal Constitution) After Southwest Airlines cancellations disrupted travel plans of tens of thousands over the weekend, including hundreds in Atlanta, the carrier reduced cancellations Tuesday. "When an airline gets behind, it's really hard to catch up," Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly said after chaos led to traveler outrage. After canceling nearly 2,400 flights since Saturday, Tuesday's 87 cancellations suggested the carrier is stabilizing its operations. (CNBC.com) Fun-filled Halloween hoopla is happening in and around Atlanta throughout October. Whatever the revelers' ages or extent of eerie enjoyment embraced, these virtual, drive-through and/or in-person activities are sure to fill the spooky bill. (Free: 365 Atlanta Traveler; Subscription: Atlanta Journal Constitution) Today's Atlanta Daily is brought to you by Verizon, a Patch Brand Partner. Learn more about how Black and Mobile, a food delivery app created by two brothers, is helping put the spotlight on Black-owned restaurants. Today in Atlanta: Workforce Wednesdays: Mobile Career Center (9:00 AM) Free Walk-Up COVID-19 Vaccines @ the Library (3:00 PM) Hispanic Heritage Month Poetry and Prose Event (5:00 PM) LEAD Campus Ministry Weekly Meeting - Conant Performing Arts Center (7:00 PM) Atlanta Patch Notebook City of Atlanta Fire Rescue Department: ! ACTION SHOT ! One of AFR's firefighters fully engaged in extinguishing an active structure fire. #AFRD" (Facebook) MARTA: "MARTA Police officers engage with the community on a personal level since they ride the trains, buses, and walk through stations alongside our customers every day." (Facebook) City of Atlanta Government: "The Mayor's 5K on the 5th Runway at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is approaching fast. Register to be a part of one of the most anticipated events of the year here: https://www.atl.com/5k/. #ATLMayors5K" (Facebook) Atlanta City Council: "Fall is perfect for planting! Council members Andrea Boone and Matt Westmoreland joined Trees Atlanta, Atlanta Berean Seventh-Day Adventist Church, and volunteers to plant trees over the weekend." (Facebook) Fulton County Library System: "Learn how to create a fancy book cover for your favorite books on the go!" (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: 26th ANNUAL ATLANTA KOI & GOLDFISH SHOW (October 16) Need Financial Aid? (October 16) Estate Planning Webinar (October 18) Taxes in Retirement Webinar (October 18) Taxes in Retirement Webinar (October 20) 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) Boss Boos Dinner Party (October 30) Add your event Housing: NEW! Down Payment/Closing Costs Grant Money! (Details) Add your listing Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday. See you all tomorrow morning for another update! If you're loving these newsletters, consider bringing some of your friends and neighbors into the fold. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Kathy Cioffi Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Atlanta Daily? You can email me at [email protected].