🌱 Westside Dog Park Opens + Car Bangs Up Midtown Boutique

Atlanta GA

11 December, 2021

5:20 PM

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Happy Sunday, people of Atlanta! Here's everything worth knowing today in town. First, today's weather: Plenty of sunshine. High: 59 Low: 36. Rent this space: Are you a local business owner or marketer in Atlanta? We want to start showcasing trusted businesses who can solve problems for our amazing local readers. Learn more about how it works. Here are the 5 top stories today in Atlanta: A storm system that moved through the central part of the U.S. overnight Friday, spawning an estimated 30 tornadoes across six states and killing at least 70 people in Kentucky alone, brought heavy rain and wind to metro Atlanta Saturday afternoon. While the system had weakened significantly by the time it moved through Georgia, there were reports of power outages and trees down around metro Atlanta, as well as some flooding on roadways. More than 16,000 customers were without power as storms swept through the area. (Free: WSB Atlanta; Subscription: Atlanta Journal Constitution)Britt Wood Bridal Designs & Salon in Midtown was left in shambles early Saturday morning after a car crashed into the shop's storefront. The bridal boutique is located next to the Synchronicity Theatre on Peachtree Street, near Savannah College of Art and Design, Atlanta. The extent of damages to the shop are still unknown. (11Alive.com WXIA) Stargazers take note: Tonight the comet Leonard, dubbed the "Christmas comet" for its yuletide timing, will be as close as it will get to Earth after an eons-long orbit. To glimpse the comet's tail - visible for days to come - astronomers advise scanning the eastern sky just before sunrise. Leonard will pass between Arcturus — the fourth-brightest star in the night sky, and the brightest in the northern constellation of Boötes — and the handle of the Big Dipper. (Atlanta Patch)Passengers on a crowded plane train at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Wednesday evening may have been exposed to a passenger with COVID-19. Video sent to Channel 2 Action News shows what appears to be two Centers for Disease Control and Prevention workers and a police officer escorting a person the officer said has COVID-19 on the airport's plane train. A statement issued by the CDC Friday read, "CDC works with Hartsfield-Jackson and federal and local partners to respond to ill travelers. CDC, the airport, and other partners have an established protocol to address any issues that may occur. CDC and participating partners work hard to protect passengers, airport employees, and emergency responders from public health threats." (WSB Atlanta)One of the best views of the city from one of the highest points in Atlanta will soon be accessible for the first time in 25 years when a green space in northwest Atlanta reopens. Chain-link fences erected in preparation for the 1996 Olympics at the corner of Howell Mill Road and 17th Street at the Atlanta City Water Works Hemphill Reservoir are being moved back, creating a two-acre green space that shows the beautiful skyline of Atlanta. (WhatNowAtlanta.com) Today in Atlanta: Atlanta, Save with a Sam's Club Membership & Donate 25% to Action Against Hunger! (9:00 AM)A Charlie Brown Christmas, Performed Live at Napoleon's in Decatur (12:30 PM)Wonderland: Alice's Rock & Roll Adventure at Synchronicity Theatre (2:00 PM)Celebrate Christmas with the Atlanta Master Chorale at the Schwartz Center for Performing Arts (4:00 PM)Elsewhere Brewing's First Craft Beer Dinner with Chef Tyler Edwards. (7:30 PM) From my notebook: Take a look at this snap of a stunning moon downtown. (Instagram) Thanks to Atlanta Humane Society supporters, Luna is on her way to good health after arriving so uncomfortable and itchy that she couldn't stop scratching and was constantly shaking her head for temporary relief. ❤️ (Facebook) The first dog park on the Westside - made possible by a community effort - was officially opened with a recent ribbon cutting. (Facebook) Nothing rings in the holiday season like gorgeous displays of holiday lights.🎄🚗 So pack the car with cocoa and plan an evening out to enjoy the glittering, colorful displays showcased throughout Atlanta! (Facebook) Attention Atlanta BeltLine Run Club: Runners/walkers are invited to Monday Night Garage for the final run club meet up of 2021 this Thursday. (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Drive Thru Christmas Pageant (December 12) Resource connection meeting (December 12) Pine Lake Artists' Pop-up (December 18) Atlanta New Year's Eve Dinner & Dance Party (Latin dance & Top 40s room) (December 31) Add your event Gigs & services: Tax Preparation (Details) Add your gig or service Loving the Atlanta Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business featured in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] You're officially in the loop for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update! — Kathy Cioffi