🌱 Aging In Atlanta Event + Free Animal Adoption Weekend

Atlanta GA

18 May, 2022

5:05 PM

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Happy Thursday, Atlanta! Here's what's going on today in Atlanta. First, today's weather: Very warm with clouds and sun. High: 91 Low: 69. Are you a local business owner or marketer? We can help you effortlessly run effective ads that reach customers in Atlanta. Click here to learn more. Here are the top three stories today in Atlanta: Tuesday's Aging in Atlanta event provided estate planning and health resources for our community's aging residents. Participants were able to submit questions before the virtual event that was hosted by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Those who missed the event can still view the event by clicking this link. ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)The Atlanta Police Department has released the 911 call recording in a case centered around a rideshare driver shooting a man claiming to be a police officer. The incident occurred near Target opposite the Lenox Square shopping complex earlier in the week. The man who was shot was following the driver for over two miles and used his vehicle to attempt to run the rideshare driver off the road. The man is currently being treated at a local hospital but will be sent to the Fulton County Jail eventually. (11Alive.com WXIA) Fulton County, DeKalb County, and Atlanta's LifeLine Community Animal Center will be waiving adoption fees this weekend. The event is in celebration of National Adoption Weekend. The shelters are currently at capacity and are trying to find roughly 400 animals new homes. All animals will be vaccinated, microchipped, and spayed/neutered. (News-Daily.com) From our sponsor: Today's newsletter is brought to you in part by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. Whether you're working from home or streaming your favorite movies, the new Ring Alarm Pro gives you an internet connection you can count on — while simultaneously keeping your home safe and secure. To learn more about the innovative security system, or to build your own custom system, you can visit Ring here. Today in Atlanta: Connect With KUE At Greater Women's Business Council (11:30 AM)Ray LaMontagne At Fox Theatre (7:30 PM) From my notebook: The Atlanta Police Department provided an update on the events occurring on Key Road. Click for the full press conference. (Facebook) Atlanta History Center shared a photo and information regarding 1973's Doe v. Bolton Supreme Court case decision. Click to read the full report. (Instagram) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: "Natural Beauty" with artists Henry Asencio & Chad Awalt (May 21) Coro Vocati's Spring Concert: Live the Questions (May 21) Salsa ATL's Dinner & Latin Night @ Tony's John's Creek May 21st (May 21) Short Story Fest 2022 (May 22) Coro Vocati's Spring Concert: Live the Questions (May 22) Add your event Job listings: Recycling Center Greeter/Attendant (Details) Add your job listing That's it for today! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning 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.