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Good morning Alpharetta! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why an intoxicated patron left an Alpharetta bar in handcuffs
  • How far does Alpharetta's license plate surveillance really reach?
  • How a major church renewal summit just converged on Alpharetta

Also on today's calendar: AWP presents The Improv Maniacs Show, A Family Friendly Night of LAUGHS! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 85 and low of 70 degrees.
  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 85, low: 69.
  • Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 89 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

1. Oxford man arrested after altercation at Alpharetta bar (appenmedia.com) — An Alpharetta bar incident on Milton Avenue led to the arrest of a 30-year-old Oxford man after staff and an off-duty officer tried to remove him for intoxication. Police say he resisted, allegedly struck the officer's arm, and was later found with suspected drugs before being treated for a shoulder injury and charged with multiple offenses.
   

2. How One Atlanta Suburb Feeds License Plate Data to 2,000+ Agencies (gadgetreview.com) — Alpharetta's network of Flock Safety license plate cameras is quietly sharing data with more than 2,000 agencies nationwide, while receiving information from over 1,300 in return. Recent audits and new safeguards exposed at least one officer's misuse, raising fresh questions for local residents about how much oversight truly exists over this fast-growing surveillance web.
   

3. NAMB hosts largest Replant Summit, honors 2026 Replanter of the Year • Biblical Recorder (brnow.org) — Alpharetta hosted nearly 400 pastors and church leaders this week at the North American Mission Board's Replant Summit, focused on renewing struggling congregations. Held at NAMB's building, the event mixed worship, teaching, and breakout sessions while honoring Georgia pastor Daniel Sanderson as 2026 Replanter of the Year.
   

4. Tennessee Quarterback Commit Works Out With VFL Jarrett Guarantano (rockytopinsider.com) — A standout Milton High School quarterback from Alpharetta, Derrick Baker, is sharpening his skills with former Tennessee Vols QB Jarrett Guarantano while preparing for his future in Knoxville. The three-star 2027 commit recently earned All-State recognition and led Milton to a narrow season-opening win, showcasing both his passing and rushing abilities.
   

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    They seem super sweet and unafraid of people, so I just wanted to check in! (Nextdoor Deerfield)
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    Location: Johns Creek/ Cumming area. She is such a sweet dog looking for her forever home!! https://www.petfinder.com/dog/lena-f812515f-9bef… (Nextdoor Brookwood Lake/Glenmoor)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A bottle (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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