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Hi there, Atlanta! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Record fuel prices squeeze Atlanta drivers and Georgia farmers alike
  • When will Atlanta's new e-bike rebate vouchers arrive?
  • Widow's lawsuit over deadly wedding-night helicopter crash heads to DeKalb jury

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Is there anybody completely useless? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly cloudy and not as warm, with a high of 78 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy and less humid, temps: high: 75, low: 60.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 81 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Soaring Gas Prices Impact GA, US Amid Record Diesel Costs (patch.com) — Rising fuel costs are hitting Georgia hard, with diesel and regular gas prices climbing to record highs and Atlanta among the state's most expensive metro areas for drivers. Local residents and farm leaders describe how higher pump prices are squeezing household budgets and agricultural operations, while national polling suggests gas costs are shaping voter frustration ahead of the midterm elections.
   

2. Atlanta e-bike rebate applications close: What happens next (atlantanewsfirst.com) — Atlanta's e-bike rebate program has closed its latest application round, and organizers will randomly select and verify Atlanta residents over the next week, with digital vouchers expected by late October. Approved applicants can use rebates of $550 to $1,600 at participating local bike shops, while partners plan safety classes and small helmet-and-lock vouchers to support safer riding on city streets.
   

3. Widow sues wedding venue, helicopter operator after wedding-night crash killed husband (atlantanewsfirst.com) — A wrongful death lawsuit tied to a Dawsonville wedding-night helicopter crash is moving forward in DeKalb County courts, drawing close attention from Atlanta-area families. The widow, who survived the crash en route to DeKalb-Peachtree Airport, alleges the venue and helicopter company ignored dangerous weather advisories. Her attorneys say she endured severe physical injuries and ongoing emotional trauma.
   

4. Charlie Morton, Atlanta Braves, SP - News, Stats, Bio (cbssports.com) — Atlanta Braves fans will see veteran pitcher Charlie Morton get a special send-off as he starts Sunday's regular-season finale against the Pirates before retiring. Recently re-signed after a stint with the Tigers, the 41-year-old right-hander will otherwise pitch from the bullpen this week, closing out a long career that included multiple seasons in Atlanta.
   

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  • Hammonds House Museum presents a concert with Okorie "OkCello" Johnson and Khari Cabral Simmons on October 18 —Karen Hatchett Read on Patch
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