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In today's newsletter:

  • What Roswell's proposed 20% tax hike could mean for your bill
  • How Roswell students learn better when lessons turn into performances
  • See how Roswell stacks up among America's safest, richest cities

Also on today's calendar: All School First Look - Preview Grades PreK to 8 - Saturday, October 3 9:45AM and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Do you know what the two sides of a circle are? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mainly cloudy and less humid, with a high of 73 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Friday: Pleasant with some sun, temps: high: 79, low: 58.
  • Saturday: Sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 81 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Roswell residents pack meeting over proposed 20% property tax increase (wsbradio.com) — Roswell officials are weighing a roughly 20% property tax increase to 5.9 mills, and residents have been packing City Council meetings to push back. The proposal, expected to face a final vote next week, would raise about $18 million for regional fees, police technology, and vehicle replacements, while many homeowners question the need and timing.
   

2. Arts integration helps Fulton County teachers connect with students (wsbtv.com) — Teachers at Vickery Mill Elementary in Roswell are using an arts-integration program to make lessons more engaging and accessible for students of all learning styles. Now in its third year at the school, the federally funded Arts Now initiative trains teachers quarterly and has boosted student enthusiasm, participation, and understanding across grades.
   

3. Newton, Somerville, Cambridge Top List of Six Safest, Wealthiest Mid-Size Cities (wror.com) — Roswell has been ranked fifth among the safest and wealthiest mid-size cities on the East Coast, in a MoneyLion analysis of income, home values, crime, and livability. The list compares Roswell with places like Newton, Somerville, Cambridge, Cary, and Alexandria, highlighting communities where typical household incomes top $100,000 and quality-of-life scores are high.
   

4. Music Milton brings ASO clarinetist to Alpharetta Elementary (appenmedia.com) — Roswell families are part of Music Milton's growing outreach, which recently brought an Atlanta Symphony Orchestra clarinetist to Alpharetta Elementary and will soon launch its second concert season. The nonprofit works across Milton, Roswell, Alpharetta, Johns Creek and Cumming, offering students live performances and music education while inviting the public to an upcoming "Mozart in Milton" concert in October.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Atlanta Authors Hosts Suspense Novelist Tara Goedjen, Author of 'Please Enjoy Your Stay,' in Roswell Oct. 10 —Kathy Cioffi Read on Patch
  • Groceries, Medical Exams, Shoes, and More to Be Offered at Roswell Day of Hope —Mary Beth Bishop Read on Patch
  • Hi neighbors!
    I know Christmas is a ways away lol! But I'm thinking about throwing a Christmas party with presents and good food on Christmas Eve and Christmas… (Nextdoor Spring Ridge)
  • Update: Pet Reunited
    Riley, a dog who went missing in Sandy Springs, GA, has been safely reunited with their family after 2 hours, 29 minutes. Message from Owner: … (Nextdoor Martin's Landing)
  • Labcorp, Inc. posted a job opening for Phlebotomy -Client Office in Roswell. Apply here.
  • AlphaGraphics posted a job opening for Pre Press - Graphic Designer in Roswell. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Roswell here.

Ok Roswell! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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