Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
Good morning, Alpharetta.
The Peach Cobbler Factory owners celebrated their one year anniversary on National Peach Cobbler Day—marking an important milestone for the dessert business.
The ex-husband of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene reached a settlement with three Muslim women after a video captured him verbally harassing them while they prayed in an Alpharetta parking garage on April 14.
International students from Georgia Tech, UGA, Emory and Kennesaw State have filed a lawsuit alleging that the government violated their Fifth Amendment rights by terminating their visas without notice.
The complaint seeks a temporary restraining order to reinstate their legal status and names top officials like Attorney General Pam Bondi and Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem as defendants—while a hearing is scheduled for Thursday morning.
On March 6, fewer than 10 of over 100 housing bills passed at the Capitol and the session ended April 4 with few fixes for the housing crisis.
Lawmakers approved only Bill 399, which now requires absentee landlords to have local agents—other key proposals on rent control and funding were left for future sessions.
Alpharetta City Council will consider plans to upgrade Union Hill Park’s outdoor concert space to support ice sports—an idea raised by an Atlanta hockey club after losing their venue.
City staff said the project would have the city design, build and fund a shared area that hosts both hockey and concerts.
Tribute to Roberta Flack by Toni Byrd
7:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. — The Velvet Note — Ticket details unavailable — Experience a heartfelt musical tribute to the legendary Roberta Flack performed by award-winning Toni Byrd.
Easter Bunny at Avalon
8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Avalon — Starting at $15 — Create memorable moments with vibrant new family photos alongside the Easter Bunny this spring.
Avalon Nights Live with POParazzi
6-8 p.m. — Avalon — Free entry — Unwind with live music in the Plaza every Friday evening.
2025 Taste of Alpharetta
5-10 p.m. — 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, GA — Free entry — Savor delicious food from over 60 restaurants while enjoying live music and family-friendly activities.
Billy Idol Live in Concert
7-9 p.m. — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the iconic hits and new material from rock legend Billy Idol, joined by Joan Jett & The Blackhearts.
RTW Music Event
8:00-11:30 p.m. — Roaring Social — $10 cover after 7 p.m., $20 after 10:30 p.m. — Enjoy a mix of Funk, Pop, Rock, Dance, R&B, and Alternative hits from the 70s to the 2000s.
Mother's Day Brunch Celebration
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. — South City Kitchen Avalon — $70 for adults, $35 for kids — Celebrate Mom with a delightful Southern brunch featuring comfort food made with love.
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