Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Alpharetta. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Portia Landon (a local teen Girl Scout) launched Melodies for Memories to bring singing to an assisted living community on April 28. The program will provide residents with regular musical sessions to support their well-being. FOX 5 Atlanta
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Patrice Williams-Lindo shared tips on using AI in the workforce on April 28 to help local professionals in Alpharetta learn ways to adjust job roles. Her advice encouraged workers to upskill and adapt to changing digital demands. FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ UPS + the Sandy Springs-based shipping giant reported a 27% dip in Q1 net income to $864 million yesterday, and executives said the company expected its strategic shift to begin paying off in the back half of 2026, according to CEO Carol Tomé. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Roswell city leaders have reopened review of a proposed 15,000 seat soccer stadium at Mansell Overlook along the line that connects Roswell and Alpharetta, planning new feasibility studies; local residents raised concerns about traffic on Canton Street (a longtime issue) and keeping game ticket prices affordable. FOX 5 Atlanta
-
Aeroponic Gardening Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — ATL Urban Farms — $20 per person — Learn how to grow plants without soil in a hands-on gardening workshop.
-
Sound Healing Meditation with Sneha
6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Salt Center: Float & Wellness Spa — Limited spots available — Experience a calming Sound Bath Meditation that rejuvenates the mind and body.
-
Peach Kids Triathlon
7:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Wills Park — Registration fee required — A fun-filled youth triathlon fostering healthy competition for the whole family.
-
Jordan Thorne & Dakota East Live Performance
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Experience the enchanting sounds of emerging coastal country artist Dakota East and the talented Jordan Thorne.
-
Storybook Recital
4:30-5 p.m. — Denmark High School — Tickets required for ages 4 and up — A delightful showcase featuring our littlest dancers from the Storybook Class.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only thing that interferes with my learning is my education.
~ Albert Einstein
About Daily Alpharetta
Welcome to the Daily Alpharetta, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Alpharetta, Georgia community. If you like the Daily Alpharetta, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Alpharetta.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Alpharetta and across Georgia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Alpharetta
A free Alpharetta community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyalpharetta.com/sitemap