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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025

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Good morning, Alpharetta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Big Brothers Big Sisters will host its Fashion Play fundraiser with DJ SHockley + FOX 5 as a media partner, and local figures Kwame Johnson, Lavelle Johnson and Dae'miro Handsard spoke with Alyse Eady about the event.  FOX 5 Atlanta

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Ernst and Young announced the finalists for the Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 Southeast Award on April 18, selecting 36 innovators from Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. Three local finalists include OTR Solutions CEO Fritz Owens from Roswell, NurtaSky CEO Connor Ryan and Colonial Pipeline President and CEO Melanie Little.  Appen Media

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Low-income families in Alpharetta can now apply for government aid to help with cooling costs this summer+local agencies will accept applications and process them before peak energy use begins+.  WSB-TV
  • Alpharetta City Council met Friday to review a study on developing a sports arena near North Point Mall — proposals from New York Life Co. and Alpharetta Sports & Entertainment Group aimed to attract an NFL franchise may lead to a mixed-use project that could help bring pro hockey back after the Atlanta Thrashers left in 2011.  FOX 5 Atlanta

SPORTS NEWS

  • The MotoAmerica season’s second round will feature five classes of high-speed motorcycle racing at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta this weekend—spectators in Alpharetta can expect competitive action at the event.  FOX 5 Atlanta

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 5/9/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 5/11/25

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  • Sturgill Simpson Live

    7-9 p.m. — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Grammy-winning country star's bold new sound on his highly anticipated tour.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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  • Peach Kids Triathlon

    7:30 a.m. — Wills Park Recreation Center — Commemorative medals for finishers — Experience a high-quality youth triathlon focused on fitness, fun, and safety.

    Sun, 5/18/25

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  • Keith Urban: High and Alive World Tour

    7:00-8:30 p.m. — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night with country superstar Keith Urban performing live.

    Fri, 5/23/25

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  • Alpharetta Arts Streetfest

    10 AM – 5 PM — Alpharetta Community Center — Free entry — Explore over 100 artists and discover whimsical original art.

    Sun, 5/25/25

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  • Ignite Your Health Experience

    11 AM – 3 PM — Phase Family Learning Center - Alpharetta — Check for admission details — Experience a unique blend of health, fashion, and fitness in the tech community.

    Fri, 5/30/25

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  • Saxophonist Tony Exum, Jr. Live Performance

    7:30-11 p.m. — The Velvet Note — $40 — Experience an evening of soulful Contemporary Jazz, R&B, and Funk with acclaimed saxophonist Tony Exum Jr.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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