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Thursday, May 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Alpharetta. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police said a north Fulton County man was arrested after he kidnapped an Alpharetta car dealership service advisor and drove her for 40 minutes while asking personal questions and inviting her on a date before returning her to the dealership—she begged him to take her back. WSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Ossoff announced an investigation into bulk purchases of single-family homes by corporate landlords and out-of-state companies – prompted by an AJC report on institutional investors – to address rising housing costs. He asked four firms – Main Street Renewal, Tricon Residential, Progress Residential, and Invitation Homes – for details on home acquisitions, fees, and lease transparency. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
WELLNESS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Dierks Bentley's Broken Branches Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of country hits with Dierks Bentley and special guests in a guy-friendly atmosphere.
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