Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
Good morning, Alpharetta.
On June 16, the Alpharetta City Council unanimously approved a 5.75 mill property tax rate and a $163 million citywide budget for fiscal year 2026 with one rate for maintenance and operations and another for general obligation debt.
A second public hearing is set for June 23 at 11:30 a.m. and a final vote at 6:30 p.m.—both meetings will be in the council chambers at City Hall.
A boil water advisory was in effect for part of north Fulton County after a contractor accidentally broke a 24-inch water main near Morris Road — Lathene Drive in Alpharetta on Monday afternoon; crews worked Tuesday to repair the main with completion estimated by 4 p.m. pending water test results.
Zahra Mediterranean Grill introduced healthy summer dishes at Chattahoochee Food Works as Michelin-starred chef Steven Ferdinand and Alyse Eady prepared a Greek salad and showcased other menu items—highlighting the restaurant's seasonal focus.
Freedom Tournament 2025
All day — North Park Tennis & Pickleball Center — Registration required — Compete in this exciting pickleball tournament in Alpharetta, GA.
Alpha Jazz Is Back!
7:30-11 p.m. — Veterans Field — $12 entry — Enjoy free dance lessons before grooving to live jazz music.
Alpharetta Member Networking Lunch
3:30-4:30 p.m. — THRIVE Coworking — Free for members — Enjoy networking, coffee, and snacks at this vibrant coworking lunch event.
Authentic Mexican Dinner at Fiesta Bar Y Parrilla
5-7 p.m. — Fiesta Bar Y Parrilla — Check website for details — Enjoy a night of flavorful Mexican cuisine and cocktails in a highly praised setting.
Run, White, & Blue 5k/10k + Fun Run
7 AM - 12 PM — Halcyon — Pricing varies — Celebrate Independence Day with a family-friendly 5k, 10k, or 1k Fun Run!
Thad Wilson Live Performance
7:30-11:00 p.m. — The Velvet Note — $59.00 — Experience Thad Wilson's unique blend of progressive tunes featuring blues, funk, Gospel, and hip-hop elements.
Big Time Rush In Real Life Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Relive the nostalgia with Big Time Rush performing every favorite song from their Nickelodeon days.
The Offspring World Tour Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Catch punk rock legends The Offspring with Jimmy Eat World and New Found Glory at their world tour stop.
Ladies Night Out
5-8 p.m. — Avalon — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of shopping, sipping, and strolling with exclusive offers and fun activities for ladies.
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