Good morning, Alpharetta.

Local retail stores have begun back-to-school sales earlier than usual this year to give families more time to shop for school supplies before classes begin.

Early promotions aim to ease the rush typically seen when the school term starts.

Fulton County jury convicted family friend Markea’l Lewis of aggravated child molestation after an 11-year-old boy reported repeated abuse, and he was sentenced to life in prison on June 17—prosecutors said he used grooming tactics to gain the boy’s trust.

Georgia officials say spotted lanternflies are a threat to crops as 19 sightings have been confirmed in Fulton County this summer.

They advise anyone who sees the bug to take a picture, report it online and kill it immediately to protect plants such as hardwood trees, roses, hops and stone fruits—public help is needed to control its spread.

Public Speaking Skills Workshop

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Intelligent Office - Atlanta - Sandy Springs — Free entry — Enhance your public speaking prowess with expert strategies and engaging techniques.

Toto with Christopher Cross & Men at Work

6:00 – 8:15 PM — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an epic soft rock evening with legends bringing their timeless hits and fresh tracks.

Counting Crows & The Gaslight Anthem Concert

7-9 PM — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Get ready for a high-energy night with Counting Crows and The Gaslight Anthem performing new music and classic hits.

Alpharetta Moonlight Market

5-10 p.m. — Alpharetta City Center — Free entry — Explore a vibrant open-air marketplace featuring a curated collection of artwork and unique goods under the moonlight.

Mumford and Sons Live

7:30-9 p.m. — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Indie giants Mumford & Sons return with a new album and much-anticipated tour.

Taylor Swift Music Camp

9 AM – 3 PM — School of Rock — $50/day — Experience the magic of Taylor Swift's music and perform live at this engaging camp for young musicians.

Rod Stewart Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Varies — Experience an unforgettable evening with legendary rock icon Rod Stewart.

Thomas Rhett: Better In Boots Tour 2025

7:30-11 p.m. — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Cost Info Unavailable — Enjoy an evening of country music with Thomas Rhett and his electrifying performance.

Halestorm Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an epic rock performance featuring Volbeat, Halestorm, and The Ghost Inside.

AJR Live Concert

6:20-7:50 p.m. — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Cost info unavailable — Experience an electrifying live performance from AJR as they bring their innovative sound to the stage on their Somewhere in the Sky Tour.