Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
Good morning, Alpharetta.
Georgia’s regular gas price is now $2.91 per gallon, down from $3.33 a year ago, while the national average holds at $3.16 per gallon—analysts expect prices to fall gradually as gas demand eases heading into August.
65-year-old Timothy Batten, a retired judge from North Georgia, now works as a mediator and arbitrator with JAMS in Atlanta where he said the switch has lifted a weight from his shoulders—he now expects to spend more time with his family.
Batten noted that leaving the bench has eased concerns over threats he faced while handling tough cases, making his new role a welcome change.
Kelvin King, a Georgia native, Air Force veteran, and construction company owner who has visited all 159 counties, announced his bid Monday for Georgia Secretary of State as a political outsider focused on securing clean voter rolls and accurate vote counts—he supports a hybrid voting model and plans to fire state employees who attack political candidates.
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.
Alpharetta Member Happy Hour
8:30-10 p.m. — THRIVE | Milton — Free entry — Network with members in a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere.
Full Throttle Tour 2025
7-9 p.m. — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night with Jason Aldean, Nate Smith & RaeLynn's electrifying performances.
Grand Tasting
6-10 p.m. — Foundation Social Eatery — Ticketed event — Savor tastes from 30+ chefs while enjoying drinks and live music at this Alpharetta culinary showcase.
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