Good morning, Alpharetta.

Buck Lanford visited Milton's Smash Burgers by Vice on August 1 and gave the new restaurant his prized thumbs up—he recognized the chef from Burgers with Buck and praised his skill.

Radio personality Reec Swinney and Natalie McCann relayed details on metro Atlanta back-to-school giveaways — families can collect school supplies and enjoy fun activities to prepare for the upcoming school year.

Researchers from the University of Georgia are tracking the invasive spotted lanternfly in Metro Atlanta as the bugs threaten plants and trees important to our local ecosystem — and economy.

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.

Live Blues Night with the Bill Sheffield Trio

7:30-10 p.m. — Ground & Pound Coffee — 20% added to bills — Experience soulful blues and dynamic storytelling from Georgia's authentic blues legend.