Saturday, August 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Alpharetta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 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. FOX 5 Atlanta
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. FOX 5 Atlanta
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. FOX 5 Atlanta
WELLNESS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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Alpharetta Member Happy Hour
8:30-10 p.m. — THRIVE | Milton — Free entry — Network with members in a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere.
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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.
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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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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.
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