Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
Good morning, Alpharetta.
🎭 Culture
Alpharetta will host the Wire and Wood Songwriters Festival on Oct.
10 and 11 with over 30 artists performing on six free outdoor stages and a ticketed Listening Room at Roaring Social — British new wave band Wang Chung will play hits like 'Everybody Have Fun Tonight.' Tickets cost $30 and proceeds support the Music Match program that funds local performers.
🎓 Education
The North Fulton Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority launched the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy last weekend to help girls 11 to 14 reach their dreams through math, science, community service and leadership activities + fun field trips.
The academy will meet once a month from September to next June and is named after Dr. Betty Shabazz, the nurse and educator who was the widow of Malcolm X.
🏛️ Government
The federal exemption that lets alternative fuel vehicles use HOV lanes without a second passenger expires on Sept.
29, GDOT said. EV and hybrid drivers must ride with another person — or face toll charges on I‑85 HOT lanes — as the new rules take effect on Sept. 30.
Residents in Alpharetta can file paperwork and pay a fee to qualify for City Council Posts 1, 2, and 3 from Aug.
18 to 20 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. with a fee of $450—other Fulton County cities have their own dates, times, and fees for municipal election qualification.
🎉 Alpharetta Events
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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.
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.
RADIOSTAR Cover Band Live Performance
8:00 – 11:30 PM — Roaring Social — Check venue for entry — Dance to the hits of all eras with local favorite RadioStar.
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