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Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Alpharetta. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ CT Cantina Restaurant Group is celebrating Day of the Dead this October with special decor and themed cocktails at its Alpharetta location — similar celebrations are planned at its Dunwoody, Fayetteville, and Buckhead spots. Founder Rafael Jaime runs the family business by adding flower-covered altars that aim to earn a feature on Good Day Atlanta. FOX 5 Atlanta
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, MARTA met with Fulton County leaders — the officials discussed measures to counter a government shutdown that could impact air travel and related services. Atlanta News First
- ➤ Federal employees including TSA agents are working without pay during the government shutdown today, and union rep Aaron Barker warned that a prolonged shutdown may force workers to make hard financial choices—potentially causing longer airport lines and delivery delays. Barker urged congressional members to act soon to restore regular pay and operations. Atlanta News First
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Instacart data from October 2024 showed that Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups topped candy sales with Peanut M&M’s, Kit Kat, and Snickers also popular—Georgia buyers ordered LifeSavers more often than the national average, pointing to different sweet preferences across states. FOX 5 Atlanta
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Night of Hope with Home by Dark
8 PM – 2 AM — Union Hill Park — Admission ticket required — Enjoy a premium musical experience under the stars in a peaceful park setting.
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Pasta, Piano, and Open Mic Night
5-9 p.m. — Altobeli's Restaurant and Piano Bar — Ticket Info Unspecified — Enjoy an evening of pasta and live performances in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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BRASSTASTIC: Atlanta Wind Symphony & Georgia Brass Band Concert
4-6 p.m. — Milton High School — Check the website for ticket costs — Experience a powerful evening of music from two world-class ensembles featuring a wide-ranging program.
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Beauty & Bubbles Spa Event
5-7 p.m. — Dermatology Specialists of Georgia — Special offers on treatments and products — Experience live demos and festive giveaways for a rejuvenating evening.
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