🥒 Did not see that coming
The knives are outMay It s Cathy from Rough Draft with my weekly newsletter on Tucker From the amount of emails I m receiving about a certain topic it s getting real over here That s all I can say other than to remind people that even reporters have feelings This edition includes a surprise twist in the pickleball saga another candidate announcing her intention to run for reelection a brief recount of a soggy-yet-successful Tucker Day and chosen upcoming events you don t want to miss Have a great weekend and strap in for Monday Cathy For the first time ever Sotheby s International Realty is hosting a global Open House Showcase on May and Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby s International Realty is proud to participate featuring listings like this Downtown Alpharetta end-unit townhome offering luxury finishes private outdoor living and elevator access SPONSOR MESSAGEPhoto by Cathy CobbsThat dropped into the kitchenAccording to a staff memo the million plan which would be built on a multi-purpose field at the Tucker Recreation Center calls for six pickleball courts additional parking a basketball court bocci court and sand volleyball area It recommends the contract be awarded to Complete Site LLC which was the low bidder when the council was considering the construction last year This has created a firestorm on both sides with proponents of the complex who up to this point have remained largely silent saying that the opponents are circulating false information and refusing to agree to any sort of compromise On the other side well you ve heard it loud and clear over the past scant years the picture above was from a meeting last year that was dominated by speakers in opposition Here is the story about the latest proposal with reaction from both sides Scenthound salutes educators with free servicesSPONSORED BY SCENTHOUND To celebrate Lecturer Appreciation Week May and thank our amazing educators Scenthound is offering FREE Basic Hygiene Services for educators furry family members throughout May Free organization includes Bath Ear Cleaning Nail Clipping Filing Teeth Brushing Let Scenthound pamper your pup while you continue to shape young minds Contact our Buckhead Dunwoody or Tucker locations to schedule your free amenity must have valid ID ORIf you know an amazing educator pass this on Campaign photoCara Schroeder ready to re-up Cara Schroeder Tucker s mayor pro tempore and current city council member has officially stated her campaign for reelection to District Post Schroeder who took office in January is seeking a second term to continue advancing her platform of transparent governance population safety smart expansion and the preservation and improvement of the city s parks and greenspaces according to a release about her candidacy Running under the campaign theme Staying on Track Leading Tucker Forward Schroeder is emphasizing her record of thoughtful leadership and collaborative progress across the city Also up for re-election is Alexis Weaver District Post and Roger Orlando District Post Weaver did a quiet-ish announcement as did Orlando who certain thought was contemplating a mayoral run Schroeder s announcement is here Photo by Cathy CobbsTucker triumphs over trickle On its annual Tucker Day last Saturday the clouds gathered but at least held off for the morning parade and the battle of the bands between the Tucker High School Band and The Marching Abominable Feed Seed Band pictured above I think the crowd chose THS as the winner but Feed Seed definitely got the best-dressed award Of program I bailed when the rain began in earnest but not before buying a delicious reasonably priced bottle of red from Wine Whimseys Pictures from the day are on the Tucker Day website and chosen we posted on Instagram For the first time ever Sotheby s International Realty is hosting a global Open House Showcase on May and Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby s International Realty is proud to participate featuring listings like this Downtown Alpharetta end-unit townhome offering luxury finishes private outdoor living and elevator access SPONSOR MESSAGEPhoto by American Legion Post Upcoming It s almost time for for the Art of Nature Garden Tour on May which for your admission ticket will feature five exceptional gardens in the Stone Mountain and Tucker area Tickets can be purchased from the afore-mentioned Wine Whimseys or the Stone Mountain Woman s Club website Come on everyone let s get Scott Brady and American Legion Post across the finish line as they raise money to complete construction on their headquarters which burnt down in The group is hosting its Third Annual Memorial Day BBQ on May at Pine Valley Rd from a m to p m You can pre-order your meal here The City of Tucker will host the third annual Small Business Supply Expo on May at the Tucker Recreation Center from to p m According to a release from the city the small business segment has reliably fueled local economies and remains the fastest growing in the U S business territory The event is free but attendees are urged to register using this link Share your love of Rough Draft with a friendUse the personal referral link below and get cool stuff Get referrals and we ll send you chosen stickers Get and you ll get a t-shirt The post Did not see that coming appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta
