???? Milton strikes Florida

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Oct. 10 — Hurricane Milton made landfall as a Category Three storm last night near Siesta Key, FL, bringing extreme rainfall, wind, and flooding as it moved across the state and into the Atlantic. A crane fell on the building of the Tampa Bay Times, and the roof of Tropicana Field, which was being used as a staging ground for essential workers, was damaged by wind. Multiple deaths were reported from a series of tornadoes, and more than three million people are without power. Follow the latest here.

☀️ Sunny and 75° today.

????️‍⚧️ The Georgia Board of Regents is asking two organizations that govern collegiate sports to ban transgender women from participating in women’s sports.

????️ The Dunwoody Planning Commission deferred a decision on a rezoning request for Mount Vernon Shopping Center to include an “eater-tainment” establishment.

???? Brookhaven City Council approved spending $2.3 million to improve Buford Highway’s streetscape and sidewalks on Dresden Drive.

???? Atlanta International School is accepting applications for its Sandy Springs Upper Campus for 2025 at the former Brandon Hall School property.

???????? Morehouse College and Easements Atlanta have partnered to conserve Samuel T. Graves Hall, the first campus building constructed in Atlanta in 1889.

???? NBC News named Blayne Alexander as its newest “Dateline” correspondent. Alexander, who recently returned from maternity leave, lives in Atlanta.

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☎️ President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris held a “direct and productive” call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu yesterday. It was their first call in months, focusing on Israel’s response to recent Iranian attacks.

???? The WNBA Finals begin tonight with the top-seeded New York Liberty predicted to beat the Minnesota Lynx in a best-of-five series. (8 p.m., ESPN).

???? The Tropicana, one of Las Vegas’ last mob-era casinos, was demolished yesterday to make way for a baseball stadium.

???? Here’s what’s in today’s newsletter:
• Four Pillar Tribute
• Taste Brookhaven returns
• Protecting security data
AND
• Quick Bites

Have a good day,
Collin & Sammie 

???? Welcome to this French Normandy home in Buckhead’s gated 675 West Paces Ferry, listed with Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. Originally built in 1934 and expanded by Harrison Design, the home features black and white marble floors and an open floor plan perfect for entertaining. Outside, enjoy lush gardens and a sparkling pool. SPONSOR MESSAGE

1. Four Pillar Tribute to honor Herman J. Russell Sr. and Russell family

???? The Council for Quality Growth will honor the legacy of Herman J. Russell Sr. and the Russell Family with its 35^th annual Four Pillar Tribute tonight at the Georgia World Congress Center.

For 35 years, the prestigious Four Pillar Award has recognized outstanding individuals who demonstrate the ‘Four Pillars’ of leadership – quality, responsibility, vision, and integrity. Previous honorees include Dan Cathy, Larry Gellerstedt, Doug Hertz, Jenny Pruitt, and Carol Tome.  

In celebrating the Russell family, the Council for Quality Growth recognized the family’s work across generations in shaping the Atlanta skyline and establishing the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE).

➡️ Read the full story here.

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???? Learn more about how Russell shaped the city in the PBS documentary “Building Atlanta: The Story of Herman J. Russell,” or in his book, “Building Atlanta: How I Broke Through Segregation to Launch a Business Empire.”

Home designed by Fox Theatre architect for sale

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???? Own a piece of Atlanta history in this 1913 Italianate-style home designed by Fox Theatre architect P. Thornton Marye. Nestled in Ansley Park, stone steps lead to a brick-lined patio spanning the width of the façade, and an arched entryway prefaces the covered front porch and double front door entry.

Inside, the living room boasts accordion doors, acanthus leaf crown molding, a Goyard-inspired fireplace, and rich hardwood floors with perimeter inlay.

Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty is Metro Atlanta’s No. 1 residential real estate company and No. 1 in luxury home sales above $1.5 million.

???????? Check out our current listings here.

2. Taste Brookhaven returns tonight

???? Explore Brookhaven and Word of Mouth restaurant group are hosting the annual Taste Brookhaven from 6-9 p.m. tonight at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta Perimeter at Villa Christina.

The event will feature chefs from Valenza Italian, Summit Coffee, Mission + Market, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Villa Christina, Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q, Henri’s Bakery, C3D Creamery, Petite Violette, THERE – a bar & eatery, Vero Pizzeria, Haven Restaurant & Bar, Arnette’s Chop Shop, and Oglethorpe University.

???? There will also be cocktails, live music and more. Click here for details.

3. Enterprise companies that need help with their security data are turning to Atlanta-based Query

???? Enterprises have a data problem. In the simplest terms, they have an ever-growing amount of it in a seemingly ever-growing number of places.

That is particularly true when it comes to a company’s important security data. That is something that Atlanta-based entrepreneur Matt Eberhart saw firsthand throughout his career. The reality is that on average, a company needs to do twenty manual pivots into different tools to conduct one security investigation.

“If you’re a security team and you’re trying to defend and protect the company…the systems you need to access to get that data are also expanding,” Eberhart said. 

That’s where Eberhart and his team come in. They are building Query, an Atlanta-based startup, helping enterprises get better answers from their security data, regardless of where it lives.

➡ Read the whole story from Hypepotamus here.

???? Explore this lakefront home on beautiful Lake Oconee, 90 minutes from Atlanta. Listed with Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty, features include floor-to-ceiling windows, vaulted ceilings, a saltwater pool and spa, a grilling station, and a fully finished guest house. Enjoy professional landscaping, a fire pit, a dock, and jet ski lifts. ( SPONSOR MESSAGE )

4. Quick Bites

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???? Update! Followers of Quick Bites will recall that Ford Fry’s Buckhead and Piedmont Heights locations of al carbon restaurant Little Rey are now serving up Pumpkin Spice Soft Serve. From now until Oct. 20 they are also donating all proceeds from the ice cream to World Central Kitchen’s relief efforts in Western North Carolina.

???? Have you noticed that Superica Dunwoody has been closed? No need to fret – they not only reopen today (along with a menu refresh), but are also keeping some all-time favorites in the lineup. Menu highlights include a tuna tostada appetizer, redfish al carbon, and crispy pork belly carnitas.

???? Halidom Eatery is featuring new lunch specials including $2 off two slices of Luca’s Brooklyn Pizzeria, Wasabi Ramen & Sushi poke bowls for $14 or classic sushi rolls for $10, or an entire menu under $15 at LUZe Mexicano. For more updates or to see the full directory of vendors, visit here.

???? Ready for a seafood boil? Marcus Bar & Grille’s Chef Gary Caldwell is teaming up with Chef Robert Butts of Twisted Soul for a special “Gary & Friends” event on Wed., Oct. 16. From 4-10 p.m., enjoy an evening featuring a Creole seafood boil paired with a complimentary Navet cocktail, DJ, and a variety of local vendors — in addition to the happy hour and a la carte menus. You can make your reservations here.

???? Time to gear up for the Full Moon Fest at Halfway Crooks Beer in Summerhill on Oct. 18. Guests can expect a mini art market and live music showcasing seven local vendors and three musical acts. Find out more via their Instagram here.

????️ Signature Latin cuisine is at the heart of the Saborea fundraiser for mental health nonprofit Ser Familia. Twelve chefs will participate in the Oct. 19 event at the Omni Hotel at Centennial Park, highlighting dishes like paella with black squid ink, smoked pork with pickled red onion and sweet plantains, empanadas, and tres leches. Tickets can be purchased here.

???? Celebrate Diwali Mela at The Chai Box in Marietta on Oct. 19 starting at 5 p.m. There will be gifts, food, henna, and music as well as bites and chai from 15 locally-owned small businesses. For more information see their Instagram here.

???? Sat., Oct. 19 also marks the 15th year of Taste of Chamblee. Starting at 3 p.m. in downtown Chamblee, expect bites, craft vendors, a “wine down” tent, a beer garden, and more. For more information visit here.

???? Lingering Shade Social Club is hosting a “Fall Favorites” cocktail class on Sun., Oct. 20, from 5-7 p.m. Tickets include bartender-led creations of three seasonal cocktails — think Pumpkin Spice Martinis — and three courses of appetizers. You can grab your spot here.

???? Attention fans of Acworth’s Biscuit Belly! The Kentucky-based brunch restaurant will open two to three more locations in the Atlanta area within the next two years. Known for their breakfast biscuit sandwiches, you can stay updated by following their Instagram here.

???? Family-owned Cozy Coop has opened its second location in Roswell on Holcomb Bridge Road. Known for fried chicken, baby-back pork ribs, and Southern sides, they also offer breakfast staples. For more updates follow their Instagram here.

???? Celebrate the seventh birthday of HERO Doughnuts (pictured) with special October offerings, including the HERO birthday cake doughnut, Boo Berry crumble, cream-filled Jack-O’-Lantern, Dirt Worm, Halloween sprinkle, and the Dirt Worm shake.

???? Junior’s Pizza in Summerhill and Hapeville is paying homage to Halloween with their Silence of the Lambs pizza — minus the fava beans. Expect a pie topped with mozzarella, roasted lamb, tzatziki sauce, red onion, tomato, and feta. Guests are also invited to stick around for Drag Bingo on Oct. 23.

???? From now until Oct. 31, Puttshack is celebrating Oktoberfest with a limited-time menu with selections like the Oktoberfest Burger (a brisket, chuck, and short rib patty topped with pecan wood bacon, Swiss cheese, and sweet grilled onions on a toasted pretzel bun) and Bavarian Donuts — cinnamon-sugar beignets served with vanilla Bavarian cream. For more information or to make a reservation visit here.

???? Uncork and unwind at the Sandy Springs Wine Festival on Sun., Oct. 6.Enjoy an afternoon sampling highly rated wines from across the globe. Taste robust reds, delicate whites, and more. Small bites and live music are included. Get your tickets here. SPONSOR MESSAGE

???? Today’s newsletter was edited by Julie E. Bloemeke.

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