Political rewind gpb podcast9/24/2023 The daily “Political Rewind” show will air its final episode on GPB Radio on Fri., June 30. □️ Georgia Public Broadcasting has canceled “Political Rewind” and announced the departure of its host Bill Nigut after nearly a decade. GPB said in a Friday press release that the move was part of “multiple planned programming changes” as it refocuses on its core mission “to be a trusted public broadcaster sharing stories unique to Georgians and providing meaningful community engagement opportunities in cost-efficient ways.” The night will feature live musical performances, interactive installations in the galleries, delicious local food, curated cocktails, and more! Tickets are available here. □ Atlanta Contemporary is celebrating our 50th Anniversary on June 24 with ART PARTY – our annual fundraiser that supports daily free admission. ⛳ Wyndham Clark won the US Open at Los Angeles Country Club by one stroke over Rory McIlroy. □ At the Southeastern Emmy Awards on Saturday, WABE’s “Love & Respect with Killer Mike” won for Interview / Discussion program, and 11Alive took top honors for Overall Excellence and News Excellence. □ Atlanta Police are investigating the case of a late-night jogger who says he was abducted from Glenwood Park, assaulted, robbed, and dumped in Buckhead. □ Slow EMS response times from DeKalb County’s contracted ambulance service prompted Brookhaven officials to demand the county enforce performance standards or allow the city to establish its own emergency response. ➡ And speaking of the BeltLine, don’t forget that a one-mile stretch of the Southside Trail closes today until 2025 as construction begins on the paved path. □The Atlanta BeltLine has approved a $153.6 million budget for 2024 for trail construction, land acquisition, and affordable housing initiatives. ⚠️ Sandy Springs residents and businesses are under a boil water advisory as crews try to repair a possible breach in a transmission main interrupted water service in the city. ✅ As we enter the unpredictable summer weather season, Georgia Power has some tips on what to do in case of a power outage. □️ An 80% chance of thunderstorms and 82° today. Brookhaven’s Juneteenth Celebration at Lynwood Park is this morning from 10-11:30 a.m. Banks, the post office, and many non-essential government offices will be closed in observance of the federal holiday. June 19 - Today is Juneteenth, which marks the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas were freed, two-and-a-half years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
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