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Nov. 26?— The TSA expects to screen a record 18.3 million Thanksgiving travelers nationally, while AAA predicts 80 million Americans will drive. Travel could be impacted further by air traffic controller shortages. Let us know where you're headed for the holiday weekend.
? Partly cloudy with a high of 63° today.
???Electric vehicle maker Rivian secured a $6.6 billion federal loan to restart construction of its delayed Georgia factory, now set to open in 2028 with 7,500 jobs.
?? Dr. James Calleroz White is stepping down as head of school at the Galloway School in Buckhead at the end of the academic year.
?? Atlanta Police made a quick arrest of a suspect for a fatal shooting in Midtown on Sunday.?
?? Federal investigators called a massive chemical fire at BioLab's Conyers plant in September "completely unacceptable."?
???The Brookhaven Bike Alliance will embark on its 27th annual Thankful Ride this Thanksgiving morning, starting at 9 a.m.?
?? The Georgia Department of Agriculture has launched a low-interest emergency loan program to help farmers who suffered losses from Hurricane Helene.
?? Today is evening anchor Justin Farmer's last day on the air at WSB-TV. After 17 years at the market's top-rated station, he?is changing careers but will continue as a special contributor.
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?? Macy's said a former employee concealed up to $150 million in delivery expenses through fraudulent bookkeeping.
? President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 10% tariff on Chinese imports and 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods when he takes office.
?? Special Counsel Jack Smith dropped federal charges against Trump in the Jan. 6 and classified documents cases, citing DOJ policy that sitting presidents cannot be prosecuted while in office.
?? Here's what's in today's newsletter:
? Trees for Tuition
? Restaurant roundup
? Around the State: GPB
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? Volunteer Opportunities Have a good day,
Collin & Sammie?
???Join?Jewish Family & Career Services?for a conversation featuring Jonah Platt – actor, artist, and advocate – with Nadia Bilchik – TV personality and author – at our Community of Giving Event on Dec. 3, bringing support to our essential programs.?Learn more here.
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1. Trees for Tuition supports college scholarships, PTOS, and more ?
?? This holiday season you can help support college scholarships, two Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs), tree plantings, and more when you purchase Fraser Fir Christmas trees, wreaths, garlands, stands, and other items from Trees for Tuition.
Five Christmas tree lots are now open across Atlanta.?Since 2020, the business has donated $100,000. ?
“We donate 100% of our profits?after we’ve paid for trees, employees, and other costs,” said Calder Johnson, Trees for Tuition co-founder.?
Meals, Care, and Connection
SPONSORED BY PROJECT OPEN HAND
?? Every Wednesday, Tre delivers more than a meal to Mr. John Davis - he brings joy and connection. Living with hypertension and diabetes, Mr. Davis depends on Open Hand’s medically tailored meals to meet his nutritional needs. Like many older adults, he faces the challenges of aging and managing a special diet, making these meals a lifeline.
Open Hand delivers over 5,000 meals daily, providing nourishment, care, and compassion to Georgians in need.
Help keep the smiles, meals, and connections going strong!
?? Donate today to support those who need it most.?
2. Steady Hand Beer closes, Bennett's Market sold, and other restaurant updates
?? We're heading into a short, holiday week here at Rough Draft, but there's still plenty of food news to round up and share.
From closings to openings, to new locations and big announcements, our food editor Beth McKibben has you covered. Here are a few things you should know headed into Thanksgiving.
3. Georgia policymakers must increase access to early screenings for lung cancer
?? Cancer screening saves lives.
That’s the message the American Lung Association wants to drive home for policymakers, according to this year’s “State of Lung Cancer” report.
Early detection of lung cancer raises your chances of surviving the disease – and there are positive shifts nationwide – but, in Georgia, early diagnosis is much lower than the national average, Danna Thompson, director of advocacy for the American Lung Association in Georgia said.
???Join?Jewish Family & Career Services?for a conversation featuring Jonah Platt – actor, artist, and advocate – with Nadia Bilchik, TV personality and author – at our Community of Giving Event on Dec. 3, bringing support to?our essential programs.?Learn more here.
SPONSOR MESSAGE
4. Volunteer Opportunities
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HANDS ON ATLANTA
Looking for ways to lend an extra hand this Thanksgiving? From food distribution to Thursday night driving shifts, you can check out some suggestions below:?
???Grace Community Fellowship Church (pictured) needs volunteers for their food pantry on?Wednesday, Thanksgiving Eve, starting at 3 p.m. Expect to prepare and pack food for distribution to the community.?
???Atlanta Track Club is looking for help with the 2024 Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon, 5K, and Mile & Dash on?Thursday morning. Expect to cheer on and direct race participants, serve water on the course, work at the starting line, or pass out T-shirts to finishers.
???Hosea Helps, located on Forrest Hills Dr. SW, is seeking drivers to assist with Thanksgiving meal distribution on?Thursday morning and afternoon. You can create an account?and log on here?to see availability.
?? SafeRide America needs drivers for 8-10 hour shifts?on Thanksgiving night. Visit their website for more details and?to complete an official sign-up.
???Support local journalism and get a jump on your holiday shopping with?these great deals on stocking stuffers.?When you shop on Amazon?using our link, a portion of your purchase goes to Rough Draft!?
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?? Today's newsletter was edited by Julie E. Bloemeke.
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